We are hiring at Lincoln Elementary! #Celebrate379
1 day ago, USD379 Communications
Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative #702 and USD 379 hiring flyer for a para professional position at Lincoln Elementary in Clay Center, Kansas. The flyer highlights meaningful work supporting students, competitive pay starting at $13.80 per hour with higher rates based on education and experience, health and supplemental benefits, paid time off and holidays, a supportive team, and professional growth opportunities. Applicants can apply online at usd379.org/jobs or contact Erica Bammes at ericabammes@usd379.org or 785-632-3176 ext. 1229.
You are invited to Mr. Nelson's first Coffee Talk of the 2026-27 school year! #Celebrate379
3 days ago, USD379 Communications
Flyer for the Clay County School District’s “USD 379 Coffee Talk.” Superintendent Brett Nelson invites everyone, including non-Manor residents, to discuss bond projects, taxes, curriculum, staffing, and other topics. The event is August 26 at 10 a.m. in the Presbyterian Manor Community Room at 924 8th Street. The flyer features a cup of coffee, coffee beans, and the USD 379 logo.
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379

3 days ago, USD379 Communications
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379
Mr. Yenni's 5th graders hit the ground running yesterday! First, they participated in a Think-Pair-Share activity discussing their favorite color, food, pets, and hobbies. Then, they created posters displaying how they felt about their first day of school. #Celebrate379
Last Friday, USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident.

Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff practiced how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency.

A key part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families after an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, resource coordination, patient triage, and treatment.

While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most.

Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe. #Celebrate379
5 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
USD 379 joined our local emergency response partners for a mass casualty drill involving a simulated school bus accident. Working alongside Clay County Medical Center, Clay County EMS, the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, and Clay County Emergency Management, our staff had the opportunity to practice how we would respond and work together during a large-scale emergency. An important part of the exercise for USD 379 was practicing our family reunification protocols—the procedures we would use to safely reunite students with their families following an emergency. The drill also allowed all participating agencies to practice communication, coordination of resources, patient triage, and treatment. While we hope these procedures are never needed, practicing them helps us identify areas for improvement, strengthen relationships with our local partners, and be better prepared to care for our students, staff, and families when it matters most. Thank you to all of our community partners and USD 379 staff members who helped make this valuable training exercise possible. We appreciate the teamwork and commitment to keeping our schools and community safe.
We are hiring! #Celebrate379
8 days ago, USD379 Communications
Recruitment flyer from Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative and USD 379 seeking a paraprofessional at Clay Center Community High School in Clay Center, Kansas. The flyer highlights meaningful work supporting students, competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, a supportive team, and professional growth. Starting hourly pay for 2026–27 ranges from $13.80+ to $16.05+ depending on education and licensure. Applicants can apply at usd379.org/jobs.
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training.

Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end!

Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end! Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end! Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end! Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end! Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Yesterday at Wakefield, Lighthouse team leader Mr. Freeman brought in students from elementary, junior high, and high school to present their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data from last year. It even included music and poppers at the end! Thanks to the kids (and dinosaurs) who spent part of their last few days of summer helping out our staff! #Celebrate379
As part of their inservice days leading up to the first day of school, all USD 379 buildings are going through Leader in Me training. Today at CCCHS, staff members reviewed their MRA (Measurable Results Assessment) data to set goals for the upcoming year. #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
Teachers and staff review the Leader In Me MRA data and look at trends and goals they can set for the 2026-27 school year.
USD 379 Families,

As part of our ongoing commitment to student safety and emergency preparedness, USD 379 will participate in a bus accident training exercise on Thursday, August 13.

The exercise will take place on a country route in Clay County and will involve USD 379 staff, student volunteers, local emergency response agencies, and CCMC. The purpose of the drill is to give our district and community partners an opportunity to practice how we would work together in the event of an actual school bus accident.

This is a training exercise only. There is no actual emergency, and all injuries and emergency scenarios involved in the exercise will be simulated.

During the exercise, community members may notice emergency vehicles responding in the drill area and may see activity associated with the simulated accident. The exercise may also include simulated medical transport and student reunification procedures. There will also be signs at the scene stating “Crisis Drill in Progress”.

A small group of student volunteers will participate as actors in the exercise. They will receive instructions and safety expectations before the drill begins, and student safety will remain our highest priority throughout the exercise.

Participating agencies and USD 379 staff will conduct a debriefing afterward in the week to discuss what worked well and identify opportunities to strengthen our response procedures.

Exercises like this help ensure that our staff and local emergency responders are prepared to communicate, coordinate, and respond effectively should a real emergency ever occur.

Thank you to our students, staff, families, Clay County emergency responders, and community partners for helping USD 379 prepare to keep our students safe.

USD 379 Clay County Schools
10 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 Clay County Logo
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff joining USD 379. Welcome to Garfield! #Celebrate379
11 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome to Garfield graphic introducing Renee Taggart, Special Education. The graphic features Renee’s portrait and highlights her education at Ridgewood High School and Kansas State University, her experience as a teacher’s aide, Title I aide, student teacher, and childcare provider, as well as information about her family.
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff joining USD 379. Welcome to Wakefield! #Celebrate379
11 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome to Wakefield graphic introducing Keegan McDonald, Physical Education. The graphic features Keegan’s portrait and highlights his education at Clay Center Community High School and Washburn University, his first teaching position and role as an assistant baseball coach at CCCHS, and his personal background, including his baseball career and family.
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff joining USD 379. Welcome to Garfield! #Celebrate379
11 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome to Garfield graphic introducing Victoria Whitaker, Special Education. The graphic features Victoria’s portrait and highlights her educational, professional, and personal background, including her teaching experience, ongoing master’s degree work at Fort Hays State University, and family.
Thank you to Ferguson Rexall Drugs for supporting our kids. We hope to see you tomorrow! #Celebrate379
15 days ago, USD379 Communications
Colorful back-to-school flyer announcing free school supplies at Ferguson Rexall Drugs on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Kindergarten through 5th-grade students from Lincoln, Garfield, Wakefield, and Green Christian can pick up a prepackaged bag of supplies, a backpack, and an iron-on patch. Families unable to attend August 8 may call to arrange a later pickup. Ferguson Rexall Drugs, 713 5th St., Clay Center, KS, 785-632-3121.
USD 379 is welcoming 14 new teachers, 2 new principals, and one new counselor this year. Today, they met at our annual New Teacher Academy as they prepare for a great year ahead.

We’re excited to have these talented educators and leaders joining our schools and becoming part of the Clay County Schools family. We’re glad you’re here, and we can’t wait to see the positive impact you’ll make for our students, schools, and community. Welcome to USD 379! #Celebrate379
15 days ago, USD379 Communications
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
New teachers, principals, and counselors were welcomed at the New Teacher Academy on August 7th. They were asked to stand up and introduce themselves.
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff joining USD 379. Welcome (back) to Lincoln! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome graphic introducing Jessica Wietharn as a new 3rd grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary. The graphic features a smiling portrait of Jessica waving while wearing a purple jacket. Text highlights her educational background (Waverly High School, Fort Hays State University, and Emporia State University), her eight years of teaching experience in K–12 and higher education, including preschool, elementary, middle school, and Kansas State University, and shares that she lives near Clay Center with her husband and three children and enjoys gardening and spending time outdoors.
Have kids in multiple buildings? Here is a one-stop shop for dates and times leading up to the first day of school! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 Back-to-School Schedule for August 2026. The flyer lists important dates and events, including enrollment opening on Aug. 5; free school supplies for Lincoln, Garfield, and Wakefield students on Aug. 8; Wakefield fall sports conditioning (Aug. 10–14); middle and high school fall sports parent meetings on Aug. 13; Meet the Teacher/Open House events on Aug. 14; elementary class lists emailed Aug. 14; first day of fall sports practice on Aug. 17; first day of school with noon dismissal on Aug. 18 for designated grade levels and new students; Project LEAD begins Aug. 19 for Lincoln, Garfield, and Wakefield; and Lincoln Elementary Pre-K begins Aug. 19. The flyer also directs families to usd379.org/enrollment for enrollment, school supply lists, bus routes, free and reduced lunch applications, and breakfast/lunch menus.
Don't forget about the Back to School Fair tonight! Thank you, Clay Center Elks, for your support of our kids and families! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Flyer for the Clay Center Elks Lodge No. 2253 Back to School Fair. The event is Tuesday, August 4, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at 611 5th Street in Clay Center. Families are instructed to form a line at the front of the building. Free school supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis to students in Pre-K through 8th grade. Community organizations, including the Clay County Health Department, after-school programs, and local resource agencies, will have informational booths. The bottom of the flyer thanks sponsors, including the Elks National Foundation, Ferguson Rexall Drugs, Clay County Education Endowment Association, and Central Office Service & Supply. Contact information for the Elks grant coordinator and the Clay Center Elks Lodge Facebook page is included.
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff. Welcome (back) to Wakefield! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome graphic introducing new USD 379 Wakefield 2nd and 3rd grade teacher Samantha Trembath. The graphic features a headshot of Samantha alongside information about her background. She graduated from Clay Center Community High School and earned her bachelor's degree from Fort Hays State University. This will be her 18th year in education. She previously taught 1st and 2nd grade in Glasco for five years, served as a substitute teacher, worked as a teacher's aide at Wakefield from 2009–2012, and was Wakefield's long-term substitute science teacher last school year. Samantha is married to Clay County EMS Director Alec Trembath. They have three children: Evan, who works at Wardcraft; Harmony, an eighth-grade student at CCCMS; and Lyrik, a fourth-grade student at Garfield Elementary. Her name and position, "Samantha Trembath – 2nd & 3rd Grade," are displayed prominently on the graphic.
We are continuing to highlight new certified staff joining USD 379. Welcome to Lincoln and Garfield! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Welcome graphic introducing new USD 379 K-5 art teacher Jeannie Hauck. The graphic features a headshot of Jeannie outdoors alongside information about her background. She graduated from Palo Alto High School in California, earned her bachelor's degree from Colorado Mesa University, and is completing her master's degree at Fort Hays State University. She previously taught K-12 art in Miltonvale and K-5 art in Geary County. Jeannie is a mother of three, grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of one. She enjoys gardening, owns an art studio called The Purple Door in Clay Center, and has a Bernese Mountain Dog named Sophia. Her name and position, "Jeannie Hauck – K-5 Art," are displayed prominently on the graphic.
Need help enrolling your child? Have questions about the school year? Need to pay the enrollment fees? Stop by today or tomorrow at any of our buildings! Secretaries and teachers will be there to help. #Celebrate379

Tuesday, Aug. 4: 7:30 - 3:30
Wednesday, Aug. 5: 12:00 - 8:00
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Infographic for USD 379 2026–2027 Student Enrollment featuring the Clay County USD 379 logo and step-by-step enrollment instructions. The flyer is divided into three sections: Returning Students, explaining that current USD 379 families will receive a PowerSchool snapcode by email to complete enrollment; New Students, directing families to visit www.usd379.org/enrollment and complete the online enrollment process with document upload options; and Final Enrollment Steps, which include applying for free or reduced-price meals, paying applicable fees, and contacting the school for assistance. The flyer also lists in-person enrollment assistance on August 4, 2026 (7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) and August 5, 2026 (12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.). A QR code links directly to the enrollment website, where families can also find school supply lists, bus routes, athletic physical forms, after-school program information, and meal applications. Contact phone numbers are provided for Lincoln Elementary, Garfield Elementary, Clay Center Community Middle School (CCCMS), Clay Center Community High School (CCCHS), and Wakefield School.
On July 29, the USD 379 Bus Barn went through its Highway Patrol inspections. It is an annual event where all vehicles in the fleet are examined by an independent source to ensure they are safe and ready for the new school year. THANK YOU to Mike McCoy and his staff for making our fleet safe for our staff and kids! #Celebrate379
19 days ago, USD379 Communications
Kansas Highway Patrol representatives look over USD 379 busses as part of their annual inspections.
Kansas Highway Patrol representatives look over USD 379 busses as part of their annual inspections.