Southside Back to School 2015

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Center Grove l Clark-Pleasant l Edinburgh l Franklin l Greenwood l Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson l Central Nine Career Center l Roncalli l Our Lady of the Greenwood l St. Rose of the Lima ... and more l

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Contents Center Grove............................................... 4 Clark-Pleasant............................................. 5 Edinburgh................................................... 6 Franklin..................................................... 7 Greenwood.................................................. 8 On the Cover

Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson.................................. 9

Simon Wang plays a math game in Kim King’s first-grade classroom at Center Grove Elementary School last school year.

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Central Nine Career Center. ............................ 10

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Roncalli High School..................................... 11

Publisher: Chuck Wells Southside Back to School editor: Paul Hoffman

Suburban Christian School.............................. 12

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Greenwood Christian Academy........................... 13 St. Rose of Lima.......................................... 14 Our Lady of the Greenwood. ............................ 15 Saints Francis & Clare Catholic School............... 16 Greenwood Christian School............................ 17

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Center Grove Community Schools

Clark-Pleasant Community Schools

Message from the Leader — Superintendent Richard Arkanoff

Message from the Leader — Superintendent Patrick Spray

n behalf of the Center Grove Board of School Trustees, administration, faculty and support staff, we would like to welcome everyone back to school on Aug. 4, 2015!

Center Grove’s Board of School Trustees ARKANOFF approved in May a revised vision for our school corporation. It states “All students receive an exceptional educational experience.” Center Grove is one of the best school corporations in the state, ranking in the top 13 percent, but we want to do even better for our students. We want all students to have that “exceptional educational

experience.” We will provide them with that experience by focusing not just on what they’re learning, but also where they’re learning, and how they’re learning.

In March, Center Grove began an in-depth evaluation of the curriculum structure throughout the corporation. The continued work of a large team of teachers and administrators will result in a new structure that will allow teachers to focus less time on what to teach and more time on how to teach. This fall, we will launch an improved support system for teachers that will provide them with differentiated professional learning through instructional and academic coaching. These are exciting changes that we anticipate will have a significant impact on improving student learning.

Center Grove’s Mobile Minds 1:1 iPad program will be expanded this year to include students in Grades 6 and 7. Last year, we added students in Grade 8 to the Mobile Minds 1:1 program.

Center Grove High School is in its third year of the program. Giving each student his or her own device allows us to deploy a studentcentered and personalized instructional approach to learning.

We are working to align the learning environments and safety of all Center Grove schools to the same high standards through our $42 million Safety, Security, and Stewardship construction project.

Work is at a mid-point at Center Grove High School and nearing completion at Center Grove Elementary and North Grove Elementary. In January, we plan to open a STEM (Science,

Technology, Engineering, and Math) Lab on the main campus (near Center Grove H.S.), which will serve as a resource for students in Grades K-12. We are also researching construction of a new student activity center to support our student-athletes, dance teams, color guard, robotics, and various other clubs and groups.

In the last year, we renovated the old transportation building to create a new Technology Center.

This change allowed us to bring all of our Technology staff together for the first time, which improves efficiency and frees up three classrooms at Center Grove High School. We also opened the Bright Beginnings Early Learning Center, a preschool and child care center for our staff members. We are proud of our investments to

attract and retain the best possible staff. These efforts were recognized in April when Center Grove was named a Top Workplace in Central Indiana by the Indianapolis Star and Workplace Dynamics for the third consecutive year.

Center Grove Elementary will have a new leader this school year. Mrs. Shannon Carroll-Frey will replace retiring Principal Bruce Haddix. Mrs. Carroll-Frey comes to Center Grove from Arlington Heights Elementary in Monroe County. She has a true passion for children and we are confident she will be a strong and collaborative addition to our administrative team.

We are looking forward to another year of exceptional educational experiences for our Center Grove students. Welcome back!

FYI Administration Superintendent: Dr. Richard Arkanoff Assistant Superintendent: Dr. William Long Assistant Superintendent: Sally Hacker Chief Financial Officer: Dr. Paul Gabriel Chief Technology Officer: Jason Taylor Director of Teaching and Learning: Dr. Jack Parker Director of Special Services: Kathleen Stricker Coordinator of Connected Learning: Kimberly Hendrick Health Services Coordinator: Carla Slauter, RN, BSN

Director of Communications: Stacy Conrad Director of Food and Nutrition Services: Shannon Maples Director of Operations (Maintenance & Transportation): Roderick Pederson Director of Security: Ray Jackson

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 Phone: 317-881-0581 Fax: 317-885-4509 Principal: Douglas Bird Assistant principals: William Betts, Trisha Ferguson and Sandra Hillman Deans of students: Jacob Short and Tracy McMahen • Center Grove Middle School Central 4900 W. Stones Crossing Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-882-9391 Fax: 317-885-4523 Principal: Craig Smith Assistant principal: Julie Lawson

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lark-Pleasant Families: The ClarkPleasant leadership team and staff are looking forward to an exciting and successful beginning to the 2015-2016 school year.

Each year brings new opportunities to learn and SPRAY grow for our students as well as the teachers in the

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high school and we must change and adjust to the current work and college environment they will be entering in a few short years.

This is one reason why we continue to connect with our business and industry partners to develop curriculum and experiences that reflect current trends. In the classroom, technology continues to play a larger role to expand the classroom walls for students to communicate, think

creatively, collaborate and critically analyze solutions to complex problems. These are the skills we have found to be necessary for success.

Parental and community involvement is highly valued and necessary to attain the level of excellence we expect of our schools. Please take advantage of the many opportunities, or make your own opportunities, to become even more involved in the success of every Warrior!

FYI Administration Superintendent: Dr. Patrick Spray Assistant Superintendent: John Schilawski Director of Business: James Staley Director of Curriculum and Instruction: Dr. Cameron Rains Curriculum and Instruction Administrator: Shelley Gies Director of Special Services: Cindy Conner Assistant Director of Special Services: Julie Wolfe Director of Food Service: Kim Combs Director of Transportation: Bob Downin

Buildings Dean of students: Eric Long • Center Grove Middle School North 202 N. Morgantown Road Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-885-8800 Fax: 317-885-3388 Principal: Scott Johnson Assistant principal: Matthew Taylor Dean of students: Amanda Trimble • Center Grove Elementary 2455 S. Morgantown Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-881-1720 Fax: 317-885-4535

classroom. At Clark-Pleasant, we value the hard work and dedication of our teachers who are responsible for the progress of every student. Because of their hard work, each school was recognized as an “A” school this past school year by the Indiana Department of Education and, once again, Clark-Pleasant Middle School was recognized as a Four Star School.

The world is very different for the students graduating each year from our

• Clark-Pleasant Education and Community Center 50 Center St. Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-7579 Fax: 317-535-4931 • Break-O-Day Elementary (Grades 2-4) 900 Sawmill Road New Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-7536 Fax: 317-535-0817 Trina Lake, principal Jarrod Burns, assistant principal School hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m. Dismissed at 3:10 p.m. on Wednesdays • Clark Elementary (Grades K-4) 5764 E. 700 North Franklin, IN 46131 317-535-8503 Fax: 317-535-5521 Principal TBD Laura Shipp, assistant to the principal School hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m. Dismissed at 3:10 p.m. on Wednesdays • Pleasant Crossing Elementary (Grades K-4) 3030 N. 125 West Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-3244 Fax: 317-535-0706 Terry Magnuson, principal Bethany Guilfoy, assistant principal School hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m. Dismissed at 3:10 p.m. on Wednesdays • Sawmill Woods Elementary (Grades K-1) 700 Sawmill Road New Whiteland, IN 46184

317-535-2069 Fax: 317-535-5530 Jenni Baker, principal School hours: 9:20 a.m.-3:50 p.m. Dismissed at 3:20 p.m. on Wednesdays • Whiteland Elementary (Grades K-4) 120 Center St. Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-4211 Fax: 317-535-2091 Cirsten Lewis, principal School hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:40 p.m. Dismissed at 3:10 p.m. on Wednesdays • Clark-Pleasant Intermediate School (Grades 5-6) 2111 Sheek Road Greenwood, IN 46143 317-535-3980 Fax: 317-888-8774 Jake Holder, dean of students Kurt Saugstad, principal Erin Tilley, assistant principal School hours: 7:35 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dismissed at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays • Clark-Pleasant Middle School (Grades 7-8) 1354 E. Worthsville Road Greenwood, IN 46143 317-535-7121 Fax: 317-535-2064 Tim Rinehold, principal Brad Arbuckle, assistant principal School hours: 7:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Dismissed at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesdays • Whiteland Community High School (Grades 9-12) 300 Main St. Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-7562 Fax: 317-535-7509 Tom Zobel, principal Luke Skobel, assistant principal Brent Holman, assistant principal School hours: 7:40 a.m.-2:50 p.m. Dismissed at 2:20 p.m. on Wednesdays • Whiteland Community High School 9th Grade Center (WCHS 9) 222 Tracy St. Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-3855 Tom Zobel, principal Luke Skobel, assistant principal

Brent Holman, assistant principal School hours: 7:40 a.m.-2:50 p.m. Dismissed at 2:20 p.m. on Wednesdays • Clark Pleasant Academy 129 N. U.S. 31 Whiteland, IN 46184 317-535-3240 Fax: 317-535-0189 Tom Zobel, principal Luke Skobel, assistant principal Brent Holman, assistant principal School hours: 7:40 a.m.-2:50 p.m. Dismissed at 2:20 p.m. on Wednesdays Note: If there is a two-hour morning delay on any Wednesday, schools will not have an early dismissal.

Book rental Book rental charges are due and payable before the first day of school. Because of the difference in cost of materials at each level, each grade will have a specific charge.

Kindergarten: $114.60 Grade 1: $141.73 Grade 2: $144.83 Grade 3: $130.12 Grade 4: $131.68 Grade 5: $125.42 Grade 6: $125.22 Grade 6 with band or choir: $133.47 Grade 6 Above Grade Level Language Arts: $124.85 Grade 6 Above Grade Level Language Arts with band or choir: $133.10 Grade 7: $142.38 Grade 7 with band or choir: $152.38 Grade 8: $156.47 Grade 8 with band or choir: $166.47 Grades 9-12: Charges are variable depending on classes.

Meal prices Breakfast: All grades, $1.40; reduced price 30 cents; adults, $2 Lunch: Grades K-4, $2.35; reduced price 40 cents; adults, $3 Lunch: Grades 5-12, $2.45; reduced price, 40 cents; adults, $3 Families may apply for meal and/or textbook rental assistance after July 6. Eligibility is based on household size and gross income. Applications will be sent home the first day of school with students in Grades K-6. Applications will also be

available in the school office and online. Only one application is needed per household. For additional information regarding our program or to apply online, please refer to our web site www. cpcsc.k12.in.us and click on school meals.

Before- and after-school child care We are anticipating a before- and after-school child care program for students attending BreakO-Day Elementary, Clark Elementary, Pleasant Crossing Elementary, Sawmill Woods Elementary, Whiteland Elementary and Clark-Pleasant Intermediate School provided by Baxter YMCA. For more information about this program, please contact Baxter YMCA at 317-881-9347.

Board of school trustees A. Beatrice Dunn E. Curtis Harris Gary Robards John Venter Butch Zike

Web Site www.cpcsc.k12.in.us

Calendar 2015 July 27: First staff day July 28: Staff day, no students July 29: Students begin first semester Sept. 7: Labor Day recess Oct. 7: Parent/teacher conferences Oct. 12-23: Fall recess Oct. 26: Classes resume Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving recess Dec. 18: End first semester Dec. 21-Jan.1: Winter break 2016 Jan. 4: Classes Resume Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day recess; snow make-up day if needed Feb. 12: Staff professional development Feb. 15: Presidents Day recess, snow make-up day if needed March 21-April 1: Spring break April 4: Classes resume May 13: Flex day May 27: Flex day May 30: Memorial Day recess June 1: Last day for students June 2: Staff day, no students June 4: WCHS graduation

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The task we have ahead of us as a school corporation and community is how to continue to improve. We will work together at Edinburgh Community School Corporation toward: • Making schools drug free • Being fiscally responsible • Improving all facilities • Evaluating program opportunities for our students • Increasing pathways to colleges and careers • Recruiting and preparing quality teachers • Accountability through self-evaluation and state mandates

• Improving student attendance • Improving school/home communication We express to our schools and community a sincere “thank you” for all your support in being able to provide an extensive array of academic offerings and improving our facilities.

Mission statement “Developing pride through excellence” Recognizing the diversity of students’ needs and interests, the curriculum and activity programs shall be varied to meet individual needs so that students may acquire the skills necessary to make a living, find satisfactory leisure time

activities, develop self-esteem, gain the respect of others and develop the desire to contribute to our representative society. The programs shall be revised as necessary to assist the students to adjust to life in an ever-changing world, teaching them how to think and act in real life situations, encouraging them to develop worthwhile attitudes and ideals and allowing them to appreciate the acquisition of useful knowledge, habits and skills.

Remember, our continual task is to be sure that all students have the opportunity for a quality education. May you have a very pleasant and successful school year.

FYI Administration Superintendent of Schools: Dr. William A. Glentzer, wglentzer@ecsc.k12.in.us Business manager: Tammy Lewis Deputy treasurer: Carrie Brown Director of facilities and maintenance, transportation: Evan Hoskins Custodial supervisor: Carol Swanson Athletic director: David Walden

Buildings • Administration Office 202 S. Keeley St. Edinburgh, IN 46124 Phone: 812-526-2681 Fax: 812-526-0271 • 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 • Edinburgh Community Middle School 300 S. Keeley St. Edinburgh, IN 46124

Phone: 812-526-3418 Fax: 812-526-3439 Principal: Jon Price Jprice@ecsc.k12.in.us • East Side Elementary School 810 E. Main Cross St. Edinburgh, IN 46124 Phone: 812-526-9771 Fax: 812-526-3433 Principal: Andrew Scholl ascholl@ecsc.k12.in.us

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.

Book rental Kindergarten: $93 First grade: $101 Second grade: $107 Third grade: $117 Fourth grade: $105 Fifth grade: $113 Essential Skills: $100 Sixth grade to 12th grade: book rental is based

on classes taken.

(A $35 deposit for book fees is required at registration.)

Meal prices • Elementary: Breakfast: $1.45; reduced 30 cents Lunch: $2.60; reduced 40 cents • Middle/High School: Breakfast: $1.50; reduced 30 cents Lunch: $2:70; reduced 40 cents

After-school care After-school program is offered through Edinburgh Parks and Recreation.

Information: 812-526-3535

Registration/open house • East Side Elementary will conduct registration noon to 6 p.m. July 23. Parents who completed the pre-registration packet in May are asked to stop in on any of these dates to pay book rental, deposit lunch money, etc.

• Edinburgh Community Middle/High School will conduct registration noon to 6 p.m. July 23.

• Orientation for sixth-graders and middle school students new to the corporation is set for 6:30 p.m. July 23. Orientation for ninth-graders and high school students new to the corporation is set for 7:30 p.m. July 23.

• Open house is July 29: Middle/high school, 5-6 p.m., elementary, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Board of school trustees Cathy Hamm, president Justin Lollar, vice president Alice Taulman, secretary

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

Website www.ecsc.k12.in.us

Calendar 2015 July 29: Middle/high school open house, 5-6 p.m., elementary open house, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

July 29-30: Teacher professional development/ orientation July 31: First student day Sept. 7: Labor Day Oct. 2: End of first nine weeks.

Oct. 5-16: Fall break Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 18: End of first semester 2016 Jan. 4: Teacher records day, half day Jan. 5: Second semester begins Feb. 15: President’s Day (snow make-up day if needed) March 11: End of third nine weeks March 14-18: Spring break (snow make-up days if needed) March 21-25: Spring break, protected days March 28: Students resume classes May 27: Last student day May 30: Memorial Day May 31: Teacher Records day June 4: Graduation

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Franklin Community Schools

Message from the Leader — Superintendent William A. Glentzer

he Board of School Trustees of Edinburgh Community School Corporation and administration would like to welcome all of our students, parents and community members to another school year. We look forward to striving to meet the needs of all our students.

Our continual goal will GLENTZER be to provide effective educational programs for all our students while being fiscally responsible.

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Message from the Leader Superintendent David Clendening

reetings Franklin Community Schools’ families and friends.

The 2015-2016 school year is just around the corner, and we are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead! We are entering into the second phase of our strategic plan that is being used as a blueprint for our continued growth toward “great.” The desire to provide a wide variety of CLENDENING experiences, learning endeavors and opportunities continues to remain a focus area.

The 2012-2019 Strategic Plan is three years old, and we are clearly seeing the fruits of our labor. This past year, FCS earned the highest grades in our district’s history.

We had six A’s, one B, and one C. I am confident we will continue to see indicators of success in the coming year.

A few other indicators of success for our district include the strong partnerships that continue to augment the learning environment.

This year, FCS and Johnson Memorial Health entered into a five-year partnership.

This partnership will provide continued quality services in each school’s health clinic, as well as athletic training services for our student athletes.

The Franklin Redevelopment Commission’s investment in our district has seen early rewards.

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Superintendent: Dr. David Clendening Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction: Deb Brown-Nally Executive Director of Finance: Jeffrey Mercer Director of Technology: Matt Sprout Director of Facilities: Bill Doty

This past year, we hosted a Google for Education conference with more than 500 people in attendance. The success of this event created an opportunity for FCS to Buildings host a second conference in April 2016.

• Franklin Community School Corporation Did you know FCS was named the 998 Grizzly Cub Drive Indiana Technology Team of the Year?

Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-738-5800 This honor was awarded to us by the Fax: 317-738-5812 Indiana CTO Council. FCS successes • Franklin Community High School within the technology field are one 2600 Cumberland Drive indicator of our commitment to providing Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-346-8100 our students with the very best learning Fax: 317-738-5703 environment.

Principal: Leah Wooldridge Speaking of learning environments, Ball Assistant principals: Scott Martin, Laura Mattox Athletic director: John Regas State University facilitated an evaluation of • Franklin Community Middle School our High Ability program, and the 625 Grizzly Cub Drive successes of the program were highlighted Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-346-8400 throughout the document. From the increase Fax: 317-346-8411 in teachers with High Ability licensure (11 Principal: Steve Ahaus teachers) to the articulated curricula in Assistant principal: Rita Holman English, math and developmental guidance, FCS is a leader in Indiana in this domain.

The beginning of any year is exciting.

Our faculty and staff, administrators and FCS school board are ready to launch into 2015-2016 and make it a great year. Our academic endeavors, partnerships and exposure to a wide variety of activities will anchor our successes in the year ahead.

Please accept this letter as an open invitation to come and explore the FCS experience first-hand. Make time to come out and visit one of our schools, activities and/or events. FCS is a district filled with many opportunities!

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Dean of students: Walt Raines • Custer Baker Intermediate School 101 W. State Road 44 Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-346-8600 Fax: 317-346-8611 Principal: Dave Beck Assistant principal: Cindy Mappes • Creekside Elementary School 700 E. State Road 44 Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-346-8800 Fax: 317-738-5767 Principal: Dr. Mark Heiden • Needham Elementary School 1399 Upper Shelbyville Road Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-738-5780 Fax: 317-738-5787 Principal: Dr. Kent Pettet • Northwood Elementary School 965 Grizzly Cub Drive Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-346-8900 Fax: 317-738-5757 Principal: Katie Smith

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Greenwood Community Schools

Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson United Schools

Message from the Leader — Superintendent Kent DeKoninck

Message from the Leader — Superintendent Tim Edsell

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t is once again time for the start of school! On behalf of the Greenwood Community School Corporation board of education, I would like to welcome students, parents, administrators, and supporters back for the 2015-16 school year. With our modified balanced calendar, our summer was just a bit shorter this year!

I want to first mention the DeKONINCK members of our board of education. Our success as a school district starts with this governing body. Members of our Board of Education are Joe Farley,

president; Jack Napier, vice president; Steve Moan, secretary; Nick Schwab, member; and Mike Metzger, member.

As your superintendent, I continue to be humbled, honored, excited and appreciative of the opportunity to serve the Greenwood community. The key word in the Greenwood Community School Corporation is “community.” It takes a community to help educate students.

Everyone, whether you are a parent, staff member, business leader or a resident with no children in our school system, has a responsibility to our young people.

We are excited about the number of items occurring in the district this coming year.

Namely, we have a number of facilities improvement projects currently in the design phase.

Those include a new middle school to open during the 2017-18 school year, an activities complex at the high school, renovations to the high school pool, air conditioning and other upgrades to the high school gyms, and HVAC upgrades to Northeast Elementary. We are thankful to all of the Greenwood community stakeholders for allowing us to undertake this important endeavor. Best of all, we are able to do this without raising the debt rate.

We continue to be designated as an “A”

district by the Indiana Department of Education. We are proud of this designation, and our pledge to you is to continue doing everything we can to make our district even better.

Thank you for being a part of the Greenwood Community School Corporation. Please know that we don’t take you for granted. We are a service organization, and we take our service responsibility to our students seriously.

Please help us to carry out this mission by volunteering your time and talents to better serve our students. Here’s to a great 201516 school year!

Superintendent: Kent DeKoninck, Ph.D. Assistant Superintendent: Todd Pritchett, Ed.S. Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment: Lisa Harkness Director of Student Services: Vicki Noblitt

Director of Operations: Mike Hildebrand Director of IT: Rebecca Rinehart

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: Todd Garrison • Greenwood Middle School

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mission is the following statement: “Where Excellence in Education is an Expectation.”

School will start this year on Tuesday, Aug. 4. We will continue with our modified balanced calendar, with one week of fall break and two weeks each during winter and spring breaks.

At Indian Creek Schools, we will make sure that every student has a safe, secure, fun and positive learning environment and a supportive atmosphere for faculty and staff.

We will seek to challenge and help all of our students soar to new heights, harness the power of learning and be the best they

can be.

We, as public school educators, are in the business of instruction with our passion and energy directed toward student learning. We will strive to serve our school leaders, teachers, students, families and community patrons, as we will continue to work at becoming one of the best school corporations in Indiana!

The 2015-16 school year will be full of great expectations and excellent results! GO BRAVES!

Indian Creek Elementary

year offering full-day kindergarten.

Through state assistance, parents will not be charged any tuition fee. Our kindergarten through second-grade students will be using iPads in the classroom. Each class will have a set of approximately 15 iPads, in addition to the use of computer hand-held slates. Every classroom is equipped with a large screen projector to assist with displaying information on the hand-held slates or iPads.

Each grade level focuses on meeting the (SEE EDSELL, PAGE 11)

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elcome to Nineveh-HensleyJackson United School Corporation! As the superintendent of NHJUSC, I would like to extend an exciting and heartfelt “welcome back to school” to all of our students, parents and staff!

The 2015-16 school year will be another opportunity EDSELL to prepare our students as learners who are ready, willing and able to function and serve in our 21st century. Our

Superintendent: Dr. Tim Edsell Director of Learning & Instruction: Andy Cline Business Manager/Corporation Treasurer: Debbie Carter Deputy Treasurer/Human Resources & Payroll: Terri Ellington Director of Facilities: Rudy Loewen Transportation Director: Jim Singleton Maintenance & Transportation Coordinator: Donna Richards Director of Food Services: Carol Schaaf Special Education Coordinator: Gloria Crowell Corporation Nurse: Susie Baker, R.N.

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: TBD Associate principal: TBD • Indian Creek Middle School 801 W. Indian Creek Drive Trafalgar, IN 46181 Phone: 317-878-2130 Principal: Sean Zachery Assistant principal: Kim Davis • Indian Creek Intermediate School 1000 S. Indian Creek Drive Trafalgar, IN 46181 Phone: 317-878-2160 Principal: Andrea Perry • Indian Creek Elementary 200 W. Pearl St. Trafalgar, IN 46181 Phone: 317-878-2150 Principal: Keith Grant • Indian Creek Learning Center 800 S. Indian Creek Drive Trafalgar, IN 46181 Phone: 317-878-2100

Director: Adam Blackburn

Book rental/fees Full-day kindergarten: $49.47 First grade: $133.93 Second grade: $132.27 Third grade: $145.15 Fourth grade: $145.65 Fifth grade: $145.65 Middle school and high school: Based on student’s schedule

Meal prices ICES and ICIS: Lunch, $2.45; breakfast, $1.40 ICMS: Lunch, $2.50; breakfast, $1.45 ICHS: Lunch, $2.55; breakfast, $1.45 Adults and guests: Lunch, $3.10; breakfast, $2.25 Free and reduced meal applications are available on the NHJ website, at registration on July 23 or at any school office.

Before-school care Before-school care for Grades K-6 is held at Indian Creek Intermediate School, 6:45-7:45 a.m.

Program includes homework assistance, games, outside play and arts/crafts.

Costs: $100 monthly for Monday through Friday or $72 monthly for one to three days a week. A $10 fee will be accessed for each two-hour delay.

The registration fee is $30 for one student or $45 for families who reside in the same household.

Discounts for additional siblings. Transportation from ICIS to ICES will be provided via NHJ bus route.

Registration packets can be found on the school’s website, www.indiancreekschools.com, click on Resources, and then the Brave Builder’s icon or contact Christie Carrico, 317-534-7569, ccarrico@nhj.k12.in.us (10 full-time students are needed to host program.)

After-school care After-school care for Grades K-6 is held at Indian Creek Intermediate School, 2:55-6 p.m.

Program includes early release programming, homework assistance, snack, organized games, outside play and arts/crafts.

Costs: $216 monthly for Monday through Friday or $129.60 monthly for one to three days a week.

The registration fee is $30 for one student or $45 for families who reside in the same household.

Discounts for additional siblings. Transportation from ICES to ICIS will be provided via NHJ bus route.

Registration packets can be found on the school’s website, www.indiancreekschools.com, click on Resources, and then the Brave Builder’s icon or contact Christie Carrico, 317-534-7569, ccarrico@nhj.k12.in.us. (20 full-time students are needed to host the program)

Pre-kindergarten program The pre-kindergarten program is offered to children who are 4 years old by Aug. 1 and reside in the NHJ school district. Hours are 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday in conjunction with the NHJ school calendar. The curriculum is the Pre-K version of the kindergarten curriculum.

Costs: $200 monthly. The registration fee is $75 per child or $125 for families. The class is held at Indian Creek Intermediate School.

Registration packets can be found on the school’s website, www.indiancreekschools.com, click on Resources, and then the Brave Builder’s icon or contact Christie Carrico, 317-534-7569, ccarrico@nhj.k12.in.us. (15 full-time students are needed to host the program)

3’s preschool program The 3’s preschool class is offered to children who will be 3 years old by Aug. 1 and reside in the NHJ school district. Hours are 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesday and Thursday in conjunction with the NHJ school calendar. The curriculum is the Younger Learner version of the Pre-K Curriculum.

Costs: $126 monthly. The registration fee is $50 per child or $75 for families. The class is held at Indian Creek Intermediate School.

Registration packets can be found on the school’s website, www.indiancreekschools.com, click on resources, and then the Brave Builder’s icon or contact Christie Carrico, 317-534-7569, ccarrico@nhj.k12.in.us. (10 full-time students are needed to host the program)

Registration/open houses School offices are open. Parents needing to enroll new students should call the offices for an

appointment.

• NHJ school registration for returning students is July 23, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., and 1-7 p.m.

• Indian Creek Elementary School (Grades K-2) open house is Aug. 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

• Indian Creek Intermediate School Meet-theTeacher night is Aug. 6, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

• Indian Creek Middle School open house is Aug. 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Indian Creek High School open house is Aug. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Board of School Trustees Kathy Vest, president Kevin Parks, vice president Judy Misiniec, secretary Greg Waltz, member Joey Dallas, member

Website www.indiancreekschools.com

Calendar 2015 Aug. 4: First student day Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Oct. 2: End of first nine weeks Oct. 12-16: Fall break Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 17: End of first semester, second nine weeks, Christmas break begins at end of school day 2016 Jan. 4: Teacher work day, no school Jan. 5: School resumes Jan. 18: MLK Day, no school, snow make-up day if needed Feb. 15: President’s Day, no school, snow make-up day if needed March 11: End of third nine weeks March 21–April 1: Spring break April 4: School resumes May 26: Last student day May 27: Teacher records day, snow make-up day if needed May 30: Memorial Day, no school May 31, June 1, June 2, June 3: Snow make-up days if needed Graduation/commencement: TBA

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Central Nine Career Center FYI Administration Director: Dr. David Edds Assistant Director: Nicole Otte Business Manager: Cindy Payton Principal: Lawrence Courtney Student Services Coordinators: Karin Graves and Glenn Weil

Participating districts & governing board • Beech Grove City Schools – Beth Prindle • Center Grove School Corp. – Carol Tumey • Franklin Community School Corp. – Bill Maschmeyer • Franklin Township Community School Corp.

– Dawn Downer • Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp. – Beatrice Dunn • Greenwood Community School Corp. – Mike Metzger • Nineveh-Hensley- Jackson United School Corp. – Greg Waltz • MSD Perry Township – Gwen Freeman

Location 1999 U.S. 31 South Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-888-4401 Central Nine Career Center is a career and technical school for any high school student who is enrolled in one of its sending high schools. More

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hank you for visiting the Central Nine Career Center back to school section for the 2015-2016 school year. I am delighted to welcome all of our new students, returning students and adult learners to the Central Nine Career Center. The mission of Central Nine is to provide the facilities, equipment, instruction and learning environment to prepare students for a successful EDDS entry into business and industry.

Central Nine has a rich history of student preparation through the twenty-six programs that are offered for high school age students. As part of the Central Nine curriculum students may choose to complete both high school credits and college credits in many of the center’s curricular areas. College credit at Central (SEE C9, PAGE 11) Nine is with either Ivy Tech or Vincennes University. In many cases, students will have completed a great deal of their college workload by the time they graduate from high school.

Central Nine is also an area leader in adult education. Adult Basic Education (ABE) courses are offered as well as the High School Equivalency Assessment (HSEA). Please see out adult education catalog for more details on adult basic education.

Central Nine is made up of students from nine sending high schools. Those schools are Perry Meridian, Southport, Franklin Central, Greenwood, Whiteland, Center Grove, Franklin Community, Beech Grove and Indian Creek. The career center is

governed by a school board made up of one representative from each of the eight sending school district school boards.

Central Nine’s culinary program operates “To the Nines,” a restaurant open to the public three days per week. The focus of the restaurant is the preparation of culinary students for careers in food service and the hospitality industry. Students learn the importance of customer service through the real world experience of operating a dining establishment. Please make plans to visit To the Nines at some point during the school year to support the hard work of our students. Consult the Central Nine website for more information on operating hours.

The teaching staff at Central Nine all brings real world experience to their teaching areas and excels at preparing students to be successful in the workplace.

Many Central Nine students go on to complete a four year degree in the college of their choice or enter the workplace with the skills and dispositions necessary to maintain a high paying job.

Please go to the Central Nine website http://central9.k12.in.us to learn more about the wonderful work that is taking place in the Central Nine Career Center. If you wish, you may schedule a visit or tour of the career center by calling 317-888-4401 ext.

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The staff and personnel of Central Nine Career Center are here to serve the individuals who make up our student body.

The passion and dedication of the staff to student success is evident throughout the school. Central Nine is proud to play an important role in educating and preparing students for their next step in becoming a vital part of our society.

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Message from the Leader — Director David Edds

than 90 percent of the career programs offered at Central Nine have either a dual enrollment arrangement or an articulation agreement with at least one post-secondary institution.

Central Nine offers students 26 different career programs to choose from: • Advanced Manufacturing • Aviation Maintenance Operations • Cosmetology • Culinary Arts • Computer Technology Computer Programming Electronics & Computer Technology • Construction Trades • Dental Careers • Health Sciences PLTW Bio-Med Health Science I Health Science II - Nursing Health Science II - Pharmacy Health Science II - Medical Assisting • Landscape/Horticulture • Precision Machining • Protective Services Criminal Justice

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Message from the Leader — President Joseph D. Hollowell

t the beginning of the new school year, exciting new changes await our students and faculty upon their return. After years of planning, fundraising, design and construction, our school plant continues to emerge as one of the finest private school facilities in Indiana. The completion this summer of six new classrooms will enhance our ability to continue to provide small HOLLOWELL classes allowing our students to get the full benefit from personal instruction.

Involvement of the broader community in the education of our students has been a hallmark of success at Roncalli. The strength of our board system and structure

allows for the varied gifts and talents of community members to be shared in a way that allows for effective stewardship of the tremendous investment the Catholic community has made in Roncalli over the decades. This community involvement was most recently recognized at the national level as our Board of Directors received one of only five nation-wide Outstanding Board Leadership awards given in Orlando this past spring.

The academic accomplishments of our staff and students continue to reach new heights as well. In the first year in which private schools were eligible, Roncalli was designated a Four Star School by the Indiana Department of Education. Our recently graduated Class of 2015 earned more than $20.5 million in merit-based college scholarships. The professionalism

and dedication of our instructors translates into exceptional performance by our students, highlighted by our recent notification by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation that Roncalli will have 15 students recognized by the National Merit program as commended students and semifinalists, which matches an all-time high for the school.

Our enrollment will be well over 1,200 students at the start of the year. We are excited to welcome the gifts and talents of so many young people. Our efforts to ensure that every student is engaged in the life of the school have been enhanced in recent years.

We feel it is imperative that our students take full advantage of the many extracurricular programs and clubs that are offered at Roncalli. Research has

consistently shown that students engaged in the extracurricular life of their school are much more likely to succeed in all areas of school life — especially the classroom.

Our mission has long centered on working to develop life-long learners in service to others. Inspiring students to truly become life-long learners requires gifted teachers with a passion for their subject matter and an enthusiasm for teaching their students. Inspired teaching leads to inspired students and inspired students become their own best teachers.

It is a successful formula for optimizing student achievement upon which we continue to rely and we are so thankful for the abundance of inspiring teachers plying their craft at Roncalli.

We are looking forward to a fantastic year!

FYI Administration President: Joseph D. Hollowell Principal: Charles Weisenbach Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs: James Kedra Assistant Principal for Student Activities: Shellie Hartford

Location 3300 Prague Road Indianapolis, IN 46227 Phone: 317-787-8277

✦C9 (FROM PAGE 10) Emergency Medical Services Fire and Rescue • Transportation Auto Collision Repair Technology Automotive Service Technology Diesel Service Technology • Visual Communications • Veterinary Careers • Welding Technology • Work-Based Learning

Website: www.central9.k12.in.us

Calendar 2015 July 23: Student registration (7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.)

July 27-28: Teacher in-service July 29: First day for students Aug. 18: Open house for current parents/students Sept. 7: Labor Day (no school)

Fax: 317-788-4095

Grades 9-12

School hours 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuition, fees One student: $8,690 Two students: $14,550 Three or more students: $17,070 Book rental: $275 for one student, $450 for two students and $575 for three or more students.

Oct. 9: End of first quarter Oct. 12: Fall break begins, no school (2 weeks) Oct. 26: Classes resume Nov. 6: College day Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving vacation Dec. 3: Open house for prospective parents/ students Dec. 18: End of second quarter/semester; last day for teachers/students Dec. 21: Winter break begins, no school 2016 Jan. 4: Teacher in-service Jan. 5: Classes resume Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day, no school, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 15: Presidents Day, no school, snow makeup day if needed March 4: End of third quarter March 18: Last day for teachers/students prior to spring break March 23: Spring break begins, no school (two weeks) April 4: Classes resume, start of fourth quarter May 6: Awards day May 26: End of fourth quarter/second semester May 27: Teacher In-Service

Registration During March and April prior to the upcoming school year.

School lunch price $2.90 (free/reduced available)

Website www.roncalli.org

Calendar 2015 Aug. 5: First day of school Oct. 12-16: Fall break

✦Edsell (FROM PAGE 9) needs of all of its students, with academic progress monitoring and intervention support where necessary. All technology has been geared for the younger child.

Indian Creek Intermediate

Child development through academic immersion has proven to be a successful strategy to prepare our young children for the older grade levels. At Indian Creek Intermediate School, technology continues to play a role in learning. ICIS students use Chromebooks in all grades in math, language arts and content area instruction.

Earning one of the county’s best IREAD scores in 2015, ICIS will continue its strong focus on literacy and mathematics. Third, fourth and fifth grades have all placed in the 90th percentile in one or more categories on

Nov. 26-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 17: Christmas break begins at 3 p.m.

2016 Jan. 6: Second semester begins Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day, no school (snow make-up day) Feb. 15: Presidents Day, no school (snow makeup day) March 31: Spring break begins, 3 p.m.

April 11: School resumes May 26: Last day of school May 28: Graduation

the state ISTEP exam in the past three years. ICIS is setting its goal to earn fourstar status from the state department of education for a third time.

Indian Creek Middle School

In addition to the core classes, exploratory classes are offered at Indian Creek Middle School in the areas of business, visual art, family and consumer science, and music. The number of students enrolling in band and choir increases each year. Honors classes are available for qualified students in language arts and math, including Algebra I for high school credit, as well as Spanish I. Students will use iPads in every classroom. Parents and students will be able to access assignments and lesson materials from home using the iPad, even if Internet access is not available.

Our focus on literacy will be increased, (SEE EDSEL, PAGE 13)

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t Suburban Christian School, we are excited to see God’s hand of blessing upon our school ministry.

We are also thrilled to be able to continue to offer reasonable tuition rates that help families get the quality education they desire at a price they can afford. Access to SGO scholarships and the Choice Scholarship Program will further help families remove the financial barriers WILHELM that often prevent them from choosing private education.

Suburban Christian School was founded in 1975 to partner with churches and families on the southside of Indianapolis to prepare students to successfully face the challenges of life and fulfill the plan of God for their lives.

This preparation is not achieved solely by providing a superior academic education, even though our students consistently score well above the national averages on standardized testing.

We also seek to prepare our students by developing Christ likeness in all aspects of their lives.

Whether it is in the classroom, on the athletic field, at home, at work or serving in the community, we are striving to teach our students the importance of a consistent spiritual life that honors and brings glory to our heavenly Father.

We are teaching our students to build their lives upon the authority of the Word of God. Our qualified, experienced staff and a challenging curriculum help to prepare our students for a lifetime of learning. Students receive the individual attention that they need to be successful due to our low student-to-teacher ratio.

High school students have the option of a CORE 40 diploma or Honors diploma. More than 90 percent of our high school graduates attend college or a university, with many receiving sizable scholarship offers.

We would love to have the opportunity to minister to your family. Call us today about enrolling your child.

Administration

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Pastor: Ford Glover Principal: Jeremy Wilhelm

Location 722 E. County Line Road Indianapolis, IN 46227 Phone: 317-888-3366 Fax: 317-884-4025

Grades Preschool-Grade 12

School hours 7:55 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Before and aftercare available

Tuition, fees Preschool and kindergarten: $3,990 (books and student fees included) Grades 1-12: $4,200 Books and student fees vary by grade.

Begins March prior to the upcoming year.

Website www.scsindy.com

Calendar 2015 Aug. 10: Parent orientation Aug. 12: First day of school Sept. 24-25: Fall break Oct. 16: End of first quarter Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 18: End of second quarter 2016 Jan. 4: First day of second semester March 11: End of third quarter April 4-8: Spring break May 20: Kindergarten graduation May 27: High school graduation

To advertise in the 2016 Southside Back to School, call 317-736-2730

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Greenwood Christian Academy

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Message from the Leader — Principal Jeremy Wilhelm

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Administration Headmaster: Bruce Peters Elementary Principal: Stephanie Schellin

Address 835 W. Worthsville Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-215-5300 Fax: 317-535-1070

School hours Elementary: 8:25 a.m. to 3 p.m. with before and after school care available Middle/High School: 8:10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Tuition K4: $1,874.95 Half-day kindergarten: $3,074.94 Grades K-4: $5,174.95 Grades 5-6: $5,974.98 Grades 7-8: $6,774.90 Grades 9-12: $7,975 Call school for payment options or plans.

Registration fee $200 for Grades K-12 ($150 for K4 and half-day K5)

Book rental K4: $75 Grades K-5: $150 Grades 6-12: $200

Orientation July 30: New family orientation, 7-8 p.m. in the auditorium Aug. 3: Elementary orientation, students with last names starting with A-J, 6-7 p.m.; K-Z, 7:308:30 p.m.

Aug. 4: Middle/High School orientation, Grades 5-8, 5-7 p.m.; Grades 9-12, 6:30-8 p.m.

Website www.gcak12.org

Calendar 2015 Aug. 6: First day for students Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Sept. 25: No school, parent teacher conferences Oct. 19-23: Fall break, no school Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break, no school Dec. 18: Last day of school Dec. 21-Jan. 4: Christmas break, no school 2016 Jan. 4: Teacher work day Jan. 5: School resumes Jan. 18: No school, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 15: No school March 7: No school, snow makeup day if needed March 25: Good Friday, so school March 28-April 1: Spring break, no school May 2: No school, snow makeup day if needed May 6: Soiree May 21: Graduation May 26: Last student day May 27: Teacher work day

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Message from the Leader — Headmaster Bruce Peters

s we approach another school year, the Lord continues to bless us with a great opportunity to minister to our youth, both academically and spiritually.

We are looking forward to another great year in our facility at 835 W. Worthsville Road in PETERS Greenwood.

GCA is a nondenominational Christian school that has grown to more than 550 students who

excel both academically and spiritually.

These students represent more than 80 local churches from the southside of Indianapolis.

GCA has the whole package: we have a K-12th grade program designed to be an extension of the home and church in the raising of our students in the way of the Lord and giving them opportunities to succeed in whatever they choose to do.

GCA offers Core 40 and honors diplomas at the high school as well as a Bible curriculum that teaches both life application and Bible knowledge.

We pride ourselves in knowing that we are impacting the world by sending out qualified students who are prepared both academically and spiritually for their next stage in life. We can do this through an excellent teaching and support staff that molds our students through academics, spiritual knowledge and extracurricular activities, as well as positive peer relationships.

The Lord is doing many great things at GCA and in the lives of our families, so please feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

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habits and to use data to drive the instructional and learning processes. ICHS provides a school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Program, creating a culture for success and learning.

As a small rural high school, the opportunities are numerous. The following educational partnerships have allowed ICHS to provide a wide spectrum of experiences for our students. They include: • Dual credits offered in conjunction with Ivy Tech-Indianapolis.

• A partnership with Wayne Township’s Achieve Virtual Academy allows for an extended list of virtual classes.

• Career and vocational opportunities are available at Central Nine Career Center (Greenwood) for students in Grades 10-12.

• ICHS agriculture curriculum and FFA offer opportunities to explore horticulture and animal science.

• The Indian Creek Learning Center for students who need to work outside of the traditional high school setting. Students can take Ivy Tech courses in the afternoon and evening for full college credit.

• ICHS provides many extracurricular and co-curricular opportunities.

• ICHS has implemented a full one-to-one iPad initiative that has enhanced the student learning process.

The school has maintained a graduation rate above 90 percent for the past four school years. Our student-centered learning translates into real-world opportunities to excel.

(FROM PAGE 11) especially in the content areas. Reading and writing skills will be emphasized in all classes. Graduation and career planning are included at each grade level to help students weigh their options for the future. We also offer several extracurricular opportunities such as musical productions, chess club, student leadership organizations, both within the school and the county, art club and a whole host of athletic opportunities.

Indian Creek High School The two goals of the high school are to empower students with lifelong learning

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hy choose Catholic schools for your child? Unless you are 100 percent committed to Catholic schools, you might not “get it.” Sending your child to a Catholic school is a sacrifice.

Our facilities may not be state of the art, our size is usually smaller and tuition can be costly. But rest assured, the benefits make it all worth it! Our students FLOYD are individually valued, spiritually nurtured and academically successful! We are allowed to pray and talk about Jesus every day.

Studies have shown that our students score higher 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.

A better question would be: Why not

choose Catholic schools?

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School was established in 1994 to meet the growing need for Catholic education for the children of St. Rose of Lima parish. In less than 10 years, our program grew to include preschool through Grade 8, offering a challenging, faith-based education for all our students. We offer a quality education for students of all faiths.

St. Rose is fully accredited by the Indiana State Board of Education. We are also an approved School Choice school for the Choice Scholarship program.

Our teachers have always used the Indiana Academic Standards as the basis for planning curriculum; however, this year we continue the transition to the Common Core Standards.

All students in Grades 3-8 participate in ISTEP, and our test results have been exemplary. Students in Grade 3 will also (SEE FLOYD, PAGE 15)

FYI Location 114 Lancelot Drive Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-738-3451 Fax: 877-208-1154 E-mail: rfloyd@stroselions.net or smorales@ stroselions.net Principal: Rebecca Floyd

Grades Preschool through Grade 8 School hours • Grades K-8: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• KB Preschool (4-year-olds): 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. with full-day options • Lion Cub Preschool (3-year-olds): Noon to 3 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays with full-day options

Tuition Lion Cubs: $1,600.00 Kindergarten Bound: $2,650.00 Grades K-8: $5,600.00 Parishioner and multi-child discounts apply. St. Rose participates in the state voucher program, as well as the state SGO program. Contact school to see what financial options are available for your family.

Fees Registration: $100 per family

Book fee: Preschool-8th, $125 per student

Meal prices $2.65 per day for hot lunch; 30 cents per day for milk Free/reduced lunch prices are available by need

Before- and after-school care Extended care is available for all registered students from preschool through Grade 8. The programs run from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Website www.stroselions.net

Calendar 2015 Aug. 6: First day for all students Oct. 12-16: Fall break Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 21: Christmas break begins 2016 Jan. 5: School resumes Jan. 18: MLK Day, no school Feb. 15: Presidents’ Day, no school April 1-8: Spring break May 23: Last day of school

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Our Lady of the Greenwood School

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School Message from the Leader — Principal Rebecca Floyd

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rom sacraments to sports events, from an enhanced math program to all-school assemblies, and from an online grade system for students in Grades 3 through 8 to a new technology lab, this year promises to be one filled with opportunities to grow spiritually, academically and socially.

Please check the Back to School packets for specific information, procedures and changes for this school year.

We look forward to welcoming our new and returning families at a back-to-school open house on Sunday, Aug. 2 from 12:30 CLADY to 2 p.m. Class lists will be posted on this day.

Students in kindergarten through Grade 8 will begin classes on Aug. 5 with all programs in operation on the first day. School commission members and staff will greet parents and students on opening day. Our school wide theme for this year is “Jesus is Alive.”

Preschool for 4-year-olds begins on Friday, Aug. 7. Preschool for 3-year-olds begins on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Our first school liturgy will be on Friday, Aug. 7 at 8:30 a.m. in the church.

Parents are invited to join us.

Our school commission welcomes new members Julie Kaster, Carrie Mears and Greg Wegesin. New officers Brandon Bowen, chair; Barry Ten Barge, vice chair; and Carrie Mears, secretary; will lead the commission. The school commission provides vital leadership to the school and parish. We thank them for their commitment to this ministry.

We are always happy to share what is happening at Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic School. Contact Principal Kent Clady at kclady@ol-g.org to find out more.

FYI Administration Principal: Kent Clady Assistant Principal: Linda Dickey School Secretary: Lucia Begley

Location 399 S. Meridian St. Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: (317) 881-1300 Fax: (317) 885-5005

School hours Grades Pre-K-5: 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Grades 6-8: 7:50 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Morning preschool: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Extended care: 6:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Tuition, fees • Contribution tuition One child, Grades Pre-K-8: $440 monthly, $4,840 yearly Two children, Grades Pre-K-8: $635 monthly, $6,985 yearly Three or more, Grades Pre-K-8: $800 monthly, $8,800 yearly • Non-contribution One child, Grades Pre-K-8: $510 monthly, $5,610 yearly Two children, Grades Pre-K-8: $1,020 monthly,

✦Floyd (FROM PAGE 14) participate in IREAD. Additionally, all students in Grades K-5 participate in STEEP testing three times a year. This assessment helps us identify students who may be at risk academically and allows us to implement intervention plans. Students in Grades 2-8 also participate in Acuity, which is a benchmark test that helps us predict future success in school and track progress over the course of the school year.

Our eighth-graders all have 1:1

$11,220 yearly Three children, Grades Pre-K-8: $1,530 monthly, $16,830 yearly • Preschool 3-year-olds (Tuesday and Thursday): $120 monthly, $1,080 yearly 4-year olds (Monday, Wednesday, Friday): $150 monthly, $1,350 yearly • Extended care One child, $3 per hour; two children, $4.40 per hour; three children or more, $4.90 per hour • 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 6, 7 and 8: $15 per month

Uniforms Uniforms can be ordered online from Shaheen’s Department Store. Polo shirts are available from OLG.

Lunch $2.75 per day

Website www.ol-g.org

Chromebooks with the aspiration of adding all middle school within the next two years.

We offer a range of extracurricular opportunities that include athletic, academic and social activities. Our sports program includes football, kickball, volleyball, basketball, soccer and cross country for students in Grades 4-8.

Our academic extracurricular activities include spelling bee, student council and science fair.

It is a great time to be a St. Rose Lion!

Calendar 2015 Aug. 2: Open house Aug. 3-4: Faculty in-service meetings Aug. 5: K-8 first day of school Aug. 7: AM preschool for 4-year-olds begins, all day Pre-K, 4-year-olds begin Aug. 11: AM preschool, 3-year-olds, begins Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Oct. 12-16: Fall break Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving vacation Dec. 18: Christmas vacation starts at end of day, dismissal at 3 p.m.

2016 Jan. 4: Classes resume Jan. 15: No school, snow makeup day Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, no school Feb. 12: No school, snow make-up day Feb. 15: President’s Day, no school Mar. 25: Good Friday, dismissal at 11:45 a.m., lunch will be served Mar. 28: Easter Monday, no school, snow make-up day if needed March 31: Spring break starts at the end of the school day, dismissal at 3 p.m.

Apr. 11: Classes resume May 25: Last day of school for students, dismissal at 11:45 a.m., lunch will be served May 26: Last day of school for teachers

We are beginning our 22nd year of serving the students and families of Franklin and surrounding areas.

This year, we are also focusing on some new technology. We will continue to keep our lab current and add to our inventory of netbooks and iPads for our middle school and resource classrooms, as well as Apple TV for Grades 5-8.

We still have a few openings for the 2015-2016 school year! To reserve your place among the Lions, call 317-738-3451 or e-mail smorales@stroselions.net.

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Message from the Leader — Principal Betty Popp

aints Francis & Clare School Ministry will open in August for the 2015-16 school year with more than 570 students enrolled.

Classes will begin on Aug. 6 for children ages 3 through Grade 8. The addition of a new Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) is scheduled to open the beginning of September and will serve infants and toddlers.

The school curriculum focuses on Gospel values, 21st Century Learning, and has a STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, math) emphasis POPP for the 2015-16 school year.

Student learning is hands-on, relevant, and rigorous in order to meet the demands that are expected from children for future college and career opportunities. Technology is often used as a tool to enhance learning. Project-based learning takes place as early as preschool. Exploration and child interest for the ECLC will build a strong foundation for learning.

Sharing faith and integrating the Gospel values

into all aspects of the academic day is at the center of the school’s mission. This year, the school-wide theme, “Making God Known, Loved and Served Anchored in Christ,” will set the tone for assuring that this mission is accomplished.

The school is accredited by the Indiana Department of Education and has consistently received an A performance grade. Smaller class sizes are an advantage to the school. They currently range from 18 to 22 students with a maximum of 25. Most programs offered in the local area schools are also available to students who attend Saints Francis & Clare: 1:1 iPads (Grades 4-8), Title I tutoring, Special Education, Enrichment, response to intervention, after-hours childcare and more. Teachers have been taking advantage of professional development opportunities that include STREAM, Conscious Discipline training and iPad integration.

The school continues to receive enrollment as area families learn about what is offered and the opportunities for their children to succeed. Our Catholic identity is the foundation of everything we do for our students.

Principal: Betty Popp Assistant Principal: Rebecca Stone Pastor: Father Steve Giannini Associate Pastor: Father Tim Wyciskalla

Location 5901 Olive Branch Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-859-4673 E-mail: ofice@ss-fc.org

Grades Infant and toddler care/preschool through Grade 8

School Hours Grades K-8: 7:50 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Preschool: Half day, 8-11 a.m.; full day, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Infant and Toddler Care: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Before- and after-school care Wolf Adventures morning enrichment, 6:50-7:30 a.m. Wolf Adventures afternoon enrichment, 3:15-6 p.m.

Wolf Adventures camps are held during balanced calendar school breaks. We also offer fall, Christmas, spring and summer camp for students and general public during elongated school breaks.

Message from the Leader Administrator Ellen Sheets

Tuition and fees • Nonrefundable registration fee: First child, $125; $75 per additional child.

• K-8 tuition: $4,650 for first child; $9,150 for two children; $11,950 for three or more. (This adjusted tuition module includes children in preschool through eighth grade.)

K-8 tuition includes book fees and technology fees associated with iPads issued to students in Grades 4-8. Optional iPad insurance is offered for purchase.

• Preschool tuition: Varies from $1,450 to $4,650 depending half- and full-day options and number of days attending: two, three or five days. Preschool (yearround) tuition: $770 per month MondayFriday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

• Infant and toddler tuition: Infants, $120-$260 per week; toddlers, $100-$230 per week. Preschool, infants and toddler program tuition includes book fees, snack and hot lunch.

Supplies Supply lists may be found on classkits. com

(SEE SFC, PAGE 18)

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Greenwood Christian School

FYI Administration

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FYI Administration Administrator: Ellen Sheets esheets@greenwoodchristian.com

reenwood Christian School provides a nurturing and faithbased environment in which students may develop to their Location 2045 Averitt Road fullest potential. By maintaining a low pupil-to-teacher ratio, Greenwood IN 46143 and therefore ensuring that each student is given Telephone 317-881-9970 individual attention, the school helps develop students Fax 317-859-5234 academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially and Office Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. physically.

Grades Classes use level grouping, which allow students to Preschool through Grade 6 move ahead if they need to be challenged or to get Classes, fees additional help if needed. Students also participate in • Preschool — Must be 3 years old by the following special classes: physical education, art, Aug. 1 and fully potty-trained SHEETS Classes: Tuesday and Thursday, 9-11 music, computer and Spanish. We believe these are a.m. necessary for their overall development.

Registration: $100 This year, GCS is following the balanced calendar of nine weeks of Book & supply: $70 class followed by two weeks of break. This allows the school to offer Tuition: $900 per year fun and exciting enrichment classes during the two-week break for • Pre-kindergarten — Must be 4 years fall and for spring. These classes will not only be open to our student old by Aug. 1 Classes: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, body but also to the public. With the balanced calendar the school 9-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-3 p.m. year begins for us on July 29. We have openings in our 3-year-old Registration: $100 preschool through fifth grade classes. Please visit our website at www.

Book & supply: $70 gcschool.greenwoodchristian.com for more information or call the Tuition: $1,250 school at 317-881-9970 to set up a tour.

• Explorer’s class — Transitional

kindergarten for 5-year-old children with summer/early fall birthdays or those waiting a year to attend kindergarten.

Classes: Monday-Friday, 9-11:30 a.m. or 12:30-3 p.m.

Registration: $100 Book and supply: $80 Tuition: $1,875 • Kindergarten — Must by 5 by Aug. 1 Classes: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.3:20 p.m.

Registration: $100 Book & supply: $160 Tuition: $3,550 • Grades 1-6 Classes: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.3:30 p.m.

Registration: $100 Book & supply: $210 Tuition: $3,750 Multiple child discounts are available for kindergarten and elementary schools. Discounts are given if tuition is paid in full at registration.

Lunch School lunches are catered by Jonathan Byrd’s Cafeteria Monday-Thursday.

Friday lunches are catered by Arby’s,

Pizza Hut & Fazoli’s on a rotating basis.

Cost is $3.75 per day Half portion lunches (for toddler and Grade K) are $2 per day.

Milk is 30 cents per day.

Before school/after school care Morning only: $4 per day Afternoon only: $6 per day Morning and afternoon care: $50 per week

Website gcschool.greenwoodchristian.com

Calendar

2015 July 28: Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m. (Grades K-6) July 29: First day of school for Grades 1-6; kindergarten 30-minute meetings July 29-30: Kindergarten 30-minute meetings July 31: Kindergarten half day Aug. 3: First full day for kindergarten Aug. 11: Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m. (Preschool, Pre-K, Explorers) Aug. 17: First day for Pre-K and Explorers

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✦Center Grove (FROM PAGE 4) Principal: Shannon Carroll-Frey Assistant principal: Dwayne Marshall • Maple Grove Elementary 3623 W. Whiteland Road Bargersville, IN 46106 Phone: 317-881-0561 Fax: 317-885-4523 Principal: Brooke Phillips Assistant principal: Andrea Lee • North Grove Elementary 3280 W. Fairview Road Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-881-5653 Fax: 317-885-4547 Principal: Brian Proctor Assistant principal: Ronald Siner • Pleasant Grove Elementary 5199 W. Fairview Road Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-887-8525 Fax: 317-885-4605 Principal: Trael Kelly Assistant principal: Jessica Hyde • Sugar Grove Elementary 4135 W. Smith Valley Road Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-887-4707 Fax: 317-885-5249 Principal: Davin Harpe Assistant principal: Marianne Dooms

School hours • Education Service Center, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

• Elementary Schools, 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

• Middle Schools, 7:30 a.m. -2:40 p.m.

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

Book rental Full-day kindergarten: $172 First grade: $175 Second grade: $144 Third grade: $177 Fourth grade: $157 Fifth grade: $159 Sixth grade: $234.75-$413.30 Seventh grade: $234.75-$426.55 Eighth grade: $234.75-$470.40 High school: $25-$800* (average $300) *Early College student fees may differ

Meal prices Breakfast: $1.50 Lunch (Elementary): $2.30 Lunch (Secondary): $2.50 A la carte milk: $.50

Meal and book rental assistance

Back to School 2015 Applications for meal benefits and textbook assistance are available in each school building.

Families can also submit a free and reduced lunch application via Skyward Family Access. Contact the Food and Nutrition Services Department at 317-881-9326 with any questions.

Before/after school care Before- and after-school programs are available through Honey Grove Educational Center for Grades K-8. Info/register: 317-887-5500, www. honeygroveeducation.com

Technology assistance For assistance with accessing accounts such as Skyward, Digital eLibrary and student email, contact the CGCSC Technology Help Desk at 317-882-1055, Option 1.

Center Grove Care Pantry The Care Pantry serves all Johnson County residents and is run by students of the Center Grove High School Alternative Academy. Open every Friday that school is in session from 12:302:30 p.m., recipients may come to the pantry once a month and must show proof of Johnson County residency. 2911 S. Morgantown Road, 317-8855242.

Registration/Meet the Teacher

July 27 • Grades K-5 registration, 1-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.

July 28 • Grades 6-8 (MSC & MSN) schedule pickup, 9 a.m.-noon; 1-4 p.m.; 5-7 p.m.

• Grade 9 (CGHS) registration, 5-8 p.m.

• Grades 9-12 (CGHS): Early College Parent Meeting, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

• Grades 6-8 (MSC & MSN) new student meeting, 7 p.m.

July 29 • Grades 10-12 (CGHS) registration, 3-7 p.m.

• Grade 4 (CGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 6-7 p.m.

• Kindergarten: (SGES) Meet the Teacher Night, Orientation, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

July 30 • Grades 10-12 (CGHS) registration, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Grades K-5 (PGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 6-8:30 p.m.

• Grade 2 (CGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

• Grades K-5 (NGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Grade 1 (CGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 5:30-7 p.m.

• Grades K and 3 (CGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 6-7 p.m.

July 31 • Grades 1-5 (SGES) new family orientation, 6:30 p.m.; Meet the Teacher, 7-8:30 p.m.

Aug. 3

• Grades K-5 (MGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 6-7 p.m.

• Grade 9 (CGHS) Fro-Yo Night, 6-8 p.m.

• Grades 7 and 8 (MSN) Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.

Aug. 5 • Grade 5 (CGES) Meet the Teacher Night, 6:30-7 p.m.

Aug. 6 • Grades 6-8 (MSC) Meet the Teacher Night, 6 p.m.

• Grade 6 (MSN) Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.

Aug. 13 • Grades 9-12 (CGHS) Meet The Teacher Night, 6-8:55 p.m.

Board of School Trustees Carol Tumey, president Adam Norman, vice president Rob Richards, secretary Scott Alexander, member Jack Russell, member

Website www.centergrove.k12.in.us

Calendar

2015 Aug. 3: Staff Development Day, no students Aug. 4: First student day Sept. 3: Grades 9-12 parent/teacher conferences, 4-7:45 p.m.

Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Oct. 2: End of first grading period Oct. 7: Grades K-5 parent/teacher conferences, 4-8 p.m. Grades 6-8 parent/teacher conferences, 2:45-7:45 p.m.

Oct. 8: Grades K-5 parent/teacher conferences, 4-8 p.m.

Oct. 12-23: Fall break Oct. 28: Grades 6-8 parent/teacher conferences, 2:45-7:45 p.m.

Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 23: Start of winter break 2016 Jan. 4: Half day for teachers, no students Jan. 5: Teacher professional development, no students Jan. 6: Classes resume Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, no school, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 15: Presidents Day, no school, snow makeup day if needed March 4: End of third grading period March 21-April 3: Spring break May 30: Memorial Day, no school June 1: *Last student day June 2: Half day, Teachers’ Records Day June 5: CGHS graduation ceremony, 2 p.m. * If CGCSC has more than the two snow makeup days noted above, we will still have graduation on June 5 and begin making up the days June 6.

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✦Greenwood

(FROM PAGE 16) Uniforms

(FROM PAGE 8)

Daily wear and Mass day uniforms are required for students in kindergarten through Grade 8.

Many items can be purchased from local retailers.

Mass Day uniforms must be ordered from Lands’ End clothing company online.

Lunch K-8 Hot and cold lunch is available for purchase.

This cost includes milk. Students may also purchase bottled water, sports drinks, healthy snacks and desserts.

Financial assistance Saints Francis & Clare Catholic School participates in the Indiana State Voucher and Grant Program. School also has its own assistance program, the Godparent Fund. Contact the school admissions coordinator at Admissions@ss-fc.org for information.

Tuition payment plans are available through SMART Tuition program.

Calendar 2015 Aug. 2: Open house and family social after 11:30 a.m. Mass Aug. 4: Back to School Night Aug. 6: First day of school, 1 p.m. dismissal Aug. 7: 1 p.m. dismissal Sept. 4: No school, in-service day for teachers Sept. 7: No school, Labor Day Sept. 25: No school, Parish Festival Oct. 12-23: No school, fall break Oct. 27-29: Parent/teacher conferences, 3:30-6 p.m.

Nov. 25-27: No school, Thanksgiving break Dec. 18: 1 p.m. dismissal Dec. 21: Christmas break begins 2016 Jan. 4: Classes resume Jan. 15: Quarter 2 ends Jan. 18: MLK, Jr. Day, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 10: Ash Wednesday Feb. 12: No school, in-service day for teachers, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 15: No school, Presidents Day, snow makeup day if needed April 4-8: No school, spring break April 25: 1 p.m. dismissal, Good Friday April 28: No school, Easter Monday, snow makeup day if needed May 30: No school, Memorial Day June 1: Graduation June 3: 1 p.m. dismissal, last day of school

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523 S. Madison Ave. Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-889-4040 Fax: 317-889-4044 Principal: Chris Sutton • Isom Central Elementary School 50 E. Broadway St. Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-889-4070 Fax: 317-889-4115 Principal: Sondra Wooton • Southwest Elementary School 619 W. Smith Valley Road Greenwood, IN 46142 Phone: 317-889-4090 Fax: 317-889-4111 Principal: Beth Guilfoy • Northeast Elementary School 99 Crestview Drive Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-889-4080 Fax: 317-889-4087 Principal: Amy Sander • Westwood Elementary School 899 Honey Creek Road Greenwood, IN 46143 Phone: 317-859-4200 Fax: 317-859-4209 Principal: David Ennis

School hours • High school: 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

• Middle school: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Isom Central: 8:05 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Southwest and Westwood: 8:35 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Full-day kindergarten) • Northeast: 8:40 a.m. to 3:35 p.m.

Book rental Kindergarten: $81.89 First grade: $88.87 Second grade: $75.64 Third grade: $106.18 Fourth grade: $99.23 Fifth grade: $114.14 Sixth grade: $140.40 (average - varies according to courses taken) Seventh grade: $133.91 (average - varies according to courses taken) Eighth grade: $126.95 (average - varies according to courses taken) High school: Varies according to courses taken

Meal prices • Elementary lunch, $2.25; adult, $3; breakfast, $1.35; milk, 50 cents.

• Middle and high school lunch, $2.45; adult, $3; breakfast, $1.35; milk, 50 cents.

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

Before- and after-school care

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

Orientation, book, schedule pickup

• High school Students will pick up their schedules and textbooks on the days indicated below. Textbooks may be left in the student’s locker after pickup.

Sophomores, juniors and seniors: July 23, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m.

Freshmen: July 27, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-7 p.m.

Freshmen and new student/ parent orientation meeting: July 27, 7 p.m.

All students: July 28, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Middle school Grade 6: July 27, 4-7 p.m.

Grades 7 and 8: July 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m.

School pictures will be taken during schedule pickup.

Board of school trustees

Joe Farley, president Jack Napier, vice president Steve Moan, secretary Nick Schwab, member Mike Metzger, member The board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the administration building.

Website

www.gws.k12.in.us

Calendar

2015 July 29: Teacher work day, school not in session July 30: Students’ first day Sept. 7: Labor Day, school not in session Oct. 2: End of first grading period Oct. 19-23: Fall break, school not in session Nov. 23-27: Thanksgiving break, school not in session Dec. 18: End of first semester, end of second grading period Dec. 19-Jan. 4: Semester break 2016 Jan. 4: Teacher work day, school not in session Jan. 5: Students’ first day of second semester Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day, school not in session Feb. 12: School not in session, snow makeup day if needed Feb. 15: President’s Day, snow makeup day if needed March 11: End of third grading period March 19- April 3: Spring break, school not in session May 25: Last student day May 26: Teacher work day, snow makeup day if needed May 27: Graduation

✦Franklin (FROM PAGE 7) • Union Elementary School 3990 W. Division Road Bargersville, IN 46106 Phone: 317-422-5223 Fax: 317-422-5068 Principal: Sandra Brown • Webb Elementary School 1400 Webb Court Franklin, IN 46131 Phone: 317-738-5790 Fax: 317-738-5797 Principal: Cheryl Moran

School hours • Creekside, Needham, Webb, Northwood Elementary: 7:40 a.m.-2:25 p.m. AM kindergarten, 7:40 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; PM kindergarten, 11:30 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

• Union Elementary: 7:40 a.m.-2:10 p.m. AM kindergarten, 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; PM kindergarten, 11:10 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

• CBIS: 7:55 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

• FCMS: 8:05 a.m.-3:07 p.m.

• FCHS: 7:50 a.m.-2:55 p.m.; Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

Book rental Kindergarten: $73 First grade: $122; high ability; $135.69 Second grade: $114; high ability, $144 Third grade: $103; high ability, $98.64 Fourth grade: $96; high ability, $84.84 The cost for textbook rental in Grades 5-12 will vary according to each student’s schedule and course selection.

Meal prices • Breakfast: K-4, $1.30, reduced: 30 cents • Breakfast: Grades 5-12, $1.25, reduced 30 cents • Lunch: Grades K-4, $2.40, reduced: 40 cents

✦GCS (FROM PAGE 17) Aug. 18: First day for preschool Aug. 24-25: School pictures Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Sept. 25: End of first nine-weeks Oct. 5-8: Elementary parent/teacher conferences Oct. 12-23: Fall break, no school Oct. 26: School resumes Nov. 25: No school, snow make-up day if needed Nov. 26-27: Thanksgiving break, no school

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Before- and after-school care

Cub Care is the before- and after-school childcare program for elementary schools K-4 and CBIS. The yearly registration fee is $20 per family.

Weekly fees can be paid weekly or bi-weekly.

• Before school: elementary, 6-7:30 a.m.; CBIS, 6-7:45 a.m., $4/day • After school: elementary, 2:20-6 p.m.; CBIS, 2:50-6 p.m., $8/day Info: www.franklinschoolschildcare.org

Board of school trustees

William A. Maschmeyer, president Bryan Wertz, vice president Kristi Ott, secretary Darren G. Thompson, member Danny D. Vaught, member

Website

www.franklinschools.org

Calendar

2015 July 30-31, Aug. 3: New teacher orientation Aug. 4-5: Teacher workdays, meetings Aug. 6: First day of school Sept. 7: Labor Day, no school Oct. 2: End of first nine weeks Oct. 12-16: Fall break Oct. 19: School resumes Nov. 25-27: Thanksgiving break Dec. 16-18: Middle, high school finals Dec. 18: Christmas break begins at dismissal, end of second nine weeks, end of first semester 2016 Jan. 4: Records day, no school Jan. 5: School resumes Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day, no school Feb. 15: Presidents Day, no school March 4: End of third nine weeks March 24: Spring break begins at dismissal April 4: School resumes May 19-23: Middle, high school finals May 23: Last day for students May 24-25: Snow make-up days, if needed May 27: Graduation Dec. 21: Christmas break begins at the end of the school day 2016 Jan. 5: Classes for preschool-Grade 6 resume Jan. 18: Martin Luther King Day, no school, snow make-up day if needed Feb. 15: President’s Day, no school, snow makeup day if needed March 21-April 1: Spring break, no school April 4: School resumes May 3: Elementary program May 10: Pre-K and Explorers closing program May 25: Kindergarten graduation May 26: Honors day/classroom awards for Grades 1-6, dismissal at noon

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