Thank you, Mrs. Willis, for encouraging our students to show off their talents! We listened to songs, jokes, drums, animal sounds, and created music. We witnessed skills in gymnastics, the bo staff, and board breaking. It was a fabulous morning with so much talent! #bearcatpride #youarelovedatJSE
4 days ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
bff
karate
acro
jokes
Congratulations to our WHS Academic English team finished runner-up in the state, and our science team finished first in all the land! We are so very proud of our Beatcats! Thank you to Mr. Kenning and Mr. Martin for their teaching, guidance, dedication, and leadership!
5 days ago, UTSC
students
students
students
Our fifth graders had fun trying out instruments for band next year! Thank you Mr. Miller and Quinlan & Fabish for making this possible. If your child would like to join band, email Mr. Miller at kmmiller@union.k12.in.us or join him Monday for instrument night at UTMS from 3-5pm.
8 days ago, Kendra Willis
clarinet
trumpet
trombone
flute
trombone
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clarinet
trombone
To Our Amazing UTSC Teachers , Thank you for your unwavering dedication, patience, and passion. You go above and beyond every day to help students grow—not just academically, but as people. Your creativity, kindness, and commitment do not go unnoticed. We are incredibly grateful for the countless ways you make a difference in our children’s lives and in our community. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
13 days ago, UTSC
Happy Teacher Appreciation!
PCES Parent Advisory Council Invites You! June 4th, 6-7:30PM
17 days ago, UTSC
PCES Parent Advisory Council Invites You!
Today and every day, we are grateful for the incredible principals of Bearcat Nation! Mrs. Klein, Mrs. Hankins, Mr. Ells, Mr. Kruszka, and Mr. Klimzcak—along with their dedicated teams— create welcoming, supportive school communities where our students can learn, grow, and thrive. Thank you for all that you do!
17 days ago, UTSC
Principal
Principal
A special night at the softball field as we honored the incredible educators who’ve made a lasting impact on our players’ lives! Last week, each Bearcat invited a teacher who has shaped their journey to join us for Teacher Appreciation Night—and presented them with a jersey to proudly wear. Tonight, our educators showed off their skills by throwing out the first pitch! We’re so grateful for the dedication, inspiration, and heart our educators bring every day. Thank you for being such an important part of our students’ lives—on and off the field. #BearcatPride
18 days ago, Rylee Kruck
softball
softball
Mrs. Koch's class had their Kindergarten Koffeehouse Friday. Each student went up to showcase their skills & talents to parents. Thank you, Mrs. Koch, for showcasing students, inspiring creativity, & providing a safe space to be brave! #BearcatPride #youarelovedatJSE
22 days ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
Kindergarten Koffeehouse
Mrs. Melton's kindergarten class are published authors! They have been working on researching animals, writing drafts and editing, creating illustrations, and finally publishing their class book! #BearcatPride #youarelovedatJSE
23 days ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
published authors
Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day to our Bus Driver's and Aides! Thank you for safely carrying our most precious cargo each and every day. You keep things rolling—rain or shine—with a steady hand and a kind heart. You’re wheel-y awesome, and we appreciate everything you do!
26 days ago, UTSC
BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION
UTSC Announces Transfer Openings for the 2025-2026 school year! The application and more information are availble on the front page of school websites. Please spread the news!
about 1 month ago, UTSC
NEWS
JSE does not have access to phones or Internet due to a router out from our provider. Central Office and Technology are aware and helping get everything running again. Please email cminton@union.k12.in.us or khankins@union.k12.in.us if you need to reach us.
about 1 month ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
It's Kindergarten Round Up Week! Stop in the JSE office this week from 10am-2pm or Thursday evening from 5:30-6:30pm to complete paperwork. Call the office at 219-759-2508 or email cminton@union.k12.in.us to set up your child's screening for Friday, April 11 from 10-11am or Friday, April 25 from 1-2pm.
about 1 month ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
Kindergarten Registration
UTSC Athletics first annual community egg hunt! Thank you to our Athletic Department Staff, teams, cheerleaders, and HangBanners Booster Club!
about 1 month ago, UTSC
egg hunt
egg hunt
egg hunt
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egg hunt
The Easter Egg hunt will be outside! Hop on over and search for eggs this morning!
about 1 month ago, Rylee Kruck
Easter
What a wonderful evening showcasing artwork from every student at UCE and JSE! Thank you to our volunteers and to Mr.Dickey for his love of teaching Art and his love for highlighting our kids! He made this possible! #BearcatPride #BearcatNation
about 1 month ago, UTSC
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
art show
April is Autism Awareness Month and today is World Autism Day. At JSE we love and support our neurodiverse students. We learn to not only accept, but be aware of their individual needs. It's so great learning from each other! #BearcatPride #youarelovedatJSE
about 2 months ago, John Simatovich Elementary School
world autism day
Purchase your pass in advance to hunt for Easter Egg's this Saturday! We will have hundred's of eggs, prizes, and more fun giveaways with a few special guests! 🐰🐻🐣 *We will announce via the Wheeler Athletics FB page on Saturday morning whether this event will be held indoors or outdoors. Link to Purchase Pass ($5 per egg hunter) https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=119453
about 2 months ago, Rylee Kruck
easter
Mrs. Willis and our JSE music students were sliding into Spring Break by turning the music room into a skating rink! Thank you JSE PTO for donating paper plates for our movement in music activity!
about 2 months ago, Kendra Willis
Paper Plate Percussion
So fun!
Fun for all
Dancing
Skating
Our Creations
Decorating Plates
Skip the cooking, support the Bearcats! Grab Chick-fil-A Merrillville (2385 Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN)! on April 9th and support Wheeler Bearcat Athletics! A portion of all proceeds will be donated back to our teams—so you can enjoy a delicious meal AND give back!🐾 Mark your calendars and make it a Bearcat Night Out! #eatmorechikin #BearcatPride
2 months ago, Rylee Kruck
Give Back Night