Helping students with developmental disabilities more fully become part of Knox High School is the goal of several programs highlighted during last month’s school board meeting.
Continue readingRedskin Academy Celebrates First Graduates
The Knox School Board got a recap of the Redskin Academy’s first semester last week.
Local Schools Looking to Implement Graduation Pathways for Students Struggling to Pass ISTEP
Local school administrators are looking toward the state’s new Graduation Pathways as a way to help current students struggling to pass the ISTEP. Knox High School Principal Dr. Elizabeth Ratliff told the school board last week that the initiative provides more options to students planning careers in various skilled trades.
More Than 40 Knox Middle Students Getting Math, Language Arts Help, With New Tutoring Program
Knox Middle School is reporting success with its new after-school tutoring program. Principal Jake Skelly told the school board last week that between Math and English/Language Arts, about 44 students have been taking part. If you are one of many needing help with languages, view this post to get help translating entire documents
Knox School Board Gets Update on New After-School Tutoring Initiative at Middle, High Schools
Another way to help students who have fallen behind is being put in place at Knox Middle and High schools.
$25,000 Worth of Equipment Donated to Knox High School Graphic Arts Department
Knox High School’s Graphic Arts Department is getting a major equipment upgrade, thanks to a recent donation. Compliance Signs gave the school two Roland wide body printers, valued at $12,500 each. On top of that, CutCardStock of Valparaiso has donated $450 worth of paper. The donations were officially accepted by the school board last week.
Redskin Academy Up and Running
The Knox school officials are reporting success with the new alternative high school program. Director of Curriculum and Instruction Peggy Shidaker told the school board last week that 29 students are enrolled in the Redskin Academy. Sixteen of them attend full-time.
Knox High School Roof Work Nearing Completion
Construction is wrapping up at Knox High School. Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart told the school board Tuesday that the high school’s new roof is almost complete. “The only thing left is there’s about 5,000 square feet of stone that still needs to go up above the pool area,” he explained. “They delivered stone today, and they hopefully will finish that up this weekend.”
Knox Schools, Ivy Tech Exploring Graduation Pathways Partnership
The Knox Community School Corporation is looking to partner with Ivy Tech Community College to help students meet the state’s new graduation requirements. During a recent school board meeting, Knox Schools Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart said that he and a couple other school officials met with representatives from Ivy Tech. He said Ivy Tech is willing to form a partnership with Knox Schools based on Indiana’s new Graduation Pathways. “They really want to get involved with Knox Community Schools,” Reichhart told board members. “They made that quite clear to us. And I believe that we want to get involved with them, as well.”
Knox Middle, High School Teachers Get Training on Apex Learning System
Knox middle and high school teachers are gearing up for the introduction of the Apex digital learning system. Training sessions were held last week for sixth through 12th grade teachers, according to High School Principal Dr. Elizabeth Ratliff.
Knox School Board Updated on Facility Upgrades
The Knox Community School Corporation is making progress with its facility upgrades. Continue reading
Knox School Registration to Take Place Later This Month
The Knox Community School Corporation has set registration dates and times for the 2018-2019 school year. Continue reading
Knox School Board Updated on Fifth Grade Move, Construction Projects
The move of the Knox fifth grade class to the middle school is underway. Continue reading
Knox School Board Hires Elementary School Assistant Principal
The Knox Community School Corporation has finalized its list of administrators for the upcoming school year. Continue reading
Knox Schools to Introduce Digital Learning Curriculum, As Summer School Funding Declines
A drop in state funding has Knox school officials looking at alternatives to summer school.
Knox School Board Appoints Director of New Alternative High School
The Knox Community School Corporation’s new alternative high school officially has a director and lead teacher. Continue reading
Knox School Board Approves New Assignments for School Administrators
Several Knox school principals and assistant principals will soon be switching positions.
About 60 Students, Job Seekers Attend Starke County Job Fair
Last month’s Starke County Job Fair was a success. That’s according to Ron Gifford with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation. Continue reading
Community Shows Support for KHS Life Skills Class at Annual Color Run
More than 80 people gathered at Knox High School for the 2nd Annual Life Skills Class Color Run, last Saturday.
Event coordinator and Life Skills teacher Tiffany Hoar, or Mrs. H as her students call her, reported that about $1500 was raised for the class during the event! Continue reading
National Day of Prayer Events to be Held in Starke and Pulaski Counties
Tomorrow is the National Day of Prayer and this year’s theme is unity as the nation joins together to pray for one another, as well as the country as a whole.
In order to bring community members together on this special day, events are being held with special speakers who are sure to inspire individuals with their unique perspectives. Continue reading
