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5 days ago
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GHS Class of 2025 steps into a new chapter
By Travis Hairgrove thairgrove@ The air was filled with the sounds of cheers and airhorns at T.A. 'Cotton' Ford Stadium as the Class of 2025 of both Greenville High School and New Horizons High School walked across the stage and into a new chapter of their lives. 'Kindergarten was the first step of many we unknowingly took to get here today, on a journey that we sometimes believed would never end,' student Aden Lewis said in remarks to those in attendance. 'Now, 13 years later, we're a little taller, a little wiser and still wondering what's ahead of us, we're here to celebrate.' One of the highlights of the ceremony was the graduation of the 18 students who make up its third graduating class of GHS' Early College High School program, a four-year program through which students are able to earn associate's degrees in engineering or multidisciplinary studies. When ECHS Chancellor Rebekah Russler spoke, she proudly listed the accomplishments of the class – who graduated from Paris Junior College two weeks earlier – announcing that six of them graduated with honors, that four finished with a GPA of a 4.0 and that five out of the top 10 GHS graduates were in the program. 'They earned every bit of their two diplomas,' Russler said. With the ceremony being a celebration of a major milestone in the students' lives, an ongoing theme in both the salutatorian a valedictorian speeches was one of embracing the uncertainty of the future. 'Every single one of you will leave this field with the promise of one thing – freedom,' GHS Salutatorian Nadenka Hallonquist said. 'And here's the fun part. You're on your own now. Don't want to wake up early? Go ahead. Sleep in. Don't want to go to your least favorite class? You don't have to. No one can tell you what to be and what to do now. 'Honestly though, that's a scary idea – being on your own,' she continued. 'I can't predict the future. No one can. All we can do now is hope we make decisions that will shape a good one, but I know we can do it.' Similarly, Valedictorian Ian Kowalczyk stressed the importance of being both confident and kind to oneself when dealing with challenges. 'When I first walked into Greenville High School as a freshman, I had the instinctual worry of not fitting in or being awkward … but the more I tried to run from me insecurity, the more I regretted being afraid of it in the first place. I failed myself,' Kowalczyk said. 'That's what happens. You will fail,' he continued. 'Sometimes subtly and other times visibly. But either way, you'll learn that in life, things are simply just not that easy.'
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19-05-2025
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Terre Haute North earns Early College High School endorsement
Terre Haute North Vigo High School has been recognized as an endorsed Early College High School by the Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning at the University of Indianapolis. Endorsed Early College High Schools offer students the opportunity to graduate from high school with a high school diploma and the Indiana College Core, an associate degree, a technical credential, or 15 or more dual credits. The goal is to reduce barriers between high school and college. For the 2022 cohort, 79% of Early College High School program graduates went on to college, compared to 53% of Indiana graduates. Early College programs are a nationally recognized model enabling students to earn college credit while in high school. In Indiana, CELL endorses — or accredits — high quality Early College High Schools based on their adherence to meeting eight core principles, such as establishing a college-going culture and providing strong student supports. To be considered, Terre Haute North prepared a portfolio that addressed the eight core principles of Early College High Schools. In addition, a team from CELL visited the school to interview stakeholders about the program and its benefits and challenges. As of the 2023-24 school year, 60 high schools across the state were recognized as endorsed Early College High Schools. Earlier this week VCSC announced a similar achievement for West Vigo High School. West was selected by CELL at the University of Indianapolis to be a partner school in the Rural Early College Network 2.0 as part of a $10 million Education Innovation and Research grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Through RECN 2.0, CELL will help 20 rural high schools implement Early College High School programs, providing advanced coursework and increasing the number of students who go on to college. For more information, visit
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09-05-2025
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South Vermillion High School selected for early college program
CLINTON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— South Vermillion was selected by the Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) at the University of Indianapolis to be a partner school in the Rural Early College Network (RECN) 2.0. This is the result of a $10 million Education Innovation and Research (EIR) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Through the RECN 2.0, CELL is assisting 20 rural high schools in getting Early College High School programs. These programs provide advanced coursework and they hope increase the number of students who go into higher education. 'South Vermillion is ecstatic and honored to be chosen to partner with RECN to improve college-going and programming for our students,' said Kara Skinner, Principal at South Vermillion High School. The RECN was originally created in 2019 and operated in 20 schools over six years. during RECN 1.0, the 2022 cohort had 75% of its participants go on to college, which is 22% above the state average. RECN 2.0 will establish a new cohort, and schools involved will also receive mentorship from another rural high school. It will also provide collaboration with peer educators to expand the advanced coursework and earn Early College endorsement from CELL. RECN 2.0 will expand on its first version as well by offering professional development for dual credit teachers and school counselors. Early College is a recognized model allowing high school students the ability to earn college credits, and the program has been proven to increase the number of students who need additional academic support to go to college. In Indiana, CELL endorses Early College High Schools based on how well they follow eight core principles. CELL's Early College work also allows schools to offer the Indiana College Core, a block of 30 general education credits that are transferable to any state and most private universities. More than 60 schools are currently endorsed for these programs. 'We are thrilled to partner alongside these fifteen schools through RECN 2.0 to positively impact schools, educators, students, and families,' said Janet Boyle, director of the Rural Early College Network at CELL. 'In partnership with our mentor schools, CELL is poised to guide these schools in their Early College program implementation to increase postsecondary options for students.' To learn more about the RECN, you can visit this link. West Vigo High School in Terre Haute was also named a partner school in the RECN 2.0. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-03-2025
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Roane State Foundation accepting scholarship applications
The Roane State Foundation is accepting applications for scholarships. Students must have all information submitted by May 31 to qualify for awards that will apply to the 2025-2026 academic year. Hundreds of scholarships are available each year. Part-time and full-time Roane State students, including those who attend fully online, with a minimum 2.5 grade-point average are eligible to apply, according to a news release. The application is available at Middle and Early College students wishing to apply should use the parent portal at to access the application. More than $500,000 in scholarships was awarded this past year. 'We believe every student should have the opportunity to pursue their goals,' said Scott Niermann, executive director of the Roane State Foundation. 'Whether you are graduating from high school, a current student returning to Roane State or starting your journey as a non-traditional adult student, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.' The Tennessee Promise scholarship covers tuition costs for conventional students enrolled after graduating from high school. Tennessee Reconnect is the program covering tuition for students 24 and older who are returning to college or enrolling for the first time. Middle and Early College students are eligible to receive grant support through the state of Tennessee. Niermann said Roane State Foundation scholarships are available to help pay for additional expenses like textbooks, school supplies and transportation needs. He added that educational expenses for the typical student can total around $1,500 a year, while those studying health care need special shoes, scrubs and other related items that can double that. To help offset these costs, the Roane State Foundation has a general scholarship fund that has been endowed by generous alumni and supporters. These funds are available to help students in any county. Community members who would like to help this endowment grow can contribute a gift online at This article originally appeared on Oakridger: Roane State Foundation accepting scholarship applications
