October School Board Meeting Spotlight: Crichfield Elementary School

Principal Tearsa Schable showcased Crichfield Elementary’s excellence during this month’s La Porte Community School Corporation board meeting, where students led the Pledge of Allegiance, and Life Skills students presented flowers to board members and administrators. 

Key Highlights from Principal Schable’s Presentation: 

Mission & Vision: Crichfield is committed to engaging and ensuring high levels of learning for all students, with a vision of being recognized for excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Outstanding Staff: The school celebrates exceptional educators, including Marty Briggs, who recently competed for Indiana Teacher of the Year, exemplifying the dedication of Crichfield’s entire teaching staff. 

Student Excellence: Crichfield students consistently rise to challenges and work hard to achieve goals, supported by engaged families who partner in the school’s success. 

Special Programs: The Life Skills program stands out as a cornerstone of Crichfield’s inclusive community, teaching valuable lessons about perseverance, empathy, and caring. 

Notable Achievements: 

• HeartSafe School Certification 
• Project Lead the Way School designation 
• Indiana STEM School recognition 
• Successful playground project completion 
• Strong iRead and iLearn standardized test scores 

Student Activities: Crichfield offers diverse opportunities, including K Kids, student ambassadors, track, basketball, ring toss, robotics, spelling bee, and various clubs. 

The presentation emphasized how Crichfield’s success stems from the collaborative efforts of dedicated students, staff, and families working together toward their shared educational mission.