The Chapman Chatter

Chapman families,

I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Please take a few minutes to review our biweekly family newsletter. There is a lot of new information and events coming up!

Thank you to those who have donated to our food drive! We will be collecting donations thru 11/19!

We hope to see you at our PTA sponsored ornament painting night on 11/19!

Warmly,

Mrs. Harrell

It was a true honor for Chapman to recognize and celebrate the veterans who are such an important part of our Chapman community. Their service, sacrifice, and stories inspire us all — and gathering to say “thank you” felt deeply meaningful for students, staff, families, and veterans alike.

If you would like to watch the Veterans Day program, click HERE. Scroll down to "SCS TV Direct Live Streaming" to find the recording.

Main Line: (440) 572-7140

Attendance Line: (440) 572-7140 *choose #2*

Bus Transportation: (440) 572-7060

Clinic: (440) 268-5677

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, fundraising, and community spirit at our Annual Casino Night — all in support of Strongsville City Schools!

Date: November 22, 2025

Location: Ehrnfelt Recreation Center in Strongsville, OH

What to Expect: Casino-style games, great food, exciting raffles, and a chance to connect with others who care about education in Strongsville.

This event helps fund innovative programs and initiatives that directly benefit our students and educators. Whether you're rolling the dice or just enjoying the atmosphere, your presence makes a difference!

Sponsorship & Raffle Opportunities Available! If your company is interested in sponsoring the event or donating raffle giveaways, we’d love to hear from you. Your support helps us go even further in enriching our schools and community. Reach out to me or visit www.thesefoundation.org to get involved. Let’s make this year’s Casino Night the best one yet — together!

Purchase tickets or sponsorships here! https://www.thesefoundation.org/casino-night

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!

Classes shopping on December 3rd and 4th:

• December 3rd (Wednesday)

  • Deighton — 9:15–9:45
  • Ginter — 10:15–10:45
  • Hagenbuch — 1:00–1:30
  • Hopp/King — 11:15–12:00
  • Janosek — 2:30–3:00
  • Kaczor — 9:45–10:15
  • Kvaka — 10:45–11:15
  • Miles — 12:30–1:00
  • Rusch — 2:00–2:30
  • Schrote — 1:30–2:00

• December 4th (Thursday)

  • Carevic — 9:15–9:45
  • Dye — 1:00–1:30
  • Fink — 11:15–11:45
  • Kosek/Zoloty — 9:45–10:15
  • Kuntz — 1:30–2:00
  • Marlowe — 12:30–1:00
  • Ryan — 10:15–10:45
  • Wilson — 2:00–2:30

Dear Parents,

As a token of appreciation, Lifetouch is offering discounts on school photography!

• 50% off a purchase of $50+ with code 50THANKS
• 40% off a purchase of $40+ with code 40THANKS
• 30% off a purchase of $30+ with code 30THANKS

Valid through 12/01/25

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account, find your student and order using your student's student ID number (if available at your school). Don’t forget to order your FREE Digital SmileSafe card!

More about the Smilesafe program here.

Thank you!

Outbreaks of head lice may increase following school breaks, as children often spend more time in close contact with classmates and family members. As we approach the holiday breaks, please review the following information:

Connecting for Kids (CFK) provides resources, support and community to families in Northeast Ohio who have concerns about their child. We serve all families, including those children with and without diagnoses. Click on the link below to learn more about the FREE programs for kids and families:

Learn more about our free programs:

Speaker Series
Workshops
Share & Support Groups
Music Therapy & More
Playgroups
Adapted Library Programs

Dear Strongsville City Schools Parents/Guardians:

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:

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.

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).

We invite you to join the Chapman PTA! Your membership helps strengthen the vital partnership between our school and families, creating enriching experiences for all our school community.

The PTA plays a key role in supporting events, programs, and resources that enhance learning and build community. There are many ways to get involved—whether you have a little or a lot of time to share, your participation makes a difference!

Join us in making Chapman an even better place for our school to grow and thrive. Together, we can achieve great things!

Thank you for your support!