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| Springer School and Center Newsletter | December 2012
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Greetings!
 | | Students sort winter coats for "Wishing You a Warm December." |
At this time of year, our thoughts turn to celebration with family and friends. We think of giving to others, and of gratitude for what we have.
This morning's Holiday Assembly captured the spirit of the season with laughter and song, generosity and joy. The celebration kicked off with a ukelele concert by Musician in Residence Jim McCutcheon and the 21 Intermediate students he worked with during his stay at Springer.
Student Council made a presentation of more than 200 winter coats, along with hats, gloves, mittens and toiletries to Stacy Pavin of Families to Families, a local organization that supports victims of domestic violence. Students collected the winter wear and accessories through their annual contributory activity "Wishing You a Warm December."
The assembly concluded with the traditional singing of favorite holiday songs, and dancing to Jingle Bell Rock.
Click here to see photos of today's Holiday Assembly.
We wish you a warm and memorable holiday season! |
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A Star-Powered Celebration!
 Springer is thrilled to announce that actor, producer, director and author Henry Winkler will join us for A Springer Celebration! 2013 on April 24, 2013.
It will be Henry's second visit to Springer's annual fundraising event. In 2004, he was presented with a special proclamation by Hope Taft, on behalf of herself and then Ohio Governor Robert Taft. Henry also received the Spirit of Springer award. 
Best known for his TV, movie and stage acting, Henry is also a successful director and producer. When he was 30, he learned it was dyslexia that had made school a challenge for him as a child. Receiving that diagnosis prompted him to write books for children about a boy who has a learning disability. The popular "Hank Zipzer" series features 17 books about the "world's greatest underachiever."
Contact Kirstin Eismin by email or at 513 871-6080 ext. 213 for sponsorship information.
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Don't Forget!
If you heard Dr. Barkley's program last April, you won't want to miss Dr. Robert Brooks' practical suggestions for maintaining family balance, especially when a child is struggling in school.
More information>>
Register now
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| An Opportunity to Visit
The January Open House will be a great opportunity to see first-hand what Springer has to offer students with a learning disability.
A short information session will be followed by student-led tours of the building. Hear from the children themselves how Success Changes Everything!
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Register Now!
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Strumming Along with The Guitar Man
 "Guitar Man" Jim McCutcheon began his residency with Springer students on December 8, and wrapped up his visit by leading a ukelele concert with a group of Intermediate students on December 19.
The 2012-13 Norita Aplin Musician in Residence, Jim shared with students a variety of stringed instruments, including several guitars, a banjo, a lute  and a charango - a stringed instrument from Bolivia. He then worked with a group of 21 Intermediate students to prepare the concert.
The Norita Aplin Musician in Residence program was established in honor of Dr. Norita Aplin, for her 14 years of leadership at Springer.
Learn more and see more photos from Jim's visit.
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Blake Stephens Awarded Invention Patent  Upper School student Blake Stephens recently received notice that his application for an invention patent has been approved. Blake had the idea for a moveable fire screen as a 9-year-old, sitting by a backyard campfire. "As soon as Blake described his idea, I knew it was patentable," says his father, Matt Stephens. Blake drew pictures of his idea, and described it to patent attorneys who wrote the application. The approval process took four years. |
Shopping for Family Gifts
 Springer students had an opportunity to purchase holiday gifts for family members at this year's Holiday Shop. Sponsored by the Springer Family Association, the shop was well-stocked with gifts for every member of the family - even the family pets! Parent and staff volunteers were on hand to help students choose gifts and stay within their budgets. Students then added bows and tags to the pre-wrapped gifts. See more photos of the Holiday Shop. |
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