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Loveland Schools Foundation Introduces new Board members and latest news

Loveland, Ohio – The Loveland Schools Foundation has announced that Board Member Dan Colletto has accepted the position of Treasurer. They also welcomed Khloe Broelmann and Beth Wexler as new Board Members at Large.

The Foundation has been busy behind the scenes as they continue to look for more opportunities for growth. Their vision is To promote, serve and support the academic, artistic, cultural, scientific and service projects of the Loveland City School District. They do this monetarily through staff grants, scholarships and other programs, but also continue to look for ways to be visible and supportive by participating in school and community events.

Recently Ken Davis and Lynn Mangan, two of their board members, participated in the Loveland Middle School Interview Day. This event was a one-on-one interview process allowing 8th grade students to experience a mock interview.

How Your Donations Make an Impact

Most of the Foundation funding goes toward staff grants and scholarships. The Foundation was able to award 36 grants in the 2024-2025 school year. There are pictures on their website where you can see how teachers and students benefit from donated funds awarded to them through Staff Grants.

Senior Scholarships

One of the highlights for the Loveland Schools Foundation is awarding senior scholarships. The Foundation offers several scholarships in partnership with a sponsor. $25,500 in scholarships were given out at the Senior Awards Program held on April 30th.

Captain Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship ($5,000 each) – Cameran Cook and Ansen Hearn
Captain Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship ($500 each) – Harrison Hentz and Piper Schaeffer
“Let Us Never Forget” Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship ($5,000) – Brooke Morris
Hazel Cole Kendle Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) – Sophia Yurovski
Hope Squad Scholarship ($500) – Max Carver
Libby Walker Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) – Alyse Knapschaefer
Loveland Schools Foundation Member Endowed Scholarship ($1,000) – Sophia Choi
Robert and Pauline Verkamp Williams Scholarship ($1,000) – Erica Bair
Smith/Shannon Scholarship ($1,000 each) – Delaney Bair, Alyse Knapschaefer, Mackenzie Liu
Steven Kenyon Memorial Educators of Integrity Scholarship ($2,000) – Samantha Mason

Their Graduation Assistance program offers financial support to seniors who owe school fees due to unfortunate financial circumstances.

The Foundation has several areas where your talents would be welcome whether in a large scale or small; their core teams are Alumni Engagement, Community Outreach and Fundraising, Communications, and Event Planning. If you are interested in learning how to become more involved with the Foundation, you can find out HERE.

Distinguished Alumni & Distinguished Faculty

Do you know of a Loveland Alumni or Loveland Faculty member who should be a candidate for the Distinguished Alumni and Distinguished Faculty awards? This is a lifetime achievement award. Nominations can be made for alumni here and faculty here. Applications are accepted until November 1st. Honorees will be named sometime mid-November with the Award Ceremony taking place in late January or early February.

Gearing Up for Summer

Upcoming summer events are in the works. There will be a fund-raising event at Cappy’s on Saturday, June 21st. Cappy’s will partner with the Foundation by donating $1 for each poured pint throughout the day. The Bagel and Deli Shop food truck will be on-site and will be donating 10% of their proceeds to the Foundation as well.

May 23, 2025

Loveland High School teacher Steve Kenyon (1971-2024)

Loveland, Ohio – A gathering to remember the life of Loveland High School math teach Steve Kenyon will be held in the Loveland High School gym on Wednesday, May 15. The ceremony will begin at 6 PM.

Kenyon was a Loveland High School math teacher, baseball coach, Loveland graduate, and long-time Loveland community member. He passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024, after a sudden medical event.

Services and internment will both be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to The Steve Kenyon Memorial Scholarship, C/O Loveland Schools Foundation; 757 S. Lebanon Road, Loveland, OH 45140, or by using this link https://secure.anedot.com/loveland-schools-foundation-oh/kenyon.

If any students or staff need support during this time, the District said they can reach out to their building principal, school counselor, or school psychologist.

The event will be closed to the media at the request of the family.

Steve Kenyon Obituary

Stephen E. “Steve” Kenyon Jr., of Loveland, OH, born on September 20, 1971 in Lakewood, OH. Passed away suddenly on May 5, 2024 at the age of 52. Survived by his wife Dana (nee Hoffmann) Kenyon of 27 years. Loving father of Jaylin Madison Kenyon and Olivia Michelle Kenyon. Dear son of Mary Ann (Mike May) Kenyon and the late Stephen E. Kenyon Sr. Cherished brother of Christopher (Chrissie) Kenyon. Brother in law of Aimee (Dirk) Byerman, Sara (Scott) Hamey and Katie (Rick) Hayden. Also survived by nieces and nephews; Brittany (Mike Sullivan) Kenyon, Danielle (Luke) Waddell, Marisa Kenyon, Ben Byerman, Adam Byerman, Isabella Hamey, Alexa Hayden, Braxton Hayden and survived by a great niece Brooklyn McNamara. Son in law of Pamela Hoffmann and the late Ronald Hoffmann.

Steve was a beloved Loveland High School math teacher, baseball coach, Loveland graduate and long time Loveland community member. Through his passing Steve’s legacy will continue with his life-saving gift of organ and tissue donation.

Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

A public Celebration of Life Service will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6 PM at Loveland High School, 1 Tiger Trail, Loveland, OH 45140.

The interment will be privately held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Montgomery, OH.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be directed to The Steve Kenyon Memorial Scholarship, C/O Loveland Schools Foundation; 757 S. Lebanon Road, Loveland, OH 45140 or by using this link https://secure.anedot.com/loveland-schools-foundation-oh/kenyon

May 8, 2024
Apex Sock Monkey congratulates Dr. Kathryn Lorenz

To honor Dr. “K” for her 32 years of service to Loveland Schools, the Apex Sock Monkey joins Jim Brown, Magic Johnson, Sandy Koufax, Franco Harris, Shaq, and Dr. “J” in sporting #32 on his Loveland jersey.

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Dr. Kathryn Lorenz

Loveland, Ohio – Dr. Kathryn Lorenz said “It was amazing to see family, friends, students. So many loved ones,” after the fundraiser and to honor her 32 years of service as a member of the Loveland City School Board.

The Dr. Kathryn Lorenz Scholarship amount is now up to $1750. The scholarship is sponsored by the Loveland Schools Foundation and is in Kathy’s honor.

It was a wonderful day honoring Kathy’s service to our community,” said newly elected Board member, Lynn Mangan one of the organizers of the event at the Oasis Conference Center on December 10th.

Chad Hilliker

Former Loveland Superintendant, Chad Hilliker, now the Superintendent of the Hamilton County Educational Service Center was the Master of Ceremonies for the sit-down dinner that featured presentations and words of appreciation from many of Kathy’s former colleagues, professional cohorts, and family members.

For those still interested in donating, checks can be made payable to the Loveland Schools Foundation c/o Dr. Kathryn Lorenz Scholarship Fund, 757 South Lebanon Road, Loveland, OH 45140.

Mangan added, “We are so grateful for the community members, Loveland City Schools past and present staff, Great Oaks staff, and many other family and friends who attended Kathy’s retirement celebration. Kathy has given so much over the last 32 years to the children and families of our community. We all owe her a debt of gratitude. It was absolutely wonderful to hear from so many people whom she impacted throughout her time on Loveland’s Board of Education.”

In expressing her gratitude Lorenz said, “So many people worked to create such a beautiful event”

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Dec 30, 2023
2023 Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K in new location: 2023 Scholarship winner highlights

Due to planned construction in Nisbet Park we will meet and begin the 5K at the Linda Cox Trailside Parking Lot at 10 AM.

Loveland Magazine Editor in Chief, David Miller has attended and reported on every running of the Capt Seth MitchelHero 5K. (Photo by Connie Mitchell)

by David Miller

Loveland, Ohio – Greetings and welcome to summer 2023. Year 13 of the Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K is in the books and in many ways, it was a record year. Donations and race participation were near record highs.

The Scholarship team recognizes how many opportunities you have to donate to worthy causes and truly appreciates you being a partner with us whether it’s your first year or year 13.

Steve Mitchell, father of Seth says, “Connie, Drew, and I and the scholarship committee are blessed by your support. For 2023 your support helped to provide three $5,000.00 scholarships and four $250.00 gifts to deserving students.”

The date and time for the 14^th Annual Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5k is Saturday, October 14, at 10 AM. Due to city construction, the race will not be in Nisbet Park. The 5K will launch from the Linda Cox Trailside Parking Lot.

The Carolina Beach version will be Saturday, October 21, at 9 AM starting at Green Turtle Lane in Wilmington North Carolina the home of Connie and Steve Mitchell.

You can also join us virtually, anywhere from around the world, to honor and celebrate Seth during the month of October. The virtual run can be done anytime, anywhere.

Registration for both events and donations is now open at: www.sethmitchellhero5k.org.

Meet the recipients of the 2023 scholarships

Alex Saletta

The Let Us Never Forget/Mitchell Family Scholarship is funded by the Mitchells, the Yellow Ribbon Support Group of Cincinnati, and the Hero 5K run. The scholarship is for $5,000.00.

The 2023 recipient reminded us of Seth in so many ways. The recipient has a high-level work ethic, and is polite, and respectful and is loyal and selfless. Seth Mitchell was often described as having these characteristics. One letter of recommendation described the recipient as “a lot like Seth, because he is a stand-up guy that does the right thing.” Much like Seth this recipient has faced adversity in life and had to work to overcome and persevere in the presence of obstacles.

We are very proud to award the Let Us Never Forget Seth Mitchell/Mitchell Family scholarship to Alex Saletta.

Allison “Ally” Ginder

The Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarships are funded by individual donations and the proceeds of the annual Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K. The Mitchell family is especially thankful to all the participants, the City of Loveland, The Loveland Schools Foundation, the Carolina Beach NC participants, and to those of you that donate to this worthy cause.

The first recipient of the Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship has overcome medical challenges early on in life, and became stronger and more determined to make the most of every day. Her story reminded us of Seth overcoming his own failings in school to later become LHS Class President in 1997 and later a Cobra Helicopter pilot in the Marine Corps. Life’s obstacles will always be there. This recipient and Seth did not let those stand in their way.

One letter of recommendation for this candidate said: those around this candidate are “inspired” by the recipient’s kindness and amiability. Those words were often used about Seth. Lastly, one supporter of this recipient said, “I am guessing that if she went to high school with Captain Mitchell, they would have a lot in common and would have been friends.”

We believe that also and are proud to award a scholarship to Allison “Ally” Ginder.

Skylar Lundeen

The second recipient of the Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship also exemplifies many of the qualities and characteristics associated with Seth. In this recipient’s introductory video, the candidate said, Seth exhibited the epitome of “selflessness” was “inspiring” and that there should be “more people like him.” We believe that’s exactly who this recipient is too. The recipient is known to be deeply loyal to friends at school and her family. One letter of recommendation described the recipient as a “quiet leader” and that “school is not something that comes easy”, but this person “pushes herself and does not take the easy road.” The recommendation also said, “she’s growing up faster than she should” due to obstacles in life. The recipient has a strong academic and extracurricular record. Her work ethic and ability to overcome obstacles is inspiring to us. We are proud to award a Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship to Skylar Lundeen.

Those receiving a $250.00 gift from the Seth Mitchell Memorial fund are:

Lily Hummer

Michael Dakoske

Lucie Schaeffer

Tyler Harter

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Seth Mitchell, a captain and pilot in the United States Marine Corps and a 1997 Loveland High School graduate, was killed in action in Afghanistan in October 2009. Seth contributed greatly to the Loveland community in his youth… he served as a leader and role model on the varsity football team, was voted to be Class President his senior year, and was named “Mr. Personality” by his peers. He was well loved here. After graduating, he took that same sense of service and loyalty into all that he did: as a son, a brother, a friend, a leader in the Marines.

In other words, Seth was a hero for all.

We are a group of Seth Mitchell’s high school classmates, who miss our friend and want to keep his memory alive. We represent the many people who Seth made an impression on with his sense of humor, kind heart, and loyal friendship. As we organize this 5k Race and the scholarship memorial fund, we are motivated by one enduring inspiration: to live each day a little more honorably, kindly, and humbly… just like Seth.

Please join us by donating, running, or volunteering – and keep Seth’s memory alive.

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Read about last year…

[Video Report] The 13th running of the Captain Seth Mitchel Hero…

Watch last year’s highlights…

Past Race Photos

Aug 11, 2023
Seth Mitchell Hero 5K starts October 1st

Loveland, Ohio – The 2020 Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K originally scheduled for October 10 is now be a VIRTUAL event taking place throughout the month of October and throughout the world.

Our local team of Damien Cook, Marisa Sobb, Mollie Schrichten and Greg Carpinello (recently moved to Portland, OR) have developed an event that should be fun for all. Additionally they have a new website and link to the event.

To review the Captain Seth Mitchell Hero 5K please link to: www.sethmitchellhero5k.org.

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All proceeds benefit the Capt. Seth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship through Loveland Schools Foundation.

Meet the 2020 Scholarship Winners

Jordan Collins (above left) is the 2020 recipient and she has a spirit similar to Seth. She was/is involved in many theatrical and musical productions, is a National Honor Society member, volunteers through Mom’s Hope and works part time. Jordan will be paying a large part of her college costs. She has a “do something” attitude, a strong work ethic and knows no stranger, being kind to all. She is not afraid to fail in the pursuit of her dreams and is strong in the face of adversity. She hopes to pursue her theatrical dreams at Syracuse University.

Caroline Ginder (above right) is the 2020 recipient of the Memorial Scholarship. Caroline was described by one of her references a “being self motivated and goal oriented…and a fine example of caring more about their teammate than herself”. She participated in many school events such as Tiger’s Inc., soccer, NEST and is a National Honor Society member. Caroline will attend Ohio State University where she will pursue medicine. She hopes to someday be a part of Doctors Without Borders. Like Jordan, Caroline is paying a share of her college costs.

About Seth Mitchell

Captain and pilot in the United States Marine Corps and a 1997 Loveland High School graduate, was killed in action in Afghanistan in October 2009. Seth contributed greatly to the Loveland community in his youth… he served as a leader and role model on the varsity football team, was voted to be Class President his senior year, and was named “Mr. Personality” by his peers. He was well loved here. After graduating, he took that same sense of service and loyalty into all that he did: as a son, a brother, a friend, a leader in the Marines.

In other words, Seth was a hero for all.

We are a group of Seth Mitchell’s high school classmates, who miss our friend and want to keep his memory alive. We represent the many people who Seth made an impression on with his sense of humor, kind heart, and loyal friendship. As we organize this 5k Race and the scholarship memorial fund, we are motivated by one enduring inspiration: to live each day a little more honorably, kindly, and humbly… just like Seth.

Sep 24, 2020
Loveland Schools Foundation to induct four into Hall of Fame

Loveland, Ohio – Four Loveland High School alumni will be inducted into the Loveland Schools Hall of Fame on Saturday, September 21.

David Evans (Loveland High School Class of 1969), Wesley Jackson (‘94), David J. Litteral (‘80) and Janet Rich (‘71) are the recipients of the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Award – a lifetime award honoring graduates who have used their Loveland education to better their communities at the local, national or global level.

“This event, which is open to the public, is an opportunity for us to recognize and give back to Loveland graduates who stand out in their service to others,” said Loveland Schools Foundation Executive Director Linda Slusher. “It is also a way to show the Loveland community the high caliber of students that the Loveland Schools produce.”

David Evans has coached the Midland Redskins since 1990 and has won the Connie Mack World Series 12 times. He has coached more than 80 major league players, including Ken Griffey Jr., David Bell and Barry Larkin.

Wesley Jackson earned three university degrees with majors in biology, microbiology and biochemistry from Miami University, Wright State University and the Medical University of South Carolina. He is currently working as a research scientist for the Eli Lilly Company, where some of his research has led to medical patents for which he is accredited.

David J. Litteral, Command Sergeant Major in the U.S. Army (ret.), gave 32 years of honorable service in the United States Army Medical Department, culminating as commandant of the Army’s Medical Noncommissioned Officer Academy.

Janet Rich taught 35 years at Loveland City Schools. Among others, she served 33 years as chair for the Health and Physical Education Department, 17 years as student council and class advisor, and 24 years as cheerleading coach. Rich was named Grand Marshall of the 2012 homecoming parade for her service to Loveland Schools.

The Distinguished Alumni Awards Banquet begins at 6 PM at the Oasis Golf and Conference Center, with awards recognitions scheduled to start at 8 PM.

Tickets ($45/person) include dinner and must be purchased prior to the event. Please contact Linda Slusher at slusheli@lovelandschools.org for more information. No tickets will be available at the door.

Sep 5, 2019
Lawrence (Larry) Edwin Hamilton: An opportunity to promote The RIGHT Concept

This is the acceptance speech that Loveland-born Lawrence (Larry) Edwin Hamilton Jr. gave when he was honored as a Distinguished Alumni and inducted into the Loveland Schools Foundation Hall of Fame on September 21. Hamilton was introduced by his son Lawrence Hamilton III.

James Baldwin wrote, “History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us. We are our history.”

Larry Hamilton

I thank my son for the beautiful introduction and his divinely appointed role as a father and teacher in service to the community as well as the inspiration in part for an inclusive historical heritage. His oldest son is named Omavi which means the Highest gift from GOD and Asali his youngest son’s name means one who honors the ancestors. I recognize the presence of my uncle the Rev. Ralph Hamilton, the last survivor of the children of Esther Hannon Hamilton who was surrounded by a family of distinguished teachers and preachers and finally I am blessed to have my living history making and loving mother Mary F. Greene Hamilton the oldest surviving elder at a soon to be 94 years young. It is her biological legacy, by way of her mitochondrial DNA that give me historical connection to the Nubians of the Nile Valley and southern Egypt.

Larry Hamilton, a native of Loveland, Ohio, is a retired teacher of African American History, World Studies and Current Events from Piqua, OH.

Larry graduated cum laude with a B.S. in Education in 1971 from Central State University where he was a member of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society and President of Delta Xi Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.

He earned a Masters Degree in Education from Wright State University in 1979

When I received the letter from Linda Slusher notifying me of my selection to the Loveland Schools Foundation Hall of Fame, I was humbled that I would be considered and wrote her back that If the LORD is willing I intend to come in recognition of the sacrifice and struggle on behalf of those whose shoulders I have stood upon and who have made a way for me to honor them in Doing the RIGHT Thing.

Every morning, after I arise and stumble toward the kitchen for my morning cup of coffee, I then sit and turn on my computer and the screensaver is a picture of my great grandmother Cynthia Ann Ross Hannon, whose family had moved to Loveland by 1890 but she returned to Kentucky after attending Berea College to teach black children at the Colored School in Gallatin County, perhaps because she wouldn’t have been allowed to teach in Loveland.

Linda, I thank you personally and the members of the Loveland Schools Foundation collectively for this surprising recognition and opportunity to promote The RIGHT Concept.

RIGHT stands for Recognizing Individual Greatness in Historical Testament.

RIGHT stands for Recognizing Individual Greatness in Historical Testament. This concept was given to me as an epiphany on the early Sunday morning of Jan. 23, of 2005 and employs a biblical standard that embodies the concern over the historical bias in naming patterns and the contemporary artificial barriers limiting the expansion of ownership identity of public properties, to the least among us. RIGHT seeks to re-evaluate the standards of heroism and societal acceptance of those who may have been deemed not to be valued or worthy of having their names adorn public facilities. RIGHT advocates a proactive effort in naming public properties that is more reflective of the diversity within the community and that acknowledges from a historical perspective the merit of greater inclusion with regards to race, gender, ethnic and national origin in expanding ownership identity.

The declining prospects for saving the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church falls within the parameter of Doing the RIGHT Thing.

The declining prospects for saving the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church falls within the parameter of Doing the RIGHT Thing. My personal remembrances and the family legacy associated with that church, that I had attended as a child, and my father before me, and His mother before him, my grandma Esther, who had been my Sunday School teacher. Her mother Cynthia the teacher later married John W. Hannon who would pastor the Loveland church for nearly fifty years. Cynthia’s, mother was Lucy Sams Ross who was born a slave in Kentucky and had weathered many storms of life in the form of personal losses, social indignities and political denials, but her faith was her refuge and shortly after migrating to Ohio she became a founding member of the Loveland Predestinarian Baptist Church in 1892. https://lovelandmagazine.com/2012/07/a-historic-review-of-chest-street-church.html

In the release of Book III of Lucy’s Story the cover painted by wife Linda, depicts two women-one white and one black (Helen Medert & Mary Sidney Wells) two ‘prayer warriors’ during the 1913 Loveland Flood. My great uncle Dee Ross, the son of Lucy and brother to Cynthia, was a hero of that 1913 flood story in Loveland but I believe, he went unrecognized for his heroism due to his skin color, but I am committed to telling his story and OUR Story while ‘keeping the faith’ and doing the RIGHT thing.

I have gifted my fellow inductees with a copy of Book II of Lucy’s Story Between Two Suns: The Berean Experience and I wish to donate a copy of Book III of Lucy’s Story to the Loveland High School Library as a donation by Linda Slusher.

As I prepare to take my seat, I’ll close and ask your consideration of a brief poem titled:

YOUR ANCESTORS

If you could see your ancestors all standing in a row.

Would you be proud of them? Or don’t you really know.

Strange discoveries are often made, climbing the family tree.

Sometimes one is found in line who shocks the progeny.

If you could see your ancestors all standing in a row.

Perhaps there might be one or two you wouldn’t care to know.

Now turn the question right about and take another view.

When you shall meet your ancestors, will they be proud of you?

(Author unknown)

Follow this LINK to hear Lawrence Hamilton III introducing his father.

Oct 18, 2018
J. Scott Calder, Lawrence Hamilton, Jr., David Litteral, and Kevin Taylor enter Loveland Schools Foundation “Hall of Fame”

Lawrence E. Hamilton, Jr., J. Scott Calder, and Kevin W. Taylor after being honored as Distinguished Alumni (David J. Litteral could not attend the induction ceremony)

Four Loveland High School alumni were inducted into the Loveland Schools Foundation Hall of Fame on September 21.

The four were honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award for, “Excelling in their professional careers while making an impact on their communities at the local, national or global level.”

“We are pleased to recognize these four gentlemen and Loveland graduates who have made a profound difference in the lives of others,” said Linda Slusher, executive director of the Loveland Schools Foundation. “Loveland continues to produce outstanding graduates who go on to demonstrate leadership and excellence in their professional and personal lives.”

The awards banquet took place at the Oasis Golf and Conference Center, where the inductees each received a bronze Tiger statue and a plaque, copies of which have been added to the wall of Distinguished Alumni at Loveland High School.

Dr. J. Scott Calder, U.S. Air Force Colonel (’84)

Colonel (Dr.) Jeffrey Scott Calder, Loveland Class of 1984, received his commission from the Reserve Officer Training Corps graduating from Miami University in 1988. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992 on a Health Professions Scholarship. He completed a residency in general surgery at Wright State University in 1997. After moving up the ranks from Staff General Surgeon he received his promotion to Colonel in May of 2010.

He has attended the Air War College, and the Aerospace Medicine Primary Course as well as others as he continued his Professional Military Education.

Scott has served both at home and abroad, accepting his first overseas assignment to Misawa AB, Japan in July 1997. Later he was assigned to Bitburg AB, Germany where he was the Surgical Services Flight Commander. He served in Oman in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and later in Afghanistan and Italy. American shore assignments have included Barksdale AFB, LA, San Antonia – Lackland, Texas and Florida.

He holds an Unrestricted Medical License from the State Medical Board of Ohio, is Board Certified, American Board of Surgery and is a Certified Physician Executive.

During his years of service Colonel Calder has received numerous decorations and awards: Meritorious Service with five oak leaf clusters, the Air Medal, The Air Force Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, The Humanitarian Service Medal, the NATO Medal, as well as 13 additional decorations and eight Awards for leadership and excellence in his service to our country.

Colonel Calder is a fellow, American College of Surgeons, a Certified Physician Executive, American College of Physician Executives and is board certified in General Surgery. He is a Senior Flight Surgeon with 409.5 flying hours in 10 aircraft.

Mr. Lawrence E. Hamilton, Jr. (’67)

Larry Hamilton is a native of Loveland and a Loveland High School graduate in 1967. He is a retired teacher of African American History, World Studies and Current Events from Piqua, Ohio. Mr. Hamilton is a founding member of the African American Genealogy Group on the Miami Valley and is a presenter on family history and genealogy.

He was selected for Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers and was awarded the Ohio Tri-County NAACP’s Martin Luther King Outstanding African American Award as well as the state of Ohio’s MLK Cultural Awareness Award in 2005.

Mr. Hamilton authored a book in August of 2009 titled Lucy’s Story: Right Choices But Wrongs Still Left. Book II of Lucy’s Story became available in November of 2011 and the trilogy was completed with the release of Book III in January of 2013 titled Refuge from the Deluge: On Being Railroaded. This heroic story commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Loveland/Little Miami Flood of 1913 and a struggle for justice, equality and inclusion in Ohio’s Upper Miami Valley relating to the Randolph Freedmen, one of the largest manumissions in U.S. History.

He continues to make presentations about his book series, Lucy’s Story, and family history research in support of his interest in genealogy as well as his work for equality among all.

David J. Litteral, U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major (retired)(’80)

A 1980 graduate of Loveland High School, David has given over thirty-three years of honorable service to the United States Army Medical Department, culminating as the Commandant of the Army’s Medical Noncommissioned Officer Academy. He has served on the home front as well as in Iraq where he was the Enlisted Personnel Director of the U.S. Army, 10th Combat Support Hospital. He also assisted the Iraqi Government in establishing training programs for Medics, Physicians, and Nurses as well as planning and executing the pre-deployment training necessary to ensure mission success at six locations across Iraq.

David implemented the training programs for Advanced and Senior Leader Noncommissioned Officer Courses for the Army Medical Department which earned a rating as TRADOC Institute of Excellence.

He received his Doctorate of Psychology in 2014 and was an Adjunct Instructor at both Kentucky Christian University and Morgan Community College. He served as Chief Instructor, Department of Combat Medic Training, Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

During his many years of service, he has acquired numerous medals among which are the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal (2 campaign stars) and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. Currently, David is Director of Military Initiatives for Morehead State University, Morehead, KY.

Mr. Kevin W. Taylor (’72)

A graduate of Loveland High School in 1972, Kevin Taylor has devoted his life to teaching, coaching and inspiring youth to attain their highest goals. A native of Loveland, he has spent over 45 years as a member of the “Tiger Family” as a student, teacher, coach, Assistant Athletic Director, and Facilities Manager. He has been a role model for generations of students and has provided them with lifelong experiences that go beyond the classroom. He provides faculty, staff, and students with a sense of history and respect for the “Tiger Tradition.”

Loveland City Schools produces outstanding graduates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence in their professional and personal lives. Kevin Taylor is this person.

Mr. Taylor is the founder and chairman of the present Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame into which he was inducted in 2016. In retirement, he continues to support Tiger athletics. Each year he schedules a banquet and awards ceremony which honors Loveland athletes who, during their high school career, reached high levels of achievement in their chosen sport.

Oct 3, 2018
Loveland Schools’ distinguished alumni honored at annual dinner

FOUR TO BE INDUCTED IN SEPTEMBER

Loveland, Ohio – For many years, Loveland Schools have produced outstanding graduates who have excelled in their professional and personal lives and have had an impact on their communities, society, and the lives of others on a local, national and global level. It is the purpose of the Loveland Schools Foundation to identify these individuals, recognize then and to make current Loveland students, employees of the school district and the Loveland community as a whole aware of their qualities and accomplishments. The following four individuals will be inducted into the Loveland Schools Foundation “Hall of Fame” on Friday evening, September 21, at the Oasis Golf and Conference Center.

COLONEL (DR.) JEFFREY SCOTT CALDER

Colonel (Dr.) Jeffrey Scott Calder, Loveland Class of 1984, received his commission from the Reserve Officer Training Corps graduating from Miami University in 1988. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992 on a Health Professions Scholarship. He completed residency in general surgery at Wright State University in 1997. After moving up the ranks from Staff General Surgeon he received his promotion to Colonel in May of 2010.

He has attended the Air War College, and the Aerospace Medicine Primary Course as well as others as he continued his Professional Military Education.

Scott has served both at home and abroad, accepting his first overseas assignment to Misawa AB, Japan in July 1997. Later he was assigned to Bitburg AB, Germany where he was the Surgical Services Flight Commander. He served in Oman in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and later in Afghanistan and Italy. American shore assignments have included Barksdale AFB, LA, San Antonia – Lackland, Texas and Florida.

He holds an Unrestricted Medical License from the State Medical Board of Ohio, is Board Certified, American Board of Surgery and is a Certified Physician Executive.

During his years of service Colonel Calder has received numerous decorations and awards: Meritorious Service with five oak leaf clusters, the Air Medal, The Air Force Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, The Humanitarian Service Medal, the NATO Medal, as well as 13 additional decorations and eight Awards for leadership and excellence in his service to our country.

Colonel Calder is a fellow, American College of Surgeons, a Certified Physician Executive, American College of Physician Executives and is board certified in General Surgery. He is a Senior Flight Surgeon with 409.5 flying hours in 10 aircraft.

LARRY HAMILTON

Larry Hamilton is a native of Loveland and a Loveland High School graduate in 1967. He is a retired teacher of African American History, World Studies and Current Events from Piqua, Ohio. Mr. Hamilton is a founding member of the African American Genealogy Group on the Miami Valley and is a presenter on family history and genealogy.

He was selected for Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers and was awarded the Ohio Tri-County NAACP’s Martin Luther King Outstanding African American Award as well as the state of Ohio’s MLK Cultural Awareness Award in 2005.

Mr. Hamilton authored a book in August of 2009 titled Lucy’s Story: Right Choices But Wrongs Still Left. Book II of Lucy’s Story became available in November of 2011 and the trilogy was completed with the release of Book III in January of 2013 titled Refuge from the Deluge: On Being Railroaded. This heroic story commemorates the 100^th anniversary of the Loveland/Little Miami Flood of 1913 and a struggle for justice, equality and inclusion in Ohio’s Upper Miami Valley relating to the Randolph Freedmen, one of the largest manumissions in U.S. History.

He continues to make presentations about his book series, Lucy’s Story, and family history research in support of his interest in genealogy as well as his work for equality among all.

DAVID LITTERAL

A 1980 graduate of Loveland High School, David has given over thirty-three years of honorable service to the United States Army Medical Department, culminating as the Commandant of the Army’s Medical Noncommissioned Officer Academy. He has served on the home front as well as in Iraq where he was the Enlisted Personnel Director of the U.S. Army, 10^th Combat Support Hospital. He also assisted the Iraqi Government in establishing training programs for Medics, Physicians and Nurses as well as planning and executing the pre-deployment training necessary to ensure mission success at six locations across Iraq.

David implemented the training programs for Advanced and Senior Leader Noncommissioned Officer Courses for the Army Medical Department which earned a rating as TRADOC Institute of Excellence.

He received his Doctorate of Psychology in 2014 and was an Adjunct Instructor at both Kentucky Christian University and Morgan Community College. He served as Chief Instructor, Department of Combat Medic Training, Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

During his many years of service he has acquired numerous medals among which are the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal (2 campaign stars) and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal. Currently David is Director of Military Initiatives for Morehead State University, Morehead, KY.

KEVIN TAYLOR

A graduate of Loveland High School in 1972, Kevin Taylor has devoted his life to teaching, coaching and inspiring youth to attain their highest goals. A native of Loveland, he has spent over 45 years as a member of the “Tiger Family” as a student, teacher, coach, Assistant Athletic Director and Facilities Manager. He has been a role model for generations of students and has provided them with lifelong experiences that go beyond the classroom. He provides faculty, staff and students with a sense of history and respect for the “Tiger Tradition.”

Loveland City Schools produces outstanding graduates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence in their professional and personal lives. Kevin Taylor is this person.

Mr. Taylor is the founder and chairman of the present Loveland High School Athletic Hall of Fame into which he was inducted in 2016. In retirement he continues to support Tiger athletics. Each year he schedules a banquet and awards ceremony which honors Loveland athletes who, during their high school career, reached high levels of achievement in their chosen sport of sports.

If you would like additional information about the Loveland Schools Foundation or would like to actively participate, call the Foundation office at 513/774-6228, or email Linda Slusher – Executive Director at slucheli@lovelandschools.org.

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Nominate a Loveland High School “Distinguished Alumni”

“NO person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.”

Loveland, Ohio – Loveland Schools Foundation is seeking Loveland graduates who have used their Loveland education to significantly make a difference in the community, local, national, or global, to honor at the Distinguished Alumni Banquet in the fall.

For many years, Loveland High School has produced outstanding graduates who have achieved greatness and have had an impact on their communities, society and the lives of others. It is for these reasons that the Loveland Schools Foundation has established a Distinguished Alumni Awards Program.

This is a lifetime award and it is the purpose of the Foundation to identify a group of outstanding candidates and to make current Loveland students, employees and the entire community aware that the Loveland School System produces outstanding graduates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence in their professional and personal lives. All vocations are accepted for consideration, business, art, the military, ministry, science, etc. and an emphasis will be placed on the candidates “giving back” to the community and charitable works. As Calvin Coolidge said “NO person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.”

If you know of such a graduate, please call the Foundation office at 513-774-6228 for the current nominating form. Deadline for this year’s nominations is Friday, May 11, 2018.

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