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Our elementary students are enjoying the many celebratory events this week. It is great to see them learning and having so much fun all at the same time!
During the board meeting on Tuesday evening, Rudy and Lucy Chapman were both honored during the Middlebury Moment. Here is why these two outstanding students were recognized:
Rudy is the perfect example of what we want our Middlebury Community School students to strive to be. Rudy is determined, considerate, funny, and an overall caring person. Rudy has courageously battled cancer for many years, and even on the days when Rudy does not feel 100%, you would never know it. He comes to school prepared to learn, always has a smile on his face, a warm greeting for the staff and his classmates, and he is truly a model student. He was nominated by numerous employees in MCS- teachers, admin, and a school counselor. Rudy is in 6th grade now at NMS and his principal from last year at Heritage, Dave Gaskill said “Rudy has many friends, which shows that people enjoy being around him due to his kind spirit and positive attitude. We know Rudy will continue to do amazing things and we are all blessed to be able to watch him shine.” Rudy- we are so proud of you!
Our second person being recognized is Rudy's sister, Lucy.
Lucy was nominated by MCS admin and her school counselor.
Lucy is Rudy’s younger sister, and she is in 2nd grade at Orchard View. Since she was very little, Lucy has had a front row seat for Rudy's health challenges and the stress that the family has endured. We know there have been seasons where fear and uncertainty were completely understandable for anyone facing these challenges, but even more so for a young child. And yet Lucy remains positive. She is always smiling, willing to help others, and always has a positive attitude. Orchard View counselor Lara Palmer said, “we can assume the toll all of this has taken on Lucy, but she has shown a strength that most adults would be unable to maintain. Maybe at times this hasn’t been explicitly recognized, and we want Lucy to know that we see her too. We see how much she loves her brother and her parents. We see the type of amazing person she is, and we are so very proud of her!” Lucy- you are incredible!
Finally, we would like to thank Rudy and Lucy’s parents- Laura and Tony Chapman.
The way your children approach adversity, the strength they demonstrate, and the way they treat others around them is a credit to you as their parents. We know you are proud of your children. We should also say that we are proud of you. We appreciate and admire your children’s resilience and kindness, and we want to acknowledge both of you for your role in fostering those qualities.
Your family inspires us all.
At the school board meeting Tuesday evening, Heritage Intermediate School was able to share about flag etiquette. Mr. Hamilton's 5th grade class is in charge of raising and lowering the flag each day. Students in his class have learned about the importance of our flag and the proper way to fold the US flag. Students gave a demonstration and board members were then able to fold a flag. We appreciate the importance of sharing this with all of us. Thank you!
Josh Payne has been selected to serve MCS as a school resource officer. Officer Payne has approximately 14 years of experience in law enforcement. He worked as a corrections officer for the Elkhart County Sheriff‘s Office, before joining the Elkhart Police Department in 2014, earning the title of Detective.
Officer Payne has experience working with juveniles and investigating cyber crimes, and he comes highly recommended.
Officer Payne and his wife Krissy have two daughters who are already part of MCS. Officer Payne’s mother works in our high school cafeteria, and his father is a retired police officer who now works in our middle school cafeteria.
Officer Payne is passionate about serving young people and is extremely excited to serve and protect the students and staff of MCS.
Last evening, the school board had the privilege of learning about the mixed ability PE class at Heritage Intermediate School. This group works on gross motor skills, balance and coordination, spatial awareness, and teamwork. The board was even able to participate in a game with the students. Thank you for sharing about the great things happening!
Our high school theater troupe has been busy performing at our elementary schools this week. Thank you to this great group of talented students!
Heritage Intermediate School students are enjoying being around their friends at lunchtime 😊
Middlebury Community Schools has an opening in the technology department! We are looking for an individual to operate as our SSCM Administrator. This person would be in charge of using Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM) to create software deployments, image devices, patch software, manage inventory, as well as other duties. Please check out the posting and apply if interested!
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Due to pockets of dense fog in parts of our school district, Middlebury Community Schools will be on a 2-hour delay today, Monday, December 16, 2024.
Thank you to all of our support staff who work directly with students to help them reach their educational goals.
The mixed abilities class at Heritage Intermediate School hosted their lunch cafe yesterday. Thank you to the students for a wonderful lunch!
3...2...1... launch! 8th grade students in Ms. Wagner's Flight and Space class experiment with constructing and then fly their very own drones! These students are using their understanding of pitch, yaw, and roll to become successful drone pilots.
Good morning from MES. We hope everyone has a great week!
Congratulations to the Northridge High School Science Olympiad team for their first place finish in Whiting, Indiana today. Go Raiders!
We appreciate our staff and the many community members who helped us run successful mock interview days at Northridge High School!
Middlebury Elementary School students are enjoying cup stacking activities in their PE classes.
A few future educators are taking “principles of teaching” at Northridge High School and helping at Orchard View Elementary . It is wonderful having a program like this where our high school students interact with elementary students and reaffirm their desire to pursue education as a career.
Today, Thursday, December 5 will be a 2-hour delay for Middlebury Community Schools
The colder weather and snow requires a lot more layers in order to get ready for recess. Bundle up!!
