Steele Report

Friday, August 30, 2024

Steele Updates

National Merit Scholarship Award Finalist

Congratulations to Steele senior Aiden Workman who was named a 2025 finalist in the Competition for the National Merit Scholarship Award!

OMEA All-State Choir Selection

Congrats to junior Corynn Dumke who was selected to the prestigious OMEA All-State Choir! Corynn performed at the the annual Ohio Music Education Association Conference while representing our Amherst Steele Choral program. Well done, Corynn!

Med Tech Student Named to OSPF Youth Advisory Council

Congratulations to Steele junior and Med Tech student, Aidan Ramirez for being selected to the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) Youth Advisory Council! Aidan is one of only 20 students chosen statewide to help shape suicide prevention efforts across Ohio.

Yearbooks

Yearbooks are still on sale!

You can still order a yearbook for the 2024-2025 school year by going to Jostens.com, searching for Marion L. Steele High School in the shop your school section, and clicking on yearbooks. We do not order extra books, so the only way to guarantee yourself a copy is to pre order.

Yearbook Senior Recognition Ads are on sale through March 21st, 2025.

You can design and purchase it yourself by going to Jostens.com, searching for Marion L. Steele High School in the shop your school section, and clicking on Yearbook Ads, then Create a Student Ad. Jostens places them in our yearbook within a couple weeks after you submit it. You can always contact Yearbook Moderator Mr. Rubinski with questions at brian_rubinski@amherstk12.org

Class of 2025

The Marion L. Steele High School Class of 2025 plans to hold its Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 24th at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center. Doors will open at 9:00 am and the ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00 am.

More information on the Commencement Ceremony can be found on page 14 of the Student and Parent Handbook and in the Senior Newsletter.

Marion L. Steele High School Webpage

MLS Counseling Department

College Credit Plus

Karen Tomcko from LCCC will be administering CCP placement tests for any student requiring testing. Sign up for testing in the school counseling office. Students will be responsible for any missed schoolwork. Please see your school counselor if you have any questions.

Accuplacer - March 24th at 7:45 am in the CLC

ALEKS - March 27th at 7:45 am in the CLC

SAT Day

All juniors are registered to take the SAT on April 9th. Students will need to report to the high school and be in their testing room by 7:45am. Students who arrive late will not be allowed to test. Students must make sure to bring their chromebooks fully charged, charger, calculator, and pencil for scratch work. Testing will end at approximately 11:00am. Students testing with accommodations will need to speak with their intervention specialist or counselor regarding how long their testing will take. Students can see their counselor with any questions.

Local Community Scholarships and the Amherst Schools Educational Foundation Scholarships

Class of 2025,

We are excited to present several scholarship opportunities exclusively for our Steele seniors. These scholarships are divided into two categories: Local Community Scholarships and the Amherst Schools Educational Foundation Scholarships.

In addition, there are a few scholarships available to Steele students within the local packet that will require a separate application form. These scholarships include:

All application forms can be found at the following link: https://sites.google.com/amherstk12.org/mlscollegecareer/on-going-scholarship-updates

All applications are due by March 21st, 2025, at 2:30 PM. Students who are awarded scholarships will be invited to attend the Honors and Awards Banquet on May 6th, 2025.

If you have any questions, please feel free to stop by the counseling office. We look forward to receiving your applications and sharing them with our generous donors.

Community Foundation of Lorain County Scholarships

The Community Foundation of Lorain County offers a range of scholarships for Lorain County residents, with varying criteria based on major, community involvement, and financial need. The application process is streamlined to help students easily match with relevant scholarship opportunities. Applications are now open and will be accepted until March 1, 2025. This is an opportunity that seniors will want to take advantage of!

The FAFSA Application Now Open!

Attention Seniors! The 2025–2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form is available early, due to an extended testing period by the U.S. Department of Education. Students can start submitting their FAFSA forms now!

We encourage students to complete the FAFSA as soon as they’re ready.

FAFSA Application

Why is the FAFSA Important?
Completing the FAFSA is a critical step for seniors planning to attend college. It unlocks access to federal financial aid, including grants, work-study opportunities, and federal student loans. It also allows students to be considered for state and school-specific aid (available in the Spring), reducing the overall cost of college and making higher education more affordable.

By submitting the FAFSA early, students can maximize their financial aid options and better plan for college.

For more information, you can watch the FAFSA overview presented by Cleveland State University to our Steele families this past October 10th. Watch the video here: FAFSA Overview Video.

MLS Counseling Department on X

MLS Counseling Website

Department Updates: Social Studies Department

The Marion L. Steele High School Social Studies Department has numerous volunteer opportunities for students. In conjunction with the Amherst Historical Society, many events occur that could benefit from student helpers. Contact the office directly via email to learn about the events or inquire about having your student participate in volunteering.

Amherst Historical Society

113 South Lake Street

Amherst, Ohio 44001

https://amhersthistoricalsociety.org/

Email: office@amhersthistoricalsociety.org

Mrs. Marty

Mrs. Marty’s CCP Civilizations class found historical artifacts and pieces of art that reflected historical and cultural trends they learned about dating back to ancient Mesopotamia. Mrs. Volzer’s CCP Spanish Culture class recently studied Picasso and were able to see his works in the traveling special exhibit.

Mr. McConihe

Mr. McConihe's social studies classes are in a weekly routine! Students cover pertinent vocabulary words every Tuesday Ohio Learning Standards every Wednesday, and current events every Friday.

The American History class finished up World War II. Our next unit will cover the Cold War, which includes project-based assessment having students create hard-copy or digital propaganda magazines. Topics will include among others NATO vs. Warsaw Pact, Korean War, Arms Race, Space Race & the Red Scare.

Government and Economics class recognized Black History Month with a project on the 1954 landmark court case Brown v. Board of Education, Topeka, KS. Topics covered lawyer strategies and arguments, case journey through the appellate court system, Thurgood Marshall and the N.A.A.C.P., societal changes and civil rights, as well as discrimination and the civil wrongs of today.

In the near future, students will partake in a Model Congress, have a U.S. Presidential Bracketology tournament debate and carry out a Mock Trial.

Steele Athletic Department

State Competitions!

Good Luck to Grace Grove at the OHSAA Division I state swim meet this weekend in Canton! We sent her off to the meet this past Wednesday. Here's the story on how Grace qualified for the State Meet: https://amherststeelecomets.com/recap/grace-grove-returns-to-state-swim-championships-in-500-freestyle/

Good Luck to our cheerleaders at Big Walnut High School in the OASSA State Championships! They will be competing this Sunday, February 23rd. Traditional competes at 8:20 am and Game Day competes at 4:05 pm.

OHSAA Postseason Is Underway

Best of luck to our teams participaing in OHSAA Postseason play! Click this link for all Comets OHSAA postseason information.

Steele Comets Athletic Event Calendar

Spring Sports

Spring Sports:

Spring Sports are here!! Reminder, you need to have a valid physical on file to try out or to start your spring sport. Please check your Final Forms account to verify your expiration date. If you need to get a physical before your first official day, please contact your medical provider to get an appointment. If you have any questions on your physical status, please see Mr. Wolf or Mrs. Doehr.

Official Spring Sport Start Dates:

Softball: Officially started earlier this week--Tryouts are complete

Baseball: Monday, February 24th

Track & Field: Monday, February 24th

Boys Volleyball: Monday, February 24th

Boys Tennis: Monday, March 10th

For more information (including ongoing open gyms and weight training for athletes not in a winter sport) on each spring sport tryout/start of season, please contact the Head Coach at:

Baseball: Coach Rositano, kingroz4@yahoo.com

Softball: Coach Reichert, lacey_reichert@amherstk12.org

Track & Field: Coach Glatz, rob_glatz@amherstk12.org

Boys Tennis: Coach Trunzo, tony_trunzo@amherstk12.org

Boys Volleyball: Coach Sanchez, felicia_sanchez@amherstk12.org