Tipp City Exempted Village Schools
Volume 2, Issue 37 Quick News May 8, 2017
Superintendent’s Thoughts Dr. Gretta Kumpf Thank you! Thank you! Thank you for supporting the Tipp City Schools’ levy renewal on May 2nd. It is incredibly gratifying to know that our community values a strong education and recognizes the importance of quality programs in our classrooms. The strong success of this levy is also a testament to the many volunteers who spent hours working on a compelling campaign. They wrote letters to the editors, hosted neighborhood coffees, and spoke to community groups. They worked tirelessly to ensure voters understood the purpose of the levy and its significance to the district’s budget. They remained steadfast and firmly believed in friends, neighbors and the community. While many, many people contributed to this effort, I want to extend a special thank you to our levy campaign leaders, Joellen and Jim Heatherly, who accepted this enormous task. They kept us organized, on target, and committed to our purpose. Their leadership was instrumental in bringing our community together to say “yes” on Issue 4 for Tipp City Schools.
Be the Bridge
Introducing “New” Principals
Some outstanding readers went from elementary student to “Principal for a Day.” The students secured their new role after earning more than one hundred points in the Accelerated Reading program, a computerized program that tests reading comprehension. Students select books on their reading level, read independently, and take a comprehension test on the computer. Each book is worth a certain number of points based on its length and reading level. Pictured with the fulltime principal, Tina Smith, are Nathan Kollmeyer, Owen Baileys, Tessa Riehle, and Ella Combs. The students achieved these points by January 1st! Great job.
Poetry, Moms, and Love
Tippecanoe Middle School sixth graders culminated their language arts unit on poetry with a special Mother’s Tea. They welcomed their moms and other guests for amazing poetry readings. Students shared a favorite poem they authored and is featured in their poetry books. Their writings are creative, joyful, and inspiring. A few moms got a little choked up reading some of the beautiful entries. The TMS students and their guests then enjoyed lunch, hugs, and laughs. Page 2 Quick News
Tippecanoe Middle School students participated in Celebrating National Poetry Month National Poetry Month during April. They submitted poetry for Media Specialist Wendy Torrence to read over the public address system every morning. Some of the poems were favorites by published authors; others were written by TMS students. In the Library Media Center, students made blackout poems and magnetic poetry kits. Others wrote and then actually typed their poems on a typewriter. (When entering the library, students asked, “What’s that sound?”). Others created poems using magnetic poetry kits on the dry erase board that students read throughout the day.
P O E T R Y
Broadway Elementary students celebrated their poetic talents with Poetry Picnics. The 2nd graders invited their Picnic parents and other loved ones to hear their writings. After some wonderful poetry readings, students enjoyed an afternoon picnic.
Congratulations to Broadway Elementary students and staff who were featured as a record-breaking school by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at the organization’s year-end celebration last week. The school participated in the Pennies for Patients fundraising campaign and raised $6,001.59. The collection was mostly loose change donated during a three week period. The top classroom received lunch from Olive Garden; the second highest earning classroom had a pizza party from Dominos. Third grade teacher April Taylor organized this successful service project and said, “This is my 17th year volunteering for them and this is the first time our school has reached this level so we are very proud and honored we were able to make a difference!” The money benefits blood cancer research.
The Value of Pull Tabs Keep saving the pull tabs from soda cans and other products to help the Dayton Ronald McDonald House Tab-A-PULL-ooza pull tab contest. This friendly contest is a great way to show children the benefits of recycling and helping others when people “pull” together. Pull tabs are taken to the First Street Recycling Center to be recycled for their salvage value. Revenue generated from the pull tabs benefits the local Ronald McDonald House, a home away from home for families of children being treated at Dayton Children’s Hospital. The LT Ball Intermediate School kitchen staff continues to collect pull tabs but kitchen manager Tammy Green says donations are behind last year’s totals. She will be taking the pull tabs to the Tab-A-PULL-ooza celebration on May 20th and will accept donations until May 19th. Page 3 Quick News
Sculpting And Painting Minions
Tippecanoe High School students enrolled in basic art classes are busy creating minion sculptures and painting them. The students have been working with their peer mentors to create minions in a unique and interesting way. The minions will be on display in the high school library when finished.
Showing Improvement
LT Ball Intermediate hosted a pizza party reward for the most improved student in each pod. Teachers in each pod selected a student who showed the most growth for the month of February in a specific subject. The pizza was generously donated by the Tipp City Optimist Club. Page 4 Quick News
Tippecanoe High School Wellness Night May 8th, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Tippecanoe High School This event is open to parents of students in grades 7-12.
Learn about available mental and emotional health resources.
Learn about drug abuse and prevention. Ohio leads the nation in accidental drug overdoses. Learn about symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder, a sometimes debilitating condition. Learn about teen suicide, the third leading cause of death among adolescents.
Learn about self-injury. A study of 665 youth in the Journal of Pediatrics found 12.7 percent of ninth graders self- injured. See a Hidden in Plain Sight Room that provides parents with clues to determine if a child might be using drugs including alcohol. Learn about the potential dangers of social media. Nearly 30% of teens say they’ve sent nude photos of themselves via text or email, according to a study recently published in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. Another 57 percent report being asked to send naked pictures, according to the study, which surveyed close to one thousand high school students.
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Healthy Lifestyles
Nevin Coppock kindergarten students are learning how to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Boonshoft Museum’s Hop, Wiggle and Roll program shows students how to brighten their day with colorful foods and fun exercise. With direction from Dayton Children’s Hospital, the class helps students learn to make healthy choices for a healthy body. They held “body fat” and “body muscle,” talked about the major food groups, raced to identify good-for-you foods, and exercised. Later in the week, students practiced reading food labels and sampled healthy foods. Thank you Miami County Foundation for funding the museum’s visit to Tipp City Schools.
Announcing Mini Preschool! Presented by the Tippecanoe High School Child Development Class
So that THS students gain hands-on experience with children, they will be holding a mini- preschool for children 2-5 years old. May 16th and 17th 7:45 a.m. to 8:35 a.m. at THS The toddlers will enjoy activities, complete crafts, hear stories, and eat a snack. For more information and to register a child please contact Mrs. Pam Staub at: [email protected]
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Athletics
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Tippecanoe High School senior Nyles Anderson and his family. Nyles signed his letter of intent to continue his academic and football careers at the College of Siskiyous in California. He is pictured with his parents, Amanda and Nathan, and sisters Khloe and Lily.
. Hot Head Burritos Brooke Silcox- Freshman- Softball Brooke has had a tremendous freshman year so far in softball. Student Athletes of the Week She is currently 17th overall in the GWOC in hitting. Brooke is hitting .485 with 33 hits, 2 HR, 6 2B, 4 3B, and 23 RBI’s. This May 8, 2017 past Wednesday, Brooke hit her second home run of the season in the win over Miami East. The Lady Red Devils start tournament play this Tuesday, as they host Meadowdale. Good Luck Tipp!! Clay Barney- Senior- Baseball- GPA: 3.1 Clay is finishing his senior year of baseball on a high note. He is currently hitting .405 with 7 2B, 12 RBI’s, and 7 SB. He just might be the best outfielder in the GWOC, when it comes down to tracking fly balls. Last Tuesday the Red Devils knocked off Butler, which gave Butler their first loss in 3 years!! Clay played a big part in the game going 2-3 with 3 RBI’s. He hit a 2 run single in the bottom of the 6th that tied the game and set up the winning hit for Andrew Kraska.
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A Strong Finish for TMS Athletes Congratulations to the Tippecanoe Middle School girls track and field team for its 3rd place finish in the GWOC North Division
Team Highlights were:
Jaila Fletcher — 1st in the 100 Savanna Dodd —2nd in shot put Mackenzie Dix — 2nd in the 1600
The Tippecanoe Middle school boys track and field team finished 4th in the GWOC North Division. Team Highlights were: Chad Dettwiller — 2nd in shot put Relay team of Isaiah Hoover, Jon Baileys, Nick Shirley, and Tyler Carlson — 1st in the 4 x 200 relay
This week in Tippecanoe High School Sports
Monday 05/08/2017 Opponent Site 4:00 PM H Tennis B V VS Lehman Catholic High School Tippecanoe Middle School, Tennis 5:00 PM H Baseball JV B vs Stebbins Tippecanoe Middle School 5:00 PM A Baseball V at Stebbins Stebbins 5:00 PM A Softball V at Stebbins Stebbins 5:00 PM H Softball JV G vs Stebbins Tippecanoe Middle School
Tuesday 5/9/2017 Opponent Site 9:00 AM A Tennis B V at Troy Sectionals Troy Park 5:00 PM H Softball G V VS Meadowdale Tippecanoe Middle School, Tennis 5:00 PM A Baseball B JV at Waynesville Waynesville
Wednesday 5/10/2017 Opponent Site NOON A Track C V at Troy Troy High School 5:00 PM H Baseball B V vs CJ Tipp 5:00 PM A Baseball B JV at CJ CJ
Thursday 5/11/2017 Opponent Site 4:00 PM H Tennis B V vs Centerville Tipp 5:00 PM A Softball G V at Monroe - Sectional Round 2 Monroe 5:00 PM H Baseball B V vs Urbana/ Shawnee Tipp
Friday 5/12/2017 Opponent Site 5:00 PM A Track C V at Troy Troy High School
Saturday 5/13/2017 Opponent Site 9:00 AM A Tennis B V at Troy Troy Park Page 8 Quick News
Driveway T Update from the Boosters
The Tippecanoe Athletic Boosters would like to give a huge shout-out to the spring athletes for selling 219 driveway T’s...and a big thank you to all who purchased one. That is a LOT of Tippecanoe spirit! The goal is to complete the driveway T painting before June 9th. The boosters group is partnering with the high school Varsity T club on the effort. The Boosters will send another update in Quick News near the end of the school year with a progress update. Thank you for supporting our athletes and Go Tipp!
WHEN: June 12-15, 2017 8:30-11am
WHO: Girls entering grades 3-8 in the fall of 2017
WHERE: Tippecanoe High School Gymnasium
COST: $80
MAKE CHECKS TO: Tipp City Schools (please write Girls Basketball in memo section) * Included in cost of the camp is a t-shirt
CAMP GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: Our objective for camp is to provide a fun, safe, and educational environment for basketball instruction. Campers will have the opportunity to develop their individual skills through a variety of drills and station work, which will focus on basketball fundamentals. Throughout the week we will also focus on team offensive and defensive concepts. Campers will get the chance to show off their skills through a variety of games and contests throughout the week as well. We look forward to helping your child improve their basketball skills!
Camp brochures can be found on the website of assistant coach Mandy Myers http://www.tippcityschools.com/Page/6832
Please contact Head Coach Andy Holderman at 937-974-1695 or [email protected] or Assistant Coach Mandy Myers at [email protected] for more information
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It is not too early to start planning for summer camps! Students up through 8th grade are invited to participate. For more information go to: http://www.tippcityschools.com/Page/3637
Tippecanoe athletics is offering an array of summer camps for students. Check out the brochure and plan the summer.
http://tippecanoeathletics.com/hq/tippecanoe-athletic-hall-of-fame/
Tippecanoe Football
Football Mini-Camp (Non-Contact Camp for 5th-6th-7th-8th graders, 2017)
Mon-Tues-Wed July 17-18-19 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (On the 19th there will be a Varsity 7v7 after if you want to watch)
@ Tippecanoe High School
Practice Field (Behind the High School)
This year there is a $50 fee which includes instruction by the Varsity Football Staff, T-Shirt and Gatorade each camp day. The form is available at http://tippecanoeathletics.com/football Any questions feel free to contact Coach Derge at 207-9590. You may also contact Coach Derge via email at [email protected] Page 10 Quick News
Tipp City Area Arts Council is now accepting submissions for their Student Art Contest. It is is open to students K-12; deadline is Friday, May 12th. Both contests are open to individuals in the Miami County and adjacent communities. Enter now to have the chance to win great prizes and have your art recognized! For more information and entry forms, please visit our website at tippcityartscouncil.com.