Derek Arrowood

It’s my distinct pleasure to announce Hamilton Heights School Corporation’s Building Level Teachers of the Year! This year’s recipients are Chelsea Kleyla (HHES), Jeff Beechler (HHMS), and Elisa Garcia (HHHS). One of these educators will be selected to represent Hamilton Heights at the Indiana Teacher of the Year competition in the fall. The winner will…

This is Teacher Appreciation Week. A week hardly seems like enough time to recognize our educators for all they do and the incredible impact they have on a child’s life. Teaching has never been more important or challenging. I can’t say enough about how grateful I am for the caliber of educators, principals, instructional assistants,…

Welcome back! I hope everyone was able to take advantage of spring break to rest, re-energize, and are ready to finish the semester strong. The next six weeks will be a flurry of activity including spring sports, testing, awards, recognitions, prom, art shows, concerts, and graduation among a few. A couple of calendar items to…

When spring arrives, and everything starts to bloom outside, inside I marvel at how our students at every level bloom. Like the flowers and trees, each bloom at their own pace – some early, some late – but all grow and flower in their own vibrant way. Everywhere I look, I see opportunities to nurture,…

This is National Youth Art Month (YAM). The YAM program provides a medium for recognizing skills developed through visual arts experiences unlike any other curriculum subjects, including problem solving, creativity, observation, and communication. I want to give a shout out to our amazing art educators, Taylor Myers (HHHS), Erin Goodman (HHMS) and Cheri Trachtman (HHES)…

Starting this Saturday, FFA chapters around the country will celebrate National FFA Week. This weeklong recognition gives us the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of our FFA while educating the public about the tremendous impact of agriculture in our daily lives. FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the…