MSD of Steuben County

Ms. Ice’s class participated in the annual Egg Drop last week! Students were challenged to use basic supplies to engineer a basket and a parachute that would keep an egg from cracking when it landed. Precision also played a role as students aimed to land their creations on a target worth the highest number of points.

This fun, hands-on project gave students the opportunity to explore the concepts of lift, weight, thrust, and drag while putting their engineering skills to the test. It is definitely one of the most anticipated projects of the year!

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As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, we are so grateful for the incredible work our staff does every day! We were excited to partner with Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck to provide a special treat for everyone over the last couple of weeks. Bringing smiles to their faces as they start the day made it even more meaningful. Thank you to all of our amazing staff for everything you do!

Good morning. We want to inform our community of a bus accident that occurred while students were being transported to Impact classes in Kendallville. Emergency personnel responded immediately and assessed all students and the driver, and we are able to report that no one was injured.

A replacement bus was dispatched to continue transportation to their vocational classes. We extend our sincere thanks to our emergency personnel for their quick and professional response.

Jenny Adkins, our district school nurse, is there for every school and every student, always where and when she is needed. Each day, she helps keep our kids healthy, safe, and ready to learn. We are so thankful to have her in our schools.
Thank you, Jenny, for all that you do!

See flyers for all the information for our Angola High School Sports Camps

Football Yough Camp - Grades 2-6 (Fall 2026) June 8-10
Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffLVfLdrVq_eVapSCH5eYWoZ4HonYLkFVWnDZqQ5FwZapjLw/viewform?pli=1

Girls Basketball Camp Grades 2-8 (Fall 2026) May 26th - 29th
Register at: https://public.eventlink.com/registrations?id=e49ac27f-5fb5-470d-5d95-08de804ca8cb

Angola High School and Middle School students earned high honors at the annual Steuben Art Show. Students entered a variety of art mediums, from pottery to pen and ink and everything in between, showcasing their incredible creativity and talent. If you haven’t had time to check out these students’ amazing work yet, it is still on display at the Carnegie Public Library through May 8. Great job to all of our students who participated!

Take a moment to thank our amazing teachers!

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. Pugh’s class have had some very special guests over the past few weeks! Students from Trine University’s 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.

Dear Bus Drivers,
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.

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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!

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. “I want to have a successful career, provide for my family, leave a legacy, and help people,” he said.Brayden plans to attend Ball State University to study architecture with a minor in construction. He added that the program’s access to college-level classes and campus visits made a strong impact. “Talking with professors and seeing campuses really stood out,” 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. “I’m going into psychology, so I need a degree,” 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 “a stepping stone” 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. “It’s an opportunity to enhance my learning and go into something I’m passionate about,” 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 students—we truly could not do it without them. Congratulations!!!

Professional Assistant Day
We all count on you—and 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!