Fall Child Check is Monday, Sept. 16! Please call Heidi at 785 632-3176 to set up a screening appointment.
USD 379 QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Now that the first few weeks of school have passed, what is your child saying about school? And how can we help improve his/her experience?
https://www.usd379.org/forms/first-weeks-of-school-reflection
We are hiring! Please take a look at open positions within USD 379 and consider applying!
Did you know if you are a USD 379 bus driver...
20 hours/week gets a full single insurance policy as well as KPERS
10 hours to 40 hours a week are available for CDL drivers
CDL training is available and paid for through USD 379
Weekend and evening hours are available
Activities trips are paid from leave time to return time
Watch this video to learn more. Come join a great team and a great district!
https://youtu.be/KKo750XlOHo
USD 379 will be offering The Parent Project (for parents of kids 11 and up) and Loving Solutions (for parents of kids under age 11) starting in mid-September. Classes are free and will meet weekly over Zoom for 10 weeks. More information below!
Did you know you can look on the usd379.org website and the USD 379 app to find breakfast and lunch menus each day? This video shows you where to find them!
https://youtu.be/XwnUduaqygQ
The first day of school is here, and we want to know what makes you most excited! Whether you are a student, parent/guardian, or staff member, please let us know!
https://www.usd379.org/forms/the-first-day-of-school-is-here
Today was a big day at USD 379, as all staff took in Leader in Me training. "Year Zero" is for the adults, and "Year One" will be for the kids. It was a great day of self reflection!
We hope to see you Tuesday!
Did you know that applying for the free and reduced breakfast and lunch application helps our kids receive more funding? Please apply!
Want to know about course offerings and frequently asked questions at Clay Center Community Middle School? Take a look at the CCCMS Enrollment Guide.
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/969/Clay_Center_MS/2940982/24_25_CCCMS_EnrollmentGuide.pdf
School supply lists for every grade level at both Wakefield and Clay Center schools can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PdzTX96Dd1fhxpsLkSdQjM9z7kvmn21i/view
Thank you to all of our local businesses who came out to support our USD 379 staff today!
If you haven't already downloaded the USD 379 app, you are missing out on a lot of great information right from your phone! This video will show you how to find calendars specific to your child's individual school.
https://youtu.be/pEQoMmIjJZQ
We are so excited to announce that Kathy Robinson is joining our Garfield family. She has been a long time educator, and most recently was a sub for GES in the 2023-2024 school year. Welcome to our 5th grade team Mrs. Robinson!
We want your feedback! USD 379 Question of the Week:
How can we make the enrollment process easier for you in the future?
Please take time to send us your ideas!
https://www.usd379.org/forms/usd-379-enrollment-follow-up
Want to know how to sign up for Project LEAD at LES, GES, and WES? Go here!
https://youtu.be/2a5wOj0BZpg
On Wednesday, August 7th, USD #379 will welcome its entire faculty and staff back to school at the USD #379 District Kick off. The keynote speaker for this gathering will be Kevin Polky from Rockford, Illinois.
Kevin Polky is an entrepreneur, executive coach, counselor, and a licensed clinical social worker. He is committed to helping individuals transform their personal and professional lives.
As a former competitive athlete and national champion bodybuilder, Kevin has built a foundation of goal setting, self-discipline, and perseverance. The topic for Mr. Polky’s presentation to the USD #379 team will be Managing Stress and Developing Resilience.
Following Mr. Polky’s presentation to district staff, he will be the featured speaker at a Clay Counts Courageous Conversations Night at the Rex Theatre at 7:00. Polky, will teach participants how to Shatter our Silence. The Clay Counts Coalition invites all members of our community to attend for free!
As a licensed clinical social worker, Shatter Our Silence was created in response to three of Mr. Polky’s son’s classmates dying as a result of suicide. In this program, Polky will raise awareness and educate our young adults, parents, and community on the factors that lead to young adult suicide.
“Suicide awareness is crucial because it is a serious public health issue that affects individuals, families, and communities worldwide. Suicide is preventable and early detection of signs or symptoms of suicidal behavior can save lives. By raising awareness about suicide, we can reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and encourage individuals to seek help when they need it. With more awareness, resources, and support, we can save lives and help those struggling with suicidal thoughts or behaviors get the help they need,” stated Polky.
Lori Martin, Clay Counts Community Mobilizer invites everyone to join us for this important presentation as Clay Counts strives to honor the lives of those lost to suicide by increasing knowledge and efforts to address this epidemic. An ice cream social will follow Polky’s presentation.
We are hiring for each of the attached positions! Please consider joining our team!
Bus Drivers - Did you know that if you work 20 or more hours per week you will receive a FULL single insurance plan? It's a great deal!
The USD 379 staff are working on mapping out a scope and sequence for all curriculums in the district. The end result will be a K-12 standards-based model that will be used by all staff moving forward. Hard work, but it's what is best for kids!
