February 26, 2025
Good afternoon Warren Scholars, Families, and Staff,
We have a couple of important announcements for the week of February 26th.
Way to go Warren! Warren in the News!
I want to take this opportunity to give a #WarrenWill shoutout to several of our student-athletes, performers, and adults who support them! Warren continues its strong tradition in both boys' and girls' wrestling, and this year was no exception! It was a historic season for our girls' wrestling program as they competed for the first time as an IHSAA-sanctioned sport. The team had an outstanding season, with four girls advancing to the state finals! Their story and success were also highlighted in the IndyStar this week, celebrating the growth and recognition of girls' wrestling in Indiana.
Our boys' wrestling program also had an outstanding season. They won their Semi-State and sent six wrestlers to the state championship this past weekend at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The team finished 5th in the state, and Waylon Cressell secured his second consecutive state championship! A huge thank you to our coaches, parents, and staff for their dedication and support of our wrestling programs!
I also want to highlight another exciting program at Warren Central—our girls' flag football team. Under the leadership of Coach Meckenzie Brown, Warren Central, in partnership with the Indianapolis Colts, was among the many Indiana high schools to offer girls' flag football this season! In its inaugural season, the program saw tremendous interest, with over 70 girls trying out. Congratulations to everyone who helped make this incredible opportunity possible! The Warren team was featured in a special video by the Indianapolis Colts, showcasing the excitement and impact of this growing sport.
Congratulations to Creston’s 7th-grade girl’s basketball team for going undefeated and winning the MIC championship. Way to go Cyclones!
Last but certainly not least, Congratulations to the World Guard for their FIRST PLACE finish at the World Guard International (WGI) Indianapolis Regional on Sunday, February 23rd! This is the first time Warren Central has won the Indianapolis Regional since 2007! It has been an outstanding year for our guard!
Kindergarten Kick-Off Registration
Journey to Kindergarten / Kindergarten Open House for the 2025-2026 school year will be held on Monday, March 10th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at each of our 9 Warren elementary schools. This kickoff event provides our newest students and families the opportunity to pre-register for the 2025-2026 school year, take a tour of their new school, meet their teachers, and ask questions about the upcoming school year. Our Warren Early Childhood Center will also have an event this evening from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM for preschool students.
2nd and 3rd Grade IREAD-3
2nd and 3rd grade students across the district will be taking the IREAD-3 assessment from March 3–14. This assessment measures foundational reading skills based on Indiana Academic Standards through 3rd grade. Our students and teachers have been working hard to prepare, and we are confident in their success! Remember to show up, do your best, and demonstrate all that you’ve learned this year. Wishing all of our students the best on IREAD-3!
Have a great rest of your week and thank you for your continued investment and support of Warren students, staff, and schools!
Dr. Tim Hanson, Superintendent of Schools for MSD Warren Township