MSD of Steuben County

Spring Ahead!!!

Ryan Park students celebrated Dr Suess's birthday by making Green Eggs and Ham!

Hendry Park 1st graders had a fantastic time learning not only about dental health, but careers in dentistry from Dr. Dellinger. And he brought prizes! Thank you, Dr. Dellinger!

Thank you to the Steuben County Health Department for assisting our families in acquiring the needed paperwork for Kindergarten by extending your hours on March 11th, 2025!

The parking lot at the high school may look a little emptier tomorrow while the seniors are out job shadowing and doing college visits. The high school plans this day so that the halls are a little quieter for SAT testing that will be happening for the Junior class. Activities are planned in the non-classroom parts of the school to keep the freshman and sophomore busy during the testing window. Good Luck to all our students taking the SAT.

MSDSC is proud to partner with many organizations in our community. Check out some of these organizations and see what they offer on our website https://www.msdsteuben.k12.in.us/page/community-partnerships Our highlight organization this month is The Steuben County Literacy Coalition. This summer they will be offering drama camp, STEM camp, K camps, and a new art camp. All programs are free and are open to any student entering grades 1-8 in the fall, or entering K in the fall (K Camp).

Kindergarten Registraion is NOW open. Click link to Pre-register today https://bit.ly/msdscreg, Kindergarten Round-up will be March 12, 8 am to 7 pm at the AHS Gym. A child must be 5 years of age before August 1, 2025. Early entrance can be approved for children who are 5 by October 1, 2025, and pass the kindergarten screening. There is a multi-step process to register your kindergarten or Pre-K child. Parents will complete the required paper forms and have access to a Chromebook to complete the online registration forms. Completing your paper and online forms on March 12 can take up to an hour. Please plan accordingly. You will need to bring your child’s: 1. Legal birth certificate 2. Immunization record 3. Proof of residence in the MSD of Steuben County (utility bill or lease) ➢ or complete an out-of-district transfer form If your child’s immunizations are not complete, please contact your doctor or the County Health Department to get your shots scheduled. Kindergarten readiness testing will take place between May 23 and June 6. You will be contacted to schedule a time for your child to visit the school, see the building, and complete the testing.

Angola High School students will be heading to the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble competition in Indianapolis today! Earlier this month, our musicians participated in regionals, and those who earned a gold rating on their performances have qualified for state. We wish all the band students the best of luck as they compete!

The Amazing Reading Race Family Night is Coming Up! Join us for a thrilling literacy adventure at your child's MSDSC elementary school! March 20th, 5:00-6:15 PM: ~ Free Snacks ~ Prizes! ~ FREE Books! Sign up by March 7th to secure your spot with this link: tinyurl.com/ReadRace

The Education Pathway is a unique program that gives our students hands-on experience in the classroom right from the start! 📚 Students begin with theoretical lessons and then get the chance to apply their skills as cadet teachers at our local elementary schools. In the classroom, they take on responsibilities like grading papers, teaching lessons, and providing one-on-one instruction. Mr. Baut shared how much he enjoys having the cadets in the classroom and emphasized how appreciated they are by the teachers they assist. Mrs. Clary also mentioned how wonderful it is to see the students respect the cadet's leadership and how the cadet embodies their passion for teaching. A huge thank you to Mrs. Margaret Barge and Ms. Austin Van for their guidance and enthusiasm in leading our cadets toward a bright future in education!

⭐️Early Learning Center enrollment for the 25/26 school year has officially opened! Now enrolling 24 months- 6 years. Please attend one of our open houses to learn all about our program and facility! To Register- Follow the link to secure your space!⭐️ https://www.transparentclassroom.com/s/4512/online_applications/new?locale=en View our Facebook page for FAQ and Open House information. Email jhubbard@msdsc.us for inquiries

Parents, luck happens when preparation meets opportunity. Our district is offering FREE coaching sessions to help strengthen your relationships. Take advantage of this resource created by therapists to support you and your loved ones. Click here to register: https://cookcenter.info/coaching

Our schools are fortunate to have amazing opportunities within our community! Here’s a flashback to earlier this school year when our HP 5th graders visited Trine University. During the trip, they had the chance to chat with staff, explore a dorm room, play in the gym, and take part in a fun STEM activity. They even enjoyed a meal in the college cafeteria and, of course, got to meet Storm! #smallcommunitybigopportunities

Tracy Creager leads our budding computer programmers in the computer science pathway, where students dive into key areas like principles of computing, software development, and website & database development. These courses are laying a strong foundation for high-demand careers in tech! We’re also excited that students have the opportunity to take the AP Computer Science exam, where they can earn college credit. A special highlight from last year: Three of Ms. Creager’s students scored a 5 (the highest possible score) on the AP exam — an incredible achievement! 🎉 Ms. Creager is proud of the dedication and hard work her students consistently put into the class. We can’t wait to see what they accomplish next!

We're so proud of MSD of Steuben County for taking the Indiana Math Challenge crown! 🏆 But the math fun doesn't stop there! Our elementary schools are now facing off in a friendly district-wide competition! Want to help your school win? Join the challenge on First in Math! Here's how: 1. Go to firstinmath.com 2. Click login 3. Username: First 5 letters of your school (carli, hendr, pleas, ryanp) 4. Password: lovemath 5. Choose an activity & start solving! Happy solving!

⭐️Early Learning Center enrollment for the 25/26 school year has officially opened! Now enrolling 24 months- 6 years. Follow the link to secure your space!⭐️ https://www.transparentclassroom.com/s/4512/online_applications/new?locale=en View our Facebook page for FAQ and Open House information. Email jhubbard@msdsc.us for inquiries

Join us for an exciting family night where you and your student will learn about the components of reading and ways to practice at home! This is open to all K-5 students and their families. Date: 3/20/25 Time: 5:00- 6:15 Sign-Up: tinyurl.com/ReadRace RSVP by: March 7, 2025

Angola High School and Middle School students will be heading to the ISSMA State Solo and Ensemble competition in Indianapolis this weekend! Earlier this month, the choir participated in regionals, and those who earned a gold rating on their performances have qualified for state. This year, the Advanced Choir ensemble earned a spot, along with five high school soloists and two middle school soloists. We wish all the choir students the best of luck as they compete this Saturday!

Support the AHS junior class! Everyone is welcome!!!

What does it take to support student success? At MSD of Steuben County, we believe it takes a community! We're so proud to have launched after-school tutoring for nearly 200 students with the help of almost 40 dedicated staff members. These extra literacy sessions are designed to help students shine on the March IREAD assessment. A huge thank you to our instructional staff for putting in the extra time, and an additional thank you to our transportation team for adding additional routes to ensure all students could have access to this opportunity! What other programs or initiatives would you like to see to support our students? Let us know your ideas in the comments! #SmallCommunityBigOpportunities