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School Board Meeting Recognitions — June 22, 2026

At the Penn-Harris-Madison Board of School Trustees meeting held Monday, June 22, 2026, we had a number of people recognized for their accomplishments: ...
Schmucker Middle School Staff Bike 153 Miles to Deliver Riley Hospital Donation Check

Schmucker Middle School Teacher Bikes 153 Miles to Deliver Riley Hospital Donation Check

After two days and 153 miles on the road, Schmucker Middle School Teacher LA High arrived at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis with a special delivery: a donation raised by the Schmucker school community throughout the school year. The 2025 P-H-M Secondary Teacher of the Year was joined on the trip by friends and supporters. They biked from Mishawaka to Riley Hospital in Indianapolis ...
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Class of 2026 Commencement Photos Now Live!

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 ! It is our pleasure to provide photos of some of your most memorable times as a senior of Penn High School—from Pennstock 2025 (when you were juniors) to Commencement. The District Communications Department partnered with Penn High School staff and students to provide these candid photos for FREE to our graduates and families. While we try to capture ...
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Penn Class of 2026 Career Signing Day

Penn High School celebrated students taking the next step toward their futures today with two Signing Day events recognizing members of the Class of 2026 pursuing careers in education and the skilled trades. Click to see the full photo gallery in the Class of 2026 Photo Poral: https://phmexcellence.com/PhotosClassof2026 This morning, Penn hosted its third annual Teacher Signing Day, a tradition that began with the Class ...
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Penn’s Mr. Michael Coffee Wins Jeneane Arter Excellence in Teaching Award

Penn High School AP Literature Teacher Michael Coffee was surprised in his classroom this afternoon (Tuesday, May 26) with the Jeneane Arter Excellence in Teaching Award, recognizing his lasting impact on students and their educational experiences. Known for his passion for literature and his commitment to students, Mr. Coffee’s classroom goes beyond the basics of course requirements. Students say his lessons challenge them to think ...