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Superintendent’s Letter ...2

District News ...................3

High School .....................4

Misc. News ......................5

Bussing Information ........6-7

Middle School .................8-9

Intermediate ....................10

Primary ............................11

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CRESTWOODOMMENTSServing the communities of Hiram, Mantua & ShalersvilleSUMMER 2010

EARTH DAY 2010

Crestwood Earth Day 2010 was brought in on a

Earth Day 2010

Crestwood Earth Day 2010 was brought in on a warm sunny breeze. This year’s event hosted 17 hands on events for people of all ages. Families were greeted at the welcome table by the friendly faces of Carol Corbett and Ruthie Harper, helping students get bags and passports together to start their adventure. Habitat hikes were sponsored by Matt Sorrick and Hiram students. Several local agencies came to help with the event as well, including Jen White of Portage Soil and Water, Nancy Speck, Wendelin Taylor from Portage County Recycling, and Charlotte McCurdy from the DNR. Yoga was shared by Lynne Stamm. Several teachers hosted stations including: an ocean sensory bubble, candle art, amphibian viewing, rocks and minerals, cadis fly making and planting in origami pots and making radish seed necklaces. The PTO helped feed everyone, and there was a lovely Earth Day themed art exhibit. Participants were further entertained by the Primary Protons and having their faces painted. The help of many people, including special presenters, parents, grandparents, the National Honor Society, Hiram Students, and dedicated teachers and custodial staff made this an awesome community event.

warm sunny breeze. This year’s event hosted 17 hands on events for people of all ages. Families were greeted at the welcome table by the friendly faces of Carol Corbett and Ruthie Harper, helping students get bags and passports together to start their adventure. Habitat hikes were sponsored by Matt Sorrick and Hiram students. Several local

agencies came to help with the event as well, including Jen White of Portage Soil and Water, Nancy Speck, and Wendelin Taylor from Portage County Recycling, and Charlotte McCurdy from the DNR. Yoga was shared by Lynne Stamm. Several teachers hosted stations including: an ocean sensory bubble, candle art, amphibian viewing, rocks and minerals, cadis fly making and planting in origami pots and making radish seed necklaces. The PTO helped feed everyone, and there was a lovely Earth Day themed art exhibit. Participants were further entertained by the Primary Protons and having their faces painted. The help of many people, including special presenters, parents, grandparents, the National Honor Society, Hiram Students, and dedicated teachers and custodial staff made this an awesome community event.

Schools Out For Summerby MaryAnn Strenk, Director of Curriculum

Though school may be out for summer, it is definitely not out FOREVER, like depicted in the popular 80’s song by Alice Cooper. Even seniors know that success in life depends on becoming a lifelong learner. Studies have shown that students who engage in some form of educational activity during the summer were better prepared for academic success in the fall, and students who didn’t dropped back more than 2 months from the previous spring. How do we help our students continue to thrive? The answer is to engage them in thought provoking, mind-engaging activities every day through summer vacation. Read, Read, Read: Every student should have a library card and access to the neighborhood library. Reading is one activity that is totally FREE, and can take your mind on adventures almost anywhere. Textbooks are the main reading component throughout the year, but summer should be a chance to read anything that strikes their

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Mr. Joseph IacanoSuperintendent

Regular Board of Education meetings are generally held the first Monday of the month, at the High School Library, 10919 N. Main Street Mantua, Ohio. Meetings are held at the Primary School during the summer months. The public is cordially invited to attend. If more information is needed about a Board meeting, please contact the Superintendent's Office at 330-274-8511.

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High School ......................... 330-274-2214Middle School ..................... 330-274-2249 Intermediate School ........... 330-274-2710 Primary School ................... 330-274-2537Primary School Alt. ............. 330-422-3104Bus Garage .......................... 330-274-2776

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The end of the school year always brings with it a flurry of activity from field trips to awards ceremonies, dances, graduations and parties celebrating and commemorating the year past. As I reflect on this past year, I’m struck with a sense of pride in our community and our student’s accomplishments, the greatest being the support for and growth of Sam Lough. After suffering a debilitating stroke mid school year, Sam worked hard with the support of family, friends and community to walk across the stage with her graduating class. Her accomplishments exemplify the best of our student body and this community.

Alongside Sam’s accomplishments comes Paige Nemec, the first female wrestler to compete in the Ohio state tournament. She is also the first female athlete to win 100 career varsity wrestling matches. Additionally, senior Mary Defer received a National Scholastic Gold Medal for her Oil Paining titled “Embers,” and will visit Carnegie Hall in New York City this month. Our High School band also visited Washington DC this year and played at the Kennedy Center, an honor for the students as well as our district.

These students were accompanied by many others in receiving awards, honors and recognitions in both academic and non-academic areas. It’s humbling to consider the great strides these students will take in the future.

As a district, we continued to work towards meeting the needs of every child, every day. Some of our accomplishments include:

implementing a staffed computer lab at the Intermediate building,•successfully implementing the first year of Project Lead the Way,•initiating Response To Intervention (RIT) training,•increasing co-teaching and inclusion model,•working towards student data tracking to improve ability to offer individualized interventions; and•offering intervention programs at all buildings.•

Over the summer, we will continue to work towards improving opportunities for our students and maintaining sound fiscal operations.

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IMMUNIZATION REMINDERKindergarten and Grade 7

by Mrs. Joyce Schroder, RN BSN & Mrs Kim Ondash, RN BSN

In order to be in compliance with Ohio law, students are required to have proof of receiving certain immunizations before the start of school in August 2010 or they will not be permitted to attend school.

Students entering 7• th grade need to have a booster dose of Tdap vaccine. Students entering Kindergarten need: 5 doses DTap/DTP/DT; 4 doses Polio; 2 doses MMR; 3 doses Hepatitis B; 2 doses • Varicella (chickenpox).

These vaccines can be obtained at the Portage County Health Department or your healthcare provider. Seventh grade students received a form with their report cards that can be taken to the “shot” appointment to be completed. You may also submit a copy of your “shot” visit statement as proof of immunization. According to Ohio law, students not providing proof of immunization will be excluded from school after 14 days. We appreciate your cooperation in promptly submitting your child’s proof of immunization to the school nurse.

Three New Principals to Welcome Crestwood Students This Fall

When students return to school this fall they may be greeted by a new principal. Our new administrative team of Beth Trivelli, Mike Maglionico and Julie Schmidt will be replacing retiring principals Mr. Rauber, Mrs. DiMaso who were at the elementary buildings, and Dr. Hill at the middle school, who resigned to become superintendent in nearby Waterloo Schools. Although we will miss these leaders, we are excited about our new administrative team members. Julie Schmidt will be the new principal at Crestwood Middle School, Michael Maglionico at Crestwood Intermediate School, and Beth Trivelli at Crestwood Primary School. They replace exiting principals Andrew Hill, Patricia DiMaso, and Tom Rauber. Crestwood Middle School Curriculum Principal Jan Zimmerman will be replaced by a yet-to-be named interim assistant principal. Julie A. Schmidt has been appointed to the position of Principal at Crestwood Middle School. The past several years she has served as an eighth grade social studies teacher at Crestwood Middle School. She previously worked as an elementary teacher for Kent City Schools. Julie received her degree in educational administration at Kent State University in May 2009. She did her administrative internship under exiting Principal Dr. Andrew Hill assisting him in the areas of curriculum development, scheduling, and staff development. She has played a large role in building and district efforts to improve learning through the use of student data and the design of high-quality interventions. Michael Maglionico has been named as the new Principal of Crestwood Intermediate School. Mr. Maglionico received his undergraduate degree from Cleveland State University and completed his preparation in educational administration a Kent State University. He began his career as a teacher for Ravenna City Schools in 1999 and served the Geauga County Educational Service Center as an administrator in the area of special education from 2007 through spring 2010. Mike is a graduate of Crestwood High School. Beth Trivelli has been appointed to the position of Principal at Crestwood Primary School. Mrs. Trivelli completed her undergraduate degree at Miami University in Oxford Ohio. She received her Master’s Degree and her Ed. S. at Kent State University. She has served Kent City Schools as an elementary teacher, a mentor teacher, and as an intervention specialist. She has played a large role in teacher staff development at Kent Schools and has a very strong background in the area of elementary reading instruction and intervention. We would like to congratulate these individuals for their performance throughout the intensive screening process. These three principals were chosen from nearly 70 applicants for the positions.

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CHS Band Performs at Nation’s Capital

Members of the Crestwood High School Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Bands traveled to our nation’s capital April 21-26. The ensembles were selected by audition to perform in concert at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as part of the Washington, D.C. International Music Festival. The Crestwood musicians were one of only three high school groups to be extended such a prestigious invitation. They also performed an outdoor concert at the Lincoln Memorial. Director Kate Ferguson commented, “I am so proud of these students both for their outstanding performances and their exemplary behavior during the entire trip.” The students had the opportunity to visit/tour the U.S. Capitol, monuments, museums of the Smithsonian Institute, the Holocaust Museum, Arlington National Cemetery. The trip also included a concert by the US Navy Band and a minor league baseball game between the Bowie Baysox and the Akron Aeros.

MAY 2010 STUDENTS & ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

Back Row: Jordan Fedor (12th), David Brock (Baseball),Michael Nichols (12th), Wes Skupski (11th)

Front Row: Jocelyn Pearce (10th ), Alex McKinley (Softball), Sydney France (9th), Kari Piechocinski (12th)

Crestwood High School Band students were recognized at the annual awards banquet on May 28 for their many accomplishments during the past school year. Among the senior award winners were (left to right): Dylan Becker, Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Award and Bandsman of the Year Award; Ryan Hilty, John Philip Sousa Award; and MJ Eckhouse, Louis Armstrong Jazz Award.

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Crestwood Hosts Portage County Food Show

On April 21, Crestwood Local School District hosted the Portage County Food Show. There were more than 80 guests in attendance which included food service staff from all districts in Portage County. Guests met several vendors and tasted many samples provided. Guests were then given a presentation by Ben Mullins, Education Specialist at GFS and a brief presentation by Cheryl Ommert from the Ohio Department of Education. In addition to over 200 raffle prizes which included gift cards, plants, a Thomas Kinkaid painting, etc., a 50/50 raffle drawing was held as well. As guests exited the building they were given a flower pot and thank you note on behalf of the Crestwood Food Service Team. Many thanks to our sponsors: Albert Guarneri & Co., Dean Foods, General Mills, Gordon Food Service, P&S Bakery, Reiter Diary and Smith’s Dairy. A big thank you goes out to all those who had made a contribution towards this event: Comfort Café, Jake’s, Eagle Creek Growers, Gionino’s-Hiram, Breezewood Garden’s, Mary Beth Thigpen (Tastefully Simple), Heinen’s-Aurora, Giant Eagle, Elizabeth Baker (Avon), Mantua Pharmacy, Brian Hirsch, Kristen & Connor Marek, Kimi Zifchak, Denny & Debbie Bujak, Bill & Cheryl Hirsch, Jane Petro, Connie Nunns,Teresa Zimmerman, Gary & Susie Janson and the Crestwood Technology team. This event was such a great success because of all of your contributions.

interest. Spend an hour each night sitting outside sharing a book as a family. Use books-on-tape as you travel in a car, or even encourage students to create their own tapes that can be played back at bedtime. If you like to sing, fire up the karaoke machine and read the lyrics as you dream of becoming the next American Idol. Read about the plants in your garden, the stars in the sky, the teams that play ball and the clouds that pass by. Read the labels on cereal, and the front page news. Read an exciting mystery and pay attention to clues. It doesn’t really matter, the content or speed, what is really important is that you choose to READ. Go On Vacation : Maybe you can’t actually afford a trip, but a virtual vacation can take you all over the world, and even into space if you choose. With books and the internet, students may learn about cultures, diversity, geography, economics, etc. You can even visit some of the tourist sites by using the internet. Try Google Maps to find 3D images of every destination you would want to choose. What other “hidden” information can you find by taking your travels off the beaten path? What jobs do the residents hold and how does this compare to Mantua, Ohio? What different foods do they eat? Maybe you could have a special meal with ethnic foods, and let your child help with the menu and preparations. What are the most popular sites, and what is the history around them? What is unique? Maybe give your child some “virtual” money and let them plan a dream vacation. They would need to find hotels and activities for the entire time. This is a great way to teach about budgeting money and choosing priorities. Have Fun: Ask “silly” questions and allow your child to predict, and then actually figure out the results. How many giant steps do you think it would take to walk down our driveway? How many times can you swing back and forth in 5 minutes? How many coins can you pick up from the bottom of the pool in one breath, and who can get the most money? How many out of state license plates will we see from home to grandma’s house? Where would be the best place to find a frog? What time do you think it will start to rain? Who can make the biggest bubble? The goal is to be creative and encourage your child to think. Ask why questions so that they must explain their logic.Thank you for a wonderful year and have a safe and healthy summer break.

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TRANSPORTATION NOTES FOR THE 2010/2011 SCHOOL YEAR

TRANSPORTATION FORMS(Alternate Bus Stop, Ending Alternate Bus Stop, & Junior/Senior Registration) All transportation forms are available on the Crestwood website. Go to crestwood.sparcc.org, click on Transportation – locate appropriate form. If you plan on stopping in during the summer please call ahead, our summer hours do vary. (330.274.2776) Feel free to leave a message. It is the parents or legal guardian’s legal responsibility to ensure supervision for the child before and after they are picked up at their legal residence, alternate bus stop, or collection point.

ALTERNATE BUS STOP FORM (Students who use a sitter or daycare) Alternate Bus Stop forms are only good for the current school year and you must fill out a new Alternate Bus Stop form each year. As always, if you know your arrangements before the end of the school year you can fill out the form and return or fax it to the Transportation office Please return or fax (330.274.3706) the Alternate Bus Stop form to the Transportation office as soon as possible, but no later then July 31, 2010. If you plan on stopping in after the last day of school, our summer hours vary so please call ahead. (330.274.2776)Allow three (3) business days to process your request.

ENDING ALTERNATE BUS STOP FORM (Students who use a sitter or daycare) You must submit this Ending Alternate Bus Stop Form to the Transportation office if you choose to end an Alternate Bus Stop request that is currently on file. Once your ending form is processed your student is automatically added back to the Bus Route to and from their legal residence unless another Alternate Bus Stop Form is turned in for processing. All forms once completed can be brought to the Transportation office, schools, or faxed to 330.274.3706. Allow three (3) business days to process your request.

JUNIOR/SENIOR REGISTRATIONTO REGISTER YOUR 10/11 JUNIOR OR SENIOR FOR BUS TRANSPORTATION If you have a Junior or Senior that will be riding the school bus for the 10/11 school year as alwaysJuniors & Seniors must register for bussing. Look for the 10/11 Junior - Senior bus registration form to come with your Sophomore or Junior’s end of the year report card. Please return or fax (330.274.3706) the Junior - Senior bus registration form to the Transportation office as soon as possible, but no later then July 31, 2010. If you plan on stopping in after the last day of school, our summer hours vary so please call ahead. (330.274.2776)Allow five (5) business days to process your request.

BUS PASSHOW BUS PASSES ARE ISSUED AND WHAT INFO IS NEEDEDAs always bus passes are issued on an emergency basis only. Approval is issued from the building administrator, secretary, or Transportation Dept. A detailed note must be sent or a phone call to the school office from the parent or guardian with all pertinent information to have a bus pass issued. Information needed: Name, GR., Reason, Bus #, and Name and Address of person at emergency stop. Sleepovers, parties, school projects, carpooling, evening groups, clubs or lessons etc… are not considered an emergency and will not be authorized. If your emergency arises after school hours and will affect the morning route please contact the Transportation office at 330.274.2776. Feel free to leave a message. Bus passes will be monitored for abuse.

Attn Bus:___________ Transportation Office Use Only Office: 330.274.2776 Fax: 330.274.3706

To Parents/Guardians of an upcoming Junior or Senior student:

If your Junior or Senior student will be riding the bus to/from school during the school year you must register him/her for this service. Families of an upcoming Junior or Senior will need to register each year by completing and returning a “Request for Bus Transportation Form”. Any Junior or Senior who do not register will not be scheduled on routes.

Bus schedules will not be posted at the schools. Bus schedules will be mailed out the week of August 16th. It is imperative that you review all personal information and contact our office with any discrepancies or if you have not received your child’s bus schedule by August 21st.

All Transportation Forms are also located on the Crestwood Website: www.crestwood.sparcc.org.

Please allow five (5) business days to process form from the time we receive it in the Transportation Office.

Any questions please contact the Transportation office at 330.274.2776 or contact us by email transport@crestwood.sparcc.org.

Return or fax (330.274.3706) completed form to the Transportation office by July 31st.

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REGISTRATION FORM

*JUNIOR OR SENIOR STUDENTS ONLY*

Please register the following student for bus transportation to & from school:

NAME: _____________________________ GRADE: ____________ D.O.B.: ________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________ PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

(Office Use Only) Transportation Office 330.274.2776 Approved or Denied Fax 330.274.3706 Date ___________ If approved: AM BUS # _______ T ________ PM BUS #______ T________

CRESTWOOD LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ALTERNATE BUS STOP FORM (Not a change of address form)

An Alternate Bus Stop form is used to request your student to be picked up or dropped off somewhere other then their legal residence within the district long term. No requests for alternating days or weeks will be approved. Alternate Bus Stop forms must be filled out and submitted to the Transportation office for approval and processing. It will take three (3)business days to process this request after it is received in the Transportation office. Once approved and processed the student will be transported everyday to and from their Alternate Bus Stop request. Students may be required to walk to a collection point. Only one (1) Alternate Bus Stop Form request on file per child. If your alternate bus stop needs to change for any reason a new form must be filled out, approved and processed. This will replace the previous form. Only three (3) alternate forms/changes allowed per student per school year. Alternate Bus Stop forms are only good for the present school year.

ENDING AN ALTERNATE STOP: You need to submit an Ending Alternate Stop form to the Transportation office if you are ending an Alternate Stop request on file. Once your ending form is processed your student is automatically added back to the bus route to and from their legal residence unless another Alternate Bus Stop form is turned in for processing. All forms are available at the schools, Transportation Department or on the school’s website at crestwood.sparcc.org.

PLEASE PRINT STUDENT LEGAL NAME: _____________________________________________ GRADE_______

HOME ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________ HOUSE # STREET CITY ZIP

PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: ___________________________ HOME PHONE _______________

WORK PHONE: ________________________ CELL PHONE:_______________________________

PLEASE CHOOSE ONLY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: • Pick-up will be at the following daycare/sitter with drop-off at HOME

DAYCARE/SITTER NAME: __________________________ Phone:______________________

DAYCARE/SITTER ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________

DAYCARE/SITTER AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:____________________________________

• Pick-up will be at HOME with the drop-off at the following DAYCARE/SITTER

DAYCARE/SITTER NAME: __________________________ Phone: _____________________

DAYCARE/SITTER ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________

DAYCARE/SITTER AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:____________________________________

• Pick-up AND drop-off at the following DAYCARE/SITTER

DAYCARE/SITTER NAME: __________________________ Phone:______________________

DAYCARE/SITTER ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________

DAYCARE/SITTER AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:____________________________________ If approved, I understand that the child listed above will be picked up and dropped off at the requested above Alternate Stop Address until I request in writing for this service to end. I understand the Transportation Manager reserves the right to deny this request if the location of the stop or request is deemed impractical or inconsistent with policy.

Signature (Parent or Legal Guardian) Today’s Date Date to START

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STUDENTS OF THE MONTH – MAY 2010

6th Grade Morgan Faldowski, Anthony Foulkes, Brittany Pich,

Aaron Czerny, Hannah Kent, Jacob Lieberth

7th GradeEmma Jane Carson, Jeremy Hand, Kira Judd,

Bryanna Herbold, Megan McDivitt, Brendan Fannin

8th GradeSamantha Canepa, Matthew Gualtieri, Jenna Cisar, Thomas Macerol, Meaghan Green, Justin Vaughan

New Advisory Program Opens Path for Teacher to Help Students Love to Learn

As part of the 7th grade Advisory third nine weeks citizenship curriculum, Mrs. Anfang’s advisory class contributed to their school community by helping Mrs. Stine in the library with various dusting, cleaning, and shelving tasks. They also participated in a read-a-thon for a week to raise money for a field trip and to donate money to our school library for Mrs. Stine to purchase new books. Mrs. Ester Cross, the Children’s Librarian at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna, enticed the students with “Exciting Summer Reads” in her book talk presentation as part of the field trip on Friday, May 28. After a tour of the new additions to the library that opened in 2006, the students, Mrs. Anfang, and Ms. Zimmerman headed to Susie K’s Café & Tea Room for a light lunch of wonderful salads and sandwiches where they were greeted with a personalized welcome sign on Main Street. Then it was off to the Deluxe Bakery to pick up a few treats and gifts and on to Dairy Queen for “Something Different” as they say. McKenzie Bollinger, Savannah Burkett, Leannah Frances, Alyssa Lamb, Reba Mach, Kaylee Mays, Heather McIntyre, Taylor Mendiola, Kelsey Mertes, Haley Rohland, Sami Spencer, and Carol Zack were able to check out books after the book talk with their new library cards and will be all set for a summer full of “Exciting” reading. The advisory program was a new program at the Middle School during the 09-10 school year that aimed to build strong student-adult connections throughout the building. Approximately 12 students were grouped with an adult in the building who met twice per week throughout the school year where the group discussed and participated in a variety of topics including team building, goal planning, communication skills and citizenship.

Eighth-grade computer students learn how to properly type a business letter during their computer class. Mrs. Moore has her students compose a letter, and send it to any person or organization of their choice. Students request some type of memorabilia in the composition of the letter. Jacob Agle was quite excited to receive a personally autographed picture of

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Coach Jim Tressel, as well as a team picture, trading card of Coach Tressel, and team poster. Ironically, Jacob was dressed in support of his favorite team for Right to Read week on the day he received the items from Ohio State.

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CEA Booth at Potato Festival Paves Wayfor 5 Middle School Summer Camp Scholarships

For the first time ever, Crestwood Education Association had a booth at the Potato Festival last September. CEA executive board decided that it was important to be more involved with the community. Teachers worked the booth all weekend. Coloring books were created for the occasion and passed out. A CEA banner was created and decorated the table. Teachers donated baskets that were raffled off. Profits from the basket raffle went to the creation of a Middle School Summer Camp Scholarship. The Mantua Rotary was contacted and they indicated a willingness to also contribute to the scholarship. Through the combined efforts of the CEA and the Mantua Rotary, 5 Summer Camp Scholarships have been awarded.

8• th grader Grant Bates will attend Mount Union Football camp in June. 8• th grader, Sierra Hobbs will attend Aurora Conservatory Dance Camp. 7• th grader, Noah Gula will find it a bit easier to go to Boy Scout Camp Manatoc this summer;7• th grader, Natalie Cline will be attending Wooster Music Camp and 6• th Grader; Courtney Capel is planning to attend a Girl Scout camp with our assistance.

A very important component of the middle school philosophy is to allow students to try new things and develop existing skills. Attending summer camps often allows students to do that! Scholarships are a wonderful way to allow students to have rich experiences. Thank you to all who had a part of this project.

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Portage County K-9 Officers Take Their Partners to see the

CIS’s “Just Say No!” Club

On May 14, four Portage County K-9 units visited the Crestwood Intermediate School’s fourth grade “Just Say No!” club. The ninety boys and girls in the voluntary club were treated to a full day of drug-free fun as a reward for their year-long dedication and sacrifice. All fourth graders are invited to join the club designed to educate the children about the dangers of illegal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. They give up one recess per month to meet with advisors Betty Ostrowske, Marge Franks, and Irene Ruehr. The students were bussed to the Roller Hutt in Garrettsville for the morning of the event. Thank you to the Roller Hutt for donating the rink! In the afternoon, the boys and girls were treated to snacks as they received an extra recess. The afternoon was started off with K-9 officer demonstrations. Thank you to the K-9 officers and their partners for spending this time with the “Just Say No!” club!

Officer Aaron Coates and partner “Bo” from the Streetsboro Police Department, Sgt. C. Adkins and partner “Joker” from the Brimfield Police Department, and

K-9 officer “Havoc” with partner Sgt. Dave Knarr, also from the Brimfield Police Department. Also in attendance but not pictured were Deputy Eric Noel and

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On Friday, May 7, the fifth grade at the Intermediate School held its annual spelling bee. Four top spellers from each class were chosen to participate. First place winner was Ben Pearce from Mrs. Duvall’s class, Second place was Taylor Gall from Mr. Schmitt’s class, and third place was Alex Kachenko from Mrs. Cartwright’s class.

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The kindergarten students at Primary school held an expert expo. The students picked a topic of interest to them and

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Field day for Crestwood Primary School was a great success. A HUGE thank-you to Mr. and Mrs. Doneyko and ALL of the

volunteers. The event was super organized and very well-staffed!!!

A fun time was had by all.

Field Day 2010

Mrs. Brugmann’s Kindergarten students look forward to first grade as they plant their sunflowers. They will return to the sunflower house as first graders in the fall to see how it has grown and changed.

Mrs. Brugmann’s students went to Wagon Trails Park to feed and observe animals.

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