Partnership Paper 4/15/2024, 12:33pm

Muncie Southside’s robotics team fosters STEM learning

After a school day ends at Muncie Southside Middle School, most students return home, but a select few enter Brian DeRome’s classroom to learn about robotics.They wander in to the white-covered brick classroom, with chatty conversation about homework assignments and the upcoming practice. 

Partnership Paper 4/13/2024, 10:00am

Building a foundation for the future: Becoming a teacher in the classrooms I was in as a student

I have been teaching in the Muncie School District for two years now at East Washington Academy (EWA). I student taught first grade here with my mentor teacher Michelle Bergren. It was such a joy after student teaching to be selected as a first-grade teacher. 

MCS Partnership Project 4/11/2024, 8:00am

‘I Bleed Purple:' Standing at 96 years old, the Muncie Fieldhouse has made a lasting impact on the entire state of Indiana

12 people from the past and present reflect on their memories of the historic Muncie Fieldhouse. Nearing its 100th birthday, the Muncie Fieldhouse continues to be celebrated by community members, alumni and current players or staff.

3/13/2024, 9:25am

Muncie Community Schools Director of Public Education and CEO Dr. Lee Ann Kwiatkowski to retire at end of school year

Kwiatkowski will be succeeded by Charles Reynolds, MCS’ associate superintendent

High School Basketball 2/2/2024, 8:03am

Muncie Central boys basketball snaps seven-game losing streak with chaotic victory against Marion

Despite gameplay suspended for 20 minutes after a court-clearing brawl, Muncie Central won its first game of 2024 with a victory against North Central Conference foe Marion. Muncie Central will remain at home for its next game to take on Pendleton Heights (9-10) Feb 6 at 7:30 p.m.

High School Football 10/18/2023, 8:00am

Leo Boyd: a look into the development of the Muncie Central quarterback and the man under the helmet

For some, sports are just a game, but for others, there is a much deeper meaning to why they play. Muncie Central quarterback Leo Boyd is one who has deeper motivation and inspiration to play the game.

MCS Partnership Project 4/19/2023, 9:59am

Muncie Community School’s annual Academic Innovation Summit brings national education leaders to Muncie

The Academic Innovation Summit, a day-long conference where speakers from across Ball State University and the country come to speak to MCS educators to help promote student success, has helped bring about collaboration and development to the district.

MCS Partnership Project 4/18/2023, 9:59am

Grant worth more than $1.3 million to revitalize civics education in Muncie Community Schools and beyond

CREATE project partnership with Ball State professors and Muncie Community Schools seeks to make Muncie a “civics capital” for Delaware County, the State of Indiana, and beyond.

MCS Partnership Project 4/16/2023, 10:00am

Letters to the Editor: Muncie Community Schools educators speak on partnership

Partnership Project 4/13/2023, 5:59am

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Why we do the Muncie Community Schools Partnership Project

As the Ball State Daily News releases its annual Muncie Community Schools Partnership Project paper, the editor in-chief took some time to explain its purpose. 

Local School Meals 2/2/2023, 9:59am

Most meals in Delaware County’s schools are no longer free, adding an extra stress on families

Though only one public school corporation in Delaware County’s meals are free to all students after the pandemic, the economic climate still makes it necessary for some families. Two parents of children in the Delaware Community School Corporation explain why there may always be a need for free meals in public schools.

Board of Trustees 9/30/2022, 10:41pm

Board of Trustees discusses first-year enrollment as David Letterman makes surprise appearance

Jim McAtee, Executive Director for Career and Professional Development for Indiana Connection Lounge and Experience, was just beginning his presentation when David Letterman walked into the meeting.

Computer Science 9/29/2022, 9:59am

From Social Work to Computer Work

Though Dave Largent initially secured a social work major in college, he has made a career out of computer science. Largent won the 2022 Ball State University Most Outstanding Faculty Award due to his work for the university and with local K-12 schools.

Day of Action 9/8/2022, 8:59am

A Helping Hand

Ball State’s Office of Community Engagement holds its annual Day of Action Friday, Sept. 9, to help Delaware and surrounding counties with providing basic necessities. 

School Safety 8/29/2022, 8:59am

Safety in the Schoolyard

With August comes a new school year, and schools in Muncie are or will soon be filled with students of all ages, in cafeterias, at bus stops and in school hallways. Families may ask for bus drop-off and pick up times and how the cafeteria works, but they may also ask – ‘will my loved one be safe?’

MCS Project 8/25/2022, 12:59pm

Ball State University awarded $1.3 million grant for Civics Education in Muncie Community Schools

A grant worth more than $1.3 million over a three-year span has been awarded to Ball State University from the United States Department of Education August 25. Ball State, along with Muncie Community Schools (MCS) aims to use this grant in its project, Civic Renewal through Education for Agency (CREATE). 

Muncie Community Schools 8/8/2022, 5:58pm

Muncie Community Schools announce Teachers of the Year for 2021-22

As announced August 8, 2022, Kira Zick and Kim Kowalski have been selected as Muncie Community Schools’ (MCS) primary and secondary Teachers of the Year, respectively, for the 2021-22 school year. 

Muncie Community Schools 7/12/2022, 5:58pm

Muncie Community Schools granted large funds from the Indiana Department of Education

June 11 it was announced that Muncie Community Schools (MCS) received $234,265 in funding from the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) to expand students’ exposure to high-demand career opportunities.

Muncie Community Schools 6/16/2022, 10:00am

Muncie Community Schools Board of Trustees announce five administrative positions have been filled, including two new principals

June 14, 2022, the Muncie Community Schools (MCS) Board of Trustees announced two new principals, two new assistant principals and one new teacher and director of English Learners are set to join the district during their regularly scheduled meeting.