The Eastern Pulaski School Board recognized Winamac High School’s top graduates during this month’s regular meeting. Valedictorian Reece Parks told board members he plans to attend Butler University for computer science.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Considering Facility Updates
Visitors to Winamac High School could soon be greeted with a more welcoming entrance. Superintendent Dara Chezem says the Eastern Pulaski School Board got a tour of some of the areas school officials would like to update, during a work session Monday.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Retirement of High School Teacher Kevin Zupin
A Winamac High School teacher is stepping down, after a 35-year teaching career. Kevin Zupin’s retirement was accepted by the Eastern Pulaski School Board last week, according to Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingWinamac High School to Move Graduation to Sunday, Starting in 2022
Starting in 2022, Winamac High School is moving its graduation from Friday night to Sunday afternoon. The Eastern Pulaski School Board recently approved the change, at the recommendation of Superintendent Dara Chezem.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski Gets New Athletic Trainer, Thanks to Partnership with Hospitals
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation recently got a new athletic trainer, thanks to a partnership involving Pulaski Memorial Hospital and Logansport Memorial Hospital.
Continue readingWinamac High School Senior Named Pulaski County’s 2021 Lilly Community Scholar
Pulaski County’s 2021 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar has been announced. Winamac High School senior Patrick Kiefer is getting the four-year, full-tuition scholarship to an Indiana college of his choice. The Community Foundation of Pulaski County says he plans to get a degree in business.
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 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 readingSeven Knox High School Students Directed to Quarantine After Staff Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
Less than two weeks into the school year, the Knox Community School Corporation has reported its first case of COVID-19. Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart says one staff member at the high school is home recovering after testing positive, while two other staff members and seven students who may have been exposed were sent home Monday to quarantine.
Continue readingWinamac High School Adjusts Graduation Plans after Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
An uptick in COVID-19 cases has prompted some adjustments to Friday’s Winamac High School graduation. It’s scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT at the football field.
Continue readingWinamac High School to Hold Outdoor Graduation July 10
Winamac High School is holding graduation on the football field this year. The school announced on Facebook Tuesday that commencement will be held Friday, July 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Continue readingMobile Food Pantry to Visit Winamac this Morning
A mobile food pantry is coming to Winamac today. Food Finders Food Bank will hold a drive-through distribution at Winamac High School starting at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Hires New High School Principal, Football Coach
Winamac High School has a new principal, along with a new dean of students and football coach. Cody Hook was appointed high school principal during a special Eastern Pulaski School Board meeting Tuesday. He was previously a teacher at Winamac Middle School.
Continue readingWinamac High School Athletes Learning Leadership Lessons with Habitudes Curriculum
Winamac High School’s Athletic Leadership Council has a new tool for teaching leadership skills to student athletes. Athletic Director Bill Ball and council members recently discussed the Habitudes curriculum with the Eastern Pulaski School Board. Ball said the 12-lesson program is being incorporated into monthly Athletic Leadership Council meetings this year.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Accepts Principal’s Resignation, Appoints Interim Replacement
Winamac High School Principal Jeremy Tucker’s resignation was formally accepted by the Eastern Pulaski School Board Monday. Tucker submitted his resignation letter on February 21. He had been on paid administrative leave since January 24, as school officials investigated allegations of misconduct.
Continue readingPulaski Drug Free Council May Have More Grant Funding Available than Expected
The Pulaski County Drug Free Council will be able to give out more grant funding this year than previously thought. Drug Free Council Member Sandy Lucas told the county council Monday that the group had budgeted $8,000 for the year. But she said according to the auditor, the fund has actually collected almost $13,500 in substance offense fees over the past year.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Hears Concerns with High School Football Program
Concerns with Winamac High School’s football program were heard by the Eastern Pulaski School Board last week.
Continue readingIndiana Appeals on Wheels Travels to Winamac Today
The Indiana Court of Appeals is on the road to Pulaski County today where an oral argument is scheduled at the Winamac High School in the Appeals on Wheels initiative. It’s an attempt to make it easier for residents observe the judicial process.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski School Board Opts Against Policy Change on Weighted Grades
The Eastern Pulaski School Board has decided not to change its policy on weighted grades but suggested that more clarification could be helpful. Concerns that weighted grades from another school do not carry over if a student transfers to Winamac High School were raised during the September board meeting.
Continue readingPulaski County History Museum’s New Exhibits to Open Next Week
The Pulaski County History Museum’s next round of exhibits will include a couple projects developed in partnership with local students.
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