Connersville High School

October 9, 2024 To Whom It May Concern: School administration at the Fayette County School Corporation and Connersville High School have been made aware of alleged racial slurs used during an athletic contest toward our student-athletes. We have conducted a thorough investigation of the allegations and have reported the results to both the IHSAA and the other school involved. In addition to providing this information, we have offered our complete support on the next steps toward restitution. The Fayette County School Corporation is deeply saddened by these allegations. As an organization rooted in the belief that all individuals are innately created equal regardless of differences, such alleged incidents bring about pain and disappointment for all of us. The use of racial slurs or other derogatory comments in any context are hurtful, offensive, and simply put, unacceptable. At the Fayette County School Corporation, we are committed to fostering an environment of respect, inclusion, dignity, and love for all students and staff. As your Superintendent, I expect all members of our school community, as well as those that we compete against on the field or court of play, to uphold these standards to ensure a safe and supportive environment for everyone. With this said, it is very important to remember that we are working with young, impressionable individuals. We, as the Spartan community, have an obligation to be examples and carriers of the very things that we hold near…kindness, goodness, and understanding of different perspectives. Please keep these things in mind as we work to find healing, not hatred, on our path forward. Respectfully, Jeremy Duncan Superintendent Fayette County School Corporation

Congratulations to our very own Hayden Steele for being a nominated for the prestigious Beck's Player with Heart Award! From Becks: Hayden Steele was nominated as a Beck’s Player with Heart for her commitment and passion on and off the court. The thing she loves most about high school sports is how they are constantly pushing her to be better. Whether that is being a better person, friend, or dancer, the coaches and the sport help her grow. Hayden loves this about her team because it translates into her other passions such as showing pigs and cattle and being an FFA officer. She is involved in the class council, the dance team, and FFA. When she is not dancing, Hayden volunteers at all gleaner events in her county and runs many charity events through her officer position in her FFA chapter. She is also heavily involved in 4-H, where she helps with their cattle association. Agriculture is everything to Hayden. It is the food that she eats, the clothes she wears, and the labor she puts forth in her life. Hayden would like to go to Purdue to either get a degree in elementary education or veterinary science. Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!

What a season! And, we aren't done yet. Your Connersville Spartans are IHSAA Boy's Tennis Sectional Champions! JV 13-0 Varsity 18-2 Connersville Invitational Champs Conference Champs (7-0) 3peat Sectional Champs

Best of luck to the Spartan Marching Band & Guard today in the ISSMA Scholastic Prelims at Whitelqnd Community High School! Go Spartans!

Therapy Dogs are just one of the many ways that the Fayette County School Corporation supports the well-rounded needs of its students. Research on the benefits of therapy dogs indicates that they help students with a variety of physical and mental health issues. Additionally, therapy dogs have been proven to improve social interactions and overall well-being. Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!

Congratulations to our 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program finalists: Kierra Mckinney, Maddyson Sparks, Harley Morris, Terran Jefferson, and Gwynn Higbie. Best of luck in your upcoming interview rounds!

Check out these numbers! Did you know that in 2023-2024, Spartan students earned: 17 Associates Degrees 2,408 Total College Credit Hours $470,972 Tuition Dollars Saved All while still in high school! Great things are happening at the Fayette County School Corporation!

Upcoming dates for the food pantry/clothing closet

Chartwells would love for you to join their team!

IMPORTANT FINAL REMINDER! The Fayette County School Corporation needs your help! After today, Monday, September 30th, our Corporation Free/Reduced Lunch percentage is final for the school year. While you may still apply for Free/Reduced Lunch after this date, doing so prior to October 1st helps our School Corporation qualify for Title I funding, the USDA's Community Eligibility Program (free lunch for our elementary students), other grant funding, and more. If you believe you are near the income thresholds for Free or Reduced Lunch and have not yet filled out your application, please do so today! Applying and not receiving the benefit has no negative effect on you or your child. If you do qualify, you will receive either free or reduced lunches for your children. Only one application needs to be completed per household, per year. The quick and easy application can be found at: https://lunchapplication.com/ Thank you for your help! Go Spartans!

IMPORTANT MESSAGE! The Fayette County School Corporation needs your help! After Monday, September 30th, our Corporation Free/Reduced Lunch percentage is final for the school year. While you may still apply for Free/Reduced Lunch after this date, doing so prior to October 1st helps our School Corporation qualify for Title I funding, the USDA's Community Eligibility Program (free lunch for our elementary students), other grant funding, and more. If you believe you are near the income thresholds for Free or Reduced Lunch and have not yet filled out your application, please do so today! Applying and not receiving the benefit has no negative effect on you or your child. If you do qualify, you will receive either free or reduced lunches for your children. Only one application needs to be completed per household, per year. The quick and easy application can be found at: https://lunchapplication.com/ Thank you for your help! Go Spartans!

Did you know that Fayette County School Corporation can train YOU to be a bus driver? We are looking for responsible and passionate individuals to join the Spartan Family as bus drivers, substitute bus drivers, and event drivers. Reach out today to inquire about our upcoming paid training opportunities. Go Spartans! Darrell Drew ddrew@fayette.k12.in.us

The Food Pantry/Clothing Closet at LSP will be open on Thursday, September 12th and 26th, 4:00-6:00pm. No identification is required. All are welcome.

We are excited about the start of the Fall sports season for our Spartan student athletes. This is a great time to reflect and remember that we all have a role to play in creating a positive, healthy environment for competition. Thank you in advance for setting an incredible example for our children! Go Spartans!

Friendly reminder...next Monday, August 12th is the first "Early Release Monday" for both our Elementary Schools and CHS. Please plan accordingly.

The Fayette County School Corporation family had an incredible morning of fellowship and learning today as we anticipate the return of our students. We can't wait to see them tomorrow! Great things are happening at Fayette County!

Food Pantry/Clothing Closet; no identification is required; all are welcome.

Fayette County School Corporation Families, As we get closer to the start of school, we would like to remind you of the importance of your child's regular attendance at school. If your child is not here, our incredible educators cannot teach them. Also, we all have an obligation to help our students develop the durable skills necessary to be employable adults. In short, showing up matters! And finally, it's the law. Thank you for your help this school year getting your child to school on time each and every day they are able. Great things are happening at Fayette County!

Spartan Family, We are just a few days away from the start of the 2024-2025 school year. Students should plan to return to school on Wednesday, August 7th. We thank you in advance for your grace and patience as we work hard to iron out beginning of the year transportation needs. It's not too late to register your child to attend the Fayette County School Corporation. Please contact your child's school to do so. If you are unsure which school your child should attend, please call our FCSC Office at (765) 825-2178 . It's going to be an incredible school year and we can't wait to welcome back our students! Great things are happening at Fayette County!

IMPORTANT REMINDER! Under new Indiana law, school districts such as Fayette County School Corporation must adopt policies banning wireless communication devices during instructional time. This includes phones, tablets, laptops, and gaming systems, as well as any other devices that can provide communication between two parties. Due to this new legislation and out of a desire to better serve students, the following policies will be enforced in our school buildings during the 2024-2025 school year. ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: Phones and other devices must be powered down and away during school hours. CONNERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL: Phones and other devices must be powered down and in lockers during school hours. CONNERSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL: Phones and other devices are permitted to be carried by students, but must be away and not in use during instructional time.