Teacher of the Year Whitney Leanhart

October 2024 Newsletter

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October 2024 Newsletter

CHS Soccer Sectional and Regional Champs

We are thrilled to announce that our Boys Soccer Team has advanced to the Regional Semifinal, the 2A Elite 8, at Heritage Hills this Saturday! Not only are they moving forward in the tournament, but they are also making history for our school by winning both the Mid-Southern Conference Championship and the 2A Sectional Title.

This marks a significant achievement, as Charlestown High School had never previously won an outright Mid-Southern Conference Championship Title or a 2A Sectional Title!

Stay updated on their journey by following WPMQ Charlestown. Click the button below for the latest news and updates.

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Photo Credit to Aiden Stewart with WPMQ Charlestown! 

Teacher Academy -
Supporting Our Educators

As part of our mission to enhance new teacher onboarding and retention, we are proud to offer a Teacher Academy for our new educators. This program is designed to build their skills, boost their confidence in the classroom, and enrich their overall experience as educators.

The Teacher Academy is just one of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to supporting our educators and fostering a collaborative environment. Together, we are greater!

School Calendar Reminder

Please note that there will be NO school on November 5th, but school buildings will be open for parent/teacher conferences. As the holidays approach, we also encourage you to review the 2024-2025 school calendar.

Click the button below to view the 2024-2025 School Calendar.
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The Academies Section

Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing Academy Students Attend 1si's Manufacturing Week

 Upperclassmen from the Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing Academy at each high school participated in 1si’s Manufacturing Week. This event brought together local manufacturers, schools, and community leaders to showcase the diverse career opportunities available in our region’s manufacturing sector. During the event, students enjoyed hands-on activities, including virtual reality experiences and team competitions. Select seniors from each school also had the chance to tour Amatrol, but all students were able to learn about various training and internship opportunities from each of the 18 regional manufacturers at the NOCO Arts and Cultural District in Jeffersonville. This was a wonderful opportunity for students to explore exciting careers in manufacturing while gaining valuable insights and experiences.

The Academy Advocate - October 2024
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Construction Update

Exciting Updates on Pike Elementary and Charlestown Elementary!

We know you’ve been eagerly awaiting this update, and we’re thrilled to share our progress. We anticipate having both schools fully enclosed with exterior walls and windows by mid to late November. Some windows have already been installed, and Charlestown will begin door installation next week.

Painting has commenced at both buildings and ceiling installations are underway. On average, over 100 contractors are on-site daily, diligently working to bring these schools to life.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in making these schools a reality. We can’t wait to open the doors next fall!

Charlestown Elementary Photos

Pike Elementary Photos

Teacher of the Year Whitney Leanhart

September 2024 Newsletter

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September 2024 Newsletter

Parent Information Session: Understanding Article 7 with Insource

Our Special Populations Department is partnering with InSource to host a Parent Information Session on Article 7—a law that protects the civil rights of individuals with disabilities. Join us to learn how you and the school can collaborate to support your child under the protections provided by Indiana’s Article 7.

🗓️ Date: October 17th
🕔 Time: 5-7 PM
📍 Location: Mark Fetter Center, 1613 East 10th Street, Jeffersonville, IN

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Fall Break Calendar Reminder

We’re just a few weeks away from the end of the first quarter of the 2024-2025 school year and the upcoming Fall Break. There will be no school from October 7-11. Classes will resume on October 13th as we kick off the second quarter!

Stay on top of important dates—click the red button below to view the 2024-2025 School Calendar.

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Celebrating Our Educators: Coyle Automotive Partners with Greater Clark County Schools

Greater Clark County Schools is excited to partner with Coyle Automotive Group to honor our 2025 Teacher of the Year. The award recipient will receive a one-year lease on a car, generously provided by Coyle Automotive. This collaboration highlights our commitment to celebrating the dedication and hard work of our exceptional educators.

“We’re thrilled to partner with the Coyle family to support our amazing educators,” said Mark Laughner, Superintendent of Greater Clark County Schools. “This is a wonderful way to recognize the incredible contributions of our teachers.”

The 2025 Teacher of the Year will be announced next Spring, with the award presentation in May.

2024 Elementary Cross Country Champions: Utica Elementary!

Join us in celebrating the incredible achievement of our Utica Elementary Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country teams. We are so proud of our student-athletes for their hard work and dedication!

Jeffersonville High School AFJROTC Sweeps First PT Competition!

We’re thrilled to announce that our cadets clinched First Place Overall at their first PT competition of the school year!

They dominated in multiple events, securing first place in the 208-yard relay, 1-mile relay, Endurance, and Volleyball. Additionally, they earned impressive second-place finishes in the Football Relay, Basketball, and Silly Games.

We’re so proud of these cadets and can’t wait to see what they’ll achieve next! Keep up the amazing work!

Mark Reilly Tennis Center Awarded 2024 USTA's Outstanding Tennis Facility Award!

We are thrilled to announce that the Mark Reilly Tennis Center at Jeffersonville High School, named after legendary coach Mark Reilly, has been recognized with the 2024 USTA Outstanding Facility Award.

We are incredibly grateful to have one of our newest facilities receive this prestigious honor. Thank you to everyone who contributed to bringing this facility to life.

Join our Team!

We’re still looking for passionate individuals to fill our remaining positions!

Be part of something Greater and enjoy the perks of a flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, summers, and holidays OFF. Plus, benefit from our comprehensive package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, access to the Wellness Center, and more!

Ready to make a difference? Visit our website to learn more and explore our current openings.
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Support the Greater Clark Education Foundation & The Arts!

Support the Greater Clark Education Foundation and Greater Clark County Arts by getting a car wash membership at Tommy’s Express Car Wash!

Every Friday in September, 100% of membership proceeds at the Jeffersonville location will go directly to the GCEF, benefiting the arts in Clark County.
This offer applies to both current and new members. Let’s wash some cars and support a great cause!

The Academies Section

High school ambassadors from across the district recently came together to create lesson plans, presentations, and activities to train our district’s elementary and middle school ambassadors. Building on their own training day with community leaders in April, they developed materials specifically tailored to younger students.

The high school ambassadors formed groups based on their strengths, interests, and the age groups they wanted to mentor. It was incredible to witness their teamwork and leadership in action as they prepared to guide the next generation of student ambassadors.
The Academy Advocate - September 2024
Teacher of the Year Whitney Leanhart

August 2024 Newsletter

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August 2024 Newsletter

Back to School Video

We’ve had an amazing first few weeks of school and are thrilled for all the adventures yet to come! Our schools are buzzing with energy, and we couldn’t wait to share some of the joy with you. Take a moment to check out the video from our first day and see all the smiling faces that make our schools so special!

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Back to School Photo Gallery

2024-2025 Calendar Reminder

We’re thrilled to have everyone back in the classroom for another exciting year of learning and growth. It’s going to be a fantastic journey, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

Want to stay on top of all the important dates? Click the button below to view the 2024-2025 School Calendar.

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Hiring Info: Teachers

We’re still looking for passionate individuals to fill key positions, including Teachers, Para Educators, and various other roles.

Be part of something Greater and enjoy the perks of a flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, summers, and holidays OFF! Plus, take advantage of our comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, access to the Wellness Center, and more!

Ready to make a difference? Visit our website for more information and to explore our current openings.

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Free/Reduced Meal Application

Don’t forget—applications for Free and Reduced-Priced Meals are still open for the 2024-2025 school year! We encourage you to apply NOW to ensure your eligibility.

Remember, you need to reapply each year to continue qualifying, and you only need to submit ONE application per family.

*Please note: We are working through applications as quickly as possible, if your student received free/reduced lunches last year, they will be eligible for the first 30 days of the school year as we work through the applications.

Click the button below to apply!

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Craft Fair Vendor Application

Join us on September 21, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for our annual Holiday Craft Fair, where all proceeds benefit the GCCS Angel Tree Program.

Explore over 40 vendor booths featuring food, gifts, jewelry, ornaments, and home decor—there’s something for everyone!

BONUS: Don’t miss the special kids’ craft session by Redheaded Princess Designs for just $15. Be sure to pre-register using the link below!

Interested in hosting a booth? If you haven’t registered yet, reach out to Renee Markoski at Rmarkoski@gccschools.com for assistance.

We hope to see you there!
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Kids Craft Registration

The Academies Section

As John Dewey wisely said, “We do not learn from experience… we learn from reflecting on experience.” In preparation for the upcoming school year, our teachers participated in training focused on highly effective teaming, ensuring they are equipped to model the collaborative skills essential for student success. By engaging in these practices themselves, they are ready to create dynamic, hands-on learning experiences where students learn by doing and reflecting. Together, the academies help build a community of learners who thrive through teamwork and active engagement.

The Academy Advocate - August 2024
Teacher of the Year Whitney Leanhart

July 2024 Newsletter

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July 2024 Newsletter

Calendar Reminder

Mark your calendars! We’ve got less than 10 days until the first day of school!

School will begin for All Prek-12 students on August 1st, 2024!

We hope you’ve had a great summer and are ready for a fantastic school year ahead!

See 2024-2025 School Calendar

Registration Reminder

Have you registered your student(s) yet? It’s not too late, there’s still time to register for the 2024-2025 School Year! 

Families of current students (Prek-11th grade) should have received a letter with the Snapcode needed to enroll.

Families interested in transferring their student to another school must request a School Transfer Form from their current school to initiate the transfer process.

For assistance with registration, please contact Carolyn Barton at Cbarton@gccschools.com for Elementary Registration and Wendy Gallagher at Wgallagher@gccschools.com for Middle and High School Registration. 

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Supply Lists

It’s back to school season – we hope you had a fantastic summer and can’t wait to see you soon!

For Elementary and Middle School supply lists, click the button below!

*Please note that High School supplies will be included in the syllabus provided by their teachers.

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Back to School Nights!

Our 2024-2025 Back to School Nights are just around the corner! 

Join us on the following dates and times to get to know your teachers and kick off an amazing new school year! 

  • 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: July 29th from 5-7 p.m.
  • 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: July 30th from 5-7 p.m.
  • 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: July 30th from 5-7 p.m.
 
This is a great opportunity to meet your student’s teachers, see their schedules, set up lockers, drop off supplies, and take self-guided tours of the schools. These are all open house style at your student’s school. 

You may be recieving more specific information from your Principal soon. 

Camp Kindergarten

We are just a few days away from Camp Kindergarten! 

Camp Kindergarten is an excellent opportunity for your child to learn routines, practice activities, and get familiar with their school building before the first day when all students are present. This special event is specifically for students already enrolled for the upcoming school year. Main offices will send detailed information directly to enrolled Kindergarten families. Please ensure your child is registered to receive these important updates.

Date: July 25th FOR ALL SCHOOLS (times vary by location)
Registration: Ensure your student is registered for the upcoming school year.

Camp Kindergarten Schedule:
𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
𝐑𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐉𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
𝐔𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

6th and 9th Grade Orientation

For families with incoming 6th and 9th graders, we’ve got orientation coming up in a few days, too!

  • 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Thursday, July 25th from 12-3 p.m.
  • 𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Tuesday, July 30th from 2-4 p.m.

Your student’s school will send more specific information as the date approaches.

Free/Reduced Meal Application

Reminder: Free and Reduced Meal applications are OPEN!

Apply NOW for your students’ free or reduced-priced meals for the upcoming 2024-2025 School Year! Remember, you must apply yearly to continue to qualify.

If you previously submitted an application for the upcoming school year prior to July 1st, you will need to reapply.

Click the link below to apply today! 
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Transportation Information

With the new school year approaching, please ensure your student’s information in PowerSchool is accurate after the upcoming update. Please also download our My Ride K-12 app to check your student’s bus assignment, view their route, and live track the school bus.

We recommend arriving early at the bus stop during the first few days of school to accommodate any potential delays as we settle into the routine.

For more information and how to sign your student up for transportation, please click the button below.

Bus Info

Power School Update Reminder will be back on July 24th.

In preparation for the 2024-2025 School Year, PowerSchool is down for its annual rollover period until July 24th. 

We appreciate your patience and understanding. 

Hiring Info

Be part of something Greater! 

We’re looking for Para Educators, Bus Drivers, and more! Enjoy a flexible schedule with evenings, weekends, summers, and holidays OFF! We offer several benefits, including: health, dental, vision, life insurance, access to the Wellness Center, and more!

For more information on position openings and to apply, visit our website by clicking the button below!

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Craft Fair Vendor Application

Attention all craft vendors! Reserve your spot now for the GCCS Holiday Craft Fair. 

This year’s Holiday Craft Fair will be held September 21st at River Valley Middle School from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

To register, click the button below.

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