What a great time to be a Hawk!  We are all very Decatur Proud of our Hawk football program, the Class 5A State Champions, and are looking forward to celebrating an extremely dedicated group of people.

We invite you to celebrate the successes of the 2024 season this evening:
Date: Monday, December 2nd
Time: 6:30 PM -7:00 PM
Location: David "Doc" Rather Gymnasium at DCHS- Enter Door 16.

This is a community celebration and all are welcome!

Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers for DCHS Teacher, Mr. Cross. He continues to recover in the hospital. Many of you have asked how we can further support.  Mr. Cross's family requests food pantry donations in lieu of monetary funds, and would also welcome cards (please drop off at Decatur Central High School). They are also asking for community support in advocating for a school zone on Kentucky Avenue.

Schools will be closed for Thanksgiving Break beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, November 27th and extending through Friday, November 29th. We wish all students, families, and staff a Happy Thanksgiving!

Football State Championship:

Good luck to the DC Hawks Football Team as they take on the Warsaw Tigers in the IHSAA 5A State Championship on Saturday, November 30th, at Lucas Oil Stadium! Wear your navy blue to support the Hawks for a spirit theme of "blue out."

Kickoff: 7:07 pm
The game will start no earlier than 7:07 pm, but may start later due to the other two games being played first.

Ticketmaster digital tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/05006168D43E3369
A per ticket fee of $3.70 and a per order fee of $5.80 will be charged by Ticketmaster.

Tickets can also be purchased at Lucas Oil with no fees at the Southeast Ticket Office, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 am-5:00 pm or day of game (up to kickoff time).

The Hawks will be the visiting team, using the west bench. We encourage our fans to sit on the west side of the stadium. 

The Team send-off will be Saturday from 3:00-5:00 pm at DCHS. We are asking everyone to please park in the parking lot by the "rock" or the soccer field lot. We will need everyone lined up by 4:30 pm. The team is expected to leave the facility by 4:45 pm. The line-up will start at the "rock" going towards High School Road. Mr. & Mrs. Tate will be there to facilitate the line-up and answer any questions. We would love to see as many Hawk fans as possible at the send-off!
 

GO HAWKS!!! WIN STATE!!!

The MSD of Decatur Township is proud to congratulate Mrs. Susan Strube, Principal of West Newton Elementary, as the IASP Elementary Principal of the Year for Indiana.

(November 24, 2024) – INDIANAPOLIS – The MSD of Decatur Township is proud to congratulate Mrs. Susan Strube, Principal of West Newton Elementary, who has been named as the Elementary Principal of the Year by the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP). Mrs. Strube has devoted her entire career to serving our Decatur Township students, families, and community.  She leads West Newton Elementary with professionalism, accountability to high academic standards, and love for students and staff.

Dr. Scott Collins, Superintendent, shared, “Mrs. Strube is so deserving of this recognition as the Elementary Principal of the Year in Indiana.  Her dedication and love for the students, staff, and families at West Newton Elementary is very evident and the culture of her school is one that instills a love for learning in a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment!  Mrs. Strube has chosen to invest in Decatur Township Schools for her whole career and she is one of the most caring, child-focused leaders I have ever known.  We celebrate with her and are “Decatur Proud”!

About Principal Strube

Across her career of 37 years, Mrs. Strube has served in a variety of roles in the district including teacher, director, and principal. She supports future teachers as an Armstrong Teacher Educator at Indiana University School of Education and through a clinical partnership with the University of Indianapolis. 

Mrs. Strube is a member of the Reading League of Indiana and collaborates with Marian University through the Literacy Cadre for professional development and instructional implementation. She leads literacy and instructional teams within the school that have been crucial for implementation of the Science of Reading and explicit instruction routines in all classrooms. With Mrs. Strube’s leadership, teachers collaborate to provide solid tier 1 instruction and intervention support for students, leading to improvement in IREAD-3 scores each year. 

West Newton Elementary was recently named as a Purple Star School by the Indiana Department of Education, supporting military veterans and families with resources and recognition. These efforts clearly show initiative from the West Newton Staff, cultivated by Mrs. Strube. “Mrs. Strube’s commitment to the staff, scholars, and community of MSD Decatur Township is unparalleled. Her leadership is deeply rooted in her conviction that the work we do is not only significant but transformative. She embodies the principle that our efforts are both meaningful and achievable, always keeping at the forefront the belief that every student matters," stated Mr. Chris Gearlds, Assistant Superintendent.

“During her tenure at West Newton Elementary, Mrs. Strube has refined her focus through years of self-reflection. She ensures that effective instruction is delivered in every classroom, understanding that quality teaching is the cornerstone of student success,” continued Gearlds.

IASP Principal of the Year Program

The Indiana Association of School Principals annually recognizes outstanding school leaders in each of the 12 Indiana districts who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. These principals are acknowledged by their peers for the exemplary contributions they have made to the profession. An overall state winner is then chosen at each level. Criteria for this award includes IASP membership, membership in professional organizations, community involvement, ensuring a positive school climate, and leadership at the school, district, and state level.

###

About MSD Decatur Township

The MSD of Decatur Township is student invested,community connected. Decatur Township prioritizes student learning, safety and customer service, fostering a support system for our families. Located on the southwest side of Indianapolis, Decatur Township is proud to serve thousands of elementary, middle, and high school students and families. The district vision is Preparing Students to be Tomorrow Ready. Together, we are DECATUR PROUD! Learn more at www.decaturproud.org. 
 

MEDIA CONTACT:

Emily LeMay, Director of Student & Family Engagement 

MSD of Decatur Township

elemay@decaturproud.org

317-856-5265