SWSC News March 6th, 2026

• Friday, 3/6 (Away)-SECTIONALS @ 7:30 PM

👈 SEE SECTIONAL BRACKET FOR MORE DETAILS

• Saturday, 3/21 (Away)- Indiana State Tournament Bullseye and 3D at the Indiana State Fairgrounds

• Saturday, 3/7 (Away) WIC-Edgewood @ 10:00 AM

We are proud to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our student musicians at the Instrumental State Solo & Ensemble event. Their dedication, practice, and passion for music were on full display, and they represented our school with excellence.

Results from the State Event:

• Percussion Ensemble (Nathan Patterson, Evalette Wilson, Olivia Bezy, Alex Lee) — Gold with Distinction

• Olivia Bezy, Timpani Solo — Gold with Distinction

• Evalette Wilson, Marimba Solo — Silver

• Koen Dixon, Alto Sax Solo — Silver

• Logan Chastain, Tuba Solo — Gold with Distinction

• Elizabeth Nicol, Flute Solo — Gold with Distinction

Receiving a Gold with Distinction rating at the state level is an exceptional achievement and reflects the hard work these students have put into perfecting their performances. Congratulations to all of our talented musicians and their director for representing our school so well. We are incredibly proud of you!

This weekend, Grant Jennings and Payton Boone competed in the National History Day regional competition at Franklin College, proudly representing our school with their research and presentation.

National History Day is a highly respected academic program that challenges students to conduct original historical research on a topic connected to the annual theme. Students analyze primary and secondary sources, develop a historical argument, and present their findings in formats such as documentaries, exhibits, websites, performances, or research papers. Through this process, students build strong skills in research, critical thinking, and communication.

At competitions like the one held at Franklin College, students present their projects to judges who evaluate the historical quality of the research and the clarity of the presentation. Participants receive feedback and top projects advance to the next level of competition.

Grant and Payton did an outstanding job and earned a spot at the State National History Day competition, which will be held April 18 in Indianapolis. We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication they put into their project. If you see Grant or Payton, please congratulate them on a job well done and wish them luck at the state competition!

Join us as we honor the life and legacy of Angie Melchert at this year’s memorial scholarship fundraiser.

Angie Melchert Scholarship Dinner

Angie was a devoted mother, wife, and friend. Help us honor her memory by offering scholarships to local high school students whose lives have been impacted by cancer.

• Date: March 8th
• Location: Sullivan County 4-H Grounds
• Time: 1pm-4pm

Native American Taco Dinner

(Includes drink & dessert)

• Adults: $6

• Children (3–12): $4

• Children under 3: Free

Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in a silent auction, with items available for bidding throughout the evening.

Volunteers Needed!
If you’re willing to help, please sign up here:

All proceeds will go toward the Angie Melchert Memorial Scholarship Fund. Thank you for supporting local students and helping us continue Angie’s legacy of love and generosity.

Sullivan High School is excited to present this year’s spring musical, Beetlejuice Jr. Our talented students have been working hard to bring this entertaining and energetic production to the stage, and we invite the community to join us for a great night of theater.

Based on the popular film and Broadway musical, Beetlejuice Jr. features music and lyrics by Eddie Perfect and a book by Scott Brown and Anthony King, with a story based on the film by Michael McDowell and Larry Wilson. The show combines humor, music, and memorable characters in a lively performance audiences of all ages will enjoy.

Performance Dates
March 12 – 7:30 PM
March 13 – 7:30 PM
March 14 – 7:30 PM

All performances will take place in the Sullivan High School Auditorium.

Ticket Information
Students: $5
Adults: $7

VIP Tickets: $14
VIP tickets include closer seating along with two snacks and a drink.

Presale tickets will be available in the Sullivan High School office beginning March 2. Cash or check only.

Our students and staff have put in many hours of preparation to make this production special. We hope you will join us to support the arts at Sullivan High School and enjoy an outstanding performance of Beetlejuice Jr..

Calling all girls in Grades K–8 who are interested in softball! Join the Sullivan High School Lady Arrows Softball Team for a fun and skill-building clinic while supporting the SHS Softball program.

• WHO: Any girl in Grades K–8
• WHAT: Softball Clinic – fielding, batting, base running, and pitching/catching fundamentals
• WHEN: Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• WHERE: Sullivan Middle School Softball Field

(If weather is not ideal, camp will move indoors to the SHS Student Activities Center.)

Cost: $30.00

Forms must be turned in to your school by Wednesday, March 18 to receive your camp shirt the day of the clinic. Registrations received after March 18 will have shirts delivered to your school at a later date.

Please make checks payable to SHS Softball.

Come learn from your Lady Arrows, build your skills, and have a great day at the ballpark!

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?
  • English Learners (ELs) in Grades K-12.
• Purpose:
  • Assesses English language proficiency in four areas:
    • Listening
    • Speaking
    • Reading
    • Writing
  • Helps determine whether EL students need continued language support services.
• Test Format:
  • WIDA ACCESS for ELLs: Annual online or paper-based test.
  • Kindergarten WIDA ACCESS: Paper-based assessment for young learners.
  • Alternate ACCESS for ELs: Available for EL students with significant disabilities.
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Scores range from 1.0 (Entering) to 6.0 (Reaching) in each language domain.
  • A composite score of 4.8+ is needed to exit EL support programs.
  • Schools use scores to modify instruction and support services for EL students.

• Who Takes It?
  • All Grade 2 and 3 students in Indiana.
• Purpose:
  • Measures foundational reading skills to ensure students meet proficiency before advancing to Grade 4.
  • Identifies students needing additional reading interventions.
• Test Format:
  • Online
  • Assessments include phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Students receive a Pass or Did Not Pass score.
  • Students who do not pass may receive additional reading instruction and must retake the test in order to be promoted to the 4th grade.
  • Some students may qualify for exemptions, such as those with IEPs, English Learners (ELs), or retention waivers.
  • Students with exemptions must take the assessment until they pass or reach 7th grade.

• Who Takes It?
  • All Grade 11 students as part of Indiana’s state assessment program.
• Purpose:
  • Serves as Indiana’s high school accountability assessment.
  • Assesses college and career readiness in math and English/language arts.
  • Can be used for college applications (accepted by many U.S. colleges).
• Test Format:
  • Administered in digital format (starting in 2024).
  • Two Sections:
    • Mathematics: Algebra I & II, data analysis, problem-solving.
    • Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW): Reading comprehension, grammar, and writing skills.
  • No science or social studies sections.
• Scoring & Implications:
  • Composite score range: 400-1600 (each section scored 200-800).
  • Passing scores: Indiana sets a minimum SAT benchmark for high school accountability.
  • If students do not meet proficiency, they may need additional coursework or remediation.
  • Colleges may use SAT scores for admissions, but some schools are test-optional.

• 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.

• 3/18-The NHS Induction has been rescheduled to Wed, March 18th at 6:30 pm in the SHS Auditorium. All current and new inductees are required to attend. Dress is business attire, friends and family are invited. There will be yearbook pictures taken after the induction ceremony.
• 4/18-Purdue Spring Buzzerthon (Quiz Bowl Team)
• 5/2-Prom Grand March - 5:30 PM in the SHS Gymnasium; Dance - 8:30-11:00 PM at the Venue
• All boys who are interested in participating in track this spring please sign up in SportsYou in the main office.
• Arrowette Dance Team Tryout Information:
• Practices March 9th - March 12th in the SHS Gym from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. There is an optional Open Studio March 9th - March 12th at Studio 3:4 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
• Tryouts are March 13th in the SHS Gym from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
• 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.

• 3/6-Yearbooks are now on sale for $16. Order forms are available in the office. All orders must be completed online by March 6.
• 3/16-3/19-Scholastic Book Fair. Volunteers can sign up here.
• Geography Bowl will meet every Tuesday from 3-3:45pm after school until competition on March 10th.
• Click on the link to sign up for middle school track. The first practice will be on March 31, 2026.
• Arrowette Dance Team Tryout Information:
• Practices March 9th - March 12th in the SHS Gym from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. There is an optional Open Studio March 9th - March 12th at Studio 3:4 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
• Tryouts are March 13th in the SHS Gym from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
• There is a signup sheet in the SMS Office for any 8th grader interestedArrow 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.

• 3/10-Geography Bowl

• 3/12-Band Trip at 12:30 PM

• 3/16, 3/18, 3/19-Talent Show Practice on Gym Stage during specials.

• 3/17-Sports Awards Banquet 5pm

• 3/19- 3-5 grade career fair @ Sullivan Elementary

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

• 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.
• Arrowette Dance Team Tryout Information:
• Practices March 9th - March 12th in the SHS Gym from 3:15pm to 5:15pm. There is an optional Open Studio March 9th - March 12th at Studio 3:4 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
• Tryouts are March 13th in the SHS Gym from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.

• Talent Show Sign Up’s will be in front of the office

• 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

• 3/10-Versiti Blood Drive
• 3/12-Spring Pictures
• 3/12-PTO meeting at 4:00 PM in the SES Library
• 3/13-Talent Show (5th Grade Only) @ 1:00pm
• 3/13-Sports/Club Pictures
• 3/20-Yearbook order deadline. Order your Sullivan Elementary School yearbook today at ybpay.lifetouch.com using Yearbook ID Code: 1284726 for $18.
• 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
• 4/16-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.

• 3/8-Daylight Savings Time Begins (turn clocks ahead one hour)
• 3/20-NO SCHOOL-Possible Make-Up Day
• 3/23-3/27-NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
• 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.