February 13th, 2025

• Tuesday, 2/18 (Home) vs. Bloomfield @ 7:30 PM
• Friday, 2/21 (Home) vs. Cloverdale @ 7:30 PM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) vs. Indian Creek @ 1:30 PM

• Tuesday, 2/18 (Home) vs. Bloomfield @ 6:00 PM
• Friday, 2/21 (Home) vs. Cloverdale @ 6:00 PM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) vs. Indian Creek @ 12:00 PM

• Tuesday, 2/18 (Home) vs. North Clay @ 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, 2/19 (Away) vs. South Vermillion @ 6:00 PM
• Thursday, 2/20 (Away) vs. Owen Valley @ 6:00 PM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) WIC 7th Grade-Greencastle @ 9:00 AM
• Saturday, 2/22 (Away) WIC 8th Grade-North Putnam @ 9:00 AM

• Thursday, 2/20 (Home) vs. Owen Vally/North Knox @ 6:00 PM

• Tuesday, 2/18 (Away) vs. North Knox @ 6:00 PM
• Thursday, 2/20 (Away) vs. Shakamak @ 6:00 PM

• Wednesday, 2/19 (Home) vs. New Hebron @ 6:00 PM

• Tuesday, 2/18 (Home) vs. St. Patrick's @ 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, 2/19 (Home) vs. Northeast North @ 6:00 PM

We are proud to announce that several of our archers have qualified for the state competition! 🎯 This achievement reflects their commitment and skill in the sport.

As they prepare for this event, parents are asked to inform Archery coaches by the 10th if their child will not be attending. Payment details are as follows: $30 for Bullseye and $30 for 3D, due by February 13th.

Let’s support our young athletes as they represent us at the state level!

Elementary Bullseye

Carson Arnold, Liam Baker, Rylan Barrett, Lance Bray, Hunter Crawley, Kole Dubowski, Samantha Everhart, Brynlee Fagan, Zeke Falconbury, Cayton Ferree, Owen Gambill, Kyle Hooker, Landyn King, Elias Kress, Sadie Myers, Vinny Piantedosi, Van Pinkston, Kade Schofield, Triton Smith, Eli Stanifer, Bailey Whitkanack, Tate Whitanack, Aleyah Whitt, Carter Wible

Elementary 3D

Carson Arnold, Liam Baker, Lance Bray, Scarlett Copeland, Samantha Everhart, Brynlee Fagan, Zeke Falconbury, Cayton Ferree, Kyle Hooker, Landyn King, Elias Kress, Vinny Piantedosi, Van Pinkston, Kade Schofield, Triton Smith, Eli Stanifer, Madelyn Stout, Tytan Walker, Bailey Whitkanack, Tate Whitkanack, Aleyah Whitt, Carter Wible

Middle School Bullseye

Liam Branson, Weston Brocksmith, Deavamt Brooks, Gunner Case, Connor Clark, Jaylee Clark, Jase Cooper, Addison Falconbury, Brooklyn Ford, Jaysa Griffith, Ryder Jenkins, Paul McCoy, Addison Myers, Cole Pinkston, Hudson Reed, Ranger Short, Grace Shroyer, Emery Whitkanack

Middle School 3D

Madisyn Andritsch, Kate Bane, Westin Boyll, Weston Brocksmith, Gunner Case, briar Chastain, Connor Clark, Jaylee Clark, Jase Cooper, Easton Dodd, Addison Falconbury, Brooklyn Ford, Jaysa Griffith, Ryder Jenkins, Cammon Landis, Drew McCoy, Addison Myers, Cole Pinkston, Brayden Pirtle, Brentlee Pirtle, Hudson Reed, Ranger Short, Emery Whitkanack, Ana Wrede

High School Bullseye

Jayme Adkinson, Kyler Callison, Jace Camden, Logan Chastain, Hayden Cox, Haley Farner, Drake Grable, Jack Hardin, Kendall Hardin, Victoria Harvey, Dixie Kendall, Hunter Kluesner, Colt Luttrell, Paige Moore, Anna Norris, Dilan Pirtle, Jeremy Shipley, Andrea Speed, Zoey Torrance, Paisley Trotter, Aiden Whitt, Elyette Wolfe, Ava Wrede

✨ We are thrilled to announce that the Golden Arrow Singers have qualified for State Solo & Ensemble! 🎉 After an incredible performance, our ensemble earned a GOLD in group one!
Shoutout to our talented soloists:
🎤 Lori Alumbaugh
🎤 Jonas Ridgway
🎤 Ebony Watkins
🎤 Logan Chastain
🎤 Danny Williams
🎤 Gracyn Souders
🎤 Ezra Porter
🎤 Lilly Alexander
🎤 Caidience Stucker
🎤 Addison Hunt
🎤 Haley Farner
Let’s cheer them on! 🙌❤️

We are thrilled to announce that our SHS band members, Evalette Wilson, Elizabeth Nicol, and Haiden Okes, will be representing us at the state Solo & Ensemble competition next month. 🎶 This marks Evalette's second consecutive year at state, showcasing her commitment and talent. We are proud of our students' dedication to music and the arts.

💜📚 February is all about Book Love in Sullivan High School's Library Media Class! Check out their fantastic displays that showcase SHS students' favorite reads!

Reading in youth is a fundamental factor in academic success, as it builds critical literacy skills necessary for learning across all subjects. Early reading exposure enhances vocabulary, comprehension, and cognitive development, providing students with a strong foundation in language arts. Research has shown that children who develop strong reading skills early are more likely to excel in school, as reading proficiency directly correlates with performance in subjects like math, science, and social studies. Additionally, reading fosters curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, equipping students with the tools to analyze and interpret information effectively.

Beyond academic performance, reading cultivates lifelong learning habits and improves concentration, memory, and critical thinking skills. Students who read regularly are better prepared to comprehend complex texts, follow instructions, and engage in discussions, which are crucial skills for higher education and career success. Moreover, reading independently fosters self-discipline and motivation, leading to greater confidence in academic settings. Schools and parents that encourage reading through structured programs and access to diverse reading materials help set students on a path to long-term academic achievement and intellectual growth.

• 2/17-Beta fundraiser orders and payments for Mullens are due. Turn in orders to Mrs. Flath 0r Mrs. Lighthizer. Profits can be used toward summit or national convention travel. Betas see a sponsor if you need order forms.
• Girls track will be on Wednesday and Thursday from 5:00-6:00 PM. Team will meet at the weight room.
• New and returning NHS students: Please submit your dues of $10 to Mrs. Smith in the library by February 28th. Also, remember to submit your service project hours. You will need 20 by April 30th if you are graduating this year. Sophs and Jrs hours are due by finals week in May.
• Softball sign ups are in the office. Tryouts will be on Monday, March 10th.
• Where can you find your student photo, sports pictures, and all of those school activity pictures in one place? The SHS Yearbook! It is not too late to order your yearbook. See Mrs. Badger for order forms or go to Jostens.com.
• Seniors, do you need to order cap and gown pictures, yard signs, or your senior panoramic? Contact Ryan Pinkston at ryan@hip-n-humble.com or use the following link. http://hnh.hhimagehost.com/shspcg
• During the winter weather, we want to remind you that Arrows Attic has plenty of winter clothes, coats, hats, and gloves. If you are in need of any of these items, let one of your teachers know, let Mrs. Tracy know, or you can email Mrs. Tracy to get what you need.
• Archery practice for high school students will take place on Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the SMS gymnasium.
• Free tutoring every Tuesday in Mr. O’Bryan’s room 101 and Thursday in the Genius lab room 203 from 3-4 PM.

• 2/27-High school incoming freshmen scheduling with SHS counselors at 6:00 PM in the SHS cafeteria.
• 3/6 & 3/7-Beta Leadership Summit in Gatlinburg, TN

• Sullivan County Youth Soccer sign-ups are happening now! This league is open to players ages 3-14. Please click on the link to get signed up!

• Kindness Club would like to invite all advisory classes to help Rya Hamilton's Legacy of Love. We will be collecting items for the humane society. They are in need of: cat food, dog food, cat litter, newspaper, and paper towels. We will be collecting items all next week and donating on Friday. Every class that participates will receive a certificate of participation.
• Kindness Club will be selling candy grams for Valentine's Day! Cost is 1$. Candy grams will be sold during advisory through Monday February 10th.

• If your student needs help with Math a select group of SHS students will be providing Math Tutoring at SMS Monday-Friday at SMS from 3-4pm.

• 7th & 8th grade Cheer will have practices every Thursday from 3-4pm starting October 3rd.

• Wrestling will have volunteer workouts at the SAC from 4:15 to 5:45 pm every Monday & Thursday.

• Any 8th grader interested in playing high school football next year is invited to join weightlifting starting next week on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays after school until 4:45pm at the high school. There is no after school transportation provided.

• 2/18-8th Grade Ivy Tech tour permission slips due.
• 2/20-8th Grade Parent Night at 6pm in the Carlisle cafeteria regarding high school scheduling

• 2/20-Deadline to sign up for the talent show. Students should speak with Ms. Wheelock or sign up on the sheet in front of the office. Sign-ups are open to all students and staff.

• 3/20-School Smiles will visit CEMS. If students were seen in September there is no need to register again. www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup
• The Kindness Kupboard- Our school is starting a Food Pantry to support students and families, here in our community, that are in need. Items Needed: Canned Foods, Dry Cereal, Crackers, Peanut butter, Jelly, Granola Bars, Pasta, Single Serve Meals, ETC. If you have any questions about how you can help please contact our school counselor Ms. Heather Scott at (812)398-3851 EXT.2435 or hscott@swest.k12.in.us
• Middle School girls softball sign-up sheet outside of the front office

• Monday-Thursday 5th-6th Grade Boys Basketball Practice 4:30-6:00 PM

• Monday - Thursday 7th-8th Grade Boys Basketball 6:00-7:30 PM

• Monday-Thursday Girl’s Basketball 3:00-4:30 PM

• Access information about Title I on the Carlisle Elementary School website

• 2/19- 5th Grade Talent Show @ 1:00

• 2/21-Sullivan Elementary spring shirts forms and money due. Cost: $8 per shirt. Optional: Send $10 to help provide shirts for those in need. Sizes available: Youth S/M/L & Adult S/M/L/XL. Payment: Cash or check (made out to SES) Forms are available now. Note: Teachers cannot provide change.

• 3/18-School Smiles will visit SES. If your student was seen last year in the fall, they will be on the list to been seen again, so there is no need to register. Forms will be sent home or you can sign up using the following link. www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup

• Order your yearbook today! Order online at ybpay.com using Yearbook ID Code: 1284725. Deadline to order is March 14, 2025.

• Archery will practice Tuesdays in the middle school multipurpose room. (Enter through the front doors of the middle school). 3rd grade- 5:30-6:30; 4th grade- 6:30-7:30; 5th grade- 7:30-8:30

• Big Brother Big Sister Program: This is for students who have previously signed up and been

  accepted to the program. For students to be able to stay, parents MUST put this in PickUp Patrol. Students can be picked up at the south entrance (door 23) at 4 PM. Parents are to park, exit their vehicle, and pick students up at the door. If you have any questions, please email Dani Hamilton at dhamilton@swest.k12.in.us. Big Brother Big Sisters Program will meet on the following dates: 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8,4/22.

• Homework Helps occurs on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students should be picked up at the front entrance at 4:00 PM. Parents should update Pick-Up Patrol if they intend for their child to stay.

• 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.

• 2/14-NO SCHOOL-Possible Make-up Day
• 2/17-NO SCHOOL-Possible Make-up Day
• 2/24-NO SCHOOL-Teacher Professional Development Day
• 3/16-Future Chef Challenge at SHS.
• Enrollment for the 2024-2025 Indiana 4-H program year has begun. Visit https://in.4honline.com or contact your local Purdue Extension office for details.
• All student athletes must have completed Final Forms to participate in athletics. Click on this link for directions on how to complete this process.
• Enroll your child in free monthly books by going to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library!
• Stay in the game! Click here for athletic event ticket price information!
• Click here for an important update regarding broken Chromebook devices and charges that will apply.

• If you would like your child to be considered for the Brown Baggers program please Have 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.

• 2024-2025 SWSC School Corporation Calendar