Statement of the Southwest Parke Community School Corporation
January 12, 2026
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation has concluded its investigation of the incident that occurred on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the conclusion of the boys basketball game at Riverton Parke High School. The school investigation included review of all relevant video from the premises and interviews with several students, staff members who were present, and game officials.
Video evidence from the parking lot shows a student from the visiting school using a fist to strike a student from Riverton Parke High School. Video evidence shows a number of parents from both the visiting school and from Riverton Parke High School intervened and quickly separated the students. Video evidence shows that within minutes several law enforcement personnel and EMS were on the scene, having been alerted to the incident via a 911 call.
Social media reports of this situation have included accusations of racism on the part of Riverton Parke High School and its students. Such accusations are extremely hurtful to the school, its students, and its staff members. Interviews conducted with those who were present - students, staff members, and game officials - do not corroborate the accusation of racism in this incident.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation would like to commend the staff members who were present for their work with the students, families, and law enforcement officials The Corporation would like to commend the parents and students who remained calm during this situation. The Corporation would also like to commend law enforcement officials and EMS personnel for their rapid response and assistance.
January 12, 2026
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation has concluded its investigation of the incident that occurred on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the conclusion of the boys basketball game at Riverton Parke High School. The school investigation included review of all relevant video from the premises and interviews with several students, staff members who were present, and game officials.
Video evidence from the parking lot shows a student from the visiting school using a fist to strike a student from Riverton Parke High School. Video evidence shows a number of parents from both the visiting school and from Riverton Parke High School intervened and quickly separated the students. Video evidence shows that within minutes several law enforcement personnel and EMS were on the scene, having been alerted to the incident via a 911 call.
Social media reports of this situation have included accusations of racism on the part of Riverton Parke High School and its students. Such accusations are extremely hurtful to the school, its students, and its staff members. Interviews conducted with those who were present - students, staff members, and game officials - do not corroborate the accusation of racism in this incident.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation would like to commend the staff members who were present for their work with the students, families, and law enforcement officials The Corporation would like to commend the parents and students who remained calm during this situation. The Corporation would also like to commend law enforcement officials and EMS personnel for their rapid response and assistance.
Statement of the Southwest Parke Community School Corporation
January 11, 2026
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the conclusion of the boys basketball game at Riverton Parke High School, an incident occurred in the school parking lot that involved a student from the visiting school and a student from Riverton Parke High School. A number of Riverton Parke High School personnel were on site and worked with local law enforcement to de-escalate the situation.
Since opening in 1986, Riverton Parke High School and its students have received several commendations for sportsmanship and positive behavior. The school continues to hold its students, families, and staff members to the highest standards of conduct. The investigation of this situation continues at this time.
We would like to thank our local law enforcement personnel for their rapid and professional response to the call for assistance.
January 11, 2026
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the conclusion of the boys basketball game at Riverton Parke High School, an incident occurred in the school parking lot that involved a student from the visiting school and a student from Riverton Parke High School. A number of Riverton Parke High School personnel were on site and worked with local law enforcement to de-escalate the situation.
Since opening in 1986, Riverton Parke High School and its students have received several commendations for sportsmanship and positive behavior. The school continues to hold its students, families, and staff members to the highest standards of conduct. The investigation of this situation continues at this time.
We would like to thank our local law enforcement personnel for their rapid and professional response to the call for assistance.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7 PM at the Corporation Office. The Board will conduct its annual Board of Finance meeting and its regular monthly meeting. The public is invited to attend.
Information Regarding Sports
JH wrestling and 6th grade girls' basketball both have their first practices this evening.
JH wrestling (boys and girls in grades 5-8) practice is 5:30-7pm at Rosedale Elementary.
**This is separate from RP Club Wrestling.**
6th grade girls' basketball practice is 6:30-8pm at Montezuma Elementary.
Set those alarms and double check backpacks — tomorrow is our first day back to school!
Please make sure your student’s device is fully charged and that all school items are packed in their backpack so they are ready to learn.
We are excited to welcome our Hotshots back and begin the second half of the school year!
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will conduct a special meeting on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 7 PM. The Board will undertake its annual reorganization and review the 1782 Notice. Please see the attached agenda for additional information.
Please see the message below from the SWP Corporation Office:
It appears that winter weather may be making another appearance in the near future. As such, students arrive home today with learning tools that would be used for elearning. Currently, we have one asynchronous (student self-paced) elearning day remaining. After that day has been used, we will need to conduct synchronous elearning. Synchronous elearning is different from our other elearning days. On a synchronous elearning day, students have specific times they need to be logged onto their devices to interact with teachers and other students. Individual schools will provide you with details regarding times to be logged in. If your student will be absent from the synchronous elearning period due to illness or appointments, please contact the school as you usually would for an absence.
The learning tools sent home today should be used if an elearning day is called. If no elearning day is called, the tools should be returned to school fully charged for use.
It appears that winter weather may be making another appearance in the near future. As such, students arrive home today with learning tools that would be used for elearning. Currently, we have one asynchronous (student self-paced) elearning day remaining. After that day has been used, we will need to conduct synchronous elearning. Synchronous elearning is different from our other elearning days. On a synchronous elearning day, students have specific times they need to be logged onto their devices to interact with teachers and other students. Individual schools will provide you with details regarding times to be logged in. If your student will be absent from the synchronous elearning period due to illness or appointments, please contact the school as you usually would for an absence.
The learning tools sent home today should be used if an elearning day is called. If no elearning day is called, the tools should be returned to school fully charged for use.
Below is the plan regarding the Christmas program in the event that weather interferes with our normal school day tomorrow.
If we are on a two-hour delay:
The PK–Grade 2 program will be moved to 12:00 p.m. and the Grades 3–6 program will be moved to 1:00 p.m.
If we are closed and have an e-learning day:
The program will be canceled and will not be rescheduled.
We are hopeful for an on-time arrival and for the programs to be held at their originally scheduled times: PK–Grade 2 at 9:00 a.m. and Grades 3–6 at 10:00 a.m.
If we are on a two-hour delay:
The PK–Grade 2 program will be moved to 12:00 p.m. and the Grades 3–6 program will be moved to 1:00 p.m.
If we are closed and have an e-learning day:
The program will be canceled and will not be rescheduled.
We are hopeful for an on-time arrival and for the programs to be held at their originally scheduled times: PK–Grade 2 at 9:00 a.m. and Grades 3–6 at 10:00 a.m.
It appears that winter weather may be making another appearance in the near future. As such, students should arrive home today with learning tools that would be used for elearning. Currently, we have one asynchronous (student self-paced) elearning day remaining. After that day has been used, we will need to conduct synchronous elearning. Synchronous elearning is different from our other elearning days. On a synchronous elearning day, students have specific times they need to be logged onto their devices to interact with teachers and other students. Individual schools will provide you with details regarding times to be logged in. If your student will be absent from the synchronous elearning period due to illness or appointments, please contact the school as you usually would for an absence.
The learning tools sent home today should be used if an elearning day is called. If no elearning day is called, the tools should be returned to school fully charged for use.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) — Most students have completed and returned their e-learning packets from Monday and Tuesday. THANK YOU! If your student has not yet turned in their packets, please have them do so tomorrow. If they are not turned in by Friday, your student will be counted absent, and their grade will reflect the missing work. Please reach out to your student’s teacher or Mrs. Cleghorn with any questions.
REMINDER
Our Christmas Programs are Friday, December 19.
9am - PK-Grade 2
10am - Grades 3-6
*Doors will open to the public at 8:30am for the first program. Doors will open for the 3-6 program once K-2 concludes.*
The programs are available by holding down or clicking on the QR links in the attached image.
Our Christmas Programs are Friday, December 19.
9am - PK-Grade 2
10am - Grades 3-6
*Doors will open to the public at 8:30am for the first program. Doors will open for the 3-6 program once K-2 concludes.*
The programs are available by holding down or clicking on the QR links in the attached image.
Today, December 16, is an asynchronous e-learning day. Students should complete their Day 2 packet. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email or Rooms message your student's teacher or Mrs. Cleghorn. We can't wait to see everyone again soon!
As of this notice, all Southwest Parke schools will operate on a two-hour delay schedule tomorrow - Tuesday, December 16. Road conditions will be reassessed in the morning. If a change in operations is necessary, you will be notified in a timely manner. Please be safe in your travels!
Tomorrow, December 15, is an asynchronous e-learning day. Students should complete their Day 1 packet. If you have any questions or need assistance, please email or Rooms message your student's teacher or Mrs. Cleghorn. Stay warm!
Due to the extreme wind chills and the dangers they pose, all Southwest Parke Schools will conduct e-learning tomorrow - Monday, December 15. Teachers will be available via email to assist with lesson related matters that may arise. Please reach out to them. Stay warm and stay safe during this extreme weather!
Today is a snow day. We will make the day up on March 13. Please do NOT have your student complete an e-learning packet for today. Thank you!
All Southwest Parke schools will be closed today - Friday, December 12. This day will be made up using the flex day on Friday, March 13, 2026. Please be safe today!
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) - With potential winter weather in the forecast, we are sending e-learning packets home with students today.
Our next school day closure, should it be needed, will be a traditional snow day (NOT e-learning), and the day will be made up on March 13. We will utilize e-learning for up to three additional days that may be missed due to weather. Students do NOT need to complete any work in the packet until school communicates there is an e-learning day. Packets should remain in their folders/backpacks.
Our next school day closure, should it be needed, will be a traditional snow day (NOT e-learning), and the day will be made up on March 13. We will utilize e-learning for up to three additional days that may be missed due to weather. Students do NOT need to complete any work in the packet until school communicates there is an e-learning day. Packets should remain in their folders/backpacks.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) - Please see the attached image regarding RPJH wrestling call out. This is different than the RP Wrestling Club.
