Purdue Polytechnic High Schools Joins Carnegie Foundation’s Future of High School Network Initiative
PPHS is proud to announce its selection as one of 24 school systems participating in the Future of High School Network, a new national initiative led by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designed to catalyze learning, knowledge, and impact to support a ‘new architecture’ for high school nationwide. Learn more here
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools Awarded $420,000 Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools have been awarded a $420,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to strengthen college and career readiness across all campuses. This investment will expand student support, enhance academics, and better prepare students for life after graduation.
PPHS Celebrates Big Wins at the 2025 Speddy Awards: Student, Staff & Leadership Shine
PPHS made a powerful statement at the 2025 Speddy Awards, taking home multiple honors, including student and staff recognitions, highlighting our commitment to educational excellence and innovation.
👉 Read more about our winners and their inspiring achievements
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools Award Teacher and Support Staff of the Year
PPHS Celebrates 2025 Teacher & Support Staff of the Year
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools proudly honors exceptional educators and team members who go above and beyond for students every day. From building inclusive classrooms to strengthening community connections, these awardees embody the mission of PPHS.
👉 Meet the honorees and read their inspiring stories. Learn more
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools - Schweitzer Center at Englewood Campus celebrates Spring Festival with Community Partners.
Purdue Polytechnic High School Englewood held its first annual Spring Festival, bringing together students, families, and community partners for a vibrant celebration and connection. The festival reflects PPHS’s ongoing mission to provide real-world experiences and build strong community partnerships that prepare students for future success.
Purdue Polytechnic High School Englewood Robotics Wins Second Consecutive State Championship
In a testament to their strong STEM program, Purdue Polytechnic High Schools Englewood's robotics team, suPURDUEper Robotics, has won the Indiana State Championship for the second straight year. This victory and achieving the highest score highlight the success of hands-on learning in Indianapolis.
Read more about Purdue Polytechnic High Schools’ Championship win
PPHS Englewood Cheer Squad Celebrates McKinley School 39 Cheerleaders' Hurricane Relief Efforts
The McKinley Cheer Squad, led by sponsor Kaylen Rodgers, organized a school-wide hurricane relief drive to support individuals affected by storms in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. With the support of their school community, they collected over 300 essential items, showcasing the power of service and collaboration.
Two PPHS Educators Selected for Prestigious Indiana Fellowship!
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools is proud to be the only network with two educators—Nicole Schadek and Gregg Nowling—selected for the 2024 Indiana Educator Fellowship for Creative Teachers.
PPHS Coach Chelsea Foster is selected for the 2025 Teacher & Librarian Scholarship
We’re proud to celebrate Coach Chelsea Foster of PPHS, who was awarded a Teacher & Librarian Scholarship, recognizing her inspiring work supporting literacy and critical thinking.
PPHS South Bend Launches Innovative Learning Experience “World Simulation” to Kick Off School Year
PPHS South Bend (PPHS SB) launched an innovative educational learning experience called the “World Simulation,” engaging over 150 high school students in a week-long, hands-on learning experience.
PURDUE POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOLs’ celebrates Coach Nicole Schadek’s selection as a top 10 Finalist for the 2025 Indiana teacher of the year award
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is thrilled to announce that Nicole Schadek has advanced to the Top 10 for the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year Award.
PURDUE POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOLs’ Student selected for bank of America’s prestigious student leaders program
Bank of America recently announced that Mariah Questelles, a junior at Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS), is one of four Indianapolis-area high school students chosen for the prestigious Student Leaders® program.
PPHS Student Thrives with Support from Thee Outlet: Building a Brighter Future Through Innovation and Community
Neveah Durham, a junior at PPHS South Bend, joined WNDU 16 News Now to discuss her journey with Thee Outlet, a transformative program in South Bend focused on youth empowerment.