Warsaw Community Schools

WARSAW, IN - Warsaw Community Schools recognized five staff members as recipients of the 2026 WCS Board Scholarship during the Board of School Trustees meeting on Monday, April 27.

 

“We are proud to announce the 2026 Warsaw Community Schools Board Scholarship recipients,” said Dr. David Hoffert, superintendent. “Over the past decade, WCS has supported more than 150 employees in pursuing advanced degrees or certifications. These opportunities represent a meaningful investment in both our staff and our students, as new knowledge and practices directly enhance the educational experience. We are thankful for these individuals and proud to support them in their continued professional growth.”

 

The WCS Board Scholarship supports educators and staff members pursuing advanced degrees and certifications in high-need areas across the district. This year’s recipients are Amy House, Lauren Sponseller, Emily Gough, Autumn Korotney and Krista Dausman. Together, these individuals are expanding their expertise in areas including special education, school psychology, science instruction, literacy and district-level leadership.

 

Amy House, a special education teacher at Warsaw Community High School, is pursuing her certification in Special Education. “I am so grateful that I have been entrusted to hold this position,” House shared. “Earning this certification helps me better understand and connect with our students.”

 

Lauren Sponseller, an educational diagnostician, is working toward becoming a school psychologist through Indiana University. “I hope to continue to be a part of the process of helping divergent learners, so that they can fulfill their dreams and enrich the lives of others,” Sponseller said.

 

Emily Gough, a science teacher at Warsaw Community High School, will begin a Master’s program in Biological Sciences to expand dual credit opportunities for students. “Having a Master’s in Biological Sciences will help me better prepare my students for college and career paths,” Gough said.

 

At the elementary level, Autumn Korotney, a second grade teacher at Leesburg Elementary, is pursuing advanced training in the Science of Reading along with certifications in dyslexia and literacy coaching. “Second grade is a critical year in which students transition from learning to read to reading to learn,” Korotney shared. “This training will allow me to better support all learners.”

 

At the district level, Krista Dausman, Assistant Director of Special Services, is working toward her Director of Exceptional Needs license through Ball State University. “By strengthening systems and supporting educators, I can help ensure all students are prepared to pursue their goals,” Dausman said.

 

The WCS Board Scholarship continues to invest in staff growth while strengthening the district’s ability to meet the evolving needs of students across all grade levels.

 

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