The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees has an immediate board vacancy (Florida Township). Applications for the vacant seat will be received until Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM. Please see the attached document for details regarding how to apply.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet tonight at 7 PM in the Corporation Office. The tentative agenda and public board packet are available at the following link:
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Effective July 1, 2026, the Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Board will have a vacancy for the Florida Township Representative. The Board invites individuals interested in serving the remainder of the term (through December 31, 2026) to apply for the position.
To apply for the position, please submit a letter that provides full contact information (name, address, township of residence, telephone number, email address) and includes responses to the following questions:
1. What is the role of a Board member?
2. Why do you want to be a Board member?
3. What experiences have prepared you for Board service?
4. Please detail your understanding of public school finance in Indiana.
Reference: https://www.in.gov/doe/school-operations/finance/
Reference: https://www.in.gov/doe/files/Public-School-Digest-2023-2025.pdf
5. Please detail your decision-making process for school-related matters.
6. If chosen to serve, what will your top three priorities be for the School Corporation?
7. Please read the Indiana School Boards Association Code of Ethics and affirm your willingness to abide by it.
Reference: https://www.isba-ind.org/uploads/1/1/9/2/119210664/isba_code_of_ethics.pdf
Letters must be received by 3:30 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 for full consideration. Letters may be submitted via USPS delivery, hand delivery to the office, or email to Philip T. Harrison, Ph.D. Superintendent at harrisonp@swparke.k12.in.us.
The Board will review applications in Executive Session on Monday, July 20, 2026.
The Board will interview selected candidates on Thursday, July 23, 2026 beginning at 6 PM.
The Board will appoint the selected candidate upon conclusion of the interviews during the Thursday, July 23, 2026 meeting.
To apply for the position, please submit a letter that provides full contact information (name, address, township of residence, telephone number, email address) and includes responses to the following questions:
1. What is the role of a Board member?
2. Why do you want to be a Board member?
3. What experiences have prepared you for Board service?
4. Please detail your understanding of public school finance in Indiana.
Reference: https://www.in.gov/doe/school-operations/finance/
Reference: https://www.in.gov/doe/files/Public-School-Digest-2023-2025.pdf
5. Please detail your decision-making process for school-related matters.
6. If chosen to serve, what will your top three priorities be for the School Corporation?
7. Please read the Indiana School Boards Association Code of Ethics and affirm your willingness to abide by it.
Reference: https://www.isba-ind.org/uploads/1/1/9/2/119210664/isba_code_of_ethics.pdf
Letters must be received by 3:30 PM on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 for full consideration. Letters may be submitted via USPS delivery, hand delivery to the office, or email to Philip T. Harrison, Ph.D. Superintendent at harrisonp@swparke.k12.in.us.
The Board will review applications in Executive Session on Monday, July 20, 2026.
The Board will interview selected candidates on Thursday, July 23, 2026 beginning at 6 PM.
The Board will appoint the selected candidate upon conclusion of the interviews during the Thursday, July 23, 2026 meeting.
The Southwest Parke Community Building Corporation meets tonight at 6:30 PM in the Corporation Office.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees meets tonight at 7 PM in the Corporation Office. An Executive Session will follow.
The tentative agenda is attached for your review.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees meets tonight at 7 PM in the Corporation Office. An Executive Session will follow.
The tentative agenda is attached for your review.
***REVISED NOTICE OF MEETINGS***
The Southwest Parke Community Building Corporation will meet Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Corporation Office.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Corporation Office. An Executive Session will follow the meeting.
The Southwest Parke Community Building Corporation will meet Monday, June 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Corporation Office.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet Monday, June 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Corporation Office. An Executive Session will follow the meeting.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7 PM in the Corporation Office. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Office will begin observing summer office hours Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The corporation office will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM until 3:30 PM. The corporation office will be open Friday from 8:30 AM until 12:00 PM. Summer office hours will be in effect through Friday, July 31, 2026.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation is seeking a full-time food service director. Please see the attached announcement for information regarding the position and how to apply.
At the last school board meeting the topic of rebranding the elementary school came up. We are wanting to get input to share with the board about how parents and community members feel about possible changes to the name, colors, and mascot. Please complete the survey using the link at your earliest convenience. Thanks. https://forms.gle/sJ9sGL1VYVmK5GLb8
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7 PM in the RPHS Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
The Montezuma Elementary School will host an open house on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. All community members are welcome to attend to walk the halls and reminisce.
ELEMENTARY TRANSITION VISIT SCHEDULED!
We’re excited to bring our students together for a fun and meaningful transition visit as we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year! This special day is all about building connections, easing transitions, and beginning to grow as one school community.
We’re excited to bring our students together for a fun and meaningful transition visit as we prepare for the 2026-2027 school year! This special day is all about building connections, easing transitions, and beginning to grow as one school community.
Missed the Riverton Parke Welcome Tour? Catch the Replay!
*This is for families of current 4th, 5th and 6th grade students.*
As SWP navigates the upcoming restructure, our top priority is ensuring our families feel fully supported as some of our students prepare for their move to Riverton Parke this fall.
If you weren’t able to attend the recent RP Welcome Tour parent meeting in person, we’ve got you covered! A full recording of the session, along with all the documents and resources shared that evening, is now available on the Southwest Parke website. We highly encourage our current 4th, 5th, and 6th grade families to review these materials. Staying informed is the best way to ensure our students feel confident and prepared for the 2026-27 school year!
https://www.swparke.k12.in.us/o/district/page/revisioning-swp
*Select the "Plans for 2026-27 School Year and Beyond" banner to access the resources.
*This is for families of current 4th, 5th and 6th grade students.*
As SWP navigates the upcoming restructure, our top priority is ensuring our families feel fully supported as some of our students prepare for their move to Riverton Parke this fall.
If you weren’t able to attend the recent RP Welcome Tour parent meeting in person, we’ve got you covered! A full recording of the session, along with all the documents and resources shared that evening, is now available on the Southwest Parke website. We highly encourage our current 4th, 5th, and 6th grade families to review these materials. Staying informed is the best way to ensure our students feel confident and prepared for the 2026-27 school year!
https://www.swparke.k12.in.us/o/district/page/revisioning-swp
*Select the "Plans for 2026-27 School Year and Beyond" banner to access the resources.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Board of Trustees will meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6 PM in the Corporation Office.
REMINDER - Kindergarten Sneak Peek is THIS Thursday!
Beginning next school year, all Southwest Parke Community School Corporation kindergarten through grade 4 students will attend Rosedale Elementary.
Families with students who will be entering kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to attend Kindergarten Sneak Peek at Rosedale Elementary on Thursday, April 9 at 5:30pm.
Pre-registration link - https://forms.gle/1zwHaJVa5ZjvGW4G8
Please review the attached flyer for additional information. We look forward to welcoming our future kindergarten students!
Beginning next school year, all Southwest Parke Community School Corporation kindergarten through grade 4 students will attend Rosedale Elementary.
Families with students who will be entering kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to attend Kindergarten Sneak Peek at Rosedale Elementary on Thursday, April 9 at 5:30pm.
Pre-registration link - https://forms.gle/1zwHaJVa5ZjvGW4G8
Please review the attached flyer for additional information. We look forward to welcoming our future kindergarten students!
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Board of School Trustees will meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM. The Executive Session will be held in the Corporation Office Boardroom.
Preschool & Pre-K Round Up Week for the 26-27 school year is HERE!
Families interested in enrolling their student should complete the interest form ( https://forms.gle/Xz8Fn53eY1t45zss5 ) or contact the school office this week.
Submitting the form lets us know you are interested in enrolling your student. Enrollment decisions will be shared with families by April 3.
Please review the flyer for important program details, including age requirements, schedules, and expectations.
We are excited to begin planning for our future learners and look forward to connecting with your family! If you have questions, please contact the Rosedale Elementary office.
Families interested in enrolling their student should complete the interest form ( https://forms.gle/Xz8Fn53eY1t45zss5 ) or contact the school office this week.
Submitting the form lets us know you are interested in enrolling your student. Enrollment decisions will be shared with families by April 3.
Please review the flyer for important program details, including age requirements, schedules, and expectations.
We are excited to begin planning for our future learners and look forward to connecting with your family! If you have questions, please contact the Rosedale Elementary office.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet this evening - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - at 7 PM in the RPHS Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
Kindergarten Sneak Peek - Save the Date!
Beginning next school year, all Southwest Parke Community School Corporation kindergarten through grade 4 students will attend Rosedale Elementary.
Families with students who will be entering kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to attend Kindergarten Sneak Peek at Rosedale Elementary on Thursday, April 9 at 5:30pm.
Pre-registration link - https://forms.gle/1zwHaJVa5ZjvGW4G8
Please review the attached flyer for additional information. We look forward to welcoming our future kindergarten students!
Beginning next school year, all Southwest Parke Community School Corporation kindergarten through grade 4 students will attend Rosedale Elementary.
Families with students who will be entering kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to attend Kindergarten Sneak Peek at Rosedale Elementary on Thursday, April 9 at 5:30pm.
Pre-registration link - https://forms.gle/1zwHaJVa5ZjvGW4G8
Please review the attached flyer for additional information. We look forward to welcoming our future kindergarten students!
Preschool & Pre-K Round Up Week - Save the Date!
Families interested in Preschool or Pre-K for the 2026-2027 school year are invited to participate in Round Up Week March 23-27.
Beginning next school year, all Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Kindergarten through grade 4 students will attend Rosedale Elementary, where preschool and Pre-K programs will also be offered.
During Round Up Week, parents/guardians should complete the Google Form (coming soon) or contact the school office to express interest in enrolling their student.
Enrollment decisions will be shared with families by April 3.
Please review the attached flyer for additional information.
We are excited to welcome our future learners! If you have questions, please contact the Rosedale Elementary School office (765-548-2454).
