2013-2014 - Crown Point Community School

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The release of the 2013 Schoolhouse News, the corporation newsletter, is on schedule and
will be in patrons’ hands in time for registration. Thanks to Diana Green as editor, for her
hard work.
Indiana State Accreditation Exemplary Category banners will be going up at all buildings
for registration
CPHS has highest AP scores in history with 64% of all students taking an AP exam
scoring 3 or better
Diane Poulton, reporter for The Times, is writing an article for a special insert in the
newspaper focusing on why people like living in Crown Point…the Crown Point Schools
are one of the main reasons getting rave reviews
Recognized the Crown Point Red Babe Ruth 13-year-old team and manger Scott Angel
for being named champions at the Northern State Tournament…good luck at the
regionals!
Recognized Jeremy Swart, CPHS junior, for assisting his team the Crown Point 20, a
senior Babe Ruth team, win the state tournament pitching a two-hitter advancing the team
to the Ohio Valley Regionals
Recognized John Saylor, ASC custodian, for stepping up and going beyond to address
requests for a job well done
PTA recognized Colonel John Wheeler Middle School students for their participation and
achievements in the arts finishing in the top 3 in their respective disciplines – Billy
Pouch, literature; Timothy Bakker, visual art; Bryan Hatami, film; Morgan Taylor,
musical composition; Kaitlyn Penkala, dance composition; Megan Janickovic, film;
Nicole Libirian, visual art; Gracie Frazier, dance composition; Corrin Hummel, dance
composition; and Sean Fletcher, musical composition
Recognized seven members of the CPHS football team for volunteering their time to set
up an 18-hole mini golf course at the Crown Point Library for the first A Hole Lot of Fun
fundraiser – student volunteers: Kyle Crider, Anthony Van Auken, Dan Kasper, Eric
Fiacable, Nathan Dick, Steven Potosky and Pierce Jones
Recognized the CPHS Band, Dance Team, and Cheerleaders for their participation in the
Crown Point Fourth of July Parade…great job!
Recognized CPHS junior Abigail Eineman for being featured in the “Getting to Know”
section of The Times newspaper. Abigail graduated a year early and was selected to
participate in the Resident Honors Program at the University of Southern California…she
was one of only 24 students across the nation chosen for the highly competitive early
entrance honors program.
Kudos to Abigail Eineman for her outstanding achievement
Recognized everyone responsible for the successful Back to School Celebration –
compliments to all involved – Jim Hardman, John Williams, Cynthia Dewes, Deb
Ciochina, Kendra Daves, Sheri Tokoly, Ruth Schramm, Sheri Anderson, Diana Green,
Doug Taylor, Kit Degenhart, Brent Barber, Johann Sletto—CPCSC Secondary Teacher
of the Year, Pam Vickrey—CPCSC Elementary Teacher of the Year, Dianne Bushman—
CPCSC Employee of the Year, Cara Bonich, Kevin McBride, Pam Maloney and Food
Services, Patricia Huber—President, CP Community Foundation, Scott Angel—
President, CPCSC School Board, CPHS Royal Regiment Marching Band, and Madisen
McGuckin—CPHS Student Council President; Nick Kujawski—Student Film, To All of
Our CaPtains, Creator/Director/Producer - Student participants in film: Joseph Gawor,
Hope Hobgood, Nick Huls, Bridgette McCormick, and Julietta Wright
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Recognized Pam Mattox, bus driver, Lyn Czapla, elementary art teacher, and Diane
Sprehe, accounts payable, for displaying their wonderful artwork at the Administrative
Service Center during the summer months and sharing their talent with us
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted a New Teachers’ Luncheon on
August 12, 2013
Recognized CPHS Journalism teacher Julie Elston for serving as an instructor at the 67th
annual High School Journalism Institute workshops at Indiana University in July 2013
Back by popular demand - Eisenhower Elementary Choir has been asked to perform
again with the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra at the annual Holiday Pops
concert at Star Plaza Theatre in December 2013
Recognized Mr. Hardman and Mrs. Ciochina for the successful 7-day orientation for our
35 new teachers
The Times special insert, “Welcome to Crown Point” compliments Crown Point Schools
as the #1 attraction to coming to Crown Point…local residents say the quality of schools
in Crown Point is the city’s biggest asset according to Times reporter Diane Poulton
Great schools aides Crown Point in ranking second in Northwest Indiana and fifth in the
entire Chicago-area market for new housing starts (198) according to the 2013
MetroStudy’s second quarter survey…Crown Point is one of only two NWI
municipalities to listed on the report
IREAD-3 Scores - 2013
IREAD-3 March, 2013
School
Eisenhower
MacArthur
Jerry Ross
Lake Street
Solon
Robinson
Timothy Ball
CPCSC
Test N
86
76
170
63
Pass
83
72
164
61
DNP
3
4
6
2
UND
0
0
0
0
Percent
96.51%
94.74%
96.47%
96.83%
79
77
2
0
104
91
11
1
97.47%
87.50%
578
548
28
1
94.89%
Test N
4
6
6
2
Pass
3
5
4
1
DNP
1
0
2
1
TbD
0
1
0
0
Percent
75.00%
83.33%
66.67%
50.00%
2
2
0
0
12
9
3
0
100.00%
75.00%
32
24
7
1
75.00%
Pass
86
77
DNP
1
0
TbD
0
1
Percent
98.85%
98.72%
Re-Take
School
Eisenhower
MacArthur
Jerry Ross
Lake Street
Solon
Robinson
Timothy Ball
CPCSC
IREAD-3 July 31, 2013
School
Eisenhower
MacArthur
Test N
87
78
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Jerry Ross
Lake Street
Solon
Robinson
Timothy Ball
CPCSC
170
63
168
62
2
1
0
0
79
79
0
0
103
100
3
0
580
572
7
1
100.00%
97.09%
98.78%
Pass
90
69
165
66
DNP
0
1
2
4
TbD
0
0
0
0
Percent
100.00%
98.55%
98.79%
93.94%
92
84
566
0
2
9
2012 After Re-take
School
Test N
90
Eisenhower
70
MacArthur
167
Jerry Ross
70
Lake Street
Solon
92
Robinson
86
Timothy Ball
CPCSC
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575
0
0
0
98.82%
98.41%
100.00%
97.62%
98.41%
Director of Personnel John Williams and secretary Sheri Anderson presented Years of
Service pins to employees during the Back to School Celebration – 40 years: Cole Viers,
James Deal, Dave Demaree; 35+ years: Randy Hutchison, Adele Mullins, Emina
Kustrich; 30 years: Susan Skaggs, Diane DePaoli; 25 years: Jim Saksa, Dave Williams,
Carrie Ready, Jane Lang, Julie Gasparovic, Shelley Haas, Linda Sullivan, Carolyn
Ferguson; 20 years: Charles Hein, Barbara Rattray
Welcome to the new teachers from Superintendent Dr. Teresa A. Eineman and School
Board members, Mr. Angel, Mr. Caravana, Mr. Hoffman, Mrs. Schrum, and Mrs. Wolter
new teachers: CPHS – Alison Adank, Julia Collins, Jennifer Easton, Keith Ladd, Rebecca
Magee, Amanda Moore, Danielle Neill, Collette Nicolini, Ashley Plumley, Connie
Ramirez, Adam Szewiciw, Bronwyn Trusty; Eisenhower - Katherine Gorney, Ashley
Legg, Megan Pollock, Patty Begley; Jerry Ross – Nicole Sekuloski, Mandy Wenglarz;
Lake Street – Whitney Macon, Kaitlin Wool; MacArthur – Lauren Bryner, Corrina
Gonzalez, Angie Hummel, Ann Vassar, Alicia Zarndt; Solon – Katie McMahon, Ashley
Wilson; Timothy Ball – Heba Sammour; Taft – Naia Elmore, Thomas Helmuth, Andrea
Vode, Kelly Reder; Taft/Wheeler – Linsey DeBroux
Congratulated the CPHS Football Team who are off to a great start this year continuing
the winning streak against Lowell in the Old Leather Helmet game…this is the fourth
straight win in the series.
Recognized the Crown Point Community Foundation for awarding 99 scholarships
totaling more than $100,000
Thanked the entire CPCSC staff for a great start to the school year
Recognized Agnes Isailovich, Douglas MacArthur Elementary art teacher, for the
outstanding showcase display and student artwork exhibit at the Administrative Service
Center for the month of September
Kudos to CPHS and Lake Street staffs for all continuing achievements and accomplishments
under new leadership, Mr. Chip Pettit and Mrs. Cindy Wise
September 13, 2013 ADM Financial Count – 7705.54 - enrollment continues to grow at a
steady rate… numbers up 184.62 (actual students total over 8,000)
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Recognized all of our schools and the students for their involvement in community
service and philanthropic programs to support the local need in our community
IREAD-3 98.78%...among the best in the state…#1 in Lake County - scores continue to
show consistent growth
CPHS hosted its 2nd Annual College and Career Fair, September 16, 2013. Over 2,000
students and parents from five area high schools visited with 70 colleges & career
partners. Compared to last year - 22 colleges & career partners and approximately 800
students and parents… this was a great success.
CPHS Fall Sports Accomplishments: 8 IHSAA and DAC titles so far
Boys Tennis – DAC Champs, Sectional Champs
Girls Soccer – Sectional Champs
Boys Soccer – DAC, Sectional and Regional Champs
Boys CC – Sectional Champs
Girls CC – Sectionals Champs
Girls Golf – Tiffany Curtis State Qualifier
Girls Golf - Alyssa Harvey - from The First Tee of Valparaiso has been selected to attend
Auntie Anne’s Leaders & Entrepreneurs Forum in Orlando, Fla. Oct. 31 through Nov. 3.
Harvey will join 50 participants of The First Tee, ages 13-17, to participate in this
national event.
Recognized the high school for the very successful College and Career Fair – a very
strong event with several college and career options present…many students and families
attended
Recognized the CPHS staff for the College and Career Fair and for the CP 2.0 Program
noting the importance of meeting educational needs of all students and helping them
develop their own learning styles
Recognized June Wylie and Lyn Czapla, Eisenhower Elementary art teachers, for the
student artwork exhibit and outstanding showcase display at the Administrative Service
Center for the month of October
Thanked Russ Marcinek for his role in leading and organizing CPHS clubs in the
partnership with the Crown Point Community Foundation to support local philanthropic
initiatives
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Timothy Ball Elementary School will be the host site for the Food Bank of Northwest
Indiana Family Food Night, Thursday, November 14, 2013…care-n-share food boxes
will be distributed to families in need
Recognized Joe Bysiek, MacArthur Elementary teacher, for being a presenter at the 32nd
Annual Purdue University Calumet Improvement of Mathematics Teaching Conference,
September 27, 2013…Mr. Bysiek partnered with former PUC professor Gayle Millsaps
and presented a session on teaching fractions to students in grades three to five
The Crown Point Community Foundation awarded six grants to Crown Point Community
School Corporation during the September grant cycle totaling $13,349.78
The Lake County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) presented a Community
Safety Award to Crown Point High School and Milan Damjanovic, Safety and Security
Director, in recognition of efforts in Emergency Preparedness and Community Outreach
in the event of a terrorist attack…the award was presented at a luncheon on September
26, 2013
Recognized Chip Pettit, CPHS Principal; Robert McDermott, CPHS Assistant Principal;
and Lisa Goodnight, PUC Professor and Dual Credit Program Coordinator, for being
presenters at the ICASN Conference in September 2013…Session Title: Utilizing
Technology to Facilitate Effective Communication: Dual Credit Program Innovations
Recognized the CPHS Boys’ Soccer Team for winning the Class 2A semistate
championship…– Team: Bay Kurtz, Brad Kurtz, Scott Garcia, Spase Dorsuleski,
Carmelo Morales, Stojan Krsteski, Nate Brower, Garret Small, Connor Keaveney, Ben
Tomko, Michael Tanchevski, Tod Oram, Scotty Foster, Erik Eksten, Fernando Barajas,
Goran Trimoski, Joey Krampen, Boze Spaseski, Tristan Pfeifer, Mason Manis, Eric
Sirois, Joe Bushemi, Kevin Church, Connor Krampen, Sam Hodges; Head Coach Mike
Bazin
Recognized the CPHS Marching Band for winning a Gold Award at the Open
Invitational Music Festival Marching Band Competition at Highland High School –
CPHS Band Director, Johann Sletto; Assistant Band Director, Kevin McBride
Recognized Amy Sansone, CPHS special education teacher, for being selected as one of
EP (Exceptional Parent)Magazine’s Exceptional Educators for 2013 for performing work
over and above her typical daily duties and responsibilities
ISTEP data indicate test scores continue to improve…CPCSC 88.5% - best in Lake
County and Top 10 in the state
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Crown Point Community Sch. Corp.
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006 - Baseline Year
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ELA
Percent
Pass
Math
Percent
Pass
Pass Both
Math and
ELA%
91.9%
91.5%
90.1%
88.1%
82.6%
84.8%
82.3%
82.1%
92.8%
92.6%
90.8%
88.9%
82.8%
86.8%
84.5%
82.8%
88.5%
87.8%
85.6%
82.9%
75.4%
79.2%
76.2%
75.1%
Recognized the CPHS Girls’ Volleyball Team for winning the Class 4A Crown Point
Sectional…this is the first sectional championship since 1992 – Team: Jordyn Banske,
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Alyssa Kvarta, Abby Kvachkoff, Meagan Fajman, Courtney Covaciu, Madalyn
Brownlee, Alyssa Mazur, Caley Rainford, Taylor Sabato, Jordan Jones, Lexy Oppenhuis,
Jessica Yukich; Coach: Allison Duncan
Recognized Tiffany Curtis, CPHS sophomore, for earning medalist honors after shooting
a 77 at the Lake Central Golf Sectional
Recognized the CPHS Boys Cross Country Team for finishing fourth at the New Prairie
Semistate and qualifying for the state competition – Team: Mitchell Gerlach, Tyler Gray,
Nicholas Morin, Jacob Langbehn, Ryan Kepshire, Matthew Mosak, Dylan Wallace, Luke
Voss, Alec Gerlach, Matthew Muller, Zachary Hoover, Matthew McConnell; Coach:
Keith Iddings
Recognized the CPHS Choir and Choral Director Joanne Haley-Borodine for the
outstanding Fall Choral Concert on October 16, 2013
Recognized CPHS Art Department teachers, Karen Cox, Lindsay Cox, Dorothy Duffala,
and Lyndsey Sadler, for the art exhibition, entitled, “First Impressions” featuring student
artwork at the new Crown Point Library…very “impressive”…Student artist: Aurora
Alvarado, Danielle Klawitter, Alex Baloski, Bay Kurtz, Tessa Burke, Andrea Kutemeier,
Laurentia Bivol, Athanasios Liodos, Ellie Burrell, Ellen Lucas, Nicole Charlebois, Kayla
McGurk, Becca Chromey, Milena Nikolovska, Brooke Cobb, Haley Olenik, Salma Cruz,
Abi Padilla, Sarah DeMars, Brooke Perrin, Anna Dorusha, Steven Potosky, Sydney
Ellingsen, Ian Recker, Jordan Embry, Alex Redding, Rebekah Embry, Bryanna Riese,
Tyler Filas, Benjamin Sarbieski, Hailey Franklin, Lexi Sopher, Hannah Gensaw, Colin
Stein, Katharine Gorcos, Brandon Stiglich, Matt Grydzuk, Keith Sutton, Paige Lynn
Hawn, Katherine Tomczak, Abbey Hefner, Klimentina Trajcevska, Matt Hinojosa,
Katlyn Wos, Carson Hoogewerf, Grace Wylie, Tracci Fisher
Recognized Joey Betz, Colonel John Wheeler Middle School teacher, for running in the
Chicago Marathon in memory of former student Josh Prunsky…Mr. Betz has raised over
$10,000 for Shriners Hospitals for Children in Josh’s memory
Recognized CPHS administration, teachers, and students for recognition of fallen LaPorte
student and tribute to his life and family
Noted it was an honor and privilege to serve on this Board and thanked his fellow Board
Members for their service
Recognized the Crossroads Regional Chamber and Michael White, Education Committee
Chair, for partnering with Colonel John Wheeler Middle School to host the second annual
Reality Store at Colonel John Wheeler Middle School November 22, 2013.
Approximately 650 8th grade students from Col. John Wheeler and Robert A. Taft Middle
Schools and 100 volunteers from 80 businesses participated. Students gained a better
understanding of how real life will affect their budget and the importance of being
fiscally responsible.
Recognized Suzanne Hufford, Timothy Ball art teacher, for the student artwork exhibit and
outstanding showcase display at the Administrative Service Center for the month of
November
Attended the Crown Point Community Foundation Gala, November 2, 2013
Recognized the CPHS Key Club for sponsoring a Halloween Party on October 30 for all
Crown Point elementary students…bake sale proceeds benefitted ReBuilding Together
Athletic Department accomplishments over the past ten years
1. The scholar athlete program and since its inception we have grown from 37% to 50%
of our athletes that have 3.5 GPA or higher.
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2. The tremendous post season success of our athletes. Over the last 5 years we are
averaging 16 IHSAA and DAC titles per season. We also average 70 state qualifiers
each year and have had as many as 100 in one season.
3. Dog Tale Affair– Earned over $600,000.00 the last 9 years. This has provided top
notch equipment for our athletes and has secured our financial future. The dog tale
affair has also given us credibility in the community.
4. The fact that 97% of our athletes have passed the ISTEP and 96% of our athletes are
on the academic honors diploma.
5. The creation of our pre-season parents meeting has provided a vehicle of
communication and an opportunity to form lasting relationships with our parents and
stakeholders.
6. The dramatic increase in athletic participation (our numbers have more than doubled
over the last 10 years). We currently have processed almost 900 physicals through
two seasons and we anticipate our final participation number after spring sports to be
close to 1200 athletes.
7. We decided years ago to make it our mission to promote education based athletics and
provide opportunities for kids so they can participate and be a part of programs that
promote values and teach life skills such as service, respect, integrity, leadership,
perseverance, teamwork and friendship. This is why most of our sports have no cut
policies. Mr. Dorulla, Athletic Director, believes that this has been the catalyst for all
of our success.
Inkling staffers Christina Winfrey and Katie Sherman interviewed Dr. Eineman on
November 19, 2013 regarding CPHS being a Four Star School
Attended the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce Gala, November 16, 2013 –
CPCSC received a check for $1,000 for their Education Endowment Fund
Secretary of State Connie Lawson visited Crown Point High School November 20, 2013
and spoke with 620 students in the Senior class about financial literacy and the
importance of being financially fit
Recognized Jim Hardman, Chip Pettit, and Jeremy Walker along with Chris Rapp of
Evergreen for being presenters at the iNACOL (International Association for K-12
Online Learning) Blended and Online Learning Symposium in Florida, October 29, 2013
– Presentation title: From Concept to Scale – Growing Blended Learning in a Large High
School
NerdWallet, a consumer advocacy website out of California, ranked Crown Point fourth
in the state after assessing the town’s cost of living, public education system, and
economic growth…the town’s school district (CPCSC) scores among the highest
academic achievement, graduation rate, and college/career readiness levels
Indiana Commissioner of Higher Education Teresa Lubbers was the featured speaker at
the College Success Coalition Summit in Valparaiso November 20, 2013
Fall session of LEARN Academy ended this month…classes were full and very
successful
State of Indiana Accountability Report Cards released…corporation and all schools
received an “A” grade except Taft Middle School which received a “B”
Chip Pettit, CPHS principal, and Robert McDermott, assistant principal, presented at the
IASP Conference on November 25, 2013 in Indianapolis
Recognized Mary Ann Chapko and Marian Buchko for being finalists for the Crossroads
Regional Chamber 2013 Inspiring Educators Award
Attended the CPHS Fall Play, Twelve Angry Jurors, November 15…outstanding
performance
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Election Day May and November 2014…issue of school security at Solon, Taft and
Timothy Ball
Crown Point Community Foundation award grants totaling $8600+ during the final grant
cycle for 2013 – CPHS RoboDogs – CPHS Science Dept. – MacArthur Robotics Team –
Winfield Elementary Safety Field Trip
Relating to Goal 3 – Partnerships - Cynthia Dewes, Mary Ann Chapko and Deb Ciochina
are working on community connections and vertical articulation between the school
corporation, local child care organizations, the Ministerial Association and the Crown
Point Community Foundation
Recognized the Curriculum & Instruction Department for its informative monthly
newsletter, C/I News and Notes
Recognized CPHS students for winning the ‘Spread the Love Peanut Butter Food Drive’
challenge sponsored by the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana…students donated 1,556
jars of peanut butter
Recognized former CPHS graduates, Mark Wise (‘78) and Steve Kvachkoff (’79) for
their 32 years of officiating basketball together…both will be retiring at the end of this
season…congratulations!
Recognized the cast and crew of the CPHS Theatre Department for their outstanding
performance of Twelve Angry Jurors…they were phenomenal
Recognized the Colonel Wheeler Boys Cross Country Team for being named conference
champions at the Lake-Porter Conference Championship – Team: Brandon Herrara,
Cristiano Italiano, Mikey Pinchok, Kyle DeVries, Dylan Woodrick, Logan Clark,
Armando Bracco, James Janda, Ben Zirkle, Nolan Owensby, Bryce Pause, Trey Watroba,
Nikola Lash, Spencer Hardin, Joe Burke, AJ Schoon, Manvir Gill, Ben Uran, Keegan
Govert, Kyle Rettig, Conner VanDerShaff, Billy Pouch, Logan Slaven, Tyler Rettig,
Lucas Dunn, Lucas Berrier, Erik Colgan, Orlando Soler, Nick Christ, Jon Wolwark,
Henry Withrow, Curtis Dorney, Andy Lomeli; Coaches: Joe Betz and Erik Forehand
Wished everyone Happy Thanksgiving and to enjoy sharing time with family during the
holidays
Recognized Shelby Braun and Ane Talevski, Colonel Wheeler Middle School art
teachers, for the student artwork exhibit and outstanding showcase display at the
Administrative Service Center for the month of December
U.S. Census Bureau recently released data for home ownership and median home values
for NWI. Crown Point ranks #2 with a median home value of $170,600 and ranks #3 in
home ownership with a rate of 75.2% making it one of the best towns in Indiana for
young families. Although the housing market has slowed throughout the region, Crown
Point’s numbers remain well above the state’s median home value of $122,600 and home
ownership rate of 69.9%.
Family looking for affordable housing chooses Crown Point stating the city is invested in
the kids and the schools are great (a story repeated over and over)
Attended the annual Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents (IAPSS)
Banquet December 9, 2013 and received the IAPSS Twenty Year Award
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Holiday Installation & Award
Luncheon December 14, 2013…Dr. Eineman will serve on the 2014 Board of Directors
Holiday Choral Concert sneak preview was thoroughly enjoyed by the Crown Point
Rotarians on December 18
Attended the Holiday Band Concert on December 11 and the Holiday Orchestra Concert
on December 15…outstanding performances by our student musicians…star quality
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Recognized Mike Bazin, CPHS Boys’ Soccer Coach, for being named the 2013 PostTribune Boys’ Soccer Coach of the Year and leading his team to win the state
championship
Recognized the Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Choir and director Cynthia Bradford
for being invited, for the second year in a row, to perform with the Northwest Indiana
Symphony at the annual Holiday Pops Concert at the Star Plaza Theatre December 12,
2013
Indiana Secretary of State finalizes $14,000,000 settlement with ISTA and NEA…four
year old lawsuit settled, millions of dollars returned to cash-strapped schools over $3,000,000 returned to Crown Point Community School Corporation as a leader in
this quest
To the School Board, schools, and community…from my family to yours, Merry
Christmas, Dr. Teresa A. Eineman
Recognized Mr. Johann Sletto, Band Director, and the CPHS Band for the wonderful
Holiday Concert on December 11, 2013…student musicians performed at the highest
caliber…thank you for sharing this beautiful gift of music at the holidays
Recognized Mary Ann Chapko for being named a finalist for the Department of
Education’s new Principal Ambassador Fellows program that recognizes the vital role
principals play in every aspect of a school’s success…Mrs. Chapko was one of 450
principals across the country that applied for the program
Recognized CPHS junior Alyssa Kvarta for being named the Girls Volleyball Player of
the Year by the Post-Tribune and the Times
Recognized Chris Korzeniewski, CPHS Boys’ Tennis Coach, for being named the PostTribune Boys’ Tennis Coach of the Year
Recognized Bay Kurtz, CPHS senior and soccer player, for being named “All-American”
by the National Soccer Coaches Association…also, All-Area and All-State
Recognized Jacob Burkholder, former CPHS and Taylor University graduate, for being
sworn in as Crown Point’s newest police officer
Recognized the administrative staff at Colonel John Wheeler Middle School Mr. Vassar,
Mr. Vode and Mr. Croell for always being vigilant during the school’s abundant activities
and always being sure things are covered and monitored
Wished everyone Happy Holidays
Recognized Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary art teachers, Lyn Czapla and June Wylie,
for the outstanding showcase display and student artwork exhibit at the Administrative
Service Center for the month of January
Indiana College Readiness Report
2010 Graduates
Crown Point High School
Graduates Attending Indiana Public Colleges
Crown Point
High School Statewide
% attending IN public colleges within 1 year
49%
47%
Graduates Needing Remediation
% needing remediation
Remediation by Subject
Math Only
15%
31%
9%
18%
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English/Language Arts Only
Both Math & English/Language Arts
1%
4%
3%
11%
Enrollment by Degree Type
Bachelor’s degrees
Associate’s degrees
Awards at least 1 but less than 2 academic yrs.
Awards less than 1 academic yr.
Unclassified undergraduate
87%
13%
1%
0%
0%
67%
33%
1%
1%
0%
Enrollment by Status
Full-Time
Part-Time
75%
26%
67%
34%
Enrollment by Institution Type and Institution
4-year Indiana Public Institution
88%
69%
Average Freshman Year Cumulative GPA by Diploma Type
Honors
3.2
Core 40
2.3
General
2.6
Unknown/Other
2.4
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3.1
2.2
1.9
2.1
Attended Dwight D. Eisenhower’s National Elementary Honor Society Formal Induction,
January 17, 2013 and assisted with the induction of the students. Thank you to Mrs.
Chapko, principal, and Mrs. Dusseau, Chapter Advisor, for an inspiring evening to all
involved – proud parents and honor students. New Inductees; Emily Adkins, Lisa
Clement, Cal Curiel, Matthew Gerona, Jon Lieber, Landin Ready, Dominic Sainato,
Colton Thiel, Allie Dockins, Jenna Mayden, Paige Paskis, Anthony Sainato, Brayden
Stiener, Colin Bisel, Ryan Kozlowski, Isabella Mehok, Jake Oostman, Anthony
Saberniak, Jamie Schoettle, Emily Uram, Nicholas Sakaleros, Ben Tufts
Crown Point Community School Corporation a member of the 2013-2014 Crossroads
Regional Chamber of Commerce
Recognized Jen DeBoer, Douglas MacArthur first grade teacher, for being named a 2012
December Teacher of Excellence by Kenneth J. Allen and Associates for her excellence
in teaching through dedication, compassion and knowledge
Recognized orchestra directors, James Deal and Tom Reed, for the excellent 38th Annual
Holiday Orchestra Concert on December 16, 2012…beautiful music
Attended the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Holiday Installation &
Awards Luncheon on December 14, 2012
Recognized CPHS choral director, Joanne Haley-Borodine, for the outstanding Winter
Choral Concert, December 19, 2012
Crown Point Values Magazine featured Crown Point Teacher of the Year Paula Barancyk
in the December/January 2013 Issue
Recognized CPHS band director, Johann Sletto, for a wonderful Winter Concert on
December 12, 2012
Recognized Cynthia Bradford and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School Choir
for being selected to perform at the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra Holiday
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Pops Concert, December 6, 2012 and the Indiana Music Educators Professional
Development Conference, January 18, 2013…great honor
Crown Point Community Schools continue to be a contributing factor noted for the
gradual increase in new home construction permits in Crown Point
CPHS students participating in the Dual Credit Program earned 1017 credits during the
2011-12 school year increasing their career readiness and postsecondary preparedness
Recognized CPHS students Abigail Eineman and Anna Marie Gianni for being selected
to participate in the South Shore Leadership Youth for Community Engagement
(SLYCE) program designed to build regional leaders and global thinkers…first of its
kind in NWI
Recognized CPHS senior Austin Qualizza for being named a Region Sports Network and
Indiana University Northwest Academic All-Star Award winner
CPHS orchestra students Rayne Kim and Abigail Eineman performed in the All-State
Orchestra at the Indiana Music Educations’ Association (IMEA) Professional
Development Conference, January 19, 2013
Congratulated the CPHS Inklings staff and advisor, Julie Elston, for the many awards
they received…Inklings - National Pacemaker Award – 2010, 2011 and 2012 and several
individual journalism student awards; Julie Elston – 2012 Sengenberger Award as
Journalism Advisor of the Year
CPHS VEX Robotics Team qualified for the National Tournament for the fourth
consecutive year
Douglas MacArthur Mustangs Robotics Team participated in the sixth annual FIRST
Lego League Indiana Qualifying Tournament
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary won the “Themed Reading” award in the Time Out
for Reading photo contest sponsored by the Northwest Indiana Literacy Coalition…they
read “The Wizard of Oz” while dressed in costume
Winfield Elementary participated in the Time Out for Reading and received recognition
from the Northwest Indiana Literacy Coalition
Crown Point Rotary named Dr. Teresa A. Eineman a Paul Harris Fellow in appreciation
of tangible and significant assistance given for the furtherance of better understanding
and friendly relations among peoples of the world
Recognized Crown Point High School for receiving the ACT Red Quill Legacy
Award…it was one of just six Indiana high schools to receive this prestigious award
Recognized Crown Point High School for the huge gain in PSAT score percentages
Recognized Principal Mary Ann Chapko for having her article, “Fear and Loathing of the
Evaluation Bandwagon” published in the January 2013 issue of Indianagram and the
2013 January/February issue of Principal magazine
Recognized Coach Scott Vlink and the CPHS Wrestling Team for winning their 11th
consecutive sectional title
Recognized Food Services Director Pam Maloney for being featured in the December
2012 issue of Food Zone and for promoting healthy eating habits in Crown Point Schools
Thanked the Cedar Lake Town Council and Mr. Bob Carnahan for the signs around town
celebrating Douglas MacArthur Elementary receiving the 2012 National Blue Ribbon
School award…signs are posted on the roadways as you enter the Town of Cedar Lake
Recognized former CPHS graduate Jose Andrade for overcoming several medical
challenges and turning these difficulties into pursuing a nursing career
Recognized Mr. Gloff and the students in his communications class for the live feed at
the recent game…outstanding
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Recognized Karen Cox, Lindsay Cox, Dorothy Duffala, and Lindsey Saddler, CPHS art
teachers, for the student artwork exhibit and outstanding showcase display at the
Administrative Service Center for the month of February
CPHS Music Boosters hosted their annual gala fundraiser, A Noteworthy Night 2014, on
February 15…the student musicians were fantastic…they raised a little over $8,000
which was $500 more than the year before
CPCSC was one of only four school corporations in NWI with a perfect score of 4.0
earning an accountability grade of A for academic achievement from the Indiana
Department of Education
Recognized CPHS wrestler Darden Schurg for placing second in the 152 lb. class at the
state finals
Attended Timothy Ball’s National Elementary Honor Society Formal Induction, February
6, 2014. Thank you to Mr. Equihua, principal, and Mrs. Owczarzak and Mrs. Sullivan,
Chapter Advisors, for an inspiring evening to all involved – proud parents and honor
students. Inductees: Vincent Badali, Dominic Bader, Grace Barnum, Brett Bodnar,
Chassidy Carr, Kate Davidson, Lily Dunn, Bryon Gearhart, Taylor Gearhart, Aiden
Hensley, Emma Hoffman, Gracie Kenda, Diane Koisor, Haley Koonce, Colin Kreith,
Tyler Kuss, Jackson Lee, Alex Longoria, Reina Mendoza, Ethan Murphy, Layla
Nowaczyk, Justin Tung, and Jacob Venzke
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AdvancED Global Accreditation – the process for renewing our 5 year accreditation is
underway and the Parent Opinion Survey results show strong parent support and is
consistent for all schools and well above the average 2.50
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Attended Jerry Ross’ National Elementary Honor Society Formal Induction, February 20,
2014. Thank you to Mrs. Stolarz, principal, and Mrs. Perkovich Chapter Advisor, for an
inspiring evening to all involved – proud parents and honor students. Inductees: Lillian
Anderson, Allison Bates, Samuel Brewer, Tyler Britton, Nolan Chase, Aliya Dejesus,
Payton Donahue, Rachel Florkiewicz, Lauren Gorski, Allison Govert, Paige Haluska,
Elena Iloski, Morgan Kositzky, Joshua Lewandowski, Carissa Mollet, Makayla Neal,
Rebecca Parks, Zachary Paska, Joseph Phillips, Brooke Plemons, Evangeline Pycraft,
Kadyn Smith, Aigail Stolte, Brianna Thompson, Grace Turpin, Andrew Van Rys, Ashley
Van Tichelt
NerdWallet names Crown Point a top spot (9th in the state) for job seekers based on the
excellent school system, affordability, high growth in working-age population, and low
unemployment rate
CPCSC Transportation Department – Standard of Excellence and considered a Best Buy
with an average cost per pupil of $474…$26 below the state standard of $500
Thanked the Crossroads Regional Chamber for their gift of $1,000 which was placed in
the Crown Point Community School Corporation Endowment Fund through the Crown
Point Community Foundation which granted 355 scholarships and grants over $723,782
in 2013
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Based on scores results from NAEP the Center for Public Education reports that students
are learning more than ever before and that more students are receiving diplomas…these
facts ring true for CPCSC as well based on the consistent growth in test scores and
graduation rate over the past six years
ELA %
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Math %
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ELA%
CPCSC Grades K – 8
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006 - Baseline Year
2007-2013/Seven Years
Longitudinal Gaines-Percentage Points
86.9%
94.9%
86.4%
93%
91%
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86%
71%
84%
82%
81%
82%
80%
86%
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84.0%
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89.8%
89.9%
86.4%
75.5%
85.3%
81.6%
81.1%
5.9%
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11.0%
9.8%
91.9%
91.5%
90.1%
88.1%
82.6%
84.8%
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92.8%
92.6%
90.8%
88.9%
82.8%
86.8%
84.5%
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88.5%
87.8%
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79.2%
76.2%
75.1%
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90.5%
88.5%
82.7%
85.8%
83.4%
82.5%
9.8%
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Total Longitudinal Gaines - % Points - test scores
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Grad
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Crown Point High School
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA 2013
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA 2012
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA 2011
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA - 2010
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA - 2009
English 10/Algebra 1
ECA - 2008
Eng 10/Alg 1
ECA- 2007 - Baseline Yr
2008-2013 / Six Years
Longitudinal Gaines - Percentage Points
Pass All
Tests
50.2%
9.8%
43.1%
483.1%
State Superintendent Glenda Ritz was the guest speaker at the IASP Roundtable at CPHS
January 31, 2014 addressing different educational issues…one of the main topics was
REPA, Rules for Educator Preparation and Accountability
Recognized CPHS students Sarah DeMars, Kayleigh Margis, Jeremy Mesa, and Brooke
Perrin for being selected to show their artwork at the 2014 IUN High School Biennial
Art Show February 17 through March 7
Workers’ Compensation Injury Claims improved in 2013 – fewer claims
NWI realtors report with the housing market on the rise there is a growing number of
buyers looking for homes in Crown Point and other communities in South Lake County
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Recognized the CPHS VEX Robotics Teams 1233A, 1233B, 1233C, and 1233E for
qualifying to compete at the VEX Robotic Program State Championship
Recognized CPHS students Athanasios Liodos and Alyssa Harvey for being nominated to
participate in the South Shore Leadership Youth for Community Engagement –
SLYCE02 – Class of 2014
CPHS Interact Club in partnership with the Crown Point Community Foundation will
host its 5th Annual CPHS Student/Teacher Olympics fund raiser March 27 to support the
NICK Foundation – Club Sponsor: Brooke Yeager
CPHS Academic Decathlon Team won first place at the Area Regional for the 7th year in
a row – Team: Ryan Sizemore, Justin Waran, Katherine Kennedy, Tracci Fisher, Reagan
Airey, Eric Kim, Kayleigh Margis, and Elena Hutchison; Coach: John Lambersie
CPHS Business Professional Team has qualified to compete at the state competition in
Indianapolis in March – Team Sponsor: Mary Bachnak
Recognized the Colonel Wheeler Middle School Dance Team for winning first place in
Elite Pom at the regional competition – Team: Lauren Schwimmer, Anja Auramovic,
Gabby Zirkle, Aaliyah White, Abby Plemons, Kylee Winston, Laney Hernandez,
Madison Mazure, Sydney Young, Alicia Pinchok, Makayla Jurek, Brittany Kohler,
Sammy Maks, Hailey Lawhead, Gracie Frazier, Georgia Kurtz, Corrin Hummel, Devon
McSurley, Sienna Gentry, Lizzy Hohos; Coach: Tamara Betz
Recognized the Karin Toth and the Transportation Department staff for passing the
annual state police drug and alcohol audit with flying colors…great job!
Recognized CPHS for the Dual Credit Program – students have earned 13,000+ dual
credits saving families $1,033,482 over the past three year
Recognized the CPHS National Honor Society for hosting a Mardi Gras carnival to raise
money for St. Jude House in Crown Point…close to $500 was raised for this excellent
cause – Sponsor: Amanda Campos
Recognized Solon Robinson art teacher Lyn Czapla for the student artwork exhibit and
outstanding showcase display at the Administrative Service Center for the month of
March
CPCSC named a Performance Qualified School District by the Indiana Department of
Education
Recognized the CPHS Drama Department for their outstanding performance of “Bye Bye
Birdie”…top quality entertainment
Recognized the CPHS Latin Club for being named state champions at the 61st Annual
Indiana Junior Classical League State Convention and qualified to compete at the
national competition
Recognized CPHS Basketball Coach Clint Swan for being named to the coaching staff of
the Indiana Boys’ Basketball All-Star Team
Recognized former graduate Jason Tsirtsis and Northwestern University freshman for
being named the NCAA National Champion at the 149 lb. weight class at the NCAA
Division I Wrestling Championship
Recognized CPHS senior Connor Andras for being selected to participate in the NorthSouth All-Star Football Game
Recognized 1924 CPHS graduate Edith Sautter on her 107th birthday…oldest living
CPHS graduate…wow!
Recognized former CPHS graduate and U.S. astronaut Jerry Ross for being inducted into
the NASA Astronaut Hall of Fame
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Recognized Timothy Ball students Tyler Kuss for winning first place and Jackson Lee for
winning second place in the Crown Point St. Patrick’s Day Logo contest
Congratulated the district and all of the schools on the recertification of our AdvancED
Accreditation and the Four Star School Awards from the IDOE…it’s a great day to be a
Bulldog!
Recognized Kendra Daves for her hard work in organizing and facilitating the
Kindergarten EPFS screening
Recognized the volunteers from the Lion’s Club who administered vision screening to the
incoming kindergarten students during EPFS. Lion’s Club members: Joan Sherrington,
Chuck and Colene McKean, Ron Gang, Vicky Klein, Bob Vanek, Jerry Nibert, and Bev
Huber
Great start to the online ISTEP testing…no computer glitches
Recognized Taft art teachers Darren Clauss and Ane Talevski for the outstanding student
artwork displayed for the month of April at the Administrative Service Center…artwork
was enjoyed by all
Attended Taft Middle School’s first ever musical “Schoolhouse Rock Live Jr.” March 27
– student performances were outstanding – Cast/Crew: Lily Reiners, Reece Grapenthein,
Jon Rybicki, Alex Drakulich, Savannah Everson, Ben Land, Peyton Grantham, Daisey
Smith, Martina Trajcevska, Adriana Garcia, Sammantha Cassady, Mikayla Doughney,
Anna Floyd, Mitchell Hart, Hunter Hayes, Hannah Menninger, Amina Hmad, Destiny
Kogler, Paige Lichnerowicz, April Molitor, Erin Muller, Abby Novotny, Alycia
Pappenheim, Lexi Psimos, Faith Reynolds, Marjana Risteska, Arianna Smith, Amber
Stutler, and Madelyn Whitaker; Directors: Lindsey DeBroux and Jill Adamski
Graduation rates remain steady among league schools
Congratulations to our 2014 Four Star Schools – Crown Point High School, Colonel
Wheeler Middle School, Eisenhower Elementary, Lake Street Elementary, MacArthur
Elementary, Solon Robinson Elementary, Winfield Elementary, and Jerry Ross
Elementary
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State Superintendent of Schools Glenda Ritz visited Crown Point Community School
Corporation April 23, 2014…“We have great programing in Crown Point,” Ritz said.
“We’re excited about what’s being done in the Crown Point district.”
Recognized Matt Ruess for being certified by the National Alliance for Insurance
Education & Research as the “Certified School Risk Manager” for CPCSC
Recognized Exceptional Learners Assistant Director Cynthia Dewes for hosted the
monthly Lake County Special Ed Director’s Meeting and shared the successes of our
Exceptional Learners Department
Inside Indiana Business identifies Crown Point Schools, a leader in college and career
readiness and one of seven Northwest Indiana school corporations to share the federal
STEM grant totaling $450,000 to enhance science, technology, engineering and math
education…the STEM Innovations initiative is partnering with Purdue North Central
University to develop key tools and training for teachers and administrators
Attended the Crown Point High School Alumni Banquet, April 12, 2014
approximately 150 friends and family members attended and enjoyed a great
evening…congratulations to all - Hall of Fame Teachers: Carl Carnahan, Richard
Gordon, Janelle Haack, Benjamin Owen, Lucille Pruitt, and George Tachtiris; Alumni
Hall of Fame: Dawn Caldart- 1984; Terry Pruitt- 1964; Merit Erickson – 1984; Dan
Plesac – 1980, Robert Rees – 1959; Gina Velasco – 1984; Special Alumni Honoree:
Edith Sautter – 1924
Recognized the CPHS CASS students for collecting 67 bags of groceries and donating
them to St. Clair’s food pantry…great job; CASS Club sponsor: Ami Marcinek
AdvancED Accreditation Team was on site April 13-16 and completed their External
Review and recommends that Crown Point Community School Corporation be awarded
accreditation…Exit Report
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Recognized the CPHS National Art Honor Society for their collaboration with the
Calumet Area’s Hospice Artisans to create handmade greeting cards titled CP3D that will
be sold at Hospice Artisan events throughout the area to benefit Hospice of the Calumet
Area
CPHS Girls and Boys Soccer Teams held the first Annual Special Needs Soccer Camp at
the CP Dome sharing their talents with some of our special needs students…special thank
you to Jenna McCarroll for helping organize this great event
Recognized CPHS senior Renee Brigham for being named an Indiana Academic All-Star
by the IASP and was honored at an awards ceremony on April 16 in Indianapolis…Renee
chose CPHS AP Calculus teacher Mr. McGee as the teacher that most influenced her
success
CPHS Student/Teacher Olympics raised close to $700 for the NICK Foundation
Recognized CPHS senior Aly Tetzloff for being named the Post-Tribune 2013-14 Girls
Swimmer of the Year
Recognized Bryon Angerman for being named the Post-Tribune 2013-14 Girls
Swimming Coach of the Year
CPHS varsity and junior varsity dance teams raised $3,235 for St. Jude Children’s
Hospital through a letter-writing campaign
Recognized Matt Sulka and Hugo Rodriguez for being the overall winners at the Col.
John Wheeler Middle School Science Fair
Crown Point Community School Corporation had the highest number and rate of highly
effective teachers (82%) among NWI teachers rated by the Indiana Department of
Education
The 1984 CPHS Lady Bulldogs undefeated state championship team was inducted to the
Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame
NWI Life City in the Spotlight: Crown Point…Dr. Eineman shares the corporation’s
commitment to the success every student during the 2014 State of the Region address
Building Indiana March/April 2014 issue lists Crown Point Community School
Corporation as one of seven NWI schools that will share the $450,000 federal STEM
grant
Congratulation to CPHS Principal Chip Pettit, the administrative staff, and faculty for
receiving national recognition…
-U.S. News & World - CPHS among the 2014 Best High Schools in the nation for the
first time - nation’s top 4% and the state’s 5%
-Washing Post – ranks CPHS among America’s Most Challenging High Schools 2014 for
the second year in a row – nation’s top 7%
Recognized the Transportation Department for the excellent job in getting the busses
ready for inspection and passing the annual State Police bus inspection with flying
colors…busses safe and road worthy – Director: Karin Toth; Mechanics: Fred Brey, Nick
Damjanovic, and Patrick Jamrock
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Recognized 2005 CPHS graduate Donovan Garletts for being one of the youngest boys’
basketball coaches to take a team to the state finals
Recognized Sean Ives, 8th grade student at Trinity Lutheran in Crown Point, for creating
quite a buzz winning both the State Scripps Spelling Bee and the State Geographic
Bee…outstanding
Recognized Lake Street art teacher June Wylie for the outstanding student artwork
displayed for the month of May at the Administrative Service Center. The artwork was
enjoyed by all.
The Times 2014 Best in the Region Northwest Indiana votes Crown Point “Best Place to
Live” again…five years in a row, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014…contributing
factor…“Stellar Schools” that are state and nationally recognized
Crown Point with its outstanding award winning schools continues to attract home buyers
to the area
Recognized Ryan Collier, CPHS teacher for receiving the CPEA/ISTA Crystal Bell
Award May 6, 2014
Recognized CPHS Choir Director Mrs. Joanne Haley-Borodine for the outstanding
Spring Sing Concerts, May 13 and 14, 2014…beautiful voices!
Recognized Steve Strayer, CPHS teacher and baseball coach, for reaching a milestone in
his coaching career achieving his 500th victory April 19, 2014…that’s a definite
homerun!
Timothy Ball Elementary School participated in the first annual Bike to School Day on
May 7, 2014 sponsored by the National Center for Safe Routes to School
In recognition of Administrative Professional’s Day April 23, 2014, invited Diana Green,
Administrative Assistant, to dinner and showing of documentary, “Rise Above the Mark”
at Hobart High School
Attended Colonel John Wheeler National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony,
May 14, 2014. Thank you to Mr. Vassar, principal, and Chapter Advisers Mrs. Croell
and Mrs. Charpentier for an inspiring evening to all involved– proud parents and honor
students; and a special thank you to guest speaker Dylan Taylor, CPHS senior and former
Col. Wheeler student, for his poignant speech - New Inductees: Brooke Aneston, Julia
Barley, Willow Beemsterboer, Olivia Bianco, Victoria Bozinovski, Armando Bracco,
Olivia Budzevski, Ilya Bulanov, Michael Cashman, Braden Chandler, Logan Clark,
Avery Cornett, Alyssa Del Real, Nash Devenport, Ryan Edwards, Skyler Ernst, Skylar
Golding, Tayler Gomez, Isabella Gozo, Madison Janickovic, Isabella Kardoulias, Finn
Kiger, Charles Knipper, John Kosior, Ekaterini Kostouros, Michael Kowalke, Emma
Lewandowski, Morganne Mannino, Jacob Mayersky, Breeann Mild, Katelynn Neal,
Leyton Noerenberg, Olivia Panepinto, Michael Pinchok, Anne Prasco, Madelyn
Schiesser, Kaitlyn Smith, Madison Staggs, Alexander Stinnett, George Tadros, Collin
Taylor, Leeah Thomas, Stojna Vidova, Vanessa White, Audry Wright, Joana Avila,
Bojan Bilbija, Mackinzie Buuck, Jake Dyrkacz, Madison Mazure, Damien Morales,
Adrian Moreno, Grace Olah, Yasmine Porter, Madison Price, Adisen Putnam, Clarence
Sanders, Jr., Matthew Sulka, Julie Tran, Sam Tsiongas, Grace Walker, John Witvliet,
Muaz Alfrhan, Timothy Angel, Jakob Bennett, Michael Foster, Brittany Fuller, William
Gomez, Eriana Ivasiecko, Andrea John, Hailey Kelly, Sidney Mose, Karl Trajkovich,
Lauren Tucker, Eric Tung, Megan VanProoyen, Callan Wichowsky
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Attended Robert A. Taft National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony, May 14,
2014. Thank you to Mr. Hazen, principal, and Chapter Advisers Mrs. Janice Motkowicz
and Mrs. Teresa Myres for an inspiring evening to all involved – proud parents and
honor students. New Inductees: Alexander Drakulich, Paytn Grady, Ashley Grimes,
Destiny Kogler, Benjamin Kulak, Danielle Turner, McKenzie Wilkening, Jacob Yang,
Kayla Apking, Afan Atif, Megan Carlson, Samantha Cassady, Megan Czarnecki, Tyler
Gibson, Luke Gilbert, Peyton Grantham, Amanda Hanzel, Tyler Huitsing, Abbey
Kelliher, Alec Matalin, Madelyn Meyer, McKinzee Pintsak, Emily Ruess, Arianna Smith,
Briannna Tetzloff, Martina Trajcevska, James Tustison, Jared Wood, Nicholas Zubi,
Jordan Artim, Mia Augsburger, Emma Beckman, Austin Bewley, Gabrielle Camarillo,
Giana Cece, Genesio Christofanelli, Marlee Christofanelli, Calista Cotton, Chase Culver,
Ava Dailey, Melanie Derwinski, Madison Dross, Elisha Duda, Trinity Fallon Abigail
Francis, Brooklynn Frassinone, Nicole Galto, Kaitlin Gardner, Addison Gazzillo, Liam
Gunter, Luke Hanlon, Brendan Hegeduis, Joshua Hoogewerf, Kennedy Hultz, Breanna
Hume, Hibah Iqbal, Zachary Jones, Simranjit Kaur, Mary Grace Kuhlman, Anastasia
Kikobat, Sophia Lech, Paige Lichnerowicz, Michael Ludwig, Tyler Mahan, Arriel
Maravilla, Dylan Matusak, Alexander McCormick, Zachary McKenna, Christian Mojica,
Erin Muller, Theodore Mureiko, Ava Neal, Kaelin Nielsen, Catalina Padilla, Madison
Parkinson, Noah Pitlik, Alexis Proudman, Alexis Puga, Zoie Rettig, Emily Rhee,
Marjana Riesteska, Madison Rolle, Nicholas Sakaleros, Meredith Sianta, Morgan Sianta,
Joshua St. Peters, Alexandra Sulewski, Natalie Sulewski, Anne Talbot, Natalia Terzioski,
Nicholas Tigner, Tyler Townsend, Nathan Tufts, Benjamin Tufts, Ainsley Walden, Grant
Walker, Sydney Weiner, Riley Welsh, Nicholas Wetzel, Madelyn Whitaker
Condolences to Karen Schrum and family on the passing of her father Leonard Lindgren
Recognized the Crown Point Community Foundation for awarding $13,205 in grants to
the Crown Point Schools during its recent grant cycle
Recognized Jill Owczarzak, Timothy Ball cafeteria manager, for hosting a healthy snack
class giving students healthy eating tips…students made fresh fruit kabobs
2014 state IREAD-3 scores were release April 30, 2014…CPCSC 92.8%
Schools created informational brochures that will be used as PR material for new families
May 6, 2014, National Teacher Day…Thank you to our amazing teachers
May 7, 2014, National Nurses Day…Thank you to our caring nurses
Attended Lake Street National Elementary Honor Society Induction Ceremony, May 15,
2014. Thank you to Mrs. Wise, principal, and Chapter Advisers Mrs. Amy Hochbaum
and Mrs. Sarah Gains for an inspiring evening to all involved – proud parents and
honor students. New Inductees: Emma Adams, Zachary Bodamer, Ronnie Carraher,
Fiona Connelly, Olivia Currey, Jack Darlington, Caitlyn Derwinski, Tara Djukic, Alyssa
Gargano, Skye Rin Hoover, Rocco Jann, Lily Koelikamp, Lucas Martin, Analise Moran,
Kendall Schara, Morgan Smith, Taylor Smith, Chancellor Teibel, Sean Tully, Gianna
Witte
Congratulations to our 2014 retirees…thank you for your 806 total years of service to
Crown Point Community Schools – Retirees: Joyce Abbott, Cynthia Bradford, Kathryn
Craig, Gail Curto, James Deal, Linda Engelmann, John Feder, Carolyn Ferguson, Diana
Gullett, Dee Haniford, Angela Hooker, Beth Huebner, Dotty Johnson, Nancy Kleine,
Sharon Letz, Holly Marshall, Mary Michals, Adele Mullins, Bette Oesterle, Sharon
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Mary Tracy, Cole Viers, Eileen Wilson, Debra Zellers
Recognized CPHS journalist students on the Inklings staff and CPTV for earning 13
awards at the Ball State University 2014 Annual J-Day Journalism Contest
Curriculum/Instruction newsletter, C/I News and Notes, last issue of the school year…see
you in the fall – this issue: Thank you, Teachers, LEARN Academy, Marzano, 4 Star
Schools, New Teacher Corner
Attending Latin Award & Ceremony, April 21, 2014…Latin students honored and
recognized for their academic achievements throughout the year. Special thank you to
teachers/sponsors Sara Robertson, Jeremy Walker, and Ryan Collier for an outstanding
awards banquet – Students: Renee Brigham, Simone Siew, Ryan Sizemore, Maria
Zembillas, Brennen Chaussey, Kyle Thompson, Lily Wisniewski, Sam Barber, Nathan
Hovanec, Eric Kim, Pano Kostouros, Grant Rochford, Julie Stuckert, Anna Werkowski,
Zachary Herbert, Josh Mazur, Sarah DeMars, Michael Keller, Josh David, Aleksander
Kajmakoski, Savannah Langbbartels, Susan Reed, Athena Tran, Susie Szymanski,
Thomas Cooper, Andie Wahlberg, Emily Fender, Casey Akers, Sarah Hautzinger, Rachel
Wadkins, Emma Werkowski, Natalie Brigham, Cameron Rochford, Tyler Jeremiah, Julia
Sansone, Alexandra Baloski, Ricky Dee, Claire Dosen, Perry Francis, Alexis Grimes,
Cece Maginot, Alex Rettker, Isabella Badzovski, Joey Ferkull, Taylen Hovanec, Skyler
Sheck, Kevin Beatty, Samantha Fargo, Callista Christ, Kelly Merrill, John Verdegan,
Nick Hanlon, Maxwell Jenks, Benjamin Depta, Chad Dykman, Sabrina Siew, Alex
Wahlberg, Rebecca Burke, August Dailey, Daniel Duncan, Amber Moon, Luke Perrin,
Julia Brown Maddie McConnell, Chelsea Snedden
CPHS Inklings, state and national award winning newspaper, continues to produce top
notch issues each and every month
Roots & Wings 2014 Honors Award Banquet, May 4, 2014 – Honored students- Summa
Cum Laude: Dori Sotirovska, Steven Krenzke, Rachael Bakota, Renee Brigham, Elyse
Feder, Maggie Gelon, Natalie Groff, Nicholas Hanlon, Patrick Hibbard, Jacob Jatis,
Stephen Jeffirs, Aleksandar Kajmakoski, Rozi Karamacoski, Caleb Kreis, Savannah
Langbartels, Matthew Lippy, Hannah Maxwell, Frederick Newman, Ryan Prodoehl,
April Przyborski, Jackson Roush, Jacob Ryan, Rodolfo SanJuan III, Athena Tran,
Alexandra Vasos, Nathaniel Wos; Magna Cum Laude: Manaehe Al-Nimri, Chloe
Anderson, Jenna Arnold, Nicholas Bartlett, Jacob Benich, Zachary Bucci, Ellie Burrell,
Jamie Cocking, Leah Colvin, Rhythm Dhillon, Rebekah Embry, Hannah Franchimont,
Justin Garrison, Kyle Heilman, Cody Hipp, Carson Hoogewerf, Lynn Kholoki, Travis
Kovacic, Kimberly Kovacik,Bonnie Lin, Madeline McConnell, Madisen McGuckin,
Nathan McNally, Elizabeth Muller, Renae Noonan, Nicholas Ormes, Andrew Orosz,
Rory Packard, Nicklaus Palmer, Jennifer Pudlo, Susan Reed, Vincent Renta IV, Maggie
Robinson, Taylor Rusak, Griffin Rushton, Marissa Schoedel, Robert Stratton, Anna
Surufka, Selena Villarreal, Jack Vinovich, Kamil Zabawa; Cum Laude: Julia Abbott,
Jacquelyn Akey, Angelique Bettress, Abigail Bieker, Nicholas Cain, Marines Chapa,
Courtney Covaciu, Joshua David, Katherine Dillon, Jason Duda, Bayan Fares, Logan
Grapenthien, Jacob Jenks,Ryan Kelleher, Kyle Kirk, Brad Koartge, Corey Kuhlman,
Andrea Kuiper, Bay Kurtz, Evan Markowitz, Alyssa Mazur, Bailey Mores, Nicholas
Morin, Boris Pavlovski, Brittany Pedersen, Sara Perez, Rachel Reitan, Holly Schuster,
Noor Shaheen, Jaskaran Singh, Morgan Stepnoski, Nicole Vest, Carolanne Wartman
2013-14 For the Good of the Cause
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Recognized the middle school yearbook advisors Joy Grogloth at Taft and Anna Howard
at Wheeler and student staff for the outstanding job on the yearbooks
Recognized Colonel Wheeler Middle School eighth grade students and teachers Mr.
Dennis Bunda and Mr. Mark Croell for hosting the 5th Annual Wax Museum
presentation…students portrayed 154 characters from different eras of American history
Recognized the CPHS Softball Team for making the national Top 25 ranking 16 in the
MaxPreps Xcellent 25 National Softball Rankings – Coach: Ginger Britton
Congratulated the 116 students from CPHS, Col. John Wheeler Middle School, Robert A.
Taft Middle School, St. Mary’s School and Trinity Lutheran School for being honored at
the 57th Annual Kiwanis Scholars Banquet…students were recognized for maintaining a
high standard of excellence in scholarship during the 2012-13 academic year
Recognized former CPHS graduate Astronaut Jerry Ross for being inducted into the
Astronaut Hall of Fame
Recognized 2013 CPHS graduate Zach Plesac for his outstanding season as a pitcher for
the Ball State Cardinals…with a record of 11-2 and 6-0 saves
1985 CPHS graduate Tom Yohe passed away at the age of 46…Tom was a three-sport
standout at Crown Point, football, basketball, and baseball, and a top starting quarterback
at Harvard. Tom was currently a producer/director at Fox Sports…our sincere
condolences to his family
Recognized Sue Kiefer, Colonel Wheeler Secretary/Treasurer for winning first place in
the 2014 Seattle Sutton Slim Down Challenge losing 58.4 pounds in 15 weeks…Sue also
won a trip to Mexico