Kids and Education

Global Impact STEM Academy Breaks Ground on Phase II of Upper Campus

$18.9 million project expands innovative STEM learning spaces for grades 9 through 12.

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United Way of Clark, Champaign, and Madison Counties raises more than $1.2 million

“When community members invest in our mission, they help neighbors of all ages and backgrounds overcome barriers to stability and success. Eighty-five cents of every dollar goes directly toward meeting local needs, which allows us to deliver maximum support where it matters most.”

Springfield City School District adds more Health Career opportunities for students

The Springfield City School District is adding new State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) high school courses for the 2025-2026 school year, in alignment with the district’s Healthcare Career Pathway.

On-The-Rise at the Springfield Farmers Market
On-The-Rise’s farm-based program aims to teach a range of life skills

Located outside Springfield, nonprofit organization On-The-Rise offers a farm-based program that aims to provide “underserved” youths with life skills that will help them now and in the future.

Simpson works throughout summer break to support her ag students.
Summer doesn’t slow down for agriculture educators

“At the fair, you can find ag teachers everywhere. We’re supporting members during weigh-ins, helping with any animal issues or illnesses, and acting as a liaison between FFA programs and fair organizers. We keep everyone in the loop on rule changes and help make things run smoothly.”

‘Fulton’s Longest Table’, a continuous table of several hundred people, meant to celebrate Thanksgiving.
Springfield City School District will provide supplies for K-8 students for fifth consecutive year

“Back-to-school season should be a time of excitement and new beginnings — not anxiety over what families can or cannot afford.”

The Welcome Project hosted by Southgate, organized by the Nehemiah Foundation, and equipped by the Literacy Center, harnessing volunteers from 20+ local churches.
Literacy is foundational: The Clark County Literacy Coalition is addressing literacy for all ages

“We have a lot of people in our community right now who have the education, have the experience, have the skills, have the life experience that could be in some of the jobs that we need in manufacturing, but they don't speak English well enough to get those jobs – that's a literacy issue.”

One of the more than 400 Springfield High School graduates who received their diploma this year.
Springfield City School District shares 100 successes from the 2024-2025 school year

“Highlighting all of those groups, especially achieving things on a state and then even sometimes on a national level, sets the stage for what Springfield students can accomplish."

Representatives from Global Impact STEM Academy, Clark State, WSA Studio, MARKER construction, West Central Port Authority, New Carlisle Federal Savings Bank, and elected officials cut the ribbon for the new $16.9 million Upper Academy facility.
Global Impact STEM Academy opens new $16.9 million facility in Springfield

"Now that Phase I of the expansion project is complete, we’re excited to welcome more students into a learning environment that’s immersive, hands-on and focused on preparing them for real-world success – whether that’s in the workforce or in higher education.”

PHOTOS: Springfield students participate in Earth Day clean-up

In observance of Earth Day on April 22, students participated in community beautification projects.

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