Class of 1973 alumnus Ann Kleinke Sherrick has created a new Plymouth High School alumni Blog. Her aim is to help alumni keep in touch with each other. Alumni should take a look at this Blog and hopefully it will give you a tool to rekindle old friendships. Thanks for your work Ann!
www.plymouthhighalumni.com.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Board Meeting
The Plymouth Community School Board of Trustees met Thursday, July 10, at 5:15 at the Administration Building. Below is a summary of several personnel actions along with 10 business items.
Personnel
The Board approved the recommendations to employ the following teachers for the upcoming school year. Dianne Jeffirs-Himes (elementary media specialist), Chelsea Bennett (junior high social studies), Rebecca Ippel (high school ENL), Ben Snyder (high school PE), Chris Kirkum (high school Industrial Tech), and Melissa DeFord (high school English). A photo and a short biography for each new teacher will be on the Blog after school starts.
Business Transactions
1. The Board heard a report on the Marshall County Alternative School.
2. The Board selected The Pilot News for legal advertising.
3. The Board received a report on the high school spring athletic season from Mr. Benge.
4. The Board adopted an Acceptable Use Policy for staff members.
5. The Board eliminated the Tier System for administrative contracts and equalized the pay and benefits for Director of Guidance and the Athletic Director.
6. The Board approved payments for two building project affidavits.
7. The Board passed a resolution to allow payments for interest bearing bills since there will not be another meeting for a month.
8. The Board took under advisement several options for the use of the remaining construction funds.
9. The Board received three fuel bids and rejected each of them.
10. The Board approved a transfer-tuition student for the high school.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for the Administration Building on August 7, 2008, at 7:00 PM. The budget workshop is scheduled for August 21 and the budget hearing is scheduled for September 4.
Personnel
The Board approved the recommendations to employ the following teachers for the upcoming school year. Dianne Jeffirs-Himes (elementary media specialist), Chelsea Bennett (junior high social studies), Rebecca Ippel (high school ENL), Ben Snyder (high school PE), Chris Kirkum (high school Industrial Tech), and Melissa DeFord (high school English). A photo and a short biography for each new teacher will be on the Blog after school starts.
Business Transactions
1. The Board heard a report on the Marshall County Alternative School.
2. The Board selected The Pilot News for legal advertising.
3. The Board received a report on the high school spring athletic season from Mr. Benge.
4. The Board adopted an Acceptable Use Policy for staff members.
5. The Board eliminated the Tier System for administrative contracts and equalized the pay and benefits for Director of Guidance and the Athletic Director.
6. The Board approved payments for two building project affidavits.
7. The Board passed a resolution to allow payments for interest bearing bills since there will not be another meeting for a month.
8. The Board took under advisement several options for the use of the remaining construction funds.
9. The Board received three fuel bids and rejected each of them.
10. The Board approved a transfer-tuition student for the high school.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for the Administration Building on August 7, 2008, at 7:00 PM. The budget workshop is scheduled for August 21 and the budget hearing is scheduled for September 4.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Alumni Hall of Fame
The 26th Plymouth High School Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Award was presented at the Plymouth High School Alumni Banquet held on Friday, June 20th.
Recipient of the award is Steve Yoder, Class of 1958.
Mr. Yoder’s accomplishments are: Steve Yoder was born on November 1, 1939, in Plymouth, Indiana to Newell and Patricia Yoder, the oldest of six children. He was a natural athlete who learned to love sports on the playground at Webster Elementary School. At Plymouth High School, he was a true student-athlete, demonstrating his leadership and work ethic by achieving academically as well as athletically. Active in student government, he was elected class president two years in a row. During his senior year in 1958, he represented the Plymouth community at Boys State, where he was elected Secretary of State. However, sports was (and still is) Steve’s passion. One classmate recalled a basketball game against Bremen High School in which Steve alone scored as much as the entire Bremen team. Despite all of his successes, his classmates remember him as a friendly, considerate, and humble person.
Steve earned a Bachelor of Science Degree at Illinois Wesleyan University in 1962 and went on to earn a Masters Degree in Secondary Education at St. Francis College. This led to his first teaching and coaching position at Glen Ellyn Junior High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, from 1962-1965. In 1965, Steve returned to his roots and became the Plymouth High School head coach for basketball and baseball and an assistant coach for football. During his eight years at Plymouth, the basketball team went to several regional championships, beginning a tradition of excellence that continues today. Along with coaching, Steve opened Yoder’s Sports Center in 1970, a full-service retail sporting goods store that is still family-owned and located in downtown Plymouth.
Success as a high school coach led to opportunities in college coaching. Steve was assistant basketball coach at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina from 1973-1975. After a year as head basketball coach at Penn High School in Mishawaka, Indiana, Steve became the assistant basketball coach at Ball State University and then the head coach, serving in that capacity from 1977-1982. His years at Ball State saw the team claim a NCAA berth in 1981, several Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championships, five straight first-division MAC finishes, and the first 20-win season in school history. Steve was twice honored as MAC Coach of the Year and recognized as the Ball State coach with the most wins since 1938. Ball State University recognized his accomplishments in 2001 by inducting him into the Ball State Athletic Hall of Fame. In 1982, Steve began a decade as head basketball coach at the University of Wisconsin, where he coached the team to its most wins in 48 years. Again he was recognized not just as a great coach, but as a person of integrity and leadership. He was named Basketball Times Midwest Coach of the Year in 1981, and in 1989 he was Big Ten Coach of the Year runner-up. As head coach of the Badgers, Steve guided his team to two NIT tournaments. During his stint at Wisconsin, he stepped into the role of broadcaster, hosting weekly statewide radio and television shows. He continued to influence younger athletes; his Steve Yoder Basketball Camps drew over 700 participants every year, and he traveled worldwide, coaching players from Syria to Japan to Hungary.
After coaching, from 1993-2000, Steve embarked on a career as a color analyst, working jointly for ESPN and the Big Ten for regionally broadcasted Big Ten Games. His expertise was also sought by the LA Lakers in 1996, and he was their Advance Game Scout until 2000. The Indiana Pacers hired Steve in 2000 as a full-time Player Scout. He worked in that position evaluating college talent leading up to the annual draft pick until 2003. After three years with the Pacers, Steve was offered a Player Scout position with the New York Knicks. He is currently in his fifth year with the Knicks.
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Recipient of the award is Steve Yoder, Class of 1958.
Mr. Yoder’s accomplishments are: Steve Yoder was born on November 1, 1939, in Plymouth, Indiana to Newell and Patricia Yoder, the oldest of six children. He was a natural athlete who learned to love sports on the playground at Webster Elementary School. At Plymouth High School, he was a true student-athlete, demonstrating his leadership and work ethic by achieving academically as well as athletically. Active in student government, he was elected class president two years in a row. During his senior year in 1958, he represented the Plymouth community at Boys State, where he was elected Secretary of State. However, sports was (and still is) Steve’s passion. One classmate recalled a basketball game against Bremen High School in which Steve alone scored as much as the entire Bremen team. Despite all of his successes, his classmates remember him as a friendly, considerate, and humble person.
Steve earned a Bachelor of Science Degree at Illinois Wesleyan University in 1962 and went on to earn a Masters Degree in Secondary Education at St. Francis College. This led to his first teaching and coaching position at Glen Ellyn Junior High School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, from 1962-1965. In 1965, Steve returned to his roots and became the Plymouth High School head coach for basketball and baseball and an assistant coach for football. During his eight years at Plymouth, the basketball team went to several regional championships, beginning a tradition of excellence that continues today. Along with coaching, Steve opened Yoder’s Sports Center in 1970, a full-service retail sporting goods store that is still family-owned and located in downtown Plymouth.
Success as a high school coach led to opportunities in college coaching. Steve was assistant basketball coach at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina from 1973-1975. After a year as head basketball coach at Penn High School in Mishawaka, Indiana, Steve became the assistant basketball coach at Ball State University and then the head coach, serving in that capacity from 1977-1982. His years at Ball State saw the team claim a NCAA berth in 1981, several Mid-American Conference (MAC) Championships, five straight first-division MAC finishes, and the first 20-win season in school history. Steve was twice honored as MAC Coach of the Year and recognized as the Ball State coach with the most wins since 1938. Ball State University recognized his accomplishments in 2001 by inducting him into the Ball State Athletic Hall of Fame. In 1982, Steve began a decade as head basketball coach at the University of Wisconsin, where he coached the team to its most wins in 48 years. Again he was recognized not just as a great coach, but as a person of integrity and leadership. He was named Basketball Times Midwest Coach of the Year in 1981, and in 1989 he was Big Ten Coach of the Year runner-up. As head coach of the Badgers, Steve guided his team to two NIT tournaments. During his stint at Wisconsin, he stepped into the role of broadcaster, hosting weekly statewide radio and television shows. He continued to influence younger athletes; his Steve Yoder Basketball Camps drew over 700 participants every year, and he traveled worldwide, coaching players from Syria to Japan to Hungary.
After coaching, from 1993-2000, Steve embarked on a career as a color analyst, working jointly for ESPN and the Big Ten for regionally broadcasted Big Ten Games. His expertise was also sought by the LA Lakers in 1996, and he was their Advance Game Scout until 2000. The Indiana Pacers hired Steve in 2000 as a full-time Player Scout. He worked in that position evaluating college talent leading up to the annual draft pick until 2003. After three years with the Pacers, Steve was offered a Player Scout position with the New York Knicks. He is currently in his fifth year with the Knicks.
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Friday, June 06, 2008
Summary of June 5 Board Meeting
Several new teachers and administrators were hired at last night's board meeting. They include the following:
- Ruth McCollough, PHS FACS Teacher
- Lauren Cooper, Washington 2nd Grade Teacher
- Kim Burns, Riverside 5th Grade Teacher
- Erik Knebel, Riverside 6th Grade Teacher
- Carly Everingham, GED Adult Education Teacher
- Andrew Hartley, PHS Assistant Principal
- Dr. Rodger Smith, Assistant Superintendent
The following students were recognized as their school's winners of the Wellness Writing Contest.
- Josh Downen, Washington
- Jarrod Ellis, Riverside
- Gabby Garver, Menominee
- Heather Griewank, Lincoln
- Steven Helm, Webster
- Aaron Houin, Riverside
- Zoe Keilman, Jefferson
- Luke Schumacher, Riverside
The following Plymouth High School students in the class of 2008 received their diplomas. Last Friday night they competed in the IHSAA State Track Meet.
- Morgan Hite
- Holly Nifong
The Board reviewed student handbooks for Plymouth High School and Lincoln Junior High School.
The Board gave permission for Rick Scott, Transportation Director, to advertise for bids for fuel.
The Board was given School Improvement Plan updates from all schools for review.
The Board reappointed Eleanor Kacmar-Danielson to a four-year term on the Library Board.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for June 19, at 7:00 PM in the Board Room.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Summary of the May 15, 2008 Board Meeting
Personnel recommendations included, but were not limited to, the retirement of Sara Lopez, Jan Shockney, Jan Reid, and Paula Arvesen. All have long tenure in Plymouth Community Schools and are sorry to see them leave us.
Appointments included, but were not limited to: Katy Stewart - 4th grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary, Jessica Huntley - 4th grade teacher at Washington Elementary, Jesse Evans - Lincoln Jr. High Band Director, Jennifer Faulstich - Lincoln Jr. High math, and Kevin Stuckmeyer - PHS Head Varsity Basketball Coach.
Mrs. Carrie McGuire and several teachers were present to give an executive summary of the Webster School academic growth plan.
Textbook fees for 2008-2009 for grades K-6 were established.
Melissa Christiansen was appointed as a member of the Redevelopment Commission.
During Superintendent remarks, Mr. Tyree gave an update on the soccer field and thanked Dr. Ratliff and Mr. Harrison for their exemplary work on the bomb threat and the visit of Former President Clinton. Mr. Tyree also congratulated the BPA on an outstanding performance at their National Convention and gave a public thank-you to Mr. Don Harrison for doing a great job as the interim assistant principal at the high school. Mr. Harrison’s last day was May 16th.
The next meeting will be June 5, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room.
Appointments included, but were not limited to: Katy Stewart - 4th grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary, Jessica Huntley - 4th grade teacher at Washington Elementary, Jesse Evans - Lincoln Jr. High Band Director, Jennifer Faulstich - Lincoln Jr. High math, and Kevin Stuckmeyer - PHS Head Varsity Basketball Coach.
Mrs. Carrie McGuire and several teachers were present to give an executive summary of the Webster School academic growth plan.
Textbook fees for 2008-2009 for grades K-6 were established.
Melissa Christiansen was appointed as a member of the Redevelopment Commission.
During Superintendent remarks, Mr. Tyree gave an update on the soccer field and thanked Dr. Ratliff and Mr. Harrison for their exemplary work on the bomb threat and the visit of Former President Clinton. Mr. Tyree also congratulated the BPA on an outstanding performance at their National Convention and gave a public thank-you to Mr. Don Harrison for doing a great job as the interim assistant principal at the high school. Mr. Harrison’s last day was May 16th.
The next meeting will be June 5, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room.
Monday, May 12, 2008
Blog Bits
PLYMOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
BOMB THREAT CASE RESOLVED
The administration of Plymouth High School reports that the investigation of last week's bomb threat has been completed with a receipt of an admission of guilt from a high school student. The PHS administration wishes to thank all those involved in the investigation including the Plymouth Police Force, students, parents, and other school and community stakeholders who provided valuable information in the process. At this time, the school will work in conjunction with the Plymouth Police Department to ensure that due process is followed.
BOMB THREAT CASE RESOLVED
The administration of Plymouth High School reports that the investigation of last week's bomb threat has been completed with a receipt of an admission of guilt from a high school student. The PHS administration wishes to thank all those involved in the investigation including the Plymouth Police Force, students, parents, and other school and community stakeholders who provided valuable information in the process. At this time, the school will work in conjunction with the Plymouth Police Department to ensure that due process is followed.
Thursday, May 08, 2008
Press Release 05-08-08
On Tuesday, May 6, 2008, a bomb threat for this Friday, May 9, 2008, was found in a stall of the Plymouth High School bathroom. High school administration involved Plymouth Police Officer Mark Owens immediately to develop the following plan:
· Our Administration has investigated tapes from security cameras in an attempt to identify the potential suspect(s).
· There was a faculty meeting held on Wednesday evening immediately after school to communicate strategies with the faculty.
· There was a floor to ceiling search of the entire high school on Wednesday after school.
· Since nothing was detected, a communication will be sent home with students on Thursday, May 8, 2008. Mr. Condon read this letter to the students at 10:30 a.m. this morning on the PA.
· If nothing is found through all of these efforts, there will be some changes at the high school on Friday. These changes are addressed in the letter attached from Mr. Condon.
Parents,
We are dealing with an issue that must be taken seriously that I want to make you aware of. On May 6, a bomb threat was reported to the administration. This threat was made in the form of a note placed on a bathroom wall here at school. The note stated that a bomb would go off on Friday at noon. Regardless of whether I feel this threat is credible or not, we must give it our full attention as we always place the safety of everyone attending Plymouth High School as our top priority.
As a faculty, we have worked diligently to search our building to make sure everything is okay. We have also worked in cooperation with the local police department to conduct a complete search of our building and additional searches will continue to take place.
As far as students or parents are concerned, we are asking for your cooperation in this issue in a couple different ways:
If you have any information that may lead us to a potential suspect please bring that forth to a building administrator. You will be rewarded for any information that may help us in our efforts.
On Friday, we ask that students not enter school with any backpacks or large carrying bags. Instead, students are being asked to leave those items at home or in their car. If a need exists to carry a bag or backpack to school it must be related to a physical or medical condition and receive preapproval from a principal.
Beginning on Friday, student access to the building will not be allowed prior to 7:15 A.M.
Student entry into the building will be limited to doors 1 and 5 between 7:15 and the time that busses drop off at PHS. Students riding busses will enter the building as they always have.
Attendance at school on Friday will be optional and will not be held against you if you bring a note from your parent to student services upon your return Monday. We will conduct school as usual Friday and hope that you will join us.
Upon arriving at school Friday, students should expect to see some police officers on campus Friday working in conjunction with the administration to ensure that everything is okay.
Before students leave school today, each of you will receive a letter describing the threat and everything we have done to investigate this issue. Please give this letter to your parents as soon as you get home from school. These letters will be passed out to you today during your 6th period class. If you leave school before the end of the school day, please stop in to the main office and ask for a copy of this letter from Mrs. VanMeter.
Thank you for your cooperation. Please be aware that the safety of your child is our top priority. Feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
James Condon, Principal
Plymouth High School
Spanish Version:
8 de Mayo del 2008
El martes, 6 de Mayo del 2008, una amenaza de una bomba para este viernes, 9 de Mayo del 2008, fue encontrada en un baño de la Escuela la High School. LA administración de la High school involucraron a el Oficial de Policía, Mark Owens inmediatamente para desarrollar el siguiente plan: · Nuestra administración ha investigado cintas de las cámaras de seguridad en busca de identificar a el/los posible sospechoso(s). · Hubo una junta con el personal que se llevo acabo el miércoles en la tarde inmediatamente después e la escuela para comunicar las estrategias con el personal. · Hubo una búsqueda del piso al techo de toda la high school el miércoles después de la escuela. · Como nada fue detectado, una comunicación será enviada a casa con los estudiantes el jueves, 8 de Mayo del 2008. El Señor Condon leyó esta carta a los estudiantes a las 10:30 a.m. esta mañana en el PA (un sistema que se escucha dentro de toda la escuela). · Si nada es encontrado entre todos estos esfuerzos, habrán algunos cambios en la high school el viernes. Estos cambios son dirigidos en la carta adjunto departe del Señor Condon.
Estimados Padres,
Estamos tratando con un tema/asunto que debemos de tomar muy enserio y que quiero mantenerlos enterados. El 6 de Mayo, una amenaza de una bomba fue reportada a la administración. Esta amenaza fue hecha en la forma de una nota y fue colocada en la pared de un baño aquí en la escuela. Esta nota declaraba que una bomba estallaría el viernes a medio día. A pesar de que yo sienta que la amenaza sea creíble o no, debemos darle nuestra completa atención como siempre ponemos la seguridad de todos que asisten a la Escuela la Plymouth High School como nuestra alta prioridad.Juntos como personal, hemos trabajado diligentemente para buscar en nuestro edificio para asegurarnos que todo este bien. También hemos trabajado en cooperación con el departamento de la policía local para conducir una búsqueda completa del edificio entero y se continuara en hacer búsquedas adicionales. Por lo tanto en acuerdo a los estudiantes o padres, les estamos pidiendo por su cooperación sobre este asunto en unas cuantas maneras diferentes: 1. Si usted tiene alguna información que nos puede dirigir hacia el potencial sospechoso por favor traiga esa información a la administración del edificio. Será recompensado por la información que nos ayudara en nuestros esfuerzos. 2. El vieres, le pedimos que los estudiantes no entren a la escuela con cualquier mochila o bolsas grandes. Se les pide a los estudiantes que mejor dejen estos artículos en casa o en sus coches. Se existe la necesidad de llevar una mochila o una bolsa a la escuela debe ser relacionada a una condición médica o física y recibir el permiso anterior del principal. 3. Al comenzar el viernes, el acceso a los estudiantes al edificio no será permitido antes de las 7:15 A.M. 4. La entrada al edificio para los estudiantes será limitada a las puertas 1 y 5 entre las 7:15 y la hora en la cual los autobuses dejan en la PHS. Los estudiantes que usan los autobuses entraran el edificio como siempre lo han hecho. 5. La asistencia a la escuela el viernes será opcional y no contara contra los estudiantes si traen una nota de sus padres al regresar el lunes. Conduciremos la escuela el viernes como normalmente y esperamos que nos acompañe.6. Al regresar a la escuela el viernes, los estudiantes deben esperar ver a oficiales de policía en el edificio trabajando en ayudarnos asegura que todo este bien.Gracias por su cooperación. Este enterado que la seguridad de su hijo/a es nuestra prioridad más alta. Siéntase libre en llamarme si usted tiene alguna preocupación o preguntas adicionales.
Sinceramente,
James Condon, PrincipalPlymouth High School
· Our Administration has investigated tapes from security cameras in an attempt to identify the potential suspect(s).
· There was a faculty meeting held on Wednesday evening immediately after school to communicate strategies with the faculty.
· There was a floor to ceiling search of the entire high school on Wednesday after school.
· Since nothing was detected, a communication will be sent home with students on Thursday, May 8, 2008. Mr. Condon read this letter to the students at 10:30 a.m. this morning on the PA.
· If nothing is found through all of these efforts, there will be some changes at the high school on Friday. These changes are addressed in the letter attached from Mr. Condon.
Parents,
We are dealing with an issue that must be taken seriously that I want to make you aware of. On May 6, a bomb threat was reported to the administration. This threat was made in the form of a note placed on a bathroom wall here at school. The note stated that a bomb would go off on Friday at noon. Regardless of whether I feel this threat is credible or not, we must give it our full attention as we always place the safety of everyone attending Plymouth High School as our top priority.
As a faculty, we have worked diligently to search our building to make sure everything is okay. We have also worked in cooperation with the local police department to conduct a complete search of our building and additional searches will continue to take place.
As far as students or parents are concerned, we are asking for your cooperation in this issue in a couple different ways:
If you have any information that may lead us to a potential suspect please bring that forth to a building administrator. You will be rewarded for any information that may help us in our efforts.
On Friday, we ask that students not enter school with any backpacks or large carrying bags. Instead, students are being asked to leave those items at home or in their car. If a need exists to carry a bag or backpack to school it must be related to a physical or medical condition and receive preapproval from a principal.
Beginning on Friday, student access to the building will not be allowed prior to 7:15 A.M.
Student entry into the building will be limited to doors 1 and 5 between 7:15 and the time that busses drop off at PHS. Students riding busses will enter the building as they always have.
Attendance at school on Friday will be optional and will not be held against you if you bring a note from your parent to student services upon your return Monday. We will conduct school as usual Friday and hope that you will join us.
Upon arriving at school Friday, students should expect to see some police officers on campus Friday working in conjunction with the administration to ensure that everything is okay.
Before students leave school today, each of you will receive a letter describing the threat and everything we have done to investigate this issue. Please give this letter to your parents as soon as you get home from school. These letters will be passed out to you today during your 6th period class. If you leave school before the end of the school day, please stop in to the main office and ask for a copy of this letter from Mrs. VanMeter.
Thank you for your cooperation. Please be aware that the safety of your child is our top priority. Feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
James Condon, Principal
Plymouth High School
Spanish Version:
8 de Mayo del 2008
El martes, 6 de Mayo del 2008, una amenaza de una bomba para este viernes, 9 de Mayo del 2008, fue encontrada en un baño de la Escuela la High School. LA administración de la High school involucraron a el Oficial de Policía, Mark Owens inmediatamente para desarrollar el siguiente plan: · Nuestra administración ha investigado cintas de las cámaras de seguridad en busca de identificar a el/los posible sospechoso(s). · Hubo una junta con el personal que se llevo acabo el miércoles en la tarde inmediatamente después e la escuela para comunicar las estrategias con el personal. · Hubo una búsqueda del piso al techo de toda la high school el miércoles después de la escuela. · Como nada fue detectado, una comunicación será enviada a casa con los estudiantes el jueves, 8 de Mayo del 2008. El Señor Condon leyó esta carta a los estudiantes a las 10:30 a.m. esta mañana en el PA (un sistema que se escucha dentro de toda la escuela). · Si nada es encontrado entre todos estos esfuerzos, habrán algunos cambios en la high school el viernes. Estos cambios son dirigidos en la carta adjunto departe del Señor Condon.
Estimados Padres,
Estamos tratando con un tema/asunto que debemos de tomar muy enserio y que quiero mantenerlos enterados. El 6 de Mayo, una amenaza de una bomba fue reportada a la administración. Esta amenaza fue hecha en la forma de una nota y fue colocada en la pared de un baño aquí en la escuela. Esta nota declaraba que una bomba estallaría el viernes a medio día. A pesar de que yo sienta que la amenaza sea creíble o no, debemos darle nuestra completa atención como siempre ponemos la seguridad de todos que asisten a la Escuela la Plymouth High School como nuestra alta prioridad.Juntos como personal, hemos trabajado diligentemente para buscar en nuestro edificio para asegurarnos que todo este bien. También hemos trabajado en cooperación con el departamento de la policía local para conducir una búsqueda completa del edificio entero y se continuara en hacer búsquedas adicionales. Por lo tanto en acuerdo a los estudiantes o padres, les estamos pidiendo por su cooperación sobre este asunto en unas cuantas maneras diferentes: 1. Si usted tiene alguna información que nos puede dirigir hacia el potencial sospechoso por favor traiga esa información a la administración del edificio. Será recompensado por la información que nos ayudara en nuestros esfuerzos. 2. El vieres, le pedimos que los estudiantes no entren a la escuela con cualquier mochila o bolsas grandes. Se les pide a los estudiantes que mejor dejen estos artículos en casa o en sus coches. Se existe la necesidad de llevar una mochila o una bolsa a la escuela debe ser relacionada a una condición médica o física y recibir el permiso anterior del principal. 3. Al comenzar el viernes, el acceso a los estudiantes al edificio no será permitido antes de las 7:15 A.M. 4. La entrada al edificio para los estudiantes será limitada a las puertas 1 y 5 entre las 7:15 y la hora en la cual los autobuses dejan en la PHS. Los estudiantes que usan los autobuses entraran el edificio como siempre lo han hecho. 5. La asistencia a la escuela el viernes será opcional y no contara contra los estudiantes si traen una nota de sus padres al regresar el lunes. Conduciremos la escuela el viernes como normalmente y esperamos que nos acompañe.6. Al regresar a la escuela el viernes, los estudiantes deben esperar ver a oficiales de policía en el edificio trabajando en ayudarnos asegura que todo este bien.Gracias por su cooperación. Este enterado que la seguridad de su hijo/a es nuestra prioridad más alta. Siéntase libre en llamarme si usted tiene alguna preocupación o preguntas adicionales.
Sinceramente,
James Condon, PrincipalPlymouth High School
Friday, May 02, 2008
Board Meeting of May 1, 2008
The meeting started at 7:00 p.m. Under organization of the meeting, a Pledge of Allegiance was given. Opening and setting the agenda of the meeting continued by looking at the various agenda adjustments as noted. Audience participation was offered, and the minutes of the April 17 regular meeting were approved unanimously. Monthly claims were approved as presented.
Under business transactions, textbook adoption recommendations were presented by
Mr. Tyree. For language arts, he reviewed the composition of committee members, and the Board approved as presented.
Mr. Dunn presented a report on the High Ability/Gifted and Talented Program, extensively discussing the changes that have been made in the past year, making a number of indications of the Plymouth program and where that is going. He answered questions from the Board until all the questions had been answered.
Under report from the maintenance department, in the absence of Mr. Bruce Hite,
Mr. Tyree reviewed the items offered concerning the maintenance program for the summer and indicated those projects which have been completed, those which estimates are currently being sought, and he gave an indication of where we were on those particular projects.
The donation report indicates that from Lincoln Junior High School, a $300 donation was made by Martin Supermarkets, and the board graciously accepted those and requested that thanks be sent to Martin Supermarkets.
Mr. Tyree gave an update concerning the soccer field status, indicating the preparations are in continued process of being met for initiation of that program in the fall.
Affidavits for payment were considered. Affidavit number 54 was approved for the amount of $4,191.40 for a fencing project from the contingency fund. Affidavit number 64 was approved, also from contingency items and technology, in the amount of $123,290.15.
Under superintendent’s remarks, Mr. Tyree offered a review of the fact that Riverside Drama Club is currently conducting a number of drama activities with their students. The high school is making a presentation of Grease this weekend, and it is noted that Plymouth High School is being acknowledged for 100 years of accreditation with the North Central Association this year.
These past months, we have had Principal for a Day, where we have had members of the community into each of our schools spending time with principals, and their participation is very much appreciated.
The next meeting is scheduled for May 15th. Due to a number of school activities, the Board is requesting that that time be changed from 7:00 to 5:00. The meeting will be held at Webster Elementary. There were no other questions at that point, and the meeting was adjourned.
Under business transactions, textbook adoption recommendations were presented by
Mr. Tyree. For language arts, he reviewed the composition of committee members, and the Board approved as presented.
Mr. Dunn presented a report on the High Ability/Gifted and Talented Program, extensively discussing the changes that have been made in the past year, making a number of indications of the Plymouth program and where that is going. He answered questions from the Board until all the questions had been answered.
Under report from the maintenance department, in the absence of Mr. Bruce Hite,
Mr. Tyree reviewed the items offered concerning the maintenance program for the summer and indicated those projects which have been completed, those which estimates are currently being sought, and he gave an indication of where we were on those particular projects.
The donation report indicates that from Lincoln Junior High School, a $300 donation was made by Martin Supermarkets, and the board graciously accepted those and requested that thanks be sent to Martin Supermarkets.
Mr. Tyree gave an update concerning the soccer field status, indicating the preparations are in continued process of being met for initiation of that program in the fall.
Affidavits for payment were considered. Affidavit number 54 was approved for the amount of $4,191.40 for a fencing project from the contingency fund. Affidavit number 64 was approved, also from contingency items and technology, in the amount of $123,290.15.
Under superintendent’s remarks, Mr. Tyree offered a review of the fact that Riverside Drama Club is currently conducting a number of drama activities with their students. The high school is making a presentation of Grease this weekend, and it is noted that Plymouth High School is being acknowledged for 100 years of accreditation with the North Central Association this year.
These past months, we have had Principal for a Day, where we have had members of the community into each of our schools spending time with principals, and their participation is very much appreciated.
The next meeting is scheduled for May 15th. Due to a number of school activities, the Board is requesting that that time be changed from 7:00 to 5:00. The meeting will be held at Webster Elementary. There were no other questions at that point, and the meeting was adjourned.
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Former President Bill Clinton
PHS will host Former President Bill Clinton for a visit on Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 4:00-5:00, in the Varsity Gym. Students and community members are welcome to attend. PHS is working with his staff to finalize plans for his visit. An update will be sent as more information becomes available.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Academic Superbowl
The Academic Super Bowl team had a great night last night. They finished 1st in Science, English, Fine Arts, and Interdisciplinary categories. They finished second in Social Studies and Math. Give a pat on the back to the following people:
Nikki Chalk
Kailin Dodson
Nathan Dubinin
Tim Gordon
Kasey Greer
Sarah Griewank
Shani Horvath
Madelyn Horvath
Robert McClellan
Nicole Menser
Scott See
Nikki Chalk
Kailin Dodson
Nathan Dubinin
Tim Gordon
Kasey Greer
Sarah Griewank
Shani Horvath
Madelyn Horvath
Robert McClellan
Nicole Menser
Scott See
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Revised - PHS Summer School Dates
Session I - June 3, 2008 - June 30, 2008 (8:00 am - 12:00 pm)
Session II - July 1, 2008 - July 29, 2008 (8:00 am - 12:00 pm)
No school on July 4, 2008
Basic Skills Summer School - July 14, 2008 - August 8, 2008 (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Session II - July 1, 2008 - July 29, 2008 (8:00 am - 12:00 pm)
No school on July 4, 2008
Basic Skills Summer School - July 14, 2008 - August 8, 2008 (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
Nancy Jaynes Arrangements
Friday:
Visitation will be held in the Plymouth High School Multi Purpose Room beginning at
5:00 P.M. and ending at 8:00 P.M.
Visitors to PHS will enter and exit through door #5.
Saturday:
Visitation will be held in the auditorium beginning at 11:00 A.M. and ending at 1:00 P.M.
The funeral will also be held in the auditorium immediately following the visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M.
Individuals attending the Saturday visitation/funeral will enter and exit PHS through door #5.
Visitation will be held in the Plymouth High School Multi Purpose Room beginning at
5:00 P.M. and ending at 8:00 P.M.
Visitors to PHS will enter and exit through door #5.
Saturday:
Visitation will be held in the auditorium beginning at 11:00 A.M. and ending at 1:00 P.M.
The funeral will also be held in the auditorium immediately following the visitation beginning at 1:00 P.M.
Individuals attending the Saturday visitation/funeral will enter and exit PHS through door #5.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Board of School Trustees Update
This is an update of the School Board of Trustees Board Meeting that was held on March 19, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Lincoln Jr. High.
Business items:
1. Appointment of a New Superintendent: Board President, Todd Samuelson, explained the process the Board has used to choose a new superintendent. The Board is still in the process of making a selection from the final three candidates. Mr. Samuelson hopes to be able to announce a new superintendent at the April 3rd board meeting held at the Administration Building Board Room.
2. Ratification of Teacher Contract: The Board ratified the 2-year teacher contract last evening. The teachers received a 3% increase in salary the first year and also a 3% increase in salary the second year. The first year there will be a .25% added on to the VEBA. Extra-curricular will also have 3% increase both years. The Board will pay for a single plan, with the exception of $1.00, plus single dental and single vision. The Board will now pay more than the single plan for family insurance. Several items of language were changed including bereavement leave, transfer language, and collaboration language.
3. Classified Conditions of Employment: The classified will also receive a 3% increase each year. They will receive the same insurance and bereavement leave benefits. The bus drivers will also receive a 3% increase each year. In addition, the bus drivers will receive an increase from $3,000 to $3,500 paid for their insurance.
4. LJH Academic Growth Plan: Mr. Funston updated the Board on the academic growth plan and the ISTEP results at Lincoln Junior High.
5. Strategic Plan: Mr. Tyree updated the strategic plan.
6. Textbook Adoption: Mr. Tyree presented the top two selections for each book proposed for adoption in world language and language arts, grades K-12. The books now go on display for any interested community member. These books may be viewed at the Administration Building Board Room at 611 Berkley. Office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Please call (574) 936-3115 to make an appointment to view these books as the Board Room is used for many meetings during the week as well.
7. Legislative Report: Mr. Gifford gave a brief report on the end of the legislative session and how it affects schools. Mr. Gifford will be able to give a more detailed report a later date.
8. ENL/Migrant Summer School: Mr. Tyree asked for permission to apply for the ENL/Migrant summer school grant. The Board approved.
9. Savings on Spring Projects: Mr. Tyree reported savings on spring projects of $56,000.00. The Board approved of two additional projects 1) putting new vinyl on the walls of the Plymouth High School auditorium (right now the auditorium still has the vinyl from the original building project in the 70’s), 2) approved purchasing a wide deck lawnmower to help with mowing of the many lawns of the school corporation (this is needed partly because of the expanded lawns at Menominee Elementary).
The next Board Meeting will be held April 3, 2008 in the Board Room at 611 Berkley Street at 7:30 p.m.
Monday, March 17, 2008
2008 Kindergarten Round-up
Plymouth School Corporation will host the annual Kindergarten Round-up on April 17, 2008 in ALL Plymouth Elementary Schools.
There will be two sessions. Parents and the incoming Kindergarten child need only attend one session. The 1st session is at 1:30 p.m. The 2nd session is at 6:00 p.m. Each session should last no longer than one hour.
Please bring an original copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and a social security number. The schools will make copies of the originals. For Spanish speaking Kindergarteners and parents, interpreters will be available. During the hour-long Round-up, parents will meet with administrators and fill out registration forms while children will meet with Kindergarten teachers for screening.
In order to be eligible for Round-up this year, your child needs to be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2008.
For those unsure of which building their child will attend, please call (574) 936-3115 and ask for the transportation department.
Resume del Kindergarten para el 2008
La Corporación de Escuelas de Plymouth llevara acabo el resume anual del Kindergarten el 17 de Abril del 2008 en Todas las escuelas primarias.
Habrá dos sesiones. Los padres y el estudiante que ira al kindergarten solo necesita asistir a una sesión. La primera sesión será a la 1:30 p.m. La segunda sesión será a las 6:00 p.m. Cada sesión durara no más de una hora.
Por favor traiga una copia original del certificado de nacimiento de su hijo/a, record de inmunización, y el número del seguro social. Las escuelas harán copias de los originales. Para los estudiantes de Kindergarten y los padres que hablan español, habrá intérpretes disponibles. Durante la larga hora del resume, los padres se reunirán con los administradores y llenaran las formas de registración mientras que los niños/as se reunirán con las maestras de Kindergarten para ser examinados.
En orden para ser elegible para el resume de este año, su hijo/a necesita tener 5 años el o antes del 1ro de Agosto del 2008.
Para aquellos que no sepan a cual edificio asistirá su hijo/a, por favor llame al (574) 936-3115 y pregunte por el departamento de transportación.
There will be two sessions. Parents and the incoming Kindergarten child need only attend one session. The 1st session is at 1:30 p.m. The 2nd session is at 6:00 p.m. Each session should last no longer than one hour.
Please bring an original copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and a social security number. The schools will make copies of the originals. For Spanish speaking Kindergarteners and parents, interpreters will be available. During the hour-long Round-up, parents will meet with administrators and fill out registration forms while children will meet with Kindergarten teachers for screening.
In order to be eligible for Round-up this year, your child needs to be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2008.
For those unsure of which building their child will attend, please call (574) 936-3115 and ask for the transportation department.
Resume del Kindergarten para el 2008
La Corporación de Escuelas de Plymouth llevara acabo el resume anual del Kindergarten el 17 de Abril del 2008 en Todas las escuelas primarias.
Habrá dos sesiones. Los padres y el estudiante que ira al kindergarten solo necesita asistir a una sesión. La primera sesión será a la 1:30 p.m. La segunda sesión será a las 6:00 p.m. Cada sesión durara no más de una hora.
Por favor traiga una copia original del certificado de nacimiento de su hijo/a, record de inmunización, y el número del seguro social. Las escuelas harán copias de los originales. Para los estudiantes de Kindergarten y los padres que hablan español, habrá intérpretes disponibles. Durante la larga hora del resume, los padres se reunirán con los administradores y llenaran las formas de registración mientras que los niños/as se reunirán con las maestras de Kindergarten para ser examinados.
En orden para ser elegible para el resume de este año, su hijo/a necesita tener 5 años el o antes del 1ro de Agosto del 2008.
Para aquellos que no sepan a cual edificio asistirá su hijo/a, por favor llame al (574) 936-3115 y pregunte por el departamento de transportación.
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Tentative - End of Year Schedule for Plymouth H.S.
Pending state approval of a two day waiver, the following year end schedule changes have been made to Plymouth High School:
Revised End of School Year Calendar
Date and Activity
May 21, 22 ----------------- Senior Exams/regular day for grades 9-11
May 23--------------------- Senior Brunch & Awards
May 27, 28-------------- No senior class attendance/regular days for grades 9-11
May 29------------------ Exams/Periods 2 & 5 for Grades 9-11/regular day
--------------------------Commencement Practice - 9:00AM-11:00AM-Varsity Gym
May 30------------------Last Student Day Grades 9-11 Exams/Periods 1,4,6
--------------------------Commencement-7:00PM-Varsity Gym
June 2-------------------Teacher Record Day
PHS Summer School
June 3–June 27----------Session I…8:00AM-12:00PM
June 30-July 25----------Session II…8:00AM-12:00PM
July 4--------------------Holiday- Summer School not in session
PHS Basic Skills Summer School
July 14-August 8----------1:00PM-4:00PM
Monday, March 10, 2008
Basketball Tickets for Sale
Semi - State Tickets will be sold as follows:
Wednesday, March 12
Parents of varsity players, managers and cheerleaders,
High School students and high school employees from 12:00 – 4:00 PM - -
SEASON TICKET HOLDERS ONLY.
Wednesday, March 12
From 3:30 – 4:30 PM - Plymouth Community School Corp. Employees – season ticket holders only.
Wednesday, March 12
Season Tickets holders - Tickets will go on sale at 6:00 in the varsity gym.
There will be a draw to determine seating location. Everyone must
bring their season tickets and purchase only the number of season tickets that they
have.
Thursday, March 13
Non season ticket holders 8:00 – 4:00 PM.
Cost of Tickets
Semi-State tickets are $7.00
Where, Who, and When
Plymouth will play FW Harding at approx. 3:00 - at Warsaw this Saturday, March 15.
Wednesday, March 12
Parents of varsity players, managers and cheerleaders,
High School students and high school employees from 12:00 – 4:00 PM - -
SEASON TICKET HOLDERS ONLY.
Wednesday, March 12
From 3:30 – 4:30 PM - Plymouth Community School Corp. Employees – season ticket holders only.
Wednesday, March 12
Season Tickets holders - Tickets will go on sale at 6:00 in the varsity gym.
There will be a draw to determine seating location. Everyone must
bring their season tickets and purchase only the number of season tickets that they
have.
Thursday, March 13
Non season ticket holders 8:00 – 4:00 PM.
Cost of Tickets
Semi-State tickets are $7.00
Where, Who, and When
Plymouth will play FW Harding at approx. 3:00 - at Warsaw this Saturday, March 15.
Sunday, March 09, 2008
Congratulations
Led by Randy Davis, the basketball team won their fourth straight Regional championship by defeating Northwestern (Kokomo). Ironically, both teams won the state championship last year. Northwestern in AA and our Pilgrims in AAA.
Ticket information is not ready yet. Plymouth plays at Warsaw against Harding of Fort Wayne. The game will follow the 1:00 PM game. We will post ticket information when it's available.
The band's Drumline qualified for the state tournament next weekend in Indianapolis.
The Speech Team qualified 7 students to the National Speech Tournament in Las Vegas this summer. Congratulations Chad Griewank, Andy Langdon, Matt Woods, Britni Mills, Declan Fox, Rebecca Moberly, and Doug Gerhke.
Ticket information is not ready yet. Plymouth plays at Warsaw against Harding of Fort Wayne. The game will follow the 1:00 PM game. We will post ticket information when it's available.
The band's Drumline qualified for the state tournament next weekend in Indianapolis.
The Speech Team qualified 7 students to the National Speech Tournament in Las Vegas this summer. Congratulations Chad Griewank, Andy Langdon, Matt Woods, Britni Mills, Declan Fox, Rebecca Moberly, and Doug Gerhke.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Waiver for Missed School Days
For this year only, the state is allowing waivers for schools who have missed days because of the severe weather.
Plymouth will apply for the waiver. If accepted, we will need to make up six days instead of eight.
Plymouth will apply for the waiver. If accepted, we will need to make up six days instead of eight.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
CANCELLATION of In-Service 1/2 Day
The in-service ½ day scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2008, has been cancelled.
Plymouth Community Schools will attend a FULL day on Tuesday, March 4, 2008.
Plymouth Community Schools will attend a FULL day on Tuesday, March 4, 2008.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Plymouth HS Revised Final Examination Schedule
Thursday, 2/28/08 = Final examinations in periods 1, 4 and 6
Friday, 2/29/08 = Final examinations in periods 2 and 5 with student dismissal @ 11:00 A.M.
IHSAA Boys Basketball Revised Schedule
Game 1 - Glenn vs CMA moved to Wed., Feb. 27, at 7:00 pm
Game 2 - Rochester vs M. Marian moved to Thurs., Feb. 28, at 6:00 pm
Game 3 - S.B. St. Joe vs Plymouth - 7:30 pm
Game 4 - New Prairie vs Winner Game 1 - moved to Friday, Feb. 29, at 6:00 pm
Game 5 - Winners of games 2 & 3 - 7:30
Championship game - moved to Monday, March 3, 7:30 pm
Revised Girls State Basketball Tickets and T-Shirts
Wednesday, Feb 27 at 4PM in the PHS Athletic Office.
Thursday, 2/28/08 = Final examinations in periods 1, 4 and 6
Friday, 2/29/08 = Final examinations in periods 2 and 5 with student dismissal @ 11:00 A.M.
IHSAA Boys Basketball Revised Schedule
Game 1 - Glenn vs CMA moved to Wed., Feb. 27, at 7:00 pm
Game 2 - Rochester vs M. Marian moved to Thurs., Feb. 28, at 6:00 pm
Game 3 - S.B. St. Joe vs Plymouth - 7:30 pm
Game 4 - New Prairie vs Winner Game 1 - moved to Friday, Feb. 29, at 6:00 pm
Game 5 - Winners of games 2 & 3 - 7:30
Championship game - moved to Monday, March 3, 7:30 pm
Revised Girls State Basketball Tickets and T-Shirts
Wednesday, Feb 27 at 4PM in the PHS Athletic Office.
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