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Hamilton Southeastern Schools, as a forward-thinking school district, provides excellence in education and opportunities to ensure the success of each and every student, to become a responsible citizen and to positively influence an ever-changing world community.

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Patrick Mapes

Superintendent

Patrick Mapes is an established leader within the education community at the state and national levels. With over 35 years of experience in teaching and school administration in Indiana, Mapes has worked with a wide range of K-12 organizations, including large, medium and small school districts.

He most recently served as superintendent of Perry Township Schools, playing an instrumental role in strengthening that district over the course of seven years at its helm. Prior to leading Perry Township Schools, Mapes was chairman of the Indiana Education Employment Relations Board and spent nearly 15 years serving in various capacities, including superintendent, within Delaware Community Schools in Muncie, Indiana. He has also worked for the Indiana Department of Education for three years and was selected to join the U.S. Department of Education as the regional advisory chairperson on education issues. Mapes continues to serve the state as an appointee to the Indiana State Board of Education, which oversees K-12 education policymaking in Indiana.

About Hamilton Southeastern Schools

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is an A-rated school corporation by the Indiana Department of Education and the fourth largest in the state. We serve over 21,600 students in pre-K through 12th grade, residing in Fishers and portions of neighboring Noblesville.

HSE  Schools strives to provide safe, secure learning and working environments for all. As a forward-thinking school district, HSE offers excellence in education and opportunities. This approach is designed to ensure the success of all students and to equip them with the skills needed to become responsible citizens and positively influence an ever-changing world. Working together as a school community, HSE ensures each student has the intellect and skills necessary to achieve their goals for higher education, careers and life.