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“Where everyone is inspired and challenged to excel.”
Photo - Dr. Minnick

Message from Principal Minnick

My name is Dr. Michael Minnick and it is my privilege to serve this community as the principal of the Indiana Junior High School.  As a school leader, I consider my #1 most worthwhile work being that of the facilitator of a safe school environment for all students and stakeholders.  A very close #2 is the work we are called to do in the name of teaching and learning.  To me, the importance of providing our children with timely, engaging, and relevant learning experiences is the most important work one can choose, next to parenting.  It is important for me to express how much I truly care about all of the people we are called to serve.  Beginning with our students, we strive to inspire every student to find their individual strength and passion so that they are inspired, prepared, and supported to pursue their dreams.  I want to express my appreciation for our families, community members, and the dynamic team we have at the Junior High School. Our partnership and commitment to our students’ future will carry us as we continue to rise above every challenge and continue to evolve as an education system.  I look forward to meeting and working with you as we share the journey of preparing our children for the future!

In the News

2023-24 Pre-K Registration Ad

2023-24 Pre-K Registration!

Registration for our 2023-24 Pre-K Counts Program is now open for Indiana Area students ages 3-4. Please follow the link to visit our website for more information.
Girl Scouts Flier

You're invited to meet new friends!

Everything a Girl Scout does is based on
finding her people, discovering her joy,
knowing her power, building community,
and living her best life.
Come and see!
Alliance Church
2510 Warren Road, Indiana, PA 15701
Sunday, April 23, 2023 – 2:00 – 4:00 pm
2023-24 Kindergarten Registration Ad

2023-24 Kindergarten Registration is now Open!

Kindergarten Registration for Indiana School District residents is now open for the 2023-24 school year. Children must be age 5 by August 31 2023 to be registered. Click the link to complete the registration packet. Once completed, our schools will contact you to set up a registration meeting so we can welcome your student to the Indiana Area School District!
Indiana Outdoor School Programs

Collaborative Project Between Local Farmers and Educators

The Indiana Outdoor School is a collaborative project between local farmers and educators at Nature Works Farm​ and Mother Earth Farm in Indiana County, Pennsylvania.
The Indiana Outdoor School is committed to regrounding the community by:
Connecting children with nature and farm experiences
Inspiring the community on the wonders of the natural world
Modeling responsible care of the earth
Presenting sustainable food systems
Encouraging imaginative play & exploration
Discovering the possibility that we can change the world (through empowering youth)
Creating a space and opportunity to practice kindness to all living things

Free Cyber Security Summer Camp!

The IUP Institute for Cybersecurity is proud to present the 8th annual GenCyber Student Camp in the Summer of 2023. Please follow the link for details!
Free and reduced lunch applications

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications

Please read the article to learn more about the ending of the free lunch waiver program decision made by Congress and what you can do to apply for free/reduced breakfast/lunch options.

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