We had our 8th Grade Parent Night tonight! There is a lot of information for students and parents to understand as our soon-to-be-freshmen consider the journey of high school. Parents who would like to schedule an individual meeting with the guidance department can email bgardner@sputnam.k12.in.us.
Thank you to the HS Student Council for hosting the HS winter dance.
Thank you to MS student council for hosting a great Winter Dance.
It was a successful game for South Putnam Boys Basketball last night against Cloverdale!
Special thanks to our amazing counselors: Brian Gardner, Heath Pruitt and Rachelle Custis! They are South Putnam alumni and know how to care for our students and families. They are empathetic, patient, generous, knowledgeable and funny. All of us are blessed to have them!
It was another Fun Friday!
Congratulations to South Putnam teachers and students. South Putnam earned AP School Honor roll status for 2023. "The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success. Research shows that students who take AP courses and exams are more likely to attend college and graduate on time." South Putnam
This past weekend we had seventeen middle and high school students compete at the ISSMA (Indiana State School Music Association) district solo and ensemble contest in Avon. Twelve soloists and three ensembles performed in total receiving one bronze, one silver, and thirteen gold ratings. Attached is a photo of the students who participated.
Our girls performed well today in Sectionals. Kallie Pastore broke a school record in 100 breaststroke. The 200 medley relay placed second. There were many impressive swims throughout the day!
Our South Putnam Ethics Team is in the top 8 and headed to the finals. Good luck Lilly Emmerich, Noah Couch, Ethan Rooksberry, Ariel Dooley and Neveah Ellis!
Mr. Standers's class got to visit the Indianapolis Colts Flight Department. Students toured the plane and facility and each one got a signed football!Thank you to everyone who made this amazing opportunity possible!
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Keaton Chew for representing South Putnam well in the recent Rotary speech competition. Keaton encouraged others to "actively look for moments to inspire hope in the world." He spoke of the purposeful actions people can take to inspire and encourage others. He also talked about the determination it takes to overcome obstacles, habits and mindsets in choosing to make a difference.
We welcome Emily York to South Putnam High School as a special education teacher. Emily graduated from Purdue University and has experience in ABA therapy. Emily, we are excited to have you join our South Putnam family!
Congratulations to the South Putnam Wrestling team for their performances at Sectionals Saturday! They placed 6th overall and best placement of county schools. Noah Redman, Aiden Beadles and Keenan Mowery-Shields advance to Regionals.
What do you do on the last cold Friday in January? Dream of summer days and warm baseball weather, of course! The staff had a fun lunch of hotdogs and ice cream. Thank you Mrs. Custis!
Congratulations to the middle school drama students for their performance of the play Cafe Murder. They worked for weeks to make an impressive dessert theater experience possible. They did excellent work!
The girls basketball winning regular season has wrapped up. They take on Southmont Wednesday at home in the Eagles' Nest at 7:30 in the first round of Sectionals. Thank you to the leadership of the seniors Joscelyn Pilcher, Caroline Hodge and Alie Newby who were recently acknowledged on Senior Night!
We welcome Andrew York to South Putnam Middle School as our new 7th grade math teacher. Andrew is a Purdue University graduate with degrees in biochemistry and psychology. In addition to teaching, Andrew also has a strong interest athletics. He is currently helping our boys basketball program. We are excited to have Andrew as one of our newest Eagles!
South Putnam’s very own Elizabeth Dobson placed 3rd in Semi State and is advancing to State on February 18th. Elizabeth, congratulations on your bowling success!
