See Which Two Southern Indiana Schools Just Earned Indiana’s New Blue Ribbon Award

Indiana’s First Blue Ribbon Schools

Big news for students, parents, and educators in Indiana! Eleven schools across the state have just earned a brand-new honor – the Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools designation – celebrating their hard work, academic achievements, and dedication to helping students succeed. And we’ve got some local pride to share: two schools from our area made the list!

Southern Indiana Schools Making Us Proud

St. Phillip Catholic School in Mount Vernon and South Terrace Elementary in Blairsville will be recognized for their outstanding efforts at the Educational Excellence Awards Gala on November 21 in Indianapolis. These schools have shown what’s possible when the focus is on students, and Governor Eric Braun called the honorees “a model for others across our state and nation of what is possible when we put students first.”

What the Blue Ribbon Recognition Means

The Indiana Blue Ribbon Schools designation is brand new, and it shines a spotlight on schools that go above and beyond to make learning exciting, supportive, and effective. It’s not just about test scores – it’s about fostering environments where students can grow, explore, and thrive.

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For families and community members in Southwestern Indiana, this recognition is a point of pride. It shows that our local schools are not only keeping up with the rest of the state – they’re leading the way. From dedicated teachers to engaged students, St. Phillip Catholic and South Terrace Elementary are proof that great things happen when schools put kids first.

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See the Full List of Honored Indiana Schools

You can see the full list of Indiana’s first Blue Ribbon Schools HERE!