Congratulations to the Salem High School Homecoming Court!
- Heart Throb and First Runner up King Rafe Wells
- 1st Runner Up Queen Peyton Maynard
- King Hunter Trainor
- Sweet Heart and Queen Morgan Humphrey
Photos by Editor Nathaniel Smith
- Anderson: Sara Wood, Anderson D26 Career Center
- Bloomington: Noah Kearns, Mitchell High School
- Columbus: William Sheley, North Central CTE
- Evansville: Joseph (Joe) Keller, Forest Park
- Fort Wayne: Kristine Reuille, East Allen Career Center
- Hamilton County: Jill Cali, Sheridan High School
- Indianapolis: Denise Louthain, Roncalli High School
- Kokomo: Jacob Turner, Western High School
- Lafayette: Hayden Hicks, William Henry Harrison High School
- Lake County: Kristin Campbell, Crown Point High School
- Lawrenceburg: Robyn Worley, South Dearborn High School
- Madison: Mary Schmaltz, Southeastern Career Center
- Marion: Jennifer Brown, Grant Regional Career Center
- Muncie: Ronnie Perrin, New Castle Career Center
- Richmond: Brett Romine, Winchester Community High School
- Sellersburg: Martin Wright, New Albany High School
- South Bend-Elkhart: Danielle Black, Penn High School
- Terre Haute: Amanda Line, South Putnam High School
- Valparaiso: Catherine Lindgren, AK Smith
Congratulations to the following students for being nominated to the 2024-2025 Football Homecoming Court!
Pictured from left to right are:
Aubrey Mollet, Liam Moore, Bailey Smith, Brayden Sosnicki, Abby Fowler, Brody Temple, Bracie Jackson, Garret Drury, Riley Brown, Gunner Drury, Allie Arvin, and Kaleb Bongibault.
Homecoming will take place on Friday, September 20th at 1100 N Eastern School Rd, New Pekin.
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is seeking applicants for its Engineering Scholarship Program, available for undergraduate and graduate students. Recipients receive financial assistance, as well as opportunities for paid employment during summer breaks and upon graduation.
Students must be accepted or enrolled full-time in one of Indiana’s accredited Civil Engineering schools. The program must also be certified by Indiana’s Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Eligible universities with ABET-certified Civil Engineering programs include Purdue University, Purdue University Fort Wayne, Purdue University Northwest, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Trine University, University of Evansville, University of Notre Dame, University of Southern Indiana, Indiana State University and Valparaiso University.
INDOT’s scholarship program offers $3,125 per semester or $2,083 per trimester for up to five years of post-secondary Civil Engineering education. Scholarship funds may be applied to educational expenses, fees, and books. In return, recipients have the opportunity to work at INDOT in full-time, paid positions during summer breaks and upon graduation.
Learn more about the INDOT Engineering Scholarship Program and the application process at indotscholarship.in.gov. Applications for the 2025-2026 school year must be emailed or postmarked by Sunday, December 31, 2024.
West Washington Schools have demonstrated remarkable academic success across all levels from elementary through high school.
West Washington Elementary:
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Highest Total Pass Rates on ILearn in 8 surrounding counties
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Highest 5th Grade Math Pass Rate in the State of Indiana
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3rd Highest 6th Grade Language Arts Pass Rate in the State of Indiana
In 2024, West Washington Elementary School (WWES) once again surpassed state standards, placing in the top ten in multiple grades and subjects. This achievement, which ranks them among the top-performing schools in Indiana, is attributed to the staff's dedication to aligning curriculum with state standards and addressing students' needs. Congratulations to WWES for achieving the highest 5th Grade Math pass rate in the state.
When asked about the secret to success, WWES Principal Tom Rosenbaum gave the credit to his teaching and support staff. "We have an excellent staff of hardworking, dedicated educators. They are top notch and they are focused on preparing our students for academic success!"
West Washington Jr/Sr High School:
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2nd Highest Total Pass Rate on 7th & 8th Grade ILearn in the area
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Highest 7th Grade ELA & Math ILearn Pass Rate in the area
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Top SAT Proficiency Rate for Both EBRW & Math Among Area Schools
At the junior high level, West Washington Jr. High saw significant gains in ILEARN performance, driven by a focus on collective instructional practices and student engagement. The school's emphasis on goal setting and student accountability has fostered a culture of continuous improvement, leading to notable growth in academic proficiency.
West Washington High School (WWHS) also recorded substantial increases in SAT scores, outperforming other schools in the area. This success is linked to staff professional development and a district-wide emphasis on vocabulary and critical skills. Additionally, the WWHS Early College program, which offers 69 college credits, has contributed to higher SAT scores through rigorous AP and Dual Credit courses. Congratulations to WWHS for attaining the top SAT proficiency rate in both Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and Math among local schools.
"I am very proud of our staff's commitment to implementing new instructional strategies. It's great to see that these strategies are contributing to improved classroom academic outcomes in addition to the improvement in ILEARN scores," shared WW Jr/Sr HS Principal, Dr. Angela Girgis.
These accomplishments reflect the unwavering commitment of West Washington Schools to academic excellence and continuous improvement.
Sugar Creek Church 5K Is This Saturday
16 Sep 2024
Salem Lions Football Loses 54-12 Against Brownstown
16 Sep 2024
Eastern High School 2024-25 Football Homecoming Court
13 Sep 2024
"Fall Brawl" And CAST Fundraiser At Salem Speedway This Saturday
12 Sep 2024
Taylor Ferns Wins James/O'Connor Memorial Race
11 Sep 2024
Salem Lions Football Loses 54-7 Against Scottsburg
10 Sep 2024
Joe James/Pat O'Connor Race This Saturday
04 Sep 2024
Salem High School Homecoming Will Be September 13th
04 Sep 2024
Southern Indiana Junior Rodeo Association To Host 5th Junior Rodeo September 14th
03 Sep 2024
Salem Lions Football Loses 41-8 Against Silver Creek
03 Sep 2024
Colts To Visit Salem October 18
29 Aug 2024
29
Aug
Salem High School Student Maggie Gibson Continues Soccer Career At Baldwin Wallace University
29 Aug 2024
IHSAA Baseball Sectional Assignments
28 Aug 2024
IHSAA Softball Sectional Assignments
28 Aug 2024
Special Olympians Cut Ribbon At First Game On SHS Turf Football Field
28 Aug 2024
Salem Lions Football Wins 22-12 Against North Harrison
26 Aug 2024
Rain Delays Didn't Stop The Action At Salem Speedway Aug. 17
20 Aug 2024
Lincks To Give Out T-Shirts This Football Season
19 Aug 2024
Salem High School Turf Field Dedicated To Jim Ralston
19 Aug 2024
Salem Speedway Releases Joe James/Pat O’Connor Memorial Event Logo
14 Aug 2024
Speedway's Events Saturday Include A Classic Car Cruise-In
09 Aug 2024
Public Comments And Public Hearings On Proposed Rule Changes
01 Aug 2024
Sawalich Wins Mid-Summer Classic 200
30 Jul 2024
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