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Daughter, 17, Votes, Exercises Civic Duty
I was so thrilled to learn that my 17-year-old daughter had registered to vote. And she was preparing to go to her polling site to vote on Election Day. Her high school government teacher this semester informed students that they could vote in the Primary Election as long as they turned 18 by the General…
Read MoreSuperintendent Thanks Nurses For Their Service
Today is School Nurse Day, a part of a weeklong celebration of Nurse Appreciation Week. We are extremely fortunate to have a team of compassionate, committed, and highly skilled nurses serving our students and staff. Our school nurses are on the front lines every day providing comfort and care for students and staff while promoting…
Read MoreMore Easter Egg Hunts,
‘Play That Goes Wrong,’ Kids Spring Break Camps Grab your Easter baskets for a couple more Easter egg hunts. Enjoy live theater featuring the comedy “The Play That Goes Wrong” at The Cat in Carmel. Sign up for kids’ spring break camps and buy advance tickets to view the Total Solar Eclipse. Read more about…
Read MoreThings Are Hard – And That’s OK
I might’ve mentioned once or thrice that I very much enjoy watching a pastor online named Allen Jackson . . . No, you can relax. This isn’t a column trying to convince you to turn over a new leaf and follow God. First off, most of you probably did that a long time ago. And…
Read MoreSchool Nicknames, Kindergarten Memories and a History Mystery
From Time to Thyme By Paula Dunn Time for another reader column! Several weeks ago when I asked for information on the origins of Hamilton County’s various high school nicknames, Jeanne Flanders wanted me to include the county schools that are no longer around — Walnut Grove, Jackson Central, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta, Adams Township/Boxley and…
Read MoreMake Plans to Attend Chamber’s Noblesville Taste of Business
Come celebrate Noblesville at this year’s Taste of Business. What’s new at the annual Noblesville Chamber of Commerce event? An expanded shuttle service courtesy of Prairie Lakes Health Campus and McGavic Outdoor Power, Pacers Sports & Entertainment featuring Noblesville G League’s MadAnt leadership, and Gared Sports showcasing innovative recreational and sport equipment made here in…
Read MoreUpdate #124 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation
March 6, 2024 Update #124 from Dr. Derek Arrowood, Superintendent, Hamilton Heights School Corporation We have much to celebrate this month when it comes to the arts (visual arts, music, theater, and dance) at Hamilton Heights. March has been designated by the National Dance Education Organization as “Dance in Our Schools Month,” by the National…
Read MoreAn En Pointe Christmas, Winter Artisan Market, Kids Night, Santa Visits
By: Betsy Reason Share your holiday wish list with Santa at the Santa House on the Square, ice skate at the temporary Federal Hill ice plaza, watch Carmel Community Players’ live theater, take in the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, see the lights at Merry Prairie at Conner Prairie, perform with the Noblesville High School Alumni Pep Band,…
Read MoreHeights Update From Superintendent Arrowood
By: Dr. Arrowhead As I reflect on the first half of the school year, I am proud of all we have accomplished together as a school community to challenge, educate, and inspire every student, every day. I continue to be grateful for the leadership and vision of our school board, and passionate teachers and staff…
Read MoreChamber Holiday Luncheon Is All About Noblesville Schools
By: Betsy Reason Last Wednesday’s Noblesville Chamber of Commerce Holiday Luncheon was one of the best-ever Chamber luncheons. I may be biased. Our daughter, a Noblesville High School senior, is a member of the NHS Singers 60-member mixed varsity show choir, directed by John Neubauer. The choir performed after lunch. Plus, our daughter is an…
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