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Alumni Association News
It's Alumni/Hall of Fame Weekend May 11-13, 2012!!
- May 11: 6 p.m., Dublin Alumni gathering at the Crowne Plaza of Dublin
- May 12: 6 p.m., combined 106th Alumni Banquet and Hall of Fame Enshrinement at the Marriott Northwest of Dublin
- May 13: 1 p.m., Class of 1962 Reunion Picnic at the Jerome Township Rec Center
Click on Events|106th Alumni Banquet (2012) and Hall of Fame|2012 Hall of Fame|2012 Inductees for more information.
Bid now and support a good cause!
The Dublin Alumni Association is running an online auction to raise funds for the Dublin Education Foundation, providing grants to teachers within the Dublin City Schools for innovative practices. Auction items will include sports memorabilia from OSU Football, OSU Basketball, Bengals, Steelers and Browns. Whether you're looking for something unique for yourself, or searching for a gift, you're sure to find something in our auction, while supporting DEF!
Ready to buy?
The online auction is active and will run until 5 p.m. May 11, 2012. Final bids will be accepted LIVE at the Dublin City Schools Alumni Association Hall of Fame & 106th Alumni Banquet on May 12 at the Marriott on Blazer Parkway. Simply go to SupportMyAuction and find Dublin City Schools Alumni Association listed under the category column, then start bidding! If this is your first time bidding you will need to register - just follow the prompts once you find an item and click “bid now.”
Spread the word!
The success of this online auction depends on spreading the word to as many people as possible. Please forward this message on - the more people we reach, the more money we raise for DEF!
Thank you for your support of this worthy cause!
Our Condolences to Nick Rozanski's family
May hearts be warmed with fond memories. Contributions can be made in to the Rozanski Memorial Fund, which was established by his friend based on his wishes should he not return from Afganistan. Nick, Class of 1994, died from injuries sustained in his time of service on April 4, 2012.
Coffman grad receives top academic honor from Ohio State
Ohio State University’s Undergraduate Fellowship Office is proud to announce that Grant Yang has been named a Goldwater Scholar by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program. The Goldwater is the most prestigious national award for undergraduate researchers in science, math and engineering. Goldwater Scholars receive a one year award to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board up to a maximum of $7,500. 282 scholarships were awarded to sophomores and juniors on the basis of academic merit from a field of over 1,100 mathematics, science, and engineering students who were nominated by the faculties of colleges and universities nationwide. Yang, a junior in electrical and computer engineering, is conducting research with Dr. Petra Schmalbrock at OSU’s Wright Center of Innovation in Medical Imaging and Dr. Bradley Clymer in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research explores the use of signal processing to expand the utility of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in multiple sclerosis studies. An Honors student and accomplished pianist, Grant plans to pursue a PhD in electrical engineering and develop novel medical imaging techniques as a professor at a research institution.
Top Local Eateries Showcased at Taste of Dublin on May 15
Join us for TASTE OF DUBLIN! This upscale business networking event, open to all business professionals ages 21 and older who live or work in the central Ohio area, will be held Tuesday, May 15 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at the Cassidy Turley Atrium II Building, 5455 Rings Road in Dublin. Discounted tickets may be purchased for only $20 each for Chamber members and $30 for non-members through May 4. Tickets include food tastings and beverage tickets. For more information visit www.dublinchamber.org
and we hope to see you there!
Dublin Community Night is here again!
Join us on Sunday, March 11 @ 6PM for Dublin Community Night with the Columbus Blue Jackets! The Columbus Blue Jackets & the Dublin City Schools Alumni Association are excited to offer a fundraising opportunity for the Dublin Education Foundation! Proceeds from this event will directly impact the students and classrooms of the Dublin City Schools. To purchase online, visit www.bluejackets.com/dublin.
To print a flyer to share with friends or mail, please send an email request to one of the following;
Dublin Coffman High School Military Club
Attention Coffman Graduates... Have you served in the military? If so, Dublin Coffman High School wants to recognize you as part of their Memorial to Military Service! Please contact the Dublin Coffman Military Club @ and include the following information: Name, Coffman graduation year, Branch of service. Thank you for serving our country!
Olde Sawmill is 30 years old
Olde Sawmill Elementary celebrated its 30th anniversary on Nov. 3, 2011 during a special open house during which a new entryway was unveiled and a sculpture was rededicated.
Alumni 5K in honor of Kate Waldron was a fun time for all
The Dublin Alumni 5K in honor of Kate Waldron was held on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011. Over 175 runners, walkers, kids and volunteers joined us for a morning of fitness, food, music and family fun, all while raising money for educational funds! Awards included top three males, top three females, top boy (kid's run), top girl (kid's run), silliest hat, best dressed BUCKEYE, as well as oldest and youngest Dublin alumni finishers. View 5K results here!
Kate Waldron was a 1999 graduate of Coffman High School, a long-time Dublin resident and a city employee at the Dublin Community Recreation Center. Kate sadly lost her life in November 2008 in a tragic car accident. Admired by everyone whom she met, Kate is deeply missed by her friends and family. She leaves behind her parents, her two sisters and her three young children, Haley, Kevin & Austin. The Waldron children are a part of our Dublin City Schools family & will be future Dublin Alumni!
Proceeds from the 5K go toward both the Dublin Education Foundation and Katie's Angels, an education fund. Pictures and details to follow soon. THANK YOU to all who made this event successful including our participants, volunteers, sponsors and the Waldron family.
Alumni Association participates in Independence Day Parade
The Dublin City Schools Alumni Association participated in the 2011 Independence Day Parade. Participants included Joey Gellenbeck, Teresa Burris, Greg and Mary Brothers, Sam Williams, Kevin and Amy Simmons & family, and Steven Veltri.
If you would like to volunteer for upcoming alumni events such as the Irish Festival or 5K, please contact the alumni office at 760-4303.
New directors take the helm of Alumni Association
Dublin City Schools graduates and staff members Teresa Burris and Mary Brothers will be sharing the role of Dublin City Schools Alumni Association Director. Approved by the Board of Education on June 21, the pair will fill the position held by Grizzell teacher Kevin Simmons for the past three years.
"Kevin has done an excellent job raising the profile of the association and making a positive difference in our community,” said Superintendent Dr. David Axner. “He will be missed. I’m confident Teresa and Mary will continue to keep the organization moving in the right direction."
Mary is a 1997 graduate of Dublin Coffman. She teaches first grade at Scottish Corners. Her mom is the administrative secretary at Wyandot Elementary School. She enjoys books and spending time with her husband Greg.
Teresa is also a 1997 graduate of Dublin Coffman. She teaches business courses at Dublin Scioto. She is currently a member of a book club and a running club. This summer, she will be married to fellow alumnus, Joey Gellenbeck.
The Dublin City Schools Alumni Association is responsible for the Hall of Fame induction dinner and 50-year banquet, an annual golf outing, and new this year, a 5K in honor of Kate Waldron.
Alumni Association announces choices for 2011 Alumni Scholarships
The Dublin City Schools Alumni Association recently announced the three winners of the Dublin City Schools Alumni Association Scholarship.
One student from each high school was selected by the selection committee. Congratulations to this year's winners.
Each Student will be receiving $500.00 from the Dublin City Schools Alumni Association.
You can view more about each of our winner's in the "About Us" section of the website.
Christopher Slack
Dublin Coffman High School
Sabrina Tejeda
Dublin Jerome High School
Danielle McGlone
Dublin Scioto High School
Alumni Association gives $3,000 Dollars to the Dublin Education Foundation
The Dublin Education Foundation, founded in 1999, supports educational endeavors which strengthen and enrich the educational community of Dublin City Schools. Staff, students and parent groups are encouraged to submit innovative projects in the following categories:
• Educational Programs and Projects
• Curricular Activities
• Extracurricular Activities
Alumni Association participates in St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Dublin City Schools Alumni Association participated in the 2011 St. Patrick's Day Parade. This was a great way for the association to increase awareness.
The participants this year were: Joey Gellenbeck, Teresa Burris, Greg and Mary Brothers, Sam, Linda Simmons, Kevin Simmons, and J.J. Simmons.
If you would like to volunteer for upcoming alumni events such as the Independence Parade and Irish Festival please contact the alumni office at 760-4303.
Dublin Community Night with the Blue Jackets hosted by the Dublin Alumni Association
The Alumni Association presented Dublin Community Night with the Blue Jackets on Sunday, April 3 when the Jackets took the ice against the St. Louis Blues.
Up to $13 of every ticket ordered was donated to the Dublin Education Foundation. All fans who purchased tickets at the special price received a free Blue Jackets ball cap. Special sections were reserved in the lower bowl behind the goal and in the upper center bowl. For more information on this, or to help coordinate next year's event by working with a Blue Jackets representative call 614-246-7742.
Community night at Crew Stadium
In just two years of hosting Community Night with The Crew, our Alumni Association has contributed about $2,000 to the Dublin Education Foundation. Our thanks to all who participiated in these events.
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To ensure that DEF receives all donations, please note “Dublin Education Foundation” or “DEF” in the How did you Find Us? field.
Giving back to kids in classrooms
The Dublin Alumni Association is the primary funding source for the Dublin Education Foundation, raising money to pay for special projects in classrooms across the district designed to enrich our students' educational experiences.
Were you included?
In other outreach initiatives, the Association is proud to have partnered with Harris Connect to produce the first-ever Dublin City Schools Alumni Directory. They are have just recently been distributed across the United States.
Thousands of alumni across the country participated in the production of the directory by offering their contact and biographical information in the premier edition.
Graduates of Dublin City Schools now have a great resource in addition to the alumni association to keep in contact with fellow alumni. This project was a great success. We will generate another edition in a few years. To ensure you're listed, join the alumni association as a member and we'll be sure you get all the details early.
Questions about the project should be directed to Kevin Simmons, Alumni Association Director.
Ohio State University’s Undergraduate Fellowship Office is proud to announce that Grant Yang has been named a Goldwater Scholar by the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program. The Goldwater is the most prestigious national award for undergraduate researchers in science, math and engineering. Goldwater Scholars receive a one year award to cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and room and board up to a maximum of $7,500.
282 scholarships were awarded to sophomores and juniors on the basis of academic merit from a field of over 1,100 mathematics, science, and engineering students who were nominated by the faculties of colleges and universities nationwide. Yang, a junior in electrical and computer engineering, is conducting research with Dr. Petra Schmalbrock at OSU’s Wright Center of Innovation in Medical Imaging and Dr. Bradley Clymer in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research explores the use of signal processing to expand the utility of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in multiple sclerosis studies. An Honors student and accomplished pianist, Grant plans to pursue a PhD in electrical engineering and develop novel medical imaging techniques as a professor at a research institution.
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