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!
Change in Schedule for Valley Professionals Nurse Practitioner
Valley Professionals will NOT be at Rosedale Elementary on Monday, May 18.
During the summer, they will be available at Rockville High School Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. They will be able to see students who need vaccinations, well-child checks, and other medical services.
To schedule an appointment or for additional information, please call 765-592-6164.
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
A correction has been made to the “Looking Ahead” section of the May 2026 Hotshot Happenings.
The Fourth and Fifth Grade Send Offs and Sixth Grade Graduation will take place on Monday, May 19, not May 20 as previously listed.
Please note that this correction is not reflected in the paper copy your student brought home today or may bring home tomorrow.
We apologize for the confusion and appreciate your understanding.
The Fourth and Fifth Grade Send Offs and Sixth Grade Graduation will take place on Monday, May 19, not May 20 as previously listed.
Please note that this correction is not reflected in the paper copy your student brought home today or may bring home tomorrow.
We apologize for the confusion and appreciate your understanding.
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.
Our Lost & Found is overflowing with items that are ready to make their way back home! From jackets and hoodies to water bottles and lunchboxes, we have quite the collection waiting to be reunited with their owners.
To help make this easier, we’ve created a photo album of all Lost & Found items:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rL_3lHZbAeocZzyfZ-t75l1k9wb45-ji?usp=drive_link
Take a few minutes to browse the album and see if anything belongs to your child. If you spot an item:
- Comment directly on the original Rosedale Elementary Facebook Page Post or
- Call the school office, and we will gladly send the item home with your student
Please note: Any items not claimed by the end of the day on Friday, May 1 will be donated.
Thank you for helping us clear things out and reunite these items with their rightful owners!
To help make this easier, we’ve created a photo album of all Lost & Found items:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rL_3lHZbAeocZzyfZ-t75l1k9wb45-ji?usp=drive_link
Take a few minutes to browse the album and see if anything belongs to your child. If you spot an item:
- Comment directly on the original Rosedale Elementary Facebook Page Post or
- Call the school office, and we will gladly send the item home with your student
Please note: Any items not claimed by the end of the day on Friday, May 1 will be donated.
Thank you for helping us clear things out and reunite these items with their rightful owners!
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.
Bus routes 5 and 6 will be running later than usual for afternoon drop off due to road closures in the Lyford area. While buses are still able to get through, delays are expected because traffic is moving more slowly than normal.
We have already contacted families who needed to make alternative arrangements.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
We have already contacted families who needed to make alternative arrangements.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Hotshots & Aztecs Got Talent
Rosedale Elementary Gym
Saturday, April 18
6:30pm
Join us for a fun evening showcasing the amazing talents of our students! Admission is just $2 for school age children through adults, with all proceeds going toward improvements to our gym.
Parents/Guardians: If you’re able, we would greatly appreciate donations of individually wrapped desserts for intermission. Items can be sent in with your child on Friday or dropped off at the gym doors on Saturday at 4:00pm.
We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate our talented students together!
Rosedale Elementary Gym
Saturday, April 18
6:30pm
Join us for a fun evening showcasing the amazing talents of our students! Admission is just $2 for school age children through adults, with all proceeds going toward improvements to our gym.
Parents/Guardians: If you’re able, we would greatly appreciate donations of individually wrapped desserts for intermission. Items can be sent in with your child on Friday or dropped off at the gym doors on Saturday at 4:00pm.
We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate our talented students together!
Community Event for Parents & Guardians – April 28
South Vermillion Community Schools is hosting a parent-focused event titled “Unfiltered: What Every Parent Needs to Know About the Digital World.” This session will provide insight into online safety and the digital challenges children face today.
Please note: Due to the mature and sensitive nature of the content, this event is intended for adults only.
The event is open to families in surrounding communities, and all are encouraged to attend. Please consider sharing this opportunity within your organization and network.
South Vermillion Community Schools is hosting a parent-focused event titled “Unfiltered: What Every Parent Needs to Know About the Digital World.” This session will provide insight into online safety and the digital challenges children face today.
Please note: Due to the mature and sensitive nature of the content, this event is intended for adults only.
The event is open to families in surrounding communities, and all are encouraged to attend. Please consider sharing this opportunity within your organization and network.
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.