Earlier this week, the Kansas Department of Revenue conducted CDL Proxy Testing for prospective CDL drivers. This included multiple students from Wakefield High School and CCCHS. If they are 18, students can earn their CDL or CNA certificate through the same program at a significantly lower cost. It's another way USD 379 helps prepare our students for life after high school! #Celebrate379
7 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 students attend the Kansas Department of Revenue's CDL Proxy Testing at CCCHS
USD 379 students attend the Kansas Department of Revenue's CDL Proxy Testing at CCCHS
USD 379 students attend the Kansas Department of Revenue's CDL Proxy Testing at CCCHS
USD 379 students attend the Kansas Department of Revenue's CDL Proxy Testing at CCCHS
Wednesday was Unity Day across USD 379 and the nation! Thank you to the Clay Counts Coalition for providing shirts to all 379 staff members as part of Bullying Prevention Month. #Celebrate379
7 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
USD 379 staff members pose with their orange Unity Day Shirts to support Bullying Prevention Month.
We are hiring paras at CCCHS! #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative and USD 379 hiring flyer for a paraprofessional at Clay Center Community High School. Duties include supporting instruction and helping students build skills and confidence. Starting hourly pay ranges from $13.80 with a high school diploma to $16.05 with a teaching license, with possible increases for experience. Benefits include insurance, paid leave, and professional development. Apply at usd379.org/jobs. Questions: Erica Bammes, ericabammes@usd379.org or 785-632-3176, ext. 1229.
We are hiring paras at Garfield Elementary! #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative and USD 379 hiring flyer for a paraprofessional at Garfield Elementary in Clay Center. Duties include supporting instruction and helping students build skills and confidence. Starting hourly pay ranges from $13.80 with a high school diploma to $16.05 with a teaching license, with possible increases for experience. Benefits include insurance, paid leave, and professional development. Apply at usd379.org/jobs. Questions: Erica Bammes, ericabammes@usd379.org or 785-632-1229.
We are hiring! #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
Blue, orange, and white hiring flyer with the Wakefield Bombers logo and a megaphone. Wakefield seeks a high school girls assistant basketball coach for the 2026–27 season. Apply at usd379.org under Employment by selecting “Coaching/Supplemental 2026–27.” Questions: contact Board Clerk August Clark at 785-632-3176 or augustzeller@usd379.org.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation is treating Garfield and district office staff to free drinks this morning from 4th and Court Bookshop & Makerspace Torch Coffee. The Excellence Foundation is proud to support our fantastic staff while also supporting local businesses. 4th and Court is also open to the public until 11 a.m. today. #Celebrate379
9 days ago, USD379 Communications
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation is treating Garfield and district office staff to free drinks from 4th and Court Bookshop & Makerspace Torch Coffee.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation is treating Garfield and district office staff to free drinks from 4th and Court Bookshop & Makerspace Torch Coffee.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation is treating Garfield and district office staff to free drinks from 4th and Court Bookshop & Makerspace Torch Coffee.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and tomorrow is Unity Day across USD 379 and the nation. Unity Day is a day when we come together to stand against bullying and build a culture of community in our district.

Unity Day is a day we come together to stand against bullying and to create a culture of community in our district. We invite all students and staff to wear orange shirts tomorrow to stand together! Staff will be wearing "Be Kind" shirts that were purchased by the Clay Counts Coalition. #Celebrate379
10 days ago, USD379 Communications
Unity Day poster for October 21, 2026, featuring two hands forming a heart against a purple background. Text reads, “Send a visible message to prevent bullying” and “Wear and share orange.” Includes #UNITYeveryDAY, pacer.org/unityday, and the National Bullying Prevention Center logo.
Congratulations to our elementary and secondary USD 379 Teachers of the Year! #Celebrate379
15 days ago, USD379 Communications
Blue and orange banner reads, “Congratulations, KS Teacher of the Year USD 379 recipients!” Portraits on the right feature Mrs. Judy, Wakefield kindergarten/first grade, and Mr. Lane, CCCMS social studies, with their names and teaching assignments below.
The USD 379 Chartwells staff was well represented at this year's Piotique parade! Their float was titled "Cafeteria Circus." This is also the theme for National School Lunch Week, which runs Oct. 12-16. #Celebrate379
21 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 Chartwells staff members participate in the 2026 Clay Center Piotique parade.
USD 379 Chartwells staff members participate in the 2026 Clay Center Piotique parade.
USD 379 Chartwells staff members participate in the 2026 Clay Center Piotique parade.
USD 379 Chartwells staff members participate in the 2026 Clay Center Piotique parade.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
21 days ago, USD379 Communications
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation celebrated the Wakefield staff this morning by bringing in Mr. Summerson and the Bomber Grind to provide drinks to all staff members. Happy Friday! #Celebrate379
We are hiring! #Celebrate379
25 days ago, USD379 Communications
Blue, orange, and white hiring flyer with the Wakefield Bombers logo and a megaphone. Wakefield seeks a middle school boys’ basketball coach for the 2026–27 season. Apply at usd379.org under Employment by selecting “Coaching/Supplemental 2026–27.” For questions, contact Board Clerk August Clark at 785-632-3176 or augustzeller@usd379.org.
Today, on National Custodians Day, we celebrate USD 379’s custodians and maintenance crews!

Their work is woven into every school day. The clean classrooms that welcome our students, the cared-for grounds, the spaces ready for the next game, concert, or community gathering. Behind each of those things are people who take pride in our schools and care about everyone who walks through our doors.

Much of their work happens without much fanfare. We want our crews to know we see their effort, appreciate their dedication, and recognize the difference they make for our students and staff.

Thank you for the countless ways you show up for USD 379. You help make our schools places we’re proud to call ours.

Please join us in thanking these valued members of our school family! #Celebrate379
28 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 graphic with blue and orange accents reads, “Thank you to all of our custodial and grounds staff for your hard work and dedication!” Celebrating Custodian Appreciation Day, Friday, October 2. Honorees include CCCHS: Travis Christian, Brad Judy, and Troy Lange; CCCMS: Michael Houchin and Jeremy Lund; GES: Starr Meireis; LES: Skylee Gordon and Phil Kasper; Wakefield: James Dunlap and Christer Langley; SAC Office: Deanna Barleen; Grounds and Maintenance: Craig Easterberg, Jeff Ochs, and Jason Tholstrup.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation treated Lincoln and Bus Barn staff yesterday to free drinks from Chilly Hillbilly and 4th and Torch Coffee. Special thanks to Audrey Keim and the Stapp family for fighting through the rain (again) to serve our staff. The Excellence Foundation is proud to support our fantastic staff while also supporting local businesses. #Celebrate379
29 days ago, USD379 Communications
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation treated Lincoln and Bus Barn staff yesterday by bringing in the Chilly Hillbilly and 4th and Torch Coffee to provide free drinks.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation treated Lincoln and Bus Barn staff yesterday by bringing in the Chilly Hillbilly and 4th and Torch Coffee to provide free drinks.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation treated Lincoln and Bus Barn staff yesterday by bringing in the Chilly Hillbilly and 4th and Torch Coffee to provide free drinks.
The USD 379 Excellence Foundation treated Lincoln and Bus Barn staff yesterday by bringing in the Chilly Hillbilly and 4th and Torch Coffee to provide free drinks.
Mrs. Affolter's Teaching as a Career class and the Clay County Medical Center are partnering to host a Halloween Costume Boo-Tique and collect gently used and new costumes for kids in USD 379 who might not otherwise get to wear something fun on the 31st. More info below! #Celebrate379
29 days ago, USD379 Communications
Orange-and-black Halloween Costume “Boo-tique” donation flyer decorated with ghosts, bats, pumpkins, and spiderwebs. Organized by CCMC and the Teaching as a Career class at CCCHS to benefit USD 379 students in need. Accepting new and used costumes in all sizes October 1–November 6. No blood/gore, fake weapons, makeup, or face paint. Drop-off locations: Clay County Medical Center, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Patterson’s Healthmart Pharmacy, United Bank and Trust, Lincoln Elementary School, Garfield Elementary School, Clay Center Community Middle School, and Clay Center Community High School.
Thanks to our 5 Year Employees from the Excellence Foundation! #Celebrate379
30 days ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 Excellence Foundation graphic titled “High Fives for 5 Years!” features photos of 14 employees recognized for five years of service: Shannon Appleby, CCCMS para; Lindsay Bloomdahl, district nurse; Kelsie Brenneman, CCCHS ELA/journalism; Sarah Cott, Garfield counselor; Mikhaela Craig, CCCHS/Garfield health and P.E.; James Dunlap, Wakefield custodian; Lisa Last, district counselor; Troy Lange, CCCHS custodian; Starr Meireis, Garfield custodian; Wylie Pumarlo, Bus Barn mechanic; Linda Riggle, bus driver; Megan Siebold, Lincoln kindergarten; Jason Walsh, CCCMS science; and Erika Willmann, TLEC assistant director. Each received a recognition pin and a $5 gift card to The Bomber Grind, Ginger’s Uptown, or Short Stop. Closing message: “We appreciate the fact that you have chosen to come—and stay—in USD 379! Thank you!”
We are hiring! #Celebrate379
about 1 month ago, USD379 Communications
Hiring flyer for a paraprofessional at Clay Center Community High School through Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative. The position supports students and classroom instruction and offers competitive pay starting at $13.80–$16.05 or more per hour, benefits, paid time off, a supportive team and professional growth opportunities. Apply at usd379.org/jobs or contact Erica Bammes at ericabammes@usd379.org or 785-632-3176, ext. 1229.
Congratulations to the USD 379 Horizon Award nominees! #Celebrate379
about 1 month ago, USD379 Communications
Blue-and-orange USD 379 graphic congratulating KSDE Horizon Award recipients Mrs. Koppes, Lincoln Elementary first-grade teacher, and Mr. Wildeman, CCCHS science teacher. The Horizon Award recognizes exemplary new teachers whose performance distinguishes them as outstanding. Photos of both recipients and the USD 379 logo are included.
Bring non-perishable food items to the home volleyball game on Thursday to help KAY club stock the shelves at the Lighthouse.
about 1 month ago, KaCee James
Food Drive
We are hiring! #Celebrate379
about 1 month ago, USD379 Communications
USD 379 hiring graphic featuring a yellow school bus in a bus barn. The full-time bus barn assistant position offers flexible hours and $16–$20 per hour. Duties include fueling and transporting vehicles, washing, maintenance, substitute routes, overtime and occasional activity trips. A CDL is preferred but not required; USD 379 pays for training, testing and a physical. Apply at usd379.org or call 785-632-5373.
The USD 379 Bus Barn is continuing their “School Bus Behavior Awards” this year. Each driver nominates a regular rider who exemplifies good behavior and shows respect for both the driver and the other passengers.
All nominees went into a hat, and one name was drawn as September's winner. That student is Killian from the Honey Badger bus. Killian was awarded gifts donated by Ferguson Rexall Drugs, Kier’s Thriftway, Tasty Pastry Bakery, and O’Reilly Auto Parts. Killian is pictured with his bus driver, Andrea Ferguson. #Celebrate379
about 1 month ago, USD379 Communications
The USD 379 Bus Barn is continuing their “School Bus Behavior Awards” this year. Each driver nominates a regular rider who exemplifies good behavior and shows respect for both the driver and the other passengers. All nominees went into a hat, and one name was drawn as September's winner. That student is Killian from the Honey Badger bus. Killian was awarded gifts donated by Ferguson Rexall Drugs, Kier’s Thriftway, Tasty Pastry Bakery, and O’Reilly Auto Parts.  Killian is pictured with his bus driver, Andrea Ferguson.