Loveland Magazine

Steve Long to Speak at Career Transitioning Ministry

On September 15th at Epiphany UMC, The Career Transitioning Ministry will feature Steve Long from the Job Search Learning Lab.

The Career Transitioning Ministry (CTM) offers practical, personal and spiritual support for individuals who have lost their jobs or are concerned about losing their jobs. It is open to the public, free of charge and requires no pre-registration to attend.

This ministry is being offered through Epiphany United Methodist Church and River Hills Christian Church.

Meetings are held each Tuesday from 7-8:30 PM. On the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays,
we will meet at Epiphany UMC (6635 Loveland Miamiville Rd.). The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays we will meet at RHCC (6300 Price Rd.).

Clermont Common Pleas Court Launches Web Site

You can now find out more about Clermont County Common Pleas Court by visiting the new Web site www.ClermontCommonPleas.com. 

9/11: Remembering Patriots Past and Present

"We honor those who have lost their lives defending our freedom."

CLERMONT COUNTY, OHIO - The Board of Clermont County Commissioners has proclaimed Friday, September 11, 2009 as Patriot Day in Clermont County, marking the eighth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America.  Citizens are encouraged to fly their American flags at half-mast on this day to remember the nearly 3,000 people who died and the many others who were injured on that day during attacks in New York, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania.  Many citizens will also pause for a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m., the time when the first plane flew into the World Trade Center.

The proclamation encourages us to also remember the thousands of families who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001.  It calls on us to recognize the courage of the firefighters, police officers, and other emergency responders who showed the true meaning of heroism during the rescue efforts.

“Today we see the virtue of the September 11 heroes in our military personnel,” reads the proclamation.  “We are grateful to all of these men and woman and to their families, for the sacrifices they have made and for their service.  We honor those who have lost their lives defending our freedom.”

On September 11, 2001, four planes were hijacked.  The hijackers deliberately flew three of the planes into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon; a fourth plane crashed in a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.  It was the largest act of terrorism ever on American soil.

Loveland Tigers Quickly Fall to 0-2

By: Chris Shoals

After last weeks disappointing start, the Tigers were hoping to avenge that loss with the best medicine a doctor can prescribe to a football team; and that is winning. Unfortunately for the Tigers, they put themselves out of it early finding themselves down 7-0, just 13 seconds into the game after an 88 yard opening kick-off return for a touchdown by Lebanon’s Chase Cochran. And, were down 21-0 just after 12 minutes of play.

Adam Engel continued to be the bright shining star for the Tigers offense all night long leading the Tigers offense not only in passing, but in rushing as well. Engel was an efficient 7 for 9 passing for 49 yards, and also had a team high 149 yards on the ground including a 60 yard run. Engel also was an essential factor in leading the Tigers to a 3 for 3 night on third down conversions. Tigers head coach Andrew Marlatt was very impressed. “Adam Engel accepts the burden of carrying our team on his back. He is asked to run, pass and lead our offense as well as play cornerback on defense, and is often asked to guard the opposing teams best receiver. He said that Engel played very well accept for one play where he bit on a run fake and let the Ohio University bound Lebanon wideout get past him. "I will take partial blame for the play because based on the formation Lebanon was in, and the down and distance, the option play was a likely call. I yelled 'watch the option' prior to the snap." Lebanon faked a dive option and the receiver ran a stalk and go route. Marlatt said, "Adam hesitated briefly and the guy got behind him.”

Both teams failed to put points on the board in the second quarter, and then as last week, the Tigers made a lot of good halftime adjustments and put themselves right back in the game with an Engel 60 yard touchdown run. Unfortunately, the Tigers defense were missing a key piece to their puzzle in Randy Mullins (injury) and could not come up with a stop. Lebanon reclaimed their 21 point lead at 28-7.
 
Loveland’s Isaac Spence capped off a long Tiger drive in the 4th Quarter with a 2 yard touchdown run making the score 28-14; but the Tigers were simply out of time. “A fourth down stop with 4 minutes to go on Lebanons 10 yard line sealed our fate," said Marlatt. He pointed out that had the Tigers converted that 4th down and scored, it would have been 28-21, with three timeouts left. "Shoulda, coulda, woulda, what it is, what it ain't, what it could be, what it can't... we have to make plays early and must be ready to play at 7:30 each week,” said Marlatt.

The Tigers nemesis last week was stopping opponents on 3rd downs, and trying to minimize 1st quarter scoring. Unfortunately, it was same as the Tigers were not only outscored 21-0 in the first quarter, but have allowed 48 points in the first half in both games this year. Marlatt said “We beat Lebanon and Turpin (week #1 opponent) for 3 quarters but the first quarter 21 point deficit was too much to overcome.” Loveland did outscore Turpin, and Lebanon in the second half, and you have to think that will help them in the games to come.

With the Tigers falling to 0-2, they join Harrison (also 0-2) at the cellar of the FAVC Buckeye division. Anderson continued their extremely soft non-divisional schedule as they surged to the top of the division as the only team to be 2-0. Glen Este, Milford, and Winton Woods are all 1-1.

Marlatt is not ready to quit, nor is his team.“I appreciate all the Tiger fans, especially those that stayed the entire game and support us thick or thin, in good or bad times."  He said he is not in a panic mode yet. "Our team has worked extremely hard since last December and we have not yet begun to fight."

Marlatt advised that the Tigers play a very tough schedule. "I went out and got these neighborhood battles vs. Lebanon and Turpin." He said he would would rather be 0-2 playing tough teams and preparing the team for the FAVC Buckeye, than 2-0 against weaker opponents. "Call it pride, call it ignorance, but you do not get better playing weaker competition just to pad your record as a team or as a coach." He said that Loveland football has made great strides the past few years and they will continue to build the program in the years to come. "The 2009 team will have a good year despite the rocky start. I encourage all Tiger fans to stay on board for the exciting ride through the season." Marlatt said that being on the road the next three weeks, the team will need continued fan support.

The Tigers will hit the road for the next three weeks as they will bus over to Turpin High School to take on the McNicholas Rockets next week, to be followed by Kings and Wilmington. Game time is 7:30 PM.

The President’s message to America's students

The President’s message to America's students today rested on two twin pillars of his vision: there is great hope and great potential in America; but the fulfillment of that hope is dependent on hard work and taking personal responsibility. 

 

There seemed to be a lot of hunger for this message, and thanks to all of the teachers, school administrators, parents and students who participated.  As just one data point, we're happy to report that today’s live-stream of the President's speech on education and personal responsibility smashed our previous records for viewers here at WhiteHouse.gov.   We don't have statistics on the total number of viewers yet, but we were able to gauge that the peak number of viewers at any given moment was around 184,000, almost triple the previous record set by the President’s initial online town hall.

President's Advanced Release: "Welcoming America’s Students Back to School"

This is the advanced text of the back to school address to the nations school children that President Barack Obama will deliver on Tuesday.

The Loveland school district has chosen to not air the President's talk after "receiving calls and emails from concerned parents" and "problematic" scheduling difficulties. (See related article.)

Arlington, Virginia
September 8, 2009
 

The President: Hello everyone – how’s everybody doing today? I’m here with students at Wakefield High School in Arlington, Virginia. And we’ve got students tuning in from all across America, kindergarten through twelfth grade. I’m glad you all could join us today. 

I know that for many of you, today is the first day of school. And for those of you in kindergarten, or starting middle or high school, it’s your first day in a new school, so it’s understandable if you’re a little nervous. I imagine there are some seniors out there who are feeling pretty good right now, with just one more year to go. And no matter what grade you’re in, some of you are probably wishing it were still summer, and you could’ve stayed in bed just a little longer this morning.

I know that feeling. When I was young, my family lived in Indonesia for a few years, and my mother didn’t have the money to send me where all the American kids went to school. So she decided to teach me extra lessons herself, Monday through Friday – at 4:30 in the morning.   

Now I wasn’t too happy about getting up that early. A lot of times, I’d fall asleep right there at the kitchen table. But whenever I’d complain, my mother would just give me one of those looks and say, "This is no picnic for me either, buster."

So I know some of you are still adjusting to being back at school. But I’m here today because I have something important to discuss with you. I’m here because I want to talk with you about your education and what’s expected of all of you in this new school year. 

Now I’ve given a lot of speeches about education. And I’ve talked a lot about responsibility.

I’ve talked about your teachers’ responsibility for inspiring you, and pushing you to learn. 

I’ve talked about your parents’ responsibility for making sure you stay on track, and get your homework done, and don’t spend every waking hour in front of the TV or with that Xbox. 

Loveland Youth Strings

LOVELAND, OHIO – The Loveland Music Academy is forming a Loveland Youth Strings ensemble. It will be led by Adam Syed who performs in the Dayton Philharmonic and West Virginia Symphony; and Eva Scheetz of the Middletown Youth Orchestra. Students will learn classical, folk, jazz, rock, and pop music, improve their technique, listening, and reading skills.

The opportunity is open to students who have had more than one year of private lessons or school orchestra experience. The lessons are on six Saturdays from 10-11 AM beginning October 3, and ending with a performance on November 7.

The rehearsals are at the Loveland Music Academy, 209 W. Loveland Avenue, Suite 200. Cost is $100, and the registration deadline is Sept 11.

Contact: Eva Scheetz at 513-509-1198 (elej8715@embarqmail.com)

4th Annual Art Affaire and Sunflower Streetfest

MILFORD, OHIO - The 4th Annual Art Affaire at the Promont House Museum is on Sat. September 12th from noon - 5PM.  It features local artists in various media - painting, pottery, wood carving, jewelry, fiber arts and wearables, and more.

Entertainment will be provided by String Celebrations USA (a quarter from the Clermont Philharmonic), CCM Musical Theater students, East O'Bryonville Trombones, and the Cincinnati Dulcimer Society.

Tracy Lanham said, "Delicious homemade food will be available. along with silent auction and raffle items." There will be a sunflower flower show inside the museum, with voting for "People's Choice" and a silent auction to purchase each arrangement.

The museum will be open, and all activities are free.  A shuttle is available between Promont and "Old Milford" where you can attend the Sunflower Streetfair.

The Art Affaire is sponsored by the Greater Milford Area Historical Society.  

Sunflower Streetfest
Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 11, 12 & 13 2009
A weekend full of fun, food, beer, wine, music, buskers and unique vendors.

Sunflower Streetfest in historic downtown Milford, Ohio features entertainment, vendors and food.

The special feature of the weekend will be buskers, or entertaining street performers.  Be amazed by the variety of jugglers, musicians, fire-eaters and more who will wander the streets of Milford, delighting you with their talents!

Free Admission. Read on...

Homecoming Parade and Game

Loveland High School Homecoming Parade and Activities - 6 PM, October 1.

Loveland High School Homecoming Game - 7:30 PM vs. Glen Este, October 2.

Halloween Treat on Main Street in Milford Ohio

Yes, I know it’s not close to Halloween yet but I have news!

On Saturday, October 31st, 2009, Enchanted Moments, in co-operation with Row House Gallery, will host a one time, ghost investigation and seance.

Beginning at 9:00pm, we will have the certified ghost hunters, Francine and Steve Haydon giving instructions and demonstrations on how to handle the equipment for locating and communicating with the spirits and ghosts that can be found around the gallery.

You will then be given equipment, divided into groups and sent to different areas of the building to do your detecting. We will then regroup to discuss what you found. After we finish with the investigative part of the evening, we will call the spirits to share with us through the medium of seance.  Read on...

Loveland District Will Not Show Obama Address to Children Live

"We are making no plans to watch the live video of the President's speech."

LOVELAND, OHIO - Dr. Kevin Boys, Superintendent of the Loveland School District has issued the following statement to parents regarding President Barack Obama's message welcoming America’s students back to school. On Tuesday, September 8, the President will deliver a national address to the students of America. According to the White House, "In this message he’ll urge students to take personal responsibility for their own education, to set goals, and to not only stay in school but make the most of it."

In 1991 President Bush addressed the nation's students on live television from an American history classroom at Deal Junior High, in Washington, D.C.

You can watch Obama's speech to the students at 12 PM ET on the WH website, on CSPAN or on the CSPAN website. It will also be available via satellite for schools. The president is scheduled to speak for 15 – 20 minutes. The live address broadcast on C-SPAN will include captioning.

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September 4, 2009

Dear Parents,

I wanted to update you on how the District will be handling the speech that is to be given by President Obama on Tuesday of next week. 

 

We first received notice about this speech from the state superintendent on Wednesday of this week which said, "President Obama is expected to challenge students to work hard, set educational goals and take responsibility for their learning as the new school year begins. Please note that the decision to broadcast this online address, coordinated by the U.S. Department of Education, is a local decision. If schools wish to participate, they can go to www.whitehouse.gov or www.ed.gov." 

 

Before we could even make preparations or have any discussion about this opportunity, the media began covering this and we began receiving calls and emails from concerned parents representing a variety of views.

 

Watching the speech live district-wide will be difficult. First, it remains unclear WHEN the broadcast will be aired live. It was originally planned for noon Eastern time, then yesterday I received a notice from the US Department of Education that the time is now 11:00 AM Eastern time, yet at the time of this writing, the White House web site still says noon. A live district-wide viewing at either of these times is problematic simply because of the lunch schedule. I also believe that teachers will be able to prepare more meaningful and connected follow-up lessons after seeing the speech.

 

Given the above, we have decided to pursue the following. We are making no plans to watch the live video of the President's speech. With the technology of video streaming and the availability of the speech afterward on the web, we do not need to be bound by time constraints. We are asking that our social studies teachers in the elementary grades, and the social studies departments in the upper grades watch the video at their convenience and plan a lesson around this speech. I have complete confidence in our teachers’ ability to integrate this into their instructional plans so it is age appropriate and relevant to our students. For the students whose parents decide they do not want their children to participate in viewing the speech, an alternate assignment or activity will need to be given. Teachers’ normal communication method to students and parents could be used to inform them of these plans. 

 

The above plan is consistent with Board policy, gives teachers the ability to make instructional decisions, does not promote censorship, and provides parents with the ultimate choice of opting their children out of this activity if they choose to do so.  

 

If you have questions not addressed here, please discuss them with your child’s principal.

 

Sincerely,

Kevin S. Boys, Ed.D. Superintendent

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When To Watch

• Tuesday, September 8th, at 12:00 PM (EDT)

How to Watch

• The President's message will be streamed live on WhiteHouse.gov/live, and broadcast live on C-Span
• Downloadable video of the speech will be made available on this page later that day as it becomes available
• For school districts hoping to access the satellite feed, it will be available beginning at 11:00 AM (EDT) using the following coordinates:
  * Galaxy 28/Transponder 17, Slot C (9 MHz)
  * Uplink Frequency 14344.5 Horizontal
  * Downlink Frequency 12044.5 Vertical

Classroom Engagement Resources

• Menu of classroom activities for students in grades preK-6 to stimulate discussion on the importance of education in students’ lives
• Menu of classroom activities for students in grades 7-12 to stimulate discussion on the importance of education in students’ lives
• A video contest for students will be launched soon - details will be available at http://www.ed.gov

Classroom Activities (Pre-K – 6)
 PDF (115K) | MS Word (119K)

Classroom Activities (7 – 12)
 PDF (170K) | MS Word (184K)

Watch the video of Damon Weaver from the KEC TV News Team out of Kathryn E. Cunningham/Canal Point Elementary breaking the big news about President Obama’s plan to address students across the country on September 8th: