Darren Heeke for CCSC School Board

08/22/2026

Way to go Athenians! Off to a great start! Go Blue and Gold! 💙💛🏈

08/21/2026

The arts programs are very important to me. My mom was a music teacher, so I know and understand the struggle it is. I remember when Jon was hired. And I’ve had the privilege of watching him and the band program grow under his guidance and leadership. Jon has done an amazing job, and we are very fortunate to have him. And if I em elected will do everything I can to support he and the band program. As well as the other arts programs.

Today we kick off our series , highlighting and celebrating everything the CVille Band Program is and who we represent!

Today we celebrate History! Crawfordsville schools date back almost 150 years. In that time, music has been a staple of education at CCSC. Not much has changed, as the commitment to the performing arts stays strong.

The Indiana State School Music Association website states, "Music festivals for students in Indiana secondary and elementary schools began in the mid-1920s, when a small number of bands and orchestras participated in national playing events. Under the sponsorship of band instrument manufacturers, these events provided an opportunity for a number of Indiana groups to gain national recognition. During the 1930s, the Hobart High School Band, directed by William Revelli, the Hammond High School Band, directed by Adam Lezinsky, and the Crawfordsville High School Band, directed by Joseph Gremelspacher, were among the top-ranking concert bands in the nation."

Joseph Gremelspacher would go on to lead the bands at Indiana State University through the 1960s. He was replaced by Vernon E. Spaulding, who was one of the founding members of Northern Indiana School Band, Orchestra, and Vocal Association (NISBOVA), which later combined with ISMA-South to create what we now know as ISSMA.

Other notable names include Wilbur and Sidney De Paris, who were born in Crawfordsville in the early 1900s. They grew up learning music from their parents and playing/touring locally. Wilbur and Sidney grew up to be incredible jazz musicians, playing with the likes of Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald.

While a lot has changed since those times, one thing remains! We are Athenians, and we are proud to stand on the shoulders of giants! Our history inspires us to be better each day, and we do not take that lightly!

08/13/2026

Go Athenians!! Hoping for a great season! We’re fortunate to have great local media that supports our 3 county schools like they do. If you’re not able to make it out to a game, tune in on the radio. Good luck at ALL Athenian fall programs!!

It's almost time for high school football! View our broadcast schedule below. Dates and times are subject to change🏈

08/13/2026

08/13/2026

The fine arts are very important. And we’re thankful that CCSC has such great arts programs.

08/10/2026

08/07/2026

Let’s help keep our kiddos safe!!

08/07/2026

Good luck to the band!! If you can, come out and support them!

08/05/2026

Just a reminder. I all the time see people on 231 N (between the hospital and the interstate) not stopping. “Surely they’re not having kids cross 4 lanes of traffic.” Is always the excuse they give. When it comes to the safety of our kiddos, there is NO excuse!! You still have to stop!!

With the children going back to school tomorrow, here is your reminder to STOP for the buses. Let’s keep our children safe this school year by paying attention, and don’t drive distracted! 🚌 🛑