Mustangs in the Middle Newsletter

• May 27 - Spring Choir Concert 6pm SMS Auditorium
• May 30 - Last Day of School and Early Release at 1:20pm
• August 14 - Open House at SMS 5:00pm-7:00pm (Parent Meeting in the Auditorium at 5:30 & 6:30)
• August 18 - First Day of School

Dear Parents/Guardians,

As we close out another school year, I want to take a moment to thank you all for your continued partnership and support. Your involvement, encouragement, and trust have played a huge role in making this year a success. Together, we’ve worked to provide a truly Superior Student Experience, and that’s only possible when families, staff, and students are united in that shared purpose.

A very special shoutout to our incredible PTA and to Susan Thomas, who went above and beyond to help make the 8th Grade Promotion a meaningful and memorable event. Susan’s leadership and vision helped set a new tradition, one that not only meets the high expectations we have for student achievement, but also beautifully reflects what I often call the essential triangle of student success: parents, students, and teachers working together.

We’re proud of all that our students have accomplished this year, both in and out of the classroom. Thank you for being part of this journey with us, and I look forward to continuing our work together next year to make Strongsville Middle School an even better place for kids to learn, grow, and thrive. Best of luck to our 8th grade students and families, you will do great things in high school.

Wishing you and your family a safe, healthy, and restful summer!

Sincerely,

John Telloni - Principal

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SCS Communications Survey
We are striving for the most efficient ways to communicate information to our District. We value your feedback and want to continue to improve communication from Strongsville City Schools. Please take a few minutes to click HERE and complete this communications survey. Your responses will help us to continue to ensure efficient and meaningful communication from our District.

As we look ahead to welcoming next year’s students, we’re reflecting on how to provide a superior student experience. If you have a moment, please share your thoughts. Your insights make a big difference! Access the survey HERE! Thank you for your time and feedback.

Come join us this summer at the SCS Summer Orchestra Camp! This is a great way for students to review skills, learn new skills, play cool music, make new friends, get to know the orchestra staff, and get to know fellow orchestra classmates! The camp gives parents a break and an opportunity to run errands and give the students something constructive to do when mid-summer boredom begins. Click HERE to register. Payment is due at registration, have a credit card ready. Registration closes FRIDAY, May 30!

As part of the District's Strategic Plan our Treasurer, George Anagnostou, has been releasing monthly Financial Fast Facts.

The SMS Chamber Strings, Jazz Band, and Show Choir traveled to the annual Music in the Parks contest and all won a first place superior rating as well as first place overall. Great job to all the students who showed just how talented they are outside of the classroom!

On Friday May 16th, the Strongsville Middle School 8th graders participated in reality day where they had to face real life financial decisions. They were given a career, family, and expenses to figure out how to manage their money. They also were able to listen to presentations from various career fields and ask questions to those directly in the line of work.

Polaris - Camp Discovery
Each summer, Camp Discovery gives students entering the 6th, 7th and 8th grades a chance to experience what Polaris is all about in a fun, hands-on environment. This year, classes will run June 9-12 from 9:00 to 2:30 p.m. at a cost of $150 per student, including all supplies AND lunch each day. Plus, every camper gets a FREE t-shirt! Popular classes fill up FAST so interested students are encouraged to enroll ASAP.

Find additional information and registration HERE.

Generative AI Summer 2025 Initiative by Stanford Mentors (non-SCS program)
Inspirit AI is a 25-hour summer program mentored by Ivy League graduates that introduces students in grades 6 to 12 to fundamental AI tools to create impactful projects such as AI-powered mental health assistants, intelligent disaster-monitoring systems, among others.You can find more information here.

C’s the Day Kindness Camp - from June 9-13 - is open to kids in grades 1-7. This camp inspires caring, service, creativity, and confidence and strives to motivate kids toward personal wellness, healthy habits, and the spread of kindness. All campers receive a t-shirt with their registration. Camp Director is Margaret Bosela Klinzing. Questions? Contact us at mbosela14@gmail.com Click HERE to register for this upcoming camp.

Attention 7th grade families:

Registration for the 2025 8th Grade Washington DC Trip is open. Attached is the registration packet. Please follow all the steps in the Registration Protocol. You will need to make a gmail account because we will only communicate through that email and Google Classroom. If you have any questions, please reach out Haley LaBahn or Katie Hullibarger at DC2025trip@gmail.com.

Thank you,

Haley and Katie

The Cleveland Clinic's Center for Nursing Career Exploration is proud to present the Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp!

Is your child interested in becoming a nurse?

The Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp offers students an opportunity to explore nursing through informative, immersive learning experiences. The boot camp includes hands-on nursing simulation, interactive skills sessions, engaging group activities, and collaborative learning opportunities!

REQUIREMENTS

» Be in 6th grade (or a higher grade) by the start of the upcoming academic school year

» Be interested in a nursing career

Check out our boot camp offerings by visiting our website:

Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp Website

Registration

To sign up to attend one of our sessions click on the link below.

Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp Registration

We are coming to a location near you. Share with family and friends.

For questions, please contact nursingexploration@ccf.org

Thank you,

Center for Nursing Career Exploration Team

School Counselors

• Mrs. Marozsan-6th grade

• Mr. Greer- 7th grade

• Mrs. Pietrocini- 8th Grade

School Information

Main Office: 440-572-7090

• Building Secretary: Mrs. Hallie Malloy
• 6th Grade Principal: Mrs. Tera Thomas
• 7th Grade Principal: Mr. Chris Howell
• 8th Grade Principal: Mr. Bryan Szczepanski
• Strongsville Middle School Principal: Mr. John Telloni

Student Attendance: 440-572-7090 option 2

• Mrs. Debra Cook

Parents/students have access to our anonymous reporting system. CLICK HERE to access. The more information shared when reporting, the better chance we have to investigate and support.