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Copy of Wildcat Roar, May 1, 2026

Posted Date: 05/01/26 (01:15 PM)


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May 1, 2026

News & Updates from the Administrative Office

 
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Important Dates


  • May 19: Last Student Day
  • May 20: Teacher Work Day
  • May 27: School Reconfiguration Community Meeting, 6 PM in SVMS LGI
  • June 3: School Reconfiguration Community Meeting, 6 PM in SVMS LGI
  • June 10: School Reconfiguration Community Meeting, 6 PM in SVMS LGI

*Refer to school newsletters for additional school-specific events
 
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Wildcat Weekly with Dr. Williams and Mrs. Foster

This week, Dr. Williams and Mrs. Foster talk to two seniors who have recently won a couple of big awards/scholarships!
 
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Summer Swim Info



 SOUTH VERMILLIONS SWIM CLUB 
The South Vermillion Swim Club will begin on Monday, May 18th. We will have swim practice every evening from 3:30 - 5:00 PM for the first 2 practices & 8:00 - 9:30 AM once school is out for the summer. The club is open to boys and girls, ages 4 through 18. Sign-ups will take place on the first night of practice. You will be given a calendar of all the meets and practices. 

If your child has had swim lessons and can swim one length of the pool, he or she would be much better served by joining the club instead of taking swim lessons. Not all practices are required, and there is no pressure to compete. The practice sessions are just one step above swimming lessons, while building self-confidence and personal discipline. 

There will be a fee of $75. Make checks payable to South Vermillion Aquatics Club. 
Our main objectives are to have fun and to learn to be a better swimmer. If you have any questions, call Dirk Wilson (765) 592-3186 and Cynthia Cammack (765) 918-3339 

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS 
Summer swim lessons will again be offered this year at South Vermillion High School. The cost will be $75 per child. Sign-up will begin Friday, May 1st. Please sign up as soon as possible! We will have two two-week sessions. The class schedules run as follows: 

1st - May 26 - June 5, 2nd - June 8 - June 19 
10:00AM - 3 years and up, plus preschool 
10:45AM - 3 years and up, plus preschool 
11:30AM - 3 years and up, plus preschool 
12:15PM - 3 years and up, plus preschool 

Sign up in the high school front office or call Kent Musall at the high school at 832-3551 ext. 2517. Leave all information needed on voicemail: parent’s name, child’s name and age, home phone, work phone, cell phone, and address. Total payment for your entire child’s swim lessons can be made on Saturday, May 23rd, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the school pool. Come to the door as you would for swim lessons, and come to the pool office. I (Mr. Musall) will be there to collect money. Do not send money. There are no down payments. 

*Subject to cancellation by South Vermillion School Corporation due to health/safety protocols. 

School Board News

The SVCS held its regular monthly board meeting on Monday, April 20.

School Spotlight
Mrs. Skinner introduced the SVHS Foreign Exchange students, and they talked about their experiences.

Dr. Williams presented the Q1 Financial Report for 2026. The Board also approved the Q1 transfer from the Education to Operations Fund for $300,000.

Personnel
Under resignations, retirements, and terminations:
-Kent Musall from his duties as Head Swimming and Diving Coach. Kent has done so many great things for our swimming and diving program over the years. Happy Retirement from your coaching duties!
-Amanda Myers, resignation, Food Services Director, effective July 17, 2026.
-Amanda McLin, termination, Pre-K Teacher, effective March 30, 2026.
-Vicky Riggen, retirement, Bus Driver, effective at the end of the school year.
-Nancy Dreher, resignation, Bus Monitor, effective at the end of the school year.

We thank each of you for your service to South Vermillion and wish you the best in retirement or your future endeavors!

Under extended leaves:
-Alexis Richardson, 20 days of maternity leave, beginning April 16th.

Under recommendations for hire:
-Tasha Leach, SVHS, Wildcat Den, voluntary transfer to full-time Wildcat Den teacher, 2026-2027 school year.
-Amber Folck, SVMS, Cafeteria, effective the 2026-2027 school year.
-Jeffrey Renehan, SVHS, Custodian, effective the 2026-2027 school year.

Under ECA hires:
-Jeff Sellers and Lucas Reynolds were approved as assistant coaches for track and field at SVMS.

Discussion Reports
A. Dr. Beaver (Curriculum) presented on i-Learn Through-Year/Checkpoint Assessment data, grad plans, and highlighted the data sheets we have for each student in the new accountability process.
B. Mrs. Fossi (IT) presented on the AI Student Use Policy (First Reading).
C. Mrs. Foster (Student Services) presented on attendance information and the upcoming Digital Safety Event (flier above).
E. Dr. Williams (Staff Evaluation) presented the first reading of the Certified Teacher Evaluation Plan.

Decision Items
a. SV Gives Back - Dr. Williams
The Board accepted the SV Gives Back donation amount for $848.37 - Wabash Valley 83 Cluster - The Wildcat Store.

b. Summer School -
The Board approved the summer school programming for the 2025-2026 school year.

c. KLIC Food Service Bids -
The Board approved the bidding for our School Food program for the 2026-2027 school year.

d. Stipend -
The Board approved a $1500.00 stipend for Dr. Melanie Beaver for her added hours in opening the pre-K for the remainder of the school year.

e. Additional Compensation -
The Board approved additional compensation for Katelyn Laznik's hourly pay because of her added duties in the Wildcat Den.

f. Donations -
The Board approved donations of $400.

g. Field Trips
Numerous field trips approved

Dr. Williams shared comments, including Governor Braun's visit to SVHS last week.

Next Regular Board Meeting - May 26th - 6:00 p.m.

Watch Board Meetings on Youtube
 
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Administration Office Staff

Dr. Micah Williams, Superintendent
Mrs. Ronda Foster, Assistant Superintendent
Dr. Melanie Beaver, Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Mrs. Jenny Fossi, Technology Director

Jason Zucca - IT Specialist & Facilities
Stephanie Farrington -Payroll & Business Manager
Sara Shannon - Administrative Assistant
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