SWSC News October 24, 2025
High School Upcoming Athletic Events
SECTIONAL FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS!
The Golden Arrows take on South Vermillion this Friday, October 24th in the Varsity Football Sectional matchup!
- Location: South Vermillion High School, 770 W. Wildcat Drive, Clinton, IN
- Gates Open: 5:30 PM
- Anthem & Introductions: 6:53 PM
- Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Tickets: $8 (CASH at the gate) or pre-sale through Eventlink → here
Sullivan Fans: Please enter through the Southeast Gate, reserved for Arrow fans only!
Golden Arrows Headed to Regionals!
Look out, Brownsburg Regional—our Sullivan High School Cross Country athletes are on their way!
Congratulations to Sophomores Leilyn Kern and Jillian Page, who have qualified for the Regional Meet this Saturday in Brownsburg. Their hard work, dedication, and determination have paid off in a big way, and we couldn’t be prouder of these talented runners representing SHS!
Let’s go, Golden Arrows!
Carlisle Elementary School Family Literacy Night
Join us Monday, October 27, anytime between 6:00–7:00 PM for Family Literacy Night at Carlisle Elementary School! Stop by to get helpful reading tips from Mrs. Hiatt, ask questions, and explore ways to support your young reader(s) at home. While you’re there, be sure to browse the Book Fair—books make wonderful gifts for students of all ages!
Trunk-or-Treat Fun Coming to SES & CES!
Both Sullivan Elementary and Carlisle Elementary are gearing up for one of their favorite fall traditions—Trunk-or-Treat!
At Sullivan Elementary (SES):
The annual Trunk-or-Treat will be held Friday, October 31st. Setup begins at 8:15 AM, and classes will finish by noon. Families, community members, and local organizations are invited to sponsor a decorated vehicle and pass out treats to our students.
At Carlisle Elementary (CES):
Following the annual Costume Parade at 1:45 PM, the Trunk-or-Treat will begin around 2:00 PM on Friday, October 31, 2025, at Carlisle Elementary. Volunteers are encouraged to arrive by 1:45 PM with a decorated vehicle and candy to share.
All participants must have a background check on file.
Family Turkey Fun Run
Family Turkey Fun Run on November 22 at Sullivan City Hall! Registration begins at 9:00 a.m., and the run starts at 10:00 AM.
This year’s event features fun activity stations along the route and supports a great cause — training Sullivan County teachers in structured literacy to help students with dyslexia and improve reading for all learners. The long-term goal is to fund free tutoring opportunities for local students.
All proceeds stay right here in Sullivan County. The event is funded in part by the Tourism Commission of Sullivan County.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
Support Our Schools Through the 2025 First Financial Classic!
The 2025 First Financial Classic is offering advertising opportunities for businesses and organizations who want to show their support while reaching a wide audience. All proceeds from ad sponsorships directly benefit participating schools.
Advertising Options:
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Prime Position (Inside Front/Back Cover) – $900
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Full Page – $750
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1/2 Page – $400
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1/4 Page – $200
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1/8 Page – $100
All sponsorships include both print and digital ads, as well as public address mentions during the Classic. Ad submission deadline: November 7, 2025. To reserve your spot or learn more, please contact Zach Whitkanack at zwhitkanack@swest.k12.in.us.
Showcase your business and support our schools at the same time—join us in making the 2025 First Financial Classic a success!
Reminders and Important Upcoming Events
Sullivan High School
- 10/24-ISU Preview Day Applications are DUE on or before Oct.14th. Email your Outreach Advisor for more information.
- 10/25-FFA Fright Night will be held Saturday, 10/25/25 from 5-9:00pm at the Ag Barn located at SMS.
- Student council members need to check their email for a message and respond ASAP
- Students who took Summer SAE, your SAE packets are due to Ms. Goeppner by Friday. Please check your email for more information.
- Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors in ETS - Please check your ETS Google Classrooms for Information on the
- Calling all Creative Writers grades 9-12! See Mrs.Smith in the library for details on a creative writing short story contest. If mysteries and stranger things are your thing, be sure to check this out.
- After school tutoring will be on Tuesdays & Thursdays with math teacher Mr. O'Bryan in Room 101 and Thursdays with English teacher Mrs. Smith in the library. This tutoring is free and open to all students.
- All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
Sullivan Middle School
- 10/27-There will be a parent meeting for the Jr Beta State Convention on Monday, October 27th, at 7 pm in the multipurpose room.
- Any 6th Grade boy interested in playing basketball may attend Open Gyms on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-7pm in the SES Gym. Tonight the Open Gym will be at the SMS gym from 5:30-7pm. Try-Out dates will be at the Middle School Gym on 10/27, 10/28, and 10/29 from 7-8:30pm.
- 6th grade girls basketball tryouts will be 10/27, 10/28, and 10/29 at Sullivan High School from 6:00-7:30pm. There is a sign-up sheet in the office. Open gyms are on Fridays in the Elementary gym from 3:00-5:00pm.
- Jr Beta’s annual Socktober service project will run 10/20/25 through 10/31/2025. One new pair of socks equals an hour. 6th grade turn socks into Mrs. Davis, 7th grade turn socks into Miss Graves & 8th grade turn socks into Mrs. Bement. Beta members can earn service hours by working at specific concession stands chosen by Beta. To sign up, please see your grade-level teacher, Mrs. Bement, Mrs. Davis, or Miss Graves. Be sure to check your emails and team reach for competition practice information.
- Kindness Club: Kindness Club is accepting donations to support the Humane Society--each advisory class is invited to participate. The advisory class that brings in the most items will win a prize!
- Beta members can earn service hours by working at specific concession stands chosen by Beta. To sign up, please see your grade-level teacher, Mrs. Bement, Mrs. Davis, or Miss Graves.
- All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
Carlisle/Elementary Middle School
10/24-3rd Grade (Heishman) Parent Teacher Conferences
10/25-Halloween Dance
10/27-3rd Grade (Roberts) Parent Teacher Conferences
10/27-Cheer Practice starts
10/28-4th Grade (Powell) Parent Teacher Conferences
10/29-5th Grade (Beller)-TBD
10/30-8th grade college visit to Vincennes University
October 27th-31st Red Ribbon Week!
- Monday: Twin Day, match with a friend!
- Tuesday: Mismatch Day, mix & match patterns and colors
- Wednesday: Red Day, wear all your red clothes
- Thursday: Jersey Day, wear a jersey for your favorite team or player
- Friday: Halloween, bring your (school appropriate) Halloween costumes!
10/31-Trunk or Treat-If you would like to volunteer click here. Volunteers, please check in with Lisa & Jessica in the front office to confirm you’re on the list of approved volunteers and your background check is up to date.
Girl Scouts meeting dates November 5th & 19th, December 3rd and 17th. Meetings will return in January 2026. Meetings are 3:15-4:30 pm.
- All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
- Access information about Title I on the Carlisle Elementary School website
Sullivan Elementary School
10/27-10/31-Fall Book Fair- If you would like to volunteer you may sign up here. These are completed yearly at the beginning of every school year, so if you’ve not had one this year you will need to call the office to have one completed.
10/31-Trunk or Treat-If you or your organization would like to volunteer to set up a trunk you may sign up here. All volunteers must have a background check on file. You may call the office at 812-268-3341 to have one completed and on file. We are also in need of candy donations. You may send those in with your students or drop them off in the office.
Biddy Basketball Camp K-2: Camp will take place on the following dates: 10/20, 10/21, 10/22, 10/23, 10/27, 10/28, 10/29, 10/30. Price for participation is $25 and includes a t-shirt and medal.
Spell Bowl: Invitations for Spell Bowl have been sent home. The first practice will be Tuesday, September 23rd from 3-4. If your child plans to stay you must put that in Pick Up Patrol. You may pick up at the main entrance at 4pm. Final competition will be Monday, Nov. 17th.
- 5th Grade girls who are signed up for the Dartettes dance team will be practicing on Wednesdays after school until 4pm in the elementary Gym.
- Homework helps will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 4:00pm. This is for students who need extra help with assigned homework. This is not a tutoring session. Students should promptly be picked up at Door #1 (Main entrance). If you would like your child to participate, you may contact your child’s teacher to get them signed up. If your student plans to stay you MUST put that in Pick-Up Patrol.
- All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
Join the SES Title I Facebook group to stay up to date on what is happening in Title I at SES and access to helpful educational tools and resources for our children.
- Access information about Title I on the Sullivan Elementary School website.
Southwest School Corporation
- 11/2-- Daylight Savings Time Ends (Turn clocks back 1 hour)
- Join 4-H! The preferred enrollment period for Sullivan County 4-H is October through January. Go to v2.4honline.com to enroll/re-enroll in 4-H for the 2025-2026 program year. Choosing projects: Go to the Extension website to see a list of projects: www.extension.purdue.edu/sullivan. Scroll down and click on “4-H Information,” then click on Sullivan County 4-H projects. Pay online or cash or check at the Extension Office. Make checks payable to: Purdue University. Contact the Extension office staff for assistance, located at the Sullivan County 4-H Fairgrounds, at 812-268-4332 or sullivances@purdue.edu.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Parents must supervise children not yet in high school during athletic events. Once students enter the Athletic Complex, they may not leave unless accompanied by a parent or responsible adult - unaccompanied students who exit will not be allowed to re-enter. Students should not bring items to throw during games.
If you would like your child to be considered for the Brown Baggers program please stop by your child's school office to fill out a form.
Nutrislice is our Sodexo Food Service's digital solution for menu and nutrition needs. Nutrislice allows parents and students to access menus, ingredients, and allergens for all items served in their school cafeteria on a weekly basis through the web or app platforms. Click on the Nutrislice link to access your school's menu.