🎉 We’ve been nominated! 🎉

Franklin Township Community School Corporation and Wanamaker Early Learning Center have been nominated in the 2026 Community Choice Awards – Best Things Indy! 💙⚡

This marks the first year FTCSC as a whole has been nominated, while WELC has proudly been a finalist for the past three years! 🏆 Now, we need your help to get them both there!

🗳️ Vote DAILY and help support our Flashes!
https://yourchoiceawards.com/indianapolis/

Thank you for continuing to support our schools and the incredible people who make FTCSC such a special community!

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about 2 months ago, FTCSC
Vote for FT and Welc best of indy
Our second grade Bulldogs had a pretty unforgettable day downtown!

Miss Burris, Mrs. Kiel, and Miss Schrump’s classes headed to the Fire Museum for a day full of important fire safety lessons, hands-on learning, and a little bit of Survive Alive action!

Students got to practice what to do in the event of a fire through the Survive Alive simulation—and our awesome parent volunteers even joined in on the action!

From fire safety to emergency preparedness, our second graders learned some seriously important skills…all while having a pretty great time doing it! 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
Miss Schrump and her class smiling standing in front of the Fire Safety museum downtown
students listening to a presenter during their field trip
students listening to a presenter during their field trip in a kitchen
Miss Burris' class smiling all together outside of the fire safety museum downtown
presenter talking to a student with her arm around his back explaining something to him
student looking at something she is holding with a parent chaperone helping her
Mrs. Kiel's class smiling together outside of the fire safety museum downtown
two students crouched down by a door practicing techniques they learned for fire safety
parent chaperones crawling on the floor to practice fire safety
students listening to presenter during their field trip
Next Friday, September 18, let’s turn Franklin Township BLUE! 💙 Wear your Flashes blue, show your school spirit, and share your photos with us using #FTCSCBLUEFRIDAY. 📸

From our youngest Flashes to our staff and community, let’s show everyone what it means to be the Flashes! 💙⚡

Then, keep the Homecoming spirit going and join us Friday night for the Homecoming game! 🏈 Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=195838

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about 2 months ago, FTCSC
Homecoming Spirit Day September 18th
Some of the most meaningful moments at Bunker Hill happen in the everyday.

A staff member sitting beside a student. Working through a challenge together. Offering encouragement. Celebrating a success. Sharing a laugh. Giving a little extra time and attention when it’s needed.

These moments happen every single day at Bunker Hill. They may not always be part of the lesson plan, but they are an important part of learning. Through the everyday interactions, conversations, encouragement, and support, meaningful connections are built—and those connections can make a lasting difference.

We are so grateful for the people who make these moments matter. Because sometimes, the little things are the things students remember most. 💙🐾

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
teacher working with a student on the floor with coloring sheets and crayons
teacher working with 7 students at a table with dry erase boards
teacher working one on one with a student at a table with manipulatives
Mrs. Gorske taking a selfie with her class in the hallway
student working with a teacher one on one at a table with flashcards
student witting at a table with a teacher working on a worksheet
There’s something pretty special about seeing our Bulldogs completely focused and engaged in their learning!

Whether they’re reading, writing, solving a tricky problem, or working through something new, every student is building skills, growing their confidence, and putting in the effort to do their Bulldog Best!

We’re proud of the learning happening all around The Hill each and every day! 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
student holding up their completed worksheet smiling
student sitting at a table working on a worksheet smiling at the camera
student sitting at a desk smiling for a photo while doing a worksheet
student sitting in a cozy chair doing a worksheet on a clipboard smiling for the photo
student sitting at a table working on a worksheet holding a pencil
student sitting at a table working on a worksheet and smiling for the photo
student working at their desk smiling while doing a worksheet
student working on a worksheet at her desk holding a pencil
📚 Happy National Read a Book Day! 📖
Today, we’re celebrating the joy of reading and the incredible places a good book can take us. Grab a book, find a cozy spot, and enjoy getting lost in a great story!

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about 2 months ago, FTCSC
National Read a Book Day September 6th
In observance of Labor Day, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our incredible staff and community members who make a difference each and every day. 💙 We hope our Flashes families enjoy a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved long weekend! Happy Labor Day!

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about 2 months ago, FTCSC
Labor Day Weekend, classes resume September 8th
Happy Friday, Bulldogs! 💙🐾

Friday is looking pretty good around here! We’re filling the day with learning, laughter, and plenty of Bulldog smiles. We hope our Bulldogs and their families have a fantastic Friday and a wonderful weekend ahead!

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
4 teachers takinga selfie with two students smiling together
Ready, set, MOVE!

Our third graders were busy moving, balancing, navigating, and working together during PE with Miss Schiffli yesterday! From one activity to the next, students were putting their listening skills, coordination, and teamwork to the test—all while having a whole lot of fun.

Now this is what learning in motion looks like! 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
students throwing bean bags into hula hoops during PE class
students throwing bean bags into hula hoops during PE class
students throwing bean bags into hula hoops during PE class
students throwing bean bags into hula hoops during PE class
Talk about doing your Bulldog Best!

Mrs. Gorske’s first graders were caught showing off some serious hallway skills—walking quietly, safely, and in two straight lines all the way back from lunch!

And while you’re admiring their awesome line-up, take a look at all those blue heart stickers! We think there’s a whole lot of Bulldog pride making its way down that hallway!

Way to go, first graders! Keep showing us what it looks like to do your Bulldog Best! 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
class of first graders standing in two lines in the hallway on their way back from lunch
☕ Join us for another round of Coffee Chats with Superintendent Dr. Chase Huotari!
We invite you to join the conversation over coffee as Dr. Huotari shares district updates and answers your questions.
Please take a moment to RSVP and let us know the topics or questions you'd like Dr. Huotari to cover. Your input helps make these conversations meaningful for everyone.
RSVP Here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeVnq5TjQ8OQh.../viewform
Can't make this session? No worries! We'll be hosting additional Coffee Chats at Milk & Honey Coffeehouse throughout the year, and we'd love to see you at a future event.
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about 2 months ago, FTCSC
Superintendent Coffee Chats
Spelling practice, but make it FUN!

Our students love finding creative ways to practice their spelling words! From writing with chalk on the sidewalk to writing words in shaving cream, they’re getting hands-on while strengthening those spelling skills.

We love seeing our Bulldogs find fun and memorable ways to learn!

Now we want to know… what was YOUR favorite way to practice spelling words when you were in school? 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
students at their classroom table spelling words in shaving cream
students practicing their spelling words by writing them in chalk on the sidewalk outside
students at their classroom table spelling words in shaving cream
students practicing their spelling words by writing them in chalk on the sidewalk outside
students at their classroom table spelling words in shaving cream
student practicing spelling words on the sidewalk using chalk
First class reward: EARNED!

Miss Burris’ second graders have been working hard together, showing up each day ready to learn, grow, and do their Bulldog Best—and today, they got to cash in on all that hard work!

Their first class reward was extra recess, and judging by these smiles, they were pretty excited about it!

This group has already built such a fun classroom community, and it’s clear they know how to work hard and have a great time together. Way to go, Miss Burris’ class! 🐾💙

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about 2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
three girls smiling as they climb the jungle gym
two boys standing on the play equipment smiling while holding onto the railing
group of 5 kids smiling together on the playset
two boys standing on the play equipment smiling together
two students swinging together smiling
two boys posing on the play equipment smiling
6 girls standing with their arms around each other smiling
🐾 Bulldog Ticket Shopping Day! 🐾

Hard work pays off at Bunker Hill! Our second graders earn Bulldog Tickets for showing kindness, working hard, making great choices, and doing their very best—and Fridays are the day they get to cash them in!

Today, Mrs. Kiel’s class had a blast shopping for fun treasures like scented markers, erasers, fun pens… and even choosing special experiences like reading to another classroom!

We love watching our Bulldogs take pride in their hard work and get excited about the rewards that come with doing their Bulldog Best! 💙🐾

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2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
two students standing at a table shopping for items with their earned bulldog tickets
student standing at a table counting bulldog tickets that she has earned
students in Mrs. Kiel's class shopping for various items with their earned bulldog tickets
Oh, the places they’ll go! Our talented Theatre Department is bringing the colorful, whimsical world of Seussical to life on stage! Join them for three days of performances. Come support our talented students and experience the magic, music, and fun of this unforgettable production!

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2 months ago, FTCSC
Seussical Play
There’s nothing quite like getting lost in a good book! Our first graders are already discovering new adventures, big surprises, and plenty of reasons to smile during library time.

We love watching their love of reading grow! 🐾💙

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2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
student laying on her stomach smiling while looking at a clifford book
group of 6 first grade students sitting on the rug in library sharing books that they are reading
There’s a lot of learning happening in these small groups! Ms. Myers’s first graders are getting familiar with some of the math tools they’ll be using throughout the year while working together, exploring, and building their math skills. We love seeing those curious minds at work! 💙🐾

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2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
group of first grade students sitting on the floor together showing off the shapes they made out of rubber bands on their peg boards
group of first grade students sitting on the floor playing with ones, tens and hundreds blocks as a group
three first graders sitting on the floor playing with peg boards and rubber bands making shapes
group of first graders working together on the floor with ones, tens, and hundreds blocks
two first grade girls smiling as they sit on the floor playing a number line game
two first grade boys sitting on the floor playing a number line game
Happy Birthday, Mr. Koomler!

If you’ve spent any time around Bunker Hill, you know Mr. Koomler brings a little extra fun, a lot of laughter, and endless positivity wherever he goes!

He has a way of making our students smile, keeps our staff laughing, and brings so much joy to our school every single day. We are incredibly lucky to have someone who works so hard, cares so deeply, and makes Bunker Hill a better place.

Help us wish our Assistant Principal, Mr. Koomler, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

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2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
happy birthday flyer for our assistant principal, Mr. Koomler
Did you know we have a Flashes Community Board?

Looking for upcoming Dine-to-Donate events, tryouts, FTCSC Spirit Days, fundraisers, and more? The Flashes Community Board is your go-to resource for staying connected and up to date on what’s happening throughout our schools and community!

Have an event or opportunity you’d like featured on the Community Board? Please email lacey.martin@ftcsc.org with the details..

Be sure to check back often to see what’s happening in our Flashes community! 💙

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2 months ago, FTCSC
Flashes Community Board
There’s already something special happening in Miss Henry’s third grade classroom! From working together, learning through games, tackling puzzles, and simply enjoying time with friends, these Bulldogs are building the kind of classroom family that makes a school year extra special.

So much learning, laughter, teamwork, and growth are ahead—and we have a feeling it’s going to be a GREAT year! 🐾💙

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2 months ago, Bunker Hill Elementary
miss henry's 3rd grade class smiling together
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group
Miss Henry's third grade students working together in a group