HSEngaged
Gain a Deeper Understanding of Hamilton Southeastern Schools
Do you want to learn more about how our HSE operates? HSEngaged is an eight-month community engagement program that will teach the inner workers of our district. Participants will learn about all facets of HSE, including business management, academic programs, student services, operations, and more.
Applications are now closed for the 2026-2027 cohort. If you are interested in applying for future cohorts, please check back in Summer 2027 for the next round of applications. Please help us welcome the community members (listed below) who will join us this year.
Abbi Garvey
Alexis Ray
Amanda Fineberg
Amy Mustafa
Avery Moon
Becca Miller
Chantalle Temperly
Chelsie Hannon
Chris Dean
Colin McCahill
Daniel Mendoza
Ferrell Kemp
Jaki Milakovic
James Lyons
Jeremy Metz
Jeremy Sprouse
John Metzger
Josh Perry
Katie Richardson
Katie Woodard
Kayla Owens
Keith Biro
Krishna Gurusamy
Kristen Sprague
Lauren Cole
Lindsay Beals
Lindsay Downing
Matt Gerberich
Maya Alshawa
Michael Winterhalder
Mike York
Muqsit Abdul
Nakeisha Washington
NiOshia Craig
Sara Sturm
Sarah Black
Sonia Dhanjal
Srini Bodla
Tara Fisher
Taylor Courtney
Tiffany Presley
Tolitha Lewis
Participant Reviews
"I felt that HSEngaged was an excellent experience. Every staff member who spoke was engaging, passionate and well-informed. It means so much to see people who clearly love their work and are committed to serving the community."
"It is encouraging to see what HSE is doing for our children. This is a wonderful program."
"I learned a lot through HSEngaged and have used the information I gained in conversations throughout the community to help others better understand school-related issues."
Opportunities for Participants
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Gain first-hand, "behind the scenes" knowledge of how HSE Schools functions.
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Experience the unique, student-driven learning style.
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Participate in an extended dialogue with leadership on education issues.
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Develop an understanding of how decisions and programs are implemented to foster a culture of educational excellence.
2026-2027 Meeting Dates
There are eight class sessions (August-April) that alternate times from 9:00-11:00 AM or 11 AM-1:00 PM once a month:
9:00a, Aug. 27: Welcome to HSEngaged hosted at Fishers Elementary School
11:00a, Sept. 24: The Cost of Education hosted at HSE Intermediate/Junior High School
9:00a, Oct. 29: Building a Foundation hosted at Deer Creek Elementary School
11:00a, Dec. 3: Preparing Students for the Future hosted at Hamilton Southeastern High School
9:00a, Jan. 28: Mental Health and School Safety hosted at HSE Administration Building
11:00a, Feb. 25: Behind-the-Scenes at HSE hosted at Fishers Junior High School
9:00a, Mar. 25: Educational Supports hosted at Fishers High School
11:00a, Apr. 22: End-of-Year Celebration at Riverside Intermediate School
“We hope the opportunity to have extended dialogue with leadership will help build a network of informed stakeholders that will be able to share their knowledge with others on how decisions and programs are implemented to foster a culture of academic excellence in HSE Schools."
Emily Pace Abbotts
Director of School and Community Relations