Adopt A Class Executive Director, Sonya Fultz, presents Heather England with the award for the Resource Coordinator of the Year We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on an exceptional individual who has made an incredible impact on the lives of students at Rockdale Academy. Heather England, ABC’s Resource Coordinator placed at Rockdale Academy, has … Continue reading ABC’s Heather England is Named RC of the Year By Adopt A Class
On June 17, 2023, ABC proudly attended the ribbon cutting for the new Cleveland Parker III field at the Avondale Recreation Center. We found ourselves in great company and were joined in celebration of the event by such luminaries as Mayor Aftab Pureval, Congressman Greg Landsman, and Cincinnati Reds COO & President Phil Castellini- and of course, Red’s mascot Mr. Red Legs himself.
On Saturday, May 20th, the city of Silverton hosted a Color Fun Run at Ralph Ficke Park. During this event, individuals raced throughout a course in Silverton, while spectators attempted to squirt paint and hoist colored powder packets on the runners. Two races were held; a one-mile race for children under the age of 13, … Continue reading Silverton Hosts Color Fun Run
Finishing a Successful School Year with Student Showcases Many students in the Cincinnati area have nowhere to go at the end of the school day. The majority of afterschool programs that are available to students are fee-based. For families experiencing financial hardships, this limits the availability and access for families that cannot afford the expense … Continue reading ABC Clubs & ABC Fine Arts Clubs Finish Successful School Year
As the school year comes to a close, we at ABC think it is important to take time to celebrate the goals and accomplishments of our young students. We also know the value of an all-day field trip, focusing on athletic skills, sportsmanship, and fun outside! We are grateful for another successful year of our … Continue reading ABC Hosts Spring Invitational for Elementary Soccer Program
Photo credit: Scott’s Driving Academy Six new drivers are soon to hit the road, and it’s all thanks to a pilot program out of Activities Beyond the Classroom (ABC). The program, launched in spring of 2023, aims to provide drivers education to students who could not otherwise afford it. Drivers education is a critical life … Continue reading Behind the Wheel: ABC Launches Drivers Education Pilot Program
On Friday, April 21, 2023, the Cheviot School hosted its first ever Naturalization Ceremony, recognizing 61 community members from 30 countries as citizens of the United States. The event was led by the Honorable Karen L. Litkovitz, United States District Court Judge, who spoke to the audience and welcomed them to the United States. In … Continue reading Cheviot Elementary Students Welcome New Citizens
Charley Frank, of the Reds Community Fund, presents new uniforms to the baseball team at Shroder High School. On Monday, April 10, 2023, the Reds Community Fund presented brand new uniforms to the baseball team at Shroder High School. Reds mascot Gapper was in attendance as well, to energize the audience and present the jerseys … Continue reading Reds Community Fund Presents New Baseball Uniforms to Shroder
1) The age-old Cincinnati question: where did you go to school? I graduated from Walnut Hills High School in 1983. I earned my bachelor’s degree in political economy with a history focus from the Murphy Institute of political economy at Tulane University. It is basically a Philosophy, History Economics, and Political Science degree all wrapped … Continue reading Q&A With Alex Stillpass of the ABC Board of Trustees
As the dust settles on the inaugural season of the Western Hills High School’s gymnastics team, it’s time to reflect on the impact it had on the school and its students. The launch of the gymnastics program was a significant milestone for the school, and its success exceeded all expectations. The gymnastics team was the … Continue reading Western Hills Makes History With First Varsity Gymnastics Team at CPS
