BCSD Magazine | July 2019

A publication for Alumni, Parents & Friends of the Berea City School District

July 2019

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WHAT'S FOR

LUNCH? SPRUCING UP MENUS AND KEEPING IT HEALTHY

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The Berea City School District is a diverse community dedicated to inspiring lives of

character, learning, leadership, and service.

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contents Board of Education Ana Chapman President

Cori Farris

Vice President

Steve Dockman Jeffrey Duke Neal Postel District Administration Michael Sheppard Superintendent

Jill Rowe

Treasurer/CFO

Jeffrey Grosse

Assistant Superintendent

Lori Bobincheck

Director of Pupil Services

Cristina Carosielli

Director of Marketing & Community Relations

Karen Frimel

Director of Academic Affairs

Kevin Jaynes

Director of Information Technology

Jason Niedermeyer

Director of Academic Affairs

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TEN WAYS TO GET MORE INVOLVED HOMECOMING: ONCE A BRAVE, NOW A TITAN Berea City Schools welcomes back Mike Draves

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CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2019

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BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS Important dates for the 2019-20 school year

ANNUAL DISTRICT ART SHOW

Student artwork celebration

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TITANS BOLT AWARD

Learn about some of our outstanding students across the district

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27TH ANNUAL DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI HALL OF FAME

Michael Slivochka Director of Personnel

Building Principals Nick Discenza

Berea-Midpark Middle School

Teri Grimm

Grindstone Elementary School

Joseph Kornick Snow School

Mike Kostyack

Brook Park Memorial Elementary School

Katie Rolland

Big Creek Elementary School

Vincenzo Ruggiero

Berea-Midpark High School

COVER STORY SPRUCING UP MENUS AND KEEPING IT HEALTHY

Find out what is on your child's lunch tray

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Tracy Schneid

Brookview Elementary School

Berea City School District 390 Fair Street Berea, Ohio 44017 216-898-8300 www.berea.k12.oh.us

Learn how BCSD's new superintendent plans to transition into the district

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Dear Alumni, Parents and Friends, It has been my pleasure to work for Berea City Schools for the past 29 years. I am continually impressed with the professionalism, integrity, and caring of Berea City School District staff members. I hold in high regard the relationships that I have developed throughout my career.

I have valued the opportunity to share in the successes of our district.

Mr. Michael Sheppard

Berea City Schools is experiencing positive growth and change. Our staff does an incredible job providing exciting learning environments for all of our students. I have always been proud of our student accomplishments, and excited to see our building projects progress.

I am confident that this growth will continue under new leadership and I look forward to watching as Berea continues to excel.

Superintendent

216-898-8300 x 6240 msheppard@berea.k12.oh.us

Sincerely,

Mike Sheppard Superintendent

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Teacher & Coach Administrative Intern Principal Personnel Director Assistant Superintendent Superintendent Thank you Mike Sheppard for 29 years.

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BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

CLASS OF 2019

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CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2019 Friends and family members gathered on June 4 for the ceremony to commemorate the accomplishments and achievements of the Class of 2019. The sixth Berea-Midpark High School commencement ceremony signified a milestone in the lives of the 453 graduates as they began the next stage of their lives.

Vincenzo Ruggiero, principal of Berea-Midpark High School, served as the master of ceremonies for the event.

He recognized the Berea Board of Education and all BCSD staff present, and thanked everyone for their tireless efforts in helping students achieve scholastic excellence.

The Class of 2019 has had many award-winning students this past school year. Their accomplishments have been recognized at the Academic Letter of Intent Signing program, the Senior Scholarship and Awards programs, and the Polaris Career Center Awards program. Many seniors received academic awards, class awards, participation awards, and scholarships totaling 5.6 million dollars. The number of overall honor students included: 64 Cum Laude (GPA of 3.500 to 3.849), 56 Magna Cum Laude (GPA of 3.850 to 4.249), and 24 Summa Cum Laude (GPA of 4.250). Of the 453 graduates, 7 students have joined the military, 7 percent will be at a two-year college or vocational school, and 36 percent are going on to a four-year college or university.

Mike Sheppard's final address as Superintendent offered students advice on rewarding moments and challenging times. "It's important that you take the time to enjoy those that are rewarding and learn from those that have presented challenges. Take the time to enjoy this moment. This night is what we have all been working for." He concluded with 4 simple ideas for students to consider. "One, be kind to others. We need more kind people in this world. Two, listen to others and appreciate what they say. You don't always have to be the one talking. Listen.

Three, spend as much time with the ones you love. Not through text, or Snapchat, or Instagram. In person. Four, it's ok if you have some dishes in the sink. Relax and enjoy life."

The Berea-Midpark High School symphonic singers gave a captivating performance of the song, "For Good" by composer Stephen Schwartz. Graduates Alyse Hancock-Phillips and Kydon Elam were featured as soloists during the performance.

Nicole Peterson

Senior Nicole Peterson expressed gratitude to the Berea-Midpark High School teachers.

"Thank you for being more than a teacher and creating relationships with each and every one of us, but most of all thank you for believing in our success." She advised her fellow students to make the most of their future. "Ahead of us awaits life, and ahead of us waits success. We may not have the power to inspire the entire world to strive for success, but we do have the power to try to achieve it ourselves."

"We finally did it, everyone!" said student Jackson Host during his student address. "Without a doubt, we've all faced hardships throughout these years. Without challenge, the diplomas we are receiving tonight would feel empty and unearned." Jackson urged students to always find purpose. "Purpose aimed at giving back to the community in any way, shape, or form. Purpose aimed at helping others in ways you wish others would have helped you. Purpose aimed at fulfilling your passions and expanding that passion to the people surrounding you. It is easy in high school to focus on ourselves, but the world is much bigger than us and the sooner we realize that, the better."

We look forward to where the future takes our Titans.

Best of luck to the Class of 2019!

Jackson Host

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Our graduates are going places!

Students from the Berea-Midpark High School Class of 2019 are attending:

Ashland University Baldwin Wallace University Bowling Green State University Capital University Case Western Reserve University Carnegie Mellon University Clemson University Cleveland State University Coastal Carolina University Columbia University Cuyahoga Community College Denison University Eastern Michigan University Ferris State University Gannon University Heidelberg University Hiram College Indiana Univeristy of Pennsylvania

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Indiana University Southeast John Carroll University Johnson and Wales University Providence Kent State University Malone University Marietta College Muskingum University Notre Dame College Norwich University Ohio Dominican University Ohio State University Ohio University Ohio Wesleyan University Otterbein University Pace University Princeton University Purdue University Sarah Lawrence College

Sullivan University University at Buffalo University of Akron University of Cincinnati University of Dayton University of Findlay University of Mount Union University of Toledo Walsh University Wright State University Xavier University Youngstown State University And more!

First Day of School for Elementary & Middle School• August 22 First Day of School for High School • See below schedule First Day of School for Kindergarten • August 29 Berea-Midpark High School

Schedules will be made available via Infinite Campus in mid-August Bus riders/transportation begins August 22

Big Creek Elementary School August 21

August 22 Grade 9 ONLY Orientation 7:20 a.m.-2:20 p.m.

August 23 ALL GRADES IN THE BUILDING

PARENT OPEN HOUSE for grades 9-12 parents August 26 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Grade 3 Parents Only Open House 6:30-8:00 p.m.

August 28

Grades 1 & 4 Parents Only Open House 6:30-8:00 p.m.

August 28

Kindergarten Orientation Students & Parents 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Freshman parent presentation in auditorium 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Berea-Midpark Middle School August 15 Schedule pick-up 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

August 20 Grade 5 Open House 7:00-8:00 p.m.

August 27 Grade 6 Open House 7:00-8:00 p.m.

August 28 Grade 7 Open House 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Sept. 5

Grade 8 Open House 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Conference Schedules Elementary November 4 | November 6 | February 24 Schools 4:00-7:45 p.m.

Middle November 13 | November 21 | February 12 & 20 Grades 7 & 8 All grades School Grades 5 & 6 3:45-7:15 p.m.

High September 19 | November 4 | February 20 School 3:15-7:00 p.m.

Grade 2 Students & Parents Open House 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Brook Park Memorial Elementary School August 28 Kindergarten Orientation 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Sept. 4

Open House/Curriculum Night 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Brookview Elementary School August 15 Grades K-4 Meet & Greet, Supply Drop Off 6:00-7:30 p.m.

August 28 Kindergarten Orientation 9:45-11:00 a.m.

Grindstone Elementary School August 19

Little Titans Day (K-4 Open House, Meet & Greet, Supply Drop Off) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

August 27 Kindergarten Orientation 9:30-11:30 a.m.

August 28 Kindergarten Orientation 9:30-11:30 a.m.

April 9 phone conferences 3:15-5:00 p.m. (only if needed)

Supply Lists:

www.berea.k12.oh.us/supplylists TM

Lunch Menus:

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Annual District Art Show Berea City School District’s Sixteenth Annual Student Art Show was held May 7-9 in the Student Activity Center at Baldwin Wallace University. The event attracted parents, students and community members. The show highlighted the district's art department and student creativity and expression. This year’s exhibit, “Words,” enabled visitors to observe the growth and development of students as the show included two- and three-dimensional works by K-12 artists. Hundreds of pieces of artwork were on display.

Reid Perry, of Berea-Midpark High School, was the featured artist and named Best in Show with his pencil on paper piece entitled, "Creature."

A wide variety of mediums represented in the show included, acrylic, watercolor, colored pencils, charcoal, marker, mixed media, tempera, chalk, clay and glazes, paper mache, and more.

This annual celebration of art is an opportunity for students to show their talents outside of school hallway displays.

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Briana Cates, the district’s new Nutrition Services supervisor, took on the challenge of balancing food guidelines with offering meal options students will enjoy.

The number one focus was to provide more fresh fruits and vegetables. Through new menu planning there was increase in nutrition quality resulting in increased meal participation and food sales. A second focus was to provide new, innovative, fresh and fun entrĂŠe concepts in order to get kids to try new foods and introduce them to different tastes.

Teaching kids what makes a meal was part of the challenge. She brought in a chef at no cost to the district to sample new foods.

Students were given a voice by being included in tastings. Brussel sprouts and falafel were favored as some of the new items.

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Lastly, staff were trained in new ways to create a meal and learned new recipes empowering them to expedite delicious and nutritious meals.

The implemented menu changes resulted in the district experiencing an increase in food sales.

When compared to last year’s food sales in the months March, April, and May, the district had a significant increase of approximately 25k in food sales. Although food cost goes up when nutrition quality is improved, the increase in sales numbers and revenue remains positive.

The nutrition services department is already preparing for the new high school and elementary school offerings. Plans for the new high school include many build-your-own concepts. A burger bar, mac and cheese bar, and salad bar just to name a few.

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WHAT IS ON YOUR CHILD'S TRAY? Lunch includes an entrÊe, grain, fruit, vegetable, and milk. Students are encouraged to take ½ cup fruit or vegetable. Here is a sampling of what was served this year.

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Elementary schools: Mozzarella sticks; PBJ/cheese/roll; cinnamon maple carrots; fresh fruit; fruit cup

Elementary schools: Chicken sandwich; yogurt/cheese/roll; celery sticks; baked beans; fresh fruit; juice

Middle school: Sweet and sour chicken; chicken sandwich; Italian chef salad; peas; broccoli with ranch; fresh fruit; fruit cup

Middle school: Macaroni and cheese with breadstick; chicken sandwich; popcorn chicken salad; broccoli; spinach side salad; fresh fruit; fruit cup

High school: General Tso chicken rice bowl; peas; broccoli with ranch; fresh fruit; fruit cup

High school: Mac and cheese bar; popcorn chicken or beef; garlic toast; broccoli; cucumbers and tomatoes; fresh fruit; fruit cup

WEDNESDAY Elementary schools: Meatball sub; PBJ/cheese/roll; corn; garden side salad; fresh fruit; fruit cup Middle school: Meatball sub; chicken sandwich; Italian chef salad; green beans; carrots with ranch; fresh fruit; fruit cup High school: Chicken fajita wrap; stir fry vegetable; corn; carrots with ranch; fresh fruit; fruit cup

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Elementary schools: Brunch for lunch waffles with sausage; popcorn chicken salad; tator tots; carrots, cucumbers, celery; fresh fruit; juice

Elementary schools: Mashed potato bowl; yogurt/cheese/roll; cucumber slices, fresh fruit, fruit cup

Middle school: BBQ pulled chicken or pork; chicken sandwich; popcorn chicken salad; baked beans; coleslaw; fresh fruit; fruit cup

Middle school: Chicken or cheese quesadilla; chicken sandwich; Italian chef salad; cucumbers and tomatoes; fresh fruit; fruit cup

High school: Spicy chicken sandwich or fish sandwich; cinnamon maple carrots; broccoli; fresh fruit; fruit cup

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The Berea City School District Board of Education approved Tracy Wheeler as the district’s next superintendent at its June 10th meeting.

Tracy obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education at The Ohio State University. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Cleveland State University and her Superintendent Licensure from Kent State University. During this time, she began her teaching career at Fairfax County Public Schools (Elementary) in Falls Church Virginia.

From there she moved back to Ohio and was hired by Mayfield City Schools as a Middle School ELA/Math Teacher. She then became the Gifted Coordinator/Gifted Intervention Specialist at South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools. She spent the last 16 years at Brunswick City Schools where she held the positions of Gifted Coordinator, Assistant High School Principal, High School Principal, and lastly Assistant Superintendent.

Tracy currently lives in Brunswick with her husband Derek. They are currently considering a move to the district. They have two sons. Kyle, 24, a law student at Cleveland-Marshall, and Ryan, 22, currently pursuing a degree in civil engineering at The Ohio State University.

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of Brunswick City Schools. She is known for implementing significant instructional change with clear learning targets and formative assessments in the classroom. She understands that accountability often takes difficult conversations.

She is not reluctant to have those conversations because her leadership is rooted in relationships.

She consistently seeks out student voice and solicits their input in many of the decisions that ultimately influence a student’s experience.

Tracy comes to the district with a one year plan to establish a culture of trust based on collaborative and productive relationships with the Berea City School District and the Berea, Brook Park, and Middleburg Heights communities. Her goals include: • Develop a general understanding of the Berea City School District’s culture, values, and beliefs • Establish a presence in the Berea, Brook Park, and Middleburg Heights communities to ensure confidence on behalf of all stakeholders • Be visible and approachable in the schools, at events, and in the communities • Examine the critical issues in the schools and communities, learn how they have been addressed, and identify ways to address them in the future • Begin to develop strategies and goals for district improvements

Tracy is excited to dive right in to all things BCSD even before her first contract day of August 1st.

She is starting her “Listening and Learning Tour” by spending the summer months attending community events, meeting with mayors, receiving updates from construction contractors, and will lead a summer book study for administrators.

She plans to meet with additional key stakeholders such as parents, PTAs, union leadership, booster groups, the Education Foundation, student leadership groups, and many more. She will review key BCSD documents, polices, and procedures; namely the district’s strategic plan, safety and security plans, 5-year forecast, academic data, board policy, student/staff handbooks, and negotiated contacts.

Tracy plans to collaborate with all central office directors to learn more about processes and programs and begin to find ways to provide support in order to enhance learning for all stakeholders. She wants to dig deep into what BCSD is doing and how the district is addressing the needs of the 32% economically disadvantaged.

She plans to ensure a balance of the arts, athletics, and academics so the social and emotional needs of students are met. She will explore creating multiple advisory groups involving students, parents, city officials, community members, and staff. These advisory groups will voice strengths, areas of desired growth, key concerns, and discuss ways to get involved.

After her tour, she will present a summary of her findings to the board, building leadership teams, and the BCSD administrative team. She will share what she finds to be the district’s strengths and needed areas of growth.

Moving forward from there, Tracy will set priorities and ensure they are aligned with the strategic plan. She plans to identify key opportunities for growth and potential for the district. She feels it is important to develop a positive relationship with the CFO and board of education. Tracy's motto, “Say what I am going to do and do what I say!”

AUGUST

First Day of School for

All Elementary Schools Berea-Midpark Middle School Back to School Schedule for

Berea-Midpark High School

Bus riders/transportation begins August 22

August 22

Grade 9 ONLY Orientation 7:20 a.m.–2:20 p.m.

August 23 ALL GRADES IN THE BUILDING

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PTA meetings are educational and informative. This is a great way to form greater connections with teachers and other parents. Check your school's website or newsletter for meeting dates and times.

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Attend a PTA Meeting

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Follow BCSD Social Media Accounts

All volunteers must complete a background check.

The district uses Infinite Campus information to keep parents informed with important and emergency information. If you have recently moved or changed phone numbers, please update your information.

Make sure Infinite Campus is always current

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Stay current with important information in an easy to read format to become more engaged in school activities.

There is always something going on at BCSD, including athletic events, band, vocal music, orchestra, and theater performances, fundraisers, student recognition, and award assemblies.

Parent-teacher conferences are a good way to meet your child's teacher and learn about your child's academic performance, as well as the teacher's expectations.

By attending, you're also sending a positive message to your child that school is important.

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Pay attention to public education matters in the news

Quality public education for all students affects everyone.

It’s essential for workforce development, the economy and the future of our state. The media reports on these issues frequently, so stop and take a look at how our schools are affected by legislation.

Attend a board meeting

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Attend evening and weekend events

Attend Parent-Teacher Conferences

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Read classroom and school newsletters

Your child's school and your family will benefit from your involvement. Plus, your message that school is important to your family will ring loud and clear to both your child and the school.

Be a partner to your child's school

Volunteer

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Board meetings are great way to stay informed regarding current matters in the district.

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Parent involvement is critical to the success of BCSD. Many events could not take place without the partnership between schools and families.

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Homecoming: Once a Brave, now a Titan

In addition to Tracy Wheeler taking the reins of superintendent this coming school year, a familiar face to many will be joining her as assistant superintendent. Mike Draves, who is also coming to the district from Brunswick City Schools, previously worked in the Berea City School District from 1997 until 2009 as a teacher and administrative intern. Tracy Wheeler’s hiring as superintendent included the opportunity to recommend an assistant superintendent to the board. The current assistant superintendent and business services director, Jeff Grosse, accepted an opportunity at Shaker Heights City Schools as Chief Operating Officer for the district.

Draves has been at Brunswick City Schools since leaving Berea Schools in 2009. He spent 4 years as the assistant principal of Brunswick High School serving under Tracy Wheeler. He then took over as principal of the high school in 2013. Last year, he transitioned to the role of Personnel Director. The district initially became aware of Draves’ credentials and his desire to return when he was interviewed as part of the superintendent search by Finding Leaders.

What drives Draves?

Draves is looking to help lead the district into a dynamic learning community based on integrity, trust, and transparency. He seeks to build new community partnerships and strengthen existing ones. He will be coming back to the district with high expectations and the belief that all students can achieve.

When word spread of Draves’ hiring, many welcomed him “home” to his old stomping grounds.

Draves stated, “I am thrilled to be back home! Obviously, this is very bittersweet for me as my time in Brunswick was very special to me and we accomplished a lot in our time there. The desire to return home was too great to pass up. The opportunity to give back to Berea City Schools and our three communities was always something I hoped I would be able to do again! I cannot wait to see everyone again and get to work.”

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This school year, the Titans Bolt Award was awarded by the Berea Board of Education at board meetings.

The award honored any student in any grade level who has shown that they possess the qualities and characteristics we hope to instill in all our students, in accordance with our vision of inspiring lives of character, learning, leadership, and service, making them a true Titan.

Examples include, but are not limited to achievements in the following areas: 1. academics 2. community service (includes service to the school) 3. co-curricular participation (band, choir, etc.)

4. extra-curricular participation (athletics, intramural activities, other groups or clubs, etc.)

The inaugural presentation of the Titans Bolt Award took place at the November 20 board meeting.

Congratulations to all the students nominated and recognized during the 2018-19 school year.

Berea-Midpark High School

Brookview Elementary

Berea-Midpark Middle School

Brook Park Memorial Elementary

Big Creek Elementary

Grindstone Elementary

Jacob Andrews Joy-Nicola Homan Ryan Rivera Shawn Stacey Ty Treiber Parris Turner Joseph Wozniak Keegan Gehri Adrien Herrman Ethan Juhasz Landen Knight Jack Kanaris Grace Trella Jenna Weth Cole Garlock Emma Grasson Hannah Krane Paige Litherland Alanna Pawlus Lea Ventrone Izzy Williams

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Andre' Alexander Peyton Carman-Richardson Gianna Mason Lamon Meeks Madison Sebeck Aubrey Winkler Madison Watson Taylor Biglang-awa Liliana DeNigris Katelynn Frazier Eric Johnson Manya Mitta Abigail Schneiderman Alex Stacey

Hope Antczak Sara Carter Adelyn Cuiksa Karissa Karr Alondra Nunez-Calero Aryana Patel Luci Rhoden

Andre' Alexander

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Andre’ Alexander truly possesses the qualities that a Bolt Award recipient should have. He is serious about his studies, and often goes beyond required assignments just for the sake of learning. He shows respect for all adults in our building and to his classmates and peers. He is active in Brook Park sports, and is a natural leader both on the playing field and in the classroom. Andre’ is very dependable and demonstrates a kind heart to help others in need. A true example of his kindness was shown recently when a thunderstorm came just as our students were being dismissed. A staff member came to me after school to share how he calmed the crying kindergarteners, and gave them his coat in the pouring rain.

Jacob Andrews

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

As a BMHS senior, Jacob Andrews is a leader. He heads up the student section at games, organized bussing so the students could travel to away games, and assisted the Volunteer Chaperones making sure they had everything they needed, were comfortable and informed. He is president of the National Honor Society and Commissioner of Link Crew. He is more than an academically gifted student, he is a humble and altruistic human being. Currently he is applying to colleges with the goal of earning a degree in business and entrepreneurship. He has prepared himself for this major accordingly, via career shadowing, leadership positions, and numerous volunteer opportunities. Jacob has displayed motivation, vision, energy and leadership skills necessary to thrive as a successful college student. As an employee of the Berea Recreation Center he is a young man that stands out among the rest. He is mature, respectful, polite, and has a superior overall work ethic. For the community, Jacob organizes and runs The Berea Wiffle Ball League, Adaptive Football and Adaptive Baseball. Jacob carries out the motto and vision of the Berea City School District in everything he does.

Hope Antczak

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Hope Antczak is such a kind student in Kindergarten at Grindstone. She volunteers generously to help others at such a young age. She has gone to nursing homes including Generations and Parkside Villa with her church children’s choir to sing and uplift the resident’s spirits. She will be the youngest volunteer to go on an overnight trip to Colorado Springs with her church this summer and assist adult volunteers who fix roofs, put up drywall, paint and do any other repairs needed in homes for people that are experiencing homelessness. She will work from sunrise until dinner while she is on this service trip. Hope has been taught at a young age to donate 1/3 of her earnings to charity and has always done that. When Guatemala had an earthquake, she held her own lemonade stand on her street corner and raised $200.00 to benefit relief work there. She is a positive role model and a good friend to others. We are so lucky to have her as part of our Grindstone family.

Taylor Biglang-awa

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Taylor represents the epitome of the Titans Bolt Award. Her teachers describe her as the “perfect” student. Taylor is a high achieving fourth grade student academically and is also very involved in the positive building culture at Brook Park Memorial.

Her excellence, integrity, and purpose is on display daily. Her behavior is always respectful, responsible, and safe. She is a true role model for other students and serves as one of BPM’s Student Ambassadors. Words her teachers use to describe her are helpful, dependable, and awesome. Taylor is willing to do anything to help. She is a true leader and a friend to all. Brook Park Memorial has been fortunate to have Taylor as part of our school since kindergarten. She will truly leave her mark and will be missed when she advances to the middle school after this school year.

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Peyton Carman-Richardson

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Peyton demonstrates achievements in the areas of academics, being a role model at Brookview and a Bucket Filler. His teachers, Mrs. Jochum and Mrs. Guenther, shared the following: Peyton has done an outstanding job this year in both classrooms. He has improved in all academic areas. Peyton is hardworking and asks great questions. He always tries his best throughout the day. Peyton helps his classmates and his teachers throughout the day. Peyton is a member of the Brookview Recycling Club, where he helps his classmates recycle for the entire school. Peyton was also a member of the youth football team this Fall. Peyton continues to do his best each and every day!

Sara Carter

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Sara is a lovely little girl. The word "selfless" describes her perfectly. Sara has a kind, pure heart and will always go out of her way to brighten someone's day. She is always the first to say thank you and offer a kind word or a smile when she sees someone in need. Sara volunteered at the Grindstone Carnival. She and her mom ran one of the carnival games the entire time and Sara brought her own prizes from home to hand out. There are not many 6-7 year olds that would give up their "play time" to volunteer. Sara is such a compassionate young girl and her act of volunteerism demonstrates her compassion for others and selflessness. We are truly blessed to have her at Grindstone.

Adelyn Cuiksa

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Addy is an amazing role model and leader in her 2nd grade classroom! She puts 110% efforts into her academics. She is kind and always willing to help adults and students at Grindstone. She helps in the cafeteria after lunch and spends part of her recess picking up any litter on the playground that she might see. This shows how much she cares about Grindstone and making it a special place for all. Addy takes a great deal of pride in being one of Mrs. Grimm’s Weather Kids. She helps classes prepare for indoor/outdoor recess by posting the forecast in the halls of the school.

Addy is such an active team member in our class. She often contributes extra supplies for class projects and books for her classmates. Outside of school, Addy trains in the following styles of dance at Dance Dance Dance: ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. She plays club soccer with Team Challenger FC and competes on a travel soccer team. At the dance studio, she serves as a teacher assistant in younger classes and volunteers as an assistant coach for her sister’s soccer team. She is always willing to put others first and often donates toys and art supplies to charitable organizations. When purchasing her supplies, she will always ask her parents to buy extra for classmates. Addy is such an inspiration in our class! Her generosity, kind heartedness, and dedication to school encourages others to follow her lead. Addy’s positive team spirit and enthusiasm makes all of us smile!

Liliana DeNigris

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Liliana is a very bright and conscientious young lady. She is dedicated to her studies and is a gifted reader and writer. Liliana is intrinsically motivated to always do her best and does a super job participating in class discussions. She is a leader in the classroom and a good friend to all, treating everyone with respect and always willing to lend a helping hand. Liliana goes above and beyond to make sure all students feel valued and her patience when working with others is admirable. She takes her time to explain things and always cares about the other person’s feelings. Staff can always count on Liliana to model BPM Bucket Filling behaviors as well as PBIS values of Respect, Responsibility, and Safety.

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Katelynn Frazier

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Katelynn is a first grader in Miss Tomasko’s class. Throughout the year, Katelynn has gone above and beyond with her stellar academic performance and dedication to upholding our district’s motto of excellence, integrity and purpose. Katelynn has excelled well beyond our first grade curricular expectations and loves to challenge herself by engaging in higher level thinking tasks. She has mastered all of her first AND second grade sight words and enjoys reading and sharing her favorite chapter books with her teacher and peers.

Katelynn leads by example in her classroom by demonstrating integrity, diligence and purpose each and every day. She has received school and classroom awards including Bucket Filler of the Month and our Bonafide Friendship Award.

Throughout the year, Katelynn has welcomed the role of being a peer mentor to one of our new students. In this role, she has demonstrated her passion for helping others and setting a positive example. Katelynn always puts others first and truly cares about the wellbeing and success of her peers.

Outside of school, Katelynn demonstrates leadership and service to her community.

She is a Daisy Girl Scout. As a Daisy, Katelynn works with her fellow scouts to develop action projects for the community. Currently, Katelynn is collecting items to benefit a local women’s shelter. She is also actively involved in advocating for the Girl Scouts to create a lower calorie sugar cookie to improve the health and wellbeing of our greater community.

In addition to her leadership in the community, Katelynn enjoys participating in many extra-curricular activities including basketball, soccer, softball and cheerleading. When watching Katelynn play basketball this year, she displayed persistent leadership on the court. Katelynn is truly a remarkable student who is dedicated to her academic achievement and service to the community. It has been a great pleasure and humbling experience to witness her growth and accomplishments this year.

Cole Garlock

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY

Cole is a student who demonstrates hard work, kindness, strong academics, responsibility, and is an overall BUCKETFILLER! Cole is a very patient student who is kind to everyone. Cole will go out of his way without hesitation for his peers, teachers, adults, and family. Cole is not only a Bucket Filler at school, he is also a Bucket Filler at home who helps out by watching over younger children and grandparents. He also enjoys volunteering spare time for his church and community.

Cole is a shining example of what a Big Creek Bucket Filler is and we are honored to have him as a student!

Keegan Gehri

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Keegan Gehri has transitioned into middle school without skipping a beat. As a member of Team 5A, Keegan received all A’s, averaging a 98.6% in all academic and special area classes. She is a new band student playing the flute and is already active in Student Council. Her favorite subject is English/Language Arts and loves to read fantasy or animal books. She also enjoys doodling and eating. Her advice to other 5th grade students is to work hard by paying attention and turning in all homework.

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Emma Grasson

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Emma is a positive role model at Big Creek. She is always so helpful with peers, not only in the classroom, but also at other times of the day. At recess she takes the initiative to seek others out and include them in games and activities. She is a hard worker and doesn’t give up when she is met with a challenge. Emma also participates in several different activities including K’Nex club, Titan Action News, and Bookstore Helper. She has also participated in the district drama productions over the last few years and is able to balance extra activities with her school work.

Emma is a great example of a student who reaches for excellence, carries herself with integrity, and comes to school with the purpose to work hard and help others.

Adrien Herrman

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

7th grader Adrien Herrman is an outstanding candidate for the BOLT award because he is academically an all-star. He works hard, is dedicated to his learning, is respectful to staff and students alike, and willing to go beyond the normal calls of duty. Adrien shows a kind heart in his daily interactions with students and staff. He is always striving to become the best version of himself.

Joy-Nicola Homan

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Joy has an extraordinary zeal for service for a 17-year-old. This Berea-Midpark High senior does not hesitate to volunteer for humanitarian efforts whether community, school or church based. Her warmth, infectious smile, and caring demeanor extends to all living kind and is a true asset to our community and world. This good will shows itself in a myriad of wonderful ways: Not only does Joy bring joy by sharing her vocal talents in the BMHS concert choir, she also manages her church’s nursery and care for infants and interprets for her older sister who is hearing impaired. Joy also volunteers at the Cleveland Food Bank. For two years she has served as student representative on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Week committee in collaboration with Baldwin Wallace University and has volunteered for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Learning which is a diversity initiative for elementary school students.

Additionally, Joy serves as student facilitator for the BCSD’s Say It Summit – another important diversity initiative – and the RYP Real Talk Forums which cover current and relevant topics. This very active student maintains a 3.5 grade point average while successfully taking College Credit Plus courses, serves as co-president of the Realizing Your Potential (RYP) program, and student leader in the newly formed Women’s Leadership program with Baldwin Wallace. Her heart for service is very apparent and her heart for people beats well and strong. Joy is a model citizen and an asset to our Berea City School District and very deserving of the Titan Bolt Award.

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Eric Johnson

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Eric is a fine representative for the Titans Bolt Award. His teachers describe him as a very helpful and truthful student. Eric is a high achieving fourth grade student academically and has shown strong role model behavior dating all the way back to Kindergarten at Brook Park Memorial. His excellence, integrity, and purpose are daily habits and he takes seriously the building PBIS ideas of being respectful, responsible, and safe. Eric often encourages other students who are having challenges and always strives to do the right thing. Eric has been a positive presence at BPM and will be missed when he moves on to the middle school next school year.

Ethan Juhasz

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Ethan has participated in Model United Nations for the past three years, every year keen on improving his debate and knowledge skill-set. This year he earned the highest level award one can receive at a MUN conference: the "Gavel Award". This is a delegate who not only exhibits diplomacy about his country, but delves into the topic of the committee and who can lead others to a resolution.

In addition to excelling in Band, and participating in Jazz Band, he takes Spanish all while maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Ethan is the voice heard over the the BMMS PA system each morning as he is one of four students delivering the morning announcements to our Titans. He was instrumental during Berea-Midpark Middle School's Fox 8 "Cool School" reign and participated in the Coffee Quiz on Friday morning. Ethan is involved in swimming as part of his extra-curriculars. He has a terrific sense of humor and knows that he can make fun of himself when need be. He provides insightful comments in group discussions and has a reflective nature.

Above all of this, it is Ethan's charisma, positive relationships with peers and his teachers that make him an all-around outstanding person for the BOLT award.

Jack Kanaris

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jack Kanaris is a 6th grade student whose hard work, dedication, and overall kindness is wonderful to have at Berea-Midpark Middle School. Jack is involved in student council where he is an announcer/concessions worker. He also participates in show choir and plays trumpet in the band. Outside of school, Jack is part of the Rec League for swimming and baseball. Jack is always helpful to staff and fellow students, puts forth his best effort and always participates in class. His teachers have acknowledged that he is a great worker in groups, is polite to staff and fellow students, and is genuinely nice to others. Academically, Jack has accomplished keeping straight A’s all year long while balancing his many extracurricular activities.

Karissa Karr

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Karissa is a first grader in Mrs. Carlson’s class. She is very active with her church; collecting, packaging and delivering socks, soap, and Easter candy to homeless shelters. She also makes crafts to be sent to places like Kemper House, Veterans Homes, and Reach Out and Read Cleveland. Karissa is a compassionate girl who spreads kindness both outside and inside the classroom. She truly cares for her classmates and is always looking for ways to help her friends here at Grindstone Elementary School!

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Landen Knight

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Landen is so kind to others students and always makes an effort to talk to teachers and wish them a good day. He has a genuine heart and would do anything to help out a student or teacher. In the classroom, he always does his homework and has the will to achieve at his highest level. He is on the wrestling team and every other day goes to weightlifting - he also just won the award for most improved from the wrestling coaches. Landen is a great candidate for the BOLT award.

Hannah Krane

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY

Hannah is a student with a strong work ethic. Completing her work with quality is important to her. Hannah consistently gives her best. She has been responsible in completing assignments and homework. She actively competes at the state level in gymnastics and was the state champ last year. Being a gymnast requires a great deal of time to practice. Hannah has always completed her homework and been prepared each day. She has put extra effort into that! Hannah is a kind classmate and easily helps others when in need or offers a helping hand. She is positive and great team player.

Paige Litherland

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paige is a hardworking student in the third grade. She puts forth a tremendous amount of work, understands the importance of learning, and comes to school each day ready to go. In the school she sets an example of being respectful, responsible, and safe and is a role model for the younger students. Her teacher, Mrs. Berger, added that Paige also goes out of her way to include ALL students who work and learn in many different ways.

Gianna Mason

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Gianna demonstrates the characteristics of a true Bucketfiller. She is respectful, responsible, and safe. Gianna is always doing what is expected of her, and she will help others in need. Gianna always uses her manners and never says an unkind thing about anyone. She helps the younger Brookview friends recycle during her recess this quarter. Gianna was chosen as a quarter bucketfiller this year. Outside of school, Gianna is a cheerleader for the Titans and she plays basketball and softball.

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Lamon Meeks

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Lamon enjoys school and is committed to doing his best daily. He always puts forth great effort and works very hard to be successful. Lamon is honest and trustworthy in dealing with others and displays good citizenship by assisting students and teachers.

He seeks responsibilities and carries out jobs with pride. He can be depended upon and follows through with what he is asked to do. Lamon is a great friend as he always shows concern for the feelings of his peers. He is a stellar example of what it means to be a TITAN! He is a hard worker, and takes pride in his work. He cares about others being treated fairly and is an advocate for his classmates. Lamon has made wonderful friendships this year and has made continuous improvements at all levels. He is inquisitive, will ask questions, ask for help, and participate in discussions. He takes the responsibility of being a TITAN seriously.

Manya Mitta

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

There are so many things that make Manya Mitta a special part of our school. Before joining us this year, Manya was a student at Big Creek. In the short time that she has attended BPM, she has made herself unforgettable to our staff and students. Manya stands out at school because of her hard work, dedication, kind and generous spirit, and infectious positive attitude. She is always seen smiling and is extremely good natured with all in which she comes in contact. In class, Manya serves as a leader and role model to her peers. She is a dedicated student and is always one of the first students to lend a helping hand. Manya strives to excel in the classroom and can often be found putting in the extra work to go above and beyond as part of Mrs. Boscarello’s fourth grade gifted class.

Alondra Nunez-Calero

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Alondra is an outstanding learner in our Third Grade. She is truly a star student and super bucketfiller at Grindstone. Alondra has a kind heart and she is tremendously loving and giving to her classmates. She is very quick to help anyone or give something to someone in need. In the community, Alondra works with the Veterans Outreach Office. This past summer she raised $275 dollars by working a lemonade stand in which all the proceeds went to veterans. Alondra created a program called “Alondra Reads.” She visits nursing homes and reads newspapers and books to the veterans and elderly. She also read to residents at the Quarrytown Christmas meal this year. She recently used her talents to sing Christmas Carols to HomeBound Seniors. We are certain that Alondra will continue to volunteer and serve her school and community in the future. We are proud to have her in our school.

Aryana Patel

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Aryana is an exceptional student in the fourth grade at Grindstone. Aryana consistently maintains excellent grades, while also giving service to her school and her community. As a member of the Safety Patrol, Aryana demonstrates respect, responsibility and safety at all times. She is a conscientious and dependable role model for others. In addition, Aryana is a member of the Grindstone Upstanders Club. The purpose of the Upstanders Club is to reach out and support other students in time of need, and also stand up to any bullying behavior. Aryana is truly a friend to all. In the fall, Aryana participated in the PTA Reflections program, with an entry in both art and literature. She was chosen by the PRA Council to represent Grindstone at the state level with her art.

Aryana is very involved in Girl Scouts and participates in numerous activities through scouting that promote community service. Her family is also hosting a student from Norway this year through the AFS program. Aryana speaks often of the love and respect she has for her Norwegian sister and shares many of the things she is learning about Norway this year. It has been a wonderful experience for Aryana and her family. She is very deserving of this special award!

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Alanna Pawlus

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY

Alanna is a hardworking student in the fourth grade. She puts forth a tremendous amount of work, understands the importance of learning, and comes to school each day ready to go. In the school she sets an example of being respectful, responsible, and safe. She is a role model for the younger students including her time as a member of the Big Creek Safety Patrol.

Luci Rhoden

GRINDSTONE ELEMENTARY

Luci is an all around exceptional child and learner on our Fourth Grade Team. Luci takes pride in excelling with her academics, extra-curricular activities, and acts of community service. She is an active Girl Scout working on goal setting, decision making, and demonstrating strong, compassionate people skills. Luci, selflessly, volunteers with her family at the community food bank helping families in need. She volunteers with her grandmother assisting with knitting scarves for people in need.

Luci cares tremendously for her classmates and community. We feel blessed to have her on our team.

Ryan Rivera

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

Ryan Rivera is a senior and has a long list of impressive accomplishments that he’s garnered during his tenure at Berea-Midpark High School. In addition to exhibiting honorable characteristics such as kindness, consideration and respect, Ryan holds a 3.7 grade point average which encompasses a challenging AP and honors course curriculum. He is a three-year varsity letterman in football and the 2018 Track and Field Rookie of the Year and state qualifier. Ryan is a member of the LINK Crew, the Realizing Your Potential (RYP) program, AVID, SALT (Student Athlete Leadership Team) and Peer Mediator. As an advocate of giving back and paying forward, Ryan has volunteered to coach youth football and was the guest speaker on the success of the AVID program at the middle school. Additionally, in collaboration with Baldwin-Wallace University, Ryan has served as a student facilitator for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Learning which is a diversity initiative for elementary school students. Ryan received a Service Pin award for faithful community service and was on the 2018 Homecoming Court, which is a peer selected honor. Alongside his status of being a star student and citizen, Ryan has a terrific sense of humor and enjoys life with family and friends. He is a model citizen and an asset to our district and deserving of the Titan Bolt Award.

Abigail Schneiderman

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Abigail is a third grader in Mrs. Silvestro's class. She is an outstanding student, demonstrates excellent citizenship, and is a kind and caring person. She is truly a positive role model for other students. Outside of school, Abigail is active in her church, takes singing lessons, and is in a Hula Hoop dance group. Her family is taking foster parent classes and she is looking forward to being a big foster sister in a few months. She will surely be a success, as she has been in everything she has gotten involved in since coming to Brook Park Memorial!

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Madison Sebeck

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Madison is a delightful young lady who always does what is expected of her in the classroom. She is a positive role model who comes in daily with a smile and shows the PRIDE expectations at Brookview Elementary. She exhibits great friendship qualities and shows compassion to all her peers. Madison was our Super Titan Bucket Filler (STBF) for the first quarter. She showed qualities of being a STBF which included being respectful, responsible and safe both in the classroom and around the school. She is a diligent student who works very hard on all her work. Madison never gives up and is eager to be an active participant in her learning.

Alex Stacey

BROOK PARK MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY

Alex is an amazing leader, however, Alex can't be found at the center of the group giving directions. Alex's leadership is shown through the example he sets for others.

Alex is the first to lend a helping hand, a supportive smile, and put a plan into action to make a change. If Alex sees a peer struggling, he springs into action! You need a friend to sit with? Alex is there! Your family is struggling? Alex arrives at school with a box of granola bars! It is amazing to watch Alex help others without expecting anything in return. Alex's leadership doesn't stop there! In the classroom, Alex exhibits that same can do attitude. When Alex found mathematics challenging at the beginning of the year, he rolled up his sleeves and worked until his challenges became strengths. Outside of school, Alex takes cooking classes at Young Chef's Academy, plays football, participates in Boy Scouts, and is active in his church. He is also part of BPM's Garden Club. Such an awesome example for others!

Shawn Stacey

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

Shawn Stacey is a junior at Berea-Midpark High School who currently aides in the Special Education Unit during both of his study halls. He started out interested in the special education field, however, it grew to be more than that. He is a very service oriented individual volunteering at his church, at the special needs facility of Aristocrat, and aiding his cousin who has Cerebral Palsy. Besides all of his volunteer work he maintains a 3.8GPA, is a Link Leader, a Boy Scout and a member of the Chess Club.

Shawn Stacey is a true testament to our Berea City School District ideals of character, learning, leadership and service.

Ty Treiber

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

Ty Treiber is a senior who is involved in numerous organizations at Berea-Midpark High School. In the Fall,Ty participated in Varsity Cross Country and Varsity Soccer and is currently participating on the Varsity Swim Team and the Varsity Indoor Track Team. He takes AP and CCP courses as well as Band. Ty is a LINK leader with a current 4.0 GPA. Despite a bit of a setback with a recent medical diagnosis, Ty remained active and involved with the athletic teams and kept up in the classroom as well. Ty is conscientious and a diligent student who has his sights set on entering college and continuing an academic and athletic career.

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Grace Trella

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Berea-Midpark Middle School nominates Grace Trella for the Titans Bolt Award. She is a 5th grade student, daughter of Chris and Alissa Trella. Grace received all A’s in the first two quarters of middle school and sings in the choir. She is involved in many activities outside of school such as dance, soccer and cheer. She values spending time with her family and friends, treating people with kindness and being helpful. She likes teachers to know that she always tries her best and they can count on her. Grace states that she “loves the teachers on her team!” Congratulations Grace!

Keep up all of your hard work!

Parris Turner

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

BMHS Senior Parris Turner is the epitome of honor, scholarship, and character. His kindness, thoughtfulness, and humility draws people and action. Parris quietly leads by strong example and effectively demonstrates what the best leaders know how to do – serve.

An inspiration to all he encounters, Parris is an encourager, motivator, and positive influence. He is admired and well respected in the school and community. He is inducted into the National Society of High School Scholars which is a distinguished community of high achievers and continues to challenge himself to become even better.

Parris serves as co-president of the Realizing Your Potential (RYP) program, peer mentor, and accountability partner to other students. Additionally, he has served as Camp Counselor, volunteered for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. week festivities, aided as a student facilitator for the District’s Say It Summit, which is an important diversity initiative, and the RYP Real Talk forums. He does all of these tasks and more willingly and successfully while maintaining a 4.2 grade point average carrying AP and honors level courses.

Parris’ practicing and faithful commitment to excellence, humanitarianism, and social justice will continue making him a stand out in society. He is a shining light in this world that cannot be dimmed and very deserving of the Titans Bolt Award.

Lea Ventrone

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lea exemplifies the characteristics that we as educators and parents hope to instill in all of our students. She is a hard worker and this shows in her daily classroom work. Lea is always helpful and respectful to everyone around her. She is a Student Ambassador, who helps new students learn about Big Creek. She always has a smile on her face that will light up any room! She even dances during the school year and loves to tap because of the noise. Our school motto is to be respectful, responsible and safe as well as always being a bucketfiller. Every day, Lea is demonstrating these characteristics by her daily interaction with her peers, teachers and other building staff members. She is a delight to work with and I am happy to call her one of my "children". Keep showing your Titan pride!”

Madison Watson

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Madison Watson is a student who exemplifies what a Brookview Bucket Filler should be. She is respectful to adults and her peers by always being kind and using her manners. Madison shows responsibility when she follows directions the first time they are given, turns in her homework on time, and is always willing to help a friend in need. She is an extremely hard worker and takes pride in that work. Madison is a joy to have at Brookview and a pleasure to know.

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Jenna Weth

BEREA-MIDPARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Jenna is a 6th grade student on Team 6C, and earned a 4.0 GPA during the 1st Quarter. Jenna is a very diverse young lady. She has been a football cheerleader for Groza for four years. Her hobbies include reading, crafts, arts, and photography.

Jenna has numerous friends and loves to do different activities with them. She enjoys student council because it focuses on serving others, which goes along with helping people and volunteering. In student council, she enjoys all the service projects and will do the unfavorable jobs as well as the popular. Jenna also enjoys animals and nature. She helps care for animals in her mom’s 8th grade Science classroom.

She will complete the cleaning up and caring for the animals, even when it is not glamorous.

Izzy Williams

BIG CREEK ELEMENTARY

Izzy is a great student at Big Creek. She is always responsible, respectful and safe.

Izzy is always ready to help a friend with a kind word or a helping hand. Izzy always comes to school ready to learn and does best effort work. We’ve never seen Izzy get discouraged or give up when given a hard problem to solve. She is extremely creative and has even written multiple chapter books of her own to share with her friends.

Izzy is the model definition of a Big Creek Titan.

Aubrey Winkler

BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY

Aubrey Winkler is an amazing young lady. She comes in each day with a smile on her face that is contagious. She is respectful to everyone around her and demonstrates responsibility both in the classroom and on the playground. She is a kind friend, who is always willing to help others. Aubrey is a very hard worker and tries her best in everything she does. She is a natural leader in the classroom and doesn't think twice about putting others before herself. Aubrey is a member of our school Bucket Filler Society and was our 1st quarter Super Titan Bucket Filler. We are so fortunate to have Aubrey at Brookview! She is a true Bucket Filler!

Joseph Wozniak

BEREA-MIDPARK HIGH SCHOOL

Joseph Wozniak has time and again demonstrated a personal conviction and willingness to distinguish himself as a student-leader, through his mature, compassionate, and sincere positive interactions with others in our school community. He selflessly exhibits a genuine interest and desire to reach-out and intervene productively with students that are experiencing conflict or distress. In his roles as a Titan Pride Leader and Peer Mediator, we have come to rely on Joseph’s trusted abilities of positive peer relations for the successful resolution of peer conflicts and the exemplification of those Berea-Midpark High School and Berea City School District values-character, learning, leadership & service-that shape our Titans culture.

There have been many instances of such contributions from Joseph, but there was one scenario that is most characteristic of his true character. Upon realizing that a challenged student was seated alone in the cafeteria and reluctantly tolerating unwarranted and unfriendly comments from others, Joseph, without suggestion or hesitation and in full-view of the student-filled cafeteria, approached the lone student and invited him to join Joseph and his friends at their lunch table. Without any need for staff intervention, Joseph demonstrated to his peers the maturity and compassion that is expected from each of us as honorable people, but more importantly, he comforted and lifted-up the spirits of a hurting, fellow individual.

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Alumni, community members, current and former district staff, and family and friends gathered for the 27th Annual Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame on April 25.

work on the San Francisco Business Times’ 2015 inaugural “Business of Pride” special edition of the newspaper that annually highlights LGBTQ leaders in the Bay area community.

Inductees reflected on their experiences with Berea City Schools and shared advice for current students today. The new inductees included:

Nicole Cuglewski Marcellino (MHS '01) has been the in-arena announcer for the Cleveland Cavaliers since 2005. She conducts interviews, hosts contests and represents the team in the community. She recently started her own small business, Bleu Chic Boutique, for the stylish woman-on-the-go.

Jenny Adkins (staff), an active member in both the Berea and Midpark PTAs and Berea Athletic Boosters, served as Midpark High School's receptionist for 24 years and as Midpark High School athletics assistant. She is co-founder of the Brian Adkins Memorial Scholarship Fund, which provides a $5,000 scholarship each year to a Berea-Midpark High School student.

Mark Calvey (BHS '82) is a senior reporter at the San Francisco Business Times, covering banking and finance, among other topics. Calvey previously worked in business journalism at the Akron Beacon Journal, The Charlotte Observer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Palm Beach Post, Bridge News and Investor’s Business Daily. He has been the recipient of numerous journalism awards, including from the San Francisco Press Club, Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing, and National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association for

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She has been emcee for regional and nationally recognized events including Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital’s annual fundraiser, Cleveland Hunger Network’s All About the Bag Fashion Show, Cleveland’s Winterfest, FIBA games held in Las Vegas, National Figure Skating Championships, Women in Sports, American Heart Association and Cleveland Young professionals.

She was among Cleveland Magazine’s Most Interesting people in 2007 and was American Greetings marketing manager from 2006-2009.

David Donald (BHS '70, posthumous) was an investigative data journalist and trained hundreds of journalists around the world.

Nicole Cuglewski Marcellino MHS '01 | Robert Grewe (represented by his daughter, Brenda Clark) | Mark Calvey BHS '82 | Jenny Adkins | Len Muni | Jonathan Schaeffer MHS '82 | David Donald (represented by his wife, Joyce) | Cyril Kleem BHS '82

His award-winning investigations ranged from subprime lenders behind the 2008 financial meltdown to under-reporting of campus sexual assault and methods Medicare providers used to overcharge the government, to the forces rapidly depleting the oceans of fish.

Donald was the recipient of numerous awards, including the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award, Peabody Award, Philip Meyer Journalism Award 2012 for “Cracking the (Medicare) Codes” and the 2010 Philip Meyer Journalism Award for “Sexual Assault on Campus: A Frustrating Search for Justice.”

Robert Grewe (staff, posthumous) served in the U.S. Coast Guard, earned a master’s degree from Columbia University. He spent his educational career teaching six years at Cleveland Lutheran High School, and teaching at Roehm Junior High School in Berea and at Midpark High School,

where he served as chairman of the Mathematics Department, with a total of 22 years.

Grewe was an exchange teacher for one year at the Edinburgh Academy in Edinburgh, Scotland.

He served on the Cleveland Lutheran High School Board of Trustees and held various offices at Trinity Lutheran Church, including chairman of the congregation.

After his career in teaching, Grewe went on to work at the Ohio District, Lutheran Church as director of the Church Extension Fund.

Cyril Kleem (BHS '92) has been mayor of the City of Berea since 2008, elected to three terms.

He previously served as executive assistant to the mayor and as community and economic development administrator, City of Berea, from 1998 to 2004.

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He started the first community-based Veterans Outreach Office, making Berea the only city to earn a “We Honor Veterans” community designation from the Veterans Administration.

Kleem is the founder and Executive Director of the Berea Community Development Corporation. He created housing programs for low-income residents and economic development programs. He also spearheaded the planning and grant writing for the development of the Coe Lake Nature Trail and the Jack Kafer Bridge.

He founded Berea Community Outreach, providing low-income Bereans with a food pantry, Christmas gifts, holiday meals, back-toschool supplies and a weekend/summer food program for schoolchildren.

Len Muni (staff) has been Camp Mi-BroBe director since 1992 and president of the Cleveland Astronomical Society since 2017.

He was a member of the Berea City School District faculty from 1974 to 2009, teaching one or more years at Gallagher and Brookview elementary schools, Ford Middle School and Midpark High School.

Muni has served as Oglebay Institute Junior Nature Camp CIT director since 1976 and as Oglebay Institute Mountain Nature Camp Astronomy Instructor and Campfire leader since 2007.

Jonathan Schaeffer (MHS '82) is the senior pastor at Grace Church in Middleburg Heights, with an average attendance of almost 4,000.

The church is featured in the book, “Breakout Churches: Discover How to Make the Leap,” and was recognized by Outreach Magazine as one of the fastest-growing churches in America in 2014.

Schaeffer serves as corporate vice president and chairman of the board for The Alliance, an association of 2,000 churches in the U.S. representing 37 language groups.

He made his acting debut in the 2019 Netflix movie, “All the Bright Places.”

During Schaeffer's leadership at Grace Church, the church family has contributed over $15 million to help people locally and globally. In addition, hundreds volunteer in such things as inner-city tutoring, programs at 10 area nursing homes, meals served at Laura’s Home, participation in city renewal efforts, eight domestic and international service trips, and more.

The purpose of the Hall of Fame is to recognize alumni who have made a mark in their career, positively contributed to society, or achieved success in a worthwhile endeavor. In addition, the Distinguished Staff Hall of Fame Committee selects Distinguished Staff nominees for induction to the Hall of Fame and bestows an honorary Alumni membership on each inductee.

These nominees alternate annually among teachers, support staff, administrators, Board of Education members and community volunteers.

Nominations for the 2020 event are due November 1. Nomination forms are available on the district website.

Student presenters: Tenzin Lucas, Gabriel Gazic, Cal Ruebensaal, Kayla Gudel, Summer Husein, Nicole Peterson and Samantha Matese Not pictured: Jacob Andrews

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Hosted by: Berea City School District’s Transportation Department

It’s the 3rd Annual Stuff the Bus Supply Drive for the Berea City School District!

The Transportation Department will be set up in different locations in the community to collect supplies for students in need.

Brook Park Marc’s 5725 Smith Rd.

July 20 & 21 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Berea Marc’s TM

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371 W. Bagley Rd.

July 27 & 28 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Middleburg Hts. Marc’s 6849 Southland Dr.

August 3 & 4 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Supply Pick Up Day BCSD Transportation 235 Riveredge Parkway, Berea

August 10 • 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Please visit

berea.k12.oh.us for supply lists

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