The ACS Insider

For most of the 260 students at Southview Preschool, several elements of their early educational experience are mapped out for them before they even set foot in a classroom.

The preschool was established in 2013. According to school administrators, about 42% of the students this year have special needs...more.

Six Anderson Community Schools (ACS) students were recognized on Saturday, August 24, 2024 during the Gaslight Festival in a special ceremony at Funko Park. The students participated in the "Love your City" essay contest and finished either 1st or 2nd in their division...more.

Sa'ir Malone, a 5th grade High Ability student at Eastside Elementary School, held his second book signing last week at Sherman Street Church. The event marked the release of two new books! Sa'ir, who is just 10 years old, now has authored 3 books. He has done so by participating in our ACE Clubs program. Each of his books have been published in partnership with Write Brian Books and can be purchased by emailing info@writebrainworld.com or calling 1-855-WB-BOOKS, ext. 1.

The Indiana Association for Career and Technical Education (IACTE) named the Anderson / District 26 Career Center's Culinary Instructor Chef Domonic Tardy as their 2024 Teacher of the Year! They did so at their All State Conference last week in Indianapolis.

Anderson High School (AHS) seniors Isaac Knost and Jaylin Hernandez were recently named finalists for the Lilly Endowment Scholarship by the Madison County Community Foundation! Madison County's Scholarships will be provided to two students, who will be provided eight semesters of full tuition, required fees, and a special allocation of $900 per year for required books and required equipment for four years of undergraduate study on a full time basis...more.

Mr. Morgan, a substitute teacher at Anderson Intermediate School (AIS), has become an Internet sensation over the past few weeks! A talented musician, Mr. Morgan plays music, skates, and dances in the Cafeteria during lunch every Friday. His high energy performances have quickly become something that students and staff look forward to each week. And, recently caught the attention of WRTV-6 who did a story on him...more.

Anderson Community Schools (ACS) Superintendent Dr. Joe Cronk recently wrote an article that appeared in The Herald Bulletin. In it he explains why schools should not be defined only be standardized test scores. The article can be found here.

You are invited to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with Anderson Community Schools on October 1, 2024 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Anderson High School (AHS) District 26 Career Center. At this free event you can sample foods prepared by the AHS District 26 Career Center's Culinary Arts program. They will be preparing foods from: El Salvador, Mexico, Brazil, and Puerto Rico. In addition to voting on your favorite dish, guests can enjoy Latin Storytelling by Giselle Trujillo. For more information please contact Dr. Treva Bostic at (765) 641-2023.

This year’s theme at Anderson Community Schools is “We are F.I.R.S.T”. We truly believe that we are the first and best choice for students and families in Anderson and Madison County. Guided by our ACS F.I.R.S.T. strategic plan, we are committed to providing the best quality educational experience for our students.

• Click here to learn more about our strategic plan.
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