The first of two official public hearings over Knox Community Schools’ proposed building project will be held tonight.
Continue readingKnox School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Building Project Tonight
No Major Concerns Voiced with Knox Schools’ Building Plans during Informational Meeting
No major concerns were raised during a public presentation on the Knox Community School Corporation’s proposed building project Monday. Current plans call for the demolition of the elementary school’s Palmer Wing, and the construction of a new addition extending south from the newer portion of the school.
Continue readingKnox School Board Agrees to Issue Notice for Building Project Hearings
The Knox School Board took another step forward with a potential building project Monday. Board members authorized the publication of notice of the official public hearings set to take place next month. They’re a required step, in order for the school corporation to secure financing for the project.
Continue readingTwo Public Input Sessions on Knox Schools’ Building Plans to be Held this Month
Local residents have a couple chances to learn about Knox Community Schools’ proposed building project this month. Public input sessions will be held on Tuesday, April 9 and Monday, April 22.
Continue readingKnox High School Receives $10,000 Grant to Help Students Explore College and Career Options
Knox High School is getting $10,000 to help students explore college and career opportunities. The school board approved an agreement with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education Tuesday, allowing the school to receive that grant funding.
Continue readingLast Week’s Women’s Self-Defense Class Reviewed during Knox School Board Meeting
Last week’s women’s self-defense class is getting a positive reaction from participants. The Knox Police Department organized the event, which was held at Knox High School.
Continue readingBowen Center to Provide Mental Health Services to North Judson-San Pierre Students
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation is stepping up its mental health services for students. A memorandum of understanding with the Bowen Center was approved by the school board Tuesday.
Continue readingKnox School Board Appoints New Maintenance Director, Among other Personnel Changes
The Knox Community School Corporation officially has a new director of maintenance. The school board Monday approved the transfer of Assistant Maintenance Director Joe Mareska into the director’s position.
Continue readingDon’t Miss Your Chance to Sign-Up For the Knox PD Women’s Self Defense Class
The deadline to apply for the Knox Police Department’s Women’s Self Defense Class is coming up fast. If you’re interested in attending, the last day to RSVP is Saturday, February 9th.
Continue readingKnox High School Officials Highlight Opportunities for Students with Developmental Disabilities
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
