The Eastern Pulaski school bus involved in last month’s fatal crash in Marshall County officially had its number retired by the school board Monday.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Retires Bus Number, Accepts Memorial Bench Donation
Eastern Pulaski, Oregon-Davis School Boards Honor Outgoing Members
The Eastern Pulaski School Board said goodbye to a longtime member last week. Mike Tetzloff attended his final meeting, after more than 16 years on the board.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Updated on Library Transformation
Winamac Middle/High School officials continue to rethink the traditional school library. The Eastern Pulaski School Board got an update last week from Media Center Director Karen Butler. For the past three years, she’s led the high school’s Warrior Academy program and added the media center into her list of responsibilities a few months ago.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Makes Final 2019 Budget Preparations
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is making the final preparations for the 2019 budget year. Last week, the school board officially readopted the 2019 Operations Fund budget, after Superintendent Dan Foster said an error was found in the fund’s adopted tax levy.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Hires Another New Assistant Treasurer
For the second time in just over a month, the Eastern Pulaski School Board has hired a new assistant treasurer. Stefanie Grandstaff was appointed to the position Monday, after Tonja Good resigned last month just a few days after she was officially hired.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Approves Strategic Plan
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation now has a strategic plan, but how some of its suggestions will be paid for remains to be seen. The five-year plan was approved by the school board Monday, after hearing a presentation over it the month before.
Eastern Pulaski Reviewing Safety Procedures Following Bus Accident
In the wake of the recent school bus accident, Eastern Pulaski School officials are working to see what lessons they can learn going forward.
Eastern Pulaski School Officials Mourn Loss of Student, Thank Community for Support
Eastern Pulaski school officials expressed their grief and thanked the community for its support, during Monday’s school board meeting. It was the board’s first meeting since the bus accident that claimed the life of eighth grader Owen Abbott and left several others injured.
Plymouth School Officials Recognized for Providing Assistance During Last Week’s School Bus Crash
In the midst of last week’s fatal school bus crash, several Plymouth school officials were among those joining in the response efforts.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Narrows List of Candidates for Van Buren Township Seat
The vacancy on the Eastern Pulaski School Board may be filled as soon as Monday. Five people expressed interest in the Van Buren Township seat recently vacated by Terri Johnston, according to Superintendent Dan Foster.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Replaces Retiring Assistant Treasurer
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation has a new assistant treasurer. The school board officially accepted Diana Hanselman’s retirement during a special session Tuesday, according to Superintendent Dan Foster.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Looking for New Van Buren Township Representative
The Eastern Pulaski School Board is looking for a new member. Board President Terri Johnston, who represents Van Buren Township, is stepping down because she’s moving out of the area, according to Superintendent Dan Foster. A new Van Buren Township representative is being sought to serve the remainder of Johnston’s term, which runs through the end of 2020.
Eastern Pulaski School Board to Consider Strategic Plan Proposal
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation could have a strategic plan in place within the next couple months. Superintendent Dan Foster says the strategic planning committee has been making progress.
Eastern Pulaski Elementary Students Give Chromebook Demonstration to School Board
Back in April, the Eastern Pulaski School Board approved the purchase of Chromebooks for the elementary school. On Monday, members had the chance to see how they’re being used.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Reviews School Improvement Plans
School improvement plans were approved by the Eastern Pulaski School Board Monday, according to Superintendent Dan Foster. He says each school’s plan tries to identify some areas of concern, as well as strengths.
Eastern Pulaski School Board Adopts 2019 Budget
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation’s 2019 budget was officially adopted by the school board Monday. It adds up to just over $15.8 million.
Crews Working on Punch List Items to Wrap Up Eastern Pulaski Asphalt, Concrete Project
Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation’s summer paving project. “The asphalt and concrete is pretty close,” Superintendent Dan Foster says. Continue reading
Student Shout Out Program Highlighted at Eastern Pulaski School Board Meeting
A highly effective incentive program at Winamac High School was highlighted at this week’s Eastern Pulaski School board meeting.
Teachers Kevin Zupin, Gretchen Gearhart and Jeremy Wagner came before the board to talk about the Student Shout-Out Program. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Approves Generator Purchase
Eastern Pulaski School Board members approved a generator purchase when they met on Monday.
Superintendent Dan Foster said that initially, school officials planned to purchase a backup battery system but a lack of anticipated e-rate funding caused the school board members to explore other options. Continue reading
Eastern Pulaski School Board Prepares for New School Funding Structure
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation is getting ready for the new school funding structure set to take effect in 2019. The school board adopted a resolution Monday to establish new Education and Operations funds, according to Superintendent Dan Foster.
