Pike Central High School

As we reach the finish line of the 2025–2026 school year, we are incredibly proud of how our Chargers are closing things out. May has been a month of celebration, record-breaking athletic feats, and massive community impact!

Celebrating Transitions & Community Success

• Congratulations to Our Early Graduates! We want to extend a huge congratulations to our early grads who have officially finished their high school requirements. We are excited to see where your next chapters lead you!

• PC Night Out: This year's PC Night Out was a phenomenal success. It was a wonderful evening spent celebrating a great school year with our community. Best of all, the event raised vital funds that will go directly back into our classrooms to support our students and teachers next year.

Making a Difference & Creative Talents

• Riley Dance Marathon: Our students showed their massive hearts this month! The Riley Dance Marathon was a huge success, raising an incredible $23,000+ for Riley Children's Hospital. Thank you to everyone who danced, donated, and supported this life-saving cause.

• PC Broadcasting: Our broadcasting team continues to shine in the spotlight. Their latest film was officially entered and featured in the Va Bene Film Challenge. Congratulations to our student filmmakers on this wonderful showcase of their skills!

Championship Achievements

Our students continue to prove they are among the best of the best in both trades and athletics:

• Vocational Welding Wins Big: A massive congratulations to the PC Vocational Welding team! They took home 1st Place at the prestigious Midwest Team Tournament, showcasing elite craftsmanship and teamwork.

• Grant Boyd Breaks More Records: Just one month after setting the school pole vault record, Grant Boyd completely dominated the Pocket Athletic Conference (PAC) Championships. Grant was crowned PAC Champion in both Pole Vault and Long Jump, breaking his own school records in both events with a breathtaking 15'6" pole vault and a 22'1.5" long jump!

Thank you to all of our students, staff, parents, and community members for making this school year one to remember. Have a safe, fun, and relaxing summer break! Have a Great Summer!

Go Chargers!

Pike Central High School is proud to recognize and celebrate our Early Graduates!

These students have achieved the incredible accomplishment of graduating an entire year early after successfully meeting all graduation requirements. Their hard work, determination, and dedication have led them to this exciting milestone. As they begin their next chapter, we are proud to support each of their unique paths — whether that includes college, trade school, or joining the workforce. The future is bright, and we cannot wait to see all they accomplish.

Please join us in congratulating and celebrating these amazing students!

What an incredible night at the very first Pike Central Night Out!

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, donated, and helped make this event such a success. We are truly grateful for the amazing turnout and the overwhelming support for our students, staff, and school community.

A special thank you to our generous businesses and organizations:
Highbanks Weddings & Events
Calorita Food and Prep
Pike Central Alumni Association
Harris Realty
Pike County Economic Growth & Development Council
Pike County Chamber of Commerce
Vinson & Phillips Farms
Pike County Community Foundation
The White Brick
Sultan’s Run
Just Whimsy
Jasper Flower & Gifts
Finishing Touches
Fizz Me Up
Spill the Tea with Mama Z
Bee You Boutique
Nails by Sarah Brock
Better Yourself: Exercise and Massage Therapy

Because of your generosity, the funds raised will go directly back into our classrooms to support curriculum, classroom supplies, student activities, and opportunities for our faculty, staff, and students. These funds will also help support students who want to participate in school activities but may need financial assistance to do so.

Thank you for believing in Pike Central High School and helping us continue to create meaningful experiences for our students. We are already looking forward to next year!

Mrs. Hunt’s Animal Science class has been diving into the dairy and beef industries—and recently took learning beyond the classroom! Students spent the day touring Obert Dairy Farm in Ft. Branch and Sand Ridge Beef Farm in Princeton. They had the opportunity to see firsthand the similarities and differences in how cattle are raised in each operation. From equipment and feeding practices to housing, production phases, and end goals, students were able to connect what they’ve been learning in class to real-world applications. A great day of hands-on learning and industry insight!

Congratulations to the PC Broadcasting team and Mrs. Bohnert. Their short film was one of six that were chosen and featured at the Astra Theatre this past Friday as part of the Va Bene film challenge. It was an amazing experience for the students and all who attended. Check out their film below!

Another successful Riley Dance Marathon! Our students raised over $23,000 for Riley Children's Hospital. Outstanding job everyone!

Midwest Team Tournament Champions!!!
5 students 6 TROPHYS
These guys... what can I say... One tough group of fine young men!
Their backs have been against the wall several times throughout the program and here they are on top again. Proving what hard work and dedication can accomplish.

P.C V.W. headed to the Midwest Team Tournament today and took home 1st place at the J. Everett Light Career Center in Indianapolis. There were 14 other teams and 75 competitors total. This was a huge win for our team.

• 1st Place GMAW Karsen Bieker
• 4th Place SMAW Luke Dahmer
• 4th Place FCAW Josiah Ross
• 5th Place GTAW Arie Buechlein
• 3rd Place Welding Theory Gavin Kempf

Special thanks to Pike Collision and the Gaskins family for the sponsorship and donation!!

Big thank you to Mr. Howald’s Pike Central High School Class for making this wooden sign for us with our Mi Patio Mexican Cuisine logo!

It may have felt like Senior Skip Day at Pike Central today, but we want to give a special shoutout to the seniors who showed up! Mr. Couchenour treated those dedicated students to lunch at Mi Patio as a way to say thank you for their commitment!

Check out the baby chicks that were hatched at PCHS and will be staying for a few weeks! The kids love having them there.

Mrs. Hunt brought in a few visitors today. Students got the chance to learn the difference between a broiler and a layer. The broiler was actually a Cornish Cross. These chickens were both the same age. Any guesses on which is raised for meat?

Join us in congratulating Max Deputy on his retirement! After 8 years of service as our Maintenance Supervisor, Max is wrapping up his chapter at Pike Central High School. His hard work and behind-the-scenes leadership have helped keep our buildings running smoothly!

Two of our High School English Teachers have also decided to retire. Mrs. Beth Bohnert and Mrs. Marcia Mishler! These two will be very difficult to replace and have left such a legacy at Pike Central High School. You both will be greatly missed!

Thank you, Max, Beth, & Marcia! Wishing you all the best in this next chapter!

May 22- Last day of school

May 28- Senior Awards & Graduation Practice

May 29- Graduation

HR 8:20-8:45

Pd 1 8:50-9:35

Pd 2 9:40-10:25

Pd 3 10:30-11:15

Pd 4 Lunch A 11:20-11:45/ Lunch B 11:50-12:15/ Lunch C 12:20-12:45

Pd 5 12:50-1:35

Pd 6 1:40-2:25

Pd 7 2:30-3:15

Pd 1 10:20-10:50

Pd 2 10:55-11:25

Pd 4 Lunch A 11:30-11:55/ Lunch B 12:00-12:25/ Lunch C 12:30-12:55

Pd 3 1:00-1:30

Pd 5 1:35-2:05

Pd 6 2:10-2:40

Pd 7 2:45-3:15

Adult Pass: $80 each

Student Pass: $60 each

Senior Citizen: $60 each

Family Pass: Purchase 2 Adult Passes, then you can purchase Student Passes at $20 each. (one student pass per child in immediate family)

Adult Passes and Student Passes are different. Students will not be allowed to use the Adult Pass to enter the gates.

🚨Passes must be shown at EVERY event, every time!🚨

Contact the athletic department to find out how!

Another amazing performance by Grant tonight at the PAC Track Championships! He took 1st in both pole vault and long jump while breaking his own school records in both yet again!

Pike Central High School is excited to offer a Strength & Speed Camp for current 5th–8th graders! This is a great opportunity for students to build strength, improve speed, and get a head start on their athletic development in a fun and encouraging environment. Happening the last week of May at the high school! Check out the graphic for all the details and how to sign up!

Pike Central High School

Principal: Mr. David Couchenour

Asst. Principal: Mr. Hunter Elliott

Main Office: Mrs. Dawn Lehmkuhler

Athletic Director: Mr. Dustin Powell

Athletic Secretary: Mrs. Kathy Kixmiller

Website: https://pchs.pcsc.k12.in.us/
Location: 1810 IN-56, Petersburg, IN 47567
Phone: (812)354-8478
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pikecentralhs/
Twitter: @PCHSChargers