60 SECONDS WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT
This week, the entire District’s staff participated in Convocation ceremonies to kickoff the 2023-24 school year. The event included a presentation about the power of “Hope” and how that can contribute to positive daily living and classroom experiences for our students and staff. Click HERE for this week’s episode and learn more about “Hope” and the impact it has already had on a few members of the SCS staff.
MUSTANGS TEAM SHOP - SHOP ONLINE NOW THROUGH SUN. 8/27
The “Back to School” online SCS Team Shop is now open through Sunday, August 27. Shop for lots of great Mustangs gear, including personalized items! Click HERE to access the complete selection of Mustangs clothing and accessories. A portion of sales will be donated back to Strongsville City Schools.
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS
School supply lists can be found on our District website and on each of the individual school pages. The lists are under the "Find It Fast" tab on any of our website pages. Click HERE to find a complete listing of supply lists for each school and grade level. Please note - there are NO specific supply lists for Strongsville High School. Teachers will communicate any supply needs to SHS students during the first week of school.
NICK DASHER (SHS & POLARIS CLASS OF 2023) EARNS SILVER MEDAL AT NATIONAL CULINARY COMPETITION
Nick Dasher, (SHS & Polaris Class of 2023 / Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management) brought home a silver medal from the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) national culinary competition in Denver, Colorado earlier this summer. Hundreds of students from across the U.S. competed at nationals. During his culinary arts challenge, Nick had 60 minutes to prepare a two-course meal featuring a garden salad (which included assorted lettuces, vegetables, feta cheese and a red wine vinaigrette) and a tarragon mustard chicken with classic rice pilaf entree. He will attend the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York this fall and major in culinary arts. Congratulations and Best of Luck Nick!
SHS SENIOR JESSIE CASTLE SELECTED TO CONSERVATION TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) recently announced the selection of 70 students to be part of the Conservation Teen Advisory Council (ConTAC). Congratulations to SHS Senior Jessie Castle, who has been selected to be part of this exclusive group! ConTAC gives high school students from across Ohio a unique opportunity to collaborate and contribute ideas that enhance ODNR’s youth outreach program efforts. ConTAC members serve at minimum one year on the council and meet monthly with fellow members and natural resource mentors.
Members of ConTAC are tasked with developing and implementing campaigns and strategies that positively impact their community and environment. Examples of past projects include stream quality monitoring, habitat restoration, educating youth on environmental issues, and fundraisers. Students are strongly encouraged to bring their new skills and knowledge back into their respective communities. Click HERE for a complete list of students selected to participate in this program. (Photo Courtesy of ODNR)
SHS ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME BANQUET - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
The Strongsville High School Athletic Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to announce this year’s class of outstanding alumni:
Kelsey Bittinger (Volleyball) - SHS Class of 2014
Jason Januszewski (Wrestling) - SHS Class of 2001
Lindsey Thall (Volleyball, Basketball, Track & Field) - SHS Class of 2018
Kyle Veris (Soccer) - SHS Class of 2001
Molly Washko (Swimming & Diving) - SHS Class of 2014
1998 Girls Soccer State Championship Team
Mike Knapik (SHS Cross Country Coach)
Dan Martin - SHS Athletic Wall of Fame Inductee
The Class of 2023 will be inducted into the Strongsville Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Strongsville’s Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. Dinner and ceremony begins at 5:00pm. Click HERE to purchase event tickets.
FIFTH GRADE BAND & ORCHESTRA
Attn: Fifth Grade Students & Families . . .
Beginning instrumental music classes for band and orchestra will start the week of Sept. 11. Within the first week of school, students will attend an instrument demonstration at their school given by the band and orchestra teachers. Afterward, they will bring home an informational letter and a student interest form that is to be returned to their homeroom teacher. Shortly after the demonstration, students will have the opportunity to touch, hold, and try their favorite options while being provided specific recommendations from the teachers. There will also be a beginning Band and Orchestra Informational Meeting for parents and students on Wednesday, September 6 at 7:00pm in the Strongsville High School Auditorium. Don’t forget - when you see and hear the SHS Bands and Orchestras or Marching Mustangs, they all started playing in the fifth grade!
STRONGSVILLE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BOOSTERS MATTRESS FUNDRAISER (SAT. 8/26)
The Strongsville Instrumental Music Boosters (SIMB) are pleased to announce their 14th annual Mattress Fundraiser. The fundraiser will be held on Saturday, August 26th, from 10am-5pm in the SHS Cafeteria. The high school’s cafeteria will be converted into a showroom featuring all makes, models, sizes, and types of mattresses - even custom sizes for RV’s and boats! Mattresses can be delivered anywhere in the USA. You will find the same quality and service of the box mattress retailers at greatly reduced prices. This annual fundraiser generates funds that support the Strongsville Band and Orchestra students and program. For more information, text MUSTANG23 to 216.435.6900
BLOCKSI PARENT PORTAL
Over the summer, our district expanded the partnership with Blocksi to include student content filtering and alerts. We no longer utilize SecURLy for these services. CLICK HERE to view an informational flier about joining the Blocksi Parent Portal to gain insights on your student’s online behavior with their scsmustangs account and set parental controls beyond the school. If you have any questions, contact Dave Binkley, Director of Instructional Technology at dbinkley@scsmustangs.org.
JOIN STRONGSVILLE ATHLETIC BOOSTERS
Please help support Strongsville High School student-athletes by joining the Athletic Boosters club. Membership information is available at https://www.strongsvilleathleticboosters.com/. Strongsville Athletic Boosters has donated over $800,000 to Strongsville City Schools Athletic Programs and provides incentives to SHS individual sports teams based on membership. There are different levels of membership, which provide great Athletic Boosters gear. Sign up today!
IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS ENTERING 7TH & 12TH GRADES
Please note the following immunization requirements from the Ohio Department of Health.
All students entering 7th grade need to receive the following immunizations prior to entering 7th grade:
One (1) dose of Meningococcal [MCV4] vaccine
(A second dose of meningococcal vaccine will be required prior to entry into the 12th grade)
One (1) dose of Tdap [tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis] vaccine
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All students entering 12th grade need to receive the following immunizations prior to entering 12th grade:
Two (2) doses of Meningococcal [MCV4] vaccine
Incoming 7th and 12th graders will need to show proof of having received these vaccines before they can return to school for the 2023-24 school year (exemptions are provided for under law, call for more information).
Click HERE for the form to confirm immunizations for 7th graders
Click HERE for the form to confirm immunizations for 12th graders
Section 3313.671 of the Ohio Revised Code states that students who do not provide documentation of this immunization will be excluded from school on the 15th day after entrance, until proof is provided.
RIGHT AT SCHOOL - BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE FOR SCS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILIES
Our District partners with the nationally recognized school enrichment provider, Right At School, to provide before- and after-school care for elementary students. Right at School offers before- and after-school care every weekday (Monday-Friday) at each of the elementary school buildings in our District. For additional program information and/or to enroll your student, please click HERE.
STAY SAFE. SPEAK UP!
Strongsville City Schools encourages students, teachers, staff, parents, and other members of our community to report any instances of potential violence, bullying, self-harm or any other issue where students may be at risk. Click HERE for additional Stay Safe. Speak Up! Information on the District’s website. Reporting incidents can be made anonymously online or through a toll free number (1-866-listen2me / 1-866-547-8362).
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Strongsville Rotary StrongFest (Sat. 8/19)
The Rotary Club of Strongsville is excited to present the 2nd Annual StrongFest, presented by Sheiban Jewelers, on Saturday, August 19th from 4:00pm-9:00pm at the Strongsville Recreation Center. This is a fantastic opportunity to support our community - come and enjoy over 40 varieties of beer and wine from local, regional & national brands. Food trucks will also be there, plus live music with “Jump The Gun.” This fundraiser will benefit The Strongsville Town Center Initiative Project and other local charities that The Rotary Club of Strongsville supports. Visit StrongFest.com for additional information and to purchase tickets. Click HERE for the event flyer.
Strongsville Special Olympics
Strongsville Special Olympics is a FREE adaptive sports program for individuals with special needs. This is all thanks to The Strongsville City Club - a very generous sponsor! This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to make lasting friendships with other children in Strongsville. Soccer will be starting August 21st at 6:30 - click HERE for additional details. Please email us at strongsvillespecialolympics@gmail.com for more information - click HERE for an overview of the great opportunities available.
Breakfast on the Bridge - Sunday, September 17
The 40th Annual Breakfast on the Covered Bridge, presented by Strongsville City Club, will take place on Sunday, September 17 from 7:30am-12:00pm on the Walter F. Ehrnfelt Covered Bridge in the Cleveland Metroparks (corner of Whitney Rd. and Valley Parkway). For additional information and to purchase advance tickets, click HERE.
The Strongsville City Club Breakfast on the Covered Bridge is the major fundraising event for the Strongsville City Club. The club has been active in the city since 1968 and was organized for the purpose of promoting civic interest. Over the years, the City Club has supported numerous projects, and is the very proud sponsor of those extraordinary athletes involved in the year-round competitive Special Olympics Program. The Strongsville City Club was recognized this past year as the Best Supporting Organization of the Special Olympics in the State of Ohio.
Strongsville Chamber of Commerce
Please note the following upcoming events hosted by the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce. Registration is required for all events. Please call 440.238.3366 for more information or to register. Those interested in the following events may also visit the Chamber website (www.strongsvillechamber.com) to register and see additional event info.
Strongsville Chamber Golf Outing
Friday, August 25th - Shale Creek (5420 Wolff Rd. / Medina)
8:30am Registration / 9:30am Shotgun Start
Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Strongsville Library
Please note the following August 2023 events presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
CCPL Summer Program Guide The Cuyahoga County Public Library program guide is now digital! Want to find out about all the amazing library programs and resources happening around the system? You can view our Summer Program information here: https://www.pressreader.com/document/3479
IN-PERSON Storytimes. Strongsville Branch Library storytimes are on hiatus for the month of August. Storytimes will resume in September.
English as a Second Language Classes by Aspire Greater Cleveland. If you need to learn English or improve your language skills, we can help. Aspire Greater Cleveland offers FREE beginner, intermediate and advanced-level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes. Strongsville Branch will be hosting morning classes on Thursdays and Fridays. Please call 833.ASPIRE2 (1.833.277.4732) to register or visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/services/adult-education/aspire-greater-cleveland for more information.
Computer Classes IN PERSON. Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class. To see a full class list, descriptions, and to register, please visit https://cuyahogalibrary.org/classes-events/computer-classes
Monday, August 21st / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Excel: Charting and Formatting.
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Monday, August 21st / 7 p.m. Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count. Register online to attend the virtual or in-person sessions.
Teen Craft Night: Felt Succulents. Teens in Grades 6 – 12. Tuesday, August 22nd / 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Use felt and wire to create adorable little succulents! Then use paint to design a pot for your succulents to "live" in! Register NOW!
A Century of Cycling: The Evolution of the Bicycle over 100+ years. Tuesday, August 22nd / 7:00p.m. Join us for a fascinating presentation on the evolution of the bicycle over the past century and its impact on society! From the early days of the penny farthing to the sleek road bikes of today, we'll explore the technological advancements that have made cycling more efficient and accessible. Discover how the bicycle has played a key role in transportation, recreation, and even women's liberation. Co-sponsored by the Strongsville Historical Society and the Strongsville Branch Library.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, August 28th / 2:30 p.m. The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration is required. New members always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Hamnet: a Novel of the Plague by Maggie O’Farrell. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Sewing Basics for Teens. Teens Grades 6 – 12. Wednesday, August 29th / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Learn the basic parts and functions of a machine, practice basic stitches, and make a small pillow. All materials and equipment are provided. No prior experience necessary.
Stay Connected with Strongsville City Schools
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Chapman Elementary * Whitney Elementary *
Kinsner Elementary * Early Learning Preschool
Website: www.strongnet.org
Location: Strongsville City Schools, 18199 Cook Avenue, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: (440) 572-7000
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