UPDATE: Please use door 12! FAST TRACK IS TOMORROW! If you have registered for Fast Track please remember, Fast Track will be held TOMORROW Thursday, July 24, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Clark-Pleasant Middle School located at 1354 E. Worthsville Road, Greenwood, IN 46143. Can't wait to see you there!
As our staff members are getting everything ready for this year's Fast Track event , we wanted to let everyone know of an opportunity to help United Way to continue to support this program. Join us tonight Tuesday, July 22, 2025 from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Chick-fil-A in Greenwood 155 S. Marlin Dr. for a Dine-to-Donate. Enjoy some chicken for dinner while supporting the United Way and our students!
✨ School Board Meeting Highlights – July 2025 ✨
Last night’s board meeting was filled with recognition, celebration, and a continued commitment to excellence across our district! 👏
🌍 A Huge Congratulations to the WCHS Spanish Honor Society Leadership Board
Dr. Edsell recognized this outstanding group for earning the prestigious National Chapter of the Year from the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)! Their dedication to cultural events, community service, and academic excellence truly embodies global citizenship and the power of language learning.
Leadership Board Members:
Haroon Mardanzai – President
Alex Smith – Vice President
Cooper Adams – Secretary
Jael Evangelista-Muños – Treasurer
Damanpreet Kaur – Historian
Peyton Charles – Historian
Ashley Cooprider – Academic Chair
Gracie Serrano – Volunteering Chair
Bailey Orange – Engagement Chair
Aubrey Saylor – Display Case Chair
Advisors: Cara Adams & Mizraim Lorenzo-Aguilar
Congratulations Megan Smallwood!
We are excited to announce Megan Smallwood as the newly appointed Director of the Clark-Pleasant Early Learning Center. We look forward to the incredible work she’ll do for our youngest learners!
🏆 Recognize Excellence Honorees
Dr. Schilawski honored two incredible team members this month:
Certified Employee of the Month: Sarah Shover, 5th Grade Teacher @ CES
Classified Employee of the Month: Caitlin Jones, Media Specialist @ GCE
We’re proud of our staff and students who continue to make Clark-Pleasant a place of innovation, care, and excellence! 💙 #CPCSCproud #RecognizeExcellence #GlobalCitizens #WCHSShines #LanguageMatters #FutureFocused
📚☀️ Summer of Learning – Round 2 is in full swing! ☀️📚
Even though school hasn't officially started, our incredible Clark-Pleasant educators are already back in the buildings—learning, growing, and preparing to make this school year the best one yet!
This week, teachers are diving into:
✨ Skyward, our new student information system
📖 Wonders Language Arts curriculum for grades K–5
🧠 Data-driven instruction and problem-solving strategies
🤝 Supporting and welcoming Multilingual Learners
🧮 Math lesson design
🛡️ Student safety and supervision
👩🏫 Leading effective PLCs
🎯 Individualized supports like IEPs, ILPs, FBA & BIP
From early morning sessions to energizing afternoon deep-dives, our staff is proving once again: learning never stops—especially for those who teach!
#CPCSC #SummerOfLearning #EducatorExcellence #WondersCurriculum #SkywardReady #StudentSuccess #SafeSchools
Even though school hasn't officially started, our incredible Clark-Pleasant educators are already back in the buildings—learning, growing, and preparing to make this school year the best one yet!
This week, teachers are diving into:
✨ Skyward, our new student information system
📖 Wonders Language Arts curriculum for grades K–5
🧠 Data-driven instruction and problem-solving strategies
🤝 Supporting and welcoming Multilingual Learners
🧮 Math lesson design
🛡️ Student safety and supervision
👩🏫 Leading effective PLCs
🎯 Individualized supports like IEPs, ILPs, FBA & BIP
From early morning sessions to energizing afternoon deep-dives, our staff is proving once again: learning never stops—especially for those who teach!
#CPCSC #SummerOfLearning #EducatorExcellence #WondersCurriculum #SkywardReady #StudentSuccess #SafeSchools
💙 You're Invited to a Very Special Celebration 💙
Please join us on Friday, August 15th at 2:30 p.m. at 700 Sawmill Road, New Whiteland, IN 46184 for a heartfelt Naming Ceremony and Grand Opening of a school unlike any other.
This day is monumental—not just because we’re opening a new building, but because we’re honoring a remarkable individual who has made a lasting impact on our community. This new K–5 school is home to a therapeutic program built around compassion, growth, and hope. It's a place where the whole child is supported—emotionally, socially, and academically—to help them reach their full potential in school and in life.
❤️ The celebration will include:
🔹 A touching name unveiling ceremony
🔹 Presentation of the key to the building
🔹 Tours of the new school and program
🔹 Speeches from families, school leaders, board members, and partners who helped make this vision a reality
This is more than a building—it's a promise to our students and their futures. We hope you’ll be there to share in this meaningful moment with us. #ClarkPleasantCares #BuildingHope #WholeChildWholeHeart
Please join us on Friday, August 15th at 2:30 p.m. at 700 Sawmill Road, New Whiteland, IN 46184 for a heartfelt Naming Ceremony and Grand Opening of a school unlike any other.
This day is monumental—not just because we’re opening a new building, but because we’re honoring a remarkable individual who has made a lasting impact on our community. This new K–5 school is home to a therapeutic program built around compassion, growth, and hope. It's a place where the whole child is supported—emotionally, socially, and academically—to help them reach their full potential in school and in life.
❤️ The celebration will include:
🔹 A touching name unveiling ceremony
🔹 Presentation of the key to the building
🔹 Tours of the new school and program
🔹 Speeches from families, school leaders, board members, and partners who helped make this vision a reality
This is more than a building—it's a promise to our students and their futures. We hope you’ll be there to share in this meaningful moment with us. #ClarkPleasantCares #BuildingHope #WholeChildWholeHeart
Here are some helpful dates and information as you prepare to come back to school!
Back-to-School Information 2025/26
CPMS Registration Day
Wednesday, July 23 | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM - All incoming middle school students must attend this
required registration event.
Early College Parent Night
Wednesday, July 23 | 6:00–7:30 PM - Held in the high school café/media center. For families of
students in the Early College program.
Fast Track – Located at Clark-Pleasant Middle School
Thursday, July 24 | 6:00–7:30 PM - This is for families who signed up for Fast Track.
Freshman Open House & Picture Day
Thursday, July 24 | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM - Open to all incoming 9th grade students.
High School Open House & Picture Day (All other Grades)
Friday, July 25 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Students in all grades can attend this open house and get
school pictures taken.
Elementary Open Houses for Grassy Creek, Ray Crowe, Clark, Whiteland, Break-O-Day, and
Pleasant Crossing Elementary Schools
Monday, July 28 | 5:00–6:30 PM - Come meet your child’s teacher and visit the classroom.
First Day of School
Wednesday, July 30 - We can’t wait to welcome students back into the building!
Visit our Quick Links on the school website for more information! https://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/o/district/page/back-to-school-information
Back-to-School Information 2025/26
CPMS Registration Day
Wednesday, July 23 | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM - All incoming middle school students must attend this
required registration event.
Early College Parent Night
Wednesday, July 23 | 6:00–7:30 PM - Held in the high school café/media center. For families of
students in the Early College program.
Fast Track – Located at Clark-Pleasant Middle School
Thursday, July 24 | 6:00–7:30 PM - This is for families who signed up for Fast Track.
Freshman Open House & Picture Day
Thursday, July 24 | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM - Open to all incoming 9th grade students.
High School Open House & Picture Day (All other Grades)
Friday, July 25 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Students in all grades can attend this open house and get
school pictures taken.
Elementary Open Houses for Grassy Creek, Ray Crowe, Clark, Whiteland, Break-O-Day, and
Pleasant Crossing Elementary Schools
Monday, July 28 | 5:00–6:30 PM - Come meet your child’s teacher and visit the classroom.
First Day of School
Wednesday, July 30 - We can’t wait to welcome students back into the building!
Visit our Quick Links on the school website for more information! https://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/o/district/page/back-to-school-information
Congratulations to our Whiteland FFA chapter Vice-President, Jack Kelsay, for being named 2025 Master Showman at the Johnson County Fair! Congratulations to all of our students who participated in the Johnson County Fair this past week with 4-H and FFA activities. We are so proud of your accomplishments!
Reminder: We have a regularly scheduled school board meeting on Monday, July 21st at 7:00 p.m. located at the administration building 50 Center St. Whiteland, IN 46184. We hope to see you there!
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🎉 New Teacher Orientation Day! 🎉
Today we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest team members to Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation! The day kicked off with a warm Warrior welcome from our amazing WCHS cheerleaders , showing our excitement for our new teachers who are joining our team. 💙🧡
We started the day with inspiring words from our leadership—Dr. Edsell, Superintendent, and Dr. Shipp, Assistant Superintendent—who reminded us all why we're here and gave us encouraging words to remember this year when times get tough.
We said a big thank you to Ron Wallman of Horace Mann for sponsoring a light breakfast to fuel the day,
Our administrative team was introduced before staff headed into breakout sessions to dive deeper into their roles and learn more about what makes CPCSC such a special place to work and grow.
We’re thrilled to have these incredible educators join our family—welcome to the team! 🙌🍎 #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior #NewTeacherOrientation #WeAreClarkPleasant #WelcomeWarriors
Today we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest team members to Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation! The day kicked off with a warm Warrior welcome from our amazing WCHS cheerleaders , showing our excitement for our new teachers who are joining our team. 💙🧡
We started the day with inspiring words from our leadership—Dr. Edsell, Superintendent, and Dr. Shipp, Assistant Superintendent—who reminded us all why we're here and gave us encouraging words to remember this year when times get tough.
We said a big thank you to Ron Wallman of Horace Mann for sponsoring a light breakfast to fuel the day,
Our administrative team was introduced before staff headed into breakout sessions to dive deeper into their roles and learn more about what makes CPCSC such a special place to work and grow.
We’re thrilled to have these incredible educators join our family—welcome to the team! 🙌🍎 #OnceAWarriorAlwaysAWarrior #NewTeacherOrientation #WeAreClarkPleasant #WelcomeWarriors
FAST TRACK IS ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! Thanks to the United Way of Johnson County, we are able to accomodate the 433 students registered this year. Fast Track will be held Thursday, July 24, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Clark-Pleasant Middle School located at 1354 E. Worthsville Road, Greenwood, IN 46143. Those who are registered, please mark your calendars. If you have not registered, you can still attend, but you will be served after those who have registered in advance.
🎉 Mark your calendars! 🎉
Join us for the 3rd Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 at 5:30 PM!
📍 Football Field – 300 Main St, Whiteland, IN 46184
Hosted by:
👮♂️ Clark-Pleasant PD
👮♂️ Whiteland PD
👮♂️ New Whiteland PD
👮♂️ Johnson County Sheriff’s Office
🎧 Music by DJ Medic
🌭 Free Food & Drinks
🎈 Family Fun, Games, and More!
💙 It’s all for the kids!
Bring the whole family for a night of community, fun, and connection!
#NationalNightOut #WhitelandIN #DJMedicIndy #CommunityStrong #BackTheBlue #FamilyFunNight
Join us for the 3rd Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 at 5:30 PM!
📍 Football Field – 300 Main St, Whiteland, IN 46184
Hosted by:
👮♂️ Clark-Pleasant PD
👮♂️ Whiteland PD
👮♂️ New Whiteland PD
👮♂️ Johnson County Sheriff’s Office
🎧 Music by DJ Medic
🌭 Free Food & Drinks
🎈 Family Fun, Games, and More!
💙 It’s all for the kids!
Bring the whole family for a night of community, fun, and connection!
#NationalNightOut #WhitelandIN #DJMedicIndy #CommunityStrong #BackTheBlue #FamilyFunNight
These smiling little faces were part of our Kindergarten Jumpstart program today at Pleasant Crossing. Today was the first day, but we will have excited incoming Kindergarteners in our buildings tomorrow and Thursday as well. This is a great way for our students to get acclimated to school and ready for a fantastic year!
🥄 Clark-Pleasant Food Service Workshop 2024-25 🥞
Today, our incredible Food Service team gathered for their annual workshop—a day full of recognition, updates, reflection, and connection!
👏 Congratulations to our Years of Service honorees:
Debbie Colyer – 10 Years
Kandy Doyle – 25 Years 🎉
🏅 2024-25 Food Service Employee Nominees of the Year:
Allyson Sweeney, Amber Fields, Andrea Delongchamp, Carol Sexton, Christy Westerfield, Debbie Colyer, Karen Perry, and Kelly Mathers.
(Not pictured: Delma Elkins)
🌟 A special shoutout to Cheri Stewart, who was honored with a 2025 Legacy Award from the graduating class—what an amazing impact!
The day included breakfast, messages from our admin team, a year-in-review presentation, food code updates, and fun group activities. Thank you to our dedicated food service staff for all they do to serve our students every day! 💙💚
#CPCSC #FoodServiceHeroes #ClarkPleasantProud
Today, our incredible Food Service team gathered for their annual workshop—a day full of recognition, updates, reflection, and connection!
👏 Congratulations to our Years of Service honorees:
Debbie Colyer – 10 Years
Kandy Doyle – 25 Years 🎉
🏅 2024-25 Food Service Employee Nominees of the Year:
Allyson Sweeney, Amber Fields, Andrea Delongchamp, Carol Sexton, Christy Westerfield, Debbie Colyer, Karen Perry, and Kelly Mathers.
(Not pictured: Delma Elkins)
🌟 A special shoutout to Cheri Stewart, who was honored with a 2025 Legacy Award from the graduating class—what an amazing impact!
The day included breakfast, messages from our admin team, a year-in-review presentation, food code updates, and fun group activities. Thank you to our dedicated food service staff for all they do to serve our students every day! 💙💚
#CPCSC #FoodServiceHeroes #ClarkPleasantProud
📣Hiring Alert!📣
Join our dedicated team at Clark-Pleasant Middle School as a Resource Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, specializing in co-teaching 8th Grade Math! You'll be instrumental in providing specially designed instruction and evidence-based interventions to our students, collaborating closely with general education teachers to support diverse learning needs in an inclusive environment. If you're a passionate educator with a valid Indiana special education license (Mild Intervention preferred), experience working with students with special needs, and a commitment to fostering intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development, we encourage you to apply and help ALL students reach their potential at Clark-Pleasant Middle School!
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📣Hiring Alert!📣 Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation is looking for a Preschool Special Education Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year at the Clark-Pleasant Early Learning Center!
In this role, you'll be key to our students' success: You'll deliver high-level instruction for students with IEPs. You'll develop effective instructional strategies and assessments that focus on state standards. You'll commit to professional growth and be an instrumental part of our instructional team. We're looking for candidates with a valid special education license (Mild Intervention minimum, with multiple teaching areas preferred), experience working with elementary school-aged children (preschool experience is a huge plus!), and the ability to work collaboratively. (We'll chat about other responsibilities during the interview!) If you're ready to make a difference for young learners, apply today! https://www.applitrack.com/cpcsck12in/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22Clark-Pleasant+Early+Learning+Center%22&AppliTrackJobId=2475&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
In this role, you'll be key to our students' success: You'll deliver high-level instruction for students with IEPs. You'll develop effective instructional strategies and assessments that focus on state standards. You'll commit to professional growth and be an instrumental part of our instructional team. We're looking for candidates with a valid special education license (Mild Intervention minimum, with multiple teaching areas preferred), experience working with elementary school-aged children (preschool experience is a huge plus!), and the ability to work collaboratively. (We'll chat about other responsibilities during the interview!) If you're ready to make a difference for young learners, apply today! https://www.applitrack.com/cpcsck12in/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22Clark-Pleasant+Early+Learning+Center%22&AppliTrackJobId=2475&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
DON’T FORGET: We’re Moving to Skyward!
Clark‑Pleasant Community School Corporation will be transitioning from Synergy to Skyward as our new Student Information System!
Why this matters?
Skyward is an all‑in‑one, user‑friendly platform where families can:
✅ View & update student information
✅ Submit absences electronically
✅ Track grades and academic progress
✅ Stay connected with the district
📅 Stay tuned for more information and login instructions coming soon!
Thank you for your ongoing support as we make this exciting upgrade!
#CPCSC #Skyward #FamilyAccess #ClarkPleasantConnected #StudentSuccess
🎶✈️ The sound of Whiteland is going global!
Students and directors , Ms. Briel, Ms. Lang, and Mr. Godsey , from the Whiteland Community High School Band & Choir Programs just returned from an unforgettable European Tour as part of Indiana Musicians Abroad! 🌍🎼
They performed in world-renowned cities including London, Paris, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany, with a special extension to Prague for several students and Ms. Briel.
Bravo to these talented musicians for sharing their gifts on an international stage and embracing so many incredible cultures along the way! 💙🎵#IndianaMusiciansAbroad
🌷 Flower Power for Mental Health! 🌷
On Friday, June 20th, Oberer’s Flowers led a beautiful Flower Arranging Class at our Admin Building as part of our Project AWARE Grant. This is just one of many classes offered year-round for our staff to help reduce stress and foster positive mental health and well‑being.
A special thank you to Erica Garrity for spearheading these amazing opportunities for our employees! 💐
#ProjectAWARE #EmployeeWellness #MentalHealthMatters
📢 Important Update: We're Moving from Synergy to Skyward!
Starting July 1, Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation will begin officially transitioning from Synergy to Skyward as our new student information system.
Why Skyward?
Skyward is a comprehensive, user-friendly platform that serves as a one-stop shop for all student data. This system will help streamline communication between the district and families by housing essential information such as:
Enrollment and registration
Attendance and discipline
Course performance (grades and report cards)
State and federal reporting tied to school funding
Family Access Portal
CPCSC families will use Skyward's Family Access to:
View and update student information
Submit absences electronically
Track academic progress throughout the year
And much more!
We’re excited about this upgrade and confident that Skyward will enhance your ability to stay informed and connected.
Stay tuned for more information and login instructions!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
#CPCSC #Skyward #FamilyAccess #ClarkPleasantConnected #StudentSuccess
Whiteland FFA attended the 2025 Indiana FFA State Convention this past week. Our chapter was extremely successful, coming home with three State Champion titles, five state Top 4 CDEs/LDEs, three Living to Serve Awards, two Model of Innovation Awards, and four members earning their Indiana FFA Hoosier Degree! In addition we finished off the week with Whiteland FFA being named an Indiana Big 10, Gold, and Superior Chapter for 2025!
