Students showed off their creative costumes as they made their way through the school, enjoyed a little candy along the way, and shared in the excitement with their classmates and staff. It was a fun opportunity for everyone to come together, enjoy the Halloween spirit, and make some great memories. A big thank-you to the Wayne Center staff for helping provide such a fun and memorable day for the students.
East Noble SRO Officer Beall and his K9 companion, Frodo, stopped by to remind students about Halloween safety ahead of tomorrow's festivities, followed by an afternoon Trunk-or-Treat filled with creative displays and plenty of treats. Thank you to the local businesses, organizations, East Noble staff, and everyone who helped make the day a special experience for our students.
Throughout the day, staff and students were invited to stop by, cast their votes, and even sample some of the delicious creations to help decide which group came out on top. It was a great opportunity for students to showcase their creativity, have some fun, and share their hard work with the East Noble community.
South Side Elementary School was filled with Halloween excitement this morning as students dressed up in their favorite costumes for the school's Halloween Parade!
Students made their way throughout the school, showing off their creative costumes to fellow classmates and staff while stopping at different stations to collect a little Halloween candy along the way. It was a fun-filled morning of Halloween festivities and a great way to celebrate the season together.
Staff members welcomed students with free donuts in a variety of flavors, including chocolate, vanilla, and pumpkin, giving everyone a sweet start to the day. Students also showcased their creativity by decorating pumpkins as part of the Sources of Strength program, which encourages them to recognize and build upon the positive supports in their lives. Through eight key areas: Mentors, Family Support, Healthy Activities, Spirituality, Generosity, Physical Health, Mental Health, and Positive Friends. Sources of Strength reminds students of the people, activities, and resources they can turn to during challenging times.
Students proudly showed off their Halloween looks throughout the halls to their classmates and enjoyed a little candy along the way. A big thank-you to the Avilla Elementary PTO and Avilla staff for making this a fun and memorable morning for students as they get ready for Halloween weekend.
Students in Amanda Jansen’s class presented the first drafts of their business projects, sharing their initial ideas and plans with guest judges who offered thoughtful questions, constructive feedback, and suggestions to help them think critically about their next steps. As they continue refining and redesigning their business plans, students are gaining valuable experience in entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and turning ideas into possibilities.
Students, families, and staff came together for a fun-filled evening, making their way through colorful stations spread across the school grounds. A special thank-you to the staff, volunteers, Student Council, East Noble Middle School National Honor Society, and City of Kendallville Fire Department for helping make it such a wonderful night for Wayne Center students and families!
Every veteran has a story worth honoring.
East Noble Middle School is looking forward to recognizing the brave men and women who have served or continue to serve our country. On Wednesday, November 11th, at 1:45 PM, the school will host a special Veterans Day program in the main gym, inviting veterans who are family members or friends of our students and staff to attend and be recognized. The public is also welcome to attend this school-wide celebration as our students express their gratitude for the service, devotion, and sacrifices of our nation's veterans.
To help make this occasion special, we ask that veterans who plan to attend in person provide their names through the Google Form linked below. All individuals who have served or are currently serving in any branch of the Armed Forces are welcome to be recognized.
As part of the program, East Noble Middle School would also like to honor veterans, both living and deceased, through a special presentation. Families wishing to recognize a veteran are encouraged to complete the Google Form provided, including a photograph of their veteran in uniform or other military attire. We kindly ask that all submissions be completed by Friday, October 30th, to allow time to prepare this meaningful tribute.
Together, let's honor their service, celebrate their courage, and ensure their stories are remembered.
Click here to fill out the Veterans Day 2026 form.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21st, students will be celebrating Indiana Great Apple Crunch Day! During lunch, students will get to enjoy fresh, locally grown apples from an orchard right here in our area while celebrating the importance of healthy eating and supporting local growers.
This statewide initiative is organized by the Indiana Department of Education, Purdue Extension, and Indiana Grown - Indiana Grown for Schools Network to encourage students to enjoy fresh, nutritious foods while learning more about where their food comes from.
Families can join in on the fun, too! Check out the link provided below for delicious apple recipes to enjoy at home
Click here for apple recipes and local procurement.
From our five elementary schools, Avilla Elementary School, North Side Elementary, Rome City Elementary, South Side Elementary, and Wayne Center Elementary School. To East Noble Middle School, East Noble High School, and East Noble Academy, each one plays an important role in making their school and buildings a place where students and staff can thrive.
Your leadership reaches far beyond the school day. Through your guidance, encouragement, and commitment to students, staff, and families, you help create school communities where people feel valued and supported. Thank you for the countless ways you make a difference, the challenges you navigate, and the care you bring to your work every day. East Noble is a better place because of the leadership you provide, and we are grateful for all you do!
National School Bus Safety Week is October 19th–23rd, and it’s a great opportunity to recognize the importance of keeping students safe on and around the school bus. This is a shared responsibility, and we encourage students, families, educators, and motorists to do their part in helping ensure safe journeys to and from school each day.
Thank you to our East Noble Transportation team for the important role you play in getting our Avilla Elementary School, North Side Elementary, Rome City Elementary, South Side Elementary, Wayne Center Elementary School, East Noble Middle School, East Noble High School and East Noble Academy students where they need to be, safely and reliably!
Want to learn more about National School Bus Safety Week? Read the article from the National Association for Pupil Transportation to learn more about this important week. Click here to read the article.
We hope everyone enjoyed the fun and creative meals served throughout the week! A big thank-you to the incredible Food Service staff across all our schools for the time, care and effort they put into making National School Lunch Week such a memorable experience for our students.
Students and staff enjoyed a special performance, and a few volunteers even got to join in on the fun. We hope the visit has students excited to keep singing, dancing, and discovering their talents at the upcoming show choir camp in November.
Our Trailblazers made it another amazing day of “Cafeteria Circus” celebrations, with one more day of carnival-inspired fun still to come across all EN schools!
Students were greeted with plenty of circus spirit as they headed to lunch and picked their favorite between Clown Car Corn Dogs and Circus Crunch Pork Tenderloin, along with many great side options.
With a new school stop and more circus-inspired favorites each day, National School Lunch Week is making lunchtime an extra special part of the school day!
