It is an annual ritual at Hamilton Southeaster (HSE) Schools for the staff to gather the day before a new school year begins.  That happened Tuesday this year at Fishers High School.

The morning session began solemnly with a moment of silence in honor of those that died as part of the HSE family, the latest being Fishers High School grad, Officer Noah Shahnavaz, who lost his life in the line of duty serving the Elwood Police Department.

But the remainder of the event was spent welcoming the staff as the district prepares for students to arrive in classrooms August 3rd.  There was music, examples of what students have done, and singing.  Then, there was dancing, ending with a dance contest as the morning gathering ended.

Teachers were reminded of the challenges ahead, but also told that working together benefits everyone.

One more reminder – school zone speed limits return August 3rd.  Slow down and observe the speed limits in school zones.