SPIRIT WEEK DRESS UP DAYS
Spirit week will be October 4-8. Each NCP school will be participating in dress-up days. The theme for each dress up days will be
Monday: Fall back Monday- dress in 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, etc. fashion
Tuesday - Pink - dress in pink attire in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wednesday - Class Shirt Day- Homecoming Shirt or class colors
kindergarten- red
first grade- orange
second grade- yellow
third grade- green
fourth grade- black
fifth grade- purple
sixth grade - yellow
seventh grade - orange
eighth grade - purple
high school- Homecoming Shirts or class color
Thursday - Generations Day
TRES and RES students and senior class members - dress up as an "old" person
junior class members - dress up as a "middle aged" person or parent
sophomore class members - dress up as college students
freshmen class members - dress up as babies
PHMS students- Twin Day
Friday - Costume day
PHHS, PHMS and TRES- wear your favorite Halloween costume. Note: School dress code appropriate and no masks allowed
RES- School Spirit- wear your Rox or Wolves gear
SPIRIT NIGHT
Spirit Night/Bonfire will be held on Wednesday, October 6 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Gideon Field. Activities will include Powder Puff Football, volleyball, corn hole, class competitions, etc. New this year, Foam Homies will be providing a “UV Foam Party” that includes a Foam Cannon that shoots out foam bubbles that can fill a 30 x 30 ft and 5 ft high area in minutes. They will also be providing music and beach balls for the students to enjoy while in the foam. Students, faculty, and families are invited to attend. Please feel free to bring lawn chairs, awnings, etc. and enjoy the evening. Refreshments will be provided.
Homecoming Parade
The Fourth Annual Parke Heritage Homecoming Parade will take place on Friday, October 8. The parade will start at 5:00 from Beechwood Park. Parade line-up will begin at 4:15.
Any business, organization, individual wanting to participate in the parade is welcome. Please contact Stephanie Studebaker at 765-569-4153 for further details. The public is encouraged to come out and watch the parade.
HOMECOMING DANCE
NCP students participated in daily College Go Week activities during the week of September 20-24. College Go Week is dedicated to helping students learn about colleges as well as possible careers.
Each school held a variety of activities to celebrate the week. At Parke Heritage High School and Rockville Elementary, teachers decorated their doors with their college colors. Parke Heritage Middle School held a poster contest in which each Pack Time designed a poster with a designated Indiana college. The winning poster was Mrs. Haley Roach’s Pack Time, which consisted of information about Manchester College.
At the high school, activities included setting up parchment accounts as well as researching what requirements their future jobs might require. This research ranged from vocational certificates, apprenticeships, associate degrees, bachelor degrees, and graduate degrees.
Dress-up days were also held at PHMS, TRES and RES. For Thursday’s “Dress for Success- dress for your future career,” K-2 students from RES and TRES were selected for the most creative costumes. Prizes were sponsored by the Parke County Community Foundation and the Promise Indiana Parke County. The prizes included a piggy bank, pencil and a certificate for a monetary incentive to open a College 529 account. Ms. Whitney Anderson’s Pack Time class was the winner of the dress-up contest with the highest percentage of students participating.
At right- Mrs. Veronica Hill in her lumberjack outfit.
RES kindergarten
RES first grade
DOOR DECORATIONS AND TRIVIA WINNERS
At both the high school and middle school, trivia contests were held each day. Students were awarded prizes for answering the trivia questions. Middle school trivia winners were Bradley Fellows, Henry Busenbark, Savannah Cox, and Brooklynn McMullen.
Winning prizes at the high school were Makayla Ricketts, Randi Long, Kaitlyn McMichael, Ethan Fleener, Megan Wittenmyer, Lewie Woody and Jade Smith.
At right- the winning decorated door was Ms. Susan Seitz's advisory.
res kindergarten
A big thank you to the parents who donated apples for the activities.
PENNY BOATS
Sixth grade science students in Mrs. Haley Roach’s class were challenged to build a boat that would be able to hold the most pennies and still float. The winning penny boat design was Amy Reynen and Marissa Lienbrient (at right). Their boat held 141 pennies and seven dice! Mrs. Roach ran out of pennies so dice were added.
The students did this as an introduction to the Engineering Design Process. They had limited supplies and tried to build a boat to hold the most pennies while using as few of resources as possible.
STEERED STRAIGHT PARENT ACADEMY
Parents will learn about drug trends, signs and symptoms and receive tips to speak with their students.
THE HOWLER
Click on this link to read this month's edition produced by the Parke Heritage High School Student Media class.
Taylor Snell
Not every student can say they have a state park as their backyard. For Taylor Snell, a Turkey Run Elementary fourth grade student, living at the Turkey Run State Park provides her many opportunities to enjoy nature and the beauty of the park.
Taylor and her family moved to the Park in August. Her dad is the new assistant manager of the park, which allows the family to live on the park grounds. Their house is across from his office so he can walk to work.
Living at the state park allows Taylor to go hiking with her family. They will hike all year round as the weather allows.
“My favorite trail is number three,” said Taylor. “I like that creeks go through it and you have to walk in the creek.”
While living at the state park has its perks, it has taken Taylor a bit to get used to the quiet of the countryside during the night. During the day, she claims that the park can be busy and noisy.
The Snell family previously lived on property that belonged to Summit Lake State Park, which is located near New Castle. They lived there for five years before making the move to TR State Park.
Combining her enjoyment of nature and art, Taylor will spend time outside drawing wildlife that she may see. She likes to sit in the yard and draw the first animal that she sees walking through the woods. She admits that sometimes it takes a while to actually see an animal to draw.
Taylor also enjoys going camping with her family. They have gone camping in their backyard, at campgrounds and at Fall Creek State Park in Tennessee.
“I enjoy meeting other kids,” said Taylor. “I like talking to the other campers and playing with them on the playground.”
In addition to hiking and camping, Taylor takes advantage of other park activities available to her. She has been horseback riding, swimming in the Inn pool and has visited the Nature Center.
“I like going across the suspension bridge, but I was scared of it at first,” admits Taylor. “I had to tell myself to not look down. Now it’s not so bad. I can cross it without thinking about it.”
In addition to nature and artwork, Taylor has musical interests. She has taken piano, violin and recorder lessons. She has also taken dance lessons since second grade. She also uses her creative side to bake goodies for her family.
“Jazz is my favorite dance,” said Taylor. “I like the gracefulness and flexibility that dancing in general provides me.”
She is hoping to join a new dance studio and the Girl Scouts as she settles into her new community and school.
NEWS TIDBITS
ANTI-VAPE PROGRAM: Michael DeLeon of Steered Straight will provide a unique approach to the topics of synthetic drugs, e-cigarettes, vapors and alcohol. Parents and community members are invited to attend this Academy on Monday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the Parke Heritage High School Cafetorium. Parents will learn about drug trends, signs and symptoms and receive tips to speak with their students.
TRASH BAG PICK UP: Trash bag orders sold by Rockville Elementary students can be picked up Wednesday, October 6 from 5:00- 7:00 p.m. at the RES cafe.
PTO MEETING: The Rockille Elemenary School PTO will meet Monday, October 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the RES cafe. All parents are invited to attend.
GOLF BALL DROP: The Rockville Athletic Alumni are sponsoring a golf ball drop at the Homecoming football game on Friday, October 8. The balls will be dropped at the end of the third quarter. This will be a 50/50 raffle with all proceeds going to the PH Athletic Department. A table will be set up at the main entrance at the game or contact Alumni committee members for pre-game purchase. You do not need to be present to win. Any out-of-towners that want to participate can send money to Venmo @Rox-Athletic.
PICTURE RETAKES: Students needing retakes of their school portraits must bring in their packet of pictures. No form is needed. Pettit Photo will only reprint whatever is in the packet. If the parent keeps some of the original photos, then the retake package will not have those in it either. If a parent wishes to order a different package, then they will need a new form along with payment. For students that were absent, they will need to get a picture form from the office. They can pay with a check or online.
October 7- Turkey Run Elementary
October 19- Rockville Elementary, Parke Heritage Middle School and Parke Heritage High School
HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS: The 2021 Parke Heritage High School yearbooks are in. Last year's graduates may pick up their copies from the front office. Also, if you did not have a chance to preorder a copy last year, there is a limited number of extras available for $50.
HOMECOMING PARADE: The Fourth Annual Parke Heritage Homecoming Parade will take place on Friday, October 8. The parade will start at 5:00 from Beechwood Park. Parade line-up will begin at 4:15. Any business, organization, individual wanting to participate in the parade is welcome. Please contact Stephanie Studebaker at 765-569-4153 for further details. The public is encouraged to come out and watch the parade.
SEAT CUSHIONS: The Parke Heritage High School Booster Club is selling seat cushions for $15. Cushions can be purchased at a home ball game or contact Ashley McAmis at mcamisa@ncp.k12.in.us to make arrangements.
JUNIOR CLASS INFORMATION: Workers are needed to work the junior class BBQ Shack during the Covered Bridge Festival. If you have any questions, contact Brittany Kimbro at kimbrob@ncp.k12.in.us Volunteer to work by signing up here: Sign-up sheet
21st CENTURY SCHOLARS: Indiana's 21st Century Scholars program is an early-college promise program designed to help ensure that every Hoosier student can afford the opportunity provided by a college education. The 21st Century Scholars program is a needs and performance-based program that provides students the opportunity to earn up to a four-year scholarship at an Indiana college or university. Get started at ScholarTrack.IN.gov. You will need to provide your name and an email address to create a ScholarTrack account. Click on “My Account” to submit an application. You will receive an email with an application summary and program enrollment information after the application is received. All applications to the 21st Century Scholars program must be submitted before June 30 of the eligible student’s eighth-grade year.
SWEAT PANTS: The middle school is needing donations of solid colored sweat pants and/or leggings in various sizes. Donations can be sent in with your student or dropped off at the middle school office.
STAFF SHOUT OUT: Would you like to recognize an outstanding NCP teacher, instructional assistant, support staff member or bus driver? Make your nomination on the “Bridging the Future” Nomination Form Those nominated will be featured on the NCP Facebook page.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Do you know a NCP student who would be deserving to be featured in the Student Spotlight column? Nominate them on this form: Student Spotlight
FREE MEALS: NCP students will receive one free breakfast and one free lunch per day. If students want extra food items, they will need to have money on their lunch accounts. All students are encouraged to take advantage of this program.
PURPLE STAR: Photos from Rockville High School, Turkey Run High School and Parke Heritage High School alumni who have served or are currently serving in the military have been added to the Purple Star page on the Parke Heritage High School webpage: Purple Star If anyone would like to add a photo of a military alumni, please email a photo to Sheryl McDaniel at mcdaniels@ncp.k12.in.us
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Monday, October 4
JV football at Fountain Central- canceled
JV football vs. North Vermillion- 6:00 p.m.
Volleyball at South Putnam- 6:00 p.m.
MS cross country Banks of the Wabash meet- 4:30 p.m.
MS volleyball vs. North Vermillion- 6:00 p.m.
RES PTO meeting- 6:00 p.m. in the RES cafe
Anti-Vape Presentation- PHMS at 8:20 a.m., RES and TRES fourth and fifth grades at 10:00 a.m., PHHS at 1:30 p.m. and parents' presentation at 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 5
Boys tennis regionals meet at Crawfordsville- 5:00 p.m.
**NOTE: There will be an admission charge for the tennis regional. Admission will be $5. Cash will be accepted at the gate.
Cross Country WRC meet at Seeger- 5:00 p.m.
Volleyball vs. North Vermillion- 6:00 p.m.
MS football Banks of the Wabash game 1 at South Vermillion- 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 6
PHHS Spirit Night and Bonfire- 6:30- 9:30 p.m. at Gideon Field
RES trash bag pick up- 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at the RES cafe
Thursday, October 7
MS football Banks of the Wabash consolation/championship game at South Vermillion- 5:30 p.m.
MS volleyball at Northridge Middle School- 6:00 p.m.
Turkey Run Elementary school portrait retakes
WRC Choral Festival for PHHS choir members
Friday, October 8
Football vs. Riverton Parke- 7:00 p.m.
Homecoming Coronation- Halftime of game
Parade- 5:00 p.m.
Homecoming Dance- following game until 11:30 p.m.
End of first nine weeks
Saturday, October 9
Cross country sectional at Lavern Gibson- TBD
Volleyball at North Montgomery Invite- 9:00 a.m.
**Due to the ever changing COVID-19 situation, these events may change as deemed necessary by the administration and the county Health Department.
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 4
Anti-Vape Presentation
October 7
TRES school portrait retake day
Friday, October 8
Fall Homecoming
End of the first nine weeks
October 11-15
Fall Break- no school
Friday, October 15
Senior night
Tuesday, October 19
PHMS school portrait retake day
PHHS school portrait retake day
RES school portrait retake day
PHMS Fall Sports Awards Night- 6:30 p.m.
October 26
PHHS and PHMS Band and Choir Concert
November 4
PHHS College and Career Fair
November 11
Veterans Day programs
November 15-19
TRES Book Fair
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