August 2024 Newsletter
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!
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.
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.
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!
Craft Fair Vendor Application
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!
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.
July 2024 Newsletter
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!
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.
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.
Back to School Nights!
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.
You may be recieving more specific information from your Principal soon.
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.
Registration: Ensure your student is registered for the upcoming school year.
Camp Kindergarten Schedule:
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
If you previously submitted an application for the upcoming school year prior to July 1st, you will need to reapply.
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.
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!
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.
June 2024 Newsletter
June 2024 Newsletter
Hello Summer
Thank you for another incredible school year! We hope you have a fun and safe summer break. We can’t wait to see you back at school in August. Please enjoy your time off, relax, and use this opportunity to make wonderful memories.
Year in Review: 2023-2024 School Year
During the 2023-2024 school year, Greater Clark County Schools celebrated several significant milestones. We officially broke ground for three new elementary schools: Charlestown Elementary, Pike Elementary, and Parkwood Elementary. Additionally, we initiated the construction of a new natatorium for Jeff High and made several other facility upgrades across the district. These developments reflect our commitment to providing the best possible educational environment for our students.
In a much-anticipated event, we held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Mark Reilly Tennis Center. This facility has already hosted multiple professional and junior tournaments, several clinics, and more, becoming a hub of activity and athletic excellence in our community.
Greater Clark County Schools received numerous accolades throughout the year. Utica Elementary was named a National Blue Ribbon School, a prestigious honor we celebrated enthusiastically. Furthermore, five of our preschools—Riverside Elementary, Parkwood Elementary, Pleasant Ridge Elementary, New Washington Elementary, and Northaven Elementary—received financial recognition for participating in the Paths to QUALITY™ rating system for five consecutive years. This recognition stems from a partnership between the Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL) and the Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC).
Several of our students were honored by the College Board National Recognition Program. To qualify, students needed to maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher, achieve PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 10 scores in the top 10%, score 3 or higher on two or more AP exams during their 9th and 10th-grade years, attend schools in rural areas or small towns, and self-identify as African American/Black, Hispanic American/Latino, or Indigenous/Native.
Our staff members also garnered significant recognition. Michelle Dyer, Principal of River Valley Middle School, was awarded the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP) 2023 Principal of the Year and recognized as the District 12 Middle School Principal of the Year. Kathy Gilland, Principal of Utica Elementary, was named District 12 Elementary Principal of the Year. Principal Beth Kimmel of Riverside Elementary was featured in the Indianagram by the Indiana Association of School Principals for her article on student behavior.
Chef Kristine Abbey-Muneke and her team earned a Gold Medal from the American Culinary Federation (ACF) in the Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition (ACE). Additionally, Tammy Lewis, the Administrative Assistant at Wilson Elementary, was named the 2024 Secretary of the Year by IASP.
Last but certainly not least, we announced our 2024 Teacher of the Year, Whitney Leanhart of Parkview Middle School, Admin of the Year, Josh Emily, Principal of New Washington Elementary School, and our Classified winner, Amanda Stumler from the Administration Building!
Our students showcased their talents across various platforms, with outstanding performances in theater, choir, band, and orchestra. Many were invited to participate in All-State Honor Choirs and All-State Orchestra. We also hosted a fantastic Elementary Art Fair at the NoCo Arts Center.
Jeffersonville High School’s Winter Percussion Ensemble won a Silver Medal at the Indiana Percussion Association 2024 State Finals. The school’s choirs were recognized as Indiana State School Music Association (ISSMA) State Qualifiers, bringing home gold and achieving the highest composite score of the Broady era. The Jeffersonville High School Music Department was named the ISSMA All-Music Award winner for the 2023-2024 school year.
We had our first annual Martin Luther King Jr. Music Program with all Greater Clark County School’s 2nd graders.
Charlestown Middle School 8th Grade students got the opportunity to explore historical sites with a trip to Washington DC! Students were able to marvel at places like George Washington’s mansion, The Pentagon, The Lincoln Memorial, The Whitehouse and more! Students also had the opportunity to visit the site of one of the largest battles in Kentucky during the Civil War at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site, where they got a tour and a demonstration.
Our athletes excelled at local, regional, state, and national levels. Jeffersonville, Charlestown, and New Washington schools all competed in state competitions. Jeff High’s Small GameDay squad and New Washington Middle earned bids to UCA Nationals in Disney. The Charlestown Bowling Team won the 2024 Southern Hills Sectional Championship, and Jeffersonville High School’s Boys’ Basketball team won sectional and regional championships before competing in the state tournament. The New Washington Archery team qualified for the NASP Nationals.
Jeffersonville High School’s Air Force Jr. ROTC program received several recognitions, including three cadets being selected as delegates to Hoosier Boys State this summer. The program also received the Distinguished Unit recognition for the eighth year in a row and set a new record for community service.
- 2023 Greater Clark County Schools Cross Country Champions: Utica Elementary for both boys and girls.
- Greater Clark County Schools Elementary Basketball Champions: Utica Elementary Girls Basketball team.
- 2024 Elementary Wrestling League Champions: Franklin Square Elementary, winning first place for the third consecutive year. Northaven Elementary was the runner-up, and Riverside and Parkwood Elementary tied for third place.
- 2024 Greater Clark County Elementary Regional Track Champions: Northaven and Utica Elementary School Boys’ and Girls’ track teams.
- 2024 Elementary Academic Team Competition: Co-Champions Thomas Jefferson and Utica Elementary, marking our first-ever tie in this event.
- 2024 Rube Goldberg Champions: Utica Elementary with the 2nd and 3rd Place teams from Jonathan Jennings!
- 2024 Robotics Champions: Riverside Elementary!
Graduation Galleries
Registration Reminder
School Calendar Reminder for 2024-2025 School Year
The first day of school for the 2024-2025 School Year will be August 1st, 2024!
We hope you have a great summer and can’t wait to see you back and ready to learn in August!
To view the 2024-2025 School Calendar, click the button below.
Craft Fair Vendor Registration
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.
Hiring Information
Be part of something Greater!
We’re actively hiring for a number of positions, including Teachers, Para Educators, and Bus Drivers. Make a difference in the community’s future, impact our youth, and find a passionate career with us.
Benefits include a flexible schedule, Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance, access to the Wellness Center, and PERF (Indiana State Retirement) paid by GCCS.
Click the button to see our job postings.
SunBucks Summer Program
If your student qualifies for free or reduced meals in school, they can receive $120 (per child) on a Summer EBT card. To receive this benefit, families must have a free or reduced lunch application for the current 2023-2024 School Year. Families can complete the application here.
You do not need to reapply if your child already receives free or reduced meals.
Free & Reduced Lunch for 2024-2025 School Year
Please note that applications for free/reduced lunch benefits for the 2024-2025 School Year will be open on July 1st. If you’ve previously submitted an application for the upcoming school year during student registration, you must reapply once the application opens in July.
If you require assistance, please don’t hesitate to apply!
We appreciate your patience and understanding regarding this matter.
However, applications for benefits for the current school year (2023-2024) are still being accepted until the last day of classes. If you require assistance, please don’t hesitate to apply!
The Academies Section
