Whiteland Elementary

Our first graders are having a blast at the Children’s Museum on their fall field trip!

WOW Warriors in second grade enjoying lunch in the booth today! Way to go, Warriors!

Don’t miss out on the Harlem Wizards coming to town! Get your tickets today!

Book Club with Mrs. Compton and Mrs. Pugh this morning as well as kicking off Red Ribbon Week! Our theme this year is “Life is a movie. Film Drug Free!”

VOTE for your favorite trunk!

Some of our students, who were recognized as the “Stars of Honor” at the IU football game today, shared pictures from their experience! Way to represent WES!

It was a fun day with our first round of grade level celebrations for this school year! We will have four more opportunities for students to be recognized throughout the school year! Well done, Warriors! We are so proud!

Stop by and see us tomorrow from 9:00-4:00!

WWJBL
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The last day to sign up for Whiteland Warriors Junior Basketball League (WWJBL) is on Monday, October 28th! If you have not signed up yet, you can sign up here:

WWJBL REGISTRATION LINK

https://whitelandbasketball.sportngin.com/register/form/247919740

Volunteer coaches will evaluate players and draft teams following each evaluation. Once teams are made, we will post a game schedule! For planning purposes, games will be played on the following dates: November 23rd, December 7th, December 14th, December 21st, January 11th, January 18th, January 25th.

If you are interested in volunteering to coach your son's team, please let me know! We are always in need of coaches, so any help is much appreciated!

If you have any questions, please reach out. For further information, please see the attached document below!

We will be having evaluations next week for each division! Here is the schedule: GO WARRIORS!

CPCSC STAFF SPOTLIGHT

**Dana Camp: Energizing Movement in Education!**

Dana Camp is not your typical gym teacher. As the enthusiastic physical education instructor at Whiteland Elementary, she believes in the power of movement to engage children. "I wouldn’t ask my students to do something I won’t do myself," she insists, emphasizing her commitment to keeping everyone active during her classes. "I require that they keep moving!"

Dana's educational journey began with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University, followed by a Master’s in Education from Austin Peay State University. Since 2011, she has dedicated her skills to the students at WES, but her extensive background in education spans 34 years. Something many don’t know about her is that before diving into physical education, Dana was a classroom teacher for 15 years in various states, including Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, Georgia, and California. Today, she inspires approximately 380 K-5 students, promoting physical fitness in a fun and engaging environment.

Her classes are filled with energy, from lively warm-ups set to pop music to the thrilling challenge of the climbing wall. Dana cherishes the unique aspect of her job—getting paid to play! “The best part about being a teacher is witnessing the joy in children—their laughter, smiles, and the way they engage both their minds and bodies in physical activity. I get to do all the fun stuff, and that brings me joy.”

Despite her impressive career, Dana has no thoughts of retirement on the horizon. However, she looks forward to one day spending more time with her three grandchildren in San Diego. In addition to her professional life, Dana proudly raised three children—two daughters and a son—who have undoubtedly contributed to her joyful perspective on life.

One significant challenge she faces as a PE instructor is encouraging those students who are hesitant about physical activity. "I need to strike a balance between motivating those who are enthusiastic and engaging those who are more reluctant." To address this, she utilizes quick drills and diverse stations, ensuring that every student can participate, irrespective of their athletic abilities. Many of her students who participate in WES’s running club, which she oversees, go on to run track and or cross country in middle and high school. “Not only does she make an incredible impact in the gymnasium each day, she is heavily involved in our PTO, a trusted colleague, and someone who can always be counted on to be professional in all interactions”, stated WES Principal, Bethany Guilfoy. “Coach Camp makes a huge impact on our entire school community! We are so lucky that she is a Warrior and a part of our team at WES!”

Dana lives in Columbus and grew up in Edinburgh, where she passionately participated in every sport available. She describes her life as an open book and embraces an active lifestyle, running half marathons and tackling mud races alongside her fiancé.

Join us in congratulating Dana Camp on being our CPCSC Staff Spotlight—her dedication to moving bodies and minds is truly inspiring!

We are hiring a behavior skills assistant! This staff member supports a variety of students through push-in support as well as runs lunch groups for students that needs extra support with self-regulation, calming strategies and so much more! https://www.applitrack.com/cpcsck12in/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=2143&posFirstChoice=Student%20Support%20Services&posSpecialty=Behavioral%20Health

If you’re able to help pop popcorn, our PTO would greatly appreciate it!

We have our first popcorn Friday planned this week and we need your help! We need 5 volunteers to help prep popcorn on Thursday evening. We will meet at 4:30. Please use the link to sign up for a slot if you can help!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945AEAF2FA4F9C25-52550875-popcorn #/

Come on out to the craft fair from 9:00-4:00 and trunk or treat from 2:00-4:00!

While you’re shopping our craft fair this weekend, be sure to bring the kiddos from 2-4 for Trunk or Treat in the parking lot!! Stop by, say hi and get some treats! We can’t wait to see you all there.

*If you are interested in setting up a trunk, let us know!

Please come support our PTO and all of the vendors that will be present this Saturday!

We are so excited to host our craft fair on Saturday. Join us from 9-4 and shop the many vendors we will have on site and bring the kids from 2-4 for Trunk or Treat taking place in the parking lot!

Thank you to all of our wonderful vendors who will be there as well as Enedinas Taco Truck who will be on site from 11-1. Can’t wait to see you all there!

We are hiring a Certified Medical Assistant at our school! If you know of someone who is looking to be on the school schedule, provide medical care to a super sweet student, and work with amazing colleagues, please have anyone interested email Mrs. Guilfoy at [email protected].

Have a great fall break, Warriors!
School resumes Monday, October 21, 2024.
Doors open at 8:50am!

The B*W (Big Bad Wolf) has been visiting kindergarten STEM classes this week. He's been trying sooo hard to blow down our houses, but we've outsmarted him! The little ones loved pretending to be pigs, just like the story!

Some of our third graders spent their Warrior Way tickets on their nine week party! It was a “carnival” theme!

Earlier this week, our second graders went to the Tie Dye Lab for their field trip! They all wore their shirts today! They were recognized by the Tie Dye Lab for being respectful and responsible throughout the entire experience! Well done, Warriors!

Our staff selected 48 students as our “Stars of Honor” in partnership with Indiana University. These students will be recognized at the Oct. 26 IU football game for their leadership and character in our school community. Well done, Warriors!

Our kindergartners had a special publishing parties with their teddy bears. Mrs. Breeden has been working hard to grow these little ones as writers!

Hello Clark-Pleasant Families,

Vaccine Exclusion Date for the 2024-2025 school year is:
October 21st, 2024

The last school day for students before fall break is Friday, October 4th.
Your students will have the opportunity to receive required vaccinations while out
of school during fall break.
If your student does not have their state required vaccines completed by Sunday,
October 20, 2024 they will not be able to return to school until required vaccines
are completed.

Please contact your school nurse for assistance or any concerns.

Lisa M. Monge, MSN, RN
Health & Nursing Coordinator
Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation

Congratulations to our very own, Mrs. Lindsey! A huge thank you to our foundation and Andrew Prince for sponsoring this surprise!

As we finish out the month of September, we want to say "Congratulations" to Gloria Lindsey- Student Support: Content Instructional Assistant at Whiteland Elementary for being the final Surprise September winner sponsored by Andrew Prince, Realtor with Century 21 Scheetz.

DON'T FORGET!!!

Early Release on Friday, October 4th.

CPMS = 12:40 PM
WCHS = 12:45 PM
Elementary Schools = 1:55 PM

Parent-Teacher Conferences!
October 2 & 3, 2024