WARSAW — “Is a cook a scientist?” asked Master Chef Dani Barkey. Students at Washington Elementary learned the answer to that Tuesday afternoon for STEM. Students answered the question by explaining what a scientist and cook may have in common. One student explained that “both a scientist and cook have to measure things,” hitting the …read more.

WARSAW — On Friday, Jan. 20, third and fifth grade students and staff filled the STEM lab at Washington STEM Academy to watch the Inauguration of President Donald Trump. Principal Tom Ray explained watching the Inauguration was a culmination of things students have been learning since the beginning of the school year. Teachers at Washington …read more.

[weaver_youtube m7A8iGeyPMs rel=0] WARSAW — Retro Bill, lip-synching cops and a laser light spectacular all marked the end of this year’s DARE program as sixth-graders from nine area elementary schools gathered to celebrate their graduation. Students from Madison, Claypool, Sacred Heart, Leesburg, Harrison, Washington, Jefferson, Eisenhower and Lincoln, along with their families, teachers and DARE …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community School Board is wrapping up one school year and looking forward to the next following its regular work session held Tuesday evening, May 10. Design-build is the hot topic going into the summer months, with major components of all three buildings — Washington and Lincoln Elementary Schools and Edgewood Middle …read more.

By ALYSSA RICHARDSON Communications Associate, Warsaw Community Schools WARSAW — Last weekend, chess teams from Warsaw brought home five trophies at the Indiana Chess Team State Finals. The competition took place in Hammond. In the third and under division Eisenhower placed eighth, Lincoln placed seventh and Washington placed sixth. In the sixth and under division, Washington …read more.

WARSAW — It has been an exciting season thus far for Warsaw Community School Corporation chess clubs. Teams from Madison, Washington, Eisenhower and Lincoln elementary schools, as well as Edgewood Middle School, recently battled their wits against opponents at the Regional Chess Tournament in Goshen on Saturday, Feb. 27.

Site renovations for Washington Elementary WARSAW — The Warsaw School Corporation has started making the dream of a new Lincoln Elementary and renovated Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School a reality. Monday, Feb. 15, the construction began with trees being removed from the front of the WCS administration building to make a new road to …read more.

WARSAW — By next year, Washington Elementary School students will have an improved learning environment. Work is slated to begin in just a few weeks on the Washington Elementary School construction project and students, teachers, staff and school officials gathered Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 19, to celebrate with a ground breaking ceremony. Despite frigid temperatures, the atmosphere …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community School Corporation is another step closer to bringing its dream of a new Lincoln Elementary and renovated Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School a reality. Warsaw Plan Commission unanimously approved development plans on all three school projects Monday evening, Dec. 14, during its regular meeting. No negative remarks against the project …read more.

Don and Lucinda Conley, Warsaw, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary Sept. 6, 2015.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community School Corporation hopes to keep the community apprised of its latest building project. Superintendent David Hoffert gave a presentation at a special meeting held Wednesday evening, Aug. 26, in which he outlined the project. The plan, he said, is to keep the community informed throughout the process. The project will focus …read more.

WARSAW — What do remote controls, suitcases, tire gauges and garbage cans have in common? According to motivational speaker, Retro Bill, they are all visual metaphors for self-esteem. Retro Bill has been making the rounds of Warsaw Community Schools, speaking at Jefferson and Harrison Elementary Schools Monday, Aug. 24, and at Eisenhower and Washington Elementary …read more.

While the U.S. Postal Service’s woes might indicate handwritten correspondence is a dying art, fast replaced by electronic messaging, the tradition is still alive and kicking locally.

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.

“I’ve never seen a class this involved and this creative,” said Josh Grill to Tad Nieter’s third grade class at Washington Elementary School in Warsaw.

Lincoln Elementary rendering Members of the community, students and Warsaw Community School Corporation staff and personnel met today to discuss WCS’s accomplishments, as well as plans for the future. During this core planning session, Dr. David Hoffert, WCS superintendent, took a moment to thank the numerous supporters of the WCS referendum — which will allow …read more.

By MARCI FRANKS Director, Food and Nutrition, Warsaw Community Schools The Warsaw Community Schools have announced plans to participate in the Summer Food Service Program. Free meals will be made available to all children 18 years of age and under and to persons over 18 years who are enrolled in a state-approved educational program for …read more.

On May 5 voters will be faced with an opportunity to vote yes or no to a referendum that would allow for the rebuilding of Lincoln Elementary and the remodeling of Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School. Lincoln Elementary proposal(all photos provided by WCS) Lincoln Elementary  Though some are concerned about redistricting at Lincoln, the current …read more.

Dear Editor, I used to describe these parts as a place that displays both the “vision” of Jules Verne and the spirit of Mayberry…all at the same time.  And I have always considered it a very special gift to be able to travel but a few miles in any direction from the center of Warsaw …read more.

Dear Editor, I am writing this letter of support as both an educator and a proud parent of a WCS student. I want to publicly support and thank the Friends of Warsaw Community Schools, WCS Board members and Dr. David Hoffert for all of the time and energy they have spent to help improve the …read more.

[weaver_youtube kBVikB-Vfcc rel=0] If there was one word that could accurately describe students and staff at Lincoln Elementary, Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School, it would be indomitable. However, though their spirits cannot be broken, the structures they work in are another story. The children and staff, though reaching academic heights, are faced with serious limitations and safety …read more.

Friends of Warsaw Community Schools, a non-profit, privately funded support group for the proposed referendum to rebuild Lincoln Elementary and repair Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School, is urging area residents to “vote early for our kids.” Early voting will begin Monday, April 29 and will end at noon Monday, May 4. Voting will take place at the justice building …read more.

At 7:15 p.m. Monday, April 13, Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent David Hoffert will make another presentation regarding the school corporation’s proposed referendum to fund a new Lincoln Elementary School, and renovate Washington Elementary School and Edgewood Elementary School. A 2012 study of WCS’s facilities determined that those school had issues that need addressed. To fund the …read more.

Students at Washington and Madison elementary schools are celebrating after a battle of wits at the state level. The Washington and Madison chess teams both made it to the state competition under the tutelage of chess team instructor and music teacher Jay Bolduc. Bolduc has taught chess at WCS for the past 12 years with …read more.

  By LORI ANN TILDEN Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, Warsaw Community Schools With credit given to the Kosciusko County Dental Association, Washington Elementary students received dental examinations from association members, Dr. Hassel and Dr. Thompson. Dr. Lena Fermback spearheaded the KCDA’s School Dental Examination Project.

Yesterday evening during Warsaw Community School Corporation’s monthly regular board meeting members of the community and school board met to hear final details on the proposed plan to rebuild Lincoln Elementary and remodel Washington Elementary and Edgewood Middle School. Lincoln Elementary proposal (all photos provided by WCS) The meeting began with a short presentation from Dr. David Hoffert, …read more.

Dear Editor, I have been brought up in the WCS system and am attending WCHS right now. I attended Edgewood Middle School and have had family as well as several friends attend Washington and Lincoln elementary. I have also met with Dr. Hoffert and have seen him give his presentation on the proposed referendum. After …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.

By DANI BARKEY Chief Accountability Officer, Warsaw Community Schools In August of 2012, the Warsaw Community School Corporation completed a facility study to evaluate WCS buildings and develop a plan that would address the needs of the community while remaining focused on the academic achievement of students. This planning process incorporated wide-ranging community involvement with …read more.