T
he Communicator
Volume 21, Issue 6 February 2008
Aurora High School
Mr. Pat Ciccantelli
Principal
Mr. Paul Goodwin
Asst. Principal
Administration
Mr. Russ Bennett
Superintendent
Dr. Alicia Lopez
Academic Director
Board of Education
Mr. Gerald Kohanski
President
Mrs. Ann Morrison
Vice-President
Mr. John Sloe
Board Member
Mrs. Pam Mehallis
Board Member
Mrs. Beverly Kuch
Board Member
 From the Principal’s Pen
It has been a very fast and rewarding first semester here at Aurora High School. The students just completed their mid-term exams and we have begun the second semester. Our students are involved in the scheduling process this month; parents, it is important that you have conversations with your child to assist them in making good choices that will help them be successful. We have many curricular opportunities for our students and as one example of these options we took nearly fifty students in late January to visit the Excel TECC programs to help them become aware of all the possibilities for their continued education.
We continue to strive for and achieve excellence at AHS. We organized a school wide fundraiser between Thanksgiving and Christmas, called “Aurora for Others” with a focus on giving to needy individuals or organizations within our community. The staff and students raised nearly $3,500 which we contributed to the Jimmy V Cancer foundation, St. Augustine’s Hunger Center and the Divine Intervention cause. Congratulations to our Rotary students of the month for February; seniors Joshua Ohman and Annick Dall, who are very deserving of this recognition. Congratulations to Ty Mitch in wrestling and John Trew in boy’s basketball for being named Plain Dealer players of the week in the past month.
We have thirty-four students who have been awarded with the distinction of election into the AHS National Honor Society. Congratulations to Monique
Brunatti, Jillian Carlson, Michelle Cullen, Ellen Dankelson, Nicolas Dicesare, Gerrick Doss, Dylan Ekstrand, Chelsea Flowers, Michael French, Rebecca Fussner, Arielle Glassman, Tim Grabnic, Morgan Hauenstein, Caitlin Houlahan, Samantha Huston, Robert Kirk, Pramita Kothakota, Chrysa Kovach, Heather Kuch, Ariel Kuhn, Sophia Loferski, Nicholas Mirolli, Amanda Munson, Jennifer Radis, John Rausch, Mitchell Romito, Connor Rosselot, Mariesa Samba, Dylan Timberlake, David Walker, Andrew Wallace, Rebecca Williams, Zoe Ingrams, Joshua Ohman.
We have numerous co-curricular activities in February; the wrestling team is looking to regain the title as Chagrin Valley Conference Champions as we are hosting the CVC wrestling tournament on February 1st and 2nd. Our students from AHS will be one of the featured teams on the Academic Challenge which will air on February 2nd. We will host our monthly Parent Communication Forum on February 7th at 10:00 a.m. and over 100 students from the junior class will be traveling to New York City on February 15th thru the 18th. We will also have a Band Concert on February 21st beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Pat Ciccantelli
Principal, Aurora High School
 
 
March 15, 2008
The Bertram Inn
Cocktails at 6:00 pm
Dinner at 7:00 pm
2 DRINK TICKETS + dISCOUNTED CASH BAR
Looking for Donations for Silent auction!!!
Please Call if you would like to donate.
For tickets & donations:
Contact JULIE ALSTON 330-995-5499
1 Chance $50.00
1 Chance & 1 dinner $90.00
1 Chance & 2 Dinners $130.00
2 Chances & 2 Dinners $165.00
The Bertram Inn
Cocktails at 6:00 pm
Dinner at 7:00 pm
March 15, 2008
Young Writer's Program
Kenyon University
June 22-July 5 or July 13 - 26
Focus on Creative Writing
More information: www.kenyonreview.org
Deadline March 1st to apply
PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Aurora High School
Thursday, March 6 & Tuesday, March 11, 2008
7:30 – 8:20 p.m. 10 minute scheduled appointments
All conferences must be scheduled through Mrs. Cech. There will be NO drop in conferences on either evening.
Miss Waysack, and Miss Pavicik will be available for conferences at the High School on March 6th and Mr. Burdett will be available on March 11th.
The parent/teacher conferences provide an opportunity for you to discuss your child’s academic progress with his/her teachers.
To schedule a conference appointment, email Mrs. Cech at mcech@aurora-schools.org with date, start time & teachers name or call 330-995-7785.
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Deutschnews
Once again German students are exploring international exchange! Michael Kendall and Stuart Eitzman will be hosting a German student this spring for four weeks and then attend their guest's school in Germany for four weeks this summer. Good luck Mike and Stuart!
Herr Peters
NYC and Chicago Trip Updates
There will be a parent/student meeting for the New York City trip on Tuesday, February 12 at 6:30 PM in the Auditorium. All parents and students are encouraged to attend in order to meet Bob Jackson from Traveling Classrooms and receive the updated travel itinerary.
The final payment of $275.00 for the Sophomore trip to Chicago is due on Friday, March 14th. All checks should be made out to Traveling Classrooms. If you have any questions regarding either trip, please feel free to contact Heidi Stroy (330-562-9646 ext. 3679 or hstroy@aurora-schools.org).
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Boys Varsity Basketball at the Q
The Aurora Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated University School 53-52 on Wednesday, January 2nd. The Greenmen fought back from a 17 point second quarter deficit to win on a basket by Joe Taylor with 2.3 seconds remaining. The game was played at Quicken Loans Arena on the Cleveland Cavaliers home court prior to the Cavs game with the Atlanta Hawks. The game was arranged by head coach David Munson. Aurora players, coaches, family and friends enjoyed the experience of playing and watching a game on an NBA court.
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AURORA FOR OTHERS
The second annual Aurora For Others charity project was conducted last month at Aurora High School. The project allows students to focus on those in need during the holiday season and to lend a helping hand. Aurora High School students raised money for charities by competing in a Coin War. Each grade had a jar. Coins put in the jar added to their total. Paper money added to other grade’s jars subtracted from their total. More than $3000 dollars was raised for three charities. The charities selected this year were the Jimmy V Foundation for Cancer research, the Saint Augustine Hunger Center, and the Divine Intervention Fund. The project was concluded with a student faculty basketball game. Aurora High School teachers Jen Simmerman and David Munson led a team of many student and faculty volunteers to help make a positive difference in the lives of others.
AURORA CITY SCHOOLS
SPECIAL EDUCATION
PARENTS COMMUNICATION FORUM
Date: Wednesday, February 27 Date: Monday, March 3
Time: 10:00 am Time: 7:00 pm
Location: High School Conference Room Location Leighton Media Center
TOPIC:
Aurora Special Education Services
for
Middle and High School age students
2008 SCHOLASTIC ART AWARDS
The initial results are in for this year’s Scholastic Art Awards and the Aurora High School art students have excelled. The exhibition opens at the Kent State University Stark Campus on January 16, 2008 and will run until February 10th. The Awards ceremony will be held on Saturday, January 26th in Canton. In this year’s competition the judges boiled down 134 excellent portfolio entries to 26 and a total of over 2,725 entries to over 335 silver and gold key winners.
Aurora High School art students who earned an Honorable Mention will have their works displayed at their home school and will receive a Certificate of Merit from Scholastic Art Awards. The students recognized at this level for their superior work are: Andrew Frank, Ashley Smith, Tabitha Lee, and Alyssa Johnson. Congratulations for this great accomplishment.
The Silver Key winners will be on display at Kent State University, Stark Campus and these students will receive a Silver Certificate and a Silver Key Pin at the awards ceremony. The Aurora students receiving this high honor are: Joe Lawrie (3 Silver Keys), Tabitha Lee (2 Silver Keys), Rebecca Williams, Mariesa Samba, Liz Bermea, Michael Cimoroni, Danielle Dobies, Alyssa Johnson, Carlie Schmidt, and Kim Kovach. Congratulations students on this very high honor.
The Gold Key winners are identified for exemplary works of art and their works also are exhibited at Kent State University, Stark Campus. They will receive Gold Certificates and a Gold Key Pin at the awards ceremony. At the end of the exhibition, these works of art are sent on to New York for national judging and the possibility of additional honors. Aurora High School students earning this prestigious award are: Alyssa Johnson (2 Gold Keys), Joe Lawrie (2 Gold Keys), Annelie Frantzen, Tabitha Lee, Liz Bermea, Andrew Frank, Stephen Deptola, and Jessica Buse. Congratulations art students and good luck in New York.
There were 26 Gold Key Portfolio Awards and Aurora High School art students earned 12 of these unique honors. Each of these portfolio’s have eight Gold Key entries and the portfolio’s may earn scholarships at the regional and national levels. The Aurora students winning this highest of honors are; Brendon Roberto, Danielle Dobies, Monica Cronin, Katie Filarski, Robin Heinrich, Alyssa Hungerman, Briana Johnson, Emma Kropp, Danielle Law, Danielle Lewandowski, Ariana Lindenfelser, and Sara Mirolli. Congratulations Seniors and good luck at nationals.
Two Aurora Seniors have been selected for regional scholarships to the University of Akron and Kent State University. Akron has selected Emma Kropp for a local scholarship and Kent State University selected Danielle Law for their regional honor. Congratulations Emma and Danielle for this outstanding recognition.
Congratulations to all the Aurora High School art students for their outstanding achievement in this year’s Scholastic Art Awards.
Additional Awards:
The Scholastic Art Awards held its awards ceremony Saturday, January 26th and Aurora High School was notified of additional award recipients. Five American Vision Awards were announced and two Aurora students were identified for this prestigious award. These five works of art are selected as the Best of Show pieces for the entire Scholastic Exhibition. Briana Johnson won this honor with a beautiful tempera batic titled, Lazy Afternoon. Emma Kropp was also selected for this award with her pen and ink piece titled, Look What I Found. Congratulations artists on this exemplary accomplishment.
The Akron Society of Artists identified several students for their outstanding works of art. Two Aurora High School art students were selected for this honor. Emma Kropp won the Akron Society of Artists top prize of $600 and a year membership in this fine organization. Congratulations Emma. Danielle Lewandowski was also selected and received an Honorable Mention and she too will have a year membership in the Akron Society of Artists. Congratulations Danielle and to all the Aurora art students who were selected for this years Scholastic Art Awards. Good luck at Nationals.
4th annual SUMMER CAMP CONVENTION
Saturday, February 23rd - 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Solon Community Center - 35000 Portz Parkway, Solon
***NEW***
SUNDAY, February 24th - 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Westlake Holiday Inn, 1100 Crocker, Westlake, OH
Enriching the Lives of: TEENS, YOUTH, FAMILIES, SCHOOL GROUPS
Everyone Welcome!! Free Admission
Discover many fabulous summer programs throughout the U.S
Counselor-in-training and employment opportunities.
Directors, representatives and counselors will be available to speak to you.
PLAN NOW FOR A SAFE, EXCITING & MEMORABLE SUMMER!
For more information call 440-248-3418
AURORA HIGH SCHOOL
FEBRUARY 2008
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FRIDAY
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Hot Subs
Pizza Slice
$2.75 Salad Bar
Fresh Fruit
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Greenman Cheese Pizza
Baby Carrots w/Ranch
Buttered Noodles
Apple Pie
Low Fat Mil
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Wings of Fire
Celery & Carrot Sticks/Ranch
Wheat Roll
Peach Cup
Low Fat Milk
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Cheeseburger/bun
Waffle Fries
Green Beans
Fruit Choice
Low Fat Milk
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Breaded Fish/Bun
Cole Slaw
Apple Pie
Low Fat Milk
ASH WEDNESDAY
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Chicken Rice Bowl
Green Peas
Pineapple Chunks
Almond Cup
Mashed Potato
Low Fat Milk
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Greenman Cheese Pizza
Spiral Pasta w/Tomato Sauce
Steamed Green Beans
Chilled Fruit
Low Fat Milk
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Breaded Chicken/Bun
Potato Smiles
Fruit Choice
Low fat Milk
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Pork BBQ/Bun
Fries/Mixed Vegetables
Fruit Choice
Low Fat Milk
PBJ Bar
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Popcorn Chicken
Red & Green Grapes
Peas & Carrots
Mashed Potatoes
Low Fat Milk
PBJ Bar
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Hot Dog/Bun
French Fries
Fruit Cup
Cookie Krisp Treat
Low Fat Milk
VALENTINES DAY
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NO SCHOOL
TEACHER
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PRESIDENT’S
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NO SCHOOL
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Stromboli
Fruit Crisp
Fries
1 Bosco Stick
Low Fat Milk
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Chicken Bites
Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Fruit Cup
Low Fat Milk
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Breaded Chicken/Bun
Fries/Vegetable
Fruit Choice
Low Fat Milk
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Greenman Cheese Pizza
Garden Salad
Seasoned Noodles
Apple Pie
Low Fat Milk
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Taco Salad
Cheese/Nacho Chips
Fruit Choice
Steamed Corn
Low Fat Milk
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Cheeseburger/Bun
Fries
Fruit
Low Fat Milk
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Chicken Fingers
Rice Pilaf
Peas & Carrots
Fruit Choice
Low Fat Milk
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Ravioli
Garden Salad
Bosco Stick
PBJ Bar
Fruit Choice
Low Fat Milk
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Greenman Cheese Pizza
Garden Salad
Fruit Choice
Potato Chips
Low Fat Milk
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February 2008
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Harmon Musical
@ 8:00 PM
Kick-Off to Kindergarten
@ 7:00 pm
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Elementary PTO Board Meeting @ 9:30 am
Harmon Musical
@ 8:00 PM
Market-Day Pick Up
@ 4:30-6:00
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AHS PCF 10:00 am
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ACT Test
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AMC Math Contest
Elementary PTO General Meeting
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Choir Booster Meeting @ 7:00 pm
Parent Scheduling Meeting @ 7:30 pm
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MES,CES & LES Valentines Party
LES PCF @ 10:00 am
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Teacher In-Service Day
NO SCHOOL
Junior Trip to NYC
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Junior Trip to NYC
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Junior Trip to NYC
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Presidents Day
NO SCHOOL
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Excel TECC Interview Day
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AHS Band Concert @ 7:30 pm
HMS PCF @ 10:00 am
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HMS Family Breakfast (A-M)
@ 6:30 AM
Progress Reports Distributed
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BOE Mtg @ 7:00 pm
Parent Presentation for Incoming Freshman @ Audit. 7:30 pm
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AHS Orchestra State Contest Preview Concert @ 7:30 pm
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SpecEd PCF 10:00 am
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HMS Parent/Teacher Conferences
@ 5:30 pm
MES/CES PCF
@ 10:00 am
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HMS Family Breakfast (N-Z)
@ 6:30 AM
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