An Update to the Community
May Issue 2012-2013
A Message from the Superintendent As the 2012-2013 school year closes, we have a lot to be proud of. We graduated 199 seniors who will be continuing their education, serving our country or starting their careers. I want to wish all of our graduates congratulations and good luck in the future. Our buildings and grounds staff have worked very hard throughout the year making sure that our campus is in great condition. As we go into the summer they will be waxing, painting, and cleaning to make sure when the students come back on the first day of school the buildings will shine. The staff has put endless hours of work in to making sure our students achieved during the school year and all their time and effort has paid off. There have been many changes implemented over the course of the school year and I am proud of the way our students responded to the challenges that were put in front of them. As a school leader I am really pleased with the involvement of the community at different functions and events in our schools. I want to thank everybody that contributed to the successes of this school year and I thank all of the stakeholders in the Maysville Local School District for their dedication to our students. With that being said we, as an administrative team, are planning for ways to improve next year. I want to take this opportunity to thank our retiring staff members for their dedication to the Maysville Local School District. Their hard work and passion for the students that they worked with every day has paved the way for their future success. Enjoy the summer and let’s make the 2013-2014 school year great.
Preschool As the 2012-2013 school year comes to an end, we would like to say “Good Luck” to all those students going to Kindergarten next school year! For those students who will return to preschool “We will see you in a few months!” We will miss each and every one of our students. We hope every child enjoys their summer break and comes back to school in the fall refreshed and ready to learn.
Maysville High School Recognized for Yearbook Excellence The Maysville High School yearbook staff has been recognized by Balfour Yearbooks with an Honorable Mention Certificate of Recognition for its outstanding contribution to scholastic journalism. The Maysville High School yearbook is recognized in the 2013 Yearbook Yearbook. The yearbook advisor is Greg Waite.
school year were evaluated in one or more of the following areas: theme development, layout design, photo content, secondary packages and cover design. For their outstanding yearbook achievement, Balfour honors approximately twelve percent of yearbook staffs with Honorable Mention recognition in Yearbook Yearbook.
“Congratulations to every school receiving Honorable Mention Recognition in this 27th edition of Yearbook Yearbook. I have been privileged to edit this inspiration piece for the past seven years. As yearbooks were collected and judging began, the Maysville High School 2012 yearbook was selected for Honorable Mention recognition,” Marilyn Scoggins, Yearbook Yearbook editor, said. “The hours you have invested will reap great dividends for your school community both now and for years to come. Balfour applauds your work and thanks you for preserving your school’s memories.”
“The competition gets tougher year after year. Balfour staffs are doing an outstanding job of creating great, student-oriented yearbooks,” director of marketing Mike Cobb said. “Balfour proudly includes the best in Yearbook Yearbook.” Balfour Yearbooks, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is a major publisher of yearbooks nationwide and the industry’s leader in digital technology, education and curriculum. Balfour provides training, technical support and printing services to elementary school, middle school, high school and college yearbook staffs.
Yearbooks published by Balfour for the 2012
First Grade Goals for the Summer! 1. Go to the library and read! (Summer Reading) 2. Visit the Zanesville Art Museum (Free on Thursday) 3. Write a letter to a friend 4. Take a walk in a park 5. Go to Dawes for visit 6. Have a spelling bee with your family 7. Write a play and have your family act it out 8. Learn the words to your favorite song 9. Play store and count out money 10. Have a picnic and help make your own lunch 11. Enjoy your summer with family and friends!
Mrs. Bollinger’ s class raised the most money in the Middle School by selling bowling pins for Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and we got to go bowling as a reward.
National Honor Society The Induction Ceremony for the Maysville Chapter of National Honor Society was held on Thursday May 9, 2013 in the High School Auditeria. Opening music was provided by the MHS Music Department. Vice President Erin Curry, Secretary Megan Maley, Treasurer Chase Myers, Madison Smith, and Alexis Bennett led the program for the induction of new members. NHS Advisor Barb Zirke introduced the speaker for the afternoon. Kristina Payne Hawk, MHS graduate and the President-elect of the Muskingum Area Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, spoke on the Honor Society Principles. Erin Curry was the featured soloist. Principal Jason Bunting made the closing remarks. A cake and punch reception was held in the Maysville library following the ceremony. The members of National Honor Society are: Alexis Bennett, Justin Bonifield, Shiana Bookless, Devan Castillo, Nathan Cole, Erin Curry, Cheyenne Downey, Mackenzie Folger, Blair Foster, Chance Garvin, Zoeie Hall, Jerry Huggins, Jacob Landerman, Gracie Lowe, Megan Maley, Stephanie Monroe, Jayna Morrison, Justine Murasky, Chase Myers, Madison Smith, Mallory Spring, President Electa Thompson, Codi Trout and Darren Tyo. The new inductees were: Maria Stickrath from the Class of 2013 and Helen Darcie Davis, Shawna Lambert, and Kaitlin Sands from the class of 2014. Jenna Brooks, Jameson Curry, Luke Engle, Donald Tyler Finley, Samuel Law, Mariah Lewellen, Paige Morrow, Brooke Smith, and Callie Tatman were inducted from the Class of 2015. Madina Bobkhonova and Kyzy Nadyr Nurizat were inducted as Honorary Members.
Maysville Education Association Awards Scholarship The Maysville Education Association presented Nathan Cole a $500 scholarship at the Academic Awards Ceremony in May. Nathan applied for the MEA Scholarship and wrote an essay about a teacher than has truly impacted his life. His essay honored Mrs. Jackie Kaser, his 8th grade Language Arts teacher. Along with the essay, applicants must have held a GPA of 3.5 or higher, been a good citizen, had good attendance and plan to pursue further education. The MEA would like to congratulate the Class of 2013!
Kindergarteners End Year With Fun Activities! Kindergarten students are ending the year with much learning and fun activities. We invited families to school for a picnic, the weather was great and everyone had a great time! We also had fun at the carnival and got our exercise on field day. Along with all of the activities, we are still learning! We learned about the life cycle of the butterfly and the frog. We got to watch tadpoles change into frogs and caterpillars change into butterflies. All students were fascinated to watch nature right in our own classrooms! We hope everyone has a great summer and is ready for first grade in the fall. Have a great summer!!
Moe Selected to Evaluate Laura Moe was again selected to participate in the College Board’s Annual AP Reading in Language and Composition in Louisville, KY this summer. Each June, AP teachers and college faculty members from around the world gather in the United States to evaluate and score the free-response sections of the AP Exams. The Advanced Placement Program® (AP®) enables willing and academically prepared students to pursue college-level studies – with the opportunity to earn college credit, advanced placement or both – while still in high school. Research indicates that students who score a 3 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success in college and are more likely to earn a college degree than non-AP students.
Dust Bowl Presentation by Pauline Hodges Fifth grade students at Maysville Elementary received first hand knowledge about a 10 year struggle for farmers and their families that became known as the Dust Bowl. They met Mrs. Pauline Hodges, retired teacher, mother, grandmother, author, and a DUST BOWL SURVIVOR. She presented information about this historical event of perseverance and eventually prosperity. She told her story about living during the Dust Bowl, the Great Depression, and the challenges it presented. The school received the Dust Bowl film by Ken Burns and a hardback book “The Dust Bowl�. We want to thank Muskingum Soil & Water Conservation District and The Longaberger Foundation for bringing Mrs. Hodges to our school. Colton Butler had the privilege of introducing Mrs. Hodges and Hannah Ogilbee read the conclusion to end our assembly.
Peer Mediators Peer Mediators completed a mediator program for fifth graders at Maysville Elementary School. Mediators gained valuable experiences, skills, and understanding about conflict while helping other students talk out their problems and come up with a win/win solution. Our peer mediators missed recess every eight days to be on duty in case a problem arose. Being a peer mediator teaches students how to deal with conflicts in their own life more constructively and creatively. Our fifth grade mediators were: Adam Armstead, Wyatt Brown, Cheyenne Burns, Colton Butler, Landon Donley, Ryleigh Graves, Jett Hill, Austin Hoagland, Haylee Huffman, Taylee Krouskoupf, Sarah Lovingshimer, Cody Moody, Lauren Pickrell, Cameron Robinson, Kalli Sidwell, Jake Swingle, Autumn Twyman, and Paige Webb. Students were rewarded for their dedication to the program with lunch at Dairy Queen. Maysville Elementary plans on continuing this program next year. Mrs. Beth Moore (Student Service Specialist) and Mrs. Jacolenne (Fifth grade teacher) were in charge of the program.
Alumni Associations Team Up to “Pay It Forward” Through Scholarships For the fourth consecutive year the Maysville and South Zanesville Alumni Associations have joined together to provide college scholarships for Maysville seniors. Six $500 scholarships were awarded to Maysville High School seniors at the annual Awards Night on May 9th.
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During the annual Awards Night the following students were awarded scholarships from the South Zanesville Alumni: Nathan Cole (Baldwin Wallace University) and Megan Maley (Zane State College). Maysville Alumni scholarship recipients Nineteen applications were received this year are Aaron Harper (University of Central Floriand the selection committee spent several hours da or The Ohio State University), Gracie Lowe making the very difficult decision. The applicants (Muskingum University), Justine Murasky (Cowere a group of dedicated, active and intelligent lumbus College of Art and Design) and Madison students. Many of their comments on the appli- Smith (West Virginia University). cations inspired and moved the selection committee. We often worry about the heroes that young people choose in today’s society, but these students have a keen sense of who the real heroes in their lives are: a coach who inspires them to achieve a goal they didn’t think possible, a parent who teaches by example, a teacher who inspires them to do their best. When asked about a person who had an influence in their life one applicant responded “what I admire most about her is her compassion for others. Since meeting her I have been influenced to follow my passions in life, while still providing care and empathy for others.” The average GPA of the scholarship recipients was 3.88 and an average ACT score of 26. These are impressive statistics as all have taken college classes simultaneously with their high school coursework. Many have worked, all have volunteered and been active in a variety of clubs and sports including track, volleyball, basketball, language clubs, National Honor Society, Art Club, SADD, Key Club, Ski Club, and 4-H. Many are active in their church communities and all are community minded. They have volunteered for Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, The Muskingum County Library System, Christ’s Table, PowerHouse and a variety of other community service projects and organizations. A reference for one of the recipients noted these qualities about her community service work, “She is an intelligent, well-spoken, and pleasant young woman. She is also responsible and trustworthy, and takes her role of leading this group
These scholarships are made possible by the overwhelming support of the Maysville/South Zanesville Community. This support enables your alumni associations to help the recipients achieve dreams that influence and inspire others to follow their passion.” If you are interested in becoming involved or learning more about the Alumni Associations visit the Maysville Alumni Association Facebook page or contact Nancy Ragias: nragias@columbus.rr.com
Computer Wisdom from Kindergarten and 1st Grade Students... KINDERGARTEN -- WHAT IS A COMPUTER VIRUS? • • • • • • • • • • • •
When it gets a cold and fever. When your computer is sick. When it won’t work. When it don’t work and it spreads to other computers. When it metamorphosis. ????? When you click something and it doesn’t go to the right thing. When you leave it on. When something pops up and you click on it. When you be sick and you touch your computer it will give it the flu. Spread to other computers just keeps going on and on to other computers and they stay that way and then it just goes away. If your computer gets a virus and another computer is next to it, it can get it too. When your computer coughs. (When questioning this one, I asked how many have heard a computer cough and about 5 students raised their hand, this lead into a discussion, of course!)
WRITINGS FROM FIRST GRADER’S VIEW OF INTERNET SAFETY! • • • • • • • •
I learned to not give inebute (anybody) my founnuper (phone number). I lrd a bout to be safe with your cpodr. I lrnd about that filtring software is anportin because when you get on websits they be bad. What I learned about internet safety is to not click on anything you don’t know about. We block aor stof so othr pepoll don’t git on that’s wots I lrn. Mi favrit thing of indrnet is to not giv yor password to pepol that you dotno no. The viris can make the ckumpootr sick. I lrnd abut to not git on deskting (disgusting) pichtrs.
Career on the Sidewalk Fifth grade teachers had their students develop careers that they might be interested in doing later on in life. Each child created a portfolio on paper, and then were given the opportunity to draw their career on the sidewalk of the elementary building. 164 students were assigned a sidewalk section and drew very creative pictures that depicted their dream job as an adult. Each student was given a half hour to complete the drawing, and then a panel of five judges voted on the best career drawing from each of the seven fifth grade classes. An assembly in the afternoon rewarded each winner with a bag of goodies and certificates to McDonald’s for a 4 piece chicken nugget dinner. All participants received a coupon from McDonald’s for apple dippers.
“Sweet Rewards Club” Students in Mrs. Stottsberry’s class looked forward to the monthly “Sweet Rewards Club.” It was a baking club to reward students for attendance, good behavior, and effort on both formative (practice) and summative (tests) work. On baking days students helped to measure and mix the ingredients, pour in the correct amount of batter, and then ice their own baked good. Some months we baked cupcakes and others we made doughnuts. YUM! YUM!
Musical Panthers Orff Ensemble The gym was alive with the sounds of music on Success Night this year at Maysville Elementary. The Musical Panthers Orff Ensemble performed 4 pieces for the crowd. The group performed on xylophones, glockenspiels, metallophones, recorders, drums, and other various pitched and unpitched instruments – and there was movement! The ensemble was created to be enrichment for students who showed a talent and interest in music. It is an extension of the activities in the general music classroom. Mrs. Davidson and Mrs. Sellers chose students in 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade who showed a passion for music to participate in our first ensemble. The members were Avery Brown, Marlee Lawson, Brooklyn Ponish, Megan Ross, Owen Bell, Elizabeth Dickerson, Connor Haga, Chloe Hittle, Kristen Odlivak, Matthew Combs, Lynnea Crock, Allison Goschke, Jack Murphy, Alyssa Northrup, Kendra Roberts, Mya Tracy, Sydni Wilson, Lanie Bainter, Jett Hill, Branden Hoagland, Austin Hoagland, Hannah Ogilbee, Cameron Robinson and Anthony Theisen. They did an awesome job! Hopefully, this is the beginning of a new tradition at Maysville.
Yell and Tell On Thursday, May 17th, students at Maysville Elementary were treated to a special guest! Jean Davidson of the program Yell and Tell came to speak to students in grades K-2. The Yell and Tell program has been developed by Jean Davidson. She is the granddaughter of Walter Davidson, one of the four founders and the first president of Harley-Davidson. Her father, Gordon Davidson, was Vice President of Manufacturing. Jean chose not to work at the family company but to dedicate her life to teaching children. She has developed educational curriculum for all levels of teaching at both the state and local levels. Jean has written four books featuring personal stories of the Harley and the Davidson families. Her travels take her both nationally and internationally to such events as educational conferences, motorcycle events, and crime prevention conventions. Recently Jean’s 4 year old grandson, Ryder, died in an accident that could have been prevented if the child standing nearby would have known how to react. Because of this and learning of similar losses, Jean has developed a program called “Yell and Tell.”
(Above L-R) Julie Brown (Fink’s Harley Davidson), Jean Davidson & Squawk (Yell & Tell) and Tashia Fink (Fink’s Harley Davidson). Jean Davidson recently spoke to students at Maysville Elementary about “Yell and Tell”. The program teaches children how to take action in dangerous situations. Finks Harley Davidson sponsored the event. The Davidson Yell and Tell Foundation, Inc. is a 501c(3)* charitable foundation set up to teach young children what to do when they observe a dangerous situation. Many times this child will run away or be quiet because he/she doesn’t want to get into trouble or be called a tattletale. Sometimes the child is so afraid, he/she is too scared to do anything. The Yell and Tell program teaches children how to take action and be a hero. Some of the most dangerous situations that this program will cover are: POOLS, RIVERS/ LAKES, FIRE, POISON, GUNS, CHILD ENTICEMENT AND BULLYING.
Students Apply Math Skills Mrs. Dixon’s class took their final trip of the year in May. We have been working on our math skills, giving the correct amount of money for a purchase and making change. We ate lunch at Bob Evans and the students paid their own bill. The Bob Evans staff was impressed by their good behavior and manners.
Maysville Youth Football Camp Camp will be run by Maysville Varsity Coaching staff & Players
Who: Grades 1ST – 8TH (Two sessions) Where: Maysville Football Field When: July 22nd -24th Time: 8:00 – 10:00 (7th – 8th) 10:30 -12:00 (1ST – 6TH) (Registration starts @ 7:30 am for Jr. High and 10:00 Elem.)
Cost: $40 *Make checks payable to Maysville Athletic Boosters *Any questions please contact Craig Clarke (740) 294-0047
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The Maysville Athletic Department and Football staff is not responsible for any injury that may occur during the camp. My son has permission to attend the 2013 Maysville Football Camp. Parent/Guardian signature
MES Character Cup Champions 2012-2013 Recently students traveled to Sunrise Bowl and Strikes as a reward for winning their divisions Character Cup. In Division I, grade 3 took the title with a total of 62 points for the year, edging out grade 5 by two points and grade 4 by four points in a very close race. In the Division II race, grade 1 totaled 72 points for the year to win the title comfortably over both grade 2 and grade K. Each year grade levels compete against each other in the Character Cup. The Character Cup is made up of different category’s (Attendance, Office Referrals, Character Cards, “Golden Broom Award”, Community Service and the Character section on the grade cards.) After each grading period, each grade level is ranked and given points for their efforts in those categories. At the end of the year the grade level in their division with the highest points receive a free field trip and their grade level name engraved on the Cup. The Character Cup is made up of two Divisions, K-2 and 3-5. Each division has their own Cup that is displayed in the schools trophy case.
GRACIAS! Thank you once again to the Maysville Elementary staff for hosting several of the HS Spanish students in their classrooms this year. Kyauna Bailey, Mallory Spring, Reagan Wasileski and Riley Perone spent several of their lunch periods preparing and teaching lessons to kindergarteners and first graders. They taught numbers, colors, and animals this year in Mrs. Vaughn’s, Mrs. Meridith’s and Mrs. Maransky’s rooms as well as reading in the library in Spanish for the lucky classes who had Specials between 12:00 and 1:00! Kyauna also used some of her service learning time to teach Spanish to Mrs. Moore’s kindergarteners! The high school students felt they gained real world experiences such as responsibility, leadership, patience, and communication skills as a result of this opportunity. Reagan and Riley are looking forward to teaching at the Elementary again next year as well!
July 11
Board of Education 7:30
June 8
Market Day ES
August 8
Board of Education 7:30
June 13
Board of Education 7:30
August 21
First Day for Students
Mrs. Watson will be holding a theater kiddie camp for ages 5-11 July 8th, 9th and 10th from 9 A.M to 2 P.M. This is a free camp that teaches drama basics, like vocabulary, costuming, makeup, movement and improvisation fun. This will be held at the Maysville High School Cafetorium. Students bring a bag lunch and snacks. Contact bwatson@laca.org with questions.
It can wait!! Maysville’s SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) members have been concerned with the amount of texting and driving they have seen lately. To end the year they wanted to spread the word about the dangers of this reckless behavior. SADD members shared a video with fellow students during experience classes that showed the consequences that some families have had to face due to texting and driving. To end the day, SADD members passed out car air fresheners and anti-texting and driving thumb rings to serve as reminders to student drivers to stop texting and driving. Please remember that your life and the lives of others are more important than any text message. It can wait!!
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