Dear East Porter School Community,
Episode 9 of Inside East Porter is officially live!
This week, we stop by Morgan Elementary to discuss the "Little Stars" preschool program. We chat with Mrs. Megan Thompson and Principal Jess Niebel about the program’s purpose, the successes they’ve seen so far, and what the future looks like for our youngest students.
🎧 Listen to Episode 9 here: https://bit.ly/InsideEastPorter9
✨ 2026-2027 Enrollment is OPEN!
Speaking of Little Stars Preschool, we are excited to announce that applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now officially open! If you have a little learner ready to join the program, you can apply online today.
🔗 Online Application: bit.ly/LittleStars2026-27
Thank you for being part of our growing community! ❤️💛💚
Upcoming event at KES
Tonight!
Flashlight reading Friday in Mrs. Yager’s room!
✨2026-2027 Preschool Applications Are OPEN!✨
East Porter County School Corporation is excited to announce that Little Stars Preschool at Morgan Township Elementary is now taking applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Spread the word!
🗓️Key Dates:
-Applications open January 23, 2026
-Applications close February 27, 2026
👧🏻Eligibility:
-Child must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026
-Families must provide transportation to and from school.
-Child must be fully potty-trained
📋How to Apply:
-Online Application: Visit bit.ly/LittleStars2026-27
📲 Have Questions?
-Visit our webpage at www.eastporter.k12.in.us/page/little-stars-preschool-program
-Contact us at 219-462-8373 for more information!
East Porter County School Corporation is excited to announce that Little Stars Preschool at Morgan Township Elementary is now taking applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Spread the word!
🗓️Key Dates:
-Applications open January 23, 2026
-Applications close February 27, 2026
👧🏻Eligibility:
-Child must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026
-Families must provide transportation to and from school.
-Child must be fully potty-trained
📋How to Apply:
-Online Application: Visit bit.ly/LittleStars2026-27
📲 Have Questions?
-Visit our webpage at www.eastporter.k12.in.us/page/little-stars-preschool-program
-Contact us at 219-462-8373 for more information!
KES pitball tournament. Congratulations to Emmett on his win.
Episode 8 of Inside East Porter is officially live, and we are celebrating the PCC Champion Lady Cherokees! ❤️💛💚
Coach Patz and the team stopped by to give us the inside scoop on their amazing season. 🌟
Hear them discuss:
✅ What makes this team’s bond so unique
✅ Their firsthand perspective on the PCC tournament environment
✅ What it felt like to bring home the title
Grab your headphones and celebrate this big win with us! 🎧
Listen here: 👇
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ax9muMUx8ONhombPT1IQJ?si=ebf8e9e3279246e8
Coach Patz and the team stopped by to give us the inside scoop on their amazing season. 🌟
Hear them discuss:
✅ What makes this team’s bond so unique
✅ Their firsthand perspective on the PCC tournament environment
✅ What it felt like to bring home the title
Grab your headphones and celebrate this big win with us! 🎧
Listen here: 👇
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ax9muMUx8ONhombPT1IQJ?si=ebf8e9e3279246e8
5th grade PG Day
Save the dates for our next elementary art show on location at the Kouts Public Library.
❄️ Snow Make-Up Day Notification ❄️
East Porter families, please note that the February 13th snow make-up day will be held IN PERSON.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.
East Porter families, please note that the February 13th snow make-up day will be held IN PERSON.
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility.
East Porter County Schools are closed today. We will have a good old-fashioned snow day. Make up February 13.
Skate night. Save the Date!
Recess snow time.
Episode 7 of Inside East Porter is officially out! This week, we’re spotlighting the Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC) at Washington Township.
Highlights of this episode: ⭐ Mrs. Mateer discusses the incredible growth of this student leadership group. ⭐ For the second year in a row, our students are preparing to share their experiences with the entire conference! ⭐ Get an inside look at the plans for this year’s big leadership summit.
Our students aren't just playing the game—they're leading it.
Catch the full episode here: 👇
bit.ly/InsideEastPorter7
Highlights of this episode: ⭐ Mrs. Mateer discusses the incredible growth of this student leadership group. ⭐ For the second year in a row, our students are preparing to share their experiences with the entire conference! ⭐ Get an inside look at the plans for this year’s big leadership summit.
Our students aren't just playing the game—they're leading it.
Catch the full episode here: 👇
bit.ly/InsideEastPorter7
Congratulations to Kyrissa on her outstanding effort in reading and math! She is the first student to earn her reading pillow by achieving 20 positive days of praise with Mrs. Dorshorst. 🌟
Attention Kouts Families:
Our internet and phone lines are currently down.
• Kouts Elementary: If you need to contact the school, please call Washington Township Elementary at 219-464-3597, and they will relay your message.
• Kouts Middle/High School: Please call Washington Township Middle/High School at 219-464-3598, and they will relay your message to us.
🎙️ New Podcast & 🎉 Q2 Newsletter: Stay Connected with East Porter!❤️💛💚
We have two exciting ways for you to stay connected with East Porter County Schools today:
1️⃣ The Pulse of East Porter: Q2 Edition! 📰 Our second quarter newsletter is officially here! Don't miss out on all the details regarding district news and student successes. 🔗 Read it here: https://www.eastporter.k12.in.us/article/2624044
2️⃣ Inside East Porter Podcast: Episode 5 is LIVE! 🎙️🏈 With the NFL playoffs starting this weekend, Mr. Kaufman sat down with Mrs. Crystal Lembke to discuss how she is implementing NFeLementary in her classroom!
Hear about the incredible experiences her students are having and how other classes can jump aboard the NFeLementary train! 🚂💨
Click to listen: 👇 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kUbTKoIOZjDUBkPIvt4eP?si=cbcWBBF6SGWJOqs4Xk4fQg
We have two exciting ways for you to stay connected with East Porter County Schools today:
1️⃣ The Pulse of East Porter: Q2 Edition! 📰 Our second quarter newsletter is officially here! Don't miss out on all the details regarding district news and student successes. 🔗 Read it here: https://www.eastporter.k12.in.us/article/2624044
2️⃣ Inside East Porter Podcast: Episode 5 is LIVE! 🎙️🏈 With the NFL playoffs starting this weekend, Mr. Kaufman sat down with Mrs. Crystal Lembke to discuss how she is implementing NFeLementary in her classroom!
Hear about the incredible experiences her students are having and how other classes can jump aboard the NFeLementary train! 🚂💨
Click to listen: 👇 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kUbTKoIOZjDUBkPIvt4eP?si=cbcWBBF6SGWJOqs4Xk4fQg
Save and share the date for our KES Kindergarten round up!
Located in the Kouts Elementary LGI room.
Located in the Kouts Elementary LGI room.
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⏰ Last Day to Share Your Input!
East Porter Community Members — today is the final day to complete our community survey.
Your feedback is essential as the School Board continues discussions about programs, services, and long-term priorities in response to changing financial conditions and student needs.
The survey closes tonight, January 2, 2026.
Please take a few minutes to participate and help guide future planning.
👉 Take the Survey: https://forms.gle/ZAj1k3LBTAb6TXtr9
Thank you for supporting East Porter Schools!
East Porter Community Members — today is the final day to complete our community survey.
Your feedback is essential as the School Board continues discussions about programs, services, and long-term priorities in response to changing financial conditions and student needs.
The survey closes tonight, January 2, 2026.
Please take a few minutes to participate and help guide future planning.
👉 Take the Survey: https://forms.gle/ZAj1k3LBTAb6TXtr9
Thank you for supporting East Porter Schools!
