Former Clark student Harman Kaur with her 4th grade sister Jasmeen celebrating Diwali.
Today, Clark-Pleasant educators attended a professional development session focused on various subjects, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). The keynote address was delivered by Matt Miller, an author, professional presenter, and educator, who spoke to hundreds of teachers and administrators at the high school. Miller, known for his book “Ditch That Textbook,” emphasized the importance of embracing AI to adequately prepare students for the future. He argued that students who enjoy writing are likely to use AI not as a means to cheat, but as a tool to improve their writing skills. He noted that merely preparing students for the present will not equip them to face the challenges of the next 20 or 30 years. To illustrate his message, he wore “tomorrow” glasses as a prop.
In addition to Miller's address, other presenters shared insights with secondary educators on more effective uses of technology in the classroom. Meanwhile, at Grassy Creek Elementary, educators continued to deepen their understanding of practices informed by the Science of Reading research. We were fortunate to have two experts from UINDY’s Center for Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL), Megan Thompson and Stacey Knoop, who guided our educators through foundational concepts and literacy strategies to support students across all subjects.
Tuesday, our full-day pre-k students voted! They used the GCES voting stations, were presented with a choice, and then submitted their vote.
Fruit Snacks won the CPELC election; as expected, there were some tender feelings after however an I voted sticker seemed to help.
Grassy Creek Election Results!!!
The results are in, and by an overwhelming margin, Twix has won the ballot in the Grassy Creek 2024 Candy Election. The final count is as follows:
- Twix: 415 votes
- Gummy Bears: 241 votes
Students voted for their favorite candy during lunch periods today, allowing them to witness a little sweet democracy in action.
Girl Scouts Winter Fun!
JCPL November Activities!
Don't Forget to FALL Back this weekend!
Running For State!
Their fellow students cheered them on Friday afternoon during a hallway parade. Lena Shipp, Colton Watson, and Nolan Edens will all run in the state cross-country finals tomorrow. Best wishes to these amazing runners and their coaches.
Mr. Aguilar and Mrs. Hubbard accompanied a group of students to the 2024 Indiana Latino Institute Education Summit and College & Career Fair, which was held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The Whiteland Band is having our annual Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, November 16th so we'd love your support if you are in the market for a mattress. Here is some additional information about the sale.
1. All school faculty/staff receive 10% OFF their mattress set! (see coupon attached)
2. There will be over 20 NEW, name-brand, high quality mattresses on display. They'll have all sizes and price ranges and each mattress comes with a full factory warranty. They carry the same brands as a retail store but for less money! This is EXACTLY like shopping at a retail store, AND you get to help our program!
3. They also sell adjustable beds, premium pillows, sheets, frames, and mattress protectors—no need to shop anywhere else!
4. The fundraiser will be at the Whiteland HS Band Room on Sat, Nov. 16th from 10-5. Please come check it out.
5. The new beds can be delivered to your house and set up, or you’ll have the option to pick them up here at the school. Your products will be available less than 2 weeks after the sale.
6. You can pay with a check, cash, or a credit card. Financing is also available!!
7. If you’re not in the market for a new bed but you want to help us, please tell your family and friends.
ALSO....THAT SAME WEEKEND in the Auxiliary Gym at WCHS is the Band Booster Craft Fair. We will have over 40 local vendors there with some amazing items that would be perfect for holiday shopping. We hope that you will swing by both events here in 2 weeks on Saturday, November 16th!!
Thanks for your support!
Since the ELC doesn’t go on field trips, we brought an experience to it! On Tuesday, students visited the “CPELC Pumpkin Patch” in the GCES Courtyard.
Each student picked a pumpkin and painted it. Before leaving, kids and staff posed for a photo. It was a fun, fall day!
WCHS Veterans Day Luncheon!
Ray Crowe Elementary School teacher, Sherry Pryor has been awarded a Forum Credit Union Educational Grant.
She Purchased: Raised garden beds for each grade level, composters, and rain barrels with hoses. This also includes soil, seeds, mulch, and other items needed to maintain the gardens
"I love helping children and always have. I want children to know they have someone in their life who will be in their corner, care for them, and help them grow as human beings. That is what I love about teaching, seeing children’s minds grow. There’s an old saying, “The more you know, the more you grow.” That’s my job as a teacher, to help children grow while I build a relationship with them that keeps them engaged."
Break-O-Day students recently celebrated 50-days of School!
Headed to state! Colton Watson finished 23rd and Nolan Edens 33rd to punch their tickets to the final race of the season!
With her 8th place finish at regional, Lena Shipp has punched her ticket to state!
Congratulations Spencer
Spencer Gillespie is named to the Indiana All-Star Tennis Team. This means that he is one of the best senior tennis players in the state of Indiana. He will play against other senior all-stars on November 10th in Pendleton, IN. This makes it eight straight years for the program with an Indiana All-Star!
Here is the list of current and former Indiana All-Star selections from Whiteland:
Spencer Gillespie (‘25)
Kinsey Shipp (‘24)
Cathy Nguyen (‘24)
Chase Koester (‘24)
Carson Baumann (‘24)
Ty McCullars (‘23)
Dylan Gross (‘22)
Sarah Scott (‘21)
Quinten Gillespie (‘21)
Travis Robinson (‘21)
Garrison Pelfree (‘20)
Reese Johnson (’19)
Caleb Scott (‘18)
Sam Venter (‘’16)
We're just 2 weeks away from the play! Students are excited for everyone to see this production! Shows are Nov. 8, 9 & 10. Staff gets free tickets! Just show your ID at the door and our ticket folks will take care of it! So excited for everyone to see this! Spread the word!
FFA News
Congratulations to our Milk Quality & Products Team of Brody Polesel, Leorah Morris, Lillian Nick and Garrett Rice for earning a Silver Ranking in the National FFA Contest! and to Josie Kelsay for being awarded a Silver Ranking in the National FFA Dairy Handler Contest!
First 9 Weeks Awards!
Students at WES were presented their awards, today, for accomplishments during their first nine weeks of the semester. Students were awarded for their accomplishments in math and reading as well as other subjects and activities they participate in.
