September News Strongsville H.S.
September 2016
Serpentini Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
In this Month's Edition
- Parent Information Meeting: Ohio Graduation Requirements (9th -11th Graders Only)
- Honoring Excellence in the Class of 2016
- From the Desk of Mr. Smithberger
- Four SHS Students Advance to Believe in Ohio State Competition
- Important Dates for Seniors
- Final Exam Schedule (9th - 11th graders) and FAQs
- Summer School Information
- September's Featured Staff Member: Mrs. Carol McKnight
- Wellness Focus: Preparing for Final Exams
- Upcoming May Events
State Graduation Requirement Meetings (Parents of 9th - 11th Graders)
Parent Information Meeting: Ohio Graduation Requirements
(9th -11th Graders Only)
Tuesday, October 4th
or
Wednesday, October 12th
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM in the Little Theater (Room 122)
After Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 4th and 12th, guidance and administration will host a information meeting for parents of 9th - 11th graders about Ohio's new graduation requirements. Along with information about Ohio's graduation pathways, parents will learn information about the state tests students took last spring and their impact on students' graduation progress.
The presentations will include information about:
- Ohio's new graduation pathways
- state testing
- Interpreting your child's state test results
- State testing retake schedule
- Spring ACT testing for all Juniors
PSAT Registration is Open
The PSAT/NMSQT test will take place at Strongsville High School on October 19th. Students taking this test will gain knowledge about college readiness, including free test preparation through Khan Academy, as well as potentially qualify for scholarships through a variety of organizations.
Online registration is now available at www.TotalRegistration.net/PSAT/364855
For more information on the PSAT or the National Merit Scholarship Program, including study resources, please check out the links below.
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/inside-the-test
http://www.nationalmerit.org/s/1758/images/gid2/editor_documents/student_guide.pdf
From the Desk of Mr. Smithberger
September's Featured Staff Member: Mrs. Carol McKnight
Education/Training:
B.S. Applied Science - Miami University
M. Ed. Baldwin-Wallace University
Years at SHS: 14
Family: I've been married for 21 years. I have a step-daughter who lives in Washington D.C., and I have a step-son who lives in Lakewood.
Additional SHS Contributions: Department Chair - Language Arts
Why did you decide to be a teacher? I worked in the telecommunications industry before I became a teacher. I was ready for a career change, and I had a particular interest in working with young people who struggled with reading and writing.
What do you like best about working at SHS? I love to see students reach their potential. It's a rewarding experience unlike anything you can achieve in any other career.
What might students be surprised to learn about you? I spent three years in the marching band at J.F. Rhodes High School. This explains why I will always buy candy bars and pumpkin rolls from music students at SHS.
Thank you, Mrs. McKnight, for all you do to make SHS a great school!
Homecoming Information
Strongsville High School
Email: shsnewsletter@scsmustangs.org
Website: strongnet.com/hs
Location: 20025 Lunn Road, Strongsville, OH, United States
Phone: (440) 572-7100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Strongsville-High-School-157434894297192
Twitter: @StrongsvilleHS