Safety is a matter that Triton school officials take seriously year-round.
That’s according to Superintendent Jeremy Riffle who noted that while it is important to recognize when major events occur and take them seriously, that can’t be the only time that officials are working to address safety matters.
Triton school board members had a chance to discuss some preliminary information about ISTEP and IREAD test scores when they met on Monday. Continue reading
Approximately 625 kindergarten and first-grade students from Plymouth, Culver, Triton, and Bremen schools had a chance to explore a college campus yesterday thanks to Marshall County Promise. Continue reading
Therapy dogs from the Plymouth Veterinary Clinic Pals Program recently paid a visit to Triton Junior/Senior High School.
The pets have visited Triton students before, but this was the first time this school year. Continue reading
After ridding the bus garage of obsolete parts, the Triton School Corporation received more than $700 from the sale of the unneeded items.
Superintendent Jeremy Riffle explained that a new transportation mechanic was recently hired. He went through the garage to clear up some space and make the area more efficient. Continue reading
Triton School Board members took a big step with their bond project by approving quotes for HVAC installation, roof repairs and auxiliary gym construction at their meeting on Monday. Continue reading
An unforeseen problem at Triton Schools resulted in a generous offer from another local school corporation and an opportunity to highlight dedicated members of the community.
As previously reported, the Triton Jr./Sr. high school gymnasium was flooded due to a pipe bursting. Triton Superintendent Jeremy Riffle said that Plymouth Superintendent Andy Hartley has graciously agreed to let Triton utilize Plymouth facilities for the time being.
As a way to counteract the negative stigma of school rivalries and schools competing for enrollment numbers, Riffle highlighted some individuals with multiple community connections. Continue reading
Last week, Triton School Corporation officials held a pre-bid meeting over the school’s construction projects that are being tackled this year.
Before her retirement, Donna Burroughs said the preliminary stages of the project were complete and the construction phase would start soon. She also mentioned that the proposed renovations are estimated to cost over $2 million.
Superintendent Jeremy Riffle talked about the additions and repairs that will be made at both school buildings, “We’re doing an HVAC system at the elementary school and at the high school removing the roof and putting a new roof on and then we’re building an auxiliary gym.” Continue reading
Triton School Board members received a review of the 2016-2017 school year from Superintendent Donna Burroughs during a meeting Tuesday night.
Burroughs explained that with the annual “scorecard presentation” she provides some information about academics, attendance and some additional scholastic details from the school year.
During their meeting Monday evening, the Triton School Board established a shooting club for Triton High School and approved a club sponsor. The club sponsor will be Ryan Meister, who has served as a coach for Triton in the past and is the owner of the ‘Back 40 Sporting Clays’ shooting range in Bourbon.
Superintendent Donna Burroughs said a number of students already participate in shooting sports in 4-H so there is an apparent interest in a club of this kind. She explained that target shooting competitions are a growing trend around the country. Continue reading
Triton Community Schools are starting the year off with some extra money thanks to a recent successful fundraiser as well as a beneficial new partnership with Kosciusko Community Hospital. Continue reading
