Mustang Moments
Strongsville City Schools News (2025-26 Vol. 10, Iss. 30)
This past week, our District presented The Model Mustang Experience at Strongsville Middle School. This event highlighted our ‘State of the Schools’ and demonstrated how education is evolving to prepare today’s learners to be tomorrow’s leaders and thrive in their future. There were many hands-on activities with our SCS students, teachers, and staff - from preschool to high school - showcasing interactive experiences. Click HERE for more highlights from this fantastic event!
GET THE LATEST INFORMATION ABOUT THE SCS FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE FACILITIES PLAN AT SCSMUSTANGS.ORG/F4F
Strongsville City Schools has launched a webpage to provide families and community members with clear, factual information about our District’s long-range elementary facilities plan - the Foundation for the Future Facilities Plan - which is under consideration for the May 5, 2026 ballot.
This webpage (scsmustangs.org/f4f) offers an overview of the planning process, background information, and now includes drafts of the layouts of the buildings that will potentially be constructed at the Albion, Chapman, and Surrarrer properties. Also, you can find a PDF of our most Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page. If you have a question that is not on the list, just share it with us at feedback@scsmustangs.org.
Click HERE for this month's edition of the Financial Fast Facts Newsletter from our District's Treasurer, Mr. George Anagnostou. Over the last two school years, as part of our District's strategic plan, we have created monthly Financial Fast Facts to keep our community informed about Strongsville City Schools' finances. Past Financial Fast Facts can be found HERE.
This month’s newsletter features details about our District's February 2026 Financial Update. Since our District's fiscal year runs from July through June, February represents the completion of 66.67% (8 out of 12 months) of our fiscal year. This newsletter also answers a community question about our Bond Issue on the May 5 ballot.
Congratulations to this year's participants and winners in the local Optimist Speech Contest:
Aryana Katiyar (1st place)
Palak Jategaonkar (2nd place)
Danna Amawi & Samyutha Polaconda (3rd place-tie)
* The first and second place winners move on to compete in the zone level Optimist speech contest
The local contest was held in early March at the Strongsville Library. Students had to prepare a 4-5 minute speech on this year’s theme: “The Moment I Realized I Belonged - My Definition of Community.”
Best of luck to Aryana and Palak at the next level of this competition!
Last year, a Baldwin Wallace student (Rose Olive) did her student observation at Brunswick’s Kidder Elementary School. This year, that same student is continuing her student-teaching experience in our District’s ceramics classes at SHS. Ms. Olive reached out to Brunswick for an art collaboration between their elementary students and our high school students. The Brunswick 3rd graders have created monster drawings which have been sent to SHS for the high school students to create 3D ceramic sculptures of these monster drawings!
Attention families of current 5th graders - join us for a 6th Grade Camp Informational Parent Meeting on Thursday, April 16 at 7:00pm in the SMS Auditorium. Meet the camp director & get registration information for the upcoming camp (September 25-27, 2026). Questions? Email us at SixthGradeCamp@gmail.com
Strongsville City Schools is proud to present our 2026 Strongsville High School Distinguished Alumni Induction Ceremony on Friday, April 24th from 6pm-8pm at the Encore Event Center (16808 Pearl Rd.). We are celebrating the exceptional achievements of Susan Secoy Jensen ('79), Jim Kaminski ('83), Casey Krehbiel ('99), and Robert Butler ('00) - SHS graduates who have made a lasting impact in their fields and communities. Join us for an evening of recognition and connection. Purchase event tickets HERE. #foreveramustang
There’s a new feedback link at the bottom of our District’s webpage.
If you have questions, comments, or feedback about our website or about SCS in general - send an email to
feedback@scsmustangs.org
Strongsville City Schools is looking for our next great team members! We are currently hiring for several positions in our District, including: Substitute - Bus Aide. Additional specifics for this role - Hours Available: 6:00 a.m. – 9:10 a.m. & 1:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Requirements: Must obtain an Aide Permit ($25 fee) from OHID. You will receive required training and a ride-along for orientation.
Substitutes will be notified in advance when coverage is needed. If you are interested in supporting students and being part of a great transportation team, please contact us (440.572.7060) for more information or apply on our website HERE.
You can see a full listing of available jobs in our District HERE.
Right At School provides care for SCS K-5 students before and after school at each of our elementary buildings, with a variety of plan options ranging from once a week to all five days. RAS provides homework support, a fun-based curriculum including American Sign Language, crafts, games and fun activities, afternoon snack, and so much more! For more information on registering with Right at School, visit rightatschool.com. Should you have any specific questions, please contact Matt Urbin, RAS Area Manager (matt.urbin@rightatschool.com / 440.902.1302).
Strongsville City Schools encourages students, teachers, staff, parents, and other members of our community to report any instances of potential violence, bullying, self-harm or any other issue where students may be at risk. Click HERE for additional Stay Safe. Speak Up! Information on the District’s website. Reporting incidents can be made anonymously online or through a toll free number (1-866-listen2me / 1-866-547-8362).
Treehouse Berea Programming
Treehouse Berea is offering many activities and opportunities for students! From Coding to Robotics to Game Design - there's lots of great STEAM based enrichment experiences for kids ages 6-12. Visit treehouseberea.com to learn more or click HERE for their current flyer about programming and activities!
Strongsville Chamber of Commerce
Please note the following upcoming events hosted by the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce. Registration is required for all events. Please call 440.238.3366 for more information or to register. Those interested in the following events may also visit the Chamber website at www.strongsvillechamber.com to register and see additional event info.
UPCOMING EVENTS
April Business Luncheon
“State of the Schools” Presentation
SCS Superintendent Dr. Cameron Ryba
Ehrnfelt Rec & Senior Center
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
11:30am – 1:00pm
Members: $25/pp, Non-Members: $30/pp
Strongsville Library
Please note the following April 2026 events presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
The Library Administration and all branch locations of Cuyahoga County Public Library will be closed on Sunday, April 5th in observance of the Easter holiday. We will resume normal hours on Monday, April 6th at 9:00 a.m.
CCPL Program Guide The Cuyahoga County Public Library program guide is now digital! Want to find out about all the amazing library programs and resources happening around the system? You can view our Program information by going to cuyahogalibrary.org and click on Research & Discover to use the Press Reader resource here:
https://cuyahogalibrary.org/research-discover/resources-a-z/pressreader
English as a Second Language Classes by Aspire Greater Cleveland If you need to learn English or improve your language skills, we can help. Aspire Greater Cleveland offers FREE beginner, intermediate and advanced-level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes. Strongsville Branch will be hosting morning classes on Thursdays and Fridays. Please call 833.ASPIRE2 (1.833.277.4732) to register or visit
https://cuyahogalibrary.org/services/adult-education/aspire-greater-cleveland for more information.
Cuyahoga Works: Job & Career Services Schedule an individual career coaching session at the Strongsville Branch with one of our Career Services Coaches. Career Services Coaches are available by appointment on Tuesdays to help you discover your occupational interests, create an effective job search strategy, and prepare for job interviews. They can also provide tips that will help you develop top-notch resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles. Career Coaching is available by appointment ONLY! To schedule a FREE appointment at our branch, please call Cuyahoga Works Job & Career Services at (216) 475-2225 or email the team at Careers@cuyahogalibrary.org
IN-PERSON Storytimes
Storytimes are for Birth to Age 5 not yet in Kindergarten. No registration needed!
Baby & Me (Birth to 18 months with a Caregiver) - Mondays / 10:00 - 10:20 a.m. OR Thursdays / 10:00 - 10:20 a.m.
Preschool (Ages 3 - 5 not yet in Kindergarten with a Caregiver) - Mondays / 11:30 a.m. - Noon OR Tuesdays / 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. - Noon
Toddler (Ages 19 - 35 months with a Caregiver) - Wednesdays / 10:00 - 10:25 a.m. OR 11:30 - 11:55 a.m.
Family - Thursdays / 7:00 p.m.
Teen Knit & Crochet Club. Grades 6 - 12. Monday, April 6th / 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Do you like to craft? Do you know how to knit, crochet, or hand sew? Join us in the TEEN SPACE and bring your own project to hang out with other teens who also love to make things! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Monday, April 6th / 7:00 p.m. Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories, and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count.
Young at Heart. Tuesday, April 7th / 7:00 p.m. A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The title for our next discussion is Charlotte's Web by EB. White. Please call the branch to register.
Technology Training Class:
Inkscape Basics. Friday, April 10th / 10:00 a.m. - Noon. Learn how to create a vector design using this free open-source editor comparable to Adobe Illustrator.
Southwest General Health Talk: Aging Gracefully - Mental Wellness in Later Life. Tuesday, April 14th / 11:00 a.m. Join Jeffrey Riskin, LISW, from Southwest General Medical Group, Inc.- Behavioral Health, for an inspiring and down-to-earth discussion on maintaining emotional well-being as we grow older.
Beyond the Screen: Protecting Your Eyes in a Digital World. Tuesday, April 14th / 7:00 p.m. Kevin Walker, licensed Optician and Workstation Ergonomist, will address common issues like blue light exposure, eye fatigue, and eye strain, especially for those who spend time driving at night. He will demonstrate and explain the real-world advantages of using specialty tints and filters, along with simple ergonomic adjustments that can immediately relieve eye strain and make your daily screen time or driving more comfortable.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, April 15th / 7:00 p.m. Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets at 7p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be The Unraveling of Julia by Lisa Scottoline. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library.
Toddler Sensory & Art Play. Ages 1 - 3 with a Caregiver. Friday, April 17th / 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Engage your little one's senses, develop skills, and build brain connections through open-ended art using a variety of tactile materials.
Blood Drive. Friday, April 17th / 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. In just an hour of your time you can help save up to three lives. Make sure hospital patients get the treatment they need. Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
How to Multiply and Divide Perennials to Gain Free Plants. Monday, April 20th / 7:00 p.m. Shocked at the price of new perennial garden centers this year? Master Gardeners of Cuyahoga County will help you fight inflation by teaching you how to create new plants from those you already own. This presentation will focus on when and how to divide perennials, how to grow new plants from cuttings, propagating by "layering" and how to store and harvest your own seeds. Your garden and pocketbook will thank you for increasing your plant numbers without spending a dime.
Teen Tech: Scratch Coding. Grades 6 - 12. Tuesday, April 21st / 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Learn about Scratch and code and design your own game! In order to participate in youth programs that could be considered harmful, Cuyahoga County Public Library requires parents to complete a Release & Hold Harmless Form.
What's "Cooking" After School. Grades 1 - 4. Wednesday, April 22nd / 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. This month’s culinary creation will be - Spring Rolls. Registration is required. Spaces are limited. This program may include activities that could be considered harmful. In order for your child to participate, you must sign the Release and Hold Harmless form.
A Brief History of the Western Reserve. Wednesday, April 22nd / 7:00 p.m. In partnership with the Strongsville Branch Library and the Strongsville Historical Society, the Western Reserve Historical Society’s Cleveland History Center (Speaker TBD) will discuss the fascinating history of the region and present some of the rarest treasures in the Western Reserve Historical Society's collection. This presentation is part of the Strongsville Historical Society’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, April 27th / 2:30 p.m. The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration is required. New members are always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be The Lion Women of Tehran: A Novel by Marjan Kamali. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Meet Author Amity Gaige. Wednesday, April 29th / 7:00 p.m. Join us when author Amity Gaige visits to discuss her latest novel, Heartwood: a Novel. Registration for this event is FREE. VIP tickets are also available for purchase. Each VIP ticket ($20+fees) includes: A paperback copy of Heartwood, VIP seating at the event, signing line priority, and a donation to the Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation. To register for VIP, please visit Amity Gaige VIP Ticket Tickets, Wed, Apr 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite For the free seating, registration is on our website or call (440) 238-5530.
Play, Learn, & Grow. Ages 1 - 3 with an adult caregiver. Thursday, April 30th / 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series and connect with your kids, community experts, and other families, plus get information about your growing child.
67 Book Club. Grades 3 - 5. Thursday, April 30th / 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Lock in, chat. Forget brain rot! Instead, pick up a book at the library beginning the 1st of each month and join us in discussion and a light snack. Registration is required. Our next discussion title will be A Boy Called Bat by Elana K Arnold.
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