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  • Let us introduce to you the Loveland High School Class of 2019

    Let us introduce to you the Loveland High School Class of 2019

    Zach Jacobs celebrates his graduation

    Photo by Sam Smith

    In these two LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV videos, you can watch from the floor level of the Xavier University Cintas Center as the Seniors of the 2019 Loveland High School Class of 2019 enter for their commencement exercise and leave as distinguished graduates who have successfully completed their course of study. [Sunday May 26, 2019]

    The music was provided by a full string/brass orchestra of Loveland non-seniors, directed by Geoff Miller.

    Before

    AFTER!

    Also take a look at these photos from the ceremony by Loveland photographer, Sam Smith:

    Photo essay: Loveland says goodbye to class of 2019

     

     

    These awards, scholarships, and academic, music, art, and athletic honors were announced in a ceremony on May 15 at the High School.

     

     

  • Photo essay: Loveland says goodbye to class of 2019

    Photo essay: Loveland says goodbye to class of 2019

    by Sam Smith

    Xavier Cintas Center- Cincinnati, OH- Sunday, May 26th: a day students and parents alike anticipated for thirteen years. 12:30pm: a canopy of 365 black caps and orange tassels filed into rows along the floor of the Xavier University Cintas Center. As the Loveland class of 2019 slipped into their alphabetical-order seats, students shared glances of equal glee and nervous anticipation.

    Superintendent Dr. Amy Crouse and Principal Peggy Johnson

    Students and parents were greeted by a full string/brass orchestra of Loveland non-seniors, a multi-class performance unusual in years past. Band teacher Geoff Miller conducted a many-minute rendition of Pomp and Circumstance.

    Soon after the Loveland class of 2019 was seated, class representative Jordan Morrison offered a welcome. Class representative Meghan Lolli introduced guests and lead The National Anthem, followed by class president Jackson Tyler Popp’s presidential address.

    Between speeches, Loveland’s 2019 choral Senior Ensemble sang Irish Blessing, a long-running tradition. Hannah Ackley followed the performance with her salutatory address.

    Valedictorian Seung-Min Ko addresses peers and parents
    Students move their tassels to signify their graduation
    Post- Loveland Students throw their caps as confetti rains down

     

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  • Loveland District Teaching and Learning team unveil the Portrait of a Tiger

    Loveland District Teaching and Learning team unveil the Portrait of a Tiger

    The community’s collective vision for the student experience at Loveland

    by Andrea Conner (Director of Teaching and Learning), Eric Dool (Director of Student Services) and David Knapp (Director of Technology and Innovation).

    What skills do children and young people need in today’s rapidly changing, interconnected and diverse world? Over the past school year, the Teaching and Learning team at Loveland City Schools has met with more than 800 students, staff and community members to pose the question of what skills and experiences we want our children to possess as they graduate from Loveland High School. From these meetings, the Portrait of a Tiger has evolved, identifying the collective vision that expresses the community’s aspirations for all our students.

    Andrea Conner

    We have systematically collected the feedback we received and diligently taken notes as we’ve shadowed our youngest students through their days at school. We’ve spoken to hundreds of elementary, intermediate, middle and high school students about what matters to them and how school can become more relevant in their lives.

    The Portrait of a Tiger encourages us to strive beyond the focus on high-stakes testing and grades, and comprehensively look at the skills students need to develop early to be successful in society and the workforce later. It is based on the “Portrait of a Graduate” – a concept developed by 21st century leader in education, Battelle for Kids – and is a first step toward transforming our school system so that it creates an all-embracing experience for students that allows them to develop the competencies that will make them thrive as effective, life-long learners.

    David Knapp

    The Portrait of a Tiger is a commitment to our students and will serve as a compass for the Loveland City School District, providing strategic direction for everyone involved in the education of our Tigers. It will continue to steer us in the right direction through professional learning for staff, our guaranteed and viable curriculum, and through Innovative Instructional Grants that will be awarded to trailblazing educators who embrace the challenge of change.

    Eric Dool

    To learn more about the Portrait of a Tiger, feel free to contact the Loveland City School District Teaching and Learning team. Email or phone (513) 683-5600 Phone.

    Andrea Conner, Director of Teaching and Learning
    Eric Dool, Director of Student Services
    David Knapp, Director of Technology and Innovation

     

  • Loveland Educating Against Alcohol and Drugs Youth Ambassadors Join the We Are The Majority Rally

    Loveland Educating Against Alcohol and Drugs Youth Ambassadors Join the We Are The Majority Rally

    21 LEAAD Youth Ambassadors from Loveland, led by program coordinator Katie Sedziol (on the left), attended the 2019 We Are The Majority Rally in Columbus on April 30.

    Thousands of teens from across the state come together to celebrate their drug-free lifestyle

     

    Columbus, Ohio – On Tuesday, April 30, 21 LEAAD (Loveland Educating Against Alcohol and Drugs) youth ambassadors from Loveland City Schools embarked on their first trip to the “We Are The Majority Rally” in Columbus, Ohio. There they met more than 2,000 other teens from across Ohio to celebrate that the majority of youth in the state are choosing to stay drug and alcohol free. The day was full of events to shine a light on the fact that youth in Ohio are promoting mental health wellness and leading the way in alcohol and drug prevention efforts. The event, organized by the nonprofit “Prevention Action Alliance,” included a performance and testimony from the local Columbus band Pray for Sleep. In addition, Governor Mike DeWine spoke to the youth about the importance of the hard work within the prevention realm they are facilitating in their communities.

    The vision of LEAAD, a  coalition with members that include Loveland City Schools, the NEST Community Learning Center, Hope Restored, Little Miami River Chamber Alliance, the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department and many more, is to provide students with direction, education and awareness of healthy life choices in a positive environment, and support children and families in prevention and intervention strategies through community and school activities based on best practices research, data and policy.

    “They’re making our community a better place to live”

    “The coalition is beyond thankful to the youth ambassadors for leading the charge on prevention efforts in the community of Loveland,” said Katie Sedziol, LEAAD program coordinator. “They’re making our community a better place to live, grow and learn. We hope that this rally marks the first of many future trips to Columbus in the years to come to celebrate that youth are an integral piece of the drug prevention efforts in Loveland.”

    For more information about LEAAD and how to join the coalition, please contact Katie Sedziol at sedzioka@lovelandschools.org. All adults and youth are welcome.

  • Melissa Prenger honored with “Celebrate Excellence” educator award

    Melissa Prenger honored with “Celebrate Excellence” educator award

    Melissa Prenger, third grade teacher at Loveland Elementary School (LES), was honored at the 2019 Celebrate Excellence educator recognition breakfast on May 3. The event, a prestigious annual scholarship fundraising event and ceremony by the Hamilton County Education Foundation, is an opportunity to honor public school educators of excellence throughout the county.

    Anthony Munoz, Master of Ceremonies, presented the 2019 Celebrate Excellence Award to Melissa Prenger, teacher at Loveland Elementary School.
    Anthony Munoz, Master of Ceremonies, presented the 2019 Celebrate Excellence Award to Melissa Prenger, teacher at Loveland Elementary School.

    “Mrs. Prenger is not only an outstanding math teacher, but also passionate about spreading kindness in our school and community,” said LES Principal Jen Forren. “She has run a long list of ‘compassion projects’ and established the LES Kindness Council, which not only have helped develop empathy and compassion among the students, but also have provided leadership opportunities for our third and fourth graders.”

    Over the past four years, Prenger has led the LES Kindness Council through a number of compassion projects to benefit others, including collecting backpacks for children in Haiti, collecting more than 10,000 pairs of socks for homeless shelters during “Socktober,” and sending more than 400 holiday “caring cards” to troops overseas.

    “It is such a privilege to honor a teacher that empowers our Tigers to be kind and serve others,” said Loveland City School District Superintendent Dr. Amy Crouse. “Mrs. Prenger inspires all of us and has had significant impact on adults as well as children over her years at Loveland. She has a heart of gold and we are so lucky to have her.”

  • [Video] Fine Arts Signing Day at Loveland High School

    [Video] Fine Arts Signing Day at Loveland High School

    Loveland, Ohio – Loveland High School held its fourth annual Fine Arts Signing Day to celebrate the 18 seniors who have committed to continuing their art and music studies in college. The ceremony took place in the main gym at Loveland High School on Tuesday, May 7. The following students were recognized:

    Samantha Aldrich – University of Cincinnati (DAAP – Architecture)
    Kyra Bowman – College for Creative Studies (Photography)
    Olivia Buell – The Modern College of Design
    Sydney Cree – University of Cincinnati (DAAP Interior Design)
    Evan Dial – University of Delaware (Oboe Performance)
    Ethan Diver – University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music (Jazz Studies)
    Curtis Feder – Ohio University (Broadcast, Journalism & Music Performance)
    Kayla Gibbins – University of Cincinnati (DAAP – Communication Design)
    Isabella Huelsman – Ohio University (Scripps College of Communication)
    Hannah Karp – University of Cincinnati (DAAP Industrial Design)
    Jensen Knecht – University of Cincinnati (Scripps College of Communication)
    Hunter Lindemann – Xavier University (Music Education)
    Cara Noel – The Ohio State University (Microbiology & Music)
    Caelan Quigley – The Ohio State University (Mechanical Engineering & Music)
    Samuel Richardson – Bowling Green State University (Digital Arts with a specialization in Computer Animation & Video)
    Eric Round – Miami University (Athletic Training & Saxophone Performance)
    Sarah Stevens – University of Cincinnati (DAAP – Communication Design)
    Joe Timmerman – Ohio University (Scripps College of Communication)

  • Caledonian Society returns to Museum Center

    Caledonian Society returns to Museum Center

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    June 6th

    6 until 8:30 PM

    Loveland, Ohio – Rain forced the museum to cancel last August’s planned event, but Robert Reid and his Drum & Bag Pipes Band have agreed to return in June.

    Reid will lead the band playing popular Scottish tunes everyone loves. Light supper fare will be served on the veranda with adult beverages available for a donation. Bring a friend and a lawn chair for outdoor seating (some chairs available here), enjoy a tour through the museum (Nancy Ford Cones exhibit), log cabin, and enjoy the music and refreshments.

    Open to the public.

    This will also be a time to see the new interactive Time Line video. Although user friendly, members will be available to explain how this first phase works.

    CSC BadgeThe Caledonian Society of Cincinnati was formed in 1827, and is the oldest Caledonian Society in continuing existence in the United States. It was initially formed for the purpose of aiding indigent Scottish immigrants in the Cincinnati area. Since then, the Society has grown into an organization devoted to preserving and promoting Scottish culture and heritage.

    The Loveland Museum Center is located at 201 Riverside along the State and Scenic Little Miami River in the West Loveland Historic District.

     

  • [5/8/19] Up-date on Loveland High School Sports

    [5/8/19] Up-date on Loveland High School Sports

    by Matt Huether

    Loveland, Ohio – The Spring Sports season at Loveland High School is nearing a close. Here is a recap and continuing play for each team.

    Men’s Tennis

    Sectionals took place on May 7th at the ATP (Lindner Tennis Center). Advancing from Sectionals to Districts are Senior Captain, Matt Huether and Junior, Alex Ditchen in Men’s Doubles.  Sophomore, Connor Ruble, has a District qualifying match this Friday, 5/10, versus Fairfield. District seeding matches will take place on Saturday, 5/11 at the ATP at 8:30 AM.

    Men’s Baseball

    Baseball hosts Hamilton on May 14th in their First Round Sectional matchup. The team currently sits at 10-11 (5-8 in the ECC) but have won 7 of their last 8 games.

    Women’s Fastpitch

    Fastpitch currently sits at 4-19 (3-9 in the ECC) and look to close out the season strong. They are led by Junior, Katelyn Kramer who is hitting .462 with 5 home runs.

    Track

    Both Men’s and Women’s Track have their ECC Conference meet tomorrow, 5/8 and Friday, 5/10 at Anderson. Loveland looks to win the ECC Championship for the first time since 2017 (Men’s) and for the first time as a program (Women’s). (No results are available on the Conference Web Site, however you can find the latest Tiger results as the meet progresses on Twitter. Loveland Athletics LovelandAthletics @LovTigers_AD)

    Men’s Lacrosse

    Men’s Lacrosse currently sit at 4-11 (2-2 in the ECC) and have won 2 of their last 4 games. They are currently tied with Turpin for 3rd in the ECC.

    Women’s Lacrosse

    Women’s Lacrosse currently sit at 10-2 (3-1 in the ECC) and have won 8 of their last 9 games. They currently sit in 2nd in the ECC and look to finish off their regular season on a strong note.

  • Sam Richardson and Claire Beseler earn multiple awards at the Golden Lion Awards Film Festival

    Sam Richardson and Claire Beseler earn multiple awards at the Golden Lion Awards Film Festival

    On Sunday, April 28, the sixth annual Golden Lion Awards Film Festival recognized students from across the Midwest, including two from Loveland High School: Sophomore Claire Beseler won a Mountain Lion Award for her short narrative film This Broken Mind and Senior Sam Richardson, who had a total of five films accepted into the competition, won the Mountain Lion Award for his film Cybersecurity Privacy and Safety (public service announcement category). Richardson was also an animation category finalist with Bombs Away and a finalist in the informational/educational category with his film Intellectual Property.

    The Golden Lion Awards are produced and directed by The Underground Academy of Cinematic Arts. The competition is open to high school and middle school students in 12 Midwest states, as well as areas of an additional 15 states within 500 miles of Cincinnati.

    Last month, Beseler’s film This Broken Mind was the winner of the short narrative category in the third annual New Media Film Festival at Mount Saint Joseph University. On Sunday, May 5, Richardson’s animation Bombs Away will be recognized at the Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibition awards ceremony for being in the top 25 out of more than 11,000 artworks submitted to the competition.

  • [video] Niki Christow, Josh Elfers, Ian Fields, Grace Moriarty, and Jordan Morrison sign National letters of Intent

    [video] Niki Christow, Josh Elfers, Ian Fields, Grace Moriarty, and Jordan Morrison sign National letters of Intent

    Loveland, Ohio – On April 17 five Loveland student-athletes signed their National Letter of Intent to play their sport beyond the high school level.

    In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV video, you can watch the ceremony conducted by Loveland High School Athletic Director Brian Conaster as he talks about their academic and athletic achievements.

    Niki Christow – Soccer (Wittenberg University)
    Josh Elfers – Football (Hanover College)
    Ian Fields – Soccer (John Carroll University)
    Grace Moriarty – Cross Country and Track (Nova Southeastern)
    Jordan Morrison – Track (High Point University)