Realtors are invited annually to learn about Mt. Vernon schools.
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MV to welcome realtors to event
FORTVILLE – Realtors and builders in the area are invited to a special breakfast at 9 a.m. Oct. 2 to learn about Mt. Vernon schools.
The event will be at the MVCSC Administrative Service Center, 1806 W. Ind. 234, Fortville. Realtors can enjoy student entertainment, learn about MB’s enrollment and future growth plans, learn how MV schools can help realtors sell their lots, and tour one of the schools. Reserve a spot at bit.ly/Realtor2024 or learn more at mvcsc.k12.in.us/Realtor2024.
EH alumni award nominations open
CHARLOTTESVILLE – Nominations are open for the 2025 Eastern Hancock High School Distinguished Alunni Hall of Fame.
The award was founded to recognize and celebrate the positive accomplishments and contributions of Eastern Hancock High School alumni. Graduates of Eastern Hancock as well as Charlottesville, Westland, and Wilkinson High Schools are all eligible for consideration.
The Alumni Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have, through their performance, conduct, and achievement, brought credit and honor to themselves and EHHS. Their public example will hopefully serve to inspire future graduates to perform and serve in the same spirit.
Honorees will be recognized for outstanding achievement in their chosen field, leadership, the arts, and volunteer/community service. Nominees with outstanding records of achievement deserving of special recognition are eligible.
Nominations are due by Jan. 17, 2025. For full guidelines, qualifications, previous inductees and nomination forms, visit www.easternhancock.org/page/alumni-hall-of-fame.
Parker to meet with residents
MT. COMFORT – Mt. Vernon Superintendent Dr. Jack Parker will be at a “Traveling Talk” event Oct. 2.
Traveling talks is an opportunity for community members to talk directly with Parker and share their hopes, questions or concerns about MV schools in a casual setting. Participants can learn more about enrollment and the district’s growth plan.
The event will be at noon Oct. 2 at Ranchera Restaurant, 2806 N. 600W., Greenfield. No RSVP is necessary.
School foundations benefit from debit cards
GREENFIELD – School Spirit Debit Cards are available at GBC Bank.
Hancock Countys school foundations benefit from the cards, which have the school logo of your choice printed on them: Greenfield-Central, New Palestine, Eastern Hancock or Mt. Vernon. A small donation will be made to the school foundation when the debit card is used, according to the bank’s social media site. For more, visit gbcbank.com/school-spirit-debit-cards or call 317-462-1431.
Foundation seeks wish granters
GREENFIELD – Local residents can grant a wish of a community teacher.
The Wish Upon a Star program through the Greenfield Central School Foundation allows community members to purchase books, art supplies, technology and more for special projects in the classrooms. Wishes can be granted through gcschoolfoundation.com/wish-upon-a-star.
The foundation is hosting its annual Red Letter Gala Sept. 28. For more on the event or to purchase tickets, visit gcschoolfoundation.com/red-letter-gala.
Savings fund prize money available
INDIANAPOLIS – September is National College Savings Month, and one individual will be selected to win a $10,000 deposit into an Indiana529 savings fund.
To enter the sweepstakes, individuals 18 and older must complete an entry form by Sept. 30 at MyIndiana529.com/sweepstakes. Indiana529 provides account owners and gift contributors flexibility when it comes to saving for education after high school. Funds can be used at any eligible school or registered apprenticeship program, in- or out-of-state, according to a press release from the Office of the Indiana Treasurer of the State. Visit MyIndiana529.com for more.
