January 20, 2016

Tipp City Exempted

Village Schools

Volume 1, Issue 22 Quick News

Superintendent’s Thoughts

Dr. Gretta Kumpf

When temperatures start to plunge and the forecast calls for wind chill factors below zero, the school district has a decision to make. Should the district delay or close school due to a deep freeze? Whether it is snow, ice, or frigid conditions, making the decision is always a judgment call. Sometimes it is an obvious decision; other times it is not. When Tipp City Exempted Village Schools makes the decision to close or delay school due to the weather conditions, we do not make the decision lightly or quickly. The Assistant Superintendent, Transportation Director and I travel area roadways, bus routes and parking lots to determine potential safety issues. In extreme cold, we must also consider whether the fleet of buses can start. This process begins as early as 4:30 a.m. or even the previous night. Often main roads are pass-able while secondary streets are not. In addition to road conditions, we consider existing weather and hourly forecasts. How much snow has fallen? How much is expected? How fast is it falling? When will it end? Is there blowing snow? Is ice, sleet or freezing rain in the forecast? What is the temperature and

wind chill factor? We also consult with city and township officials to confirm plowing and salting schedules when applicable. We also must take into account sidewalk and parking lot conditions and whether crews can clear them in a timely fashion. There is not an established formula for determining whether to delay the opening of school or cancel classes for the day. It is a decision with many variables and needs to be decided on a case-by- case basis. And, while it is ideal to make the call well in advance of the morning alarm, that is not always possible. There is also the potential for two calls, first a two-hour delay and then a school closing, if the conditions do not improve as anticipated. The safety of our students, staff and parents is the most important factor and I want you to know I make delay and closing decisions with the utmost thought and care.

Passion, Teamwork, Commitment...A Powerful Combination

Tippecanoe Career Mentorship Reception

Tippecanoe High School students enrolled in the Career Mentorship class posed with their mentors following an end-of-semester reception. The students shared their experiences and showed their appreciation to the men and women who served as their mentors. The course allows students to explore career possibilities by matching them with members of the local business community for an internship. Anyone interested in serving as a mentor should contact teacher Lisa Colebaugh at llcolebaugh@tippcity.k12.oh.us to learn more.

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Tippecanoe Middle School students learned about 3D printing and its many innovative applications. Employees with Proto Build in Dayton shared their enthusiasm and knowledge with students and showed them how 3D printers work. Teacher Jenny Nickols wanted students to learn about the current and future uses of 3D printing. This technology is being used in a variety of industries including medical, dental, automotive, and aerospace. Through the use of software and Computer Aided Design(CAD), students can see their ideas, creativity, and work come to life in a 3D form. Ms. Nickols’ Info Tech 8th grade classes are getting ready to start their 3D printing unit and she thought learning from Proto Build would be a great way to engage them! 3D printing is more about design and application than the actual printing. In the left photo, students examine a 3D-produced electronic device. In the right photo, Superintendent Dr. Gretta Kumpf and a student are fascinated with a shoe made in a 3D printer.

3D Printing Fascinates Students (and the Superintendent)

The Tippecanoe Middle School STEM club recently engaged in an Engineering Design Challenge. The challenge was to move a stack of six cups a distance of five feet and to restack them using a device designed with a limited number of

supplies. Working in pairs, the students shared their ideas, sketched possibilities, and built a device to move the cups

as quickly as possible. The catch was that they could use only one hand to maneuver the device and move the cups, and that hand had to be at least 3 inches from the cups at all times.

Engineering Design Challenge

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Please Join Us

Community Facilities Meeting

Tuesday, January 26th

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Broadway Elementary School

Get updates on the proposed PreK-3 School, see the full site plan and exterior

building design, and hear about the timeline. There will also be a question and

answer time. This meeting is open to the public.

FAFSA Completion Night February 4, 2016 Tippecanoe High School will be hosting a FAFSA (Free Application Federal Student Aid) Completion Night on February 4, 2016 at 6:00 pm in the Media Center. Financial Aid Representatives from Wright State University will be there to assist parents in completing the FAFSA. If your child does not plan on attending Wright State, you are still welcome to attend. Please bring all household 2015 income tax documents. Students need to contact the guidance department to sign up for the session.

8th Grade Parent Scheduling Meeting February 10, 2016

It is time to think about high school. Parents of 8th grade students are encouraged to attend a course scheduling meeting on February 10, 2016. The informational session begins at 6:30 PM in the Center for Performing Arts at the high school.

College Credit Plus February 18, 2016 Ohio’s new College Credit Plus can help students earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses from community colleges or universities. The purpose of this program is to promote rigorous academic pursuits and to provide a wide variety of options to college-ready students. Students interested in this program, and a parent/legal guardian must attend a mandatory College Credit Plus meeting on February 18th at 7:00 PM in the high school’s Center for Performing Arts. YOU MUST ATTEND THE MEETING TO PARTICIPATE!!

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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

for the Class of 2029!

Wednesday, March 9th between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

OR

Thursday, March 10th between 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Nevin Coppock Elementary School

PARENTS SHOULD BRING/PROVIDE:

1. Birth Certificate

2. Photo of Student

3. Proof of Residence (lease or deed)

4. Driver’s License for Identification

5. Custody Papers (if applicable)

Parents/legal guardians of students eligible for the

2016-2017 kindergarten enrollment are urged to

register their children during the annual Kindergarten

Roundup. A child is eligible for entrance into

kindergarten if s/he attains the age of five (5) on or

before August 1,2016.

Early Leveled Literacy Program

Mike Manning—The Rock Man

Charleston Falls Field Trip

REDCAT Classroom Sound System

Mr. Lincoln’s Drummer classroom books

3D Printed Programmable Rover Project

COSI Field Trip

Chromebooks

Robotics Supplies

The Tippecanoe Educational Endowment awarded close to $10,000 in grants to Tipp City Schools. The money funds the purchases,

field trips, projects and guest speaker listed below. Thank you TEE for these enrichment opportunities for students.

THANK YOU

TIPPECANOE EDUCATIONAL ENDOWMENT

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Athletics

This past week the Tippecanoe High School swim team proved to make a statement. And what a statement they made at the 2016 Southwest Ohio Swimming and Diving Classic, the largest swim competition in America that brings together the best talent the southwest has to offer. Overall the team did very well posting an 82% improvement over the 124 individual swims. This is a huge achievement as the team build towards CBCs and Post-season. Individual accomplishments include:

*Senior Jay Bell finished first in the 50 Free and set a Classic RECORD! He beat his previous school record!

*Senior Evan Stapp beat school records in the 200 Back, 100 Fly, and 200 Free.

*The boys 400 Free Relay of Stapp, Bell, Junior Ben Jans and Sophomore Ryan Wall set a school record.

*This was one of the best performing weekends for the boys as all 4 relays made it to the Finals.

*Senior Samantha Williams set a new school record in the 200 Back.

*Junior Arielle Arnett set a new school record in the 200 Individual Medley.

*Two girls relays reached Finals as alternates in the 400 Medley and the 400 Free Relays.

Tippecanoe Swim Team Makes Quite A Statement!

The Tippecanoe High School junior varsity wrestling team competed very well on January 13th at Vandalia Butler. The student-athletes’ performance was led by Cameron Abrams, 113, who went 2-0 at the event. Great job to all the Tippecanoe Red Devil wrestlers!

The Tippecanoe High School varsity wrestling team competed on January 13th at the Mechanicsburg Tri-meet where they went 0-2 against some very tough competition. The team wrestled extremely well losing only three of the twelve matches. Their performance was led by John Erhard,106; Russ Ramsey, 113; Grant Carlson, 220; and Logan Ferrell, 285 who all went undefeated at the event. Great job Tippecanoe Red Devil wrestlers!

Tippecanoe Wrestling Updates

BOYS BASKETBALL PRESALE FOR UPCOMING GAME AT VERSAILLES:

The Tippecanoe High School junior varsity and varsity boys basketball teams will travel to Versailles on Tuesday, January 26, 2016. Versailles’ ticket policy for boys basketball is a little different. Their GATE PRICE is $7.00 per person!!! They offer student and adult presale for $4.00 and $6.00. They provided the district with only one roll of each and therefore we can only sell in one location. Presale tickets for this game are available at the High School Athletic Office ONLY!!! They are available during school hours or during home evening events.

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You are Invited to the

Annual Chicken Dinner The Tippecanoe boys basketball program invites you to attend the 12th Annual Chicken Dinner Fundraiser on Friday January 29th at Tippecanoe High School. Dinners are available for dining-in or carry-out between 4pm-8pm. There is a choice between a ½ smoked chicken, a large pulled pork sandwich or two smaller pulled pork sandwiches. The sides include green beans, mac & cheese, dinner roll, and a cookie. Tickets can be purchased from any 7th - 12th grade boys basketball player or cheerleader . That evening, the Red Devils kick off a triple header with Tecumseh starting at 4:30pm. Come root the teams on, enjoy a wonderful meal from Hickory River, and support the boys basketball program. Email Cindy Wildermuth at cwildermuth@woh.rr.com if you need more information.

Didn’t Win Powerball?

Win a Jackpot and help out our student athletes!

The Tippecanoe Athletic Boosters is selling tickets for the winter season 50-50 raffle. In the past two years, this parent group has given out over $4,000 to the lucky winner. If you want better winning odds than Power Ball or Mega Millions, buy a winter 50-50 ticket today! Tickets are $5.00 each. The drawing will be held between the 3rd and 4th quarter of the last home boys basketball game on Saturday, February 13th. The winner does NOT need to be present in order to win. You may purchase your tickets at any home girls or boys basketball games or through the high school athletic office during regular school hours.

Tippecanoe Wrestling “Ice Melt” Fundraiser

The Tippecanoe High School Wrestling Team’s annual “Ice Melt” fundraiser is going on right now. The fundraiser will continue until Friday January 15, 2016 or until all the bags are sold. Each student-athlete of the wrestling team is selling at least 10 bags of eco-friendly Ice Melt at $20 dollars for a 50lb bag (price includes delivery). If you are interested in purchasing a bag of Ice Melt to support the Tippecanoe Wrestling program, please email Coach Petro at npetro@tippcity.k12.oh.us or contact a Red Devils Wrestler. The bags of Ice Melt are expected to go fast so do not hesitate to place your order. Be prepared to take on winter by purchasing your Ice Melt as soon as possible. All proceeds of the this fundraiser go directly to the Tippecanoe Wrestling program. Thank you for your support and GO Tipp!

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Here are the HS Athletic Events for January 14 through January 23. Home events are in BLACK. Away

events are in RED.

Tuesday, January 19, 2016:

4:30 9th Boys Basketball vs. Bethel

6:00 JV Boys Basketball vs. Indian Lake

7:30 Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Indian Lake – Metro Night!!!

Wednesday, January 20, 2016:

4:30 9th Girls Basketball vs. Miamisburg

6:00 JV Girls Basketball vs. Urbana

7:30 Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Urbana – Broadway Dancers!!!

6:00 Swimming AT Eaton Quad

Thursday, January 21, 2016:

6:00 MS Wrestling vs. Northwestern

7:00 HS Wrestling vs. Northwestern – Senior Night!!!

Friday, January 22, 2016:

4:30 9th Boys Basketball vs. Stebbins

6:00 JV Boys Basketball vs. Stebbins

7:30 Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Stebbins – HS Staff Night & State Cross Country Presentations!!!

4:00 Bowling AT Stebbins

Saturday, January 23, 2016:

4:30 9th Girls Basketball vs. Springboro

6:00 JV Girls Basketball vs. Tecumseh

7:30 Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Tecumseh – MS Staff Night & Broadway Dancers!!!

TBA Gymnastics AT Centerville Invite

9:00a JV Wrestling AT Sidney Invite

BOYS BASKETBALL – CENTRAL BUCKEYE CONFERENCE PRESALE

The Central Buckeye Conference admission policy for boys basketball states that all tickets at the gate the night of a

CBC Boys Basketball game are $6.00 per person. However, the CBC does permit each school to sell student tickets for

$4.00 that can be used at all home and away CBC Boys Basketball games.

Tippecanoe will sell student presale tickets for $4.00 at Hocks Pharmacy and the high school athletic office throughout

the winter season. Tickets will be on sale during normal business hours at Hocks and during school hours at the high

school athletic office. These student tickets are valid for ALL HOME BOYS BASKETBALL GAMES and the

following AWAY GAMES:

Feb. 2 AT Urbana

Feb. 5 AT Bellefontaine

Please help the athletic program and save $2.00 per student ticket by getting student tickets in advance for all home

games and those away games listed above.

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UPCOMING HALFTIME EVENTS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS HOME BASKETBALL GAMES:

The athletic department has many special events planned for halftime at home boys and girls basketball games. Below

is the home schedule with any halftime activities that are currently planned. The list will be updated when necessary.

Wednesday, January 20 Girls BB vs. Urbana Broadway Dancers

Friday, January 22 Boys BB vs. Stebbins HS Staff Night and Cross Country State Runner Up

Presentations

Saturday, January 23 Girls BB vs. Tecumseh MS Staff Night, Broadway Dancers and Vantasia

Dance Team

Wednesday, January 27 Girls BB vs. Bellefontaine Metro Basketball Night

Friday, January 29 Boys BB vs. Tecumseh Boys BB Chicken Dinner, Little Devil Cheer Night

and Devilaires

Monday, February 1 Girls BB vs. Fairmont LT Ball Staff Night and Broadway Dancers

Friday, February 12 Boys BB vs. Shawnee Broadway Dancers and Vantasia Dance Team

Saturday, February 13 Boys BB vs. Northwestern Senior Night, Riverside at JV Halftime, Winter

Percussion and Devilaires

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CLASSES OFFERED BY TIPP MONROE COMMUNITY SERVICES

ACT Prep Test

The ACT is a nationally administered, standardized paper-and-pencil test that helps colleges evaluate student candidates. The ACT Prep Class prepares students to take the test and perform well. Some students who have taken the class have improved their score by several points which is important especially if the child is hoping for a scholarship. Emphasis is placed on timing, test makeup, questions to avoid, creative guessing, reading techniques, and frequent errors in English.

Monday – Friday, Feb. 1-4, 6-7:30 pm; YE-01

Monday – Friday, April 4-7, 6-7:30 pm; YE-02

Monday – Friday, June 6-9, 6-7:30 pm; YE-03

Class is at Tipp Middle School

Cost: $46 resident/$56 non-resident

Registration should be made one week prior to the beginning of the class and a Medical Release form must be on file for students under 18 years of age. Students must purchase the latest edition of Cracking the ACT.

Win ‘em Over with Words Grades 6–8

Learn how to deliver impromptu speeches, be at ease with a school presentations & win a debate in this intro to public speaking and debate. Andi Porras, instructor. Broadway Elem., 223 W. Broadway, Tipp City $26 resident, 30 nonresident Tues., Feb. 9, 7–8 pm for 6 Tuesdays; YE-16

Mrs. Neal’s Not-so-Conventional Meditation for Teens Age 13–18

This interactive class will bring awareness to the causes of stress in your life and introduce students to an unconventional form of meditation to manage it safely. Instructor: Nancy Neal author of Not-so –conventional-meditation for teens. Tipp Middle School, 555 N. Hyatt, Tipp City $47 resident, $51 nonresident Wed., Feb. 17, 24, March 2 & 9, 7–8:30 pm; YE-11

Call 667-8631 for more information. Register at www.tmcomservices.org

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Spanish Classes Grades K–5

These classes will equip students linguistically and culturally to communicate successfully in a bilingual society. Students will learn by participation in class, study sheets, crafts and games. Structured for all levels of Spanish experiences. Instructor: Elvia Berrios Laudermilk Broadway Elem., 223 W. Broadway, Tipp City Tues., Feb. 2, 3:30–4:30 p.m. $45 per month, no classes during school holidays/breaks $10 one time supply fee paid directly to the instructor Term runs Feb. 2–May 24; YE-12 Previous students will resume class on Jan. 5, 2016

CAMP KERN

Tipp Monroe Community Services is proud to announce that the 2016 CAMP KERN trip will be held on Friday, February 12 and Saturday, February 13. Registration and payment deadline are January 29, 2016. Registration forms are available at TMCS and LT Ball. Cost per child is $65.00. A limited number of scholarships are available.