NV gymnast excels at state tourney

Sylvania School Board President Kim Conklin, left, and Superintendent Veronica Motley, EdD, right, present a commendation on behalf of the school board to Northview senior Taylee Wachowiak for qualifying in the 2023 Ohio High School Athletic Association State Gymnastics Championship. Taylee was also the all around highest-finishing gymnast from northwest Ohio. Continue reading NV gymnast excels at state tourney

Southview business students advance to state competition

Students participating in Sylvania Southview’s Financial Management program competed against 12 other schools at the regional Business Professionals of America competition (BPA) on Jan. 19 at University of Toledo. The competition tests members’ professionalism, leadership skills, career development, and personal motivation. Not only does the business competition incorporate valuable real world skills, but the program itself helps prepare students for real world scenarios involving finance and business. Continue reading Southview business students advance to state competition

Three generations of a Sylvania family share love of musical theater

Although not quite the Von Trapps, the Hayes clan of Sylvania definitely brings a family vibe to the hobby they share—musical theater.

With three generations currently participating in the St. Ursula Academy musical, “Phantom of the Opera,” opening Jan. 26, grandfather William, dad Bill, and kids Chris and Laura make the massive production a family affair. Continue reading Three generations of a Sylvania family share love of musical theater

Lourdes’ ‘Like Me’ program receives $50,000 grant

Dr. Jami Curley, Dean of the Lourdes University College of Social Sciences, announced a new grant for its Like Me program dedicated to diversifying the educator workforce. The $50,000 one-year grant is awarded by the Greater Toledo Community Foundation through the Sylvania Sisters of St. Francis Donor Advised Fund. Continue reading Lourdes’ ‘Like Me’ program receives $50,000 grant