WHAT'S NEW - High School

Elms High School Drama Dept presents Louisa May Alcott's Little Women.

April 27 & 28 at 7pm

April 29 at 3pm

Tickets will be sold at the door: Adults $7, Students & Seniors $5.

Ann Amer Brennan High School Theater

1375 W. Exchange St   Akron, OH  44313

 

Wendy Kuzmishin and Chloe Hillard finished 8th in the state in Ohio High School Speech League State Finals Public Forum. Katie Landoll and Alicia DuBois who made it to quarter finals

 

Nine Elms Girls Qualify for Ohio High School Speech League State Finals

Elms Coach, Elaine Fippin, Named to OHSSL Coaches’ Hall of Fame

Nine Our Lady of the Elms high school students from the Speech & Debate team qualified for the Ohio High School Speech League (OHSSL) State Finals which will take place on March 2nd and March 3rd at Jackson High School.  The girls are seniors Samah Ahmed, Alicia DuBois, Wendy Kuzmishin, Daria Chalupa, juniors Chloe Hillard, Kay Caprez, Noelle Colant, Victoria Luckenbaugh and sophomore Katherine Landoll.

            Speech and Debate Team Coach, Elaine Fippin, has been elected to the OHSSL Hall of Fame Class of 2012. She will be inducted on Friday, March 2 at the 10am Opening Ceremony of State Tournament at Jackson High School.

 

 

Elms recycling and composting program helps enivronment.

Our Lady of the Elms has implemented three programs to reduce trash and improve the environment: Bthe1 Recycling, paper recycling and food scrap program.  The Elms has been recycling paper and cardboard for years, however the school has recently entered into a partnership with Summit/Akron Solid Waste Management Authority’s (SASWMA) “Bthe1” Recycling That Works program and Food Scrap program.  Nationwide, about 60% of what is thrown away can be recycled or composted rather than wasted or buried.  With the implementation of all three programs, the Elms hopes to reduce their impact on the landfill.

 

The Elms staff designed and built custom recycling stations to help the girls, faculty and staff with the program.  Individuals sort their trash into various bins, one for recyclable glass and plastic bottles, cans and metal, two bins for food waste and paper composting, and one bin for trash.  Originally there was only one bin for food waste and composting, but the students generated so much compostables, a second bin had to be used. SASWMA arranges all pickups of the recyclables and composting.

 

When asked about the recycling program, student Sarah Dhinojwala said, “It took a few days to figure out what container things went into, but now it’s easy, and I like that we are able to help save the Earth.” 

 

The High School cafeteria staff composts and recycles as well. They also purchase special compostable paper products to use for serving in the cafeteria.

 

“The Elms has seen benefits already.  Trash pickups have gone from three pickups each week to two, and will hopefully move to one pickup once the composting program is completely implemented.  This not only saves the Elms money, but also involves our students.  It’s important that the students understand that they can make a difference. ” as stated by Carli Kistler-Miller, Executive Director of Operations for Our Lady of the Elms.

 

Senior, Katilin Morse, signs letter of intent to play Div I softball for Northern Kentucky.

On January 31, 2012, Our Lady of the Elms senior, Kaitlin Morse, signed her letter of intent to play Division I softball for Northern Kentucky University. 

            Kaitlin Morse is a softball catcher who has been playing softball since she was five years old.  Her first travel team was with the Twinsburg Tiger Elite and she has been playing travel ever since.  “Travel softball takes a commitment and love of the game, “says Elms Softball Head Coach Frank Voss, “Kaitlin’s dedication and work ethic in both athletics and academics has paid off.”

            As stated by Elms Athletic Director, Kim Murray, when introducing Kaitlin, “Kaitlin has shown and unmeasured determination, dedication and desire by achieving success both in the classroom, on the basketball court and on the softball field.”  Kaitlin’s parents, Bill and Michelle Morse, beamed with pride as their daughter signed the letter of intent.  Also in attendance were Kaitlin’s grandparents, brother, aunt and uncle.  

Kaitlin states, “This is a dream come true.  I’m really looking forward to the travel and all the places I will get to see.”

 

 

Senior, Jessica Pasternack, plays with Akron Symphony

 

Elms senior, Jessica Pasternak was a viola soloist in the Akron Symphony concert entitled "World Class Begins at Home" on January 21,2012.   Jessi played Bach's Sixth Brandenburg Concerto with three other soloists. She has recently been honored as one of three national finalists in the 2011 American String Teacher’s Association National Solo Competition.  In 2010 she won First Place in the Ohio Viola Society and Ohio String Teachers Association state-wide solo competitions

 

 

 

Dec. 17th- City of Akron First Night Banner Unveiling

The First Night Banner Unveiling is Akron's largest community art installation and also the largest advent-style calendar in the U.S.! View the dramatic unveiling of very own Elms student artwork in Lock 3 Park as we countdown to the 13th annual First Night Akron celebration! Following the Countdown, we will gather around the Holidayfest Entertainment Stage as our Music Department students perform and help the crowd get into the holiday spirit.

 

Elms Music Dept Night Out

After the Banner unveiling, all Elms families are invited to stay for ice skating, shopping at the German Village and socializing.

 

·Catherine Culp, a senior at Our Lady of the Elms, has been named a National Merit Scholar Semifinalist.  The National Merit Scholarship Program honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and encourage the pursuit of academic excellence. 

 

Lisa Massello, Principal of Our Lady of the Elms High School, says “Catherine is an exemplary student.  She is unassuming, yet makes significant impact on our school, community, in the classroom, on stage, and on the golf course.”  In addition to Catherine’s academic achievements she serves at First Baptist Food Distribution, the Akron Canton Foodbank, and has worked with the YMCA Childwatch. 

 

 

 

   Elms senior, Katie Brennan, named University of Notre Dame Hesburgh-Yusko Scholar.

 

After a rigorous interview process that began with more than 700 talented applicants, Katie Brennan was one of 26 students chosen from 14 states and China. These students were chosen for their excellence in academic accomplishment, moral character, leadership, and commitment to service.  Scholars will receive four years of funding of $25,000 each year toward the cost of attending the University of Notre Dame, and they also will receive four fully funded Summer Enrichment Experiences, designed to help them explore and develop their passions.   Read more about Hesburg-Yusko Scholarship Program and read bios on Katie and the other scholars.

    

·          The World Language Department is hosting its first International Day!

 

On April 19, the entire school will be celebrated cultures from around the world.  In the morning, students will be attended classes with an international theme designed by Elms teachers.  For lunch, everyone, including parents and Board members, had the opportunity to sample foods from multiple cultures prepared by our very own lunch ladies.  The afternoon brought fifth and sixth graders from area parochial schools to join in on our festivities before viewers move to the theater for performances, skits and a fashion show.  The Commons was decorated with flags from the various ethnic backgrounds of our students.  All in all, International Day was an educational, delectable and fun experience for students and guests alike. 

 

·          Elms ranked 12th in the State, 1st in Summit County, 1st in Cleveland Diocese and a Top Performer in Mathematics and Writing per 2010 Ohio Graduation Test results.

Full report here.

 

   

·          Lisa Massello, Principal of Our Lady of the Elms High School, announced today that 8 Seniors have been named a Commended Students in the 2011 National Merit Scholarship Program.  The 8 Commended Students, who represent 19% of the senior class are Rachael Kosco, Katrina Muller, Sophia Paul, Victoria Sampsel, Carrie Slivka, Ellen Turk, Margaret Waickman and Rachael Whitehouse.  A Letter of Commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program, will be presented by Miss Massello to these scholastically talented seniors.

Full Press Release

 

·          Elms Proud of 11 AP Scholars Full Press Release

 

·          The Elm Leaf won 1st place for overall best newspaper in our school size category in the annual OSMA journalism convention at Kent State.  An additional group award went to the entire Elm Leaf staff for staff editorial.  Individual awards went to Sophia Paul '11, Chris Bellinger '10, Maggie Waickman '11, Meghan Caprez '11, Liz Sain, '11, Simone Satow '11, Kathleen Cawley '10, Katrina Muller '11, Ally Cubero '10 and Hae ji Yoon '11.

 

 ·          Elms 2009 Ohio Graduation Test Score Results: 1st in Summit County, 3rd in NorthEast Ohio, 13th in State of Ohio!

 

·          Class of 2010 earned over $6.7 million in scholarships!

 

·          Three seniors of Class of 2009 named National Merit Finalists

      (highest percentage in Summit County)

 

·          Construction Completed! 

      Click here to see images of new gymnasium, theater, performing arts center,     

      fitness center and locker rooms.  For a tour, please call 330.836.9384 or .