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"I feel as if it is important for students to see a visual representation of the scenes, because they may gain a greater understanding of the passages. Plus, student engagement increases greatly through these types of activities." — Mr. Schroeder, HHS English teacher.
HHS senior English classes brought the Anglo-Saxon epic Beowulf to life with a full-classroom reenactment of Beowulf’s legendary battle against the monster Grendel!
📸 Swipe through to check out the action:
Photo #1: Beowulf snatching at Grendel inside Herot, the famous mead hall of the Danes.
Photo #2: The three brave Geat warriors (left to right) stepping up to assist Beowulf, with Grendel lurking on the far right.
Photo #3: Grendel experiencing the brutal aftermath as Beowulf rips off his arm!
Nothing beats seeing classic literature off the page and in action. Huge shoutout to HHS seniors for their energy and creativity in their first period class today!





We would also like to let parents know that even if their child is on Free Lunch, if they bring in their lunch and want milk, they have to pay for that milk. Milk is free with their purchased meal, but if they bring their lunch they will have to buy their milk, just like they would a juice or chips or cookies.

Please check the Food Services section at www.bhsc.school or apply through your Parent Portal on Infinite Campus.
Paper Applications will be available at your student’s school or at the BHSC Administration Office. You can email paper applications to cafeteria@bhsc.school or have them turned in at your student’s school.
Please be aware that the quickest way to receive benefits is through the online application in your Parent Portal.
Any questions? Contact cafeteria@bhsc.school

Public Input Requested
Our district is preparing to renew Ed-Flex Waiver #2, a state-approved flexibility framework that directly impacts our ability to recruit and retain high-quality classroom paraprofessionals across all four of our schools.
Traditionally, federal guidelines require instructional support staff to hold a specific number of college credits prior to hiring—even if those credits are entirely unrelated to education or childcare. By renewing this waiver, our district can instead prioritize what matters most: hiring candidates with real-world experience working with children, and providing them with robust, embedded job training as they work alongside our students. This flexibility is essential for maintaining the vital academic interventions and daily classroom support our students deserve.
How You Can Help: As part of the official application process, the state requires us to gather public feedback. Your input is an essential piece of this submission and demonstrates local community support to state reviewers.
Please take less than three minutes to share your thoughts via our brief feedback form: 👉 https://forms.gle/UWa7HHsHXSrt7XSf9

Are you a grandparent or relative caring for children in your family? You are not alone, and there is a wonderful community waiting to support you!
Check out R.O.C.K. (Raising Our Children's Kids) for a FREE 6-week group made just for you. It is a safe, judgment-free space to gain helpful knowledge, listen to guest speakers (including a lawyer and child therapist), and build friendships with other local families. There are locations in both Clark and Floyd County for your convenience, with meetings starting in late August.
Contact Kathy for additional information at Kathy@ourplaceservices.org or call (812) 945-3400.

It might be a rainy first day of summer break, but that just means it’s the perfect weather to curl up on the couch with a great story!
We want to keep our students' reading muscles strong all summer long. That’s why we are partnering with the Charlestown-Clark County Public Library to encourage all of our families to sign up for their Summer Reading Program today! They have levels for all ages from preschool to adult!
It’s completely free, packed with fun challenges, and a great way to beat the rainy-day blues. You can view their catalog, look up local branch hours, and plan your next library trip right from your phone.
🎯 How to get started on this rainy day:
Explore Online: Check out the library website to see upcoming summer events at your closest branch (Charlestown, Sellersburg, Henryville, Borden, or New Washington): https://youseemore.com/clarkco/contentpages.asp?loc=110
Make a Rainy Day Plan: Once the weather clears up, head to your local branch to get your official library card and sign up for the Summer Reading Club!
Track Your Reading: Keep reading all summer long to earn cool library prizes and rewards.
Let’s kick off summer break by diving into a new adventure. Happy reading, everyone! 🚀

🔎 Each week, a central office committee reviews nominations and selects one educator from a rotating school (BES, HES, BHS, HHS). Winners receive a $50 Amazon gift card courtesy of the Kolton Kaiser Foundation. The nominator’s identity is revealed to the honoree on announcement day to keep the fun and suspense.
For our final week, the BHSC Teacher Feature Friday is a double feature, and this post spotlights Henryville High School.
Jeff Schroeder, HHS, English teacher
Experience: 36 years (33 at West Clark and Borden-Henryville)
College/University: IUS (Bachelor's) and Indiana Wesleyan (Master's)
Fun Facts: Mr. Schroeder's best sport in high school was tennis, yet he decided to play baseball in college.
"I made the decision 33 years ago to leave Madison Consolidated High School to accept a position at Henryville High School to teach English/Language Arts and coach baseball. That turned out to be one of the best decisions that I have ever made. The relationships that I have made with students, faculty, and community members during those years are near and dear to me. , " says Mr. Schroeder.
Mr. Schroeder was nominated by former student Cassie Walton. Her words about Mr. Schroeder reveal just how important positive, intentional relationships are in working with students. "Mr. Schroeder was my English teacher my senior year. I had him first period, and he is truly the only reason I made it to school each morning. I didn’t have any friends, didn’t talk that much. But Mr. Schroeder made sure to have at least one conversation with me each day because he knew I didn’t have anyone in my corner. He truly made such an impact on me my senior year, and I definitely couldn’t have done it without him," Cassie wrote.
Cassie’s story is a powerful reminder of the profound difference a caring teacher can make. Congratulations, Mr. Schroeder, on this wonderful recognition of your empathy, dedication, and heart. Thank you for making sure no one stands alone.
What a great way to wrap up our inaugural year of BHSC Teacher Features, sponsored by the Kolton Kaiser Foundation! This year, thirty-six BHSC teachers were recognized by students, families, and community members for the impact they've made on BHSC students. Nominations will reopen next school year for BHSC Teacher Features for each of the four schools.

We have officially made it to the finish line of the school year! As you head into a well-deserved summer break, we have one quick (but important) thing to cross off your to-do list so you can truly relax.
Registration for the 2026-27 school year is moving fast! We’ve officially broken past the halfway point, and the leaderboard is shifting as we speak. Thank you to all the families who are already completely set for the fall!
If your family falls into the "Not Started" or "In Progress" category, please take a few minutes before switching into full summer mode to log in and knock it out. Getting this done now is crucial—it directly helps our schools plan for staffing, rosters, schedules, and transportation so we can hit the ground running in August.
🏆 The Last Day Leaderboard 🏆
Our registration numbers are climbing across the board, and the race for the top spot is heating up! Check out the updated standings as of today:
🥇 Borden Elementary: 61.59% (Still leading the charge and breaking past the 60% milestone! 🎉)
🥈 Henryville Elementary: 54.77% (Gaining fast and officially over the halfway mark! 👀)
🥉 Borden High School: 47.57% (Closing in on that 50% finish line! 👏)
💪 Henryville High School: 42.77% (A massive jump from the last update! The comeback is officially on! 🔥)
Another important note: 72 families across the district have applications started that are unsubmitted. Get those apps submitted!
Every single submission moves the needle. Which school can rally the most and shake up the leaderboard for the start of summer?
Have a wonderful, safe, and happy last day of school! ☀️

