A longtime Winamac Middle School teacher will soon be stepping down. Science teacher Steven Slaven will retire at the end of the semester.
Continue readingLongtime Winamac Middle School Science Teacher to Retire
Masks, Hand Sanitizer Donated to Eastern Pulaski Schools
The local community continues chipping in, to keep Eastern Pulaski students safe during the pandemic. Superintendent Dara Chezem says the school board recently accepted donations of disposable and washable masks, as well as hand sanitizer from Casey’s General Store and the Star City Lions Club. There was also an anonymous donation to pay off negative student lunch accounts, according to the draft meeting minutes.
Continue readingEnrollment Drop Continues at Eastern Pulaski Schools
Eastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Donations of Piano, Cleaning Supplies
A piano and a number of cleaning supplies were among the donations accepted by the Eastern Pulaski School Board last month. Superintendent Dara Chezem told board members that there had been several very generous donations. “Standard Industrial donated over $2,000 worth of items, including washing machine soap, dish soap, floor cleaners, caps for the cafeteria workers,” she said.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Retirement of Longtime High School Teacher
Winamac High School will soon be saying goodbye to longtime social studies teacher Don Darda. He plans to retire at the end of the semester.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Adjusts Pay Structure for Substitute Teachers
The Eastern Pulaski School Board has adjusted the pay structure for substitute teachers. Board members approved the change this month, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem. “Our sub pay is extremely difficult to track, based on the current policy,” she explained. “Currently, subs get paid one rate for their days one to 20 and then another rate for days 20 plus, and that’s not consecutive days.”
Continue readingLocal Schools to Offer Free Meals for Students
Local schools are taking advantage of the USDA’s offer of free meals for students. Normally, the USDA gives funding to schools and other organizations to offer children free meals during the summer. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, that’s been extended to the end of the year.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board to Discuss Sub Pay, Special Ed Services Agreement Tonight
The Eastern Pulaski School Board will discuss sub pay during today’s meeting. Board members will also consider this year’s Teacher Appreciation Grant distribution policy, along with the staff performance evaluation process.
Continue readingBench Honoring Football Program Donated to Winamac High School
Winamac High School’s sports history is being honored with a new installation at the football field. Eastern Pulaski School Superintendent Dara Chezem says the school board accepted a donation from Scott Roudebush earlier this month.
Continue readingLocal School Boards Set to Get New Members, As Candidate Filing Comes to a Close
Some local school boards will get new members next year. The filing period for school board candidates ended last Friday.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski Hires NEOLA to Help with Policy Updates
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is looking to overhaul its corporation policies. The school board last week agreed to start working with policy consultant NEOLA to update and publish policies going forward, according to Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Prompts Adjustments for Eastern Pulaski Extracurricular Activities
Eastern Pulaski students attending class virtually will still be allowed to take part in extracurricular activities.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Changes Wednesday Schedule from Late Arrival to Early Release
Eastern Pulaski students will no longer get a late start to the school day on Wednesdays, but they will get out of class earlier. Superintendent Dara Chezem says the change was approved by the school board last month, following surveys to parents and staff.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Hires Teachers Ahead of Start of School Year
The Eastern Pulaski School Board took action Wednesday to fill a few open positions before the start of the school year.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Approves Textbook Fees, Device Agreements
The Eastern Pulaski School Board recently approved the textbook fees for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Dara Chezem says they’ll vary depending on grade level and, at the high school, course selection, but overall, they’ll be similar to last year’s.
Continue readingMasks, Monetary Donations to Help Eastern Pulaski Students Through Pandemic
Eastern Pulaski students are getting some help through the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to the local community. Frain Mortuary announced last week that it donated 280 child-sized masks to Eastern Pulaski Elementary School. Jon Frain said in a statement that the business remains dedicated to partnering with local schools and helping them provide a safe and positive learning environment.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Finalizes Highway Bus Stop Adjustment in Latest School Handbooks
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is looking to improve school bus safety in its latest round of school handbooks. Superintendent Dara Chezem says school buses will load and unload on the door side only, when the bus is operated on a highway within town limits, eliminating the need for kids to cross the highway to get to the bus.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski Announces COVID-19 Reopening Protocols
Eastern Pulaski students will be “strongly encouraged” to wear face masks when they return to class next month. The school corporation has released its COVID-19 reopening protocols.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board to Discuss Reopening Plan Today
The Eastern Pulaski School Board will discuss a COVID-19 reopening plan today. Eastern Pulaski has been coordinating with the West Central School Corporation to create a countywide plan.
Continue readingProposed Student, Employee Handbook Updates Presented to Eastern Pulaski School Board
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is looking to move bus stops off of highways. A proposed update to the transportation handbook would eliminate all highway stops both in and out of town, according to the draft minutes from last week’s school board meeting. Another change would offer more guidance on when drivers should use the buses’ strobe lights.
Continue reading
