Warsaw Community High School hosted it’s very first outdoor graduation Friday, July 17, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

So what happens when Johnny the third-grader suddenly has a temperature while at school this fall?

By Dan Spalding InkFreeNews WARSAW – Marsha Cook returned to teaching and her outdoor classroom on Friday night seemed to relish the opportunity. Cook was one of several speakers featured at the second annual Juneteenth celebration held in Warsaw Friday, June 19, that attracted more than 100 people outside of the Kosciusko County Courthouse. Juneteenth …read more.

Topics at the Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees meeting revolved around the COVID-19 pandemic as those present talked about cleaning buildings, keeping students safe and rewarding employees who have put themselves on the front lines.

Fall classes for Warsaw Community Schools are tentatively set to begin at the normal time but will include some level of hybrid arrangements because of the coronavirus.

Warsaw Community Schools’ summer school program will look slightly different this year in order to be in accordance with state guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Indiana Department of Education recently announced that Claypool, Jefferson and Madison Elementary Schools are now certified in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM.)

Press Release WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School Principal Troy Akers was recently selected as District 2 Principal of the Year. The Indiana Association of School Principals annually recognizes outstanding school leaders in each of the 12 Indiana districts who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities of students. These principals are acknowledged by their …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert released an open letter to the Warsaw community on Friday, April 3. “The 2019-20 school year will go down as one of the most unique in our 175 years of public education in the greater Warsaw community. While our school buildings are physically closed, Warsaw Community …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of Trustees approved an employee pay resolution for the school corporation’s support staff during a meeting on Monday, March 23. The resolution was one of two COVID-19 resolutions that the board approved. “Traditionally, school systems are governed by the State Board of Accounts, and that means that hourly employees …read more.

EDITOR’S NOTE: A Spanish version of this press release is available toward the bottom. WARSAW – One day after taking several steps to eliminate exposure to the coronavirus, Warsaw Schools Corporation announced classes have been canceled. On Friday, March 13, Dr. David Hoffert announced that Warsaw Community Schools will close beginning Monday, March 16,  and …read more.

From left, in front, are Heather Reichenbach, WCS board president; Elle Turley, WCS board member; Suzie Light, Kosciusko County Community Foundation CEO; and Jay Baumgartner, WCS board member.From left, in back, are Mike Coon, WCS board member; Randy Polston, WCS board vice-president; Jeremy Mullins, WCS board secretary; Dr. David Hoffert, WCS superintendent; and Brad Johnson, …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools will receive a $100,000 approved by the Indiana State Board of Education. The Career Ladder program was developed for local education agencies to develop teacher leadership opportunities. The grant will support teacher development while providing high-performing teachers expanded career opportunities in teacher-coaching and in leadership roles. All Warsaw Community Schools …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees discussed the corporation’s upcoming summer school program and proposed high school classroom renovations during a work session on Tuesday, Feb. 18. JoElla Hauselman, Edgewood Middle School principal and summer school coordinator; and Dan Graney, summer program facilitator, were both present at the meeting to discuss …read more.

WARSAW — Several parents in Kosciusko County have reached out to Northern Indiana Atheists regarding what they view as unconstitutional religious “lessons” being shared during the Christmas season at Lincoln Elementary School. Troy Moss, NIA president of the group, wrote a letter on Monday, Dec. 30, addressing the issue and sent it to Dr. David …read more.

State Rep. Dave Wolkins conceded this week he was wrong when he said Warsaw Community Schools was moving $15 million from salaries to operational costs. The District 18 state lawmaker from Warsaw made the suggestion a week ago in this column and reiterated it in a statement he issued. He was reacting in response to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees will hold a meeting at 7:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25, regarding the potential impact of residential TIFs on WCS and the Warsaw area. During its Nov. 12 meeting, the school board discussed a meeting they planned to have with Mayor Joe Thallemer, Plan Director Jeremy Skinner …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees discussed school bus stop arm violations during its monthly work session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. At the session, WCS Board Member Randy Polston asked those at the meeting about a pedestrian crossing at Lakeview Middle School. “Do we have or are we going to get stop signs …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees approved a resolution to close Gateway Education Center during a meeting session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The facility at 201 N. Union St., Warsaw, formerly served as Madison Elementary School until 2010, but has been used in recent years for alternative education classes and adult …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools recently announced an opportunity for new teachers to the district to explore educational experiences within their classroom. Teachers at WCS in their first three years of teaching are invited to apply for this funding opportunity provided by the Dr. Dane and Mary Louise Miller Foundation. “WCS, in partnership with the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools hosted four-time Boston and New York City marathon winner Bill Rodgers on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. Rodgers shared his journey to becoming a world-renowned marathon runner with approximately 535 WCS fifth-grade students, inspiring them to run toward dreams of their own while …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community School Board of School Trustees and the Warsaw Education Association recently announced the ratification of a certified teaching contract for the 2019-20 and 2020 21 school years. Highlights of the two-year certified contract include: a $2,800 increase on the base salary for all certified teachers ($1,400 for 2019-20 and $1,400 …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools honored the K21 Health Foundation and 1st Source Bank during a special recognition night at the Oct. 11 football game where the Tigers played Northwood High School. The event highlighted the continued partnership between WCS and both the K21 Health Foundation and 1st Source Bank. Staff from both organizations were …read more.

WARSAW — The future of Warsaw Community Schools’ Gateway Education Center was discussed during tonight’s WCS Board of School Trustees monthly work session. The facility, located at 201 N. Union St., formerly served as Madison Elementary School until 2010. The structure was built in 1955. During the meeting, Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert and WCS Director …read more.

WARSAW — Four-time Boston Marathon and New York City Marathon winner Bill Rodgers will visit Warsaw Community Schools at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Warsaw Community High School Performing Arts Center. Rodgers will talk with all WCS fifth-grade students about his record-setting marathon experiences while inspiring students to run toward dreams of their …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community High School recently celebrated the opening of the new Warsaw Sports Pavilion, located between the tennis courts and soccer fields. This new pavilion was made possible through the generous support of parents from both the boys’ and girls’ soccer teams and boys’ tennis who raised the funds necessary to create the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools honored Kosciusko Community Hospital during a special recognition at the Sept. 20 home varsity football game against Northridge. The event highlighted a continued affiliation between WCS and KCH, while also spotlighting a recent donation from the hospital. KCH staff members were invited to attend the game free of charge and …read more.

WARSAW — During a regular board meeting on Sept. 16, Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees learned the school corporation was recently awarded a $100,000 school safety grant. The grant is through the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant program, which focuses on the safety and security of schools. Since 2013, the program has delivered more …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of School Trustees discussed the 2019 summer school program and elementary school athletics during a work session on Tuesday, Sept. 10. JoElla Hauselman, Edgewood Middle School principal and summer school coordinator, led the discussion on this year’s summer school program. In total, 745 students registered for the 2019 …read more.

WARSAW — The Indiana Department of Education publicly released statewide results of the Spring 2019 ILEARN results on Wednesday, Sept. 4. ILEARN recently replaced the former state assessment program known as ISTEP+. However, in comparison to past ISTEP+ scores, ILEARN showed lower achievement levels across the state in both language arts and mathematics. According to …read more.

WARSAW – Incoming Warsaw Community High School athletic director Matt Binkerd made his first appearance in a meet and greet Monday night.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert was recently presented with the Doc Bowen Community Partner Award by the Bowen Center at the center’s annual board of directors meeting at Oakwood Resort Event Center. The award is given to individuals who promote and advance awareness and treatment of mental health issues within the …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Through the generosity of an anonymous donor, the Warsaw Performing Arts Center Endowment Fund has been established. The endowment fund is a component of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation and will generate an annual revenue stream to support the performing arts facility operated by Warsaw Community Schools. Over the years, the Performing Arts …read more.

WARSAW — Community leaders and experts in the treatment of substance abuse converged on Warsaw Community High School’s Performing Arts Center Monday night, Aug. 27, for the fourth community call to action gathering. Prior to the event, Matthew Graham, director of Bowen Center’s Warsaw outpatient office, discussed what he thought was the biggest barrier to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools is already looking ahead to the fall when sun-tanned students will be headed back into the classroom. “We have about 18 percent of our students registered,” said Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert at the Board of School Trustees monthly work session Thursday afternoon, June 14. “That is good, [Chief Analytics Officer] …read more.

CLAYPOOL — Claypool Elementary School was recently recognized by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement, according to a press release from the Warsaw Community School Corporation. The school’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities at Work process was a major contributing factor in the improved achievement of its students. PLCs …read more.

WARSAW – Peers recall the positive impact left by the late Dave Fulkerson.

WARSAW – Brian Lockhart was recently named the new strength and conditioning coach for Warsaw Community Schools.

WARSAW – The groundbreaking ceremony was held Tuesday at Warsaw Community High School with Lutheran Health Network for the new turf football field.

[weaver_youtube pY0PcHq8FGc rel=0] Warsaw — The final beam is in place on the framework of the new Lincoln Elementary School, Warsaw. Students, teachers and school officials took part in a beam raising ceremony Friday morning, May 20. Earlier in the week, students had the opportunity to sign the beam, knowing their names will be a part of their …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools continue to move forward academically and technologically. At the board’s regular work session, held Tuesday evening, March 8, Warsaw Community High Schol social studies teacher Jeff Grose updated the board on the new high school social studies curriculum. The school has chosen Pearson, largely because of its integration of technology along …read more.

WARSAW — Yesterday students at Warsaw Community School Corporation were given a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience history in the flesh. Students from Warsaw Community School Corporation fifth, eighth and 11th grade classes had the opportunity to listen to the story of Charles Person, one of three surviving original Freedom Riders of 1961. Person …read more.

Dear Editor, One of the core values included in the WCS Strategic Plan is, “Giving of time, talent, and resources is vital to the well-being of the community,” and we teach this to our students. Yesterday we experienced this core value demonstrated back to WCS from this and surrounding communities after experiencing a devastating fire …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Warsaw Community Schools WARSAW — Early this morning Warsaw Community Schools experienced a fire at the WCS Transportation Building. As a result, school was cancelled for the day. “We are thankful that no employees were injured as a result of the fire and we would like to thank surrounding area fire, and …read more.

WARSAW — The extent of damage is still unknown, but preliminary findings show the damage to contents and the Warsaw Bus Garage, potentially could reach over $1 million. “We don’t have a ball park figure,” stated Dr. David Hoffert, superintendent for Warsaw Community Schools, but added “it will be a high number.” Hoffert stated this …read more.

WARSAW — Three local veterans and their escorts were honored yesterday, Sept. 16, with the 16th Honor Flight from Northwest Indiana to the WWII Memorial in D.C. According to Warsaw School Corporation Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert, three different area men attended the flight, including his own grandfather Russell Hoffert. Russell, a Warsaw-native served in WWII. …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community School Board met Tuesday, Sept. 15, for the monthly board work session. During two presentations were given on topics that once implemented, will provide students with new and exciting opportunities.

Warsaw Community Schools will hold a special board meeting as an informational outlet on the current building and renovation project progress for Lincoln Elementary, Washington STEM Academy and Edgewood Middle School. Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert will communicate the background, scope of the projects, objectives and current progress report from the advancement over the past few …read more.

On Aug. 3 to Aug. 5, approximately 60 WCS educational professionals attended the Professional Learning Communities at Work® Conference in Lincolnshire, Ill. Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert stated, “The PLC process is our school corporation’s vehicle for continuous improvement focused on student learning.  The methods learned through this professional learning create a culture of collaboration within …read more.

By DR. DAVID HOFFERT, Warsaw Community School Corporation Superintendent WCS is proud to be a “future-ready” school. We are helping students achieve their dreams. Our students are developing skills that will advance them to trade schools or higher education and realize careers in health services, orthopedics, agriculture, and more. We are not just preparing students …read more.

By DR. DAVID HOFFERT Superintendent, Warsaw Community Schools (EDITOR’S NOTE: This is in response to the arrest earlier today, Thursday, July 2, of Greg Schroeder. See related article: Former School Employee Arrested On Charges.) On the morning of Oct. 27, 2014, former director of maintenance, buildings and grounds, Greg Schroeder, admitted to Warsaw Community School …read more.

The Warsaw Community School Board met Tuesday evening for a lengthy board work session to discuss numerous proposals for both equipment and structure repairs. Among the most noteworthy of the claims was a proposed repair to a section of Washington Elementary’s roof, as well as numerous technology claims. Dirk Felger, director of buildings and grounds …read more.

Yesterday afternoon business and community leaders, educators and school officials from across the state visited Grace College’s Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center to attend the Indiana Department of Education’s free Global Learning Workshop. The event, which was hosted for Hoosier educators, featured numerous speeches from state officials, business leaders and school officials. Among those who spoke …read more.

The Kosciusko County Democratic Party announces Warsaw Community School Superintendent, Dr. David Hoffert, will speak at the monthly party meeting at 6 p.m. Monday, April 6. Meetings are held at Richard’s Restaurant, Warsaw, in the meeting room area. The public is welcome to attend and hear Hoffert discuss the school corporation’s proposals for the construction …read more.

The Warsaw Community School Board of Trustees met Monday evening for a short, to-the-point monthly regular board meeting. The meeting offered a chance for recognition of several individuals including students, staff and community members. Among those recognized was Lori Davila, a Washington fourth grader student whose extraordinary efforts saved her grandmother’s life. Davila shared her …read more.

[Editor’s note: This article is part three of a four part story discussing the recently proposed Warsaw Community School Corporation Facility Plan. This plan will be presented through a public forum from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. tonight at the Warsaw Community High School PAC. On Monday, Jan. 26, the WCS School Board will determine …read more.

[Editor’s note: This article is part two of a four part story discussing the recently proposed Warsaw Community School Corporation Facility Plan. This plan will be presented through a public forum from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. tonight at the Warsaw Community High School PAC. On Monday, Jan. 26, the WCS School Board will determine whether …read more.

On May 5, voters will have an opportunity to provide a vote in favor of the rebuilding of Lincoln Elementary and the remodeling of Edgewood Middle School and Washington Elementary. According to Hoffert, plans to rebuild and restore the three schools have been in the works for several years. “We are not looking so much …read more.

Article by Dr. David Hoffert, Superintendent Warsaw Community Schools The start of the new calendar year and the holiday break for Warsaw Community Schools provided a time of both reflection and planning for the new year. Warsaw Community Schools’ mission is to inspire and equip all students to continuously acquire and apply knowledge and skills …read more.

By RACHEL M. MONDRAGON Director of Marketing and Fund Development, Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts Over the past month Symphony of the Lakes has been accepting donations to the exciting new fundraising event known as Pursuit of the Podium. Four community leaders have been competing for your donations and the winner will conduct the …read more.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools Dr. David Hoffert, superintendent of Warsaw Community Schools, has been selected by the U.S. Department of Education as one of 100 top school leaders from across America to participate in the first-ever National Connected Superintendents Summit Wednesday, Nov. 19 at the White House. Hoffert is among …read more.

During Monday evening’s Warsaw Community School Board meeting Ronna Kawsky, director of the Warsaw Area Career Center revealed that WACC was the recipient of a large grant that would revolutionize the machine and welding program at the career center. According to Kawsky, the grant was given by the Indiana Center for Education and Career Innovation in …read more.

The graphics for the new WCS STEM Bus were designed by WCHS students. The design was created by Karisa Clark, Joelle Scram, Drew Tomasok and Noemi Lopez, all students in Kelly Morrow’s Visual Communication class.(Photo provided) In August 2013, Warsaw Community School Corporation first announced plans to create a the new WCS S.T.E.M. Bus that …read more.

Dr. David Hoffert presents Dr. Craig Hintz with the Sagamore of the Wabash award.(Photo by Alyssa Richardson) Both tears and laughter were shared during last night’s Warsaw Community School Board meeting as WCS staff, administration and community members bid farewell and offered thanks to WCS Superintendent Dr. Craig Hintz, who is retiring from the school …read more.