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MISSISSINEWA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

December 2024

A NOTE FROM OUR SUPERINTENDENT

Mississinewa Community Schools Families and Staff:

Thank you to everyone who participated in our first Strategic Planning Committee session on November 13, 2024! Your input is invaluable as we work together to shape the future of our schools. This plan is designed to reflect the voices and priorities of our entire community.

If you missed the session or know someone who would like to join, it’s not too late! Simply fill out the Google Survey. We also have the recap video posted below.

You can also visit our website for continued updates on the Strategic Planning Process.

Our next meeting is December 11, 2024 at MHS, and we look forward to continuing this important work together. Let’s keep striving to provide the best for our students, staff, and community. Go Indians!

GO INDIANS!!

Jeremy Fewell

Superintendent

Mississinewa Community School Corporation

ELearning at Mississinewa

Mississinewa Parents and Guardians,

As we enter the winter months here in Indiana, it is important that we all stay prepared for the possibility of inclement weather. This may lead to school delays or, in some cases, the need for ELearning days. As always, we want to ensure that both students and families are informed and ready for any changes in the schedule.

In the past, our ELearning days at Mississinewa have been asynchronous (not live), meaning students completed work independently from home. However, the Indiana Department of Education allows schools to use no more than three asynchronous days per school year unless a waiver is granted.

This year, we have prepared our staff and students to implement synchronous (live) ELearning days, where students will join live Google Meets at scheduled times. We have already scheduled two asynchronous days for the 2024-2025 school year, leaving just one asynchronous day remaining. This final asynchronous day will only be used in extreme circumstances when synchronous ELearning is not feasible.

For more information, including schedules and tips for a successful synchronous ELearning experience, please click the links below:

Additionally, you can visit our school website for further details on synchronous ELearning days by clicking on the “Parent Tab” of the school website. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s teacher or building administrator.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. We appreciate your support and look forward to working together to ensure our students’ continued success during the winter months.

GO INDIANS!!

Mr. Jeremy M. Fewell, Ed.S

Superintendent

Office - 765-674-8528

Cell - 765-475-6412

jeremy_fewell@olemiss.k12.in.us

Mississinewa Community Schools

424 East South A Street

Gas City, IN 46933

"The secret in education lies in respecting the student." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Strategic Planning Session 1 Video - 11/13/24

RJB Facility Needs Video Presentation - Mr. Fewell and Mr. Roesch

Let's Talk - Steve Wright and Jeremy Fewell

Mississinewa Superintendent Jeremy Fewell gave us on update Monday with the exciting things going on at the school system.

Listen here:

Strategic Planning

Mississinewa Community Members,

We are pleased to announce our 2025 Strategic Planning Process. We encourage all community members that are willing and able to participate to register. We currently have around 60 volunteers signed up for this committee. Your involvement is highly valued, and we invite you to consider participating in our 2025 Strategic Planning Committee as we work together to shape the future of Mississinewa Community School Corporation.

The Strategic Planning Committee will focus on gathering input from students, parents, staff, and community members across several key areas:

Academics
Careers
Facilities
Wellness

We would love for you to join the following committee meetings:

November 13, 2024
December 11, 2024
January 15, 2025
February 12, 2025

All meetings will take place from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Mississinewa High School Cafeteria, and food and beverages will be provided.

Additionally, if your schedule allows, you are welcome to join us for facility tours to gain further insight into our schools. The tours will take place from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on these dates:

December 3, 2024 – RJ Baskett Middle School
January 9, 2025 – Mississinewa High School
February 4, 2025 – Westview Elementary School
February 20, 2025 – Northview Elementary School

To confirm your participation, you can sign up directly using this link: Sign-Up Form, or you can email Jessica Worrell at jessica_worrell@olemiss.k12.in.us or call her at 765-674-8528. Please also indicate if you plan to attend any of the tours.

For more information about our 2025 Strategic Planning Process, please visit: Learn More.

If you know anyone else who may be interested in joining, please encourage them to contact Jessica Worrell or Jeremy Fewell.

We are excited to collaborate with you and other community leaders to create a bright future for Mississinewa Community Schools. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at jeremy_fewell@olemiss.k12.in.us or via phone or text at 765-475-6412.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you at the meetings and tours!

GO INDIANS!!

Sincerely,

Mr. Jeremy M. Fewell, Ed.S

Superintendent

Mississinewa Community Schools

Office: 765-674-8528

Cell: 765-475-6412

jeremy_fewell@olemiss.k12.in.us

424 East South A Street

Gas City, IN 46933

Community Partners

GRANT COUNTY IMAGINATION LIBRARY - FREE!!

The Grant County United Way has a partnership with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Children up to age 5 are encouraged to join a magical journey filled with wonder, learning, and discovery. Each month, your child will receive a carefully selected, age appropriate book delivered straight to your doorstep, FREE to YOU!!

Click on the link below to register your child for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. It is easy and FREE!!

Grant County Imagination Library

Thriving Grant County

Join Thriving Grant County in addressing the societal issues facing children and families of Mill Township through strengthening community, family well-being, and career readiness.

Click on the link below to help donate to Thriving Grant County or if you are in need of assistance from their programming.

GAS CITY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER