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WEST WASHINGTON SCHOOL CORPORATION
CAMPBELLSBURG, IN 47108
February 19, 2024
The Board of School Trustees of West Washington School Corporation met in REGULAR SESSION at 7:00 P.M. in room 175 of the West Washington High School on Monday, February 19, 2024.
President Sama opened the meeting.
Adam Brown moved to approve the bank reconciliation/fund report. The motion was seconded by Claude Combs, passing 7-0.
Adam Brown moved to approve the claims/transfers as presented. The motion was seconded by Claude Combs, passing 7-0.
Tim Barksdale moved to accept the minutes from 1-22-24. Stephanie Keltner seconded the motion, passing 7-0.
Junior high special education teacher, Jessica Nance, presented on Camp Invention. It is a week-long STEM summer camp for students going into grades K-6. It is a non-profit organization that provides curriculum and materials for students to build creative inventions. WWSC has been selected as a host site. This will give our community’s students an opportunity that they would normally have to spend a lot more money on and travel to attend. Camp Invention will be held the week of June 3rd.
There were no patrons signed up to speak.
Claude Combs moved to approve the Personnel Report as presented. The motion was seconded by Tim Barksdale, passing 7-0.
In old business, the board voted to table the approval of usage of Rainy Day funds for safety upgrades. Stephanie Keltner made a motion to table the item with Carri Cambron seconding, passing 7-0.
In new business, Superintendent Nance recommended the Finance committee schedule a meeting on April 19th, 2024.
Adam Brown moved to approve the following field trips:
2/27/24:Mr. Harkness & NHS to Main Event Louisville
3/8/24:Mr. Wolfe & Golf to Top Golf, Louisville
3/10/24-3/12/24:Mr. Wolfe & BPA to Indianapolis (overnight)
3/12/24:Mr. Eisele & Health Services to Vincennes Univ.
3/18/24:Stacey Nance & 9th-12th graders for the Chamber’s Women in Business lunch
3/19/24:Stacey Nance & 10th & 11th graders to Salem Airport
4/3/24:Mr. Eisele & Health Services to Mitchell H.S.
4/10/24-4/12/24:Mr. Eisele & HOSA to Indianapolis
4/26/24: Mrs. Chastain & Art Club to IU and Brown County
5/8/24:1st grade to the Louisville Zoo
5/14/24:Mr. Wolfe & Golf to Valhalla Golf Course, Louisville
5/14/24 & 5/15/24:1st grade to Salem Public Library
Tim Barksdale seconded the motion, passing 7-0.
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
- Hires-
- Shane Caudill-2nd shift custodian, beginning 2/12/24
- Schedule B hires:
- Dr. Girgis recommend--H.S. mentors-Brian Wolfe mentor Bethany Hepp (1/2 year), Chad Johnson mentor Dennis McIntyre (1/2 year)
- Darrin Russell recommend--Spring strength coach-Mark Gibson
- Darrin Russell recommend--Summer coaches-Football HC: Jeremy Lowery, Boys basketball HC: Jamie Cummings, Girls basketball HC: Kristen Messmore, Livestream Manager #1: Craig Akers, Livestream Manager #2: Brad Mills
- Resignations-
- Elexas Mosier-second shift custodian, effective 2/12/24
- Bailey Roll-nurse’s assistant, effective 2/23/24
- Approve FML for Tia Batchelor
This educational program is designed to equip workers with the tools and skills needed to work from home as a remote worker, freelancer, or entrepreneur. Specific objectives and outcomes for each module of the course are identified at the beginning of each set of modules.
The program consists of nine core modules, delivered in a self-paced, online format, and four interactive workshops. The time committment is 30 hours over four weeks.
By: Purdue Extension--Washington County
The Washington County Community Foundation will be accepting applications for the Jinny Scifres Scholarship. The scholarship is for any individual planning to attend a post-secondary accredited institution in the 2024-2025 school year and plans to pursue studies in the medical field. The number and dollar amount of scholarships will be determined by the committee. Preference may be given to non-traditional nursing students who may be returning to school after starting a family or career, as did Jinny.
After starting a family, Jinny made the tough decision to return to school and study nursing. After graduation, she began her nursing career at Washington County Memorial Hospital as an emergency room nurse. Jinny’s love of nursing eventually led her to several promotions and back to school once again. She eventually became the Director of Patient Care Services.
Jinny died in the fall of 2000, after bravely battling bone cancer. Her family and many friends established this scholarship fund in her memory to assist others who, like Jinny, return to school to study nursing after starting a family or career.
For questions or an application, please contact Judy or Lindsey at 812-883-7334 or
Donors to the Washington County Community Foundation serve as a beacon of hope, creating a legacy of care and compassion that shines for generations to come.
The Washington County Community Foundation is now offering scholarships to non-traditional students through its Education Matters initiative.
The following criteria have been established for this first round of scholarships:
Annual awards will not exceed $3,000 the first twelve months and $5,000 per person in any subsequent twelve-month period.
Scholarship applicants must be a minimum of 28 years old as of the date of application.
Only individuals who can demonstrate continuing legal residence in Washington County for at least the past five years are eligible. Documentation such as tax forms, housing receipts, or utility bills will be used to verify residency and/or household income.
Scholarship awards may be used for tuition, course-related fees, or books only. Checks will only be written to an educational institution or certified training provider.
The application deadline is 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 4. No exceptions.
Adult scholarship awards may not be used to pay for college debt.
Subsequent awards will only be considered for students maintaining at least a 2.5 GPA.
Call the Washington County Community Foundation office at 883-7334 or email
Donors to the Washington County Community Foundation serve as a beacon of hope, creating a legacy of care and compassion that shines for generations to come.
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