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Daily Student Announcements

October 14

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  

NHS members-If you are providing tutoring support during SRT, you must have a teacher sign that you provided services. Forms in Mrs. Leighty's room. 

If you are attending and volunteering at Spook Night, you must pick up a volunteer sign-off form from Mrs. Leighty.

Washington Township Middle/High School is once again partnering with Strack & Van Til by collecting receipts dated between September 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025. Please send in your SVT receipts to the office so they can be submitted. We appreciate your support.. 

Juniors and Seniors: Mrs. Symer needs your permission slips for the October 18th College and Career Fair at Morgan.  Only 6 have been turned in so far!  

Seniors, remember that tomorrow night is the Financial Aid presentation at Morgan.  The program begins at 5 p.m.  Bring your parents!

Any student grades 9-12 interested in playing PickleBall on Wednesdays and Saturdays may attend a call out meeting at lunch Tuesday in the cafeteria. If you are interested and can not attend the meeting, please email Mrs.Mateer or stop by the Athletic Office to sign up.

Staff interested in joining us may also attend the meeting or contact AD Mateer.

Middle school students who missed any part of ILEARN last week, please report to the Media Center 6th period today with your Chromebooks.  


October 11

High school student council will meet today during SRT.

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  

If you are interested in participating on this year's High School Social Studies Academic Team please contact Mr. Thompson by this Friday, October 11th.  The Social Studies Academic Team will meet on Wednesday's from 3 - 3:30pm starting the week after Fall Break.

NHS-Want some hours? We are assisting with Spook Night. Sign up on classroom. 

Seniors-Last day to VOTE is Friday for Senior Mosts

Washington Township Middle/High School is once again partnering with Strack & Van Til by collecting receipts dated between September 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025. Please send in your SVT receipts to the office so they can be submitted. We appreciate your support.. 

Students who missed any part of ILEARN testing this week, please come to the Media Center with your Chromebooks and a pencil 6th period today.  

Juniors and Seniors: please remember to turn in your permission slips for the October 18th College and Career Fair at Morgan.  Only 5 have been turned in so far!  

The 7th and 8th grade Girls Middle School Volleyball teams took on Boone Grove last night.  Both teams defeated Boone Grove in two games. Awesome servers for 7th grade were Lexi Taylor and Arianna Mckamey.  7th graders rallied last night with help from Addi Flood and Molly Watson. 8th grade made some great defensive plays with the help of Alyssa Bognar, Kylee Campbell, and Aleena Brown.  Mary Scott and Julia Goetz were strong at the net with several kills. Emma Goetschel was smart at the net assisting in several plays. Great game Lady Senators.


October 10

The Student Athletic Advisory Committee is recognizing senior Jason Bunag as Athlete of the Week for his performance in Boys Varsity Soccer. Jason has been Co-Captain for the past 2 years, leading the team both on and off the field. He makes sure we are all warmed up for practices and games. Jason's performances have helped lead the team to many victories, with him scoring or assisting consecutively in our past 9 games.

High school student council will meet Friday during SRT.

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  


IUN and IU Indy will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.


DECA Members- Please remember to turn in your Albanese orders and your money ON OR BEFORE This Thursday, October 10th! 


Soccer Seniors, your senior banners are in the main office. Please stop by and pick them up at your convenience.

If you are interested in participating on this year's High School Social Studies Academic Team please contact Mr. Thompson by this Friday, October 11th.  The Social Studies Academic Team will meet on Wednesday's from 3 - 3:30pm starting the week after Fall Break.

All students who were absent for English ILEARN testing on Tuesday, please report to the Media Center with your Chromebooks at this time. 


October 9

Seniors-Which senior should have their own reality show? Which senior is addicted to social media? Which senior has the WORST case of senioritis? Vote today! The senior Most voting sheet is available on classroom until Friday! 

High school student council will meet Friday during SRT.

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  

This Friday’s Saint Mary’s College visit is in danger of being canceled.  Junior and senior girls, please sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

Seniors, mark your calendars for next week’s Financial Aid Night, hosted by Morgan Township. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 15th at 5:00 p.m.  This is a great time for you and your parents to learn about the FAFSA and the whole financial aid process. 

IUN and IU Indy will be visiting next week.  

The student council meeting originally scheduled for this Friday will be moved to next week.

DECA Members- Please remember to turn in your Albanese orders and your money ON OR BEFORE This Thursday, October 10th! 

Robotics for today will be canceled and I will see everyone next Monday.

Soccer Seniors, your senior banners are in Mrs. Mateer's office. Please stop by and pick them up at your convenience.


October 8

Seniors-Which senior should have their own reality show? Which senior is addicted to social media? Which senior has the WORST case of senioritis? Vote today! The senior Most voting sheet is available on classroom until Friday! 

Are you passionate about science and eager to collaborate with like-minded individuals? Well then, the High School Science Academic Team may be for you. The callout for the High School Science Academic Team will be held after school today until 4:00 PM in Mr. Hutson's room N110.

High school student council will meet Friday during SRT.

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  

This Friday’s Saint Mary’s College visit is in danger of being canceled.  Junior and senior girls, please sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

Seniors, mark your calendars for next week’s Financial Aid Night, hosted by Morgan Township. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 15th at 5:00 p.m.  This is a great time for you and your parents to learn about the FAFSA and the whole financial aid process. 

IUN and IU Indy will be visiting next week.  

The student council meeting originally scheduled for this Friday will be moved to next week.

Need a shirt for tonight’s Pink out Volleyball game?? The student council has you covered.  We are selling a limited supply of Breast Cancer awareness shirts.  Shirts are $10 with $5 going to Indiana Women in Need, an organization helping women undergoing treatment for Breast Cancer.

DECA Members- Please remember to turn in your Albanese orders and your money ON OR BEFORE This Thursday, October 10th! 

Robotics for Wednesday of this week will be canceled and I will see everyone next Monday.


October 7

High School students interested in joining the Math Academic Team, please send an email to Mrs. Bell indicating your interest by 3:00 pm today.  Practices will be after school until 3:45 on Wednesdays starting this week.

Seniors-Which senior should have their own reality show? Which senior is addicted to social media? Which senior has the WORST case of senioritis? Vote today! The senior Most voting sheet is available on classroom until Friday! 

Are you passionate about science and eager to collaborate with like-minded individuals? Well then, the High School Science Academic Team may be for you. The callout for the High School Science Academic Team will be held after school this Tuesday until 4:00 PM in Mr. Hutson's room N110.

Seniors, there will be a senior class meeting in Mrs. Peres’s room tomorrow, Tuesday at 7:20.  Be sure to attend.

High school student council will meet Friday during SRT.

Sophomores remember to bring in items for Spooknight and sign up to help with a game.  

The Boys soccer team defeated Hebron 3-1 in their last game of the regular season. Goals were scored by Jason Bunag, Gavin Kukler, and Owen Gilbert. The Senators play again against the Hawks at 6 pm tonight in their first round sectional match-up. 

Cross Country had a fantastic showing at the state middle school meet. Jody Stump placed 3rd, and Willy Wilks came in 22nd, earning spots on the all-state team. The girls' team placed 7th overall, and the boys were 23rd out of the 44 competing teams.

The high school team ran their final PCC meet of the season. Brody Mears won the boys' race and the PCC MVP award for the boys. Aidan Porter and Carter Jorczak secured all-conference status by finishing in the top 15. Paige Hein also received all-conference standing by placing 13th in the women's race and running just 14 seconds off the school record. Paige also took home the Lonnie Steele Mental Attitude Award. The runners will compete in their sectional race in 2 weeks at Sunset Hills. 

All sophomores will have a presentation during SRT today in the Media Center.  Please  check in with your teachers first before reporting to the library.


October 4

High School students interested in joining the Math Academic Team, please send an email to Mrs. Bell indicating your interest by 3:00 pm today.  Practices will be after school until 3:45 on Wednesdays starting next week.

Congratulations goes out to the 7th and 8th grade girls volleyball teams last night as they defeated Kouts.  Our 7th graders dominated the court in two games.  Anna Drake was on fire at the net.  We saw some great serving action from Lila Dykstra and Arianna McKamey.  Great job ladies.  Our 8th graders also defeated Kouts in two games last night.  Mary Scott dominated the net and Jody Stump came in clutch with some amazing serves. Great Job Lady Senators. 

Congratulations to the September Super Senators!

6th Grade-Marion Albertin and Bennett Frase

7th Grade-Jackson Reeder and Lilliyana Vargas

8th Grade-Emma Goetschel and Willy Wilks


October 3

Are you a great dancer or a talented singer or maybe you're really good at magic?  This year's talent show will be on Nov. 8th at 7pm. If you have an idea for something to perform, scan the QR code on a talent show poster or come talk to Mr. Albright or Miss Johnson.

Art Club is meeting today during lunch. Get your lunch and then head to Ms. Watters' room.

6th grade boys basketball will be having conditioning / open gym on Tonight 3-5p. Bring shoes to run outside in and basketball shoes. Meet with the cross country team just outside the east entrance by the band room. 

High School students interested in joining the Math Academic Team, please send an email to Mrs. Bell indicating your interest by 3:00 pm Friday.  Practices will be after school until 3:45 on Wednesdays starting next week.

If you like to read and enjoy English, consider joining the High School English Academic team. If interested, please see Mrs. Leighty. 

Congratulations to Jacob Barker, Caroline Steele and Haleigh Peres for making this year's "All Region Honor Band"!  This year's All Region Band will perform on Sunday, November 17th at Portage High School.

Congratulations to Abby Vermillion, Zach Wehner and Kam McIntosh-Lewin for being selected to this year's "All District Honor Band"!  This year's All District Honor Band will perform on Sunday, November 24th at Kankakee Valley High School.


The middle school cross country team ran their conference meet at Hebron last night. Both the girls and the boys took 2nd place in the conference. A few highlights of the evening are David Ribar, who ran a state qualifying time and will travel to Terre Haute on Saturday. Eight all-conference runners included: Jody Stump, Annabelle Sexton, Wimberly Scott, Caroline Steele, Lexi Elea, Willy Wilks, Porter Wilks, and Anthony Hreha. Willy and Jody both came in 2nd in their races. They also both broke school records! Willy Wilks now holds the boy's middle school record with a time of 10:19 breaking a 28 year old record (10:23) from 1996 Joe Dillabaugh’s.. Jody Stump has the girl's record at 10:51, breaking her own record. Congratulations to all!!


October 2

HS Students PLEASE check what SRT you are in now. Some got changed over this past weekend. If you see a U in your attendance for SRT that means you're in the wrong one .

Are you a great dancer or a talented singer or maybe you're really good at magic?  This year's talent show will be on Nov. 8th at 7pm. If you have an idea for something to perform, scan the QR code on a talent show poster or come talk to Mr. Albright or Miss Johnson.

Art Club is meeting tomorrow during lunch. Get your lunch and then head to Ms. Watters' room.

6th grade boys basketball will be having conditioning / open gym on Thursday 3-5p. Bring shoes to run outside in and basketball shoes. Meet with the cross country team just outside the east entrance by the band room. 

All 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students should be heading to their PSAT locations at this time.  

High School students interested in joining the Math Academic Team, please send an email to Mrs. Bell indicating your interest by 3:00 pm Friday.  Practices will be after school until 3:45 on Wednesdays starting next week.

The first edition of the Middle School Newspaper is posted on the school website.  Go to the Student Tab and click on The Senator Times. 

If you like to read and enjoy English, consider joining the High School English Academic team. If interested, please see Mrs. Leighty. 

The Student Athletic Advisory Committee had a tie and will be recognizing two incredible athletes as Athlete of the Week, freshman Carter Jorczak and senior Madalyn Richardson. Carter has been an inspirational teammate on the boys cross country team, constantly improving his times at meets. Carter has a great work ethic at practice every day as well. He has hit a personal record at almost every race this season and now has a shot at making the PCC All-Conference team, showing how far he's come during his very first high school season. Madalyn has been an essential part of the defensive line on the girls soccer team, leading the team to many victories and several clean sheets this season. She is also a great teammate, dedicating her time at practice to teaching new players how to be a part of the back line, making sure that the team is left in good hands next year after she graduates.


October 1

Sophomores!  Spooknight is just around the corner! This is our fundraiser for the year.  We are hosting Spook Night for the elementary school on October 18th.  To make this night successful, Sophomores need to help out and donate.  Sign up on the CCR google classroom to help with an event for the evening, and bring in 2 bags of candy or small trinkets to Mrs. Peres's room for prizes. If you are unable to get to the store you can give $5 Mrs. Peres or Eden VanderWoude so prizes can be purchased. Please mark your prizes or money with a sticky note so you get credit for it.

Yearbook Quotes are due on Friday! Please fill out the form on Google Classroom. If you don't submit the form, you will NOT get to select your senior quote!! 

All students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 11 will be taking the PSAT tomorrow morning.  Remember to bring your Chromebook, pencils and a calculator to your test site.  If you normally test with accommodations, check your email for a message from Mrs. Symer. 

Students, please check your SRTs in Skyward.  There were lots of changes made over the weekend.  Some of you will have different SRTs on different days of the week, and teachers WILL be marking you absent if you’re not in the right place on the right day. 

Art Club is meeting tomorrow during lunch. Get your lunch and then head to Ms. Watters' room

6th grade boys basketball will be having conditioning / open gym on Thursday 3-5p. Bring shoes to run outside in and basketball shoes. Meet with the cross country team just outside the east entrance by the band room. 

The Middle School Student Council will have a meeting today. Please get your lunch and report promptly to Ms. Billings' classroom.


September 30

Sophomores!  Spooknight is just around the corner! This is our fundraiser for the year.  We are hosting Spook Night for the elementary school on October 18th.  To make this night successful, Sophomores need to help out and donate.  Sign up on the CCR google classroom to help with an event for the evening, and bring in 2 bags of candy or small trinkets to Mrs. Peres's room for prizes. If you are unable to get to the store you can give $5 Mrs. Peres or Eden VanderWoude so prizes can be purchased. Please mark your prizes or money with a sticky note so you get credit for it.

Yearbook Quotes are due on Friday! Please fill out the form on Google Classroom. If you don't submit the form, you will NOT get to select your senior quote!! 

All students in grades 8, 9, 10, and 11 will be taking the PSAT on Wednesday morning.  Please check in with your teachers first, then report to your test site.  Students will need their fully charged Chromebooks, a couple of pencils, and a calculator (if they’re not using the on-screen calculator).  

Students, please check your SRTs in Skyward.  There were lots of changes made over the weekend.  Some of you will have different SRTs on different days of the week, and teachers WILL be marking you absent if you’re not in the right place on the right day.  

The High School and Middle School cross-country teams traveled to Culver for the annual Culver Invite. The highlights of the middle school races included Willy Wilks, Jody Stump, and Annabelle Sexton, with their top 30 finishes. The boys' team took 16th place, and the girls' team took 7th out of 29. The High School highlights included Brody Mears's 6th-place finish. The girls' team recorded 6 PRs! Our boys came in 19th out of 28 teams, and the girls placed 16th out of 21. 

The girls varsity soccer team plays their last game of the season tonight at home. Come support them as they take on the Boone Grove Wolves. Kickoff is at 4:30pm

Congratulations to the WT Unified Bocce team!  They competed at Carmel on Saturday in the state championship.  It was a strong showing for the 12 members who competed.  Awesome job, coach can’t wait for bowling season in the spring.  

At this time, we need every 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th grader to open the Bluebook app.  The app was recently updated and needs to load on student Chromebooks BEFORE Wednesday’s test.  


September 27

We are celebrating Volleyball Seniors Friday Night, come out and show your support for our Lady Senators as they face the Hebron Hawks!  Let's pack the stands for this special evening!"

Students who come to the gIrls volleyball game tonight will get a surprise from the student council!  See you there!

Purdue West Lafayette is visiting on Friday, October 4th.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if you haven’t already!

There will be a presentation today during SRT for all freshmen in the Media Center.  Please check in with your teachers first.

Sophomores!  Spooknight is just around the corner! This is our fundraiser for the year.  We are hosting Spooknight for the elementary school on October 18th.  To make this night successful, Sophomores need to help out and donate.  Sign up on the CCR google classroom to help with an event for the evening, and bring in 2 bags of candy or small trinkets to Mrs. Pere's room for prizes. If you are unable to get to the store you can give $5 Mrs. Peres or Eden VanderWoude so prizes can be purchased. Please mark your prizes or money with a sticky note so you get credit for it.

There is a full student council meeting today during SRT in Mrs. Peres' room.  Freshman, check google classroom or talk to Mrs. Peres for the information you will need.

Yearbook Quotes are due on Friday! Please fill out the form on Google Classroom. If you don't submit the form, you will NOT get to select your senior quote!! 

Congratulations to Miss Fleming and Miss Johnson who tied for the win in our College Go Week door decorating contest!  

Good luck to the Unified Bocce team as they head to Carmel tomorrow to compete in the state tournament!


September 26

Juniors and seniors!!! The early release incentive has returned. If you have no discipline referrals, no tardies, and no grade below a B-, you are eligible to leave school during SRT. You must pick up a packet from Ms. Sutton in the study hall, return it, and have it approved. Reach out to Mr. Leighty or Ms. Sutton if you have any questions. 

There will be a callout meeting for high school girls interested in playing basketball today in Coach Gast’s room (E108) during lunch.  If you leave for vocational, please stop by and see Coach Gast.  

The Student Athletic Advisory Committee has nominated sophomore Russell Martin as Athlete of the Week for his performance as a goalie in Varsity soccer. This is Russell's first season playing soccer, and he has contributed immensely to the team with his work in the goal box. He had a clean sheet against Westville and led the boys' soccer team to victory against Griffith on our team's senior night.

Russell, please come to the office to get your picture taken.

Today all 8th graders will have a presentation in the Media Center during SRT.  Please check in with your teachers first!    

Tuesday night, the middle school 7th and 8th grade girls volleyball teams faced off against Hebron. 7th grade won in two sets with a big serving run from Teagan Myers. 8th grade also won in two sets with big serving runs from Jody Stump and Alyssa Bognar.  Julia Goetz was strong at the net racking up several kills. Great job lady Senators!

The girls varsity soccer team defeated River Forest 15-0 in last nights match. Ava Hart had 2 goals including the first goal of the game, Lilly Reeder had 4 goals, Clair Klinger scored a hat trick, and Nicole Bunag contributed 2 more points. Samantha Bunag, Noelle Kukler and Jessica Fleming each scored one goal and freshman Jocelyn Martinez got her first goal of the season from a penalty kick. The girls play again this Friday at Hebron. 

The boys soccer team takes on Demotte at 4:30 pm tonight. Players report to the field by 3:50. 


September 24

Juniors and seniors!!! The early release incentive has returned. If you have no discipline referrals, no tardies, and no grade below a B-, you are eligible to leave school during SRT. You must pick up a packet from Ms. Sutton in the study hall, return it, and have it approved. Reach out to Mr. Leighty or Ms. Sutton if you have any questions. 

Any 7th or 8th grade boy interested in playing basketball, the first practice will be tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Senator Gym.

Seniors -As you go through the process of completing college and scholarship applications, please be considerate of your teacher, counselor, or club leader's time. If you are requesting a recommendation letter or would like an essay reviewed, please give your teachers advanced notice preferably two weeks. Please understand your teachers are giving their personal time to help you reach your goals. Consider how you are thanking them for that time. Writing a quick thank you note or dropping off a sweet treat, please express gratitude for their efforts. Please pay attention to college deadlines and get a head start! 

There will be a callout meeting for high school girls interested in playing basketball on Thursday in Coach Gast’s room (E108) during lunch.  If you leave for vocational, please stop by and see Coach Gast.  

FCA invites you to See You at the Pole on Thursday morning at 7:00.  Meet at the flagpole.


September 23

Seniors interested in applying to PNW, please sign up with Mrs. Symer for the ON-SITE ADMISSIONS EVENT on Friday, September 27th.  

Juniors and seniors!!! The early release incentive has returned. If you have no discipline referrals, no tardies, and no grade below a B-, you are eligible to leave school during SRT. You must pick up a packet from Ms. Sutton in the study hall, return it, and have it approved. Reach out to Mr. Leighty or Ms. Sutton if you have any questions. 

Any 7th or 8th grade boy interested in playing basketball, the first practice will be on Tuesday, September 24th, from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Senator Gym.

The high school cross country team took on Agony Hill at New Prairie on Saturday. The boys placed 13th, and the girls 14th out of the 29 scoring teams. Brody Mears secured a 9th-place finish with a personal record of 17:29. 

The middle school runners competed in the Willowcreek invite. The 6th-grade boys came in 2nd place overall. The top 15 finishers included Willy Wilks, Porter Wilks, Anthony Hreha, Annabelle Sexton, Caroline Steele, and Marion Albertin. Jody Stump came in first for the 8th-grade girls!  Both teams will travel to Culver on Saturday!

Get ready to show your school spirit because Fall Spirit Week is here! Tomorrow will be Superhero vs villain day! Wear any villain or Superhero outfit! Remember to ensure that the outfit follows school rules so there is no gore, face masks, or weapons. For additional information on the theme for each day, remember to listen to the daily announcements. Use your imagination and enjoy showcasing your school enthusiasm!

The boys soccer team defeated Kankakee Valley 1-0 on Saturday morning. Liam Schott assisted Jason Bunag for the only goal of the match. Every Senators player worked incredibly hard to ensure a clean sheet. Goalkeeper Russell Martin made 7 saves. That now makes it 4 wins a row for the Senators. Tonight, the team competes against Hammond Central at home. Kickoff time is still being discussed because of transportation difficulties on their end, so be alert for another announcement to clarify. 

It’s College Go Week!  Seniors, this is a great time to send out your college applications, since many schools are waiving their application fees for this week only.  

Seniors -As you go through the process of completing college and scholarship applications, please be considerate of your teacher, counselor, or club leader's time. If you are requesting a recommendation letter or would like an essay reviewed, please give your teachers advanced notice preferably two weeks. Please understand your teachers are giving their personal time to help you reach your goals. Consider how you are thanking them for that time. Writing a quick thank you note or dropping off a sweet treat, please express gratitude for their efforts. Please pay attention to college deadlines and get a head start! 

There will be a callout meeting for high school girls interested in playing basketball on Thursday in Mr. Gast’s room.  If you leave for vocational, please stop by and see Mr. Gast. 

Congratulations WTHS Staff and Students!!  The US News & World Report 2024-2025 Best High School rankings were recently released and Washington Township High School is ranked #22 out of 433 high schools ranked in Indiana. That puts WTHS in the top 5% of all high schools in Indiana!! Over 25,000 high schools nationally were rated and WTHS ranks in the top 7% in the country!! ON YOU SENATORS!!


September 20

Any 6th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting today during lunch.

There is an East Porter FFA Chapter meeting today at the Morgan Twp. Ag building during SRT. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Stoner.

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors:  Do you love science?  Do you want to spend 2 days at the IU School of Medicine learning about medical research?  Apply online at mmia.medicine.iu.edu before November 8th.    

Work Ethic forms are due to Mrs. Symer by the end of today.

Purdue Northwest is offering ON-SITE ADMISSIONS on Friday, September 27th.  PNW reps will be here, having students fill out their applications and making admissions decisions on the spot.  Interested students should sign up with Mrs. Symer.  

Juniors and seniors!!! The early release incentive has returned. If you have no discipline referrals, no tardies, and no grade below a B-, you are eligible to leave school during SRT. You must pick up a packet from Ms. Sutton in study hall, return it, and have it approved. Reach out to Mr. Leighty or Ms. Sutton if you have any questions. 

The girls varsity soccer team lost their match against Marquette Catholic last night. Freshman Jocelyn Martinez was their player of the game with great defensive plays and nonstop energy on the field. The girls play again tonight at home for their Senior Night! Come out to support seniors Clair, Nicole, Jaiden, Ava, Maddy, Cheyenne and Samantha as they take on VCA. 

A shout out to the 8th grade girls volleyball team for their first match against Westville last night.  The girls won the match in three games with some awesome serves from Emma Goetschel and Mikayla Weimer. Great Job Lady Senators

Any 7th or 8th grade boy interested in playing basketball, the first practice will be on Tuesday, September 24th, from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Senator Gym.”

Next week starts Fall Spirit Week join us for ‘Merica Monday! Posters are up around the school detailing the rest of the dress up days. Remember to come out and support our girls soccer and volleyball teams tonight! The freshman class will be selling cookies 2 for $1. On you Senators!

On Tuesday, October 1st at 7pm at Valparaiso University, the actors 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 theater 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 theater inside the Valparaiso University Center for the Arts.

On Friday, October 4th at 7pm at Valparaiso University, 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.

This evening we celebrate our Girls Senior Soccer players at 4:30 just prior to their game against Victory Christian. We would like to invite our student body to come out and support our Seniors so we have a special admission price of $1.00. 

But wait that is not all. That same $1.00 admission ticket will also get you admission into the JV/V Girls Volleyball game against Morgan Township. JV game starts at 5 with Varsity to follow directly after. 

This special price is for all students 1-12!

No excuses, come out and support your fellow Senators!


September 19

Congratulations to Senior Drew Gschwind!  He has been named a Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.  About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.  Although they will not continue in the 2025 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2025 competition by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT<NMSQT). Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success. 

Any 6th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting friday during lunch.

There is an East Porter FFA Chapter meeting this Friday at the Morgan Twp. Ag building during SRT. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Stoner.

Key Club Members - today is the third Thursday of the month, which means we have our meeting during lunch in Mrs. Rea's room.  See you there!!

Sophomores, juniors, and seniors:  Do you love science?  Do you want to spend 2 days at the IU School of Medicine learning about medical research?  Apply online at mmia.medicine.iu.edu before November 8th.    

Work Ethic forms are due to Mrs. Symer by the end of the day on Friday.

There will be an FCA meeting tomorrow morning at 7:00 on Mr. Atwood’s room.  

The High School and  Middle School cross country teams traveled back to Hebron this week to compete in round 2 of the PCC. Brody Mears came in first overall for the HS boys. The Hoss Awards went to Julia Ortega and Carter Jorczak for their HUGE PRs. The middle school races were led by Jody Stump, who came in first overall, and Willy Wilks, who came in second. Kai Suga ran a state qualifying time and is the 13th Senator to qualify for Terre Haute.


September 18

Any 6th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting today during lunch.

Robotics team will not meet tonight after school as Mrs. Gulbrandsen has a meeting. We will, however meet next Monday as normal.

There is an East Porter FFA Chapter meeting this Friday at the Morgan Twp. Ag building during SRT. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Stoner.

The Student Athletic Advisory Committee has nominated 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 boys soccer team faced off against Griffith last night for senior night in an unforgettable game. Griffith scored first, but Liam Schott equalized by lobbing their goalie from distance. The Senators went into halftime down 2-1, and were down 3-1 with 37 minutes left to play. Later, Jason Bunag danced inside before finding the back of the net, making the score 3-2. With under 10 minutes to go, Lucas Ferguson, Owen Gilbert, and Liam Schott created enough chaos from a corner kick to force an own goal, and the score was somehow tied up at 3-3. Then, to complete the comeback, senior Owen Gilbert chased down a long ball, stole the ball from a defender, and scored to make it 4-3 Senators with just 1 minute left to play. These boys made magic happen on the field last night. Congratulations to the team, especially to our seniors. Thank you to all of those who came out in support last night. 

The Senators play again tonight at Westville with kickoff at 4:30. 


September 17

The Middle School Student Council is hosting Penny Wars! Sixth, seventh, and eighth grades will compete to put the most coins in their jars,  but there’s a twist–you can fight back by putting dollars or bills in other grades’ jars to subtract points! The winning grade gets lunch recess in the courtyard for an entire week!  You can put money in the jars from every day until Friday from 7:10-7:40 each morning! Let the Penny Wars begin.

Any 7th or 8th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting today during lunch. 

Any 6th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting tomorrow during lunch.

There is an East Porter FFA Chapter meeting this Friday at the Morgan Twp. Ag building during SRT. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Stoner.

Juniors and seniors - the early release incentive program is returning! If you are a junior or senior who has less than 3 tardies, no grades lower than a B-, and no disciplinary referrals, you are eligible to leave school during SRT. Pick up a packet with Ms. Sutton in study hall if you are interested. See Mr. Leighty or Ms. Sutton with questions. 

Students, make sure you are returning your library books by the correct due date. If you need to extend your rental, please speak with Ms. Johnson. 

NHS members, we need concession stand workers for Friday's Soccer game. If you would like to volunteer, please email Mrs. Leighty. 

Ball State and VU are visiting today.  If you signed up for today’s visits, you will be receiving a pass from your 1st hour teacher.  

The middle school cross country team ran in the KV Invite last night. The girl’s team took 1st place and the boys took 2nd! Willy Wilks and Jody Stump both placed first in their races! 

The boys soccer team plays tonight at home against Griffith for senior night,with kickoff at 5:00. We will be honoring our seniors starting around 4:45. Come out and support the Senators!

September 16

Starting today, the Middle School Student Council is hosting Penny Wars! Sixth, seventh, and eighth grades will compete to put the most coins in their jars,  but there’s a twist–you can fight back by putting dollars or bills in other grades’ jars to subtract points! The winning grade gets lunch recess in the courtyard for an entire week!  You can put money in the jars from Monday to Friday from 7:10-7:40 each morning! Let the Penny Wars begin.

The middle school cross country team took on the Rensselaer Invite on Saturday. The top 20 finishers included Marion Albertin, Wimberly Scott, Annabelle Sexton, Anthony Hreha, and Asher Obajtek. Willy Wilks, Jody Stump, and Porter Wilks all came in first in their races. Marion Albertin and Lexi Elea became the 11th and 12th runners to qualify for the state meet. The 6th-grade boys took 2nd place overall out of the 32 schools present!

Any 7th or 8th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting tomorrow during lunch.

Any 6th grade boy who is interested in playing basketball, there will be a callout meeting on Wednesday during lunch.

Just a reminder, the robotics club starts today after school until 4. Please have rides here at 4! Permission slips need to be turned in as well. 

There is an East Porter FFA Chapter meeting this Friday at the Morgan Twp. Ag building during SRT. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Stoner.


September 13

Seniors: The time has finally arrived. You may start submitting your senior quote. Senior quote submissions are due on September 30. If you haven't submitted a form by the 30th, you will not get an opportunity to submit a quote. If you submit a quote that is considered inappropriate, you will not have the chance to resubmit.

Congratulations to the Builders Club Officers!

President-Julia Goetz

Vice President-Annabelle Sexton

Co-Secretaries-Hannah Hart and Porter Wilks

Starting Monday, the 16th, the Middle School Student Council is hosting Penny Wars! Sixth, seventh, and eighth grades will compete to put the most coins in their jars,  but there’s a twist–you can fight back by putting dollars or bills in other grades’ jars to subtract points! The winning grade gets lunch recess in the courtyard for an entire week!  You can put money in the jars from Monday to Friday from 7:10-7:40 each morning! Let the Penny Wars begin

Our boys' and girls' cross-country teams took on the Kouts Invite at Sunset Hills. Both teams placed 3rd overall! The top 25 finishers were Paige Hein, Ella Compton, Olivia Batthauer, Abby Vermillion, Ainsley Goetz, Aidan Porter, and Andrew Dykstra. Brody Mears finished first overall, winning the race by 35 seconds.

Just a reminder that robotics permission slips are  due on your first day coming to the meeting. The first meeting is Monday. If anyone needs permission slips, please stop by Mrs. Gulbrandsen‘s room and they are in the folders outside of her classroom.


September 12

Lilly Scholarship applications are due today by 3pm!

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will have its first meeting THIS Friday at 7 am in Mrs. Campbell’s room for students in grades 8-12. You DO NOT have to be an athlete to join, everyone is welcome. Breakfast will be provided. For any questions email Alivia Goetz or Mrs.Campbell. 

Seniors: check your CCR Classroom for a job opportunity, working right across the street at Dynatect.  

Middle school student council will have a meeting today during lunch in Ms. Billings' room. Please get your lunch and go straight to Ms. Billings' room.

Seniors: The time has finally arrived. You may start submitting your senior quote. Senior quote submissions are due on September 30. If you haven't submitted a form by the 30th, you will not get an opportunity to submit a quote. If you submit a quote that is considered inappropriate, you will not have the chance to resubmit.

 The boys soccer team lost 2-0 to Wheeler last night. The team's defense, discipline, and work rate were astonishing, as they limited the Bearcats to a handful of chances across 80 minutes. It was an impressive showing despite the unfortunate result. The senators are back at it again tomorrow against rivals VCA. The game is away with kickoff at 4:30. Your support would be massive as the team will be fighting for a signature win against the Lions.

The girls varsity soccer team defeated Westville last night 5-0. Their second win in a row at home gives Mckenzie Andersen her third clean sheet of the season. Sophomore, Lily Reeder is named the player of the game for kicking off the scores with a hat-trick. Goals four and five came from senior Samantha Bunag and Junior Jessica Fleming. 


September 11

Any high school student interested in Work Ethic Certification, please see Mrs. Symer for a participation form. Detailed information about this program can be found in your CCR Google Classroom.  

Seniors who are applying for the Lilly Scholarship:  remember that your applications are due by Thursday at 3pm!

Key Club Members - please remember to turn in your dues and  membership form asap!  They are due NO LATER than Thursday this week.  See Mrs. Rea if you have any questions!

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will have its first meeting THIS Friday at 7 am in Mrs. Campbell’s room for students in grades 8-12. You DO NOT have to be an athlete to join, everyone is welcome. Breakfast will be provided. For any questions email Alivia Goetz or Mrs.Campbell. 

Seniors: check your CCR Classroom for a job opportunity, working right across the street at Dynatect.  

Middle school student council will have a meeting Thursday during lunch in Ms. Billings' room. Please get your lunch and go straight to Ms. Billings' room.

Seniors: The time has finally arrived. You may start submitting your senior quote. Senior quote submissions are due on September 30. If you haven't submitted a form by the 30th, you will not get an opportunity to submit a quote. If you submit a quote that is considered inappropriate, you will not have the chance to resubmit. 

Last night the girls varsity soccer team successfully shut out DeMotte giving freshman Mackenzie Andersen her second clean sheet. Goals came from seniors Samantha Bunag, Nicole Bunag and Ava Hart. Senior Clair Klinger was named player of the game for her essential playmaking from the center of the field. They kickoff again tonight at 5pm at home against Westville.

The boys soccer team finally earned their first victory of the year last night against Portage Christian, winning 12-0. Congratulations to seniors Marty Bateman and Blake Cavanaugh for scoring their first varsity goals, and for Russell Martin for keeping his first clean sheet. The man of the match was Liam Schott for scoring 2 goals and assisting 4 more for his teammates. The boys play again tonight away to 1A State Runners-Up Wheeler at 5:00 pm tonight. 

The Student Athletic Advisory Committee is bringing back the Athlete of the Week program and starting off strong by recognizing two outstanding Senator student-athletes. Senior Brody Mears was nominated for his first place performance at last week’s Cross Country PCC round robin meet, and his overall positive mental attitude and leadership. 

Freshman Mackenzie Anderson was nominated for her performance in soccer; she shines both as a goalkeeper and on the field. In goal, she's quick and fearless, stopping shots with impressive agility. When she's out on the field, her passing and competitiveness make her stand out. Her energy and skill make her a great teammate, and she motivates everyone around her to play their best. Congratulations to these amazing athletes. 


September 10

Any high school student interested in Work Ethic Certification, please see Mrs. Symer for a participation form. Detailed information about this program can be found in your CCR Google Classroom.  

Ball State and VU will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

Seniors who are applying for the Lilly Scholarship:  remember that your applications are due to Mrs. Symer by Thursday at 3pm!

Robotics club permission papers are outside of Mrs. Gulbrandsen’s room. They need to be filled out and turned in at the first meeting. Our first meeting will be Monday, Sept. 16th 

Key Club Members - please remember to turn in your dues and  membership form asap!  They are due NO LATER than Thursday this week.  See Mrs. Rea if you have any questions!

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will have its first meeting THIS Friday at 7 am. You DO NOT have to be an athlete to join, everyone is welcome. Breakfast will be provided. For any questions email Alivia Goetz or Mrs.Campbell. 

Our middle school cross country team hosted the first annual Senator Invite last night on their home course. Both boys and girls came in 1st place against St. Paul and Wheeler. The top 10 finishers were Annabelle Sexton, Wimberly Scott, Caroline Steele, Porter Wilks, Anthony Hreha, Jackson Reeder, and Kai Suga. Willy Wilks and Jody Stump won their races and set new course records. They are all looking forward to the Rensselaer invite on Saturday. 

The girls varsity soccer team takes on DeMotte Christian tonight at home again after losing in a preseason scrimmage. Come support them as freshman Mckenzie Anderson starts her first varsity game in goal and the team celebrates sweeper Breanna Flints birthday. 

The boys soccer team plays Portage Christian away tonight with kick-off at 5:00 pm. Players, we will be wearing white uniforms with white socks. Report to the cafeteria by 3:30. 

Seniors: check your CCR Classroom for a job opportunity, working right across the street at Dynatect.  


September 9

Purdue is hosting a special event on October 14th for female juniors and seniors interested in the field of engineering.  Go to www.purdue.edu/wiep to register for this exciting opportunity! 

Are you struggling in Math, English, Science, or another course? Would you like some additional one-on-one support from a knowledgeable peer? NHS members are ready to help! We are almost halfway through the semester. Would you like to raise your grade? Please reach out to Mrs. Leighty to request a tutor. Tutors are available to assist both middle and high school students. 

Are you in need of some extra help on homework, or a quiet place to study?  After school tutoring for the high school will begin next week September 10th and 11th (Tuesday and Wednesday) after school until 4:00 in Mrs. Peres' room

Middle School Students-Stop by the table at lunch and help vote for a name for the middle school newspaper.  

Ball State and VU will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested. 


September 6

DECA Members- There will be a meeting this Friday during SRT to vote on officers and to pass out the fundraising information. Your membership fees are due by September 20th, you are welcome to pay that any time before that date. Please plan to attend the meeting. 

Seniors: Prepare those senior quotes! Mrs. Leighty will start collecting yearbook quotes for the yearbook next week! 

Purdue is hosting a special event on October 14th for female juniors and seniors interested in the field of engineering.  Go to www.purdue.edu/wiep to register for this exciting opportunity!  

Attention NHS Members: We are looking for NHS volunteers to tutor Middle School Math two days a week during SRT. Email Mrs. Leighty if you are interested in this opportunity.

Are you in need of some extra help on homework, or a quiet place to study?  After school tutoring for the high school will begin next week September 10th and 11th (Tuesday and Wednesday) after school until 4:00 in Mrs. Peres' room

Middle School Students-Stop by the table at lunch and help vote for a name for the middle school newspaper.  

Good luck to our Senator Marching Band and Color Guard as they perform in tomorrow's Popcorn Parade.  They are #56 in the parade so be sure to cheer them on. 

Attention: NHS members let's earn those service hours.-There are currently concession stand opening at the Girls Soccer Game. Please sign up on classroom. 

The boys soccer team was defeated 1-0 by The Hammond Academy of Science and Technology. The Senators were the better team throughout the game, but could not create a goal nor secure a win. The man of the match was Blake Cavanaugh for solid defending and for surviving an extremely hard tackle.

Our boys soccer team is hosting the Kouts Mustangs this evening. Come out and support our fellow Senators in this East Porter Rivalry game!  Bring a friend, admission for WTS students is only a $1.00! Come dressed in Red and Black and show your Senator Spirit!


September 5

Juniors and Seniors:  Hanover College and University of Chicago will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

The whole group SENIOR Funkhouser photo will be taken on Friday. Please dress up! Suits are not needed, but you should wear nicer school picture attire. If you need inspiration, you may come and look at old class photos displayed on Mrs. Leighty's wall. Ordering information is available on the Senior Google Classroom. The photo will NOT be retaken. If you are absent, you will not be included in the photo. Photo will be taken at 7:45 a.m. 

DECA Members- There will be a meeting this Friday during SRT to vote on officers and to pass out the fundraising information. Your membership fees are due by September 20th, you are welcome to pay that any time before that date. Please plan to attend the meeting. 

An Apple Watch has been turned into the main office. If you believe it is yours, please come down to the main office at some point to claim it. 

Seniors: Prepare those senior quotes! Mrs. Leighty will start collecting yearbook quotes for the yearbook next week! 

Express your creativity and join the Art Club! Call out meeting today in Ms. Watters' room during lunch. If you are unable to attend the call out but would still like to join, send her an email to join the Google Classroom."

Purdue is hosting a special event on October 14th for female juniors and seniors interested in the field of engineering.  Go to www.purdue.edu/wiep to register for this exciting opportunity!  

Reminder in SRT anyone interested in robotics come to a call out meeting in Mrs. Gulbrandsen’s room. We will discuss all the details. 

Bocce practice has been canceled for today.  See you on Friday.  If you are interested in Unified Bocce, we want you.  See Mr. Fields with any questions ASAP.  

The boys soccer team is competing against the Hammond Academy of Science and Technology at home tonight with kickoff at 4:30.  Coach Swann is hoping that the Senators offense of Owen Gilbert, Liam Schott, Jason Bunag, and Lucas Ferguson can significantly add to the measly 1 goal scored so far this season. On the other side of the ball, Goalkeeper Russell Martin is looking for his first career clean sheet. It will be a competitive game, and one that the Senators have to be desperate to win. We'd love for you to come out and support the team! 

The boys' and girls' cross country teams ran their first of three PCC races last night. The boys and girls both finished in 2nd place. The top 25 finishers for the girls were Annabelle Sexton, Wimberly Scott, Caroline Steele, Lexi Elea, Courtney Bauer, and Marion Albertin. Jody Stump took 1st overall with a very impressive race! The top 25 finishers for the boys were Willy Wilks, Porter Wilks, Anthony Hreha, Asher Obajtek, and Kai Suga. 


September 4

Juniors and Seniors:  Hanover College and University of Chicago will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

HS Boys Basketball: Anyone interested in playing HS boys basketball this season, our first workout will be on Thursday, September 5th, at 5 pm, in the Dold Gym.

Do you like to build and battle? Come to the call out meeting this Thursday in Mrs. Gulbrandsen’s room during SRT. We will discuss all things robotics and form our robotics team.

The whole group SENIOR Funkhouser photo will be taken on Friday. Please dress up! Suits are not needed, but you should wear nicer school picture attire. If you need inspiration, you may come and look at old class photos displayed on Mrs. Leighty's wall. Ordering information is available on the Senior Google Classroom. The photo will NOT be retaken. If you are absent, you will not be included in the photo. Photo will be taken at 7:45 a.m. 

Reminder that the first Middle School Spell Bowl practice is today at lunch in Mrs. Campbell’s room.  

DECA Members- There will be a meeting this Friday during SRT to vote on officers and to pass out the fundraising information. Your membership fees are due by September 20th, you are welcome to pay that any time before that date. Please plan to attend the meeting. 

An Apple Watch has been turned into the main office. If you believe it is yours, please come down to the main office at some point to claim it. 

The high school cross-country team traveled to Hebron for the 1st of 3 conference showdowns. The girls team placed 3rd in the conference. Leah Wheeler and Ainsley Goetz ran season bests. Amelia Fiocca placed 22nd, and Paige Hein came in 24th. The boys also placed 3rd in the conference. PRs were run by Carter Jorczak, Oakley Goetz, Karson Kish, Aidan Porter, Adam Rogers, Noah Satterblom, and Ian Vogel. The top 25 finishes were Brody Mears in 1st, Aidan Porter in 11th, Andrew Dykstra in 15th, Carter Jorczak in 17th, Ian Vogel in 19th, Patrick Moore in 24th, and Aiden Suga in 25th. The hoss of the meet went to Ainsley Goetz and Oakley Goetz for their huge PRs. 


September 3

Key Club members - please make sure you check Classroom for volunteer opportunities!  We are adding new events to the list often, so start earning your hours!  We need several  more volunteers for the Popcorn Fest.  Also, please get your dues into Mrs. Rea asap!

Anyone interested in the High School Spell Bowl should stop by Mrs. Butler's room W111 to pick up a word list and get the classroom code.  We will have practice tomorrow. 

Juniors and Seniors:  Wabash College is visiting tomorrow at 9 a.m.  Hanover College and University of Chicago will be visiting next week.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  

HS Boys Basketball: Anyone interested in playing HS boys basketball this season, our first workout will be on Thursday, September 5th, at 5 pm, in the Dold Gym.

The Marines will be visiting during high school lunch today.

Do you like to build and battle? Come to the call out meeting this Thursday in Mrs. Gulbrandsen’s room during SRT. We will discuss all things robotics and form our robotics team.

Middle School headed to Hebron on Saturday to race in the Dave Walker invite. Both teams came in second overall and will be adding trophies to the trophy cases. Asher Objatek became the 10th runner to qualify to run the state meet in October. Our top 30 finishers for the girls were Jody Stump in 2nd, Annabelle Sextion in 10th, and Wibmberly Scott in 16th. Willy Wilks placed 2nd in the boy's race, Porter Wilks took 11th, Anthony Hreha finished in 13th, Jackson Reeder in 17th, Asher Obajek in 20th, and Nash Goetz in 27th. These runners are looking forward to their first PCC round-robin race back at Hebron on Wednesday.

The High School runners ran the infamous course at the Morton Invite over the weekend. Both girls and boys took 2nd place overall!! This means, they too, will add trophies to the trophy case. Rounding out the top 20 finishes for our boys and girls were Brody Mears in 1st, Aidan Porter in 8th, Andrew Dykstra in 12, Carter Jorczak in 15th and Patrick Moore in 17th. Amelia Fiocca placed 2nd, Paige Hein 4th, Ella Compton 5th, Olivia Batthauer16, and Abby Vermillion 19th. The high school will run its first PCC round robin this evening at Hebron.


August 30

Senior NHS members-Dues are due today-bring $20 cash/check to Mrs. Leighty.

DECA is a club that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. We will have our call-out meeting today during SRT until 3:00 pm in Mrs. Earle’s room. You do NOT have to be in a business class to join. Come Friday to hear more details. All High schoolers are welcome to attend.

Key Club members - please make sure you check Classroom for volunteer opportunities!  We are adding new events to the list often, so start earning your hours!  We need several  more volunteers for the Popcorn Fest.  Also, please get your dues into Mrs. Rea asap!

Seniors-If you got an email from Mrs. Leighty or Mrs. Symer, submit your baby picture today. If you have yet to receive an email, it means you already submitted your photo! Submit pictures to Mrs. Leighty.

Anyone interested in the High School Spell Bowl should stop by Mrs. Butler's room W111 to pick up a word list and get the classroom code.  We will have practice next Tuesday. 

High School Student Council will have its call out meeting today during SRT.   Come join the fun in Mrs. Peres' room. 

Juniors and Seniors:  Wabash College is visiting on Wednesday, September 4th at 9 a.m.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  Check your CCR Google Classroom for all of the September and October college visit information. 

 HS Boys Basketball: Anyone interested in playing HS boys basketball this season, our first workout will be on Thursday, September 5th, at 5 pm, in the Dold Gym.

The boys soccer team was defeated 3-0 by Boone Grove. While Coach Swann was undecided on a man of the match, Russell Martin's 10 saves as goalkeeper are worth recognizing and celebrating!  The Senators next game is against Westville on Saturday. 

Students, in the first 11 days of school, 3 glass mirrors have fallen out of student lockers and shattered on the floor. Please remove glass mirrors from your locker and take them home with you. Non-glass mirrors are allowed. There will be consequences for students who decide to keep glass mirrors in their locker. 


August 29

Senior NHS members-Dues are due tomorrow-bring $20 cash/check to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a Middle School Student Council meeting today. If you have decided to join or are considering,  please go to Ms. Billings' class with your lunch today.

DECA is a club that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. We will have our call-out meeting tomorrow during SRT until 3:00 pm in Mrs. Earle’s room. You do NOT have to be in a business class to join. Come Friday to hear more details. All High schoolers are welcome to attend.

Key Club members - please make sure you check Classroom for volunteer opportunities!  We are adding new events to the list often, so start earning your hours!  We need several  more volunteers for the Popcorn Fest.  Also, please get your dues in to Mrs. Rea asap!

Seniors-If you got an email from Mrs. Leighty or Mrs. Symer, submit your baby picture by tomorrow. If you have yet to receive an email, it means you already submitted your photo! Submit pictures by Friday to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a call out meeting for anyone interested in trying out for the dance team this year in Dr. Teixeira's room, N113, at lunch today.

Anyone interested in the High School Spell Bowl should stop by Mrs. Butler's room W111 to pick up a word list and get the classroom code.  We will have practice next Tuesday. 

High School Student Council will have its call out meeting tomorrow during SRT.   Come join the fun in Mrs. Peres' room.  See you Friday!

Juniors and Seniors:  Wabash College is visiting on Wednesday, September 4th at 9 a.m.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  Check your CCR Google Classroom for all of the September and October college visit information.  

The boys soccer team takes on Boone Grove in their first home game of the season. Kickoff is at 4:30. 

Students, in the first 11 days of school, 3 glass mirrors have fallen out of student lockers and shattered on the floor. Please remove glass mirrors from your locker and take them home with you. Non-glass mirrors are allowed. There will be consequences for students who decide to keep glass mirrors in their locker. 


August 28

Senior NHS members-Dues are due on Friday-bring $20 cash/check to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a Middle School Student Council meeting this Thursday. If you have decided to join or are considering,  please go to Ms. Billings' class with your lunch this Thursday.

DECA is a club that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. We will have our call-out meeting THIS FRIDAY during SRT until 3:00 pm in Mrs. Earle’s room. You do NOT have to be in a business class to join. Come Friday to hear more details. All High schoolers are welcome to attend.

Seniors-If you got an email from Mrs. Leighty or Mrs. Symer, submit your baby picture by Friday. If you have yet to receive an email, it means you already submitted your photo! Submit pictures by Friday to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a call out meeting for anyone interested in trying out for the dance team this year in Dr. Teixeira's room, N113, at lunch on Thursday, August 29th. 

Anyone interested in the High School Spell Bowl should stop by Mrs. Butler's room W111 to pick up a word list and get the classroom code.  We will have practice next Tuesday. 

High School Student Council will have its call out meeting Friday, August 30 during SRT.   Come join the fun in Mrs. Peres' room.  See you Friday!

Juniors and Seniors:  Wabash College is visiting on Wednesday, September 4th at 9 a.m.  Sign up with Mrs. Symer if interested.  Check your CCR Google Classroom for all of the September college visit information.  

All sophomores will be taking the ASVAB today!  After announcements, you’ll be dismissed to your testing locations (either the cafeteria or W113).  If you are testing in the cafeteria, please bring your Chromebook. 

Congratulations to our 24-25 Yearbook Editors! Loreli Goetz, Madalyn Richardson, & Layla Reeder We are excited to have awesome student leaders run our student publication this year! 


August 27

Senior NHS members-Dues are due on Friday-bring $20 cash/check to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a Middle School Student Council meeting this Thursday. If you have decided to join or are considering,  please go to Ms. Billings' class with your lunch this Thursday.

DECA is a club that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. We will have our call-out meeting THIS FRIDAY during SRT until 3:00 pm in Mrs. Earle’s room. You do NOT have to be in a business class to join. Come Friday to hear more details. All High schoolers are welcome to attend.

Seniors-If you got an email from Mrs. Leighty or Mrs. Symer, submit your baby picture by Friday. If you have yet to receive an email, it means you already submitted your photo! Submit pictures by Friday to Mrs. Leighty.

There will be a call out meeting for anyone interested in trying out for the dance team this year in Dr. Teixeira's room, N113, at lunch on Thursday, August 29th. 

All sophomores will be taking the ASVAB career exploration test on Wednesday, August 28th.  Large group testing will be in the cafeteria and small group testing will be in Mrs. Arnold’s room (W113).  Students will report to first period for attendance and wait for an announcement over the PA before heading to their test locations.  Please check your email for a message from Mrs. Symer with important test day details. 

High School Student Council will have its call out meeting Friday, August 30 during SRT.   Come join the fun in Mrs. Peres' room.  See you Friday!


August 26

NHS SENIORS -Please bring $20 to Mrs. Leighyt to pay your yearly NHS dues. 

Super exciting news!  Our first Key Club meeting will be held in Mrs.Rea's room during lunch today.  We have so many fun events planned!! Don't miss out!

Senior NHS members-Dues are due on Friday-bring $20 cash/check to Mrs. Leighty.

If weather conditions allow, the boys soccer team will take on Hebron tonight at 4:30. Players, please be hydrating thoroughly throughout the day. Any updates on the game will be passed on as soon as possible.

High School had a great showing at the Dave Walker invite on Saturday! The Senators shattered 11 lifetime Personal Records: Athena Burger, Amelia Fiocca, Julia Ortega, Andrew Dykstra, Aidan Porter, Carter Jorscak, Aiden Suga, Oakley Goetz, Karson Kish, Patrick Moore, and Darien Ribar The team had 2 members represent WT on the awards stage with top 30 finishes. Brody Mears finished 18th and Paige Hein finished 30th. The Hoss award this week went to Leah Wheeler for her first race back from being injured and Aidan Porter for breaking 20 minutes! Support our Senator Runners next Saturday at the Mornin Invite! 


Middle School cross-country started the season strong at the North White invite on Saturday. The girls placed 4 runners in the top 20: Jody Stump 1st, Annabelle Sexton 4th, Wimberly Scott 6th and Caroline Steele 13th. For the boys Willy Wilks took 2nd, Porter Wilks 6th and Jackson Reeder 18th. All of these Senators ran state qualifying times in addition to Nash Goetz and Anthony Hreha. 17 Senators ran a PR and 15 hit their goal times. Next up is the Dave Walker invite on Saturday. Go WTXC


The girls varsity soccer team had their first win of the season on Saturday against North White. Goalies Clair Klinger and Mackenzie Andersen secured their first shutouts while Sophomore Lilly Reeder completed her first hat trick of the season during the first half and scored again in the second half. Sophomore Noelle Kukler scored 1 and senior Clair Klinger scored 2 more to set the score at 7-0.  They play again tonight at Home against Hammond at 5pm


August 23

NHS SENIORS -Please bring $20 to Mrs. Leighyt to pay your yearly NHS dues. 

Super exciting news!  Our first Key Club meeting will be held in Mrs.Rea's room during lunch on Monday, August 26.  We have so many fun events planned!! Don't miss out!

The boys soccer team lost 3-0 to Morgan Township last night. The man of the match was Gavin Kukler for 80 minutes of dominance in the midfield. The boys will be seeking their first win against Hebron next week. 


August 22

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for this Today, Aug 22. This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

MS Student Council will have a call-out meeting Thursday during lunch.  If you might be interested in joining our middle school student council team, get your lunch and go to Ms. Billings' classroom. 

You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00. You have till Aug 30 to purchase your parking permit. 

East Porter FFA callout meeting will be this Friday during SRT! Any high schooler or middle schooler is welcome to attend. We will be meeting at Morgan Twp Ag building at 2:15. Please leave 7th hour 7-10 minutes early to safely get to MT. Ride with a member or drive yourself. Can't wait to have a great year! Email ruth.stoner@eastporter.k12.in.us with any questions.  Please sign up for the meeting using the Google Form below. Google form:  https://forms.gle/ymbqaeetvbbCFCAW9 

NHS SENIORS -Please bring $20 to Mrs. Leighyt to pay your yearly NHS dues. 

Super exciting news!  Our first Key Club meeting will be held in Mrs.Rea's room during lunch on Monday, August 26.  We have so many fun events planned!! Don't miss out!

The boys soccer team travels to Morgan tonight, with kick-off at 4:30. The Senators are going to have to dig deep to compete for their first win of the season against their rivals.Come support the boys if you can! 


August 21

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for this Thursday, Aug 22. This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

MS Student Council will have a call-out meeting Thursday during lunch.  If you might be interested in joining our middle school student council team, get your lunch and go to Ms. Billings' classroom. 

If you are interested in joining Builders Club but missed the call out meeting, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press for information.  

There will be a middle school Spell Bowl call out meeting during lunch on Wednesday in Mrs. Campbell’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Taylor.  

Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  

You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00.You have till Aug 30 to purchase your parking permit. 

If you are still interested in purchasing a 2023/2024 yearbook, you can drop off a check/cash to the WT High School office for $85. The check can be made out to Washington Township High School. There are ONLY 10 copies available. Please see Mrs. Leighty. 

East Porter FFA callout meeting will be this Friday during SRT! Any high schooler or middle schooler is welcome to attend. We will be meeting at Morgan Twp Ag building at 2:15. Please leave 7th hour 7-10 minutes early to safely get to MT. Ride with a member or drive yourself. Can't wait to have a great year! Email ruth.stoner@eastporter.k12.in.us with any questions.  Please sign up for the meeting using the Google Form below. Google form:  https://forms.gle/ymbqaeetvbbCFCAW9 


August 20

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for this Thursday, Aug 22.

This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

Middle School Student Council will have a call-out meeting Thursday during lunch.  If you might be interested in joining our middle school student council team, get your lunch and go to Ms. Billings' classroom. 

There will be a Builders Club Call Out Meeting today for any middle school student interested in joining Builders Club during lunch in Mrs. Press’s room.  Builders Club is a service program for middle school students.  It’s the middle school version of Key Club.   If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press.  

There will be a middle school Spell Bowl call out meeting during lunch on Wednesday in Mrs. Campbell’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Taylor.  

Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  

You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00. 

If you are still interested in purchasing a 2023/2024 yearbook, you can drop off a check/cash to the WT High School office for $85. The check can be made out to Washington Township High School. There are ONLY 10 copies available. Please see Mrs. Leighty. 

East Porter FFA callout meeting will be this Friday during SRT! Any high schooler or middle schooler is welcome to attend. We will be meeting at Morgan Twp Ag building at 2:15. Please leave 7th hour 7-10 minutes early to safely get to MT. Ride with a member or drive yourself. Can't wait to have a great year! Email ruth.stoner@eastporter.k12.in.us with any questions.  Please sign up for the meeting using the Google Form below. Google form:  https://forms.gle/ymbqaeetvbbCFCAW9 

High school students--you are not allowed to use the middle school hallway to get to classes in the north or south hallways.  The only exceptions are the high school aides in the middle school, students taking health and students taking German.  Health students may access the health room from the north hallway.  German students may access the German room from the south hallway.  High school students caught in the middle school hallway without permission will receive discipline referrals.

The boys soccer team were defeated 2-1 by Marquette Catholic last night. Jason Bunag scored the Senators only goal of the night. The man of the match was Billy Greene for a lockdown defensive performance at fullback in his first high school game! 


August 19

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for this Thursday, Aug 22.

This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

There will be a Builders Club Call Out Meeting on Tuesday for any middle school student interested in joining Builders Club during lunch in Mrs. Press’s room.  Builders Club is a service program for middle school students.  It’s the middle school version of Key Club.    If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press.  

There will be a middle school Spell Bowl call out meeting during lunch on Wednesday in Mrs. Campbell’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Taylor.  

Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  

You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00. 

If you are still interested in purchasing a 2023/2024 yearbook, you can drop off a check/cash to the WT High School office for $85. The check can be made out to Washington Township High School. There are ONLY 10 copies available. Please see Mrs. Leighty. 

East Porter FFA callout meeting will be this Friday during SRT! Any high schooler or middle schooler is welcome to attend. We will be meeting at Morgan Twp Ag building at 2:15. Please leave 7th hour 7-10 minutes early to safely get to MT. Ride with a member or drive yourself. Can't wait to have a great year! Email ruth.stoner@eastporter.k12.in.us with any questions.  Please sign up for the meeting using the Google Form below. Google form:  https://forms.gle/ymbqaeetvbbCFCAW9 

Congratulations goes out to senior Jaiden Serles for being named the new Porter County Career Center's PC3 Radio station manager. She will oversee the schedule for all of the shows as well as all content that plays on the station. We have no doubt that she will set a great example for the future students of PC3 Radio. Congratulations, Jaiden!

Congratulations goes out to senior Asher VanderWoude for being named as the Porter County Career Center's PC3 supervising producer of “The Friday Show” for the 2024-25 school year. Asher has a tremendous passion for creativity, editing and filmmaking and will put together and oversee each episode prior to its release. Be sure to check out the first show of season 3 this Friday. Best of luck, Asher!

Congratulations Aiden Suga for winning the Amazon Gift Card from the Student Council's Kleenex drive.  Stop by Mrs. Peres' room for your gift card.

Our high school cross-country runners had an impressive start to their season on Saturday at the Elkhart Early Bird Invitational. Both the girls and boys placed 5th amongst the expert field of competitors. Brody Mears, Paige Hein, and Amelia Fiocca represented the Senators by accepting awards for their top 20 finishes. The team had 9 runners with lifetime personal records.  Darien Ribar and Amelia Fiocca were voted the Hoss of the meet for an amazing start to their freshman seasons. The boys and girls' team is looking forward to their next meet on Saturday at the Dave Walker invite in Hebron. 

High school students--you are not allowed to use the middle school hallway to get to classes in the north or south hallways.  The only exceptions are the high school aides in the middle school, students taking health and students taking German.  Health students may access the health room from the north hallway.  German students may access the German room from the south hallway.  High school students caught in the middle school hallway without permission will receive discipline referrals.


August 16

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for Thursday, Aug 22.

This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.

If you are a high schooler who wants to be in choir this year but could not fit it in your schedule there are still ways for you to participate. If you are interested or have questions please talk to Mr. Albright or send him an email. Otherwise, if you want to join choir and it does fit in your schedule let Mr. Albright know.

There will be a Builders Club Call Out Meeting on Tuesday for any middle school student interested in joining Builders Club during lunch in Mrs. Press’s room.  Builders Club is a service program for middle school students.  It’s the middle school version of Key Club.    If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press.  

There will be a middle school Spell Bowl call out meeting during lunch on Wednesday in Mrs. Campbell’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Taylor.  

Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  

Today will be the last day for all schedule changes.  Please email Mrs. Symer if you have a request, and she will respond as quickly as possible.

You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00. 

SENIOR NHS members: This is the first opportunity for NHS hours this year. We need concession workers for this Saturday from 9 to 12 to work on the concession stand. We are looking for four volunteers. If you are interested, please email Mrs. Leighty to sign up! 

Hey all Key Club Members, and wanna-be Key Club members!  Please log onto our Google Classroom and start signing up for upcoming events!  Check out the Classroom Code outside of Mrs. Rea's room, and don't miss out on the fun activities!  We will be having our first meeting soon - please listen to the announcements!!


August 15

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for Thursday, Aug 22.

This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.


If you are a high schooler who wants to be in choir this year but could not fit it in your schedule there are still ways for you to participate. If you are interested or have questions please talk to Mr. Albright or send him an email. Otherwise, if you want to join choir and it does fit in your schedule let Mr. Albright know.

There will be a Builders Club Call Out Meeting on Tuesday for any middle school student interested in joining Builders Club during lunch in Mrs. Press’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press.  

Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  


This Friday will be the last day for all schedule changes.  Please email Mrs. Symer if you have a request, and she will respond as quickly as possible.


You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00, you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00.


Samantha Bunag, Nicole Bunag, Jason Bunag, Breanna Flint, Julia Ortega, and Elizabeth Seifert-please come to the office at this time for a picture. 


The Boys Soccer Team has a scrimmage tonight at home tonight against John Glenn kicking off at 5 pm. There is no admission fee for this game.

August 14

Picture Day for Washington Township Middle-High School is scheduled for Thursday, Aug 22.

This event's Order Code is 87610TF.  Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.


If you are a high schooler who wants to be in choir this year but could not fit it in your schedule there are still ways for you to participate. If you are interested or have questions please talk to Mr. Albright or send him an email. Otherwise, if you want to join choir and it does fit in your schedule let Mr. Albright know.


There will be a Builders Club Call Out Meeting on Tuesday for any middle school student interested in joining Builders Club during lunch in Mrs. Press’s room.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Campbell or Mrs. Press.  


Wired headphones are for sale in Mrs. Campbell’s room for $1.  


This Friday will be the last day for all schedule changes.  Please email Mrs. Symer if you have a request, and she will respond as quickly as possible.


You may pick up your Parking Permit paperwork in the main office. Cost is $5.00 , you will also need your drug testing money paid . That is $6.00.