Good News Friday - March 18, 2011

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GOOD NEWS FRIDAY

March 18, 2011

NEWS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE

TORNADO DRILL PLANNED FOR MARCH 23

With the warmer weather beginning to arrive it is time to begin planning for the possibility of severe weather. Ohio Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week brings the annual statewide tornado drill, scheduled for Wednesday, March 23 at 9:50 a.m.  At that time, every county will sound its warning sirens and broadcast an Emergency Alert System test message. For more information and tornado safety tips, visit http://www.weathersafety.ohio.gov/.

WAYNE LOCAL HALL OF FAME

The Wayne Local Hall of Fame exists to recognize individuals who exemplified excellence in two categories: 1) Academic Leadership (accomplishments while a student in the Wayne Local School District, and/or 2) Success and Citizenship (accomplishments after graduation from Wayne Local School District, or while an employee of the school district, or for other significant contributions to the school district).
Nomination forms may be picked up in the Superintendent's office or click here to access an online form. Deadline for forms is April 15, 2011. The recipients of the Hall of Fame award will be announced at the 2011 Wayne Local Alumni Dinner Saturday, May 28

SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT SURVEY

In relation to the grant recently received by our district, a parent survey has been developed to solicit parent input for our special education program.  All parents of students who are receiving special education services (who are on an IEP) are asked to complete this survey.  This may be done confidentially online at the following link
http://wayne-local.net/limesurvey/index.php?sid=46615&lang=en.  A paper-form option will also be mailed to parents soon.  Wayne Local Schools has been awarded a $29,000 special education grant to examine service delivery, increase teacher effectiveness and improve the school performance of students with disabilities.
Questions?
Contact Dr. Mary Franzosa
mfranzosa@wayne-local.com

WAYNESVILLE CONCERT BAND EARNS SUPERIOR RATING AT CONTEST

On Friday, March 11, 2011, the Waynesville Concert Band attended the OMEA District 13 Large Group Adjudicated Event at Madison High School.  They performed Columbian March, Andromeda, and Simple Gifts: Four Shaker Songs in front of three judges and a crowd of supportive relatives and friends.  The band was then ushered to the sight-reading room where they were given a total of eight minutes to look at a piece of music they had never seen before being required to play it in front of a fourth judge, concentrating on making as few errors as possible.  When the scores were tabulated, the band earned a combined rating of I (Superior), with a I, I, and II from the stage judges, and a I in sight-reading.  This is the strongest showing the Concert Band has had in many years!  The Superior rating allows the group to perform again at the State level – the Southwest Region’s event will be held on April 29-30, 2011 at Lakota Freshman School.  This is only the fourth time in the past twelve years that the Waynesville Concert Band has been able to perform at State!  Thanks to everyone who made the trip to Middletown to support our Superior musicians! 

Leslie A. Schleman, Band Director
lschleman@wayne-local.com

ART NEWS

Painting Party / Open Art Studio
Calling all interested Picassos!!  The high school art rooms will be open for “open studio” on Wednesday evenings, March 9 – April 13 from 6:00 – 8:00.  Canvases will be available for sale: 12”x12” @ $2.50, 18”x24” @ $5.00, 20”x30” @ $10.00. The open studio time is time for anyone, high school students or adults to come and participate in the arts.  The pottery wheels are available to be used, as well.  You may purchase clay at $1/ lb. which covers firing and glazing of the clay work. Come join the art party! 

Art Competitions
This is the time of year for area art competitions.  High School art students are invited to enter the Governor’s Art Competition, the Congressional District Art Competition, the Miamisburg Art Guild Art Competition, the Warren County Art Council Art Show. Interested students should contact Mrs. Foley regarding entry requirements and dates.  Of course, the Wayne-Local art show will be held in the spring.  Mark the dates:  May 3 & 4, 2011.

Art Scholarships
Seniors are encouraged to apply for the Warren County Arts Council scholarship open to any Warren country student of the arts.  The “arts” include instrumental, vocal, performing, and visual arts.  Applications are available in the guidance office and the deadline is April 1. 
The NAHS is awarding a scholarship to any senior student in visual arts. This scholarship is based on a portfolio of 5 art works and an essay.  Applications are due April 15, 2011.  See Mrs. Foley for details.

Donations
Spring cleaning soon?  We could use any of the following:  iron, blender, hot plate, slow cooker, old sheets, old towels, plastic containers, shoe boxes, yarn, wood scraps, buttons, yarns, nails, plastic bags.  Send items to the Waynesville high school art department.

Leanne Foley,  NBCT
WHS Art Instructor
lfoley@wayne-local.com

CAMP INVENTION – A PROGRAM OF INVENT NOW

Camp Invention program for children grades one through six being offered this summer.  For more information click Camp Invention.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Kindergarten Registration Packets are available in the Elementary Office. If your child turns 5 on or before September 30, 2011, Please click here to learn more. Kindergarten

WHS ARENA SCHEDULING DATE

WHS arena scheduling will be March 31st from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.
All parents and students should attend at the following times:
Class of 2014– Parent/Student meeting in the gym at 5:00 followed by Scheduling at 5:20
Class of 2013– Parent/Student meeting in the gym at 5:45 followed by Scheduling at 6:05
Class of 2012– Parent/Student meeting in the gym at 6:30 followed by Scheduling at 6:50
Class of 2015- Parent/Student meeting in the Cafeteria at 6:45  

HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE WEBSITE

Please visit the Wayne Local High School Guidance website.  It can be found under the high school section on the Wayne Local Website or you can also click on the following:  www.whsguidance.weebly.com.

New SCHOLARSHIPS posted daily:
Several new scholarships are listed on the guidance website www.whsguidance.weebly.com under the “scholarships” tab. This website is updated daily.

College Preparation for Students with Disabilities
Interesting and helpful information is posted on the guidance web page www.whsguidance.weebly.com under the “College Planning” tab for parents of students with disabilities.

Enrichment programs for YOUR child available NOW;
There are several wonderful enrichment programs your child can participate in if they meet the qualifications. Please review opportunities on the high school guidance webpage www.whsguidance.weebly.com for opportunities during the spring and summer.  

Please contact Cathy Joefreda at cjoefreda@wayne-local.com if you have any questions.

Catherine M. Joefreda
Guidance Counselor
Waynesville High School
735 Dayton Road
Waynesville, Ohio  45068

ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL JR PARENTS
It’s time to start thinking about the 2011 After-Prom, which will immediately follow Prom on April 30, 2011.  It’s up to us parents to ensure that our kids have a fun, safe & memorable night. We will provide inflatables, a variety of games, lots of food & drinks, & prizes will be given out all night long. Last year we had a great turnout with almost 180 kids in attendance. In order to make this another successful After-Prom, we need as many volunteers as possible.  I also need a Jr. parent to take over my position as President of the committee. I will guide you through everything as well as the other returning Sr. parents.
Please call, text or email me your name, child’s name & contact # if you are willing to be a part of this special night.
Angie Young
President, After Prom Committee
937-974-8818 cell
ayoung31@woh.rr.com

2010-2011 WAYNESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS PRE-ORDER INFORMATION

Pre-orders are now available for the 2010-2011 high school yearbooks. Pre-Order and pay for Yearbooks online with EZPAY. After logging into the EZpay system from the schools website, choose "School Activities" and then "Publications". Select the yearbook pre-order for the grade your student is in. For example, senior students must select the senior yearbook pre-order. Yearbook pre-orders may also be made with a check or cash dropped of to the high school library. Make checks payable to "Waynesville High School".
Price: $55
Deadline for Pre-Order: April 15
Contact Mr. Lewis (dlewis@wayne-local.com) for more information or with questions.

TRANSPORTATION SAFETY TIP

Talk Quietly - An important school bus safety tip is to talk with a quiet voice. There should be no loud voices or yelling. The bus driver must be able to hear what is going on both inside and outside the bus in case of an emergency.  School bus safety is a part of Spartan Pride Community Wide.

BCI AND FBI BACKGROUND CHECKS
All volunteers and coaches must have BCI and FBI background results on file at Wayne Local Schools.  The FBI background check must be redone every 5 years.  As long as you continuously live in Ohio the BCI background check will not have to be redone after the initial submission. The Superintendent’s Office has the capability to process these checks.  The Superintendent’s Office or building offices can tell you what results we currently have on file.

The Superintendent’s office will be open to do fingerprinting on TUESDAYS from 9:00 – 2:30. 
The cost for this service is:  $25 – BCI     $35 – FBI    $55 – Both 
CASH OR MONEY ORDER ONLY
YOU MUST BRING A PHOTO ID
Call if you have questions. 897-6971

SCHOOL CLOSINGS
The quickest and most accurate way to learn of a delay or closing is to check our school district website at www.wayne-local.com .This will always be the very first place a change in school schedules is reported.  If there is no message about school schedules on the main page then no change has been made.

The next way to get fast information is from Cnotify. 
If you are interested in being notified by cNotify you can personally register by going to our website and click on cnotify.  You can be notified by phone, email, and/or text message.  You will receive the message faster by text message.  If you have a problem, please contact Jim Lucas at 513 897-7011 or cnotify@wayne-local.com

When contacting Jim Lucas to subscribe or unsubscribe you will need to supply all of the following information:
*Phone number that is being contacted.
*Cell phone carrier if you want text messaging.
*Parents’ name and student’s name.
*Phone number that you can be reached at if we have questions.

Of course, we will notify all local TV and radio stations, but it can take up to thirty minutes before they report our information.

SPORTS NEWS

Congratulations Alyssa Ritchie!
Alyssa Ritchie was named Sportswoman of the Year in Tennis by the Women in Sports Foundation of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.  Alyssa is one of ten high school winners that represent 10 different sports and is eligible to be picked Overall Sportswomen of the Year at the banquet held on Monday, April 18th at the Savannah Center in West Chester, Ohio.

Congratulations and Good Luck!

Winter awards:

Boys Basketball
SWBL – First Team Luke Creditt
Honorable Mention – Ryan Potter, Chase Gianattasio
Southwest District AP – Special Mention – Luke Creditt
District 15 Underclass Team – Luke Creditt

Girls Basketball
SWBL First Team – Lauren Bunn, Amber Bell
Honorable Mention- Jessica Klan, Ali Caplinger
Southwest District AP – Special Mention- Lauren Bunn
District 15 First Team – Lauren Bunn, Amber Bell
District 15 Underclass - Jessica Klan

Amber Bell and Lauren Bunn will be playing in the SWBL All-Star game on Monday, March 21st at Madison High School at 5:30.  This will be followed by the Boys game with Chase Gianattasio and Ryan Potter participating.

Lauren and Amber will also be playing in the District 15 All-Star game on Wednesday, March 23rd  at 6:00 at Centerville High School.

Swimming
Taylor Petersen 19th State 500 Freestyle

Wrestling
Cody Steiner – 2nd State 119lb Division III
Austin Parish District Qualifier

Spring Sports coming!
Spring Sports will kick off their seasons on Monday, March 28th.

Good Luck
Gab tgabbard@wayne-local.com

Remember to Check  www.Highschoolsports.net   for any schedule changes that may occur.

WAYNESVILLE SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION
Come and join us for fun in the water this summer! Registration will be held for the Blue Dolphins Summer Swim Team anytime from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2011 in the High School/Middle School Cafeteria in Waynesville Middle School. This team is for children (ages 5- 18 as of June 1, 2011) who live in the Wayne Local School District. Practices, meets and championships run from June 6th thru July 21st.
There is a $65 team fee for new swimmers and a $20 discount given for past swimmers who have Sauerkraut Festival duties fulfilled. This fee does not include the optional team suit. There will be a swim suit fitting and orders taken at the registration.
Registration forms are also available on the Blue Dolphins website: www.waynesvillebuledolphins.org
The Waynesville Blue Dolphins Swim Team is a recreational summer swim team. The team is a member of the Miami Valley Swimming Association (MSVA) which emphasizes safety, participation and individual time improvement and is not a highly competitive league.
For more information contact Patrick Cassidy at 513-897-3457. (4/8)

3RD GRADE BOYS BASKETBALL WIN!!
The Waynesville 3rd grade boys won in dramatic fashion over Miamisburg in the Dayton Metro League Tournament over the weekend.  Miamisburg beat the Waynesville boys in the top bracket sending them to the bottom bracket. They met up again later in the tournament for the championship game. Miamisburg had not lost yet so Waynesville had to beat them 2 games to be the champions. The first game Waynesville was in control the whole way and won. The second game was a battle the whole way, coming down to the wire. Waynesville played their hearts out and won by one point with David Muth scoring with less than 30 seconds left then Miamisburg drove the ball down the court and missed the shot. Hunter Fillmore got the rebound and controlled the ball to run the clock out.

WLS resident senior citizens (age 62 and over) are eligible for a free pass for all home sports events - Senior citizens who live in the Wayne Local School District can contact Helen at the central office for the passes. 897-6971

All schedules and scores can be found on www.Highschoolsports.net

PTO NEWS

WELLNESS

Warren County Combined Health Dist. Newsletter – Mar. 2011

USE CAUTION WHEN SPRING CLEANING

Spring is on the way and everyone is ready to “spring clean”.  The Environmental Division of the Health Department advises consumers that common household agents can cause fatal injuries when mixed incorrectly.  One dangerous combination is ammonia and bleach.  When these two compounds are mixed a chemical reaction occurs between the bleach (5.25% sodium hypochlorite) and ammonia (ammonium hydroxide) resulting in the release of nitrogen trichloride gas.  This poisonous gas can cause almost instant corrosive oxidation of the mucous membranes, as in the eyes and lungs.  Always use household chemical products as directed by the manufacturer and do not mix products as the result can be hazardous to your health.  If you have any questions, contact the Environmental Division at 513 695-1220, 513 261-1220, 513 925-1220 or 937 425-1220.

CHILD FIND

A Search for all children with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 21.
Child find is the process of identifying, locating and evaluating children with disabilities who may be in need of special education and related services.
Contact:  Mrs. Mary Franzosa, Special Education Coordinator at 513 855-4357.

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COMMUNITY NEWS
Community announcements are provided as a courtesy for the community. WLS does not endorse or promote any activity.

GOOD NEWS FROM WAYNESVILLE YOUTH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Below are dates for Peewee Football and Cheerleading Sign-ups for the Spring.  All sign-ups will be held in the middle school cafeteria! 

March 29     6:00 – 7:30                 Sign-ups for Football grades 1-6 and Cheerleading grades 3-6
April 27       6:00 – 7:30                 Sign-ups for Football grades 1-6 and Cheerleading grades 3-6
April 30       10:00 am – NOON      Sign-ups for Football grades 1-6 and Cheerleading grades 3-6
*This is the last opportunity to sign up for CHEERLEADING as uniform fittings are scheduled for MAY 7!!
May 12         6:00 – 7:00                      Sign-ups for Football grades 1-6 only!          

Dear Waynesville Residents:
The message below is a formal announcement in regards to a vacancy on Waynesville Village Council, which was left as a result of the resignation of Jim Martin last month.  Mr. Martin was concerned that his increasing professional workload would likely prevent him from continuing to effectively serve on Council.  Mr. Martin has served on Council for the past four (plus) years and he has played a strong role in planning for the future of the Village as a Council Member and as a member of both the Public Works Committee and the Police Committee.

If you have been a resident for at the least one year and you are interested in being considered for appointment to this vacant Council seat, then please go to: http://www.waynesville-ohio.org/2008%20Files/08%20Documents/Application%20for%20Appointment%20to%20Board%20and%20Commissions.pdf for a Boards & Committees Application. Applications must be submitted to the Clerk of Council by March 21, 2011 at 4:30 PM.  Council anticipates reviewing the applications once the deadline has passed, then making an appointment at the Council Meeting to be held on the first Monday of April.  

Bruce Snell, Village Manager
Village of Waynesville, 1400 Lytle Road, Waynesville, OH 45068
Phone: 513.897.8015

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
Saturday, March 19  8am - 12 noon
Masonic Lodge   1351 Lytle Rd
Schedule appointment at www.donortime.com
Required to donate:  A photo ID with your full name.  Please bring your donor ID card with you if you have one.  Must be at least 16 (16 year olds must have a signed CBC parental consent form), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in generally good health.

2011 US SERVICE ACADEMY DAY
Congressman Mike Turner will host the 2011 US Service Academy Day which will be held at Centerville High School from 9am-12 Noon on Saturday, April 9, 2011. All students’ grades 8 through 12 are welcome to attend.  If your child is interested in attending any of the military academies after they graduate they should attend this meeting. All applicants to any academy need a nomination from a congressman from Ohio’s Third Congressional District. This meeting is a start to getting that required nomination. Scott Rogers is the Service Academy Coordinator and his contact information is scott.rogers@mail.house.gov or 937-225-2843 if you should have any questions.

WAYNESVILLE COMMUNITY DAYS AND 5K RACE
The Waynesville Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the 2011 Waynesville Community Days and 5K Race.  This year’s event will be May 21st at the Waynesville Middle School.  The 5K race will begin at 9am with the fair starting soon after.  If you are a business or a non-profit organization who is interested in promoting your services or doing fundraising we are now accepting application for booth space.  You can call the Chamber office at 513-897-8855 for cost and space information. 

THE NINETEENTH ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION AND DINNER
Presented by The Progressive Women’s Club and sponsored by Lebanon Citizens National Bank, Stubbs Conner Funeral Home and American Legion Post 615 will be held Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the Crossview Christian Church (Formerly Ferry Church of Christ), 4237 E. Social Row  Rd. and Wilmington Dayton Pike.  Bidding 5:30 to 7:30  Buffet Dinner 6:00 to 7:30   Live Auction 7:30  -  $16.00 Per Person.  Tickets available until Sunday, April 24th at The Red Shed and Gravel Hill Gifts, Waynesville  Proceeds support community endeavors and provide scholarships for local students.  Items and donations gratefully appreciated.  For more information call  513-933-0930

Invitation to White House Birthday Dinner for General Ulysses S. Grant
On April 30th, 2011 four lucky couples will dine with General Ulysses S. Grant and his wife in the lovely dining room of the Museum at the Friends Home in Waynesville, Ohio. They will recreate the intimate birthday dinner served during General Grant's presidential term in the White House, featuring period food, vintage costumes, and historical conversation. The General will be portrayed by George Dauler, who has been doing history portrayals for over 25 years. The chinaware will be of the same design President Richard and Pat Nixon used on a daily basis in the White House. This will be an evening not to be missed!  Raffle tickets are six for $5. For tickets, contact the Museum at the Friends Home at 513-897-1607, by e-mail at info@friendshomemuseum.org , or online at www.friendshomemuseum.org . The winning tickets will be drawn on April 2, 2011.  Ticket purchasers do not need to be present to win.  All proceeds will support the Museum and its preservation efforts. 

UPWARD SOCCER
This spring K-4 through 7th grade boys and girls in the Waynesville - Springboro Area will have the opportunity to participate in Upward Soccer.  Practices will begin the week of March 28th and the first game will take place on April 2nd.  The awards celebration will be held on Monday, May 23rd.  Each child must attend one of two mandatory evaluations which will be held Saturday, March 12 from 9:00AM - Noon, and Thursday, March 17th from 6:00PM - 8:00PM.  The evaluations will be held at the First Baptist Church of Waynesville Family Life Center.

The cost is $70.00 per child if registration is received before March 17th (Scholarships are available).  Please contact Becky Cook at 513-897-1009 or Pastor Todd Kornahrens at 937-760-8190 for more information.

VETERANS SERVICE BONUS
Attached is a very important message for veterans of "Iraq, Afghanistan and the Persian Gulf Wars.” Waynesville Finance Director Staci Morris would like to share this with the community. Please share this with anyone you may know that may have served in the military (anywhere) over the past decade. Thank you.  Veterans Service Bonus

MARY L. COOK LIBRARY NEWS

Wowbrary!
The Mary L. Cook Public Library is pleased to now offer weekly email alerts showing you the newest books, DVDs, CDs, and audio books that we purchase each week.  You will be able to request a hold on these items (except for DVDs), and we will call you and let you know when you can pick your items up. To get started, just visit www.wowbrary.org !(4/8)

It's Toddler Laptime!
The spring series of toddler (2 year olds) laptimes will be held Thursday evenings from 6:45 to 7:10 p.m. beginning April 7th & running thru May 12th.  Sign-up begins March 21st!  Stories, games, songs, fingerplays and, occasionally, crafts will be shared with the toddlers during laptimes.  These sessions involve parents as active participants.  Registration begins Monday, March 21st and must be completed in person at the Library.  Contact Miss Kathy (Kathy Daniels), Coordinator of Youth Services, if you have any questions.  513-897-4826   danielka@oplin.org

Library Book Sale: The Mary L. Cook Library will be holding its annual used book sale beginning with a 'friends of the library' preview night Thursday, April 14th from 5-8pm. Memberships are available at the door at a cost of $5 individual/$10 family. The sale continues Friday, April 15th from 9:00am-6:00pm. Saturday, April 16th is $1 a bag day from 10:00am-12noon. Donations of books, magazines, movies, etc. are accepted  thru the start of the sale. We can not accept textbooks, Readers Digest books or encyclopedias. For questions, please call the library @ 513-897-4826.

March Madness for Teens - Afterschool Movie
Tuesday, March 29th  - 3:00pm - 4:30pm (or until movie is over)  (Please arrive on time!)
6TH GRADE AND UP - LIGHT SNACKS AND A DRINK WILL BE PROVIDED! COME JOIN THE FUN! BRING A FRIEND! ***MOVIE ANNOUNCED DAY OF THE SHOW***
WE WILL ONLY SHOW “G” OR “PG” RATED MOVIES. ?’s CALL Kathy or Sheila 513-897-4826

Adult Programming at ML Cook Library
Starting in January 2011 and going through September, the Mary L Cook Public Library will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.  We will be focusing most of this year’s programming around the theme of the American Civil War.  There will be special speakers, books about the civil war, crafts going on, quilts being made, poetry and photography contests, and Civil War items on display.

On Wednesday, April 6th, at 6:00 PM, Author Robert Olmstead will be at the library to talk about his book “The Coal Black Horse”, which was the Adult Book Club Read for March. Mr. Olmstead will be available for questions and book signings in the Community room of the Mary L. Cook Public Library.

April is National Poetry Month.  Beginning on Tuesday night, April 5th, from 6 to 7:30 PM, there will be a weekly poetry workshop.  The workshop will be run by Grace Curtis.  The workshop will be held every Tuesday, the 5th, 12th, 19, and 26th of April.  On April 30, the Poetry Contest Entries will be due.  Winners will be announced on May 17th.  The main theme of the poetry contest will be the Civil war.  If you would like, pick up a copy of “The Brothers’ War, Civil War Voices in Verse” by J. Patrick Lewis.  Many copies of the book are available at the Mary L. Cook Public Library.

“The Writers Workshop” meets on the first and third Monday, April 4th and April 18th, from 6 to 7 PM in the Ohioana Room. If you are a writer, keep a journal, or just want to learn about writing and share your knowledge, you are welcome to attend.  Jen Martin will be your host. 

Join the “Adult Book Club”!  The book club meets every other Tuesday, on April 5th and 19th, at 1 PM.  The book of the month is “The Double Bind” by Chris Bohjalian. The book club will meet in the atrium room and new members are always welcome to join.  Contact Linda Swartzel at 513 897-4826 for more information.

“Rootfinders” genealogy   club will be meeting on the second Saturday, April 12th at 10:00.  Linda Swartzel will be the guest speaker showcasing “West Virginia in the Civil War.” Come and research your roots! Contact Vicki Brown at 513 897-3944 for more information.

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