summer update - The City of Wickliffe

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summer update - The City of Wickliffe
Wickliffe, Ohio - The Gateway to Lake County
Volume 31, Issue 3
SUMMER UPDATE
Mayor William A. Margalis
Summer is now fully upon us and the weather
up to this point has been wet. The good news
on the pools is that the problem with the Coulby
Aquatic Center has been resolved. As speculated
last summer, there was a crack in a pipe beneath
the play structure. This spring, the new piping was
installed that solved the problem of leaking water.
Purchase a pass this year and enjoy your two
pools and spray park. Without your support we
would not be able to maintain these recreational
features.
November Charter Change: On the ballot
this November will be an issue which will ask
the voters of Wickliffe to decide on a change
to the City Charter. In 2006 and 2014, a similar
request was on the ballot and approved by the voters. The request this year will ask that the entire
amount of income tax dollars be deposited to the
General Fund. City Council can then allocate the
required amount to be used for capital improvements and have the ability to transfer monies to
the Capital Improvement Fund. Additionally the
Capital Fund will continue to have approximately
$500,000 from real estate millage to work with.
This change is a very important one for the City.
Because of reduced revenues the City receives,
these dollars to the General Fund will reduce and,
in most cases, eliminate the need for personnel
reductions next year. The entire goal of this plan
is to use every tax dollar wisely and maintain City
services to the highest level possible without a
tax increase. This change will not cost taxpayers any new or additional money. You will be
hearing much more about the Charter change in
the months ahead and why it’s important for us in
maintaining services. Please stay informed and be
aware of how this may affect you as a resident.
State Budget – Again, the state legislature has
targeted the Local Government Fund revenue to
finance newly created state programs. Governor Kasich signed into law last month the State
biennial budget, the result of which will affect the
amount of revenue previously received from Co-
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Mayor
William A.
Margalis
lumbus by the City of Wickliffe. Although final
projections are not in, revenue that once was $1.8
million will have been reduced to somewhere
between $500,000 and $700,000. This is just
another example of shifting the tax burden to the
local level while balancing the state budgets.
Personnel Changes: I would like to thank
William C. Gargiulo for his years of service to
the City. Bill retired on June 30 of this year. Bill
served most recently as Director of Law and previously as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney along
with serving on several boards and commissions.
His knowledge and experience will be missed.
Beginning July 1, Scott Zele assumed the combined roles of Director of Law and Prosecuting
Attorney. Scott has served as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney since 2012 and he and his family are
residents of Wickliffe. We have confidence that
Scott will continue to do a great job for us.
Summer Events: We are now halfway
through the summer and the City has been full of
activities. There are still many activities planned
for the remainder of the summer in our parks
and around our City. Plan to attend the FEST
being held on Sunday, August 9 on the grounds
of Borromeo Seminary and the Wickliffe I&A
Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce, which will be
held on August 28, 29, 30 at their picnic grounds
for some great outdoor fun this summer. Both of
these are free events and open to the public.
A new way of following what is happening
in Wickliffe is to like me on Facebook at Mayor
Bill Margalis or on Twitter @WickliffeWAM.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns
that I may be able to help you with, please feel
free to give me a call at 440-943-7103 or email
at [email protected]. My cable
TV program, Mayor’s Corner, can be viewed on
Time Warner, ATT Uverse or the City web site,
www.cityofwickliffe.com at your convenience,
to hear the latest of what is happening in our City. August 2015
A MUSEUM OF YOUR LIFE –
ANTIQUES & UNIQUES
helpful and interested in assisting you set up a
booth or directing you to your special interest here
in Wickliffe.
The mall features 100 dealers--all small
businesses with their individual spaces that they
decorate and display to their satisfaction, leading
to a varied and colorful selection of spaces and
items.
In addition, the mall features an extensive
Furniture Gallery of used, mid-century, antique or
just old pieces. Thinking of moving to your own
by Dee Aufuldish
apartment and need some basics? Or do you want
to add some well-made old pieces to your house?
“My Grandma had those mixing bowls…”
Their Tree House Café is a great place to relax
“See that book – I used to read that to the kids…” and enjoy some refreshments and rest those legs
“Oh, my Dad showed me how to fish with a rod
after looking for that singular item. You’ll enjoy
like that…” “Bobby and Ed used to play those
the hand-painted and designed decorations on the
games all the time…” Just a few of the comwall by artists Wendy Raphael and Dona Marie
ments you’ll hear while walking around the new
Brown.
Antiques & Uniques antique mall in the Town
And something very special is their ComSquare Plaza – maybe you’ll be saying something munity Spotlight Space--a space your non-profit
like that yourself!
organization can man to promote your group.
Owned by Tom and Barb Berges, Barb refers
Just give Barb a call to reserve your time. Abanto the mall as a Museum of Your Life. When
doned Animal Welfare, Quota International,
you think of all the items we and our families
Downs’ Designs, and Hospice of the Western
and friends used over the years, they could form
Reserve are some of the organizations participata museum of our lives-- memories of usual and
ing. And the Wickliffe Scholarship Foundation
unusual actions and events. So the mixing bowls, will be there in October to promote their Holiday
the books, the puzzles, the games, the collections
Tea – you can purchase your Tea and raffle
and so many other things remind us of people and tickets there.
times in our lives.
You can check Antiques & Uniques out on
The mall is located at 30200 Euclid Ave. in the their website – www.AntiquesAndUniquesOH.
plaza behind Jerry’s. Tom and Barb live in Perry
com or call 440-944-0133. They are open
but are originally from Rochester, New York.
Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to
That is where they first saw antique malls and in
6:00 pm and Sunday from Noon to 6:00 pm.
2003 started an antique mall in Painesville with
Do stop by and find your special memory in
their daughter and son-in-law. Tom and Barb are
your own museum of life.
(l-r) John Barbish and Karen Tercek of the Willoughby Western Lake County Chamber
of Commerce and Mayor William A. Margalis welcomed Barbara and Tom Berges to
the City of Wickliffe at the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Antiques and Uniques on April
17, 2015.
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ickliffe
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Wickliffe Junior Olympics received the 2015 Keep Ohio Beautiful Youth Award for their
community cleanups. The group, under the direction of Todd Calic, Program Director,
participated in the spring Great American Cleanup, adopting the Ridgehills Drive area.
In addition, they clean up the Wickliffe parks during their weekly runs.
The group was presented award by Jennifer Jehn, President of Keep America Beautiful,
at the annual KOB Meeting and Awards Program on July 10 at the Franklin Park Conservatory. The group also received a personal tour of the Conservatory during their
visit and learned about environmental programs at the Conservatory.
Wickliffe Connection
Annual Senior Car Show was a huge success
The Summer Concert Series started on a positive note. On
June 9, 2015, the Wickliffe Senior Center, Wickliffe Service
Department, Council President Dave Krych, and many
volunteers turned this into a City event that will be
remembered by all who attended. Eddie & the Edsels
provided the music. Dave Krych coordinated the Car Show,
which included the largest turnout of historic cars. Bill’s Ice
Mayor’s Choice:
Steve Rosic-1948 Mercury
Cream Truck provided hot dogs; Italian sausage; ice cream
treats; and other snacks. The huge response by those
attending spoke volumes to the success!
Please come to enjoy the next concerts 6:30-8:30 pm:
Wednesday, August 5 - Cadillac Lilly and
Thursday, August 27 - Don DiSantis
Seniors’ Choice:
Sherry Pily-1949 Chevy Truck
People’s Choice:
Neil Wojciechowski1950 Plymouth
PAT O’BRIEN CLEVELAND CHALLENGE CUP OF BOCCE
The 32nd Annual Pat O’Brien Chevrolet Cleveland Challenge Cup of Bocce will be held on
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday August 28, 29, and 30 at the Wickliffe Italian-American Club located
at 29717 Euclid Ave. The event features 96 competing bocce teams from Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Michigan, Florida, Mississippi, California, and Canada. Last year’s winner was the
local Mentor Fiat team, consisting of players in their early 20’s from the Little Italy and Mayfield
areas. They will be returning to defend their title along with the Women’s Division Champs, Three
Balls Back, from Rome, NY.
The opening ceremonies will begin at 5:30 pm on Friday August 28, with the national anthem
of the U.S.A., Italy, and Canada being sung by 14-year-old Giovanni Castiglione who recently appeared in the movie “50 Fathers”. Tournament play begins directly afterward and will run continuously through Sunday night on the nine covered bocce courts. The Wickliffe Italian-American Club
will present the top 16 teams with cash prizes totaling $16,000.
Schedule of Events
Friday, August 28
5:30 pm Opening Ceremonies.
6:00 pm Tournament play begins
7:00 pm Entertainment: Cavalieri Reale
Saturday, August 29
8:00 am Tournament play resumes
Noon-3:00 pmItalian Cultural Activities
4:00-7:00 pm Entertainment: Pair of Eights
8:00 pm Entertainment: Victory Highway
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Sunday, August 30
8:00 am Tournament play resumes
10:00-Noon Entertainment: Carmelina
1:00-1:45 pm Rick Smith Jr. Magic Show
2:00-3:00 pm Jungle Terry
3:00-5:00 pm DJ Dave
4:00 pm Women’s Division Championship
6:00 pm Men’s Division Championship
TOGETHER, again!
The highlight of the summer for almost 40,000 people takes place
on Sunday, August 9 in Wickliffe – it’s called The FEST. This day
of faith, family and fun will bring together thousands from across
our region for great live music (Mercy Me, Steven Curtis Chapman,
Building 429, and Matt Maher) along with lots of activities for the
kids, great family-friendly food and much more. The FEST is FREE
and open to all. It takes place in your backyard at the Center for
Pastoral Leadership (28700 Euclid Avenue in Wickliffe).
We have a special opportunity for all Moms. Come to the Marc’s
Mom’s Relaxation Station to hear great presentations and receive
helpful information and timely tips to care for your home and family.
We also have over 150,000 samples and giveaways for you. Dads can
enjoy the day in the Troy-Bilt Dad’s Den, where you can expect good
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information on how to be a man of God and a strong faith leader in
your family and community. All the guys will go home with some
great Troy-bilt giveaways. The Kid’s Activities Area is loaded with
activities to help each child appreciate their unique goodness and
giftedness and the importance of working TOGETHER to build a
stronger, better, holier world.
The FEST is a one-day family FESTival sponsored by the
Diocese of Cleveland. It’s designed to bring thousands together for
an amazing family day – for FREE. Join us from Noon until 10:00
pm for activities for your entire family and an exceptional experience.
The amazing family day concludes with a Catholic Mass at 8:00 pm
followed by an amazing American Fireworks display. Invite your
friends and family and join us on Sunday, August 9. All are welcome
as we come together for the highlight of summer – The FEST.
For more information or a schedule of events go online to:
www.theFEST.us.
Wickliffe Connection
Council
at Large
Matthew
Jaworski
Road Projects for 2015
Despite a difficult year financially, things are
still going on in the City. Council approved
plans for two road projects and also passed
legislation aimed at keeping our residents
safe.
Work Begins on 2015 Road Program
In June, City Council approved ordinances
for two major street projects this summer.
The first project is actually a continuation of
a project begun last year and wrapped up this
year.
Grand Boulevard Phase II will span from
Talmadge Avenue and run to Lloyd Road. The
City is once again teaming up with the Lake
County Department of Utilities in order to
replace waterlines on this street. In addition to
new waterlines, the current asphalt street will
be replaced with a new concrete surface. The
contractor on this project is Fabrizi Trucking
and Paving.
The overall cost of the project is
$1,351,950 with the City of Wickliffe being
responsible for $643,750. Wickliffe also
received a $250,000 grant for the project from
the Ohio Public Works Commission. The
Utilities Department is kicking in $458,200.
Construction is expected to begin at the end of
July and be completed in May 2016.
Besides Grand Boulevard, the other street
undergoing construction this year is Sunset
Drive from Ashwood Drive to Ridge Road.
In my opinion, this street in particular needs
to be repaved more than any other street it the
city. This long-overdue project, which has
already begun, should be finished by the end
of the year. The city will spend $159,194 to
repave this stretch of road. Ronyak Paving of
Burton is the general contractor.
If residents approve the proposed charter
change request, these two projects will be the
last road projects to occur in the city for at
least a year or two, until a source of funding
can found for capital improvement projects.
Buena Vista Flood Plain
CT Consultants recently finished calculating
numbers concerning the flood plain at Nehls
Park. With survey work and calculation work
complete, our engineering firm can now
begin to create a report to be sent into FEMA,
requesting this area lose its status as a flood
plain. Last year, residents of this area came
to Council and asked for help in getting this
designation removed. Please keep an eye out
for updates in my future articles. Needless to
say, when dealing with the federal government, these types of decisions never happen
quickly.
Safety Forces Legislation
As you may have heard or read, City Council,
by a 5-1 vote, passed an ordinance limiting
the age of our safety forces employees. This
ordinance is extremely similar to legislation
currently in place in Mentor and Cleveland.
During numerous meetings, the Police and Fire
Chiefs discussed the importance of passing this
legislation. It is an ordinance that, in the end,
will help ensure the safety of our residents.
Rotary Club of Wickliffe
Weekly Meetings
Call 943-6900 for information
SERVICE ABOVE SELF
Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon
at Petti’s Pizza
Visitors Welcomed!
Would you like to give back to your community?
Call Dave Krych at 943-0559
Richard A. Solwitz, D.V.M.
Office Hours by Appt. 440-943-5120
30125 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe
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Wickliffe Public Library
Friends of the
Wickliffe Public Library
1713 Lincoln Road
Wickliffe, Oh 44092
440-944-6010
Contact Persons:
Co-Presidents,
Barb Powell and Lois Sherlock
You’re invited to a Ribbon
Cutting and Dedication!
Saturday, August 29 @ Noon
Tour our new meeting rooms!
Enjoy cake and sandwiches!
Live music by Canton/Keys!
Magic Show by John Walker & students!
Please see the Library for a complete list
of activities.
Read Off Your Fines Day
Join Friends!
Membership rates: Individual/$8,
Seniors/$5, Family/$12. Friends raise funds
that sponsor many library programs.
Next Meeting: September 15 at 5:15 pm
The Wickliffe Public Library would like
to thank the following for their donations to
our 2015 Summer Reading Programs:
Applebee’s
Barrett-Meyer Insurance
City of Wickliffe Recreation Department
Cleveland Browns
Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland Gladiators
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Deacon, Cardenas & Ruple, LLC
D’Anna’s Hair Design
Eat’n Park
Friends of the Wickliffe Public Library
The Holden Arboretum
J Marie’s Hair Salon
Jennifer and Alex Rosa
Lake County Captains
Lake Erie Monsters
Lake Metroparks
Lubrizol Corporation
Stanley Steemer
Sussex Seafood & Grille
Terry Detar
Wickliffe Dispensary Association
Wickliffe Public Library Foundation
Willow Run Veterinary Clinic
Mission Statement
The Wickliffe Public Library serves
all people, addresses informational
needs, and provides opportunities for
lifelong learning.
Adult Programs
Registration required for the following
programs, please call 944-6010
Speak Up & Stay Alive
Tuesday, August 11 7:00 pm
Join us when we welcome Patricia Rullo,
author of “Speak Up & Stay Alive,” who will
discuss surviving a hospital stay and avoiding
medication hazards. Sponsored by Friends of
the Library.
The Cookbook Club
Tuesday, September 8 6:00 pm
A book club for foodies! Choose a recipe
from the selected cookbook author or theme
for the month, bring a dish to the meeting to
share, and talk food with us. The September
food author is Ina Garten and her books will be
available for check-out at the Circulation Desk.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Learn about Estate Planning
Saturday, September 12 10:00 am
Pam Kurt of Kurt Law Office LLC will
discuss estate planning and answer your
questions. FREE!
Finding Your Roots
Tuesday, September 15 7:00 pm
Are you interested in genealogy? Do you
have questions about earlier life in Cleveland or
your Cleveland ancestors? You are invited to a
presentation by Dr. Judy Centina, archivist of
the County archives in the new meeting room
Saturday August 29 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Register at the Library. For every 30
minutes read in the Library on Saturday,
August 29, earn $1 off late fines (up to $10,
no credits, and non-transferrable).
Book Sale:
Preview for Friends Members Only on
Wednesday, August 5 from 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
Public Sale on Thursday, August 6 from
10:00 am-8:00 pm
Public Sale on Friday, August 7 from
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Public Sale: $3.00 a bag on Saturday
August 8 from 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Want To Get Free eBooks,
Music, and Magazines?
Device help with Sarah! No appointment
necessary. Stop in on Tuesdays between
11:00-1:00 pm. Remember to charge your
device before coming! Please note if others
are waiting, session will be limited to 30
minutes.
Computer Classes
Please call 440-944-6010 to register
Mondays: 9:00-10:00 am at the Library
(general public) On the following dates:
Facebook*: August 3, September 21
Pinterest*: August 10, September 28
Basic Computer: August 17
Basic Internet: August 24
Basic Email: August 31
Writing Resumes using Word: Sept. 14
Using the Library Website: Oct. 5
*these classes require an email account
of the Wickliffe Public Library. Bring your
questions and curiosity to this free talk.
Dementia Care: Starting the
Conversation
Thursday, September 17 7:00 pm
Hospice of the Western Reserve will speak
about the causes and managing dementia.
Cookbook Club
October 13 6:00 pm
A book club for foodies! Choose a recipe
from the selected cookbook author or theme
for the month, bring a dish to the meeting to
share, and talk food with us. The October food
author is Rocco DiSpirito and his books will be
available for check-out at the Circulation Desk.
Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Grades 4 and up. Registration is required.
Sign up at the information desk or call 440-516READ to register by phone. *These programs
made possible by the Friends of the Wickliffe
Public Library. To learn more or become a
Friend, please see www.wickliffepl.org/
Friends-wickliffe-public-library or call the
Wickliffe Public Library.
Library Hunt
Wednesday,
August 12 3:00 pm
How well do you know
your library? To find out, join
us for a library hunt. Work in
teams of two. The first team to
finish by turning in the most
correct answers wins a prize!
Refreshments will be served.
Marble Run Mania
Thursday, September 16 3:00 pm
Kids in grades 4-8 can team up to create a
*Programs sponsored by Friends of the
Wickliffe Public Library
3-6 Year Old Story Time
Mondays: Sept. 14-Nov. 16 6:30 pm
Thursdays: Sept. 17-Nov. 19 10:00 am
Registration required.
0-2 Year Old Story Time
Wednesdays: Sept. 16-Nov. 18 10:00 am
Thursdays: Sept. 17-Nov. 19 6:30 pm
Registration required.
Wee Play!
Early Literacy
The Sugar Blues
Tuesday, October 27 7:00 pm
Johanna Tanno from Western Reserve
Hospital will talk about sugar, its place in our
diet, why we crave it and how we can break the
addiction. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Marble Run course. We will provide supplies,
tape and marbles; you bring your creative
brains to engineer the longest, fastest, or most
parts used course.
Poetry Day
Thursday, October 8 3:00 pm
Celebrate National Poetry
Day by sharing poems you
have written or by reading
some of your favorite poets’
poems. Refreshments will
be served.
Next Top
Monster
Wednesday,
October 28 6:00 pm
Come dressed in your
best monster garb and strut
your stuff down the monster
runway! Awards will be given
for best costumes.
Refreshments will be served.
Children’s Programs
October 20 7:00 pm
Bill Snow from RadAir to talk about
a car topic.
Friday, October 16 10:00 am
Do you need accurate, unbiased information
about Medicare and the Plan D prescription
drug benefit? Get the answers you need from
the Lake County Council on Aging. Please
bring along a list of your prescriptions.
1713 Lincoln Road, Wickliffe, OH 44092
440-944-6010
www.wickliffepl.org
Hours:
Monday - Thursday
9am-9pm
Friday9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday (November-May)
1pm-5pm
(June-October) Closed
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Young Adult Programs
Car Program
Medicare Checkup Day
A FIVE-STAR LIBRARY!
According to the Library Journal Index of Public Library Services 2013!
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The Wickliffe Public Library Board of Trustees would like to cordially invite everyone
to a ribbon cutting and dedication on Saturday, August 29 at noon. We are busy planning an
exciting day of activities, including our first ever ‘Read Off your Fines’ event.
With our new meeting room space we are very excited to be able to offer more programming for all ages and more meeting room space for community groups. Even if you are
unable to attend our ribbon cutting, please stop by the Library and ask for a tour.
The Friends of the Library are busy planning a book sale August 5-8. Please stop by and
help support our amazing Friends. The Friends are now accepting donations for the sale!
Funds raised by the Friends of the Library help sponsor many of our programs including
our Summer Reading Programs.
Once again our Summer Reading Programs were a big success. Thank you to everyone
who participated!
Finally, thank you for making Wickliffe Public Library a ‘Star’ Library! Feel free to
contact me at [email protected] or at 440-944-6010.
Cheryl Kuonen, Director
Birth through 6 years old
Put your electronic devices away and share
quality play time with your child. Enjoy
self-guided play in our story time room each
Friday, 10:00-11:00 am
October 9, 16, 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20
Seasonal Story & Craft for 3-6 year olds
First Monday of the month at 10:00 am
October 5, November 2, December 7
Wickliffe Public Library
Director’s Corner
Tales for A Dog: K-5th grade
Saturdays: Oct. 10, 17, 24
at 10:30 am or 11:00 am
Children read to therapy dogs!
Registration required, space is limited.
After School Adventures:
(K-5th grade)
Tuesdays at 3:15 pm with the following
themes:
Scavenger Hunt! September 15
Parachute Play! September 22
Go for the Gold! September 29
We’ve Got Rhythm! October 6
Now You See It! October 13
Yoga! October 20
Boo! October 27
Road Trip USA! November 3
LEGO Lover! November 10
Make It, Take It! November 17
Readers Theatre! November 24
Pictionary Fun! December 1
Silly Science! December 8
Christmas around the World! December 15
Are You Ready? Game Show
Children entering Kindergarten
through 4th grade
1,000 Books before
Thursday, Aug. 13 at 10:00 am
Kindergarten
Gather your friends and join us for an
This independent, self-paced
exciting
back-to-school challenge game. Kids
program is designed to develop
will
play
in teams based on the grade they
and encourage good reading habits and develop early literacy skills in children will be entering and will try to answer age
from birth to Kindergarten. Call or stop by the appropriate questions. Can the Kindergarteners
beat the 4th graders? Could the 3rd graders
Children’s desk for more information.
win? Call to register and participate in this fun,
yet challenging game.
Save a life Donate Blood
Red Cross
Blood Drive
Friday, August 7, 11am-4pm
Monday, Sept. 28, 1-6pm
Recreation
Evening Classes held at the
Wickliffe Community/Senior Center
Tai Chi Ch’uan - Instructed by Paul Wallace
A centuries-old classic form of Chinese exercise practiced world¬wide for health, longevity and
development of physical and mental well-being. It is enjoyed by people of all ages. Mondays from
7:00-9:00 pm $30 a person or $39 for husband and wife, parent and sibling if signing up together (8week session). Sessions: through Sept 28 (No class on Labor Day Sept 7) Oct 5 through Nov 30 (No
class on Nov 2).
Aerobics - Instructed by Kathy Brown
A low impact aerobics class which strengthens and tones muscles, reduces body fat, reduces stress,
improves cardiovascular endurance and feels good all over. Bring water, a mat and weights. Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15 pm and Thursday 6:15-7:15 pm. Mini Session: Aug 4, 11,18 and Aug 25 (Aug session
only: $20, no drop-ins) Regular sessions $56 for 12 classes, $30 for 6 classes or $7 for drop in (6-week
session) beginning Sept 8 through Oct 15, and Oct 20 through Dec 3. (No class Election Day Nov 3 or
Nov 26)
Polynesian Dance Classes - Instructed by Dahmia
Learn the modern and ancient hula to enhance your grace and poise, as well as strengthen and
tone your body. Thursdays: 6:45-7:45 pm, $40 (8-week session). Sessions: through Sept17 (no class
August 13) and Sept 24 through Dec 3 (No classes Nov 12, Nov 19 and Nov 26).
Turkish Dance Classes - Instructed by Dahmia
Learn exotic Turkish dancing while you tone and tighten your muscles. This is a fun way to exercise
and learn to dance at the same time. Thursdays 7:45-8:45 pm. $40 (8-week session). Ses¬sions: through
Sept 17 (No class August 13) and Sept 24 through Dec 3 (No classes Nov 12, Nov 19 and Nov 26).
Chair Yoga Class - Instructed by Cassandra Shofar
This is a modified form of yoga on or around a chair, gently stretch and strengthen, with proper
breathing, all the major systems. All glands of the body get a workout to function more efficiently; you
will increase strength and flexibility which will distress your life. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:15 pm. $35, $8
drop in (6-week session). Sessions: Aug 12 through Sept 23 (no class Sept 9) and Sept 30 through Nov 4.
Yoga Class - Instructed by Cassandra Shofar
An ancient approach to health and well-being. Through guided yoga postures, breathing techniques, relaxation, and meditation, you will experience increased energy within a relaxed body and
quiet mind. Come experience the effects of bringing body, mind, and spirit into harmony. All levels of
yoga are welcome. Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:30pm. $40 per person, $8 drop-in rate (6-week session).
Sessions: Aug 12 through Sept 23 (No class Sept 9) and Sep 30 through Nov 4.
Ballroom Dance I - Instructed by Andrew Calori and Rhonda Root
Class teaches the beginning to intermediate bronze stage of specific styles of
dance. Fee: $50 per couple, $40 per single for 6 weeks or $8 drop-in, per-person
rate, Mondays, 7:45 pm to 8:45 pm.. Sessions begin Sept 14 through Oct 19 and
Oct 26 through Dec 7 (No class Nov 2 or Nov 30).
Ballroom Dance II - Instructed by
Andrew Calori and Rhonda Root
Dancing is a profound, yet practical exercise for people of all ages. Wednesdays 7:45-8:45 pm,
Fee: $50 per couple, $40 per single for 6 weeks or $8 drop in per person rate. Sessions begin Sept 16
through Oct 21 and Oct 28 through Dec 2. (No class Veterans Day Nov 11)
Line Dance Class I (Beginner) - Instructed by Rhonda Root and Andrew Calori
Easier dance steps for those who are just starting to learn line dancing. Fee: $40 per person or
$8 drop-in rate. Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm. Six-week sessions begin Sept 14 through Oct 19 and Oct 26
through Dec 7 (No class Nov 30).
Line Dance Class II (advanced) - Instructed by Rhonda Root and Andrew Calori
More challenging for those who have been line dancing for a while. Fee: $40 per person or $8
drop-in rate. Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm. Six-week sessions begin Sept 16 through Oct 21 and Oct 28
through Dec 9. (No class Veterans Day Nov 11)
Zumba - Instructed by Vida Thorington
Fitness routine combining cha-cha, salsa, reggae, and hip-hop. Great for teens and adults. Bring
water bottle and towel and wear good exercise shoes. Tuesdays, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. $56 per person;
$10 for drop in (7-week session). Sessions: Sept 8 – Oct 20 (No class Oct 27) and Nov 10 – Dec 22
(No class Election Day Nov 3).
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
Children’s Halloween Party is for Wickliffe children up through 4th grade and will
be held Thursday, Oct 22, 6:30-8:00 pm, at Wickliffe High School. Crafts by Wickliffe
Public Library and door prizes. Entertainment for all ages. Costumed children will parade
through the halls and receive treats from Mayor, Wickliffe Recreation, Wickliffe Senior
Center, and Wickliffe Police and Fire Departments.
Turkey Hunt will be held Saturday, Nov 21 at 11:30 am sharp at Coulby Park at the
Gazebo. Held Rain or Shine. Wickliffe children and adults are all welcome. Win your
Thanksgiving turkey!
Blue Devil Rec. Basketball! For boys and girls in grades 3-6. Games on
Saturday mornings at Wickliffe High School. Register starts Oct 12 at Rec. Dept.
weekdays starting 8:00am–4:00pm. Nonresidents registration begins Nov 2. Program starts
Saturday, Dec 5 at Wickliffe High School Gym at 9:00 am. Limited to the first 80 who register and
make payment. Craig Austin, Wickliffe High School Varsity Boys Basketball Coach will direct program. More info on website this fall.
Volleyball Open Gym – Supervised play on Tuesdays for youth in grades 4-8 at
Wickliffe Middle School from 6:00-8:00 pm. Non-residents may participate in this program. $1 at the door. Contact Todd Calic at [email protected]
with any questions. Starts in Sept. once school begins.
Friday Night Basketball Open Gym – Supervised play on Fridays for WICKLIFFE youth in grades 5–8 at Wickliffe Middle School from 7:00-9:00 pm. $1 at the
door. Contact Todd Calic at [email protected] with any questions. More
info once school starts.
Wickliffe Junior Olympics – Blue and Gold Run Club is for boys and girls ages
7-14. Fun running games and challenges in preparation to participate in a series of
charity runs. No fee, but donations are accepted. Meets Wednesdays at Wickliffe Middle School cafeteria from 6:00-8:00 pm. Saturdays at Coulby Rec Hall. Ages 7-10 from 11:00 am–1:00 pm and ages
11-14 from 1:00-3:00 pm. Contact Todd Calic at [email protected] for more details.
Wickliffe Recreation Dept. PeeWee Flag Football –. K through 2nd Grade,
Saturdays at Coulby Park. Look for more info once school starts.
FALL/HOLIDAY BUS TOURS WITH THE RECREATION DEPT
“Jail House Rock”, Fremont, OH. Friday October 23, $63 per person – Includes admission to
Sculpture in the Village; Northcoast Veterans Museum; Jailhouse Rock; Down Thyme Cafe (meal/
entertainment) and Stained Glass Window tour.
“Dickens Victorian Village” Cambridge, OH. Tuesday November 17, $79.
Includes Dickens Welcome Center and Marketplace; Dickens Victorian Village (wine
and cheese tasting); Historic District; “Nothing But Chocolate”; Mosser Glass; lunch
buffet; Courthouse music and light show.
WICKLIFFE SENIOR CENTER
RED CROSS BLOOD MOBILE
Wednesday, August 19 - 12:30 to 5:30 pm
Monday, September 28 - Noon - 4:30 pm
Wednesday, October 21 - 12:30 to 5:30 pm
SUMMER HEAP PROGRAM - Thursday, August 6
Lake County Council on Aging will help you with reduction in utilities for the summer months. Appointments begin at 8:30 am with 1/2 hour slots until 12:30 pm. Call or come to the Senior Center for
appointment.
CAPTAINS GAME - Wednesday, August 12. Cost is $13. Bus leaves at noon. Sign up at Senior Center.
SUMMER SUNSET IN TOLEDO WITH JKL TOURS Wednesday, August 26
Bus leaves at 7:30 am and will return at approximately 6:00
pm.
Cost is $65. Sign up at Senior Center.
AUTUMN IN THE COUNTRY - Wednesday, October 14
Bus leaves at 8:30 am. Includes lunch in an Amish home.
Cost is $59. Sign up at Senior Center.
HARD ROCK ROCKSINO - Tuesday, September 8
Bus leaves at 10:00 am. Cost is $25. Bonus $15 free play and
$5 food.
PRESQUE ISLE - Tuesday, October 27
Bus leaves at 9:30 am. Cost is $31. Bonus $25 slot play.
FALL PREVENTATIVE AWARENESS - Wednesday, September 23
Lake County Council on Aging is partnering with Wickliffe Senior Center.
The program begins at 10:00 am with a variety of screenings including a stroke
risk assessment; blood pressure checks; heart health information; balance
screenings; posture checks; and bone density screenings. Representatives from
various Lake County agencies will be on hand including Lake County Health
District; Lifeline 211; and area safety forces. There is NO COST to participate.
For reservations, please call Wickliffe Senior Center at 440-373-5015.
LIFELINE - Friday, October 30
9:00 am-4:00 pm at Senior Center. Must call for appointment. More details to follow.
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Keep
ickliffe Beautiful
Planting Together Tree Planting 2015 Household Hazardous Waste Collection
In July, volunteers from The Lubrizol Corporation and ABB Inc. met at Jindra Park to mulch and
stake the 40 trees that they planted there in 2011. The companies donated funds to purchase six new
trees for planting, as well as tree guards for the trees to prevent the deer from damaging them. The
Wickliffe Service Department assisted the volunteers
with the project and Sweet
Berry Fresh Market and the
Keep Wickliffe Beautiful Commission donated
the delicious lunch for the
volunteers. Many thanks
to The Lubrizol Corporation and ABB, Inc., whose
generosity will benefit
Wickliffe for years to come!
Lake County Fairgrounds - September 26, 9:00am–3:00pm (Last collection for 2015)
Acceptable items include: oil-based paints and other paint related products such as turpentine and thinners; car-maintenance fluids, including oils, grease, gasoline (as well as diesel
fuel and kerosene), antifreeze and coolants; old cleaning solvents (acids/bases/oxidizers); lawn
chemicals and pesticides (liquid and solid); batteries of all sizes including vehicle lead acid batteries; mercury-containing items such as thermometers; “hobby” chemicals, reactives, aerosols;
fluorescent light bulbs; grill-sized propane tanks. Do not bring latex paint; medical waste;
explosives; ammunition; or radioactive materials.
KWB Golf Outing
The Keep Wickliffe Beautiful Commission would like to thank all the golfers who signed up for
our 29th Annual Golf Outing at St. Denis Golf Course. Unfortunately, the event was rained out and
golfers received rain checks to play the course when the weather was more pleasant. The golfers
attended the dinner held after the event at the St. Denis Party Center and won prizes donated by our
generous sponsors.
These generous businesses sponsored holes and their donations will help fund our projects
throughout the year: ABB Inc.; Center for Pastoral Leadership; CT Consultants; Inc.; Diamond
Shine Inc.; Domenick’s Electric Sewer Cleaning; Finish Line Car Wash; Green Vision Materials;
There were over 200 yards chosen for the new KWB Beautification Award in 2015. Yards were
Lubrizol Corporation; Marino’s Restaurant; Stanley Steemer; Willow Run Veterinary Clinic; and
selected by 28 volunteers who were assigned an area of Wickliffe to evaluate. Taken into account
Yanesh Brothers Construction Company; Inc.
were the condition of shrubs; lawn; flower beds; plantings; and litter-free yards. It was a great way to
Many thanks to these generous prize donors: Pearson Trophy; Dino’s III Restaurant;
recognize the many hard-working residents in Wickliffe who spent much time and effort to make their
Domenic’s Café; El Palenque Mexican Restaurant; Finish Line Car Wash; Clint and Patty Fowler;
yards look so beautiful! Signs were given to the winners to display in their yards. Due to the large numFred Astaire Dance Studio of Willoughby; Green Ridge Golf Course; Keep Wickliffe Beautiful;
bers of winners, we couldn’t list their names, but many photos of the winning yards will be featured on
Lake County Captains; Lake Metroparks; Location Carpet; Chris Mlachak; Marino’s Restaurant;
the Keep Wickliffe Beautiful Facebook page. Thanks to all of the winners who submitted photos for
Tim and Sherry Niederkorn; Petti’s Pizza & Ristorante; Physical Steel–Jim Bala; Say it with
posting!
Thread; Scissorhands Hair Salon; Stanley Steemer; SR Studio–Salon Lofts Mayfield; Vision Emporium; Vittorio’s Buon Appetito; and Willow Run Veterinary Clinic.
2015 Beautification Award Winners
Business Bright Spot Awards
Keep Wickliffe Beautiful Commission selected the following Bright Spot
Awards winners for the 2015 season. Selections are based on one or more of
the following criteria: revitalization of property; new construction; planting and
beautification; maintenance; and rehabilitation. Congratulations to these businesses for making Wickliffe more beautiful!
Perfect Cut-Off - 29201 Anderson Rd. (1998 winner)
Jerry’s DariPride - 30136 Euclid Ave. (2007 winner)
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Clothing Collection
August 31 - September 23
Gently worn clean clothing can be dropped off at the KWB Clothing Collection drop boxes (Planet Aid boxes) located in the tennis court parking lot
at Coulby Park for the period of August 31 through September 23. KWB
will accept clothing from any season, but especially needed are winter
coats and baby clothing. Also accepted are small houseware items, linens, towels, and blankets. To help keep your donations clean, please
put your items in plastic bags before placing them in the collection
bin. Clothing placed in these boxes will be distributed to needy
Wickliffe and Lake County families on Saturday, September 26
from 9:00am to Noon at the Community/Senior Center.
Volunteers are needed on Friday, September 25 from 9:00am–
Noon at the Community/Senior Center to sort and hang clothes.
Lunch will be provided for the volunteers. Call 440-943-7100 if
you can volunteer to help.
Shred Your Files Event - August 29
Wickliffe Service Dept. parking lot,
28730 Ridge Road, 9:00am-1:00pm
This event provides an opportunity for residents to
shred their confidential files at no cost. You can shred your
confidential files and papers at an on-site shredding truck.
Up to six paper grocery bags or three small boxes of paper
will be allowed per household. This service is for residents
only, not for businesses. For more information call the
Wickliffe Programs Coordinator at 440-943-7100. Funded
by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.
MEMORIAL ROSE GARDEN AND CEREMONY
The Memorial Rose Garden was established by the Keep Wickliffe Beautiful Commission
as a special way to remember departed relatives and friends. The annual Memorial Ceremony
was held on June 24 in honor of those who had a rose bush dedicated in their memory this past
year. Keep Wickliffe Beautiful served refreshments after the ceremony that was held in the
Rose Garden. For a rose donation application, call City Hall at 440-943-7100.
Memorialized were: Mary Jane Christopher; Irene R. Garman; James L. Meyer; Brenda
J. Luciani; Mary Rose Fasick; Earl “Red” and Beverly McFadden; Joe F. and Carmella Cerri;
Albert J. Strukel; Tracy L. Cusack; Douglas M. Covelli; Dean S. Tarasco; Margaret Vincenzo;
Ludwig and Frances E. Grill; Walter A. and Dorothy M. Kapel; Bernard Seaton; Sr.; John H.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Swim Club Boosters Make Coulby Concessions a Success
With the Wickliffe Water Devils swim team growing for its
fourth year in a row, the organization is now ready to take on the
new challenge of managing the Coulby Aquatic Center Concession Stand. As the Swim Club Boosters, the group plans to use the
profits to launch a Club Team at Wickliffe High School with the
intention of becoming a varsity sport.
Manager Amy Gezann, whose daughter Kayla has been on the
Water Devils for three seasons, became interested in helping with
this project because she “wanted to see the swim program grow
through the high school level.” She has been in food service since
she was fourteen, in all environments from fine dining to concessions. Carolyn Daro, also a WWD parent, serves as secretary and
treasurer for the project.
Right now, the WWD is the only team in the Suburban Swim
League without a high school team to support. President Joe Turi
hopes to change that: “There are many benefits to swimming, from
personal fitness to teamwork and goal orientation. Getting this
program into the high school will take effort from our neighbors as
well as the business community.” .As a Wickliffe resident, every
time you patronize the concession stand at Coulby Pool, you are
supporting a cause that will directly benefit the young swimmers
of Wickliffe. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the
boosters in exchange for summer signage at the pool, contact Joe
at (216) 272-2829.
You can also like the Wickliffe Water Devils page on Facebook
and check out our website at wickliffe.swim-team.us.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
SAFETY OF OUR CHILDREN! Unfortunately, we live in a world
that makes us wonder how we can keep our children safe. North
Coast Lions Club, in cooperation with safety forces and school
superintendents, wants to help in a special way:
What: 5K Run/Walk
When: Sunday, September 20, 2015 8:30am
Where: Coulby Park, Wickliffe, OH
Fees: $25 for adults / $15 for kids
SAFETY BUCKETS FOR OUR CLASSROOMS
We pray that our teachers and students will not be in a threatening
situation, but we also need to face reality. Safety forces and schools
have a plan; we are just adding some additional help. Yes, this is a huge
undertaking; but with your help, we will accomplish our goal. Together, we can make a difference in our community. To move forward, we are asking for a donation of any of the items
listed or a monetary donation to help purchase items. Thanks for your support and participation. Our project goal is to provide one filled safety bucket for each classroom (approximately
660) in the Willoughby-Eastlake and Wickliffe School Districts for the 2015-16 school year.
We will need:
• 5-gallon plastic bucket with handle
• Canvas cover for each bucket with contributors’ names on cover
• Duct tape
• Hammers 16 ounce, claw style, wooden handle used for escape
• Paper towels to wrap wound or other uses
• Ace Bandages
• Wasp spray 17.5 ounces of Raid (used the same as mace spray for counter defense)
•Fleece blankets/throws 50 x 60 (can be gently used) to cover window sill if broken glass
and for privacy if students need to relieve themselves in classroom
•Bottled water 2-3 bottles to flush wounds and for drinking
•First Aid Kits/tourniquets
Call Lion Linda Fulton 440-943-3199 for details on making donations of any of the abovelisted items. Thank you in advance for your participation.
10th Annual Wickliffe Swing Band Craft Show and Bake Sale
November 21, 2015 at Wickliffe Middle School ~ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm ~ $1 admission. Spaces
available. For more information call Lynda Barker 440-943-5495 or Terri Ruffino 440-516-1695.
WHS SWING BAND TAG DAY
The WHS Swing Band Members will soliciting donations on Saturday, August 8, 2015
for the annual “Tag Day” uniform fund drive. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated. If
the students are unable to reach you, simply mail your donation to Wickliffe Band Boosters
– P.O. Box 131 – Wickliffe, OH 44092. Thank you for your continued support.
The race celebrates the journey of Logan Green. Born less than a pound
at birth and four months early, he has Cerebral Palsy and his transportation is by means of aid assistance. Race profits will help purchase a van
to adapt for his wheelchair accessibility.
Superhero Costumes are encouraged for kids and adults. We want
Logan to know how many Heroes are out there fighting for hope and
courage.
For online donations visit www.gofundme.com and search Logan’s Run for a Van
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Make checks payable to Logan’s 5k Run, Send to 1037 Yorkharbor Ln. Painesville
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Online entry available at www.active.com Same-day registration is available.
Name ____________________________________ Age (day of race) _________
Address __________________________________ Female _______ Male _____
City, State, ZIP ____________________________________________________
Phone ___________________________________________________________
Email ____________________________________________________________
By signature, I attest that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained to participate
in this event. I have full knowledge of the risks involved. I further acknowledge that
the race course may contain uneven surface conditions, including but not limited
to pot holes, curbs, sewer covers which may create a risk. I also acknowledge that
the race is on public roads and I accept these risks. Therefore, in consideration of
the acceptance of my entry, I, for myself, my executors and administrators waive
any and all rights and claims for injuries or damages I may have against the City
of Wickliffe, Logan’s 5k Run, and the Wickliffe Fire Department and will not hold
them responsible for any and all injuries I may suffer in conjunction with this event.
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Signature of parent/guardian (if under 18 yrs old) _____________________________
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Wickliffe Community Hall of
Fame Selects Inductees for 2015
The final voting for this year’s Wickliffe Community Hall of Fame is
in. Eleven persons were selected along with the organization of the year.
Inductees by category include:
The Arts, Audrey Moore
Business, Terry Lazar
Civic, Craig A. Birnbaum
Civic, Douglas L. Gilson
Education, Daniel D’Amore
Heritage, Dominic Olivo
Medical/Health, Rosemary Little Tews
Religion, Constance Contenza
Safety Forces, Alex C. Jasin
Sports, Raymond E. Milavec
Organization, Wickliffe Presbyterian Church
This year’s Induction Ceremony will be held at 12 Noon on September 27th at Normandy
Party Center, 30310 Palisades Pkwy in Wickliffe. Lunch will be served at 1 pm with the
ceremony directly following lunch. Cost for attendees is $30. Children under 12 are $15.
Reservations can be made by contacting Florence Burkhardt at 440-585-3612. Reservations
must be made by September 13th.
Another successful Wickliffe’s Senior Residents’ Dinner was sponsored by
“Citizens for Wickliffe Schools” on April 23 at Wickliffe High School. A spaghetti
dinner was provided through the donation of AVI Food System Inc. Their gratuity has
been greatly appreciated for the past few years in which we have held this event. Our
senior residents were provided with a three course meal served by WHS students and
our administrative staff. At that time they were entertained by choirs from all three
Wickliffe schools. We should be proud of the growing talent we have in our schools!
Thank you to Cyndi Anderson, Kevin Barre, Brad Leyrer, and Diane Wieland for your
participation. Thank you to Pam Graves, Sharon Morris, and Leah Sheldon for our
entertainment. A special thank you to Robyn Zalecky, Adam Randau, Katie Zakor,
Debbie Tripepi, and Louise Ruffner for your consistent help with donations. Please
keep a look out for our next Wickliffe Senior Dinner.
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Education
Coming Soon to the Wickliffe Schools
By Joseph Spiccia, Superintendent
The Wickliffe City School District is growing into a learning organization focused on innovation, student
achievement, and the professional advancement of each staff member. The district’s strategic plan makes a
commitment to improving student achievement and preparing students to be successful in college and career.
This article highlights the programmatic enhancements students and staff will experience in the 2015-16
school year.
The district in partnership with the public library, and several preschools is developing an early literacy
program for parents of children aged 3-8. The program’s purpose is to provide early literacy workshops
to parents so that they may begin working with their children on the literacy skills they will need in their
primary schooling years.
The literacy-coaching project that began last year for K-2 teachers is being expanded this year to include
teachers teaching grades 3 and 4. Literacy development of our staff is a focal point of the district’s professional development plan this year.
In addition to the aforementioned professional development in the area of literacy, the Wickliffe Schools
staff will also participate in professional development programs to improve their technology skills, and the
instructional skills in the area of differentiating instruction.
The K-6 technology program is being enhanced this year. Students will have regular technology instruction throughout the year and will be working with a sophisticated online curriculum that will pace instruction
to meet each student’s individual needs.
Students at the middle school will be taking advantage of the new Innovation/STEM lab. The lab which
is being funded with 21st Century grant dollars and assistance from the Lake County Educational Service
Center will provide students opportunities through their technology classes, to build real products using 3-D
Printers, CNC Milling Machines, and other technology tools and equipment. This economic and workforce readiness center will be a central focus for students both during the school day and through the LAB
program.
More physical education instruction is being made available to students at the middle school this coming
year. The new equipment purchased through the PEP Grant will bring a fitness and wellness theme to the
health and physical education program.
The high school is also developing an Innovation/STEM lab. This economic and workforce development
center will include 3-D Printers, CNC Milling Machines, Laser Cutters, and advanced Robotics equipment.
Students will be learning how to design and build projects using sophisticated equipment and technology.
As noted in previous articles of this nature, seven courses at the high school this year will allow students
to earn high school and college credit simultaneously. Two new advanced placement courses have also been
added to the curriculum.
A group of high school students will be involved in a “Project-Based Learning” opportunity this year.
WHS is partnering with Perry High School, Yellow Springs High School, and MC2 School in this project.
This opportunity is being made possible thanks to a grant from the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation.
This pilot program may lead to more projects of this nature in the future.
Every student in grades 7-12 will begin working on a “Ten-Year Plan.” The plan is designed to help
students begin thinking strategically about their future and building an educational plan to prepare them for
the career opportunities in which they are interested. The plan includes meeting individually twice per year
with their counselor to discuss their plan and its progress, opportunity to select coursework that best meets
their needs, to participate in field trips, job shadowing, and internship experiences to actually “get out in the
field” and learn more about their interests.
In order to achieve this ambitious agenda, the district created the position of Director of Strategic Innovation for Teaching and Learning. This person will have the responsibility of developing and implementing
programming that is innovative, relevant, and meaningful.
Her duties will include:
Collaborating with internal stakeholders and external experts;
Building partnerships with businesses, higher education, the arts community, and other organizations
with a similar mission;
Developing innovative strategies and blending innovation with tradition;
Leading professional development programs;
Leading the Economic and Workforce Lab (STEM);
Developing programs in entrepreneurship; and
The director will develop an innovation plan that will include specific goals and measurable outcomes.
She will be expected to nurture a culture of innovation within the district and magnify its capabilities in
providing a state of the art educational experience for students.
The position was made possible through assistance from Lake Health, the Lake County Educational
Service Center, the Geauga County Educational Service Center, and the Buckeye Educational Systems
Company.
The director and the work the Wickliffe Schools will do will serve as a model for other school districts
through NE Ohio and the state.
Of course, there is no substitute for excellent teaching and the development of fundamental skills. The
district will continue to develop programming that emphasizes strong, reading, writing, and math skills.
The Writer’s and Reader’s Workshop approach to literacy instruction is being built into programming
for students in English/Language Arts and newly adopted curriculum and materials in mathematics will
continue to emphasize the development of these fundamental skills.
Finally, the district is in the process of integrating its new themes into district communication and
literature. The newly developed Mission/Vision of the Wickliffe City School District will take its place
throughout the community. Bumper stickers, posters, the website, stationary, and similar district materials
will carry the same theme: The Wickliffe City School District: Inspiring Students to Learn, Lead, and
Serve. Of course, this new theme will compliment our belief in “Generations of Pride.”
The Wickliffe Schools are on an upward trajectory, as we are becoming a premier school district in
northeast Ohio.
The State Budget
By Joseph Spiccia, Superintendent
Over the past several months, the Board of Education and the administration has been working to
preserve the district’s $2.1 million in annual Tangible Personal Property (TPP) tax reimbursements
from the State of Ohio. These reimbursements began in 2005 after the Tangible Personal Property tax
was eliminated to stimulate economic growth throughout the state.
At the time of its elimination, the Wickliffe City School District was receiving $2.8 million dollars
annually in these taxes representing 14% of our total operating budget. Over the years since the elimination of the tax, the state has cut the reimbursements by hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Currently, the district receives $2.1 million in reimbursements, representing 10% of our total operating budget. The state budget just passed and signed by the governor will eliminate that funding.
I testified twice in front of the legislative budget committees to urge that the reimbursements continue, stressing the devastating effect on our district if the funding is eliminated. Although the versions of
the budget passed by the House and the Senate both still included a total phase out of these reimbursements, at least their versions also included a temporary “hold harmless” provision for the next two
years to help soften the impact of the phase out. The legislative conference committee agreed with the
House and Senate versions and sent the recommendations to the governor. However, Gov. Kasich used
his line-item veto power to eliminate the second year of the hold harmless funding, cutting that assistance in half. While we are still analyzing the exact impact for the Wickliffe Schools, as it stands now,
we will absorb a significant loss in TPP reimbursement in fiscal year 2017, which begins next July 1.
By law, the State of Ohio must approve the new biennium budget by June 30 every year. The
governor signed the budget bill on June 30, 2015, and in his veto message he said he eliminated the
reimbursements because they would go primarily to wealthier school districts, which would divert
resources from poorer schools. This is certainly not the case, especially for Wickliffe. In fact, over the
past 10 years, the number of students who have qualified in our district as economically disadvantaged,
making them eligible for free and reduced priced school meals, has nearly doubled from 21% in 2005
to almost 40% this past year.
TIME TO REGISTER STUDENTS
FOR KINDERGARTEN
If you have a child who will be 5 before September 30 and you live within the Wickliffe
City School District boundaries, you are still able to register your child for Kindergarten.
Please contact the Wickliffe Elementary School office at 440-943-0320 to schedule a
registration appointment and to obtain the necessary forms for registration. Registration for
all other grades is on-going and can be completed at the child’s school of attendance. An
orientation for families new to the elementary school will be held at Wickliffe Elementary
School on August 13. More information will be included with registration materials.
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Since passing our last operating levy, the district has continuously cut $1 million from our budget
each year as a commitment to keeping costs down and we have worked hard to identify a variety of
alternative funding sources (such as grants and donations) to ensure programming. However, even
with the cuts that the district is making and the passage of the levy in 2011, the new state budget and
governor’s veto will significantly alter our financial circumstances and we will have to need to ask for
an operating levy in the near future.
Further, I am concerned that if the total elimination of TPP reimbursements does take place and our
continued effort to save the TPP funding is not successful, that the community will be faced with seeing an operating levy on the ballot that not only addresses our typical “cost of doing business needs,”
but also includes enough millage to make-up for the elimination of the TPP reimbursement.
The governor – and legislators by leaving the TPP total phase out in the budget bill – are contending that other tax policy decisions included in the budget is resulting in a tax reduction to the citizens
of Ohio. This is not true for citizens in communities like ours. By calling for the elimination of the
TPP reimbursements, the governor is simply shifting the burden of taxation to local entities like school
districts and city governments. This is a shell game. One that attempts to make the governor and state
lawmakers look good and the local taxing agencies look greedy. As voters and citizens, we need to
make sure our voices are heard. I recommend that you contact your legislators and let them know that
the elimination of the reimbursements is unacceptable.
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WMS Students Honored for Positive Decision-Making Wickliffe Middle School Reads!
by Kristan Glau, WMS Assistant Principal
by Kristan Glau, Assistant Principal
Staff and students at Wickliffe Middle School embrace and uphold three core values:
respect, responsibility and personal best. As a means of recognizing students who make
decisions that reflect the school’s values, staff members distribute “Blue Bucks.” Students
may earn Blue Bucks for a variety of reasons: going above and beyond to help a peer, taking
the time to create a quality work
product, persevering through a
challenge, etc. Once a student
has been awarded a Blue Buck,
he or she enters the award in the
school’s weekly, monthly, or
yearly prize drawings based upon
desired winnings. Prizes range
from notebooks and pencils at
the weekly level to a set of Beats
Headphones and gift cards at the
yearly level.
This year’s yearly drawing
L to R: Colagiovanni, Larner, Hunger
winners were Arianna Colagiovanni, Matthew Hunger, and Derek Larner. Congratulations to these outstanding students
for the way in which they consistently show respect, responsibility and their personal best!
For the second year in a row, Wickliffe Middle School has partnered with the
Wickliffe Public Library to promote student
engagement in reading over the course of
the summer.
Rather than assigning novels to be read
over the summer as in years past, WMS
staff members are encouraging student
choices with regard to summer reading.
Research indicates that, when students
choose books according to individualized
interest and reading ability, comprehension
improves and the likelihood of developing a
life-long love of reading increases.
Students in all WMS grade levels are
encouraged to participate in the Wickliffe
Public Library’s summer reading program.
In short, this program runs from June 4 -
LAB Summer Camp
by Toni Starinsky
This summer the LAB Project at Wickliffe Middle School sponsored a two week
camp. The Summer Safari experience had a photo scavenger hunt as its theme. Students
were given a copy of Cynthia Lord’s book, Half a Chance, to read and follow the same
photo scavenger hunt list as the main character in the book. LAB students visited the
Cleveland
Museum of
Natural History, Pete’s
Pond, and The
Cleveland
Metroparks
Zoo to find
their photos
based on a list
of twenty-six
words from
Lord’s book.
When not
working with
technology
and digital
photography, students
participated
in learning
leadership and
communicaStudents practice archeological skills at the Cleveland Museum of
tion skills in Natural History
activities led
by specialists from Crossroads of Lake County. The Wickliffe Public Library, engaged
students in a “Readers Theater” and book discussion. Students were fortunate to have
their final photography exhibit at Wickliffe Public Library. Students learned some team
sport skills in soccer and volleyball. Finally, all students were taught one of two dances
– which were demonstrate at the showcase finale.
WES LATCHKEY REGISTRATION
AUGUST 10-11
Families enrolling WES students in Latchkey programming are invited to the Latchkey Registration sessions in the WES cafeteria from 5:30-7:30 the evenings of August 10 and 11. Latchkey
is available before each school day starting at 7:00 am, and after dismissal until 6:00 pm.
August 1 and involves students documenting summer reading and turning in evidence
of such reading directly to the library.
We encourage you to learn more about
the library’s comic book-themed summer
program at www. http://wickliffepl.org/
young-adult/.
In the fall, WMS staff members will
be provided with a list of all students who
participated in the library’s summer reading
program; every student who is identified by
the library as an active participant will be
honored at the start of the 2015-2016 school
year. These students’ names will also be
entered into a drawing at school to win
reading-related prizes such as a Kindle Fire
HD and Barnes and Noble gift cards. We
were thrilled to honor the 140 students who
chose to read last summer and look forward
to celebrating even more this fall!
WMS Promotion and Awards Ceremony
by Brad Leyrer, WMS Principal
On the morning of Tuesday, June 2nd
students Wickliffe Middle School held the
first Promotion and Awards Ceremony
for 8th grade students. Parents, family, and
WMS faculty came together to celebrate
the 112 members of the Wickliffe Middle
School class of 2015 as they were promoted
to Wickliffe High School as the class of
2019. During the ceremony students were
officially accepted into the high school and
were recognized for Academic Excellence,
Academic Achievement, participation in
the Student Ambassadors program, and
participation in Student Council. Students
also received an individual promotion
certification.
Academic, athletic, and activity awards were presented to:
• John Byrne – Perme’-Hoehn Science Award
• Halle Bradac and Ernest Landi – PRIDE award
• Natasha Shah – Forster Award
• Elizabeth Evans and Tyler Hasul – Citizenship Awards
• Nick Colbert and Jaclyn Riedthaler– Grimm/Benigar Scholar Athlete Awards
• Jonathan Ambramczyk and Sarah Riedthaler– Archie Griffin Sportsmanship Award
• Gianna Ranallo - OHSAA Student Athlete Award
• Nate Alemagno, Elizabeth Evans, and Natasha Shah– Vocal Music Award
• Aliyah Davis and Rachel Erich – Instrumental Music Award
• Ravenna Bala – Music Department Award
Congratulations to all recipients on a fantastic school year, best of luck at WHS!
WMS Enhances Technology Offerings
by Julie Hunter
STEM/Technology Teacher
and abilities.
During the STEM class, students will
explore in the design studio, and will have
the opportunity to use state of the art technology to create using not only computers,
but will also have access to a 3D printer,
along with materials for the various units.
The program includes a complete STEM
content library, materials for engineering construction, green energy, biomedical technology and robotics. Students in
grades 5-8 will explore endless possibilities using the STEM materials and the
design process.
I am excited to start a new chapter
teaching STEM (science, technology,
engineering and math) at Wickliffe Middle
School. STEM education is not merely
teaching science and math. It consists of
using the design process, and projectbased learning, which truly makes it a
student-driven, inquiry based learning
environment. In this class students will
apply concepts and skills from multiple
disciplines in order to solve meaningful,
real world problems.
The design process first begins
with a challenge. Students then
use this challenge to drive the inquiry in order to create a product
or solution. The process begins
with brainstorming ideas and/or
solutions. Students then research,
create, reflect and revise their designs. Ultimately, their ideas are
communicated with others, which
in turn may lead to more revisions
and improvements to an existing
design or product. The design
model is used in the real world
daily and makes the learning very Students will have the opportunity to work with a
meaningful and hands on to all
number of new hands-on projects, including using
students, based on their interests this mini solar house.
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Education
Congratulations WHS Class of 2015
Shannon Marie Abraham
+Holly Catherine Adams
+ Abigail Katherine Allen
* Jessica Lee Allen
Jonathan Brady Bardner
+ James Nicholas Barrows
Brandon Christopher Bolton
+ Patrick Eugene Bonano
Marcus Anthony Bumgardner
+ Neil Philip Burkett
Jennifer Taylor Lynn Cain
+ Michael Timothy Roland Carroll
Brian Joseph Chenock
Ryan Michael Clark
Cheyeanne Alyssa Claybrooks
Anthony Robert Gorman
Tyler Jason Damron
Emerson Webster Davis IV
Cassidy Elisabeth Days
Matthew Thomas Dayton
Jessica Mary Denslow
Ramse Marsel Dunn
Megan Elizabeth Dzomba
Joshua Thomas Erich
Tyler Michael Fenton
David Michael Fitz
Austin Kenneth Fletcher
* Kelly McHale Foster
* Sarah Tatiana Foster
+ Rachel Lynn Franks
* Michaele Marie Gamiere
* Mackenzie Lynn Gardner
Tiffany Marie Geisman
Sequoyah Summer Gorby
* Gaston Robert Gosselin
Louin Ronald Green Jr.
+ Alexis Grace Gricar
Amanda Jennifer Hammond
Sarah Elizabeth Heyduk
Nicole Ann Bernice Ingle
Amanda Marie Janosky
Keith James Johnson it
Gregory Paul Johnson III
Sabrina Marie Karnicar
*Jessica Lyn Keefer
* Michael Dennis Kehn
* Thomas Charles Klein
* Taryn Nicholl Kocher
* Anthony Kosta
+ Samantha Jade Koster
Carli Ricola Krocker
Nicholas Anthony Lanese
* Christopher Joseph LaPaglia
+Lauren Ann Leili
David Joseph Lesco Jr.
+ Chantrell Monique Lewis
+ Karah Nicole Lombardo
Zachary Thomas Lundberg
+Harley Raine Mash
Robert John McCabe, Jr.
* Emily Mary Jane McCafferty
Allegra Elizabeth McClain
* Shannon Taylor McLaughlin
* Elmedina Memic
Ja’Shon Antonio Merriweather
* Logan Alexandra Molnar
* David Samuel Monturi
* Valerie Anna Moore
+ Miranda Lynn Moulton
Allan Gerard Myers III
Noah Jordan Nunes
Cameron Louis Oldenburgh
+ Carly Summer Palgut
Jigar Patel
Taylor Tre’von Payton-Drake
Nicole Marie Peters
Nicholas David Peterson
Tiontay Lee Phillips
* Maria Faith Piazza
+ Abby Marie Picciano
Charles Michael Platia Ill
* Joseph W Ponzani
* Mariah Leanne Marie Porter
Christopher Mathew Power
+ Jessica Shirlee Rae Richter
+ Leanne Viana Riedthaler
Krista Rae Rodriguez
Michael Joseph Ryan
Nikki Lee Sabolich
Marcus Mario Salibellas
+ Megan Ann Scarinzi
* Kurt Michael Schmidt
Ashley Kay Schneider
+ Emily Anne Sestokas
* Nikita Manish Shah
+ Brooke Emily Sheredy
* Alexander Bernard Shrewsbury
+ Angela Nicole Somody
Courtney Marissa Stirrings
Brittney Marie Stoltz
+ Chloe Elise Tennant
Terone Lamont Thomas Jr.
+ Rachel Marie Thomeier
+ Thomas David Trefzger
+ Trevor William Tucker
+ Hannah Cady Wagner
+ Mackenzie May Ward
+ Ciera Brynn West
Erin Nicole Woessner
+ Steven Andrew Young
Faith Adara Zollars
Certificate of Attendance
Albert Rousku Andersen
* Honor Student - Silver Cord
+ Honor Student - Gold Cord
Treasurer
Taryn Nichol Kocher
Scholarships awarded to the Graduating Class of 2015
WHS Football Parent Club /Wickliffe Blue Devil
Scholarship: Rachel Thomeier, Hannah Wagner
Wickliffe Scholarship Foundation: Abigail Allen,
Rachel. Franks, Alexis Gricar, Mackenzie Ward,
Steven Young
Wickliffe Rotary Foundation: Joseph Ponzani
Northcoast Lions Club Scholarship: Joseph Ponzani
Choir Booster Scholarship: Amanda Janosky LCMEA Music Scholarship: Chantrell Lewis
Michael Lenenski Scholarship: Chantrell Lewis
U.S. Air Force Recognition of Enlistment:
Ja’Shon Merriweather
U.S. Air Force Math & Science Awards Math:
James Barrows; Science: Rachel Franks
U.S. Army Reserve National Scholar/Athlete
Awards: Alexis Gricar, Patrick Bonano
U.S. Marine Honorary Awards: Scholar- Lauren
Leili, Athlete- Rachel Thomeier, Steven Young;
Music- Brian Chenock
Charles Darwin/Walter Hintz Scholarship:
Harley Mash
Federico Memorial Scholarships: Tyler Fenton,
Chantrell Lewis, Logan Molnar, Mariah Porter,
Leanne Riedthaler
I & A Cultural Foundation (IACF) Scholarships:
Patrick Bonano, Lauren Riedthaler
Wickliffe I & A Scholarships: Holly Adams,
Michaela Gamiere, Chris LaPaglia, Rachel Thomeier
Mary Stella Clemente Memorial Scholarship:
Patrick Bonano
Fields of Learning Scholarship: Logan Molnar
Perry Carroscia Memorial Scholarship:
Alexis Gricar, Brooke Sheredy
Wickliffe Band Booster’s Scholarships:
Miranda Moulton, Carly Palgut, Chloe Tennant
Wickliffe City Schools Alumni Scholarships:
Holly Adams, Nick Lanese, Joe Ponzani,
Chloe Tennant, Trevor Tucker
LAPSE Scholarships:
Michael Carroll, Logan Molnar
Elementary PTO Scholarships:
Holly Adams, Logan Molnar, Angela Somody
PATT Scholarships:
Rachel Franks, Joe Ponzani, Chloe Tennant
Forum Scholarships: Patrick Bonano, James
Barrows, Matt Dayton, Rachel Franks, Jessica Keefer,
Jigar Patel, Leanne Riedthaler, Krista Rodriguez,
Chole Tennant, Thomas Trefzger, Steven Young
WEA Foundation Scholarships: Tyler Fenton,
Miranda Moulton
James Sawicki Scholarship: Thomas Trefzger
Tim Murray Memorial Scholarships: Amanda Janosky,
Chantrell Lewis
Social Studies Department/
Larry Robertson Scholarship: Chloe Tennant
Frank Busci Community Service Award:
Alexis Gricar, Chantrell Lewis, Logan Molnar
George & Ruth Schwarzenberg Memorial
Educators Scholarship: Carly Palgut
Pete Christopher Scholarship: Anthony Kosta
AVI Culinary Scholarship: Jessica Keefer
Frank B. Walter All-Scholastic Award:
Patrick Bonano
Advanced Placement Testing Recognition:
Patrick Bonano, Rachel Franks, Harley Mash,
Chloe Tennant, CieraWest, Steven Young
Medical Mutual of Ohio Scholarship: Holly Adams
Recognition of National Honor Society Members/
Officers: Patrick Bonano, James Barrows, Alexis
Gricar, Leanne Riedthaler, Chloe Tennant
English Department/Robert Buyers Award:
Chloe Tennant
Student Council Scholarships:
Alexis Gricar, Chloe Tennant
American Red Cross Scholarship: Alexis Gricar
Math Department/Pauline Jennings Kent Award:
Patrick Bonano
OHSAA Archie Griffin Sportsmanship Award:
Joseph Ponzani
Varsity Letter Award: Alexis Gricar, David Monturi,
Rachel Thomeier
Senior Male/Female Athletes of the Year:
David Monturi, Carly Palgut, Mariah Porter
David R. Tanski Scholarship: Rachel Thomeier
Goldstein Interscholastic Achievement Award:
Trevor Tucker
Community Service Awards: Jennifer Cain,
Michael Carroll, Emerson Davis, Matthew Dayton,
Sarah Foster, Rachel Franks, Alexis Gricar, Anthony
Kosta, David Lesco, Chantrell Lewis, Harley Mash,
Emily McCafferty, Logan Molnar, Carly Palgut,
Chris Power, Leanne. Riedthaler
Recognition of Senior Class Officers:
Holly Adams, Chantrell Lewis, Taryn Kocher,
Logan Molnar, Chris Power
Recognition of College Tech Prey: Shannon
Abraham, Jessica Allen, Michael Carroll Megan
Dzomba, Josh Erich, Louin Green, Thomas Klein,
Zach Lundberg, David Monturi, Noah Nunes,
Jigar Patel, Maria Piazza, Joe Ponzani, Marcus
Salibellas, Ashley Schneider, Alex Shrewsbury,
Courtney Stillings
Ohio Honor Diplomas: Abigail Allen, James
Barrows, Patrick Bonano, Neil Burkett, Rachel
Franks, Alexis Gricar, Samantha Koster, Lauren
Leili, Harley Mash, Miranda Moulton, Jessica Richter,
Leanne Riedthaler, Megan Scarinzi, Brooke Sheredy,
Angela Somody, Chloe Tennant, Rachel Thomeier,
Steven Young
Phi Beta Kappa Award: Patrick Bonano
National Merit Commendation: Chloe Tennant
Silver Honor Cords: Jessica Allen, Kelly Foster,
Sarah Foster, Michaela Gamiere, Mackenzie
Gardner, Gaston Gosselin, Jessica Keefer, Michael
Kehn, Thomas Klein, Taryn Kocher, Anthony
Kosta, Christopher LaPaglia, Emily McCafferty,
Shannon McClaughlin, Elmedina Memic, Logan
Molnar, David Monturi, Valerie Moore, Maria
Piazza, Joseph Ponzani, Mariah Porter, Kurt Schmidt,
Nikita Shah, Alexander Shrewsbury
Gold Honor Cords: Holly Adams, Abigail Allen,
James Barrows, Patrick Bonano, Neil Burkett,
Michael Carroll, Rachel Franks, Alexis Gricar,
Samantha Koster, Lauren Leili, Chantrell Lewis,
Karah Lombardo, Harley Mash, Miranda Moulton
Carly Palgut, Abby Picciano, Jessica Richter, Leanne
Riedthaler, Megan Scarinzi, Emily Sestokas, Brooke
Sheredy, Angela Somody, Chloe Tennant, Rachel
Thomeier, Thomas Trefzger, Trevor Tucker, Hannah
Wagner, Mackenzie Ward, Ciera West, Steven Young
Valedictorian
Patrick Eugene Bonano
Salutatorian
Chloe Elise Tennant
Senior Class Officers
Presidents
Chantrell Monique Lewis
Christopher Mathew Power
Vice President
Logan Alexandra Molnar
Secretary
Holly Catherine Adams
Honor Student Awards (Top Ten) —
1. (Valedictorian) Patrick Bonano
2. (Salutatorian) Chloe Tennant
3. James Barrows
4. Rachel Franks
5. Abigail Allen
6. Lauren Leili
7. Steven Young
8. Alexis Gricar
9. Brook Sheredy
10. Leanne Riedthaler
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Abigail Allen - Gannon University
James Barrows - Bowling Green State University
Patrick Bonano - Case Western Reserve University
Neil Burkett - John Carroll University
Kelly Foster - Wright State University
Mackenzie Gardner - Ohio University
Taryn Kocher - University of Mount Union
Samantha Koster - Cleveland State University
Nicholas Lanese - John Carroll University
Christopher LaPaglia - John Carroll University
Lauren Leili - Lakeland Community College
Chantrell Lewis Kent State University
Harley Mash - Baldwin-Wallace University
Emily McCafferty - Bryant and Stratton College
Shannon McLaughlin Ohio University
Logan Molnar - Eastern Michigan University
Miranda Moulton - Eastern Michigan University
Carly Palgut - Hiram College
Taylor Payton-Drake - Marietta College
Nicole Peters - Notre Dame College
Tiontay Phillips - Notre Dame College
Mariah Porter – Cuyahoga Community College
Jessica Richter - The University of Akron
Leanne Riedthaler - Cleveland State University
Kurt Schmidt - University of Toledo
Angela Somody - Ohio University
Chloe Tennant - The University of Akron
Rachel Thomeier - Notre Dame College
Thomas Trefzger Cleveland State University
Trevor Tucker - Capital University
Hannah Wagner - Kent State University
Mackenzie Ward - University of South Florida
Ciera West - Kent State University
Steven Young - The University of Akron
WES SCHOOL YEAR ENDS WITH KINDNESS AND MORE
By Diane Wieland, Principal Wickliffe Elementary School
The excitement of the approaching summer vacation
filled the air in the final weeks
of the 2014-2015 school year at
Wickliffe Elementary School.
Although thoughts of Coulby Park
Pool, t-ball, the Library reading
program and sleeping in were on
everyone’s mind, there was plenty
of activity to close the school year.
The week of May 18 featured
the annual WES Kindness Spirit
Week. Planned annually by staff
Students at WES enjoy lunch with WMS Kindness Ambas- advisors Mrs. Kristi Silvestro
sadors and new friends at “Mix It Up” lunch day during and Ms. Sandy Sawyer, the
third and fourth grade Kindness
Kindness Spirit Week.
Ambassadors celebrated a successful school year with a number of themed events to spotlight ways to show kindness to others.
In addition to the “crazy hair,” “wacky hats,” and “mismatch” days, the students collaborated with
the Kindness Ambassadors at Wickliffe Middle School for the favorite event of the week, the
“Mix-it-up Lunch” day. Ambassadors from WMS joined our WES Ambassadors during the three
lunch periods as students ate lunch and made new friends with their peers from other classes.
Kindness Spirit Week was developed at WES by Ms. Sawyer and Mrs. Silvestro as an extension of the Kindness Ambassador program. Students apply to be Ambassadors by a written essay
and meet as a group throughout the school year to plan activities and promote messages of kindness throughout the school.
In other year-end events, we bid farewell to our fourth grade students at the annual Fourth
Grade Celebration. Prior to their send-off, the fourth graders participated in Career Day, hearing
about careers in fire safety, training of service canines and more. Families of third graders learned
about many notable scientists at the Third Grade Famous Scientist Wax Museum in late May.
And all students enjoyed the “Grand Slam Science” travelling exhibit from the Carnegie Science
Museum in Pittsburgh as well as the year-ending Field Day and WickChallenge events which
promote teamwork and acknowledge the positive choices that students make at school throughout
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the school year.
The WES staff hopes everyone enjoys the
summer break and looks forward to welcoming our learners back on August 18.
Mrs. Dugan and her second grade students celebrated Wacky Hat day as part
of Kindness Spirit Week at WES. Students
took their “hats off to kindness” during
this annual event.
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