Superintendent’s Thoughts

Dr. Gretta Kumpf

This week, Tippecanoe High School hosts Curriculum Night, an event designed to help students and their families navigate the many educational options available during high school. On February 1, THS administrators, guidance counselors, and teachers will provide presentations about THS scheduling, course selections, and opportunities. The event is for current 8th to eleventh grade students and their parents and runs from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the high school. Each academic department will showcase course offerings and highlight clubs, activities, and experiences related to the content area. Each department will set up a booth in the Commons and have teachers available to answer questions on course offerings for the 2018-2019 school year. The 8th grade Parent Informational Meeting and College Credit Plus Informational Meeting are also scheduled. Parents and students can attend breakout sessions on a variety of topics such as Advanced Placement courses, options at Miami Valley Career Technology Center, and planning for junior and senior years. It is a great way to get excited about looking ahead and planning for the future.

We Are Tipp: Building True GRIT!

January 29, 2018

Tipp City Exempted

Village Schools

Volume 3, Issue 23 Quick News

In their very first submission to NCTE's Program to Recognize Excellence

in Student Literary Magazines (PRESLM), the 2017 Inferno was awarded an Excellent rating. Each entry is reviewed by two judges independently

and evaluated on the journal's literary quality, rhetorical variety, editing, and design production. This award speaks to the hard work of last year's

student editors and, especially, the talent and courage of our student

writers. Follow @THSInferno on Twitter and Instagram for 2018 updates. Pictured to the right is Tippecanoe High School student Laura

Fink reading at last year’s Inferno Book Release Party.

Inferno Receives "Excellent" Rating in National Competition

Congratulations Congratulations to Broadway Elementary Super Citizens for the month of January. Teachers

selected these students for showing the character trait of friendship.

2nd Grade Super Citizens 3rd Grade Super Citizens

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Students of the Month

Congratulations to LT Ball Intermediate’s Students of the Month for January. Teachers nominated these students because they know how to be respectful, be responsible, and have integrity. This month’s award winners also got recognized for being helpful to others.

Exploring Career Options

The Tippecanoe High School Counseling Department attended the ACT State Organization Conference and presented a session on Informing Students and Parents about Career Options. They shared information on College and Career Night, the College Fair held during the day, advisory period, College and Career Month, and local partnerships they have formed.

Cincinnati Reds Caravan Stops at TMS

The Cincinnati Reds Caravan stopped at Tippecanoe Middle School to talk with students about leadership, perseverance, hard work, dedication, and dreams. It all started with an essay contest. Assistant principal Clay Lavercombe, a self-proclaimed Reds fanatic, submitted an original essay on why, based on his support of the team, the 2018 Reds Caravan should make a stop at the middle school. TMS is one of only four recipients in Ohio to earn this opportunity. Broadcasters Jeff Brantley and Jim Day, pitcher Amir Garret, minor leaguer Tyler Stephenson, general manager Dick Williams, mascot Rosie Red, and World Series champion Todd Benzinger were at TMS. The stopover included a 20 minute meet and greet, and a question and answer session with the entire student body.

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It was truly a memorable night for LT Ball Intermediate students and their dancing partners. Moms and dads joined their sons and daughters for the annual Blizzard Blast, the culmination of a physical education unit on dancing. The 5th grade boys looked dapper in their suits, dress shirts, and ties while the 5th grade girls looked stunning in their fancy dresses. The smiles in these pictures say it all. Thank you physical education teacher Jeanne Koch for this annual tradition that brings families together for a fun-filled event with love and laughter.

Tippecanoe High School was one of more than 15,000 high schools to participate in The Great Kindness Challenge. “One Week. One Checklist. Infinite Happiness.” The Great Kindness Challenge is one week devoted to performing as many acts of kindness as possible at school. Using a provided checklist of 50 kind acts, students accepted the challenge and showed each other that KINDNESS MATTERS! As a show of support for this effort, Board of Education member Theresa Dunaway, gave out gift cards to students who shared their random act of kindness and made a difference for another person.

PBIS

Dance

Party

There were some fancy moves at Nevin Coppock Elementary’s afternoon dance party. The students earned the party as a reward in the Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports program. Thank you to LT Ball Intermediate teachers Jeanne Koch and Sharon Pfister for leading the students in the Chicken Dance, Macarena, and Limbo. It was a “rewarding” and fun time!

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The Ohio American Legion Buckeye Boys State program is an opportunity for high school boys to learn about the operation of the democratic form of government, organization of political parties, and relations of one to the other in shaping Ohio government. The hands-on experience is an eight day commitment and open to current juniors who are in good academic standing and possess qualities of leadership and good citizenship. This year’s program will be held at Miami University in Oxford from June 10-17, 2018. Applications are available in the high school counseling office and due by February 13th.

Chance to Learn Leadership and Management Skills

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018; 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Don’t miss Hidden in Plain Sight, a mock teenager’s bedroom that allows parents and other adults to explore the room to identify drug paraphernalia and hiding places that include everyday items. Hidden in Plain Sight is an awareness program that helps uncover signs of trouble including drinking, smoking, and using drugs.

Current Students in Grades 8 to 11 and Their Parents

8th Grade Parent Information Meeting

College Credit Plus Information Meeting

Academic Department Exhibits

Co-curricular Displays

Teachers Available to Answer Questions

2018-2019 Scheduling Information

Breakout Sessions:

Advanced Placement Classes

Graduation Requirements

Miami Valley Career Technical Center

Tipp City Schools

Facilities Community Engagement

JOIN THE CONVERSATION—Provide Feedback on the district’s facilities planning process!

February 20, LT Ball Intermediate School, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

The Board of Education is looking closely at the district’s facility needs and developing a master facilities plan . Recent discussions include possibly remodeling/renovating Tippecanoe Middle School and LT Ball Intermediate School. The BOE continues to thoughtfully evaluate K-3 needs as part of the master plan. The BOE is inviting parents and residents of Tipp City to attend the upcoming Facilities Community Engagement to learn about possible options and provide feedback. This includes identifying areas of concerns, addressing priorities, evaluating building usage, and assessing constituent support.

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Parent-Teacher

Conferences

CHANGE

Of

DATE

Tippecanoe Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences

FEBRUARY 15TH

3:00 pm TO 6:00 pm

Call the office at 667-8454 to schedule a conference.

NEW DATE

FEBRUARY 2

7:00 AM TO 8:00 AM

HOSTED BY OLD TIPPECANOE COFFEE

HOUSE AND TIPPECANOE HIGH SCHOOL

PRINCIPAL STEVE VERHOFF

DROP IN AND/OR STAY THE HOUR

Kindergarten Registration Coming Soon Save the Date! Kindergarten registration is scheduled for

the week of February 26-March 2. More information on

how to register will be provided next week.

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Athletics

Congratulations to the Tippecanoe girls swim team on winning the GWOC North! There were several 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishes by various swimmers and relays. The girls took down 6-time defending champion Vandalia-Butler to win by 31 points. There were several big time swims by Alexis Cook, Kat Oen, Simone King, Tori Prenger, Madison Leonard, Alissa Buynak, Nicole Downing, Viha Stoffenberger, Molly Spitzer, Marissa Garber, Alicia Miller, Victoria Jacobs, Sophia McDowell, Katie Taylor, Grace Liette, Katie Mullins, andTasha Bruner.

Congratulations

CHAMPIONS

Congratulations to the junior high wrestling team for its second place finish in the GWOC North. Noah Schweiterman 6th place, Carson Robbins 2nd place, Pedro Eldridge 4th place, Cymon Dalrymple 6th place, Cayd Everhart 1st place, Collin Hanrahan 2nd place, Evan Stonerock 4th place.

1st Place Swimmers Alexis Cook 50 Free*, 100 Free * Kat Oen 100 Breast*, 200 IM * 200 Free Relay- Kat Oen, Tori Prenger, Simone King, Alexis Cook* 2nd Place Swimmers Tori Prenger 100 Back* 200 Medley Relay- Tori Prenger, Kat Oen, Madison Leonard, Alexis Cook* *Qualified for GWOC Conference Championship

Top 10 Finishers Viha Stoffenberger 50 Free, 100 Back Marissa Garber 100 Back Grace Liette 100 Breast Molly Spitzer 100 Breast Madison Leonard 100 Fly Katie Mullins 100 Fly Tori Prenger 100 Fly Simone King 100 Free* Alissa Buynak 200 Free, 500 Free Nicole Downing 200 Free, 500 Free 400 Free Relay- Alissa Buynak, Nicole Downing, Simone King, Viha Stoffenberger*

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Monday, January 29th 3:30 PM Home Bowling Boys Varsity vs. Sidney High School @ Troy Bowl 3:30 PM Home Bowling Girls Varsity vs. Sidney High School @ Troy Bowl T Tuesday, January 30th 6:00 PM Away Basketball Boys JV vs. Sidney High School @ Sidney High School 4:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Freshman vs. Sidney High School @ Sidney High School 7:30 PM Away Basketball Boys Varsity vs. Sidney High School @ Sidney High School Wednesday, January 31st 6:00 PM Home Basketball Girls JV vs. Piqua High School @ Tippecanoe HS N 7:30 PM Home Basketball Girls Varsity vs. Piqua High School @ Tippecanoe HS Gym Thursday, February 1st 4:30 PM Away Bowling Boys Varsity vs. Piqua High School @ Brel-Aire Bowling Lanes 4:30 PM Away Bowling Girls Varsity vs. Piqua High School @ Brel-Aire Bowling Lanes 6:00 PM Away Swimming Coed Varsity vs. GWOC @ Trotwood-Madison HS Friday, February 2nd 6:00 PM Home Basketball Boys JV vs. Piqua High School @ Tippecanoe HS 4:30 PM Home Basketball Boys Freshman vs. Piqua High School @ Tippecanoe HS 7:30 PM Home Basketball Boys Varsity vs. Piqua High School @ Tippecanoe HS Saturday, February 3rd 11:30 AM Home Basketball Girls JV vs. Greenville City Schools @ Tippecanoe HS 1:00 PM Home Basketball Girls Varsity vs. Greenville City Schools @ Tippecanoe HS TBA Home Swimming Coed Varsity RED DEVIL RELAYS @ Miami County YMCA (TROY)

This week in Tippecanoe High School Sports

This week in Tippecanoe Middle School Sports

Sport Opponent Location

Monday, January 29th

5:30 H Boys Baksetball 7th West Carrollton (Pep Band) Tippecanoe Middle School

6:45 H Boys Baksetball 8th West Carrollton (Pep Band) Tippecanoe Middle School

Tuesday, January 30th

5:30 H Girls Basketball 7th Springboro Blue (Pep Band) Tippecanoe Middle School

6:45 H Girls Basketball 8th Springboro Blue (Pep Band) Tippecanoe Middle School

Wednesday, January 31st

5:30 A Boys Baksetball 7th Springfield Blue Springfield Middle School

6:45 A Boys Baksetball 8th Springfield Blue Springfield Middle School

Saturday, February 3rd

TBA Girls Basketball 7th GWOC Tournament TBA

TBA Girls Basketball 8th GWOC Tournament TBA

8:00 A Wrestling Miami East Duals Miami East Middle School

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Tired of those winter doldrums? Sick of cabin fever? Shake off those blues with a trip to

the annual Tipp City Area Arts Council’s Fine Art Exhibit and Sale! This year’s event will be held in two parts with an Artist Reception to be held

on Friday, February 9th at 6:30 PM at Midwest Memories and the Sale to be held on Saturday, February 10th from 10 to 4 PM at the

Community Room at the Tipp City Zion Lutheran Church located at 14 W. Walnut Street in Tipp City (corner of Main and Second Streets).

Attend both events and you will be entered to win an awesome gift basket!

Featuring the works of area artists and fine art vendors, the Sale on Saturday February 10 includes paintings, fine jewelry, photography, glass,

pottery, and more! The Mayflower Center and TCAAC’s 6x6 Art donated by local artists will also be on display and available for purchase.

Parking is at the back of the church. The event is handicapped-accessible and will be held regardless of weather conditions. Food, prepared by

the Sisters of the Skillet, and beverages will be available for purchase.

LOOKING FOR A WAY TO SUPPORT

LOCAL EDUCATION?

The Tippecanoe Educational Endowment is seeking new advisors to serve on its board. TEE supports the children of the

community by enriching their educational opportunities and experiences. TEE’s mission is to provide funds to students,

faculty and employees of the Tipp City Schools for the creation of, or participation in, enrichment programs. If interested by

contact Karen Kaibis at a_kaibis@yahoo.com

Better Baby Sitters - Age 10 and up Your child will learn the skills needed to babysit; CPR for Child and Infant, Basic First Aid, Growth and Development and appropriate toys and activities for kids. Students will learn diaper changing, infant care and how to feed a toddler. Instructor; Amy Klebonow Marks, BSN, RN of Enriching Kidz. $85 resident & nonresident Sat., Feb. 3 & 10, 10:30 am – 2:30 pm; YE-10

Challenge Island Family Night - Loops and Thrills ages 4-14 plus This Challenge Island program will bring your family together as a unified tribe where you will take on some of our most popular challenges. Tribes will have a blast learning about the physics of roller coasters while they design and build their own thrilling coaster! Instructor: Leslie Mosley. $25 resident, $30 nonresident per family Tues., Feb. 13, 6-7:30 pm; YE-11

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Cloverbud Investigators Reading Adventures –Age 5-8 years Children will have the chance to investigate science based activities and make a healthy snack during weekly labs. Instructor: Demetria Woods, OSU Extension Be My Valentine Scribble Bot – explore how batteries work and make a robot that will decorate your valentines. Students will read a heartwarming story and create a valentine treat. Mon., Feb. 12, 6-7:30 pm; YE-12 $5 supply fee paid directly to instructor Make It Snow – explore snowflakes and discover how to make a substance that looks and feels like snow. Read a wintry story and have a snowy day snack. Mon., Feb. 26, 6-7:30 pm; YE-13 $5 supply fee paid directly to instructor Guitar Lessons - 5th grade to adults Beginners and advanced class with emphasis on chording, rhythm and melody. Learn popular, pop classic rock and folk music. Bring guitar, binder and pencil. Handouts provided by the instructor. Method books available for purchase. Instructor; Kristin Akers. $68 resident, $70 nonresident Mon., Feb. 5, 6 – 6:45 pm for 6 Mondays; YE-15

Conversational Spanish – age 15 plus In this introductory course, students will learn basic vocabulary and grammar. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to communicate using basic words and phrases learned during the course. Instructor; Kristin Akers. $68 resident, $70 nonresident Mon., Feb. 5, 7-7:45 pm for 6 Mondays; AE-05

February 2– Game Show Day 3:30-5:00 p.m. Play games inspired by your favorite TV Game Shows– Family Feud, Ellen’s Head’s up Game and from Hollywood Game Night.

February 16– Movie Matinee– Wonder 1:30-3:30 p.m. School’s Out! Come see the movie “Wonder” and enjoy free popcorn.

Start your weekend off at the library afterschool with your friends!

Every other Friday the Library is hosting a different event in the

Teen Den for 6th-12th youth afterschool.

No registration required and everything is free!

AT THE TIPP CITY

PUBLIC LIBRARY