"Love is the greatest gift we can give to one another." ~ Lailah Gifty Akita
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KMS UPDATE
There are many variables that go into determining when students and staff will return to the middle school. The majority of roofing project has been completed with punch list items currently being addressed.
The energy conservation lighting project has been finished. A full cleaning of the building is underway. The next step will be the testing for
volatile organic compounds (VOC), airborne fungi and airborne fibers. As we await the findings of the testing, we continue to work on the transition plan with our administrators and teachers and will share the details as they become available.
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TIMMONS KICKS OFF ONE SCHOOL ONE BOOK
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The 2017 One School, One Book selection,
Flora and Ulysses
, by Kate DiCamillo, was revealed to Timmons Elementary Students in November complete with a drumline greeting, a creatively decorated building and a special delivery containing a copy of the book for each student. This program, in its ninth year, is like a giant book club, where everyone is reading or listening to the same book, participating in shared activities, and developing a love of reading. This initiative is supported by the Timmons PTO and Chagrin Valley Rotary Club.
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TIMMONS ELEMENTARY:
As part of Integrating Technology, Mr. Josh Timmons demonstrated to third grade teachers how to utilize technology such as Google My Maps, to incorporate into students upcoming International Festival projects.
KENSTON INTERMEDIATE:
Kenston Intermediate School fifth graders are taking marketing of their own product and business to a new level. They are utilizing the green screen in Tech Lab to create a commercial that they wrote in English Language Arts.
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KMS 8th GRADE CAREER AWARENESS DAY
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Kenston Middle School is working with the Geauga Growth Partnership Youth Workforce Development Program to help students create an awareness about diverse job/career options and preparation needed to select an educational path required for particular occupations.
On November 30th, half of the 8th grade students attended an all day field trip where they spent time with
Mar-Bal Inc., University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, Arborwear, Company 119, Hess Engineering, R43Limited, Tarkett Contract, and Geauga Park District.
The next group of 8th grade students will be taking their field trip early in December.
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As part of the Career Speaker Series, Kenston, Inc. hosted an event focused on careers in Public Service at KHS on November 29. Students heard from a panel of speakers, participated in a Q&A, and had opportunities to network with professionals in the field.
Watch the video to hear feedback on the series from students.
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COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS PROGRAM
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As students prepare for their futures, one of the skills that they need to master is the interview. The interview can open the door to new opportunities whether for a summer job, college admission, scholarships or future career. Forty-eight twelfth graders in Mrs. Jeanette DiBernardo’s Senior Seminar class had the chance to participate in an Interviewing and Soft Skills Clinic with Tim McDonough, Vice President of Global Brand Marketing at Moen, and Danielle Hart, Human Resources at Moen, before each having a 10-15 minute interview with one of 10 local Human Resource professionals. Advice offered in the clinic included creating and showcasing your Personal Brand by:
- Preparing (research the company and interviewer)
- Mastering the first impression (firm handshake, direct look in the eyes)
- Dressing the part
- Preparing your 30 second elevator speech
- Giving examples
- Displaying your unique personality
- Being prepared to ask questions
- Being memorable
- Following up immediately (personal notes make an impact)
For many of the students, this was their first opportunity to have a formal interview. Grace Cannon said, “It was not as intimidating as I was expecting. By smiling and being genuine, I felt successful and appreciated the feedback that was shared with me. A good tip was the importance of following up with a personal note, not just an email to stand out from others.” While daunting at first, it was a great introduction to a skill that all students need in the future. Kenston recognizes the importance of Soft Skills and College and Career Readiness as we work to incorporate more career connections in the school day.
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ALL-NATIONAL HONOR ENSEMBLES
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Ryan Kohn (Bass), Georgeanna Oxford (Soprano), and
Billy Glime (Tenor),
of the Kenston High School Choir
received the high honor of joining the "best of the best" for the National Association for Music Education's 2017 All-National Honor Ensembles.
They were three of only eight vocalists chosen from Ohio to join the 281 mixed choir . This past week, Kenston Choir Director, Julie Green, joined them in Orlando, Florida at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort for this educational experience.
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CELEBRATE THE SOUNDS OF THE SEASON
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Can’t make it to this year’s KHS Holiday Concert? Visit the Watch our Live Stream Broadcast, on Sunday, December 17, 2:30pm
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WINTER SPORTS SEASON HAS BEGUN
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Good luck to our Winter student athletes and coaches as they kick off their seasons. To find schedules and catch up on results as the season progresses, be sure to view our
website
or follow your teams on Twitter @KHSBomberSports.
- Bowling
- Boys Basketball @kenstonhoops
- Girls Basketball
- Gymnastics
- Hockey (promotional calendar) @kenstonhockey
- Swim & Dive @kenstonswimdive
- Wrestling @kenstonwrestle
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Thank you to everyone who supported the 2017 Kenston Bomber Bash! The students stayed up all night in support of "A Kid Again" charity and it looks like they had a pretty great time doing it.
Over $19,000 was raised to help kids who did not get the opportunity to have a normal childhood due to hospitalization.
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The KHS Food Drive is underway as students are bringing in toiletries, non-perishable foods, and cleaning products to support the Bainbridge Food for Friends food pantry. The items will be collected and kept in first block classes through December 15th.
Donation item examples:
- Non-Perishable Food: Baby food, Granola, Dry Oatmeal, Canned Foods, Canned Meats, Canned Beans, (High Protein) Peanut Butter
- Toiletries: Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Shampoo/Conditioner, Shower Gel, Bars of Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Deodorant
- Cleaning Products: Dish Soap, Laundry Detergent, Disinfecting Wipes, Clean towels
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63rd ANNUAL HUMANITARIAN AWARD DINNER
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Six Kenston High School Student Ambassadors attended the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio's Humanitarian Award Dinner on Thursday, November 30. Student Ambassadors are leaders within their own schools and communities who share a passion for building communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. As a guest of The Diversity Center, Student Ambassadors had the opportunity to network with professionals from Northeast Ohio and provide feedback regarding the value and impact The Diversity Center has had on them personally and within their schools.
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Saturday, Dec. 2 — Silver Bells Holiday Boutique
Personalization on sweatshirts will be available for a small fee and will be delivered before Winter break.
Wednesday, Dec. 6 Girls JV/Varsity Basketball Game @ KHS 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Thursday, Dec. 7 KMS 7th/8th Grade Band Concert @ KHS 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Friday, Dec. 8 Boys JV/Varsity Basketball Game @ KHS 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Monday, Dec. 11 KMS 7th/8th Grade Choral Concert @ KHS 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Tuesday, Dec. 12 Boys JV/Varsity Basketball Game @ KHS 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Thursday, Dec. 14 KMS 6th Grade Choral/Band Concert @ KHS 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Sunday, Dec. 17 KHS Holiday Concert @ KHS 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Stay up-to-date on all things “Bomber Hangar” by following us on:
Twitter: @Bomber_Hangar
Facebook: The Bomber Hangar
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This month we'd like to recognize 2011 Kenston graduate Megan Sulc, who received a nomination for Nurse of the Year in Ohio by March of Dimes.
In addition to being a nurse at UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, she is a clinical instructor for undergraduates at Case Western Reserve University where she is also working toward a dual Master's Degree as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
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SILVER BELLS HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE THIS SATURDAY!
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Kenston High School Parent Teacher Organization is hosting the Silver Bells Boutique on Saturday, December 2 from 9am – 4pm at Kenston High School, 9500 Bainbridge Road. The show will feature over 75 unique local vendors, junior craft vendors, cookie sale and raffle prizes.
This fundraiser supports Kenston AfterProm and other PTO programs.
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UPCOMING BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS
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Work Session - Monday, December 4th - BOE - 7pm
Regular Meeting - Monday, December 18th - TES - 7pm
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Kenston Local Schools |
www.kenstonlocal.org l e-communication@kenstonapps.org
17419 Snyder Rd, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 l 440-543-9677
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