Sylvania Schools Foundation

Congrats to all

Congratulations to our 2024 Educators of the Year!!!
• Amanda Herr - Educator of the Year, Stranahan Elementary, Intervention Specialist
• Emily Gross - Teacher of the Year, Maplewood Elementary, 2nd Grade Teacher
• Jennifer Kasee - Teacher of the Year, Timberstone JH, Math Teacher
• Megan Rhodes - Teacher of the Year, Central Trail Elementary (previously at Hill View Elementary), Music Teacher
• Nada Baroudi - Support Staff of the Year, Arbor Hills JH, Bilingual Assistant
• Shelley Frank - Support Staff of the Year, Northview HS, Cafeteria Coordinator
• Christy Rowley - Administrator of the Year, Arbor Hills JH, Assistant Principal

We can't wait for the Northview v. Southview game on August 23! Our inductees will be recognized at halftime and inducted into our Athletic Hall of Fame the following day.

📣 It’s the moment you have all been waiting for! 📣

Come on out and support your 2024 Northview Boys Varsity Team as they defend their field against our Northview Soccer Alumni! Bring a chair or blanket to watch this fun event!

🗓️: Friday, August 9th
📍: Timberstone Junior High
⏰: 7:00 PM Kick-off

💲We’ll have 50/50 raffle as well!

➡️➡️Alumni: please wear a white shirt on the field!

Hope to see you all there!

Sylvania Class of 1974 Reunion. If you have not heard or need information, please be sure to reach out. It looks to be a great turnout!!!

Congratulations to the 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees! We look forward to honoring the following individuals and teams at the 16th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame in August. Congratulations to all!

Sylvania High School:
• Amos Barcus, Class of 1966, Basketball, Baseball
• Gary Barcus, Class of 1969, Basketball, Baseball
• Gary Sutherland, Class of 1973, Hockey

Sylvania Northview High School:
• Molly Horstman, Class of 1982, Basketball, Softball
• Craig Katafiasz, Class of 2001, Wrestling, Football
• Charles Wynn, Class of 2001, Football, Basketball

Sylvania Southview High School:
• Ricky Greenberg, Class of 1983, Tennis, Golf, Basketball
• Dan Goldberg, Class of 2003, Swimming
• Allen Gant, Class of 2012, Football, Basketball, Track
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Coach:
• Rick Burgin, Northview Soccer

Team:
• Northview 2014 Hockey State Championship Team

Jim Glase Award:
• Rich Timm

The inductees will be recognized at the Northview (H) vs. Southview (A) football game on August 23. The 16th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame will be held on Saturday, August 24. Purchase tickets through sylvaniaschoolsfoundation.org/register.

Congratulations to our newest alumni, the Class of 2024!!

Congratulations to our graduates!

Congratulations to our scholarship recipients and the entire Class of 2024! At this week's Northview and Southview Senior Assemblies, we awarded 13 scholarships totaling $11,500. We're proud to support these students as they continue their education.

ALYSSA GOTTSCHALK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP:
Riley Berends
Hannah Davis
Sarah Hazel
Audrey Hoffman
Chris Laux
Lacey Powell
Joshua Rahman
Parker Sears

AUGUSTUS ZIMMERMAN SCHOLARSHIP:
Fletcher Machanda
Tristin Swangstu

MARJORIE M. FITKIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Audrey Huffman
Holly Short

VICKI DONOVAN LYLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP:
Cassie Schramm

We're proud to support Sylvania Schools! Today, we awarded $10,274 in Teacher Grants and Professional Development Scholarships. We are honored to provide funds that elevate the student experience and advance teachers' professional knowledge.

It's great to see our alumni sharing their business experiences with students.

Last week, the Northview Culinary Fundamentals class welcomed 2023 alum and food truck entrepreneur Anthony Rammuny. Anthony was in the 2-year Business Technology career tech program and also took the Culinary Fundamentals class. As a food truck owner, he is now using business and culinary foundational skills he learned in high school. We are so happy for him that the "Food Truck Frenzy Project" became more than a project.

Culinary Fundamentals teacher Ms. Bays shared, "He owns his own lemonade truck with his family. He visited as a guest speaker in my classroom where he shared his adventures as an entrepreneur, that one simple idea can take you very far, and the experiences and events he's been able to take part in through this entrepreneurial journey." Thank you to Anthony for sharing your experiences and business insights with our students!

It's great to see alumni share how their high school curriculum and teachers prepared them for their path after graduation and into their careers.

Last night, our Sylvania Board of Education welcomed alumni presenters to share their experiences in a Sylvania 2-year Career Tech program and how it prepared them for their future. Each shared their appreciation for the in-depth industry knowledge they gained through hands-on learning in the classroom and their CTE internship. Additionally, they each gave recognition to the CTE teachers for preparing them for success. We appreciate Anne Barchick (Business Technology), Makenna Edwards (Computer Programming) and Collin Maple (Interactive Media) for sharing their experiences and professional journeys with us. We are proud of their achievements!

This looks great!! The new cougar head sculpture was installed last week. It was a donation from the Southview Classes of 2022 & 2023.

Congratulations again to our honorees! We had a wonderful evening at the 32nd Annual Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame as we inducted these incredible individuals.
• Dr. Terry P. Barber, Sr., Sylvania High School, Class of 1969
• Dr. John Hunter, Northview High School, Class of 1987
• Honorable Joseph V. McNamara, Southview High School, Class of 1995
• Eamonn Reynolds, Northview High School, Class of 2008
• Legacy Award - Nadia Swade
• Educator of the Year - Jeremy Davis
• Kathleen A. Babiak Award for Volunteerism - Neha Luke (SV), Ayah Ifetiha (NV)
Thank you to the talented Northview musicians for playing as our guests arrived.

Nominations are accepted throughout the year. Nominations accepted by October 31 will be considered for the following year. The link is in the first comment.

Very deserving!! Larry, thank you for your dedication!!

Larry Morrison was recognized last night during the Northview vs. Southview game for his years of service and dedication to both our District and the Northern Lakes League. Prior to retiring in 1990, he served as the Principal of Burnham Junior High School, Sylvania High School, Arbor Hills Junior High and Sylvania Northview High Schools. He coached football, basketball and baseball teams. Additionally, Larry served eight years on the Ohio High School Athletic Association Board of Directors and spent a combined 25 years as League Commissioner for the GLL and NLL. Larry was inducted into the Sylvania Schools Foundation Athletic Hall of Fame in 2011. We appreciate his many years of educational and athletic leadership.

Make plans to join us and honor our 2024 Distinguished Hall of Fame inductees.

At our Annual Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame in March, we will recognize two outstanding seniors for their contributions to our community through volunteerism. CONGRATULATIONS to Ayah Ifetiha and Neha Luke!

This award was established in memory of one of the Foundation's original trustees and founding members, Kathy Babiak. In honor of her dedication and commitment to our schools and community, the Foundation established the Kathleen A. Babiak Memorial Award for Volunteerism.

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We are pleased to announce the 2024 inductees who will be honored at the 32nd Annual Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. Congratulations to all!
• Dr. Terry P. Barber, Sr., Sylvania High School, Class of 1969
• Dr. John Hunter, Northview High School, Class of 1987
• Honorable Joseph V. McNamara, Southview High School, Class of 1995
• Eamonn Reynolds, Northview High School, Class of 2008
• Legacy Award - Nadia Swade
• Educator of the Year - Jeremy Davis

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, March 15, 2023 - Ticket information for the reception and dinner will be shared soon.

We're sharing the sad news of the passing of both our 2022 Legacy Award recipient, Tom Watson, and his wife, Helen Watson. They both worked for Sylvania Schools and greatly contributed to the District and community. See below for more information about Tom & Helen and details for the Dec. 9 memorial service.
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It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of both Tom and Helen Watson.

For those of you who do not know, Tom was the first head band director of the Sylvania HS band program for many years. Helen also worked for Sylvania schools for many years.
More importantly, they were both incredibly GOOD people, who made a tremendously positive impact on those around them as well as their community. Our sincere condolences go out to the entire Watson family.

The picture you see attached currently hangs on the wall in the band office at Northview HS. Pictured is Tom Watson (left) and Dick Field (right) holding a STATE award for a concert band performance, a top award through OMEA. It serves as a reminder that what we have and what we are blessed with was built on the shoulders of those who came before us.

At the start of each year, during leadership day, we discuss this picture and its meaning to the NV Band program. Mr. Watson, building a band program from scratch at what was then ¨Sylvania HS¨ , and later again, to rebuild another band program at Northview when the district expanded is a legacy of its own.
However, the true legacy is in the way Mr. & Mrs. Watson both touched the lives around them. From colleagues, to students/families, to the Sylvania community, the connections that the Watsons made and the values they instilled in those relationships are the true legacy.

We are truly blessed to have a very strong performing arts program at Northview HS. Through the hard work and dedication of educators, like Mr. Watson, the program has become bigger than any one person (director or student)
Mr. Watson's success came through a very special approach, putting the care of people above merely performing the tasks at hand.
This is the message we preach to our students:
-What legacy will you leave?
-Do not leave Northview HS untouched.
-Pass down to those younger students who follow you the blessings that were first given to you.
-Do this by being like Mr. Watson; working hard on your craft, caring about the people around you, and doing good deeds all while fostering positive lifelong relationships.
In doing so, the magic of music making and uplifting the human spirit happens and in a powerful way.

Mr. Watson... we hope you look down upon us today with pride in the Northview band program in which you created. We owe you so much and thank you for all you have given us.

To the Sylvania community, alumni, and any other friends of the Watson family: we would like to invite you to join us in a celebration of life and memorial service for Tom and Helen. This is an open event, so please feel free to share this information:
Memorial Service for Tom & Helen Watson
Saturday, DECEMBER 9th, 2:00 p.m.
Location: Sylvania United Church of Christ

Thank you,
-Mr. Heath & Mr. Adams

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/thomas-watson-obituary?id=53603324

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/legacyremembers/helen-watson-obituary?id=53726136

Alumni - Depending on when you walked our JH hallways, you may not know that our JHs have dedicated STEM labs/classrooms. The Arbor Hills and McCord STEM labs are in classrooms that used to have Industrial Arts. Who remembers Industrial Arts? Timberstone's STEM lab is in a space that used to be the back of the Media Center. Check out the post to learn about the many types of hands-on STEM projects the 7th and 8th grade students have exposure to ... Who would have loved this type of class in JH?

⬇️Local alumni and Sylvania community members⬇️ The Master Facilities Plan is a District initiative. Click the link in the post for information and the committee application.

The Sylvania Board of Education has announced plans to commence a Master Facilities Plan Committee. In alignment with our District’s Strategic Plan, the mission of the Master Facilities Plan Committee is to address the current use of and future planning for the District’s facility infrastructure. This will be an 18-month process that leads to recommendations to the Board of Education.
📌 Nov. 30, 2023 - Deadline to Apply for the Committee
Learn more: https://www.sylvania.k12.oh.us/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=50G00I&dasi=33P2

Exciting things today in Sylvania!!!!

This morning, Sylvania Southview High School welcomed SV alum and NASA employee Kristen Bury and also hosted two members of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band for a clinic. While they were with different student audiences, and themes were prevalent throughout all of the sessions.

🚀 Kristen shared that her path from Sylvan to McCord to Southview and then UT Chemical Engineering led her to work at NASA where she began working during college through a co-op program. She excitedly shared with 2 sessions of students the overall Artemis project mission and her role in it. She will be at Sylvania Northview High School this afternoon speaking with the Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Career Tech program.

🎼 Southview Wind Ensemble performed and was part of the clinic with Master Sgt. Douglas Quinzi and Master Gunnery Sgt. Leslye Barrett. The Concert and Symphonic Bands observed the clinic. This was followed by a Q&A session.

The Southview students were really engaged as they asked questions of the experts. These opportunities allow students to expand their knowledge and broaden their view of possible career paths.

We're proud to support Sylvania Schools! Today, we awarded $9.318.50 in Teacher Grants and Professional Development Scholarships. Sylvania teachers are amazing! We are honored to provide funds that enrich the learning environment and elevate professional knowledge.

Congratulations to retired art teacher Don Townsend!

🎼Throwback to 1990 ... Check out last week's WTOL 11 Flashback Friday clip! Who remembers when the Sylvania Southview High School, Sylvania Northview High School and Whitmer Bands played with the Northwestern University band?

Flashback Friday: Area high school, Northwestern University bands perform joint halftime show Bands from Whitmer, Sylvania Southview and Sylvania Northview high schools, along with Northwestern University, had a halftime performance for the ages in 1990.

Congratulations!

Last evening, our Sylvania Board of Education commended our 2023 Educators of the Year. We ❤ celebrating and recognizing the positive impact they've had on students in classrooms, around the buildings and through extracurricular activities. Dr. Motley shared comments from their nominations, which included heartfelt narratives from parents, fellow colleagues and students. Once again, we CONGRATULATE to our 2023 Educators of the Year!

2023 Educator of the Year
Jeremy Davis
Northview HS
Choir Teacher

2023 Teachers of the Year
Brian Fritz
Southview HS
Social Studies Teacher

Mary Janelle Low
McCord JH
Science Teacher

Kim Miller
Central Trail Elementary
1st Grade Teacher

2023 Support Staff of the Year
Veronica Martinez
Stranahan Elementary
Paraprofessional

Jeanne Quinn
Maplewood Elementary
Custodian

2023 Administrator of the Year
Julie Gault
Sylvan Elementary
Principal

Congratulations! Sylvania Southview grad and MSU student Jobeth Daniels was crowned Fulton County Junior Fair Queen September 2.

This is always a great weekend in Sylvania... NV SV game & Athletic Hal of Fame!

Congratulations to all!

Congratulations to our 2023 Educators of the Year recipients!! Our talented, caring, and dedicated Educators of the Year consistently inspire students and positively impact our district.

What a wonderful article for a devoted person to Sylvania Schools athletics and the Foundation!!! THANK YOU for all you do!

eblade.toledoblade.com Larry Morrison served as a high school commissioner for 25 years, including 13 years in the Great Lakes League and 14 in the Northern Lakes League.