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JUNE 2016
The Parent Newsletter of Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy
CVCA’S 47TH GRADUATING CLASS
Andrew Thomas Akindipe
Rachel Lynn Delaney
Yunjoo Lee
Erica Marie Andrew
Kaleigh Mitchell Dixon
Lauren Marie Lichty
Sienna Darlene Drillien
Zuqi Liu
Nicole Amanda Albright
Nicholas Thomas Armstrong
Christine Grace Ault
Steven Joseph Diehl
Maxwell Livingston Draffan
Nathaniel James Bailey
Courtney Marie Dudley
Yukari Grace Becker
Trenton William Fantelli
Cody Douglas Boerema
Gino Arnaldo Finelli
Andrew Stephen Baumhoer
Aaron Robert Benjamin
Josiah David Lee Bogue
Matthew Eric Broadus
Noah Lee Brook
Elise Rochelle Brubaker
Brynn Lee Buchanan
Myles Creed Burdick
Joshua Nicholas Polanski
Emily Katherine Lentz
Sarina Grace Poth
Justin Michael Lind
Christopher Gregory Punka
Stefan Thomas Loos
John Anthony Rasper
Maxwell Jackson Prentis
Rachel Mackenzie Radcliff
Hailey Virginia Eck
Brenna Kate Lowe
Liam Michael Owen Ferraby
Brita Kathrynn Lund
Emma Elizabeth Rickey
Gabrielle Joy Martino
Jacob Douglas Ritzel
Luke William Fraley
Kaitlyn Lee Funk
Gillian Hope Greenway
Matthew Andrew Greenwood
Evan Thomas Griffey
Paul Raymond Gunsalus
Nathan Charles Loxley
Jordan Philip Lyon
Maya Nicol Matthews
Michael Joseph Ray
Charissa Danielle Ricker
Elijah James Rios
Josiah Michael Robinson
Alexander Michael McClintick
Kathleen Elaine Rosneck
Delaney Mary McRitchie
Amelia Ann Sabo
Evan Joseph Sommer
Dominique M. McIntyre
Catherine Anne Mellott
Charles Joseph Rowe III
Samantha Nicole Salettel
Morgan Grace Burnell
Nicole Elise Hagen
Silas Joseph Merkel
Jessica Noel Chambers
Emily Mae Hartel
Allison Denise Miholer
Robert Matthew Stanley
Alexandra Susan Hay
Jordan Taylor Mochko
Emily Breeze Swift
Clara Ann Burwell
Grant Andrew Chapman
Leah Elizabeth Chizmar
Daniel Michael Chung
Sarah Catherine Cline
Emma Lois Hall
Samantha Kate Hawthorne
Jason Caleb Haymaker
Brian Alexander Thomson
Alexander Robert Trachsel
John Michael Huber
Jordan Matthew Noska
James Elliot Trombka
Tanner Charles Judd
Madison Rae Olson
Kyle Noah Cory
Kristen Lee Huseman
Matthew Christopher Decipeda
Rebekah Faith Moore
Jacob Andrew Stull
José Antonio Morales-Rodriguez
Benjamin Gerald Hobrath
Cetia Saphia Dawson
Brittany Michelle Misencik
Kassidy Irene Sopko
Caleb Thomas Hobart
Claire Nicole Cogar
Maura Elaine Cook
Madison Elizabeth Meszaros
Katelynn Rae Justice
Sotere Athanasios Karas
Abby Marie Kebbel -
Clinton Dean Kitchen
Matthew Ryan Koehler
Gabrielle Elizabeth Kouzelos
Kendyll Paige Kowalski
Jason Walid Lababidi
Austin Timothy Morgan
Mikaila Christine O'Keefe
Emma Grace Olszak
Alex Christopher Papa
Blaike Dyionne Parker
Alfred Campbell Perry III
Nathanial Lee Peters
Jessica Shana Trieu
Aaron Thomas VanGeest
Hallie Page Wills
Marisa Barbara Wineriter
Christopher William Wise
Jenna Noel Wolff
Marcus Allen Womack
Dallas Antonio Woods
Courtney Lynn Petno
Nicole Grace Wright
Molly Grace Pile
Ian Daniel Yoder
Emily Grace Petrinec
Cailynn Briale Wynn
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WHAT’S
HAPPENING
JUNE:
8-15 DR Mission Trip
12-18 Pittsburgh Project Mission Trip
13 CVCA Charity Golf Classic
23 Uniform Consignment Sale
JULY:
11-29 CVCA Summer Courses
25 Sports Physicals
UNIFORM CONSIGNMENT SALE
SETUP AND UNIFORM DROP OFF:
Wednesday, June 22 – 3:00 to 7:00 p.m.
CONSIGNMENT SALE:
Thursday, June 23 – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
WHAT MAY BE CONSIGNED?
• CVCA monogrammed pieces: polos,
fleece jackets, sweaters, and vests
1 High School Fall Sports Begin
• CVCA skirts: plaid or khaki – kilt or
two-kick pleat only
8 Middle School Fall Sports Begin
• Oxford shirts: white or light blue
AUGUST:
Take advantage of the
live links in each issue
of THE LINK!
For your convenience, links to
important information and forms
are provided throughout The
Link. Look for information in
bright blue, click on it, and you
will be taken to the website or
email indicated. It’s easy!
• Uniform style khaki slacks: no patch
pockets, no joggers, and no cargo pants
• Uniform style khaki shorts: walking length, no patch pockets, no
cargo shorts
• All items should be gently worn or like-new condition
• Note that Friday Spirit wear CANNOT be taken for consignment
Kids Kloset Uniforms will be available with limited new items for sale.
Skirt orders should be placed by June 1 for back-to-school delivery.
(Kids Kloset Uniforms, 907 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, 330-929-1810)
CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2016
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Coming
Saturday
December 17
2016
Statistics
Winners
Each year students from CVCA’s
Statistics classes create posters
which are entered into a competition sponsored by the American
Statistical Association. The
Cleveland Chapter announced the
following winners.
High School Summer Courses
SUMMER SCHOOL DETAILS:
• Registrations after May 28: $325
• To register, please complete the form
on page 12.
July 11–29, 2016
Morning Courses:
8:00 a.m. to Noon
Afternoon Courses:
• These courses satisfy CVCA graduation
requirements. Students successfully
12:15 to 4:15 p.m.
completing each course will receive ½
credit and satisfy the graduation requirement.
• Minimum student enrollment is required to ensure classes will be scheduled.
First Place: “Teacher ‘Tudes: Do
Teacher Attitudes Influence
Students?” by Jenna Wolff, Steven
Taylor, Courtney Petno, and
Gabrielle Martino
• Students may wear CVCA uniform shorts, Bermuda-style shorts, cargo
shorts, or capri pants and golf-style polo shirts and CVCA spirt wear tshirts. Not allowed: camisole shirts, tank tops, short-shorts, and leggings.
• Because of the accelerated nature of summer school, absences for reasons
other than illness are not permitted.
• Withdrawal of registration will be refunded less 30% of the course fee.
SUMMER SCHOOL CLASSES:
DEBATE – Morning
This class is designed for students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2016.
The class will be based on the same curriculum offered in a regular semester
class. Students will need a notebook.
Second Place: “A Study of
Relationships” by Brittany
Misencik, Samantha Hawthorne,
and Molly Pile
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS – Morning or Afternoon
This course is for students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2016. Students
learn basic skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, internet
skills, and web page design. Students must type at least 35 GWAM to be
enrolled in this class.
HEALTH – Afternoon
This co-ed class is for students entering grades 10-12 in the fall of 2016.
Students need a journal, notebook, and binder for note taking and handouts.
Third Place: “A Look at Self
Image” by Emily (Breeze) Swift
and Rachel Radcliff
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SHOPPING REWARDS
Signing up with Shopping Rewards at CVCA is an easy and convenient way
to make an impact as you do your weekly shopping at participating stores!
Register with one (or more) of these stores and a portion of your purchase is
donated to CVCA. It’s as simple as signing up and heading to the store!
Consider partnering with us as we continue Educating and Cultivating
Servants for Christ.
AmazonSmile donated $218.23 to CVCA this
school year. To shop, visit smile.amazon.com.
You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile Donation”
on their product detail pages. The AmazonSmile Foundation donates 0.5%
of the purchase price from eligible purchases. On your first visit to
AmazonSmile, you need to select CVCA before shopping.
Giant Eagle donated $654 this year. Register
one time and points accumulate every time you
use your Giant Eagle Advantage card. Registration can be done by phone
at 1-800-474-4777. CVCA’s designation code is: 0250.
Heinen’s donated $467 this year. Every time you shop with
your Heinen’s Preferred Card, 1% of your total purchase is
donated to CVCA. Each new school year requires you to re-register at
heinensrewards.com or call 216-475-2300 to designate rewards to CVCA.
Box tops donated over $140 this school year. Find box
tops on hundreds of food items, then clip the box tops
from each package and bring them to the front office at
CVCA. Box tops are each worth 10 cents which helps support the work of
SCRAM (Students Concerned Radically About Missions).
GIVING WITH AN
ETERNAL
IMPACT
Sometimes a picture says it better. Students giving God the glory
on the soccer field is a snapshot of
how your gift makes a difference.
Annual Giving gifts provide
need-based tuition assistance to
help more students receive a
CVCA education. Gifts also help
with faculty training, Fine Arts,
athletics, and classroom supplies –
to name a few. All gifts to CVCA,
regardless of size, have a direct,
eternal impact on students.
Invest in the next generation of
servant leaders by making a
gift to CVCA by June 30 at
cvcaroyals.org/giving.
GRANDPARENTS’ DAY
Friday, September 9, 2016
One of the best parts of Grandparents’ Day is to walk by classrooms
and hear grandparents sharing what they learned in school and
throughout life with teachers and their grandchildren. Stories are
told, prayers are shared, and most of all, students can thank grandparents for the selfless love they pour into their lives.
More information will be mailed to grandparents in August. Please
make sure your child’s grandparent information is updated in
RenWeb.
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AN INTERNATIONAL
CELEBRATION
Host an international
student and embark
on a cross-cultural
adventure!
WHO:
A student from
another country
WHAT:
An opportunity for your
whole family to grow
WHEN:
Throughout the school year
WHERE:
In your home
WHY:
We are to
welcome strangers
Our international students celebrated Syttende Mai, Norwegian Constitution
Day, on May 17th with a luncheon that included some Norwegian treats and
a special cake made by Miss Runyon. (Pictured with their cake are stars of the
day Kristine Flåten and Kristian Kleiveland.)
HOW:
Contact Ellen Rasper,
International Student
Program Coordinator at
erasper@cvcaroyals.org
JR. HIGH ELECTIONS
This year’s Student Leadership Council elections were a unique experience for our 7th
grade students. After hearing eloquent
speeches from the candidates, the 7th grade
voters lined
up with their
IDs to check in
and vote at their designated precinct’s “voting
booth.” When they finished privately voting,
each voter turned in their ballot and received
candy and a sticker that read, “I Voted!”
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STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
HIGHEST SCOUT HONORS
OUTSTANDING ARTIST AWARD
Senior Matt Greenwood was awarded the rank of
Eagle Scout, the highest honor in scouting,
in a ceremony at the
Brecksville United
Methodist Church.
State Senator Tom
Patton was there to
award Matt a plaque
from the State of
Ohio. Matt was
accompanied by his father Sid and his mother Carla.
MISS TEEN HONORS
The Miss
Teen Ohio
Pageant started for Jaya
Wilson, a
Junior, with
an invitation
in February.
The letter stated that she had been
nominated but did not mention
who or how this came about. “To
this day I do not know how the
committee got my name.” Jaya had
never competed in a pageant, so
she did not know what to expect
when she attended the information
session with her mother. There they
learned about the pageant history
and format, including the fact that
there is no swimsuit category. “My
father would not have approved of
me modeling attire that was meant
for swimming. That was the first
hurdle for my parents.”
The next phase was a preliminary
interview in March. It was the first
impression phase, where young
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ladies shared their thoughts, personalities and unique character
qualities with a three-judge panel.
The contestants’ overall deportment was fine-tuned during a modeling training class, in keeping with
the tradition of the Miss Teen program. During March the applicant
pool of 500 was narrowed down
and 87 finalists were announced. It
was then that Jaya found out she
was a finalist heading to the statewide pageant in Columbus.
In Columbus, contestants, dressed
in professional attire, went through
their final rigorous interview with a
new set of judges to determine if
they had the attributes to be considered for Miss Teen 2016. Next,
the contestants modeled casual/
sporting attire for the audience and
judges while the Master of
Ceremonies detailed the endeavors
and hobbies of each participant.
Then came the formal wear segment of the competition. As they
modeled their gowns, each young
lady was asked to respond to the
Junior Olivia Nichols color
pencil art piece was selected
among the top 300 out of
12,500 pieces in the Ohio
Governor’s Youth Art
Exhibition. Her work is currently on display in the lobby of the
James A. Rhodes State Office
Tower in Columbus.
question, “What is your ultimate
goal in life?” For most contestants
it was a success-driven question;
but for Jaya, it was a soul- piercing
query. After taking pause to collect
her thoughts, she responded by saying “I would like to become a
nurse, I would like to get married
and have a family; but my ultimate
goal is to hear the words, ‘Well
done, my good and faithful servant’
from my Lord Jesus.”
Her answer was both surprising
and stirring to many in the audience. But apparently it was substantive enough to catapult her into
the Top 10 – the final phase of the
competition. By the end of the
evening, Jaya was chosen as 1st
runner-up and will advance to the
National Miss Teen Competition in
Orlando, Florida in 2017.
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SCHOOLS OF DISTINCTION
School of Medical Professions
The Junior SOMP class visited NEOMED for a
glimpse of medical school life including anatomy lab,
pharmacy compounding, and neurobiology lab handson activities.
School of Engineering
STEM CAREER DAY
Several current and future School of
Engineering Students attended
Goodyear’s annual STEM Career
Day in conjunction with The
University of Akron on April 30.
Students participated in a series of
hands-on activities to expose them to
engineering concepts and careers.
Pictured are activities demonstrating
the effects of tire pressure on vehicle
distance, and making toast to learn
about LEAN manufacturing.
The Senior SOMP class spent a day at Open M
Ministries, participating in their “Mountain of Food”
giveaway, touring their medical clinic, and learning
about their Bridges Out of Poverty and Community
Works programs.
Senior John Rasper was awarded a
$5,000 scholarship for his submission in the “Elevate Your Genius”
Scholarship competition (which
older brother Will Rasper won his
senior year!) Pictured with John are
Dr. Donald Visco, The University of
Akron College of Engineering
Associate Dean for Undergraduate
Studies and Brandy Moorhead, the
STEM Career Day event sponsor,
and Goodyear’s Director of Tire &
Mold Engineering.
MANUFACTURING DAY
Seniors visited Beckett Gas
Manufacturing Day in April and
learned about the various departments and processes required in the
manufacturing process. Pictured is
Zuqi Liu engaged in a intense game
of tic-tac-toe with a robot.
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ATHLETIC NOTES AND NEWS
2016-2017 Sports Physicals
CVCA and Akron General Sports Medicine will offer sports physicals for the
2016-17 school year on Monday, July 25, 6:00-7:30 p.m. at CVCA for a cost
of $20. All athletes are required to have a current physical on file in the athletic
office prior to participation. This exam will clear you for the entire school year.
Fall Sports Start-up Dates – High School
High School fall sports begin official practice/try-outs on August 1, 2016. If
you would like to join the team for off-season conditioning or have questions
about the team, please contact the varsity coach.
Boys’ Cross Country . . . . Rick Lyons . . . . . . . . . .rlyons@cvcaroyals.org
Girls’ Cross Country . . . . George Hallis . . . . . . . .ghallis@cvcaroyals.org
Boys’ Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . Jon Bucciarelli . . . . . . .jbucciarelli@cvcaroyals.org
Girls’ Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . Don Zinn . . . . . . . . . . .dzinn@cvcaroyals.org
Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Larlham . . . . . . . .dlarlham@cvcaroyals.org
Boys’ Soccer . . . . . . . . . . Angelo Finelli . . . . . . . .afinelli@cvcaroyals.org
Girls’ Soccer . . . . . . . . . . Mario Houston . . . . . .mhouston@cvcaroyals.org
Girls’ Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . David Ramey . . . . . . . .dramey@cvcaroyals.org
Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian McKnight . . . . . .bmcknight@cvcaroyals.org
Cheerleading. . . . . . . . . . . Jaimie Mathlage . . . . . .jmathlage@cvcaroyals.org
*Cheer try-outs have already taken place. Contact Coach Mathlage if you are
interested in cheer.
Fall Sports Start-up Dates – Middle School
Middle School fall sports will begin on Monday, August 8 with the exception
of 7th and 8th grade football which will start on Monday, August 1. Specific
times for practices will be released over the summer.
CVCA Athletic Fee
A general athletic fee of $150 is charged to each participant in our sports programs. One $150 fee covers the entire school year. (Note: some teams require
additional fees) The 2016-17 athletic fee can be paid online at athletics.cvcaroyals.org/athletic_fee.
PAC Announces 2016-2017 Ticket Prices
The Principals’ Athletic Conference has announced new ticket prices for the
2016-17 school. As a member of the PAC, CVCA will be using the admission
prices below for events that require a ticket.
High School: $7 Adult, $4 Student
Middle School: $4 Adult, $2 Student
Sponsors Wanted
The CVCA Booster Club is looking for corporate sponsors for the 2016-17
school year. There are a variety of options available. Interested parties should
contact Ben Miller at bmiller@cvcaroyals.org for more information.
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Introducing the
New Royal Card
For the 2016-17 school year,
CVCA student-athletes will
be required to present their
Royal Card to their head
coach on the first day of tryouts/practice. New for this
year, the Royal Card is
obtained through a threestep process:
STEP 1:
Submit a current physical
examination form to the
Athletic Office. The 2016-17
exam form can be found at
athletics.cvcaroyals.org/
physical
STEP 2:
Turn in a signed copy of the
ODE Concussion Information
Sheet. The Concussion
Information sheet can be
found at ohsaa.org/ medicine/Concussions/ODHConcussionInfoSheet.pdf
STEP 3:
Pay the 2016-17 Athletic Fee.
The fee can be paid online at
athletics.cvcaroyals.org/
athletic_fee
Once these steps are complete, your student-athlete
can pick up their Royal Card
from the Athletic Office.
Questions? Please contact
the CVCA Athletic Office at
330-929-4151.
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END-OF-YEAR SPORTS AWARDS
Archie Griffin Award:
Matt Broadus and Katelynn Justice
OHSAA Scholar Athlete Award:
Delaney McRitchie and Justin Lind
OHSAA Excellence Award:
Hailey Eck and Ian Yoder
Beacon Journal Scholar Athletes:
Nathaniel Bailey and Nicole Hagen
Royal Servants:
Josh Polanski and Abby Kebbel
Courageous Student Award: Jordan Noska
2016 CVCA SUMMER CAMPS
CVCA’s Summer
Camps offer
opportunities for
students to make
friends, have fun,
and learn new
skills in a Christian
environment.
CVCA offers a wide variety of camps!
With eleven sports camps, a theatre camp, and an art adventure camp, each child can fine something he or she is interested in.
Camp dates and information are available at cvcaroyals.org.
Register at cvcaroyals.org
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BUSSING FOR 2016-2017
Below is a copy of school districts that provide transportation to Walsh Jesuit. Limited spots will be offered
to CVCA students prior to August 1, 2016. Starting
August 1, all open seats are available on a first come
basis to students of both schools for all seasons. Please
call your school district if you live in one of these districts
for further information.
Transportaion is available for the entire 2016-2017
school year for $1,500 per student. Options are also
2016-2017 BUS ROUTES
available to purchase transportation services for any combination of the fall, winter, and spring sessions for $600
per session.
A bus reservation form can be found on page 11 and
needs to be returned with payment by check by August
1, 2016. Students will be served on a first come, first
served basis with seats reserved when payment is
received. Questions? Call Mr. Steve Neal, Walsh’s
Transportation Director, at 330-929.4205, ext. 164.
A.M.
P.M.
Route A – Medina, Brunswick, Hinckley, Richfield
A1 – Route 18 and I-71 (Rousch Honda) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:40 a.m.
A2 – St. Francis Xavier School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:52 a.m.
A3 – Rt. 303 and I-71 (Gales Garden Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:05 a.m.
A4 – Rt. 303 and Ridge Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:12 a.m.
(A.M. – Hinckley Elementary / P.M. – Fifth Third) . . . . .
A5 – Rt. 303 and Rt. 176 (Richfield Fire Station) . . . . . . . . . . .7:18 a.m.
. . . . . . . .4:32 p.m.
. . . . . . . .4:27 p.m.
. . . . . . . .4:15 p.m.
. . . . . . . .4:05 p.m.
. . . . . . . .3:55 p.m.
Route B – Strongsville, North Royalton & Brecksville
B1 – Rt. 82 and Pearl (Kohl’s Southpark Mall) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:40 a.m. . . . . . . . .4:30 p.m.
B2 – Rt. 82 and State Road (Giant Eagle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:55 a.m. . . . . . . . .4:15 p.m.
B3 – Rt. 82 and Rt. 21 (St. Basil) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:10 a.m. . . . . . . . .4:00 p.m.
BC4 – RT 82 and Old Eight (St. Barnabas) - P.M. ONLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:45 p.m.
Route C – Bainbridge, Solon, East Cleveland
C1 – Rt. 306 and Rt. 422 (Tanglewood Square) . . . . . . . . . . . .6:45 a.m. . . . . . . . .4:15 p.m.
C2 – Rt. 91 and Rt. 422 (Solon Community Church) . . . . . . .6:57 a.m. . . . . . . . .4:22 p.m.
C3 – I-271 and Harvard (Red Robin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:08 a.m. . . . . . . .4:36 p.m.
BC4 – Chili’s – Macedonia Commons – A.M. ONLY . . . . . . .7:25 a.m.
Macedonia:
A.M. – Bus C
P.M. – Bus B
SCHOOL DISTRICTS THAT TRANSPORT TO WALSH
AURORA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-562-8017
NORDONIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-908-6052
COPLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-664-4820
STOW-MUNROE FALLS . . . .330-673-6550
BEDFORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-439-4234
COVENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-644-2371
HUDSON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-653-3355
KENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-673-2231
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REVERE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-523-3118
TWINSBURG . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-486-2348
WOODRIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . .330-928-6312
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