Category Education

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Speech Team places 4th at Sectionals

The Logansport High School Speech Team earned 4th place at the Sectional Tournament held at Westfield on Saturday, February 27. Individual honors went to the following team members: Discussion Semi-finalists: Jon Raderstorf, Kenna Achey, Brayden Riley and Matthew Calisto Impromptu:…

February 28, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Cass County Community Foundation announces 2016 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists

Cass County Community Foundation President Deanna Crispen is pleased to announce Cass County’s 2016 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program finalists: Delia Z. Alvarez, of Logansport High School Wesley R. Bennett, of Logansport High School Brody K. Conner, of The Indiana…

February 21, 2016

Community, Education, Events

Ivy Tech sets Latino Parent Night in Logansport Feb. 23, 2016

Spanish-speaking families are invited to a special Latino Parent Night Tuesday, Feb. 23, to help parents of area high school seniors get ready for life after graduation. The session is planned for 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community…

February 20, 2016

Community, Education

Nursing students assist with lead testing for elementary children

KOKOMO, Ind. — Nursing students at Indiana University Kokomo immersed themselves into the local community by assisting with screening more than 300 elementary children for lead after slightly elevated levels of the element were detected in the school’s water. About 25…

February 20, 2016

Community, Education, Events

Harlem Wizards coming to Lewis Cass February 22, 2016

The Harlem Wizards are coming to Lewis Cass High School Monday February 22nd at 6:30 p.m. The evening promises to be a fun filled event that is great for kids and adults and will guarantee to put a smile on…

February 20, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Speech team places 6th

The Logansport High School Speech Team hosted 25 schools and 400 student competitors, coaches and volunteers on Saturday, February 13 at their annual Speaking of Love Speech Tournament. The team placed 6th and individual honors went to students in the…

February 19, 2016

Community, Education

Logansport High School accepting 2016 Hall of Distinction nominations

Logansport High School is currently taking nominations for the annual Hall of Distinction. This honor is reserved for LHS graduates who have distinguished themselves through outstanding accomplishment on a local, state, or national level of prominence. Graduates are not eligible…

February 14, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo honors December 2015 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. – One hundred eighty-four Indiana University Kokomo students earned degrees in December 2015. The graduates represent 20 Indiana counties and four states. Graduates are listed by hometown. Those earning degrees include: Amboy Matthew Shawn Spencer, Bachelor of Science…

February 14, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

New Logansport school board member appointed

The leader of the Logansport-Cass County Chamber of Commerce and CLEDO was selected to fill the remaining term on the Logansport School Board. Jeff Smith resigned earlier this month. Five candidates applied to fill the vacancy and were interviewed by…

February 10, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport students selected for 2016 Indiana All State Honor Choirs

Twenty-eight Logansport area students recently participated in the 2016 Indiana All State Honor Choirs. The students spent two days rehearsing and performing at the Indiana Music Education Association’s annual conference in Fort Wayne’s Embassy Theater. Membership in these choirs is…

February 8, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Speech Team places 2nd at Rossville

The Logansport High School Speech Team placed 2nd out of 16 schools at the Rossville Invitational on February 6, 2016. Individual awards went to: Radio: TJ Caroway, 3rd Discussion: Brayden Riley, 2nd; Jon Raderstorf, 3rd; Matthew Calisto 5th; Humorous: Alex…

February 7, 2016

Community, Education, Events

Ivy Tech sets additional Parent Night in Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — After a standing-room-only response in January, Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus is scheduling an additional Parent Night to help parents of area high school seniors get ready for life after graduation. The session is planned for…

February 7, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Caston seeking Distinguished Alumni nominations

During the month of February 2016 Caston School Corporation is seeking nominations for this year’s group of Caston Distinguished Alumni. Do you know of a Caston Alumni who has made a significant contribution to society, achieved high levels of success,…

February 1, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport Band students honored

Logansport Bands is proud of the following students that have been chosen to regional, collegiate, Music Educators, and Allstate bands this year. Indiana Bandmasters All-Region Honor Band grades 7-9: Derek Bergstedt, Caroline Boyd, Hector Elias, Luke Fincher, Mayle Goad, Jordan…

February 1, 2016

Community, Education, Police/Fire

Watch for School Buses with Stop Arms Extended

Peru – Recently, officers working from the Indiana State Police Peru Post have fielded complaints of motorists disregarding school bus stop arms when bus drivers were picking up or dropping off children. During the early morning and late afternoon hours…

January 31, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Franklin Elementary School 2015-2016 2nd 9 Weeks Honor Roll

Congratulations to the Franklin Elementary School students who made the honor roll for the 2nd 9 weeks of the 2015-2016 school year! All Star Award KDG – Lucy Angle, Nakara Bingle, Levi Briggs, Katlyn Clark, Alejandro Cortes, Greyson Cottrell, Kendall…

January 27, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Landis Elementary School 2015-2016 2nd 9 Weeks Honor Roll

Congratulations to the students who made the Honor Roll for the 2nd 9 weeks of the 2015-2016 school year at Landis Elementary School! Kindergarten All Stars Daniela Abarca, Miguel Calderon, Kendyl Collins, Eva Cook, Moses Davila, Gracin Garrett, Damian Gibbs,…

January 27, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Fairview Elementary School 1st Semester 2015-2016 Honor Roll

Congratulations to the following students who made the 2015-2016 1st Semester Honor Roll at Fairview Elementary School! SEMESTER 1 Grading Period 1 All Star Students Kindergarten -MATH: Shayla Anglin, Carter Bean, Geavonie Clemente, Abigail Ebenhart, Addison Fultz, Jeramiah Gittings, Sarai…

January 25, 2016

Community, Education, Government

Hoosiers can donate to public education on tax forms

State Rep. Tim Harman (R-Bremen) announced that Hoosiers can now make a donation to Indiana’s public schools when filing this year’s taxes. “Hoosiers can conveniently donate to any public K-12 school in Indiana by filling out the Schedule 5 credit/donation…

January 25, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Galveston Elementary 2nd Quarter & First Semester 2015-2016 Honor Rolls

Congratulations to the following Galveston Elementary School students who made the honor roll for the 2nd quarter of the 2015-2016 school year. Second Quarter “A” HONOR ROLL 4th Grade Faith Abbott, Maria Browning, Jonathan Gorham, Jordin Hankee, Kerri…

January 24, 2016