South Central Elementary School, through its penny war fundraiser, raised $14,300 for Riley Hospital for Children!

The penny war fundraiser was sponsored by Junior Council members and was held from March 9th to the 27th. Congratulations to 3rd grade for raising the most amount of money. Thank you to Ms. Fornaciari, Mrs. Perez, and our entire Junior Council! 

If you received special education services or were tested for services but did not qualify from the South LaPorte County Special Education Cooperative (LaPorte, New Prairie, South Central, Westville, Tri-Township Schools) and you graduated or were exited from services between 1/1/2020 to 12/31/2020, your records will be destroyed on or about July 1, 2026. If you wish to obtain your records, you must submit a written request to South LaPorte County Special Education Cooperative, 1000 Harrison Street, La Porte, IN 46350, attention Julie Klinedinst, or by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The records will be released only to the former student, now of legal age, upon presentation of a photo ID or to a parent/guardian with legal documentation of guardianship. You must make the request for records by June 15, 2026, which provides the required notice to the cooperative office. 

The South Central Elementary Junior Council will be sponsoring a penny war fundraiser between grade levels to help benefit Riley Hospital for Children. The fundraiser will take place from March 9th to March 27th. The grade level that raises the most money will go to the movies! If the $18,000 school goal is met, a fun surprise will be had for everyone! Details on this fun way to raise money can be found in the attached flyer.

To donate online, visit: https://give.rileykids.org/team/809182

February 23rd to the 27th is Public Schools Week! Our public schools are leading with innovation, excellence, and heart. From world‑class programs to dedicated educators, we are proud of the incredible learning happening every day. #PublicSchoolsWeek #PSW26