June 2019 Plain Paper

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VOLUME 11 NUMBER 3

IN THIS ISSUE PAGE 2 DISTRICT CHAMPIONS

JUNE, 2019

WALK OF FAME FOR CLASS OF 2019 The class of 2019 once again participated in a “Senior Walk� on May 24. Graduates visited all nine Plain Local Schools and were recognized through the halls by all of our younger students. Students and staff alike had a great time celebrating our recent graduates.

Champions of Success

PAGE 6 TAFT AUTHOR VISIT PAGE 11-17 CLASS OF 2019 ACHIEVEMENTS PAGES 18-19 #PLSLASTDAY PICS PAGE 32 FOUNDATION DIRECTOR NAMED PAGE 34 LOOKING TO THE FUTURE PAGE 36 FREE SUMMER MEAL SITES www.plainlocal.org

Thank you! I want to thank you for your support during this last school year.

The entire community supports the Plain Local School District and is a wonderful partner in educating over 6,000 students daily. Your guidance and support are not taken for granted, and I look forward to accomplishing great things together as we look to the future. This edition of the Plain Paper is full of accomplishments and stories of great success across the district. I hope you enjoy!

As we close one school year, our planning for the future has already started. Beginning in the fall of 2019, we will begin engaging our community, staff, and partners in the strategic planning process. This engagement will build upon what has been accomplished through the first strategic plan. I am proud of the work that has been done, but we have a lot more to accomplish across the district. I hope you become involved in the fall and participate in providing feedback and perspective for the school district. Together, we can provide better experiences and opportunities for the entire community. The entire process will be outlined in the August Plain Paper.

You will also read about a recent study the district initiated reviewing enrollment trends and residential development in the community. The study was comprehensive, and those results will be used as we plan for the future with programming and building capacity. Please take some time and review the article in this edition. It provides answers to some questions that I frequently hear in the district.

In closing, I continue to be excited about our future and the endless possibilities. My goal is always to improve the opportunities and services for students and families. I want to thank the entire staff in Plain Local. No matter the job title, we have the best staff in Stark County and I am honored to work with them each day. I wish you and your family a restful summer full of joy and happiness.

Thank you for allowing me to lead this fantastic school district. Go Eagles!

Brent May, Superintendent

CHAMPION 1

Adam Schrader from Avondale Elementary

CHAMPION 7 CHAMPION 6

CHAMPION 5

CHAMPION 4

CHAMPION 3

Oakwood Cafeteria Staff

CHAMPION 2

PLAIN LOCAL WOULD LIKE TO GIVE SPECIAL RECOGNITION TO INDIVIDUALS, GROUPS, TEAMS AND BUSINESSES THAT ARE CHAMPIONS IN OUR SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY!

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They work to prepare daily breakfasts and lunches for 940+ students. They make the meal choices nutritional, fun, and offer choices to serve many nutritional needs. The best quality of these seven ladies, under the management of Cindy Yoho, is that they always smile and have fun with the students. This school year they have served 25,330 breakfasts and 86,300 lunches! Now that’s service! Oakwood Cafeteria Ladies are Plain Local Food Service Champions and our Oakwood students are grateful!

Here is what Mrs. Moff shared about Adam Schrader, “Mr. Adam Schrader is Avondale’s Champion of the Week! Mr. Adam is our head custodian. He goes above and beyond each day for the students and staff of Avondale. He is friendly, hardworking and willing to help anyone who needs it. We would be lost without Mr. Adam!” Thank you for all that you do, Adam!

Oakwood Track Members, Tommy Rice and Hannah Burchfield

They competed in the state middle school track meet. Tommy took 3rd place in the mile and 3rd place in the 800. Hannah was 14th in the 400. Coach Scott Laughman stated, “Both kids ran incredibly and set new personal records!” Tommy and Hannah are Oakwood Champions!

Both athletes ended their school year being awarded the Archie Griffin Sportsmanship Awards for Oakwood 2019.

Alyssa Dickerhoof from GlenOak High School

Here is what the GOHS administration shared about her, “Alyssa is one of the leaders in our math department, teaching Pre-Algebra 2 and Algebra 2 students. Along with being a positive difference maker in the math department, Alyssa has done a great job running the district’s Saturday Enrichment program and was a member of the high school Just Plain Dance team to help raise money for the Arts. We’d like to thank Alyssa for all her time, care and dedication to our students, staff and families that she has impacted this year.”

Drew Shreve from Oakwood Middle School and Heather Zapolnik from GlenOak High School

They were honored in May during the Stark County Educational Service Center’s annual Education Celebration at R.G. Drage Career Technical Center. Drew was named part of the 2019 “rookie team” which includes innovative teachers with fewer than three years of teaching experience and Heather was named part of the 2019 teaching team, which includes educators who have displayed a history of going above and beyond to educate their students.

Mrs. Rasul from Oakwood Middle School

and her team consisting of Angie Aikens, Emma Ashmore, Skye Aycock, and Giana Nakoul captured first place in Arts in Stark’s Genius Project. The students were given the challenge of creating a biome and an organism that can have all of its’ needs met within the biome. They had to present, answer questions, and create a model. Their creativity, knowledge of Life Science and application earned them a respectable Championship!

Gavin Cantera, 3rd grader at Barr Elementary

Gavin has a love and passion for wrestling. Recently Gavin went to Michigan and competed in the NUWAY National Championships for wrestling. He won the National Title and is currently ranked #1 in the County at 8u 72 lbs. Congratulations, Gavin!

AVONDALE GIRLS RUN WITH PURPOSE

The Avondale Girls On The Run team not only represented their school and their families at the annual 5K in May, they made a difference in their community as well. Led by Avondale teacher Leticia Cook and parent volunteers Denise Farmakidis and Sara Bille, Avondale GOTR members collected items for the Stark Parks Wildlife Conservation Center. The girls chose this organization to support based on a deep love of animals that is shared by the team members. They created school-wide morning announcements asking for their fellow Avondale Eagles to donate to their cause. After collecting items for a few weeks, the team members delivered all of the donations to the conservation center. Team leader Mrs. Cook had this to say, “I am so proud of these girls! They overcame personal hurdles and persevered to accomplish and surpass their running goals for the race. But beyond that, they really shined by coming together for this important cause. They researched the center, communicated with Stark Parks and the Avondale School family, and then delivered the donated items to the center themselves.

They were very committed to the cause and many have indicated they will stay active in supporting the wildlife center. We are all very proud!”

All of our GOTR team members completed the 5K race, which was held at Walsh University. They trained for months to prepare for this event. But they didn’t lose sight of the bigger prize: giving back to their community. In all, it was a fantastic learning experience both on the race track and in the community.

BARR ELEMENTARY PARTNERS WITH KIWANIS CLUB FOR BOOK SHARE PROGRAM

The Belden Village Kiwanis Club partnered with Barr Elementary for a book share at grade one. Through their generous donation each student in grade one received a book of their choice. Research has proven that independent reading is critical to developing a child’s literacy and the Kiwanis believe in getting books in the hands of students to foster literacy as well as a love for reading. The Belden Village Kiwanis Club spent an afternoon with the first grade classrooms of Barr reading a book of their choice, which was later gifted to the student. The Barr students and teachers appreciated the time the Kiwanis spent with them fostering literacy. We look forward to our continued partnership in years to come.

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FRAZER STUDENTS WORK TOWARDS A COMMON GOAL!

As a goal for the 2018-19 school year, Frazer Elementary was looking at ways for their students to be leaders in our community.

A group of fourth graders came up with an idea when they saw a need during recess. A lot of students enjoy playing soccer, but without soccer goals, arguments would often arise during recess.

They wanted to solve this problem. They decided in May to propose raising money to buy two soccer goals for recess. This would solve the problem and could make the Frazer students enjoy recess even more.

The group of students (pictured): Ruby Burchfield, McVehil Bell, Abram Scott, Kai Prather, and Zachary Volas, put in a lot of work in just one week to figure out what goals to purchase, how much they would cost, and how to raise the money. The group met with the Frazer Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) and proposed their plan. They knew that as late as it was, they might not even be able to enjoy the goals themselves, but that was okay with the group. As they stated, “We just want to leave a legacy to the future students.”

In the end, they raised over $190 in two weeks and the goals arrived in time for the last two weeks of school for all to enjoy!

On May 30, the final day of school, the group had one more idea.

This was their final day as Frazer students, and they wanted to issue a challenge to the rest of the students. At afternoon announcements they challenged the younger students to find ways to make their school and community better. Frazer Elementary principal, Mr. Easterling shared, “as a principal there is nothing more impressive than to see your students take the challenge to be leaders and to pass that challenge on to others in the school. This group has definitely left a legacy at Frazer! Class dismissed!”

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EARLY LEARNERS (BIRTH–PRE-K) Story Time & More

Story times open up the world of books, music, culture, and play to young children and their families. Registration is required for all.

Baby/Toddler Wednesdays, 10:30–11 a.m.

Preschool Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Pajama Mondays, 7–7:30 p.m.

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover Under the Stars Thursday, Jun 20 | 6–7:30 p.m.

Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover! Enjoy space stories and activities then say goodbye for the night. Return the next day to see what they did during the sleepover.

Craft With Me

Thursday, Jun 20 | 6–7:30 p.m.

Craft and create with your child in our maker space.

ELEMENTARY (K–5TH GRADE) Arts @ the Library Saturday, Jul 6, Aug 3 | 9:30–11a.m.

Listen to music by a famous composer and try your hand at a “work of art.”

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SECOND GRADE TEAM RECEIVES HONORABLE MENTION AT FRANKLIN B. WALTER OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARDS

The second grade team from Middlebranch Elementary was acknowledged as an Honorable Mention Award recipient for the Franklin B. Walter Outstanding Educator Award on April 27 during the Conference for Families and Educators of Children with Diverse Learning Needs. The team including Darla Ferguson, Ashley Hamilton, Jamie Lenardos, Lauren Powell, Julie Schorsten and Justin Wiley, was nominated by their principal, Jill Downing. They were nominated for the award because of their dedication to student learning. This team of teachers supports student achievement through collaboration and involvement of the community. They serve as leaders in their building, the district and as role models at Middlebranch every day. They are true professionals who are dedicated to working together, growing professionally and meeting the needs of all learners.

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TAFT ELEMENTARY HOSTS AUTHOR TERRI LIBENSON In May, Taft Elementary had the great fortune to host local author Terri Libenson. Terri is a Cleveland native, cartoonist for the internationally syndicated daily comic strip, The Pajama Diaries, and long-time humorous card writer for American Greetings.

She is the bestselling author of “Invisible Emmie” and “Positively Izzy,” two modern-day books dealing with themes of labeling and how those characters find the strength to break free from those labels given to them by their peers.

Students had the opportunity to meet with Terri and discuss her newly released book “Just Jamie.” This book delves into how a middle school student is able to figure out who her real friends really are. Her books are relatable to the students as she discusses topics that all students face. Her unique style and rapport with the students made the morning very enjoyable. She called on students to recreate her infamous drawings and answered questions about what it is like to be a writer, cartoonist and mother.

We feel so fortunate to have had Mrs. Libenson visit Taft Elementary. Taft got a class set of books and she signed each copy for them! Mrs. Libenson inspired our students to be “happy with who they are” and to “never doubt their own worth”.

WARSTLER ELEMENTARY AND NORTH CANTON YMCA RECOGNIZE CHARACTER CHAMPIONS

Our district theme of Be a Champion truly resonated with the students and staff at Warstler Elementary this past school year. On a daily basis they were easily able to identify Eagle Champions for making positive and uplifting contributions to their school culture.

In a continued partnership with the North Canton YMCA, Warstler Elementary was able to recognize a record number of Character Champions throughout the school year. Each month students were acknowledged that have displayed the six pillars of character.

The majority of students had met their academic goals through iReady assessments in both areas of Reading and Math. Drew Nieporte was the AR Champion this school year earning over 600 points while maintaining a comprehension score of 97.2%. Ava Nagy received recognition at the ArtSplash by taking home the Best in Show honors. Riley Calac’s writing was featured at the Plain Playwright Festival. These are just a few examples of the champions that accomplished great things this past school year at Warstler Elementary.

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Children’s Read and Learn Book Club Jun 26, Jul 1, 24, Aug 14, 28 | 5–6 p.m.

A lively book club, led by a children’s librarian, will be held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month for your elementary students. Contact the branch for titles.

LEGO® Club

Saturday, Jun 15, Jul 20, Aug 17 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

OAKWOOD STUDENTS PRESENT IDEAS TO COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS Oakwood students; Gracie VanCamp, Keri McCallin, Malcolm Morgan, and Nora Salem spoke to Tom Tod, Inc. stakeholders about potential ideas to improve their community during their annual fundraiser, Feast of Ideas. Each pair had a special community coach to share their ideas with and present to the audience. Coaches Janet-Weir Creighton and Monique Cox-Moore were impressed with the creative ideas and compassion of our middle school representatives. The students became part of Tom Tod through their Contemporary Issues class that partners with Tom Tod. Teacher, Susan Salem, advised the students and supported them through this journey. Never underestimate the minds of middle schoolers!

Imagine, create, and build with LEGO® and/or DUPLO® bricks (provided).

Stuffed Animal Sleepover Under the Stars Thursday, Jun 20 | 6–7:30 p.m.

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Craft With Me

Wednesday, Jun 26, Jul 24 | 2–3 p.m.

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Spacestruck Jewelry

Wednesday, Jul 10 | 2–4:30 p.m.

Get ready to have fun, express your creativity, and make a cool piece of jewelry. Your creations will be out-of- this-world!

The Buzz about Bees Wednesday, Jul 17 | 2–4 p.m.

Buzz into the Library and meet a local beekeeper who will share how she keeps bees.

Stories in the Stars

Tuesday, Jul 30 | 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Soar through the stars in this compilation of Greek Myths. Learn stories of the wind, seasons, sun, and moon with the Hampstead Stage Company theater troupe.

TEENS (6TH–12TH GRADE) TeensCREATE

Wednesday, Jun 19, Jul 17, Aug 21 2:30–4:30 p.m.

Hang out with your friends and make new ones at the Library. Enjoy activities including music, art, STEM, snap circuits, and more. Each day will bring something new to do and explore.

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GLENOAK NURSING STUDENTS HAVE IMPRESSIVE SHOWING AT STATE COMPETITION

GlenOak Nursing had 30 students place in 3rd or above at the mid-east region for the Health Occupation Students of America competition. They competed in Columbus April 9th & 10th.

Heal Exam Issues Team 2nd place and have qualified for National Competition: Anna Maria Christian Ellianna Flinn Alexis Salle Halee Magee Neveah Mitchell Tanea O’Steen Nikaala Collins Cecilia Morgan

CLASS OF 2023 FRESHMAN ORIENTATION GlenOak High School would like to welcome the Class of 2023 for Freshmen Orientation on Monday, August 12, 2019. Times for the event are: Last Name A-L 5:30-6:30 pm Last Name M-Z 6:30-7:30 pm

Public Service Announcement: 5th place in Ohio Riley Lockard Narayan Argenio Jason Cary Desmond Sharpe Miranda Hendershot Physical Therapy Skills Jasmine Clark, 1st place

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ADULTS

Knitting Club

Needlechat Every Wednesday, 10–11 a.m.

Join fellow knitters and crocheters to work on current projects at all skill levels while sharing tips and tricks.

An Evening With Sherlock Holmes Wednesday, Jun 19 | 6:30–7:45 p.m.

A dramatic presentation from Actor Jim Knight.

Mystery Book Club 4–5 p.m.

Jun 20 All Mortal Flesh by Julia Spencer Fleming Jul 18 The Late Show by Michael Connelly Aug 15 Started Early, Took My Dog by Kate Atkinson

9–Square Quilt Block

Wednesday, Aug 7 | 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Discover the joy of quilting while sewing a 9-square quilt block.

TECHNOLOGY

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StarkLibrary.org/AUniverseofStories Coloring Page Creation Contest Enter your best library or book-related drawings for a chance to be featured in our new Stark Library coloring book. Categories for all ages (and adults, too)! For entry guidelines and categories, visit StarkLibrary.org/ColoringBook.

Thursday, Jul 18 | 6–7:30 p.m.

Learn to convert VHS tapes to DVDs and vinyl records to digital files.

Word I Basics for Seniors Thursday, Aug 1 | 1–2:30 p.m.

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for Seniors Thursday, Aug 1 | 1–2:30 p.m.

Word is one of the building blocks for developing and expanding your Office skills.

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Excel I Basics

for Seniors Thursday, Aug 8 | 1–2:30 p.m.

Spreadsheets allow you to create lists of information to track, generate charts and assist with numeric formulas. While you build and refine your Excel skills, create a small business inventory sheet.

Intro to Chromebooks Thursday, Aug 8 | 6–7:30 p.m.

Chromebooks are becoming more popular in schools and among the general public.

Learn more about what Chromebooks are and how you can use them in place of traditional laptops.

Manage Your Files & Folders with Windows for Seniors Thursday, Aug 15 | 1–2:30 p.m.

Learn to create shortcuts for files, folders, how to organize your files, empty and recover files from the Recycle Bin, adjust speaker volume, and mute speaker sound.

2019 SENIOR CLASS ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Over 150 students were recognized during the senior academic awards ceremony for their outstanding work in the classroom, community and for their arts and athletic accomplishments. During the evening students received plaques for their superior work in academic content areas and career and technical programs. Students receiving diploma with honors were required to meet 8 out of 9 sets of criteria by the Ohio Department of Education including a minimum of 3.5 cumulative GPA and/or a 27 on the ACT. Many local businesses, organizations and community members attended providing generous scholarships to deserving students. The awards night offers the opportunity for students to meet the people behind the scholarship, and personally thank them for their support as they work toward a college degree.

NOTEWORTHY AWARDS Outstanding Seniors: Jonah Nieschwitz and Delaney Ferrell Commencement Speakers: Best in Class: Lauren Turner, Class Choice: Ryan Meister Jr. Repository Teen of the Month: Sheetal Tallada Repository Teen Board: Alexis Fricker Counselor Resiliency Award: Hannah Gariepy

CONTENT AWARDS Dance: Tristan Monteith

Intro to Chromecast

Drama: Jenna Jamison

Thursday, Aug 15 | 6–7:30 p.m.

English: Alexis Patton

Explore the Chromecast, a versatile device from Google that enables you to stream videos on a TV.

French: Hannah Gariepy

Excel I Basics

Microsoft Office Thursday, Aug 22 | 1–2:30 p.m.

Spreadsheets allow you to create lists of information to track, generate charts and assist with numeric formulas. While you build and refine your Excel skills, create a small business inventory sheet.

ALL AGES

Teddy Bear Expo

Automotive Technology: Dillon Walter Commercial Photography: Mary Shanower

Spanish: Marilyn Recarte

Construction Trades: Dominic Bisesi

Chinese: Marilyn Recarte

Cosmetology: Emily Wasnak

Instrumental Music: Alex Derlich

Engineering: Marshal Byham

String Ensemble: Ariana Kiriakou

Entertainment Technology: Mekenzie Keogh

Mathematics: Alyssa Blanc

Health Technologies: Shelby Summers

Science: Tyler Micco Social Studies: Rebekah Stranger Speech: Jonathan Sams Visual Art: Kathryn Milek

High School of Business: Nikolas Geier Job Training Coordination: Cameron Board

Jun 1–20 | Library Hours

Vocal Music : Mackenzie King

Teacher Pathways: Emily Hippich

Enjoy an enchanting exhibit of hundreds of teddy bears from local collections sure to bring a smile to your face.

Advancement to Nursing: Hali Anderson

Video Production: Elizabeth Salvino

Stuffed Animal Display

Quilt Expo

Wrapped in Colors Aug 1–23 | Library Hours Quilts to encourage beginners and inspire experienced quilters will be on display.

Animation & Graphic Design: Thomas Pedrotty

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2019 SENIOR CLASS ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS - CONTINUED OHSAA AWARDS OHSAA Scholar Athlete Award: Ryan Meister Jr.; Lauren Turner Archie Griffin Awards: Dean Sarris; Jessica Hahn

Boys Track: Nikolas Geier, Nicholas Guardado, Justin Knoch, Ryan Meister Jr., Tyler Gray Girls Track: Delaney Curran Boys Tennis: Micah Rehrman

OHSAA Sportsmanship Ethics and Integrity/Service Award: Mitchell Garcia; Delaney Ferrell

Boys Bowling: Dominic Bisesi

NHFS Awards of Excellence: Nicholas Guardado; Olivia Herberghs

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS AWARDS

GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARDS Boys Cross Country: Jeremy Busken, Nikolas Geier, Nicholas Guardado, Clay Hawkins, Philip Kaufholtz, Justin Knoch, Ryan Meister, Brett Dobransky, Tyler Gray

Gymnastics: Suzanne Funk

Scholastic Excellence Awards: Conner Heald; Victoria Serena Distinguished Athlete Awards: Justin Knoch; Jade Abdulla Semper Fidelis Awards for Musical Excellence: Kytt Rothermel; Taylor Rollins

Girls Cross County: Alaina Smith

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Football: Collin Thompson

Warstler Brothers Scholarship: Travis Stout

Boys Golf: Tyler Micco Girls Golf: Tina Athans & Jessica Hahn

Chuck Steiner Memorial Scholarship: Louis Janowicz

Boys Soccer: Kameron Davis

Fox Brothers Scholarship: Dean Sarris

Girls Soccer: Savanah Donnelly, Adriana Gutierrez

Walthers Cafe’ Scholarship: Randy Howard

Boys Tennis: Micah Rehrman

GlenOak Kickoff Club Scholarship: Mitchell Garcia, Austin Forester

Girls Tennis: Lauren Bodner & Sheetal Tallada Volleyball: Ashley Stumperth; Madilyn Parent Cheerleading: Olivia Herberghs & Kaylee Ferguson Girls Basketball: Jade Abdulla Boys Swimming: Ryan Meister Jr. & Justin Knoch Girls Swimming: Lauren Turner Wrestling: Nick Nash Baseball: Noah Lemus-Barrera Girls Lacrosse: Lauren Turner Softball: Alecia Hamilton

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Belden Village Kiwanis Scholarship in Honor of Rev. Monsignor Joseph A. Krispinsky: Nicholas Guardado Plain Local Teachers’ Association Aspiring Educator Scholarship: Emily Hippich Vocal Patron’s Association: Sophia Kiriakou Perennial Smiles/ Dr. Stephanie Morgan Scholarship (NEW): Michael Dietrich Junior Achievement Scholarship: Ian Gill ARMY ROTC Scholarship: Taylor Rollins

2019 SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS Madison Allison-Smith Kent State - $5,500 Christina Athans OHIO Premier Scholarship $12,192 Morgan Barker Deshayes - $64,000 Sophia Barr Akron Guaranteed Scholarship $19,500 Alyssa Blanc Maximus Scholarship - $3,000 per year Lauren Bodner Drenta Family Scholarship - $500 Glenwood Class of 1962 Scholarship - $500 Oceiana Bond Thompson Scholarship for Working Families - $5,000 Kyle Boron Akron Guarantee Scholarship $2,500 renewable Natalee Bradley The Akron Guarantee Scholarship $19,500 Andrew Brinkman Presidential Scholarship - $18,000 Music Performance Award - $3,500 Capital Connect Grant - $4,130 Jeremy Busken Akron guarantee scholarship $30,000 Dale Chenoweth William Honors College Scholarship - $1,000 per year Choose Ohio First Scholarship $5,500 per year Akron Guarantee Scholarship $4,500 per year Elizabeth Cirese Italian American festival - $2,000 Jasmine Clark Slippery Rock Freshman - $2,000 Moriah Clay PLIMPA Scholarship - $500

Dylan Colopy Akron Guarantee scholarship $19,500 Underrepresented student scholarship - $1,000 Wardman, Catherine J Scholarship $1,000 Alexis Conner Underrepresented Scholarship $2,500 Delaney Curran Trustee Scholarship - $4,000 Honors Scholarship - $1,000 Honors Residence Scholarship $500

Ian Gill JA Student Achievement Scholarship - $1,125 Domenico Gioiello Presidential Scholarship - $22,000 Rev Rufus Tarrant AWD - $2,000 Capital Connect Grant - $3,015 Federal Work Study - $2,000 Gabriella Gonzalez Agricultural Technical Institute $12,000 Tyler Gray Akron Guarantee Scholarship $4,500

Michael Dietrich Perennial Smiles - $1,000 University of Mount Union Grant $150 University of Mount Union Founder’s Scholarship - $16,000

Elijah Hall Kent State Stark Freshmen Premiere Scholarship - $4,000

Jace Floyd OSU Morrill Scholarship - $10,000 Judge Ira G. Turpin Scholarship $500

Emily Hippich Honors Scholarship - $500 Trustee Scholarship - $2,000

Grace Foltz Dean’s Scholarship Alexis Ford Underrepresented scholarship $2,500 Campbell, Homer C. scholarship $1,000

Conner Heald Provost Scholarship - $2,000

Peyton Howell Branch Rickey - $30,000 Alexis Hunter Dean’s List - $60,000 Rebecca Jackson Presidential Scholarship at Johnson & Wales University - $17,000

Austin Forester MLK - $1,500 Gessner - $5,000

Kathleen Kee Akron Guarantee Scholarship $5,500/year

Alexis Fricker Teen Court - $250 Chick-fil-A remarkable Futures $2,500 RedHawk Excellence Scholarship $6,000 per year

Mackenzie King Kent State Trustees Scholarship $16,000

Suzanne Funk Cincinnatus scholar - $2,500 Nucor Foundation Scholarship $3,500 Brian B. Beck Memorial Scholarship $1,000 Hannah Gariepy PEO Foundation Scholarship- $850 The College Club of Canton Scholarship Loan - $1,500 Nikolas Geier University Freshman Academic Scholarship - $6,000 Canton Alumni Chapter Scholarship - $1,000

Justin Knoch Trustee Scholarship - $18,000 Ryan Lattavo Trustees Scholarship - $1,000 Noah Lemud-Barrera Oscar Ritchie - $2,500 Others - $18,000 Carol Maag Dean’s Scholarship - $25,000 Alumni Award - $2,000

Dillon McFarland Walsh Merit Scholarship - $14,000 Kaylee McKee University of Findlay - $138,000 Ryan Meister, Jr Presidential Scholarship - $31,000 Cameron Monnette Student Achievement Award $3,000 Madylin Parent Akron Freshman Scholarship $2,500 Fritch, Erwin & Ada Scholarship$3,500 Akron’s Guarantee Scholarship$3,000 Corey Phillips Diving Choir Academic Sarah Pinney Brothers of Christian Instruction Scholarship - $13,000 Zach Pittman Freshman Scholarship - $4,000 Matthew Popa AMDA VIP Scholarship - $1,000 AMDA merit-based scholarship $7,000 Marilyn Recarte GD Scholarship - $40,000 Oberlin College Scholarship $73,700 /year Micah Rehrman CEAS General Scholarship $3,000 Cincinnatus Century Scholar $2500.

Taylor Rollins Pastoral Scholarship - $500/semester Alexandra Roma Kent State Unviersity - $3,500 Dean Sarris Cafaro Co. - $3,000 Victoria Serena Trustee’s Scholarship - $1,000

Lacy Manzell Walsh Scholarship - $16,000 Leaders in Social Justice Scholarship - $2,000

Alaina Smith Cleveland State Presidential Scholarship - $6,000 Canton Scottish Masonry - $1,000

Chandler McCoury $8,000 per semester Work Force Scholarship

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2019 SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS - CONTINUED Rebekah Stranger Stuckey Memorial Scholarship - $2,000 (Renewable) We the Students Essay Contest (Honorable Mention) $500 Malone Academic Honors Scholarship - $1,000 (Renewable) Emma and Walter Malone Scholarship - $18,000 (Renewable) Sheetal Tallada MLK Commission Scholarship - $1,500 Haws Leadership Scholarship- $500 Kenyon Stem Scholars Program - $5,500 Renewable Ohio Osteopathic Association (Osteopathic Medical Award) - $100

Kyle Thomas Presidential Scholarship - $24,000 Capital Connect Grant - $8,500 American Baptist Home Mission Society - $750 Abby Tripp Ohio State Trustees scholarship - $1,000/year Lauren Turner Ohio State’s Maximus Scholarship - $12,000 Davita K&T Scholarship - $3,000 Madeline Whytsell Presidential Scholarship - $25,500 Housing Scholarship - $2,000 UA Now Scholarship - $2,000

2019 FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS This year, The Plain Local Schools Foundation & Alumni Association presented 23 scholarships totaling almost $15,000 at the Senior Awards Ceremony on May 8th in the GlenOak Theater. The Plain Local Schools Foundation was created in 1989 to help ensure quality educational experiences by serving as a receptacle for special private gifts and funds on behalf of Plain Local Schools.

Below are 16 individual scholarships of the Plain Local Schools Foundation & Alumni Association and the 2019 award recipients: Florence Elizabeth Barr Memorial Scholarship – In memory of Florence Barr, an outstanding female athlete and revered educator in the Plain Local School District, this scholarship is awarded each year to a young woman who is an exceptional student athlete. The 2019 Florence Barr MeChristina Athans morial Scholarship recipient, Christina Athans, will be receiving $1,000 towards her studies at Ohio University, where she plans to study Biology/PreMed. Christina is a 4-year letter winner in golf as well as in marching band.

Brian D. Beck Memorial Scholarship – Honoring 2008 GlenOak graduate, Brian Beck, and his passion for the Plain Local Health Tech program, this award is given to a GlenOak student who will be pursuing a degree in the medical field. Funding for this scholSuzanne Funk arship is received through the annual “Father’s Day 5k” race, which was created by Brian’s family. Receiving $1,000 towards her studies in Neuroscience at the University of Cincinnati is the 2019 recipient, Suzanne Funk. Suzanne was a member of the gymnastics team and participated in a school trip to France in the summer of 2018.

Peter N. Cazantzes Memorial Scholarship - An educator in Plain Local for over 30 years, Peter Cazantzes dedicated his life to improving the lives of those around him. He demanded the most from his students and gave selflessly to his community. The Cazantzes family and friends have established Ariana Kiriakou this memorial scholarship to recognize a Plain Local graduating senior who has shown a ded-

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ication to his or her community and exemplifies strong moral character. The 2019 recipient of this $1,000 scholarship is Ariana Kiriakou, who plans to study PreMed at Kent State University. Kiriakou was involved in Student Council and Key Club. She also was a member of Teen Court, Science Club, Spirit Club, and World Language Club.

Plain Local Alumni Association/Drenta Family Scholarship – The PLSAA/Drenta Family Scholarship was established to award graduating seniors who are the children or grandchildren of a past graduate from any of the Plain Local high schools or a member of the Lauren Bodner Plain Local Schools Alumni Association. The scholarship also honors Vic and Darlene Drenta, whom are both alumni and career educators of the Plain Local School District. The 2019 recipients, of a $500 scholarship, are Lauren Bodner, Sophia Kiriakou, and Ariana Kiriakou. Lauren will attend Miami University where she will Sophia Kiriakou double major in Neuroscience and Psychology. Both of her grandparents, Chuck and Sue, graduated from Glenwood and her mother, Anna, was a 1990 GlenOak graduate.

Lauren was a NHS member. She was also involved in OMUN, Key Club, Student Council, a member of the girls tennis team and involved in the Plain Ariana Kiriakou Local Dance Program for eight years.

Sophia will study Psychology at Kent State University. Her mother, Diana, was a 1988 GlenOak graduate. Sophia was a member of NHS, Key Club, Teen Court, Student Council, and Choir. Ariana will study Pre-Med at Kent State University. Her mother,

2019 FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS - CONTINUED Diana, was a 1988 graduate of GlenOak High School.

Ariana was a member of Student Council, Key Club, Teen Court, and Spirit Club.

Thomas Filicky Memorial Scholarship - Thomas Filicky was an exemplary teacher, mentor, leader and friend throughout his 44 year tenure in the Plain Local School District. Mr. Filicky was honored with various awards throughout his career, and was pasMekenzie Keogh sionate about mentoring young people. This annual $500 scholarship is awarded to a GlenOak High School graduating senior who has demonstrated excellence in academics, arts, leadership, and community service. Mekenzie Keogh will be receiving the 2019 award, which she will use towards her studies at Cleveland State University where she will study Stage Management. Keogh worked her senior year as the Stage right manager and volunteered for the musical Guys and Dolls. She was a member of Key Club, NHS, and Symphonic Winds.

Abbey E. Foltz Memorial Scholarship – Abbey Foltz, a 1999 GlenOak graduate, lost her courageous battle to cancer in August 2000. Throughout her illness, Abbey continued to persevere, and was a high achiever in arts and academics. Abbey’s parents and Mackenzie King family, all of whom were also Plain Local graduates, have established this scholarship for GlenOak students in order to commemorate Abbey’s love for music and to honor her memory.

Receiving the $500 award this year is Mackenzie King, who will be studying Adolescent Psychology at Kent State University. King was a member of NHS, Notables and Drifters, and Thespian Society.

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Haws Leadership Scholarship – This scholarship was established by Plain Township Trustee, Scott Haws, upon his election to office on his promise to give back to the community. The scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who best exemplify an excellence in the academics and the areas of community service, leadership and athletics. The 2019 recipients of the $500 award are Jessica Hahn and Sheetal Tallada. Jessica will attend the University of Akron and will study Nursing. She was a letter-winner in golf. Sheetal will attend Kenyon College and study Neuroscience.

She was a member of the girls tennis team, NHS, Student Council, and Speech and Debate.

Bill Mease Memorial Scholarship – Dedicated to a former Plain Local educator and superintendent, the Bill Mease Memorial Scholarship honors the man who strived to improve the educational opportunities of thousands of children in the Plain Local community. Bill was the inspiration and driving force behind the concept of a community high school campus among other educational programs that laid the framework making Plain

Local an excellent place to learn. This scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors who demonstrate excellence in academics and at least three of the following four areas: athletics, leadership, the fine arts and community service. Receiving the $1,000 Nicholas Guardado award is the 2019 recipient, Nicholas Guardado, who plans to attend Duke University to study Biomedical Engineering and Neuroscience. He was a member of Speech and Debate, NHS, Choir, Student Council and earned the rank of Eagle Scout.

Tydin Miller Memorial Scholarship Tydin Miller, a 2005 graduate of GlenOak High School, began with her Delaney Ferrell life as an orphan in Vietnam. Tydin developed a positive attitude toward everything she encountered and, with the help of her family, friends, teachers, and coaches, Tydin became a persevering kid full of hope and happiness. Tydin’s family and friends have established this scholarship to celebrate the life of a young woman who helped others, worked diligently and never gave up. The 2019 recipient of the Tydin Miller Memorial Scholarship, receiving $500, is Delaney Ferrell. Delaney will study Nursing at Malone University. She has participated in the Health Tech Program as well as cross country, swimming, track and field, Student Council and NHS. The Glenwood Class of 1962 Scholarship - This scholarship is established by the graduates of Glenwood High Lauren Bodner School Class of 1962, who feel strongly about giving back to current Plain Local students in their pursuit of higher education. Receiving the 2019 awards of $500 each are Lauren Bodner and Olivia Scrimo. Lauren will attend Miami University where she will double major in Neuroscience and Psychology. Lauren was a NHS Olivia Scrimo member. She was also involved in OMUN, Key Club, Student Council, a member of the girls tennis team and involved in the Plain Local Dance Program for eight years. Both of her grandparents, Chuck and Sue, graduated from Glenwood and her mother, Anna, graduated from GlenOak. Olivia will attend Ohio University and major in Education. She participated in the Teacher Pathways program, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Student Council, Key Club, and Spirit Club. Her grandfather, Vic, graduated from Glenwood, and her mother, Dena, graduated from GlenOak. Plain Local Teachers Association Harry Timpe Scholarship – This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to graduatRebekah Stranger ing seniors who will be entering the education field and who demonstrate the characteristics of an outstanding educator. Harry Timpe was a dedicated and passionate career-educator continued on page 16

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2019 FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS - CONTINUED in the Plain Local School District. The effects that Timpe had on his students were everlasting and changed the face of education in Plain Local. The 2019 Harry Timpe Scholarship recipient is Rebekah Stranger. Rebekah will attend Malone University in the fall. She plans on studying Intergrated Social Studies/Secondary English Education. She was a member of NHS, World Language Club, and the dance program at GlenOak. Evans/Yohe Family Video ASL - This is the first year of this $250 scholarship. Established by Denise (Yohe) Evans (and family), 1982 GlenOak alumni, in honor of her brother, Rick Yohe, who lost his hearing at age 2 due to spinal meningitis, and Rick’s Raena Temelkoff family. Rick and his wife Gwen were instrumental in getting the ASL classes started at GlenOak, and also support the deaf community in a variety of ways, including the annual Deaf Christmas party that GlenOak students participate in each year. The 2019 first winner of this scholarship is Raena Temelkoff. Raena will attend Kent State University and plans to study American Sign Language Interpreting. She was a member of NHS, Choir, Thespian Society, and the World Language Club.

Evans Family Video Production/Photography Scholarship - This is the first year of this $250 scholarship.

Established by Denise (Yohe) Evans (and family), GlenOak 1982 alumni, in honor of her son, Brad Evans (GO 2014). Brad graduated from Kent Elizabeth Salvino State in 2018 with a degree in film.

After graduation from Kent, Brad participated in the Disney College Program. Brad eventually accepted a full-time position with Walt Disney World.

He credits the GlenOak Video Production Department and Mr. Josh Branch for giving him a great head start in his future. The 2019 first winner of this scholarship is Elizabeth Salvino. Elizabeth will attend Cleveland State University and plans to study Film. She was a member of Student Council, Key Club, Band, and Stage Crew for in-school performances.

Jim Hillibish Scholarship in Journalism - This is the first year of this $1,000 scholarship. Established in memory of Jim Hillibish, who worked for the Canton Repository for parts of five decades, writing stories, feature and entertainment articles, editorials, and general interest commentaries, as well Brett Dobransky as columns on gardening, cooking, and computers. He held various positions at the Canton Repository, such as photographer, reporter, columnist, entertainment writer, feature editor, bureau chief, lifestyle section editor, editorial writer and editorial board member. He also helped to create the newspapers entertainment section, and in 1996, designed and launched CantonRep.com. While at Glenwood High School, he studied journalism and became the Editor-In-Chief of the school newspaper, The Eagle’s View, his senior year. The 2019 first winner of this scholarship is Brett Dobransky. Brett will attend West Virginia University and plans to study Journalism. He was an

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officer for NHS, participated in Cross Country, Teen Court, OMUN, and Junior Polymer Ambassadors. He participated in News Staff since his sophomore year. He was the Entertainment Editor his junior year, and the Editor-in-Chief his senior year.

Plain Township Fire Department Scholarship - This is the first year for this $500 scholarship. Established by Hali Anderson the Plain Township Fire Department and the Firefighter Union IAFF Local 2967. Scholarships are awarded to deserving GlenOak High School seniors entering college that best exemplify demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, and community service. This scholarship is open to Mallory Compson all GlenOak students enrolled in the Health Tech, Tech Prep, or the Nursing program. The 2019 first winners of this scholarship are Hali Anderson, Mallory Compson, Shelby Summers and Michaela Patterson. Hali will attend Defiance College and will study Nursing. She has volunteered for the Shelby Summers GlenOak Mat Club and Safety City.

Mallory will attend the University of Akron and study Exercise Science.

Shelby is a member of NHS, and Student Council. Shelby will attend Wilmington College and will study Athletic Training. She is a member of NHS and has worked over 450 hours as a Michaela Patterson student trainer. Michaela will attend Kent Stark and study Nursing. She is a member of NHS and participated in the GlenOak dance program.

Sydney Kleptach Memorial Scholarship - This is the first year for this $1,000 scholarship. Sydney was a 2018 graduate of GlenOak High School, and a student at the University of Mount Union. She was majoring in both Biology and French.

She was a member of the women’s Alaina Smith soccer team. In high school, she was the president of the National Honor Society, a student ambassador, a Varsity soccer player, and she dedicated over 900 hours to community service. She sang in the choir, created realistic drawings, and played musical instruments. Due to her dedication to education, GlenOak National Honor Society and the Student Council have established this scholarship for students to commemorate Sydney’s passion for life as demonstrated through leadership, philanthropy, the arts, and/ or athletics to honor her memory. The 2019 first winner of this scholarship is Alaina Smith. Alaina will attend Cleveland State University and study Psychology. She was a member of the volleyball and cross country teams. She participated in NHS, and volunteered in her community.

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dowment fund. Over the years, more than 32,000 alumni and Foundation friends have contributed more than $625,000 to the foundation general endowment fund in addition to the above scholarship funds. Monies raised are focused on the need to continually develop new resources that enable the Foundation to address the program and scholarship needs of the Plain Local School District and support the District’s educational philosophy of “Educating the Whole Child”.

Gifts to the Plain Local Schools Foundation provide the opportunity for every Eagle to achieve his or her highest goals. The generosity of our donors allows the Foundation to support every facet of the Plain Local School District and to enrich the lives of youths in our community. To establish an endowed fund, give a gift to benefit the students of the Plain Local School District, or for more information, contact Anna Bodner, Executive Director of the Plain Local Schools Foundation and Alumni Association at foundation@plainlocal.org, or call 330-491-3870.

STUDENTS HONOR TEACHERS AT ACHIEVEMENT BANQUET The GlenOak Adult Booster Club honored the top 25 seniors in the class of 2019 at a dinner and banquet in April. The event is an opportunity for students to recognize the teacher or staff member that had the most influence on their education. Each student is given the opportunity to read a tribute to his or her guest of honor and present them with a plaque.

Top 25 Student Honorees and Teachers: Student Name Alyssa Blanc Dale Chenoweth Rocco Cleavenger Jace Floyd Alexis Fricker Suzanne Funk Hannah Gariepy Nicholas Guardado Jessica Hahn Clay Hawkins Olivia Herberghs Philip Kaufholz Emily Kennedy

Educator Name Emily Palmer Chad Palmer Heather Corey Michelle Hahn Kristin Fleming Julie Filliez Jennifer Austin Brian Kieffer Kristin Wellman Roberta Scott Ryan Foltz Kortney Milford Nathan Bodenschatz

Student Name Mackenzie King Ariana Kiriakou Justin Knoch Kaylee McKee Ryan Meister, Jr. Tristan Monteith Jonah Nieschwitz Marilyn Recarte Alaina Smith Rebekah Stranger Sheetal Tallada Abby Tripp Lauren Turner

Educator Name Theresa Rhoads Megan Bird Tara Cerrezuela Leslie Strayer Zachary Hawkins Jacque Blaydes Samantha Burchfield Jennifer Howard Dori Hess Jill Collet Matt Brown Maria Speakman Julie Bertke

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2019!

SYMBOLS OF ACHIEVEMENT The following symbols denote exceptional student accomplishments.

Diploma with Honors – Students receiving a Diploma with Honors have met the required criteria set forth by the State Board of Education.

have met the community service requirement of 120 hours over four years, attendance and academic standards set forth by the GlenOak High School Administration committee.

National Honor Society – NHS members are wearing gold cords and officers are wearing blue and gold cords. Students met the community service, attendance and academic standards set forth by GlenOak High School for four years.

Seal of Biliteracy - The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation.

Four Year Recipient of Academic Letter – Recognized students are wearing a green and gold cord. Students who have earned the Academic Letter

GLENOAK CLASS OF 2019 Jade O’Neal Abdulla Nicholas Gabriel Ady Morgan Elizabeth Alexander Madison Rayn Allison-Smith Rana A Alrashed Hali Nicole Anderson Darschell Diane Anthony Trevor William Appleby Christopher Jerome Armstead Christina Ioanna Athans Bridget Jeanette Ault Madison Whitney Babics Jaida Anae Ballard Elijah James Barbosa Morgan Renee Barker Allison Jo Barnett Sophia Alexis Barr Chi Charles Terrance Barrino-Goins Justin Bassett Noah Alfred Baylis Luke Allen Beall Alex Beighley Damon Jacob Beitzel Nicholas Todd Best Michael David Beule Bryce Michael Bihlman Desiree Lenee Billingsley Dominic Thomas Bisesi Alyssa Morgan Blanc Cameron Michael Board Lauren Michelle Bodner Seth Daniel Bolyard Mason Michelle Bond Oceiana Marie Bond Kyle James Boron Zachary Spencer Boswell Natalee Anne Bradley Richard LaMarr Bradley Victoria Taylor Bradley Jor’el Lemar Brantley Jordan Ray Brean

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Fine Arts Specialization

Alyissa Nicole Brewer

Delaney Sue Curran

Daniel Joseph Bridenthal

Aa’Jae’Nae Charay Cutts

Andrew Clayton Brinkman

Justin Lee Dalton

Taejahree Amiah Broad-Strychalski

Cody Joseph Kent Davie

Tristan Alexander Broom

Cody Brian Davis

Jonathan David Brown

Kameron Ryan Davis

Dakota Andrew Burnham

Kevin Sutherland Davis

Jeremy Edward Busken

Ny’Zhrae Capree Davis

Paul Nicholas Byers

Matelyn Ann Day

Marshal Mark Thomas Byham

Andrew John Dearth

Michael Paul Caley

Saxon Aliah Decker

Gloria Elizabeth Campbell

Dominic Joseph DeFine

Cameron Bernard Campian

Kyle Edward Dekowski

Frank Jacob Carrasco

Renzo Martin Delzo

Sierra Brittney Casey

Alexander Edward Derlich

Sophia Marie Cashner

Kelly Nichole De Sarro

Marron Olivia Casto

Haeli Jordan DeVinney

Caitlynn Soutsada Chanthip

Michael Alan LoDico Dietrich

Conner Martin Chapman

Nathan James Dimmerling

Jordy Manuel Chavarria

Brett Allen Dobransky

Dale Edward Chenoweth

Caimen Michael Domer

Annamaria Christian

Savanah Lee Donnelly

Isabella Jolie Ciccarelli

Denzell Alan Lee Dotson

Elizabeth Ann Cirese

Madeline Logue Downing

Ashley Nichole Clark

Joe’Neetra Teara Dudley

Jasmine Marie Clark

Nah’Ja E’mani Lashae Duncan

Moriah Leighanne Clay

Destiny Rochelle Duren

Tylar John Cleary

Reagan Jane Dyer

Rocco Ara Cleavenger

Is’lynn Renee Edwards

Taylor Lynn Cline

Tyler Elijah Ellis

Rhys Anthony Coffelt

Nathaniel Edward Fabinak

Jaahlen Darcel Collier

Kaylee Nicole Ferguson

Dylan Matthew Colopy

Delaney Marie Ferrell

Mallory Lynn Compson

Serena Michelle Fink

Tierney Faye Condict

Evan Christopher Flaherty

Alexis Mariah Conner

Stephanie Kaitlyn Fleming

Michael Lewis Cook

Myah Lauren Fletcher

Seth Michael Corrick

David Michael Flood

Kristina Elizabeth Courtney

Jace Alexander Floyd

Lucas Gavin Crawford

Grace Elizabeth Foltz

Jasiah Christian Crider

Alec Richard Fonte

Madyson Eileen Crites

Blake Alan Fonte

Landon Giancarlos Cubilla

Alexis Desirae Ford

Nia Jenay Hill

Jonathan Patrick Lilly

Austin Andreas Forester

Emily Morgan Hippich

Talia Marie Longberry

Chloe Jean Fraley

Bryn Leeann Hocking

Austin Tyler Lovejoy

YaKeema Chassidy Franklin

Lauren Iris Hoffman

Jessica Lynn Lovell-Sites

Andrew Joseph Franz

Jacob Thomas Hon

Seth Michael Ludwig

Cincere Lorenz Freeman-Jones

Kelianne Houk

Carol Ann Maag

Kenneth Adam French

Connor Patrick House

Terrance Terrell Mack

Timothy Martin French

Randall Joseph Howard

Augustia Kenny Mackey VI

Alexis Elena Fricker

George Edward Howell

Shannon Marie Madden

Suzanne Marie Funk

Peyton Sierra Howell

Aaron Martin Magueyal

Jesus Garcia

Thomas Ray Huffine

Lacy Elizabeth Manzell

Mitchell Scott Garcia

Alexis Paige Hunter

Madison Elizabeth Marconi

Hannah Elizabeth Gariepy

Amanda Rose Hupp

Joclynn Marie Marshall

Dean D’Ante Gattis

Justin Talon Hurst

Louandra Anne Marshall

Nikolas Austin Geier

Zechariah Hye

Joshua Todd Rashi Martin

Ian Michael Gill

Spencer Charleds Ikey

Victor Hugo Martinez

Amber Marie Gingerich

Justin Nicholas Imler

Connor Edward Martzolf

Domenico David Gioiello

Kaitlyn Elizabeth Ingram

Brandon Matthew Mayle

Gabriella Rosa Gonzalez

Ryan Michael Irwin

Charles Jared Mayle

Zachary Lee Goodman

Kaileb Allen Jackson

Chloe Renee Mayle

Caleb Lee Grant

Rebecca Nicole Jackson

Madelyn Joy Mayle

Lexus Cerria Gray

Jenna Nicole Jamison

Julion Jovanni Mazzan

Tyler James Gray

Louis Gregory Janowicz

Brock Nathaniel Paul McAllister

Emmalee Maelynn Green

Ciara Shizuko Janssen

Matthew David McCahan

Noah Everett Griffor

Aliyah Leonna Johnson

Steven Patrick McCaulley

Jala Rachelle Grimes

Destiny Denae Johnson

Londen Michael McCleskey

Alexzander Scott Grimm

Erika Lynn Johnson

Maurice Isaiah McCleskey

Michael Patrick Gross

Chase Austin Jones

Nicholas Alexander Guardado

Mariah Nicole Jordan

Chandler Suzanne McCoury Dillon William McFarland

John David Guiffre

Philip Daniel Kaufholz

Kaylee Louise McKee

Adriana Alexandra Gutierrez

Kathleen Mariah Kee

Ryan Michael Meister Jr.

Andrew Garnett Hackett

Rayna Nicole Keller

Adelys Irene Melendez

Ameer Trory Haddad

Emily Elizabeth Kennedy

Aijahlay Renee Mercer

Jessica Taylor Hahn

Mekenzie Hope Keogh

Tyler Austin Micco

Bryce Allen Haldeman

Taylor Jaclyn Kimble

Kathryn Anne Milek

Elijah Michael Hall

Chyna Renee Kindell

Aaron James Miller

Alecia Marie Hamilton

Mackenzie Marie King

Logan Anthony Miller

Camryn Rayne Hamilton

Ariana Maria Kiriakou

Siera Gene Miller

Ian Norman Hankinson

Athena Evie Kiriakou

TomQuan Ragland Miller

Kinsley Faith Harbert

Sophia Angelina Kiriakou

Jacob Rusell Mishak

Kenya Lee Harrington

Kevin Ray Kirk

Taeron Terrell Mitchell-Stovall

Clay Raymond Hawkins

Justin Carl Klotz

Leroy S Mitchell-Tavares

Kristin Gabrielle Hayden

Ashley Nicole Knoch

Tyler Austin Mohler

Gavin Frederick Hayes

Justin Alan Knoch

Lorenzo Jabezz Monday

Conner David Heald

Kinsey Marie Knoch

Cameron Michael Monnette

Aaron M Heckman

Samuel Patrick Kohan

Tristan Blake Monteith

Adam M Heckman

Sydney Alexandra Konic

Zipporah Nicole Grace Moore

Olivia Rae Ann Hegal

McKenna Ricki Kramer

Cecilia Renee Morgan

Elizabeth Hannah Heime

Jason Allan Laird

Olivia Grace Nagy

Sydney Grace Hembree

Jacob Tomas Langfitt

Nicholas John Nash

Clayton Lee Hendrix

Ryan Patrick David Lattavo

Gage Angelo Nervo

Olivia Paige Herberghs

Andreya Diane Leavell

Jonah Joseph Nieschwitz

Matthew David Herttna

Deborah Nicole Lemke

Sydney Grae Pak

Hayley Alexis Hiles

Noah Gilbert Lemus-Barrera

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CLASS OF 2019 - CONTINUED Madylin Michelle Parent

Madison Nicole Schell

Daniel Isaiah Wagner

Vanessa Elizabeth Parker

Karalyn Paige Schwenk

Jared Robert Wahl

Taylor Joy Parson

Jacqueline Leeann Scott

Jordan Shyree Wallace

Brody Thomas Parsons

Olivia Marie Scrimo

Dillon James Walter

Elizabeth Marie Patterson

Victoria Rose Serena

Renee Marie Walton

Michaela Leigh Patterson

Cassandra Rae Sexton

Joseph Louis Warnken

Morgan Lynn Patterson

Alex Bashar Shaheen

Tyler Austin Warstler

Alexis Renee Patton

Mary Elizabeth Shanower

Justin Allen Washington

Christina Gale Paxton

Samantha Davidson Shapiro

Emily Marie Wasnak

Thomas Gerald Pedrotty

LaMar Esaiah Sharpe

Corey Draven Way

Alyssa Rae Peterson

Christiana Rose Sinanovic

Chasittie Danielle Peterson

Andrew Joseph Skolmutch

Savannah Rae Weaver Desirae Ann Webster

Mia Elizabeth Pfeiffer

Brian Scott Slabaugh

Hailee Alexis Welch

Corey Beck Phillips

Apollo Isaiah Slentz

Amanda Sue Welker

Cole Wesley Pieper

Daniel Robert Slomsky

Megan Victoria Wertz

Luke Anthony Pierquet

D’Lainee Grace Smiley

Marcellus Devon West

Sarah Beth Pinney

Alaina Rose Smith

Dylan Chase Weygandt

Zachary Andrew Pittman

Jamontez Taurius Smith

Misty Deanne Wheeler

Daniel Forest Podis

Keyes Julian Smith

Darius Tamar White

Jared Walter Edward Poirrier

Kiefer Smith

Destinee Janae White

Matthew David Popa

Thomas Kashaun Snell

Madeline Love Whytsell

John Allen Porter II

Felicia Michelle Spoon

Joseph Daniel Wickline

Maliyah Nicole Porter

Jacob Michael Stahleker

Aliaza Elizabeth Marie Williams

Adam David Postlewaite

Michael Troy Stamaton

Brittany Mariah Williams

Jenna Clair Potter

Athena Maria Steed

Coleton Michael Williams

Aiden Thomas Powell

Collin Anthony Stefan

Nyri Marae Williams

Brennan James Quinn

Samuel Tyler Stepanovich

Makayla Jo Williams-Dave

Shelby Kay Rabatin

Stevie Marie Stepanovich-Adkins

Adia Nicole Willock

Sanjay Sewak Ramjohn

Stone Isaiah Stepanovich-Adkins

Nicole Elizabeth Wise

Jayah Tiye Randle

Xavier James Stokes

Josephine Alise Wright

Nautika Akilah Randle

Travis Lee Stout

Kaylin Jodi Wyatt

Michael Maguire Rastetter

Nicole Brooke Strange

Angelina Maria Yacko

David Thomas Rauch

Rebekah Marie Stranger

Britainey Gail Yacko

Marilyn Abigail Recarte

Ashley Rose Stumperth

Zane Andrew Yohe

Micah Addison Rehrman

Morgan Lynn Stutler

Logan James Yoho

Kendall Jevon Richardson

Shelby Ann Summers

Madisen Lee’Ann Zakham

Charles Angelo Roberts

Ethan Michael Swan

Shane Richard Zutavern

Caleb Joshua Brian Robinson

Michayla Brooklyn Sweeney

Tyler Kenneth Zutavern

Evan Christopher Robinson

Joshua John Tabita

Taylor Mackenzie Rollins

Sheetal Sai Tallada

Alexandra Saree Roma

A’rya Rahj’e Taylor

Robert Jarod Ja-Andre Ross

Raena Nicole Temelkoff

Kytt Thomas Rothermel

Hiram Joseph Tharp

Keyanna Renee Rozier

Kyle Jeffrey Alexander Thomas

Addison Andrew Edward Rudd

Collin IsaacLamar Thompson

Hannah Paige Rugg

Abby Makayla Tripp

Kyle James Ryter

Drake Adam Trough

Alexis Nicole Salle

Lauren Elizabeth Turner

Elizabeth Marie Salvino

Hannah Mae Unkefer

Jonathan Peter Sams

Shelbie Lynn Updyke

Dean Michael Sarris

Hailey Raniya Vaughn

Emma Rose Saunders

Rocco Michael Villono

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CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE-FOREIGN EXCHANGE Cecilia Tonti Jakub Vitek Caio Zaccagnini

CAREER TECH PROGRAM UPDATES Program Name: CTE Music Production Instructor Name: David Thompson

Program Name: Theater Arts Instructor Name: Amy Sima-Dirham

Congratulations to the Career Tech Music Production students for their performances in the first ever Student Showcase. The May 2nd event featured live performances, film scores, experimental instruments, a DJ set, and more. Audience members enjoyed twelve performances in total from these well-rehearsed and creative students.

Next year’s showcase will be even bigger. Great Job!

Forty-two GOHS Theater Arts students accompanied by six chaperones stormed NY City, April 4th-7th. Students attended a musical theater workshop with Broadway performer, Ryan O’Brien. Later that evening, all saw him perform at the Ambassador Theater in the Broadway musical, Chicago. Mr. O’Brien commented that he had never had a group learn and demonstrate the musical theater skills as quickly as our students. Additional visits included a backstage tour of Radio City Music Hall, Times Square, The 9/11 Memorial, The MET, Central Park, a ferry ride around the Statue of Liberty and “haggling” in Chinatown. A wonderful time was had by all. Thank you to the Board of Education and Administration for sanctioning this wonderful experience.

The GlenOak High School Theater Arts Program sponsored the first ever Plain Playwright Festival. More than 35 written submissions were received from students across the district from grades 4-12. On April 11th, GOHS Theater Arts students performed 28 of those works in the Black Box theater to an oversold house.

In response to the success of this event, the Plain Playwright Festival will be moving to the Abbey Foltz stage in 2020.

GOHS CTE Music Production students Richie Hailstone and Danny Klotz prepare for a Showcase Performance

Program Name: Light and Sound Technologies Instructor Name: Tamara Traut On April 30th the Light and Sound Technologies students toured Umstattd Hall. Tech director Michael Workman talked to the students about the different types of events held in the facility, the lighting and sound equipment, and his responsibilities as full time facility tech director and stage manager for the Canton Symphony.

Theater students took a musical Theater Workshop with Chicago Broadway musical performer, Ryan O’Brien.

Program Name: Commercial Photography Instructor Name : Jeannene Mathis-Bertosa Junior Commercial Photography students began photographing at a few elementary schools within the district to add to the images for each school’s website. Students from this program document community and school district events as a part of their coursework.

Umstattd Hall tech director Michael Workman explains to the Light and Sound Technologies students how their hydraulic pit mechanism works as it lowers down to the storage area.

Bryan Moore, junior Commercial Photography student photographed students at work at Middlebranch Elementary.

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2019 PLAIN LOCAL SCHOOLS BOARD MEMBERS AND MEETINGS

Kristen Donohue Guardado President Term: 2018-2021 w: 330-489-3395 h: 330-497-2828

Eugene M. Cazantzes Vice President Term: 2016-2019 h: 330-456-5787

Monica Rose Gwin Term: 2016-2019 c: 330-417-5208

John W. Halkias Term: 2018-2021 c: 234-262-0470 h: 330-494-4719

Dr. Ambrose Perduk, Jr. Term: 2018-2021 h: 330-904-4620

2019 Meeting Dates: August 21 (7:00AM) - Administration Building September 18 - GlenOak High School October 16 - Glenwood Intermediate

June 29 (Special Meeting) (7:00AM) Administration Building July 24 - Administration Building

November 20 - Oakwood Middle December 11 - Administration Building

All meetings begin at 6:30 p.m unless otherwise noted

SAVE THE DATE

GOLDEN EAGLE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS

Save the date. The GlenOak Athletic Department will induct a new class into the Golden Eagle Athletic Association Hall of Fame on August 31, 2019. This year’s class will be introduced at Halftime of the varsity football Game vs. John Adams on August 30, 2019.

The Induction Ceremony will be held at Gervasi 6:00pm. Tickets are $40.00 and will be available August 1 in the GlenOak Ticket Office.

2019 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME JORI LESZCZYNSKI, CLASS OF 1992

ALAN GILHOUSEN, CLASS OF 1996

• 12 Varsity Letters Swimming, Cross Country, Track

• 3-Time Baseball Letterman, 2 Time Basketball Letterman

• All Ohio Swimming 1990, All District 4 years, All Federal League 4 years

• All-Federal League 3 Years

• Total: 8 Times All Federal League

• All-County 2 Years

• State Qualifier 3 Times in Cross Country

• All-Ohio 1996

• Member of 1988 State Championship Team

• Two-time State Champion in 1995-1996

• Class Valedictorian

• Played on GlenOak’s First Basketball team to reach Regional Competition

• Outstanding Senior Girl • Team Scholar Athlete Award Winner in All 3 Sports • Graduated in 3 Years from The Ohio St. University • Academic All-Big Ten • Member of USA Triathlon Team

GREG MCCLELLAN, CLASS OF 1996 • 4-Time Baseball Letterman • All- Federal League 3 Years • 1st Team All-Ohio 1996 • GlenOak School Records for Games played, at bats, and Homeruns • Two-time State Champion in 1995-1996 • Team Captain 1996 • Baseball Scholarship to Bowling Green St. University • GlenOak Head Baseball Coach

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• Baseball Scholarship to Bowling Green St. University • 4-time Bowling Green Letterman • 1st team All-Mid American Conference 1998

ANDREW GARMAN, CLASS OF 2010 • 3 Time All-Federal League Honors in Football • 2 Time All County 2008-2009 • All-Ohio 2008 and 2009 • 3 Time Playoff Qualifier • Federal League Champion 2009 • Played in GlenOak’s Only Regional Championship Game • School Record as All-Time Leader in Tackles • Defensive MVP 2008-09 • Football Scholarship to Ashland University

GLENOAK YOUTH ATHLETIC CAMPS Sign up online at glenoakathletics.org

LACROSSE YOUTH CAMP

GLENOAK YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMP

July 15-19 - Bob Cummings Stadium

June 17, 18, and 19 - GlenOak High School Main Gym

Intro to Lacrosse for Beginners (Grades 3-12): 3:00pm - 4:00pm. $40

Girls entering grades 1-8. Hosted by GlenOak Volleyball and Coaches!

Grades: 7-8 8:30am-10:30am Grades: 1-6 11:00am-12:30pm

Lacrosse Fundamentals (Grades 3-8): 4:30pm-5:30pm. $60

Cost: $45, checks made payable to Volleyball One. Registration must be received by June 1 in order to receive a t-shirt.

BOYS AND GIRLS YOUTH SOCCER CAMP June 25-27, 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Bob Commings Stadium Grades: Boys and girls entering grades 1-8 Cost: $50, $30 for second child from the same family. Checks made payable to GlenOak Soccer Booster Club.

GLENOAK YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP June 17-20, 10:00am to 12:00pm - Bob Commings Stadium Boys or Girls Entering Grades 1-7 Cost: $35.00 to Pre-register. Checks made payable to GlenOak Kickoff Club.

Lacrosse Foundation (Grades 7-8): 6:00pm-7:30pm. $80 Checks made payable to GlenOak Lacrosse Booster Club

GLENOAK YOUTH SOFTBALL CLINIC August 3rd, 2019 Grades 2-5: 12:00 - 3:00 Grades 6-8: 3:00 - 6:00 Conducted by current GlenOak players and staff.

Instruction will include a variety of softball stations, drills, and game knowledge. Playing and practicing with purpose, confidence, and determination will be emphasized.

Located at the GlenOak High School Softball Field $30 for early registration- Includes a t-shirt and snack. Late registrations will not receive a t-shirt.

Deadline for early registration is July 20. Register at http://bit.ly/19GOHSSoftball

SPRING SPORTS RECAPS BASEBALL

SOFTBALL

Head Coach: Ray Frisbee

Head Coach: Sarah Falkner Assistant Coaches: Scott English, Ashley Wood, Theresa Rhoads

Record: 15-11 Federal League Record: 6-6 Team Accomplishments: All Federal League Individual Player Achievements/Accomplishments/ Awards: 1st Team: Senior Pitcher Michael Cook and Junior Second Baseman Nick Rossetti 2nd Team: Senior Designated Hitter Kyle Boron and Junior Pitcher Logan Jones Honorable Mention: Senior Catcher Aaron Miller and Junior Outfielder Darrion Williams Michael Cook and Nick Rossetti also earned All Stark County Baseball and both received 2nd Team All Northeast Ohio All District accolades.

Final Thoughts from the Coach: This season had had a lot of ups and downs. We played extremely well to start the year, but injuries and some bad bounces stifled is towards the end. We will miss our 6 seniors Cook, Boron, Miller, Domenico Gioiello, Noah Lemus, and Joe Wickline. They led by example and left the program in a better place. We will have a lot of experience returning next year with 11 letterman coming back and we will look to contend for the federal leagues and district titles.

Record: 8-18 Federal League Record: 3-9 Individual Player Achievements: Olivia Vranich earned First Team All-Federal League, Makayla Marraccini earned 2nd team All-Federal League, 1st team All-District, and 3rd team All-Ohio, Olivia Vranich and Riley Grimm earned Scholar-Athlete awards, and Alecia Hamilton earned the Senior Scholar Athlete award.

Final Thoughts from the Coach: We progressed immensely as a team throughout the year and I look forward to the future successes of the program.

BOYS TENNIS Head Coach: Mark Jelichek Record: 2-11 Federal League Record: 0-6 Individual Player Achievements: Matt Popa lead the team with four match wins. His doubles partner Andrew Brinkman was second with three match wins. Chad continued on page 26

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SPRING SPORTS RECAPS - CONTINUED Brechbuhler, Caimen Domer, Michael Stamaton, and David Wellman tied for third with two wins each. At the team’s year end “banquet” held at the Wellman Estate, Michael Stamaton took home “Player of the Year” honors, Andrew Brinkman the “Most Improved” hardware and Jesus Garcia was the recipient of the coveted “Good Guy” award.

Final Thoughts from the Coach: Not our most successful year if you just look at the record, but I’d like to think that this is not always all about W’s and L’s.

There wasn’t a young man on the team who did not show some improvement or a lotta improvement for that matter either from day one four years ago as was the case with a couple of the seniors, or from the beginning of this season when we had guys in the starting line up playing their first tennis matches against the Hoovers and the Jacksons of the world.

Not the easiest thing to do. And as always I get the nicest darn kids to come out for my teams and this Spring was certainly no exception!

Record: 3-16 Team Accomplishments: This was our first year of a true off season training program. From lifting weights, to speed and agility training, to long distance running, the participating players grew in strength and speed from the previous year.

With a very young defensive squad, our defense struggled to hold off the opposition and not clearing the ball caused extensively long defensive play. Over the season they learned and developed the higher level lacrosse IQ concepts of the slide & recover game. With almost all the key players returning next year, I see this defense being a fined tuned squad.

Our offense performed quite well this year playing several different formations and adapting to a changing defense. Even though they had much less offensive possession minutes, our offense took advantage of that time they had to put the ball in the net.

Individual Player Achievements: Performance Awards (per season) Most points [52]: Attackman - Ace Tyler (Jr.) Most Goals [35]: Midfielder - Rhys Leach (Jr.) Most Saves [210]: Goalie - John Grunder (Jr.) Most Ground Balls [89]: Defenseman - Greg Lipster (Jr.) Most Caused Turnovers [33]: Defenseman - Greg Lipster (Jr.)

GIRLS LACROSSE Head Coach: Nathan Bodenschatz Assistant Coaches: Deb Pickering, Lexi Swisher Record: 0-16 Federal League Record: 0-4 Team Accomplishments: Our team bond was strong and our girls worked hard. They grew a lot from the beginning of the year.

Final Thoughts from the Coach: They are a great group of kids.

BOYS LACROSSE Head Coach: Shane Hawthorne Assistant Coaches: Tad Leach - 1st Assistant and Mark Tarle - Strength and Conditioning

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Character Awards: Servant Leader Award: Ben Wolfe (Jr.) Iron-Man Award (JV Squad): Jamison Ball (Jr.) Iron-Man Award (Varsity Squad): Michael Zerby (Jr.) Most Improved Award (JV Squad): Damian Milburn (Jr.) Most Improved Award (Varsity Squad): Desmond Sharpe (Jr.) Sportsmanship Award (JV Squad): Blake Criswell (Fr.) Sportsmanship Award (Varsity Squad): Ace Tyler (Jr.) MVP Award: Greg Lipster (Jr.) Final Thoughts from the Coach: This young team is in its 3rd year as a Varsity program at GlenOak High School. With its 45+ players (and counting) we are looking forward to continuous growth and success in 2020.

Ryan Meister - 4x800 Cordell Floyd - 4x800 Justin Knoch - 4x800 Tyler Gray - 4x800 All-Federal League 2019 - Girls 1st Team Hannah Hartman - 4x200 CaMaria James - 4x200 Sierra Kieffer - 4x200 Aniyah Hall - 4x200 Peyton Howell - High Jump Olivia Ward - Pole Vault Renee Walton - Discus Anna Gladieux - 100m Seated

TRACK & FIELD Head Coach: Scott Ferrell Assistant Coaches: Beth Winkler, Bryan Krosse, Ben Hughes, Kurt Jarvis, Mark Mazzaferrei, Andrew Meredith, Danielle Bergert, Gibran Baskerville, Tim Bury Record: Girls 6-0 / Boys 5-1 Team Accomplishments: Girls Federal League Champions, Stark County Champions, District Champions -

Final Thoughts from the Coach: This was an outstanding season for the Boys and Girls Track & Field Teams. The girls finished the season undefeated in the Federal League, Stark County Champions and District Champions. The Track & Field teams showed the strength of their teams all season, and capped off the season at the State Championship meet where they turned in 4 All-Ohio performances. The leadership of our seniors helped guide the teams to their outstanding success.

Boys Federal League runner-up, Stark County runner-up.

Individual Player Achievements: Renee Walton - State Qualifier, All-Ohio Discus (7th in the State) - New School Record Discus - 135’ 6�

Keyanna Rozier - State Qualifier Long Jump (17th place) Anna Gladieux - State Qualifier Seated 100m & 400m - All Ohio both (7th & 8th) Spencer Glover - State Qualifer Seated 100m & 400m - (13th & 10th place) Boys 4x200 Relay - State Qualifier (10th place) Isaiah Arrington, Nik Snyder, Dean Sarris, Anthony Contrucci Boys 4x4 Relay - State Qualifier - All-Ohio (8th place - Ryan Meister Jr, Justin Knoch, Anthony Contrucci, Dean Sarris Academic All-Ohio - Justin Knoch, Ryan Meister Jr., Spencer Glover, Anna Gladieux Federal League Champions (1st Team All-Federal League) All-Federal League 2019 - Boys 1st Team Anthony Contrucci - 100m Dean Sarris - 400m Isaiah Arrington - 4x100 Anthony Contrucci - 4x100 Jamontez Smith - 4x100 Nikolas Snyder - 4x100 Isaiah Arrington - 4x200 Nikolas Snyder - 4x200 Dean Sarris - 4x200 Anthony Contrucci - 4x200 Ryan Meister - 4x400 Luke Tyler - 4x400 Justin Knoch - 4x400 Dean Sarris - 4x400

BOYS BOWLING Head Coach: John Kotema Assistant Coaches: Bill Reed Record: 12-5 Federal League Record: 7-5 Team Accomplishments: The Boys Bowling Team finished 3rd in the League.

Individual Player Achievements: Dominic Bisesi (12), Austin Allman (11), and Jared Wah(12)l earned 2nd Team All Federal League honors. Kevin Heckman (10) earned Honorable Mention.

GIRLS BOWLING Head Coach: John Kotema Assistant Coaches: Bill Reed Record: 11-6 Federal League Record: 7-5 Team Accomplishments: The Girls Team finished 4th in the League.

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TWO TIPS TO AVOID SUMMER SUBSTANCE USE

by: By Karita Nussbaum, Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor

Summer break is that longed-for time of the year with little to do and lots of time to do it. Boredom is a dreaded state for most kids, perhaps even worse for their parents. With more free time and less adult supervision, kids may be tempted to try daring new activities to pass the time or for different kinds of fun.

Summer has also become a time of experimenting with substance use. A report published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) revealed that during the months of June and July, teens are more likely to begin experimenting with drugs and alcohol.

How does this happen? A couple things have contributed to this. First, we don’t know how to be idle. We’ve become a society that is so used to having constant activity either in front of our eyes from video screens or in our ears, that when the music stops (literally), we feel uneasy. We’ve adapted to the constant motion of back-to-back schedules and when the motion decreases, we are restless. We might not know what the uneasiness is and call it boredom, for lack of a better word. We’ve forgotten the art of being idle, doing nothing. Sitting idle has many benefits: we think, introspect, reflect and relax. Doing nothing allows us to create, explore and ponder possibilities.

I remember one summer building a whole village with my nephew under some trees. It started when we found a cavelike space under some pine trees in a nearby park. We crawled in for fun and suddenly found ourselves enclosed in what seemed like another world. Suddenly little houses were formed from twigs, roads, people and larger structures emerged. We returned to that spot all summer long to work on our village. My nephew is grown and married now but he still talks about that magical wonderland created by imagination.

One of the myths of marijuana use is that it enhances creativity. Does it? Actually, what enhances creativity is the absence of stimulus. One of the effects of marijuana is to slow us down. From this slower pace comes freedom of thought and creativity. However, that freedom and creativity was in us before the marijuana, knowing how to get to it is the trick.

Young children need to be encouraged to use their imagination and access their creativity. Helping children freely express their ideas in play is extremely important to mental health. For children, play is their language, play allows thoughts and feelings to form and develop. When young children become teens, they will hopefully be able to use their free time creatively and productively. Free time won’t be seen as boring but rather an opportunity to put ideas into action!

A second reason more teens use substances during the summer is often the influence of friends. In all likelihood, there will be long hours during the work week when parents will not be able to be there with their children to supervise their activities. Some teens could easily spend most of the summer with friends’ parents they have never met, doing things they might not talk about later. Less supervision doesn’t mean they should be left to their own devices. Don’t assume that children have fully gotten the message about staying away from drugs at school, in the media or elsewhere. Even if they’ve heard it countless times, it will have more of an impact when delivered one-on-one and with their parents expressing their sincere concern.

I recently spent six hours talking to teenagers about substance use and at the end of our class, one teenager thanked me for not judging or condemning them. This individual wasn’t using substances heavily but was rather experimenting as many teens do at this age. Youth need adults they can talk to about the emerging drug culture. They need people they can tell their stories to or ask questions and not feel at risk of getting in trouble. Many teens feel that drinking and smoking is a fun activity they’ll do now while they’re young. One participant stated they will “quit when they go to college, or after.”

Staying connected with kids is extremely important to safety and security. Kids need to know their parents are available and interested in what they are doing. One way to stay connected is to video chat, parents can see what the kids are doing, where they are, and who they are with. Despite what is often thought, teens like to know their parents care. It’s important to set rules (and stick to them), supervise when you can and above all else STAY INVOLVED.

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NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY The Plain Local School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability or age with respect to employment or educational programs and opportunities to students.

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FRAZER STUDENT PLAYS LEAD GlenOak Students Represent District at ROLE IN PRODUCTION OF Junior Achievement MATILDA Congratulations to Sophia Tsenekos from Frazer Elementary. This National summer she will be playing the lead role as Matilda in the upLeadership Summit coming musical Matilda at the Junior Achievement of East Central Ohio is proud to be represented by two JA student companies at the 2019 National Student Leadership Summit to be held June 17 - June 20, in Washington, DC including Bats Around Town (BATs), from GlenOak High School, they were selected among 15 finalists out of nearly 50 submissions from across the United States.

During this pinnacle three-day event of high impact JA experiences students will demonstrate their business acumen, creativity and entrepreneurial thinking in a competitive environment— showcasing their JA companies to Members of Congress and business leaders.

Congratulations to GlenOak Business Educator Amanda Defays and JA Business Volunteers Justin Lepley, JA Alumni, Joe Schindel and Bryce Mathie of AXA Advisors. Students representing BATS at the national competition are Brody Parsons, Ian Gill, Alex Grimm, Jared Poirrier, and Justin Klotz. Additional team member was Zipporah Moore.

Bats Around Town is a non-profit organization that strives to promote awareness about the importance of the bat population to our environment and built and sold hand-crafted bat houses. BATs donated $650 for the Akron’s Zoo’s Bat Education Program.

Learn more about Bats Around Town at www. jaonline.org/nsls

Beck Center for the Arts, a professional theater in Lakewood, Ohio. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.beckcenter.org.

CLASS REUNION ANNOUNCEMENTS Class of 1969 and 1970 combined 50th year reunion Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 7PM Arrowhead Golf Club and Banquet Center Please contact Sheryl White at saw902@hotmail.com for more information.

Class of 1980 40th Reunion Saturday, August 1st, 2020 Arrowhead Golf Club and Banquet Center Seeking contact information from classmates who are interested in attending. Please send information to Melissa Volkert at glenoakeagles1980@yahoo.com. For updates, follow us at “GlenOak 1980” on Facebook or on Classmates.

Class of 1984 35th Saturday, September 21 Skyland Pines Contact glenoak84@aol.com or “GlenOak Class of 1984 and Friends” on Facebook for more information.

SAVE THE DATE! TAFT QUARTER AUCTION SEPTEMBER 15, 2019 Quarter Auction to benefit Taft Elementary School $5 admission with paddle, additional paddles and allin paddles will be available for purchase Doors open at 1pm, Auction begins at 2pm For more information contact Emily Malinsky at emily.malinsky@gmail.com

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The GlenOak Booster Club

GlenOak High School Fall Media Sports Program 2019 Business Name Email address: Company Representative Address City Zip Phone Signature of Person Authorizing Advertisement **ADS MUST BE PAID IN FULL WITH RETURN OF AD FORM BEFORE PRINTING.** I would like my ad as follows (please check one):  Keep ad same as it appeared in last year’s program(s)  New camera-ready art included (If screens or photos it is best to email)  Please use last year’s ad but make indicated changes  Electronic File (150 dpi please) (please see instructions below) Note new Email: printer1@jkprint.com  Same as enclosed business card  Other (please describe) Check one:

 Full Page (7-1/2” x 10”)

$200

 Half Page (7-1/2” x 4-7/8”)

$150

 Quarter Page (3-5/8” x 4-7/8” or

$125

 Eighth Page (3-5/8” x 2-5/16”)

$100

7-1/2” x 2-5/16”)

 Back Cover (full page) (7-1/2” x 10”)

 Inside Front Cover (full page) (7-1/2” x 10”)  Page 1 (full page) (7-1/2” x 10”)  Inside Back Cover (full page) (7-1/2” x 10”)

 Across Back Cover (full page) (7-1/2” x 10”)  Top of Roster (16” x 2”)  Bottom of Roster (16” x 2”) Please make checks payable to: Mail to:

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GlenOak Booster Club Jeanne Hlas P.O. Box 7437 Canton, Ohio 44705 Phone 330-806-3406

Ads should be received no later than July 31, 2019.

Please do not fold, write on, or staple camera-ready ads.

Ad dimensions shown on reverse. Thanks for your support!

Electronic Files can be e-mailed to printer1@jkprint.com – or sent on disk. You will receive a confirmation of receipt of ad when emailed when it is received. Contact J&K if you do not receive confirmation within 2 days of sending it. Please send a hard copy of your ad to the Booster Club with this form. PDF or EPS files are preferred.

Please be sure to embed all fonts and artwork in PDF files. Save text as curves for EPS files. Include all fonts, artwork and/or include links for other files. Questions regarding electronic files may be directed to Heather or Keith at (330) 456-5306. GlenOak Adult Booster Club is 501C3 Tax Exempt.

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Attention Student Parents!

Place a quarter page ad for your student in this year’s Fall Media Sports Program that is sold at the home football games.

GlenOak Student Ads for the 2019 Fall Media Sports Program will look like the sample ad to the right.

Marci Binkley Best of luck this year!

Mom, Dad, Jocelyn & Rachel

Cost is $50.00 One ad per student please.

Student’s Name: _________________________________________________________________________ Submitted by: _______________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Message to Senior 50 words or less please (please print clearly or email your message to printer1@jkprint.com.

If emailing please indicate and return this form with your photo. The GlenOak Booster Club / J&K Printing will not be responsible for typos due to illegibility) : _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ Please make checks payable to: The GlenOak Adult Booster Club.

Return forms along with photos by July 31, 2019 to: Jeanne Hlas P.O. Box 7437 Canton, Ohio 44705

Phone 330-806-3406

Photos must be turned in or emailed to printer1@jkprint.com. Please write student’s name and address on the back of photo with a ball point pen, gel pens smear. You may choose to use your favorite photo of your senior at any age. Toddler photos welcomed! Photos may NOT be returned to you, please try to submit electronically!

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PLAIN TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY MIDDLEBRANCH HIGH SCHOOL Calling all “Cementites”, we are looking to mix your memories and artifacts with our research as we get ready to set the forms for out next booklet in the “Educating Plain Township” series - Middlebranch High School from 1927 to 1957. Our publication on this piece of Plain Township history is a mixture of stories, memories, photos, trophies and information from newspapers, graduation announcements, play programs, sports programs, land abstracts, blueprints and any other paper item that makes it our way. The formula for the book is not specific or set in cement.

We aggregate the different pieces of information into a publication that preserves the memories of Middlebranch High School. Without the support of the community, this publication is not possible. Help us bring the story of Middlebranch High School to life and share the many “firsts” that Middlebranch stands for. So if you have any stories or items to donate/ share, please contact us (see below for contact information.)

“GO TAKE A HIKE” Did You Know… that Stark Parks in collaboration with Stark County History groups has placed twelve informational signs along the Stark Parks Trails? The Plain Township Historical Society, Alliance Preservation Society (Haines House), Alliance Historical Society, Hoover Historical Center/Walsh University, Quail Hollow volunteer Association, Magnolia Area Historical Society and Stark Parks developed signage to share a piece of trail history. Most people do not realize that the path they are walking/riding/ running on has a place in history. As the trail system continues to grow and link together our communities, this group continues to develop ways to make people aware of the history around them. So this summer, grab a family member or friend and “go take a hike” on one of the trails. Enjoy the sights, sounds, experiences and programming that Stark Parks trail system offers. When you find one of the signs, take a selfie and post to either the Plain Township Historical Society’s or Stark Parks Facebook page sharing your “hike through history” find.

Help us preserve the history of Plain Township. We are “Educating Plain Township” about “Plain Histo-

YEARBOOK WANT LIST:

Middlebranch High School – 1955, 1957 Glenwood High School – 1959, 1964 GlenOak High School – 1990, 1992, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005 to present We are also looking for yearbooks from the middle schools and grade schools. We are also interested in class pictures and school newspapers from grade school thru high school.

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ry”. Contact us at preservingplaintwp@gmail.com , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PlainTownshipHistoricalSociety/, on the web www.preservingplaintwp.org or call 330-224-2660 and ask for Cindy.

Thank you from the Plain Township Historical Society!

Make your calendar now for our 2019 programs!

2019 Meeting Schedule June 17 – Annual Picnic at Veterans Park from 5pm8pm Dinner at 6:00. Bring a covered dish.

July 15 – James McDowell and Merino Sheep – Cindy Guest August 18 – History Comes to Life – A Look at Warstler Cemetery – David Lasure September 16 – Architects Charles Firestone and Herman Albrecht – Dick Haldi October 21 – Pre-History/First Contact with People – Thomas Grove November 18 – How Founding Plain Township Families Are Connected – Phyllis Rustifo/Linda Theriault/ Bob Vitali December – No Meeting All meetings start at 7:00PM and are held at the Plain Township Offices 2600 Easton St. NE unless otherwise noted. Come join us! It’s “Plain” History.

THE PLAIN LOCAL SCHOOLS FOUNDATION AND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE, Anna Bodner, as their new Executive Director. Anna has worked for the foundation and alumni association for the last two years, part-time, as the director, while also working full-time in one of the academy offices at GlenOak High School. She Anna Bodner will start her new, full-time, position on June 1st. Anna is a 1990 GlenOak High School graduate. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Akron and graduated from Hondros College. She is also a Notary for the State of Ohio for over 25 years. Before working at GlenOak High School, Anna was the school community liaison at Taft Elementary and has been active in various PTO groups and well as various community organizations. Anna and her husband, Mike, live in the Plain Local School district and have two daughters, Lauren, who is a 2019 graduate, who plans to attend Miami University in the fall, and Rachel, who will be a junior next school year.

If you have any questions regarding the Plain Local Schools Foundation and Alumni Association, please contact Anna at 330-491-3870 or by email at foundation@plainlocal.org.

ENJOY SUMMER IN THE STARK PARKS School’s out, the season of sunshine is upon us, and Stark Parks is gearing up for another summer of exploration, relaxation, and adventure. From local history features and trail improvements to hiking, paddling, and outdoor fun, there’s so much to do at Stark Parks. For a full list of summertime happenings, visit starkparks.com.

DID YOU KNOW? SIGNS ON THE MIDDLE BRANCH TRAIL NEAR GERVASI VINEYARD Stark Parks has partnered with local historians to present a series of signs around the county featuring historic landmarks, people, and places. The signs focused on Plain Township history are placed near Gervasi Vineyard and feature the Essig Family and the W&LE Railroad. The Essig family was the 4th family to settle in Plain Township on 160 acres, and was influential in the development of the surrounding area. The Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad extended from the Carrollton-Minerva area to Canton and on to Fairport, east of Cleveland.

This railway was an advanced mode of transportation for its time has it could transport passengers and mail from Canton to Cleveland in two hours, where other methods could take one or two days. Be on the lookout for these signs as you hike and bike this summer. Explore the trail while learning some local history, too!

AREAS TO BE CHIPSEALED AROUND GLENOAK HIGH SCHOOL AND VETERANS PARK Some areas of Stark Parks crushed limestone trails experience frequent washout when they are exposed to strong rains and winds. This limestone washout is being remedied with planned chipseal areas throughout the county, including around the Hoover and Middle Branch Trails in North Canton and Plain Township. Chipseal is a pavement surface treatment that combines a layer of asphalt with a layer of fine aggregate to create a semi-paved surface that provides quality water resistance. The areas that are planned for chipsealing are the Middle Branch Trail, on the west side of GlenOak High School, the south side of the Veterans Park Loop Trail, and the hill off of Schneider St., as well as the Hoover Trail on the south side of Applegrove St.

SUMMER SPLASH Summer Splash is a Stark Parks annual summertime fun event!

On Saturday, July 20, 2019, enjoy a FREE day on the water and explore surrounding hiking trails at Walborn Reservoir!

From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., families and guests can enjoy canoeing and kayaking, pontoon boat rides, and fishing with the Berkley Team! All activities are open, so no registration is required. Experienced staff members and trained volunteers will be on the shoreline and in the water to help with your paddling excursion. The guidelines and ages for kayaks and canoes are as follows: for tandem kayaking and canoeing, the maximum per boat is two adults (15+ years) and one child, children 8 and under require two paddling adults (15+ years) in the boat, and at least one paddler in each boat must be 15+ years old. For solo kayaking, paddlers must be 10 years or older. All paddlers must have completed a waiver and water safety instruction, and must wear shoes. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase in the marina. Walborn Reservoir is located at 11324 Price St. NE in Alliance.

Programs and Events The Sunup to Sundown Hike-a-Thon has become a solstice tradition (both in the summer and winter!) and it is back on June 21, 2019! Celebrate the longest day of the year with a hike or two, or follow Stark Parks from place to place and hike all day! The schedule is as follows: Sunrise (5:54 a.m.) to Sunset (9:01 p.m.)

Hike #1: (2 to 2.5 miles) 5:45 a.m. to 7 a.m., Petros Lake Park (North Entrance) located at 3519 Perry Dr. SW Canton, 44706 Hike #2: (2.5 to 3 miles) 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m., Sippo Valley Trail (Lincoln Park) located at 670 17th St. NW Massillon, 44647 Hike #3: (2.5 to 3.5 miles) 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park (Lower Parking Lot) located at 5712 12th St. NW Canton, 44708 Hike #4: (3.5 to 4 miles) 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., West Branch Trail (Timken Gatehouse) located at 1305 Stadium Park Dr. NW Canton, 44708 Hike #5: (3 to 3.5 miles) 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m., Middle Branch Trail (Veterans Park) located at 1714 Schneider St. Canton, 44721 Hike #6: (2.5 to 3 miles) 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m., Hoover Trail (Ballfields) located at 1325 E. Maple St. North Canton, 44720 Hike #7: (4 to 4.5 miles) 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., Iron Horse Trail (First Christian Church) located at 1141 W. Beech St. Alliance, 44601 Hike #8: (3 to 4.5 miles) 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., Quail Hollow Park (Shady Lane Lot) located at 13480 Congress Lake Ave. Hartville, 44632

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Plain Celebrates 2019 Retirees

In May Plain Local Schools celebrated the our 2019 group of retirees at the regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting.

Thank you to the following for their commitment to Plain Local Schools:

2018 - 2019 CERTIFIED HONOR RETIREES

2018 - 2019 CLASSIFIED HONOR RETIREES

Deborah Boron

Mark Sundbury

Becky Zavarelli

Linda Gambone

Donald Fogle

Renald Wilson

Marie Miller

Larry Salinas

Dahlia Kieffer

Ada Zimmerman

Sandra Reighard

Nicki Horaitis

Pamela Michel

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE This past school year, the Plain Local School District partnered with Davis Demographics, a K-12 school planning, consulting and mapping services firm, to complete a comprehensive study of the school district regarding enrollment, boundaries, and proposed housing development.

The purpose of the report was to identify and inform the district of the demographic trends occurring within the community, and how this information may impact future planning. Student population was analyzed over the next ten years with community data gathered from various sources through Davis Demographics. The district asked this non-biased third-party consultant to present a report for the district to review and evaluate. The report was presented to the board of education on Saturday, March 9 at GlenOak High School. The entire morning was dedicated to the review and discussion of the report.

Below are informational items for the community: • The Plain Local School District will not need to redistrict. This was discussed in detail and there is no need at this time based on the data secured during this study. Enrollment over the next 10 years is very consistent. There is a slight increase, but there are no severe declines in student population.

• New construction is expected to bring over 300 housing units into the district over the next ten years.

• Residential growth is seen in the north end of the school district and will need to be evaluated annually.

• Saratoga Hills is a residential area that has a large student population. This large population may cause the district to evaluate which elementary school the students attend in the future based on building capacity.

• Student enrollment should increase over the next six years and level off slightly after that.

Overall, the district is forecasted to have a net increase of more than 200 K-12 students by the end of school year 2024.

• Large classes will be seen next year at Glenwood Intermediate and Oakwood Middle School. These are expected as elementary enrollment has increased over the past several years.

• Barr Elementary and Warstler Elementary boundary areas are expected to increase with student enrollment. These are manageable and will not cause a concern for the district.

• GlenOak High School could have a student population of 2060 in school year 2028, almost 180 more students than fall of 2018.

If you have questions about this planning, we encourage you to attend a Board of Education meeting during the 2019-2020 school year or contact us at any time at 330-492-3500. Go Eagles!

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PLAIN TOWNSHIP PARKS

MESSY HANDS

Plain Township Parks will open fall baseball and sports fields’ reservations on a first call first served basis beginning at, BUT NOT BEFORE 9:00AM on Thursday August 1, 2019 by CALLING ONLY 330-244-8473.

Please leave a voicemail with the times/dates/ field sizes needed, the best number to make contact, best email to make contact, name of contact, name of club or team, and address of the of the contracted entity.

Your call will be returned in the order with which it was time stamped on the voice mail system. We look forward to working with one and all for a great fall of 2019!

DIAMOND COMMUNITY ROOM - 2782 DIAMOND STREET NE

Indoor reservations will be on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 beginning at, BUT NOT BEFORE 9:00AM on a first call first served basis by CALLING ONLY 330244-8473. Please leave a voicemail with the times/ dates/ needed, the best number to make contact, best email to make contact, name of contact, name of club or team, and address of the of the contracted entity. Your call will be returned in the order with which it was time stamped on the voice mail system. We look forward to working with one and all for a great fall of 2019!

Please note, Plain Township leagues and programming will take priority and only after they are filled will practice time be granted. We will accept calls and requests on September 11, but no guarantees can be made of space available until after the Township registration deadlines are closed.

PLAIN TOWNSHIP FALL YOUTH TRAVEL SOCCER LEAGUES Ages: U10, U12, U14 Genders: Boys and Coed Cost Per Team: $275.00 Games on Sunday afternoons and evenings with overflow to Saturdays. There will be 8 regular season games and at least 1 tournament game guaranteed.

Registration Opens Online: June 1, 2019 League Declarations Due: June 30, 2019 Registration Deadline: July 28, 2019 Rosters Due: August 9, 2019 Public Schedule Release: August 11, 2019 First Date(s) of Play: August 18, 2019, possibly August 17, 2019 for overflow.

End of Season Tournament: October 12-13, 2019 Register online at https://apm.activecommunities. com/plaintownship/Home

The Plain Township Parks & Recreation Department invites you and your little one to get creative with us at the Diamond Community Room! Everyday craft items used in CREATIVE ways! ALL things GOOEY and much more! Parent/Guardian participation required.

Paint! Stamping! Imagination!

Please register online for MESSY HANDS at: apm.activecommunities.com/plaintownship/Home Session One Fall 2019 Mondays; 10-11 AM September 9,16,23,30, October 7 * Fee: $41.00 per session Ages: 2 –5 years Space is LIMITED! Session Two Fall 2019 Mondays; 10-11 AM October 21 & 28, November 4, 18 25 *Fee: $41.00 per session Ages: 2-5 Years Space is LIMITED! apm.activecommunities.com/plaintownship/Home

QUICKSTART TENNIS The Plain Township Parks Department is offering a program to help CHILDREN AGES 5-12 to learn about the exciting game of tennis! The sizes of the courts, equipment and even the net height have been decreased to make learning easier for children. These changes will ensure the enjoyment of all participants, even if he/she have never picked up a racquet! The $66 fee includes a junior racquet, three practice balls, a junior tennis t-shirt and a certificate of completion.

Alpine Community Park 3059 Alpine St. NE $66.00 Fee Includes: Junior Racquet Three Practice Balls Jr. Tennis T-shirt Certificate of Completion Tuesdays & Thursdays July 9th – July 25, 2019 Ages 5 through 8: 6-7 PM Ages 9 through 12: 7-8 PM (Lessons missed due to rain will be made up on Fridays) To Register: Go to plaintownship.com - Click on link under “Activities”

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Meals are provided by Plain Local Schools at NO COST to children ages 1-18 in our community from JUNE 3 to AUGUST 16, 2019.

FEEDING SITES: GlenOak High School 1801 Schneider Street NE Canton, Ohio 44721 Main Commons Breakfast: 8 - 8:30 a.m.

Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Ellisdale Metropolitain Housing Authority 3809 31st. St. NE Canton Ohio 44705 Community Building Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Meals are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Plain Local is sponsoring these programs at each location and will provide the meals. The district will be reimbursed by the USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Experiencing chest pain? Call 911 immediately.

Additional Services: Sports Medicine Radiology Laboratory

2638 Easton Street NE, North Canton 330-494-6480

Same Day & Saturday Appointments Available Accepting new patients.

Phone: 330-493-8580 Fax: 330-493-8540

Joseph Puskar, MD and Kim Marshall, CNP are ready to care for you and your family’s health care needs. Dr. Puskar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Accepting most major insurances including AultCare and AultCare’s PrimeTime Health Plan.

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