School Lunch Hero Day: We appreciate all of the good meals you prepare each day to serve our students. You really make a difference in their lives. Thanks for a job well done!
Students at Ryan Park brought creativity to life during their reading unit. They took ideas from their stories and transformed them into chalk drawings outside the school, sharing their learning not only with each other, but with the entire school community.
Students in Mrs. Pughās class have had some very special guests over the past few weeks! Students from Trine Universityās storytelling class brought their learning right into our classroom, sharing stories in a variety of creative ways. Some read their favorite childhood books, others told stories they had written themselves, and some recited classic tales.
Our kindergarteners listened, laughed, and eagerly participated. They were completely captivated by the experience!
We are so thankful for our partnership with Trine University, which creates meaningful opportunities for both their students and ours.
Our kindergarteners listened, laughed, and eagerly participated. They were completely captivated by the experience!
We are so thankful for our partnership with Trine University, which creates meaningful opportunities for both their students and ours.
Dear Bus Drivers,
Thank you for being a friendly face every morning and afternoon. We appreciate all you do!
Thank you for being a friendly face every morning and afternoon. We appreciate all you do!
The ABC end-of-year countdown is on at Ryan Park! Today's letter was G for Game Day. Mrs. Witherspoon's 1st grade class invited Miss Kobelak's 5th grade class for some board game fun! The students had a great time learning new games and playing old favorites.
The MSD of Steuben County Wellness Committee met in March to review/amend current policies. The recommended changes have been sent to the MSD school board for approval.
You can find the wellness policy using this link, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B6Sx1LYMizszR2VJZk9aakNIdW8?resourcekey=0-iVKZ6PcOB3grf_MG3iAAuQ
If you are interested in joining the MSD of Steuben County Wellness Committee, please contact Andrew Wagner at awagner@msdsc.us or Kelly Poe at kpoe@msdsc.us.
You can find the wellness policy using this link, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B6Sx1LYMizszR2VJZk9aakNIdW8?resourcekey=0-iVKZ6PcOB3grf_MG3iAAuQ
If you are interested in joining the MSD of Steuben County Wellness Committee, please contact Andrew Wagner at awagner@msdsc.us or Kelly Poe at kpoe@msdsc.us.
STRONGER FAMILIES
START HERE
Two Programs. Same Time. One Powerful Impact.
The Parent Project: A program designed for ALL parents/guardians. Gain practical, real-world strategies created by parents, for parents to:
Improve school attendance and academic success
Reduce family conflict
Address behaviors like truancy, drug use, bullying, and violence
Strengthen your relationship with your child
For Parents & Guardians
Carnegie Public Library
322 S Wayne St, Angola, IN 46703
Starting June 1st | Every Monday for 10 weeks
5:00 ā 7:00 PM
To RSVP, follow link:https://bit.ly/4u5pa1O?r=qr
For Teens (Ages 13-18)**
Power Through Choices
An engaging, evidence-based program where teens learn through discussion, activities, and real-life scenarios.
Participants will:
Build healthy relationships
Strengthen communication and boundary-setting skills
Make informed decisions about sexual health
Learn to prevent teen pregnancy, HIV, and STIs
Identify trusted supports and resources
FREE DINNER is provided at every session & all materials are included!
**A parent permission slip is required for all teens attending, with or without a parent.
START HERE
Two Programs. Same Time. One Powerful Impact.
The Parent Project: A program designed for ALL parents/guardians. Gain practical, real-world strategies created by parents, for parents to:
Improve school attendance and academic success
Reduce family conflict
Address behaviors like truancy, drug use, bullying, and violence
Strengthen your relationship with your child
For Parents & Guardians
Carnegie Public Library
322 S Wayne St, Angola, IN 46703
Starting June 1st | Every Monday for 10 weeks
5:00 ā 7:00 PM
To RSVP, follow link:https://bit.ly/4u5pa1O?r=qr
For Teens (Ages 13-18)**
Power Through Choices
An engaging, evidence-based program where teens learn through discussion, activities, and real-life scenarios.
Participants will:
Build healthy relationships
Strengthen communication and boundary-setting skills
Make informed decisions about sexual health
Learn to prevent teen pregnancy, HIV, and STIs
Identify trusted supports and resources
FREE DINNER is provided at every session & all materials are included!
**A parent permission slip is required for all teens attending, with or without a parent.
Songs filled the air as the middle school and high school choirs performed under the direction of Mr. Ryan VanAntwerp. The show featured each choir performing a couple of songs, with special solo performances in between. The night ended with all of the choirs coming together for a joint performance.
Mr. VanAntwerp also announced that Angola Middle School had been awarded the 2026 J/M/E All Music Award. This award is presented to organisations that achieve top ratings across a variety of categories in competitions throughout the year. Congratulations, AMS Choir, great job!!
The Angola High School choir will compete in their final competition tomorrow, and we wish them the best of luck!
Mr. VanAntwerp also announced that Angola Middle School had been awarded the 2026 J/M/E All Music Award. This award is presented to organisations that achieve top ratings across a variety of categories in competitions throughout the year. Congratulations, AMS Choir, great job!!
The Angola High School choir will compete in their final competition tomorrow, and we wish them the best of luck!
During Early College Week, Angola High School students shared how the program is helping shape their goals and prepare them for the future.
Brayden Perkins, who joined the program as a sophomore, said his motivation is rooted in both personal and long-term goals. āI want to have a successful career, provide for my family, leave a legacy, and help people,ā he said.Brayden plans to attend Ball State University to study architecture with a minor in construction. He added that the programās access to college-level classes and campus visits made a strong impact. āTalking with professors and seeing campuses really stood out,ā he said, noting the trip to Notre Dame as his favorite experience.
Max Tynan also joined the program during his sophomore year and sees college as a necessary step toward his career. āIām going into psychology, so I need a degree,ā he said. Max plans to attend the University of Evansville to study psychology, with a focus on working with children. He described Early College as āa stepping stoneā that provides opportunities to take classes early. Among his highlights was a visit to the University of Michigan.
For Daniela Carmona, the program has been an opportunity to grow academically and focus on her interests. āItās an opportunity to enhance my learning and go into something Iām passionate about,ā she said. Daniela, who also joined as a sophomore, plans to attend IU South Bend to study speech pathology and hopes to work in a school setting. She said taking college-level courses has helped her gain experience, and she pointed to the Notre Dame visit as a memorable highlight.
All three students emphasized that starting the program in their sophomore year gave them early exposure to college expectations while helping them take meaningful steps toward their future careers.
Brayden Perkins, who joined the program as a sophomore, said his motivation is rooted in both personal and long-term goals. āI want to have a successful career, provide for my family, leave a legacy, and help people,ā he said.Brayden plans to attend Ball State University to study architecture with a minor in construction. He added that the programās access to college-level classes and campus visits made a strong impact. āTalking with professors and seeing campuses really stood out,ā he said, noting the trip to Notre Dame as his favorite experience.
Max Tynan also joined the program during his sophomore year and sees college as a necessary step toward his career. āIām going into psychology, so I need a degree,ā he said. Max plans to attend the University of Evansville to study psychology, with a focus on working with children. He described Early College as āa stepping stoneā that provides opportunities to take classes early. Among his highlights was a visit to the University of Michigan.
For Daniela Carmona, the program has been an opportunity to grow academically and focus on her interests. āItās an opportunity to enhance my learning and go into something Iām passionate about,ā she said. Daniela, who also joined as a sophomore, plans to attend IU South Bend to study speech pathology and hopes to work in a school setting. She said taking college-level courses has helped her gain experience, and she pointed to the Notre Dame visit as a memorable highlight.
All three students emphasized that starting the program in their sophomore year gave them early exposure to college expectations while helping them take meaningful steps toward their future careers.
We are excited to announce our Classified Employees of the Year! These amazing individuals can be found behind a desk, answering phones, working with students, supervising recess, and stepping in wherever they are needed. We are incredibly thankful for their dedication to our school, staff, and studentsāwe truly could not do it without them. Congratulations!!!
Professional Assistant Day
We all count on youāand you never let us down. Thank you, Sarah Dowd and Karen Parker
for being amazing!
Thank you to all of our school professional assistants; you are the heart of our schools. You keep everything running smoothly, supporting students and staff, and always offering a welcoming smile. Your hard work, organization, and dedication make a difference every single day, often in ways that go unseen.
We appreciate all that you do for our school communities. Today, we celebrate YOU!
We all count on youāand you never let us down. Thank you, Sarah Dowd and Karen Parker
for being amazing!
Thank you to all of our school professional assistants; you are the heart of our schools. You keep everything running smoothly, supporting students and staff, and always offering a welcoming smile. Your hard work, organization, and dedication make a difference every single day, often in ways that go unseen.
We appreciate all that you do for our school communities. Today, we celebrate YOU!
In celebration of Early College Week, we proudly recognize our dual credit teachers who work tirelessly each day to give students a head start as they pursue their higher education goals.
If you missed it last night, you still have 2 more opportunities to catch these talented AHS and AMS students on stage.
Tonight
Saturday, 4/18 @ 7:00 PM
Tomorrow
Sunday, 4/19 @ 2:00 PM
Location: AHS Auditorium
Tickets:
General Admission: $12
Students & Seniors: $10
Tickets can be purchased with cash at the door.
Congratulations to Chelsea Alexander on receiving the Angola Chamber of Commerce: Ebbie Award - Educator of the Year!
Your dedication, infectious laughter, and genuine love for your work shine through every single day. This recognition is well deserved.
We also want to congratulate the other nomineesāfellow MSDSC staff members Jonathan Winslow, Jami Hubbard, Josie Gilbert, and Russ Tingleyāon this outstanding achievement.
Your dedication, infectious laughter, and genuine love for your work shine through every single day. This recognition is well deserved.
We also want to congratulate the other nomineesāfellow MSDSC staff members Jonathan Winslow, Jami Hubbard, Josie Gilbert, and Russ Tingleyāon this outstanding achievement.
If youāve walked by the high school auditorium over the past few months, youāve likely heard the sound of singing voices and dancing feet. A cast of 32 students from both the high school and middle school, along with 11 behind-the-scenes crew members, have been working hard to bring the classic story Annie to life.
All of their hard work comes together starting tonight with the first of three performances. We are incredibly proud of these talented students, led by drama teacher Cady Davidson and choir director Ryan VanAntwerp. Come out and show your support for their dedication and creativity!
Show Times:
Friday, 4/17 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday, 4/18 @ 7:00 PM
Sunday, 4/19 @ 2:00 PM
Location: AHS Auditorium
Tickets:
General Admission: $12
Students & Seniors: $10
Tickets can be purchased with cash at the door.
All of their hard work comes together starting tonight with the first of three performances. We are incredibly proud of these talented students, led by drama teacher Cady Davidson and choir director Ryan VanAntwerp. Come out and show your support for their dedication and creativity!
Show Times:
Friday, 4/17 @ 7:00 PM
Saturday, 4/18 @ 7:00 PM
Sunday, 4/19 @ 2:00 PM
Location: AHS Auditorium
Tickets:
General Admission: $12
Students & Seniors: $10
Tickets can be purchased with cash at the door.
This is a notice that all MSDSC schools will operate on our two-hour delay schedule today, Friday, April 17, 2026 due to dense fog.
Adjusted Start Times
ā¢ Elementary & AMS: 9:55 AM
ā¢ AHS: 10:00 AM
Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for safe travel. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Stay safe and warm,
Adjusted Start Times
ā¢ Elementary & AMS: 9:55 AM
ā¢ AHS: 10:00 AM
Please plan accordingly and allow extra time for safe travel. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!
Stay safe and warm,
The school year might be winding down, but the learning doesnāt have to stop! We are thrilled to invite our elementary students to join us for our Summer Learning Programs at Carlin Park Elementary.
Whether your child needs a little extra boost or just wants to keep their reading muscles strong, we have a spot for them!
1: IREAD Remediation (Required for some)
Who: Grades 2-5 (students who have not yet passed or are at risk).
When: May 26 ā June 4 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register: tinyurl.com/msdsdciread
2. Literacy Coalition: Summer Up! (Open to ALL)
Who: All current K-5 students.
When: June 1 ā June 25 (Mon - Thurs) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register: tinyurl.com/summeruplit
ā Want to attend BOTH? Students in IREAD Remediation are welcome to transition into "Summer Up!" once testing is complete. Please make sure to register for both programs if you'd like your child to attend the full month of June!
Perks for all attendees:
š Free Bus Transportation
š„£ Free Breakfast
š Free Lunch
We canāt wait to see those smiling faces this summer! Click the links above to secure your spot today.
Calling all future Hornets! If your child turns 5 before August 1, 2026, itās time to start their big adventure.
Weād love to meet you and your student at our upcoming registration event:
Date: April 24th
Time: 12 PM - 5 PM
Location: Hendry Park Elementary School
RSVP: Reserve your spot at tinyurl.com/msdkinder
What to bring (Plan for about one hour):
Your student for an initial screening
Legal Birth Certificate
Immunization Records
Proof of Residence (utility bill or lease)
We can't wait to welcome our newest Hornets to the MSD of Steuben County family!
We are super excited to announce the class of 2026 Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and the rest of the top 10. These students earned the highest GPAās in their class. These students and other high achievers will be recognised at the Senior Academic Awards on May 11.
Valedictorian: Haven Stockamp
Salutatorian: Jordan Taylor
3. Brady Leininger
4. Grady Hoover
5. Thomas Caswell
6. Amelia Walker
7. Luke Faramelli
8. Leo Yagodinski
9. Hawkins Hasselman
10. Daniel Koch
Congratulations!
Check out our Top 10 countdown video! https://youtu.be/_e0EfMK8R1U
Valedictorian: Haven Stockamp
Salutatorian: Jordan Taylor
3. Brady Leininger
4. Grady Hoover
5. Thomas Caswell
6. Amelia Walker
7. Luke Faramelli
8. Leo Yagodinski
9. Hawkins Hasselman
10. Daniel Koch
Congratulations!
Check out our Top 10 countdown video! https://youtu.be/_e0EfMK8R1U
Students in Mrs. Baierwalter's class finished their novel study of Stone Soup. After spending time discussing the story elements and vocabulary they enjoyed some stone soup together!
