PRESS RELEASE
STATE OF THE SCHOOLS: MARIEMONT REPRESENTS INNOVATION, LEADERSHIP District not about business as usual, reflects excellence required by community (January 16, 2014) – Superintendent Steve Estepp showcased the priorities and accomplishments for the Mariemont City School District yesterday, January 15 at the district’s 4th annual State of the Schools address at Mariemont Junior High School. Key priorities for the district are to continue conservative fiscal management while ensuring excellence in every area of the school system. “Our schools are not about business as usual, either financially and academically,” said Steven Estepp. “We are entrepreneurs and leaders. Our community is one that places a high value on education, and we believe that we must always look to the future to be prepared for the next phase of our educational journey.” Financially, Mariemont has earned many awards and industry recognition. Most recently, Mr. Estepp noted that the district earned one of the highest ratings from Standard & Poor’s with an AA+ rating and has countered significant losses in state funding with corresponding efficiencies. Mr. Estepp also noted that the district’s much-needed new and renovated energy efficient buildings will provide expected relief to the operational costs. “We now have 21st century buildings that allow us to offer a state-of-the-art education for our students. These buildings are safe, and they are equipped with modern technology, helping us keep our district students competitive with their peers around the globe. Our new buildings are also bringing increased efficiencies and fewer maintenance costs, and they match the excellence in teaching that is happening in our schools,” noted Estepp. Mr. Estepp also spoke to the significant academic accomplishments of the schools. To ensure continued high achievement, the district will launch Destination 2026 this year, which is an initiative that looks to the graduating class of 2026 and retools education and technology to meet the needs of these students today. “We have a tremendous story to tell and one that is worth celebrating,” stated Estepp. “Our ‘It’s About ME video showcases real students and community members reflecting on the tradition, community and innovation that makes involvement in our schools a marked experience for everyone. Each person has a unique story about his or her own Mariemont Experience that contributes to the strong collective story we share within our district.” The “It’s About ME” video is available on the district’s website, www.mariemontschools.org, today. The address also contained performances by the kindergarten class as well as the Mariemont High School chamber ensemble.
Contact:
Josephine McKenrick
Director of Communications
jmckenrick@mariemontschools.org
513-272-7513