Author: Loveland Magazine

  • Cold foggy Sunday morning: Photo by Tom Allen

    Cold foggy Sunday morning: Photo by Tom Allen

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    Loveland Photographer Tom Allen took this photo this morning at the canoe livery in downtown looking south over the Little Miami.

     

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  • District Alert System TEST set for Monday, Oct. 19

    District Alert System TEST set for Monday, Oct. 19

    From the Loveland School Web Site:

     

    Please be aware the Loveland City School District will conduct a TEST of the alert notification system Monday, Oct. 19.

    This TEST will contact the phone numbers and email you selected for the School Alerts system when you completed your Emergency Medical Form. The district utilizes the School Alerts system in the event of an emergency or closing; this system has the capability to distribute email, text, and voice message alerts. Click here for additional background on our School Alerts system.

     

     

  • Loveland High School lock down situation

    Loveland High School lock down situation

    From the Loveland School District FaceBook page:

     

    The district is in the process of installing new computer systems at Loveland High School (LHS). Thursday, Oct. 15, during the installation process a software issue inadvertently enacted the alarm and caused the automated police notification system to be activated. The Loveland Police Department – per procedure – responded immediately, and LHS was placed on lock down.

    Based on the information we had when this happened, the following message was distributed via district social media, and was posted to the LHS website:

    Tiger Family: We want you to be aware that the Loveland Police Department responded to the high school due to an automated alarm. The alarm went off due to a test that was being conducted. It placed the school in lock down for a brief period of time. There is no emergency. All students are safe. Posted Thursday, Oct. 15.

    “We understand how upsetting this may have been for many members of our Tiger Family, including our students and parents,” said Loveland Superintendent Chad Hilliker. “We sincerely apologize for any anxiety that this situation caused, and if you have any specific concerns please feel free to contact me.”

  • CMH Montessori School: First Garden Swap and Plant Exchange

    CMH Montessori School: First Garden Swap and Plant Exchange

    bulbsKing Alfred Daffodil bulbs that are available at the Garden Swap and Plant Exchange. The event happens at the school, located at 927 O’Bannonville Road just east of downtown Loveland, Ohio. More information can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/events/451886138321704/

     

    Join CMH Montessori School for their very first Garden Swap and Plant Exchange. The event is happening at the Loveland school on Saturday, October 17th from 10 AM untill 1 PM.

    Do you have bulbs that need dividing, or perennials that need to be split, or extra flower pots, trowels or gardening gloves? Join CMH School and bring your extra plants, bulbs or supplies to trade for brand new treasures. Dig up your bulbs, place them in a paper grocery sack and label what’s inside.

    The school is Located at 927 O’Bannonville Road just east of downtown Loveland, Ohio. More information can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/events/451886138321704/

     

  • Only 1 Week Left to register for Halloween Edition 2015

    Only 1 Week Left to register for Halloween Edition 2015

     

    Happy Halloween
    Only 1 Week Left To Sign Up!
    Registration Closes Friday, October 23rd at Midnight!
    Murder and Mayhem on Main Street: A Block Party to Die For!
    Your 4 person team is invited to help us solve our Halloween Block Party Murder Mystery!  The Milford shopkeepers are the suspects and it’s your job to decide who committed a vicious crime against one of their own.
    The band, “Counting Skeletons,” will provide entertainment in the streets of Historic Downtown Milford, while you traverse the block party to find out who amongst the townspeople is the killer.
    From 6:30 – 8:30pm, you will run your own murder investigation & attempt to solve the case.  At 8:35pm we will disclose the complete details of the crime, followed by a Best Costume Contest. While we are tallying the results, you will enjoy the food & beer sampling, hosted by Mj’s, Padrino’s, and Chappy’s from 8:30 – 10pm as part of your registration fee. Each team member will receive tickets for 1 food & 1 drink sample at each location. Stay and party throughout the night, as the best detectives will be announced at all three locations.

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    Where: Historic Downtown Milford, Ohio (227 Main Street, Milford OH 45150)
    When: Saturday, October 24th 6:30pm – ?
    Cost: $140/Team of 4 ($35 each)

     

  • Loveland High School students “Leading in Service”

    Loveland High School students “Leading in Service”

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    Richard Ernst, Zoie Smith, Josh Carovillano, Mallory Russ, Ashley Day, Abigail Puchta, Rachel Oberholzer, Ben Lawry, Bre Sambuchino and Adam Rubikas represented the Loveland team at the Mayerson Workshop Friday, Sept. 25.
    Loveland Senior Service Leaders join forces with other districts to discover opportunities available in Cincinnati at annual Mayerson Workshop

    Bringing service to Loveland High School (LHS) and beyond – Senior Service Leaders spent Friday, Sept. 25, engaged with leaders from across the region at the University of Cincinnati for the 18th Annual Mayerson Foundation Student Service Leadership Workshop.

    “This is an opportunity for our Tigers to learn about leadership skills and service opportunities that are available around the city,” said LHS Teacher Bre Sambuchino. “This is important training for our Senior Service Leaders who will be instrumental in our upcoming Senior Service Day – when the entire senior class will be actively engaged in giving back to our Loveland and Cincinnati community.”

     

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  • Who’s afraid of the big, bad wolf?

    Who’s afraid of the big, bad wolf?

    LECC students experience the sights and sounds of Little Red Riding Hood – thanks to the PTA!

     

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    One lucky LECC preschool student made an acting debut in front of classmates as he was pulled from the captive audience to take part in the show.

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Early Childhood Center (LECC) students got to embrace the big, bad wolf Monday, Sept. 28, as the story of Little Red Riding Hood made its way to the stage. The Cincinnati Children’s Theater/Art Reach presented the well-known play to kindergarten and preschool students – all thanks to the PTA!

    “An experience like this really brings book characters to life for our students,” said LECC Principal Kyle Bush. “We are so grateful to our supportive parents for enhancing the learning environment with productions like this.”

     

     

     

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  • Advocacy for Students

    Advocacy for Students

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    Three words that when put together offer a simple summary for what was a school year loaded with complex conversations amongst school administrators, state legislators and – possibly most significantly – countless concerned parents… many from right here in Loveland. During the 2014-15 school year, we worked collectively as advocates for our students, and the result was positive change.[quote_right]Should you have any questions, as always, I’m happy to meet with you.[/quote_right]

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    Chad Hilliker, Loveland City School District superintendent

    PARCC testing, which was at the center of the concerns, is gone, and in its place is AIR – our original vendor for state tests when we administered the OAA and OGT. The test time is now reduced to just one testing cycle and a reduction in the amount of time students are being assessed. As both an educator and parent I am pleased with the progress we have made. It is my strong belief that all parents should allow their students to participate in statewide assessments this year. My own daughter will be taking the third grade assessments; it will give me an opportunity to see how she compares to her peers both locally and statewide.

    While together we have made positive progress – the task is not complete.

    [quote_left]All students deserve our attention. All students deserve our best. All students deserve our advocacy.[/quote_left]As the educational leader for this district, I continue to advocate for students. My promise to you is to stay in contact with our elected officials to continue to engage in conversation about doing what is best for all students. I will continue what has been groundbreaking work with other superintendents to communicate the outstanding work we accomplish in our classrooms. As school leaders we began discussing our concerns with the limited scope the state report card information provided to parents, and from those discussions the Quality Profile – which is now used in 60 districts across the state of Ohio – was born. And I will continue to advocate as part of the Alliance for Higher Quality Education’s Accountability Task Force to help address the concerns over state testing.

    Each year there are areas of improvement in education that need to be shared with our elected officials. This year the Greater Cincinnati School Advocacy Network has had multiple conversations with legislators about the need for charter school reform. Currently, House Bill (HB) 2 has made recommendations to improve the oversight for charter schools. As your educational leader, I am advocating for the same accountability of for-profit charter schools as our public school districts have experienced to ensure as a state we maintain a high quality education for all students in Ohio.

    All students deserve our attention. All students deserve our best. All students deserve our advocacy.

    Should you have any questions, as always, I’m happy to meet with you.

    Dedicated to the future of our students,

    Chad Hilliker

    Loveland City School District

    Superintendent

    hillikch@lovelandschools.org

     

     

  • Celebrating the Divine Feminine at Sanga Yoga

    Celebrating the Divine Feminine at Sanga Yoga

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    Fall is the perfect time of year to celebrate the Divine Feminine and the Inner Goddess. Join us for two wonderful events to celebrate the Divine Woman.

     

    Celebrating the Divine Feminine at Sanga Yoga

    The beginning of spring and the beginning of autumn are considered to be important junctions of climatic and solar influences. These two periods are taken as sacred opportunities for the honoring of the Divine Mother and the sacred Inner Goddess.

    Sangha Yoga Studio is pleased to announce two very special offerings that lend themselves to celebrate and honor the inner goddess and Divine Feminine.

    This month, Pam Brown RYT500, will continue her 4-week women’s movement series and Nena Complo’s women’s discussion circle begins Saturday November 7th.

    We look forward to you finding your voice, celebrating your brilliance, and remembering the Essence of who you are as a woman. “I am woman, hear me roar!”  🙂

    Join us in celebrating your Divine Feminine at one of our lovely women’s circles.

    Mother Wound with Pam Brown
    Sundays October 18 & 25, 2015
    6pm – 7:30pm,
    offered by donation.

    Each week Pam allows the lessons for Shakti Sunday’s to flow down from Higher Places. This upcoming week, two words whispered to her soul, “Mother Wound.” This session is about Healing the Mother Wound and coming together in sisterhood and celebration of our Divine Feminine.

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    Women’s Spiritual Circle
    with Nena Complo
    Saturdays in November
    6pm – 7:30pm
     $5 – $10 sliding scale

    Join Nena Complo for a wonderful evening dedicated to sharing, listening, singing, and being heard. This spiritual women’s group is for any woman who desires to have community and connection. This is a beautiful way to spend your Saturday night. Open to all.

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