Early Release Reminder
Friday, October 9, is a scheduled early-release day. Students will begin dismissing at 1:20 p.m.
This time provides our educators with a valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate as they continue strengthening instruction and supporting our students.
Thank you for planning accordingly!
Friday, October 9, is a scheduled early-release day. Students will begin dismissing at 1:20 p.m.
This time provides our educators with a valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate as they continue strengthening instruction and supporting our students.
Thank you for planning accordingly!
We wanted to let families know that our Food Pantry will be available on Tuesday, October 20th, from 3:30 to 4:30 PM at the Ag Building. Drive-thru pickup will be available for families.
Donations to the Food Pantry are also welcome and appreciated. Thank you!
Thank you to the following local fire departments for presenting "Fire Safety" to our elementary students:
Jasonville Fire Department
Lewis Township Fire Department
Wright Township Fire Department
Jasonville Fire Department
Lewis Township Fire Department
Wright Township Fire Department
The Shakamak Technology Department will be checking student devices on October 8th and 9th.
Students need to bring their:
-Chromebook
-Charger
-Chromebook bag/case
Students will be called down over the intercom during the school day when it is their turn.
We will be checking to make sure students have all of their equipment and that everything is in good shape.
Thank you!
Congratulations to the Shakamak students for winning the 2026 Cog & Cob. Celebrating our CHAMPIONS!
Shakamak students participated at the annual hands-on agriculture and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) competition for regional high school students hosted by Ivy Tech Community College in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Congratulations to our "Leadership" Character Award recipients!
Shakamak Elementary October Newsletter
PACE Energy Assistance Applications are available beginning October 1st by clicking on the link below.
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🎓💙 FAFSA NIGHT IS COMING! 💙🎓
Seniors and families, join us for a hands-on FAFSA Night! We will be available to guide you through the process, answer questions, and help you complete the 2027–28 FAFSA.
Please bring the student, the required parent or contributor, personal email addresses, StudentAid.gov login information, Social Security numbers, 2025 tax documents, current bank account balances, and a list of schools the student is considering.
Don’t have everything or aren’t sure where to begin? Please come anyway! We can help you get started and determine what you still need.
Completing the FAFSA can open the door to grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and federal student aid for college, trade school, and other eligible training programs.
We hope to see you there! Please fill out this forum below if you plan to attend.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTv_A2BYNdUPA9en9-pzY2VzO43Fl59Yn3IJvYJ_ArS0do2w/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Here is a helpful video you can watch as well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZSKxflaDvs
For any questions please email Hannah Messmer at hmessmer@shakamak.k12.in.us.
Seniors and families, join us for a hands-on FAFSA Night! We will be available to guide you through the process, answer questions, and help you complete the 2027–28 FAFSA.
Please bring the student, the required parent or contributor, personal email addresses, StudentAid.gov login information, Social Security numbers, 2025 tax documents, current bank account balances, and a list of schools the student is considering.
Don’t have everything or aren’t sure where to begin? Please come anyway! We can help you get started and determine what you still need.
Completing the FAFSA can open the door to grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and federal student aid for college, trade school, and other eligible training programs.
We hope to see you there! Please fill out this forum below if you plan to attend.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTv_A2BYNdUPA9en9-pzY2VzO43Fl59Yn3IJvYJ_ArS0do2w/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Here is a helpful video you can watch as well
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZSKxflaDvs
For any questions please email Hannah Messmer at hmessmer@shakamak.k12.in.us.
🌟 Welcome to Shakamak, Katie Sullivan! 🌟
We are excited to welcome Katie Sullivan, our new Youth First Mental Health Professional, to Shakamak!
Katie will be working with our students, families, and staff to provide mental health support in a variety of ways, including:
💙 Classroom presentations on topics such as friendship, kindness, respect, goal setting, and more
💙 Small groups for students who may benefit from additional support
💙 Individual support for students experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, school behaviors, academic concerns, and other personal or emotional needs
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We are grateful to have Katie as an additional resource for our students and look forward to partnering with her to help our students feel supported, successful, and ready to learn!
Welcome to Shakamak, Katie! We’re glad you’re here! 💙
Archery meeting information for grades 4-12!
Shakamak Elementary would like to thank the community partners who spoke to students in grades 3-5 at the career fair last Friday.
Cassidy Will, Radiology Technician
Alison Stewart, Nurse
Morgan Sparks, Music Therapist
Madison Ellis, Cosmetologist & Esthetician
Deb Matthews, Behavior Analyst
Ian Matthews, Indiana State Police Detective
Emmalee Adams, Veterinary Technician
Marc Napier, Mechanic
Katie Stevens, Geologist
Luke Sweet, Coal Mine Inspector
Cassidy Will, Radiology Technician
Alison Stewart, Nurse
Morgan Sparks, Music Therapist
Madison Ellis, Cosmetologist & Esthetician
Deb Matthews, Behavior Analyst
Ian Matthews, Indiana State Police Detective
Emmalee Adams, Veterinary Technician
Marc Napier, Mechanic
Katie Stevens, Geologist
Luke Sweet, Coal Mine Inspector
ELEMENTARY QUARTER WARS!
Start saving your quarters because a war has been declared… a QUARTER WAR, that is!
From Monday, September 28, through Friday, October 2, our 6th graders are hosting a Quarter War, and all elementary classes are invited to participate!
🏆 The winning class will earn a SNACK PARTY and EXTRA RECESS!
Get those quarters ready, Little Lakers!
Start saving your quarters because a war has been declared… a QUARTER WAR, that is!
From Monday, September 28, through Friday, October 2, our 6th graders are hosting a Quarter War, and all elementary classes are invited to participate!
🏆 The winning class will earn a SNACK PARTY and EXTRA RECESS!
Get those quarters ready, Little Lakers!
Our little Lakers would like to thank the community partners who participated in our Touch A Truck event. It was a huge success!
Jasonville & Wright Township Fire Departments
Jasonville Police Department
Indiana State Police
Greene County INDOT
Greene County Ambulance Service
J & M Recycling
Napier's Garage
Gilbert Logging
Wise Farms
Marlow Brothers Land Clearing Inc
Jasonville & Wright Township Fire Departments
Jasonville Police Department
Indiana State Police
Greene County INDOT
Greene County Ambulance Service
J & M Recycling
Napier's Garage
Gilbert Logging
Wise Farms
Marlow Brothers Land Clearing Inc
Help Us Keep Your Student’s Information Up to Date!
Today the elementary celebrated one of our own! Congratulations to Coach Emeral Goff on her 100th career victory as varsity head coach of the Shakamak Lady Lakers volleyball team!
We’re inviting local businesses and organizations to meet students from all five Greene County schools and share the career opportunities available in our community.
The fair will be held Tuesday, October 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at White River Valley High School. Registration is $50 per organization, and lunch is provided.
Register by Monday, October 5: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/greene-county-career-fair
Help students explore career paths and connect with the people and organizations shaping Greene County’s future.
This Saturday, as you’re on your way to your favorite parade-watching spot, be sure to stop by the Jasonville Public Library and see the Art Show. It features artwork by students of all ages from Shakamak Elementary and High School, and also work by community artists. There will be prizes, and a people’s choice award that you can vote on. This show is sponsored by the Shakamak Alumni Association with help from the Public Library and Shakamak art teachers.
This year, our Career Coach wants our seniors to think beyond simply, “What am I going to do after high school?” She wants them to spend some time discovering who they are, what matters to them, and WHY they want the future they’re working toward.
Simon Sinek’s Start With Why has been incredibly meaningful to her family, and its message fits so beautifully with the work we’re already working towards through RIASEC, career exploration, and Senior Success.
She had a goal of putting a copy into the hands of every Shakamak senior this year—but 50 books add up quickly! So, she decided to take a chance and reach out to Simon Sinek’s team.
And they said YES.
Team Simon graciously donated a copy of Start With Why for EVERY member of the Shakamak Class of 2027!
She is so grateful for their generosity and incredibly excited to be intentional with this gift throughout the year as our seniors explore their strengths, interests, values, goals, and ultimately the WHY behind the future they are building.
Class of 2027… let’s find your WHY. 💙
#StartWithWhy #SeniorSuccess #Shakamak #ClassOf2027 #FindYourWhy #TeamSimon
Simon Sinek’s Start With Why has been incredibly meaningful to her family, and its message fits so beautifully with the work we’re already working towards through RIASEC, career exploration, and Senior Success.
She had a goal of putting a copy into the hands of every Shakamak senior this year—but 50 books add up quickly! So, she decided to take a chance and reach out to Simon Sinek’s team.
And they said YES.
Team Simon graciously donated a copy of Start With Why for EVERY member of the Shakamak Class of 2027!
She is so grateful for their generosity and incredibly excited to be intentional with this gift throughout the year as our seniors explore their strengths, interests, values, goals, and ultimately the WHY behind the future they are building.
Class of 2027… let’s find your WHY. 💙
#StartWithWhy #SeniorSuccess #Shakamak #ClassOf2027 #FindYourWhy #TeamSimon
