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“Girls on the Run” program develops confidence and builds character

Growing up isn’t always easy but an after-school program at the city’s three elementary schools is helping give young girls the tools and confidence they need to navigate the rocky road of adolescence. “Girls on the Run,” a curriculum-based program that uses running to help girls in third and fourth grade develop confidence and self-respect, build character, foster an appreciation for healthy habits and give back to northeast Ohio, meets twice a week for ten weeks and is led by individual teachers and staff at each building. Registration wrapped up this month and the spring season beg ....

Feb 10, 2020

Drum roll please … Skipping Stones Band heads to Tri C High School Rock Off

Skipping Stones is a local band with a global flare! Jancy Zhang, the band’s female vocalist, is an international student from China who attends Walsh Jesuit High School and is a senior. The remaining members of the band are all local, talented musicians! Alex Manson, percussion, is a freshman at North Royalton High School and plays bass drum #5 for the marching band as well as drums for the Jazz Band. Lilly Dunn, guitar, vocals and sax, is a junior at Brecksville Broadview Hts, High School. She plays Lacross and is a saxophone player in the marching band. Brothers, Danny and Joey Ambrose ....

Feb 10, 2020

Town Hall Topics

The second January meeting of the North Royalton City Council took place on Tuesday, January 21. Ward 3 Councilman Dan Langshaw was elected by Council as the Council Pro Tempore, which means that he would represent as the head of City Council, should Council President Paul Marnecheck be absent or unavailable. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with Senior Transportation Connection was unanimously adopted. A resolution was unanimously adopted that acknowledges the community service of Cheryl Hannan. Hannan served as the Council Representative for Ward 5 from Janua ....

Jan 28, 2020

All North Royalton City School buildings receive Ohio Department of Education Purple Star Designation

The Ohio Department of Education has selected Albion Elementary School, Royal View Elementary School, Valley Vista Elementary School, North Royalton Middle School and North Royalton High School as 2020 Purple Star designees. The Purple Star designation recognizes schools that meet important criteria for serving military-connected students and families, including ensuring students’ unique social, emotional and academic needs are being met. Our five buildings were the only schools in Cuyahoga County to receive this recognition. “We know that when children of military families enroll in o ....

Jan 28, 2020

School Board News

The first meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on Monday, January 13. School Superintendent Greg Gurka recognized the North Royalton Board of Education, as a part of Board Recognition Month. “As you know, January is School Board Recognition month,” said Gurka. “Being a Board member is a rather thankless job and one in which you will not get wealthy at. In reality, it basically is a volunteer position.” He noted that volunteers are not paid because they are worthless, but because they are priceless. A video was then shown that highlighted the student’s ap ....

Jan 28, 2020

Council votes to eliminate position of Safety Director

The North Royalton City Council unanimously adopted legislation at their January 21 meeting that eliminated the position of Safety Director, currently held by Bruce Campbell. The position was last created in 2008. Before that time, North Royalton did not have the position of Safety Director since 1992. The previous mayors had assumed the duties of that position before that point. With the new administration, it was determined by newly-elected mayor, Larry Antoskiewicz, that the position was no longer necessary. “After talking to both of the Chiefs, I don’t think I need to continue th ....

Jan 28, 2020

North Royalton High School student writers and artists showcased in school’s “Inkwell” Magazine

One of North Royalton High School’s (NRHS) most appreciated and valued traditions is the publication of “Inkwell,” a literary magazine celebrating excellence in student writing, art and photography. On December 12, the 2019 edition was unveiled and celebrated in a room filled with family, friends, teachers and staff. Royal Harmony began the evening by singing a medley of holiday songs. English/language arts teacher and “Inkwell” advisor Stacie Leatherman welcomed everyone and shared how fortunate the students at NRHS are because not every school offers an opportunity like this to b ....

Jan 28, 2020

City Energy Cost Savings Program nears completion

The North Royalton Energy Cost Savings Program is nearing completion. The plan for the program began last summer. In the early part of 2019, the North Royalton City Council approved two ordinances earlier last April, allowing the city to go forward with the program. The ordinances approved the contract, as well as set up the financing. One ordinance authorized the Mayor to enter into an energy savings performance contract with Leopardo, LLC. In order to fund the project, an additional ordinance was adopted that provided for the issuance and sale of aggregate principal amount of bonds not ....

Jan 28, 2020

School Board assignments are made

On Thursday, January 9, the North Royalton Board of Education held their annual Organizational Meeting. The members took their oath of office, as follows: Terry DeLap (January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021) Heidi Dolezal (January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2023) John Kelly (January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2023) Anne Reinkober (January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2023) Delap was elected to fill the unexpired term of Susan Clark, whose term expires next year. John Kelly was then nominated as the 2020 Board President and Anne Reinkober as the Board Vice President. Both then t ....

Jan 28, 2020

“Night to Shine” event celebrates people with special needs

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and an upcoming event is celebrating the love of all people and the value of life. “Night to Shine,” a prom-style event for individuals with special needs, is set for 6 p.m. Feb. 7 at Michaud’s Catering & Event Center in Strongsville. It is hosted by Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church in partnership this year with Brunswick Reformed Church. This year marks Royal Redeemer’s fourth year serving as a “host church” for this truly memorable event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, a Christian-centered global community founded by professional ....

Jan 28, 2020