Schools

“We’re committed to the success of all students in our school,” Joanie Jones, Struthers Elementary School assistant principal, said. “PBIS has enabled us to create a strong foundation of positive behaviors in our schools, enabling teachers to teach more effectively.”

Lamar Salter graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from YSU in 2011. During that time, he worked for The Jambar as a reporter, features editor and managing editor.

“Offering a safe place where students can go to process their emotions and feelings is very important, especially in today’s day and age,” Meridian Healthcare CEO Larry Moliterno said.

The program encourages parents to participate in one of four Parent YOU pathways being offered at the beginning of February through May to gain knowledge from distinguished speakers and educational leaders.

“Students can see the whole process, a step at a time — definitely taking the old chalkboard method and making it more user friendly as we try to reach all of our students,” Michael Gerthung, math department chair, said.

The new hours will be in place while the Youngstown City School District remains online for instruction.

Brenda Kimble, Shadd’s mother, was the previous president of the board and has served three terms as a member of the Youngstown Board of Education.

Michelle Edison earned a master’s degree in public health from YSU and a Master of Science degree in exercise physiology from West Virginia University.

“We heard from a lot of families that the earlier time worked better for them,” Tascin Brooks, YCSD’s chief of food service, said.

“Today’s order is a victory for families, for religious freedom and for all those willing to courageously stand up against unnecessary and overreaching government orders,” Aaron Baer, president of the Citizens for Community Values, said.