Good Afternoon:
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! As a U.S. Army Veteran, I just want to personally thank all those who served or currently serving in the United States Military. We are all free because of them! So on this Memorial Day Weekend if you see a family member, friend, neighbor, or random person in the street who is a Veteran or in uniform, please thank them for their service.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On May 25th, I attended the North Royalton High School Springs Sports Recognition Night. Congratulations to our Baseball, Softball, Athletic Trainers, Tennis, and Track & Field athletes on all their achievements this past season! Go BEARS!!
I attended the Health and Wellness Committee meeting on May 26th .The committee received an update about the upcoming Health Fair which is planned for Nov. 6th. Response from vendors has been good thus far. The committee discussed feedback on the Valley Vista Health Fair. The event was a positive success. A small part of the grant was spent on holding the event, the remaining money will be used to purchase pedometers, Wii fit materials, and other wellness items for elementary school classes in the district.
Also the committee discussed the impact of SB 210/HB 373 would have on the district and recommended that people contact their state representative on this matter. Discussion continued on the new proposed home baked food procedure. The committee also
discussed how the Family and Civic Engagement Committee that is required by HB 1 will impact the wellness committee. Some members of the wellness committee will also be members of the Family and Civic Engagement Committee because of overlapping issues both will be dealing with.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a City EEE Committee Meeting, Commencement, and various other events.
No School on May 31st for Memorial Day.
City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on June 2nd at 7pm @ City Hall, 13834 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
North Royalton High School Commencement on June 6th at 10am @ State Theatre in Cleveland.
North Royalton Stadium Foundation
The North Royalton Stadium Foundation's sole purpose is to privately raise, with no taxpayer money, the necessary funds to renovate the High School Stadium with state-of-the-art synthetic turf and an eight lane all-weather track. If you would like to assist the North Royalton Stadium Foundation with any fundraising efforts, please contact: North Royalton Stadium Foundation Chairman, Larry Vasil at 440-570-2446. The group also has a website in which you can learn more about the project at www.nrstadiumfoundation.com.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on June 17th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Hope to see you there!
My Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Contact legislators on HB 373/SB 210
Your help is needed to contact our representatives in the Ohio House of Representatives. The legislature is expected to vote on House Bill 373 and/or Senate Bill 210, the Healthy Choices, Healthy Children Act before they leave for summer recess later this month. An area of concern is the requirement of 30 minutes of moderate to rigorous physical activity for grades K-12 that this legislation calls for. This would add one more thing to the schools agenda as well as possibly decrease instructional time in some of the core subjects. Please contact your legislator today and ask them to remove this provision from the bill entirely.
Physical activity is important to a healthy life style, however without the additional funding this would be perceived as another unfunded mandate that our district and others in the state would be burden with in the toughest of economic times. Instead of imposing a mandate, Ohio should follow the lead of national initiatives such as First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move campaign and work to increase or even expand existing grants that encourage student health and wellness.
Please make calls, send e-mails, and write letters to our representatives in the Ohio House and their aides today. Without direct input from constituents like you, lawmakers are not likely to oppose the physical activity provision. Your help is greatly appreciated!
For contact information on your legislative representatives, click here or below:
State Representative Matt Patten 18th District
Address:
77 S. High St
13th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
Email: district18@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Josh Mandel 17th District
Address:
77 S. High St
10th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
Email: district17@ohr.state.oh.us
More information on the legislation:
HB 373 Bill Summary
http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/analysis.cfm?ID=128_HB_373&ACT=As%20Introduced&hf=analyses128/h0373-i-128.htm
SB 210 Bill Summary
http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/analysis.cfm?ID=128_SB_210&ACT=As%20Passed%20by%20Senate&hf=analyses128/s0210-ps-128.htm
Sun Newspaper Article on my Testimony on SB 210
http://www.cleveland.com/sunstarcourier/index.ssf/2010/05/north_royalton_school_board_me.html
Sun Newspaper Editorial
http://www.cleveland.com/sun/all/index.ssf/2010/05/state_officials_on_the_right_t.html
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
"Putting Students First"
Physical activity is important to a healthy life style, however without the additional funding this would be perceived as another unfunded mandate that our district and others in the state would be burden with in the toughest of economic times. Instead of imposing a mandate, Ohio should follow the lead of national initiatives such as First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move campaign and work to increase or even expand existing grants that encourage student health and wellness.
Please make calls, send e-mails, and write letters to our representatives in the Ohio House and their aides today. Without direct input from constituents like you, lawmakers are not likely to oppose the physical activity provision. Your help is greatly appreciated!
For contact information on your legislative representatives, click here or below:
State Representative Matt Patten 18th District
Address:
77 S. High St
13th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 466-4895
Fax: (614) 719-6957
Email: district18@ohr.state.oh.us
State Representative Josh Mandel 17th District
Address:
77 S. High St
10th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-6111
Phone: (614) 644-6041
Fax: (614) 719-6956
Email: district17@ohr.state.oh.us
More information on the legislation:
HB 373 Bill Summary
http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/analysis.cfm?ID=128_HB_373&ACT=As%20Introduced&hf=analyses128/h0373-i-128.htm
SB 210 Bill Summary
http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/analysis.cfm?ID=128_SB_210&ACT=As%20Passed%20by%20Senate&hf=analyses128/s0210-ps-128.htm
Sun Newspaper Article on my Testimony on SB 210
http://www.cleveland.com/sunstarcourier/index.ssf/2010/05/north_royalton_school_board_me.html
Sun Newspaper Editorial
http://www.cleveland.com/sun/all/index.ssf/2010/05/state_officials_on_the_right_t.html
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
"Putting Students First"
Facilities Committee Meeting tonight
NR Schools Facilities Committee will be meeting tonight Wednesday May 26th at 7pm at the high school media center.
At this meeting, the committee would like to share the district Strategic Plan, but focus on the facilities aspect so that you are aware of the work that has been done this past year. We would also then like to share some information about a “private” group called the North Royalton Stadium Foundation that was formed this past spring to work with the district about private fundraising for securing funds for new synthetic turf and a track for our high school stadium. The committee will also have additional information to share with you about a renovation project that is presently happening with the east side of the bleachers in the stadium.
At this meeting, the committee would like to share the district Strategic Plan, but focus on the facilities aspect so that you are aware of the work that has been done this past year. We would also then like to share some information about a “private” group called the North Royalton Stadium Foundation that was formed this past spring to work with the district about private fundraising for securing funds for new synthetic turf and a track for our high school stadium. The committee will also have additional information to share with you about a renovation project that is presently happening with the east side of the bleachers in the stadium.
Monday, May 24, 2010
SB 210 Update
A few weeks ago I gave testimony on SB 210. I hope that HB 373 will better address the concerns that have been raised by school district's throughout Ohio. Here is a quick update.
SB 210 passes Senate
The Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill (SB) 210 by a vote of 24-7. SB 210 requires schools to adopt a requirement that students participate in at least 30 minutes of moderate to rigorous physical activity per day. The bill provides that, due to an undue financial hardship, a school may apply for a waiver of the physical activity requirement. SB 210 provides for a waiver for schools to participate in the body mass index (BMI) screening. SB 210 will become the legislative vehicle for the Healthy Choices, Healthy Children Act.
Physical activity waiver
The physical activity requirement would become part of permanent law if SB 210 passes in its current form. The annual waiver included in the bill does not satisfy our concerns about its future implications for schools. A waiver implies that a school district has put off compliance but will at some point be able to implement the required mandate. The bill contains no funding mechanism for a future time when districts would need to comply.
The House Health Committee did have testimony on House Bill (HB) 373 last week and OSBA, the Ohio Association of School Business Officials, the Ohio Federation of Teachers and the Ohio Education Association provided testimony asking that the physical activity requirement be removed from the bill.
SB 210 passes Senate
The Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill (SB) 210 by a vote of 24-7. SB 210 requires schools to adopt a requirement that students participate in at least 30 minutes of moderate to rigorous physical activity per day. The bill provides that, due to an undue financial hardship, a school may apply for a waiver of the physical activity requirement. SB 210 provides for a waiver for schools to participate in the body mass index (BMI) screening. SB 210 will become the legislative vehicle for the Healthy Choices, Healthy Children Act.
Physical activity waiver
The physical activity requirement would become part of permanent law if SB 210 passes in its current form. The annual waiver included in the bill does not satisfy our concerns about its future implications for schools. A waiver implies that a school district has put off compliance but will at some point be able to implement the required mandate. The bill contains no funding mechanism for a future time when districts would need to comply.
The House Health Committee did have testimony on House Bill (HB) 373 last week and OSBA, the Ohio Association of School Business Officials, the Ohio Federation of Teachers and the Ohio Education Association provided testimony asking that the physical activity requirement be removed from the bill.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
On May 19th, I held my Monthly Constituent Coffee at the French Quarter Café. I just wanted to thank those who stopped by to give me their feedback. I hold these monthly coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. I will keep you posted when my next monthly coffee in June will be.
I attended the North Royalton Stadium Foundation’s Press Conference held on May 20th at the North Royalton City Schools Stadium. The North Royalton Stadium Foundation's sole purpose is to privately raise, with no taxpayer money, the necessary funds to renovate the High School Stadium with state-of-the-art synthetic turf and an eight lane all-weather track. Since 1940 our outdoor stadium has hosted countless soccer, football, band and track events. As you know, our community has grown significantly over the past 70 years, but our stadium has not kept pace with that change and growth. The group unveiled their plans for the project and has begun its’ fundraising campaign. The Stadium Foundation’s goal is to raise $1.4 million before February 2011 thereby allowing the construction of the turf and track to be completed before the 2011 fall sports season. If you would like to assist the NR Stadium Foundation with any fundraising efforts, please contact: NR Stadium Foundation Chairman, Larry Vasil at 440-570-2446. The group also has a website in which you can learn more about the project at www.nrstadiumfoundation.com.
As you may know I gave testimony on Senate Bill 210 Healthy Choices, Healthy Children legislation before the Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee, down at the Statehouse in Columbus two weeks ago. I just wanted to share with all the nice story and editorial that the Sun Newspaper did on my testimony and the issue.
SUN STAR COURIER
North Royalton School Board member Dan Langshaw discusses 'Healthy Kids' bill with Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee
By Sara Macho, Sun News
May 20, 2010, 10:04PM
NORTH ROYALTON Childhood obesity and nutrition concerns are sprouting up across the nation and Ohio Senate Bill 210 may bring these concerns closer to home.
School Board member Dan Langshaw testified last week to the Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee about the proposed “Healthy Choices, Healthy Children” legislation that may go into effect as early as next school year.
An amended substitute version of SB 210 was approved last Thursday. The bill calls for many provisions including the establishment of nutritional standards for certain foods and beverages sold in schools and changes in physical education.
Langshaw testified against another requirement calling for 30 minutes of moderate to rigorous physical activity each day for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
According to information released by the Ohio School Board Association, the bill was tweaked to include a provision allowing districts to annually apply to the Ohio Department of Education for a waiver from the 30-minute physical activity requirement.
A hotly debated requirement of periodic measuring of students’ body mass index was removed from SB 210. The measurement would have been part of each district’s state report card.
Langshaw said the school board actively supports the message of SB 210, but the logistics are complex
“We like the changes and it’s all going in the right direction, but it’s just a matter of can we practically do this,” Langshaw said
Langshaw did not have an estimate, but said it would cost the school district “a lot of money” to comply with the proposed legislation
As part of his testimony, Langshaw outlined to the committee what efforts are already being made within the district to ward off childhood obesity and promote health and wellness
The district recently received a $2,000 mini-grant from the Ohio Department of Education to hold an evening parent health and wellness academy. Representatives are also in the process of partnering with the city to host a health expo in conjunction with the 5K Bear Run Nov. 6. More than 100 vendors will be invited to participate.
As a member of the district’s Health and Wellness Committee, Langshaw said many issues are already being addressed at the local level.
“There is so much good we can do, but at the same time, we’re not the solution for everything,” Langshaw said. “Many things (in SB 210) are vague, unclear and very broad, and that concerns us. As a district, we are very fiscally responsible, and we do agree on this issue, but it is a matter of how to go about doing this.”
Education is also key in addressing health concerns, Langshaw said.
“If you really want to solve obesity there has to be more of an educational element to it,” he said. “Are you really educating them about obesity or are you just making them exercise for 30 minutes each day?”
Langshaw suggested the state should instead follow the lead of national initiatives like First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign. Existing health and wellness grants should also be increased and expanded.
SB 210 continues to be tweaked and more hearings are expected.
The Sun Newspaper also did an editorial on the issue as well that can be found at http://www.cleveland.com/sun/all/index.ssf/2010/05/state_officials_on_the_right_t.html
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a City Rec. Board Meeting, Wellness Committee Meeting, and various other events.
City Recreation Board Meeting on May 25th at 6pm @ City Hall, 13834 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
Wellness Committee Meeting on May 26th at 1:30pm @ Board of Education Office,
6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee today May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee. Hope to see you there!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Also please feel free to attend my next monthly constituent coffee this Wednesday, May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee. Hope to see you there!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on May 10th for its’ May Regular School Board Meeting. Bob Serpentini and Aldo Filippelli were honored as the 2009-2010 Friends of Education. The board approved the North Royalton School District’s Five-Year Strategic Plan. The district will focus on six goals in the areas of community engagement, student
achievement, communication, facilities, financial, and collaboration as outlined by the strategic plan. The board also approved a resolution of support for the capital campaign by the Greater Cleveland YMCA to establish the North Royalton YMCA. In addition the board approved David Vitale to be new Band Director at North Royalton High School. The Board has taken action to begin the bid process for the east stands (visitor’s) and all other site work. The Board has accepted an agreement with Crown Castle for the upfront easement money to help fund the west stands (home).
On May 11th I gave testimony on Senate Bill 210 Healthy Choices, Healthy Children legislation before the Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee,
down at the Statehouse in Columbus. I was also joined by representatives from other school districts in the state offering testimony on this pending legislation. As a member of the school district’s Health and Wellness Committee, I have been following this legislation for some time now, because of the potential impact it would have on districts like ours. SB 210 calls for the establishment of nutritional standards for certain foods and beverages sold in public and chartered nonpublic schools; requires public school students to have periodic body mass index measurements; requires daily physical activity for public school students and makes other changes regarding physical education; establishes the Healthy Choices for Healthy Children Council. It was great to have the opportunity to testify before the Ohio Senate on this legislation and ensuring that the North Royalton School District’s voice is heard here in Columbus. I hope that the suggestions I proposed before the committee are included in the final draft of SB 210. Substitute versions of the bill are slated to be presented next week, with a possible vote on SB 210 scheduled for Wednesday.
I attended the North Royalton High School Senior Honors and Awards Night on May 11th to present my local scholarship. Since 2005 I have self-sponsored the, "Dan
Langshaw Leadership Scholarship", a local $300 college scholarship awarded each year to graduating seniors at North Royalton High School that recognizes the achievements of student leaders in the district. I am proud to announce the recipient of the 6th Annual “Dan Langshaw Leadership Scholarship” award is Lindsay Leone. Lindsay plans to attend the University of Akron and major in Chemical Engineering. Again, congrats to Lindsay and all the seniors who received a local scholarship and were recognized for various awards that night. Also special thanks to all those in the community who were generous to donate over $56,000 in scholarships to the district’s graduating high school seniors!
On May 13th I attended the Fourth Annual Retirement Reception for all the teachers and support staff retiring at the end of the school year. I just again want to thank the following for all their years of service in the North Royalton School District: Mary Ellen Chirdon, Grade 4 teacher, Royal View; Leslie First, Family Consumer Science teacher, High School; Rich Golenski, Testing Coordinator, Pupil Services; Doug Hanson, Science teacher, High School; Renee Hoffer, Grade 7 teacher, Middle School; Marty Lydecker, Music Teacher, High School; Jim Mackulin, Custodian, High School; and Chris Studor, Community Information Coordinator for the District. Best of luck on retirement to all of them!
I attended the evening Parent Health and Wellness Academy held at Valley Vista on May 13th. This evening was part of the $2,000 mini-grant the district received a few months ago from the Ohio Department of Education. It was a very fun and informative evening. Those who attended gained valuable knowledge regarding health, fitness, and nutrition. If you ever have a chance there is a great website at www.mypyramid.gov on ways to pack healthy lunches and eat healthy as a family.
On May 14th I was invited to join the ECC Green Team with their planting project as part of their green efforts. It was a fun afternoon working with the little kids, parents, and staff at the ECC.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting, my next Monthly Constituent Coffee, Financial Advisory Committee Meeting and various other events.
Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting on May 19th at 9:30am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on May 19th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room 14713 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
Also please feel free to attend my next monthly constituent coffee this Wednesday, May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee. Hope to see you there!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
The School Board met on May 10th for its’ May Regular School Board Meeting. Bob Serpentini and Aldo Filippelli were honored as the 2009-2010 Friends of Education. The board approved the North Royalton School District’s Five-Year Strategic Plan. The district will focus on six goals in the areas of community engagement, student
achievement, communication, facilities, financial, and collaboration as outlined by the strategic plan. The board also approved a resolution of support for the capital campaign by the Greater Cleveland YMCA to establish the North Royalton YMCA. In addition the board approved David Vitale to be new Band Director at North Royalton High School. The Board has taken action to begin the bid process for the east stands (visitor’s) and all other site work. The Board has accepted an agreement with Crown Castle for the upfront easement money to help fund the west stands (home).
On May 11th I gave testimony on Senate Bill 210 Healthy Choices, Healthy Children legislation before the Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee,
down at the Statehouse in Columbus. I was also joined by representatives from other school districts in the state offering testimony on this pending legislation. As a member of the school district’s Health and Wellness Committee, I have been following this legislation for some time now, because of the potential impact it would have on districts like ours. SB 210 calls for the establishment of nutritional standards for certain foods and beverages sold in public and chartered nonpublic schools; requires public school students to have periodic body mass index measurements; requires daily physical activity for public school students and makes other changes regarding physical education; establishes the Healthy Choices for Healthy Children Council. It was great to have the opportunity to testify before the Ohio Senate on this legislation and ensuring that the North Royalton School District’s voice is heard here in Columbus. I hope that the suggestions I proposed before the committee are included in the final draft of SB 210. Substitute versions of the bill are slated to be presented next week, with a possible vote on SB 210 scheduled for Wednesday.
I attended the North Royalton High School Senior Honors and Awards Night on May 11th to present my local scholarship. Since 2005 I have self-sponsored the, "Dan
Langshaw Leadership Scholarship", a local $300 college scholarship awarded each year to graduating seniors at North Royalton High School that recognizes the achievements of student leaders in the district. I am proud to announce the recipient of the 6th Annual “Dan Langshaw Leadership Scholarship” award is Lindsay Leone. Lindsay plans to attend the University of Akron and major in Chemical Engineering. Again, congrats to Lindsay and all the seniors who received a local scholarship and were recognized for various awards that night. Also special thanks to all those in the community who were generous to donate over $56,000 in scholarships to the district’s graduating high school seniors!
On May 13th I attended the Fourth Annual Retirement Reception for all the teachers and support staff retiring at the end of the school year. I just again want to thank the following for all their years of service in the North Royalton School District: Mary Ellen Chirdon, Grade 4 teacher, Royal View; Leslie First, Family Consumer Science teacher, High School; Rich Golenski, Testing Coordinator, Pupil Services; Doug Hanson, Science teacher, High School; Renee Hoffer, Grade 7 teacher, Middle School; Marty Lydecker, Music Teacher, High School; Jim Mackulin, Custodian, High School; and Chris Studor, Community Information Coordinator for the District. Best of luck on retirement to all of them!
I attended the evening Parent Health and Wellness Academy held at Valley Vista on May 13th. This evening was part of the $2,000 mini-grant the district received a few months ago from the Ohio Department of Education. It was a very fun and informative evening. Those who attended gained valuable knowledge regarding health, fitness, and nutrition. If you ever have a chance there is a great website at www.mypyramid.gov on ways to pack healthy lunches and eat healthy as a family.
On May 14th I was invited to join the ECC Green Team with their planting project as part of their green efforts. It was a fun afternoon working with the little kids, parents, and staff at the ECC.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting, my next Monthly Constituent Coffee, Financial Advisory Committee Meeting and various other events.
Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting on May 19th at 9:30am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee.
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting on May 19th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room 14713 Ridge Rd. North Royalton, OH 44133.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Congrats
I am proud to announce the recipient of the 6th Annual “Dan Langshaw Leadership Scholarship” award is Lindsay Leone. Lindsay plans to attend the University of Akron and major in Chemical Engineering. Again, congrats to Lindsay and all the seniors who received a local scholarship. Also special thanks to all those in the community who were generous to donate to scholarships to the district’s graduating high school seniors!
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Testifying on SB 210 before Ohio Senate
I gave testimony today on Senate Bill 210 Healthy Choices, Healthy Children legislation before the Ohio Senate’s Health, Human Services and Aging Committee, in the North Hearing Room of the Statehouse. I was also joined by representatives from other school districts offering testimony on this pending legislation.
SB 210 calls for the establishment of nutritional standards for certain foods and beverages sold in public and chartered nonpublic schools; requires public school students to have periodic body mass index measurements; requires daily physical activity for public school students and makes other changes regarding physical education; establishes the Healthy Choices for Healthy Children Council.
I was truly honored having the opportunity to testify before the Ohio Senate this morning and ensuring that the North Royalton School District’s voice is heard here in Columbus. It’s great being part of the legislative process and I hope that the suggestions I proposed are included in the final draft of SB 210.
Substitute versions of the bill are slated to be presented next week, with a possible vote on SB 210 scheduled for Wednesday.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
I just wanted to thank the community for their support of the recent renewal levy for the North Royalton School District. Our schools are a good investment for our children, community, and future. The evidence speaks for itself an "excellent with distinction" rating on the state report card and even national recognition being featured on Forbes.com as one of "America’s 25 Best Schools For Your Housing Buck".
There are great things happening in our district! I would like to note one of those great things is that the school board at our May 10th board meeting this Monday will be voting to approve the district’s 5-year strategic plan. It has been exciting that over 800 members of our community have taken part in the process drafting the district’s strategic plan and making this truly a successful community/school effort. Our schools belong to our community and all residents should be very proud of what has been accomplished.
I hope and encourage more members of the community to get engaged in the activities of our district. There are many great opportunities to get involved whether it be joining the PTA, attending a school board meeting, supporting our student athletes and events, or giving your input at a (SCENE) school community exchange night for education. Again, thank you all for your continued support of our schools!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
I attended the City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on May 3rd at North Royalton City Hall as the School Board Representative. The committee discussed the city’s recycling program. The recycling convenience containers have been ordered and should be coming sometime soon. There was also continued discussion on Solar Energy Financing under House Bill 1.
The School Board met on May 4th for its’ Board Work Session and reviewed the May Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters before the Board.
May 4th Election Day Results, our district’s renewal levy passed! Thank you all for your continued support of our schools.
Sun Star-Currier
North Royalton and Broadview Heights voters pass renewal levy for North Royalton City Schools
By Sara Macho, Sun News
May 05, 2010, 10:53AM
Residents in North Royalton and Broadview Heights have never voted down a North Royalton City School District renewal levy and that tradition continued Tuesday night.
According to final unofficial results from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, the 6.5-mill levy was passing with 5,081 votes for and 3,670 against with 27 of 27 precincts reported.
"We believe our message was and is as positive as any district in the state," said Superintendent Ed Vittardi. "Our continued efforts to provide our students an excellent education in a very fiscally responsible manner has been noted by our school community and those even beyond our community lines."
Taxes will not increase as a result of the renewal and the $6,695,000 per year for the operations, raised will be used to maintain current programs and services.
On May 5th I attended the 2010 Annual Band Banquet, sponsored by the North Royalton Band Boosters. We truly have a great band and so many talented students in it! Congrats to all those who received awards and best of luck to all the graduating seniors!
On May 6th I attended the SCENE meeting and Royal View Art Show. Those of you, who don’t know what SCENE is, it stands for school community exchange night for education, are an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration. Royal View Principal Dr. Lasko highlighted the many great things going on at Royal View Elementary School. Royal View has received the 2010 Blue Ribbon Schools Award Nomination. Royal View students are doing many great things in the areas of citizenship and service learning. Students have done project such as: Hearts for Haiti, Turkey Trot, food drives for the North Royalton Food Bank, and many more to help those in our community and abroad. I would like to also note that Royal View raised over $31,000 through private fundraising efforts with the help of the PTA, box tops, and Campbell soup labels to purchase SMART Boards for every classroom and make technology improvements at no cost to taxpayers. Superintendent Vittardi gave a brief update on things going on in the district such as strategic plan, and various other great things going on in the district as we approach the end of the school year.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Meeting, Curriculum Advisory Committee Meeting, and various other events.
May Regular School Board Meeting on May 10th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be approving the district’s 5-year strategic plan, various meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
Curriculum Adv. Committee Meeting on May 12th at 9:30am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Mother’s Day
Today, May 9th is Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day! To all of you who are mother’s thank you for all that you do, especially in the lives of your children. On a personal note, I am truly blessed to have such a great mom who has always been there for me throughout my life, especially when I was a Soldier serving in the military.
Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org. Also please feel free to check out my website at www.danlangshaw.com for various updates and information.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
I just wanted to thank the community for their support of the recent renewal levy for the North Royalton School District. Our schools are a good investment for our children, community, and future. The evidence speaks for itself an "excellent with distinction" rating on the state report card and even national recognition being featured on Forbes.com as one of "America’s 25 Best Schools For Your Housing Buck".
There are great things happening in our district! I would like to note one of those great things is that the school board at our May 10th board meeting this Monday will be voting to approve the district’s 5-year strategic plan. It has been exciting that over 800 members of our community have taken part in the process drafting the district’s strategic plan and making this truly a successful community/school effort. Our schools belong to our community and all residents should be very proud of what has been accomplished.
I hope and encourage more members of the community to get engaged in the activities of our district. There are many great opportunities to get involved whether it be joining the PTA, attending a school board meeting, supporting our student athletes and events, or giving your input at a (SCENE) school community exchange night for education. Again, thank you all for your continued support of our schools!
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
I attended the City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on May 3rd at North Royalton City Hall as the School Board Representative. The committee discussed the city’s recycling program. The recycling convenience containers have been ordered and should be coming sometime soon. There was also continued discussion on Solar Energy Financing under House Bill 1.
The School Board met on May 4th for its’ Board Work Session and reviewed the May Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters before the Board.
May 4th Election Day Results, our district’s renewal levy passed! Thank you all for your continued support of our schools.
Sun Star-Currier
North Royalton and Broadview Heights voters pass renewal levy for North Royalton City Schools
By Sara Macho, Sun News
May 05, 2010, 10:53AM
Residents in North Royalton and Broadview Heights have never voted down a North Royalton City School District renewal levy and that tradition continued Tuesday night.
According to final unofficial results from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, the 6.5-mill levy was passing with 5,081 votes for and 3,670 against with 27 of 27 precincts reported.
"We believe our message was and is as positive as any district in the state," said Superintendent Ed Vittardi. "Our continued efforts to provide our students an excellent education in a very fiscally responsible manner has been noted by our school community and those even beyond our community lines."
Taxes will not increase as a result of the renewal and the $6,695,000 per year for the operations, raised will be used to maintain current programs and services.
On May 5th I attended the 2010 Annual Band Banquet, sponsored by the North Royalton Band Boosters. We truly have a great band and so many talented students in it! Congrats to all those who received awards and best of luck to all the graduating seniors!
On May 6th I attended the SCENE meeting and Royal View Art Show. Those of you, who don’t know what SCENE is, it stands for school community exchange night for education, are an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration. Royal View Principal Dr. Lasko highlighted the many great things going on at Royal View Elementary School. Royal View has received the 2010 Blue Ribbon Schools Award Nomination. Royal View students are doing many great things in the areas of citizenship and service learning. Students have done project such as: Hearts for Haiti, Turkey Trot, food drives for the North Royalton Food Bank, and many more to help those in our community and abroad. I would like to also note that Royal View raised over $31,000 through private fundraising efforts with the help of the PTA, box tops, and Campbell soup labels to purchase SMART Boards for every classroom and make technology improvements at no cost to taxpayers. Superintendent Vittardi gave a brief update on things going on in the district such as strategic plan, and various other great things going on in the district as we approach the end of the school year.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a School Board Meeting, Curriculum Advisory Committee Meeting, and various other events.
May Regular School Board Meeting on May 10th at 7pm @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be approving the district’s 5-year strategic plan, various meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
Curriculum Adv. Committee Meeting on May 12th at 9:30am @ NRHS Community Room, 14713 Ridge Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133.
Mother’s Day
Today, May 9th is Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day! To all of you who are mother’s thank you for all that you do, especially in the lives of your children. On a personal note, I am truly blessed to have such a great mom who has always been there for me throughout my life, especially when I was a Soldier serving in the military.
Contact Info
If you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org. Also please feel free to check out my website at www.danlangshaw.com for various updates and information.
Monthly Coffee with School Board Member Dan Langshaw
If you are a constituent living in the North Royalton School District, you are
invited to attend my next monthly constituent coffee on May 19th at the French Quarter Café located at 5540 Wallings Road from 6pm to 8pm. I hold these coffees in order to stay in touch with fellow residents and listen to their feedback one on one. There is no appointment necessary. Simply stop by and talk to me. Those who attend this month will receive a free small coffee.
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Thursday, May 6, 2010
SCENE Meeting tonight!
The North Royalton School District will host the next SCENE meeting tonight May 6th at 7pm at the Royal View Elementary School Media Center, 13220 Ridge Rd. SCENE, which stands for school community exchange night for education, is an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration.
Hope to see you there!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Hope to see you there!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
North Royalton School District's Renewal Levy Passes
I just wanted to thank the community for their support of the recent renewal levy for the North Royalton School District. Our schools are a good investment for our children, community, and future. The evidence speaks for itself an "excellent with distinction" rating on the state report card and even national recognition being featured on Forbes.com as one of "America’s 25 Best Schools For Your Housing Buck". There are great things happening in our district! I would like to note one of those great things is that the school board at the May 10th board meeting will be voting to approve the district’s 5-year strategic plan. It has been exciting that over 800 members of our community have taken part in the process drafting the district’s strategic plan and making this truly a successful community/school effort. Our schools belong to our community and all residents should be very proud of what has been accomplished. I hope and encourage more members of the community to get engaged in the activities of our district. There are many great opportunities to get involved whether it be joining the PTA, attending a school board meeting, supporting our student athletes and events, or giving your input at a (SCENE) school community exchange night for education. Again, thank you all for your continued support of our schools!
Thanks,
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
Thanks,
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Don't Forget to Vote TODAY
This Today is Election Day, just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors to vote YES on issue 8! Thank you for your support!
Thanks,
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
Thanks,
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Board Update
Good Afternoon:
This Tuesday May 4th is Election Day, just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors to vote YES on issue 8! Thank you for your support!
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
Student Adriana Krasniansky was selected as Martin Essex Scholar. North Royalton High School junior, Adriana Krasniansky, is one of approximately 60 students in Ohio selected as a Martin Essex Scholar. Miss Krasniansky was chosen through a highly competitive application process. She will be attending the Martin W. Essex School for the Gifted for one week this summer at Ohio State University. The program, for students with exceptional ability, fosters personal and interpersonal growth through activities that enhance student academic learning, cultivate leadership and social responsibility, and allow for the exploration of a variety of vocational opportunities. The school is funded through private donations. Miss Krasniansky ranks third in her class of 396 students and has a 4.0 grade point average. She founded the high school debate club and serves as club president. Her other activities and honors include: publicity chair of French Club, member of the track and field team, news editor of the “Royal News”, Link Crew Leader, Student Government representative, National Honor Society, contributing writer to “Inkwell” Literary Magazine, Green Team member, Ukrainian Youth Group Leader, Summer Camp Counselor, student reporter for local newspapers, member of church choir and piano accompanist for student choirs.
“America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck”
Just in case you didn’t hear, the North Royalton City Schools was featured on www.forbes.com for being one of “America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck.” In a recent rating from GreatSchools, North Royalton scored a 9 out of 10 based on its test results thus making the top 25 list. North Royalton was among the top 10 cities in the country that offer families excellent public schools and median home prices between $100K and $200K in this recent study.
The article states:
“Oompah-pah! Oompah-pah! The marching band at North Royalton High School is one of the best in Ohio: It has trumpeted at the Rose Bowl and Indianapolis 500, with between 250 and 400 students enrolled in its ranks annually. Band leader Marty Lydecker is retiring soon, after 36 years of waving his baton. Five choirs also chime here in this suburb near Cleveland. With small-town amenities like an old hardware store, tailor shops, and a shoe repair shop, North Royalton also boasts great outdoor space including a new 15-acre park with walking trails, a community garden, and natural springs in the heart of town. Academically, North Royalton makes the best of good teachers and high parent involvement to achieve two 10s and three 9s among its schools, with 90% of its graduates entering college.”
The link to the photo/headline is: http://www.forbes.com/2010/04/05/best-schools-for-your-housing-buck-business-beltway-greatschools_slide_26.html
Story: http://www.greatschools.org/find-a-school/moving/slideshows/top-public-schools-100k.gs?content=2337&page=5
The district’s profile link is: http://www.greatschools.org/ohio/north-royalton/?s_cid=forbes
GreatSchools is a source of information on school performance. It offers a listing of 200,000 public and private schools serving students from preschool through high school and more than 800,000 parent ratings and reviews.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a City EEE Committee Meeting, School Board Work Session, Election Day and SCENE Meeting.
City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on May 3rd at 7pm @ North Royalton City Hall, 13834 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133.
May 4th is Election Day! Polls open are open from 6:30 am - 7:30 pm. If you don’t know where your polling location is, please click on this link to find out where to vote
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/en-US/My-Polling-Location.aspx
The School Board will meet on May 4th for its’ Board Work Session at 6pm @ the North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be reviewing the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
The North Royalton School District will host the next SCENE event at 7pm May 6th in the Royal View Elementary School Media Center, 13220 Ridge Rd. SCENE, which stands for school community exchange night for education, is an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration. Hope to see you there!
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
This Tuesday May 4th is Election Day, just a reminder that the North Royalton School District has a renewal levy on the ballot. This renewal levy WILL NOT increase taxes and passage is vital to allow our district to maintain current programs and services. Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors to vote YES on issue 8! Thank you for your support!
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to give me at call at 440-785-4240 or e-mail me at dan.langshaw@northroyaltonsd.org.
LAST WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
Student Adriana Krasniansky was selected as Martin Essex Scholar. North Royalton High School junior, Adriana Krasniansky, is one of approximately 60 students in Ohio selected as a Martin Essex Scholar. Miss Krasniansky was chosen through a highly competitive application process. She will be attending the Martin W. Essex School for the Gifted for one week this summer at Ohio State University. The program, for students with exceptional ability, fosters personal and interpersonal growth through activities that enhance student academic learning, cultivate leadership and social responsibility, and allow for the exploration of a variety of vocational opportunities. The school is funded through private donations. Miss Krasniansky ranks third in her class of 396 students and has a 4.0 grade point average. She founded the high school debate club and serves as club president. Her other activities and honors include: publicity chair of French Club, member of the track and field team, news editor of the “Royal News”, Link Crew Leader, Student Government representative, National Honor Society, contributing writer to “Inkwell” Literary Magazine, Green Team member, Ukrainian Youth Group Leader, Summer Camp Counselor, student reporter for local newspapers, member of church choir and piano accompanist for student choirs.
“America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck”
Just in case you didn’t hear, the North Royalton City Schools was featured on www.forbes.com for being one of “America’s 25 Best Schools for Your Housing Buck.” In a recent rating from GreatSchools, North Royalton scored a 9 out of 10 based on its test results thus making the top 25 list. North Royalton was among the top 10 cities in the country that offer families excellent public schools and median home prices between $100K and $200K in this recent study.
The article states:
“Oompah-pah! Oompah-pah! The marching band at North Royalton High School is one of the best in Ohio: It has trumpeted at the Rose Bowl and Indianapolis 500, with between 250 and 400 students enrolled in its ranks annually. Band leader Marty Lydecker is retiring soon, after 36 years of waving his baton. Five choirs also chime here in this suburb near Cleveland. With small-town amenities like an old hardware store, tailor shops, and a shoe repair shop, North Royalton also boasts great outdoor space including a new 15-acre park with walking trails, a community garden, and natural springs in the heart of town. Academically, North Royalton makes the best of good teachers and high parent involvement to achieve two 10s and three 9s among its schools, with 90% of its graduates entering college.”
The link to the photo/headline is: http://www.forbes.com/2010/04/05/best-schools-for-your-housing-buck-business-beltway-greatschools_slide_26.html
Story: http://www.greatschools.org/find-a-school/moving/slideshows/top-public-schools-100k.gs?content=2337&page=5
The district’s profile link is: http://www.greatschools.org/ohio/north-royalton/?s_cid=forbes
GreatSchools is a source of information on school performance. It offers a listing of 200,000 public and private schools serving students from preschool through high school and more than 800,000 parent ratings and reviews.
THIS WEEK IN YOUR SCHOOL BOARD
This week there is a City EEE Committee Meeting, School Board Work Session, Election Day and SCENE Meeting.
City Earth Energy Environment Committee Meeting on May 3rd at 7pm @ North Royalton City Hall, 13834 Ridge Road, North Royalton, OH 44133.
May 4th is Election Day! Polls open are open from 6:30 am - 7:30 pm. If you don’t know where your polling location is, please click on this link to find out where to vote
http://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/en-US/My-Polling-Location.aspx
The School Board will meet on May 4th for its’ Board Work Session at 6pm @ the North Royalton Board of Education Office Conference Room, 6579 Royalton Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133. The Board will be reviewing the April Regular Meeting agenda items, and such other matters that may come before the Board.
The North Royalton School District will host the next SCENE event at 7pm May 6th in the Royal View Elementary School Media Center, 13220 Ridge Rd. SCENE, which stands for school community exchange night for education, is an informal opportunity to ask questions of the school district administration. Hope to see you there!
Have a Great Week!
Dan Langshaw
North Royalton School Board Member
440-785-4240
www.danlangshaw.com
“Putting Students First”
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