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VOLUME TWO • ISSUE ELEVEN NOVEMBER 2012 INSIDE Campus District E. 22nd St. Project Wins CSU's 25th Annual Fall $1.5 million of Funds From NOACA Career Fair–Page 4 By Bobbi Reichtell Backpack Program Let Cedar Children Bring Home Food for Weekend –Page 6 Re-Claiming the Bible for a Non-Religious World–Page 9

Bobbi Reichtell Named New Executive Director for Campus District Inc. By Janet Cannata This is an artist's rendering of what East 22nd Street would look like after the enhancements project is completed. This rendering is looking northbound near Prospect Avenue, with Trinity Cathedral on the right side. Image courtesy of City Architecture.

A major funding milestone was ect, which has a total estimated proj- District, Inc (CDI) and Mayor Frank reached last month towards bringing ect cost of $5.8 million. The City of Jackson’s administration, prioritized new bike lanes, pedestrian improve- Cleveland, as the sponsor of the proj- this location for street improvements ments, landscaping and lighting ect, has committed $485,000 of local because of resident needs and desires to East 22nd Street from Euclid to matching funds. Additional funding by the area’s anchor institutions. Orange avenues. The Northeast Ohio is being sought for the project from “I’m pleased to learn of the Areawide Coordinating Agency (NO- state and federal sources with 2015 as NOACA award of $1.5 million of ACA) Governing Board approved the target year for construction. Transportation Enhancement funds,” $1.5 million for the Campus District’s Councilwoman Phyllis Cleve- Cleveland said. “It demonstrates that East 22nd Street Enhancements Proj- land, Ward 5, working with Campus Continued on Page 2 Campus District in Middle of Political Battleground Before Election By Bronson Peshlakai

Bobbi Reichtell takes over the reins as executive director of Campus District, Inc.

Bobbi Reichtell has been named executive director for the Campus District Inc. (CDI). In this role, Reichtell will lead efforts to work with the area’s anchor institutions, resi- dents and other stakeholders around community engagement, planning, neighborhood branding and physical development of the area. Reichtell, a Cleveland resident, has been an active leader in the community development field in Cleveland for over 25 years. Her experience includes housing reha- bilitation and new construction, President Barak Obama spoke to a crowd estimated to be about 9000 at CSU's Krenzler Field on Oct. 5, where rallygoers creating neighborhood parks and spent more than two hours waiting in the rain for Obama. In the background, the tall letters spelling "Vote Early" were made bike and pedestrian trails, brown- by FastSigns, a Campus District business. Photo by Craig Andersen field remediation and community In the several weeks leading up Kicking off the whirlwind stops held a campaign rally at Krenzler Field organizing at the neighborhood to the Presidential Election on Nov. this Election season in the District -- at Cleveland State University on Oct. 5. level. For the past seven years she 6, the Campus District has played setting the stage for making Northeast An estimated 9,000 people waited served as senior vice president for host to big name politicians, each Ohio a true battleground for Barack in rainy conditions for nearly two Programs at Neighborhood Prog- trying to win more votes for their Obama and Mitt Romney’s quest for hours before Obama took the stage in ress, Inc., in which she managed a presidential candidate. the presidency -- President Obama Continued on Page 10 Continued on Page 2 Page 2 Campus District Observer

Bobbi Reichtell Named New Executive Director for Campus District Inc. Continued from Page 1 Campus $2 million annual grant program that Reichtell is looking forward to County Juvenile Detention Center, will invested in strategic areas around the working on the many initiatives started carry the energy of CSU south of Carn- City of Cleveland. by the Campus District leadership and egie Avenue and create new vitality in District “I am incredibly excited to be former director Rockette Richardson. the neighborhood,” she said. selected as the director of the Campus “There are two projects that A native of Cleveland, Reichtell Observer District,” Reichtell said. “The magnitude are critical to continue the momen- lives in the Detroit-Shoreway neigh- of investment that is occurring in the tum. The upcoming East 22nd Street borhood with her husband Mark Mc- Campus District by Cleveland State Transportation for Livable Communi- Dermott and has two adult children, The mission of the Campus District University, Cuyahoga Community Col- ties Initiative (TLCI ) project will build Peter and Katie McDermott. She is on Observer is to attract, articulate and amplify lege, St. Vincent Charity Hospital, and the connective fiber between CSU, St. the board of the Cuyahoga County civic intelligence and community goodwill in this community and beyond. others speaks volumes about the trans- Vincent Charity Hospital and Tri- Land Bank and Bike Cleveland, a bike Published monthly with a current formative power of anchor institutions C Metro Campus. A complete and advocacy organization. She is a co- circulation of 5,500+ copies, this newspaper in neighborhoods.” green street with bike and pedestrian founder of GardenWalk Cleveland, a is available free of charge and can be found “I am confident that with Bobbi’s amenities can be the start of a Campus free self-guided garden walk of Cleve- at over 75 business locations, restaurants and leadership and experience we will District Greenway to knit the various land neighborhoods held annually. community gathering places throughout the Campus District, including Cleveland State build on the important work that has sectors of the community together, cre- Bobbi can be reached at the Cam- University, Cuyahoga Community College’s already been done to take advantage ate a brand for the District and make pus District office at 216-344-9200. Metropolitan Campus and St. Vincent Char- of our assets and advance our com- the street function better for residents, Janet Cannata is a project ity Medical Center/Sisters of Charity Health mon agenda as the Campus District,” students and employees. manager/writer in marketing System, as well as on our website at www. said Dr. Michael Schoop, board chair, “The other critical project, the communications at Cuyahoga campusdistrictobserver.com. The views and opinions expressed in Campus District Inc. redevelopment of the former Cuyahoga Community College. this publication do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the publisher and staff. The Campus District Observer reserves the right to review and approve all advertis- ing content, in accordance with editorial and community standards. Copyright 2012 @ The Campus District Observer, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reproduction is forbid- den without express written permission. This artist's rendering of the Become an Observer! East 22nd Street Enhancement The Campus District Observer is Project shows a view from the looking for people to get involved in the southeast corner of E. 22nd newspaper and the neighborhood. We seek Street and Community College volunteer writers, photographers, designers and illustrators to help with production of the Avenue. This concept photo newspaper. It does not matter if you are a pro- anticipates a new building fessional or amateur, our editorial staff will be built on the corner, which is glad to help you through the process. Register not what is there today. Image online at our website to submit stories, press courtesy of City Architecture. releases, letters to the editor and photos.

Upcoming Publication Campus District E. 22nd St. Project Wins $1.5 million of Funds From NOACA Submission Date Deadlines Continued from Page 1 Wednesday, Nov. 21 Wednesday, Dec. 5 the community’s input into the process half billion dollars by Cuyahoga velopment Plan, which was prepared gave this project higher priority and Community College’s Metro Campus, with the help of a $75,000 NOACA For advertising information, call their voices were heard loud and clear.” Cleveland State University, and the St. TLCI planning award. The project (216) 344 – 9200 or email us at Community residents of the Vincent Charity Medical Center. The will expand transportation choices for [email protected].. nearby Cedar Estates have consistently project is expected to spark further everyone who uses East 22nd Street, expressed interest in making neigh- investment along East 22nd Street, and that is an important step toward The Campus District Observer is borhood streets more conducive for including the now-vacant former revitalizing downtown Cleveland.” powered by: Ninth Estate Software biking and walking. It was first identi- Juvenile Court Building. Jacob VanSicle, executive director fied through the 2010 Collaborative NOACA, which is the five- of Bike Cleveland, the region’s bike ad- Publisher Campus planning process spear-head- county regional transportation vocacy organization said “We are ex- Campus District, Inc. ed by Cuyahoga Community College planning and funding organization, cited to see funding being provided for Bobbi Reichtell, Executive Director Metropolitan Campus, then next in has been working on creating more the transformation of E. 22nd Street Editor the Promise neighborhood planning desirable conditions for walking into a multi-modal boulevard that will Bronson Peshlakai lead by Sisters of Charity Foundation, and biking through its TLCI work safely accommodate people on bikes Associate Editor and importantly through the 2011 and is developing a countywide bike between CSU and Tri-C. As more Nichelle McCall Transportation for Livable Communi- plan to be unveiled in 2013. people are turning to active forms of Intern ties Initiative (TLCI) study. “NOACA is pleased to contribute transportation like biking, it is es- Donna Dieball From the TLCI Study, also funded $1.5 million in transportation en- sential that we continue to re-imagine by NOACA, the planning consultant hancement funding to the East 22nd our streets as places that make riding A Program of Campus District, Inc. City Architecture did preliminary Street Enhancement Project in Cleve- a bike stress-free. Repurposing road Campus District Observer designs for the project which can be land’s Campus District,” said Grace space for bikes is essential in creating Community Advisory Board: found at http://www.noaca.org/presen- Gallucci, the new executive director an active vibrant neighborhood.” Ann Bell, Bernard Doyle, Delores Gray, tations/e22campusplan.pdf. of NOACA. “This funding will imple- Bobbi Reichtell is the new executive Jack Hagan, , Cortney Kilbury, Joan Mazzolini, This transportation enhancement ment recommendations from the director of Campus District, Inc. She Shirley Mette, April Miller, Daryl Rowland project will build on the recent and East 22nd Street Corridor/Campus can be reached at 216-344-9200, or by and Fred Seals past investments of more than a District Transportation and Rede- email at [email protected]. Webmaster: Jim DeVito Graphic Design: Steve Thomas

Photography: Dan Morgan, Calling All Writers Bronson Peshlakai, Lauren Wilk Contributing Writers: Rachel Baker, & Reporters Chris Brogan, Marcella Brown, Katherin Bulava, Janet Cannata, We Want Your Story! Write or Jocelynn Clemings, Fred Dolan, report for the Campus District Pleurat Dresha, Danyll Jones-Lockhart, Observer. For more details Cortney Kilbury, Joan Mazzolini, Erika Meschkat, Daryl Rowland, Dan Morgan, contact us at Joe Mosbrook, Cathy Poilpre, Bobbi Reichtell, [email protected] Lauren Wilk, April Miller, Bronson Peshlakai Join the Discussion at campusdistrictobserver.com Page 3

PACF Honors Mayor St. Vincent Charity Celebrates Wellness Jackson as 2012 with Employees and Community Black Professional By Lauren Wilk of the Year By Marcella Brown

To purchase tickets visit www.BPACF. org or call 216-229-7110.

The Black Professionals Association Charitable Foundation (BPACF) will honor Cleveland Mayor Frank G. Jackson with the Black Professional of the Year award on Saturday, Nov. 10, at its 32nd Anniversary Scholarship & Award Gala. (top-left) A pumpkin decorated by one of the children at the health fair. (top-right) SVCMC caregivers listening to a vendor presenta- The Scholarship and Award Gala, tion. (bottom-left) Caregivers and community members visiting vendors in the St. Vincent de Paul room at SVCMC. (bottom-right) themed this year “Sustainability: Edu- Volunteers and children participating in the jump rope contest. Photos provided by Lauren Wilk. cation, Economy, Environment and In- clusion,” is designed to raise funds for St. Vincent Charity Medical Center Vendors conducted more than 160 health said Leslie Andrews, RN, Director of scholarships and grants to support first and Building Healthy Communities screenings, including blood pressure, the Diabetes Education Program and generation college students of color. hosted the “Celebration of Wellness” glucose screenings, foot screenings, sickle chair of the event. Every year, BPACF honors a new on October 10. This first annual event cell testing and body fat analysis. Guests In addition to health information, leader with the Black Professional of the was an expansion of the Medical Cen- were also invited to enjoy taste testing and the Celebration featured many family Year award. Mayor Frank G. Jackson was ter’s annual employee health fair to also healthy cooking demonstrations. friendly activities. The back lawn of the chosen to receive this notable award in include the Central community. “The mission of St. Vincent medical center’s campus was host to the a unanimous decision by the board of Despite some windy weather, the Charity Medical Center is to care for Walk for Wellness, pumpkin decorating, directors of BPACF for his exceptional health fair had a great turnout, providing the community, and the Celebration raffle drawings and children’s contests. important health information, vaccina- of Wellness was a way for us to raise Lauren Wilk is the Marketing and service to Cleveland, and for his unwav- tions and screenings to more than 300 awareness about healthy eating and Volunteer Coordinator at St. Vincent ering commitment to ensuring quality caregivers and community members. active living in a fun celebration,” Charity Medical Center. education in Cleveland public schools. This year’s Scholarship and Awards Gala will be hosted by Honorary Chair- persons Carole F. Hoover, president Local Resident Honored for Volunteer Work in the Neighborhood & CEO, Hoover Milstein; Thomas By Joan Mazzolini F. Zenty, CEO, University Hospitals Health System; and General Chairman Dominic Ozanne, president & CEO, Jerome Baker, founder of Men of Solutions to a nonprofit community Baker was honored for his work as a Ozanne Construction Company. Central and a Promise Ambassador, was organization for outstanding service. founder of Men of Central, which since The BPACF anticipates much suc- awarded a Most Treasured Volunteer award The Summer of Hope 2011 program 2006 has helped African-American men by the Center for Community Solutions. was created in response to a lack of youth in the Central neighborhood mentor cess with this year’s Scholarship and Baker was one of five area employment dollars. Rather than simply boys between 8 and 14 years of age from Awards Gala and hopes to reach a fund- residents who received Most Treasured ending summer opportunities based on the community. raising goal of $200,000 to help continue Volunteer awards at the Community the economy, Esperanza decided to have “As men we recognized the its mission that is, to create opportunities Solutions annual Celebration of youth design a new program. The teens importance of positive male role models for African-American students. Human Services event on Oct. 19 at voted overwhelmingly to devote their in the lives of youth and the need to The Black Professional Association The City Club of Cleveland. summer to volunteering. participate in their lives spiritually, Charitable Foundation is a nonprofit “As we considered nominations for As a result, 40 high school students socially, educationally and recreationally,” organization aimed at preparing and this year’s award, we were so impressed by volunteered up to 30 hours each week Baker said. “Our goal is to bridge the gap developing African-American leaders the many volunteer activities taking place for eight weeks at eight community of understanding, misunderstanding, in the Greater Cleveland business com- in our community,” said Anne Pombier, organizations. After each day of service, the support and friendship with the munity through scholarship, education vice chair of Community Solutions’ Board participants reflected on their experiences youth, and to assist them in becoming and leadership development. of Directors. “Daily, we hear about our through a self-created, thematic blog. productive citizens of the community.” region’s problems; today we honor and The new president and CEO of the Last year he helped create Women For more information about thank people who are creating solutions United Way of Greater Cleveland, Bill of Central to provide the girls in Central BPACF, to purchase tickets, download a by giving of their time, talent and treasure Kitson, was the keynote speaker, and he with mentors as well. guest list, sponsorship form, Ad forms, — by giving of themselves.” told the 150 who attended the celebration Baker is also a Cleveland Central or parking information, visit BPACF at Esperanza, Inc., received the $20,000 that his organization would work to Promise Ambassador, one of 30 who www.bpacf.org/, or call 216-229-7110. Anisfield-Wolf Memorial Award at the “inspire and give confidence and courage have stepped forward to be leaders and Marcella Brown is executive event for its Summer of Hope 2011 and new to others in the community” who also emissaries in the neighborhood. This director of a small foundation that youth service learning program. The award want to make a difference the way the collaborative initiative is working provides scholarships to local African- is given by The Center For Community honored volunteers have. Continued on Page 4 American students.

Calling All Writers & Reporters We Want Your Story! Write or report for the Campus District Observer. For more details contact us at [email protected] Page 4 Campus District Observer Tri-C Holds Grand Opening CSU's 25th Annual Fall Career Fair of Advanced Technology By Joe Mosbrook

Training Center Cleveland State University’s tals, social services agencies and "More than 120 By Chris Brogan Career Services Center sponsored more. Admission to the Fair was employers attended its 25th Annual Fall Career Fair on free and all majors and professions Oct. 26, in the University’s Physical were welcomed. Please bring a the fair with career Education Center (Woodling Gym- supply of resumes. Business attire opportunities from nasium), located at 2451 Euclid is strongly recommended. To see Avenue. The Career Fair offered the list of employers who attended, top corporations, all college students, recent college visit www.csucareerfair.com.. For small businesses, graduates and current profession- more information, please visit the government als the opportunity to meet with Cleveland State University Career representatives from a variety of Services Center web site at www. agencies, school fields. More than 120 employers csuohio.edu/offices/career or call systems, hospitals, attended the fair with career op- Career Services at (216) 687-2233. social services portunities from top corporations, Joe Mosbrook is director small businesses, government of strategic communications at agencies and more." agencies, school systems, hospi- Cleveland State University. The Advanced Technology Training Center at the Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus opened to students this fall. Photo courtesy of Tri-C. Local Resident Honored for Volunteer Work in the Neighborhood Continued from Page 3 Cuyahoga Community College hosted the grand opening celebration of the College’s Advanced Tech- with residents, providers and others of Cleveland, which is leading the Smachlo, a volunteer at The Free nology Training Center (ATTC) on Oct. 24. The to ensure the children are ready for Promise initiative in Central. Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland. event showcased how Tri-C links education to the kindergarten, go to good schools, and The other volunteers honored The Center for Community latest technology. have strong systems of family and were Elaine Kukawaka, a volunteer Solutions was founded in 1913, The 50,000-square-foot Advanced Technology community support to help ensure with University Settlement; Audrey and provides data, analysis and Training Center offers the latest state-of-the-art the children graduate from high Kursman, who volunteers at recommendations regarding technology and curriculum in: Robotics, Informa- school and go on to college or other Menorah Park Center for Senior legislation and public policy. tion Technology, Cisco Academy Support Center, training and eventually a career. Living; Sue Mastrodonato, a Joan Mazzolini is Baker was nominated for the award volunteer with the Hospice of the communications director at the Advanced Metals Joining and Nondestructive by the Sisters of Charity Foundation Western Reserve; and Dr. Kathy Sisters of Charity Foundation. Testing, Construction Engineering Technology, Preconstruction and Alternative Energy and more. The ATTC features high-bay labs, multi-purpose training areas and an energy-efficient and naturally lighted environment for learning. Groundbreaking Civic Commons took place in March 2011, and construction was completed in August 2012. Seek Student, The ATTC, combined with the College’s Unified Technologies Center, is the largest technology train- ing complex in Ohio. The ATTC provides students Faculty Input with education, hands-on training and employment By Daryl Rowland preparation skills for well-paying jobs. Many of the programs offered take just 10 to 18 weeks to com- plete, providing employers with a constant feeder Are you in the know about help the neighborhood thrive and system of job-ready candidates for the in-demand what’s going on at CSU? Are you engage its diverse population. For high-tech industry. always a little ahead of the crowd? those with an ambition to foster Chris Brogan is a project manager/writer in the The Civic Commons is looking change, the site has built-in tools Tri-C Corporate College marketing department. for CSU students and faculty to to implement online voting and represent the campus on their to create petitions. The architec- website. Whether it’s big topics ture of the site is designed to help "The Civic like politics or smaller issues like individual citizens go from talking local construction, the site offers an about an issue with the commu- Commons is an opportunity to talk about the issues nity to organizing supporters and that are important to you. If you or ultimately taking action. The site online site that Calling All Writers someone you know is interested in has recently developed a widget provides a place starting online conversations about so that community conversation what’s going on around campus, streams can be viewed across vari- for citizens to & Reporters the local start-up would like to hear ous sites, from individual blogs to from you. The Civic Commons is national media outlets. In fact, the interact with an online site that provides a place Civic Commons is working with for citizens to interact with one an- The Campus District Observer to one another." We Want Your Story! other, along with government offi- explore providing a place for com- cials and business leaders, to make munity conversations right on the Daryl Rowland is the market- Write or report for the Campus District Observer. For more details their communities better. Because paper’s website. If you are interest- ing manager for the Civic Com- contact us at [email protected] the Civic Commons office is in the ed in contributing your knowledge mons. The Civic Commons is an Trinity Commons building right in and leadership, please contact the online pub where citizens meet, the Campus District, the organiza- Civic Commons at darylrowland@ share ideas and forge plans to ad- tion is eager to provide services to theciviccommons.com. dress community issues.

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Cleveland Public Library The Literacy Cooperative’s Pilot Introduces Library Card STEP Tutoring Program Makes an Honoring Life of Harvey Impact on Student Performance Pekar - First in 'Cleveland By Katherine Bulava Landmark' Series By Cathy Poilpre

Harvey Pekar. Image courtesy Wikipedia.

Cleveland Public Library is Mr. Pekar visiting the Main Library, pleased to introduce a new library which it has featured on the new Pekar card for Cleveland area residents library card. The Pekar card is the first commemorating the life of Cleveland in a forthcoming series of library cards author and personality Harvey Pekar. showcasing landmarks of Cleveland. Local Resident Honored for Volunteer Work in the Neighborhood The new library card, available since For more information and to pre- Continued from Page 3 mid-October, is offered at CPL’s main view the new card, visit cpl.org. library and all branches. Cathy Poilpre handles market- “Harvey Pekar was one of a kind,” ing and communications for Cleve- said Felton Thomas, director of CPL. land Public Library, the place for all “He brought Cleveland to life through Clevelanders to dream, create and his work and was a loyal patron of CPL. grow. CPL serves four million pa- 2012 STEP program results. It’s our pleasure to offer this card to our trons annually at 28 branches across patrons in his honor.” the city, lending more than 6.5 mil- To help address the learning gap The goal of STEP’s bi-weekly, 30 A native Clevelander, Mr. Pekar lion from a collection of more than for students in first grade, The Literacy minute per session pullout tutoring is to gained fame for his autobiographi- 10 million items. CPL library ser- Cooperative pulled together a group improve outcomes by helping students cal comic series American Splendor, vices are also available at the Public of community literacy partners and acquire the skills necessary for reading which later became a major motion Administration Library in City Hall, developed STEP (Supporting Teachers success. The STEP initiative at Marion picture with the same title. He was also “The People’s University on Wheels” Engaging Pupils). The tutoring pro- Sterling School in Cleveland focuses a frequent guest on David Letterman’s Bookmobile, Ohio Library for the gram was designed specifically to help on first graders who are below grade late night show and a respected Jazz Blind and Physically Disabled, and underperforming children and prevent level; research shows that children who critic. One of Pekar’s notable works was the On the Road to Reading literacy reading failure through one-on-one, are not reading proficiently by third Harvey Pekar’s Cleveland, featuring il- van. CPL is the home for the Ohio structured tutoring sessions that coor- grade are four times more likely to leave lustrations by Joseph Remnant. CPL re- Center for the Book, CLEVNET dinate with the classroom curriculum. school without a diploma than profi- cently acquired one of Remnant’s iconic library cooperation, and KnowIt- Results from the 2011-2012 school year cient readers and a new Ohio law (Third illustrations from the book that depicts Now24x7 virtual reference service. show that STEP is making an impact. Continued on Page 11

Students Envision Their Future through Historically Black Colleges and Universities College Tours By Danyll Jones-Lockhart

For the past 26 years, The Urban it takes to succeed. Students receive League of Greater Cleveland has been reinforcement that their future is within instrumental in developing relation- arms’ reach - they simply just have to ships with Historically Black Colleges reach for it. Students start the tours and Universities across the nation. undecided. Yet once they complete the These tours are unique because they experience, they return feeling more spotlight three high-impact focus focused and determined. areas. The tours expose high school Ultimately, the HBCU Tours provide students to a variety of institutions. students with an experience that will They visit small, large, public and help them to create a post-secondary private institutions. They walk the education plan that is achievable and campuses and get a very clear sense therefore has a higher potential for be- of what it would be like transitioning ing successfully completed. Successful from class to class and how different completion is not only marked by a stu- a college schedule is from high school. dent going to college but also by remain- Participating students are engaged ing in school until graduation. Achieving in challenging educational activities a college education sets the students on that range from games on the bus, a solid foundation that further prepares actual class work at the colleges and/or them to compete in a global economy museums and cultural activities in the and thus contribute to the well-being of surrounding community. An average themselves, their family, the community student begins to see what it takes to and eventually the world. pursue a college-level education. At all If you are interested in participating, times the students are encouraged to try contact The Urban League of Greater new things and explore their potential. Cleveland, at 216-622-0999 Ext. 219. Students also have multiple opportuni- Danyll Jones-Lockhart is the as- ties to have conversations with current sociate director of education & youth students, gaining valuable first-hand development at the Urban League of information on college life and what Greater Cleveland. Page 6 Campus District Observer

YWCA Greater Cleveland Strengthens GED Services for Women Through Agreement with Old Stone Education Center By Rachel Baker

Cleveland women striving to attain their Ohio High School Equivalence Di- “We are very ploma (GED) are gaining more opportu- nities thanks to an agreement developed excited for between YWCA Greater Cleveland and the Old Stone Education Center. The two the future of organizations have joined forces toward a common goal: the education and ad- these services Backpack Program Let Children vancement of women. “Ultimately, this arrangement elevates the quality of services by and for the Bring Food Home for Weekend providing an environment that will By Cortney Kilbury assist students in overcoming barriers success stories and accomplishing their educational and life goals,” says Margaret Mitchell, to come.” Children living at Cedar Estate will are filled with nutritious foods to be President and CEO of YWCA Greater — Margaret Mitchell, be provided with weekend meals, thanks taken home by each child. Cleveland. “We are very excited for the to Malfert Shaw, a resident of Cedar. Each week, Cleveland Foodbank President and CEO of future of these services and for the suc- He secured a grant through the volunteers pack six child-friendly meals YWCA Greater Cleveland cess stories to come.” Cleveland Foodbank to begin providing to be delivered to its partner sites. Last academic year, the Old Stone weekend meals for Cedar area children. The backpacks may include a variety Education Center (OSEC) assisted 30 most critical components to success. Children participating in the program of items such as cereal, a source of pro- Recipients of a GED earn 13% more are given food-filled backpacks to take tein such as tuna, peanut butter crackers women in achieving their GED – mak- than those who are unable to complete home each weekend. or yogurt snacks, or beef stew, canned ing it the program’s most successful Throughout the school year, the vegetables and fruit, soup, pasta and year and one of the most successful high school. Without a GED, adults are Cleveland Foodbank partners with sauce, and juice boxes. GED locations in Cuyahoga County. unable to qualify for federal funding local school and afterschool programs The backpacks are also used to Key staff from the Old Stone Education to attend college, face limited employ- to provide children with food to take share nutrition education with the Center will join the YWCA to provide ment options and struggle to find home over the weekend. At the begin- children’s families to reinforce healthy a GED component as a service of the financial stability. Obtaining a GED can ning of the year, all children receive eating habits and lifestyles at home. YWCA. The program conducted by make the difference for those striving a new backpack with a can opener so Cortney Kilbury is marketing manag- the Old Stone Education Center will to create a better life. they can participate in the program, er at the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing become part of the YWCA and has Mothers of young children face which is discreetly operated with Authority. She is responsible for planning relocated to the YWCA facilities at East additional barriers to completing respect for the families’ confidentiality. and executive marketing initiatives to 40th and Prospect Avenue. their education. A lack of affordable, At the end of each week, the backpacks build positive awareness for CMHA. Although both agencies have inde- convenient child care can determine pendently offered GED services, the whether a parent finishes school. Con- agreement between the YWCA and veniently located between downtown Old Stone Education Center combines and University Circle, the YWCA Early the agencies’ resources, thereby elimi- Learning Center provides high-quality nating duplication and strengthening early education to children of families the GED opportunities available to living and working in greater Cleve- young women in greater Cleveland. land. The services of the Early Learning For months, the leaders of the YWCA Center are available on site to GED and the OSEC worked tirelessly to participants with children ages six ensure that this arrangement would weeks to five years old. Knowing their be in place by the start of classes on children are receiving affordable, qual- August 20th to avoid disruption in the ity care and education provides parents students’ progress. Autumn enroll- with the peace of mind to pursue their ment is at capacity with 30 students. educational goals. “As one organization we increase For more information regarding the our efficiency and effectiveness,” says YWCA NIA program or GED services, Traci Felder, former Executive Direc- contact Teresa Sanders, YWCA Vice tor of the Old Stone Education Center President of Programs, at 216-881- and new Vice President of Grants and 6878 or [email protected]. Partnerships at the YWCA. “Combin- Additional information about YWCA ing our efforts allows us to impact the Greater Cleveland is available at yw- lives and educational prospects of more caofcleveland.org. women than we could have reached as About YWCA Greater Cleveland individual organizations.” Nurturing Independence and Aspira- The GED services will become part tions (NIA) is a program of YWCA of YWCA Greater Cleveland’s NIA pro- Greater Cleveland. YWCA Greater gram. NIA – which stands for Nurtur- Cleveland is a unique and vital com- ing Independence and Aspirations – is munity resource in Northeast Ohio a comprehensive system of care that committed to eliminating racism and supports transition-age youth into self- empowering women. Established in sufficiency. It provides services, support 1868, it is one of the oldest continuously and inspiration to young adults, many of operating nonprofit organizations in whom were formerly in foster care. Un- Cleveland. The YWCA provides transfor- der the guidance of a Life Coach, NIA mative services in three focus areas: early participants pursue educational oppor- childhood education, youth services, and tunities, focus on career development, leadership and inclusion initiatives. For learn the importance of health care, and more information call 216-881-6878 or develop life and parenting skills. visit ywcaofcleveland.org. Together, these skills create a strong Rachel Baker is the Marketing & foundation on the path to indepen- Communications Coordinator for the dence – and education is one of the YWCA Greater Cleveland. Join the Discussion at campusdistrictobserver.com Page 7

Innovative Funding Plan Historic Juvenile Building Puts Second Innerbelt Stands Vacant; What Bridge Back On-Track Do You Think Should Be By Jocelynn Clemings Done With Building?

(left) Under the innovative P3 funding plan, Clevelanders could have both new Innerbelt Bridges carrying traffic as soon as late 2016.

In August, Governor John R. completion of the new westbound $1.6 billion budget hole that forced Kasich announced that a first-of-its- bridge – which is under construction the department to push back by kind financing option will eliminate now. Clevelanders could have both decades some of the state’s largest construction delays for the second In- new Innerbelt Bridges carrying traffic construction projects, including the nerbelt Bridge project, despite the as soon as late 2016. second Innerbelt Bridge. Since then, Ohio Department of Transportation’s The announcement was made the agency has initiated a complete (ODOT) $1.6 billion budget gap. possible after Ohio became the 30th review of all current and future ODOT will use a public private state in the nation to enact legislation transportation projects to identify partnership option – or P3 – that will permitting ODOT to pursue public those that could be excellent candi- allow contractors to finance more private partnerships. This is the first dates for public private partnerships, than $300 million needed to design time ODOT will pursue a P3 in Ohio. and has sought to identify additional and construct the second major Earlier this year, ODOT launched sources of revenue to aid in the fund- phase of the Innerbelt Bridge project the Division of Innovative Delivery ing of major transportation projects The historic Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court in downtown Cleveland. ODOT will to explore partnerships to expedite throughout the state. House, one of the first courthouses in the country then pay the contractor back with the construction of some of the state’s For the latest on Innerbelt con- dedicated to juvenile justice issues, lies vacant, payments over a fixed period of time. largest construction projects, like the struction, motorists are encouraged to with boards covering the ground floor windows. “This is going to give a lot of Innerbelt Bridge. log-on to www.Innerbelt.org. Visitors Situated on an important artery, East 22nd Street prosperity to Cleveland,” said Ka- The division is also explor- to the site may sign-up to receive proj- near Central Avenue, the courthouse and its at- sich. “Cleveland is on the move. It is ing options to unlock the revenue ect related e-mails, view Construction tached, and also vacant detention center, were a fixture in the Campus District. rebuilding. We have to move people potential of the Ohio Turnpike and Connection, the official newsletter of After Cuyahoga County built a new juvenile and things. If we think outside the box non-interstate rest areas, in addi- the Innerbelt project, or find links to court house and detention center complex in Cleve- and have the courage to change, which tion to developing a program to both Facebook and Twitter. land’s Fairfax Neighborhood, near the Cleveland Clinc, is important for Ohio, we can continue generate millions of dollars for the For questions or concerns, call the old juvenile court house that cost millions in to do very well.” sponsorship and naming rights of the Innerbelt hotline at 216.344.0069 upkeep stands on the edge of Downtown Cleveland. The funding plan will allow certain state-owned assets such as (855.803.5280 toll-free) or e-mail the We pose the question to you, what do you think demolition of the existing bridge and bridges, interchanges and sections team at [email protected]. should be done with this building? construction of the new eastbound of highway. Jocelynn Clemings is a member TO JOIN A DIALOGUE on The Civic Commons: bridge to begin immediately after In January, ODOT announced a of ODOT’s communications team. VISIT http://tinyurl.com/8dcy83x . Money Management 101: Establish a Budget to Help Get Ahead By Fred Dolan

Are your finances a mess? Do you for groceries, entertainment, clothing, know whether or not you are earning restaurants, and any other expenses that enough to cover your bills? If you don’t could be cut or reduced. know the answers, you need a budget. If you don’t know where the balance Setting up a budget can be scary be- is going once you do the subtraction, cause it forces you to look at the reality you should keep a log of every penny of your situation and often times you you spend for a month. That will open must make hard decisions. The good your eyes to areas where you could news is that once you are tuned in to cut expenses. These are also the areas budgeting, it will be almost impossible where before you spend any money, to revert back to the old you. you can question whether or not you The first step in budgeting is to really need to spend the money for figure out how much money is coming these nonessentials. in. Add up all sources of money you re- Planning for the future is also ceive for the entire year. For example, if important with a budget. If you know you are paid twice a month, multiply a that your car insurance bill comes twice typical check by 24 for your annual sal- a year, start saving for it so the money ary. Knowing this annual figure is im- will be there when the bill arrives. If portant because your annual expenses the bill is $480, then you need to save should be lower than this figure. $80 each month for the six months to The next step is to add up all of your make sure the $480 is there when the expenses. Start with the expenses that bill comes. This same savings concept are fixed, like rent or house payment, car should be used for property taxes and payments, credit cards, utilities (includ- local, state and federal taxes. ing telephone and cable TV), car and The best way to save money is to life insurance premiums, taxes, personal open an account where you won’t get loans and any other regular payments. charged a fee, like at Ohio’s First Class When you subtract all of these from Credit Union, establish a direct deposit your annual salary, the amount that’s or payroll deduction, and let the money left is what you get to live on for the year Continued on Page 10 Page 8 Campus District Observer

Artists Collaborate; Tower Press Group Forms Inside Campus District By Dan Morgan

(top) Tower Press, using Instagram filters. (bottom-left) Jason Milburn, a new artist at Tower Press, was recently included in a show at the Busta Gallery. (bottom-middle) Deb Lawrence in her new studio in Tower Press. (bottom-right) Photographer Eric Rippert is working on a mural project for Land Studio. Photos by Dan Morgan

The addition of six new artist of my career painting by myself; increased exposure in a venue that Tower Press Group is available studios (and counting) in Tower Press this group has all kinds of ideas has given my work exposure to a very at www.TowerPressGroup.com. has spurred the artists in the building and resources that we share in the large audience on Third Fridays”. Dan Morgan is a photographer to form a new alliance to increase meetings,” says Lawrence. “The Tower Press Artists and owner of Straight Shooter awareness. The Tower Press Group is There is a wide range of artist Collective” opens the “Third Friday” of Photography. Morgan’s office and planning branding and marketing as studios in Tower Press. Eric Rippert November, the 16th, with a reception studio are in the Campus District’s well as a few exciting upcoming events. and myself, Dan Morgan, are a from 5 to 9 p.m. The Greenwald Tower Press Building on Superior The Tower Press Building at E. few of those mid-career Ohio Gallery will also host a closing Avenue. He is a regular contributer 18th Street and Superior Avenue Boomerangs returning to Northeast reception Dec. 21, at 5 to 9 p.m., the to the Campus District Observer. broke new ground downtown during Ohio after several years in New York “Third Friday” of December. Find out more about him at www. the Mayor White administration. City. Rippert has a new commission Much more information about AboutDanMorgan.com. Artists’ live/work spaces were illegal with Land Studio. until city council changed the zoning “Most of the photography I laws, allowing Tower Press Ltd. and have done in my career has been on other developers to make these types location, outside a studio setting. of affordable studios available to local Having a studio downtown has artists downtown. opened my mind to many new A number of other factors have shooting options. The collaboration led to the formation of the Tower of artists in this new group has been Press Group. Tower Press is home a pleasant surprise for me,” Rippert to several valuable artist resources says. including Artefino Cafe and a large Jason K. Milburn, a much gallery space. younger artist, grew up in rural CPAC, Community Partnership Ohio, inspired by the landscape for Arts and Culture, helps artists of farms, farmers and the Amish. find their way through the maze Jason’s girlfriend Alli Ruuska has of artist grant opportunities in been instrumental in assisting the Northeast Ohio. RED DOT Project Tower Press Group with marketing puts the work of Northeast Ohio and printed materials. Jason was artists together with clients who discovered by William Busta at an want to enliven their work and employee group show at Cleveland home environments. Tower Press is Museum of Art, where Milburn even home to Noteworthy, a credit works part time. Jason was then union that caters to artists’ specific invited to show his work at the financial needs. prestigious Busta Gallery, also inside New artists who have recently the Campus District. opened studios inside Tower Press Tower Press Group is hosting include Deb Lawrence, Jason K. “The Holiday Art Sale” on Dec. 1, at Milburn, Eric Rippert, JenMarie Tower Press. Over 10 artist studios Zeleznak and Lainard Bush. A listing will be open, and the halls of the of artists and creative studios is on the building will be decorated with web at www.TowerPressGroup.com. holiday lighting. The group is also This list is continually being updated. promoting an art show at West 78th Deb Lawrence has been hosting Street Studios. Michael Greenwald, the meetings in her studio at Tower also a member of Tower Press Group, Press, conveniently located right has a studio there. Greenwald says, next to Artefino Cafe. “I spent most “I wanted to give Tower Press Group Join the Discussion at campusdistrictobserver.com Page 9

Trinity Cathedral Kicks Off The Promise of Advent: Year-Long Bible Challenge Imagination and Voice Rebirthed in You By April Miller By April Miller

Saturday, Dec. 1 10 a.m. - 3 lutely passionate about helping individu- p.m. $30, includes lunch (216-774-0418 als and organizations to realize their or [email protected]) full human potential and impact in the A retreat with Robert V. Taylor, world—and has invested a lifetime in author of A New Way to Be Human and doing just that. Visit his website, www. Huffington Post blogger. The Song of robertvtaylor.com, to learn more. Mary and the Christ Child in her womb About Trinity Cathedral: Trin- In honor of the Very Rev. Tracey will be tools for exploring the invita- ity Cathedral, the Episcopal Church in Lind’s (Dean of Trinity Cathedral) "As a priest, he tion to claim and cultivate your voice, downtown Cleveland, invites partici- silver anniversary of ordination, has found that story and imagination giving birth to the pation from people of all faiths, races, she has decided to re-read the new human in you. The day will include nationalities and walks of life. For more Bible cover to cover in 365 days. To reading the three presentations by Robert, reflection information on Trinity Cathedral and encourage members and friends of exercises and mediation time. Please its programs, please call 216-771-3630 Trinity Cathedral to join her in this Bible every day bring something to write your reflec- or visit www.trinitycleveland.org. Trin- one-year pilgrimage through Holy has had a major tions on. ity Cathedral is located at 2230 Euclid Scripture, Trinity has launched the Taylor is a nationally recognized Avenue in downtown Cleveland. Bible Challenge. impact on his leader, author and sought-after speaker April Miller is communications The Bible Challenge is open to and media commentator. He is abso- manager at Trinity Cathedral. all: friends, neighbors, coworkers – life, family & whether or not they attend Trinity. Even those not in the Cleveland area his relationship may subscribe online (http://trinity- with God." cleveland.org/biblechallenge/) and Re-Claiming participate remotely. lenge participants will find the daily The Bible Challenge originated reading schedule, a list of recom- with the Rev. Marek P. Zabriskie, mended Bible translations, a link to the Bible for a Rector of St. Thomas’ Episcopal audio Bibles, recommended reading Church in Fort Washington, Penn- list and more. Throughout the Bible Non-Religious sylvania. As founder and executive Challenge, the Very Rev. Tracey director of The Bible Challenge and Lind will host a check-in and reflec- The Center for Biblical Studies, he tion meeting once a month as part World says that as a priest he has found of the Cathedral’s Wednesday eve- By April Miller that reading the Bible every day has ning programming. Upcoming Bible Bishop Spong visits Trinity Cathedral on Nov. 17. had a major impact on his life, fam- Challenge check-ins are planned for: ily, his relationship with God and Nov. 28, Dec. 12 and Jan. 16; all take On Saturday, Nov. 17 at Trinity Ca- In 2010, his portrait was commissioned to his outlook on life. The Center for place at 7:30 p.m. More information thedral, Bishop John Shelby Spong, retired hang in the Hall of Honor at the Martin Biblical Studies was created to intro- on the Trinity Bible Challenge is Episcopal bishop and pioneer of progres- Luther King Jr. International Chapel at duce The Bible Challenge to people available at http://trinitycleveland. sive Christianity, leads an event based on Morehouse College in Atlanta with other around the world. org/biblechallenge/. his most recent book, Re-Claiming the Bible civil rights movement leaders for his work Trinity’s Bible Challenge kicked off About Trinity Cathedral: Trin- for a Non-Religious World. The day includes as a champion of justice. Monday, Oct. 8 during Simchat Torah, ity Cathedral, the Episcopal a lecture, Q&A and book signing. Spiritual- Call 216-774-0418, or email acle- the Jewish holiday that marks the Church in downtown Cleveland, ity Conference Group is a cosponsor of this [email protected] for more information. completion of the annual cycle of To- invites participation from people event, which costs $35. April Miller is communications man- rah readings. On this day, Jews around of all faiths, races, nationali- The claim that the Bible is the “Word ager at Trinity Cathedral. The Cathe- the world finish reading the last verse ties and walks of life. For more of God” in any literal sense violates dral, the Episcopal Church in downtown in Deuteronomy and start reading information on Trinity Cathedral every rational faculty that human beings Cleveland, invites participation from anew the first chapter of Genesis, thus and its programs, please call 216- possess, says Spong. He is the author of people of all faiths, races, nationalities reminding themselves that the Torah 771-3630 or visit www.trinityc- over 20 books that have sold more than and walks of life. For more information is an endless circle of God’s word and leveland.org. Trinity Cathedral is a million copies. He was an Episcopal on Trinity Cathedral and its programs, wisdom. The Bible Challenge will located at 2230 Euclid Avenue in bishop for more than 24 years. During please call 216-771-3630 or visit www. continue through October 2013 and downtown Cleveland. his career he has lectured at more than trinitycleveland.org. Trinity Cathedral is anyone is welcome to join at any time. April Miller is communications 400 colleges and universities around the located at 2230 Euclid Avenue in down- On Trinity’s website, Bible Chal- manager at Trinity Cathedral. world including Cambridge and Harvard. town Cleveland.

On Friday, November 16 at 7:30 p.m., MOZART BY CANDLELIGHT Benefit Concert: Mozart by Candlelight Music and Art at Trinity Cathedral will hold Benefit for Music and Art By April Miller a benefit concert - Mozart by Candlelight. at Trinity Cathedral Friday, This fundraiser features two of Mozart’s most Nov. 16 • 7:30 p.m. beloved and beautiful works: the Clarinet All Mozart Program Clarinet Concerto in Concerto, K. 622; and the Requiem, K. 626. A major, K. 622 Louis Gangale, clarinet This concert raises funds for Music and Art at Exultate, jublate, K. 165 Judith Overcash, Trinity Cathedral, which sponsors more than soprano 25 free BrownBag Concerts each year. For Requiem, K. 626 The Trinity $50 you’ll hear great Mozart and attend a gala Cathedral Choir The Trinity Chamber post-concert dessert reception in Cathedral Orchestra Todd Wilson, conductor Hall. Mark Nov. 16 on your calendar and $50, includes concert and dessert reception make your reservation by calling 216-774- April Miller is communications 0420 or visit trinitycleveland.org/mozart. manager at Trinity Cathedral. Calling All Writers & Reporters We Want Your Story! Write or report for the Campus District Observer. For more details contact us at [email protected] Page 10 Campus District Observer

Central Residents Campus District in Middle of Political Engage the Battleground Before Election Community to Shape Continued from Page 1 their Food Future a drizzle. CSU student Tatiana Nicole the Tri-C Western Campus in Parma. By Erika Meschkat Brown, a freshman working toward an On Oct. 24, Ryan spoke on issues education degree, had the distinct honor like poverty, strengthening the education of introducing the President. This visit system, the economy, and the need to end marked his 14th trip to Ohio in 2012. Obamacare to a crowd at the Waetjen From left, Don Gaddis of Central Community Coop and Erika Meschcat pause for a photo at the Ward 5 Festival this past summer where they were administering Food Ten days after the President’s visit, his Auditorium at CSU. Access and Transportation Surveys, as well as passing out brochures for the Produce wife, Michelle Obama, spoke at a rally in “At this current point, I think the Perks EBT Incentive at farmers' markets. Photo provided by Erika Meschcat. the recreation center at Cuyahoga Commu- most current issue I’m going to base my nity College Metropolitan Campus on Oct. vote on is the economy,” said CSU student 15. as time waned toward Election Day, Samantha Lewis, who attended the Ryan With a farmers’ market that offers identified needs of Central residents, both campaigns focused their efforts on event. “There’s other issues, yes, I realize a match on purchases made with an and in fact, harnesses the social winning support from female voters. The that, but we don’t want our economy to Ohio Direction Card to buy fresh networks in the neighborhood by First Lady told the audience her husband keep going down the tubes.” produce, over 30 acres of urban coalescing a team (made up of mostly had at least one more vote that morning af- The following day on Oct. 25, Presi- farmland, hydroponic greenhouses residents) actively engaged in HEAL- ter she mailed her absentee ballot from the dent Obama made another Downtown slated to produce millions of heads of related programming. This Central White House to Chicago, and she stressed Cleveland campaign stop at Burke lettuce a year, and a newly introduced HEAL team has been centered around the fact early voting was already in place in Lakefront Airport, where Air Force One assortment of food retail and policy, research and citizen outreach. Ohio and she urged people to vote early. flew right over the Campus District for a education outlets like The Bridgeport Over the past year it can be credited Tri-C student Shawn Edwards at- landing at the airport. for significant accomplishments, Café, Community Kitchen, and tended the event and said the issue he’s Then, on Oct. 26, Mitt Romney made including: Mobile Market, the Central watching for this election concerns jobs. a Northeast Ohio visit to North Canton, • Completing several workshops community is not a community “The most important thing she said was where he joined his running mate at a on topics of community organizing, lacking in resources to control their getting America back to work. We need to campaign rally. advocacy, leadership, food future. get back to work, now,” Edwards said. No doubt the Election season has had policy, effective communication However, like other Outside the Campus District, star Cleveland abuzz with political bigwigs, and understanding conflict; transitioning urban communities, power came to Northeast Ohio to stump especially giving more attention to the Central is still faced with • Assisting the Food Policy Coalition in for both campaigns. Two days later, on college students in the Campus District. significant challenges. High a network analysis of community health Oct. 17, Vice Presidential Candidate Paul Bronson Peshlakai is editor of the poverty, growing rates of and food assets; Ryan and former Secretary of State Con- Campus District Observer. He is also unemployment, inadequate • Administering a comprehensive doleezza Rice spoke to a crowd at Baldwin a business management student at the housing, struggling schools, and survey to better understand the Wallace University, and the next day, Cuyahoga Community College Metro limited public transportation connection between transportation former President Bill Clinton and Singer Campus where he is associate editor of have resulted in poor social, and food access; Bruce Springsteen entertained a crowd at “The Voice” newspaper. environmental and economic • Contributing to Cleveland conditions. These factors have Metropolitan School District’s also lead to significant health Wellness Policy Committee; and disparities, including growing rates • Participating in various Money Management 101 of obesity, diabetes, asthma, cancer community outreach efforts Continued from Page 7 and even infant mortality. to broadly disseminate HEAL In 2009, the Sisters of Charity information. build up. It’s a great feeling knowing that like when you establish a budget, make Foundation of Cleveland focused HEAL Team goals for the coming when these occasional bills come in, the sure that you are not spending more per its Healthy Eating, Active Living year will be to further nutrition money will be there. In fact, you should prob- pay than you are bringing home. If you Program (HEAL) in Central. HEAL in the K-8 schools and early ably open a Christmas Club Account and are not paying off your credit cards each stems from the realization that childcare centers by utilizing food make regular deposits to pay for the holidays. month, stop using them and start paying health is more than health care and environment assessments, in addition Anything you can put away in advance will with cash. Your goal is to be debt free with that the community is confronted to addressing the connection gaps help you stay on budget for the year. extra money in your savings account. with several conditions that identified by the transportation and If you have credit card bills, try to pay Sometimes it’s not easy getting a negatively impact health. food access surveys. more than the minimum payment to get handle on your finances, but it’s important Last year, the Cleveland- To connect with the Central the balance down quicker. If there are to know where you are financially. Quite Cuyahoga County Food Policy HEAL Team and assist in their work, more than one or two cards involved, pay often changes in spending will need to be Coalition, convened by the Ohio State contact [email protected]. off the ones with the highest interest rates made. Perhaps you might need to work University Extension, partnered with Erika Meschkat is a program first. You may also want to visit Ohio’s an additional job, but the sooner that you SOCF and other Central agencies coordinator of community First Class Credit Union to look at a bill come to grips with your financial situa- to advance its HEAL initiative and development at the Cuyahoga consolidation loan that would probably tion, the sooner you can move to fix it or further support specific programs County OSU Extension office, and lower your interest rates, save you money, make it better. Get started today! that have increased opportunities for is a recent graduate of Baldwin and pay off a number of bills with one Fred Dolan does much of the market- healthy eating and active living. This Wallace University with a BA in monthly payment. ing for Ohio’s First Class Credit Union, strategy was a direct response to the Sustainability. No matter what the numbers look working with Jeff Spada and the staff. Join the Discussion at campusdistrictobserver.com Page 11 Affordable Internet Options Offered to College-Bound Students By Pleurat Dreshaj

The Cleveland Housing Network cost of internet. and One Community have partnered Packages with Desktop comput- with College NOW of Greater Cleve- ers: $120, including Internet for a land to offer Connect to College NOW, year. Packages with Laptop computers: a campaign to get college-bound $230, including Internet for a year. families the tools and resources they And, Internet only: $55, for those that need to be successful in their pursuit of have computers in their home already. Calling All higher education. The program is also For more information call 216- open to students currently enrolled in 202-4292 to schedule quick training college courses. session and purchase. More Writers & Specifically, it is a provision of information can be found on our deeply discounted Internet service and website: www.chnnet.com/computers- computer packages. broadband-internet-access.aspx. Reporters Participants can sign up right away Pleurat Dreshaj is a project supervi- without any training requirements or sor with the Cleveland Housing Network. We Want Your Story! income guidelines. The only require- She has worked with CHN since 2010 to ment is that they do not have Internet help bring digital literacy and Internet Write or report for the Campus District Observer. at home or are unable to sustain the access throughout Greater Cleveland. For more details contact us at [email protected]

The Literacy Cooperative’s Pilot STEP Tutoring Program Continued from Page 5

Grade Reading Gaurentee) requires reading skills and gains in total scores that all students pass a third grade from October were significantly higher reading test to advance to fourth grade. than the gains of the non-tutored Research further shows one-on-one students. The results further demon- tutoring programs are effective in pre- strate that the gap that existed between venting reading failure, especially in the tutored and non-tutored students in early grades. Understanding that chil- October was closed by the end of the dren learn best from well-planned and school year and some of the tutored consistent tutoring sessions, STEP pro- students were close to or at grade level vides volunteers with a variety of tools to in May. This translates into higher use, including scripted lesson plans. The overall gains for the tutored students, tutors use research-based methods to who caught up to their peers. deliver lessons that emphasize phonemic As promising as the academic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary results, the STEP participants enjoyed and text comprehension. their learning experience and want to STEP also strives to establish stay in the program. STEP helped to strong, mentoring relationships be- improve not only the reading skills of tween tutors and children. Research the program participants but also their has shown that regular interaction confidence in classroom participation strengthens assets in children that lead and their social interactions with peers. to improved skills. The Literacy Cooperative is cur- The Literacy Cooperative partnered rently launching the third year of the with Dr. Catherine A. Rosemary at John STEP pilot program and intends to Carroll University to oversee a formal as- further demonstrate results and refine sessment protocol for STEP that measures STEP for replication. It is the hope of the value of the initiative as an intervention The Literacy Cooperative that STEP that can improve outcomes for children. will be recognized as an effective tutor- Results for the 2011-2012 STEP ing model and subsequently adopted tutoring program at Marion Sterling by organizations offering tutoring ser- show that the STEP program has made vices in Greater Cleveland area schools. a positive impact. STEP participants Katherine Bulava is President of demonstrated gains on all measures of Hatha Communications. Page 12 Campus District Observer

Campus District Dates October 2012

“Campus District Dates” is the community event calendar for the Campus District. Event listings are selected from the calendar of events that can be found on the newspaper’s home page at: http://campusdistrictobserver.com. To post an upcoming event, contact us at 216-344-9200 or go online to the website, scroll down to the bottom right of the homepage, and click on the “submit event” button.

Saturday Nov. 3 His visit is part of Tri-C’s Classical Piano Recital For more information about upcoming exhibitions, Día de Los Muertos Festival and Parade • 3:30 p.m. Series. The performance is free. Location: Gartner Au- please contact The Bonfoey Gallery, 216-621-0178. Eighth Annual Festival and Parade. Colorful display ditorium, Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd. of altars by visual artists organized by members of Artistas Latinos Unidos. Live music, food, lectures Tuesday, Nov. 13 and children’s activities. Festival opens at noon; pa- NEO Entrepreneur Expo & rade begins at 3:30 p.m. Event is Free. JumpStart Community Meeting Location: Gordon Square Arts District, 6205 Detroit Ave., CSU Wolstein Center Cleveland. For more information call: 216-235-0811. Learn more about the array of innovations, entrepre- neurial businesses and entrepreneurial support organi- Cleveland Public Library November zations with the potential to transform the region’s econ- Brown Bag Book Clubs at Main Library omy at the 2012 Northeast Ohio Entrepreneur Expo & Join library staff and like-minded Cleveland Public JumpStart Community Meeting on Tuesday, November Library readers in chatting about books they love to 13 at the Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Cen- read. Fiction discussions are held at 12 p.m. in the ter. The day revolves around an afternoon-long public Popular Library. Non-fiction discussion group is held showcase highlighting young, innovative Northeast at 12 p.m. in the Social Sciences Department. Ohio entrepreneurs and game-changing technologies. November discussion dates: New this year is a student business competition and • Wednesday, November 7 a moderated community panel discussion focused Saturday, Nov. 24 The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey on Northeast Ohio startup success stories, featuring Downtown Cleveland Winterfest • Thursday, November 8 panelists Ron Seide of Summit Data, Stan Garber of Presented by Huntington Bank 90 Minutes in Heaven by Don Piper ONOSYS, Dr. David Kay of Orthohelix Surgical De- All day event with Cecil Murphey (non-fiction) signs and Andy Lefkowitz of Ganeden Biotech. Last Winterfest is the all-day street festival and celebra- year, more than 100 companies, two dozen entrepre- • Wednesday, November 14 tion that kicks of the holiday season in Cleveland. neurial support organizations and nearly 1,000 peo- The GQ Candidate by Keli Goff Starting at 1 p.m. on Saturday November 24, families ple registered to be a part of the annual celebration of • Thursday, November 15 will enjoy free entertainment and activities all day the region’s next generation of corporate leaders. We The Highland Avenger by Hannah Howell long on Public Square. hope you’ll join us. It’s free to attend--just register • Tuesday, November 20 here: http://www.neoexpo.org/register/ If you have a This year, Public Square will be packed with concerts Fuzzy Nation by John Scalzi young, high-growth, tech-based start-up and would and activities for the whole family leading up to the • Wednesday, November 28 like to exhibit (no franchises, please) at the entre- lighting ceremony. One Shot by Lee Child preneur expo, please go to http://www.neoexpo.org/ Public Square activities and times: register/ to complete your $85 registration. If you 5:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. GE Bike-A-Thon Powers Lights Nov. 9 to Dec. 13 have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Cassie on City’s Holiday Tree GE will be holding a bike-a-thon The People’s Art Show Tabora ([email protected]) at 216-363- on the SW Quadrant of Public Square. A platform will The Galleries at CSU - Main Gallery 5470. AGENDA 1 - 4 p.m. Entrepreneur Expo 4:10 be set up in front of the Public Square fountain with 1307 Euclid Ave. - 5:10 p.m. “Northeast Ohio Start-up Success Stories stationary bikes set up. GE Employees and MC2STEM The People’s Art Show is a free, unjuried, uncensored You Should Know” moderated panel discussion with Students will pedal to kinetically power batteries which exhibition celebrating creativity, diversity and imagi- Q+A 5:10 p.m. Announcement of the winning col- power the tree. This will generate 2300 watts of power nation. The exhibition is open to everyone, and all lege/university business idea competition 5:25 p.m. (the wattage of LED lights, ornaments and tree topper entries will be exhibited. Recap of JumpStart’s results with Ray Leach, CEO on the tree) to power the Public Square Christmas Tree To enter: bring one or two works of any size, in for 100 minutes. If we were powering an incandescent any medium, to The Galleries at CSU during the Thursday, Nov. 15 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. tree of the same size, we’d need 35,600 watts of power or drop-off time listed. Entry forms will be filled out CSU Rec Center Fall Fitness Fair 2420 Chester Ave. ride for 188.4 hours! at time of drop-off. Join us for our first wellness event at the Fall Fitness Fair. 12 p.m. Watch OSU vs Michigan on a 14-foot big A suggested donation of $5 per entry will be gladly Test your flexibility, receive a personal training consulta- screen in the middle of Public Square. In partner- accepted. The Galleries at CSU requests a 25% dona- tion, or snag a complimentary chair massage. Improve ship with WEWS TV5, watch OSU vs Michigan tion for works sold during the exhibition. Please keep your well being at this one-day event! For more informa- football game on the 14’w x 11’tall big screen in the this in mind when pricing your work. tion, contact the Rec Center at 216-802-3200. middle of Public Square Drop-off: Friday, October 26 and Saturday, October 1 - 5 p.m. Enjoy free horse drawn carriage rides 27 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16 throughout Downtown Cleveland. Carriage rides be- All entries must be delivered in person – Mozart by Candlelight Benefit Concert gin at Superior and East Roadway, on Public Square no mail entries will be accepted. at Trinity Cathedral • 7:30 p.m. (near Old Stone Church). This fundraiser features two of Mozart’s most beloved Opening Reception: Friday, November 9 2 p.m. MC2STEM High School Fab Lab Children’s and beautiful works: the Clarinet Concerto, K. 622; and from 5 – 8 p.m. Activities - In the elbow on South Roadway the Requiem, K. 626. This concert raises funds for Mu- 2 - 6 p.m. Radio Disney will activate the Southwest Pick-up: Friday, December 14 and Saturday, sic and Art at Trinity Cathedral, which sponsors more December 15 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. quadrant of Public Square with activities for the than 25 free BrownBag Concerts each year. For $50 whole family to enjoy featuring their “D-Tour Team” More information at: www.csuohio.edu/artgallery you’ll hear great Mozart and attend a gala post-concert 2 - 7 p.m. Chow-Down event with the Gourmet dessert reception in Cathedral Hall. Student tickets are Food trucks on Ontario Avenue between Superior Saturday, Nov. 10 available for $10 (with student ID). Mark Nov. 16 on and Euclid avenues. Black Professionals Association Charitable your calendar and make your reservation by calling Foundation 32nd Anniversary Scholarship & 216-774-0420 or visit trinitycleveland.org/mozart. Umami Moto StrEat Mobile Bistro, JiBARO, The Awards Gala • 6 - 9:30 p.m. Nosh Box, Zydeco Bistro, Touch Supper Truck. Renaissance Hotel, 24 Public Square. Bonfoey Gallery November Events: 2 - 7 p.m. Holiday Pop-Up Shop, featuring the Join BPACF as they celebrate the 32nd Anniversary • Stephen Pentak: Persistent Image through Nov. 10 Cleveland Handmade Market and more will be Scholarship & Awards Gala, and salute to Mayor • George Mauersberger: USA Leather & Other present on Public Square. Frank G. Jackson, as the 2012 Black Professional of Drawings Nov. 16 - Jan. 5 5 p.m. Radio Disney will entertain with a one hour the Year. Enjoy an evening of inspiring stories from show leading up to the official start of the Holiday scholars, live entertainment and fine dining. Visit The Bonfoey Gallery at 1710 Euclid Ave. continues an Lighting Ceremony and firework display. NEW www.bpacf.org for more information. exhibition of new paintings by Stephen Pentak: Per- THIS YEAR - Radio Disney NEXT BIG THING star sistent Image. These oil paintings on panel and paper, Jack Skuller performs a free concert for fans and Sunday, Nov. 11 which have been displayed since October, will con- families live on stage. Musician Hugues Leclere: Free Performance at the tinue to be on view in the street level gallery through 7 - 8 p.m. Immediately after the holiday lighting cer- Cleveland Museum of Art November 10, 2012. 2 p.m. emony, enjoy the free Public After-Party with Santa Born in France, Hugues Leclere has performed in The Gallery is also pleased to present George Mau- hosted by the Tri-C Hospitality Management Center recitals throughout France as well as in the United ersberger: USA Leather & Other Drawings, draw- on Euclid Avenue. Families can enjoy free cookies, States, Japan, China, Netherlands, Germany, Morocco, ings and etchings that wil be on view in the street hot cocoa and pictures with Santa! Bring your own Italy, Spain and Portugal. In addition to his career as a level gallery from November 16 through January 5, camera to create your nostalgia for now! concert performer, he has taught at the Conservatoire 2013. The Bonfoey Gallery cordially invites you to For more information about the event or other Win- Superieur de Paris, at the Conservatoire de Paris, and join them for an opening reception with the artist on terfest community partner events, visit http://www. is the artistic director of the Nancyphonies Festival. Friday, November 16 from 5 - 8 p.m. downtowncleveland.com/events/winterfest.aspx