SWSC News September 5th 2025
- 9/11-SHS Student/Staff Retake, Band and Golden Arrow Singers formal pictures, Senior Cap and Gown pictures (school will provide cap and gown for picture & avoid wearing a hoodie or neon colored shirt, Senior panoramic @ 10:00 (wear senior shirt or white shirt). Order forms will be available in the office.
- 9/11-"How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at a time." - Morgan Freeman. Do you agree? Would you like to be a part of the SHS Kindness Club? See Mrs. Hollis for a questionnaire, return it to her, and come to the FIRST Kindness Club meeting on Thursday, September 11th!!!!
- 9/12-Final day to take advantage of the Back to School promotional on the 2026 personalized yearbooks. Don't miss out on this opportunity to save up to $20 on free icons! Order your yearbook today at Jostens.com or pick up and order from the office or room 211.
- 10/3-Key club and NHS will be collecting hygiene products now thru Oct. 3rd. Body wash, deodorant, and shampoo 4 full size items equal 1 service hour.
- 10/5-Are you interested in sharing stories from Sullivan's town history? Join the History Club for "Tombstone Tales" on October 5. Students will be provided with a script and a costume. Community members will join us at Center Ridge Cemetery to hear you share the story of your famous Sullivan-ian. See Dr. Herrin or a member of the History Club for more details!
- After school tutoring begins this week after school from 3-4. Tuesdays 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.
- 9/5-Selected candidates will be announced on Friday, September 5th. If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Wells!
- 9/12-Jr Beta will be collecting club and membership dues. The money is due by Friday, September 12th. Please turn it in to the respective teacher: 6th-Mrs. Davis, 7th-Miss Graves & 8th-Mrs. Bement.
- Future Lady Arrows Basketball Camp is open to all girls grades 1st thru 8th. Camp will be September 14th, 21st, 28th & October 5th, 12th from 2:00pm to 3:30pm. Cost is $25. Forms will be sent home with your student or picked up in the Office.
- We’re excited to kick off the Arrow Homework Hub—a new support opportunity for students who are behind or need a little extra help! The program will begin today, and will take place from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Snacks will be provided, and both teachers and high school student helpers will be there to assist.
- 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.
- 9/5-PTO Grandparent’s Breakfast
9/12-Ivy Tech 8th grade Day
9/15-Middle School Guest Speaker
9/30-School Smiles Dentists will be at CEMS. Sign your child up at www.schoolsmiles.com/student-signup
10/3-PTO Fall Carnival
10/8-Picture Retakes Wednesday, October 8th
Anyone who is in 5th- 8th grade that wants to join Rock Band club please see Ms. Wheelock ASAP.
Volleyball will be practicing on Monday,Tuesday and Thursday’s from 3p-5pm.
Open Gym for basketball will be held on Wednesday’s (starting Sept 3rd) until 4:30PM for any 7th or 8th grade boy or girl interested in working on basketball skills.
If your child is participating in sports at SMS, all practices and games are listed on Southwest School Corporation Website. When at the home page click OUR SCHOOLS. From there click Sullivan Middle School. Click the dropdown box and select ATHLETICS. You will then see TEAM SCHEDULES. From there click CALENDARS and you will see grade and games/practices.
- 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
9/5-If your child is in need of a coat this winter, there are Coats4Kids applications in the SES office. These must be completely filled out before returning by September 5, 2025. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN FORM TO SCHOOL. Instructions on returning are on the form, you may text a picture of completed form to 812-691-8174 or email to Lmsmith268@gmail.com Coats will be handed out at the Sullivan County 4H Fairgrounds on October 25, 2025, 11am-1pm. Children must attend to try on their coat.
- 10/1-The dentist will be at SES on Wednesday, October 1st. They will be providing the following dental services: cleaning, fluoride, x-rays, sealants, restorative care, and free dental supplies. Forms will be sent home soon, or you may register by going to the following link https://schoolsmiles.com/student-signup/ All students will need to register as it is the start of a new school year.
- 10/8-Fall Picture Retakes
- 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. All participants must have a completed sports physical on file in FinalForms before they will be allowed to participate. All signatures needed by both the parents and students must be completed before physical is considered complete.
- 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.
- 9/19-NO SCHOOL, Professional Development Day.
- 10/13-10/17-NO SCHOOL, Fall Break
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.