We are so excited to host Kindergarten Round-Up for Kouts, Washington Township, and Morgan Township Elementary schools! This is a special night for families to explore their home school and prepare for an incredible first year.
When: Thursday, March 5 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Where: At your local elementary school building
Help us spread the word! Tag a friend or neighbor who has a future kindergartener. We'll see you there! 👋

Episode 12 of Inside East Porter is officially live!
Redefining what it means to be a teammate... 🎳🏆
This week, we dive into the world of Unified Sports. We sit down with Mr. Fields and several of our inspiring student-athletes to discuss what this program means to them and how it’s changing the game at East Porter.
In this episode:
✨ Inclusion in Action: Hear how Unified Sports provides a venue for all students to try new activities and represent
their school with pride.
🤝 Building Community: Mr. Fields and the athletes share the impact of coming together as one team.
🎳 Striking Success: A look into the current Unified Bowling season!
🎧 Listen to Episode 12 here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4W2IXKrEAZBJKLJr5sTa0B?si=KcC0_teHS7SMhIGqQejvnw

A quick reminder to our East Porter community: The School Board is still accepting input regarding the search for our next Superintendent.
We are looking for your feedback on what makes our district special and what we should look for in our next leader. The survey is brief, confidential, and vital to our selection process.
👉 Click here to take the survey: https://indstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tNFAyNqoy9jLh4
For more information on the search, visit: https://www.eastporter.k12.in.us/page/superintendent-search-page

This week, we’re stopping by Morgan Township High School to talk Speech and Debate. ❤️💛💚
We sit down with coach Mrs. Trussell-Smith and senior captain Lucia Hensley to discuss the dedication, skills, and successes of this impressive team. 🎤✨
Grab your headphones and listen here: 👇
🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/28QmjI1Wg9E5NWWqQjPuPh?si=Tlas7ma5QA68s6jc5VRQWg

The School Board is currently seeking input from our community, staff, and parents to help guide the search for our next Superintendent.
We invite you to complete a brief, confidential survey to share your thoughts on the district's strengths, challenges, and priorities. This feedback is vital to us and will help inform the selection process as we look for a leader to carry on our tradition of excellence.
📝 Take the Survey: https://indstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tNFAyNqoy9jLh4
ℹ️ Learn More: You can find more information about the search on our website: https://www.eastporter.k12.in.us/page/superintendent-search-page
Thank you for your support and involvement!

Stop by Kouts High School with us to hear from the team about their big win and the electric atmosphere of the tournament.
Listen to the full episode here: 👇
🎧 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rCIqal5FTIHnnt3qEHdJG?si=gz6AT1x_RVS-bGSVj3e00w

Dear East Porter School Community,
Episode 9 of Inside East Porter is officially live!
This week, we stop by Morgan Elementary to discuss the "Little Stars" preschool program. We chat with Mrs. Megan Thompson and Principal Jess Niebel about the program’s purpose, the successes they’ve seen so far, and what the future looks like for our youngest students.
🎧 Listen to Episode 9 here: https://bit.ly/InsideEastPorter9
✨ 2026-2027 Enrollment is OPEN!
Speaking of Little Stars Preschool, we are excited to announce that applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now officially open! If you have a little learner ready to join the program, you can apply online today.
🔗 Online Application: bit.ly/LittleStars2026-27
Thank you for being part of our growing community! ❤️💛💚


East Porter County School Corporation is excited to announce that Little Stars Preschool at Morgan Township Elementary is now taking applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Spread the word!
🗓️Key Dates:
-Applications open January 23, 2026
-Applications close February 27, 2026
👧🏻Eligibility:
-Child must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026
-Families must provide transportation to and from school.
-Child must be fully potty-trained
📋How to Apply:
-Online Application: Visit bit.ly/LittleStars2026-27
📲 Have Questions?
-Visit our webpage at www.eastporter.k12.in.us/page/little-stars-preschool-program
-Contact us at 219-462-8373 for more information!

Coach Patz and the team stopped by to give us the inside scoop on their amazing season. 🌟
Hear them discuss:
✅ What makes this team’s bond so unique
✅ Their firsthand perspective on the PCC tournament environment
✅ What it felt like to bring home the title
Grab your headphones and celebrate this big win with us! 🎧
Listen here: 👇
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ax9muMUx8ONhombPT1IQJ?si=ebf8e9e3279246e8


East Porter families, please note that the February 13th snow make-up day will be held IN PERSON.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.

Highlights of this episode: ⭐ Mrs. Mateer discusses the incredible growth of this student leadership group. ⭐ For the second year in a row, our students are preparing to share their experiences with the entire conference! ⭐ Get an inside look at the plans for this year’s big leadership summit.
Our students aren't just playing the game—they're leading it.
Catch the full episode here: 👇
bit.ly/InsideEastPorter7

Fourth and fifth grade students are invited to attend Reading Late Night: Bananas About Books on Friday, February 27th from 4:30-10:00 pm. This action-packed evening is filled with tons of games, challenges, and reading fun!
The $10.00 registration cost includes a t-shirt, snack, and books. For an additional $5.00 students may purchase an optional pizza meal in advance (includes pizza, chips, treat, and drink) or students may bring their own packed dinner to the event. An informational sheet and registration/medical forms have been sent home with 4th and 5th graders.
We are also seeking small prize donations (items such as fidget spinners, school supplies, small toys, accessories etc.) and volunteers to help prior to as well as during the event.
If interested in helping, please contact Jenna Frye via email at jenna.frye@eastporter.k12.in.us or by phone at 219-464-3598 x3414 or fill out the volunteer box on the registration sheet. We hope to see you there!

We have two exciting ways for you to stay connected with East Porter County Schools today:
1️⃣ The Pulse of East Porter: Q2 Edition! 📰 Our second quarter newsletter is officially here! Don't miss out on all the details regarding district news and student successes. 🔗 Read it here: https://www.eastporter.k12.in.us/article/2624044
2️⃣ Inside East Porter Podcast: Episode 5 is LIVE! 🎙️🏈 With the NFL playoffs starting this weekend, Mr. Kaufman sat down with Mrs. Crystal Lembke to discuss how she is implementing NFeLementary in her classroom!
Hear about the incredible experiences her students are having and how other classes can jump aboard the NFeLementary train! 🚂💨
Click to listen: 👇 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kUbTKoIOZjDUBkPIvt4eP?si=cbcWBBF6SGWJOqs4Xk4fQg


East Porter Community Members — today is the final day to complete our community survey.
Your feedback is essential as the School Board continues discussions about programs, services, and long-term priorities in response to changing financial conditions and student needs.
The survey closes tonight, January 2, 2026.
Please take a few minutes to participate and help guide future planning.
👉 Take the Survey: https://forms.gle/ZAj1k3LBTAb6TXtr9
Thank you for supporting East Porter Schools!

Episode 3 of Inside East Porter is now live! This week, we travel across the district to highlight creativity and academic excellence.
❤️💛💚
🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Bi1ycGsvEYAHYrkpdI8Bo?si=CIcSKlN3RhifpFZxu8gBww
Thank you for supporting our students and staff!

Please take a few minutes to complete our community survey. Your input is essential as the School Board continues discussions about programs, services, and long-term priorities in response to changing financial conditions and student needs.
Your feedback will help:
• Gather insight on comfort with funding considerations
• Identify priorities for programs, services, and facility needs
All responses are confidential, and the survey closes January 2, 2026.
👉 Take the Survey: https://forms.gle/ZAj1k3LBTAb6TXtr9
Thank you for supporting East Porter Schools!

