Dear Westview Families,
As we prepare to welcome students back for another outstanding school year, I want to share an important update regarding a new Indiana law that will impact all students beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
To comply with this new state law, Westview School Corporation will implement a bell-to-bell personal device expectation. From the start of the school day until dismissal, students' personal wireless devices must be powered off, stored away, and inaccessible throughout the instructional day. This expectation is designed to reduce distractions, increase student engagement, and promote meaningful interactions among students and staff.
This expectation applies to all personal electronic devices, including:
*Cell phones
*Smartwatches
*Tablets
*Gaming devices
*Any other personal communication or internet-capable device
One of the most significant changes is that personal devices will no longer be permitted during lunch or passing periods. Please note that this expectation applies only to personal devices and does not include school-issued technology that students use for learning in their classrooms.
Attached to this letter is a graphic that outlines the new bell-to-bell personal device expectations. We encourage you to review it with your child before the start of school. The graphic provides a clear overview of how this new law will be implemented at Westview and answers many of the common questions families may have.
If you need to communicate with your child during the school day, we ask that you contact your child's school office. Our staff will ensure that important messages are delivered promptly. Likewise, if a student needs to contact a parent or guardian during the school day, they may do so through the school office.
As required by Indiana law, exceptions will be made for students whose personal devices are needed for documented medical purposes, safety concerns, translation services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 Plans, or other administrator-approved needs.
Over the past several years, schools across Indiana have seen the positive impact of limiting personal device use during the school day. Students report fewer distractions, stronger relationships with classmates and teachers, and greater engagement in classroom learning. We are confident that these new expectations will further support a safe, focused, and positive learning environment for every Westview student.
Our building administrators and staff have worked together to ensure these expectations are implemented consistently across all Westview schools. Additional building-specific procedures and reminders will be shared with families prior to the first day of school.
Your partnership plays a vital role in the success of this initiative. We appreciate your support in discussing these expectations with your child before school begins. By working together, we can create classrooms where students are fully engaged, connected with one another, and focused on learning.
Thank you for your continued support of Westview School Corporation. We look forward to an exceptional 2026-2027 school year and appreciate your partnership as we continue our tradition of excellence.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jaime Carroll
Superintendent
Westview School Corporation
As we prepare to welcome students back for another outstanding school year, I want to share an important update regarding a new Indiana law that will impact all students beginning with the 2026-2027 school year.
To comply with this new state law, Westview School Corporation will implement a bell-to-bell personal device expectation. From the start of the school day until dismissal, students' personal wireless devices must be powered off, stored away, and inaccessible throughout the instructional day. This expectation is designed to reduce distractions, increase student engagement, and promote meaningful interactions among students and staff.
This expectation applies to all personal electronic devices, including:
*Cell phones
*Smartwatches
*Tablets
*Gaming devices
*Any other personal communication or internet-capable device
One of the most significant changes is that personal devices will no longer be permitted during lunch or passing periods. Please note that this expectation applies only to personal devices and does not include school-issued technology that students use for learning in their classrooms.
Attached to this letter is a graphic that outlines the new bell-to-bell personal device expectations. We encourage you to review it with your child before the start of school. The graphic provides a clear overview of how this new law will be implemented at Westview and answers many of the common questions families may have.
If you need to communicate with your child during the school day, we ask that you contact your child's school office. Our staff will ensure that important messages are delivered promptly. Likewise, if a student needs to contact a parent or guardian during the school day, they may do so through the school office.
As required by Indiana law, exceptions will be made for students whose personal devices are needed for documented medical purposes, safety concerns, translation services, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 Plans, or other administrator-approved needs.
Over the past several years, schools across Indiana have seen the positive impact of limiting personal device use during the school day. Students report fewer distractions, stronger relationships with classmates and teachers, and greater engagement in classroom learning. We are confident that these new expectations will further support a safe, focused, and positive learning environment for every Westview student.
Our building administrators and staff have worked together to ensure these expectations are implemented consistently across all Westview schools. Additional building-specific procedures and reminders will be shared with families prior to the first day of school.
Your partnership plays a vital role in the success of this initiative. We appreciate your support in discussing these expectations with your child before school begins. By working together, we can create classrooms where students are fully engaged, connected with one another, and focused on learning.
Thank you for your continued support of Westview School Corporation. We look forward to an exceptional 2026-2027 school year and appreciate your partnership as we continue our tradition of excellence.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jaime Carroll
Superintendent
Westview School Corporation
One last special thank you to Schrock’s Marine for sponsoring this year‘s frisbee lunch!
Our final day wrapped up with our PTO fun day! We had a bounce house, carnival games and Kona Ice!
We ended the day with a final 4th grade send off!
Topeka celebrated their 4th graders on Thursday with their first 4th grade celebration! Good luck next year at Westview Elementary!
Our Topeka staff would like to wish everyone a good summer break!
Today was the last day of school Topeka Bears! Have a great summer break, we will see you in August!
KA made their own tie dye shirts today!
Kindergarten also took a field trip today as well! They went to the Topeka library and did a library scavenger hunt during the tour of the library and listened to the story Elmer by David McKee, then colored their own colorful elephant to go along with the story. Afterwards they walked to the park, had some popsicles, and spent some time playing!
Today was a busy day at Topeka! To celebrate the end of ILEARN, 3rd grade went to the bowling alley and 4th grade went roller skating!
Save the date!
We'd love to have you join us for our first fall craft festival.... if you'd like to be a vendor, click on the link below!
https://forms.gle/nQSzmtconXYrFymg7
Last Friday, Topeka celebrated their kindergartners with a celebration! Congratulations on (almost) finishing your first year here at TES!
Mrs. Chavis handed out staff awards this afternoon at our staff meeting! Staff members voted for eachother for these fun awards!
1st graders, 2nd graders and 3rd graders celebrated quarter 4 awards yesterday! Student council did a great job running the awards ceremony again!
The ARK Animal Sanctuary came to visit the 1st graders. The 1st graders presented them a check for $329.35. They made and sold cookies each month to help raise money for the ARK!
Following the picnic was our staff vs 4th grade kickball game! Each team took home a win, with the 4th graders winning game 1 and the staff winning game 2! Great job to everyone!
Today was our annual Topeka picnic! The weather was perfect for students and their families to eat lunch and play at recess! Thanks to our cafeteria and office staff for a great day!
Tomorrow begins our 10 day countdown to the last day of school! First up- Topeka spirit wear!
3rd grade also had a busy day today! This morning they walked to the Topeka Historical Society where they got to see neat artifacts and hear more about Topeka's history. Later in the afternoon, they had their annual egg drop-- such creative contraptions!
Mr. Parks's class hosted a 'reading cafe' for families, students and staff today!
