Derek Arrowood
Superintedent Shares Year-End Message
As another school year comes to a close, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support of Hamilton Heights School Corporation. Our success is rooted in the strength of our families and community, and we simply couldn’t do what we do without your involvement. Whether you’re volunteering, staying engaged in your child’s…
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Recently, Dave Post’s Engineering class became the first in the state to offer Purdue University’s 5S workshop as part of their Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). Representatives from Purdue University were on site to observe this groundbreaking achievement and to present the certifications. 5S is one of several Lean Manufacturing tools and is a globally recognized…
Read MoreHeights Superintendent Shares Update
In my more than 12 years as superintendent at Hamilton Heights, I’ve witnessed the ever-changing landscape of education—but one constant remains: the unwavering innovation, imagination, and limitless opportunities that continue to shape the experiences of our students. Every day across our district, remarkable moments unfold—bold ideas take root, creativity flourishes, and new pathways emerge to…
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With less than 30 instructional days left, we are in the home stretch of the 2025-26 school year. As we wind down our school year, Whitney Gray and Mitch Street are moving full steam ahead in their new roles as our high school principal and assistant principal. Together, Gray and Street, who began their careers…
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At Hamilton Heights, opportunity is the spark that ignites potential and transforms dreams into reality. Ken Poirot, writer, scientist, and financial professional, once said, “Today is your opportunity to build the tomorrow you want.” This profound sentiment beautifully captures the essence of what we strive to achieve every day: turning today’s opportunities into the foundation…
Read MoreHeights Recognizing The Arts This Month
The month of March has been set aside to celebrate the important role that the arts (visual arts, music, theater, and dance) play in schools across the nation. March has been designated by the National Dance Education Organization as “Dance in Our Schools Month,” by the National Association for Music Education as “Music in our…
Read MoreRemarkable Power of Public Schools
As the superintendent of Hamilton Heights School Corporation, I am honored to serve a community that embraces the transformative power of public education. Our public schools are truly remarkable institutions, and I am continually inspired by the dedication and passion of our educators, students, and families. My experience in a public school helped me to…
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At last week’s Superintendent Advisory Group meeting, Jack Russell, President and CEO of OneZone, was our guest presenter. He shared his work with and perspective on our Reaching New Heights initiative. Jack did an excellent job enlightening the group about the program from a business perspective and as a parent with a child enrolled at…
Read MoreHeights Superintendent Shares Importance of Black History Month
As we enter Black History Month, it is essential for us to reflect on and acknowledge the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout our nation’s history. This month serves as a dedicated period for us to explore and celebrate the rich heritage, culture, and resilience of the black community, which has played a…
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Something pretty cool happened over the weekend. Three Hamilton Heights’ wrestlers, Kendall Moe, Zoe Pugh, and Izzy Bailey qualified to compete at the inaugural IHSAA girls wrestling state finals held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum on Friday. They were among a total of 224 wrestlers representing 121 member schools at the highly anticipated event.…
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