Michael Bendicsen

AKRON — Principal of Tippecanoe Valley High School Dr. Michael Bendicsen submitted his letter of resignation at the end of the final student day, Wednesday, May 24.

According to Tippecanoe Valley Schools Superintendent Brett Boggs, Bendicsen’s last day at TVHS will be June 30. Bendicsen leaves TVHS to take a position with Fort Wayne Community Schools where he will serve as a central office administrator in charge of their alternative education program.

Bendicsen is ending is third year as principal at TVHS.

Boggs said the school corporation is appreciative of Bendicsen’s service to the students and staff of TVHS and the Tippecanoe Valley community.

Boggs noted under Bendicsen’s leadership, TVHS has taken significant steps forward in several areas, including the number one graduation rate in Kosciusko County for two consecutive years, a growing number of students participating in dual credit college courses and career and technical education offerings, and a comprehensive effort to provide for the good mental health of all TVHS students.

Tippecanoe Valley High School is accepting applications for the position. Individuals can apply online here.