FRIDAY
FIVE

October 24, 2025

TONIGHT!

1. Celebrating
Principals

Thank you to building leaders who inspire every learner, every staff member, every day.

October is National Principals Month, a time to recognize the dedicated leaders who guide our schools with vision, care, and an unwavering focus on students. ZCS principals lead by example, creating environments where staff feel supported, families feel connected, and students are known and valued.

Thank you to our principals for the countless ways you lead, listen, and inspire learning across our district.

Our Principals

Zionsville Community Schools

Tom Hundley

Boone Meadow Elementary School

Andrew Foreman

Eagle Elementary School

Dr. Stacy Smith

Pleasant View Elementary School

Connie Largent

Stonegate Elementary School

Jen Raycroft

Trailside Elementary School

Erin Kay

Union Elementary School

Mitzi Macaluso

Zionsville Middle School

Dr. Shawn Wooden

Zionsville West Middle School

Karen McDaniel

Zionsville Community High School

2. From CLP
to Geology

ZCHS graduate returns to inspire students’ exploration of careers

Noah Valentine, a 2023 ZCHS graduate, visited the Customized Learning Program (CLP) to share his college and career journey. Now a senior at Grand Valley University studying geology, Noah spoke about his field of study, future plans, and how an exploratory class can change a career path.

Students were interested in how researching rocks has taken him across the country and in his reflections on the importance of strong mentorship.

Noah connected the CLP visits to Marian University’s Ecolab to his current work as a geologist studying climate change and the impact of human consumption on natural resources.

3.
Eagle Elementary School Celebrates Cultures

Families share food, music, and traditions at Culture Night

Eagle Elementary School came alive with vibrant colors, flavor, and community spirit during their Culture Night celebration. Families transformed the space into a global showcase, sharing foods, artifacts, music, and traditions that represent their heritage. Students and guests explored displays, sampled international dishes, and learned about the many cultures that make up the Eagle Elementary School community.

4. Voices of ZCS
Allison Spillman

A life in literacy, legacy, and belonging

The story of Stonegate Elementary literacy coach Allison Spillman is one of family, learning, and lasting connection. From her roots as the daughter of two educators to her impact on young readers and teachers today, Allison’s journey reflects the heart of our ZCS community.

Read her full Voices of ZCS feature and enjoy a special video conversation with ZCS Superintendent Dr. Rebecca Coffman tucked inside.

Read Full Story and Watch Video Here

5. College and Career Awareness Week
Inspires Future Dreams

Stonegate students explore pathways to success

Stonegate Elementary School students and staff celebrated College and Career Awareness with an exciting Spirit Week. Each day featured a special theme to help students dream big about their futures. They started by Following Their Dreams in cozy pajamas, showed that their Future Starts Here by wearing ZCS gear, and Dressed for Success by coming to school as what they want to be when they grow up. Students also had fun Learning by Day and Dreaming by Night by wearing bright colors or all black, and wrapped up the week by sporting their favorite college attire.

Throughout the month, students will continue exploring a world of possibilities, learning about different careers, key employability skills, post-secondary education options, and ways they can start preparing for their future success today.