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Goshen Community Schools

Goshen Community Schools

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Notice of Adoption of Preliminary Determination
August 13, 2025
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GCS Summer Food Sites 2025
May 20, 2025
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2024-25 Graduation Information
April 25, 2025
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Chandler Virtual Academy Open Enrollment
September 3, 2024
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GJHS Football (7th Grade) at Concord (Scrimmage)

  •  Concord Junior High School, 59397 Co Rd 11, Elkhart, IN 46517, USA View on Map
    2025-08-20
    17:30 - 18:30
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    GJHS Football (8th Grade) vs Concord (Scrimmage)

  •  Goshen Jr. High School, 1216 S Indiana Ave, Goshen, IN 46526, USA View on Map
    2025-08-20
    17:30 - 18:30
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    GHS Boys Tennis (V) at Bethany

  •  Bethany Christian Schools, 2904 S Main St, Goshen, IN 46526, USA View on Map
    2025-08-21
    16:30 - 17:30
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    We're back with The RedHawk Report for the 2025-26 We're back with The RedHawk Report for the 2025-26 school year! This month, GJHS Principal Jan Baker and District Attendance Officer Jeromy Sheets share why attendance matters and how we can work together to start the 2025-26 school year strong. When students are in school consistently, they’re building routines, relationships, and confidence that last far beyond the classroom. And when challenges do come up, whether it’s illness, transportation, or family needs, we’re here to help. Remember, if your student does need to miss a day, we ask that you please contact your child's school every day that your child will miss. In the 2024–25 school year, Goshen Community Schools saw a 13% increase in students achieving our district goal of 94% attendance or higher, that’s 780 more students district-wide attending school regularly compared to the 2023-24 school year. It’s a step in the right direction, and we’re aiming to get 1% better every day. That starts with showing up, staying connected, and giving students the support they need to succeed. Watch the video to learn more and help us keep the momentum going this year. #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride #everydaymatters
    We’re a few days into the new school year, and w We’re a few days into the new school year, and we want to take a moment to introduce the new face leading the way at @westgoshenelementary, Principal Carrie Garber! This summer, we met with Mrs. Garber to talk about her background, what brought her back to GCS, and what she’s most excited about in her first year as West Goshen's Principal. If you haven’t had a chance to meet her yet, this is a great way to get to know her a little better! #RedHawkPride #WestGoshen #RedHawkReady
    All grades are officially back to school today, an All grades are officially back to school today, and it feels great to have our schools full of students again! We kicked off the first day of the 2025–26 school year with visits to 4th grade at @chamberlainelem and 3rd grade at @parkside.school. Students were engaged, excited, and ready to learn... and our staff was just as energized! We're excited for a year of growth, discovery, and getting 1% better every day. #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    Our first staggered start day is officially underw Our first staggered start day is officially underway! We visited kindergartners at West Goshen Elementary School and freshmen at Goshen High School for their first day of school. From big smiles to new routines, it was a great day to begin their journey at new schools! We also had a special visit from @abc57news Reporter, Jackie Bauer, who stopped by Goshen High School to chat with CTE Director Jon Everingham about new Career & Technical Education programs launching this year. Jackie also spoke with a few freshmen to hear how their first day was going and what they’re most excited about. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for making today a strong start! We'll welcome all students back tomorrow!! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    English/Spanish Post From Superintendent Jim DuBo English/Spanish Post From Superintendent Jim DuBois We’re starting the 2025–26 school year with strong momentum at Goshen Community Schools. Thanks to the hard work of our students, staff, and families, we saw remarkable growth last year. More students were consistently in school, and more students achieved success in both English Language Arts and Math. Our improvement placed GCS among the most improved districts in the state, a testament to the commitment and determination of our RedHawk community. This year, we’ll keep building on what works. We’ll continue investing in our pathway programs, which give students opportunities to explore careers, develop skills, and prepare for life after graduation. We’re challenging all students to get 1% better every day, whether that’s in attendance, academics, or personal growth. Every day matters. Every improvement matters. And together, we can make this year our best yet. #RedHawkPride Del superintendente Jim DuBois Comenzamos el año escolar 2025-26 con un gran impulso en las Escuelas Comunitarias de Goshen. Gracias al arduo trabajo de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias, el año pasado experimentamos un crecimiento notable. Más estudiantes asistieron regularmente a la escuela y más estudiantes lograron éxito tanto en Lengua y Literatura Inglesas como en Matemáticas. Nuestra mejora colocó a GCS entre los distritos con mayor progreso del estado, un testimonio del compromiso y la determinación de nuestra comunidad RedHawk. Este año, seguiremos trabajando en lo que funciona. Seguiremos invirtiendo en nuestros programas de preparación, que ofrecen a los estudiantes oportunidades para explorar carreras profesionales, desarrollar habilidades y prepararse para la vida después de graduarse. Retamos a todos los estudiantes a mejorar un 1% cada día, ya sea en asistencia, rendimiento académico o crecimiento personal. Cada día cuenta. Cada mejora cuenta. Y juntos, podemos hacer de este año el mejor hasta la fecha. #OrgulloHalcónRojo
    Tonight, our buildings were full of energy as fami Tonight, our buildings were full of energy as families connected with teachers and explored classrooms at some of our schools’ Back-to-School Nights! Tomorrow, we kick off our staggered start with KG, 5th, 7th, and 9th grades returning to school. Plus, we have more Back-to-School Nights: 📍 @goshenjrhigh 8th Grade Back-to-School Night | 5–7 PM 📍 @modelelementary Meet, Greet & Eat | 5–7 PM 📍 @modelelementary Open House | 5:30–6:30 PM We’re excited to welcome all students back this Thursday for the start of the 2025–26 school year! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    Yesterday, we welcomed back our amazing GCS teache Yesterday, we welcomed back our amazing GCS teachers for the 2025–26 school year! Staff from across the district gathered at GHS for breakfast, connection, and a powerful start to the year. They also had a chance to explore resources from local vendors and partners who help support our schools and community. Here’s to a year of growth, impact, and getting 1% better every day. Let’s go, RedHawks! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    Before the first bell rings, our buildings are qui Before the first bell rings, our buildings are quiet, but far from still. Inside, our staff have been preparing. Setting up classrooms. Writing names. Remembering last year’s moments, and making space for new ones. This video is a tribute to the heart of our schools: the people who show up early, stay late, and care deeply. To our GCS staff, welcome back. To our students and families, we’re ready. Let’s begin. #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlgUucv1WVU
    English/Spanish Post At last night’s board meet English/Spanish Post At last night’s board meeting, we celebrated several outstanding GHS athletic achievements from the end of the 2024–25 school year and this summer: ⚾️ Baseball First Sectional Championship since 2008 First Regional Championship since 1981 2nd place at Semi-State Braxton Cline: 4A First Team All-State 🎾 Girls Tennis The team earned Academic All-State Honors Landry Schrock: ▪️ All-District 2nd Team ▪️ Individual Academic All-State ▪️ Selected for the North-South Senior All-Star Cup We’re incredibly proud of our RedHawk student-athletes for their hard work, leadership, and commitment, both on and off the field. #RedHawkPride #RedHawkExcellence En la reunión de la junta de anoche, celebramos varios logros deportivos destacados de GHS del final del año escolar 2024-25 y este verano: ⚾️ Béisbol Primer Campeonato Seccional desde 2008 Primer Campeonato Regional desde 1981 2do lugar en Semi-State Braxton Cline: Primer Equipo All-State 4A 🎾 Tenis femenino El equipo obtuvo honores académicos estatales. Landry Schrock: ▪️ Segundo equipo del distrito ▪️ Académico individual All-State ▪️ Seleccionado para la Copa de Estrellas Senior Norte-Sur Estamos increíblemente orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes-atletas RedHawk por su arduo trabajo, liderazgo y compromiso, tanto dentro como fuera del campo. #OrgulloRedHawk #ExcelenciaRedHawk
    English/Spanish Post At last night’s board meet English/Spanish Post At last night’s board meeting, Goshen Community Schools approved Dr. Karen Blaha as the Interim Principal of Goshen Intermediate School for the 2025–26 school year. Dr. Blaha is a familiar face in our district, having previously served as principal at Chamberlain Elementary and as Director of Curriculum and Director of English Learners for GCS. Most recently, she’s been serving as Program Coordinator and Associate Professor of Education at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, Illinois, where she has led the Educational Leadership Master’s Program and advised doctoral candidates. Dr. Blaha brings more than 30 years of experience in education, leadership, and instructional coaching, and she will provide steady, student-centered leadership as we begin a new year at GIS. GCS will launch a national search this spring for the next full-time principal, who will begin in the 2026–27 school year. Welcome back, Dr. Blaha! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride En la reunión de la junta de anoche, las Escuelas Comunitarias de Goshen aprobaron a la Dra. Karen Blaha como directora interina de la Escuela Intermedia de Goshen para el año escolar 2025-26. El Dr. Blaha es un rostro familiar en nuestro distrito, ya que anteriormente se desempeñó como director en Chamberlain Elementary y como Director de Currículo y Director de Estudiantes de Inglés para GCS. Más recientemente, se ha desempeñado como Coordinadora de Programa y Profesora Asociada de Educación en la Universidad de St. Francis en Joliet, Illinois, donde ha dirigido el Programa de Maestría en Liderazgo Educativo y ha asesorado a candidatos a doctorado. La Dra. Blaha aporta más de 30 años de experiencia en educación, liderazgo y entrenamiento instructivo, y brindará un liderazgo constante y centrado en el estudiante mientras comenzamos un nuevo año en GIS. GCS lanzará una búsqueda nacional esta primavera para el próximo director a tiempo completo que comenzará en el año escolar 2026-27. ¡Bienvenido de nuevo, Dr. Blaha! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    Today, we’re excited to introduce the new Grades Today, we’re excited to introduce the new Grades K–5 staff joining Goshen Community Schools for the 2025–26 school year. Back row: Ashlyn Ball, Kayla Ganus, Karen Young, Amanda Herrera, Kimberly Bradshaw, Meagan Parisi, Alexa Coburn, Athziri Klein, Gretchen Martin, Christopher Strombeck Front row: Samantha Pairan, Isabella Giosso, Sarah Bainbridge, Kelli Bianchardi, Emily Hinds, Roxanne Franco, Hilda Juarez, Kaylee Kates, Stephanie Birkle These dedicated educators are ready to welcome our youngest RedHawks with open hearts and a passion for helping every student learn and grow. Let’s give them a warm RedHawk welcome! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    We’re just days away from the start of the schoo We’re just days away from the start of the school year, and we’re excited to introduce our new Grades 6–12 staff joining Goshen Community Schools for 2025–26! Back row: Alexandre Boilleau, Brian Peshel, Drew Smoker, Colin Turner, Christina Snider, Jennifer Gunder, Derreck Stahly Front row: Heidy Cruz, Mary Engle, Erin Rose, Micheal DuBois, Destiny Schrock, Maudie Barnes, Lauren Morales, Lynda Linton These talented educators are ready to bring their skills, passion, and dedication to our students. Help us give them a warm RedHawk welcome! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    This week, two staff members from every GCS elemen This week, two staff members from every GCS elementary school completed training for our new SOI/IPP early learning initiative, funded by a Community Investment Grant from the Community Foundation of Elkhart County. This program will help students in Pre-K through 4th grade build foundational cognitive skills like memory, focus, and sensory processing, giving them a stronger start to their academic journey. Next week, our preschool staff will receive their training as we prepare to launch this districtwide initiative. Big thanks to these dedicated educators for leading the way! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    This week, we’re welcoming our newest RedHawk ed This week, we’re welcoming our newest RedHawk educators! Our new teachers are diving into orientation this week; learning about GCS, connecting with colleagues, and preparing to bring their talents and dedication to our students. We’re excited for the skill, passion, and fresh perspectives they will bring to our classrooms. With school starting next week, we can’t wait for our students to meet the incredible people joining our team this year! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    One of Superintendent Jim DuBois’ core beliefs i One of Superintendent Jim DuBois’ core beliefs is simple but powerful: get 1% better every day. This mindset isn’t just for our staff, it’s for our students too. Imagine the progress you could make if you focused on improving just a little bit each day, whether it’s in the classroom, on the field, on stage, or in your relationships. Small, consistent steps add up to big results. This week and next, the Mental Performance Daily Podcast, hosted by Brian Cain, is dedicating a special two-week mini seminar to Goshen Community Schools on “getting 1% better.” These short, daily episodes are only a few minutes long and offer practical, motivating tips that align perfectly with this theme. 🎧 Start with today’s episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-performance-daily-with-brian-cain/id1578012159?i=1000720562356 As we gear up for our staggered start next week, we encourage all RedHawks to think about what your “1% better” could look like this year. Let’s make 2025–26 a year of growth, effort, and opportunity. #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    Back-to-school season is here! Here’s when you Back-to-school season is here! Here’s when you can join us for Back-to-School Night at Goshen Junior High and Goshen High School. Meet teachers, get schedules, and make sure you’re ready for a great start to the year! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    It’s almost time to head back to school! Here a It’s almost time to head back to school! Here are the Back-to-School Night dates and times for all GCS elementary schools and Goshen Intermediate, plus supply lists for every grade level. Check the graphics to get your family ready for the first day. We can’t wait to see everyone soon! #RedHawkReady #RedHawkPride
    We’re about two weeks away from the first day of We’re about two weeks away from the first day of school, and we want to thank our families for their patience as we work through a few system-related issues that are listed below: Skyward Maintenance: We’re currently upgrading to Skyward's new system, which is called Qmlativ (Q), and understand that families are anxious after several weeks of Skyward maintenance that is taking longer than anticipated. Our Skyward team is aware of the delay and is working hard to complete the migration. We expect the new system to be fully up and running by the end of this week. With that said, parents may not have access to Skyward until next week due to individual schools making schedule changes. Bus Quest App: Some families are experiencing issues with the Bus Quest app, often due to having multiple accounts (one for each child). Only one account is needed, with all students added under that account. If you’re having trouble logging in, please call the Transportation Department at 574-533-7176 for help. Free & Reduced Meal Applications: Meal application processing is still delayed due to system issues outside of our control. We will notify families as soon as the system is fully functional and ready to accept applications. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences this has caused and will cause, but we appreciate your patience and understanding as we get everything ready for the new school year.
    Yesterday, GCS Associate Superintendent Alan Metca Yesterday, GCS Associate Superintendent Alan Metcalf and Startup Moxie Executive Director Kris Weimer went on @abc57news to talk about @goshenhs's new satellite site for the entrepreneurial program. We are extremely excited to be partnering with @startupmoxie_elk_co and the Goshen Chamber of Commerce to better serve our students and give them the best opportunities our area has to offer. Learn more about this exciting new opportunity and watch their interview by clicking the link in our bio!
    English/Spanish Post At last night's board meetin English/Spanish Post At last night's board meeting, we celebrated two exciting moments for our district! First, we recognized Prairie View Elementary for earning the Indiana Department of Education’s Family Friendly School designation. This honor reflects Prairie View’s commitment to building strong partnerships with families and creating a welcoming, student-centered environment. We also welcomed Kristine Weimer, Executive Director of Startup Moxie Elkhart County, to share more about our new partnership launching at Goshen High School in Fall 2025. GHS will serve as a satellite site for this hands-on entrepreneurship program, giving students the chance to: Earn 18 college credits through Ivy Tech, build and pitch their own business ideas, learn from local business leaders and mentors, and gain real-world experience in leadership, innovation, and networking We’re proud to celebrate our schools and the opportunities we’re creating for students and families across Goshen! #RedHawkPride ¡En la reunión de la junta de anoche, celebramos dos momentos emocionantes para nuestro distrito! En primer lugar, reconocimos a la Escuela Primaria Prairie View por obtener la designación de Escuela Amigable con las Familias del Departamento de Educación de Indiana. Este reconocimiento refleja el compromiso de Prairie View con la creación de sólidas alianzas con las familias y un ambiente acogedor y centrado en el estudiante. También le dimos la bienvenida a Kristine Weimer, directora ejecutiva de Startup Moxie Elkhart County, para compartir más sobre nuestra nueva asociación que se lanzará en Goshen High School en el otoño de 2025. GHS servirá como un sitio satélite para este programa práctico de emprendimiento, brindando a los estudiantes la oportunidad de: obtener 18 créditos universitarios a través de Ivy Tech, desarrollar y presentar sus propias ideas de negocios, aprender de líderes empresariales y mentores locales y obtener experiencia en el mundo real en liderazgo, innovación y redes. ¡Estamos orgullosos de celebrar nuestras escuelas y las oportunidades que estamos creando para los estudiantes y las familias de Goshen! #OrgulloHalcónRojo
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