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Loveland School District announces Innovative Classroom Grant winners

Nine teacher-designed and student-inspired projects awarded to advance the goals of #TigerInnovation #TigerGrowth and #TigerCare across the district

Loveland, Ohio – From the establishment of an Innovation Lab at Loveland Primary School (LPS) to encourage educational risk taking to the creation of Virtual Reality Environments at Loveland Middle School (LMS) to help students with special needs – the Loveland City School District is excited to announce the district will help fund nine projects for the 2018-19 school year as part of the annual Innovative Classroom Grant program. The selection of winners was presented to the Loveland Board of Education during the April 17 Board Business Meeting.

“With this next iteration of the Innovative Classroom Grant, we have learned so much about what innovation truly means and looks like across our classrooms,” said Loveland Director of Technology and Innovation David Knapp. “Innovation is not about things. It’s about embracing the perspective of our students to think about teaching and learning differently.

“We could not be more excited to see the growth and development of these teacher-generated and student-inspired ideas that resulted from this year’s grant opportunity. As we plan and eventually implement these new ideas that will impact so many of our students immediately, we are also piloting experiences that could impact our students for years to come in thinking about the next phase of our Loveland classrooms and learning experiences.”

The district established Innovative Classroom Grants during the 2016-17 school year to fund innovative teacher ideas that would enhance the district’s three key goals of providing Tiger academic Growth, Innovation and Care. In the program’s debut year, the district funded 11 projects, including flexible learning spaces, MakerSpace and digital microscopes. This year, projects will continue to impact Tigers at all age levels, with continued focus on Growth, Innovation and Care.

“Loveland Middle School plans to design a space with social and emotional learning supports for our students who struggle with anxiety and anger,” said LMS Counselor Kim Shafer – who was part of a winning grant team. “We will have tools and programs to help our students take a minute away from class to reset emotionally – with the goal to rejoin the class. This will be a powerful way for the district to provide Tiger Care.”

“Our grant idea was inspired by watching our students at Loveland Primary School work with MakerSpace – which was part of the grant selection last year,” said Innovative Instructional Coach Traci Stubenrauch – who was a part of a winning grant team. “Our hope for the LPS Innovation Lab is that it will be a place for students and teachers to be able to take educational risks, try new things, collaborate, share and give each other feedback.”

“This is an important investment to continue to make as we develop a world-class student experience for our Tigers that is unlike any other,” said Loveland Superintendent Dr. Amy Crouse. “This opportunity puts our rock star educators in a position to game-change the traditional classroom for their students. We appreciate the support of our Board of Education as we take opportunities like these to enhance our core business – preparing students for tomorrow, today – in unique ways.”

The winning projects included (by building):

Loveland Primary School

LPS Innovation Lab – Cristin Kiefer and Traci Stubenrauch

Loveland Elementary School

iPods for Personalized Learning – Heidi Weber

Loveland Intermediate School

Team Model for Flexible Learning – Kelly Coldiron and John Waple

Flexible Space for Collaborative Learning – Natasha Young

Loveland Middle School

Virtual Reality Environments – Rachael Angel

Social and Emotional Learning Supports – Lauren Cripe, Kim Shafer and Anita Winning

Student Designed Flexible Learning Space – Chloe Jackson

Digital Art Creation – Kacey Watkins

Loveland High School

Gamified Flexible Learning Space – Chris Herbert

May 10, 2018
Granny turns school campus into community’s largest garden store for weekend sale that benefits school children
Volunteers were working hard Wednesday in preparation for the 15th Annual Plant Sale at the Loveland Primary & Elementary Schools

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Join Granny’s Garden School on Saturday, May 5th from 7AM – 5PM and Sunday, May 6th from 9AM – 2PM for their 15th Annual Plant Sale at the Loveland Primary & Elementary Schools.

Featuring a bountiful variety of Vegetables, Sweet & Hot Peppers, Hybrid & Heirloom Tomatoes, Herbs, and Annual & Perennial Flowers! (All priced the same as our growers charge locally with a portion of all proceeds going to the garden program.)

To receive a coupon for a FREE Cherry Tomato plant for each child you bring to the sale, email Granny: roberta@grannysgardenschool.org

Shop for plants and stay for other fun activities such as:
- Rita Heikenfeld, Herbalist, will be at the Plant Sale Saturday, May 5th from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- FOOD TRUCKS: Caveman Crepes: Saturday: 9am – 1pm, Sunday: 9am – 1pm Serving Savory Sandwich & Sweet Dessert Crepes
- Loveland Dairy Whip: Saturday: 11am – 5pm, Sunday: 11am – 2pm Serving Cones, Sundaes, Banana Boats & Specialty Desserts
*Rain or Shine!*

For more information, call (513) 324-2873 or visit www.grannysgardenschool.org. Check us out on Facebook: @grannysgardenschool

Mission, Vision, Values– Granny’s Garden School develops and supports hands-on learning experiences for children through schoolyard-based garden and nature focused programs to help children experience nature, the satisfaction of growing their own food and to appreciate the simple pleasure of picking a flower.

Kids + magnifying glasses in the gardens = discovery

Who we are – Granny’s Garden School is a non-profit organization that develops and manages garden and nature based programs on school grounds. We remove obstacles that often prevent schools from offering outdoor education by providing infrastructure, personnel, volunteers, integrated curriculum and …

Creating a Schoolyard Nature Garden

What we do – Granny’s Garden School provides a complete package of services that include: Design, creation, installation, management and year-around maintenance of educational food and flower gardens, learning centers and nature trails on school grounds. An educational package with …

It all started in Granny’s backyard.

History – In 2002, years ahead of the school garden movement that is now sweeping the globe, a grandmother approached the principal at her grandchildren’s grade school in Loveland, OH and asked permission to create a garden on the school grounds. This was the beginning of Granny’s Garden School.

A lesson in the Sunflower Reading Room.

Finances – Granny’s Garden School, though based on school grounds is not funded by the school district. All services are provided free of charge to the district. We are recognized as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organized by the United States Treasury and funded by donations, grants.
May 3, 2018
LEAAD’s ‘Right Under Your Nose 2.0’ a success for parents

Miami Township Police Chief Sue Madsen, Loveland Superintendent Dr. Amy Crouse, and Loveland Police Chief Sean Rahe presenting at the Right Under Your Nose 2.0 event.

By Johnnie Kanoza,

Great success.

That’s the way participants of the Loveland Educating Against Alcohol & Drugs (LEAAD) Right Under Your Nose (RUYN) 2.0 event described the Sunday, March 11, informational session at Prince of Peace Church. Attended by Loveland parents and members of the surrounding communities, the event was designed as an educational opportunity for adults only, uncoveringthe hidden dangers that students face on a daily basis, including: substance abuse, violence, juvenile crime, technology, and risky behaviors.

The evening was kicked off by hearing a powerful, joint message from Loveland Superintendent Dr. Amy Crouse, Loveland Police Chief Sean Rahe and Miami Township Police Chief Sue Madsen expressing their commitment of locking arms to make our communities safer as we face the drug epidemic through promoting awareness.

RUYN 2.0 educated us on several ways as parents we can help guide and lead our children. In these rapidly changing times where technology has become a key mode of communication, it is important to equip parents with information about what their students have access to. LEAAD Executive Committee Member and Loveland Middle School Assistant Principal Jayson Bruce did an outstanding job on sharing insight about different apps and aspects of social media, coaching parents that conversations with children around the potential dangers of technology and social media are as important as conversations around the dangers of drugs and alcohol.

Loveland School Resource Officer Fred Barnes shared his knowledge on drug paraphernalia and use, along with telltale signs to look for in the bedrooms of our children. The “mock bedroom” display was a great way to bring his message together. Officer Barnes reminded us all the power of simply talking to our children, and even more importantly, always listening and knowing they are looking for guidance.

Speaker Beth Renner shared a powerful, personal story of loss as she talked about her son Zack, who lost his life to addiction. It was a poignant message filled with courage and her hope to impact one life as she continues to share her story.

As the program coordinator of LEAAD, I want to offer a special and sincere thank you to Loveland’s Prince of Peace Church for allowing us to host our event in their beautiful facility, and to all of the community resources that made this such a great evening.

Johnnie Kanoza is the Program Coordinator for Loveland Educating Against Alcohol & Drugs

As we move forward into spring, LEAAD’s mission is to continue leading, educating and promoting awareness about alcohol and drug abuse throughout the Loveland community. We are dedicated to providing the resources and tools to help keep our schools, neighborhoods and surrounding communities safe. Our hope is through events like this we will activate our community to take action, join together and stand united as one.

More details on the event will be located on our LEAAD Facebook page, along with other events we will be participating in.

Our work is just getting started. There are many great things in the works for next school year. Stay tuned!

May 2, 2018
Loveland Middle School Weekly Awards

7th Grade:

Social Studies: Marina Worley

Science: Ty Harter

Math: Kate Watson

English: Caitlyn Adams

8th Grade:

Social Studies: Nate Bayliff

Science: Ben Wiegele

Math: Luca Aquilino

English: Claire Davis

Electives:

Phys Ed/Health: Knox Sarver

Foreign Language: Quin Whalen

Fine Arts: Maddy Fox

Music: Anthony Cervantes

Staff:

Jennifer Ramage, 8th Grade Science & Math

7th Grade:

Social Studies: Aidan Hook

Science: Tyler Oaks

Math: Cole Kissick

English: Carmen Noe

8th Grade:

Social Studies: Macklin Allen

Science: Olivia Tyra

Math: Alex Salatin

English: Brianna Chapin

Electives:

Phys Ed/Health: Jordan Powell

Foreign Language: Kyle Becker

Fine Arts: Mallory Hanna

Music: Kate Watson

Staff:

Kathy Dollenmeyer, Paraprofessional

May 2, 2018
[Exclusive Video] Loveland High School Spring Signing Day
Cade Spike • Paige Naber • Lindy Walker • Morgan Naber • Abbie Puchta • Tanner Miller • Adam Clark

“It is an emotional experience for all involved,” said Loveland Interim Athletic Director Brian Conatser.

Loveland, Ohio – In this LOVELAND MAGAZINE TV VIDEO Loveland High School Interim Athletic Director, Brian Conatser honored seven student-athletes on April 11 who committed to advance their educational and athletic careers to the next level during the LHS Athletic Spring Signing Day in the LHS Gym. Students were surrounded by family members, coaches, and friends as they announced their intentions and signed papers formalizing their intent.

“It is an emotional experience for all involved,” said Loveland Interim Athletic Director Brian Conatser. “This is a moment many of these students have been working toward nearly their entire tenure as students, and these are the people who have cheered them on each step of the way. We are incredibly proud of what they have accomplished, and we wish them all the best.”

The student-athletes who signed at the event included:
- Adam Clark – Men’s Lacrosse,Cleveland State University
- Tanner Miller – Volleyball, Thomas More College
- Morgan Naber – Women’s Lacrosse, Kent State University
- Paige Naber – Women’s Lacrosse, Mount St. Joseph University
- Abbie Puchta – Women’s Lacrosse, Marietta College
- Cade Spikes – Baseball, North Greenville University
- Lindy Walker – Women’s Lacrosse, Transylvania University
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Apr 17, 2018
Loveland High School’s production of Into the Woods

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We are proud to announce Loveland High School’s production of the Broadway hit, Into the Woods, presented in the high school auditorium on April 11-14th at 7 pm. There will be a special Happily Ever After matinee on Saturday at 2 pm, accompanied by a meet and greet for the children who want to step into their favorite fairy tales.

This musical entails the story of a baker and his wife, who are sent on a wild goose chase into the woods to break a curse placed upon them by a vengeful witch. Meanwhile, Cinderella longs to go to the royal festival while Red Riding Hood is off to visit her grandmother. Many other fairy tale characters, including Snow White and Jack with his beanstalk, interweave their stories throughout this riveting show. Despite what you believe will happen midway through, the main characters end up realizing that you need to be careful of what you wish for…

Tickets are $10 for students and senior citizens, $12 for adults if bought ahead of the show time. Tickets at the door are $11 for students and senior citizens, $13 for adults. Children 4 and under are free.

Tickets are available at our website: http://lovelandhstheater.wixsite.com/lhsdrama

We hope to see you in the woods!

Apr 5, 2018
Loveland High School seniors Emily Kiehl and Radu Vasilescu receive $3,000 grant

The CEI Foundation awards grant to teens’ project using virtual reality to treat eye disorder

Blue Ash, Ohio – The Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation, the charitable foundation of Cincinnati Eye Institute, has awarded two seniors at Loveland High School a grant of $3,000. The Foundation’s Research Committee, chaired by Robert Sisk, M.D., made this IGNITE grant to fund an innovative treatment for children with amblyopia, also known as lazy eye. This grant will fund additional computer equipment that will allow children to use virtual reality glasses to play games while strengthening eye muscles.

Emily Kiehl and Radu Vasilescu came up with the idea to use Oculus Rift virtual reality technology to simulate patching one’s eye and playing games filled with perspective and optical depth perspective on the eye needing therapy.

Kiehl, who was born with amblyopia and was successfully treated for the condition, sees this as a potential treatment method. “Using the VR headset, we believe that children can force their brain to start using both eyes evenly,” Kiehl said.

“By surpassing 40 plus college-level teams with our high school prototype, we proved our project is worthwhile and has recognized potential.” – Radu Vasilescu

Kiehl and Vasilescu built a prototype of this design at the University of Cincinnati event “Revolution UC,” a 24-hour, team-based project development competition and won the first place prize awarded by a panel of IT professionals. They invested the winnings from this prize into development of the project.

“By surpassing 40 plus college-level teams with our high school prototype, we proved our project is worthwhile and has recognized potential,” added Vasilescu.

Kiehl and Vasilescu previously built a computer from scrap parts and a loaned graphics card. The computers will enable them to expand their research into the effectiveness of this approach.

Kiehl and Vasilescu presented the idea to The Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation and were awarded a $3,000 grant which they will use to purchase two high-powered computers needed to run the program. The students previously built a computer from scrap parts and a loaned graphics card. The computers will enable them to expand their research into the effectiveness of this approach.

“We are happy to award Emily and Radu an IGNITE grant for their forward-thinking and entrepreneurial approach to help children born with amblyopia.” – Patrick Ward

“We are happy to award Emily and Radu an IGNITE grant for their forward-thinking and entrepreneurial approach to help children born with amblyopia,” said Patrick Ward, president of The Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation. “We support efforts for new treatments to help eye disorders, and know that this project has the ability to help many young children.”

The team is hoping to involve students in the Loveland School District, as well as Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in their project to help them test out the technology.

Both Kiehl and Vasilescu will graduate from Loveland High School this spring and will pursue computer science degrees; Kiehl will attend the University of Cincinnati and Vasilescu will attend Duke University.

Watch this video where Emily and Radu explain their invention and talk about what it does.

Also read this story about Emily Kiehl and Radu Vasilescu:

Loveland High School seniors Emily Kiehl and Radu Vasilescu receive $3,000 grant

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Mar 19, 2018
Public invited for Q&A with finalists for Loveland superintendent job

Loveland Board of Education selects finalists for superintendent search

Public invited to participate in meet & greet with each candidate

Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Board of Education has announced three finalists for the position of superintendent, following the search timeline established and first communicated in November 2017. The finalists will meet the Loveland community on the following dates:

Karen Naber

Karen Naber, (Assistant Superintendent Sycamore Schools)

Tuesday February 27 at 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Loveland High School Media Center

Dr. Chad Konkle (Assistant Superintendent Hamilton City Schools) (No photo available)

Thursday, March 1 at 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Loveland High School Media Center

Dr. Amy Crouse

Dr. Amy Crouse (Interim Loveland Superintendent)

Monday, March 5 at 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. – Loveland High School Media Center

“The next leader of the Loveland City School District will shape the future for our children; the responsibility is great, and we feel we have found the best of the best to bring before our community,” said Loveland Board of Education President Art Jarvis. “It is a great time to be a Tiger.”

The Board of Education plans to take official action to employ a new superintendent in March, with that person’s official duties to begin August 1, 2018. The vacancy is the result of the resignation of Chad Hilliker that was effective on July 31, 2017. At that time, Dr. Amy Crouse took over as interim superintendent for the district, and she continues to lead in that capacity.

The Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) is assisting the Board with the search.

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Feb 24, 2018
Loveland Athletic Director Julie Renner takes position outside education

March 1st will be Julie Renner Day at Loveland High School

Loveland, Ohio – Loveland High School (LHS) has announced that District Director of Student Athletics Julie Renner has accepted a position with FinalForms, a national athletic management solution company, and her final day will be March 2.

“I would not be telling the truth if I said this was an easy decision; the last four and a half years I have spent at Loveland have been a blessing,” said Renner. “My husband took a new position at Marshall University this past summer, moving our family home to West Virginia. Therefore, I have accepted this new position so we can live together as a family.

“Loveland High School is a wonderful school, in an outstanding district and community. I cannot say enough about the caring school staff and coaching staff that I have been privileged to work with over these past four years. Moreover, the parents, adults and Booster organizations who work so hard to support this school to make it the best place for not just a few kids but for all students. I will miss the students so much. They hold a special place in my heart and many memories which will be forever stamped in my mind.”

“We often say, ‘Once a Tiger, always a Tiger’ and this is certainly true of our feelings for Mrs. Renner,” said LHS Principal Peggy Johnson. “We – the administration, the staff and the students – will certainly miss the spirit she has brought to this role, but we are also so excited for this unique professional opportunity for her.”

Renner has served the district in the position of director of student athletics since 2013, and has helped manage a state champion football team, a state champion wrestler, and a state champion womens soccer team during her tenure.

“I would like to extend my gratitude to the Board of Education, the Loveland Athletic Boosters, the Athletic Department and the entire administrative team,” said Renner. “I would like to thank everyone for making my work environment enjoyable and giving me the opportunity to work with students every day. I greatly appreciate all of your support and guidance over the tenure of my employment.”

The district will announce a transition plan in the very near future.

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Feb 20, 2018
[Matt Huether][Photo Album] West Clermont over Tigers by 8 on Friday night

Matt Huether studies stats to predict the outcome of Loveland High School sorting contests

The Loveland Tigers match up against the Wolves of West Clermont in a meaningful conference game tonight. For Loveland ( 5-16, 3-10 conf) this game could jump start some momentum going into the postseason. For West Clermont (14-6, 8-5 conf) this game could boost their standings in the ECC as the Wolves from West Clermont are even in the standings with the Milford Eagles.

For the second straight night Loveland matches up against West Clermont, this time at West Clermont.

Last night’s game resulted in a 60 to 39 win for West Clermont with West Clermont shooting 52.4% from the field and Loveland shooting 26.0% from the field.

Jalen Greiser lead the way for the Tigers last night with 11 points on 2 of 9 shooting (5-6 from the line).

For Loveland Jalen Greiser lead the way with 11 points on 2 of 9 shooting (5-6 from the line). For West Clermont Jay Tiemeyer had 15 points on 5 of 7 shooting ( 3 of 3 from 3). West Clermont also won the battle of the boards yesterday out rebounding Loveland 40 to 24. West Clermont Sophomore Center Jackson Ames (6’9) had 9 rebounds in last night’s game. For Loveland Juniors Jalen Greiser and Tripp Willis both had 5 rebounds in last night’s game.

For Loveland look for Junior Guard Jalen Greiser who averages 13.6 points per game on 40.9% shooting. For Loveland look for Junior Guard Matt Toigo who averages 9.4 points per game on 51.4% shooting (44.0% from 3). Also for Loveland look for Junior Forward Tripp Willis who averages 7.9 points per game on 40.7% shooting. Tripp also averages 4.4 rebounds a game (1.0 offensive) and 1.2 blocks a game.

For West Clermont look for Senior Guard Jay Tiemeyer who averages 16.4 points per game on 47.5% shooting (44.2% from 3). Also look for Senior Forward Dallas Padgitt who averages 9.6 points per game on 50.7% shooting. Dallas also averages 5.1 rebounds a game (1.3 offensive) and is shooting 69.2% from the line.

Overall: West Clermont by 8

Estimated Score: 55-47 West Clermont

Where is West Clermont’s new High School? HERE at 4101 Bach Buxton Rd, Batavia, OH 45103.

The © photos were taken in the Loveland gym on Thursday, February 15 – Loveland Tigers vs. West Clermont Wolves.

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Feb 16, 2018