IPS James Whitcomb Riley School 43

Enjoy a few pictures from last week's Promotion Ceremony!

🎉 WOOHOO! Big news, everyone! 🎉 Let’s hear a massive round of applause for our incredible Class of 2026 Grade 5 Promotees! 🌟 🥳

This school year has been an absolute blast, and we are so incredibly proud of every single one of our amazing scholars. You all rock! 🚀 MISSION-COMPLETE!

Next stop: MIDDLE SCHOOL! 🚀📚 We love you all so much and know you are going to do big, awesome things next year. Keep shining bright! 💫✨

Happy Memorial Day JWR #43 families and community members. Today we remember and thank all service members who have proudly served in the armed forces.

Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You're off to Great Places!
You're off and away!

You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself
in any direction you choose.

What a day full of celebration at James Whitcomb Riley, School 43! jwriley43

Look who’s growing up! 🎓 We are incredibly proud of our littlest learners for wrapping up Pre-K/Kindergarten.

Next stop: Kindergarten / 1st Grade! Watch out, world, here they come. ✨🍎

🎸 That’s a Wrap on Schoolhouse Rock!
Our scholars absolutely rocked the stage during our Spring Showcase! 🎤✨

From the catchy tunes of "Conjunction Junction" to the classic rhythm of "I’m Just a Bill," our students brought the house down with their energy, talent, and hard work. It was incredible to see all those hours of rehearsal transform into such a vibrant, high-energy performance. Every scholar shone bright, showing off their musical and theatrical growth. They didn't just perform; they brought history, grammar, and math to life through song!

Thank you to all the families, staff, and friends who filled the seats and cheered our stars on. We are so incredibly proud of the dedication our scholars showed to make this showcase a "smash hit."

Way to go, Team! 🎼🌟

🔬 Science in Action!
Check out these snapshots from our recent Science Fair! 🧪✨

From exploding volcanoes to innovative tech solutions, our scholars truly brought their "A" game. We are so impressed by the curiosity, research, and hard work displayed in every project.

A huge thank you to all the students who participated and the families who came out to support our future scientists! 👨‍🔬👩‍🔬

🎓 Big Moves & Bubbles: Celebrating a True Leader!
We have some incredible news to share! Let’s give a massive round of applause to one of our own for a monumental achievement.

Our very own Rockstar Teacher, Mrs. Helm, has officially earned her Master’s in Education and her Principal Licensure! 📜✨

She has spent countless hours studying, leading, and growing, all while pouring her heart into her scholars. Her dedication to excellence is an inspiration to our entire school community.

To mark the occasion, our bus riders gave her a celebration she won't soon forget! As she sent our scholars off for the weekend, the air was filled with bubbles and cheers to honor her hard work. 🫧🚌

It was a beautiful moment of joy to cap off a week of high achievement. We are so lucky to have leaders like her shaping the future of our scholars every single day.

Congratulations on this amazing milestone! We can’t wait to see the impact you continue to make! 🎉🙌

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🎂 Celebrating Our Stars!
As we approach the end of another incredible year, we want to take a moment to send a massive Happy Birthday to every single one of our scholars and staff members! 🎈

Whether your special day was back in the heat of August or is coming up in the final days of the term, please know that we have been celebrating you in spirit all year long. You are the heart and soul of our community, and we are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished.

✨ A Special Shout-Out
We also want to extend a huge Thank You to our wonderful community partner, Mrs. Trina, for the stunning balloon arch!

It added the perfect touch of magic and "pop" to our celebrations. We are so grateful for your constant support and for helping us make our scholars and staff feel truly special.

Here’s to another year of growth, learning, and many more reasons to celebrate! 🥳✨