Cardinal Schools

October 13, 2016 by Staff Report

Vocabulary Competition

Sixth-grade students in Mr. Sherman’s classes recently engaged in a little friendly vocabulary competition using the Quizlet.live software program. Quizlet.live generates digital flashcards and students use them and work together to answer quiz questions Mr. Sherman has created based on recent vocabulary lessons.

Students are “competing” against the other groups in the class, but the application encourages accuracy over speed since those who get a question wrong have to start the quiz over from the beginning. Quizet.live then allows Mr. Sherman to view the answers, and as a result, he can shift the lesson so the appropriate reviews can take place where they’re needed and in the groups they’re needed.

“It makes a whole new classroom dynamic,” says Mr. Sherman. “I see my students’ engagement rise.  A lot of my students now practice the review game beforehand so they can win. I haven’t ask my students to share their feedback on the tool with me, but I have yet to meet a student who doesn’t love it.”

Junior Sets School Record

Cardinal junior Jacob R. has made school history. Jacob set a new school record with eight goals in the Huskies’ 12-2 win at Grand Valley on Sept. 29. The feat also ties him for seventh in Ohio High School Athletic Association history for goals scored in a single game.

“Jake was as aggressive as he has ever been,” said Cardinal coach Mike Topalian. “He was very patient and waited for his shots. He found open spaces to work in and his touches were outstanding tonight. I’m very proud of him. He has improved so much from last season.”

Congratulations, Jacob.

R+L Carriers Pulls Into CMS

R+L Carriers pulled their Hometown Hauler into Cardinal Middle School on Sept. 30 for a hometown showcase. Throughout the day, all middle school students were able to tour the R+L hauler and learn about the different careers the carrier offers.

Inside the hauler, students were able to look around, do digital driving simulations, honk the horn and participate in a scavenger hunt to win prizes. R+L also set up a family-friendly tailgate prior to the varsity football game at Richard A. Moss field that night to allow members of the community to come in and take a look at the hauler and play games to win prizes.

R+L donated $2,250 to the district for scholarships and athletics and presented the Hometown Achievement Award to CHS senior Megan T. for her sportsmanship, character and commitment to community. Thank you, R+L Carriers.

Player Of The Week

Congratulations to senior Trent M. on being named Ward’s Lawn Care and Landscape Player of the Week for the week of Sept. 19. Trent scored four goals, including a game winner at Newbury with less than 10 seconds to play, and recorded three assists for the Huskies.

Coach Topalian says, “Trent led the Cardinal Huskies during a demanding week of three games in three days. As captain, Trent provided the leadership on and off the field to lead the Huskies to two wins in three days, including two late road games. Even though exhausted, Trent took control of the ball at midfield with 10 seconds to go in a tie game at Newbury. His long range shot found the net with five seconds left in a thrilling, gutsy win. He is a great example of a successful student athlete. Trent participates in band, wrestling and baseball as well. He has a never give up attitude and is a tough competitor in all he does. Trent is an outstanding role model for his young Huskie teammates.”

 CMS Paw Pride Winners

Congratulations to the Cardinal Middle School Huskie Pride winners at for the week ending Sept. 20: fifth-graders Clayton C. and Dixie M; sixth-graders Josh S. and Noreen B.; seventh-graders Lindsay H. and Blake R.; and eighth-graders Sara K. and Dylan F. Keep up the great work.

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Sixth-graders use the Quizlet.live software application to practice vocabulary lessons in Mr. Sherman’s class.

Cardinal junior Jacob R. (24) scored a record eight goals during a recent soccer match with Grand Valley. The feat is a new Cardinal Schools record and ties him for seventh in OHSAA history for goals scored in a single game. [Photo Courtesy: Steve Hare]

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Seventh-grader Jordan R. reacts after blowing the horn on the R+L Carriers Hometown Hauler. The company visited CMS to give students insight on careers with the carrier.

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R+L Carriers sets up their Hometown Showcase at Cardinal Middle School on Sept. 30. The company hauler was available for students to tour to learn more about career opportunities.