Walkerton Elementary Administrator Kara Kaser announced today that every WES third grader passed the state-required IREAD-3 assessment. The state of Indiana sets a goal of 95% proficiency, and this group exceeded that goal with an outstanding 100% pass rate.

Students received the exciting news firsthand during a surprise confetti celebration held in their honor this afternoon.

Mrs. Kaser praised the hard work and dedication of the students, as well as the collaborative efforts of the third grade teachers, Title I staff, resource teachers, and the kindergarten through second grade teams—all of whom played an important role in this achievement.

Congratulations, Walkerton Elementary School!

Make plans to come and have some family fun on Friday the 24th at our biggest fundraiser of the year!! Sponsored by the NLES PTO.

 OPEN DURING THE FUN FAIR!!

Kenzie Chizum - Honorable mention for "Bird on a Bridge"

Anna White - Silver key for "Tightrope Tension and Painted Tears" 

                        Silver Key for "Lennox" 

                        Honorable Mention for "Corey"

Danielle Cummings - Honorable mention for "Extraordinary"

Reese Blair - Silver key for "Technology Invading Tradition"

                       Honorable Meniton for "Little Duck" 

                       Silver Key for "An Uncertian Path Ahead"

Maggie Nowak - Honorable mention for "Cryodraken"

Tam Nhu Ha - Honorable Mention for "Blessed Light Drawing"

Erin Harrions - Gold Key for "Trucks"
Erin Harrison's "Trucks" went on to compete in Nationals and Won ad Gold Medal at Nationals

Each Shamrock Gram includes your personal note and a sucker! Purchase in the NLES office or follow this link to print and bring to NLES. 

Shamrock Gram Printable

Our 6th Grade Student Council members will be hosting a drive to help families whose children are in the hospital.  The Ronald McDonald House is a place for families to stay close to their hospitalized child.  They provide essentials for families, so the families can focus on what is important- their child!  If you are able to donate, please send with your child or drop off at WES.  January 26-February 13, 2026.  

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I am thrilled to share that on Tuesday, March 19th, the John Glenn School Board of Trustees officially dedicated the John Glenn High School Baseball Field in honor of Mr. Richard "Dick" Reese.

We invite everyone to join us for a special dedication ceremony on April 19th at 7:00 PM, just before the championship game of the annual Dick Reese Baseball Classic at John Glenn High School. This event will include a field dedication, naming ceremony, and a ceremonial "turning on of the lights,"—marking a historic moment as we host the first-ever night baseball game in John Glenn High School history!

We also extend our deepest gratitude to Cathy Reese and her family for their generous $150,000 donation toward the baseball field lighting project. Their support has made this milestone possible.

For more details, you can view the full press release on our website (or see the attached document), which highlights Richard Reese's deep roots and lasting contributions to the John Glenn community.

In short, Mr. Reese was a proud John Glenn High School graduate who loved playing baseball and basketball for the Falcons. After college, he became a teacher and later returned to his alma mater, serving as principal of Urey Middle School for over 20 years. In 2005, he took on the role of Superintendent of John Glenn School Corporation, where he served until his retirement in 2019. Throughout his 40+ years in education, Mr. Reese was a dedicated relationship builder, a passionate advocate for public education, and a true champion of community service.

We look forward to celebrating this incredible legacy together!

Yours in Education,

Christopher Winchell 

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Come enjoy the John Glenn Theatre Company's production of Little Shop of Horrors! Feed the need for musical hilarity with this delicious sci-fi smash about a man-eating plant! 

JGTC presents Little Shop of Horrors. March 14, 15 & 16th. Tickets available online at jghs.booktix.com.

Tickets on Sale now for You're A Good Man Charlie Brown 

The online and in person box office is now open!! Purchase your tickets for the JGTC production of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown today! Go to jghs.booktix.com to reserve your seat online!Performances are Nov 22 & 23 @ 7:00 pm and Nov 24 @ 1:30 pm. In person sales are available on Mon-Fri from 9:00-3:00pm and on Nov 12, 13 & 18 from 5:00-7:00 pm. 

This is such a fabulous way to support our staff AND a local business!!! 

Info from the Bakery:  Everyone deserves a sweet treat now and again, especially our teachers! Show your appreciation by Adopting a Teacher for this school year.  Adopted Teachers will be getting a gift box valued at $25 delivered to them for Halloween, Christmas, Valentines, Easter, and right before summer vacation! You can also choose to adopt a staff member at the school, a bus driver, or a coach! Let's get all of our staff adopted! Stop by Over The Top Bakery Cafe to fill out a form!

https://kaserauction.hibid.com/catalog/578958/john-glenn-school-corp