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Issue: # 22          
May 2014
Harney Elementary

Dr. Taylor

From nursery rhymes to rock and roll artist Alice Cooper there has always been a focus on the end of the school year. When we hear about the end of a school year, our thoughts normally turn towards final exams, closing out, finishing up, turning back in, saying good bye, and moving on.

If we truly stop and think about what the end of a school year means for students, staff and parents I would bet that thoughts and reflections are truly more about beginnings than endings, more about new than old, more about questions than answers, and more about excitement than regret. While many parents will smile and cry and smile some more, as they silently wonder "where has the time gone" our students will be excitedly talking, or texting, about what lies ahead, about their future.

Whether they are kindergarten students or members of the Lebanon High School graduating class of 2014, or all of those students in between, the finishing of this school year is truly more of a beginning than an end. Students from pre-school to the members of the LHS graduating class of 2015 are wondering about the future, wondering what the next school year will hold. New buildings for some, new classrooms for many, new friends and new teachers, new subjects to learn, from new opportunities to new chances for success, they are looking forward to the next great life experience.

The newest alumni of Lebanon High School, the graduating class of 2014 will certainly enjoy fond memories of their time at Lebanon High School, but that memory will be quickly replaced by the excitement of actually embarking on one of life's greatest mysteries, life after high school. Regardless of the path they choose, continued educational training, joining the workforce, enlisting in the military, or just being a good neighbor and citizen, they will be experiencing exciting new challenges. Their future will quickly become their reality.

With the feelings of excitement that comes with the expectation of starting something new, there will be a small, hopefully very small, feeling of uncomfortable anticipation as they are about to enter into the unknown. It is my sincere hope that while a little fear can be a good thing, that reflective hesitation will quickly be overcome with the confidence that each graduate has acquired during their time at Lebanon schools. They will instinctively rely on those lessons they learned at Central, Harney, Hattie B. Stokes, Perry-Worth, the Middle School and Lebanon High School. That each graduate will hear the voices of encouragement and compliment that have followed them from teacher to teacher, class to class and school to school throughout the time they have been at Lebanon. That they will always remember their time in Lebanon Community Schools as time of growth, a time of improving, a time of encouragement and a time when they realized that their future is as bright as they want to make it.

To our graduating class of 2014 I am sincerely honored to have had the privilege to sign each of your diplomas and certificates as my official recognition of your achievements and accomplishments. I have enjoyed watching you grow, I am proud of who you are, and excited about who you will become. The end of this school year is just an open door to the rest of your life. Thank you for helping make Lebanon Schools such a great place to learn.

As a quick side note, I want to acknowledge the members of the Lebanon High School graduating class of 2027 who in just 65 short days will join Lebanon Community Schools as the kindergarten class of 2014-2015. Watch out Lebanon the next 13 years is going to produce some great moments of pride and joy.

 

Thank you,

Dr. Robert Lynn Taylor

Superintendent of Schools

Lebanon Community School Corporation

School Highlight
Harney Cardinal
Harney Elementary News 

EGG DROP PROJECT

The Harney fourth grade classrooms have been working on Indiana Academic Standard 4.1.6: We have been explaining that even a good design may fail even though steps are taken ahead of time to reduce the likelihood of failure. Our fourth grade students completed an "Egg Drop Project" as an end to our study of inventions and the scientific process. They designed, constructed, tested, and then evaluated the item that they invented to protect their egg. It was dropped from different heights, redesigned, and then dropped again. Mr. Davis then helped us to complete our final drop from the roof of our building! Some eggs survived and some did not! We had a discussion after the final drop about what variables might have made for success and what might have caused failure.

   


 

HARNEY LIVING WAX MUSEUM

Notable politicians, famous actors, musicians, scientists, inventors, astronauts, and activists... the Harney Living Wax Museum had them all and then some. Fifth grade students spent the weeks leading up to the Living Wax Museum researching someone who had significantly contributed to American society. On Wax Museum day each fifth grader transformed into the person they had studied. Harney students, teachers, parents, and grandparents enjoyed browsing the museum and listening to each fifth grader speak about the achievements and accomplishments of the historical figure they were impersonating. To gain further insight, guests were also able to study timelines, photographs, maps, and reports each fifth grader had put together about these important people. We are proud of the effort our students put into creating this fun event! 

News
In the District

Free Meals During June    

Lebanon Community Schools will be offering FREE breakfast and lunch during the month of June at Hattie B. Stokes. The summer program is for anyone who is under the age of 18.

Serving Hours: 

     Breakfast: 7:45 am to 8:00 am 

     Lunch: 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm

Who can participate: Anyone under the age of 18 can eat for FREE. Students do not have to be a LCSC student to participate, they must live in Boone County. All Food must be eaten on site.

Elementary School News
Central Field Day 

  

Central Elementary had its annual Field Day on Friday, May 23. A HUGE thank you to our PE teacher, Peg Rabb, our staff, and volunteers for making this wonderful day possible. Field day was led by our 5th grade captains. The whole school met on the blacktop for our opening ceremonies consisting of the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Our 5th grade captains then led their groups to their first station. The stations consisted of lots of physical activity and fun. Students participated in noodle relays, tree tag, limbo, jump ropes, sponge toss and so much more. Our students were divided up among these captains and each group came up with a team color and wore special spirit wear. The 5th graders did an excellent job of keeping their team on task and together. 

Central ended the day with a whole school water balloon toss and popsicles. Throughout the day we encouraged our students to use sportsmanship, make good choices and to have fun. There was such excitement in the air and it was the perfect spring day. Students working together and using cooporation with the crowd favorite parachute.

The Tiger ROARS 2021 - 5th Grade Classes Visit Lebanon Middle School  

   

The Tiger ROARS 2021 provided the current 5th grade LCSC students with an opportunity to visit on May 15, 2014, and become familiar with Lebanon Middle School and the opportunities available once they are 6th graders. When they first arrived, the Pep band played while NJHS/FFA members greeted them in the auxiliary gym at tables that were divided up by last names. At the table, students received color and number coded nametags and a ticket for door prizes. After all students had arrived, the LMS Administration and guidance department briefly introduced them to LMS and the opening session concluded with a performance by the LMS Pep band, led by Mrs. Springer.

 

The 5th graders were then divided into three groups for the rotation between the Activity Fair in the Media Center, Building tours, and a Guidance/Administration discussion in the gym. The current LMS students that were representing clubs and athletics in the activity fair created table displays to promote the opportunities available within their organization. At the conclusion of the session in the media center, club/athletic representatives asked the students questions regarding their clubs for a prize. NJHS/FFA members stood with number signs, split their group up by the number on the students' name tag (1-10) and started at various places around the middle school to give the students a building tour. While in the gym, Administration and Guidance discussed procedures and expectations while at LMS to set the stage for success. Tables were also on display to highlight each exploratory class available to 6th grade students. Each group had the opportunity to rotate through each station.

 

The 5th graders all regrouped in the gym for closing remarks, received goodie bags containing LMS gear, and then traveled to the cafeteria for their first lunch at LMS. The bags included - Class of 2021 silicone bracelets, Lebanon Middle School Folders, informational sheets on LMS opportunities, a school map, a listing of athletic staff and 6th grade faculty, a paw print pencil and a kit kat (for being a tiger). Students were then treated to a performance by the Vivo Choir, led by Mrs. Willman. After the performance, the 5th graders received instruction regarding lunch procedures, ate lunch and completed the day with the door prize drawing. Six students received either a LMS lanyard or t-shirt. Funds provided through the LEF grant covered the cost of nearly everything used for the event.

High School News

LHS Students Learn Through Project-Based Learning

LHS high school students continued their learning on a recent field trip to Conner Prairie. Over the course of the school year, they explored many aspects of pioneer life through experiences with literature, and through hands on materials while stitching, quilting, log cabin building, and cooking. Students increased their knowledge of history as they participated in a hands on program where they made candles, cornbread, and butter. They made ties between academics in the classroom, and real life experiences of the pioneers. As teachers, it was very insightful to watch students make real world connections, and to speak knowledgeably about subject matter! Thank you, Lebanon Education Foundation for making this trip possible.

Lebanon FFA News
JUNIOR HIGH FFA LEADERSHIP CAMP

Amber Brummett, Kylah Grigsby, and Tori Bennett, three members of the Lebanon Middle School FFA, recently attended the Junior High FFA Day at the Indiana FFA Leadership Center in Trafalgar, Indiana, on April 12, 2014. Junior High FFA Day was for middle school students who are interested in FFA and agricultural education. The 2013-14 State FFA Officers developed a dynamic program that encouraged and excited the students about FFA and agriculture education. They experienced recreation, learned tips on how to fit agriculture classes into their class schedule, FFA opportunities and met members their age from all over the state. In addition, they also participated in a service learning opportunity and a leadership center scavenger hunt.

 

Parliamentary Procedures Team

The Lebanon FFA Parliamentary Procedures teams participated in the Section 2 competition at Sheridan High School on April 16, 2014. Members of the team perform opening and closing ceremonies while demonstrating the proper way to bring up and handle business at a meeting. In addition, the Senior team completed a written exam that tested their knowledge of types of motions and the procedures required to use them properly.

 

Novice members included: Nick Bland, Cora Dale, Mackenzie Cline, Ally Zink, Kobe Burtron, Josi Greene, Jakob Harsin, Maci French, Angie Zheng, Lexie Rutan, Sam Hood, and Abbey Krulik.

 

Senior team members included: Jessica Mars, Nikki Wynne, Lindsey Williams, Sandra Malagon, Ashley Syferd, Sarah McIntyre, Alyssa Hankins, Abby Abbott, and Arnela Cajlak

  

 

LMS FFA AWARDS

 

The LMS FFA held its 10th annual Awards ceremony on May 19, 2014, in the LMS seminar room. The Parliamentary Procedures team assisted the officer team with Opening Ceremonies.

 

Career Development Events

Career Development Events allow the students to take what they have learned in the classroom to new heights. The following student received recognition for participating in Career Development Events:

  

*Dairy Foods:  Amber Brummett, Natalee Benavides, Mackenzie Cline, Juan Ramirez, Dane Echeverria, Tori Bennett, Maci French  

*Discovery Degree Demo:  Maci French, Josi Greene, Cody Hollingsworth

*Discovery Degree Public Speaking:  Cora Dale 

*Livestock Evaluation:  Cora Dale, Cody Hollingsworth  

*Parliamentary Procedures:  Nick Bland, Kobe Burtron, Mackenzie Cline, Cora Dale, Abbey Krulik, Josi Greene, Jakob Harsin, Sam Hood, Maci French, Lexie Rutan, Ally Zink, Angie Zheng

 

Scholarship Awards

 

Scholarship awards were presented to members that were on the honor roll for at least 2 nine weeks this year. Those receiving scholarship awards were:

 

Logan Achor

Natalee Benavides

Nick Bland

Kobe Burtron

Kiara Conley

Cora Dale

Maci French

Victoria Granat

Josi Greene

Caroline Hash

Sam Hood

McKenzie Jones

Abbey Krulik

John Lasley

Nathan McDonald

 

Kaitlyn Moreno

Madilynn Northcott

Katlynn Pletcher

Andrew Whitsitt

Ashley Yohe

Angie Zheng

Ally Zink

 

 

Discovery Degree

 

The first level of award in the FFA is the Discovery FFA degree. The discovery degree is for middle school members that have met certain requirements. Each recipient completed a written application, paid their state and national FFA dues, and participated in various FFA activities outside of school time. Recipents received their Discovery Degree pin and a certificate of achievement. The following members earned their Discovery FFA Degree:

 

Logan Achor

Natalee Benavides

Tori Bennett

Nick Bland

Emily Bowman

Amber Brummett

Kobe Burtron

Mackenzie Cline

Cora Dale

Logan Dickey

Dane Echeverria

Maci French

Victoria Granat

Josi Greene

Kylah Grigsby

Jakob Harsin

Caroline Hash

Cody Hollingsworth

Sam Hood

Benjamin Johnson

McKenzie Jones

Abbey Krulik

John Lasley

Macie Morrett

Gillian Parsley

Teresa Perez

Katlynn Pletcher

Ryan Poole

Juan Ramirez

Kindsey Robertson

Elijah Rollins

Lexie Rutan

Ava Smith

Austin Spiker

Angie Zheng

Ally Zink


Outstanding Male and Female Members

 

An outstanding male and female FFA member were chosen by their peers based on leadership and involvement within the LMS FFA. This year's winners are definitely very deserving with serving as part of the officer and parliamentary procedures teams. Nick Bland and Cora Dale were recognized as the 2013-2014 Outstanding Male and Female FFA members. Both of these members, in addition to the two that were recognized on May 3rd at the LHS awards ceremony (Angie Zheng and Cody Hollingsworth), will receive their first FFA jackets courtesy of the generosity of the National FFA staff and former LHS Agriculture Teacher, Ambra Tennery.

Staff/Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Taylor, Karen Ruch, Marty Hadley
Employee of the Month 

Karen Ruch

LHS Assistant Athletic Director &  

Athletic Secretary        

 

The LCSC Employee of the Month is Karen Ruch. Karen is the Assistant Athletic Director and Athletic Secretary at LHS. Karen is extremely dedicated to her job, she spends an enormous amount of time scheduling and doing all the necessary planning for athletic events. She is instrumental in the planning and implementation of the Athletic Awards nights. Karen is always available to the students. She goes above and beyond the call of duty and excels at what she does.

Honoring LCSC Teachers 

 

Each year Lebanon Community School Corporation has a celebration to honor our teachers. Several awards are given out including:

 

Teacher of the Year

Jessica Frederick, Jayna Wagner, Sue Furman,
Peg Rabb, Dr. Taylor, Candace Ballinger and Alan Conrad

Each year Lebanon Community School Corporation recognizes six outstanding teachers, one from each of our six schools for their service and dedication to our students and corporation. Each teacher was selected by their peers. Congratulations to each Teacher of the Year! 

 

Central Elementary: Jessica Frederick

Harney Elementary: Candace Ballinger

Hattie B. Stokes Elementary: Jayna Wagner

Perry-Worth Elementary: Peg Rabb

Lebanon Middle School: Sue Furman

Lebanon High School: Alan Conrad

 

Dwight B. Cragun Superintendent's Award for Distinguished Teaching

Dr. Taylor, Candace Ballinger, Mike Young

The 2013-2014 Lebanon Community School Corporation's Outstanding Teacher of the Year receives The Dwight B. Cragun Superintendent's Award for Distinguished Teaching. The award is presented annually to a teacher whose meritorious service to education during the year deserves recognition and support. A $2,500.00 gift made possible by the Dwight B. Cragun Endowment Fund at the Lebanon Educational Foundation allows the recipient to further develop their teaching skills and classroom effectiveness as a teacher in the Lebanon Community Schools.

 

The award is named for Dwight B. Cragun who was the son of S.N. Cragun, former Lebanon High School Principal and Superintendent of Schools. The gift is made in memory of Dwight B. Cragun, a graduate of the Lebanon public schools who was distinguished in the financial world and who became a professor of finance/investments. The 2014 Dwight B. Cragun Award for Distinguished Teaching was awarded to Candace Ballinger by Dr. Taylor and Mike Young, President of the Lebanon Educational Foundation. Congratulations to Mrs. Ballinger! 

 

David S. Richey Award

 

The David S. Richey award was established to recognize a business or individuals who have gone above and beyond the norm through personal commitment to support the efforts of the Lebanon Educational Foundation. The Foundation presented the 2014 David S. Richey award to Jennifer Rice. Ms. Rice is the director of the school corporation food service program.

 

Marble Apple Winner

 

Each year the Joint Services office takes nominations from individual schools for someone who is outstanding in their dedication to students, especially special needs students. Anyone who works with students may be nominated. Tracey Shriver, Director of Joint Services recognized Bethany Newsom as the recipient of the Marble Apple Award. 

School Events
See the exciting things happening in
Lebanon Community School Corporation
Click here to download the 2013-2014 Lebanon Community School Corporation calendar.

 

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Elementary Schools

June 2 - 27, 8:15 am - 12:15 pm: Summer School (@ Hattie B. Stokes) 

Lebanon Middle School

June 2 - 27, 8:15 am - 12:15 pm: Summer School (@ Hattie B. Stokes)  

Lebanon High School
June 2014 Athletic Events
June 2 - 27, 7:30 - 11:30 am:
Summer School Session One
                    12:00 - 4:00 pm:
Summer School Session Two
Lebanon Educational Foundation
June 3: Golf Outing - Golf Club of Indiana
Community Events

Check out what's happening around our community!

Indianapolis Children's Choir    

Does your child love to sing? Join us for the Indianapolis Children's Choir Choral Festival! For over 25 years, the Choral Festival has brought together kids who love to sing for a week of music-making and fun! 


Camp Invention     

Camp Invention gives your son or daughter the opportunity to create and invent outside the box by exploring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts in a hands-on, safe, and fun environment.

 


Teen Academy 2014        

The Boone County Sheriff's Office & Lebanon Fire Department is now registering for the 2014 Teen Academy open to Boone County students age 13-18. The Academy runs June 16-20. The cost is $25 per student (scholarships available for qualifying students). 


 Camp 911         

The Lebanon Fire Department is now registering for Camp 911 which takes place June 23-25 for Boone County students age 9-12. The cost is $25 per student. Email for more info. 


Summer Sports Camps       

Visit the Lebanon High School Athletic Website to check out the individual flyers for age group instruction levels. Pay online with a credit card for any of our camps or send to one form with payment.

 


Free Sack Lunches 

Families with children who receive free/reduced lunch at school may pick up a week's worth of sack lunches for spring break. Any parent with Boone County proof of residency can pick up the lunches.  

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Sincerely,
Lebanon Community School Corporation
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