GV football coach Matt Rosati wins his 200th career game
ORWELL - Matt Rosati still remembers the heartbreak he experienced back in 1985 when he was a senior at Ledgemont.
Arriving home at his family's farm in Montville, he found out his parents - Ron and Suzanne - had sold the herd of cows just so they'd be able to afford to send him to college.
"My parents... we didn't have much," Rosati said in a 2016 News-Herald article. "For me to go to college, they sold our cattle. Sold them all. I didn't even know they were doing it. Just came home one day and they were gone."
He vowed that day to be the best teacher and coach he could be, because his parents gave up everything for him to follow his dream.
Ron and Suzanne Rosati have both passed away, one in 2022 and the other in 2024, but their little boy has kept his promise. And with Grand Valley's 55-15 win over Vienna Mathews on Friday, Rosati won his 200th career game. The win puts the Mustangs' record at 7-2 (4-0 in the NAC) heading into next week's rivalry game against Pymatuning Valley. A win would also clinch the outright NAC title.
"I tell ya what, this is definitely something I've been striving for. It motivates me," Rosati said of the 200-win plateau. "I'm so very proud of these kids. We're playing really well right now. I'm proud of where we're at. I can't say enough about these kids. I enjoy working with them every day. ... PV is a very big game for us. They beat us up pretty good this year. We're going to be ready."
Rosati led Perry to 111 victories and West Geauga to 77 victories. Grand Valley went 5-5 last year in Rosati's first season and are 7-2 this year.
"A lot of great teams, great players and great coaches I've worked with," Rosati said. "That has put the whole picture together for me. I've always prided myself on being a great educator first. Coaching is just a part of it. I've been fortunate enough to do it at three great schools. I'm very, very fortunate."
Grand Valley took control early against Mathews and was never seriously threatened. Caden Rowland, Tony Williams and Lukah Mramor all scored a pair of touchdowns to lead the Mustangs' effort. When the game was over, he was presented with a commemorative game ball from the Grand Valley Gridiron Club. Additionally, he picked up a pebble from Mathews and
Rosati still remembers his first win - a 26-0 West Geauga win over Wickliffe on Sept. 6, 1996. No. 200 will forever be a memory, as will No. 201 should the Mustangs defeat the Lakers next Friday.
After the game, Rosati picked up a pebble from Mathews and placed it in a bag of memories he carries with him. The bag also includes a silver coin his father gave to him, a St. Christopher medal from his mother, dirt from the gravesite of his longtime friend Timmy, a toenail from his childhood dog who died, and blades of grass from big games his teams have won over the years.
"I also have a piece of paper in there that Coach (Jim) Henson gave to me when I took this job," Rosati said. "200 wins is big, but you know, this is all I ever wanted to do. My parents gave up everything so I could do this so I'm going to do it as long as I can.
Congratulations to our Head Football Coach Matt Rosati on his 200th victory!
Grand Valley Football with the WIN!
Parents and Guardians,
Grand Valley has decided to eliminate interims and have the teachers contact parents of students who could be struggling mid grading period.
We also feel it is extremely important that parents monitor their child's progress throughout the grading periods. Therefore, starting next week, we will be giving access to all parents to ParentAccess and report cards even if the student owes fees.
We are exploring other options to deal with students who owe fees and will update everyone at that time.
ParentAccess registration keys will be sent home today and Monday to all students. Some parents may receive these by email.
(Please disregard the message on the form about locked accounts for owed fees).
Again, the goal is to make sure all parents can be active and current with their child's progress in their education. Please monitor your child's progress to help them meet their educational goals.
If you do not receive a registration key letter to sign up for ParentAccess, please click the link below and fill out the Google Form:
https://forms.gle/WkG4jUt3pdErF6AD6
Sincerely,
Dr. William R. Nye, Jr., Superintendent
Grand Valley Local Schools
Grand Valley has decided to eliminate interims and have the teachers contact parents of students who could be struggling mid grading period.
We also feel it is extremely important that parents monitor their child's progress throughout the grading periods. Therefore, starting next week, we will be giving access to all parents to ParentAccess and report cards even if the student owes fees.
We are exploring other options to deal with students who owe fees and will update everyone at that time.
ParentAccess registration keys will be sent home today and Monday to all students. Some parents may receive these by email.
(Please disregard the message on the form about locked accounts for owed fees).
Again, the goal is to make sure all parents can be active and current with their child's progress in their education. Please monitor your child's progress to help them meet their educational goals.
If you do not receive a registration key letter to sign up for ParentAccess, please click the link below and fill out the Google Form:
https://forms.gle/WkG4jUt3pdErF6AD6
Sincerely,
Dr. William R. Nye, Jr., Superintendent
Grand Valley Local Schools
Congratulations to Grand Valley's Girls Soccer Team on winning the NAC Championship!
Grand Valley Football GameDay!
Reminder Mathews football field is at their elementary school. 4095 Sheridan Dr, Vienna, OH 44473.
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Weekly update on the Custom cruiser contest with lead artist Nina G.
Crosley selects only 250 U.S. schools and provides them with a free record player and vinyl records to transform into original works of art.
Official voting will be Nov2-6 and a link will be provided.
Until then every like or share earns GV a bonus point!
#CrosleyCustonCruiserContest
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2026 Graduates!
Each year, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) requires us to follow up with our graduates to find out what career path you have chosen after graduation.
Be on the lookout for a text message from us soon! Please take a few moments to complete the Google Form and share your plans for the future.
Your response is important and greatly appreciated!
Each year, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) requires us to follow up with our graduates to find out what career path you have chosen after graduation.
Be on the lookout for a text message from us soon! Please take a few moments to complete the Google Form and share your plans for the future.
Your response is important and greatly appreciated!
GVMS BOOKFAIR!
Grand Valley Middle School Cookie Dough Fundraiser
Forms were sent home but you can also view them by clicking link below:
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Forms were sent home but you can also view them by clicking link below:
https://grandvalleyoh.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/31410949
Boys Soccer with the WIN!
8th Grade Volleyball NAC Tournament Champs!
Focaccia bread in Baking and Pastry Arts!
Grand Valley Girls Wrestling parent information meeting.
Congratulations to our Senior Class Officers! Our Senior Officers are ready for an amazing year.
President-Toby O.
Vice President-Violet M.
Secretary-Liv Bailes
Media-Kylah P.
Today , we held our first Senior Officer meeting, and there are already some great ideas in the works! We're are excited to see what this group has planned and all the great things they hope to accomplish this year.
President-Toby O.
Vice President-Violet M.
Secretary-Liv Bailes
Media-Kylah P.
Today , we held our first Senior Officer meeting, and there are already some great ideas in the works! We're are excited to see what this group has planned and all the great things they hope to accomplish this year.
Grand Valley!
Grand Valley Volleyball welcoming the elementary students to school!
GVHS sophomores and juniors had an opportunity to hear guest speaker, Mr. Rod Meeker, on their college and career planning trajectory. Mr. Meeker has earned the 2025 award for the top college planning service provider by Education Insider and his expertise provides a comprehensive approach to future planning for young adults. We are grateful he is willing to share his knowledge with our future graduates.
