Southside Back to School

BACK TO SCHOOL

WHAT ’S in Side

School directories, addresses, phone numbers, websites and email addresses for area public and private school districts.

Messages from the superintendents, calendars, book and lunch fees, before- and after-school care information

Routine vaccine information, local tutoring options, prepping for kindergarten, saving on back-to-school shopping

Leadership

CenTer GrOVe COmmuniTY SCHOOLS

On behalf of the Center Grove Board of School Trustees, administration, faculty, and support staff, we would like to welcome everyone back to school on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023!

Those of you who are familiar with Center Grove Schools know that our people are what make our school corporation exceptional. This includes our faculty, staff, administrators, and the families who make up our community. Our decisions center on what is best for our students. We have incredible teachers and administrators in our

Superintendent: Richard Arkanoff, Ed.D.

Assistant Superintendent: William Long, Ed.D.

Assistant Superintendent: Nora Hoover, Ph.D.

Assistant Superintendent: Jason Taylor, Ed.D.

Executive Director of Communications: Stacy Conrad

Director of Human Resources and Student Services: Krista Nelson, Ed.D.

Director of Elementary Education: Marcy Szostak

Director of Secondary Education: Shannon Carroll-Frey

Director of Elementary Special Education: Khailey Brown

Director of Secondary Special Education: Reneae Staley, Ed.D.

Director of School Counseling and Mental Health: Christy Berger, M.S.W., L.S.W.

Director of Facilities: Darrell Thompson

Director of Food and Nutrition Services:

Valarie Miller, R.D.N.

Director of Transportation: Sarah Pitts

Chief of Police: Ray Jackson

Health Services Coordinator: Amy Norman, B.S.N., R.N.

Buildings Education Service Center 4800 W. Stones Crossing Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-881-9326

Fax: 317-881-0241

Center Grove High School 2717 S. Morgantown Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

district who are dedicated to the success of our students. We strive every day to provide a safe environment where our students receive an exceptional educational experience, as well as an exceptional occupational experience for our employees. We believe that collaboration between the school district and our community is crucial for the success of our students. We encourage families and community members to actively participate in our school board meetings and attend our public events, competitions, and concerts. These occasions

offer a firsthand view of how our district is serving our growing community. We value your input and are committed to being transparent about our priorities and finances. To ensure open communication, we also encourage you to explore our website, where you can access our budgets from the last 15 years.

We look forward to a new school year filled with exceptional educational experiences for all students!

Richard A. Arkanoff, Ed.D. Superintendent

Phone: 317-881-0581

Fax: 317-885-4509

Principal: Jeffry Henderson, Ed.D.

Assistant Principals: Tricia Ferguson, Tracy McMahen, Jennifer Perkins, Jacob Short

Dean of Students: Laura Burkhart, Theresa Owen

Center Grove Middle School Central

4900 W. Stones Crossing Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-882-9391

Fax: 317-885-4523

Principal: Jason Wiesmann

Assistant Principal: TBD

Dean of Students: Ashley Todd

Center Grove Middle School North 202 N. Morgantown Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-885-8800

Fax: 317-885-3388

Principal: Davin Harpe, Ph.D.

Assistant Principal: Benjamin Holder

Dean of Students: Heidi Hite

Center Grove Elementary

2455 S. Morgantown Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-881-1720

Fax: 317-885-4535

Principal: Craig Buckler

Assistant Principal: Ellen Rollings

Maple Grove Elementary 3623 W. Whiteland Road

Bargersville, IN 46106

Phone: 317-881-0561

Fax: 317-885-4523

Principal: Brooke Phillips

Assistant Principal: Alison Mills

North Grove Elementary 3280 W. Fairview Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-881-5653

Fax: 317-885-4547

Principal: Ron Siner

Assistant Principal: Allison Harris

Pleasant Grove Elementary 5199 W. Fairview Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-887-8525

Fax: 317-885-4605

Principal: Trael Kelly

Assistant Principal: Martha Andersen

Sugar Grove Elementary 4135 W. Smith Valley Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-887-4707

Fax: 317-885-5249

Principal: Kristin Rodman

Assistant Principal: Mindy VanderVeen

Walnut Grove Elementary 4079 N 500 W

Bargersville, IN 46106

Phone: 317.887.4200

Fax: 317.885.5251

Principal: Heather Gant

Assistant Principal: Amy Clancy

Website www.centergrove.k12.in.us

School hours

Education Service Center, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Elementary Schools, 9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Middle Schools, 7:30 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.

Center Grove High School, 7:35 a.m. to 2:50 p.m.

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

Meal prices

Breakfast: $1.70

Lunch (Elementary): $2.50

Lunch (Secondary): $2.70

A la carte milk: $.60

Center Grove’s Food and Nutrition Services Department provides breakfast and lunch options for students in grades K-12. Menus and nutritional information are available through Nutrislice.

Meal and book rental assistance

Applications for meal benefits and textbook assistance are available in each school building. Families can also submit a free & reduced lunch application via Skyward Family Access. Contact the Food and Nutrition Services Department at 881-9326 with any questions.

Before/after school care

Before- and after-school programs are available through Honey Grove Educational Center for Grades K-8. Call 317-887-5500 with questions or visit www.honeygroveeducation.com to register online.

(SEE CENTER GROVE, PAGE 23)

richard Arkanoff Superintendent

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

CLArK-PLeASAnT COmmuniTY SCHOOLS

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Dear Clark-Pleasant Families, Welcome to the Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation! Home of The Warriors! As the new superintendent of CPCSC, I would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt welcome Back-to-School to all of our students, parents, and staff!

Tim edsell

Superintendent

We are excited to be able to start this upcoming 2023-24 school year with a fantastic and memorable learning experience for our students. Our first student day will be Wednesday, July 26th. Please take some time to look at our school calendar, so you

YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Superintendent: Dr. Timothy Edsell

Assistant Superintendent: Dr. Cassandra Shipp

Director of Human Resources: Dr. John Schilawski

Director of Business & Finance: Austin Fruits

are aware of when our Fall, Winter, and Spring breaks occur as well as holidays, parent/teacher conferences, and pre-planned eLearning days.

We, as public school educators, are in the business of instruction with our passion and energy directed towards student learning. We will focus on rigor, relevance, and relationships. We will serve our students, staff, families, and community, as we continue to work at becoming one of the best school corporations in the state of Indiana! We will strive to provide exemplary

Director of Curriculum and Instruction: Brian Lovell

Director of Special Education: Julie Wolfe

Director of Behavioral Health: Dr. Connie

Poston

Director of Operations: Sam Arnes

Director of Food Service: Lauren Jones

Director of Transportation: Mike Akers

leadership, effective communication, true collaboration, and sound fiscal responsibility.

For our high school students and families, we will be starting the first phase of the WCHS Renovation & Improvement Project. Please pay attention to further communication of any potential impact this will have on the daily procedures and operations at WCHS.

Please continue to browse our website (www.cpcsc.k12.in.us), Parent Square, and

(SEE EDSELL, PAGE 22)

Coordinator of Nursing Services: Lisa Hudson

Clark-Pleasant Police Department Chief: Chad Pryce

Buildings

Clark-Pleasant Education and Community

Center 50 Center St. Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-7579

Fax: 317-535-4931

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Greetings Lancer Families, The Edinburgh Community School Board, administration, faculty, and staff are excited to celebrate the start of the 2023-2024 School Year with our students and families. The first day of school will be on Thursday, July 27, 2023. This is my third year as the superintendent at Edinburgh Community Schools. It is an honor to serve the Edinburgh community – it is filled with so many awesome people, especially our students!

Every start to the school year is exciting! After a year without contact tracing and masks, I think it is safe to say that Covid 19 Pandemic is behind us. That might make this year the most exciting one in several years!

People often ask me why educators are so busy in the summer. Summer is when we prepare for the next school year. Our administrators, teachers and staff have worked throughout the summer to prepare for the

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Superintendent of schools: Ron Ross, RRoss@ecsc.k12.in.us

Business Manager: Tammy Lewis

Deputy Treasurer: Carrie Brown

Director of Operations: Bob Straugh

Athletic Director: Luke Robertson

Buildings Administration Office

202 S. Keeley St.

Edinburgh, IN 46124

Phone: 812-526-2681

Fax: 812-526-0271

East Side Elementary School

810 E. Main Cross St.

Edinburgh, IN 46124

Phone: 812-526-9771

Fax: 812-526-3433

Principal: Jason Schoettmer, jschoettmer@ecsc.k12.in.us

Edinburgh Community Middle School

300 S. Keeley St. Edinburgh, IN 46124

Phone: 812-526-3418

Fax: 812-526-3439

Principal: Kevin Rockey, krockey@ecsc.k12.in.us

Assistant Principal: Cory Sevier,

school year ahead. If our hard work is any indication of the type of school year we will have, I know it is going to be a momentous year!

We have several new additions to our team. We are so excited that they have chosen to be a part of our Lancer family. Please join us in making them feel welcome. Two people that I would like to draw special attention to are: Mr. Luke Robertson and Mrs. Ashley Kite. Luke replaces Mr. Dave Walden as athletic director, who retired at the end of last school year. Ashley will be our director of student services and will oversee special education and other special programs. Her position will be instrumental in overseeing the transition of services from Earlywood Educational Services back to ECSC.

Our wonderful team of educators have worked to develop plans to identify students who need extra support and provide additional

assistance as needed. It is our belief that students learn best in a classroom receiving in-person instruction from their teachers and support staff. With the Covid 19 Pandemic behind us virtual learning will only be considered in the most extreme cases. Please visit our webpage for additional information: https://www.ecsc.k12.in.us/ We value and appreciate the meaningful relationships that we have with our students, families, and the Edinburgh community. We are looking forward to strengthening and expanding those relationships during the upcoming school year to provide the best opportunities for our students!

We are so excited for the new school year! We cannot wait to see everyone this Fall! Thank you, Ron Ross, superintendent

csevier@ecsc.k12.in.us

Edinburgh Community High School

300 S. Keeley St. Edinburgh, IN 46124

Phone: 812-526-5501

Fax: 812-526-3439

Principal: Kevin Rockey, krockey@ecsc.k12.in.us

Assistant Principal: Cory Sevier, csevier@ecsc.k12.in.us

Website www.ecsc.k12.in.us

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

School hours

Elementary: 8 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. (All-day Kindergarten and Grades 1-5)

Middle and High School: 8:05 a.m. to 3:12 p.m.

Meal prices

East Side Student Breakfast $1.50, Student Lunch $3.00

Middle/High School Student Breakfast $1.55,

Student Lunch $3.10.

After-school care

An after-school program is offered through Edinburgh Parks and Recreation. Information: 812-526-3535

Registration

Registration for all three schools can be done online on the school website: www.ecsc.k12. in.us.

Open houses

Open houses are July 25; middle/high school, 5-6 p.m., elementary, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Board of School Trustees

Daniel Teter, president

Cathy Hamm,vice-president

David Bauman, secretary

Curtis Rooks, member

Ryan Blaker, member

Board meetings are the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Administrative Office, 202 S. Keeley St., Edinburgh

Calendar 2023

July 25-26: Teacher Professional Development/ Orientation

July 27: First student day

Sept. 4: Labor Day

Sept 5: Professional Development/Student eLearning

Sept. 29: End of first nine weeks.

Oct. 2-13: Fall Break

Oct 19: Parent Teacher Conferences: East Side 3-7 p.m./Middle School/High School 3:30-7:30 p.m.

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving break

Nov. 27: Professional Development/Student eLearning

Dec. 19: End of first semester

Dec. 20-Jan. 3: Winter Break 2024

Jan. 3: Teacher records day, half day

Jan. 4: Second semester begins

Jan. 15: MLK Day (no school)

Feb. 19: Presidents Day (no school)

March 8: End of third nine weeks

March 11-15: Spring break (snow makeup days, if needed)

March 18-22: Spring break (protected days)

March 25: Students resume classes

April 8: Professional Development/Student eLearning

May 24: Last student day

May 27: Memorial Day

May 28: Teacher records day

June 1: Graduation

ron ross Superintendent

frAnKLin COmmuniTY SCHOOLS

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

david Clendening Superintendent

Welcome back to school! These four words bring many memories and excitement to all who hear them. The summer is just starting, but we must also focus on the “welcome back to school” thought. This school year guarantees to be a time for students to participate in new experiences and gain knowledge. Our vision for the students that come to us is to provide a student-centered and innovative learning environment. The 2023-2024 school year promises to be a year where our vision becomes a reality. What does a student-centered learning environment look and feel like? It is a place where students are challenged to grow each day and experience learning through various strategies. Literacy skill development will continue at the forefront of learning in our elementary schools. Franklin Schools is participating in the Literacy Cadre partnership with Marian University this year. This is a two-year program where our teachers and students will focus on strategies in the Science of Reading to advance learning and literacy. Each elementary school will have a Literacy Coach to enter the classrooms, model instruction, and work with students.

Math instruction will continue to see the Building Thinking Classrooms approach utilized for our students. Speaking of Building Thinking Classrooms, I thank our instructional coaches for leading a two-day summer conference on this strategy. Dr. Peter Liljedahl was the keynote speaker for this conference, and over 850 people experienced Building Thinking Classrooms and our wonderful city. So you are asking: “What is Building Thinking Classrooms?” It is an instructional strategy that utilizes 14 tasks for students to understand and develop new skills. To learn more about these strategies, please contact Melisa McCain at FCHS. She is our resident expert. Another experience coming to FCS this year is the return of the student exchange program with Kuji, Japan. We will send over 11 student ambassadors to experience student life in our sister city during Fall Break 2023. Our community partners, the City of Franklin, The Franklin Education Connection, KYB, Mitshibusi, and NSK, support this great opportunity. In January, we will be hosting students from Japan. This is an excellent way for students to learn the similarities and differences of our cultures.

Also, a trip to Germany, Switzerland and France is being planned with our community partner Endress+Hauser.

As the days of July wind down, please know we are getting excited about seeing everyone this school year. I invite everyone to be a part of the Franklin education experience. It will take everyone to ensure our students are ready for new opportunities in a student-centered and innovative world. One last thing: we are always looking for mentors, reading buddies, and substitute teachers. If these things interest you, please reach out to learn more.

Thanks for taking a few minutes to read this welcome-back letter, and I look forward to seeing everyone soon.

Sincerely,

Dr. David Clendening Superintendent Franklin Community Schools

P.S.: Parents, one last note: there will be NO textbook rental or fees. Thanks to a new law in Indiana, the State of Indiana pays for all textbooks and expenses associated with instruction!

Administration

Superintendent: Dr. David Clendening

Assistant superintendent: Dr. Brooke Worland

Chief financial officer: Tina Jobe-Gross

Director of technology: Matt Sprout

Executive director of facilities: Benji Betts

Buildings

Franklin Community School Corp

998 Grizzly Cub Drive

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8700

Fax: 317-738-5812

Franklin Community High School

2600 Cumberland Drive

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8100

Fax: 317-738-5703

Principal: Steve Ahaus

Assistant Principals: Scott Martin, Laura Mattox

Athletic Director: Bill Doty

Franklin Community Middle School

625 Grizzly Cub Drive

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8400

Fax: 317-346-8411

Principal: Rita Holman

Assistant principal: Ben Carroll

Assistant Principal: Jenny Pieper

Custer Baker Intermediate School

101 W. State Road 44

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8600

Fax: 317-346-8611

Principal: Cheryl Moran

Assistant Principal: Tammy Schneider

Creekside Elementary School

700 E. State Road 44

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8800

Fax: 317-738-5767

Principal: Mark Heiden

Assistant Principal: Chloe Limbach

Needham Elementary School

1399 Upper Shelbyville Road

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8500

Fax: 317-738-5787

Principal: Dylan Purlee

Northwood Elementary School

965 Grizzly Cub Drive

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8900

Fax: 317-738-5757

Principal: Karle Hougland

Union Elementary School 3990 W. Division Road

Bargersville, IN 46106

Phone: 317-346-8200

Fax: 317-422-5068

Principal: Katie Smith

Webb Elementary School 1400 Webb Court

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-346-8300

Fax: 317-738-5797

Interim Principal: Carolyn Ray

Website

www.franklinschools.org

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

School hours

Elementaries: 7:40 a.m.-2:20 p.m. (Union Elementary: 7:30 a.m.-2:20 p.m.). Early dismissal on Wednesdays at 1:40 p.m. for all elementaries.

CBIS: 8:05 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Early dismissal on Wednesdays at 2:20 p.m.

FCMS: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Thursdays 8:30 am-3:00 pm.

FCHS: 7:45 a.m.- 2:45 p.m. Thursdays 8:15 am-2:45 pm.

GreenWOOd COmmuniTY SCHOOLS

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Welcome Back to Greenwood!

Terry Terhune

Superintendent

The Greenwood Community School Corporation and the Board of Education wish to welcome students, parents, faculty, staff, and our community partners back for the 2023-24 school year. We are looking forward to school starting on Aug. 1 and to see our returning students! The strength of Greenwood Schools is forming a positive relationship with all of our students and their families.

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Superintendent: Terry Terhune

Assistant Superintendent: Todd Pritchett

Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment: Lisa Harkness

Director of Student Services: Jill Lambert

Director of Operations: Mike Hildebrand

Director of IT: Jenna Cooper

Greenwood’s success starts with the governing body of the Board. The support of the Board to put students first is the foundation of our ability to build relationships with our students so we may help them grow and learn. The members of our Board are Mr. Mike Metzger, president; Mr. Chris Zaborowsky, vice president; Mrs. Deanna Burton, secretary; Mr. Jack Napier, member; and Mr. Chad Shaffer, member. I wish to thank them for their dedication to

Buildings Administration Office

605 W. Smith Valley Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-889-4060

Fax: 317-889-4068

Greenwood Community High School

615 W. Smith Valley Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-889-4000

Fax: 317-889-4039

Principal: Michael Gasaway

Greenwood Middle School 1584 Averitt Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-889-4040

our schools.

Greenwood Community Schools continues to improve in many ways. This past school year, we have started renovations to Greenwood High School and Northeast Elementary bringing in new technology to better enhance learning opportunities for our students. These updates provide our teachers the chance to challenge our students in new ways. Starting in the 2023-24 school year,

(SEE TERHUNE, PAGE 23)

Fax: 317-889-4044

Principal: Chris Sutton

Isom Central Elementary School 50 E. Broadway St.

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-889-4070

(SEE GREENWOOD, PAGE 23)

nineVeH-HenSLeY-JACKSOn SCHOOLS

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Andrea Perry Assistant Superintendent

Welcome to Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson United School Corporation! Home of the Indian Creek Braves! The new school year always brings excitement and anticipation for wonderful learning opportunities, and the 2023-2024 school year is no different. This is a great time to be a part of Indian Creek Schools! If you are new to the Indian Creek school family, welcome to our district, where ACADEMICS, ARTS and ATHLETICS rise! If you are returning, welcome back!

If you have been following the build at Indian Creek Schools, construction remains in progress. In one of our largest projects in decades, Indian Creek Schools is constructing a new fieldhouse and auditorium. We are excited for the new possibilities available to our students and community with these new spaces and eagerly await their completion, which is anticipated in the fall of 2023. Please

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Superintendent: TBA

Assistant Superintendent: Andrea Perry

Business Manager/Corporation Treasurer:

Jacob Heuchan

Deputy Treasurer/Human Resources & Payroll: Terri Ellington

Director of Facilities: Jared Sneed

Director of Transportation: John Walker

Maintenance & Transportation Coordinator: Donna Richards

Director of Technology: Andrew Summers

Director of Food Service: Beth Frisbie

Director of Special Services: Paige Prough

Director of Health and Wellness: Jill Lawalin

Community Relations Coordinator: Kate Taylor

Buildings

Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson United School

Corp. Office

802 S. Indian Creek Drive

Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2100

Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Indian Creek High School

803 W. Indian Creek Drive

Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2110

Principal: Luke Skobel

Assistant Principal: Bill Wallace

Indian Creek Middle School

note, with the continued construction on campus, our traffic patterns will continue as structured last year.

Indian Creek Schools strives for innovation and excellence in the classroom. STEM continues to be a priority for our students to better prepare them for their future endeavors, whether continuing their education after high school or joining the workforce. We take great pride in preparing our students with the employability skills Indiana employers are seeking. Students at Indian Creek Elementary School and Indian Creek Intermediate School will continue to enjoy hands-on experiential learning through the IC Innovation Studio, a dedicated STEM classroom in partnership with Purdue IN-MaC and Endress+Hauser, Inc. Our focus on STEM and agriculture has broadened experiences for Indian Creek Middle School

students, as well. Indian Creek High School students gain real-world experiences with opportunities like Creek Cattle Company and CREEK Manufacturing as they work to complete coursework for academic pathways. In order to maintain the excitement for the new school year, creating a safe and secure learning environment continues to be our top priority for our students, staff and community. Together, we can make a difference through our strengths, open communication and strong relationships. Let’s continue to use those strengths to create safe environments for our students and staff in 2023-2024.

Our first student day will be Thursday, Aug. 3. Our currently adopted school calendar provides one week for fall break and two

(SEE PERRY, PAGE 23)

801 W. Indian Creek Drive

Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2130

Principal: Kim Davis

Assistant Principal: Sean Zachery

Indian Creek Intermediate School

1000 S. Indian Creek Drive Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2160

Principal:

Indian Creek Elementary

1002 S. Indian Creek Drive Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2150

Principal: Eric Long

Indian Creek Learning Center

800 S. Indian Creek Drive

Trafalgar, IN 46181

Phone: 317-878-2100

Teacher: Drew Glentzer

Website www.indiancreekschools.com

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

Meal prices

NHJ United School Corporation will sponsor Universal Free Breakfast beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. Every student, regardless of eligibility status, will receive a free breakfast each day.

Lunch prices

ICES and ICIS: $2.70

ICMS: $2.75

ICHS: $2.80

Extra milk, 45 cents

Entree: $2.20

Other items are also available for purchase. NHJ United School Corp. participates in the Child Nutrition Program and offers free and reduced-price meals to students who qualify.

If you think your family may qualify for benefits, complete an application available on the NHJ website at indiancreekschools.com. Return one completed form per household to the administration office or to your child’s school for processing. Call the Food Service Department at 317-878-2169 for more information.

After-school care

After-school care is available for Grades K-5 for Indian Creek Elementary School students and Indian Creek Intermediate School students. Hours will be 3:30–6 p.m. Program includes study tables, snack and activities. Additional information will be available at countykidschildcare.org

Registration Online at www.indiancreekschools.com

https://www.indiancreekschools.com/back-toschool

Board of School Trustees

Greg Waltz, president

Thomas Burgett, vice president

Amy Woodrum, secretary

Ed Harvey, member

Judy Misiniec, member

Calendar

2023

Aug. 3: First student day

Sept. 4: Labor Day, no school

Oct. 6: End of first nine weeks

Oct. 9-13: Fall break

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving break

Dec. 22: End of first semester, second nine weeks; winter break begins at end of school day

2024

Jan. 8: Teacher work day, no school

Jan. 9: School resumes

Jan. 15: MLK Day, no school/snow make-up day, if needed

Feb. 19: Presidents Day, no school/snow makeup day, if needed

March 8: End of third nine weeks

March 25-April 5: Spring break

April 8: School resumes

May 24: Last student day

May 28: Teacher records day

TBA: Graduation/commencement

CenTrAL nine CAreer CenTer

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Dear potential student parent or community partner,

William Kovach

Director

Last year, Central Nine Career Center served 1,200 juniors and seniors from nine high schools in Johnson and Marion counties. With over 25 programs for students to choose from, we offer robust, relevant, and industrybased opportunities for all of the students who attend. Whether you, your parents, or your grandparents connected with us over the years, we are constantly evolving to meet local and global business, industry, and community expectations now and in the future.

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Director: Bill Kovach

Assistant Director: Michael Quaranta

Business Manager: Cindy Payton

Dean of Students: Joe Preda

Student Services Coordinators: Melanie

Carpenter & Corinna Vonderwell

Career Pathways Counselor: Aubrei Teter

Participating districts & governing Board

Beech Grove City Schools – Jill Laker

Center Grove Community School Corp. – Gary

Robinson

Franklin Community School Corp. – Becky

Nelson

Franklin Township Community School Corp. –

Dawn Downer

Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp. –

Linda Polesel

Greenwood Community School Corp. – Mike Metzger

Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson United School Corp.

Students who attend Central Nine not only learn about a career, but they engage at a much deeper level to strive for industryrecognized certifications, a stackable curriculum that leads to higher-paying job opportunities, and earn college credits from our post-secondary partners. The college credits earned are tuition-free and transferrable.

Last year our students earned over 5,000 college credits and 300 industry-recognized certifications. Many of our students also get opportunities to engage in work-based learning, such as internships. Internships

– Greg Waltz Perry Township – Steve Johnson

Location

1999 S. U.S. 31

Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: (317) 888-4401

Website

www.central9.k12.in.us

general Information

Central Nine Career Center is a career and technical school for high school students enrolled in one of our nine partner high schools. Central Nine currently offers students over 25 different career programs to choose from:

Construction & Landscape

Construction Trades

HVAC

Landscaping

Health Sciences

Biomedical Sciences

Dental Careers

Exercise Science

Medical Assistant

Pre-Nursing

Veterinary Science

provide a direct experience for our students to learn what the work world is like and adapt to the standards expected outside of school and at home.

Central Nine has been an indispensable feature of Johnson and Marion Counties since 1972, and this year commemorates the successes, growth, and partnerships that have developed over the past five decades. For more information on Central Nine and the 50th anniversary, please visit centralnine.org.

Bill Kovach, director

Human Services

Cosmetology

Culinary Arts

Early Childhood Education

(SEE C9, PAGE 10)

rOnCALLi HiGH SCHOOL

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Charles Weisenbach President

The essence of the daily routine of any high quality high school should be focused on teaching and learning. This is the rightful expectation of every student, parent/guardian and teacher. Anything or anyone that interferes with, interrupts or prohibits teaching and learning is unacceptable. More and more high schools find themselves crippled in their daily efforts to stay focused on teaching and learning due to the ever increasing number of internal and external challenges.

Roncalli High School is blessed by not only having maintained a laser-like focus on teaching and learning on a consistent basis, but most importantly doing so within a faith community rooted in the person and teachings of Jesus Christ. Interfering with, interrupting or prohibiting the daily teaching and learning process is not tolerated. This allows our school to achieve the high level of excellence

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

President: Charles E. Weisenbach

Principal: Kevin Banich

Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs: Beth Reel

Assistant Principal for Student Life: Michael Wantz Location: 3300 Prague Road Indianapolis, IN 46227

Phone: 317-787-8277

Fax: 317-788-4095

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Early Childhood Education

IT and Interactive Media

Digital Design

Information Technology Operations

Software Development

Manufacturing

Precision Machining

Welding Technology

Protective Services

Website www.roncalli.org grades

students, families and faculty expect of us. In the parable of the talents in Mark’s Gospel, Jesus does not command us to bury our talents and then await salvation. Instead, He commands us to use what talents we have to make the world a better place. The parable speaks to us about opportunity, hard work and accountability. These were staples for success 2,000 years ago and remain a part of the everyday life at Roncalli.

Excellence in all aspects of a person’s experience at Roncalli is one of our stated goals. However, our ultimate goal is found in our Vision Statement: “Forming disciples of Jesus Christ through the intercession of St. John XXIII (Angelo Roncalli).” Highly acclaimed show choirs, dazzling theatrical productions, championship winning athletic teams, a challenging, diversified curriculum, thriving internship programs and millions of dollars in academic scholarships are all things

for which we are proud of at Roncalli. But if those aspects of our school are not forming our young people into strong disciples of Jesus Christ, then we have missed the mark.

Roncalli High School is not a perfect school. One does not exist. However, we will remain steadfast in our commitment to our vision with the hope and intent that all that we say, all that we do, and all that we are as a school will glorify God and help build His Kingdom here on earth.

Roncalli High School is a dynamic, nurturing, life-giving place for students, families, faculty and staff. I invite you to be part of our school community as a student, family, teacher, staff member, benefactor or volunteer.

Yours in Christ, Chuck Weisenbach, president

break

2024

Tuition,

Jan. 8: School resumes

Jan. 15: Free day – Martin Luther King Day

Feb. 19: Free day – Presidents Day

March 14: Last day of school prior to spring break

March 15-24: Free days – spring break

Calendar 2023

Aug. 9: First day of school

Sept. 4: Free day – Labor Day

Oct. 9-13: Free days – fall break

Nov. 23-24: Free days – Thanksgiving break

Dec. 22: last day of school prior to Christmas

March 25: First day of school following spring break

April 1: Free day – Easter Monday

April 8: Free day - Solar eclipse

May 24: Last day of school

May 24: Baccalaureate

May 25: Graduation

Criminal Justice

Emergency Medical Services

Fire and Rescue

Transportation

Automotive Collision Repair

Automotive Services

Aviation Flight

Aviation Maintenance

Aviation Management

Diesel Services

Work-Based Learning

Annual notice of nondiscrimination

Central Nine Career Center currently offers the listed career and technical education programs. To enroll in a Central Nine program, start by identifying where you live. All enrollment is done through each student’s residential school district.

It is the policy of Central Nine Career Center not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in its career and technical education programs, services,

and activities, including employment policies and practices. Central Nine will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in Central Nine’s career and technical education programs.

For information regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact Title IX Coordinator: Tiffany Bickerstaff, Marketing Manager 317888-4401 EXT 262, tbickerstaff@central9.k12. in.us or section504@central9.k12.in.us

ST. rOSe Of LimA CATHOLiC SCHOOL

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Come Be a Rose

Kim Tekippe Principal

St. Rose of Lima School provides all students with a rigorous, faith-based curriculum in a small, close-knit family atmosphere. The staff at St. Rose School have over 100 years of combined experience in education, and they love to share that knowledge and experience with our students in grades Pre-K through 8th grade. Small class sizes, athletics, clubs, programs, and spiritual growth are only a few of the many reasons you should check out our school. Our students are individually valued, spiritually nurtured, and academically successful.

Studies have shown that our students score high on standardized tests, have a higher rate of graduation, and become faithful stewards of the community. The close-knit, respectful, and safe atmosphere allows our students to become lifelong learners.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School was established in 1994 to meet the growing need for Catholic education for the children of

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Location

114 Lancelot Drive Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-738-3451

Email: ktekippe@stroselions.net, or lpasos@stroselions.net

Principal: Kim Tekippe

Website

www.stroselions.net

grades

Preschool through Grade 8

School hours

• Grades PreK-8: 8 a.m.-2:50 p.m. (2:00 pm on Wednesdays)

• PreK-3, & PreK-4 (4-year-olds): Full day, or Half days 8:0011:00am.

Franklin, IN. In less than 10 years, the program grew to include preschool through Grade 8. We offer a quality education for students of all faiths. Grades 5-8 benefit from the collaborative planning and teaching of our middle school teachers. Eighth-grade students finish off their year by participating in a 3-4 day trip. Grades K-8 participate in content appropriate field trips, both live and virtual. All grades also participate in retreats and service projects for the community.

All of our classes K-8 are 1:1 with Chromebooks that are used to enhance the learning experience. The use of the Chromebooks allows the students to have access to online learning sites such as IXL, Mystery Science, Reading A-Z, and many more. 3-8 classes also learn to use Google Classroom, as well as other Google sites. This is an asset to the teachers and students when an e-learning day is needed throughout the year. Classrooms also have access to overhead projectors, a few Smartboards, and three new

Promethean Boards. These allow for the classes to participate in whole group learning and to communicate and participate in outreach learning programs.

St. Rose also offers a range of extracurricular opportunities that include athletics, clubs, afterschool programs, and social activities. Our sports program includes football, kickball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and cross country for grades 3-8. Our academic activities include Brain Game, Spelling Bee, Student Council, Music Programs, and clubs including Art Club.

It is an exciting time to be a St. Rose Lion. We are enrolling students in all grades, PreK through 8th, and are excited to serve the Franklin community and the surrounding areas. To schedule a tour, please contact Laura Pasos at 317-738-3451 or lpasos@stroselions. net. Also look for us on Facebook and our website at stroselions.net.

God Bless, Kim Tekippe, principal

Tuition

PreK-3, PreK-4: $3470/half days, Full Days $6,940 Grades K-8: $6,940 per year Parishioner and multiple child discounts apply. St. Rose participates in the CHOICE SCHOLARSHIP Program! With the new updates, 98% of Indiana Families will qualify for the scholarship, which covers a majority of the tuition cost!! Private Catholic education is more affordable than ever!! Contact the school to see what financial options are available for your family.

Fees

Registration: $100 per family

Technology Fee: $100 per student

Book fee: Preschool-8th Grade, $150 per student

Meal Information

Breakfast and lunch are offered. We do participate in the free/reduced lunch program.

Before- and after-school care

Extended care is available for all registered students from PreK through Grade 8. The program runs from 7-7:50 a.m. and 2:506 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Calendar

2023

Aug. 3: First day of school

Oct. 9-13: Fall break

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving break

Dec. 20: First Day of christmas break

2024

Jan. 3: School resumes

Jan. 15: MLK, Jr. Day - no school

Feb. 19: President’s Day - no school

March 15-22: Spring break

May 21: Last day of school

Our LAdY Of THe GreenWOOd SCHOOL

MESSAgE FROM THE LEAdER

Kent Clady

Principal

Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic School is located in Greenwood and serves all of Johnson County and southside Indianapolis. Our mission is to challenge each student’s unique academic needs and model the teachings of Christ. OLG School believes in raising creative, healthy, well-rounded individuals who learn personal responsibility, problem solving and wise decision making skills. Everything we do is wrapped in prayer and centered in Gospel values. We strive to make our world a better place. Community is at the heart of who we are. Our

FOR YOUR InFORMATIOn

Administration

Principal: Kent Clady

Director of Student Advancement: Jan McManus

School secretary: Lucia Begley

Location

399 S. Meridian St.

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-881-1300

Fax: 317-885-5005

Website www.ol-g.org

School hours

Grades K-5: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Grades 6-8: 7:40 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Preschool 3’s: 8:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. (full day MWF)

Preschool 3’s: 8:30-11:15 a.m. (half day MWF)

PreK 4’s: 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. (full day daily)

PreK 4’s: 8-11:15 a.m. (half day

daily)

Extended care: 6:45-8 a.m. and 3-6 p.m.

Tuition

• Contribution Tuition

One child, Grades PreK-8: $535 monthly, $5,891 yearly

Two children, Grades PreK-8: $1024 monthly, $11,263 yearly

Three children, Grades PreK-8: $1,512monthly, $16,635 yearly

Four children, Grades PreK-8: $2,001 monthly, $22,007 yearly

Five children, Grades PreK-8: $2,489 monthly, $27,378 yearly

• Non-Contribution Tuition

One child, Grades PreK-8: $605 monthly, $6,693 yearly

Two children, Grades PreK-8: $1,217 monthly, $13,385 yearly

Three children, Grades PreK-8: $1,825 monthly, $20,078 yearly

Four children, Grades PreK-8: $2,433 monthly, $26,770 yearly

Five children, Grades PreK-8: $3,042 monthly, $33,462 yearly

students learn together, play together, and pray together.

OLG is an approved Choice Scholarship school, so our tuition is affordable for families.

You are invited to call, email, or set up a tour. We welcome the opportunity to talk with you about your child and your child’s needs.

Call the school office at 317-881-1300, email our Principal Mr. Clady at kclady@ol-g.org, or email our Director of Student Advancement, Mrs. McManus at jmcmanus@ol-g.org.

• Preschool

3-year-olds (full day MWF): $353 monthly, $3,536 yearly

3-year-olds (half day MWF): $176 monthly, $1,768 yearly

4-year-olds (half day daily): $294 monthly, $2,943 yearly

Other fees

Registration, new family (nonrefundable, due with form): $250

Registration, current family (nonrefundable, due with form): $100 Book/supply fees: PreK-8, $150; 3-year-olds, $65; 4-year-olds, $75 (half-day)

Technology fee for Grades K - 8: $15 per month

PTO Family Fee: $110

Extended Care fees: One child, $4 per hour; two children, $5.40 per hour; three children or more, $6 per hour

Uniforms

Skirts and jumpers may be ordered

online from Shaheen’s Department Store. Polo shirts are available from OLG and local retail stores. Pants and shorts are also available at local retail stores.

Meal prices

Lunch: $3.10 per day

Breakfast: $2 per day

Calendar 2023

Aug. 6: Open house and school packet pickup, 11a.m. to 1 p.m.

Aug. 4 & 7: Teacher in-service days

Aug. 8: First day of school for Grades

K-8

Aug. 11: Pre-K-4 year olds begin

Aug. 14: Preschool-3 year olds begin

Sept. 1: No school; teacher inservice day

Sept. 4: Labor Day - no school

Oct. 9-13: Fall break

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving Break, no school

Dec. 22: Christmas Break begins, dismissal at 3 p.m.

2024

Jan. 8, 2024 Classes Resume

Jan. 12: No school; teacher inservice day

Jan. 15: MLK, Jr. Day; no school/ snow makeup day

Feb. 16: No school; teacher inservice day

Feb. 19: Presidents Day; no school/ snow makeup day

March 15: Spring Break begins, dismissal at 3 p.m.

March 25: Classes resume

March 29: Good Friday, dismissal at 11:45 a.m.; lunch served

April 1: Easter Monday; no school/ snow makeup day

May 27: Memorial Day, no school

May 29: Last day, dismissal at 11:45 a.m.; lunch served

May 30: Snow makeup day or teacher inservice day

Time fOr A Tu TOr?

There is help available for students

BY BOB BROMLEY

Many parents turn to tutoring for their child struggling in school, hoping that the individualized attention will increase their understanding of a specific subject, boost confidence, or build better overall study habits. However, to be a successful tutor, it is not enough to focus solely on academics — building a relationship is just as important, says Melissa Parramore, Executive Director of Franklin Education Connection.

Franklin Education Connection’s Study Connection program pairs students with volunteer adult tutors at the elementary, intermediate or middle school level. One hour a week, the adult Study Buddy will meet with the student assigned to them. The program is free, and covers grades 2-8.

“Developing a relationship is so important,” Parramore said. “Once you’ve been able to do that, everything else tends to fall in place.”

Students are referred to the Study Connection program by teachers, guidance counselors and principals. Tutoring begins in mid-September, giving teachers time in the early portion of the school year to identify students that need tutoring and in what subject areas. Students can be in the program for a short time or for several years, depending on the level of support they need. A student remaining in the program from one year to the next is kept with the same Study Buddy whenever possible, Parramore said.

Study Buddies meet with their student weekly for one hour after school at the student’s school, with the exception of the middle school, which meets during the school day. There are also a group of students who meet with their volunteer at Otterbein SeniorLife, allowing residents there to volunteer to help students.

“This (Otterbein) has been a fantastic partnership. The students and the volunteers love it,” Parramore said.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Study Connection also had off-campus partnerships with the Franklin Police Department and NSK. Parramore said that the program hopes to re-establish these and potentially other off-campus partnerships.

The pandemic also took its toll on the number of volunteers in the program. Prior to the pandemic shutting down operations in March 2020, the program had about 100 Study Buddies. By the end of the last school year, Study Connection had built its way back up to about 75 volunteers, said Parramore.

“We could actually use well over 100 volunteers to meet the needs of all the students that need assistance,” Parramore said.

Once people volunteer, they tend to stick with it, as the program has a volunteer return rate of 82 percent, according to information from the Franklin Education Connection website. Patrick Manis is one of those returnees, having volunteered as a Study Buddy since 2015.

PHOTOS BY ADOBESTOCK

State releases required immunizations list for 2023-24

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s ACIP Immunization Schedule so parents can plan for future immunizations.

MyVaxIndiana is a user friendly concept that allows Hoosiers to directly access immunization records from any computer through the use of a personal identification number. Local health departments and healthcare providers will be the primary access point to obtain PINs. The PINs can be used by individuals to log in to a secure website and check immunization history for themselves and their children as it is recorded in the Indiana Children and Hoosiers Immunization Registry Program (CHIRP). Only registered CHIRP providers will be able to

generate PINs.

Through MyVaxIndiana, Hoosiers will have the ability to download, fax or print official proof of immunization, which can be used for school, travel or other purposes. Each record also features the

Indiana 2023-2024 Required and

Recommended School Immunizations

MyVaxIndiana was created by the ISDH through a technology grant from the Office of the National Coordinator. This new system complements CHIRP, which is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The goal is to reduce the burden and costs of office visits, give Hoosiers another tool to better manage their health care and increase childhood immunization rates.

For questions, email MyVaxIndiana@isdh.in.gov or call the Helpdesk at 1-888-227-4439

HepB: The minimum age for the 3rd dose of Hepatitis B is 24 weeks of age.

DTaP: 4 doses of DTaP/DTP/DT are acceptable if 4th dose was administered on or after child’s 4th birthday.

Polio*: 3 doses of Polio are acceptable for all grade levels if the 3rd dose was given on or after the 4th birthday and at least 6 months after the previous dose.

*For students in grades K-12, the final dose must be administered on or after the 4th birthday and be administered at least 6 months after the previous dose.

Varicella: Physician documentation of disease history, including month and year, is proof of immunity for children entering preschool through 12th grade. Parent report of disease history is not acceptable.

Tdap: There is no minimum interval from the last Td dose.

MCV4: Individuals who receive dose 1 on or after the 16th birthday only need 1 dose of MCV4.

Hepatitis A: The minimum interval between 1st and 2nd dose is 6 calendar months. 2 doses are required for all grades Pre-K through 12.

COVID-19: COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for all students five years of age and older per CDC and FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization. Review required after FDA full approval.

Indiana Department of Health Immunization Division (800) 701-0704

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“It’s different than what I expected. I think the relationship part with the kids and how close you get to them is what has surprised me,” Manis said. Manis also volunteers as a Mentor with FCHS First Scholars, another foundation initiative that pairs high school students who are working to be the first in their family to go to college with a professional in the community.

Finding common ground with a student is a good way to connect, Manis said. With one student it was a mutual love of sports. With another, Manis would bring in a “dad” joke each time to begin the session.

“You’re going to fall on the floor laughing at this one,” is the way Manis would sometimes preface his joke, and they soon became a hit, with the student sometimes bringing in his own jokes.

Another student referred to a nearby portrait of Abraham Lincoln as “that dude,” failing to recognize America’s 16th President. Manis responded by bringing in interesting information and Lincoln quotes to subsequent sessions, which the student enjoyed.

Sylvan Learning Center

Another tutoring option for Johnson County students are the county’s two Sylvan Learning Centers. The center in Franklin is located at 735 Commerce Drive, while the center in Greenwood –Sylvan Learning of South Indianapolis -- is located at 862 S. State Rd. 135, suite a. The two centers have different owners and are not affiliated.

Greg Moore, owner of the Sylvan in Franklin, is quick to point out that tutoring is just one aspect of what they have to offer.

Want to be a Study Buddy?

How long is the commitment?

Becoming a Study Buddy is a one-year commitment, but there is an 82 percent return rate for volunteers. How much time does it involve?

Volunteers meet for an initial meeting early in the school year, then with their student one hour a week from mid-September to late April. The Study Buddy and student do not meet when school is not in session (Christmas, Spring breaks, etc.)

What grade levels will I have?

Currently, the program works with second through eighth grades.

How do I apply?

There is a short application to fill out at www.franklineducationconnection.org. You can submit it electronically, or download, fill out and send to Franklin Education Connection, P.O. Box 903, Franklin IN 46131. When is the initial training session for volunteers?

Thursday, Sept. 7 from 3-4 p.m. at Northwood Elementary School

Why volunteer?

“The difference you can make in a student’s life is phenomenal, and our volunteers tell us they get as much out of it as the students.”

— Melissa Parramore, Executive Director Franklin Education Connection

According to Sylvan promotional materials, students generally fall into three categories – those trying to catch up, keep up, or get ahead.

The student trying to catch up is the one we traditionally think of when we think about tutoring, Moore said.

“With the keep-up kids, they are not behind yet, but the current material is a struggle for them,” Moore said.

“The get-ahead kid is the kid that is doing well, but

is not challenged, which can lead to problems. So, for them, finding things to do at a more advanced level is important.”

Moore, a Franklin native who also owns Sylvan Learning Centers in Bloomington, Columbus, and Seymour, said that most of the center’s referrals come from parents. When the parent of a student who is struggling in school reaches out, it is usually in response to a crisis – bad grades on a report card or frequent arguing about homework, Moore said.

He added that some parents come to Sylvan as a last resort because they think the services may be too expensive. However, in response to the pandemic and its impact on students, government grants are available to help with tutoring costs for those eligible, as well as private grants such as the Lilly Foundation, Moore said. The center also offers scholarships to some students, so Moore urged parents to look into all their options.

At full price, personalized tutoring starts at $40 an hour. There is also an academic coaching option offering tutoring and additional services which starts at $298 a month. The center also works with students on preparing for tests, such as the PSAT and SAT, offering classes and individual tutoring.

Moore estimates the center in Franklin works with about 150 students a year. The center has a director, who is the only full-time employee, and about a dozen part-time tutors. All tutors are either current or retired state-certified teachers, he said.

Student situations can vary widely, he said. For example, a student may come there just one time for help with an upcoming Calculus test, while another student may attend for 3-4 years.

“It is always our goal to work our way out of a job,” he said. “We want students to finish these programs.”

Follow these tips and save some money

BY FAMILY FEATURES

Between navigating store aisles and online sales for everything from clothes and shoes to supplies and sports equipment, back-to-school shopping can be a time-consuming — and expensive — endeavor. To help stay on budget while still getting everything you need, consider these tips from Vitaly Pecharsky, head of deals for Slickdeals, a one-of-akind online community of shoppers working together to shop smarter and save more.

Take stock of current inventory

Before you hit the stores, take inventory of items you already have at home or in the office to see what you truly need. Knowing what you already have on hand can help you avoid the temptation of stocking up on items you may not even need just because they were on sale. That 50-cent pack of crayons may be a good deal, but too many of those can add up, especially if you realize later you had the same item sitting unused in a closet or drawer at home.

Check with teachers

Don’t be afraid to email your children’s teachers before classes start to find out what supplies are absolutely necessary. Sometimes a school will put out a list, but the teachers may not require you to have all the items on the list, particularly if students may be sharing and supplies may need to be restocked later in the school year.

Tap into technology

Shopping online is a quick and easy way to compare products, services and prices, but it can be overwhelming trying to determine if you’re really getting the best option. Before making a final decision on everything from laptops to markers, visiting a site like Slickdeals can help you find the best products at the best prices. With 12 million users who vet and vote on deals from top retailers, you can feel comfortable knowing you’re getting the best value. You can also set deal alerts to be notified via email when a deal that matches your criteria gets posted.

Avoid buying equipment for extracurricular activities all at once

If your children are trying new sports, clubs or extracurricular activities for the first time, consider waiting to purchase all the necessary equipment.

Oftentimes, you may be able to borrow or buy preowned items from other parents whose kids have outgrown the equipment or no longer participate. If your children end up deciding a sport or activity isn’t for them, you’re not stuck with things that may end up collecting dust in the garage or basement.

Buy pre-owned

From uniforms and sporting equipment to clothing and more, not everything needs to be new each school year. Visiting online consignment shops can help you find big savings on like new, often brand name clothing, accessories and more.

Shop without your kids

Leaving the kids at home when shopping may help save money, according to a survey commissioned by Slickdeals and conducted by OnePoll. The study of

2,000 parents in the United States found 2 out of 3 respondents believe shopping with their kids tends to be more expensive than shopping by themselves with solo ventures costing an average of $133 compared to $179 when taking children along.

Take advantage of student discounts

If you have children in college, you may be able to use their student ID cards to your advantage to save even more money. Before making purchases on bigticket items like tablets or laptops, be sure to inquire about discounts available only for students. Some companies even offer student-only memberships for discounted services, such as shipping, video, music and more.

Find deals on supplies and gear for back-to-school season at Slickdeals.com.

Being ready for kindergarten is about far more than writing names and reciting the ABCs. It is also about building a foundation for deeper conceptual thinking, curiosity, creativity and social and emotional skills that can help children during their early school days and also in life.

For parents, this transition can be nerve-wracking and raise

for kindergarten

questions about how to best prepare their children for the next step in their educational journeys.

Dr. Lauren Starnes, senior vice president and chief academic officer at The Goddard School, and Lee Scott, chairperson of The Goddard School’s Educational Advisory Board, recommend several methods to help children prepare for kindergarten.

For more actionable parenting insights, guidance and resources — including a webinar with Scott focused on kindergarten readiness — visit GoddardSchool.com.

Incorporating Playful Experiences

1. Puzzles: Solving puzzles supports the development of skills such as concentration, self-regulation, critical thinking and spatial recognition.

2. Board games: Playing games provides a number of benefits for children, including supporting memory and critical thinking, helping them learn to take turns and count, and developing early language skills.

3. Blocks: Block building supports creativity, cognitive flexibility, planning and organization. Take some time to build with blocks using different shapes and colors.

4. Clay: Children need to develop fine motor skills beyond using devices. Few things are better for developing fine motor skills than modeling clay. Learning to sculpt with clay also builds creativity, artistic expression and strategic thinking.

5. Recycled materials: Inspire creativity by finding things around the house to build with, such as cardboard, paper, paper towel rolls and plastic bottles.

Building Strong Routines and Foundations for Learning

1. Language and literacy: Practice writing by making place cards for the dinner table. For younger children, it can be the first letter of each person’s name or fun scribbles on the card. Early scribbles are part of developing writing skills.

2. Mathematics: Count while you work. Ask your children to put away toys. As they work, you can count the toys together.

3. Science: Make yard cleanup fun. As you clean the yard, talk about the leaves and why they turn colors and fall to the ground. Pile them up and jump in.

4. Executive function: Incorporate your children in planning for the family. Help your children stay organized with a daily or weekly chart. Have your children make the chart with you. For younger children, you can use drawings or pictures instead of words.

5. Creative expression: Sing and dance while you work. Make up songs or repeat favorites as your children go through a few basic chores such as putting clothes away.

6. Social-emotional development: Build a sense of responsibility and caring for others with real or pretend pets. Take the dog for a walk, feed the cat or water the pet rock. Taking care of a pet can help children develop a sense of responsibility and empathy for others.

7. Healthy development and well-being: Daily routines help your children practice fine motor skills while doing a few chores, such as setting a table, helping you cook by mixing or stirring, putting their clothes on or brushing their teeth.

LunCH T ime

Sends kids back to school with soft, delicious sandwiches

BY FAMILY FEATURES

Back-to-school season brings change to routines and often makes each day slightly more hectic, especially for families with little ones. This year, despite the hustle and bustle, you can make quick and easy lunches for your kids (and yourself) that are both simple and better for you. These sandwich suggestions can brighten busy school days with a taste of home.

Brighten your children’s day with a fun, colorful Caterpillar

Sandwich inspired by the experts at Nature’s Own. This tasty snack calls for ham, lettuce, cheese, tomato, cucumber and fresh, soft, fluffy bread before using a cookie cutter to cut out sandwich rounds and

shape them into a creepy-crawly (yet delicious) “caterpillar.”

For an even simpler lunch you can enjoy at home, grab to go or send off with your little one to savor in the cafeteria, this Fluffernutter

Sandwich calls for just three simple ingredients. Spread peanut butter and marshmallow fluff on two slices of bread then enjoy for a flavorful break from the office or classroom.

Both lunchtime favorites are made using Nature’s Own Butterbread, baked with a simple buttery flavor to take sandwiches to new heights. Plus, it’s made with no artificial preservatives, colors or flavors; no high fructose corn syrup; and 0 grams of trans fat.

Find more inventive sandwich ideas at naturesownbread.com/ recipes.

Caterpillar Sandwich

(Pictured at right)

Total time: 25 minutes

Servings: 6

4 Nature’s Own Butterbread slices

4 ham slices

2 lettuce leaves

4 American cheese slices

1 cherry tomato

1 green onion

2 Roma tomato slices

6 cucumber slices

Toothpicks

Mayonnaise or cream cheese

Using bread, ham, lettuce and cheese, make two ham and cheese sandwiches and two lettuce and cheese sandwiches. Cut cherry tomato in half. Cut green onion into circles.

Using small biscuit or cookie cutter, punch out two rounds from each sandwich.

Arrange sandwich rounds on sides, alternating slice of cucumber and tomato between each. Use toothpick to secure.

Place halved cherry tomato on each end.

Using small amount of mayonnaise or cream cheese, “glue” green onion rounds to cherry tomato for eyes.

Fluffernutter Sandwich

(Pictured at left)

Total time: 10 minutes

Servings: 1

2 tablespoons peanut butter

2 Nature’s Own Butterbread slices

2 tablespoons marshmallow fluff

Spread peanut butter on one bread slice. Spread marshmallow fluff on second slice.

Put two bread slices together to form sandwich.

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Clark-Pleasant Early Learning Center

2111 Sheek Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-535-2069

Fax: 317-535-5530

Preschool Director: Kristin Parisi

Break-O-Day Elementary (Grades K-5) 900 Sawmill Road

New Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-7536

Fax: 317-535-0817

Principal: Laura Shipp

Assistant Principal: Andrew Holzbog School hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Clark Elementary (Grades K-5)

5764 E. Road 700N

Franklin, IN 46131

Phone: 317-535-8503

Fax: 317-535-5521

Principal: Dr. Brian Sloan

Assistant Principal: Heather Risley School hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Pleasant Crossing Elementary (Grades K-5)

3030 N. Road 125W

Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-3244

Fax: 317-535-0706

Principal: Dr. Abbie Oliver

Assistant Principal: Bethany Guilfoy School hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Whiteland Elementary (Grades K-5) 120 Center St.

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social media pages, so you can receive the latest updates to school operations and procedures, retrieve any necessary information, and learn more about the great events that are happening within the Clark-Pleasant Community Schools. If you have any questions, please call us at 317-535-7579.

The 2023-24 school year will be a renewed pursuit of excellence in Academics, Fine Arts, and Athletics!

GO WARRIORS!

Dr. Tim Edsell, Superintendent

Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-4211

Fax: 317-535-2091

Principal: Brent Schmidt

Assistant Principal: Karle Hougland School hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Grassy Creek Elementary (Grades K-5)

2111 Sheek Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-535-3980

Fax: 317-888-8774

Principal: Trina Lake

Assistant Principal: Teresa Gross

School hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Ray Crowe Elementary (Grades K-5)

1300 Ray Crowe Way

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-530-4018

Principal: Cirsten Lewis

Assistant Principal: Natalie Black School Hours: 9:05 a.m.-3:55 p.m. Dismissed at 3:25 p.m. on Wednesdays

Clark-Pleasant Middle School (Grades 6-8)

1354 E. Worthsville Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-535-7121

Fax: 317-535-2064

Principal: Tim Rinehold

Assistant Principal: Brad Arbuckle

Assistant Principal: Natasha Mikus

Athletic Director: Taylor Treesh

School hours: 7:40 a.m.-2:40 p.m. Dismissed at 2:10 p.m. on Wednesdays

Whiteland Community High School (Grades 9-12)

300 Main St.

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Meal prices

Breakfast $1.75

Lunch (Grades K-5) $2.90

Lunch (Grades 6-12) $3

Before-and after-school care

Cub Care is the before- and after-school child care program for grades K-6 provided by the Boys and Girls Club of Franklin. K-4 and CBIS. Before school care begins at 6 a.m. and after school care begins after school until 6 p.m.

Registration and program fees will be posted on the FCS website.

Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-7562

Fax: 317-535-7509

Interim Principal: Duke Lines

Assistant Principal: Brent Holman

Athletic Director: Dave Edens

School hours: 7:35 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Dismissed at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesdays

Clark Pleasant Academy

129 N. U.S. 31

Whiteland, IN 46184

Phone: 317-535-3240

Fax: 317-535-0189

Director: Lesleigh Groce

School Hours: 7:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Dismissed at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Website

www.cpcsc.k12.in.us

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

Before & After School child care

Provided by Honey Grove Educational Center

Hallie Brummett - Billing and Enrollment

Hallie@HoneyGroveEducation.com 317-887-5500

Meal prices:

Breakfast: K-12, $1.75; reduced price 30 cents; adults, $2.50

Lunch, Grades K-5: $2.55; reduced price 40 cents; adults, $4.60

Lunch, Grades 6-12: $2.65; reduced price, 40

School board

Becky Nelson, president

Andy Lamm, vice president

Jake Sappenfield, secretary

Kristi Ott, member

Bryan Wertz, member

Calendar 2023

July 26-27, 31: Teacher training, work days

Aug. 2: Students first day

Sept. 4: Labor Day, no school

Oct. 6: End of grading period

Oct. 9-13: Fall break, no school

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving break, no school

Dec. 15, 18, 19: Semester final exams

Dec. 19: Winter break begins at end of school day

cents; adults, $4.60

Families may apply for meal assistance. Eligibility is based on household size and gross income. Applications will be available online July 17, 2023. Only one application is needed per household. For additional information regarding our program or to apply online, please refer to our website www.cpcsc.k12. in.us and click on “Lunch Menu” choose your child’s building and tab down to “School Links - Free & Reduced Lunch Application.”

Board of School Trustees

Dave Thompson, Kent Beeson, Kimberly Crawford, Linda Polesel, Butch Zike

Calendar 2023

July 24 & 25: Staff days

July 26: First day of school

Aug 30: E-Learning Day

Sept. 4: Labor Day

Sept. 13: Parent/Teacher Conferences - No School

Oct. 9-20: Fall break (2 weeks)

Oct. 23: Classes resume

Nov. 1: E-Learning Day

Nov. 22-24: Thanksgiving break

Dec: 19: End first semester

Dec. 20: Winter break begins

2024

Jan. 3: Staff Professional Development Day

Jan. 4: School resumes, second semester begins

Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Day, no school

Feb. 19: Presidents Day, no school

March 25-April 5: Spring break

May 24: Last student day

May 27: Memorial Day

May 28: Teacher Work day

June 1: WCHS graduation

2024

Jan. 3: Teacher work day, no school

Jan. 4: First day of second semester

Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Day, no school

Feb. 19: Presidents Day, no school

Feb. 20: No school; snow make-up day, if needed

March 8: End of grading period

March 21: Spring break begins at end of school day

April 1: School resumes, virtual school day

April 8: Solar eclipse, no school

April 26: E-learning day

May 17, 20, 21: Final exams

May 21: Last day of school

May 22: Records day

May 22-24: Snow make-up days, if needed

May 25: High school graduation

May 27: Memorial Day

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GHS will begin offering the Indiana College Core for students to earn. This program completes the first year of college credit for any student completing it. Our teachers have spent the summer learning and growing, too. They have spent time in professional development activities covering areas from math to PLC’s. We are excited to start the new school year! My personal goal will always be to make Greenwood a great place for everyone to learn and grow.

The enrollment here in Greenwood is expected to be near 3,900 students. We welcome everyone to our schools including those from outside our regular boundaries. Many of our students choose to attend our schools based on our size, location, and outstanding opportunities both in academics and extracurricular activities. Greenwood is able to give each one of our students the individual attention they deserve to reach their full

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Technology assistance

For assistance with accessing accounts such as Skyward, Digital eLibrary, and student email, contact the CGCSC Technology Help Desk by creating a ticket using incident IQ.

Board of School Trustees

Scott Alexander, President

Amy Counts, Vice President

Rob Daniels, Secretary Gary Robinson, Member Jack Russell, Member

Calendar

2023

Aug. 1-2: Professional Development - no students

Aug. 3: First Student Day (all schools)

Sept. 4: Labor Day – no school

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weeks for winter break and spring break. Please note that Jan. 15 (MLK Day) and Feb. 19 (Presidents’ Day) are snow make-up days, if necessary for inclement weather. Advance notice will be provided in a timely manner.

potential. Our goal is to prepare our students so they are ready to be successful when they graduate.

Our district is supported in many ways. One example is the Greenwood Education Foundation. This wonderful organization continues to grow each year. They have a focus on supporting student achievement through teacher grants, scholarships, and GEF Cares.

On behalf of the Greenwood Community School Corporation Board of Education and all of the faculty and staff, I wish to thank everyone for their support. We value the time we have impacting the next generation of Greenwood’s finest students, and we need your help. Volunteering in our schools is a great way to help us succeed in our mission.

Thank you to our community for sharing this responsibility and being the school district’s partner in education. We look forward to a great 2023-24 school year.

Greenwood is a great place to learn and grow!

Dr. Terry Terhune Superintendent

Oct. 4: End of first grading period

Oct. 9: Fall break begins

Oct. 16: Classes resume (all schools)

Nov. 20: Thanksgiving break begins

Nov. 27: Classes Resume (all schools)

Dec. 19: End of second grading period, end of first semester

Dec. 20: Winter break begins

2024

Jan. 2-3: Professional Development - no students

Jan. 4: Classes resume (all schools)

Jan. 15: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, no school

Feb. 19: Presidents Day, no school

March 8: End of third grading period

March 25: Spring break begins

April 8:Classes Resume (all schools)

May 24: Last Day for Students, end of the fourth grading period, end of second semester

May 27: Memorial Day - no school

May 28: Half day for teachers (morning/afternoon)

June 2: CGHS graduation ceremony

The Early Release Wednesday schedule will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 9. Registration is online and help is available at each school office beginning on Wednesday, July 19. Additionally, the Back to School section on the website will provide support and answers to frequently asked questions. The school website,

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Fax: 317-889-4115

Principal: Julie Young

Northeast Elementary School

99 Crestview Drive

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-889-4080

Fax: 317-889-4087

Principal: Amy Sander

Southwest Elementary School

619 W. Smith Valley Road

Greenwood, IN 46142

Phone: 317-889-4090

Fax: 317-889-4111

Principal: Beth Henry

Westwood Elementary School

899 Honey Creek Road

Greenwood, IN 46143

Phone: 317-859-4200

Fax: 317-859-4209

Principal: David Ennis

Website

www.gws.k12.in.us

Book Fees

Public schools no longer charge textbook fees per a law passed in the 2023 Indiana General Assembly.

Hours

High school: 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Middle school: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Isom Central: 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. (Full-day kindergarten)

Northeast: 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. (Full-day kindergarten)

Southwest: 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. (Full-day kindergarten)

Westwood: 8:45 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. (Full-day kindergarten)

All schools dismiss 30 minutes early on Wednesdays.

Meal prices

Elementary: Lunch, $2.45; adult, $3.50; breakfast, $1.45; milk, 50 cents.

Middle and high school: Lunch, $2.65; adult, $3.70; breakfast, $1.45; milk, 50 cents.

www.indiancreekschools.com, and social media pages will provide the latest updates and reminders for the 2023-2024 school year.

We look forward to collaborating with you during the upcoming school year to help all of our students grow and achieve their goals. To our families and community, thank you for your

Free and reduced lunch applications are available at http://www.gws.k12.in.us/lunch.

Before- and after-school care

The YMCA offers child care from 7 a.m. until the start of school and after school until 6 p.m.

Board of school trustees

Mike Metzger, president

Chris Zaborowsky, vice president

Deanna Burton, secretary

Jack Napier, member

Chad Shaffer, member

The board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the administration building.

Registration

You must have a parent PowerSchool account in order to register your student for the school year. To set up your account, you will need the access ID and access password for each of your children. If you do not have this information, contact your child’s school.

To set up your PowerSchool Parent Account, go to https://PowerSchool.gws.k12.in.us and click the Create Account tab. Note: You have to access your account through the website, not the app, for registration.

Calendar 2023

Jul 31: Teacher work day

Aug. 1: Students’ first day

Sept. 4: Labor Day, no school

Oct. 6: End of first grading period

Oct. 9-13: Fall break, no school

Nov. 20-24: Thanksgiving break, no school

Dec. 20: End of first semester; end of second grading period

Dec. 21-Jan. 1: Winter break

2023

Jan. 2: Teacher work day

Jan. 3: Students’ first day of second semester

Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Day, no school (snow makeup day if needed)

Feb. 19: Presidents Day, no school (snow makeup day if needed)

March 8: End of third grading period

March 18-March 29: Spring break

Apr 8: School not in session, make-up day if needed

May 23: Last student day

May 24: Teacher work day, no school (snow makeup day if needed)

May 24: High school graduation

partnership in encouraging strong attendance and hard work, which leads to great student achievement and success. Wishing you all the best in the 2023-2024 school year!

GO BRAVES!

Andrea Perry Assistant Superintendent

TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

„ The Class of 2023 earned over $38 million in college scholarships.

„ The Class of 2023 completed 46,550 hours of community service during their four years at Roncalli, which averages over 181 hours per senior.

„ In the past 30 years, Roncalli students have collected more than 2.2 million canned food items for those in need of assistance.

„ Roncalli offers 22 Advanced Placement and 20 Dual Credit courses with eligibility for college credit.

„ Roncalli is the home to 18 Indiana Academic All Stars since the program’s inception in 1987.

„ Over 130 students participate in our comprehensive special needs programs, including the STARS resource program and Life Academy that address the needs of students with a wide variety of disabilities.

Take a closer look. Open House, November 2, 2023 from 6:00 PM–8:00 PM.

RONCALLI.ORG

Bryce Lowery R’23 152-pound IHSAA Indiana State Wrestling Champion

Royal Rhapsody Show Choir 5x Grand Champions & 1st Runner-up in Indiana State Small School Finals

Roncalli Volleyball Team 2023 State Champions (Indiana Boys Volleyball Coaches Association)