Drake Doings
11/13/2015 Weekly Update
dRAKE STUDENTS STAR IN DISTRICT VIDEO
Mr. Ryba releases a new version of his video showcase every Monday. Click below to watch the 11/9/15 version of "60 Seconds with the Superintendent".
D.A.R.E. Role Models
veterans' day celebration
The Drake Veterans' Day celebration is an all-day series of activities, all focused on thanking the Veterans who have served our country. Fifty Nine veterans, all family members in the Drake community, honored the school by visiting on Wednesday. The day started with a breakfast for Veterans, provided by the local Brownie Troop and our PTA. Ater their breakfast, the honored Veterans visited individual classrooms. Then there was an assembly in which our students performed and the Veterans were individually recognized. Finally, the day concluded with a "Best Bootcamp Behavior" contest. Special thanks to Drake's Music Teach, Mrs. Gonczy, for organizing the many people and events that made Drake's Veterans' Day celebration special.
Drake Chess Club?
BREAKING NEWS!! In just 24 hours, there has been enough response to announce that Chess Club WILL happen. The first meeting will be next Wednesday, November 18th! Make sure to send in the permission slip!
paperless grade cards
Drake's new school psychologist
You may not be aware of the fact that some district school psychologist assignments were changed for this school year. The Drake community welcomes Mr. Nic Maier. That's pronounced like Meyer. Nic has served the district for years at the high school level. He now spends two days a week at Drake. Generally those days are Thursday and Friday. As school psychologist. Mr. Maier is a resource for all special education students and staff. But he helps anyone who needs it. If you have concerns about your student, start with the classroom teacher. But keep in mind that many compassionate and insightful support staff are available to help. Welcome Mr. Maier!
November Events to Remember (and one in December too!):
NOVEMBER:
20 – Rockin at the Rec – Favorite Football Team
25-27 – No School – Thanksgiving Break
DECEMBER:
4 - D.A.R.E. Graduation Ceremony
Contact Information
Email: jmartin@scsmustangs.org
Website: http://www.strongnet.org/Domain/806
Location: 20566 Albion Rd. Strongsville, OH, 44149
Phone: (440)268-5444