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How a small health agency is helping a community cope with coronavirus Cameron Knight Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

tributed packets to students and their families. Daeja received one handout with the title, “The PAUSE: A Care Package for Uncertain Times.” It contained links to yoga on YouTube, a TED Talk on mind-

People all over the country are turning to local and state health offi cials for information about the novel coronavirus, and for many, it is their fi rst interaction with these agencies. Matt Clayton, the Springdale Public Health Commissioner, is one of those offi cials. He’s worked in both the Hamilton County and Cincinnati health departments and has more than 16 years of public heath experience. Clayton Police stop crime. Firefi ghters put out fi res. But the job of a public health worker cannot be summed up so quickly. Clayton explained his department’s role is part educator, part law enforcement, part community organizer, part nurse and part disaster prepper. If people begin to test positive for the virus in Springdale, the nursing division of the health department would perform a contact trace to determine who those patients could have exposed. For those quarantined at home with COVID-19, the health department would perform daily checks to help support those patients and monitor their symptoms. When the governor’s offi ce shut down restaurant dining rooms, the Springdale Health Department helped police enforce the measure. The agency already performs health inspections at local eateries. In education, Clayton’s staff is not only ensuring that the most up-to-date information is available, but he’s also getting the word out through churches, business associations and other groups. The Springdale Health Department only has a staff of fi ve, but unlike larger departments, Clayton is able to have a

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North College Hill High School Math teacher, Jason Gregory, 33, grades papers as he waits for students to come pick up their packets so they can continue their schooling from home during the pandemic. PHOTOS BY PHIL DIDION/THE ENQUIRER

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Students face an uncertain school future as they gather lesson packets Max Londberg Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

NORTH COLLEGE HILL – Before the global pandemic, Daeja Summers had the next two years of her education all charted out. She would enroll in a selective cosmetology school, learn to style hair, earn money through a paid internship and receive her high school diploma. Summers But on Wednesday, March 18, the sophomore and her peers at North College Hill High fretted over their academic future. They retrieved homework packets from teachers, whom they won’t see again for weeks if not months. Daeja fears her grades could slip during the school shutdown, jeopardizing her acceptance to Great Oaks Cosmetology. “I wouldn’t want to slip up now,” she said. Still, not having ready access to teachers concerns her.

North College Hill Students and parents circle the school's gym, picking up class packets.

Earlier in the day, a custodian used a yardstick and tape to place tables six feet apart on the gym ﬂ oor, maintaining the social distancing that health oﬃ cials are seeking. North College Hill teachers overcame fear of exposure to the virus and reported to school. They sat at the tables and dis-

COVID-19: Wyoming assembles ‘army’ of volunteers to help Cameron Knight Cincinnati Enquirer

Grace and Doug Nawrocki at Tela Bar + Kitchen in Wyoming. The city has started a free delivery service, staffed by volunteers, to give city businesses a hand during the new coronavirus closures.

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A Facebook page was setup and a call went out. Now an “army” of more than 200 has assembled (digitally) to help deliver food and prescriptions to those stuck at home due to the novel coronavirus, city oﬃ cials said. The brain child of Wyoming City Councilman Zachary Green, the Wyoming Carryout Connection Facebook page is now connecting volunteers with those in need in Wyoming and surrounding communities. “I could not be more proud of our community. Matter of fact, I don’t even think we should use the word community, because we are a family,” Green said on Facebook. “In under 36 hours, close to 200 of our neighbors have stepped up to answer the call to become part of this movement to help each other.” City Manager Lynn Tetley has begun to focus her eﬀ orts on managing the group. “Wyoming is just a community that rises up to help its neighbors,” Tetley said. “People are almost desperate to help.” Tetley said, as of Wednesday, March 18, the group had more volunteers than it

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had people to help. The group’s website went live that Wednesday evening. She is also sending out a letter to her community with her personal contact information. “Those who may be the most vulnerable may be unwilling to share that information in a social media setting,” Tetley said. Tetley said she’s hoping other communities will steal Wyoming’s model

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and put it into practice. “We’d be willing to help other communities set it up,” she said. She also wants to create an avenue for donations of grocery gift cards. At the same time, her staﬀ remains focused on city business to ensure any economic activity that is happening can continue. While she and a city council are ded-

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icating some time to making the Wyoming Carryout Connection a success, Tetley said the project isn’t work to her. “This doesn’t feel like a two o’clock press conference,” she said. “This is me helping the people I love.” Editor’s note: Information included reﬂ ects this article’s original publication date – March 18. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates.

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detailed mental map of every section of his ﬁ ve-square-mile city. He can also have a clear picture of the city’s 11,000 residents living in a city that doesn’t have a hospital within its borders. For its size and location, Springﬁ eld is diverse. Clayton knows the Latino community, 17.5% of the population, is made up many young families and the median in-

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fulness and a Google Doc to contact school counselors. Also available were readings on topics like civil engineering, postal stamp design and the ﬁ rst African American from Texas elected to Congress. Jason Gregory, a math teacher, greeted Daeja and pointed her toward her Algebra II homework. Gregory wore a makeshift face mask made by his wife from a pillowcase and an elastic drawstring from an old pair of pants. Commercial face masks were all sold out. Earlier in the week week, he recorded himself teaching in an empty classroom using his phone taped to a box. He also created a packet with advanced algebra problems dealing with manipulating and simplifying exponents. The packet includes a key with notes on how the problems are solved, notes Gregory normally would write on his classroom whiteboard.

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come of those families is lower than average for the city. He also knows that Springdale’s black community, 29.5% of the population, has a higher than average median income compared to the region’s black community as a whole. His agency works to assist Maple Knoll Village, a retirement community with around 700 residents living in Springdale. Though Clayton said Maple Knoll’s staﬀ of about 400 have extremely safe procedures in place. But that knowledge doesn’t do much without relationships. Clayton said com-

“I think maybe when this is all over I’ll reﬂ ect on how crazy this was,” Gregory said. “But now, I’m just trying to get it all done.” Three in four North College Hill students qualify as low income, according to state ﬁ gures. Wealthier students and low-income students generally improve academically during the school year, said Bruce Fuller, a sociologist at the University of California, Berkeley. But during the summer, low-income students typically slow their educational momentum while wealthier ones, with access to educational summer camps and other activities, tend to learn on the same curve as during the school year. “That widening of the summer gap will just keep growing if kids are out for another two months prior to the summer,” Fuller said. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has said such an extended closure is a possibility. North College Hill teachers are using Google Classroom to post instructional videos and notes amid the closure. But nearly 15% of the district’s students have no home computer, and 11% are without home internet, according to U.S. Census estimates. Keith Spangler, a government, psychology and economics teacher at North College Hill High, said his students may also have to contend with parents losing jobs. “There will be a lot of people hurting,” Spangler said. “Particularly in this community, there will be a lot of people who will need help.” The economic anxiety will impact children.

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Ann Auffrey (right), 61, and Lisa Ellis, 53, share packets with students and parents so that they may continue their education from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. PHIL DIDION/ THE ENQUIRER

“Let’s say everything is back to normal in three weeks,” Spangler said. “This impact is going to be long felt because of those things.” In the gym near Gregory’s table, a freshman student admitted she missed school “a little bit.” Another student, 15-year-old Sinai Gladden, is hopeful school resumes normally after the three-week shutdown. She said she retains information best from hands-on teaching, especially when it comes to math.

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“I think the regular way in the classroom is the best,” she said. Daeja, the sophomore admitted to cosmetology school, clutched her school work as she made an unhurried circuit around the gym, making sure she didn’t miss any take-home assignments. “As soon as I go home,” she said, “I’m going to start on the packets.” Editor’s note: Information included reﬂ ects this article’s original publication date – March 18. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates.

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Changes keep meals coming to seniors despite coronavirus Terry DeMio Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

Every day, well over 7,000 seniors in the Cincinnati region, including Northern Kentucky, receive visitors to their homes with life-sustaining food even in the best of times. In 2019, Council on Aging of Southwest Ohio partners alone provided 1.35 million home-delivered meals to more than 7,000 clients in Hamilton, Butler, Clermont, Warren and Clinton counties, records show. With seniors being vulnerable to COVID-19, the illness caused by the new coronavirus, the numbers of those who need food are driving up. “We have been getting big increases in calls from seniors in the community who wouldn’t normally need our help,” said the area council on aging agency’s CEO Suzanne Burke. “But at this time, they’re ﬁ nding themselves with not enough food, not enough cleaning supplies… (or) toilet paper.” Do not despair, providers say. The meals will come. Arrangements are underway in both Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for food and other necessities. Meals on Wheels of Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky is among agencies stepping up its deliveries to its roughly 2,000 senior clients in the region. “We’re trying to send additional pantry items,” said executive director Jennifer Steele. The nonperishable food that her agency back-ordered is meant to

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help seniors in the event of emergencies for at least two weeks, in addition to the regular meal deliveries. “We’re hearing about people just unable to stand in long lines,” she said. “We don’t want them to go to the grocery stores. It’s a great place to get sick.” The regional Council on Aging is developing plans with all its partners to provide two weeks worth of nonperishable meals for its clients and others who may need them, said Burke. She also said staﬀ is brainstorming on ways to get toilet paper. One idea is to ﬁ nd out whether area schools, closed to help keep people healthy, have extra toilet paper. Agency leaders also say they are not forgetting the thousands of seniors in the

region who, until recently, were served meals at senior centers or other distribution sites, which have had to close because of the pandemic. In Northern Kentucky, seniors who once were served meals at nutrition sites and senior centers will receive meals in a diff erent manner, said Anne Wildman, associate director of human services for Northern Kentucky Area Development District. “It’s going to look diff erent at every site,” Wildman said, but she assured those seniors, “You will be contacted.” Any seniors with questions can call the Northern Kentucky Offi ce on Aging and Disability Resources at 859-6922480, she said.

In Southwest Ohio counties, seniors may call 513-721-1025 if they need help. The Council on Aging is also helping residents who met at various locations for meals. The Lower Price Hill-based Meals on Wheels currentlyuses staﬀ drivers taking meals to seniors, Steele said. They used to visit clients, too. Now, they have to stay outside the homes unless the client needs help putting away meals. The drivers have been taught by public health workers “how to sneeze, how to cough, how to wash their hands,” said Steele. Burke said that the agencies that provide meals are likely to need volunteers to help the seniors who are new to the program or who need extended services. The Council on Aging will put out a call for volunteers on social media and in other ways should that time come. In the meantime, the Council on Aging is seeking donations to help sustain services and needs through the pandemic. To make a tax-deductible donation, go to help4seniors.org. “This is a really critical time,” Steele said. In Northern Kentucky, Wildman agreed. “We need to make sure that the older adults in our community are safe and protected,” she said. “Right now, the best way for that is to stay in. We’ve got to bring help to them.” Editor’s note: Information included reﬂ ects this article’s original publication date – March 18. Visit Cincinnati.com for possible updates.

YMCA oﬀ ers child care to ﬁ rst responders, hospital personnel Luann Gibbs Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

With the assistance of United Way and KnowledgeWorks, The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati is pivoting from a health and wellness center at 11 local branches to open Critical Care Personnel Program sites. All hospital personnel and fi rst responders in need of child care may sign up for the program on a fi rst-come, fi rstserve basis. The sites can provide care for up to 1,100 children.

“In this coronavirus pandemic, we must do everything we can to help those on the front line take care of our community without worrying that their own child is safe,” said YMCA of Greater Cincinnati President and CEO Jorge Perez. On-site wellness checks will be available for children enrolled in the program. Children from infant to age 14 can be served, however, availability varies by each location. Programs are available at the following YMCA branches: ❚ Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive, Blue Ash.

❚ Campbell County YMCA, 1437 S. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas. ❚ Clermont Family YMCA, 2075 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive, Batavia. ❚ Clippard Family YMCA, 8920 Cheviot Road, Colerain Township. ❚ R.C. Durr YMCA, 5874 Veterans Way, Burlington. ❚ Gamble-Nippert YMCA, 3159 Montana Ave., Westwood. ❚ Highland County YMCA, 201 Diamond Drive, Hillsboro. ❚ Carl H. Lindner YMCA, 1425B Linn St., West End.

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COMMUNITY NEWS Northeast Cincinnati Rotary awards speech winners What does it mean to be extraordinary? Isn’t there a little bit of “extraordinary” in all of us? Just ask Sycamore High School student, Grace Zhang, who gave the winning speech at the Rotary Club of Northeast Cincinnati’s annual 4-Way Speech Contest held in Loveland on Tuesday, March 3. Zhang went on to say, “we are not all measured by one standard and we must look for exceptional characteristics in every person.” Second place winner Linda Krier from Ursuline Academy discussed teen mental health and the need for interventions to reduce teen suicides. Madeline Northup, third place winner from Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, talked about religious harmony with references to the Jewish synagogue shootings last October in Pittsburgh. Fourth place winner AJ White from Princeton High School discussed music as an art from and the importance of music education in our high schools. The students received loud applause and a standing ovation from the audience. Guest judges were Councilmen Lee Czerwonka from Blue Ash and Ted Phelps from Loveland as well as Jim Mayer, President of the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce. Czerwonka commented, “all four contestants performed their speeches with tremendous poise and originality.” Phelps stated, “it is heartening to see teens presenting sustained and sophisticated speeches exhibiting sound reasoning and persuasive presentation.” Each student presented an original speech applying Rotary’s famous 4-Way Test, a non-partisan and non-sectarian ethical guide that Rotarians use in their personal and professional relationships. All students spoke without notes or props and were evaluated on their application of the 4-Way Test, originality, organization, and presentation skills. All four contestants received cash prizes and the opportunity to win the Club’s annual $5,000 academic scholarship. The ﬁ rst place winner was scheduled to compete at Rotary’s district contest to be held on March 29 at Wright State University in Dayton. Robert Miller, Rotary Club of Northeast Cincinnati

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Lockland chooses Neyer Properties for advanced site The Village of Lockland recently announced that it has entered into negotiations with Neyer Properties as the preferred developer of the former Stearns & Foster site, now known as “The Locks.” The ideally situated 12-acre site is shovel-ready and owned by the Village. Neyer Properties specializes in fi nding underutilized real estate and bringing it to its highest and best use. “Today we take the next step in revitalizing this community, by bringing back jobs, tax revenues, and private investment to the Village. This land is a prime location and is the foundation of our economic development strategy.” said Mayor Mark Mason. Roughly $5.6 million in public and private funds has been invested into redevelopment since the factory closed in 2001. Momentum picked up in 2017, as the site was identifi ed as ideal for advanced manufacturing use by consultants crafting a master plan. Village offi cials were excited by the potential to attract high paying jobs into the heart of the community. “Neyer Properties is excited to bring our passion for community revitalization and our expertise in real estate development to this site,” said Neyer Properties CEO and President Dan Neyer. “This public-private partnership between Neyer Properties and the Village of Lockland will drive high-quality users to this centrally located property.” Chuck Ackerman and Bill Keefer with Colliers are the listing agents for the site.

HCDC has marshalled $867,000 in funding starting in 2016 toward the project. Funders include the Village of Lockland, Federal EPA, Hamilton County, Duke Energy, Hamilton County Land Bank, and the Ohio Development Services Agency. The surrounding business district was designated as a historic district by the National Park Service which allows for creation of the ﬁ rst Downtown Redevelopment District (DRD) in the County. This district will generate funds for public improvements in and around the project. Concept plans for the site can be viewed at www.locklandoh.org or www.hcdc.com Established in 1983, HCDC, Inc., formerly Hamilton County Development Co. Inc., helps build businesses and promote job creation in three ways: Business Incubation, Business Lending, and Economic Development services. Born out of a need to create jobs to counter a shrinking manufacturing sector, HCDC has nurtured over 300 resident companies, ﬁ nanced over $1 Billion in projects, and has helped attract and create tens of thousands of local jobs. Visit www.HCDC.com for more information. Neyer Properties is a full-service commercial real estate developer specializing in sustainable land development, construction management, investment, and redevelopment. Based in Cincinnati, Neyer Properties owns over 5 million square feet of commercial real estate and has over 200 acres ready for development throughout Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Trisha Sefakis, HCDC, Inc.

College Hill CURC abates 14 commercial tenant rents for April; helps keep avenue alive and thriving In light of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the College Hill CURC announced today the abatement of the April 2020 rent for all commercial tenants in properties owned 100% by the College Hill CURC. In total, 14 businesses along the Hamilton Avenue business district in College Hill will have their rent forgiven. “This is why the College Hill CURC exists and why we have taken such great strides over the years to own properties in our business district,” explains College Hill CURC Executive Director, Seth Walsh. “Right now, our small businesses are some of the most vulnerable and we are willing to take this burden oﬀ their plates during this trying time. It is important that our businesses know: College Hill cares.” The following businesses will have their rent abated for the month of April: College Hill Coﬀ ee Co., Enliven Nail Spa, H&R Block, Inspire Salon and Boutique, College Hill Yoga, G&Shirley’s Herbs and Vitamin Shop; Chung Ching; Hartman and Armentrout; The Lord’s Bounty, Weebee Cuttin’, Sashayed624, Wireless Plus One and Smokeshop, Red Rose Jems Pizzeria, and the Brink Brewing Co. Annex. “Our State and Local leaders have done an incredible job at taking the lead See COMMUNITY NEWS, Page 6A

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Author of Cincinnati Curiosities blog to speak on the WPA Cincinnati Guide Want to learn about one of the central historical guides to Cincinnati? The Mt. Healthy Historical Society will host an evening with Greg Hand on April 22 at 7 p.m. for a presentation on the WPA Cincinnati Guide. Mr. Hand, a publicist, journalist, historian and Hand collector of good tales, will describe how it came to be, why few American cities got a WPA guide, introduce you to the writers, and more A project of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) during the Great Depression, The Cincinnati Guide was published in 1943. It is considered one of the

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Lebanese lentils and rice with crisped onions (Mujaddara)

Rita’s Kitchen Rita Heikenfeld Guest columnist

I’ve adapted this only slightly. Take a few bites – you won’t miss having meat!

One of the meals that are in my rotation on meatless Fridays, especially during Lent, is a dish I grew up eating. It’s Mujaddara. A simple dinner dish of lentils and rice seasoned with cumin, served with a topping of caramelized onions and a dollop of homemade yogurt. In fact, I have a batch of homemade yogurt “setting” now near the wood stove. Who knew Mujaddara would become popular enough for Chris Kimball to include in his book “Milk Street: The New Rules.” But as Chris notes, “Ethnic cooking is just dinner somewhere else in the world.” Chris gave an informative, casual presentation at Joseph Beth Bookstore in November when he came to do a book signing. This book is chock full of recipes from around the world, including Sicilian caponata and Mexican wedding stew. The bonus? No need to travel beyond the grocery store. And no worries about hard-to-fi nd ingredients, recipes that keep you chained to the stove, or techniques that only a professional could manage. Along with recipes are timely tips, like saucing meat as it rests, and removing the lid to concentrate fl avors. The recipe I’m sharing today has broadened my Mujaddara horizons. Oh, and one more thing. Use regular brown lentils. They cook up tender and a bit creamy. Don’t sub green lentils – they’re too fi rm even after cooking.

Serves 4 Ingredients Up to 4 medium garlic cloves, smashed and peeled 3-4 bay leaves 21⁄ 2 teaspoons ground cumin ⁄ 4 to 1⁄ 2 teaspoon ground allspice

Kosher salt and ground black pepper 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed and drained 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed and drained (I use converted rice) ⁄ 3cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 medium yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced Up to 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced Plain whole-milk yogurt, to serve Instructions In a large Dutch oven over medium-high, combine 5 cups water, garlic, bay, cumin, allspice, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.

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Sprinkle with salt and set aside. They’ll crisp as they cool. When lentils and rice are tender, remove pot from heat and fluff mixture up with a fork. Discard bay. Adjust seasonings. Stir in half the scallions, place in bowl, then top with rest of scallions and caramelized onions. Dollop on yogurt. Check out Chris’ Milk Street site at 177milkstreet.com.

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Sports Moeller soccer coach spearheads letters to elderly campaign Scott Springer Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

DePaul Cristo Rey won the Ohio Christian School Athletic Association state title on March 7 in Circleville. First row kneeling (left to right): Mouhamed Minani, Happy Ciza, Cameron Bird, Zion Rocquemore, Mohammed Diakite, Xavier Heath.Middle row standing left to right: Head Coach Randy Cornelius, Assistant Coach Jeff Birkofer, Martin Igaba, Bienveni Hamenyimana, Montez Johnson, Jurrien Nelson, Sereno Foster, Jeremiah Smith, Jullius Nelson, Assistant Coach Casey Troutman.Standing back row left to right: Team Manager Daniel Majekodunmi; Anderson Marde, Team Manager Samba Koita. THANKS TO MARGEE GARBSCH/DEPAUL CRISTO REY

DePaul Cristo Rey basketball able to ﬁ nish its season and win championship Team wins ﬁ rst Ohio Christian School Athletic Association title Scott Springer Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

CLIFTON - A roster of 14 young men from a school encompassing 38 zip codes is an answer to a trivia question for years to come. With the Ohio High School Athletic Association ending their winter tournaments as a precaution to the novel coronavirus, only one Greater Cincinnati basketball team got to fi nish its season with a championship on the fl oor. On March 7, DePaul Cristo Rey won its fi rst Ohio Christian School Athletic Association title with a 50-47 win over New Hope Christian. The game took place in Circleville on the campus of Ohio Christian University. For coach Randy Cornelius and the Bruins, it was their fourth straight state semifi nal in the OCSAA.

“We broke a lot of school records this year,” Cornelius said. “Winning championships, consecutive win streak; it was an unbelievable year.” Just three days after DePaul Cristo Rey’s championship, OHSAA boys regional semiﬁ nal games were March 10 in

“We broke a lot of school records this year. Winning championships, consecutive win streak; it was an unbelievable year.” Randy Cornelius

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Division IV and March 11 in the Divisions I and III. The Division II regional semis never took place as the OHSAA postponed all winter tournaments shortly after noon on March 12.

La Salle’s Devonta Smith commits to Ohio State Shelby Dermer Cincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

La Salle defensive back Devonta Smith has committed to Ohio State University. The junior announced his decision Monday, March 16 in a tweet. Smith was a fi rst-team All-District and third-team All-Ohio selection for the state-champion Lancers in 2019. Smith fi nished last season with 38 tackles, a fumble recovery and three interceptions for a La Salle defense that allowed just 13.1 points per game. On the off ensive end, Smith had 11 catches for 271 yards and fi ve touch-

downs. In Week 8, Smith had La Salle's longest reception of the season, a 75-yard touchdowns in a 22-15 victory over Greater Catholic LeagueSouth rival St. Xavier. Smith was ranked as the No. 6 postsigning day recruit in Greater Cincinnati by The Enquirer's Scott Springer in February. He held double-digit offers from the likes of Cincinnati, Kentucky, Iowa State, Notre Dame, Alabama, Indiana, Wisconsin and more. Smith, who is ranked as a threestar recruit by 247sports, will join secondary teammate and fellow junior Jaylen Johnson in Columbus. Johnson committed to Ohio State in January. Devonta Smith, right, had with 38 tackles, a fumble recovery and three picks in 2019. KEVIN WHITLOCK/ MASSILLON INDEPENDENT/ USA TODAY NETWORK

Thus, the unique season of DePaul Cristo Rey will forever stand out as the Bruins were able to fi nish what they had started on their own terms. “We’re so lucky,” Cornelius said. “We always are a little ahead because there are not as many teams in our state tournament as the OHSAA. I feel bad for the other ones. That’s just what you play for all year and to not even have a chance to fi nish. I’m grateful ours got in. It meant so much to the school.” The private, Clifton Catholic school plays in the Ohio Valley Christian Conference where they fi nished undefeated. They did play out-of-conference Division III Finneytown (one of their three losses, 61-39) and Division IV Riverview East and School for the Creative and Performing Arts (both wins). The 26-3 record featured victories in March over a pair of schools who earlier dealt the Bruins defeat. DePaul Cristo Rey defeated both Spring Valley See DEPAUL CRISTO REY, Page 2B

A school known for signing lettersof-intent is now being implored to take advantage of their time during the novel coronavirus restrictions to write letters. Not just any letters, Moeller soccer coach Mike Welker would like his Crusaders and others to drop a line or two on paper to elderly family, friends or total strangers. “I was sitting at home Monday with news in the background,” Welker said. “Just hearing all the stories on the news is sad about the elderly and how people can’t visit them. Megan’s (wife) grandfather is 98 and we try to visit him all the time. Now, we can’t even visit him.” The thoughts of others in similar situations gave Welker an idea for all of his soccer players and others stuck sitting at home because of the restrictions in place to fend oﬀ spreading corSee LETTERS, Page 2B

Moeller head coach Mike Welker reacts after a win in Nov., 2018. Welker is now asking his team to write letters to elderly in assisted living or nursing homes who can not receive visitor due to coronavirus restrictions. TONY TRIBBLE /FOR THE ENQUIRER

Ohio prep baseball: SWOBCA releases preseason polls Melanie LaughmanCincinnati Enquirer USA TODAY NETWORK

The Southwest Ohio Baseball Coaches Association released its preseason baseball coaches poll results for the 2020 season, according to Pete Rudowski, president of the SWOBCA. The tabulation of points came from 10 points for a ﬁ rst-place vote, 9 for a second, 8 for a third, etc.

Divisions III and IV 1. Cincinnati Country Day 57 1. Clermont Northeastern 57 3. Summit Country Day 53 4. Madeira 46 5. Cincinnati Christian 39 6. Reading 25 7. Seven Hills 19 8. Mariemont 18 9. Williamsburg 15 10. Purcell Marian 13

Division II 1. Ross 97 2. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy 90 3. Roger Bacon 85 4. Indian Hill 76 5. Fenwick 71 5. Wyoming 71 7. McNicholas 48 8. Taylor 37

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9. New Richmond 34 10. Batavia 28

Division I 1. Mason 169 2. Moeller 165 3. Lakota East 129 3. St. Xavier 129 5. Elder 84 6. Badin 69 7. Turpin 57 8. Hamilton 55 9. La Salle 55 10. Lakota West 44

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(Centerville) and Calvary Christian (Bellefontaine) in the OVCC tournament after losing to each school in February. The school is part of the Cristo Rey school model based in Chicago. Along with Cincinnati, there is also a Columbus Cristo Rey. The basketball program began in 2014. The fi rst three years Cornelius served as an assistant and he’s been head coach the past four seasons. After thirdplace fi nishes in 2019 and 2017 and making state runner-up in 2018, the Bruin crew was glad to hoist the big trophy this season. “We fi nally got to cut down the net and bring the championship trophy

home to DePaul Cristo Rey,” Cornelius said. “A lot of people don’t know where we are from or have never heard of us. That (championship). was great for that.” The school is near Cincinnati State on Central Parkway at Clifton Hills Avenue. As the No. 1 seed, DePaul Cristo Rey defeated last year’s defending champs First Baptist Christian handily 47-26 March 6 to earn the championship game with New Hope Christian the next day. New Hope also had more fans as they’re from Circleville, site of the tournament. Junior 5-foot-8 guard Happy Ciza dropped in 15 points in the ﬁ nal for coach Cornelius along with ﬁ ve steals. Senior Montez Johnson also delivered late in the game hitting a 3-pointer when the Bruins were down two to give DePaul Cristo Rey the one-point lead. A late foul sent junior Martin Igaba to the line where he delivered a pair of free

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onavirus. The idea was to keep people’s spirits up and occupy those who might be able to learn through the activity. “I think if we can use the energy of the youth, the energy of high school kids or even younger, they want to do something,” Welker explained. “They’re all kind of bored. X-Box and PlayStation can only take so long. If they could spend 5-10 minutes to write a letter that goes to an assisted living home or nursing home it could brighten someone’s day that can’t have guests or visitors.” Welker hopes to utilize Moeller’s platform to motivate others to lock arms and be involved in something good. If you have a catchphrase or hashtag for the initiative, Welker is wide open. “You can’t deliver food, you need to stay in your home,” Welker said. “It’s part of the social distancing. It’s the one thing we can do. Where can we write letters? You can take 5-10 minutes away from your schooling, away from your video games, away from your personal trainer to try to do something to better the community.” Welker distributed the following to his team and Moeller High School along

One of the suggestions Moeller soccer coach has is for his players to send Bible verses or other inspirational thoughts to the elderly who cannot be visited. PSALMQUOTES.COM

with some suggested places to send written encouragement: As you know, to help protect those living in Nursing Homes across Ohio from

throws for the fi nal score of 50-47. Senior Jurrien Nelson was the team’s leading rebounder and tallest player at 6-foot-3. He’s also been on all four of DePaul Cristo Rey’s state tournament teams. Nelson was the OVCC Player of the Year. Around Nelson, Bruins run a lot of motion off ense to make up for the lack of height with junior Xavier Heath being the only other player over 6-foot. “We’re not a very tall team, but we’re a very tough team,” Cornelius said. “Our practices are very hard and we emphasize defense. Boxing out, rebounding, double teams, we pressure the whole game either man-to-man full court or zone-trapping full court. That’s the reason we’ve had success over the last four years.” Cornelius also played the bulk of his 14-man roster. They played 13 guys in the semis and 10 in the fi nals to their opponent’s six.

“I think we wore them down,” Cornelius said. Based on the Cristo Rey network philosophy, the Bruins are accustomed to a heavy workload. The students are involved in a corporate work-study program. The money earned goes to the institution to help pay their tuition. School days are often late. “Most of them ride the buses,” Cornelius said. “Some students take two buses to school and back. We have a lot of dedicated kids in that school.” Like many schools, DePaul Cristo Rey is now closed due to coronavirus precautions. The state champion Bruins were most recently the Enquirer’s Tri-Health Team of the Week. This story is being provided for free to our readers during the coronavirus outbreak. Consider supporting local journalism by subscribing to The Enquirer at cincinnati.com/subscribe.

the Coronavirus, visits are no longer permitted at those sites. Based on this restriction, Nursing Home Administrators are asking for the community to send messages of encouragement to their residents. To help meet this need, we have an opportunity to come together across our Moeller Soccer family. If you’d like to help, please leverage this template or create your own handwritten template including the basic template content to create your own message to help brighten the day or encourage one of the many men and women currently living in Nursing Homes in our area. Letters should be mailed to one or more of the Nursing Home Addresses noted below: Note: Due to the large number of people impacted, you are encouraged to mail as many letters as you wish. Options For Assisted Living Brookdale Kenwood attn: Guest 9090 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, oh, 45242 Bickford of Middletown attn: guest 4375 Union Rd Middletown, OH 45005 The Village at Hamilton Pointe attn: John Robert Leahy (guest and grandfather of Megan Welker) 3800 Eli PlaceNewburgh, IN 47630

Nursing Home Outreach Template Examples Note: The following options are just examples of diﬀ erent types of messages you could share. Please feel free to create your own special message and handwritten letter and/or drawing as well. March 16, 2020 Hi, My name is (insert Moe Soccer Player or Parent Name) and I am a (insert Moeller High School Soccer Player or Soccer Parent). I’m reaching out to share the following message of encouragement: (An inspirational message or Bible verse is then suggested such as the following) Please know you will continue to be in our thoughts. (Signature) While just a suggestion for his players during their quarantined time, Welker would like to see other teams get involved with other institutions listed (please email). Welker also mentioned St. Jude’s Hospital, Children’s Hospital and military branches as possible recipients of uplifting words. “What can we do that takes no money besides a stamp?” Welker said. “It’s just a nice, handwritten letter, a Bible verse, something funny to help inspire those around the city, the community or the country.”

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SCHOOL NEWS CHCA presents ‘Footloose the Musical’ Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy’s Upper School Theatre Department presented Footloose the Musical March 6-8 at CHCA’s Lindner Theater. Directed and choreographed by Susan Jung (of West Chester) and Technical Direction by Jim Jung (of West Chester), the exceptionally talented cast and crew, featuring 59 students ranging from grades 8-12, took part in this hilarious show. CHCA junior Vicki Rezman (of Loveland) took on the role of Stage Manager. One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory burst onto the live stage with exhilarating results. The story begins when Ren and his mother move from Chicago to the small farming town of Bomont, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn’t prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town’s youth that he struggles to command in his own home. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. Audiences were treated to a memorable show that was full of humor, drama, singing, emotion, and of course, dancing. Junior Jireh Burton (of Cincinnati) was strong as the lead of Ren McCormack with his already well-known dancing moves. Sophomore Bella Randle (of Loveland) was spectacular as lead Ariel Moore. Her outstanding vocals drove the show, particularly in the 80s classic “Holding Out for a Hero”. Playing Ariel’s best friends, senior Lauren Myers (of Montgomery), sophomore Sophie

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Rempe (of Loveland), and senior Olivia Loeﬄ er (of Loveland) blew audiences away with their vocals and well-timed humor. Sophomore Jackson Rebhun (of Milford) perfectly portrayed Reverend Shaw Moore, showing his character’s emotional journey throughout the story. Playing his wife Vi, junior Chloe Griﬀ or (of Mason) was spot on with not only her vocal talent, but also with her well delivered lines and emotion. An audience favorite was “Mama Says (You Can’t Back Down)”, led by junior Justin Vest (of Blue Ash) who played the lovable Willard Hewitt. All other featured roles and ensemble performances – too many to name –

were spectacular. From their well-timed humor to their dance moves and harmony – it was a cast to remember. The show wouldn’t be complete without an outstanding pit orchestra. Led by Dr. Dan Grantham (of College Hill), the orchestra featured current students, alumni, and faculty. Thanks to their talent, audiences were tapping their toes as they ﬂ ashed back to classic 80s songs. CHCA Fine Arts Director Mona Summers shares, “It was great to see so many students shine on stage with the support of our outstanding Student and Adult Production Teams led by Christine Hansford (of Indian Hill) and our Pit

Orchestra under the direction of Dan Grantham. Congratulations to our dynamic duo - Director Susan Jung and Technical Director Jim Jung for their vision, creativity, and leadership on another incredible production.” In the show’s playbill, Director Susan Jung shared her thoughts, adding depth to the show’s intent: “There have been so many times in my life that I let fear win. The most frustrating thing about fear is that it doesn’t hide. When I feel fear, I know what it is. I don’t have to search my heart or wonder what is holding me back, I know. The people of Bomont are scared too. See SCHOOL NEWS, Page 5B

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They experienced something heartbreaking and horrible and then chose to operate from fear, not faith. God tells us ‘Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.’ He doesn’t say we won’t have scary things happen to us. He says He will be with us through it. My prayer as you watch this is that you and I remember that fear is oppressive. It holds us back. It keeps us from joy and freedom. We sink into the mourning instead of letting God turn it into dancing. So, let’s live a life absent of fear and full of faith. Let’s dance.” The show is one of six theatrical productions at Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy this year. Mark your calendars now to attend Academy Night Live (April 25-26), and The One Act (May 12). Bravo to all for outstanding performances! To learn more about Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, visit chcaoh.org. Tammy Rosenfeldt, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy

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in digital learning and communication tools. There’s no substitute for the face-to-face MND Experience, but we know that we can make the best of this situation, keep the MND spirit alive and prepare our students for the next steps in their educational journey. Although our students are not in the classroom, we believe their minds will continue to soar!” Jen Thamann, Mount Notre Dame

Christ Church Cathedral accepting High School Choral Scholar applications For over a decade, the Choral Scholar program at Christ Church Cathedral has provided young choristers from high schools throughout the greater Cincinnati area an opportunity to join the professional cathedral choir as apprentices. Successful applicants receive intensive training in the art of ﬁ ne choral singing as they begin the process of learning to perform at a highly skilled level. They learn a wide range of repertoire, such as works by Tallis, Brahms and Howells, as well as spirituals and music of other cultures. For their eﬀ orts, they are compensated with a monthly scholarship throughout the academic year. “There are some incredibly talented high school students in the area,” says Dr. Stephan Casurella, the cathedral’s director of music. “And there are some lovely things that their voices can bring to our cathedral choir, so I see this pro-

gram as a win-win both for us and for the choral scholars. We get these wonderful people and voices, and they get the experience and compensation.” Choral scholars participate in all the duties of the cathedral choir. This includes the Thursday evening rehearsals, the Sunday morning Eucharist, monthly choral evensong, observances of holy days such as Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday and Holy Week, as well as other liturgies or concerts as assigned by the cathedral. Those interested in applying for a choral scholar appointment can ﬁ nd full details at cincinnaticathedral.com/cho-

ral-scholars, including an online application form. Applications are due by June 15 for appointments for the 2020-21 program year. For more information, contact Dr. Casurella at 513-621-1817 or scasurella@cccath.org. Barbara Lyghtel Rohrer, Lyghtel Rohrer Communications

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In the face of the growing global Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and in accordance with Governor DeWine’s order for Ohio schools to close, Mount Notre Dame (MND) has enacted its Digital Distance Learning Plan. The comprehensive plan launches a digital environment in which MND can hold a school day in a non-traditional manner. The school is prepared to eﬀ ectively teach using this plan as long as is necessary. In developing the plan, MND’s goals were to create a learning environment that propels MND students forward in their college-preparatory curriculum; provide a ﬂ exible protocol that allows faculty to tap into their creativity and strengths while leveraging the power of MND’s technologies; and respect the school, faculty and students during implementation. MND’s Digital Distance Learning Plan is based upon three key areas: ❚ Planning - Includes instruction and assessment ❚ Feedback - Allows students and faculty to gauge learning ❚ ❚ Support - Allows students to have digital access to teachers The focus will be on essential curriculum that will move students forward in their course. Students can expect activities/lessons that tap into digital resources and multiple modalities that will promote accountability for the content as well as unique assessment tools that allow students to showcase learning. MND Principal Mrs. Karen Day, comments, “We were able to easily transition into our Digital Distance Learning Plan because of our strategic planning. Our technology platforms are cutting edge. We have been providing tech-active lessons for ten years with our one-to-one Tablet PC program. Our faculty and students are well-versed

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Corporex honored as Corporate Partner of the Year Corporex Companies, LLC and its Chairman Bill Butler have been recognized as the Corporate Partner of the Year by the DePaul Cristo Rey High School Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP).

Corporex has employed DePaul Cristo Rey students through the CWSP since 2011, the fi rst year the school opened. “Having DPCR students in the workforce is a win for both the students and employers,” said CEO Dan Sink when accepting the award for Corporex. “The number of students who are accepted and go on to college is a testament to what the school is doing. Corporex is proud to be a valued partner with DePaul Cristo Rey.” Corporex was honored at DPCR’s Corporate Partner Leadership Breakfast on February 25. During the event the school also honored nine companies who have been a part of the program for fi ve years. These fi ve-year honorees are: ❚ 84.51o ❚ Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky ❚ Cincinnati Union Bethel ❚ Cintas Corporation ❚ City of Cincinnati Law Department ❚ The Dental Care Plus Group ❚ Hamilton County Juvenile Court ❚ Warsaw Federal ❚ WAVE Foundation at Newport Aquarium DePaul Cristo Rey, sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, off ers a nationally recognized, dual-focus education model to students whose families need signifi cant fi nancial assistance to aff ord a private, college preparatory program. This education See SCHOOL NEWS, Page 8B

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Families across America are now experiencing a sense of academic pressure and cabin fever due to the required conﬁ nement based on COVID-19. Couple this with the fact that parents whose children have been educated in traditional schools are suddenly and unexpectedly facing new challenges as their children have become “at-home schoolers” overnight. Cincinnati’s own Julie Bogart, creator of Brave Writer, (the writing and language arts program for families), has provided a variety of resources (many free) that help parents continue their children’s education. These are materials that make learning enjoyable. These ready-made lesson plans al-

low parents to create learning using materials that most families already have on hand. And Bogart is oﬀ ering many of these online lessons free of charge until the end of April. Says Julie, “Brave Writer has lots of resources to help parents provide short-term, powerful instruction while their kids are home from traditional school as well as those who are homeschooled. These materials Bogart cover a variety of subjects, especially writing. We understand that many parents have limited to no paid time oﬀ , so we want them to be able to provide parents with materials they can download and use through the end of April, without spending a dime.”

❚ 100 Daily Writing Tips (Writing prompts for the whole family, 144 pages) ❚ 7-Day Writing Blitz (One week of pure writing fun!) ❚ Friday Freewriting Prompts The ready-made lesson plans include: ❚ Mythical Creatures ❚ Soup’s On! ❚ Money in Hand: Coins and Bills ❚ Pi: Talking Circles ❚ Rube Goldberg: Chain Reactions ❚ Video Games ❚ Nature Nurture The Master Classes, also taken from the Homeschool Alliance, oﬀ er webinars and readings to help parents create a healthy context for learning. ❚ 4 Forces of Enchantment ❚ Applying the Superpowers: Think Like a Writer

❚ Liberation from School Julie's book, A Gracious Space: Spring, is also available as a free download. These daily readings give parents much-needed support and encouragement. Included: 50 non-sectarian essays designed to comfort you when you run up against your limitations and to provide energy for learning at home. The Brave Writer website also contains many additional educational offerings throughout March and April for ages 8 through high school, including writing and poetry classes for the entire family, high school essay prep and movie discussion clubs. For more information, visit www.bravewriter.com/homebound.

The Challenge runs through March to see who is the best FreeRice college team helping the World Food Program ﬁ ght hunger. Members of the UC community are encouraged to sign up at FreeRice.com and join the UC group, entering the code 6BSNF3L6 If you are part of the MSJ community you can also join their team at the FreeRice site with the group code TUBYUNH5 Stay tuned for updates on the MSJUC FreeRice challenge. William Lambers

I saw this as an opportunity to restart my path.” Substitute teaching led to full-time teaching in a local middle school, and then Great Oaks Career Campuses called. McCowan was hired to start the High School of Business program for Great Oaks at Princeton High School, teaching marketing, management, fi nance, and economics. “Coming here was ideal,” she said. “From day one, it was a good fi t between Great Oaks, me, McCowan and Princeton. My fellow teachers, the staff , everyone all the way to the School Board embraced me and supported the business management program.” In fact, before McCowan even stepped into the classroom, Princeton Superintendent Tom Burton got in touch. “He talked about community breakfasts he wanted to hold, and felt that the business students should be involved.” McCowan has made the most of that involvement, too. Her students act as

greeters and assist guests who attend the breakfast and have even been part of the morning’s program. Their role is to make visitors more comfortable, but she sees it as a learning opportunity, as well. “I teach my students the importance of shaking hands, looking people in the eye, and learning to mingle and meet people. They aren’t always comfortable, especially in meeting people, but when they do they fi nd they enjoy it.” She said that has led to unexpected results. “They’ve become experts in professional relationships. I’ve had students get internship, interview, or even job off ers on the spot because of their poise and professionalism. And where else will high school students have the chance to meet executives, CEOs, and elected offi cials?” That same philosophy of growing through experience guides McCowan and her students in running the school’s spirit shop. “The students stock shelves, interact with customers, and handle every aspect of retail business operations,” she said. “They even design

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model, not available at any other local high school, partners challenging college preparatory academics with a Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP). It is one of 37 Catholic high schools in the nationwide Cristo Rey Network which serves 13,000 young people. Margee Garbsch, DePaul Cristo Rey High School

UC leads MSJ in FreeRice Crosstown Challenge The University of Cincinnati has jumped out to the lead on Mount St. Joseph University in the FreeRice Crosstown Challenge. FreeRice is an online game where you answer questions in vocabulary, science, math and many other subjects. Every correct answer means a donation of ten grains of rice to the UN World Food Program, the largest hunger relief organization. UC has got the early lead on MSJ in the challenge with 230,140 grains to MSJ's 196,300.

Great Oaks’ McCowan teaches excellence Ohio ACTE New Career-Technical Teacher of the Year Rebecca McCowan didn’t plan to be a teacher. “I earned a degree in communication, and my ﬁ rst job out of college was as a newspaper reporter.” Other jobs in human resources and social services followed. “My cousin suggested I try substitute teaching,” she said. “I really enjoyed it. I enjoyed interacting with kids.

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