MSD of Steuben County

Christmas music filled the air today as the Angola High School (AHS) band, accompanied by the Angola Middle School (AMS) 8th-grade band, visited our elementary schools. Band directors Bob Myers and Shana Lank guided the talented musicians through festive renditions of beloved Christmas classics. The performance began with the 8th-grade band, followed by the high school band, and ended in a group performance of "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch." The elementary students enthusiastically joined in, singing along to "Frosty the Snowman" and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer." These musical moments highlight the beauty of our close-knit community, providing incredible opportunities for our students to showcase their talents and inspire younger learners to explore the joy of playing musical instruments.

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This morning, the gymnasium at Hendry Park Elementary buzzed with anticipation. Principal Mr. Stellhorn stood before the excited students, ready to introduce a very special guest: Mayor Dave Martin. Mayor Martin had come to recognize an outstanding achievement in creativity. Earlier in October, the mayor's office had launched an Angola Elementary Schools art contest, inviting local students to submit hand-drawn artwork for the official city Christmas card. It was a unique opportunity for young artists to showcase their talent and potentially see their work displayed throughout the community. After careful consideration, the mayor announced the winner: Chase Beer, a talented student from Hendry Park Elementary. Chase, the son of Jared and Cheryl Beer, had created a winning piece that captured the holiday spirit and impressed the selection committee. Additionally, a fellow Hendry Park student was honored as the runner-up, further highlighting the school's artistic talent. MSDSC is proud of the students’ creativity and thankful to the mayor's office for providing the opportunity. The event not only celebrated artistic achievement but also demonstrated the strong connection between the school and the local community.

Last night, the AMS and AHS choirs delivered a wonderful performance, they also looked amazing. A special thanks to Farmers State Bank of Angola, whose generous donation in September helped us outfit our students in beautiful new choir attire. Thank you to all the community that came out last night to listen and to Farmers State Bank for supporting the arts in our schools!

We are proud to announce. Ryan Park has been ranked as a "Best Elementary School" by U.S. News and World Report. Ryan Park Elementary distinguished itself by demonstrating both high academic achievement and an ability to support and elevate student learning across all segments of its student body. This recognition underscores the school's dedication to providing quality education and creating opportunities for every student to succeed. We are incredibly proud of our students, teachers, and staff. This award validates our ongoing commitment to educational excellence and equity.

📢 Calling all elementary-aged parents! 📢 Get ready for our third "Raising Strong Readers" webinar! Join us on December 12th from 5:30-6:15 PM as we dive into a FREE Reading Fluently. Webinar!🚀 Register now at bit.ly/MSDSCRaisingReaders 📚 Learn practical strategies to help your child become a confident and expressive reader. 🎁 Bonus: Two lucky attendees will win a Walmart gift card! Missed our previous sessions? No worries! Catch the recordings below: Session 1: https://youtu.be/SUh5NRnz9bQ?si=uqssARwpUMl81zJL Session 2: https://youtu.be/fMUBVDUKtXk?si=Pk9_e4FJvtmw-oJi

Over 40 budding young scientists from our elementary school showcased their research and creativity at this year's science fair. Students presented fascinating experiments, exploring questions like: Which water bottle truly keeps things the coldest? What popcorn brand pops the most perfectly? We're incredibly proud of all our students who participated in the competition. Special congratulations to those who will advance to the district competitions. You might just be on your way to the regionals at Trine University and maybe even to the state finals! Keep exploring, questioning, and discovering! 🌟🧪#SmallCommunitiesBigOpportunities #SteubenStories

MSDSC is on a two-hour delay today, due to icy road conditions, Friday 12/6

MSDSC is on a two-hour delay today. School start times - Elementary 9:55. Middle School 9:55, High School 10:00 Drive safe! See you soon!

Mrs. Crankshaw's 1st-grade class embraced November's civic and cultural themes through an engaging educational experience. Students explored elections and Thanksgiving by participating in the WLKI Annual Charity Pie Auction for Cops for Kids. As part of their community involvement, the class conducted a democratic pie flavor vote, offering three enticing options: Caramel Apple, Gingerbread, and Brownie Pecan. Gingerbread was the clear favorite. A thoughtful parent baked the winning pie and provided samples for students to taste, enhancing their learning experience. The Gingerbread pie was ultimately purchased by Nate's Lawncare during the auction, supporting local charitable efforts. Great Job Mrs. Crankshaws Class. #SmallCommunitiesBigOpportunities

🥇 ANGOLA TAKES THE GOLD! 🥇 We CRUSHED the First in Math Zip Code Challenge with a WHOPPING 36,321 problems solved! 🤯 Thanks to our amazing students, teachers, families, and community members, Angola dominated this state-wide competition! This victory proves that MSD and the Angola community are THE places to be for mathematicians! Because of our win, we'll be receiving special prizes, games, and software for our schools to celebrate the win! 🎉

Join us for Elementary High Ability Parent Night on Thursday, December 5th at 6:00 PM in the Ryan Park Cafeteria! Learn about amazing local resources and opportunities to enrich your child's education. 📚🌟 Sign up: https://forms.gle/mYreEwySanwt7JGv5

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"December is here, but let's take a moment to celebrate some moments from November in our school community! 🏫✨ At Angola High School University students visited Carlin Park, sharing valuable insights about future opportunities. Our Angola Middle School community honored our heroes with a Veterans Day Celebration, beginning with a special breakfast and a moving presentation. The Trine Women's Hockey team brought excitement to Hendry Park, while Ryan Park celebrated its December Rhino Way winners with a spirited parade. Over at Pleasant Lake Montessori, students got into the Thanksgiving spirit with a creative turkey bowling competition. These moments remind us of the vibrant, supportive, and innovative learning environments in our schools. Proud to be part of such an amazing community! 🇺🇸📚🏆"

We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.

Wishing our wonderful community a warm and joyful Thanksgiving. Check out this video https://youtube.com/shorts/CkM8QE-l7n0?feature=share and get a peek at what our principals and Superintendent want on their plate!

🎶🎤Miss Arnos's music class has been rocking out to the classic tune "Hot Cross Buns" this week!🎼🔥 These talented students have mastered the notes G, B, and A on their recorders, and they're not afraid to show it. They've been rapping, singing, and playing their hearts out, creating a musical masterpiece that would make Mozart proud. We're so proud of these little musicians and their dedication to learning and growing. We can't wait to see what they accomplish next!

🔥 Only 5 Days Left in the Statewide Math Tournament! 🔥 Angola is in 3rd place and closing in on 1st! Let's take the lead this Thanksgiving break! We have until 11:59 on 11/30 to get as many math problems as possible solved. 🦃🥧 After the turkey, pie, and family time, pick up some math problems with your loved ones! Every correct answer on First in Math counts towards our overall score. Adults and students can join the fun! Log on to FirstinMath.com and help Angola win! Username: 46703 Password: lovemath 💪 Let's solve our way to the top and win prizes for our local schools!

We are happy to share the December Mental Health Series calendar of events from Parent Guidance. Check out the calendar and find the link to register for any topic for free at this link. https://bit.ly/3Od7rCz

🚨Share this news widely! 🚨 The Angola community is showing up in BIG ways for an Indiana Math Challenge. This week, our community jumped from 5th to 3rd in the state-wide math competition! Students and adults can join the fun with the login information below. Here's how to play: Visit: www.firstinmath.com Log in: User ID: 46703 Password: lovemath Solve math problems! Every correct answer counts! Prizes include 24® Game sets and more for our schools! 🏆