Quick News 5-27-13 - Tipp City Exempted Village Schools

Quick News
May 27, 2013
***THS Graduation is Sunday, June 2 nd at 2:30 PM***
Superintendent’s Message
John P. Kronour, PhD.
On behalf of the staff and students of Tipp City Exempted Village Schools, I want to extend
my gratitude and thanks to our terrific volunteers. Without a doubt, these dedicated people
contribute to our excellence in countless ways and enrich the learning experiences for our
students. We are fortunate to have parents, grandparents, retired teachers and community
members who generously donate their time and talents to our district. Our volunteers help in
the classroom, tutor students, organize special events, assist with clerical duties, and
chaperone field trips. Volunteers are busy at our concession stands, athletic events, and
behind the scenes of our musical and theatrical programs. These are just a few of the ways
these volunteers are valuable assets to our district and community. Thank you for making
education a priority and being a partner with Tipp City Schools!
Congratulations to members of the Class of 2013 who received thousands of dollars in local scholarships and
special awards during an end-of-the-year ceremony. The annual tradition celebrates the successes and
accomplishments of the senior class. Look for a special edition of Quick News on Friday, May 31 st with photos
and names of the winners.
Congratulations to Dr. Gretta Kumpf for receiving the “Leap of Faith” award from Project MORE. The
volunteer-based reading program recognizes Dr. Kumpf’s “pioneering vision and significant contributions that
continue to help students with disabilities and students not on track to become proficient readers.” This year the
local effort included 86 mentors and 65 students in all grades. The results are nothing short of AMAZING. Some
students increased their reading aptitude by five levels.
Congratulations to the 2012-13 Dramatic Achievement
Award recipients (from left to right): Best Character
Actor, Frankie Viskup; Best Character Actress, Kailee
Tateman; Best Supporting Actor, Quintin Faler; Best
Supporting Actress, Zoe Mendenhall; Best Actor,
Maxwell Witeof; Best Actress, Lauren Johnson.

Congratulations to the newly inducted Band Hall of Fame honorees. Band Directors Steve Parks, Heather
Marsh, and Past Director Stewart King introduced inductees before the start of the High School Spring
Concert. National Association for Music Education President Nancy Ditmer (class of 1968) addressed the
audience. At the conclusion of the concert, all inductees joined Symphonic Winds and played the last piece under
the direction of Stewart King. The hall of fame includes Member Plaques, individual awards, State Superior
Plaques, and past marching band uniforms.
Hall of Fame Members in attendance were, left to right: Emily Starcher – 2011, Ryan Starcher - 2013, Megan
Wolfe – 2013, David Stockler – 2013, Nancy Ditmer – 1968, George Edge - 1975, George Schram -1960, Sara
Sutton – 2010, Stewart Blatt – 2002. Also in the picture is Past Band Director Stewart King (1956 – 1972).
Inductees not present were Steven Reineke – 1988, Kurt Gildow – 2001, David McKeever – 2003 and Rebecca
Leis – 2008. In the photo to the right, the Class of 1968 showed up to support the induction of classmate Nancy
Ditmer.First row: Candy Peffley, Nancy Ditmer, Charlet Stiles, Brenda Seagraves, and Jody Pittenger. Back row:
Jim McDonald, Stan Evans, Dale Pittenger
Congratulations to TMS student Laura Fink for her outstanding performance at the 28 th annual Power of the
Pen State Competition. Laura placed 15 th in the state of Ohio among 7 th
graders. Approximately 750 writers in Ohio participated in the all-day
writing tournament, which was whittled down from nearly 7,000 at the
beginning of the season. This tournament is the culmination of twenty-five
District and twelve regional competitions held throughout the state.
Students competed in three 35-minute writing rounds and a "Power
Round," vying for trophies, certificates, cash prizes, and college
scholarships. All writing is in response to prompts not known in advance.
Representing Tippecanoe Middle School at the state tournament were
Laura Fink, Lauren Wyant, Abby Walker, and Taylor Hudson, all 7th
graders. Tori Livesay, an 8th grader, also represented the school. To the
left Laura and her coaches Bridget Hughes and Amy Armentrout are all
smiles following the victory.
Congratulations to the 2013-2014 Octagon Club officers. They are President Allison Sinning, Vice President
Alex Harrison, Secretary Lauren Brackman, and Treasurer Meredith Coughlin.
Congratulations to the 2013-2014 National Honor Society officers. They are President Brad Bruns, Vice
President Margo Shininger, Secretary Coletta Seeman, and Treasurer Katherine Shirley.

It was curtain time last week for Mrs. Sowder’s
first grade class at Nevin Coppock Elementary
School. The talented students sang and performed
the story of the Wee Red Pirate for a very
appreciative audience of family and friends!
Tipp City tradition from the THS English Department
One of the joys of teaching seniors is getting to hand back the writing folders that hold a collection of writings
from K-12. Students thoroughly enjoy looking back at how far they’ve come in 13 short years. They spend class
laughing over the silly things they wrote about, sharing stories about friends that moved away, and remembering
the “cool” things they did in X, Y, or Z’s class. It is a very entertaining, yet affirming day, as the students realize
the great strides they’ve made as students and as people. It is a portfolio they will keep and look back on fondly
over the years (yes, teachers Ian Porto and Brenda Mahaney still have theirs from their time in Tipp City Schools
). It is such a great Tipp City tradition, one of the many reasons that makes living and working here so great! In
the top left photo seniors Jessica Williams, Hannah Jay, and Seth Taylor share a laugh and memory. In the photo
on the right, smiling seniors proudly hold their portfolios. Keep writing!
IMPORTANT GRADUATION INFORMATION!!!
Graduation Ceremonies for the Class of 2013 are on Sunday, June 2 beginning at 2:30 PM. Graduates need to
enter the school promptly at 1:45 in the afternoon. Doors open to guests at 2:00 PM via the front and back athletic
entrances. The main doors to the high school will not be used. Only ticket holders will be permitted into the
gymnasium where the graduation takes place. All others can enjoy the ceremony in the Center for Performing
Arts. Parking is at a premium so please consider carpooling. As a reminder, seniors walking across the stage to
receive their diploma MUST attend the rehearsal on Friday, May 31 st at 9:00 AM and all student fees MUST be
paid.

Hands across the walls and halls of Broadway
Elementary School. In the photo to the right,
Olivia Wilson marks her spot! Students earn
the privilege to put a handprint on the wall
by accumulating AR points in reading. This
tradition dates back to 2003. Yes, the walls
are full and colorful!
ATHLETICS
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2013 BASEBALL DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!
The THS Varsity Baseball team beat Alter High School in the district championship game on Friday. The team
now advances to the first round of regional competition. Game time is 2:00 Thursday, May 30 th at the University
of Dayton. Good luck boys.

Congratulations and good luck to the THS Track and Field Regional Qualifiers who will compete next week
at Welcome Stadium. On Wednesday, June 5 th , Field Events begin at 4:00 PM and running events start at 4:30
PM. On Friday, June 7 th , Field Events begin at 5:00 PM and Running Events start at 6:00 PM.
GIRLS
Wednesday, June 5th
4x800m Relay Team - Allison Sinning, Emily Wolfe, Claudia Barhorst, Erica Comer
300m Hurdles - Allison Rawlins (Preliminaries)
Friday, June 7th
1600m - Emily Wolfe
3200m - Allison Sinning
BOYS
Wednesday, June 5th
4x800m Relay Team - Sam Wharton, Mitchell Poynter, Rick Andrews, Grant Koch
Pole Vault - Max McDonald
Friday, June 7 th
1600m - Mitchell Poynter
800m - Grant Koch
3200m - Sam Wharton, Rick Andrews
High Jump - Andy Droesch
Congratulations to TMS spring athletes for their strong seasons. The Boys Track and Field team finished 3 rd ,
while the girls team finished 5 th in the CBC. Taylor Prall and Sophia Kremer are both CBC champions, winning
the 100-meter hurdles and High Jump. Taylor Prall set a new record by running a 16.39 in the 100 hurdles. The
team of Casey Abney, Alex Taylor, Damian Delgado, and Evan Hamilton finished as CBC runner- up in the
4X100 meter relay. Evan Hamilton is the CBC champion in 110 hurdles and Damian Delgado is the CBC
champion in the 200-meter hurdles. Finally, the team of Zach Dix, Colin Durcan, Nathan Hamberg, and Casey
Abney finished as CBC champions in the 4X400 meter relay. The team of Makenzie Dietz, Tori Livesay, Lydia
Guevara, and Abbi Halsey broke the 17-year-old Distance Medley record with a time of 11:38.56 at the Troy
Relays. Below, some of the girls admire their hard-earned hardware following the spring awards ceremony.

HERE IS A LOOK AT THIS YEAR’S THS ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
Fall Sports:
Football – Playoff Qualifier
Boys Soccer – CBC Champions, District Runner-Up
Girls Soccer – District Runner-Up
Girls Tennis – CBC Champions; Sierra Nellessen was State Qualifier
Girls Golf – CBC Champions, Team was District Qualifier
Boys Golf – Team was District Qualifier
Boys CC – CBC Champions, Team was State Qualifier; Sam Wharton was State Champion
Girls CC – CBC Champions, Team was Regional Qualifier; Allison Sinning was State Placer
Winter Sports:
Wrestling – Seven district qualifiers with two alternates; two alternates went to state.
Bowling – One district qualifier
Boys Swimming – CBC Champions; 200 and 400 Free Relay team went to State (Jay Bell, Grant Koch, Jack
Gaskins, Chace Conley); Jay Bell competed in the 50 and 100 Free
Girls Swimming – CBC Champions; 200 Medley Relay went to State (Kirsten Bell, Bailey Cahill, Cameron
Cahill, and Sidney Roemke); Bailey Cahill competed in 100 Butterfly.
Spring Sports:
Baseball – CBC Champions, Regional Champions, District Champions…hopefully more to come
Boys Tennis – CBC Champions; Three qualified to districts
Track – Several Regional Qualifiers, Possible State Qualifiers
Sports Physicals for school athletes will be held on Saturday, June 8 th from 8AM to 10 AM at the High
School. For an appointment, call the high school athletic office at 669-6363 or 669-6364. The copay for this is
$20 per athlete.
For athletic results go to www.cbcsportsonline.com.
Tippecanoe High School athletic schedules are available at:
http://www.usatodayhss.com/school/tippecanoe-high-school-tipp-city-oh
Tippecanoe Middle School athletic schedule are available at:
http://schedules.schedulestar.com/Tippecanoe-Middle-School-Tipp-City-OH#Tippecanoe-Middle-
School-Tipp-City-OH/month/
KIT-TV is now streaming the Board of Education Meetings and other Tipp City School activities on line.
To view go to: www.kittv.org.

The Summer Reading Club of Tipp City Public Library begins June 10 th . Children will “Dig Into Reading” with
many programs focusing on all things underground. Local performer Chris Rowlands will jump start the Summer
Reading Club with music and entertainment at 3:00 PM.
Tipp City Arts Council and Tipp-Monroe Community
Services are ready for the 2013 Summer Concert Series.
The premier event of the series is the 4 th Annual Canal
Music Fest on June 8 th beginning at 6:30 PM. The
headline act for this year’s show will be “Phil Dirt and the
Dozers.” The show is free and open to the public. It is held
at the Tipp City Public Park located off Parkwood Drive.
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