Dear CCSD Families,

I hope 2022 is off to a good start for you – it’s hard to believe January is almost over. Starting a new calendar year is a great time to set new resolutions and goals that will set you and your students up for a successful school year. We encourage our students to utilize all the resources at CCSD to help them achieve their academic and personal growth goals.  
 
As enrollment periods begin for next school year, it’s also a great time to highlight the unique offerings at CCSD that make our district a great place for your students. This decision is especially important for students transitioning from private school or just starting their education journey. Our unique extracurricular options, robust STEM program and integrated mental health support services cultivate an environment where our students can grow in all aspects of their education and life.  
 
We’re excited to continue growing as a district this year and can’t wait to see what our amazing students accomplish. Read further to learn more about what our district has been up to this month.   

Sincerely,

Debbie Swinehart
Superintendent 
DISTRICT NEWS
Check Out Our Updated Website 
Have you seen our website recently? We’ve made improvements to the site navigation and content, including a new video on the homepage. Do you see anyone you know? Check it out at https://www.ccsd.us/.  
Student & Family Wellness Updates 
CCSD social worker Leslie Hamman is launching a new blog series on the CCSD website! Each month, she will share insights on how CCSD programming helps to support the well-being of the families in our district. Catch up on her blogs so far: 
Benefits of Group Therapy: Read more about the positive effects of group therapy and how it’s being implemented at CCSD. 
The Parent Café: Parenting is one of the hardest and most important jobs anyone can do. Learn more about how CCSD is supporting parents in the district. 
GRANDfamilies Support Group: Grandparents and other relatives raising the children of loved ones can also take part in a specialized support group at CCSD this year. 

To learn more about these or other wellness initiatives in the district, contact District Social Worker Leslie Hamman, MSW, LSW for more information at 740-775-4250 ext.16172 or email leslie.hamman@ccsd.us.  
Meet Scott Bartholomew, CHS Head Football Coach  
Coach Scott Bartholomew is not new to the game of football – he’s coached high school football in some capacity for 25 years. After some time away, he’s back in the game to lead the Cavalier football team in 2022. Read more on our blog about his plans for this fall.
Leaders Grow Readers Program 
Part of our curriculum includes collaborating with community members. In our Leaders Grow Readers program, local leaders are reading books for students to watch online at any time. The series kicks off with Dr. John Gabis, Medical Director of Community Partnerships at Adena Health System, reading Knuffle Bunny.
IMPORTANT DATES
  • February 9: OMEA Orchestra Preview Concert
  • February 14: ChilliChoirs Valentine's Fundraiser
  • February 21: President's Day (No School)
  • February 24: CCSD Student Parent Teacher Conferences
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