Rossville Consolidated School District is proud to announce that Rossville Middle/Senior High School teacher Jason Newhouser has been selected as the Ivy Tech Lafayette Campus recipient of the President’s Dual Credit Award for Excellence in Instruction.
This prestigious recognition honors dual credit instructors who exemplify outstanding teaching, demonstrate a strong commitment to student success, and advance Ivy Tech Community College’s mission. The award is presented annually at each campus to recognize instructors who typify excellence in instruction and have a positive impact on student learning.
Mr. Newhouser’s selection reflects his dedication to instructional excellence and his meaningful contributions to Rossville’s partnership with Ivy Tech. Through dual credit programming, Rossville students have access to rigorous, college-level coursework taught during the regular school day, allowing them to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously at no cost to families.
Rossville Schools has made dual credit opportunities a cornerstone of its academic programming. Students at Rossville Middle/Senior High School can earn significant college credit while still in high school, with opportunities totaling up to 30 college credits prior to graduation. Additionally, the district offers more than 120 college credits through Ivy Tech and Indiana College Core pathways, reinforcing its commitment to preparing students for success beyond high school.
“Mr. Newhouser’s recognition is a testament to his passion for teaching and his commitment to providing our students with high-quality, college-level learning experiences,” said Dr. Jim Hanna, Superintendent of Rossville Consolidated School District. “His work exemplifies the strength of our partnership with Ivy Tech and the opportunities we strive to create for all Rossville students.”
As a campus-level recipient, Mr. Newhouser is now eligible to be considered for the Statewide Dual Credit Award for Excellence in Instruction, which is presented annually to the instructor who best exemplifies excellence in teaching across all Ivy Tech campuses. The statewide award includes a commemorative medallion and represents the highest honor for dual credit instruction within the Ivy Tech system.
Rossville Consolidated School District congratulates Mr. Newhouser on this well-deserved recognition and thanks him for his continued dedication to students, instructional excellence, and expanding opportunities through dual credit education.