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NOTICE OF HEARING
July 2, 2025
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GCS Summer Food Sites 2025
May 20, 2025
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2024-25 Graduation Information
April 25, 2025
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2024-2025 Tentative Agreement
October 10, 2024
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    2025-07-14
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    Principal's First Day

    2025-07-21
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    English/Spanish Post Happy Fourth of July from Go English/Spanish Post Happy Fourth of July from Goshen Community Schools! Today, we celebrate our nation’s independence and reflect on the values of freedom, community, and hope. As you gather with family and friends, we wish you a safe and enjoyable holiday. ¡Feliz 4 de Julio desde las Escuelas Comunitarias de Goshen! Hoy celebramos la independencia de nuestra nación y reflexionamos sobre los valores de la libertad, la comunidad y la esperanza. Al reunirse con familiares y amigos, les deseamos unas felices fiestas.
    Kindergarten registration is still open for the up Kindergarten registration is still open for the upcoming school year! If you have a child who will be entering Kindergarten, please be sure to complete their registration as soon as possible so we can plan for a smooth start. First day of kindergarten is Wednesday, August 13! If you have any questions about the registration process or need assistance, please contact the GCS Administration Building. We can’t wait to welcome our newest RedHawks!
    English/ Spanish Post The Goshen Community School English/ Spanish Post The Goshen Community Schools Administration Building will be closed to the public from June 30 through July 4. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July weekend! Regular summer office hours (Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM) will resume on Monday, July 7. El edificio de administración de las escuelas comunitarias de Goshen estará cerrado al público del 30 de junio al 4 de julio. ¡Les deseamos a todos un feliz y seguro fin de semana del 4 de Julio! El horario habitual de oficina de verano (de lunes a jueves, de 7:30 a. m. a 4:30 p. m.) se reanudará el lunes 7 de julio.
    English/Spanish Post Goshen Community Schools has English/Spanish Post Goshen Community Schools has been awarded a Community Investment Grant from the @commfoundelkco to support a new initiative: Enhancing Early Learning through Structures of the Intellect (SOI)/Integrated Practice Protocol (IPP). This program will serve students in Pre-K through 4th grade, helping strengthen foundational learning skills like memory, focus, and sensory processing through individualized assessments and targeted supports. The goal? To better prepare students for kindergarten and beyond by developing the core cognitive tools they need to succeed in school and in life. We’re incredibly grateful to the Community Foundation for investing in our students and believing in the power of early intervention. #RedHawkPride #EarlyLearning #CommunitySupport Las Escuelas Comunitarias de Goshen han recibido una Subvención de Inversión Comunitaria de la Fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Elkhart para apoyar una nueva iniciativa: Mejorar el aprendizaje temprano a través de Estructuras del Intelecto (SOI)/Integrated Protocolo de Práctica Clínica (PPI). Este programa atenderá a estudiantes desde preescolar hasta cuarto grado, ayudándolos a fortalecer habilidades de aprendizaje fundamentales como la memoria, la concentración y el procesamiento sensorial a través de evaluaciones individualizadas y apoyos específicos. ¿El objetivo? Preparar mejor a los estudiantes para el kínder y más allá, desarrollando las herramientas cognitivas esenciales que necesitan para tener éxito en la escuela y en la vida. Estamos increíblemente agradecidos con la Fundación Comunitaria por invertir en nuestros estudiantes y creer en el poder de la intervención temprana. #RedHawkPride #AprendizajeTemprano #ApoyoComunitario
    English/Spanish Post A well-deserved honor for a English/Spanish Post A well-deserved honor for a quiet hero. Last week at the INSROA state conference, GJHS School Resource Officer Tommy Steele received a brand-new award that will now bear his name moving forward—the Tommy Steele Behind-the-Shield Award. This award was created to recognize the kind of behind-the-scenes leadership and selfless service that makes a lasting impact. Tommy’s commitment to Goshen Junior High and to student safety across Indiana is second to none, and this honor couldn’t be more fitting. Thank you, Officer Steele, for showing up every day with humility, heart, and purpose. Your influence reaches further than you know. #RedHawkPride Un honor bien merecido para un héroe silencioso. La semana pasada, en la conferencia estatal de INSROA, el oficial de recursos escolares de GJHS, Tommy Steele, recibió un nuevo premio que ahora llevará su nombre en el futuro: el premio Tommy Steele Behind-the-Shield. Este premio se creó para reconocer el liderazgo tras bambalinas y el servicio desinteresado que genera un impacto duradero. El compromiso de Tommy con la Escuela Secundaria Goshen y con la seguridad estudiantil en todo Indiana es inigualable, y este honor es el más apropiado. Gracias, oficial Steele, por presentarse cada día con humildad, corazón y determinación. Su influencia llega más lejos de lo que imagina. #OrgulloHalcónRojo
    English/Spanish Post Still Time for Free Summer M English/Spanish Post Still Time for Free Summer Meals! The GCS Summer Food Program runs through July 18! All children 18 and under can receive free meals at the following locations: Parks (M–F): Twin Pines MHP | 11:35–11:55 AM Reith Park | 11:45 AM–12:05 PM Pringle Park | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM Shanklin Park | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Hay Park | 11:15 AM–12:00 PM School Sites: GHS Breakfast | 7:40–8:05 AM (June 23–26) Reminder: No meals June 30–July 4. Meals must be consumed on-site. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. ¡Todavía hay tiempo para comidas de verano gratis! ¡El Programa de Alimentos de Verano de GCS está vigente hasta el 18 de julio! Todos los niños menores de 18 años pueden recibir comidas gratuitas en los siguientes lugares: Parques (L-V): Twin Pines MHP | 11:35–11:55 a. m. Parque Reith | 11:45 a. m. a 12:05 p. m. Parque Pringle | 11:30 a. m. a 12:30 p. m. Parque Shanklin | 11:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. Parque de heno | 11:15 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. Sitios escolares: Desayuno GHS | 7:40–8:05 a. m. (del 23 al 26 de junio) Recordatorio: No habrá comidas del 30 de junio al 4 de julio. Las comidas deben consumirse en el establecimiento. El USDA es un proveedor, empleador y prestamista que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
    Summer means projects across GCS! While students Summer means projects across GCS! While students are out for the summer, our facilities and maintenance teams are hard at work improving our schools and preparing buildings for the year ahead. Here’s a look at some of the major projects happening this summer: 🏫 GJH HVAC & Ceiling Upgrades — New air handler, classroom heating units, ceilings, and digital controls. 🏀 GHS Gym HVAC — New HVAC units and improved ventilation in the main gym. 🎷 Band Lot Rebuild — Complete rebuild with new asphalt and field markings. 🏠 Waterford Roof Replacements — Multiple roof areas being replaced and office updates. 🚗 Prairie View East Drive — Full reconstruction of the east drive. Other projects include: New dust collector in the GHS industrial shop Water softener replacement at GHS Gym and kitchen tuck point repairs New soccer bleacher seating High school painting, new flooring, and carpet Window blind repairs/replacements Boiler and sidewalk repairs at Parkside Library, hallway, and outdoor classroom updates at Model Welding lab creation at Chandler for CTE Program Cooling upgrades and roof hatch install at Chamberlain We are grateful to our Facilities & Maintenance staff for all the work they do behind the scenes to make our schools safe, comfortable, and ready for learning! #RedHawkPride
    Summer Meals Reminder! We are offering free meals Summer Meals Reminder! We are offering free meals for all children 18 and younger through July 18—no registration required. Stop by one of our park or school sites this summer and enjoy a healthy meal! All meals must be eaten on-site. Please remember: All sites will be closed June 19 (this week) and June 30–July 4. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
    Join the GCS Team! 🚌 We are hiring bus drivers Join the GCS Team! 🚌 We are hiring bus drivers! ✅ Starting at $26/hour ✅ Minimum 4 hours per day ✅ Benefit eligible (30 hours per week) ✅ We provide CDL training! If you’re ready to make a difference and drive with us, apply today: https://goshenschools.schoolspring.com/?jobid=4368012 #RedHawkPride
    Goshen Community Schools is proud to announce the Goshen Community Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Carrie Garber as the next principal of West Goshen Elementary School, effective July 21, 2025. The GCS School Board of Trustees approved her selection at their June 9 meeting. Garber brings a wealth of experience and a heart deeply connected to the Goshen community. After beginning her teaching career in 1997 at Riverdale Elementary, she spent 24 years with Goshen Community Schools, with the majority of that time serving students and families at West Goshen Elementary. Her roles have included classroom teacher, literacy coach, mentor teacher, and master teacher, as well as a Teacher on Special Assignment. Most recently, Garber has served as principal of Ox Bow Elementary in Concord Community Schools. “I am incredibly excited to return to West Goshen, a place that has always felt like home,” said Garber. “Leading this school is an honor, and I look forward to building on its strong foundation of community, care, and excellence. My vision is to create a nurturing environment where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.” Garber holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Taylor University, a master’s in education from Indiana Wesleyan University, and completed her Principal Licensure Program in 2020. Her extensive background in curriculum, coaching, and leadership reflects her commitment to academic excellence and student-centered learning. Goshen Community Schools looks forward to welcoming Garber as she begins her new role later this summer.
    English/Spanish Post Tonight, we proudly honored English/Spanish Post Tonight, we proudly honored several outstanding GHS students at the Goshen School Board meeting: • GHS Crimson Men’s Choir – 4th place at the ISSMA State Finals and the top-ranked Men’s Univoiced Choir in Indiana. • Katherine Orellana Pineda – Recipient of the prestigious Dr. Aurora DeCastro Scholarship ($40,000 over four years), awarded to a first-generation college student. • Kristina Petkova – Set new records in the 100m (GHS), 200m (GHS & NLC), and 200m (Sectional); placed 3rd in the 400m at the IHSAA State Finals with a personal best of 55.87. Though Kristina was unable to attend tonight’s meeting, we celebrate her incredible accomplishments. Congratulations to these students for representing Goshen with excellence, determination, and heart! #RedHawkExcellence Esta noche, honramos con orgullo a varios estudiantes destacados de GHS en la reunión de la Junta Escolar de Goshen: • Coro masculino carmesí de GHS : cuarto lugar en las finales estatales de ISSMA y el coro masculino univoiced mejor clasificado en Indiana. • Katherine Orellana Pineda – Beneficiaria de la prestigiosa Beca Dra. Aurora DeCastro ($40,000 durante cuatro años), otorgada a un estudiante universitario de primera generación. Kristina Petkova – Estableció nuevos récords en los 100 m (GHS), 200 m (GHS y NLC) y 200 m (Seccional); obtuvo el tercer puesto en los 400 m en las Finales Estatales de la IHSAA con una mejor marca personal de 55.87. Aunque Kristina no pudo asistir a la reunión de esta noche, celebramos sus increíbles logros. ¡Felicitaciones a estos estudiantes por representar a Goshen con excelencia, determinación y corazón! #RedHawkExcellence
    English/Spanish Post What happens when you mix sc English/Spanish Post What happens when you mix science, snorkeling, and student discovery? GHS senior Cade Gentry and Biology Teacher Christina Weaver dive into the GHS Marine Biology trip to Layton, Florida—a hands-on learning experience that brings the ocean to life. From coral reefs to sea turtles, students explore marine ecosystems up close and walk away changed. Cade went on the trip three times during his high school career. This fall, he’ll study microbiology at IU Bloomington with plans to become a dermatologist, a path shaped in part by what he experienced in the Florida Keys. It’s more than a field trip; it’s an experience that inspires future careers, sparks curiosity, and reminds us why real-world learning matters. #redhawkexcellence ¿Qué sucede cuando mezclas ciencia, snorkel y descubrimiento estudiantil? Cade Gentry, estudiante de último año de GHS, y Christina Weaver, profesora de Biología, se embarcan en el viaje de Biología Marina de GHS a Layton, Florida, una experiencia de aprendizaje práctico que revive el océano. Desde arrecifes de coral hasta tortugas marinas, los estudiantes exploran los ecosistemas marinos de cerca y se marchan transformados. Cade fue al viaje tres veces durante su etapa en la preparatoria. Este otoño, estudiará microbiología en la Universidad de Indiana en Bloomington con la intención de convertirse en dermatólogo, una trayectoria marcada en parte por su experiencia en los Cayos. Es más que una excursión; es una experiencia que inspira futuras carreras, despierta la curiosidad y nos recuerda por qué es importante el aprendizaje en el mundo real. #redhawkexcellence
    Field Days across the district this week brought t Field Days across the district this week brought the fun, laughter, and joy to wrap up an amazing school year. From tug-of-war to relay races, students gave it their all and made memories with their classmates before heading into summer break. There’s no better way to end the year than with smiles like these. #RedHawkPride
    English/Spanish Post If you read about Abigail Kr English/Spanish Post If you read about Abigail Kratzer in the latest HawkTalk, you already know she's a standout student, athlete, and leader. But hearing her story in her own words makes it even more powerful. From the soccer field to the basketball court, the orchestra stage to the classroom, Abigail has embraced every opportunity Goshen has offered. She leads with joy, works with purpose, and reminds younger RedHawks not to take life too seriously. Next up: Huntington University and a future in nursing. But first, a well-earned moment to reflect on all she’s achieved. Thank you for representing us and yourself with pride, Abigail! We wish you the best as you move on to the next chapter! #HeartofaRedHawk Si lees sobre Abigail Kratzer en el último HawkTalk, ya sabes que es una estudiante, deportista y líder destacada. Pero escuchar su historia en sus propias palabras la hace aún más impactante. Desde el campo de fútbol hasta la cancha de baloncesto, desde el escenario de la orquesta hasta el aula, Abigail ha aprovechado cada oportunidad que Goshen le ha brindado. Lidera con alegría, trabaja con propósito y les recuerda a los jóvenes RedHawks que no se tomen la vida demasiado en serio. Próximamente: la Universidad de Huntington y un futuro en enfermería. Pero primero, un merecido momento para reflexionar sobre todo lo que ha logrado. ¡Gracias por representarnos y representarte con orgullo, Abigail! #HeartofaRedHawk
    English/Spanish Post They say time flies, but not English/Spanish Post They say time flies, but nothing proves it quite like this. Today, members of the Class of 2025 walked the halls of the elementary school they once called home. Years ago, they were the ones learning to read, lining up for recess, and dreaming big. This morning, they returned—taller, wiser, wearing caps and gowns, and greeted by younger students who looked up with awe and admiration. We were lucky to be at Parkside Elementary and the Junior High to capture the smiles, hugs, and high-fives. But all six elementary schools across Goshen were filled with the same pride, excitement, and emotion. Each hallway told a different version of the same story: how far they’ve come, and how ready they are to take their next step. Graduation and the final walk are just around the corner. #RedHawkFuture Dicen que el tiempo vuela, pero nada lo demuestra como esto. Hoy, los miembros de la Generación 2025 recorrieron los pasillos de la escuela primaria que una vez llamaron su hogar. Años atrás, eran ellos quienes aprendían a leer, hacían fila para el recreo y soñaban en grande. Esta mañana, regresaron, más altos, más sabios, con togas y birretes, y fueron recibidos por estudiantes más jóvenes que los miraban con asombro y admiración. Tuvimos la suerte de estar en la Primaria Parkside y la Secundaria para capturar las sonrisas, los abrazos y los saludos. Pero las seis escuelas primarias de Goshen estaban llenas del mismo orgullo, entusiasmo y emoción. Cada pasillo contaba una versión diferente de la misma historia: lo lejos que han llegado y lo listos que están para dar el siguiente paso. La graduación y la caminata final están a la vuelta de la esquina. #RedHawkFuture
    English/Spanish Post Last Friday evening, the GH English/Spanish Post Last Friday evening, the GHS track was full of energy and excitement as elementary students from across Goshen Community Schools came together for our annual elementary track meet! Students competed in a variety of running, jumping, and throwing events—showcasing their athleticism, sportsmanship, and RedHawk pride. It was a fantastic night of fun and friendly competition, and we’re proud of every student who gave it their all! El viernes pasado por la noche, la pista de GHS estuvo llena de energía y emoción ya que los estudiantes de primaria de todas las escuelas comunitarias de Goshen se reunieron para nuestra competencia anual de pista de primaria. Los estudiantes compitieron en diversas pruebas de carrera, salto y lanzamiento, demostrando su atletismo, espíritu deportivo y orgullo por los RedHawk. Fue una noche fantástica de diversión y competencia amistosa, ¡y estamos orgullosos de cada estudiante que lo dio todo!
    English/Spanish Post Today, we pause to honor and English/Spanish Post Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. On this Memorial Day, Goshen Community Schools joins our community in gratitude and reflection. We wish you a safe and meaningful day. Hoy hacemos una pausa para honrar y recordar a los valientes hombres y mujeres que dieron su vida al servicio de nuestro país. En este Día de los Caídos, las Escuelas Comunitarias de Goshen se unen a nuestra comunidad en agradecimiento y reflexión. Les deseamos un día seguro y significativo.
    English/Spanish Post We’re thrilled to share so English/Spanish Post We’re thrilled to share some big news: Prairie View Elementary has been officially named an Indiana Family Friendly School by the Indiana Department of Education! This statewide recognition honors schools that go above and beyond in creating welcoming, inclusive environments and building meaningful partnerships with families. Prairie View is one of just 45 schools across Indiana to earn this designation, which highlights their outstanding commitment to family engagement and student success. Congratulations to the entire PV community on this well-deserved honor! Estamos encantados de compartir una gran noticia: ¡Prairie View Elementary ha sido nombrada oficialmente como una escuela familiar amigable de Indiana por el Departamento de Educación de Indiana! Este reconocimiento estatal reconoce a las escuelas que se esfuerzan al máximo para crear entornos acogedores e inclusivos y forjar vínculos significativos con las familias. Prairie View es una de las 45 escuelas de Indiana que han recibido esta designación, que destaca su excepcional compromiso con la participación familiar y el éxito estudiantil. ¡Felicitaciones a toda la comunidad fotovoltaica por este merecido honor!
    English/Spanish Post There will be no school on M English/Spanish Post There will be no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. School will resume on Tuesday, May 27. No habrá clases el lunes 26 de mayo, en conmemoración del Día de los Caídos. Las clases se reanudarán el martes 27 de mayo.
    The GHS Crimsonaires hit the road today, bringing The GHS Crimsonaires hit the road today, bringing music and energy to students across all GCS schools! They’re now gearing up for their big end-of-year performances — the Crimsonaire Spectacular — happening Saturday, May 31 at 7 PM and Sunday, June 1 at 2 PM in the GHS Auditorium. 🎟️ Tickets are available now at goshenhighschool.ludus.com Don’t miss this incredible showcase of talent from one of Goshen’s most celebrated performing groups!
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