East Central
eNewsletter February 2024
Notes from the Principal
We're back for semester two, and things are off to a great start.
In academics, 2nd quarter numbers are in and 381 (31%) students achieved Exemplary Honor Roll (all As) with 674 (53%) students achieving no less than a B. With the rigor our students face and the number of Ivy Tech and IU courses students are completing every semester, these are some outstanding numbers!
In athletics, winter sports are quickly coming to a close with wrestling taking a 6th consecutive sectional title this past Saturday, and heading to regional this weekend. Girls swimming and diving host this Saturday's sectional, and boys basketball hosts their sectional as well in about three weeks. We've already had one state qualifier (IHSGWA State) in wrestler Leighna Prater, and we hope to have several more in the coming weeks.
Finally, in the arts, the spring ISSMA circuit has begun and things are going well so far! Our spring drama presentation, The Adams Family will host three performances March 15 & 16, @ 7:00PM and March 17 @ 3:00PM.
We continue to celebrate East Central High School turning 50 in August and all class of 1974 graduates!
IMPORTANT DATES
Early Release - February 14
Snow Make-Up Day - February 19
Spring Break - March 21-March 29
WE ARE...EC!
“No leader is worth his salt who won’t set up the chairs.” Peter Drucker
Respectfully,
Tom Black
Registration and Proof of Residence
- If you have not completed online registration here is the link to the portal. ALL families must complete online registration for all students each school year. https://powerschool.sunmandearborn.k12.in.us/
- If you have not yet uploaded a proof of residence document per new Indiana Code, please do so through your PowerSchool portal as soon as you are able.
Thank you!
ECHS Administration
EC's Opening August 1973 - 50th Birthday August 2023
Students of the Month
Reagan Bumgardner
East Central High School is excited to announce Reagan Bumgardner as Student of the Month.
She is the daughter of Christina Elkins and David Bumgardner. Boasting an impressive
4.104GPA, she is a member of the National Honor Society, where she tutors fellow students and
also participated in a canned food drive. She received the prestigious Academic Letter Jacket
as a Junior for attaining a 4.0 grade point average for 5 semesters. She is a member of the
Aqua Trojans swim team and a 7 year Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
(FCCLA) member. Reagan also participates in Drama Club and Senior Scholarship.
In the community Reagan is a 10 year 4H member and has coached recreational swim for the
last four years. She has volunteered at Brighton Homeless Shelter and also made toys and
treats for the local animal shelter. Reagan enjoys reading a good book, skiing, baking, singing
and acting. She has also been learning to play guitar and piano. Her love of travel has taken her
to four countries, one territory and 12 states.
She plans to attend the United States Air Force Academy to major in legal studies. Reagan
would like to thank her parents for raising her and shaping her into the person she is today. She
says, “They really pushed me to be the best version of myself I could be and are incredibly
supportive of my plans to join the military. I wouldn’t have made it this far without them.”
Her advice to classmates is to “Try your best because you never know what may happen down
the road. Honestly, just try to keep school in a positive light. If you decide to make it feel
negative, it becomes much more difficult to go through. Keep your head up!”
Michael Hilliker
Michael Hilliker exhibits all of the qualities of a hardworking and reliable East Central High
School Student of the Month! Michael is the son of Andy and Nicole Hilliker. He is a 4-year
football and track athlete and a member of the National Honor Society. Michael’s contagious
positive attitude, work ethic and smile are a few of his best qualities!
Michael is admired for his ability to maintain being an exceptional student, varsity athlete and an
entrepreneur! Three years ago, Michael started his own landscaping & mowing business, since
he has grown to mowing 23 yards weekly. In the winter, he does snow removal and works at
Perfect North Slopes waxing, fixing and mounting skis. Michael enjoys golfing and swimming
but more so helping in Younglife, Capernaum, and volunteering at food banks during his free
time.
Michael plans to attend University of Cincinnati or Indiana University to major in business. He
would like to thank his parents for shaping him into who he is today. He is extremely thankful for
their support and pushing him to be a good student and an even better human being. They
taught him to be accountable, respectful, and hard working. Michael shares this advice for
underclassmen, “Work hard and push through the tough times, don’t be afraid to make friends
and have fun because getting older comes really fast!”
Iris Weckenbrock
She is the daughter of Jeff and Emily Weckenbrock. Iris is a member of the National Honor Society and was sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary to participate in Hoosier Girls State. Iris is a leader in her youth program at All Saints Parish. Through her involvement she has gone on three missions trips. She actively volunteers at food pantries, local festivals, and goes Christmas Caroling to the sick and shut in.
ECHS, Art Department Chair and Teacher Mrs.Gulasy shared that Iris is an extraordinary artist with exceptional creative design skills. Iris consistently pushes artistic boundaries with innovative approaches to various mediums from drawing to ceramics. What truly distinguishes Iris is her unparalleled skill in drawing from life, capturing intricate details and emotions in her artwork. More importantly is how Iris shows kindness and respect towards her classmates as well as teachers. Iris is always providing a helping hand with solving a problem, or encouraging those around her to persevere. Iris enters the classroom every day with a positive attitude and sets an example of what caring for others looks like in the classroom. I know with her compassion and work ethic, she has a very bright future ahead!
She also enjoys swing dancing, running and skiing in her free time. Her love to travel must also be noted as she hopes to study abroad when she is in college.
Iris plans to attend Mount St. Joseph next year and would like to major in Health & Exercise Science in preparation for graduate school where she will pursue her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She thanks her parents for who she is today, “They have been my biggest supporters since day one. They have created an atmosphere where I can grow as a person and excel as a student. Most of all, they are always there for me when I fail and always encourage me to keep going!”
Iris gives this advice to her classmates, “Do your best and do not waste time comparing yourself to others. Their best is not going to be your best, so don’t waste your time worrying about what they are doing better than you!”
Alex Seubert
East Central High School happily announces Alexandra Seubert, daughter of John and Maureen Seubert, as Student of the Month. She carries a very impressive 4.1 grade point average. Alexandra is a 4 year member of Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) where she is the State Vice President of Development. She is also the Chief Technology Officer of the Trojan Exchange school store where her duties include managing the website and social media outlets. She is a member of Student Council, Community Advocating for Substance Abuse Awareness (CASA), All Saints Youth Ministry, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Ambassadors, National Honor Society, an Academic Jacket recipient, Girl Scout Silver Award, a plethora of FCCLA awards and most recently has received the Lilly Endowment Scholarship.
Alexandra enjoys giving back to our extended community and has held numerous bake sales and pop tab drives for the Ronald McDonald House as well as created a “Caring Closet” at Sunman Elementary for students in need of personal care items. Some of her best memories come from her FCCLA philanthropic activities at North Dearborn Village including carving pumpkins and Christmas Tree decorating. FCCLA has given her the opportunity to explore her passion for Interior Design. She has won 1st place in Interior Design Sketch Level 3 at the FCCLA National Conference.
Alexandra’s intentions are to go to Butler University and major in Marketing. She thanks her mom and dad for motivating her and pushing her to her full potential. Her advice for classmates is, “Have fun and take every opportunity that is offered to you!”
Notes from Mrs. Rosfeld - Curriculum
The IVYT 111 Student Success course is one credit hour course required to start an Associate Degree. It is being offered in a 4-day virtual format during spring break, March 25-28. This is normally an 8 week online course, so this is a great opportunity to knock it out with an instructor in a matter of days. This section is only for local high school students in grades 9-12 and there's no cost to you! Please contact Mrs. Karle if you have questions or would like to sign up!
Wendi Karle
College Connection Coach
East Central Guidance Suite, G103
812-576-4811 Ext. 11910
College Goal Sunday
SAVE THE DATE!! One on one help from financial aid experts! 2/25/24 @ 2pm at Ivy Tech in Lawrenceburg
Ivy Tech Graduation
Attention Seniors!! Ivy Tech graduation information will be coming in a few weeks directly to your Ivy Tech email. All students completing a certificate, technical certificate (ICC), or associate degree will be invited. Until then, Save the Date for May 10th!
Career Exploration Opportunity - Attention all Juniors & Seniors!
Our next Career Exploration Opportunity will be a field trip to TP Mechanical in Cincinnati. TP Mechanical specializes in fabrication for HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems.
TP Mechanical offers an Apprenticeship Program that is sanctioned by the State of Ohio, operating through Columbus State Community College. The program is offered free of charge to all who qualify and are accepted. Along with going to school two nights a week for 4 years (classes held in Cincinnati at the home office in Forest Park), apprentices are employed and work in our fabrication shop and out in the field on job sites, gaining the knowledge and skills they then apply in class. At the completion of 4 years in the classroom, the Apprentices will have enough On the Job Training (OJT’s) hours to qualify to take the state licensure journeyman exam. Applications for the Apprenticeship Program are accepted in the Spring (late May for 2024).
Career Exploration at Northbend Pattern Works
Career & Technical Education
Career Guide
To learn more about in-demand career pathways and to create a plan for success after high school check out the CTE Career Guide by clicking HERE!
Career Tech Ed Pathways at ECHS
Did you know that ECHS offers 14 Career Tech Pathways? Many more pathways are offered at the Southeastern Career Center as well! Click HERE to check out our Curriculum Guide for more information!
Southeastern Career Center
To learn more about the opportunities our students have at Southeastern Career Center click HERE!
Ice Cream Floats!?!?
Students in the Office Administration Class in the main office were tasked to research and create inspirational bulletin boards to be located around the school. Skills learned in class were used to design, create and post their boards through cooperation and collaboration. Their plans were found on the internet or they could come up with an original design. Microsoft Word was used to create graphics and text on the computer, the printer/copier to print in color along with using die-cut tools in the library to make their boards visually pleasing. As part of their assignment all clipart, borders and lettering had to be laminated. A rubric was used by each of the seven classes to evaluate the boards of the students in other classes for Topic and Subject, Neatness and Creativity. All were treated to an Ice Cream Float Day to celebrate their positive work.
Notes from Guidance
Mr. Brad Wynn: A-G
Mrs. Lisa Tupper: H-O
Mrs. Murdock: P-Z
Scheduling process for the 2024-2025 school year will begin November 29th.
During the month of January guidance counselors will begin meeting with students individually to discuss registration, diploma types, ICC and pathway requirements.
May: Target date to release 2024-2025 schedules to students. Last day to change schedules for 2024-2025 will be May 23rd.
Key items per grade:
Seniors:
The FAFSA is being updated and will open for access at the December 31st at FAFSA.gov The FAFSA has an April 15th deadline for Indiana Students. Students should follow up with counselors with admission issues or concerns and they will assist with contacting colleges with questions particular to the students’ needs.
Ivy Tech is offering College Goal Sunday: one on one help with the FAFSA for both students and parents on Feb. 25th at 2 pm Ivy Tech Lawrenceburg Riverfront Campus 50 Walnut St. Please consider attending to have live access to a financial aid expert.
Students should be receiving information from colleges on admission decisions. If a student is Waitlisted/Deferred please have the student follow up with their counselor. We can assist them with the required process. Counselors do not have access to admissions decisions and have to rely on information from the students. Students should also follow all deadlines for housing and accepting admission with the college of their choice.
Scholarship applications are continuously sent to students in their school email. Please encourage them to read through all information as some applications are only for EC students. The students that are selected for scholarships are invited to attend the Senior Scholarship Awards program on May 8th at 6:30pm in the Performing Arts Center. Again they will receive an invitation at the beginning of May up until the date of the event if they are selected as a winner for a scholarship from a local sponsor.
Seniors who are undecided about what to study after high school are encouraged to connect with Ivy Tech Community College’s Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP). This program helps high school graduates earn an Associate’s Degree in just 11 months and prepares them to transfer to a four-year college to earn their Bachelor's Degree.
National Honor Society will hold the recognition night for the Seniors and Juniors on April 17th at 6:30 pm in the Performing Arts Center. Students will receive an invitation if they are expected to attend from the NHS sponsor: Mrs. Ketcham.
Juniors:
SAT School Day: The SAT School Day test for all juniors in the state of Indiana will be given during the school day on March 5th, 2024. This test is free and used by the state for school accountability. The benefit of the test is that students will be able to use this score report for college applications. More information will be provided as the March date approaches.
East Central College and Career Fair is scheduled for April 17th at 6pm-8pm in the Cafeteria. This is a great opportunity for Juniors to meet with College Representatives and Career representatives that attend. This is scheduled on the same evening as the National Honor Society Induction ceremony that is set for April 17th at 6:30 pm in the Performing Arts. Juniors that are being inducted will receive an invitation to attend that ceremony.
Sophomores and Freshman:
Scheduling will be completed by the end of January for the following year with changes accepted until the end of the year. Students should be focusing on grades and career/college exploration. Once sophomore PSAT scores are received, results will be reviewed in the classroom along with additional supports for SAT/ACT test prep.
Southeastern Career Center: Videos can be viewed at https://www.sccusa.org/. The application is due no later than March 1st.
As always we are available to meet with students individually to support academic and emotional needs. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Rhonda Murdock
Director of Guidance
rmurdock@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
IVY TECH NEWS
Ivy Tech College Connection Coach
For students working on achieving the Indiana College Core and their Associates Degrees and needing to pick up courses, Ivy Tech has multiple eight-week sessions throughout the school year. These are online, virtual, in-person, or blended classes; students choose whatever works best. As an East Central High School student, there is potentially a full scholarship for these courses, and books are potentially free.
Contact Wendi Karle for more information. wkarle@sunmandearborn.k12.in.is.
Save Time, Save Money, Get a Degree
The Associate Accelerated Program (ASAP) is an 11-month program, which is student focused and designed to support, encourage, and mentor students throughout their first year of college. This program is great for students who prefer smaller class sizes and who prefer to be on a first name basis with their professors. ASAP works with students to build confidence before transferring to a 4-year university to get their bachelor’s degree or going into the workforce. Applications are now being accepted for the next cohort. If you are interested in applying to ASAP, joining one of our information sessions, or would like a tour of Ivy Tech’s campus, email Heather Gard at hgard3@ivytech.edu.
NEED HOMEWORK HELP?
**National Honor Society Tutoring in Room#114
Every Wednesday 3pm-5pm.
**Do you have a study hall? Talk to your counselor about peer-to-peer tutoring during study hall.
**Talk to your teachers. Teachers arrive daily at 7:30am and could possibly help you before or after school.
**KhanAcademy.org Completely free online educational videos in all core classes.
**AskRose.org / (877) ASK-ROSE 24/7 homework help (Ran by the students of Rose Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN).
AG
Ag Power, Structure and Technology 1 Students are currently in the metalworking unit. Each student is learning basic skills to work with metal. Students will be making both a feed scoop and a dustpan out of sheet metal as part of the unit.
Landscape and Turf Management students are working in the landscape design unit. Students are learning about the principles of completing a landscape design. Members of the class will then hand draw a design to scale, and will also utilize Pro Landscape, a landscape design software to complete a design as well.
Principles of Agriculture students are currently learning about the large and small animal livestock industries and their importance to Indiana and U.S. agriculture.
Horticultural Science students recently completed a fruit crop research project where each student researched a specific fruit and learned about it's value and economic importance.
Ag Structures, Fabrication and Design Students are currently working on a kindling splitter welding project. They will also have more re-purposed workbenches for sale in the near future.
Business
Krista Hutzel - khutzel@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
Accounting Update
Students in Introduction to Accounting got out of their textbooks and jumped into a real-world experience for their Semester 1 final. Students played Accounting Monopoly to demonstrate what they learned throughout the semester. For this project, students played the game Monopoly as a sole proprietorship. As they moved along the board, they were responsible for creating journal entries and reconciling cash. At the end of the game, students proved that their books were balanced and created month-end financial statements.
Trojan Exchange
December and January Recap
The past two months the Trojan Exchange has been working hard on various projects for the upcoming months.
In January we sold Senior Class Shirts for the Seniors. The $14 shirts were designed by the four Senior Class Officers and included all of the seniors' names on the back. We also partnered with Senior Scholarship to sell a variety of $20 Senior Shirts.
New Items!
The Trojan Exchange partnered with EC engineering and released new items in the store to include tumblers and senior keychains. The senior keychains are $5 and the tumblers are $15. They are available for purchase on our website https://www.trojanexchange.com/shop
Coming Soon…
Be on the lookout for our Spring Sale in March. New designs and merchandise will be available for purchase, these will be pre-orders only, see a Trojan Exchange student for ordering in March!
We have been working hard to prepare for The Annual Cornhole Tournament. The event will be on April 21st at 1pm in the Fieldhouse Parking. Registration will be available soon!
The Trojan Exchange will be releasing another ordering link for State Championship Merchandise. Be on the lookout for more information that will be released on our social media and also our website https://www.trojanexchange.com/
ENGINEERING and TECHNOLOGY
During the past couple of weeks in Introduction to Engineering and Design, the class has been working on a Reverse Engineering Project. Throughout the project, the students have carried out a Visual, Functional, and Structural Analysis on a mechanical pencil or pen of their choice. After analyzing how the pen or pencil looks and works the students took them apart and were able to see how they are put together. After taking them apart, the students used dial calipers to measure all of the individual parts so they can accurately model them on Inventor. Once the parts are created, the students will then assemble them on Inventor, the goal is to have them look as close as possible to the real pen/pencil.
The Civil Engineering class has spent the majority of the last few weeks working on their Habitat For Humanity House Project. More specifically, we have been focusing on a lot of the calculations that go along with making plans for a house. The students have learned how to calculate the pressure of the water supply, set up a wastewater system for the house and calculate water runoff rates of lots. Along with that they have been creating plumbing and electrical plans and are making any finishing touches to their houses.
The Computer-aided-Design class has been working to learn how to use Revit 2024 Software to Design and Model Houses. The class just finished a tutorial that walked them through how to use Revit and they were all able to successfully create a house and all of the plans that go along with it. Now they will get the chance to pick a house of their choosing to model on the software. Their goal will be to model the house as close to the real thing as possible and create all of the plans needed for the house.
Throughout the last month, the Aerospace Engineering class has been focusing on NTSB Reports. The class researched reports from the NTSB database and had to present their findings to the class in the form of a 3-5 minute presentation. The class did a great job and students were able to see some of the flaws that can and have caused airplane accidents and offered up words of wisdom on how to avoid them in the future. The class has also been busy working on their model rockets that they designed last quarter. They are now modeling them on Inventor, 3D printing the parts, and making adjustments if needed.
Introduction to Transportation
After laying the bottoms of the boat, students had to strengthen their frames; teams also continued planking their sides.
English
On January 24th, Mrs. Ketcham’s students took a break from studying the poetry of British Romanticism to celebrate #libraryshelfieday by visiting the library and taking a selfie with their favorite book.
Students in Mrs. Goodpaster’s and Mr. Meiners’ classes are starting off the 2nd semester by studying perspective. Students will explore Holocaust literature and poetry. Students have analyzed several poems written by Holocaust survivors, have researched events of the Holocaust, and have begun reading Elie Weisel's Night. At the end of the unit, they will compare and contrast the different perspectives.
FACS
Brenda Osman bosman@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
Advanced Fashion Class
The Advanced Fashion Class is finishing up their “Little Black Dress” and are starting to work on their Fashion Trend Boards. The students are really enjoying creating the design elements on their Trend Boards.
Advanced Child Development
In the Advanced Child Development Classes, students just learned the importance of safe sleep in infants to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. We are beginning to study intellectual development and how the brain works. Students will create a brain from playdough while focusing on which part of the brain controls what part of the body. We will continue to focus on Piaget’s stages of development emphasizing the sensorimotor stage. Students will have a better understanding of why providing children with a stimulating environment is important to their development.
Education Professions-Cadet Teaching
The cadet teachers have fully emerged in their classrooms around the school district. They work a lot with small groups and help with various classroom activities.
FCCLA
The FCCLA State Officers Team consisting of three students from East Central High School met on January 18-20th to finalize plans for the Indiana FCCLA State Conference February 29-March 2nd at the Horizon Convention Center in Muncie Indiana. The three state officers from East Central High School are Maleighna Mondal, Vice President of District Coordination, Alexandra Seubert, Vice President of Development and Jocelyn Inderhees, Vice President of National Programs. They have done an outstanding job representing East Central FCCLA this year.
East Central FCCLA Members, Alexandra Seubert, Cassie Callahan and Shelby Dawson have worked hard on their FCCLA STAR Event Chapter Service Project. Their project is focused on helping the Ronald McDonald House of Cincinnati. They have held multiple baking nights in the Family and Consumer Sciences Labs and had 3 bake sales during athletic events and a local church and were able to raise over $2300 for the Ronald McDonald House. With the help of the entire community, they have collected over 250 lbs of pop tabs for the house. In addition, on Monday, January 29th, 7 chapter members went to the Ronald McDonald House and prepared dinner for the families that are staying there when their children are in Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. This was a very rewarding experience for all involved.
Fine Arts
Melissa Gulasy - mgulasy@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
Oak Heritage Conservancy sponsored their 8th Annual Photography Contest with the
theme “Explore the Great Outdoors”. Students were encouraged to search for unique
experiences where nature feels inspirational. More than 200 images were submitted via
their online portal. The judges selected 20 Best of Show photographs that will be
curated into a traveling exhibit in early 2024. Ten photographs were selected in the
amateur division and 10 were selected for the adult division. East Central photographers
received 5 of the 10 awards in the amateur division. Congratulations to Kyler Homan,
Kierstin Toler, Tori Cole, Addison Schroeder, and Faith Harmeyer!
Ceramic students just finished a unit on ceramic sculpture where they
explored how to build clay in negative and positive space from all
viewpoints in a three dimensional work. Ceramic students assembled the
sculpture using additive and subtractive hand building techniques. Below
are some of the very talented students’ projects.
Best of Show awarded to Kyler Homan
Best of Show awarded to Addison Schroeder
Sculpture by Carlee Ramsey
Ciara Williams, Emma Sturwold, Iris Weckenbrock (Hand and Rose by
Abby Lyons, bunny by Miriam Weber, and sleeping cat by Cate Cole)
Sophia Smith and Emma Barkley (Panda by Michael Batta, flamingo by
Brooke Laye, and blue face sculpture by Leah Kubitz)
Foreign Language
mslyon@sunmandearnborn.k12.in.us
Spanish III has been studying a unit over life passages in Latin culture. Students were introduced to la quinceanera and learned various traditions and vocabulary associated with births, baptisms, and even death. It was awesome to see their creative sides with a mock wedding announcement project.
Math
This month, the math department would like to recognize many of our gifted students. Our math program has grown tremendously over the years! Excelling students in more rigorous math courses have been asked on multiple occasions to tutor students with their math homework and other assignments. As teachers, we rely on our students to help each other out and they never let us down!
Tutoring has helped not only students who are struggling in certain areas of math, but also our high ability students in gaining confidence in their abilities. It also helps reinforce the foundation of their math skills while bridging the gap between students of all math levels. With how often we push our students to perform well in their classes, we also encourage them to get out of their comfort zone. Tutoring is not an easy task or something that all students can handle, but I feel that our math program has helped shape these gifted students into very bright and young educators.
As our students continue to grow and progress within our math program, we will continue to motivate them by challenging their abilities both in the classroom and while tutoring others. Their collaborative nature in the higher level classes such as Calculus is transitive into their tutoring skills. While they build communication skills helping one another with material in class, they are able to sharpen these skills by helping others in the tutoring program.
Music
Choir News
Spring ISSMA series
Band News
Spring ISSMA series AND Percussion and Guard Competition Circuit
Drama News
Addams Family, March 15, 16, and 17
PE/Health
The PE department recently received some new equipment that allowed for the introduction of some new games, with several more to be played in the upcoming weeks. In the last month, students have enjoyed bowling, volleyball, nine-square in the air, student led cardio workouts, and spikeball.
Spikeball tournament winners include partners Hailey Rack and Dakotah Jeffers, Eva Lewis and Avery Seal, Molly O’Connor and Nicole Graf, Teagan Leihgeber and Hope Rodmaker, Rachel Wiesman and Emersyn Metcalf, and Avery Bittner and Elizabeth Wilker.
Science
Tim Maluvac - tmaluvac@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
Students have begun second semester coursework in the science department and continue to expand upon their knowledge of scientific skills and practices. Here are just a few highlights from January!
Biology I students are learning about cell division, including mapping and modeling the individual steps of mitosis and meiosis.
Chemistry I students are currently working to balance and type chemical reactions. Students experienced and observed a variety of chemical reactions and will continue to explore how chemical reactions impact our everyday life.
Anatomy students are studying the muscles of the human body. They are using diagrams and models to identify how muscle contractions enable skeletal muscle to move the body. They are also investigating the microscopic process involved in initiating and maintaining a muscle contraction.
Biology II students recently finished identifying organs and structures associated with mammals using fetal pigs. This lab provided a hands-on perspective of the internal and external anatomy of a mammal.
Physics students will be looking at units involving heat, temperature and thermodynamics which includes calorimetry. This will be followed by a fluids unit showcasing several very important principles.
Integrated Chemistry/Physics students were introduced to the structure and organization of the periodic table and are now moving on the naming and writing formulas for ionic compounds and balancing chemical reactions.
Principles of Biomedical Science students are simulating withdrawing blood from a synthetic arm and analyzing 5 parts of a complete blood count.
Human Body Systems students are practicing muscle modeling by designing and creating a representation of a sarcomere.
Medical Intervention students are learning about the intricate nature of performing bodily organ transplants.
Chemistry II students are learning about building voltaic cells. Students are exploring how changes to different parts of the voltaic cell impact the electrochemical potential (voltage) of the cell. Students will soon learn about gases and solution chemistry.
AP Chemistry students recently learned about energy changes and thermodynamic principles during physical changes and chemical reactions. Students are also learning about enthalpy changes in chemical reactions. Students are now exploring concepts of equilibrium and how reactions can occur in both the forward and reverse direction.
Social Studies
Steve Lewis - slewis@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
In Mr. Lewis' ACP Intro into American Politics IU dual-credit class, students are getting ready for their first test. Professor Christine Barbour of IU has designed the test in a style that most students would take on a college campus. Prof. Barbour believes there is value in preparing high school students for the rigor of college life and assessment.
In Mr. Owen's AP European History Class, we are discussing the Industrial Revolution and its effects in Britain during the 1800s. We are also examining the concept of Architecture as a reflection of cultural trends. Ask your student about this examples of actual cathedrals in Covington, Kentucky!
In our Ivy Tech American History course, we are finishing up our examination of the American Gilded Age, and will soon be discussing the era of American Imperial expansion and World War One. Ask your student about this example of World War I Era Anti-German hysteria in Covington Kentucky!
Trojan Cafe
Internship program
Did you know some East Central students participate in an internship program? As part of their preparation for entering the workforce after graduation these students work during the school day under the supervision of school staff to learn new skills and independence in the workplace. We currently have East Central students interning at Skyline Chili, BP, and Harrison Trail Health Campus. We are excited to announce we are currently developing a partnership with the Ars Cafe & Meeting House.
Athletics
Phone #: (812) 576-4811 ext. 11916
For all sports related news, schedules, updates, please visit the following locations:
Website: www.ectrojansathletics.com
Facebook: East Central HS Athletics
Twitter: @ECTrojanSports
Become an Official
The IHSAA is continually looking to for licensed officials. If you or someone you know is interested
please visit: https://www.ihsaa.org/become-official
Fall/Winter Sports Highlights:
*Wrestlers win Sectional on Saturday, January 27th at South Dearborn. Braydon Rouse and Nyden Euson won their respective weight classes. The team advanced to Regional which will be held Saturday, February 3rd. If the team doesn't advance, any wrestler that finishes in the top-4 in their weight class will advance to semi-state.
*Junior Leighna Prater advanced to the IHSGWA state finals recently.
*Girls and Boys Swim teams both recently won the EIAC swim invitational in convincing fashion. The girls will open up Sectional competition on Thursday, Feb. 1st as East Central hosts the Sectional this year. Boys Sectional will begin on Thursday, Feb. 15th at Columbus North.
*Boys Basketball had a terrific come from behind victory on Friday, January 26th over Columbus East. It was a great effort by the boys and coaches and a wonderful atmosphere for the boys to play in front of a great crowd.
*Girls Basketball finished up their rebuilding work with a (7-17) record on the season. It's the first losing season in 14 years but the majority of the Varsity team was comprised of freshman and sophomores so the future is bright. Out of 102 4A teams, East Central tied for 5th in defensive average on the season by only giving up 38ppg.
Tom Black
Email: tblack@sunmandearborn.k12.in.us
Website: https://echs.sunmandearborn.k12.in.us/
Location: 1 Trojan Place, Suite A St. Leon, IN 47012
Phone: 8125764811
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunmandearborn.k12.in.us/
Twitter: @EastCentralHS
Principal ECHS