All Southwest Parke schools will operate on synchronous e-learning on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. RPHS e-learning start time will be an hour earlier than typical (logging on at 8 AM) to allow for a full day of instruction in morning hours. Elementary e-learning start times will be the same as usual. Teachers and building principals have shared information with the students regarding the schedules for the day. Please look for those communication pieces.
Synchronous Learning Times for Wednesday, February 25
Grades K-3
9:00 - 10:15 am - Math
10:15 - 11:45 am - Reading
Grades 4-6
Homeroom A (Stites, Hall, Goodwin)
9:00 - 10:20 am - Math
10:25 - 11:45 am - Reading
Homeroom B (Amerman, Hughett, Drummond) 9:00 - 10:20 am - Reading
10:25 - 11:45 am - Math
If your student will be absent or unable to attend the live sessions, or you have any questions, please SWP/Rooms message, email Mrs. Cleghorn (cleghona@swparke.k12.in.us) or Mrs. McClintock (mcclintocks@swparke.k12.in.us), or call the office (765-548-2454).
Thank you!
Synchronous Learning for February 25
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) - Our schedule for synchronous learning will be the same as it was for the weather related closures in January.
Grades K-3 Schedule
9:00 - 10:15 am - Math
10:15 - 11:45 am - Reading
Grades 4-6 Schedule
Homeroom A (Stites, Hall, Goodwin)
9:00 - 10:20 am - Math
10:25 - 11:45 am - Reading
Homeroom B (Amerman, Hughett, Drummond)
9:00 - 10:20 am - Reading
10:25 - 11:45 am - Math
All materials will be sent home with students tomorrow. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out should you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you for understanding.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) - Our schedule for synchronous learning will be the same as it was for the weather related closures in January.
Grades K-3 Schedule
9:00 - 10:15 am - Math
10:15 - 11:45 am - Reading
Grades 4-6 Schedule
Homeroom A (Stites, Hall, Goodwin)
9:00 - 10:20 am - Math
10:25 - 11:45 am - Reading
Homeroom B (Amerman, Hughett, Drummond)
9:00 - 10:20 am - Reading
10:25 - 11:45 am - Math
All materials will be sent home with students tomorrow. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out should you have any questions or concerns.
Thank you for understanding.
A Message to Families from Mrs. Cleghorn and Mrs. Rector
Our hearts are with the family and friends who are grieving the loss of a Riverton Parke student who passed away in a car accident on Friday. Even though this student did not attend our school, news like this can feel very close to home and may impact our students in different ways.
We want you to know how this will be addressed at the elementary level. Teachers have been provided guidance to keep any conversations brief, factual, and age appropriate. If students bring it up, teachers may acknowledge that a Riverton Parke student passed away in a car accident; however, they will not share details about the accident or speculate about circumstances. The focus will remain on maintaining consistent routines and supporting students’ emotional needs.
At school, we will continue to provide structure and a sense of normalcy while also being especially mindful of students who may need extra support, reassurance, or a quiet place to talk.
If this comes up at home, allowing your student to share what they have heard and how they are feeling can be very helpful. Simple, honest responses are best. You might ask, “What have you heard?” or “How are you feeling about this?” Reassure them that it is okay to have different emotions and that there are caring adults here to support them.
Students process difficult news in different ways. Some may express sadness or worry, while others may not show much outward reaction. All of these responses are normal.
If you notice lingering changes in your student’s mood or behavior, or if you would like your student to have the opportunity to speak with one of us, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Please know that we care deeply about our students and families. We are here to support you and your student during this time.
You can contact us through the SWP/Rooms app, via email (cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us and/or rectora@swparke.k12.in.us) or phone 765-548-2454.
Our hearts are with the family and friends who are grieving the loss of a Riverton Parke student who passed away in a car accident on Friday. Even though this student did not attend our school, news like this can feel very close to home and may impact our students in different ways.
We want you to know how this will be addressed at the elementary level. Teachers have been provided guidance to keep any conversations brief, factual, and age appropriate. If students bring it up, teachers may acknowledge that a Riverton Parke student passed away in a car accident; however, they will not share details about the accident or speculate about circumstances. The focus will remain on maintaining consistent routines and supporting students’ emotional needs.
At school, we will continue to provide structure and a sense of normalcy while also being especially mindful of students who may need extra support, reassurance, or a quiet place to talk.
If this comes up at home, allowing your student to share what they have heard and how they are feeling can be very helpful. Simple, honest responses are best. You might ask, “What have you heard?” or “How are you feeling about this?” Reassure them that it is okay to have different emotions and that there are caring adults here to support them.
Students process difficult news in different ways. Some may express sadness or worry, while others may not show much outward reaction. All of these responses are normal.
If you notice lingering changes in your student’s mood or behavior, or if you would like your student to have the opportunity to speak with one of us, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Please know that we care deeply about our students and families. We are here to support you and your student during this time.
You can contact us through the SWP/Rooms app, via email (cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us and/or rectora@swparke.k12.in.us) or phone 765-548-2454.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation and Riverton Parke High School are saddened by the accident today involving one of our students. Counselors from the corporation, North Central Parke, and Hamilton Center are available at RPHS to help students and staff process all that has taken place. We will continue to provide support as needed throughout this process. Our thoughts and prayers are with those nearest to the situation.
Enjoy the February 2026 edition of Hotshot Happenings!
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet in regular session tonight - Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - at 7 PM at the RPHS Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
REMINDER
If your student has a change to their end of day transportation, a note or phone call to the office is required (preferably by 2pm). Students will then receive a Change of Transportation note to ensure all staff are aware of the change and to help us keep students safe.
Please note that this includes staying after school for any reason or riding a different bus for practices or sporting events.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Cleghorn (SWP/Rooms app or email at cleghrona@swparke.k12.in.us) or the school office at 765-548-2454.
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7 PM at the RPHS Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend this meeting. The meeting will be live-streamed for those who are unable to attend but wish to view the meeting.
The agenda for tonight's board meeting is detailed below and in the attachment.
SOUTHWEST PARKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION
Board of School Trustees
Special Meeting
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 7:00 PM
At the Riverton Parke High School Cafeteria
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Discussion of Public Meeting Data and Surveys
Comments from Patrons and/or Staff
Adjourn
SOUTHWEST PARKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION
Board of School Trustees
Special Meeting
Monday, February 2, 2026 - 7:00 PM
At the Riverton Parke High School Cafeteria
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Board Discussion of Public Meeting Data and Surveys
Comments from Patrons and/or Staff
Adjourn
The Southwest Parke Board of School Trustees will meet in special session tonight - Monday, February 2, 2026 - at 7 PM in the RPHS Cafeteria. The public is invited to attend this public meeting. The meeting will also be streamed on our website for those who are unable to attend in-person.
Good morning,
The following buses will be a little behind schedule this morning:
Bus 5
Bus 11
Bus 12
Please also note that Bus 12 will pick up several students who typically ride Bus 11.
Your student can wait inside and go out to their stop when they see the bus.
Should you have any questions, please call the school (765-548-2454).
Thank you for your understanding!
The following buses will be a little behind schedule this morning:
Bus 5
Bus 11
Bus 12
Please also note that Bus 12 will pick up several students who typically ride Bus 11.
Your student can wait inside and go out to their stop when they see the bus.
Should you have any questions, please call the school (765-548-2454).
Thank you for your understanding!
A two-hour delay notification means we plan to return to in-person learning tomorrow!
Please make sure your student comes to school with all learning materials, a fully charged device, and their charger in their backpack—ready for the day ahead.
Thank you so much to our families for navigating synchronous eLearning over the past few days. We had great attendance and participation, and we truly appreciate the many parents and guardians who went above and beyond to ensure students were able to join their Google Meet classes and continue learning despite the weather conditions.
We appreciate you!
Please make sure your student comes to school with all learning materials, a fully charged device, and their charger in their backpack—ready for the day ahead.
Thank you so much to our families for navigating synchronous eLearning over the past few days. We had great attendance and participation, and we truly appreciate the many parents and guardians who went above and beyond to ensure students were able to join their Google Meet classes and continue learning despite the weather conditions.
We appreciate you!
All Southwest Parke schools will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule tomorrow - Friday, January 30, 2026. Please be safe as you travel to school a little later tomorrow morning!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming!
SAVE THE DATE for February 16 - 20 and get your reader psyched to pick out their own books!
Start exploring Book Fair options here: Rosedale Elementary Scholastic Fair in February
We will conduct another synchronous eLearning day tomorrow (January 29).
While we truly miss seeing our students in person and can’t wait to physically be together again in our classrooms at Rosedale Elementary, we are so grateful for everyone’s flexibility during this time.
Thank you to our families and students for your continued effort and support. Because of you, we had 97% attendance again today!
Please review the attached Google Meet expectations document with your student to help ensure another smooth and successful day of learning.
If your student will be absent or experiences any issues with connection or school-issued device, please reach out to Mrs. Cleghorn at cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us or through the Rooms/SWP app so we can help support you.
Thank you again for your partnership—we look forward to being back together in person soon!
All Southwest Parke Schools will conduct synchronous e-learning on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Students should receive information from their schools and teachers regarding what times to be online. Please be sure that students are logged on and active at the assigned times.
The Southwest Parke Community School Corporation Board of School Trustees will meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6 PM in the Corporation Office. The meeting is in accordance with IC 5-14-1.5-6.1(b)(2)(E):
For discussion of strategy related to school consolidation. This code citation allows the Board to discuss reorganization options available for schools within the district prior to making any recommendations or taking any action.
For discussion of strategy related to school consolidation. This code citation allows the Board to discuss reorganization options available for schools within the district prior to making any recommendations or taking any action.
We've received word that the messages from the SWP corporation office regarding closures/eLearning are not making its way to everyone through the different platforms (text, email, app, and phone call). Therefore, we sending this out again in hopes to ensure it's received by all. We will follow the same schedule we did today. Thank you!
All Southwest Parke Schools will conduct synchronous e-learning on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Students should receive information from their schools and teachers regarding what times to be online. Please be sure that students are logged on and active at the assigned times.
Shoutout to Our Rosedale Elementary Staff, Students and Families!
A huge thank you to our teachers, support staff, students, and parents/guardians for making our first day of synchronous learning such a success! With over 97% attendance (281 out of 289 students participated!), our students showed up ready to learn, and everyone navigated the learning platform with patience, flexibility, and a strong effort.
Nothing replaces the value of in-person learning and being together in our classrooms, but this alternative allows learning to continue on the virtual platform when needed. We truly appreciate the teamwork and flexibility shown by all, and we’re grateful for the continued partnership that helps support our students—no matter the setting.
If you have any questions or feedback regarding the Synchronous Learning process and procedures, please contact Mrs. Cleghorn (cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us).
A huge thank you to our teachers, support staff, students, and parents/guardians for making our first day of synchronous learning such a success! With over 97% attendance (281 out of 289 students participated!), our students showed up ready to learn, and everyone navigated the learning platform with patience, flexibility, and a strong effort.
Nothing replaces the value of in-person learning and being together in our classrooms, but this alternative allows learning to continue on the virtual platform when needed. We truly appreciate the teamwork and flexibility shown by all, and we’re grateful for the continued partnership that helps support our students—no matter the setting.
If you have any questions or feedback regarding the Synchronous Learning process and procedures, please contact Mrs. Cleghorn (cleghorna@swparke.k12.in.us).