Mustang Moments

Last Week's Poll Question: "What is your favorite Halloween candy?"

47% Responded "Reese's Peanut Butter Cups"

29% Responded "Kit Kat"

11% Responded "Snickers"

10% Responded "M&M's"

3% Responded "Candy Corn" 🤣

As part of our District's Strategic Plan, SCS Treasurer George Anagnostou has created a monthly “Financial Fast Facts” series. Click HERE for the latest Financial Fast Facts video. This month it’s a summary of the fall forecast, which was presented and approved by the Board of Education at their September 25, 2025 meeting and submitted to the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Are you more interested in seeing this information in newsletter form? Click HERE for the first edition of the Financial Fast Facts newsletter, covering similar topics..

Is there a topic about our District’s finances that you’d like more information about? Would you like to have a specific question answered about finances for Strongsville City Schools? We’d like to hear from you - and will include answers to submitted questions and focus on topics you’d like to know more about in upcoming Financial Fast Facts videos and newsletters. Click HERE to provide feedback and questions through a brief Google Form survey.

Due to the shutdown of the federal government, federal funding for many important child nutrition programs has been affected. If your child’s meal status is Free or Reduced for school breakfast and lunch, there is nothing you need to do. Your child will keep the same benefit status for the entire school year and state funding for these programs is secure through the end of December.

If your family has recently lost SNAP and/or WIC benefits, you may reach out to the Strongsville Emergency Food Bank located at 13259 Pearl Road in Strongsville, or contact them by phone at 440-580-3280. Local chapters of the Cleveland and Cuyahoga County Food Banks may also provide support and resources (see listing below).

As always, if your family’s financial status has changed due to the government shutdown or any other reason, we encourage you to complete a Free and Reduced Meal Application online at payschoolscentral.com. It is never too late to complete the application.

Our District remains committed to the well-being of all of our families. We are closely monitoring this situation and have staff available who may be able to assist in connecting you with the appropriate resources. Please reach out to your school if you are in need of food assistance.

Don’t miss the upcoming SHS Fall Play - The Crucible. A popular text in high school English Language Arts curriculums, Arthur Miller’s The Crucible is a powerful drama set during the Salem witch trials of 1692, where fear and suspicion spiral into mass hysteria. The play explores themes of integrity, reputation, power, and the devastating effects of mass paranoia. This year’s SHS production includes 33 student actors and 27 student crew members.

Performances are Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15 at 7pm in SHS's Main Auditorium. Tickets can be purchased with cash at the door or online HERE.
[$10 for Adults / $5 for Students/Seniors/SCS Employees]

Last weekend, all Strongsville residents and businesses should have received this year’s Quality Profile, a district-wide mailing detailing the accomplishments of Strongsville City Schools. The Quality Profile recognizes the success of our students, teachers, staff, and administrators, both inside and outside of the classroom. THANK YOU to everyone in our community - we all make a difference in the growth and development of our students! If you missed it in your mailbox, or want to view it again, click HERE for this year’s Quality Profile.

Get a jump on your holiday shopping from the comfort of your own home. Click HERE to visit the online Mustangs Team Shop and shop for the Strongsville fan on your holiday list. Choose from T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, Pickleball sets, and MORE! Many of the items can be personalized with name, number, and favorite sport. Delivery of items before the holidays! HURRY - the Mustangs Team Shop closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, November 23!

Congratulations to several of our very talented Strongsville High School music students for being recently selected to several prestigious groups in the State:

Ten SHS orchestra students were selected via audition as members of the 2025 Northeast Regional Orchestra. This select orchestra is comprised of the best high school orchestra students throughout Northeast Ohio. Yasmin Chavez - Viola; Christopher Fler - Violin; Jenny Guo* - Viola; Andrew Kunselman - Bass; Ava Lucas - Bass; Avery Needham - Violin; Christina Ong* - Viola; Lyla Ramage - Violin; Joe Salsbury* - Percussion; Chloe Yoon - Violin

Three SHS Symphony students were selected as members of the 2026 All-State Orchestra, representing some of the best high school orchestra musicians from around the State. They will perform at the OMEA Conference in Columbus in January. Christopher Fler - Violin; Jenny Guo* - Viola; Andrew Kunselman - Bass

Vocalist Maddie Droste, a member of the SHS ‘Mustang Express’ was selected via audition as a member of the 2026 All-State Choir. She is part of a group representing some of the best high school vocalists throughout the State. The All-State Choir will perform in January at the Ohio Music Education Association's Professional Conference in Columbus.

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The Strongsville Education Foundation's Annual Casino Night is Back! It’s another unforgettable evening of fun, fundraising, and community spirit at SEF Casino Night — all in support of Strongsville City Schools!

Date: November 22, 2025

Purchase tickets or sponsorships HERE

Congratulations to SHS Senior Hannah Jicha - she finished 4th IN THE STATE at the OHSAA Cross Country State Championship Meet last weekend. Hannah ran a 17:53.96 race, and improved from her 6th place finish last year at the State Meet. Also qualifying for the State Meet and representing Strongsville were juniors Lindsay Magyar and Luke Weiland. What an amazing season for all three student-athletes!

Congratulations to Emily Weir - Kinsner Elementary Physical Education Teacher - on being selected as the 2025 Ohio Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (OAHPERD) Young Professional of the Year for the State of Ohio!

This recognition is so well deserved, as Emily continues to advocate for all of her students and develops innovative ways to build healthy habits and foundations for active lifestyles in our elementary school learners. Congratulations Emily - we are proud of you!

The SHS Dance Team presents the 8th Annual Junior Dance Team Camp on Saturday, November 22 from 3pm-5pm at Strongsville High School! The camp is open to dancers in grades PK-8 with unique camp experiences for various ages/levels including: a “Princess Dance Party” for grades PK-K, a Beginner “Mini Mustangs” level for grades 1-3, an Intermediate “Junior Mustangs” level for grades 4 & 5, and an Advanced “Elite Mustangs” level for grades 6-8. The camp includes: learning dance skills and a performance dance from the SHS Dance Team, a T-shirt, a special gift, and a Showcase for friends & family beginning at 5pm that day. Click HERE to register for the Junior Dance Team Camp and HERE for additional information. Students must register prior to the event (register by 11/14 to guarantee a T-shirt).

Our Strongsville High School Chemistry Club - along with Club Advisor Mr. Felton and SHS Science Department Chair Mrs. Maher - had an amazing visit to Oakwood Laboratories in Cleveland! The students had the opportunity to tour the facility and participated in a presentation about microspheres. What a fantastic hands-on learning experience for our future scientists!

Create. Reflect. Belong. Explore the PTA Reflections Art Program! Monthly Reflections Art Club meetings highlight one of the six art categories - come to any or all! See the flyer below.

Please RSVP so we can have enough materials. There is a cost of $10.00 per family, due at the first meeting you attend. All this goes to cover materials and supplies.

Create your piece at home around this year’s PTA Reflections theme: “I Belong.” Then showcase your masterpiece at the Reflections Art Show – Saturday, December 13th at the Strongsville Library! Questions? Contact Katie Drake at drake4jc@gmail.com

Don’t miss a special Strongsville City Schools Night with the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. The Cavs battle the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday, November 23 - Tip off is at 6:00pm. For families that purchase tickets, SCS students will be entered into a drawing to be part of special events that evening. Click HERE to purchase tickets.

Strongsville City Schools is looking for our next great team members! We are currently hiring for several positions in our District, including the following positions: Substitute Bus Driver, Substitute - Bus Aide

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).

Jr. Cavs Winter Youth Basketball League - leagues for K-12th grade. Register NOW. Click HERE for additional information.

“Chess is Fun” Class - This chess class is open to youth ages 6-17. Boost IQ, focus, and strategy skills through fun, interactive lessons, and tournaments. Two sessions are available - taught by national expert Damon Rucker. Click HERE for additional information.

Upcycle Academy - Fashion Pop Up Party - These upcycle 1-day workshops will help kids create their own designs in upcycled wear. Click HERE for additional information.

1-Day Dance Workshop - Are you interested in learning the newest Tik Tok trends or practicing your dance moves for the upcoming school dance? Attend one or both of these upcoming dance workshops to stay up to date with all of the latest dance moves! Click HERE for additional information.

Register for any of these upcoming opportunities at https://strongsville.activityreg.com or by calling 440.580.3260

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 the current flyer about fall 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.

Strongsville High School * Muraski Elementary *

Strongsville Middle School * Surrarrer Elementary *

Chapman Elementary * Whitney Elementary *

Kinsner Elementary * Early Learning Preschool

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