Edgewood City Schools

Happy New Year!

Last week Edgewood honored Superintendent Russ Fussnecker for his years of service to the district as he prepared for his retirement beginning January 1st. Edgewood appreciates the guidance and leadership he has provided over the years and wishes him the very best.

12/22 Tonight’s Boys’ Basketball game against Dayton Caroll is canceled due to the weather. Thank you for your understanding.

The Edgewood Board of Education will be holding an emergency meeting tomorrow, December 21, 2022, at 3:30 pm at the Board of Education Office, 3500 Busenbark Rd., in the Main Conference Room. There will be one agenda item - an overnight field trip. Action will be taken.

December 20, 2022 Dear Parents/Guardians of Kindergarten-Third Grade Students, Due to House Bill 436, school districts are required to administer annual dyslexia screenings to all students in these grades. These requirements will phase in over time however the initial requirements will begin this school year. This initial step will require professional development for our staff. The Ohio Dyslexia Committee has determined that teachers must complete 18 instructional hours of professional development that aligns with the dyslexia guidebook. Every kindergarten through third grade teacher must complete the required hours of training prior to April 1, 2023. Therefore, the district will provide two school days for this mandated training. Students in kindergarten through third grade will NOT report to school on January 13th and February 16th. The school district wants to inform parents early so that arrangements can be made ahead of time. Thank you in advance for your assistance with this requirement. If there are any questions, please feel free to contact me @ kelly.spivey@edgewoodschools.net. Sincerely, Kelly Spivey Interim Superintendent Edgewood City School District

Edgewood Board of Education December 19, 2022, Meeting Link https://youtu.be/TMt9u9WV-O8

EDGEWOOD HS/MS ATHLETIC EVENTS DEC. 19-22, 2022 MONDAY, DECEMBER 19  MS BOYS BASKETBALL VS BELLBROOK (HOME) 7 TH 5:30 / 8 TH 6:45  HS GIRLS BASKETBALL VS BADIN (HOME) JV 6:00 / VARSITY 7:30  MS GIRLS BASKETBALL @ BELLBROOK 7 TH 5:30 / 8 TH 6:45 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20  HS BOYS BASKETBALL @ MIDDLETOWN FR 4:30/JV 6:00/VAR 7:30 WEDNESDAY, DEC. 21  HS GIRLS BASKETBALL @ MT HEALTHY JV 6:00 / VARSITY 7:30  SWIM TEAMS @ BRAVE INVITATIONAL (MIAMI UNIVERSITY) 11 AM  MS BOYS BASKETBALL @ MONROE 7 TH 5:30 / 8 TH 6:30  MS GIRLS BASKETBALL VS MONROE (HOME) 7 TH 5:00 / 8 TH 6:15 THURSDAY, DEC. 22  HS BOYS BASKETBALL VS CARROLL. FR 4:30 / JV 6:00 / VARSITY 7:30  JV WRESTLING @ COLERAIN INVITATIONAL 4:30 HOME TICKET INFORMATION All ticket sales are online and can be accessed via: HIGH SCHOOL https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/event-tickets or https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/edgewood-cougar-tickets/ MIDDLE SCHOOL https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/edgewood-cougar-tickets/ HS BASKETBALL LIVE STREAM (VIDEO ONLY) FOR PURCHASE: https://www.edgewoodschools.com/page/livestreams

Edgewood City School District is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Air Force JROTC Instructor Team. All interested applicants must apply and be approved through Headquarters AFJROTC. The application can be found on the link below. If you are retired Air Force or will be retiring soon and want more information about this unique and rewarding career opportunity, please use the link below for more details. If you are interested but feel you may not meet all of the requirements, please contact Headquarters to discuss possible waiver opportunities. You have already given so much for your country, for which we thank you. Your experience and knowledge can be utilized to motivate and encourage the youth of today. https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Holm-Center/AFJROTC/Display/Article/3155947/prospective-instructors/

Please see the details included in this message about how you can support a very worthwhile project this holiday season.

Michael Marts has been nominated for Cincinnati Enquirer's Greater Cincinnati Bowling Player of the Week. He led the Cougars with a 435 series against Valley View as Edgewood improved to 2-1. It is the highest series by an Edgewood Bowler since 2018 and Top-10 in school history. Please show him your Cougar Spirit and use the link below to vote for Michael today!. Vote Here: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/high-school/high-school-sports/2022/12/13/vote-cincinnati-enquirer-high-school-athletes-of-the-week-dec-12/69718251007/

Wyatt Walker has been nominated for Cincinnati Enquirer's Greater Cincinnati Wrestler of the Week. He got the fastest pin of any weight class winner at the Edgewood Invitational, pinning his opponent in the final in just 43 seconds. Please show him your Cougar Spirit and use the link below to vote for Wyatt today!. Vote Here: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/high-school/high-school-sports/2022/12/13/vote-cincinnati-enquirer-high-school-athletes-of-the-week-dec-12/69718251007/

Peyton Smith has been nominated for Cincinnati Enquirer's Greater Cincinnati Boys Basketball Player of the Week. In games against Franklin, Northwest, and Monroe, Peyton combined for 67 points, 24 rebounds, nine assists, and seven steals. Please show him your Cougar Spirit and use the link below to vote for Peyton today! Vote Here: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/high-school/high-school-sports/2022/12/13/vote-cincinnati-enquirer-high-school-athletes-of-the-week-dec-12/69718251007/

Edgewood Boys and Girls Bowling Both teams are off to a great start. Each team is 3-1 overall. The Boys are 2-0 in conference and the Girls are 1-1. The Girls are led by Annalyse Bunger who has a 163 average and the boys are led by Michael Marts who has a 203 average. Come out and cheer on both teams Monday at 4:00 as they take on Monroe. This will be at Oxford Lanes.

EDGEWOOD HS/MS ATHLETIC EVENTS DEC. 12-17, 2022 MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 · MS BOYS BASKETBALL VS PLEASANT RUN (HOME) 7TH 5:00 / 8TH 6:15 · BOYS/GIRLS BOWLING VS MONROE (OXFORD LANES) 3:45 · MS GIRLS BASKETBALL @ PLEASANT RUN 7TH 5:00 / 8TH 6:15 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13 · JV WRESTLING – QUAD MATCH (HOME) 4:30 PM · HS BOYS BASKETBALL @ MIAMISBURG FR 4:30/JV 6:00/VAR 7:30 WEDNESDAY, DEC. 14 · HS GIRLS BASKETBALL VS ROSS (HOME) JV 6:00 / VARSITY 7:30 · HS ACADEMIC TEAM @ TALAWANDA 4:00 · MS BOYS BASKETBALL VS TALAWANDA (HOME) 7TH 5:00 / 8TH 6:15 · MS GIRLS BASKETBALL @ TALAWANDA 7TH 5:00 / 8TH 6:15 THURSDAY, DEC. 15 · HS BOYS/GIRLS BOWLING @ TALAWANDA 4:00 FRIDAY, DEC. 16 · HS BOYS BASKETBALL @ TALAWANDA FR 4:30 / JV 6:00 / VAR 7:30 SATURDAY, DEC. 17 · BOYS/GIRLS SWIM @ HARRISON INVITATIONAL (LAWRENCEBURG HS) 9:00 · HS WRESTLING @ COACHES CLASSIC 9:00 · MS WRESTLING @ FAIRFIELD INVITATIONAL 9:00 HOME TICKET INFORMATION All ticket sales are online and can be accessed via: HIGH SCHOOL https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/event-tickets or https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/edgewood-cougar-tickets/ MIDDLE SCHOOL https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/edgewood-cougar-tickets/ HS LIVE STREAM (VIDEO ONLY) FOR PURCHASE: https://www.edgewoodschools.com/page/livestreams

This weekend the EHS varsity wrestling team will be hosting their annual invitational on December 9-10. A total of 23 teams will be participating in this event and some of the best wrestlers in the area will be competing. There are 5 levels of tickets for purchase: All sessions on Friday and Saturday $16 Friday Only Session $7 Saturday All-Day Morning & Afternoon Sessions $10 Saturday Morning Session $7 Saturday Afternoon Session $7 Tickets are available online and can be purchased at: https://edgewoodcougarathletics.com/event-tickets

Please see the details included in this message about how you can support a very worthwhile project.

Dear Edgewood Community, Anna Bunger has been nominated for this week’s Cincinnati Enquirer’s Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky High School Athlete of the Week for Top Ohio Girls Bowler. Anna was the Cougars’ second-highest scorer in a win over West Carrollton, then led her team with a 322 series in a win over Mt. Healthy. The deadline is 4 p.m. on Friday. Please take a moment and show Anna your Cougar Pride and support her by voting at the link to follow. Vote Here: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/high-school/high-school-sports/2022/12/06/vote-cincinnati-enquirer-high-school-athletes-of-the-week-dec-5/69702956007/

EHS vs. EMS Spirit Competition Students earn points for the most school spirit and for bringing in the most canned goods for the local food pantry. More info on Mr. Geygan’s video link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GMEdu841uiPiFKNemZiWeoVDKPITh71s/view?usp=sharing

Edgewood’s third-grade teacher Amber Schmidt was nominated for Local 12 News’ Educator of the Week! EIS was abuzz today as Local 12 reporter Kristen Cornett and her videographer Reggi visited Amber’s classroom and conducted interviews. The segment will air Monday, December 12th starting in the 6:00 - 7:00 am hour and repeated occasionally thereafter during the day. Please join us in congratulating Amber on this well-deserved honor!

Are you or someone you know looking for something rewarding to do to fill that extra time and supplement your income while having a positive impact on the education of students across the district? If the answer is yes, please read the information below to find out how you can become a member of our team here at Edgewood and make a difference in the lives of our children!