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Off-Street Parking Discussion Piques Public Response

BY MAGDALENE PESCH NEWS@KIRTLANDCHRONICLE.COM Although no public hearing was scheduled for the Sept. 11 Kirtland Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Chairman Michael Denk allowed some public comments regarding a potential off-street parking ordinance.

Mayor Doug Davidson informally welcomed everyone before the meeting. “(Council) had complaints from residents about commercial vehicles. If it is not sympathetic enough to the people who pay the bills in town, then it’s not going to pass. There’s no need to have a heated meeting because we’re all here and we care about the community and our pieces of property in it,” he said.

Assistant Law Director Nicholas Laudato described the process that would lead to a new ordinance.

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The Kirtland community got their walk on Sept. 15 in support of the elementary school during its fourth annual Walkathon fundraiser, which raised approximately $14,071 to go toward school supplies and materials.

Kirtland Walks Again

BY MAGDALENE PESCH NEWS@KIRTLANDCHRONICLE.COM The Kirtland community rallied around its elementary school Sept. 15 at the fourth annual Walkathon fundraiser.

“The Walkathon replaced the traditional fundraisers in which students were asked to sell things,” said Kirtland Elementary School Principal Chad VanArnhem. “Students are encour-

aged to seek donations at a flat rate. It’s not based on the number of laps walked. The Walkathon is a healthier alternative that identifies specific items for which funds are being raised.”

Funds from the event purchase items requested by the elementary faculty. Each student is asked to walk toward a goal between $25 and $50.

“Our physical education teacher, Mrs. Mary Grdadolnik,

kicks off the Walkathon during the school week on the track. All 467 elementary students walk laps during their physical education time,” said VanArnhem.

“Students each had a card to track their laps. On that Friday evening, all family members were encouraged to join in the walking fun from 5 to 6 p.m., prior to the football game. The students See Walkathon w Page 11

50 Years and Going Strong Kirtland High School Alumni Celebrates Reunion

BY DONNA L. ROBINSON NEWS@KIRTLANDCHRONICLE.COM

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Russellhurst Drive resident Pam Klann holds a copy of what Kirtland Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Michael Denk referred to as “a brainstorming document” regarding off-street parking.

Coffee with Council The next Coffee with Council is scheduled for Oct. 14, 9-10 a.m., at Kirtland City Hall.

For more information, contact Kevin Potter at kpotter@kirtlandohio.com or 440-429-0293

As the 1967 alumni of Kirtland High School gathered recently for their 50th class reunion, some eyes filled with nostalgia as fond memories were recounted, while others reflected on those they’ve lost along the way.

On Sept. 8 and 9, 34 people out of a class of 96 graduates attended the reunion, which held a meet-and-greet at Tavern 6 on Friday evening, toured the high school Saturday afternoon, then ate dinner at the Intergrove Lodge in the North Chagrin Reservation Park Saturday night — all planned by a committee of 15 classmates.

Some people came from as far as England, Pennsylvania, Alabama and Florida. As an alumni member myself, classmates shared their experiences at Kirtland High School, the community of Kirtland and thoughts of celebrating our 50th class reunion.

“It’s great that everybody got together for our 50th reunion. We had a great turnout. The committee did a great job,” said Bob DeMell.

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Alumni of the Kirtland High School class of 1967 recently enjoy a friendly toast at their 50th class reunion in the Intergrove Lodge in the North Chagrin Reservation Park.

“It matters not how long you live, but how.”

– Motto of the KHS Class of 1967 DeMell noted, sadly, 19 people in the class have passed away since high school.

“It seems to be a large proportion in our class compared to other classes,” he said.

Norm Schmidt added, “Committee members felt that

this was number 50, so everybody who was capable of getting on an airplane or getting in a car should be here. I like to celebrate the fact of so many people who were able to make it.”

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Kirtland Schools Superintendent Bill Wade, left, presents Kirtland's 2016-2017 state report card Sept. 25 as board President Timothy Cosgrove listens.

Wade Talks Report Card at Board of Education Meeting

BY MAGDALENE PESCH NEWS@KIRTLANDCHRONICLE.COM Kirtland Superintendent Bill Wade gave a run-down of the school district’s report card Sept. 25, clarifying what some grades truly mean and highlighting areas in need of improvement.

Wade gave his presentation during the Kirtland Schools Board of Education meeting, explaining what the Ohio Board of Education looks at when assessing each district and issuing report cards, which were released Sept. 14.

“Achievement represents the number of students who passed the state tests and how well they performed on them,” Wade said.

“Kirtland received a composite score of C, which is calculated using the number of indicators met (D) and performance index (B).

“Progress reflects the growth that all students are making based on their past performances. Kirtland received a D. Gap Closing indicates how well schools are meeting the performance expectations for all students and subgroups. Kirtland received a C,” Wade continued. “Graduation Rate is the percentage of students who are successfully finishing high school in four or fives years.

Kirtland received an A. “Prepared for Success means how well prepared students are for the future. It includes college entrance exam remediationfree scores, honors diplomas, advanced placement exam scores, and College Credit Plus credits. Kirtland received a C.” And lastly, the K-3 Literacy piece assesses how successful a school is at keeping struggling readers on track to proficiency in kindergarten through grade three, Wade said.

“Kirtland received an NR, or ‘Not Rated,’ because fewer than 5 percent of the kindergarteners reported as ‘not-on-track’ to meet the Third Grade Reading Guarantee.”

When assessing the district’s results, Wade pointed out a C rating means the district made the expected achievement.

“It’s a little bit, I think, of an adjustment for all of us, especially for the people sitting in this room,” he said of the rating. “I don’t think any of us are happy with a C and we want to continue to improve.”

He noted it only takes a relatively small number of students to swing a group or subgroup’s overall score to a higher or lower letter grade.

As a result, Wade said it is crucial to identify potential “at risk” students and continuously progress-monitor them throughout the year.

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“(We are) making sure that we have a systematic approach to interventions to make sure those (at-risk) students are being met at their level,” he said, adding this way, the district can make sure those students do better on these assessments as well as on other day-to-day activities within the district.

“Our job here is to make sure that every child is succeeding in any case, and if there’s anything good about (a less-than-desirable score), it’ll keep up the pressure of trying to identify kids who are both fine, but also those who aren’t progressing as rapidly as they should,” said Board President Timothy Cosgrove. “So it gets to that personalized learning.”

Board member Tom Meyer raised a positive point.

“I was, after digging quite a bit, able to find the results from the rest of Lake County and, just kind of skimming through it, we outperformed all those districts,” Meyer said.

“But … our goal isn’t to be the best in Lake County; our goal is to be the best that we can be with our resources for our community.”

Wade agreed, noting the district ranked 63rd statewide with its GPA. “Which is impressive, right? It’s the top 10 percent,” the superintendent said. “That confirms some areas that we know we’re going in the right direction, but it also says that there are some areas that we need to grow.”

Wade said the district would continue to do its curriculum mapping and make sure it is aligned to the state standards, such as the ACT and SAT tests, advanced placement courses and 21st century skills.

“We need to set the stage for performancebased assessments,” he said. “We continue to provide gifted professional development, which not only benefits our gifted students, but also will definitely benefit our students who need to be stretched. We have instructional coaching support, particularly at the middle school and elementary with the devices, and we’re having grade level discussions and support.”

Meyer praised his district in its ability to deal with the good and bad news concurrently.

“On the one hand, (the report card) isn’t the be-all, end-all of all of our district,” he said. “(However), you’re not shying away from the data either. It does show us where we are in certain respects, so I’m appreciative of your efforts and the other administrators, and all of our teachers, to learn from this what we can and seek to improve at the same time.”

All Ohio report cards can be viewed at http://reportcard.education.ohio.gov/. Wade will present on Kirtland’s report card at the Oct. 10 PTA meeting at 7 p.m. in the elementary school’s Hornet Hall. The presentation will also be posted to the Kirtland Schools website.

In other business, Wade thanked the PTA and the Boosters for the new digital sign in front of the high school.

“I know (Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Matt) Paul and (high school Principal Dr. Lynn) Campbell, especially, are very excited to have that sign, particularly in the middle of the dog days of winter when they don’t have to go out and chisel off the letters,” he said. “So we’re very thankful to the PTA and the Boosters for funding that for the district.”

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City Embraces New Officers Commissioner Contemplates Economic Future

BY MAGDALENE PESCH NEWS@KIRTLANDCHRONICLE.COM Kirtland gained two new men in blue Sept. 18.

Police Chief Lance Nosse introduced Vickie Godfrey, who has been with the Kirtland Police Department for four and a half years as a dispatcher.

“She wanted to grow in the prospect of becoming an officer,” he said. “She’s done a fine work for a long time. It was an easy decision and I officially offer you your badge and your duties.”

“Thank you very much, sir,” Godfrey replied.

Nosse then addressed Brian O’Toole, who has been a full-time police officer with the village of Fairport Harbor.

He’s looking to further his career and actually sought us out as a department that he’s heard a lot of good things about,” the chief said. “I’m very happy that he came and courted us.”

The room applauded as the new officers, after their oaths, shook the hands of city leaders.

Councilman Matthew Schulz announced Adam Sceranka, of Boy Scout Troop 286, has just been named an Eagle Scout. ”Troop 286 has a long history of promoting Eagle Scouts and I think that speaks to the fine, caring parents here,” Schulz said.

“We hope that those young people stay here and have families and homes and are future leaders here, so they should be honored for such an achievement because it is a high bar.”

Lake County Commissioner and Kirtland resident Jerry Cirino came to the work session that preceded the meeting. Kirtland Schools Superintendent Bill Wade and school board member Tom Meyer were also present.

Mayor Doug Davidson introduced Cirino, explaining he would be sharing his thoughts on economic development with council members. “(He will also be) talking about Lake County Ohio Port and Economic Development Authority and what he’s planning for the smaller communities. We’ve talked amongst ourselves (in the city) about having either a planner, for planning and zoning or an economic development person, or some combination of that,” Davidson said.

“Economic development is one of my favorite subjects,” and enthusiastic Cirino added.

He emphasized that he does not intend to interfere with “home rule,” which, as he says, is the jurisdiction of city leaders.

“What we talked about doing is: Can we aggregate three or four cities and utilize the

capabilities of a staff member hired by the port authority? Somebody who would be highly qualified and experienced, someone who really knows what they’re doing, good sales people, and with the whole port authority back office there to support them as well,” said Cirino.

The proposed economic position would be the key catalyst for a necessary economic surge, he added.

Cirino enumerated the duties that would be undertaken by the ideal candidate, whose services would be shared by a few cities.

“We’d want this person to be able to do a number of things. One is to advise council on any special financing, things that you guys would look to do, (and) bring to the party what the county can do, to help you with the master plan, to show up and help sell Kirtland to perspective companies and, really, whatever you would need,” he said.

“So, whatever plans you have in place, this person is your resource.”

Cirino explained the position would report to Lake County Ohio Port and Economic Development Authority Executive Director Mark Rantala, and that that would be a subsequent boon for the city.

“Mark’s got a really good base of knowledge in development and real estate particularly,” explained Cirino.

The new position would help harness the future by creating contacts for the city, he added.

“You’re setting the stage for what might occur a couple of years down the road in terms of making contacts with potential businesses that would move here. Maybe they’re not going to come in right away, but you need somebody out there pitching (to) them and going with the mayor and going with members of council and pitching (to) these folks,” Cirino said.

He advocated t aking advant age of opportunities while seeking additional new ones.

“It’s opportunistic. But it’s also being proactive and going out and reading the papers, finding out who’s thinking of moving and jumping in there,” he concluded.

Council had met that morning with Wade and Kirtland Schools Board of Education members, continuing a thorough discussion of the potential Community Reinvestment Act. This continued in the work session.

In the meeting, council voted to keep the CRA on the table until it can produce a draft that incorporates what council will decide are the necessary amendments. Council President Bob Umholtz tapped Councilman Rob Skrbis to meet with City Law Director Daniel Richards and Councilman Kevin Potter to establish a draft prior to the next council meeting.

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KIRTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY Planning to Travel Abroad?

Prepare for your future travels and apply for your U.S. Passport at the Kirtland Public Library, which is now an official Passport Acceptance Facility of the U.S. State Department.

Beginning Oct. 2, U.S. citizens planning on international travel may apply for their passports by appointment on Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 12:30-3 p.m. (October through May).

The library is located at 9267 Chillicothe Road.

The library can process new passports and take photos for new or renewals.

Passport forms, passport fees, information on how to apply and more can be found

on the Department of State’s official website for Passport and travel information, travel.state.gov.

Questions? Call the Kirtland Public Library at 440-256-7323 and a reference librarian will be happy to assist you.

World War II in Cleveland James Banks and Brian Albrecht, authors of “Cleveland in World War II,” will be at the Kirtland Public Library at 7 p.m.

Oct. 11 for a talk about the role Clevelanders played during the war.

Everyone did their part to support the United States, from round-the-clock factory workers to Medal of Honor winners.

This program is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Kirtland Public Library.

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Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Michael Denk, center, urges residents to remember that, “(Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission are) are your peers in this city.”

He is flanked by commission members Timothy Powell, left, and Richard DeMarco.

Parking from page 1 “Council asked planning and zoning to take a look at this ordinance. Planning and zoning takes a look at the ordinance, proposes something, talks about it, lets (residents) talk about it, takes those ideas, put it into something else, saying, you know, ‘We think this is a decent idea. Council, here you go.’

Council, at that point, will have three separate hearings in which the ordinance, as it is, will be made aware to everybody,” he said.

Denk reassured the crowd, “We’re not trying to put anyone out of business. We’re not trying to say you can’t drive your car or truck that you have at work, home. We just want to hear what people are thinking so that we can better formulate what we want to pass on to council. Keep in mind that we are your peers in this city and we want it to be as nice as you want it to be.”

Killdeer Road resident Richard Dirrman said he doesn’t believe the city needs an ordinance at all.

“We know it was only a few times, just a few individuals. This isn’t widespread across this city,” he said. “We all moved out here because we didn’t want those rigid restrictions on what we could do. If we did, we’d go to a place where there’s a homeowners’ association.”

Chillicothe Road resident Devan Stewart, owner of Stewart’s Smokin’ Backyard BBQ, said standards for residential areas must be made judiciously.

“There has to be some kind of specifics and some guidelines of where you’re going to do the residential,” he said. “Almost everything I drive is commercial as well.

Truck-wise, three-quarter-ton to one-ton trucks … I’m not doing business from my home. I park it, I leave, I go to someone else’s home to do business there.”

Bayshire Trail resident Matt Frost suggested the commission be especially aware of box trucks.

“Commission and everything (should) have some teeth for those people who have a box truck, like the biggest box truck you can possibly get, parked on the wrong side of the street,” Frost said.

Russellhurst Drive resident Pam Klann

said heightened restrictions would affect rural-minded individuals, not only businesses.

“I’m here along with others representing the horse community and the farmers of Kirtland, OK? I’ve been here for more than 35 years,” she said. “This is a horse community, still is, no matter how many developments you have. And this (draft) did upset a lot of people because you’re affecting the horse community. It’s a several-generationsof-farming community. It’s still country. It’s still rural. What you’re doing here is trying to turn (Kirtland) into Mentor.”

Martin Road resident Roy Brettrager Jr. added, “It’s not a city-wide thing. Rocking Horse is not going to have the same issues as the farms in Sperr y. I think most Republicans in Kirtland would say, ‘Keep the government small and out of it.’ You know, leave it to the people to decide their own rules in their communities.”

Elm Street resident Mitch Look agreed, adding maybe an ordinance is warranted if people have multiple vehicles on a property that aren’t maintained and up to code or licensed.

“But if that’s your main vehicle for work, for your living, for your family, that’s so wrong,” he said.

Timothy Lane resident Betsy Phillips said he would like to know if each ward councilman has an idea of the number of citizens in their ward that would be impacted by the vehicles listed on the ordinance draft he saw.

“Because if you move forward to pass something without any idea of the number of citizens you’re impacting, then I believe it’s unethical and immoral to pass it,” he said. “So, please consider that. Get us a draft and figure out how many people you are going to hit with this hammer.”

Phillips addressed the mayor directly, asking if he will promise, in front of everyone present, that he will not sign off on that legislation when/if it comes to his desk.

“If it’s not right, I’ll veto it in a minute,” Davidson replied.

Phillips thanked him and then asked, “Would you give us some assurance that anything on this topic that comes to you, that council will provide a full three readings and agree not to find a way to pass this as an emergency?”

Davidson said yes.

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MAYOR

Dear Kirtland Residents, changes in income tax to support operaThere are signs everywhere of autumn’s tions, services and maintenance in their arrival in Kirtland. cities. We are not immune from those presThe Lake Metroparks Farmpark is host- sures. The current council and administraing its harvest programming from apples tion continue to work on legislation for ecoand cider to corn mazes and nomic growth, seek savings in hayrides. Pumpkins have magicaloperations and increase revenue. ly re-appeared at Pumpkinville Along with our challenges, it’s and Rock’s Farm Garden, and the important to stop and appreciate campaign signs are populating the some accomplishments and yards and intersections of our events in our community. community.

Lakeland Community College celI would like to thank Metroebrated its 50th anniversary in parks Executive Director Paul September. On a humorous note, Palagyi for the recent invitation to despite the presence of numerous attend the second annual Fall politicians from across the county Mayor Doug Harvest Dinner at the Farmpark. and as many resolutions, Davidson The orchard walk and cider pressLakeland President Dr. Beverage ing demonstration was interesting, after kept the celebration on track by putting a 30 which the food was excellent. second to one minute limit on each speech.

The most impressive aspect of the facili- Lakeland is a local and regional jewel. ty, however, is the wonderful team that Paul Finally, I had the privilege of speaking has put together. Lee, Valerie, Andrew and with former Mayor Mario Marcopoli on others keep the Farmpark bustling with pro- Sept. 24 as we both attended the premiere gramming and improvements year-round. of the BYU/ Russ Holt produced documenCampaign season is upon us. I am grate- tary “Kirtland: Americas Sacred Ground.” ful for our local candidates and their offer to Mayor Marcopoli, Kirtland’s longest serve, or continue to serve the community serving mayor, has a cameo role in the film, in the Council-at-Large role. but he played a pivotal role in what our city There are significant economic issues looks like today. I hope you all take time to before us in this term and they will continue view the short film once it is released to the into the next. There is a reason that on the public.

November ballot, nine of our neighboring communities in Lake County are seeking Warm Regards from City Hall, renewal levies, replacement levies and Mayor Davidson

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The Kirtland Flower Barn enjoyed their grand opening in August at 8281 Chardon Road. in Kirtland. Part of the activities included a classic car show with about 50 cars. The Kirtland Flower Barn is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 440-379-7155.

LETTERS

TO THE

Lowery Committed to Kirtland I am writing to the voters of Kirtland to express my support for my friend Rich Lowery. Rich is running for Kirtland City Council at Large.

Having spent two years on City Council, I have come to know what it takes to be effective and produce results. I cannot think of a better representative for our community than Rich Lowery to assist in this effort.

Rich Lowery is more than a near 30-year resident of Kirtland. He is a dedicated father, husband and active part of the fabric that makes Kirtland a great place to live and raise a family.

Honesty and integrity are two of Mr. Lowery’s most glaring qualities.

Rich is committed to Kirtland, willing to ask the tough questions, and will undoubtedly offer unique insight and offer sound solutions to the tough financial challenges that our city faces.

Mr. Lowery’s 40-year background in the health care industry, his active involvement

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in local and state boards, and his successful securing of state grant funding are qualities that our city can surely benefit from. I know that Rich will apply his many attributes, tirelessly, to help our city grow and prosper.

In addition to responsible growth, while committed to maintaining the traditions of Kirtland, Rich will assuredly be adding to the conversation that seeks more efficiency and fiscal transparency.

Personally, I have known Rich and his wife, Stephanie, for over 10 years. They are active and integral members of Divine Word parish and I have had the pleasure of watching them raise their two sons in faith and service.

Rich Lowery, led by his character and sound judgment will prove to be invaluable in our city government.

On Nov. 7, please vote for my friend and mentor, Rich Lowery. Kirtland will be all the better for it.

Kevin Potter Kirtland City Council - Ward 1

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Reunion from page 1 The KHS basketball team in 1967 advanced to the Western Reserve League Championship. Defensive halfback football letterman, Bill LaGanke, said, “In football we didn’t have as good as a team as Kirtland High School has now, but we had fun.”

LaGanke’s high school sweetheart was the late-alum Linda Zanko.

“We started dating in our junior year, and went to the junior and senior proms,” he said. “We got married in between my junior and senior year in college. Linda would have enjoyed this reunion, as she was friends with several people in our class.”

The 1967 homecoming queen and class secretary, Judi (Hall) Kemmerling, said she never thought she would be elected homecoming queen.

“I was honored and very surprised. I remember the football game that night and proudly walking out on the field. Being the class secretary gave me an insight of working with a group,” she said. “It served me well later in life as I pursued my career as a nurse. Kirtland High School taught me to be organized and disciplined.”

Senior class officer, Dave Winney, the class of 1967 was great and had “a lot of nice personalities.”

“We reinforced a lot of friendships. For the small high school we had, we were state champs in track in ’67, beating Willoughby South, Eastlake North and Mentor in a quadrangular track meet,” Winney recalled.

“Kirtland now is very prominent in division 4 and 5 in football, winning state championships. One of the most impressive things about Kirtland High School is that it is one of the premier schools academically. They have a wonder ful reputation in Lake County.”

Patty Grinstead Catania (currently a Kirtland resident) was a cheerleader for three years, vice-president of the Girls Athletic Association and played basketball for two years at KHS. “I enjoyed it very much and loved the school spirit,” she said. “My favorite memories are going to the football games, the camaraderie and the friendships we made.

Fifty years later, I’m still in contact with friends I made in high school. I have lived in Kirtland all my life and I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.”

Classmate John Rush also reflected on those who have passed away.

“Based on the fact that 20 percent of our class is no longer with us, everybody here is happy to be around to celebrate this milestone. I’m just happy to be alive and living the dream,” Rush said. “I don’t live in Kirtland now, but I love visiting the beautiful community. I loved growing up in Kirtland and I have a lot of fond memories hiking in the woods and having a lot of fun.”

Mark Rosplock concurred Kirtland was a great place growing up.

“We spent a lot of time in the woods fish-

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The class of 1967 alumni tour Kirtland High School as part of their 50th class reunion.

ing and camping. As a kid and a country boy, it was a nice community with a lot of spirit,” he said.

Rosplock did the legwork for the location of the reunion dinner, finding the caterer, and was happy about the decent turnout.

“It’s nice to see this many people. We really pushed this reunion and had some very hardworking dedicated people in our committee,” he said.

Happy memories of sports, friendships forged and the joys of growing up in a small community dominated discussions.

“I have fond memories of playing football, the great teachers we had and mostly the nice classmates I had from first grade on,” said Ed Jurrus. “It’s just so great to get together with many of them 50 years later.

My own two sons graduated from Kirtland High School. We always enjoyed the small town atmosphere where friends came from strong families with the same values we learned as kids. Kirtland is by far, a community of good families.”

Other people talked about how much has changed since they last set foot in Kirtland Schools and the community.

“The commercial ‘district’ of Kirtland looks like it has kept up with the times,” said Wendy Sherman Simon. “The library is certainly a beautiful addition to Kirtland. I am impressed with the number of new developments and new homes. My fondest memories of KHS include the art department.

During our 50th class reunion weekend, we had the opportunity to visit the remodeled high school. I was delighted with the large room dedicated to art, the inclusion of computer graphics and especially the studentpainted murals on the wall.”

Dee Densmore said she liked that Kirtland was a small school with a lot of activities.

“I was the president of the Girls Athletic Association, and a cheerleader…the high

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Pictures of the Kirtland High School Class of 1967 still hangs in the school hallway.

points of my years in high school,” she remarked.

Judy Channel Cesek also said she enjoyed the girl’s basketball team and the football games.

“Sports was a big thing when we went to high school,” she added.

Lynn Campbell, the current principal of Kirtland High School, gave the 1967 alumni a tour of the school.

“I know it’s a very special thing for the class for reliving the memories … being in certain places or walking by certain doors or rooms, it’s going to bring back memories,” he said. “It’s a very special time and I’m glad I was able to walk around with the alumni.”

School community support is very special to Campbell, he said.

“A lot of people who grew up still want to move back and live here and have their kids go to the school,” he said. “We have a very tight, well-bonded community, and in some ways, the school is the center of the community, so I think that makes it special.”

Campbell concluded, “We may be a small school with a small program … but we are small, but mighty. We have advanced programs that are very successful. We have a 100-percent graduation rate every year, with modernized classrooms. We always want the best for our kids, probably true in 1967 and it’s still true today. I am very proud to be the principal of Kirtland High School.”

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KIWANIS KORNER ortheast Ohio weather? Love It or Sept. 14 was a fun meeting night as our leave it! Record high temperatures club traveled to the Gates Mills in September while October brings Environmental Education Center, in Gates in cooler nights and perfect sleeping weath- Mills, after our usual dinner at the Kirtland er. If you love the fall foliage colors, this Diner, to see the greenhouse where stumust be your favorite time of year. dents from participating school districts can On Aug. 24, Daniel Bak, an elementary come to learn and get college credits for school student in Kirtland, presented to our classes in commercial horticulture, including group his project — Freedom Bumper Saver ornamental landscaping, greenhouse produc— for the National Invention Convention. tion and floral design. It was a very educaOur club helped to sponsor the trip to tional field trip for our club.

Washington, D.C. , for the compeOn Sept. 21, Kirtland High tition.

Key Club President Elise School SUBMITTED BY Daniel brought his invention Frazee and Vice President Anna STAN KRULC with him and explained to us how Johnson were our guests at our it worked. This impressive young weekly meeting. They told us that man also told us all about the fun he had they have 95 paid members in the Key Club while in the D.C. area. Great job, Daniel! and invited us to participate in the homeThat same evening, Judy Moran from the coming parade that was held on Sept. 27. We Miracle League of Lake County, came and took them up on that invitation and 16 of spoke to us about the incredible ball field and our members marched in the parade. adaptive playground that will be built for peoLater that evening, we handed out free ple with disabilities located adjacent to Classic water and pop at the homecoming bonfire, Part at Route 91 and Vine Street in Eastlake. which was in Recreation Park behind the The project will cost an estimated $1.2 million. schools. It was a lot of fun.

Since the time Judy met with us, the Kirtland Schools Superintendent Bill Wade playground portion of the project has been spoke to us also on Sept. 21. He spoke of the completed and is open. They are still looking new high school agility room and stadium restfor more funding to complete the ball field rooms that were just completed and which early next year. were donated by Cleveland Construction.

Many corporations and groups have Our club participated in this project as already “stepped up to the plate” and made well by painting the new facility. It took 350 some sizeable donations to make this proj- man-hours and over 150 gallons to paint the ect happen. More donations are needed. rooms.

Our Kiwanis club has since become a donor Bill thanked our club for its part in the to this very worthwhile project. project. A dedication took place Sept. 29, We held our annual Steak Roast at the just prior to the homecoming football game.

Kirtland Grange on Sept. 7 to thank all of the We donated to may causes this month as volunteers that make our Strawberry Festival our Kiwanis calendar winds down at the end of successful. Thank you again to everyone that September and reboots on Oct. 1 — Happy New helped to make this year’s festival such a Year to all our members — including some local wonderful success. We could not do this causes like the WRG Memorial Scholarship event without all the outside help we get Fun Run/Walk, the Miracle League of Lake from the community, organizations, groups County, the Junior Orick fundraiser and we conand clubs as well as individuals. Thank you! tributed for new video equipment for the

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Kirtland High School football team.

We also made donations for disaster relief due to the hurricanes in the Houston area, Key West area and Puerto Rico, as well as disaster relief for the victims of the two earthquakes in Mexico.

We do a lot of neat stuff and we have fun while we’re doing it. If you are interested and want to be a part of our organization, please join us at one of our meetings on Thursday nights, or call John for more information at 440-256-1181.

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Students of the Month for October 2017, from left, Aubri Johnson, from KES; Madelyn Null, from KMS; and Jake Gradadolnik, from KHS.

Students of The Month for October SUBMITTED Kirtland Kiwanis sponsors the “Student of the Month,” as chosen by the principal and staff from each Kirtland school.

Each student has their picture taken by Kiwanis member Chuck Bickart, receives a

certificate and a T-shirt that says “Student of the Month.”

The students of the month for October 2017 are Aubri Johnson, from Kirtland Elementary School; Madelyn Null, from Kirtland Middle School; and Jake Gradadolnik, from Kirtland High School.

Anness Heads to Golf Districts

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Kirtland senior Isabel Anness, after golfing with the varsity boys team for two years, punched her ticket to the districts with a fifth-place finish at the Division II girls’ sectional tournament at Punderson Golf Course. She finished with a 91.

“I wasn’t really expecting to make it out, but playing with the girls I knew I would have a good chance,” she said. Anness hopes to extend her season by another week, but regardless of what happens at the Canton District, she’s satisfied with how her season played out.

Kirtland Church Hosts ‘Trunk or Treat’ Trick or treating door to door can be difficult when there are no sidewalks and the roads are busy with traffic.

Old South Church, 9802 Chillicothe Road, in Kirtland wants to help out local children by offering a safe alternative. Children are invited to come on Saturday, Oct. 28 to “trunk or treat” in the church parking lot.

They will receive candy from people offering it out of the trunks of their cars.

Those who wish to offer candy are invited to come at 4:30 p.m., so cars can be arranged.

The church is encouraging people in addition to bringing candy to share to get in the spirit of Halloween and decorate the trunks of their cars where the candy will be.

The church will be offering candy and

some education to the adults as well.

“Around the world there is a lot of child labor involved in the harvesting of the cocoa beans that go into the production of chocolate,” Pastor Ian Lynch said. “So, we will be offering chocolate products from Equal Exchange, both as an act of hospitality as well as a way to educate others on the importance of fair trade products.”

After receiving candy, everyone is invited to stay for games and other fun activities, which are free and scheduled to last until 7 p.m.

For more information about fair trade products visit equalexchange.coop. For more information about Old South Church or trunk or treat, visit OldSouthChurch.org or call 440-256-3329.

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Kirtland Hornet Booster Club JOIN THE BOOSTERS TODAY!

BY TOM NEIBECKER, PRESIDENT KIRTLAND HORNET BOOSTER CLUB The Kirtland Hornet Booster Club, founded in 1964, is a charitable organization dedicated to providing moral and financial support to the athletic programs of Kirtland Schools and to other community endeavors whenever possible.

Except for coaching salaries, transportation and insurance, the Kirtland Hornet Booster Club funds the entire Middle and High School athletic budget, including ALL BOYS and GIRLS sports.

The Boosters regularly contribute to many community, youth sports, school functions and organizations, and provide scholarships to graduating seniors. We are especially proud of our annual support of the After Prom program, which provides a safe and enjoyable environment for our kids and community.

Annually, the Kirtland Hornet Booster Club donates more than $100,000!

We need your participation and financial assistance to provide the outstanding level of support and programs to which the community and school district have become accustom.

The majority of our funds are raised through booster memberships and Kirtland Booster Bingo held every Saturday and staffed by booster club member volunteers.

We also hold various fundraising events throughout the year as opportunities arise, to help sustain our organization.

We regularly participate in a number of community and school district projects. We worked closely with the city, the school district, youth baseball and youth football on

the Recreation Park scoreboard project and with the PTA and the school district on the recently completed electronic marquee sign project.

These projects were completed as inkind donations and required no tax dollars.

We could not have participated in either project without your financial support.

The time is now to join the Kirtland Hornet Booster Club. Membership dues are ONLY $50 per FAMILY. If your child participates in BOYS or GIRLS sports at Kirtland High School or Middle School, the Boosters are funding these programs, and we respectfully request your financial assistance.

You can renew your annual membership or join the Boosters by sending your $50 donation/check made payable to KIRTLAND BOOSTERS to our treasurer, Domenic Camino, at 10468 Rocking Horse Trail, Kirtland, OH 44094.

You can also renew or join via PayPal by visiting us at kirtlandboosters.com and following the links to our “Membership Registration Page.”

We need your HELP to keep our BINGO program strong. Please visit our “Booster BINGO Volunteer Sign Up” link at kirtlandboosters.com and sign up to join or form a Bingo Team!

We will be hosting a Booster Member Appreciation party to be held on Friday, Oct. 13 at The Game of Wickliffe (formerly Freeway Lanes) for all paid members and their guests. You will be able to pay for your membership at the door, so please make plans to join us for this evening of fun.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support!

Upward Basketball and Cheerleading Registration New Promise Church in Kirtland has begun Upward Basketball and Cheer-leading registration for boys and girls kindergarten through 12th grade.

First-child cost for early registration is $70 (sibling $65) by Oct. 22; $80 per child thereafter. Evaluations are Nov. 4, 6, and 11.

Upward Sports is a first-class sports

experience that strengthens young athletes mentally, athletically, spiritually and socially, according to a church public service announcement.

New Promise Church is at 8671 EuclidChardon Road.

For more information, call 440-2563705 or email info@newpromisechurch.us.

Kirtland PTA 2017 Candidates’ Night Please join the Kirtland PTA and the League of Women Voters for their annual 2017 Candidates' Night.

This event will be held Oct. 18, from 7-9 p.m., at Kirtland Elementary Hornet Hall (the old gym), 9140 Chillicothe Road.

The participants this year will include

candidates for Kirtland City Council, Kirtland Schools Board of Education and judicial candidates for Willoughby Municipal Court.

Refreshments and coffee will be served.

Please email or call/text Linda Davidson at Linda.davidson@live.com or 440-479-2110 with any questions about the event.

Saturday, Oct. 14 4:30-7:30pm

Spaghetti Dinner Most Holy Trinity Byzantine Catholic Church 8549 Mayfield Road, Chesterland OH 44026

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KIRTLAND COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER Seniors 55+ Oil painting Tuesdays, Oct. 3 - Nov. 21 • 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Learn to paint with oils with our veteran teacher, Sister Maresa Lilley. New and returning artists are welcome.

Many supplies are provided, but students are welcome to bring their own, too.

Cost is $50.

Seniors Making Connections Through Music Oct. 16-30 & Nov. 6-20 • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This free program is for people with Alzheimer’s or related dementia who love music, live in Lake County and have a dedicated family caregiver to accompany them each week.

Each week is led by a retired volunteer in a group setting, providing music and discussion meant to engage those living with the illnesses.

Each participant is eligible to receive a free iPod Shuffle to set up a personalized music program for use at home.

Signup is required by Sept. 20.

This program is a collaboration between The Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Lake County and t he Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging in Cleveland, and is funded by the Lake County Senior Citizens Levy.

Exercise Classes Exercise classes are your chance to keep your mind and body fit, healthy and strong.

All classes are customized to the needs and abilities of adults 55 and older.

Classes are bulked together in a series.

Contact the Kirtland Senior Center for details, dates and costs on the following classes that are offered each week: aerobics; balance-strengthen-move; yoga for balance, flexibility and strength; Tai chi fit; fit yoga; Tai Chi strength training; deep stretch yoga and gentle yoga.

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Community Open House & Preschool Halloween Carnival October 6 • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Kirtland Community and Senior Center is hosting a Halloween Carnival for preschoolers, parents and grandparents (and even great-grandparents).

The event includes games and an outdoor trick-or-treat path, and kids get to make a trick-or-treat bag. Hot dogs, apples, popcorn, and donuts and cider from Patterson’s Fruit Farm will be served.

Everyone is invited to wear a costume.

Barring emergencies, the Kirtland Fire Department will attend so kids can get up close to the trucks.

New this year and joining in the fun is Eb the Big Bubble guy. Kids will love seeing giant bubbles, bigger than their bodies.

This day is also the annual Senior Center Open House. Adults 55 and better are invited to stop by — with or without grandchildren — and see what the Kirtland Senior Center has to offer.

Information on center activities will be provided as well as a free seated massage and reiki mini-sessions. Enjoy a free gentle yoga class at 9 a.m., deep stretch yoga at 11 a.m. and Tai Chi Fit at 12 p.m. Try your hand at a mini watercolor painting as well.

Become a member on this day and it is good for the rest of 2017 and all of 2018.

Deep Stretch Yoga Oct. 24 or Nov. 28 • 6-7:15 p.m.

Deep Stretch Yoga is a relaxing slowpaced style of yoga. In this class, students do breathwork and poses target hips, hamstrings, back and other areas that become tight. Students will do deep stretches, passively holding poses with or without the aid of bolsters, blankets and blocks, ending with 10 minutes of deep relaxation.

Many poses can be done in a chair if needed. All levels welcome.

Payment of $13 due one week prior to each class.

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Walkathon from page 1 continued adding to their lap totals. After so many laps, students received prizes that our PTA provided. Middle school and high school students volunteered on Friday night to help keep track of student laps.”

Yellow Walkathon bags were congratulatory gifts from the PTA to the students. The night of the walkathon, students received glow necklaces for every one mile (four laps) they completed. A few groups of students took delight in combining their glow sticks to make giant glowing rings around them as they completed their laps.

This was fifth-grade teacher Bob Lasecki’s third year as Walkathon emcee and second-grade teacher Mike Nalepka was also emcee the first three years.

This year, Lasecki created a job application in Google Classroom by which students could apply to play DJ. The applicants created videos and written summaries to explain they would be a great DJ. For the actual event, the successful applicants, Addie Flemming, or “DJ Addie,” and Juliana Scott or “D.J. Jules” created a play list and gave “Shout-outs” to elementary school staff members who submitted them.

“I was asked to do this a few years ago because I have been the emcee for the PTA Spring Auction for the past eight years or so,” said Lasecki. “The kids had a great time.

My two assistants were awesome. It’s fun.”

The top fundraising class overall, Emily Longo’s kindergarten class, won a pizza party and an extra recess. The class raised $1,299.

The top classes from each grade level competed to win a Popsicle party and an extra recess. The top classes were Diane Cummings’ first-grade class, with $1,174; Nalepka’s second-grade class, with $685; Sandy Donovan’s fourth-grade class, with $632; Matt Ridgeway’s fifth-grade class, with

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This year’s annual Kirtland Elementary School Walkathon raised approximately $14,071 to go toward school supplies and materials. Each student was asked to walk toward a goal between $25 and $50.

$515; and, for third grade, both Jennifer Grandini, with $1,133, and Janine Greer, with $1,108. VanArnhem said additional cash received on the night of the Walkathon elevated Grandini, and because Greer was in the lead on the Walkathon website, both classes received a Popsicle party and an extra recess.

VanArnhem noted the competition among the first-grade classes was “fierce.”

Sarah Brown and Kelly Dunn were “neckand-neck” with $1,078 and $1,030, respectively.

VanArnhem said the Walkathon in total

raised approximately $14,071. Desired items this year are subscriptions to “Reading A – Z” and “BrainPOP Jr.”; book sets, including “leveled” book collections; novels for book clubs; several types of “flexible furniture;” charging stations for Chromebooks and iPads; lap desktops; a cart and tools for ceramics; reading materials that address music topics; and rollerblades and rollerblade carts.

“Students are so proud to show off the number of laps that they walked. This year we had a tremendous turnout, a rough estimate of over 200, with many moms, dads

and siblings on the track on Friday night,” said VanArnhem.

Last year, it was estimated that students and family members walked 2,840 miles.

“I feel confident that we did at least that much this school year,” said VanArnhem. “It was great to see so many parents and children walking together during the Friday night Walkathon. We are so fortunate to have such supportive families who made very generous donations.”

Visit https://kirtlandschools.rallyup.com/ kes-2017 for a gallery of images and a list of donors.

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