Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools is in the beginning stages of planning and executing a vision and design process that will help guide the district into the future.
Community Asked to Complete Online Survey
Chagrin Falls Exempted Village Schools is in the beginning stages of planning and executing a vision and design process that will help guide the district into the future. This plan will become known as “Destination 2023” and will drive our work. Excellence in public education is achieved when the school understands and delivers an educational experience desired by the local community. Therefore, the district is asking all residents to complete an online survey to share their thoughts on our current performance and expectations moving forward. The survey link is on the homepage of the district website at www.chagrinschools.org. Look for the words “Destination 2023.”
“The feedback of the community is important to Chagrin Falls Schools,” said Superintendent Robert Hunt. “With the community’s input, we will be identifying the qualities and expectations that will best prepare our students in becoming successful members of a 21st century society.”
The community is asked to complete the survey by May 31.
Stock Market Game Winners
Three students from Chagrin Falls High School (CFHS) were the first team in the school’s history to win first place in the Ohio Stock Market Game.
The Stock Market Game is a product of the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) Foundation, which is an independent educational organization dedicated to fostering student knowledge of financial markets. They have served 17 million students since their inception in 1977. The Stock Market Game is an online simulation of global capital markets. Students in grades 4-12 may participate to gain exposure to the world of economics, investing and personal finance.
The overall goal of the program is to create a fundamental understanding of investing while providing students with real-world skills. It also strengthens their understanding of math, English, arts, economics, social studies and other school subjects.
The Stock Market Game was a part of the marketing and financial literacy class that ran for 12 weeks during the semester. There were 17 teams from the business class that competed against 400 other teams in the state of Ohio. Each team was given a theoretical $100,000 to invest and build their portfolio. Winning team members Juniors Stephen Rust and Mitchell Gravely along with sophomore Robert Schron received gift cards and certificates for their efforts. In addition to the first-place win, Chagrin Falls also had teams place in 10th and 25th in the state.
CFHS to Live Stream Home Games
Loyal fans will now be able to watch all Chagrin Falls High School (CFHS) regular season home athletic events. Two automated cameras have been installed at Harris Stadium and Quesinberry Gym to track game footage and live stream games.
The camera system is called Pixelott and is purchased through the National Federation of State High School (NFHS) Associations Network. This network allows people to watch live high school sports across the country. The Chagrin Falls Booster Club purchased the systems to allow for parents, relatives and alumni to watch a game when they are unable to attend or do not live in the area.
An added feature of the system is that the teams can watch the footage and analyze their game play. The stadium camera is already up and running and is currently live streaming home lacrosse games.
To subscribe to watch the events, CFHS sports fans can visithttps://www.nfhsnetwork.com/and then select Chagrin Falls High School. They can opt to get a monthly, seasonal or yearly pass. Subscriptions start at $9.95 a month and a portion of the sales go to the athletic department. Please note that playoff home games might not be broadcast.
CFMS Students of the Month
The Student of the Month award at Chagrin Falls Middle School acknowledges students for their outstanding performance and rewards them for their efforts. The students were chosen by seventh- and eighth-grade teams to be a “Tiger of the Month.” These students exemplify the Tiger Techniques of: Think, Integrity, Grit, Effort, and Responsibility.
April’s Tigers of the Month were Elena Goodwin, Tommy Brennan, Cece Mergenhagen and Bode Freese.
Seventh-grader Elena Goodwin is a leader who is prepared for classes, clubs and sports alike. She is a leader in the building and always has a positive attitude and growth mindset. She is a positive influence and offers thoughtful and probative comments and questions to help lead a group during group projects. Her work is neat and on time and is supported by factual detail. She is the go-to resource during labs and is diligent, respectful, and kind to others. She brings her A-game to the seventh-grade choir and is ready for rehearsal and leads the soprano section. She is an overall amazing human who is equally talented as a singer.
Tommy Brennan is a seventh-grader who makes insightful observations and leads intense discussions with his team and in Socratic seminars. He is polite and is always ready to give his best. He has made great progress in English language arts and is a diligent student. He is a good example for other students to follow in band and throughout all his other classes. He offers thoughtful comments to help lead any group during team projects. His work is complete with factual detail and he is considerate and kind. His knowledge base and interest level in science is used often and he is a wonderful participant in social studies. Outside of the classroom, Tommy is an asset to the Speech and Debate Team and Mock Trial team.
Eighth-grader Cece Mergenhagen is a hard worker who wants to learn all she can from each lesson. She is diligent, kind, and appreciative of others. She works to the best of her ability in social studies and has a positive attitude in English. Cece is a polite and respectful student who works hard in every class, is a great work partner to her peers and always thanks teachers at the end of class. She makes each class an environment where people are kind to one another and is a model of a student who is ready to learn.
Bode Freese is an eighth-grader who always comes prepared to orchestra rehearsals with a positive attitude. His viola playing has greatly improved this year. Bode excels in choir and is a joy to work with. He is continually improving as a musician and a singer. He is observant and in tune with what is going on around him. He is good humored, patient, and always works hard. He is a great classmate in English and comes to each class with high quality work. When working with his peers he is kind and academically talented. Overall, students enjoy working with him and appreciate his contributions to the group.
Schools Raise Funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Gurney Elementary School raised its highest total ever for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society with $10,705.69. Their “Pennies for Patients Campaign” was a huge success due to the help from students, parents, grandparents and other family and community members. Another key player in the fundraising goal were the many Gurney teachers and staff members.
The Gurney Service Learning Club came in early to school to count donations. Teacher Charmayne Zdolshek helped coordinate the campaign and her students picked up and returned the classroom donation boxes every morning. Teacher Kelly Purcell motivated her class by promising a silly string party if they reached $200.
Teachers Justin Wise, Lisa Dugach and Dayna Vilk promised and delivered red hair, rainbow hair and blue hair, respectively, after the school reached $6,000. Teacher Ben Rose followed suit with the hair trend by promising a rose-colored mohawk after the school reached $8,000. Custodian Shawn Carlson also promised a mohawk after the $8,000 mark.
Teacher Mary Czerr and Principal Rachel Jones dressed up in silly costumes during arrival and dismissal if the $8,000 goal was reached. Guidance counselor Dale Tschappat was instrumental in his annual organizing of a highly successful fundraiser. Gurney Elementary has raised approximately $60,000 over the years the school has participated in Pennies for Patients.
At Chagrin Falls Intermediate School, the school’s “Pasta for Pennies” fundraiser to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society raised more than $4,000. Katherine Owen’s sixth-grade class won a lunch catered by the Olive Garden for raising the most money. Second place won a pizza lunch sponsored by Dominos Pizza. PAWS and Student Council sponsored a Spirit Week to encourage awareness and involvement. Daily themes included Mustache Monday, Disguise Day, Beach Day, Crazy Hair Day and Color Wars.
FOX8 News came to Gurney to interview teachers and staff. The story can be viewed here: https://fox8.com/2019/04/12/pennies-for-patients-local-elementary-students-raise-10000-for-cancer-research/
“Alice in Wonderland the Musical”
“Alice in Wonderland – The Musical” will be presented by Chagrin Falls Community Ed’s Showtime Junior program for students currently in grades 2-5. Directed by retired music teacher Patricia Haynish, the cast of almost 60 students will perform on May 17 at 7 p.m. and May 18 at 2 p.m. at Gurney Elementary School.
Come and see all your favorite characters including: Alice, the White Rabbit, the King and Queen of Hearts,Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee, the Cheshire Cat, the Madhatter, the March Hare and many more. Assisting with this fully staged production are Intermediate School teacher Kathy Ohlrich and Gurney Elementary music teacher Patrice Voto.
Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and will be available at the door.
For more information please contact Chagrin Falls Community Education at 440-247-5375.
