SCHOOL BOARD
MEETING

Multiple ZCS Robotics teams compete at state; ZCHS team headed to Worlds in Dallas, Texas

ZCS ROBOTICS

Representatives from the elementary, middle, and high school coaching staffs shared about the ZCS K12 Robotics Program. Each coach shared about their respective programs. Additionally, three high school students talked about their individual and team experiences in robotics.

While the program is competitive with teams claiming tournament victories and a variety of judged awards, its primary focus remains on the educational experience.

Coaches explained that while building and driving robots are key positions within the team, there are additional skills and functions that help students going to college or entering the workforce.

The K12 robotics programs have experienced incredible growth with record-high participation during the 2023-2024 season. The elementary schools had 19 teams this season, while the middle schools collectively fielded 17 teams and the high school had six teams who participated in 12 tournaments throughout this season.

Multiple teams represented ZCS at the state championship tournament, with one team qualified for the upcoming VEX Robotics World Competition in Dallas, Texas.

Thank you to the coaches and students who attended the board meeting.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT SERVICES MAGGIE IOANNACCI NAMED CHAUCIE'S CHAMPION

The Indiana Center for Prevention of Youth Abuse and Suicide (ICPYAS), formerly known as Chaucie’s Place, recently announced ZCS Director of Student Services Maggie Ioannacci as the 2024 Chaucie’s Champion.

This prestigious award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to prevention education, making a lasting impact on the community.

Mrs. Ioannacci will be recognized at a breakfast reception later this month.

ZCHS AFTER-PROM COMMUNITY PREVIEW

The community preview of the Zionsville Community High School (ZCHS) After Prom is this weekend - April 20th from
6-8 p.m.

PROPERTY TRANSFER APPROVED

A retired ZCS school bus was approved for transfer to the Zionsville Fire Department (ZFD) for training purposes.

OLD BUSINESS

Board members approved the student handbooks after a second reading.

NEW BUSINESS

Board members approved the adoption of the elementary literacy instructional materials. Wit and Wisdom was selected after being reviewed by parents, teachers, administrators, and literacy coaches and in consultation with researchers in the field of the science of reading. ZCS is excited to offer teachers professional development in implementing this program with students starting in August 2024. 

The ZCS Board also approved the supplementary lessons for human sexuality instruction. Parents will have the opportunity to opt-out their student if they so choose via InfoSnap during the registration process.

Lastly, a lighting bid was approved for the athletic fields at 875.

The next board meeting will be held on May 13th at 6 p.m. in the Educational Services Center (ESC) Board Room.

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