The year has come and gone, and 2019 was good to South Bend School District. As I wrap up my last day of the year this New Year's Eve, I can't help but remember some of the great memories we saw in 2019. I opened up the Photos app on my Mac and went through each of the months, selecting
just a sample of these moments to share below. Each of these pictures provides a testimony to the great staff and people we have working to bring continued opportunities for our students. I am thankful for each of our employees, our students, and our supportive community. All of you helped make South Bend School District a
Great place for kids in 2019 and will ensure we continue our mission into 2020.
Happy New Year!
Some of 2019's moments at South Bend School District
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In January we recognized our school Board of Directors for their Washington State Board of the Year award. A great group of individuals dedicated to providing quality education. A well deserved recognition.
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In February we delivered our completed plans to the City of South Bend as part of our building permit application for the new South Bend Elementary School. This was a culmination of almost a full year of planning.
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| In late February Coach Wilson and the Lady Indians qualified for the State 2B Basketball Tournament in Spokane. |
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| In March, South Bend played their first game on the new Cheney Park baseball field. |
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| In May we hired Wyatt Kuiken to take over as facility director to succeed retiring Gary Wilson. |
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| In May we held our annual Staff Appreciation BBQ lunch, and Mr. Rangel's last BBQ as head chef. |
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| In May we hosted the SW Washington Mass Band, organized by Mrs. Sam Lanka. A great event! |
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| In May, senior Drew Rose signed a letter of intent to play baseball for St. Martins University. |
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| In May, South Bend students helped the City of South Bend prepare to celebrate the city's 150th anniversary. Thanks to Mr. Keahey and Mr. Blevins! |
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| In May, Mrs. Dearmore and students show off a recent batch of new books for the school library. Our library continues to grow under Mrs. Dearmore's leadership. |
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| In June, I fall victim to the Class of 2019 and their last day pranks! |
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| In June, we break ground on our $16 million dollar new elementary school, a project resulting from years of preparation, work, and support from our community, school board, facility committee, and state legislature. |
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| In June we say farewell to long-time South Bend employees Gary Wilson and Steve Lazelle, two hardworking gentlemen who left a lasting legacy on our school and community. |
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| In August we broke ground on the resurfacing of our rubber track, the final result shown below: |
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| In September we come back to school with a new building well under way. Rognlins continues to make great progress. |
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| In October\November we complete our new metals\welding\fabrication shop, a new CTE program with a lot of future growth ahead. |
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| In December, South Bend students show their generosity and hard work in providing food for the local food bank. A great accomplishment! |
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| In December our new school is starting to take shape with the new roof installation beginning. |
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Last day in the office for 2019.
I wish I could share all of the other great moments of 2019. We have much to be thankful for at South Bend and I am looking forward to another great year in 2020!
Happy New Year!
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