Congratulations to the cast and crew of this year's spring musical, Twice Upon a Time! We are so proud of all of your hard work, every one did an amazing job! A BIG thank you to directors Mrs. Duncan, Mrs. Ray, and Miss Ray for all of your hard work putting together a wonderful show!
“Ray Crowe” State Historical Marker Dedicated in Whiteland!
A new Indiana state historical marker commemorating esteemed basketball coach, educator, and politician Ray Crowe was unveiled in the town of Whiteland Friday.
The text follows for the state marker entitled “Ray Crowe, 1915-2003”: Trailblazing basketball coach Ray Crowe of Johnson County excelled at multiple sports at Whiteland High School and Indiana Central College in the 1930s before beginning a career in education. In 1950, he became head basketball coach at Indianapolis’s all-Black Crispus Attucks High School. Crowe led Attucks to the state finals four times, winning titles in 1955 and ’56. Crowe’s emphasis on good sportsmanship and fast-paced, aggressive play helped Attucks become the first all-Black team to win the state championship and challenged pervasive racism. He served as athletic director at Attucks from 1957-1967. As a member of the Indiana House of Representatives (1967-1975), Crowe worked to make education more equitable and accessible.
The new state historical marker examines Crowe’s lasting impact on Indiana basketball. Crowe grew up on a Johnson County farm and was a multi-sport athlete at Whiteland High School before enrolling at Indianapolis Central College (now the University of Indianapolis). He became a coach, teacher, athletic director, Republican State Representative, director of Indy Parks and Recreation, and Indianapolis City-County Council member. In 1968, he was inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport. Crowe led Indianapolis’s Crispus Attucks High School to consecutive state basketball titles in 1955 and 1956, becoming Indiana’s first all-Black team to win the state championship. The Indiana High School Athletic Association had prohibited all-Black and Catholic schools from participating in the tournament until 1942. Oscar Robertson has said that the success of Crowe’s Attucks teams helped racial relations in Indianapolis and eased integration of the public schools. “When I met Ray Crowe, I could tell immediately he was a special person”, says CPCSC School Board member, and former Whiteland Athletic Director, “Butch” Zike. “We renamed our top athletic award after Ray because of his impeccable character and leadership. He just did things the right way”, stated Zike. Clark-Pleasant Superintendent Timothy Edsell shared similar thoughts on Crowe’s contributions. “You’re not in Johnson County very long before hearing about Ray Crowe. When you read about his history of growing up on a farm here, leading the charge for racial equality through basketball, education, state government and Indianapolis politics, it’s an unprecedented story to say the least,” says Edsell.
This is the first state historical marker in the town of Whiteland and the seventh to be installed in Johnson County.
Folk Dance Night March 21, 2024 5-7pm
DANCING, DIALOGUE AND SINGING!
The curtain goes up at 6 o'clock tonight at Break-O-Day Elementary where 5th graders will put on their musical; "Twice Upon A Time", A Modern Princess Tale.
There is no charge for Break-O-Day Families however donations are being accepted to help with the cost of producing the musical.
Tomorrow is the last day to order yearbooks! To order online go to https://inter-state.com/order Use Code: 82682D
Pajama Day fundraiser tomorrow!
Folk Dance club practiced today after school. Want to see how awesome Folk Dance is? Join us next Thursday, March 21 from 5:30-7pm
SCHOOL ZONE COMING TO U.S. 31 IN WHITELAND!
The Indiana Department of Transportation plans to implement a new school zone along US 31 near Whiteland Road beginning on/after Tuesday March 12, 2024. A total of 6 school zone flashing signals will be installed along U.S. 31, as well as 2 advance school zone warning signs. The school zone speed limit will be 35 mph, while school zone signals are flashing.
Friday is the last day to order yearbooks! To order online go to
https://inter-state.com/order
Use Code: 82682D
Join us Thursday for the Spring Musical Twice Upon a Time.
Help us "stuff the bus!" BES is collecting donations through March 21. Items will be delivered on March 22.
Are you ready to make a difference in the classroom? Become a substitute teacher in our school district through Kelly Education! Apply today and embark on a fulfilling journey shaping young minds. Click here to inquire: https://bit.ly/3TsxY26 or call 800-991-5157 option 2.
The Time to Prepare is NOW!
Governor Eric Holcomb has proclaimed March 10–16, 2024, as Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Clark-Pleasant Community School Corp. urges everyone in our community to be as prepared for severe weather as possible. Here are some important reminders.
Twice Upon a Time is Coming to BES
Grassy Creek Elementary is honored to host a fundraising campaign to benefit the Riley Heart Center at Riley Children's Health. Your gift helps support a multidisciplinary team of experienced pediatric specialists who manage complex heart care. https://bit.ly/3SYT86q
The BES robotics team had their last competition on Saturday at New Palestine. Their robots placed 24th and 30th! We are so proud of all their hard work this year!
Knockout with Mr.Bockelman! Students used their Warrior Way tickets to purchase this experience, playing knockout! Mrs.Shipp even joined in on the fun!
Over the weekend, the BES choir participated in the Circle of State with Song held at Clark Pleasant Middle school. Students sang with other elementary school choirs in our districts and surrounding districts. They did an amazing job! A big THANK YOU goes to music teacher, Ms.Thorne for her great work with the choir!
Congratulations to kindergarten student Easton Hargraves! Easton won the family admission pass to the Candy Land Kids prom!
President's Day 2024!
Enjoy your extended weekend. We'll see you back in class on Tuesday.
