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  • High Performing District

    New Palestine Community Schools is proud to be recognized as a high performing school district in the state of Indiana.

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  • The district’s ILEARN scores are in the top 7% in the state of Indiana, #1 in Hancock County, and #1 in the Hoosier Heritage Conference. ​​​​​​​

    The district’s ILEARN scores are in the top 7% in the state of Indiana, #1 in Hancock County, and #1 in the Hoosier Heritage Conference.

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  • Early College Program

    Students in the New Palestine High School Early College Program have earned 71 Associate Degrees, 7,200 college credit hours, and have saved over $2M compared to traditional college costs.

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  • Unique Opportunities

    Unique curricular opportunities in business, marketing, nutrition, engineering, education, and trades to help guide students to career paths they have an interest in.

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  • Robotics Program

    New Palestine Junior High is the home of the 2022 VEX Robotics State Champions

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  • Curricular Offerings

    Twenty engaging and challenging Advanced Placement and Dual Credit curricular offerings.

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  • Graduation Rate

    A graduation rate near 96%, in the top 20% of schools in Indiana and #1 in Hancock County

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  • Teacher Salary

    In the top five corporations in Indiana for starting teacher salary and in the top 5% of all Indiana districts in average teacher salary

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News & Events

Dr. Gina Pleak

Message from the Superintendent

NPCS Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year!

It is an honor to continue serving the students, families, and staff of New Palestine Community Schools. A new school year always brings excitement, fresh opportunities, and the chance to learn, grow, and achieve together.

This year is especially meaningful as we begin implementing our new strategic plan, Dragon Excellence: Together Toward 2031. Developed with input from students, families, staff, and community members, it reflects our shared commitment to providing the very best for every student.

Our mission will guide everything we do: Together, we foster strong relationships, meaningful learning, and community pride, ensuring every student realizes their full potential. Every decision we make is centered on helping students succeed and preparing them for a bright future.

Your partnership is an essential part of that success. Whether you are supporting learning at home, attending school events, communicating with teachers, or volunteering, your involvement makes a difference. Together, we create the supportive environment our students need to succeed.

Thank you for the trust you place in New Palestine Community Schools. I am proud to serve this incredible community and look forward to another outstanding year of learning, growth, and celebration.

Dragon Excellence Every Day!

Dr. Gina Pleak

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