Issue 505: Back to School                                July 27, 2014        
 
Franklin County Observer

News and Events from Franklin County, Indiana       

In This Issue
2014-15 School Registration Dates
Enrollment Data & Letter Grade Rating
Back to School Vaccinations
Attendance is "Rewarding" at BES
BES Staff
B.M.S. Offers Digital Citizenship Classes
B.M.S. Staff
Franklin County High School Expands Dual Credit & Advanced Placement
Franklin County High School Staff
"Ladies and Gentlemen, Start Your Engines!"
Laurel School Staff
Laurel Ice Cream Social & Open House
Join the Laurel PTO
Back to School Bash/Open House & Mt. Carmel Staff
APPLES at Mt. Carmel School.
FCCSC 2014-2015 School Calendar
Around the County
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2014-15 School Registration Dates 

 

    Beginning Monday, July 28, 2014, all Franklin County Community School offices will be open and ready for business.  The following are the dates and times for registration for all Franklin County Schools:

 

Monday, July 28, 2014          7:30 am - 3:00 pm

                                                      

Tuesday, July 29, 2014         7:30 am - 7:00 pm

                                                      

Wednesday, July 30, 2014     7:30 am - 3:00 pm

 

     Registration for all incoming Freshmen at Franklin County High School will be Thursday, July 31, 2014 between the hours of 7:30 am to 3:00 pm.  Freshmen orientation will also be held on July 31st  from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm at Franklin County High School. 

 

NEW THIS YEAR:  All registration materials may be found on the school corporation's website at www.fccsc.k12.in.us.  Parents and guardians are encouraged to download and complete these materials in the convenience of their home; then, just bring these completed forms with you on one of the July registration dates. 

 

ALSO NEW THIS YEAR:  The Franklin County Community School Corporation will accept credit/debit cards for all rentals and fees.  A $2.00 surcharge will be added to each transaction.

 

Submitted by

Superintendent Dr. Debbie Howell

Indiana Department of Education Data

 

Letter Grade Rating from 2012-1013 

Franklin County Community School Corporation: "B".

(2013-2014 Rating has not been released.) 

 

Student Enrollment from 2013-2014 School Year

Brookville Elementary School: 532

Brookville Middle School: 417

Franklin County High School: 884

Laurel School: 495

Mt. Carmel School: 459

Total: 2787

 

Reported by

Terry Duffy

Back to School Vaccinations 

At the Health Department

 

    The Franklin County Health Dept. is scheduling appointments to get your child up to date with all the required vaccines for the upcoming school year.  To determine eligibility, schedule an appointment, or if you have any questions, please call the Health Department at 765-647-4322

 

Submitted by

Mary Burk, Health Dept.

Attendance is "Rewarding" at BES

 

    If children are absent from school, learning takes a "direct hit". At Brookville Elementary several incentives have been put into place so children want to come to school. Each grading period an assembly to celebrate accomplishments of the students. Each student who has had perfect attendance is recognized at the assembly. Also, the class with the highest average daily attendance receives a traveling trophy to keep in their classroom for the next nine week. Each month the average daily attendances are listed in the school newsletter, "The B.E.N." The two classes that have attained the highest attendance receive the "Give Yourself a Hand" chairs. These are chairs that were donated by the Southeastern Solid Waste that are actually the shape of a hand. These chairs are placed in the winning classrooms for the students to enjoy during that month. At the end of the year students who have attained perfect attendance receive a very nice award. There were over thirty students at BES who achieved this accomplishment. Students who achieve perfect attendance are also rewarded with a pizza party during their lunch time on the last day of school.

     School attendance is part of the law, however, BES feels that these motivational incentives help keep the school's attendance above 95%!

 

Brookville Elementary Fosters Parent Participation

 

     What does BES do to give parents an opportunity to support their child's learning? At the beginning of each year an Ice Cream Social is held to allow students to visit with their parents to their new classroom and bring their supplies. This initial meeting creates a bond between parent, teacher and child. Conferences are held in the fall so parents can meet with their child's teacher on-on-one to discuss student progress and address concerns.

     But BES involves parents on a social level as well. The Parent Teacher Club provides free of charge the Silly Safari assembly during the day and also at night so parents can bring the preschool siblings. There is a free will offering supper followed by the assembly. Silly Safari brings various animals, reptiles and birds to teach the children about nature. This event is well attended and enjoyed by all.

Pastries with Parents is an event held in the spring in connections with the art show. Teachers choose various writing assignments and compile them into book form for parents to peruse. Doughnuts, juice and coffee are served. This activity allows parent to visit the school in the morning before they go to work which reserves the evening for other family activities.

     The BES carnival is a long time tradition at BES. Begun almost thirty years ago, it provides time for parents to enjoy socializing and the students to enjoy carnival games. A basket raffle is held to raise funds for the donations the PTC makes for the school.

     COSI is a terrific hands on science opportunity for BES     students. Parent and even grandparents volunteer their time to make this activity run smoothly.

     Without a doubt the All School Christmas program is one of the most well attended BES activities. Students of each grade level relocate to the FCHS gym to share their angelic voices. If you have ever attended you know that the gym is at a capacity crowd.

     Parents: Get involved in your child's life at school. This is an opportunity that you will never regret.

 

Submitted By
Principal Mike Biltz

Brookville Elementary School

Staff List 2014-15

 

Principal                    Michael A. Biltz

Secretary                   Rhonda Kerr

Asst. Secretary           Rachel Hicks

Student Support          Shawna Fackey

Nurse                        Karen Anderson

Kindergarten               Valerie Benjamin

                                 Janice Grider

                                 Alison Wolber

First Grade                  Regina Barker

                                 Jessica Cates

                                 Abby Ruwe

                                 Tammy Sharp

Second Grade               Pam Bachus

                                  Mary Jo Hensley

                                  Bobbi Princell

                                  Heidi Reuss

                                  Jessie Summer

Third Grade                  Laura Galyen

                                  Jenni Grimes

                                  Justine Howe

                                  Christina Lecher

Fourth Grade                 Kerstin Bennett

                                   Jean Goins

                                   Jeanine Higginbotham

                                   Laura Taylor

Music                           Pat Smith

Art                               Mary Sorrells

Physical Ed.                   Steve Wewe

Challenge3/4 & Library     Beth Wade

Interventionists               Dana Buchholz

                                    Robin Lee

Special Education             Molly Grimmeissen

Betsy Kirk

                                    Nikki Holland

                                    Derek Orschell

                                    Ann Thackery

Computer                       Elaine Dorrel

Custodians                      Andrew Howe

                                    Sarah Marcum

                                    Barb Rubush

Cafeteria                        Joy Derenski (Manager)

                                    Karen Steinmetz

                                    Malinia Thatcher

                                    Cindy Westerfeld

                                    Ramonda Stonestreet

Cindy Hofer


Submitted By
Principal Mike Biltz

B.M.S. Offers Digital Citizenship Classes

 

    Brookville Middle School students will take digital citizenship, a class that focuses on the responsible use of available computer and hand-held technology, during second semester of their eighth-grade year.  Students who successfully complete the class will earn one high school credit towards graduation.  Digital citizenship has previously been offered only at F.C.H.S., as a freshman-level business class.

    Amy Mitchum, B.M.S. business teacher, is excited about the opportunity to teach the class.  Mrs. Mitchum was able to become more familiar with the digital citizenship standards during the 2013-2014 school year while participating on a State committee reviewing business standards.  Moving to digital citizenship will allow her to move away for more traditional keyboarding and word processing in order to teach more advanced skills that are used on a regular basis in the real world today.  

     Extending digital citizenship to B.M.S. will have positive effects for both middle and high school students.  The benefit of earning a high school credit in eighth-grade is only one of the positives.  Taking a high school class in eighth-grade will provide opportunities for students to participate in an additional elective class once they get to high school.  As a result of a large number of B.M.S. students receiving credit for the class F.C.H.S. will be able to reduce the number of digital citizenship classes it offers while increasing the number of dual, high school and college, credit classes offered it the business department.

 

Wildcat Preparatory Academy

    The Franklin County Community School Corporation will launch the Wildcat Preparatory Academy at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year.  This new program will bring a select group of seventh-grade students together from Brookville, Laurel, and Mount Carmel in an effort to place a greater emphasis on college and career readiness.  These students will spend half of their day together in a cohort group which emphasizes the skills needed to be successful in college and life.  

    Wildcat Preparatory Academy students will have opportunities beyond what other F.C.C.S.C. seventh-grade students are given.  These opportunities include college visits, service learning projects and career exploration, as well as a greater emphasis on study skills important to success in both high school and college. These students will following the regular seventh-grade Indiana Course Standards in their core classes, but will focus on additional skill sets in their college and career readiness class.  

Mrs. Hollie Noah and Mr. Adam Hofer will be teaching the Wildcat Preparatory Academy students in language arts, social studies and the college/career readiness class.  Mrs. Noah and Mr. Hofer will be using Chromebook technology in their W.P.A. classrooms to enhance student learning. The increased access to technology, provided by the Chromebook, will also prepare students for FCHS, which uses Chromebooks in all classes.

    The Wildcat Preparatory Academy program is designed to prepare students for the dual high school/college credit courses offered at F.C.H.S..  Students who take full advantage of the dual credit program have the potential of being within a few college credits from earning an associates degree when they graduate high school. This program has the potential to change lives by pushing students to reach their full potential.

 

Submitted By
Principal  Chris Bundy

Brookville Middle School Staff

 

Office:

Mr. Chris Bundy, Principal

Mrs. Miranda Rauch, Guidance Counselor

Mrs. Lisa Robinson, Athletic Director

Mr. Patrick Gray, Technology Director

Mrs. Betty Huddleston, Food Service Director

Mrs. Helen Gillman, Secretary/Treasurer

Mrs. Terri Bishop, Assistant Secretary

Mrs. Beth Wade, Librarian

Mrs. Shawna Humbert, Nurse

Mr. Scott Rosenberger, Technology Assistant

Fifth-Grade Teachers:

Mrs. Karla Ariens

Mrs. Corrine Henke

Mr. James Meyer

Mrs. Christie Young

Sixth-Grade Teachers:

Mrs. Virginia Adams

Mrs. Bethany Bolser

Mr. Clark Sherwood

Mrs. Janice Wade

Seventh and Eighth GradeTeachers:

Mrs. Amanda Biltz, Science

Mr. Terry Bryant, Industrial Arts/Social Studies

Mrs. Kim Gesell, Special Education

Mrs. Toni Gramman, Special Education

Mr. Chuck Grimes, Social Studies

Mr. Bynum Henson, Band

Mr. Jon Johnson, Band

Mrs. Beth Kaiser, F.a.C.S.

Mrs. Becky Klusman, Math/Science

Mrs. Amy Mitchum, Computer Science

Mrs. Elissa Nafe, Special Education

Mrs. Hollie Noah, Language Arts

Mrs. Patricia Smith, Chorus/General Music

Mr. Justin Sprague, Art

Mr. Steve Wewe, Physical Education/Health

Mr. Mike Wilson, Physical Education/Health

Mrs. Beverly Yager, Math

Custodial Staff:

Mr. Kenny De Moss, Mrs. Wanda Doerflein,

Mr. Roy VanWinkle

Cafeteria Manager:

Angie Westerfield

 

Submitted By
Principal Chris Bundy

Franklin County High School Expands Dual Credit & Advanced Placement Course Opportunities

 

     Franklin County High School continues to increase dual credit opportunities for students. Through an agreement with Ivy Tech and the Advanced Placement College Board, the following courses enable a student to earn college credit and high school credit through our Dual Credit Program. In the Business department through Advanced Business Management, Business Law and Ethics, Entrepreneurship and New Adventures, Information Communications and Technology, and Principles of Marketing. In the English Department through English Language and Composition - Advanced Placement, In the Science department through Biology - Advanced Placement, Chemistry  - Advanced Placement, and Biology II. In the Social Studies department through Microeconomics - Advanced Placement, Government and Politics - Advanced Placement, United States History - Advanced Placement, European History - Advanced Placement, World History - Advanced Placement, Human Geography - Advanced Placement, and  Psychology - Advanced Placement. In the Math department through Calculus AB - Advanced Placement, and Pre-calculus/Trigonometry. In the Art Department through Drawing. In the Technology Education department through Introduction to Engineering and Design and Principles of Engineering. And in the Foreign Language department through Spanish - Advanced Placement and Spanish IV.

A student may receive transferable college credit upon receiving a passing grade and/or a specific score on the advanced placement exam. Additionally, Take a Course on Us" through IVY Tech at Richmond or Connersville enables seniors to take one college course at no cost except the cost of textbooks, other materials, and transportation. These courses are subject to adequate enrollment and approval of the College Board.

    These courses are designed to enhance the educational opportunities for all students and to enable students to meet the graduation requirements for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma. 

 

Franklin County High School Continues MCATZ Mentoring Program

 

    MCATZ (Mentoring Wildcats) is a group of FCHS students whose mission is to help incoming freshmen with academic, social, and athletic adjustments to high school. Several studies show that freshmen who participate in a program of this type have a better success rate in high school academics, extra-curricular activities, and fewer discipline referrals. Once again, Freshmen entering Franklin County High school this fall will have a MCATZ to assist them with the transition from middle school to high school. To prepare for the 2014-15 school year, Franklin County High School MCATZ students attended a leadership academy and received training on mentoring.

     As part of the program, each mentor is assigned 4 to 5 freshmen.  The MCATZ will assist with freshman orientation and meet with their freshmen throughout the school year.  They will discuss many topics with the students such as class scheduling, final exam testing, how to study, extra curricular activities and any concerns the freshmen may have about the school. 

     Each mentor typically makes contact with their freshmen at least 3 times a month and is expected to encourage and mentor each of their freshmen. MCATZ "Kick-Off" day is scheduled for Thursday, July 31st from 9:00 - 1:30 p.m. This program is operated at NO COST to the freshmen, but by donations received from local businesses and parents.  

 
Submitted By
Lisa Robinson, FCCSC

2014-2015

Franklin County High School 

 

Last                  First                 Assignment 

Adams               Gus               Teacher, Social Studies 

Andrews         Cindy                Teacher, Science

Andrews            Fred               Teacher, Business             

Barricklow         Tim                 Teacher, Science             

Bell                  JoEllen              Teacher, Special Ed

Bischoff             Wendy              Teacher, English

Blunt                Nathan              Teacher, Spanish

Bradburn           Gary                Teacher, Credit Recovery

Bryant               Heather            Teacher, English            

Carter-Bogue      Tina                 Teacher, English            

Chaddon            Beth                 Teacher, English

Christen             Nicole              Guidance Counselor

Corbin               Tammy             Teacher, FACS  

Conese              Elizabeth           Teacher, Art

Davidson           Joe                   Teacher, Math

Deaton               Pam                Teacher, Art                  

Gray                  Jerrod             Teacher, Special Ed.       

Finch                Kevin                Teacher, Special Ed.       

Gartenman          Daniel             Teacher, Science 

Gillman             Whitney            Guidance Counselor

Hawkins              Nancy             Media Specialist             

Hensel               Geannie           Teacher, Phys. Ed.         

Henson              Bynum             Teacher, Music              

Hofer                 Adam              Teacher, English           Hoffman         Stephanie           Teacher, Science 

Holland             Brian                Associate Principal        

House                Chad               Teacher, Special Ed.       

Hudepohl           Lacey               Teacher, English            

Johnson             Jon                  Teacher, Music  

Kaiser                Beth                Teacher, FACS

Kennedy            Kirk                  Phys. Ed.                      

Lang                 Kim                  Teacher, Math                

Libecap              Dawn               Teacher, Math                

Long                 Rebecca            Teacher, Spanish            

Ritchie              Camden            Teacher, Music

Robertson          Douglas            Teacher, Social Studies 

Sacksteder          Todd               Athletic Director     Sayne                Brice              Teacher, Phys. Ed.

Schienbein         Tom                 Teacher, Social Studies   

Schneider           Katie               Teacher, Ag Science        

Slaven               Diana              Teacher, Business           

Spurlock            Mary               Teacher, Science             

St. John             Cathi               Teacher, Business           

Stacy                 Brad               Teacher, Social Studies 

Stang                Derek              Teacher, Math

Tincher              Colleen            Teacher, Spanish

Thompson         Jeff                  Teacher, Biology

Volk                 Sharon             Teacher, Math                

Wade                Bill                  Teacher, Math

  

Principal 

Keith Isaacs

 

Submitted By
Lisa Robinson, FCCSC 

"Ladies and Gentlemen, 

Start Your Engines!"

 

    As the excitement and anticipation of the new school year draws close, it's time for all parents, students, teachers, and administrators to "Fire-Up" the engines!  And just like Lap 1 of a race, Day 1 begins our new journey.  Students enter their new classroom, meet their new teacher and see many familiar faces.  The first few laps (days) may be a bit slower with "getting to know you" activities, and just settling in, but as soon as the Green Flag drops, the race is underway! 

     Every school day goes at an incredible pace, just like a race.  Because of this, we must continually concentrate and focus on our goal.  Our goal within each school day is not only to teach the specific grade level standards, but to teach and instill positive character traits such as caring, compassion, empathy, etc. that will help our students become successful, productive members of society. 

    As each day races along, every once in a while, the "caution flag" comes out.  That means we must slow down, pay attention and check the small details that will help us successfully complete our daily race.  If we don't check these details throughout the days/year, bigger issues may arise that make our race more difficult.  

    At the end of each day, when the checkered flag drops, every one of us has completed the race of the day.  Our goal is to have the best finish we possibly can.  Before the next day's green flag drops, take time to enjoy the successes and accomplishments of the day.

 

Help Your Child Become More Organized

     As the new school year is upon us, now is the perfect time for you and your child to start the year off right and get organized.  Being organized can help you manage your time better, avoid clutter, set goals and stay on an organized path to success.  Some of the following tips were found in an article written by Maria Gracia. 

 

    Prepare Your Wardrobe: Choose your clothes the night before and lay them out for the next day.  This tip in itself will make a big difference to the start of your day.

   Don't Rush: Wake up early enough to allow yourself plenty of time.  If you need 30 minutes to get up, shower and dress, then set your alarm clock at least 45 minutes before you leave.  Hectic mornings tend to lead to less productive days. 

   Avoid Clutter: At the beginning of the year, you have no clutter.  Keep separate folders for each class.  Take papers home in a timely manner. 

   Use a Student Planner: Grades 5-8 are given a student planner/handbook at registration.  Use it!  This is the perfect place to keep track of daily homework, tests, sporting events, friends' birthdays, etc.  Keeping track of all of this information in one place will keep you on the right track.

   Have an Effective Study Area: Designate a quiet, well-lit area for studying.  Don't study in front of the television, or in an area of your home where you're bound to be distracted.  You should study while sitting at a table or desk.  Avoid studying in a comfy chair or bed where you are more likely to become drowsy.   

   Break Up Your Study Time: Break up big tasks into smaller jobs.  If you have three chapters to study for a test, start early and study one chapter each night for three nights.  Avoid "cramming" and last minute studying. 

   Get Your Beauty Sleep: Get a good night's rest.  This will ensure that you are alert and ready to learn the following day. 

    These are just a few things you can do to get your year started off on the right foot.  Staying organized is a very important part of school success.

 

Submitted By
Principal Jill Brack

Laurel School

 

Mrs. Jill Brack, Principal

Mrs. Pam Gutzwiller, Guidance Counselor

Mrs. Linda Adams, Athletic Director

 

2014-2015 Teacher List

Mrs. Brandy Murray-PK

Mrs. Joy Bishop-Kindergarten

Mrs. Kathy Stacy-Kindergarten

Mrs. Jean Baker-1st Grade

Mrs. Shirley Fehl-1st Grade

Mrs. Jean Prifogle-1st Grade

Mrs. Renee Hensley-2nd Grade

Mrs. Megan Greeson-2nd Grade

Mrs. Tammy Drudy-3rd Grade

Mrs. Heather McCulloch-3rd Grade

Mrs. Carol Lucas-4th Grade

Mrs. Stacey Nobbe-4th Grade

Mrs. Missy Renforth-4th Grade

Ms. Sally Smith-5th Grade

Mrs. Chelsea Stenger-5th Grade

Mrs. Carol Blake-Jr. High

Mr. Scott Carie-Jr. High

Mrs. Barb Dishman-Jr. High

Mrs. Misty Ferman-Jr. High

Mr. Mike Rathburn-Jr. High

Mrs. Linda Adams-Computer

Miss Brittany Flaspohler-Computer/Intervention

Mr. Dave Willhelm-Ind. Arts

Mrs. Merle Gause-FACS

Mr. Rohit Menezes-Music

Mrs. Mary Sorrells-Art

Mrs. Jenni Biltz-PE

Mrs. Theresa Calihan-Intervention

Mr. Rod Fuller-Challenge

Mrs. Tammy McIntyre-LD

Mrs. Christy Sheehan-LD

Mrs. Laura Frondorf-Media Specialist

 

Submitted By
Principal Jill Brack
Laurel Ice Cream Social & Open House

Thursday, August 7

Ice Cream Social 5:45pm - 6:30pm

Open House 6:00pm - 7:00pm


Submitted by
Principal Jill Brack 

Join the Laurel PTO

    

    The Laurel Elementary School PTO meets on the second Thursday of the month with rotating a 3:15pm or 6:00 pm meeting time, so that teachers can attend. The PTO supports the school and the community with a variety of activities: trick or treat, breakfast with Santa, chili cook off/yard sale and a carnival. Another popular event is the 8th grade dinner that we host for students and their parents/guardians. Every Friday, the kids can buy popcorn for 50 cents a bag. We also furnish refreshments for the school's Art Show/Christmas program.

    The PTO is always are open to new fundraisers and ideas to make our school a better place for our children. We welcome anyone to become involved with our PTO.

 

Submitted by

PTO president Nicole Grant, (765) 265-2613 

nicholegrant14@yahoo.com

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH/OPEN HOUSE

 

    APPLES will host a Back to School Bash/Open House night at Mt. Carmel School on Monday, August 4, 2013 from 5:30-7:30PM.  There will be FOOD, FUN and GAMES for everyone to enjoy.  Spirit Wear will also be available to order.  Hope to see everyone there!

           

CHANGES AROUND MCS

    There are a lot of new and exciting changes around Mt. Carmel School.  There are 3 new teachers who will be joining the Mt. Carmel Staff this fall; Mrs. Hannah Kolb (Kindergarten), Mrs. Keri McGuire (Music), and Ms. Kristina Ross (3rd Grade).

    Ms. Heather Flaspohler will move from 2nd to 5th grade and Mrs. Jenny Meier will move from 3rd to 4th.

Mrs. Emily Blades joined the Mt. Carmel Staff as the new Administrative Assistant/Treasurer midway through this past school year.  

 

2013-2014 MT. CARMEL STAFF

Elementary Teachers 

Kindergarten        

         Hannah Kolb

         Krista Palfi

1st Grade    

         Linda Ball

         Beth Newman

2nd Grade   

           Paula Grubb

         Wendy Ritzi

3rd Grade   

         Kristina Ross

         Chelsea Siedling

         Wendy Reed

4th Grade   

         Jenny Meier

         Becky Meyer

5th Grade   

         Heather Flaspohler

         Camille Rosenberger

Middle School Teachers

Math              Kelley Middendorf

Science          Beth Brown

Social Studies  Rusty Creek

English            Beth Lake 

Specials Teachers 

Librarian        Laura Frondorff

Physical Ed.    Doug Lakes

                    Jenny Biltz

Music/Chorus/Band     Kari Bartal

                               Keri McGuire

FACS              Merle Gause - 2nd Semester

Industrial Arts  Dave Wilhelm - 1st Semester

Art                 Justin Sprague - 1st Semester

Computers      Jenny Duritsch

                     Angie Melugin

Challenge        Toni Miles

Reading Intervention Missy Pepper

Special Education      Julie Hofer

                             Amanda Sells

Office Staff

Principal                    Jim Dallio

Admin Asst/Treasurer  Emily Blades

Admin Asst/Cafeteria   Sharon Wendel

Nurse                        Lori Kolb

Counselor                   Shawna Fackey

Athletic Director          Kristen Dudley

Cafeteria

Cafeteria Manager       Tara Bowling 

Custodial Staff

                                Donnie Rubush

                                Joan Volk

                                Lynn Olive

  
Submitted By
Principal Jim Dallio

APPLES at Mt. Carmel School

 

    APPLES stands for A Positive Parent Learning Experience.  It is an organization open to parents, guardians, grandparents, staff and all other persons interested in programs that benefit Mt. Carmel School students.

    Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month.  It gives everyone an opportunity to learn about school activities, upcoming plans and establish or promote new ideas.

     APPLES is organized by the President, Jennifer Pennington; Vice President, Traci Jansen; Treasurer, Tammy Adams and the Secretary, Jodi Laymon.  They also have many other parents who help plan, organize and chair events throughout the school year. 

    Here are some of the events organized by APPLES: Back To School Bash, Classroom Party Coordinators, Craft Show and Breakfast with Santa, Harlem Wizards, Santa Shop, Valentine's Day, COSI, School Carnival, Teacher Appreciation Luncheon, Spring Toy and Clothing Sale, Quarter Auctions and School Supply Kits.

     APPLES has also sponsored many types of fundraising events over the years. The donations have provided the school with the "little extras": document presenters for each classroom, a new computer lab in the middle school wing, an electric piano for the music class/music productions, Kindle Readers for the Reading Lab, headsets for computer labs, cheerleading uniforms and basketball uniforms, marque sign in the front of the building, gym sound system and stage curtain, cafeteria microwave, upright freezer, Christmas tree, and awning, playground equipment and landscaping, locked cages for the playground equipment, teacher classroom signs and archery backstop net.

     For the 2014-2015 school year, APPLES has approved $14,000 in projected expenses to support teachers and students with field days, equipment and special presentations in art, music and science.

     As you can see, the APPLES are very busy planning events to help raise funds for our building.  The only way they can do this is by the support of the teachers, staff, parents and school community.

     If you have any questions or would like to be part of what APPLES is doing for Mt. Carmel School, please contact Jennifer Pennington at jenp1166@aol.com.

 

Submitted By
Principal Jim Dallio 
(Edited by The Observer)
FCCSC 2014-2015 School Calendar 

 

August

 4-5 Teacher Orientation 

    6 First Student Day 

 

September

  1 - Labor Day, No School

 

October

 9     Conferences 4-8 p.m. 

10     Conferences 8 am-3pm No Students 

20-24 Fall Break/No Schoo


November

 26    Professional Dev./ No Students 

27-28 Thanksgiving Holiday/ No School 


December

 22-31 Christmas Break/ No School 


January 2015

1-2 Christmas Break/ No School 

5     School Resumes 

19   M.L. King Jr. Day/ Snow Make-Up Day 


February

 16 President's Day/ Snow Make-Up Day 


March

 2-11 ISTEP+ Applied Skills 

16-18 IREAD 

23-27 Spring Break/ No School 


April

 3      Good Friday/ Snow Make-Up Day 

27-30 ISTEP+ Multiple Choice 


May

 1-15 ISTEP+ Multiple Choice 

22     Last Student Day 

25     Memorial Day/ No School 

 

In the event snow make-up days are exceeded, days will be added to the calendar beginning May 26. 

 

June 7, 2015 Graduation 


From the FCCSC Website
Around The County

 

3rd Annual Ladies Football Camp -
August 2
 
   "Ladies of ALL ages". Learn a few things about football, sports nutrition, meet our new coaches and have lunch, while supporting the Franklin County Football Program all in one day. Learn and participate in: drills, footwork, blocking & much more. August 2, 9:00am - 1:00pm at Franklin County High School. Cost of $30.00 includes lunch and
t-shirt. Call or text to reserve your spot or mail your registration and check by July 26 to be guaranteed a T-shirt. 1157 East Road Brookville, IN 47012. $30 check payable to:  FC 12th Man Club. Phone or text reservations to Tammey Robben 812-212-1702.

Submitted by
Mindy Orschell
 
National Night Out - August 5 
    National Night Out is coming to Metamora! National Night Out will be celebrated at the Bible Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 5, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm with our local law enforcement officers grilling for this free cookout and event. We would like to have a great turnout of families and community organizations to show our support for the promotion of positive interaction with law enforcement.
 
Submitted by
Melinda K. Brown, BA, CPP, Executive Director Stay'in Alive 

  

Summer Pops Series - August 7

Cincinnati Metro Orchestra Aug 2014  

    To help celebrate the past 25 years, as well as usher in the next exciting 25 years, the Franklin County Arts Council will be hosting the Cincinnati Metropolitan Orchestra's "Summer Pops Series" on Thursday, August 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Lew Wallace Auditorium of FCHS.  Thanks to the generosity of the Brookville Foundation, this memorable event promises to entertain audiences of all backgrounds and musical tastes, with a repertoire that includes a Salute to the Armed Forces, a tribute to Elvis, a tribute to the Beatles, Lord of the Dance, movie soundtrack songs, and Broadway show tunes, performed by 60 musicians with vocalists.  All past Board of Directors of the FCAC have been located and invited as special guests to help the current Board celebrate. Tickets for this exciting evening are $5 and may be obtained from Nancy Pflum at FCN Bank, from any FCAC Board Member, or at the door.

  

Submitted by
Patti Wilhelm
 

American Legion Post 77 Golf Outing - August 9

    Brook Hill Golf Club, 11175 Fairway Lane, Brookville, IN 47012. Registration: 7:30am. Shotgun start 8:00am.

Members: $35 Non Members: $50. Cash prizes. Chance at a 2-year lease on a Ford Focus from Jim True Ford. Chicken served afterwards at American Legion Post 77, 1290 Fairfield Ave, Brookville, IN 47012. Sign up sheets at Brook Hill, American Legion, VFW, Eagles, and Nixies or call Brook Hill at 765-647-4522 to register.

 

Submitted by

Chris Krineski

 

BMV Day at the State Fair - August 13

    The Indiana State Fair is one of Indiana's most treasured traditions. It's our tradition to offer Hoosiers half-price admission on myBMV.com Discount Day! On Wednesday, August 13, you, your family and your friends can be admitted for $5 each. Print the myBMV.com Discount Day coupon and bring it with you to the fair. Everyone can take advantage of this special offer. We look forward to seeing you this year at the Indiana State Fair!

 

Submitted by

Don Snemis, Commissioner Indiana BMV

  

Franklin County Chamber Golf Outing
August 14
 
    Register your team today! August 14 Chamber Golf Outing. 11:30 Registration. 12:30 Shotgun Start. Hole-in-One prize is a chance to win a two year lease on a car. Awards given to the first four place teams. Door prizes will be given to each person who competes in the tournament. Entry fee includes: Golf, cart, dinner, drink tickets, prizes, contests, and door prizes. Brook Hill Golf Club Member: $45. Non Member: $60. Deadline to register at Brook Hill Golf Club is August 7.

Women's Day of Health - August 18

    Women's Day of Health will be held at the Laurel Library on Monday, August 18th from 9 am to 1 pm.  Keynote speaker at 12 noon.  Come be pampered with a free massage, hand waxing, and all sorts of surprises!  Door prizes and a free lunch will be provided.  Forty free mammograms will be given. 

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