New Administrators Announced!
Three new administrative positions were announced during Wednesday evening's school board meeting.
Andrea Lakin will become the new Director of Special Education. Nicole Osborne will lead the new K-5 Trauma & Behavioral Program and Steffen Lewis was named Assistant Principal at Whiteland Elementary. Congratulations!
On this Thankful Thursday, I want to say "Thank You!" to Dr. Edsell, Dr. Shipp, and the Clark-Pleasant Community School Board for surprising me last night at the school board meeting with an award for Recognition Of Excellence in Education. I went to the school board meeting to share an annual review of all the wonderful things CPEF has done this last school year and to hear my contract for an additional role I will be doing this upcoming school year get voted it, but I was completely unaware that I was also getting an award. What a wonderful surprise! I am so grateful of all the recognition I have received from the school in the last month. I am truly honored.
Girls Track Team Honored at Board Meeting!
Members of the WCHS Girls Track Team and their Mid-State Coach of the Year, Brandon Bangel, were honored by Dr. Edsell and the school board Wednesday night for their record-breaking accomplishments this season.
-First-ever Johnson County Championship
-First-ever Sectional Championship
-3rd Consecutive Mid-State Championship
-7 School Records Broken
-Record Number of State Athletes!
Congratulations Ladies!!!
A Statement Regarding the Passing of Clark-Pleasant School Board Member, Dave Thompson.
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of School Board Member, Dave Thompson. Dave was not only a school board member but a man who was passionate about and fought for the constant improvement of educational opportunities in this school corporation. His mission was first and foremost to prepare our students for life but as a full-time teacher and coach for 40 years, he also spoke up for the rights of teachers, administrators, and Clark-Pleasant families.
Dave held the Pleasant Township seat on the board and just last year had served as board president. He attended Indiana State University, obtaining bachelor's and master’s degrees in Education. He taught at Clark-Pleasant Middle School for 39 years and coached high school wrestling and football for 40 years. As a coach, he is a member of the Indiana Wrestling Hall of Fame. He had 4 wrestling state champions during his tenure as coach.
Dave and his wife, Susan, a long-time English teacher at Whiteland Community High School, have two daughters, Brooke and Brette. Brooke teaches English at WCHS and serves as president of The Clark-Pleasant Education Association (CPEA). Brette, who also taught Biology at WCHS lives with her family in Fort Wayne. Mr. Thompson also leaves behind Isabella, Eleanor, and Vivian, his granddaughters.
“I will miss Dave Thompson. If you looked in the dictionary under “educator”, Dave’s name would be there”, says superintendent, Dr. Timothy Edsell. “He was a teacher, coach, mentor, and board member but most of all he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. No one loved Clark-Pleasant Schools more than Dave Thompson”. Fellow board member and friend for 50 years, “Butch” Zike says all of Dave’s students thought the world of him, “Dave’s goals were not based on winning and losing but on making a kid’s life better”, said Zike. He says the school board will especially miss Dave’s common sense.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Thompson family.
Sincerely,
Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation.
Curious? Read On!
Unlocking children's potential is the goal of Camp Curiosity. Students from Johnson and some surrounding counties are involved in this dynamic and engaging educational camp going on, this week, at Grassy Creek Elementary.
These kids can dive into a world of fun-filled learning experiences designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking. From exciting science experiments to captivating storytelling sessions, the camp offers youngsters a diverse range of activities tailored to inspire their young minds. Today we found young people dissecting sharks, learning to build a roller coaster, and constructing cells with candy. Some enjoyed flying drones down the hallway.
On Tuesday, our Mental Health Team had the privilege of training some of our CPCSC transportation department on Youth Mental Health First Aid. By equipping our team with these vital skills, we're ensuring a safer and more supportive environment for our youth. Together, we're committed to recognizing and responding to mental health challenges, fostering a community of care and understanding. #YMHFA
#MHFA #bethedifference
IMMUNIZATION CLINIC @ WCHS NORTH BUILDING ON JULY 23, 2024 FROM 10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation
June 3, 2024
On Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the Indiana Immunization Coalition (IIC) will be onsite at Whiteland Community High School- North Building Gymnasium, to host an optional immunization clinic for students. Breaking down barriers and bringing vaccines to you. Consent forms and other documentation regarding the clinic can be found HERE.
Register here: https://bit.ly/45aLUSG using Enrollment Code IN65942. If you need a form in a different language or need assistance completing the registration, assistance will be available on the day of registration.
Students registered for the clinic will be vaccinated with all ACIP-recommended vaccinations that are due at the time of the clinic. This would include the HPV vaccine starting at nine years of age, influenza (September through April), and Meningitis B at 16 years of age. IIC will look up your student's immunization history to know what immunizations your student is due for. If you want more information on what immunizations are recommended for your child, then please see the CDC Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children and Adolescents.
*For any specific vaccine refusal email clinic@vaccinateindiana.org at least48hoursbeforeo the clinic.
IIC will not initiate the COVID-19 vaccine without explicit parental request.
IIC accepts all insurance (commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare), and will also provide immunizations at no cost to those without insurance.
Any questions, please contact IIC at 317-628-7116.
Nationals Here We Come!!!
Whiteland FFA attended the 2024 Indiana FFA State Convention this past week. We had an EXCEPTIONAL week, with multiple students being named State Champions and advancing to Nationals! This October, we will have a record number of teams and individual members competing in National contests at the National FFA Convention! Below are the results:
State Star in Ag Placement Winner - Josie Kelsay
The State Star Award includes the student submitting a portfolio of their FFA achievements and participating in 2 interview rounds with judges. This is the highest award that can be earned at the state level. We have had several Top 4 finalists, but Josie is the first Star Award winner that I'm aware of from Whiteland since the 1990's. Josie's Star Finalist Introduction Video and her finding out she is the State Winner is attached.
State Champions Advancing to the National Contest:
Jack Kelsay - Freshman Creed Speaking
Brody Polesel - Diversified Livestock Proficiency
Josie Kelsay - Outdoor Recreation Proficiency
Cian Cribbs - Agricultural Education Proficiency
Sydney Pryor - Veterinary Science Proficiency
Milk Quality & Products CDE - Brody Polesel, Leorah Morris, Jack Kelsay, & Lillian Nick
Dairy Handler's Contest - Josie Kelsay
SUPERIOR, GOLD, TOP 10, & MODEL OF INNOVATION CHAPTER (also advancing to Nationals)
STATE CHAMPION LIVING TO SERVE SAFETY INITIATIVE
TOP 4 STATE FINALISTS:
Oliver Taylor - 3rd Place Vegetable Production Proficiency
3rd Place State Multimedia Presentation - Josie Kelsay, Leorah Morris, Addyson Cox, Jackson Brown
HOOSIER DEGREE RECIPIENTS:
Oliver Taylor
Brady Bailey
Juneteenth 2024,
Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, is a federal holiday. It is celebrated annually on June 19 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States
CPCSC is now recruiting for two teaching positions at Clark-Pleasant Middle School.
*8th Grade STEM Teacher
*7th Grade Science
For more on these and other positions please go to our website at www.cpcsc.k12.in.us and click on career opportunities.
On Wednesday, Josie Kelsay (Class of 2024) represented Whiteland FFA at the Indiana FFA State Dairy Handlers Contest. We are so excited to announce Josie was named the State Champion! She will advance and represent Whiteland and the State of Indiana at the National FFA Dairy Handlers Contest in October!
This will be the second National contest Whiteland FFA has qualified for this year, with our Milk Quality & Products team qualifying for Nationals back in February.
Deep Cleaning Week!
It's a deep clean week at CPCSC. Custodial staff are stripping floors, wiping down walls, and cleaning carpets, and desks. Maintenance staff are fixing whatever needs to be repaired as well. All school buildings are getting a cleaning makeover.
Happy Flag Day 2024!
Flag Day is a holiday celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress.
Congrats Colton!
Incoming freshman, Colton Watson just competed in the mile run at the New Balance Outdoor Nationals finishing 3rd place with a time of 4:34.56. This converts to a 4:31.96 in the 1600m run (the normal track race). Way to represent CPMS & Whiteland Track!!!
Summer Reps!
Staying "Cool" the WCHS Football Team is practicing from 7-9 three days a week. The team got in a lot of reps during this Thursday morning's practice. They have good size and speed now all they need is to put in a lot of time on the field and at home watching films.
Sun Meals brings Summertime Smiles!
Free Summer meals continue at Pleasant Crossing, Break-O-Day, and Grassy Creek elementary schools. Kids under 18 eat FREE and it's just 2 dollars for adults.
Lunch begins and ends, Monday through Friday, at the times listed below. The meals will be available through July 12th.
Break-O-Day Elementary / 11:00a – 12:00p Door # 9
Pleasant Crossing Elementary / 11:30a - 12:30p Door # 6
Grassy Creek Elementary School / 12:00p - 1:00p Door # 4
*All meals must be eaten on-site.
*We will be closed on Thursday, July 4 and Friday, July 5*
CPPD Improvements!
Security and efficiency are behind Summertime improvements at the Clark-Pleasant Police Department. New walls to enhance privacy and security and a fresh coat of paint are just some of the updates to make the office more functional.
"On Schedule"
Ironworkers are busy preparing the new three-story steel structure at the high school for flooring. Earlier this week there was a massive concrete pour getting the next section of slab ready for the steel that will come soon.
Reminder: Free meals for kids are being served weekdays at 3 locations in the district (Adult meals $2.00). We are excited to partner with the Johnson County Public Library to host the Bookmobile at each of our SUN Meals serving sites in the coming weeks! Hope to see you there!
June 2024 School Board Meeting Reminder!
The Clark-Pleasant School Board will meet in regular session;
Wednesday
June 26, 2024
7:00 pm
