On Tuesday, October 1st at 7pm, the actors from Actors From the London Stage will join us for our Kickoff Event: an interactive drama workshop and open Q&A session. Our focus for the evening is Shakespeare's Twelfth Night but we will also spend time hearing about the many merits of learning through the theatre arts and participate in exercises led by our visiting actors, all of whom are professional performers with experience at Shakespeare's Globe and other London theaters. The event is free and open to the public, and we especially hope that you will encourage your students to join in (even on a school night!). It will take place in the Black Box theatre inside the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts.
On Friday, October 4th at 7pm, the actors will perform Twelfth Night in the University Theatre (inside the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts) as part of our VU Homecoming Celebration and family weekend. $10 Tickets are available here. Whether your students are deeply familiar with Shakespeare or just beginning to learn about drama, the intimate and dynamic approach the Actors From the London Stage bring to their performances (5 actors, minimal sets) can be a particularly rich learning experience.
THE SENATORIAN
Classroom Happenings: Remembering 9/11 Miss Shepard
Senatorian Student Writer: Lorelei Goetz
To view the pdf document: https://5il.co/2x5on
Good Afternoon East Porter!
We’re all familiar with our individual schools of Kouts, Morgan Township, and Washington Township, but how well do you know how East Porter operates as a district? Are you interested in learning more?
We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2nd Cohort of East Porter Academy! We’re seeking 5-6 representatives from each school community to join us on this journey.
Don’t miss this opportunity—click the link below to apply!
https://bit.ly/EastPorterAcademy
$1.00 Admission for Students to PCC Volleyball This Week
This evening and Friday evening our JV/V girls volleyball goes up against two PCC powerhouse teams. We would like to encourage our student body to show our Senator Pride and support for our girls. The athletic department is only charging $1.00 admission for any student grades 1-12. Hope to see you in the stands! (5pm JV start, Varsity directly after).
Last, but certainly not least, is our new choir teacher, Mr. Albright! Mr. Albright will be teaching music at the elementary school for most of the day and will then spend the afternoon with both the middle and high school choirs. This is Mr. Albright’s first year teaching following his graduation from Valparaiso University in the spring.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Albright to WT and the teaching profession!
Ms. Pych's 7th grade FACs students have been studying a unit on Conservation of Resources. They were challenged to create something new using recycled materials.
Emma Gilbert named Athlete of the Week
The Student Athletic Advisory Committee has selected freshman Emma Gilbert as Athlete of the Week for her performance as a starter in varsity volleyball. She has done a very successful job up at the net and also back playing defense. Emma always has a great attitude towards her coaches and teammates and is constantly smiling. She is a hard worker and an all-around great athlete.
THE SENATORIAN
Washington Township Art-Crafting in Ceramics Class
Senatorian Student Writer: Madayln Frederick
Washington Township High School vs Kouts High School Womens Varsity Volleyball
The livestream is scheduled to begin at 09/18/24 5:00 pm CDT.
https://www.jedtv.com/washington-twp.html/?B=1171553
Please view this important message from the East Porter County School Corporation.
The EPCSC principals have created a message for our communities about sportsmanship. Our rivalries are important and in many ways fundamental to who we are. We want to embrace this, yet at the same time understand where the limits exist. At Washington Township, we want to distinguish ourselves by doing things the right way. Please take a moment to listen to our message. On you Senators!
https://www.wevideo.com/view/3554230058
Congratulations to our Seniors! We love you and wish only the best of everything!
Today, we welcome Mrs. Turner, our new treasurer! Mrs. Turner is a Washington Township parent of 4. She will handle all things money-related for both the middle/high school and the elementary school. Mrs. Turner makes the long journey over from the elementary school where she served as an aide for the past several years. Additionally, she brings a wealth of bookkeeping and auditing experience to the position.
Welcome to the team, Mrs. Turner!
Senatour, a Greek god, visited Mr. Bowersock's World History class today!
New Mentoring Program at Washington Twp Middle
Middle school can be a lot to navigate. That is why we are thrilled to announce a new mentoring program at Washington Township Middle School in conjunction with our friends at Our Greater Good!! We will be starting groups for 6th grade boys and girls initially and hope to start soon.
Mentors will come alongside these students to provide them a safe, consistent place to learn, grow and process the things they are dealing with at home, school and in the community. Here are a few facts about the program and the groups:
Meet weekly after school for about an hour - day of the week TBD by group
Consist of up to12 students and 4 mentors
Have snack, a check in time, a talk/discuss/learn time and maybe an activity
Groups ideally remain together until the students exit the program or graduate high school (mentors commit to one school year at a time)
Mentors go through a brief training and clear a background check
Each year, East Porter is proud to have so many incredible graduates making a difference in the world. Do you know an East Porter alumnus doing amazing things? We want to celebrate them! Nominate them for their achievements, accomplishments, or awards today!
Nominate a graduate at Nominate at: https://bit.ly/EPGraduate
Help us spread the word to our East Porter community so we can celebrate as many graduates as possible!
Please give a warm welcome to our new Social Studies teacher, Ms. Shepard! Ms. Shepard comes to us from Oak Hill High School in Converse, Indiana. She will be teaching US History and Government/Economics. Additionally, Ms. Shepard has lent her expertise as a collegiate soccer player to our girl's soccer team.
Welcome to Washington, Ms. Shepard!
Washington Township High School vs River Forest Womens Varsity Volleyball
The livestream is scheduled to begin at 09/16/24 5:30 pm CDT.
https://www.jedtv.com/washington-twp.html/?B=1171548
This Week In Senator Athletics For September 16-21, 2024. You can view the upcoming WTMHS athletic events or download a Senator sport schedule for 2024-2025. https://www.senatorsathletics.com/Events
Reminder: Progress Reports Issued Through Skyward Today!
Our new social worker is Mrs. Brand-Lesley! Mrs. Brand-Lesley is a former English teacher at both LaPorte High School and South Bend Riley High School. We are currently sharing Mrs. Brand-Lesley with Kouts - she will be at WT Monday, Wednesday, and every other Friday. She can provide support with anxiety, depression, loss, peer conflict, and resource connection, among many other things.
Welcome, Mrs. Brand-Lesley!
