MSD of Steuben County

February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awareness Month! At our high school, we take pride in providing students with the opportunity to provide pathways for students to earn certifications in fields like hospitality, education, manufacturing, and agriculture, all while gaining hands-on experience. Our CTE teachers have many years of experience and guide our students who may join the workforce immediately after graduation or pursue higher education in their chosen field. We are also fortunate to partner with Impact Institute providing even more opportunities, including welding, automotive repair, and marine service. Our students are equipped to enter the workforce immediately after graduation or pursue higher education in their chosen field. Be sure to check out our page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083484031497 Some of our dedicated CTE educators and What CTE courses mean to them: Back row (L to R): Russ Tingley, Margaret Barge, Neasa Kalme, Jim Savage, Chris Schuler, Tracy Creager, Susan Simmons Front row (L to R): Michele Davis, Cady Davidson, Austin Van.

👋 Hey Families! Join us tomorrow evening (5:30-6:15 PM) for our FIFTH Raising Strong Readers Webinar! This time, we'll be diving into the world of VOCABULARY and how to help your student build a rich and powerful word bank. Want to give your child's literacy skills a boost? This webinar is packed with helpful tips and strategies. Plus, two lucky attendees will win a gift card! 🎉 Sign up below to reserve your spot. We're excited to partner with you in your student's literacy success! bit.ly/MSDSCRaisingReaders

Have a good day off. Stay warm. See you Tuesday!!

MSDSC would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible School Resource Officers (SROs). We are truly fortunate to have two dedicated officers who work each day to support and protect our students. Officer Lanoue from the Steuben County Sheriff's Office is stationed at our High School. His leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to our school community are deeply appreciated. And let’s not forget—his role as the unofficial rollercoaster director brings an extra level of fun to our students! Officer Noll with the Angola City Police serves at the Middle School, where he fosters a safe, friendly environment. His presence not only ensures security but also brings a smile to the faces of students and staff alike. Thank you both for your hard work, dedication, and the positive impact you have on our school community every single day!

Despite snowy roads and frigid temperatures, our dedicated teachers came together for a day of learning and collaboration! The day kicked off at 7:30 am with a presentation from guest speaker Mari McHenry. Our team was then introduced to the SIOP program, which will be integrated into lessons to help all students achieve their highest potential. The day was packed with sessions led by our incredibly skilled staff, covering topics like ef lesson preparation and strategies. It all wrapped up with small group meetings, where our team had the opportunity to brainstorm and discuss how to implement these valuable insights into their classrooms. We’re so proud of our educators for their commitment to growth and making sure every student succeeds!

LIVE E-Learning Day. AMS and AHS Schedule - Elementary Schedule

Two-hour delay, Thursday, Feb 13, 2025.

Have you ever wondered which drinks stain your teeth the most, or if the color of paint affects its drying time? These fascinating questions—and many more—were explored at the annual District Science Fair held last night at Hendry Park Elementary! Twenty-seven curious young scientists, from 1st to 5th grade, proudly presented their projects, sharing their hypotheses and findings with our panel of inquisitive judges. Congratulations to all of the participants for their hard work and creativity! Our top outstanding participants, will advance to the Regional Science Fair at Trine University on March 16th. Keep up the great work, and never stop seeking answers!

ALL after-school activities have been cancelled today 2/12/2025 due to potential inclement weather this afternoon. Thank you! Be safe if you are out this evening!

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Steuben County JDAI is hosting The Parent Project at Carnegie Public Library. This training program dives into solving child behavior problems at home. Please view the flyer below for more information. This program is free of charge. Link to register:https://parentproject.com/classes/steuben-county-parent-project-jdai/

AMS and AHS Vocalist, Pianists, and Instrumentalists compete at district Solo and Ensemble

Pigskin Geography is a collaborative learning opportunity for Hendry Park 5th graders. About once a week during football season, students gathered to use maps of all types and the current week's NFL schedule to learn and practice geography, math, and reading skills. They learn about state locations, nicknames, abbreviations, and which states and cities have NFL teams. They learn about highways, time zones, rivers, climates, populations, and more. Just before Thanksgiving break, we celebrated all of their hard work with a tailgate party! Traditional tailgate foods were provided and there were board games, cards, puzzles, and yard games for lots of fun.

Get to know our counseling staff a little better by checking out the February Edition of This or That on our district Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083484031497 Thank you for all you do!

5th Grade Parents, Do you have a child interested in participating in band at AMS? If the answer is yes mark your calendar for February 25th. Sweetwater will be at AMS from 5-7 to answer your instrument purchase/rental questions.

Due to continued icy road conditions, we will be on a two-hour delay schedule tomorrow, Friday, Feb 7, 2025. Be safe

Due to MSDSC being closed today, the Elementary District Science Fair has been rescheduled. The new date is Tuesday, February 11th, at 4:00 PM at Hendry Park.

Due to hazardous road conditions, MSDSC is closed and will move to a “LIVE” e-learning day today Feb 6, 2025. “LIVE” e-learning will begin at 9 am. Please see the links for the complete schedule. AMS and AHS Schedule https://5il.co/36bks Elementary Schedule https://5il.co/36bl8

Attention: MSD Elementary Schools The Elementary Science Fair is scheduled for tomorrow, February 6th, at 4pm. However, if school transitions to live learning and the buildings are closed, the event will be rescheduled for Tuesday, February 11th, at 4pm. Please stay tuned for any updates!

Mrs. Gruner's class has been working hard on mastering division! To make it more engaging and hands-on, they’re using coins to connect the concept to real-life situations. It’s a fun and tactile way to learn, moving beyond just the mental math!