February 21st, 2025

• Friday, 2/21 (Home) vs. Cloverdale @ 7:30 PM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) vs. Indian Creek @ 1:30 PM
• Tuesday, 2/25 (Away) vs. S. Vermillion @ 7:30PM
• Friday, 2/28 (Home) vs. North Davies @ 7:30PM

• Friday, 2/21 (Home) vs. Cloverdale @ 6:00 PM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) vs. Indian Creek @ 12:00 PM
• Tuesday, 2/25 (Away) vs. S. Vermillion @ 7:30PM
• Friday, 2/28 (Home) vs. North Davies @ 7:30PM

• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) WIC 7th Grade-Greencastle @ 9:00 AM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) WIC 8th Grade-North Putnam @ 9:00 AM
• Tuesday, 2/25 (Away) WIC Championship 7th/8th Grade North Clay @ 6:00 PM

• Tuesday, 2/25 (Away) vs Riverton Parke (Rosedale Elementary Gym) @ 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, 2/26 (Home) Honey Creek/Marshall @ 6:00 PM-8th GRADE NIGHT
• Saturday, 3/1 (Away) Southmont Invitational Southmont H.S @ 9:00 AM

• Tuesday, 3/4/ (Home) vs North Clay at 6:00 PM-8th GRADE NIGHT

  
  

• Wednesday, 2/26 (Home) vs. Clay City @ 6:00 PM
• Thursday, 2/27 (Home) vs. WRV @ 6:00 PM
• Saturday, 3/1 (Away) 6th Grade Tourney @ 9:00 AM

Attention Students! We regret to inform you that the winter semi-formal scheduled for Friday, February 21st has been canceled due to a limited number of tickets sold. If you purchased a ticket, don’t worry! You will receive a full refund this week.

Sullivan High School guidance counselors invite families to join them for important meetings. Families are welcome to attend either day. This is a great opportunity for students and families to engage and discuss course requests. Please remember to bring your student’s Chromebook for access.

National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day is celebrated on Saturday, February 15, and this year, WTWO News highlighted School Resource Officer (SRO) Carl Melchert, affectionately known as ‘Cop Carl,’ from Sullivan Elementary School.

At Sullivan Elementary, the atmosphere is filled with laughter and chatter, and one voice stands out—Cop Carl. His simple greeting, “How’s lunch?” initiates meaningful conversations with students. His presence is characterized by an infectious smile and genuine care, showing that he is there for more than just enforcing rules.

Parents like Megan Raley appreciate Cop Carl's dedication, especially when he supported her children after the loss of their father to cancer. He went above and beyond, helping her son during challenging school drop-offs and ensuring he felt comfortable and supported throughout the day.

In times of personal hardship, such as when his wife, Angie, battled cancer, Carl experienced the same community support he provided to others. He emphasizes that what truly matters in life are people and their feelings.

Cop Carl seeks guidance from God to impact his students positively and believes that caring is fundamental to connection. Students at Sullivan Elementary echo this sentiment, describing him as talented and supportive, always ready to listen and uplift them.

Beyond his role as an SRO, Officer Carl is also a middle school golf coach and a substitute bus driver, embodying the essence of a friend and mentor. His commitment to his students and community highlights the vital role SROs play in promoting safety and well-being.

• Who Takes It?
  • English Learners (ELs) in Grades K-12.
• Purpose:
  • Assesses English language proficiency in four areas:
    • Listening
    • Speaking
    • Reading
    • Writing
  • Helps determine whether EL students need continued language support services.
• Test Format:
  • WIDA ACCESS for ELLs: Annual online or paper-based test.
  • Kindergarten WIDA ACCESS: Paper-based assessment for young learners.
  • Alternate ACCESS for ELs: Available for EL students with significant disabilities.
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Scores range from 1.0 (Entering) to 6.0 (Reaching) in each language domain.
  • A composite score of 4.8+ is needed to exit EL support programs.
  • Schools use scores to modify instruction and support services for EL students.

• Who Takes It?
  • All Grade 11 students as part of Indiana’s state assessment program.
• Purpose:
  • Serves as Indiana’s high school accountability assessment.
  • Assesses college and career readiness in math and English/language arts.
  • Can be used for college applications (accepted by many U.S. colleges).
• Test Format:
  • Administered in digital format (starting in 2024).
  • Two Sections:
    • Mathematics: Algebra I & II, data analysis, problem-solving.
    • Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW): Reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills.
  • No science or social studies sections.
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Composite score range: 400-1600 (each section scored 200-800).
  • Passing scores: Indiana sets a minimum SAT benchmark for high school accountability.
  • If students do not meet proficiency, they may need additional coursework or remediation.
  • Colleges may use SAT scores for admissions, but some schools are test-optional.

• Who Takes It?
  • Students in Grades 3-8 and 10 with significant cognitive disabilities.
• Purpose:
  • Assesses academic progress for students who cannot take ILEARN due to their cognitive needs.
• Test Format:
  • Computer-based with accommodations (if needed).
  • Covers English/language arts, math, science (Grades 4, 6, and 10), and social studies (Grade 5).
  • Uses performance-based tasks aligned with Indiana’s Alternate Academic Standards (Content Connectors).
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Results guide IEP teams in developing personalized learning goals.
  • Scores do not impact graduation requirements but help determine support services.

• Who Takes It?
  • Grades 3-8 students for general state assessments.
  • High school students take subject-specific assessments.
• Purpose:
  • Measures proficiency in English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Test Format:
  • Computer-adaptive test (questions adjust based on student responses).
  • Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and short answer questions.
  • Subject Areas:
    • Grades 3-8: English/language arts & math
    • Grades 4 & 6: Science
    • Grade 5: Social Studies
    • High School: Biology end-of-course assessment
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Four performance levels: Below Proficient, Approaching Proficient, Proficient, and Above Proficient.
  • Results help determine school performance ratings but do not affect student promotion.
  • High school ILEARN Biology is required but not tied to graduation requirements.

• Girls track will be on Wednesday and Thursday from 5:00-6:00 PM. Team will meet at the weight room.
• New and returning NHS students: Please submit your dues of $10 to Mrs. Smith in the library by February 28th. Also, remember to submit your service project hours. You will need 20 by April 30th if you are graduating this year. Sophs and Jrs hours are due by finals week in May.
• Softball sign ups are in the office. Tryouts will be on Monday, March 10th.
• Where can you find your student photo, sports pictures, and all of those school activity pictures in one place? The SHS Yearbook! It is not too late to order your yearbook. See Mrs. Badger for order forms or go to Jostens.com.
• Seniors, do you need to order cap and gown pictures, yard signs, or your senior panoramic? Contact Ryan Pinkston at ryan@hip-n-humble.com or use the following link. http://hnh.hhimagehost.com/shspcg
• During the winter weather, we want to remind you that Arrows Attic has plenty of winter clothes, coats, hats, and gloves. If you are in need of any of these items, let one of your teachers know, let Mrs. Tracy know, or you can email Mrs. Tracy to get what you need.
• Archery practice for high school students will take place on Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the SMS gymnasium.
• Free tutoring every Tuesday in Mr. O’Bryan’s room 101 and Thursday in the Genius lab room 203 from 3-4 PM.

• 2/27-High school incoming freshmen scheduling with SHS counselors at 6:00 PM in the SHS cafeteria.
• 2/28-Spring Pictures. Picture forms are in the Office.
• 3/6 & 3/7-Beta Leadership Summit in Gatlinburg, TN

• Sullivan County Youth Soccer sign-ups are happening now! This league is open to players ages 3-14. Please click on the link to get signed up!

• Kindness Club would like to invite all advisory classes to help Rya Hamilton's Legacy of Love. We will be collecting items for the humane society. They are in need of: cat food, dog food, cat litter, newspaper, and paper towels. We will be collecting items all next week and donating on Friday. Every class that participates will receive a certificate of participation.
• Kindness Club will be selling candy grams for Valentine's Day! Cost is 1$. Candy grams will be sold during advisory through Monday February 10th.

• If your student needs help with Math a select group of SHS students will be providing Math Tutoring at SMS Monday-Friday at SMS from 3-4pm.

• 7th & 8th grade Cheer will have practices every Thursday from 3-4pm starting October 3rd.

• Wrestling will have volunteer workouts at the SAC from 4:15 to 5:45 pm every Monday & Thursday.

• Any 8th grader interested in playing high school football next year is invited to join weightlifting starting next week on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays after school until 4:45pm at the high school. There is no after school transportation provided.

• 3/20-School Smiles will visit CEMS. If students were seen in September there is no need to register again. www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup
• The Kindness Kupboard- Our school is starting a Food Pantry to support students and families, here in our community, that are in need. Items Needed: Canned Foods, Dry Cereal, Crackers, Peanut butter, Jelly, Granola Bars, Pasta, Single Serve Meals, ETC. If you have any questions about how you can help please contact our school counselor Ms. Heather Scott at (812)398-3851 EXT.2435 or hscott@swest.k12.in.us
• Middle School girls softball sign-up sheet outside of the front office

• Monday-Thursday 5th-6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 4:30-6:00 PM

• Monday - Thursday 7th-8th Grade Boys Basketball 6:00-7:30 PM

• Monday-Thursday Girl’s Basketball 3:00-4:30 PM

• Access information about Title I on the Carlisle Elementary School website

• 2/21-Sullivan Elementary spring shirts forms and money due. Cost: $8 per shirt. Optional: Send $10 to help provide shirts for those in need. Sizes available: Youth S/M/L & Adult S/M/L/XL. Payment: Cash or check (made out to SES) Forms are available now. Note: Teachers cannot provide change.

• 2/28-5th grade talent show at 1:00.

• 3/18-School Smiles will visit SES. If your student was seen last year in the fall, they will be on the list to been seen again, so there is no need to register. Forms will be sent home or you can sign up using the following link. www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup

• Order your yearbook today! Order online at ybpay.com using Yearbook ID Code: 1284725. Deadline to order is March 14, 2025.

• Archery will practice Tuesdays in the middle school multipurpose room. (Enter through the front doors of the middle school). 3rd grade- 5:30-6:30; 4th grade- 6:30-7:30; 5th grade- 7:30-8:30

• Big Brother Big Sister Program: This is for students who have previously signed up and been

  accepted to the program. For students to be able to stay, parents MUST put this in PickUp Patrol. Students can be picked up at the south entrance (door 23) at 4 PM. Parents are to park, exit their vehicle, and pick students up at the door. If you have any questions, please email Dani Hamilton at dhamilton@swest.k12.in.us. Big Brother Big Sisters Program will meet on the following dates: 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8,4/22.

• Homework Helps occurs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students should be picked up at the front entrance at 4:00 PM. Parents should update Pick-Up Patrol if they intend for their child to stay.

• Join the SES Title I Facebook group to stay up to date on what is happening in Title I at SES and access to helpful educational tools and resources for our children.
• Access information about Title I on the Sullivan Elementary School website.

• 2/24-NO SCHOOL-Teacher Professional Development Day
• 3/16-Future Chef Challenge at SHS.
• 3/21--NO SCHOOL
• 3/24-3/28-NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
• Enrollment for the 2024-2025 Indiana 4-H program year has begun. Visit https://in.4honline.com or contact your local Purdue Extension office for details.
• All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
• Enroll your child in free monthly books by going to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library!
• Stay in the game! Click here for athletic event ticket price information!
• Click here for an important update regarding broken Chromebook devices and charges that will apply.

• If you would like your child to be considered for the Brown Baggers program please Have stop by your child's school office to fill out a form.

• Nutrislice is our Sodexo Food Service's digital solution for menu and nutrition needs. Nutrislice allows parents and students to access menus, ingredients, and allergens for all items served in their school cafeteria on a weekly basis through the web or app platforms. Click on the Nutrislice link to access your school's menu.

• 2024-2025 SWSC School Corporation Calendar