THE WAIT IS OVER!
Teacher assignments for the 2026-2027 school year are now available in Harmony Family Access... a day earlier than promised! We know you've been patiently waiting, and we're excited for you to see who your child's teacher will be.
As you check your student's assignment, please keep in mind that class placements are considered final and will only be adjusted if necessary due to enrollment changes or staffing needs.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support throughout this process. We are counting down the days until our Hotshots fill the hallways again and can't wait to kick off an amazing school year together!
Teacher assignments for the 2026-2027 school year are now available in Harmony Family Access... a day earlier than promised! We know you've been patiently waiting, and we're excited for you to see who your child's teacher will be.
As you check your student's assignment, please keep in mind that class placements are considered final and will only be adjusted if necessary due to enrollment changes or staffing needs.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support throughout this process. We are counting down the days until our Hotshots fill the hallways again and can't wait to kick off an amazing school year together!
ROSEDALE ELEMENTARY REGISTRATION REMINDER
The countdown to a new school year is on and we can't wait to see everyone!
To ensure your student is ready for the first day of school, all families must complete the annual online registration through Harmony Family Access. Even if your student attended a Southwest Parke school last year, registration forms must be completed every school year to verify contact information, transportation, emergency contacts, permissions, and other important records.
Harmony Family Access:
https://www2.swparke.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
Already think you're finished? Please take one more look! Log back into Harmony Family Access and verify that every required item has a green checkmark, just like the example picture. This quick double check helps us ensure a smooth start for your child and our entire school community.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE
Thank you for your patience as we finalize planning, staffing, and class placements for the upcoming school year. We know families are eager to find out who their child's teacher will be, and we appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure every classroom is set up for success.
We anticipate sharing finalized teacher assignments through Harmony Family Access on Friday, July 31.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Back to School Night
Tuesday, August 5 5:00-6:30pm
- First Day(s) of School
Grades 1-4: Wednesday, August 5
Pre-K (4-Year-Olds) & Kindergarten: Friday, August 7
Preschool (3-Year-Olds): Tuesday, August 11
- Orientation Dates
Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten: August 5 and 6
KNOW SOMEONE INTERESTED IN ROSEDALE?
We're always excited to welcome new Hotshots! If your family, or someone you know, is interested in enrolling at Rosedale Elementary, please contact us.
Abby Cleghorn, Principal
cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us
Shaina McClintock, Secretary
mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us
Rosedale Elementary Office - 765-548-2454
Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete (or verify) your registration. We are looking forward to an incredible school year!
The countdown to a new school year is on and we can't wait to see everyone!
To ensure your student is ready for the first day of school, all families must complete the annual online registration through Harmony Family Access. Even if your student attended a Southwest Parke school last year, registration forms must be completed every school year to verify contact information, transportation, emergency contacts, permissions, and other important records.
Harmony Family Access:
https://www2.swparke.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
Already think you're finished? Please take one more look! Log back into Harmony Family Access and verify that every required item has a green checkmark, just like the example picture. This quick double check helps us ensure a smooth start for your child and our entire school community.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE
Thank you for your patience as we finalize planning, staffing, and class placements for the upcoming school year. We know families are eager to find out who their child's teacher will be, and we appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure every classroom is set up for success.
We anticipate sharing finalized teacher assignments through Harmony Family Access on Friday, July 31.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Back to School Night
Tuesday, August 5 5:00-6:30pm
- First Day(s) of School
Grades 1-4: Wednesday, August 5
Pre-K (4-Year-Olds) & Kindergarten: Friday, August 7
Preschool (3-Year-Olds): Tuesday, August 11
- Orientation Dates
Preschool/Pre-K/Kindergarten: August 5 and 6
KNOW SOMEONE INTERESTED IN ROSEDALE?
We're always excited to welcome new Hotshots! If your family, or someone you know, is interested in enrolling at Rosedale Elementary, please contact us.
Abby Cleghorn, Principal
cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us
Shaina McClintock, Secretary
mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us
Rosedale Elementary Office - 765-548-2454
Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete (or verify) your registration. We are looking forward to an incredible school year!
REGISTRATION REMINDER
A big thank you to all of our families who have already completed their student's registration forms. We appreciate you taking the time to get everything submitted.
If you have not yet completed registration, please do so as soon as possible. Completing registration helps us finalize class placements and other preparations for the upcoming school year.
Registration Link - https://www2.swparke.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
Teacher assignments will be shared once the majority of registrations have been completed. We will send out another notice as soon as teacher assignments have been posted in Harmony.
For your convenience, we have also attached the 2026-2027 school supply list so you can begin preparing for the new school year.
If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please don't hesitate to contact the school office.
Mrs. Cleghorn (principal) - cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us
Mrs. McClintock (secretary) - mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us
Office - 765-548-2454
A big thank you to all of our families who have already completed their student's registration forms. We appreciate you taking the time to get everything submitted.
If you have not yet completed registration, please do so as soon as possible. Completing registration helps us finalize class placements and other preparations for the upcoming school year.
Registration Link - https://www2.swparke.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
Teacher assignments will be shared once the majority of registrations have been completed. We will send out another notice as soon as teacher assignments have been posted in Harmony.
For your convenience, we have also attached the 2026-2027 school supply list so you can begin preparing for the new school year.
If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please don't hesitate to contact the school office.
Mrs. Cleghorn (principal) - cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us
Mrs. McClintock (secretary) - mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us
Office - 765-548-2454
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will conduct a special public meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6 PM in the Corporation Office. The Board will interview candidates for the vacant board seat, appoint a Board member, and elect a Board president. The meeting is open to the public.
Registration for the 26-27 School Year is OPEN!
Emails with registration information - and Family Access codes for families who need to create an account - were sent out today.
Registration Link: https://www2.swparke.k12.in.us/familyaccess.nsf/hello.xsp
If you have any questions, experience issues, or need assistance completing registration, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are happy to help!
Mrs. McClintock, Secretary: mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us
Mrs. Cleghorn, Principal: cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us
Rosedale Elementary Office: 765-548-2454
We look forward to welcoming our students and families for another great school year!
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will hold a public meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM. An Executive Session will follow the public meeting.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation will be intermittently staffed this week due to a variety of meetings and planned leaves. The Corporation Office will likely be closed in full on Friday, July 17, 2026. Please call before visiting the office this week to ensure that someone will be available to assist with your needs. Have a great week!
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet in Executive Session on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6 PM.
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:
https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/73/District/0fed7a0a-b65f-489c-a5e7-ccce88fdc61b/JULY-2026-BOARD-PACKET---PUBLIC.pdf?disposition=inline
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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.
INFORMATION FOR CLAP OUT
Today, our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students will walk the halls for the last time as Rosedale Elementary students. Parents/guardians and retired teachers may arrive beginning at 2:00pm and can enter through the gym entrance.
All 4th-6th grade students will be in the gym by that time. Students will then walk to the front entrance to begin the Clap Out. From there, they will make their way down the hallway and back toward the gym area one grade level at a time: 4th grade, followed by 5th grade, and then 6th grade.
After completing their walk, 4th grade students will join the end of the line in the hallway to clap out the 5th grade students. Likewise, 5th grade students will join the line to clap out the 6th grade students. Sixth grade will be the final group to walk the halls.
Parents/guardians and retired teachers will have a designated area at the end of the student line.
Once the Clap Out is complete, students will return to the gym to gather their belongings. Parents/guardians will remain in the hallway to check out their students. One door will be designated for student checkout, while the other door will be used to pick up your student.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our students during this special tradition!
Today, our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students will walk the halls for the last time as Rosedale Elementary students. Parents/guardians and retired teachers may arrive beginning at 2:00pm and can enter through the gym entrance.
All 4th-6th grade students will be in the gym by that time. Students will then walk to the front entrance to begin the Clap Out. From there, they will make their way down the hallway and back toward the gym area one grade level at a time: 4th grade, followed by 5th grade, and then 6th grade.
After completing their walk, 4th grade students will join the end of the line in the hallway to clap out the 5th grade students. Likewise, 5th grade students will join the line to clap out the 6th grade students. Sixth grade will be the final group to walk the halls.
Parents/guardians and retired teachers will have a designated area at the end of the student line.
Once the Clap Out is complete, students will return to the gym to gather their belongings. Parents/guardians will remain in the hallway to check out their students. One door will be designated for student checkout, while the other door will be used to pick up your student.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our students during this special tradition!
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.
Field Day is almost here!
We are looking for parent/guardian volunteers to help run stations during Field Day on Thursday, May 14 from 8:15-11:00am. Volunteers will help explain activities and keep the fun going!
If you would like to help, please use one of the following ways to connect before the end of the school day tomorrow:
• Mrs. Cleghorn via Rooms
• Mrs. McClintock via email (mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us)
• Call the front office at 765-548-2454
Reminder: All volunteers must have an approved background check on file prior to the event.
Thank you for helping make Field Day a great day for our students!
We are looking for parent/guardian volunteers to help run stations during Field Day on Thursday, May 14 from 8:15-11:00am. Volunteers will help explain activities and keep the fun going!
If you would like to help, please use one of the following ways to connect before the end of the school day tomorrow:
• Mrs. Cleghorn via Rooms
• Mrs. McClintock via email (mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us)
• Call the front office at 765-548-2454
Reminder: All volunteers must have an approved background check on file prior to the event.
Thank you for helping make Field Day a great day for our students!