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.
Monday, March 10, 2008
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.
School Closing and More Information
As we looked at the condition of the county roads this morning, we determined that it would be dangerous for buses to navigate the roads even with a two-hour delay.
Information pertaining to Plymouth High School Finals and the Sectional Basketball game will be announced at approximately noon today.
The Adult Education and GED classes for today are cancelled.
Information pertaining to Plymouth High School Finals and the Sectional Basketball game will be announced at approximately noon today.
The Adult Education and GED classes for today are cancelled.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Congratulations Lady Pilgrims
The Lady Pilgrims won an exciting semi-state game on Saturday against NLC foe Wawasee. Tickets for the IHSAA Girls Basketball 3A State Finals will go on sale in the Plymouth High School Athletic Office on Tuesday, Feb. 26, from 4:30 PM - 6:30. The Plymouth Lady Pilgrims will play Indianapolis Bishop Chatard at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Saturday, March 1, at 6:00 pm. All tickets are $10.00.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Blog Bits - Success
Congratulations to Plymouth High School students, Andy Hacha and Zack Naas who were recently named to the 1st Team Academic All-State Wrestling Team. Not only did Zack and Andy excel on the wrestling mat, but they also excelled in the classroom. Kudos goes out to Zack and Andy, their parents, and the wrestling coaches!
Also a big congratulation goes out to Bob Read, PHS Head Wrestling Coach who received the prestigious Bill Thom award and Allen Shockney, PHS Head Cross Country Coach, who was recently inducted into the IATCCC Coaches Hall of Fame.
Congratulations to All!
Also a big congratulation goes out to Bob Read, PHS Head Wrestling Coach who received the prestigious Bill Thom award and Allen Shockney, PHS Head Cross Country Coach, who was recently inducted into the IATCCC Coaches Hall of Fame.
Congratulations to All!
Monday, February 18, 2008
Blog Bits
In-Service ½ Day
Tuesday, March 4, 2008, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Blood Mobile - Rescheduled
The annual Red Cross Blood Mobile has been rescheduled for Monday, March 17th (Saint Patrick's Day). The blood drive will be held in the high school multi-purpose room.
Scheduled appointments will start at 8:00 AM and end at 1:45 PM.
Scheduled appointments will start at 8:00 AM and end at 1:45 PM.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Make Up Days
The following will be used as make-up days:
February 18, 2008 – President’s Day
May 23, 2008
May 27, 2008
May 28, 2008
May 29, 2008
May 30, 2008
June 2, 2008 Last Student Day
June 3, 2008 Last Teacher Day
PHS Graduation Ceremony will be on May 30, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
If Plymouth Community Schools miss any more days due to weather, etc., the last student day and last teacher day could be adjusted.
February 18, 2008 – President’s Day
May 23, 2008
May 27, 2008
May 28, 2008
May 29, 2008
May 30, 2008
June 2, 2008 Last Student Day
June 3, 2008 Last Teacher Day
PHS Graduation Ceremony will be on May 30, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
If Plymouth Community Schools miss any more days due to weather, etc., the last student day and last teacher day could be adjusted.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Friday, February 08, 2008
PHS Play - Performance Schedule
The Plymouth High School Theatre Department has moved their play, Spook House, to Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 10, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Please come see this outrageously funny spoof on all of the old creature movies. All tickets are $6.00 and can be purchased at the door.
Dessert Recital
The PHS Choral Department will present a "Dessert Recital" on Monday evening, February 11, 2008 starting at 7:00 p.m. in the high school studio theatre. This recital will feature all vocal state finalists going to Indianapolis to compete at the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble competition on February 16, 2008. The student soloists are
Seniors: Nancy Tyree, Brittany Bingle and Ruth Nicholl
Juniors: John Patrick, Meghan Stephenson, Samantha Overmyer and Casey Faricelli Sophomores: Heather Rohr and Matthew Slaydon
Also performing will be 3 ensembles (also state qualifiers) made up of members of the Crimson Connection Show Choir. Admission is free. Please join us for an evening featuring some of Plymouth's finest young musicians.
Seniors: Nancy Tyree, Brittany Bingle and Ruth Nicholl
Juniors: John Patrick, Meghan Stephenson, Samantha Overmyer and Casey Faricelli Sophomores: Heather Rohr and Matthew Slaydon
Also performing will be 3 ensembles (also state qualifiers) made up of members of the Crimson Connection Show Choir. Admission is free. Please join us for an evening featuring some of Plymouth's finest young musicians.
Blood Mobile - Postponed
The Red Cross Blood Mobile that was scheduled to be held Tuesday, February 19th in the Plymouth High School multi-purpose room has been postponed. A new date for the blood drive has not yet been determined.
Thursday, February 07, 2008
2 Hour Delay
Plymouth Community Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 8, 2008.
Congratulations to all Vocal State Solo and Ensemble Qualifiers!
The following students qualified for ISSMA State competition on Saturday, February 16th in Indianapolis!
Sophomores:
Heather Rohr
Matthew Slaydon
Juniors:
Casey Faricelli
Samantha Overmyer
John Patrick
Meghan Stephenson
Seniors:
Brittany Bingle
Ruth Nicholl
Nancy Tyree
Small Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, John Patrick and Nancy Tyree
Small Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, Christina Ganshorn, Madelyn Horvath, Tayler May, Ruth Nicholl, Kamara Pfledderer,
Large Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, Serena Constable, Christina Ganshorn, Courtney Harris, Caitlin Hite, Madelyn Horvath, Angelina Jung, Allison Long, Tayler May, Christopher McGee, Nicole Menser, Ruth Nicholl, Shelly Ortiz, Samantha Overmyer, John Patrick, Kamara Pfledderer, Crystal Potter, Heather Rohr, Meghan Stephenson, Matthew Slaydon
Sophomores:
Heather Rohr
Matthew Slaydon
Juniors:
Casey Faricelli
Samantha Overmyer
John Patrick
Meghan Stephenson
Seniors:
Brittany Bingle
Ruth Nicholl
Nancy Tyree
Small Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, John Patrick and Nancy Tyree
Small Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, Christina Ganshorn, Madelyn Horvath, Tayler May, Ruth Nicholl, Kamara Pfledderer,
Large Ensemble:
Brittany Bingle, Serena Constable, Christina Ganshorn, Courtney Harris, Caitlin Hite, Madelyn Horvath, Angelina Jung, Allison Long, Tayler May, Christopher McGee, Nicole Menser, Ruth Nicholl, Shelly Ortiz, Samantha Overmyer, John Patrick, Kamara Pfledderer, Crystal Potter, Heather Rohr, Meghan Stephenson, Matthew Slaydon
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Cancellations - Adult Education Classes
All Adult Education Classes for this evening, Wednesday, February 6, 2008, are cancelled.
School Cancellations and Delays
ALL activities for this evening, Wednesday, February 6, 2008 have been cancelled. This will include practices and scheduled events.
Also - Plymouth Community Schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 7, 2008.
Also - Plymouth Community Schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 7, 2008.
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Congratulations to Instrumental Students
The following instrumental students qualified for the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble competition in Indianapolis.
Kayla Ray, flute solo
Krista Krpan, flute solo and trio
Amy Jacobs, flute solo
Katie Shaffer, flute solo
Kara Gilley, flute solo
Cassie Eberly, flute solo and trio
Katie Morrow, flute solo
Mae Christiansen, flute solo and trio
Morgan Hassett, oboe solo
Kayla Wentz, bassoon solo
Tom Wilson, bass clarinet solo and sax sextet
Calvin Cook, alto sax solo and sax sextet
Alyssa Cabrera, alto sax solo and sax sextet
Kyanne Eisenhour, sax sextet
Samantha Kemp, sax sextet and percussion ensemble
Parker Miller, sax sextet
Doug Booth, trumpet solo and trio and brass sextet
Matt Woods, trumpet trio
Tim Gordon, trumpet solo and brass sextet
Andrew Kurtz, tuba solo and brass sextet
Colton Maddox, brass sextet
Courtney Lippley, brass sextet
Doug Gehrke, brass sextet
Leah Cook, snare solo and percussion ensemble
Nathan Dubinin, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Tyler Humphrey, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Kaylee Kopetski, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Ben Kraszyk, marimba ensemble and perc. ensemble
Katelyn Jung, percussion ensemble
Gage Paeynrt (an 8th GRADER), percussion ensemble
Lindsey Holloway (an 8th GRADER), percussion ensemble
Carolin Ramirez, violin solo and string quartet
Derek Hill, cello solo
Lucas Hill, string quartet
Addie Palmer, string quartet
Cameron Pifer, string quartet
Kayla Ray, flute solo
Krista Krpan, flute solo and trio
Amy Jacobs, flute solo
Katie Shaffer, flute solo
Kara Gilley, flute solo
Cassie Eberly, flute solo and trio
Katie Morrow, flute solo
Mae Christiansen, flute solo and trio
Morgan Hassett, oboe solo
Kayla Wentz, bassoon solo
Tom Wilson, bass clarinet solo and sax sextet
Calvin Cook, alto sax solo and sax sextet
Alyssa Cabrera, alto sax solo and sax sextet
Kyanne Eisenhour, sax sextet
Samantha Kemp, sax sextet and percussion ensemble
Parker Miller, sax sextet
Doug Booth, trumpet solo and trio and brass sextet
Matt Woods, trumpet trio
Tim Gordon, trumpet solo and brass sextet
Andrew Kurtz, tuba solo and brass sextet
Colton Maddox, brass sextet
Courtney Lippley, brass sextet
Doug Gehrke, brass sextet
Leah Cook, snare solo and percussion ensemble
Nathan Dubinin, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Tyler Humphrey, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Kaylee Kopetski, marimba ensemble and percussion ensemble
Ben Kraszyk, marimba ensemble and perc. ensemble
Katelyn Jung, percussion ensemble
Gage Paeynrt (an 8th GRADER), percussion ensemble
Lindsey Holloway (an 8th GRADER), percussion ensemble
Carolin Ramirez, violin solo and string quartet
Derek Hill, cello solo
Lucas Hill, string quartet
Addie Palmer, string quartet
Cameron Pifer, string quartet
Monday, February 04, 2008
Scholastic Art Award Winners
Congratulations to our Art Department students for their fantastic showing at the Scholastic Art Awards Program. The exhibition dates are February 2 – 16. The Awards Ceremony and Reception will be held February 3rd at 2:00. Both are scheduled for the Century Center in South Bend.
Patrick Gainer - Gold Key - Photography
Clare Morrow - Gold Key - Drawing
Federico Cuatlacuatl - Silver Key - Mixed Media
Patrick Gainer - Silver Key - Printmaking
Caleb Hadden - Silver Key - Computer Art
Andrew Kurtz - Silver Key - Printmaking
Federico Cuatlacuatl - Honorable Mention - Mixed Media
Patrick Gainer - Honorable Mention - Printmaking
Lindsey Gibbons - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Lindsey Gibbons - Honorable Mention - Drawing
Holly Leedke - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Kasey Litts - Honorable Mention - Painting
Justin Nettrouer - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Abby Williams - Honorable Mention - Painting
Portfolio Awards – 10 Artworks
Patrick Gainer - Gold Key
Kailey Babcock - Honorable Mention
Patrick Gainer - Gold Key - Photography
Clare Morrow - Gold Key - Drawing
Federico Cuatlacuatl - Silver Key - Mixed Media
Patrick Gainer - Silver Key - Printmaking
Caleb Hadden - Silver Key - Computer Art
Andrew Kurtz - Silver Key - Printmaking
Federico Cuatlacuatl - Honorable Mention - Mixed Media
Patrick Gainer - Honorable Mention - Printmaking
Lindsey Gibbons - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Lindsey Gibbons - Honorable Mention - Drawing
Holly Leedke - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Kasey Litts - Honorable Mention - Painting
Justin Nettrouer - Honorable Mention - Computer Art
Abby Williams - Honorable Mention - Painting
Portfolio Awards – 10 Artworks
Patrick Gainer - Gold Key
Kailey Babcock - Honorable Mention
Friday, February 01, 2008
LJHS-Girls "B" Basketball
The 8th grade "B" girls basketball tourney scheduled for Saturday at LJH has been cancelled.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
PHS - Boys Basketball - Rescheduled
The PHS boys basketball game vs. LaVille has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2008. The JV game will start at 11:00 a.m. The Varsity game will follow.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
PHS Wrestling Team Regional
The IHSAA Wrestling Team Regional scheduled for tonight at South Bend Clay is on schedule. The match will start at 6:00 p.m.
Cancellations
The PHS boys basketball game scheduled for this evening, January 30, 2008, has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.
School Closed
Due to poor weather conditions, Plymouth Schools will be closed today, January 30, 2008.
No Adult Education classes today, January 30, 2008.
No Adult Education classes today, January 30, 2008.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Boys and Girls Club Needs Your Help
As you know the, Boys and Girls Club of Marshall County was substantially damaged by the flood several weeks ago. They lost their electrical panel, two furnaces, and a hot water heater. In addition, the clean-up expense from the flood waters has been very expensive. Fortunately, Washington School is keeping the doors open for the children and families who depend on the club, but the club needs your help.
On February 16, 2008, the Boys and Girls Club will hold a benefit to raise money. The benefit will be held at Christos Banquet Center and the theme will be Catch a Wave at the Blue Hawaiian. The silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:15 p.m., and a live auction at 8:15 p.m. Finally, you can dance the evening away featuring Master of Ceremonies, Quentin Flagg, and live music by MGB. Tickets are $50.00 each and are only available until February 8, 2008.
Get your tickets or make a donation by sending a check to: Wendy Haenes, Plymouth Community School Corporation, 611 Berkley Street, Plymouth, Indiana 46563. Please make checks payable to: Boys and Girls Club of Marshall County.
On February 16, 2008, the Boys and Girls Club will hold a benefit to raise money. The benefit will be held at Christos Banquet Center and the theme will be Catch a Wave at the Blue Hawaiian. The silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:15 p.m., and a live auction at 8:15 p.m. Finally, you can dance the evening away featuring Master of Ceremonies, Quentin Flagg, and live music by MGB. Tickets are $50.00 each and are only available until February 8, 2008.
Get your tickets or make a donation by sending a check to: Wendy Haenes, Plymouth Community School Corporation, 611 Berkley Street, Plymouth, Indiana 46563. Please make checks payable to: Boys and Girls Club of Marshall County.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
PHS Business Professionals of America - Results
Congratulations to PHS Business Professionals of America members for their awesome performance this past Saturday at the District Leadership Conference at Ivy Tech in Warsaw. The following members advanced to compete at the State Leadership Conference in Indianapolis on March 16-18 in their respective events (places are also indicated):
Fundamental Accounting-Sweep by PHS
Mark Danielson (1st)
Doug Booth (2nd)
Tim Gordon (3rd)
Kasey Greer (4th)
Payroll Accounting
Kami Pfledderer (1st)
Megan Bayley (2nd)
Advanced Accounting
Sam Faulstich (2nd)
Keyboarding Production
Ben Kraszyk (3rd)
Kaitlyn Brettin (4th)
Spreadsheet Analysis
Mark Danielson (1st)
Sam Faulstich (3rd)
Basic Office Systems
Evan Skirvin (2nd)
Mike Houin (4th)
Desktop Publishing-PHS Takes 3 of 4 Spots
Bri Garland (2nd)
Gage Egierski (3rd)
Nick Houin (4th)
Entrepreneurship - PHS Takes 2 of 3
John Montgomery (2nd)
Tom Young (3rd)
Administrative Support Team (1st)
Megan Bayley
Kasey Greer
Kami Pfledderer
Alex Starr
Small Business Management Team (1st)
Doug Booth
Bailey Capper
Tim Gordon
Tom Young
Interview Skills
Paschina Carnegie (1st)
Bryt Hiatt (3rd)
Prepared Speech
Bryt Hiatt (1st)
Paschina Carnegie (2nd)
Advanced Interview Skills-Brandon Himes (2nd)
Legal Office Procedures-Keshia Carnegie (2nd)
Medical Office Procedures-Bre Brettin (4th)
Fundamental Accounting-Sweep by PHS
Mark Danielson (1st)
Doug Booth (2nd)
Tim Gordon (3rd)
Kasey Greer (4th)
Payroll Accounting
Kami Pfledderer (1st)
Megan Bayley (2nd)
Advanced Accounting
Sam Faulstich (2nd)
Keyboarding Production
Ben Kraszyk (3rd)
Kaitlyn Brettin (4th)
Spreadsheet Analysis
Mark Danielson (1st)
Sam Faulstich (3rd)
Basic Office Systems
Evan Skirvin (2nd)
Mike Houin (4th)
Desktop Publishing-PHS Takes 3 of 4 Spots
Bri Garland (2nd)
Gage Egierski (3rd)
Nick Houin (4th)
Entrepreneurship - PHS Takes 2 of 3
John Montgomery (2nd)
Tom Young (3rd)
Administrative Support Team (1st)
Megan Bayley
Kasey Greer
Kami Pfledderer
Alex Starr
Small Business Management Team (1st)
Doug Booth
Bailey Capper
Tim Gordon
Tom Young
Interview Skills
Paschina Carnegie (1st)
Bryt Hiatt (3rd)
Prepared Speech
Bryt Hiatt (1st)
Paschina Carnegie (2nd)
Advanced Interview Skills-Brandon Himes (2nd)
Legal Office Procedures-Keshia Carnegie (2nd)
Medical Office Procedures-Bre Brettin (4th)
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Future Leader Award
Fifth-grade student Katelyn O’Neal is not only a leader in the classroom, but in various other extra-curricular activities as well. Her success in a number of areas makes her the winner of the CollegeChoice Future Leaders Award. Indiana Treasurer, Richard Mourdock, announced Katelyn as the winner of the CollegeChoice Future Leader Award and presented the Riverside Intermediate School student with a $1,000 scholarship account in front of her family, teachers, and fellow classmates.
Katelyn was nominated for the Future Leaders Award by her Riverside Intermediate School Principal, Donna Burroughs, who describes her as a leader among her peers. “Katelyn is a positive influence on her peers,” Burroughs wrote in her nomination. “Her compassionate nature and optimistic attitude make her an outstanding young student leader.”
Katelyn was nominated for the Future Leaders Award by her Riverside Intermediate School Principal, Donna Burroughs, who describes her as a leader among her peers. “Katelyn is a positive influence on her peers,” Burroughs wrote in her nomination. “Her compassionate nature and optimistic attitude make her an outstanding young student leader.”
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Boys and Girls Club News
For the next two weeks, the Boys and Girls Club will be operating out of Washington School on the following schedule.
Monday - Friday After School - 6:00 PM
The in-house basketball season will resume on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Washington School at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. starting January 22. Coaches will distribute schedules.
If you have any further questions, you may contact the Boys and Girls Club at 936-0660.
Monday - Friday After School - 6:00 PM
The in-house basketball season will resume on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Washington School at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM. starting January 22. Coaches will distribute schedules.
If you have any further questions, you may contact the Boys and Girls Club at 936-0660.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Make-Up Days
The following will be used as make-up days:
February 18, 2008 – President’s Day
May 23, 2008
May 27, 2008
May 28, 2008 Last Student Day
May 29, 2008 Last Teacher Day
PHS Graduation Ceremony will remain on May 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
If Plymouth Community Schools miss any more days due to weather, etc., the last student day and last teacher day could be adjusted.
February 18, 2008 – President’s Day
May 23, 2008
May 27, 2008
May 28, 2008 Last Student Day
May 29, 2008 Last Teacher Day
PHS Graduation Ceremony will remain on May 23, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
If Plymouth Community Schools miss any more days due to weather, etc., the last student day and last teacher day could be adjusted.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Cancellations
The Plymouth boys basketball game for scheduled for this evening, January 11, 2008 has been cancelled. The Plymouth JV boys wrestling tournament scheduled for tomorrow, January 12, 2008 has also been cancelled.
All other away activities for tomorrow, January 12, 2008 are on schedule.
All other away activities for tomorrow, January 12, 2008 are on schedule.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
School Closed on Friday
PCSC will be closed on Friday, January 11th due to the flooding in the area.
Flood Related School Changes
Because of flooding conditions Plymouth Schools will be on a 2-hour delay, Friday, January 11. After school today, walkers from the junior high headed to the Michigan Street area will be taken by bus to the following stops.
Garro and Water Streets
Baker and Michigan Streets
North and Center Streets
Madison and Center Streets
Garro and Water Streets
Baker and Michigan Streets
North and Center Streets
Madison and Center Streets
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
2 Hour Delay
There will be a 2-hour delay on Thursday, January 10. Many of our country roads are water-covered and dangerous. The delay will allow bus drivers and other drivers to navigate the roads more safely.
Flood Watch
The Plymouth Community is under a flood watch beginning today at noon and continuing until Sunday, January 13, 2008. Flood waters are expected to crest at 15’4” at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 11, 2008.
Garro Street in front of Lincoln Jr. High is now closed. The footbridge across from Lincoln Jr. High is also closed. The covered bridge in Centennial Park is closed. The footbridge behind Riverside Intermediate is closed and the footbridge across from Plymouth High School is also closed.
According to the Indiana State Police, ½” of water can move a person and 2” of water can move a vehicle. The flood waters are flowing, frigid, and very dangerous.
Garro Street in front of Lincoln Jr. High is now closed. The footbridge across from Lincoln Jr. High is also closed. The covered bridge in Centennial Park is closed. The footbridge behind Riverside Intermediate is closed and the footbridge across from Plymouth High School is also closed.
According to the Indiana State Police, ½” of water can move a person and 2” of water can move a vehicle. The flood waters are flowing, frigid, and very dangerous.
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
2-hour Delay
There will be a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 9. Many of our country roads are water-covered and dangerous. The delay will allow bus drivers and other drivers to navigate the roads more safely.
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
Blog Bits
In-Service ½ Day
Wednesday, January 16, 2008, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Good News to All PCSC Educators
Today, our office received a letter from the Indiana Department of Education informing us that Plymouth Community School Corporation has met all Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives on the Spring 2007 LAS Links exam. Limited English Proficient (LEP) students had to meet or exceed three specific benchmarks to attain this status.
· 57% exceeded state standard scale score points on the LAS Links exam.
· 67% achieved a Level 5 for a second time on the LAS Links exam
· 9% moved from a Level 4 or lower to a Level 5 on the Spring LAS Links exam.
We tip our hats to all teachers who work with the attitude that “all students can learn.” Your hard work and persistence is making a difference. Secondly, we also need to congratulate our Limited English Proficient students. They are attaining an education while working diligently to learn a new language. All of Plymouth needs to be proud of this accomplishment.
· 57% exceeded state standard scale score points on the LAS Links exam.
· 67% achieved a Level 5 for a second time on the LAS Links exam
· 9% moved from a Level 4 or lower to a Level 5 on the Spring LAS Links exam.
We tip our hats to all teachers who work with the attitude that “all students can learn.” Your hard work and persistence is making a difference. Secondly, we also need to congratulate our Limited English Proficient students. They are attaining an education while working diligently to learn a new language. All of Plymouth needs to be proud of this accomplishment.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
2 Hour Delay
There is a 2 hour delay on Monday, December 17 for Plymouth Community School Corporation.
Holiday Concert Cancelled
Plymouth High School's Band and Choir Concert scheduled for Sunday, December 16, is cancelled due to the large amount of snow that fell last night.
Friday, December 14, 2007
Winter Break
On Monday, December 24, 2007 through January 4, 2008, school will not be in session due to winter break.
On January 7, 2008, the elementary schools, Riverside, and Lincoln Jr. High will not be in session due to a teacher work day.
Plymouth High School students WILL have school that day.
On January 7, 2008, the elementary schools, Riverside, and Lincoln Jr. High will not be in session due to a teacher work day.
Plymouth High School students WILL have school that day.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Blog Bits
LJH Band Concert
The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade band concert at Lincoln Junior High has been rescheduled for December 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Gym.
The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade band concert at Lincoln Junior High has been rescheduled for December 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Gym.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Blog Bits
ISTEP Scores
ISTEP scores are scheduled to be sent home on December 17, 2007. Parents of Plymouth students in grades 3-10 will receive a copy of the ISTEP Student Report as well as a letter explaining the scores. If your child falls into the Did Not Pass performance level, you will be contacted by your child’s teacher or counselor to take part in the development of a Student Growth Plan. This plan is instrumental in developing strategies for improved student achievement. Do not hesitate to contact the school if you do not get a report or a phone call as the partnership between teacher, child, and parent is the instrument to successful academic growth.
ISTEP scores are scheduled to be sent home on December 17, 2007. Parents of Plymouth students in grades 3-10 will receive a copy of the ISTEP Student Report as well as a letter explaining the scores. If your child falls into the Did Not Pass performance level, you will be contacted by your child’s teacher or counselor to take part in the development of a Student Growth Plan. This plan is instrumental in developing strategies for improved student achievement. Do not hesitate to contact the school if you do not get a report or a phone call as the partnership between teacher, child, and parent is the instrument to successful academic growth.
Blog Bits
Cancellations:
The PHS 9th grade boys basketball with Glenn has been cancelled for this evening.
The PHS boys and girls swim meet at Warsaw has been cancelled for this evening. It will be rescheduled for December 20, 2007.
BPA study sessions at PHS for this evening have been cancelled. The BPA meeting scheduled from tomorrow at 7:15 a.m. in Room 122, will be moved to Friday, December 14, 2007, at 7:15 a.m.
The PHS 9th grade boys basketball with Glenn has been cancelled for this evening.
The PHS boys and girls swim meet at Warsaw has been cancelled for this evening. It will be rescheduled for December 20, 2007.
BPA study sessions at PHS for this evening have been cancelled. The BPA meeting scheduled from tomorrow at 7:15 a.m. in Room 122, will be moved to Friday, December 14, 2007, at 7:15 a.m.
Blog Bits
Cancellations:
The Webster Elementary Music Concert is rescheduled for December 12, 2007. Practice will be at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow and the concert will be at 6:45 p.m.
The Webster Elementary Music Concert is rescheduled for December 12, 2007. Practice will be at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow and the concert will be at 6:45 p.m.
School Closed
With ice still covering many country roads and temperatures hovering near freezing, Plymouth Schools are closed on Tuesday, December 11, 2007.
The Jefferson music concert for tonight is cancelled.
The Plymouth Schools Holiday Party is postponed until Thursday, December 13, from 3:30 - 5:30 in the high school's Red Rock Cafe.
Other cancellations or postponements will be posted on this site today.
The Jefferson music concert for tonight is cancelled.
The Plymouth Schools Holiday Party is postponed until Thursday, December 13, from 3:30 - 5:30 in the high school's Red Rock Cafe.
Other cancellations or postponements will be posted on this site today.
Plymouth Schools on 2 Hour Delay
Due to current weather conditions, Plymouth Community School Corporation will be on a 2 hour delay.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Cancellation
Lincoln's 7th & 8th grade basketball game against Triton which was scheduled for tonight is cancelled.
Cancellations
Adult Basic Education of Marshall County has cancelled GED Classes for tonight.
The PEA/Administration Discussion Meeting for tonight has been cancelled.
The Webster Elementary School Holiday Christmas program is cancelled for tonight and rescheduled for Wednesday, December 12, 2007.
The PEA/Administration Discussion Meeting for tonight has been cancelled.
The Webster Elementary School Holiday Christmas program is cancelled for tonight and rescheduled for Wednesday, December 12, 2007.
Closed Monday
Black ice continued to create problems for children on the way to school. For this reason Plymouth Community Schools are closed on Monday, December 10, 2007.
Sunday, December 09, 2007
School Delayed on Monday
With black ice forming on the county and city roads this evening, we find it prudent to activate a two (2) hour delay for Monday, December 10. Please be careful as you drive the roads Sunday evening.
Music Concert
The Music Concert for grades 6,7, and 8 from Riverside Intermediate School and Lincoln Junior High School has been cancelled for this afternoon. Plans are to hold the concert next Sunday.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Blog Bits
If there is a weather delay on Friday, December 7, 2007, students at all Plymouth Schools will stay in school the rest of the school day. If there is not a weather delay, students will be released after lunch for the scheduled in-service day.
Si hay un retraso por causa del tiempo el viernes, 7 de diciembre del 2007, los estudiantes de todas las escuelas de la Comunidad de Plymouth permanecerán en la escuela el resto del dÃa de la escuela. Si no hay un retraso por causa del tiempo mañana, los estudiantes saldrán de la escuela después del almuerzo como se habÃa sido programado por ser un dÃa de servicio de las maestras.
Si hay un retraso por causa del tiempo el viernes, 7 de diciembre del 2007, los estudiantes de todas las escuelas de la Comunidad de Plymouth permanecerán en la escuela el resto del dÃa de la escuela. Si no hay un retraso por causa del tiempo mañana, los estudiantes saldrán de la escuela después del almuerzo como se habÃa sido programado por ser un dÃa de servicio de las maestras.
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Blog Bits
With approximately 5 inches of snow on the ground this morning at 5:45 a.m., we decided to call a two hour delay for Plymouth Community Schools. At approximately 8:00 a.m., we decided that the roads were clear enough to proceed with school. Nothing appeared on the blog this morning because I did not have the passwords at home. That will be remedied for the future.
Also, for your reference we call WTCA, WNZE, WKVI in Knox, WNDU South Bend channel 16, and WSBT South Bend channel 22 to list delays or cancellations. By calling WSBT, our delays and closings are also on Sunny 101.5 FM and 99.9 FM. There have been several requests to also put delays and cancellations on B100 and Pulse FM. As soon as we receive confirmations back from the two radio stations, we will also have our cancellations on 100.7 FM and 96.9 FM.
Also, for your reference we call WTCA, WNZE, WKVI in Knox, WNDU South Bend channel 16, and WSBT South Bend channel 22 to list delays or cancellations. By calling WSBT, our delays and closings are also on Sunny 101.5 FM and 99.9 FM. There have been several requests to also put delays and cancellations on B100 and Pulse FM. As soon as we receive confirmations back from the two radio stations, we will also have our cancellations on 100.7 FM and 96.9 FM.
Friday, November 30, 2007
Blog Bits
In-Service 1/2 Day
Friday December 7, 2007, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Friday December 7, 2007, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All Elementary, Riverside, and LJH students will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
PHS students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Ashley Shaw is the new band director at Lincoln Jr. High. She comes to us from Bethel College. Her parents reside in Elkhart, and she has 2 sisters and 1 brother.
Ashley states that she was looking for a community supportive of and enthusiastic for the arts. She believes Plymouth to be the perfect place to fulfill this desire.
Ashley states that she was looking for a community supportive of and enthusiastic for the arts. She believes Plymouth to be the perfect place to fulfill this desire.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Alison McClarnon has been hired as a Title I teacher at Washington Elementary. She received her degree in elementary education from Indiana University.
Alison grew up in Bourbon, and as the mother of a young son, she enjoys this type of community. She also loves the diversity in Plymouth Schools and wants to help change the lives of all the young students in her classroom.
Alison grew up in Bourbon, and as the mother of a young son, she enjoys this type of community. She also loves the diversity in Plymouth Schools and wants to help change the lives of all the young students in her classroom.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Blog Bits
Holidays for Plymouth Schools
On Thursday, November 22nd and Friday, November 23rd, school will not be in session due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
On Thursday, November 22nd and Friday, November 23rd, school will not be in session due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Blog Bits
Bus Accident
Bus 33 was sitting at the intersection of State Road 17 and State Road 8 last night. Two cars collided and one ricocheted into the bus. The one student on the bus was not injured and neither was the bus driver. The bus is drivable, however, it will need to be inspected before it can be put back into service. The bus garage is working on that right now.
Bus 33 was sitting at the intersection of State Road 17 and State Road 8 last night. Two cars collided and one ricocheted into the bus. The one student on the bus was not injured and neither was the bus driver. The bus is drivable, however, it will need to be inspected before it can be put back into service. The bus garage is working on that right now.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Ariel Budnik is another of our new English teachers at Plymouth High School. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Chicago Northwestern.
Ariel is very pleased to be a part of a community which places great value on education. She is excited to be able to work not only with the students, but also parents, fellow teachers, and administration to help all students succeed.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Blog Bits
On Friday, November 9, 2007, Plymouth High School students ONLY will attend ½ day.
Plymouth High School students will be dismissed at 11:00 a.m.
Lincoln Junior High, Riverside Intermediate and all elementary schools will attend a full day on November 9th.
Plymouth High School students will be dismissed at 11:00 a.m.
Lincoln Junior High, Riverside Intermediate and all elementary schools will attend a full day on November 9th.
Blog Bits
Re: In-Service ½ Day
Wednesday November 7, 2007, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All students in the Plymouth Community School Corporation will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
Wednesday November 7, 2007, is scheduled as a corporation in-service day.
All students in the Plymouth Community School Corporation will be dismissed at 12:20 p.m.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
James Condon is our new principal at Plymouth High School. He holds degrees from Ball State University and Western Illinois University.
He and his wife, Lori, have three children. Jim is very happy to be a part of Plymouth Schools, because he believes PCSC is a progressive school system striving for excellence in everything.
He and his wife, Lori, have three children. Jim is very happy to be a part of Plymouth Schools, because he believes PCSC is a progressive school system striving for excellence in everything.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Jennifer Ross is teaching Kindergarten at Menominee Elementary this year. She is a graduate of Indiana State University.
Jennifer has two daughters. She taught last year in Plymouth and is excited this year to be teaching All Day Kindergarten.
Jennifer has two daughters. She taught last year in Plymouth and is excited this year to be teaching All Day Kindergarten.
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Heather Bontrager has filled the role of our Elementary Media Specialist. She is a graduate of IUPUI with a degree in English Education and is currently finishing her master’s in Library Science.
Heather and her husband, Ken, have two children. She is excited about being a part of a school system that strives for excellence and looks forward to getting kids excited about literacy and learning.
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Martha Kay Bugher has joined our English Department at Plymouth High School. She graduated from Indiana University-Kokomo.
Martha is enjoying the challenge of moving from teaching middle school students to high school. She and her four children are excited to be a part of our beautiful community.
Martha is enjoying the challenge of moving from teaching middle school students to high school. She and her four children are excited to be a part of our beautiful community.
Friday, September 28, 2007
Blog Bits
The PHS Band’s morning rehearsal was cut short today because of an odor that seemed to be the same hydrobromic acid released by Indiana Heat Transfer two weeks ago. The band students were taken inside immediately and all are reported to be fine. We have been in contact with the Plymouth Police Department and IDEM and both are very concerned about this situation. IDEM has ordered Indiana Heat Transfer to install a scrubber that will take care of the problem.
Principals in all other Plymouth Schools will check the air quality before sending their children to recess. If there is a problem, it is easily detected and students will be kept inside. We believe, however, that the traffic pattern of the acid seems to be isolated over Plymouth High School’s north parking lot.
Principals in all other Plymouth Schools will check the air quality before sending their children to recess. If there is a problem, it is easily detected and students will be kept inside. We believe, however, that the traffic pattern of the acid seems to be isolated over Plymouth High School’s north parking lot.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Ashley Ranae Boardman is our new Art teacher at Plymouth High School. She received her degree in Visual Art Education from Indiana University.
Ashley was raised in Bourbon and loves the small town community atmosphere and all the wonderful opportunities Plymouth has to offer. Teaching in a school where "success is proven year after year and creativity is abundant" is very exciting to her.
Ashley was raised in Bourbon and loves the small town community atmosphere and all the wonderful opportunities Plymouth has to offer. Teaching in a school where "success is proven year after year and creativity is abundant" is very exciting to her.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Natasha Norris is teaching Kindergarten ENL
at Menominee Elementary. She is a graduate
of Indiana University South Bend.
Natasha was born and raised in this community.
Natasha was born and raised in this community.
She is very proud to be able to continue to teach
and learn in Plymouth.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Blog Bits
Update
We have recently spoken to Plymouth Police who have informed us that the odor was from Indiana Heat Transfer on West Harrison Street.
Once again, the irritation was from a release of a bromide acid which is a lung and eye irritant but is not toxic.
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has been notified and is investigating the issue.
At this time, we feel convinced that the air is clean thus allowing schools to have practices and any scheduled games tonight.
Plymouth Schools is very appreciative of the immediate response of the Plymouth Police Department on this situation and their willingness to help us make a decision for the welfare of our students.
We have recently spoken to Plymouth Police who have informed us that the odor was from Indiana Heat Transfer on West Harrison Street.
Once again, the irritation was from a release of a bromide acid which is a lung and eye irritant but is not toxic.
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has been notified and is investigating the issue.
At this time, we feel convinced that the air is clean thus allowing schools to have practices and any scheduled games tonight.
Plymouth Schools is very appreciative of the immediate response of the Plymouth Police Department on this situation and their willingness to help us make a decision for the welfare of our students.
Blog Bits
About 9:00 a.m. the high school notified the central office that band students were complaining about irritating air quality in the high school’s north parking lot. Parents were notified, the nurse attended to students, and with permission from parents, some students were allowed to go home. The Police Chief, Jim Cox, indicated that a Plymouth factory was emitting a chemical that would only cause irritation of the nose, eyes, and throat. In order to safeguard our students, we are keeping them inside the rest of the day. Chief Cox said a representative of IDEM has been called to investigate the situation.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Blog Bits
School Board Meeting
On September 6, 2007, the Board of Trustees met in regular session. In addition to the regularly scheduled items, the Board conducted a hearing on the 2008 budget. The Board conducted a second hearing on the 2008 capital projects and a third hearing was held on the 2008-2017 bus purchase plan. The Board accepted two transfer tuition students and heard a facility update. The Board will meet on September 20, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Washington Elementary School.
PHS Girls Golf Team
Congratulations to the Girls Golf Team for their NLC Championship. Next on the agenda - the IHSAA Sectional.
Pride of Plymouth Marching Band
The band competed last Saturday evening in its first competition at Goshen High School. The students won 3 caption awards and finished in 2nd place by one half a point.
On September 6, 2007, the Board of Trustees met in regular session. In addition to the regularly scheduled items, the Board conducted a hearing on the 2008 budget. The Board conducted a second hearing on the 2008 capital projects and a third hearing was held on the 2008-2017 bus purchase plan. The Board accepted two transfer tuition students and heard a facility update. The Board will meet on September 20, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Washington Elementary School.
PHS Girls Golf Team
Congratulations to the Girls Golf Team for their NLC Championship. Next on the agenda - the IHSAA Sectional.
Pride of Plymouth Marching Band
The band competed last Saturday evening in its first competition at Goshen High School. The students won 3 caption awards and finished in 2nd place by one half a point.
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Blog Bits
At approximately 12:10 this afternoon, students reported to a teacher assistant that they had seen a man with a rifle on the Washington playground. The teaching assistant made the report to the principal.
All students were withdrawn from the playground. The doors to the building were locked. Police were notified. The Plymouth police searched the area and investigated the sighting. After interviewing the students, police concluded there was no person with a gun on the playground.
All students were withdrawn from the playground. The doors to the building were locked. Police were notified. The Plymouth police searched the area and investigated the sighting. After interviewing the students, police concluded there was no person with a gun on the playground.
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Dan Funston is our new principal at Lincoln Jr. High. He was formerly principal at John Glenn High School. Dan holds degrees from Tri-State University and Indiana University.
He and his wife, Heidi, are the parents of three children. Dan is very pleased to be a part of Plymouth Schools because they pursue excellence in everything.
He and his wife, Heidi, are the parents of three children. Dan is very pleased to be a part of Plymouth Schools because they pursue excellence in everything.
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Blog Bits
New Staff
Joan May has been hired as the resource teacher at Jefferson Elementary. She received her bachelor’s degree from Wheelock College and her master’s from Indiana State.
Her husband, Ron, is president of Ancilla college, and they have three grown sons. Joan enjoys working with children and finds schools to be exciting, vibrant places to work.
Her husband, Ron, is president of Ancilla college, and they have three grown sons. Joan enjoys working with children and finds schools to be exciting, vibrant places to work.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees met in regular session on August 16, 2007. In addition to regular business, the board reviewed the extra-curricular financial reports, heard a report on the opening of school (see below), heard a strategic plan update, and acknowledged student activity requisitions. Upon conclusion of the regular meeting, the board conducted a budget workshop. The advertised levy for calendar year 2008 will be approximately $400,000 smaller than the levy advertised in 2007. This is due to an increase in state aid and miscellaneous revenues. The next board meeting is scheduled for September 6th at 7:00 p.m. At that meeting the board will conduct a hearing on the proposed 2008 Budget, 2008 Capital Projects plan, and 2008 Bus Purchase Plan.
Opening Week of School
School opened on August 15. One thousand thirty-three elementary students were registered. Five hundred sixty-five students were registered at Riverside Intermediate. Lincoln Jr. High had registered five hundred twelve students, and one thousand eighty-four students were registered at Plymouth High School. The numbers still include some no-shows. Official count day will be the third Friday in September. Adjustments will be made to the bus routes through the first two weeks of school to balance loads and pickup spots. If you have any questions about transportation issues, please contact Rick Scott at 936-3115.
The Board of Trustees met in regular session on August 16, 2007. In addition to regular business, the board reviewed the extra-curricular financial reports, heard a report on the opening of school (see below), heard a strategic plan update, and acknowledged student activity requisitions. Upon conclusion of the regular meeting, the board conducted a budget workshop. The advertised levy for calendar year 2008 will be approximately $400,000 smaller than the levy advertised in 2007. This is due to an increase in state aid and miscellaneous revenues. The next board meeting is scheduled for September 6th at 7:00 p.m. At that meeting the board will conduct a hearing on the proposed 2008 Budget, 2008 Capital Projects plan, and 2008 Bus Purchase Plan.
Opening Week of School
School opened on August 15. One thousand thirty-three elementary students were registered. Five hundred sixty-five students were registered at Riverside Intermediate. Lincoln Jr. High had registered five hundred twelve students, and one thousand eighty-four students were registered at Plymouth High School. The numbers still include some no-shows. Official count day will be the third Friday in September. Adjustments will be made to the bus routes through the first two weeks of school to balance loads and pickup spots. If you have any questions about transportation issues, please contact Rick Scott at 936-3115.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Plymouth Schools Closed Today
Plymouth Community Schools are closed today. There was no power at Menominee Elementary. There were several spots in the district where light poles or trees were blocking roads.
Monday, June 18, 2007
PHS Distinguished Alumni Award
Max Frederick (Fred) Kehoe was born February 13, 1928 to Goldie and Pius Kehoe. A natural athlete, Fred was a three-sport athlete at Plymouth High School, earning eight varsity letters. He lettered two years in football, led the team in scoring and rushing his senior year, and was named to the All-Conference Team. He lettered in basketball two years and led the team in scoring his senior year; he was named All-Sectional and All-Conference. He also lettered in track, participating in pole vault, high jump and 880 relay. Fred graduated from PHS in 1946.
Fred then attended Ball State University where he was also a three-sport athlete, a rare achievement. He lettered four years in football and led the team in rushing and touchdowns all four years. His 14 TDs during his senior year and 30 career TDs remained a BSU record for more than 30 years. He established records for most points in one season (84) and career points (156). During Fred’s senior year, he led Indiana colleges in scoring and was named to the All-State Team, and was halfback for the only undefeated, untied football team in BSU history. As a junior, he tied for second in the state in scoring with 11 TDs. He lettered two years in basketball and was the starting guard his senior year. He also lettered two years in track. Fred graduated in from Ball Sate in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He also has an M.A. degree from Indiana University (1956).
After graduation, Fred was hired by Plymouth High School as an Assistant Coach in Football until being drafted into the United States Army. While in the Army, he played football for two years and was the starting halfback at Ft. Knox for an undefeated team. He was team Captain and led the team in scoring. As starting halfback for the 29th Regiment for an undefeated team, he led in rushing and scoring. His football team was 2nd Army Champions. Fred also played basketball at Ft. Knox, and taught and coached basketball and track in the American Independent School on Okinawa.
Following his military experience, Fred returned to PHS as Assistant Coach from 1952-55 and coached an undefeated junior high football team (1953). Fred was named Head Football Coach at PHS from 1956-58. He also served as Head Golf Coach for two years and Basketball Coach for one year. He then went to Ball State University where he was Assistant Football and Offensive Backfield Coach from 1958-1970. He was also Freshman Coach for Basketball for one year and Baseball for 4 years. He was Offensive Coordinator in charge of recruiting in football for nine years.
Fred’s exceptional coaching honors include: record of 14-2-1 as Head Football Coach for Plymouth High School, coaching Bill Nixon (PHS football team captain) and Steve Yoder (head basketball coach for Ball State and Wisconsin University) from 7th grade through high school. While at Ball State, he coached halfbacks Jim Todd and Amos Van Pelt who became professionals in the NFL. Ball State’s 1965 team was undefeated and played in the Grantland Rice Bowl (tie game with Tennessee State). The 1967 team also played in the Grantland Rice Bowl. He left coaching to become Assistant Athletic Director for BSU from 1970-1982. He was also Associate Professor of Physical Education for 20 years (1968-1988).
After his retirement from Ball State, Fred taught golf at the United States Golf Academy (1988-1994) in Plymouth, IN. Recognized for his outstanding accomplishments in sports, Fred is a Charter Member of the Ball State University Hall of Fame and a Member of the Indiana Football Hall of Fame. His achievements, however, extend to community and volunteer service as well. He received an Indiana Angel Award (sports category), the Bill Shuman Outstanding Volunteer Award (Heart to Heart Crisis Pregnancy Center, Muncie, IN), and was presented a key to the City of Muncie for outstanding dedication to the church, Ball State, and citizens of Muncie. For 12 years, Fred was President of Full Gospel Business Men Fellowship International, a regional speaker and committee member. He was a keynote speaker for Plymouth Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast.
Fred married Barbara Drake (daughter of Walter and Della Drake) of Plymouth in 1953; they have four children: Steve (wife Amy), Jama (Bigger, husband John), Doug (wife Laura), and Julee; they have nine grandchildren. He is an avid golfer, enjoys time with his family, and now cheers for his grandchildren’s sports participation.
Fred then attended Ball State University where he was also a three-sport athlete, a rare achievement. He lettered four years in football and led the team in rushing and touchdowns all four years. His 14 TDs during his senior year and 30 career TDs remained a BSU record for more than 30 years. He established records for most points in one season (84) and career points (156). During Fred’s senior year, he led Indiana colleges in scoring and was named to the All-State Team, and was halfback for the only undefeated, untied football team in BSU history. As a junior, he tied for second in the state in scoring with 11 TDs. He lettered two years in basketball and was the starting guard his senior year. He also lettered two years in track. Fred graduated in from Ball Sate in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He also has an M.A. degree from Indiana University (1956).
After graduation, Fred was hired by Plymouth High School as an Assistant Coach in Football until being drafted into the United States Army. While in the Army, he played football for two years and was the starting halfback at Ft. Knox for an undefeated team. He was team Captain and led the team in scoring. As starting halfback for the 29th Regiment for an undefeated team, he led in rushing and scoring. His football team was 2nd Army Champions. Fred also played basketball at Ft. Knox, and taught and coached basketball and track in the American Independent School on Okinawa.
Following his military experience, Fred returned to PHS as Assistant Coach from 1952-55 and coached an undefeated junior high football team (1953). Fred was named Head Football Coach at PHS from 1956-58. He also served as Head Golf Coach for two years and Basketball Coach for one year. He then went to Ball State University where he was Assistant Football and Offensive Backfield Coach from 1958-1970. He was also Freshman Coach for Basketball for one year and Baseball for 4 years. He was Offensive Coordinator in charge of recruiting in football for nine years.
Fred’s exceptional coaching honors include: record of 14-2-1 as Head Football Coach for Plymouth High School, coaching Bill Nixon (PHS football team captain) and Steve Yoder (head basketball coach for Ball State and Wisconsin University) from 7th grade through high school. While at Ball State, he coached halfbacks Jim Todd and Amos Van Pelt who became professionals in the NFL. Ball State’s 1965 team was undefeated and played in the Grantland Rice Bowl (tie game with Tennessee State). The 1967 team also played in the Grantland Rice Bowl. He left coaching to become Assistant Athletic Director for BSU from 1970-1982. He was also Associate Professor of Physical Education for 20 years (1968-1988).
After his retirement from Ball State, Fred taught golf at the United States Golf Academy (1988-1994) in Plymouth, IN. Recognized for his outstanding accomplishments in sports, Fred is a Charter Member of the Ball State University Hall of Fame and a Member of the Indiana Football Hall of Fame. His achievements, however, extend to community and volunteer service as well. He received an Indiana Angel Award (sports category), the Bill Shuman Outstanding Volunteer Award (Heart to Heart Crisis Pregnancy Center, Muncie, IN), and was presented a key to the City of Muncie for outstanding dedication to the church, Ball State, and citizens of Muncie. For 12 years, Fred was President of Full Gospel Business Men Fellowship International, a regional speaker and committee member. He was a keynote speaker for Plymouth Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast.
Fred married Barbara Drake (daughter of Walter and Della Drake) of Plymouth in 1953; they have four children: Steve (wife Amy), Jama (Bigger, husband John), Doug (wife Laura), and Julee; they have nine grandchildren. He is an avid golfer, enjoys time with his family, and now cheers for his grandchildren’s sports participation.
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Blog Bits
LJH Principal
The Board of Trustees appointed Dan Funston as principal of Lincoln Junior High. Dan has served as a middle school and high school teacher in Northern Wells Community Schools. He has served both as the assistant principal and principal at John Glenn. Dan’s official duties will begin July 1, 2007.
All Day Kindergarten
At a special meeting last evening the Board of Trustees voted to initiate All Day Kindergarten in the Plymouth Community Schools. The Elementary Leadership Team will begin planning immediately for the implementation of the program. Please watch this website and local media for details as they become available.
The Board of Trustees appointed Dan Funston as principal of Lincoln Junior High. Dan has served as a middle school and high school teacher in Northern Wells Community Schools. He has served both as the assistant principal and principal at John Glenn. Dan’s official duties will begin July 1, 2007.
All Day Kindergarten
At a special meeting last evening the Board of Trustees voted to initiate All Day Kindergarten in the Plymouth Community Schools. The Elementary Leadership Team will begin planning immediately for the implementation of the program. Please watch this website and local media for details as they become available.
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Honors at PHS
Sunday, May 20, 2007, Plymouth High School inducted eight members of the senior class into the Academic Hall of Fame. To qualify for the hall of fame, students must take at least eight trimesters in the respective department, maintain at least an A average in that department, and be a graduating senior in good standing. Congratulations to the following for their hard work and dedication in their respective fields.
Heidi Keiser – Science
Brendan Fox – English and Social Studies
Eric Beck – Math
Sanchara Ballog – Vocal Music
Meredith Barron – Physical Education
Ryan Carlberg – Performing Arts
Derek Harrell – Agriculture
Audrey Kelly – World Languages
Teachers were also honored Sunday at the National Honor Society Induction. Six were nominated for Teacher of Excellence. They include Mark Wagoner, Cindy Wagoner, Monty Peden, Donna Chaney, Dena McLochlin, and Allison Hargrove.
Congratulations to Allison Hargrove the Teacher of Excellence recipient for the 2006 – 2007 school year at Plymouth High School. Allison, a first year teacher at Plymouth High School, was the student choice for this award. Allison’s rigorous curriculum and amiable personality has immediately made her a student favorite. Good job, Allison! The Plymouth School Corporation is proud to have you on our staff.
Heidi Keiser – Science
Brendan Fox – English and Social Studies
Eric Beck – Math
Sanchara Ballog – Vocal Music
Meredith Barron – Physical Education
Ryan Carlberg – Performing Arts
Derek Harrell – Agriculture
Audrey Kelly – World Languages
Teachers were also honored Sunday at the National Honor Society Induction. Six were nominated for Teacher of Excellence. They include Mark Wagoner, Cindy Wagoner, Monty Peden, Donna Chaney, Dena McLochlin, and Allison Hargrove.
Congratulations to Allison Hargrove the Teacher of Excellence recipient for the 2006 – 2007 school year at Plymouth High School. Allison, a first year teacher at Plymouth High School, was the student choice for this award. Allison’s rigorous curriculum and amiable personality has immediately made her a student favorite. Good job, Allison! The Plymouth School Corporation is proud to have you on our staff.
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Blog Bits
We received word this morning that Angela Hissong, pre-school teacher at Washington Elementary, has been named Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year for the Plymouth area. Congratulations to Angela for the great accomplishment!
Sunday, May 13, 2007
ACADEMIC ALL-CONFERENCE CLASS of 2007
The following PHS senior athletes were named to the All-Conference Academic Teams for the 2006-2007 school year. We are very proud of our athletes and their work on the field and in the classroom. Also, kudos to their parents and coaches for helping these fine young men and women balance their time on the playing field and in the classroom.
Heidi Keiser Golf, Basketball, and Tennis
Meredith Barron Volleyball, Basketball, and Track
Brendan Fox Cross Country, Wriestling, and Track
Byron Faulstich Basketball and Baseball
Jason Renz Football, Basketball, and Baseball
Jacob Palmer Tennis, Basketball, and Track
Michael Hooker Football, and Track
Chad Clinton Football, Basketball, and Baseball
Elaine Hessel Basketball and Track
Alex Morris Football and Track
Heidi Keiser Golf, Basketball, and Tennis
Meredith Barron Volleyball, Basketball, and Track
Brendan Fox Cross Country, Wriestling, and Track
Byron Faulstich Basketball and Baseball
Jason Renz Football, Basketball, and Baseball
Jacob Palmer Tennis, Basketball, and Track
Michael Hooker Football, and Track
Chad Clinton Football, Basketball, and Baseball
Elaine Hessel Basketball and Track
Alex Morris Football and Track
Friday, May 04, 2007
Blog Bits
As a young teacher in 1979, I was introduced to Mr. Richard Benefiel. I developed an immediate respect for the man, not because he demanded it, but because of what he stood for. Rigidly organized, a strict disciplinarian, but most importantly his students could play music and the loved every minute of every song. He rarely smiled, but when he did, his students knew that they had played the piece to perfection. From his marching shows at football games, to his jazz bands, and to the Big Red Band Variety Show, everyone in town knew that when Mr. Benefiel took the podium, he stood for excellence.
When I heard that he had passed away, I was deeply saddened. Plymouth has lost one of the finest teachers to have ever graced our classrooms. I'm going to the Variety Show this weekend and had planned to all along. It's what you do in Plymouth on the first weekend in May. And when the overture sounds and the lights come alive, there will be a smile on my face in the back of the darkened house. Not just because my two children are in the show, but the evening promises to bring back great memories of Mr. Richard Benefiel. A good friend, a fine father, and a tremendous teacher. We're going to miss you, Dick. We're going to miss you!
When I heard that he had passed away, I was deeply saddened. Plymouth has lost one of the finest teachers to have ever graced our classrooms. I'm going to the Variety Show this weekend and had planned to all along. It's what you do in Plymouth on the first weekend in May. And when the overture sounds and the lights come alive, there will be a smile on my face in the back of the darkened house. Not just because my two children are in the show, but the evening promises to bring back great memories of Mr. Richard Benefiel. A good friend, a fine father, and a tremendous teacher. We're going to miss you, Dick. We're going to miss you!
Blog Bits
For the 4th year in a row, the Destination Imagination Team from Lincoln Junior High has qualified to compete in the Destination Imagination Global Finals tournament to be held in Knoxville, Tennessee in May. This year’s structural problem is called Card-DI-ology. The students are required to build a structure entirely of glue and cards (from a deck of playing cards). Thus far this year’s structure has held 512 pounds.
Members of the team include Riverside students: Danielle Krou and Adam Kolacz, and Lincoln students: Monica Weaser, Victoria MacLain, Jacob Segraves, Michael Gray, and Cassie Gaines. Managers for this year’s team are: Denise Benczik, Jennie Mikesell, Ryan Benczik, Sarah Benczik, and Steve Benczik.
Congratulations to students and their coaches for a job well done.
Members of the team include Riverside students: Danielle Krou and Adam Kolacz, and Lincoln students: Monica Weaser, Victoria MacLain, Jacob Segraves, Michael Gray, and Cassie Gaines. Managers for this year’s team are: Denise Benczik, Jennie Mikesell, Ryan Benczik, Sarah Benczik, and Steve Benczik.
Congratulations to students and their coaches for a job well done.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Wellness at Town Hall Meetings
PASS is sponsoring two Town Hall Meetings on the subject of Wellness. On Monday, April 30, information and time for input will be given on the school’s Wellness Policy. The Town Hall Meeting will be in the Educational Room at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center at 7:00 PM.
The second Town Hall Meeting will feature a panel of health professionals to discuss childhood obesity and nutrition in our schools. It will be held, May 15, at 7:00 PM. Once again, it will be held in the Educational Center at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.
PASS stands for Plymouth Achieving Stronger Schools. For more information on PASS, contact Tim Peters at tmapeters@comcast.net.
The second Town Hall Meeting will feature a panel of health professionals to discuss childhood obesity and nutrition in our schools. It will be held, May 15, at 7:00 PM. Once again, it will be held in the Educational Center at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.
PASS stands for Plymouth Achieving Stronger Schools. For more information on PASS, contact Tim Peters at tmapeters@comcast.net.
Friday, April 27, 2007
Blog Bits
Some have expressed concerns about computer usage at Riverside Intermediate. Mrs. Burroughs sent the following letter to all parents:
Dear Parent,
A couple of weeks ago we dealt with an incident of students accessing inappropriate web sites at school on classroom computers. A television station interviewed me at the time about this subject. As a parent, you may have questions about the procedures in place at school to ensure Internet safety for your child. That is the reason for this letter.
All Plymouth Community Schools, including Riverside Intermediate School, follow safety guidelines and have systems in place to safeguard our children. We all have a “Computer Use” policy/agreement that is signed by each student and parent at registration each year. We have security filters and firewalls on all of our computers and servers that are constantly monitored to try and keep out inappropriate sites. Students are only to use computers under supervision of an adult. In short, we are taking all known precautions.
On the other hand, we have some very technically knowledgeable students in our classrooms of today. Some of them have found a way to access other servers from our computers. Some of them have found ways to dismantle some of our filters. We deal with these students as these problems are encountered.
I hope this answers the questions you may have at this time. If not, please contact me at school.
Sincerely,
Donna Burroughs, Principal
Our technology department is updating the filter system continuously. We are also reviewing computer use procedures throughout the district.
Dear Parent,
A couple of weeks ago we dealt with an incident of students accessing inappropriate web sites at school on classroom computers. A television station interviewed me at the time about this subject. As a parent, you may have questions about the procedures in place at school to ensure Internet safety for your child. That is the reason for this letter.
All Plymouth Community Schools, including Riverside Intermediate School, follow safety guidelines and have systems in place to safeguard our children. We all have a “Computer Use” policy/agreement that is signed by each student and parent at registration each year. We have security filters and firewalls on all of our computers and servers that are constantly monitored to try and keep out inappropriate sites. Students are only to use computers under supervision of an adult. In short, we are taking all known precautions.
On the other hand, we have some very technically knowledgeable students in our classrooms of today. Some of them have found a way to access other servers from our computers. Some of them have found ways to dismantle some of our filters. We deal with these students as these problems are encountered.
I hope this answers the questions you may have at this time. If not, please contact me at school.
Sincerely,
Donna Burroughs, Principal
Our technology department is updating the filter system continuously. We are also reviewing computer use procedures throughout the district.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
KUDOS ABOUND
BAND
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Bands performed at Logansport High School recently and both groups received gold ratings. The Wind Ensemble was in Group I which requires the most difficult literature for high school students. The bands have now completed the year with gold ratings in every ISSMA event area, earning them the prestigious banner of excellence for the 2006-07 school year.
JANE WILLIAMS
Jane Williams was recently named the Regional Food Service Worker of the Year by the Richard Lugar Foundation. Jane has brought many changes and excitement to the high school cafeteria.
KATHY RICHTER
Kathy Richter, high school English teacher, was awarded the Most Valuable Member of the four-year Online Writing Project by the Indiana Writing Project. The high school English Department also presented their four-year writing curriculum which received praise from English teachers throughout the state.
SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM
Jon Tyree and Camden Robertson became the first freshmen from Plymouth to qualify for the National Speech and Debate Tournament. Cameron Capper also qualified in Congress making the 12th member of the PHS Speech and Debate Team to qualify for this summer’s national tournament.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Bands performed at Logansport High School recently and both groups received gold ratings. The Wind Ensemble was in Group I which requires the most difficult literature for high school students. The bands have now completed the year with gold ratings in every ISSMA event area, earning them the prestigious banner of excellence for the 2006-07 school year.
JANE WILLIAMS
Jane Williams was recently named the Regional Food Service Worker of the Year by the Richard Lugar Foundation. Jane has brought many changes and excitement to the high school cafeteria.
KATHY RICHTER
Kathy Richter, high school English teacher, was awarded the Most Valuable Member of the four-year Online Writing Project by the Indiana Writing Project. The high school English Department also presented their four-year writing curriculum which received praise from English teachers throughout the state.
SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM
Jon Tyree and Camden Robertson became the first freshmen from Plymouth to qualify for the National Speech and Debate Tournament. Cameron Capper also qualified in Congress making the 12th member of the PHS Speech and Debate Team to qualify for this summer’s national tournament.
Friday, April 20, 2007
Blog Bits
Just a reminder
The last school day for all Plymouth Community School students will be May 30, 2007.
The last day for teachers will be May 31, 2007.
The last school day for all Plymouth Community School students will be May 30, 2007.
The last day for teachers will be May 31, 2007.
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Blog Bits
Academic Superbowl Winners
Congratulations to Plymouth High School’s Academic Superbowl Teams for a strong showing at our final area competition. The students put in large amounts of their own time studying and spent many hours competing and should be recognized for their hard work and commitment.
Results were as follows:
Social Studies- 2nd
English- 3rd
Math- 2nd
Fine Arts- 1st- Kayla Hassett, Nikki Chalk, Nathan Dubinin, and Kaylee Kopetski
Science- 1st - Brian Kunze, Robbie McClellan, Kailyn Dodson, and Scott See
Interdisciplinary - 4th
Congratulations to Plymouth High School’s Academic Superbowl Teams for a strong showing at our final area competition. The students put in large amounts of their own time studying and spent many hours competing and should be recognized for their hard work and commitment.
Results were as follows:
Social Studies- 2nd
English- 3rd
Math- 2nd
Fine Arts- 1st- Kayla Hassett, Nikki Chalk, Nathan Dubinin, and Kaylee Kopetski
Science- 1st - Brian Kunze, Robbie McClellan, Kailyn Dodson, and Scott See
Interdisciplinary - 4th
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Blog Bits
Choir Concert
The high school choir and Crimson Connection performed Sunday afternoon in the auditorium. The selections were a combination of traditional and up-beat songs. The concert was enjoyed by all in attendance.
Thank you to Mrs. Glaub and the students for the hours spent in preparation.
Congratulations
Congratulations Mr. McKenzie! The National Forensic League is proud to announce that David McKenzie has earned a fourth diamond. Mr. McKenzie attained a total of 11,661 points on April 7, 2007. Under Mr. McKenzie’s instructions, his students have earned over 116,610 credit points. In June, Mr. McKenzie will receive special recognition at the Lincoln Financial Group, NFL National Tournament for his dedication and training effective leadership skill. This year’s tournament will be held in Derby Wichita, Kansas, June 17-22. Over 2,700 students and 1,500 coaches will be in attendance. The National Speech Tournament has been held continuously since 1931.
Thank you Mr. McKenzie.
The high school choir and Crimson Connection performed Sunday afternoon in the auditorium. The selections were a combination of traditional and up-beat songs. The concert was enjoyed by all in attendance.
Thank you to Mrs. Glaub and the students for the hours spent in preparation.
Congratulations
Congratulations Mr. McKenzie! The National Forensic League is proud to announce that David McKenzie has earned a fourth diamond. Mr. McKenzie attained a total of 11,661 points on April 7, 2007. Under Mr. McKenzie’s instructions, his students have earned over 116,610 credit points. In June, Mr. McKenzie will receive special recognition at the Lincoln Financial Group, NFL National Tournament for his dedication and training effective leadership skill. This year’s tournament will be held in Derby Wichita, Kansas, June 17-22. Over 2,700 students and 1,500 coaches will be in attendance. The National Speech Tournament has been held continuously since 1931.
Thank you Mr. McKenzie.
Friday, April 13, 2007
Blog Bits
Kindergarten Round-up
This year’s new Kindergarten Round-up was a success as 157 eager children and their parents attended the new format Wednesday evening. Using this number as a predictor, we can look for approximately 314 students in kindergarten next year. As for all-day kindergarten, we won’t know anything until the legislative session ends.
If you missed the roundup here is what you can do:
Jefferson: Please bring your child in. Someone will help you with the necessary forms while your child is being screened. (574) 936-2443
Menominee: Call or come in during the school day. Mr. Dunn will go through the forms with you and your child will be screened. (574) 936-2001
Washington: Contact the school to make an appointment for the parent and child. You will be helped with your forms while your child is screened. (574) 936-4072
Webster: We welcome you and your child any time during the school day. You will be helped with the forms while your child is being screened. (574) 936-2520
This year’s new Kindergarten Round-up was a success as 157 eager children and their parents attended the new format Wednesday evening. Using this number as a predictor, we can look for approximately 314 students in kindergarten next year. As for all-day kindergarten, we won’t know anything until the legislative session ends.
If you missed the roundup here is what you can do:
Jefferson: Please bring your child in. Someone will help you with the necessary forms while your child is being screened. (574) 936-2443
Menominee: Call or come in during the school day. Mr. Dunn will go through the forms with you and your child will be screened. (574) 936-2001
Washington: Contact the school to make an appointment for the parent and child. You will be helped with your forms while your child is screened. (574) 936-4072
Webster: We welcome you and your child any time during the school day. You will be helped with the forms while your child is being screened. (574) 936-2520
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
Blog Bits
Some have questioned why we allow people to comment on the blog under the anonymous label. The purpose of our blog is to share information about the district and create discussions among community members regarding the events and issues in our district. When viewing newspapers and other organizations we see that the use of anonymity in blogging and communication has created a wider variety of discourse. Unfortunately, there are those who tear people down and use inappropriate language while hiding behind the anonymity. It is very difficult to give credence to those comments and on occasion, we have removed those from the blog. By the same token, there are those who express their opinions, even though they disagree, and attach their name to their comments. We respect those individuals for their courage.
Pep Band
There have been several comments on the blog about our High School pep band. We want to improve in every aspect of the district. If you have constructive ideas on how to improve the pep band, please feel free to forward those to Mrs. Wagoner at cwagoner@plymouth.k12.in.us or share your constructive comments on the blog.
Speech & Basketball Team
We are extremely proud of the accomplishments of both organizations. Students and staff members involved in both organizations work many hours throughout the year improving their skills and preparing themselves for the tasks at hand. Students involved in both organizations have demonstrated what can be done by today’s students when provided structure and direction. Congratulations again to the team members, staff members, parents, and all those who supported our speech and basketball teams throughout the year.
Pep Band
There have been several comments on the blog about our High School pep band. We want to improve in every aspect of the district. If you have constructive ideas on how to improve the pep band, please feel free to forward those to Mrs. Wagoner at cwagoner@plymouth.k12.in.us or share your constructive comments on the blog.
Speech & Basketball Team
We are extremely proud of the accomplishments of both organizations. Students and staff members involved in both organizations work many hours throughout the year improving their skills and preparing themselves for the tasks at hand. Students involved in both organizations have demonstrated what can be done by today’s students when provided structure and direction. Congratulations again to the team members, staff members, parents, and all those who supported our speech and basketball teams throughout the year.
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Blog Bits
PHS Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame
Nominations are now being accepted at Plymouth High School and until April 15, 2007, for the PHS Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Award which will be presented at the 2007 Alumni Association Banquet on June 15, 2007.
After all nominations are received, the committee will review the nominations and select a PHS alumnus who has made a significant contribution in his/her field or has been of exceptional service to his/her profession either locally, statewide, and/or nationally.
A nomination form may be obtained at PHS, Marshall County Historical Society, WTCA, Plymouth Library, Chamber of Commerce, Marshall County Convention and Tourism Bureau or from any committee member. A form also appears in THE PILOT-NEWS.
The Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame committee members are Richard Tobias, PHS Principal; Larry Pinkerton, retired PHS principal who originated the award in 1984; Jack Greenlee, Class of 1947; Sally Johnson Greenlee, Class of 1966; Larry Holloway, Class of 1962; Beverly Kelso Brummett, Class of 1965; Mary Lee Williams Rudd, Class of 1951; Karen MacLain Liedtky, Class of 1977; and Jane Faulstich Nelson, Class of 1985 and Laura Jeffirs Kruyer, Class of 1988, PHS teachers and co-chairpersons.
Previous winners of the award are Major General Larry N. Tibbetts, Class of 1952; James L. Parsons, Class of 1933; Dr. Foster and Louise Link Montgomery, Class of 1930; Commodore Schuyler F. Heim, Class of 1902; Mearl D. Strombeck, Class of 1918; Walter A. Glaub, Class of 1932; Charles O. Glaub, Class of 1935; Noble E. Kizer, Class of 1919; Lt. Col Lewis L. Hawkins, Class of 1948; Donald R. Minix, Class of 1940; Florence Hoham, Class of 1922; George F. Stevens, Class of 1920; Dr. Edith Boyer Schuman Tackitt, Class of 1923; Dr. Ruth Mangun Holland, Class of 1942; C. Arthur Thomas, Class of 1926; Dr. M. Sue Pifer, Class of 1957; Marshall F. Kizer, Class of 1925; Dr. James Harley Kellar, Class of 1939; Frederick C. Morrow, Class of 1941; Robert L. Hileman, Class of 1940; Scott Skiles, Class of 1982; Lester D. Read, Class of 1943; Francis Wilson Johnson, Class of 1933; Clifford Linedecker, Class of 1950, and Don Aker, Class of 1949.
A display of Hall of Fame winners is visible in the north lobby at Plymouth High School.
There are many PHS graduates who qualify for the award. Please consider someone and submit the nomination. Nominations not selected are kept permanently to be reviewed for the following years.
For further information, call:
Jane Nelson or Laura Kruyer, PHS, 936-2178
Nominations are now being accepted at Plymouth High School and until April 15, 2007, for the PHS Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Award which will be presented at the 2007 Alumni Association Banquet on June 15, 2007.
After all nominations are received, the committee will review the nominations and select a PHS alumnus who has made a significant contribution in his/her field or has been of exceptional service to his/her profession either locally, statewide, and/or nationally.
A nomination form may be obtained at PHS, Marshall County Historical Society, WTCA, Plymouth Library, Chamber of Commerce, Marshall County Convention and Tourism Bureau or from any committee member. A form also appears in THE PILOT-NEWS.
The Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame committee members are Richard Tobias, PHS Principal; Larry Pinkerton, retired PHS principal who originated the award in 1984; Jack Greenlee, Class of 1947; Sally Johnson Greenlee, Class of 1966; Larry Holloway, Class of 1962; Beverly Kelso Brummett, Class of 1965; Mary Lee Williams Rudd, Class of 1951; Karen MacLain Liedtky, Class of 1977; and Jane Faulstich Nelson, Class of 1985 and Laura Jeffirs Kruyer, Class of 1988, PHS teachers and co-chairpersons.
Previous winners of the award are Major General Larry N. Tibbetts, Class of 1952; James L. Parsons, Class of 1933; Dr. Foster and Louise Link Montgomery, Class of 1930; Commodore Schuyler F. Heim, Class of 1902; Mearl D. Strombeck, Class of 1918; Walter A. Glaub, Class of 1932; Charles O. Glaub, Class of 1935; Noble E. Kizer, Class of 1919; Lt. Col Lewis L. Hawkins, Class of 1948; Donald R. Minix, Class of 1940; Florence Hoham, Class of 1922; George F. Stevens, Class of 1920; Dr. Edith Boyer Schuman Tackitt, Class of 1923; Dr. Ruth Mangun Holland, Class of 1942; C. Arthur Thomas, Class of 1926; Dr. M. Sue Pifer, Class of 1957; Marshall F. Kizer, Class of 1925; Dr. James Harley Kellar, Class of 1939; Frederick C. Morrow, Class of 1941; Robert L. Hileman, Class of 1940; Scott Skiles, Class of 1982; Lester D. Read, Class of 1943; Francis Wilson Johnson, Class of 1933; Clifford Linedecker, Class of 1950, and Don Aker, Class of 1949.
A display of Hall of Fame winners is visible in the north lobby at Plymouth High School.
There are many PHS graduates who qualify for the award. Please consider someone and submit the nomination. Nominations not selected are kept permanently to be reviewed for the following years.
For further information, call:
Jane Nelson or Laura Kruyer, PHS, 936-2178
Monday, April 02, 2007
Blog Bits
Plymouth High School L.E.A.D. (leaders eliminating alcohol and drugs) held their Annual Senior Citizen’s Prom on March 21, 2007 in the high school cafeteria. Residents from the Shady Rest Home, Pilgrim Manor, Miller's Merry Manor, Maria Center and Catherine Casper Home were in attendance.
Attached is a picture of the King (Johnny Morlock) and Queen (Barbara Borskie).
Attached is a picture of the King (Johnny Morlock) and Queen (Barbara Borskie).
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