SWSC News March 19th, 2026

• Friday, 3/27 (Home) vs. N. Central @ 5:00 PM

• Thursday, 4/2 (Away) vs. N. Knox @ 7:00 PM

• Friday, 3/27 (Home) vs. Clay City @ 5:30 PM

• Friday, 3/27 (Home) vs. Clay City @ 7:00 PM

• Saturday, 4/4 (Home) vs. Washington @ 10:00 AM

• Tuesday, 4/7 (Away) vs. WRV/Shoals at WRV @ 5:00 PM

• Tuesday, 4/7 (Away) vs. WRV/Shoals @ WRV @ 5:30 PM

• Saturday, 4/11 (Away) Northview Invitational-Forest Park Golf Course @ 1:00 PM

• 3/21-Indiana State Tournament Bullseye & 3D at Indiana State Fairgrounds

• Wednesday, 4/15 (Away) vs. Clay City @ 5:00 PM

• Thursday, 4/9 (Away) vs. S. Knox @ 5:00 PM

Sullivan High School’s production of Beetlejuice Jr. was an absolute showstopper! From the moment the curtain rose, our talented cast and crew delivered a high-energy, entertaining performance that had the audience laughing, cheering, and completely captivated.

The students brought incredible creativity and dedication to the stage, perfectly capturing the humor, quirky characters, and unique style of this fan-favorite production. From outstanding acting and vocals to impressive set design, lighting, and costumes, every detail reflected the hard work and passion of our SHS Theatre program.

A huge congratulations goes out to the entire cast, crew, and directors for putting together such a memorable performance. Your commitment and talent truly shined, and you made Southwest School Corporation proud!

Sullivan High School’s Senior Beta Club members, Jace Camden, Makenna Day, Trever Martin, Boe Monroe, and Josiah Swick, recently represented SHS at the National Beta Leadership Summit in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Over the course of Thursday and Friday, these outstanding students competed in four team-based leadership challenges, showcasing their collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

We are proud to share that the team qualified in all four challenges, earning the opportunity to advance to the National Beta Convention this June in Nashville! This is an incredible accomplishment and a testament to their hard work and dedication.

In addition, Jace Camden represented SHS in the Leadership Representative interviews, further highlighting the strength of our student leaders.

Congratulations to our Senior Beta members on this impressive achievement, we look forward to cheering you on at nationals!

We are excited to share that School Smiles will be visiting our schools to provide on-site dental care for students. This convenient program allows families to take care of their child’s dental needs during the school day with services provided by licensed dental professionals.

Available Services Include:

• Dental Cleaning

• Fluoride Treatment

• X-Rays

• Sealants

• Restorative Care

• Free Dental Supplies for Students

  SchoolSmiles Flyer

Participation is easy. Parents or guardians simply need to sign their child up online before the visit.

(Sign up here: www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup). You can also scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the registration quickly. This is a great opportunity to support your child’s dental health without needing to schedule an additional appointment outside of school. If you have questions, you can contact School Smiles at 1-855-49-SMILE or email contactus@schoolsmiles.com. We encourage families to take advantage of this convenient service to help keep our students healthy and smiling!

Both Carlisle Elementary and Sullivan Elementary School are excited to host Kindergarten Round-Up for students entering kindergarten next school year. This special event allows families to complete enrollment paperwork, receive important information, and give incoming kindergarteners a brief readiness screener.

Our goal is to help every child begin kindergarten feeling confident, prepared, and excited to learn. Kindergarten is where friendships begin, curiosity grows, and lifelong learning takes root. We cannot wait to meet our newest students and welcome them into the Southwest School Corporation family.

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone and we are here to make it a smooth, exciting experience for both students and parents!

📅 Monday, April 6 – 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📅 Tuesday, April 7 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sign up for a time slot for Sullivan Kindergarten Round-Up here.

📅 Monday, April 6
🕒 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Sign up for a time slot for Carlisle Kindergarten Round-Up here.

The Sullivan County Civic Foundation and Southwest School Corporation have partnered to bring former NFL player and literacy advocate Deon Butler to Sullivan!

Deon will share his powerful personal journey of struggling with reading, later discovering he has dyslexia, and how that experience shaped his life both on and off the field. His message of perseverance, self-advocacy, and hope is one you won’t want to miss.

Join us for the community event where Deon will speak, sign autographs, take photos, and give away prizes. This is a wonderful opportunity for students, families, educators, and community members to come together around the importance of literacy and supporting every learner. We hope to see you there!

Sullivan High School is excited to announce the theme for this year’s prom: “A Night in Paris.” Students will enjoy an evening inspired by the beauty and elegance of one of the world’s most iconic cities.

Prom will take place on Saturday, May 2 and will begin with the traditional Grand March at 5:30 PM in the Sullivan High School gymnasium, where students will be introduced before the community, friends, and family.

Following Grand March, the prom dance will be held from 8:30–11:00 PM at The Venue. The evening will give students the opportunity to celebrate the end of the school year with music, friends, and a memorable Paris-themed atmosphere.

Additional information, including sign-ups and ticket details, will be shared after Spring Break.

We look forward to a wonderful evening celebrating our students and creating lasting memories at Prom 2026: A Night in Paris.

• Who Takes It?
  • Grades 3-8 students for general state assessments.
  • High school students take subject-specific assessments.
• Purpose:
  • Measures proficiency in English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Test Format:
  • Computer-adaptive test (questions adjust based on student responses).
  • Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and short answer questions.
  • Subject Areas:
    • Grades 3-8: English/language arts & math
    • Grades 4 & 6: Science
    • Grade 5: Social Studies
    • High School: Biology end-of-course assessment
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Four performance levels: Below Proficient, Approaching Proficient, Proficient, and Above Proficient.
  • Results help determine school performance ratings but do not affect student promotion.
  • High school ILEARN Biology is required but not tied to graduation requirements.

• Who Takes It?
  • Grades 3-8 students for general state assessments.
  • High school students take subject-specific assessments.
• Purpose:
  • Measures proficiency in English/language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies.
• Test Format:
  • Computer-adaptive test (questions adjust based on student responses).
  • Multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and short answer questions.
  • Subject Areas:
    • Grades 3-8: English/language arts & math
    • Grades 4 & 6: Science
    • Grade 5: Social Studies
    • High School: Biology end-of-course assessment; Optional U.S. Government
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Four performance levels: Below Proficient, Approaching Proficient, Proficient, and Above Proficient.
  • Results help determine school performance ratings but do not affect student promotion.
  • High school ILEARN Biology is required but not tied to graduation requirements.

• 4/18-Purdue Spring Buzzerthon (Quiz Bowl Team)
• 4/18-The annual blood drive will be Wednesday, April 8th. Students 16+ may sign up to donate blood. Students who donate will get 3 service hours and any senior who donates will get to leave school early that day, after 4th hour. Sign up using the QR code Mrs. Tracy
• 5/2-Prom Grand March - 5:30 PM in the SHS Gymnasium; Dance - 8:30-11:00 PM at the Venue
• Beta interested in attending the National Beta Convention in Nashville, TN, June 16-20, should contact Mrs. Flath this week. She will be making hotel reservations for the club on March 25.
• 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.

• 4/2-Spring Dance 6 PM to 8 PM
• 4/9-SCCH will offer physicals at our school for 6-8 graders. $10 and checks made out to SCCH. Click on the link to sign up for middle school track. The first practice will be on March 31, 2026.
• 4/20-4/24-ILEARN Testing
• Beta Club Members - If you are interested in attending the National Beta Club convention in Nashville, TN in June, a nonrefundable deposit of $60 is due by March 18. No exceptions. Please check your email or see Ms. Graves, Mrs. Davis, or Mrs. Bement for additional information.
• There is a signup sheet in the SMS Office for any 8th grader interested Arrow Homework Hub: Tuesdays & Thursdays-3:00–4:00 PM. Open to all students who need homework assistance or a quiet workspace.
• All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.

• 3/31-School Smiles will be coming to our School. Sign you child up at www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup

• 4/2-Talent Show

• 4/2-April 2nd- Egg-A-Class Egg Hunts

• 4/6-KINDERGARTEN ROUND UP!! 12:30-2:30PM @ CEMS

• 4/10-8th grade parent meeting 5:00-5:30 PM

• 4/14-Math Bowl Competition. Doors open at 5:15 PM

• 4/27-5/2-Scholastic Book Fair

• Chess Club sign up’s are in front of the office.

• Click on the link to sign up for middle school track. The first practice will be on March 31, 2026.

• 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

• 4/1-School Smiles Dentist visits Wednesday, April 1st. Dental services include cleaning, fluoride, X-rays, sealants, restorative care, free dental supplies. Sign-up your child today: www.schoolsmiles.com/student-sighup
• 4/6 & 4/7-Kindergarten Round-Up-must be signed up
• 4/16-PTO Meeting at 4:00 PM in the SES Library
• We would like to introduce SES Dart Depot, a place where SES families can receive free clothing. You may request by calling the office at 812-268-3341 or email jwhitkanack@swest.k12.in.us Our Dart Depot is in need of hangers. If you would like to donate, you may bring them to the office.
• 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. Teachers can also assign Homework helps if a student is missing several assignments. Students should promptly be picked up at Door #1 (Main entrance). Parents do not have to come into the building. Teacher will walk students out. If you would like your child to participate, you may contact your child’s teacher to get them signed up. If your student is staying 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.

• 3/20-NO SCHOOL-Possible Make-Up Day
• 3/23-3/27-NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
• 4/2-NO SCHOOL
• 4/8 & 4/9-Deion Butler visits Southwest School Corporation
• Baseball:Winter workouts for middle school baseball have started. We will have 2 workouts/wk in the SAC through Saturday, February 14th. They will be on Monday's from 5:30-7:00pm and on Saturday's from 12-2:00pm in the SAC. If you are unable to attend due to a conflicting winter sport, but are interested in trying out please contact Aaron Walters at 812-287-0753.
• Soccer: If you are interested in playing soccer in the Fall please contact Coach Harrison by email at: cobieharrison@swest.k12.in.us

• Football: Attention 6th and 7th graders interested in playing football next year: There will be a meeting after announcements in the multipurpose room. Coaches will share information about offseason workouts on February 12 and will hand out workout calendars.

• Incoming Freshman Football (2026–27)-Strength conditioning and speed training will take place Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays after school at the SHS gym/weight room until 4:45 PM. Enter through the south gym door. A current physical is required. No transportation is provided at this time

• You can still enroll in 4-H!! 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.