South Ripley High School (SRHS) has been recognized as the winner of the Small
School Division in the Indiana Army National Guard Enlistment Challenge for the 2023-2024 school
year. With an impressive five students enlisting to join the National Guard upon graduation, SRHS
distinguished itself by leading the small school division in the state of Indiana.
The Enlistment Challenge, aimed at promoting careers in the National Guard among high school students,
has seen South Ripley High School’s commitment to service and dedication to the community bear fruit.
The efforts of National Guard recruiters Brandon Seabolt and Tyler Roberts in encouraging students to
consider military service have not only bolstered the ranks of the National Guard but have also provided
students with valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth.
To celebrate this achievement, members of the Indiana Army National Guard paid a special visit to SRHS
on Wednesday, April 24. A Blackhawk helicopter, piloted by Guard members, landed behind the high
school parking lot, capturing the attention and admiration of students and staff alike. Approximately 25
staff members seized the unique opportunity to take a ride in the Blackhawk, experiencing firsthand the
thrill of flying in one of the military’s most iconic aircraft.