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![Two student athletes hold hands as they leap over a hurdle together on the track during Unified Game Day 2026.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780153151/waynek12inus/e7irbasa4vtvlcem0lj0/UnifiedGameDay2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780153151/waynek12inus/e7irbasa4vtvlcem0lj0/UnifiedGameDay2026.png","width":380}])
On May 8, students from across MSD Wayne Township took the track and field at Ben Davis High School for Unified Game Day — and the energy was unforgettable. From the lighting of the ceremonial torch to the final medal presentation, the day was filled with moments of joy, determination, and community pride.
![A white and purple school bus converted into a mobile food program called "Giants Bus Stop Cafe," with text reading "Meals Free to Children 18 and Under" and a colorful mural of fresh fruits and vegetables along the side, parked outdoors.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780000871/waynek12inus/yctaahiwf6lixyenjsm9/SummerMeals_380x260.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780000871/waynek12inus/yctaahiwf6lixyenjsm9/SummerMeals_380x260.png","width":380}])
![Betsy Spencer poses with Superintendent Dr. Shenia Suggs following the presentation of the May Wayne Way Award.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780148553/waynek12inus/l35afl0dykahv3qymrki/Spencer-Wayne-Way-Award_May2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780148553/waynek12inus/l35afl0dykahv3qymrki/Spencer-Wayne-Way-Award_May2026.png","width":380}])
Betsy Spencer has been opening doors for Stout Field students for years—from mentoring through the HOSTS program to organizing field trips to Purdue and the Rolls Royce Heritage Trust Museum. This month, she's recognized as a Wayne Way Volunteer Award recipient for her exceptional commitment to creating opportunities and inspiring others to serve.
![Image for 65+ Lifetime Pass]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780080740/waynek12inus/bw8f1mttzjqmynkqdjbj/65-lifetime-pass.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780080740/waynek12inus/bw8f1mttzjqmynkqdjbj/65-lifetime-pass.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Wayne Walks 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780077446/waynek12inus/zrov9nwa60pdvu9go6x9/2026-wayne-walks-news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780077446/waynek12inus/zrov9nwa60pdvu9go6x9/2026-wayne-walks-news.png","width":380}])
![The Wayne Wire: Connecting Our Schools, Families, and Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777470303/waynek12inus/sp95ufwxauivj2rhav9t/NEWS_TheWAYNEWIRE.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777470303/waynek12inus/sp95ufwxauivj2rhav9t/NEWS_TheWAYNEWIRE.png","width":380}])
![Two students present their MLK 'Freedom of Expressions' contest entry — a vibrant painted poster featuring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with the words 'Be Valued, Be Heard, Be Seen' — to Dr. Suggs during the 43rd Annual Awards Reception at Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774038694/waynek12inus/fg5vogxricu5refutqyg/MLKAwardsNEWS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774038694/waynek12inus/fg5vogxricu5refutqyg/MLKAwardsNEWS.png","width":380}])
![Emerson Allen (center) was recognized with the Wayne Way Volunteer Award for more than two decades of supporting students in Wayne Township’s WBDG radio and BDTV programs. Pictured with Allen are Jon Easter (left) and Dennis Goins.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773435418/waynek12inus/xjp0h2fo63syy0idj5cr/EmersonAllen.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773435418/waynek12inus/xjp0h2fo63syy0idj5cr/EmersonAllen.png","width":380}])
![Members of the Speedway Library Stitchers were honored with Wayne Township Schools’ inaugural Wayne Way Volunteer Award for their years of creating handmade hats, scarves, mittens, and comfort bears for students at Chapelwood Elementary. Pictured with the group is Michelle Stohler, Parent Liaison and Social Worker at Chapelwood.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773435269/waynek12inus/xl89cuhdpnlj0ofojlhb/SpeedwayLibraryStitchers.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773435269/waynek12inus/xl89cuhdpnlj0ofojlhb/SpeedwayLibraryStitchers.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Stout Field Elementary HOSTS reading timeout with Indiana Pacers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773325994/waynek12inus/gbytesy3xugdhtaqvtri/read-like-a-pro-news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773325994/waynek12inus/gbytesy3xugdhtaqvtri/read-like-a-pro-news.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Dare to Dream Award Recipient]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774638740/waynek12inus/ckrktxnpovw1l076yu85/dare-to-dream-news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774638740/waynek12inus/ckrktxnpovw1l076yu85/dare-to-dream-news.png","width":380}])
![Wayne Township 4-H Leaders smile at booth promoting programs while at Wayne Winter Games]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772231287/waynek12inus/zaewq2mdenx88eawnbjj/4-HFlowerSale.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772231287/waynek12inus/zaewq2mdenx88eawnbjj/4-HFlowerSale.png","width":380}])
![Image with Steve Witty Recognition on John Wooden Legacy Coaching Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772051651/waynek12inus/hkllw5wchtvfttbmhvu7/steve-witty-recognition.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772051651/waynek12inus/hkllw5wchtvfttbmhvu7/steve-witty-recognition.png","width":380}])
![Photo of All Superintendent Art Competition Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772037083/waynek12inus/srbtn47phwqxziulaqnu/2026-superintendent-art-winners.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772037083/waynek12inus/srbtn47phwqxziulaqnu/2026-superintendent-art-winners.png","width":380}])
![Image of Dr. Suggs, MSD of Wayne Township Superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772034307/waynek12inus/limo2a0dag5eqn8kelnq/dr-suggs-mirror-indy-news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772034307/waynek12inus/limo2a0dag5eqn8kelnq/dr-suggs-mirror-indy-news.png","width":380}])
![Image for Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771424119/waynek12inus/eoonomaieoqbqf0b0g6o/kindergarten-enrollment-event.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771424119/waynek12inus/eoonomaieoqbqf0b0g6o/kindergarten-enrollment-event.png","width":380}])
![Brett Cooper Named Head Football Coach at Ben Davis High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770682805/waynek12inus/bo2gll3dcumcmhjkdiy1/BDFBCoach_2926.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770682805/waynek12inus/bo2gll3dcumcmhjkdiy1/BDFBCoach_2926.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770682805/waynek12inus/bo2gll3dcumcmhjkdiy1/BDFBCoach_2926.png","width":760}])
![Photo for the Wayne Way Volunteer Award Nomination]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770407709/waynek12inus/jglpfcjqhgqgou5ugyln/the-wayne-way-award.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770407709/waynek12inus/jglpfcjqhgqgou5ugyln/the-wayne-way-award.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Miss Jean celebrating her 100th birthday as a HOSTS mentor]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770326410/waynek12inus/fqpcjmkpxkmkbryqvexs/miss-jeans-100th-birthday.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770326410/waynek12inus/fqpcjmkpxkmkbryqvexs/miss-jeans-100th-birthday.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Mikeal Gordon and Dr. Jeff Butts for new school board position]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1766088406/waynek12inus/xi2qpehciswwayx3b76l/mikeal-gordon-joins-school-board.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1766088406/waynek12inus/xi2qpehciswwayx3b76l/mikeal-gordon-joins-school-board.png","width":380}])
![image showing the Wayne school district seal displayed on a wall in MSD Wayne Board Room.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763159217/waynek12inus/hk0sgnt5xucv5senmcwj/BoardRoom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763159217/waynek12inus/hk0sgnt5xucv5senmcwj/BoardRoom.png","width":380}])
MSD Wayne School Board is accepting applications for a Board vacancy through November 30, 2025.
![Image for Ben Davis Alumni Nation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760624214/waynek12inus/aiz70nsx1perryhesexy/2025-ben-davis-alumni-nation-launches.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760624214/waynek12inus/aiz70nsx1perryhesexy/2025-ben-davis-alumni-nation-launches.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760624214/waynek12inus/aiz70nsx1perryhesexy/2025-ben-davis-alumni-nation-launches.jpg","width":760}])
![Photo of Dr. Shenia Suggs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759783225/waynek12inus/bz05zoapqgzqwjilaf6i/SuggsNextSuper.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759783225/waynek12inus/bz05zoapqgzqwjilaf6i/SuggsNextSuper.png","width":380}])
![Student Hannah Waltermire interviews Wayne Township Superintendent Jeff Butts during a television recording session.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757101102/waynek12inus/c4awhqodalbhjkhgzsfk/20250805_ENT-WAYNE-SUPERINTENDENT-INTERVIEW_BP_06-scaled.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757101102/waynek12inus/c4awhqodalbhjkhgzsfk/20250805_ENT-WAYNE-SUPERINTENDENT-INTERVIEW_BP_06-scaled.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757101102/waynek12inus/c4awhqodalbhjkhgzsfk/20250805_ENT-WAYNE-SUPERINTENDENT-INTERVIEW_BP_06-scaled.webp","width":780}])
![Woman pointing to phone showing superintendent search survey with text 'Superintendent Search Survey July 20-August 4]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753046213/waynek12inus/qnuf0tqrzsekcq5c4sg9/SuperSurvey.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753046213/waynek12inus/qnuf0tqrzsekcq5c4sg9/SuperSurvey.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753046213/waynek12inus/qnuf0tqrzsekcq5c4sg9/SuperSurvey.png","width":760}])
The M.S.D. of Wayne Township School Board is seeking community input to help guide the search for the district's next superintendent following Dr. Jeffrey Butts' retirement announcement.
![Purple-toned image showing the Wayne school district seal displayed on a wall in a board room. White text overlay reads 'SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH' at the top, with 'WE ARE WAYNE!' and 'GREAT SCHOOLS = GREAT COMMUNITY' below]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752788536/waynek12inus/x5kb35p1mdphtbsn0onl/SuperintendentSearchNEWS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752788536/waynek12inus/x5kb35p1mdphtbsn0onl/SuperintendentSearchNEWS.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752788536/waynek12inus/x5kb35p1mdphtbsn0onl/SuperintendentSearchNEWS.png","width":760}])
The M.S.D. of Wayne Township School Board is leading a search to hire its next Superintendent following the recent announcement of Dr. Jeffrey Butts’ upcoming retirement.
![Superintendent Dr. Jeff Butts reading with a young student. A quote overlay reads "Serving this district has been the honor of a lifetime." The image has a purple tint matching the district's branding colors.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750949184/waynek12inus/nxy57ahggs5vpsvq6rk7/NEWS_JKBAnnouncement_62625380x260px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750949184/waynek12inus/nxy57ahggs5vpsvq6rk7/NEWS_JKBAnnouncement_62625380x260px.png","width":380}])
![Photo with poster made for the 2025 Wayne Township Teacher of the Year Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747398280/waynek12inus/ka1yxdnq8jrdlnnwzazq/2025-toy-news.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747398280/waynek12inus/ka1yxdnq8jrdlnnwzazq/2025-toy-news.png","width":380}])
![Photo from the 2025 Wayne Memorial Wall of Fame Induction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747398279/waynek12inus/jcf3am7tnzugep6e4ivg/2025-memorial-wall-induction.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747398279/waynek12inus/jcf3am7tnzugep6e4ivg/2025-memorial-wall-induction.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747398279/waynek12inus/jcf3am7tnzugep6e4ivg/2025-memorial-wall-induction.jpg","width":760}])
![Image for Summer Meals Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747338098/waynek12inus/bjbsnoljtc5pujeunsvy/summer-meals-program.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747338098/waynek12inus/bjbsnoljtc5pujeunsvy/summer-meals-program.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747338098/waynek12inus/bjbsnoljtc5pujeunsvy/summer-meals-program.jpg","width":760}])
![Photo of Nitro from Indy Fuel mascot celebrating national school breakfast week with Westlake Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741279327/waynek12inus/jvqybidwkura5hhskq81/2025-westlake-celebrates-national-breakfast-week.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741279327/waynek12inus/jvqybidwkura5hhskq81/2025-westlake-celebrates-national-breakfast-week.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741279327/waynek12inus/jvqybidwkura5hhskq81/2025-westlake-celebrates-national-breakfast-week.png","width":760}])
![Photo of building-level winners proudly display their creations at the 2025 MSD Wayne Superintendent's Art Competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741272940/waynek12inus/quudqogwor24f9ofwfyy/2025-superintendents-art-competition-school-winners.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741272940/waynek12inus/quudqogwor24f9ofwfyy/2025-superintendents-art-competition-school-winners.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741272940/waynek12inus/quudqogwor24f9ofwfyy/2025-superintendents-art-competition-school-winners.jpg","width":760}])
![Photo of student excited for school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741210323/waynek12inus/bxxbhkszaaesbnqgjtvq/now-accepting-out-of-district-applications.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741210323/waynek12inus/bxxbhkszaaesbnqgjtvq/now-accepting-out-of-district-applications.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741210323/waynek12inus/bxxbhkszaaesbnqgjtvq/now-accepting-out-of-district-applications.png","width":760}])
![Photo of Shirley Deckard, being honored for 32.5 years of service on the MSD of Wayne Township Board of Education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734011438/waynek12inus/m2pyj1yjn8qpntfrutg3/shirley-deckard-legacy-of-service.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734011438/waynek12inus/m2pyj1yjn8qpntfrutg3/shirley-deckard-legacy-of-service.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734011438/waynek12inus/m2pyj1yjn8qpntfrutg3/shirley-deckard-legacy-of-service.jpg","width":760}])
![Photo of Brittany Jointer, Karen Harris, and Dr. Butts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733928445/waynek12inus/eujgl7nerhwch2o2tero/karen-harris-child-nutrition-services-state-recognition.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733928445/waynek12inus/eujgl7nerhwch2o2tero/karen-harris-child-nutrition-services-state-recognition.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733928445/waynek12inus/eujgl7nerhwch2o2tero/karen-harris-child-nutrition-services-state-recognition.jpg","width":760}])
![Dr. Jeff Butts stands with community leaders at WinSupply golf outing to benefits Wayne Township students in need.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726860034/waynek12inus/oioz4fxauskroi3ttx2o/WinforWayne_92024_380x260.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726860034/waynek12inus/oioz4fxauskroi3ttx2o/WinforWayne_92024_380x260.png","width":380}])
![Senator Cyndi Carrasco poses with Wayne Township Adult Education staff members outside the program's facility.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726850637/waynek12inus/qnl9odwhdhye9bmxam42/Carrasco_92024_380x260.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726850637/waynek12inus/qnl9odwhdhye9bmxam42/Carrasco_92024_380x260.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726850637/waynek12inus/qnl9odwhdhye9bmxam42/Carrasco_92024_380x260.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726850637/waynek12inus/qnl9odwhdhye9bmxam42/Carrasco_92024_380x260.png","width":1140}])
![A student sits to have her the face painted at LAP Family Night.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726861985/waynek12inus/toayjissokfuktd1vnhj/LAPFamilyNight_9524_380x2601.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726861985/waynek12inus/toayjissokfuktd1vnhj/LAPFamilyNight_9524_380x2601.png","width":380}])
![Photo of Mr. Justin Allison Ben Davis Art Teacher-Top 10 Finalist for 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1723549509/waynek12inus/blzbciwjuowyhvnjjr8l/INDTOY-Justin-Allison-280x260.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1723549509/waynek12inus/blzbciwjuowyhvnjjr8l/INDTOY-Justin-Allison-280x260.png","width":380}])
![MSD of Wayne Township child nutrition staff member smiling as she serves meals.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719339746/waynek12inus/gndvsxapvsvefpyaxtm3/2024-July19-JobFair.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719339746/waynek12inus/gndvsxapvsvefpyaxtm3/2024-July19-JobFair.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719339746/waynek12inus/gndvsxapvsvefpyaxtm3/2024-July19-JobFair.png","width":760}])
![Photo of 2024 M.G. Raby Award Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718367344/waynek12inus/u5mgdmt8rt9rqjeabzom/2024-mg-raby-award-winners.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718367344/waynek12inus/u5mgdmt8rt9rqjeabzom/2024-mg-raby-award-winners.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718367344/waynek12inus/u5mgdmt8rt9rqjeabzom/2024-mg-raby-award-winners.jpg","width":760}])
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Eighth and ninth-grade students can apply for college readiness programs through February 19, 2024.
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The Salvation Army of Central Indiana made a generous donation of 700 coats to our Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center.
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Our Ben Davis Giants make history with a 10th state football title on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
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The MSD of Wayne Township will offer 3 free immunization clinics for school-age children and members of the community on September 26, October 4, and October 5.
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MSD of Wayne Township will have a hiring event on Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Back-to-school immunizations will be offered to school-age children and community members on July 24, 2023.
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Hendricks Regional Health and the MSD of Wayne Township announced a new three-year partnership effective July 1, 2023.
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Area 31 Career Center teacher, Danny Camden recognized by SkillsUSA with an Honorary Life Member award.
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MSD of Wayne Township will offer a hiring event on Tuesday, June 27.
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Mayor Joe Hogsett announced the M.S.D. of Wayne Township as one of twelve projects selected for funding through the 2023 Indianapolis Neighborhood Infrastructure Partnership (INIP).
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The Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL) at the University of Indianapolis recently announced the re-endorsement of the Early College (EC) program at Ben Davis University High School for the fourth time.
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Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center was recently announced as a 2022-2023 STEM Certified School.
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Chapelwood Elementary robotics team earns spot in the 2023 VEX World Championship after willing the Indiana Robotics State Championship.
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Congratulations to Westlake Elementary teacher Desiree Tyson, who was announced as the 2023 Wayne Township Elementary Teacher of the Year, and to Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center teacher Terri Howell, who was announced as the 2023 Wayne Township Secondary Teacher of the Year
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Ben Davis High School honored the 2023 inductees for the Alumni Wall of Fame at a reception and awards program on Saturday, April 29, 2023.
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Congratulations to our M.S.D. of Wayne Township Board of Education for receiving an Exemplary Governance Award.
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BDHS senior Abdou-Rahmane Aminou, ISSDA State Speech Tournament Champion recognized at school board meeting.