Thank you, USD 379 parents!
UPDATE! Due to the anticipated weather conditions, tonight's Boys Basketball game has been postponed. A makeup date is pending.
Thank you
UPDATE! Due to the potential weather forecasted tonight's game has been postponed. Makeup date is pending...
Thank you
Join us this evening to cheer on our Bengal Basketball teams as the Boys kick off their season at home at 4:30 PM! Admission prices are $4.00 for adults and $2.00 for students, while Bengal students can enjoy the game for free. The schedule for the games is as follows: 7th Grade: The ‘A’ team will start their game at 4:30 PM, followed by the ‘B’ team 10 minutes after the first game ends in the District Gym. 8th Grade: The ‘A’ team will also tip off at 4:30 PM, with the ‘B’ team playing 10 minutes after the conclusion of the first game in the CCCMS Gym. We hope to see you there to support our teams!
January is National Mentoring Month. USD 379 participates in the Teammates mentoring program, which is funded by the Clay Counts Coalition.
According to TeamMates data, 84% of mentors report that they return to their workplace/home more engaged after mentoring. What are you waiting for? Join the team! Contact lisalast@usd379.org for more information or to sign up.
What goes into a USD 379 snow day? This video is a behind-the-scenes look at the January 2025 snowstorm that dropped a record 16+ inches in parts of Clay County. It shows the district's preparation before the storm and highlights what went into getting our buildings ready to open again.
https://youtu.be/KBN4iTejiek
Today, we are thrilled to announce our first "Like a Champion" recognition for 2025, and this award goes to a truly deserving student: Cayden Schwab! Cayden is an exceptional athlete, but what Mr. Brummet values most about him is the positive influence he has on his classmates. He is respected and has the remarkable ability to transform the culture within our school. Many of our most vulnerable students have noted that Cayden is someone who will step up, stand by them, and offer support in difficult times. Nominated by Mr. Brummet, it's clear that Cayden's impact resonates with all the staff at CCCMS. We are fortunate to have him as a proud member of the Bengal community!
USD 379 will be on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025. There will be no AM preschool. CCCHS, CCCMS and Wakefield will start at 10:10am. LES and GES will start at 10:25am.
Lisa Last is once again hosting a FREE parenting course through USD 379 and funded by the Clay Counts Coalition.
USD 379 will be closed on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025. No school or activities.
All USD 379 sites, including the Stuart Administrative Center, will be closed on Monday, January 6th, 2025.
USD 379 will be closed on Monday, January 6th, 2025. No school or activities.
Today's "Like a Champion" Call of the Day is sure to warm your heart, as we celebrate Jace Kloft! During band class, they played a game involving rhythms, and Jace emerged as the competition winner. However, instead of keeping his prize for himself, Jace chose to give it to a classmate who had come in second place. His friend had been feeling down, but Jace’s generous act turned that around and brought a big smile to his face. This moment truly made everyone in the class feel like winners! Keep it up, Jace! Your commitment to Habit 4, "Think Win-Win," really shines through in your everyday actions!
We are incredibly proud of our 8th Grade Lady Bengals for their outstanding basketball season! They returned home last night as the NCKL runners-up. Excellent job, ladies!
This week, we are excited to present the "Like a Champion" Pillar of Leadership award to Mr. Kelly! He has been doing an outstanding job embodying Habit 5, "Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood," particularly through his engaging vocabulary lessons. Many students have started incorporating the new words they learn into their everyday conversations. Mr. Kelly also excels at Habit 4, "Think Win-Win." He consistently creates a warm and inviting classroom environment, and the pleasant aroma of freshly brewed coffee adds to the welcoming atmosphere! Additionally, Mr. Kelly has demonstrated exceptional skills in using Habit 6, "Synergize." During 6th hour, he invites some of his students to assist in moving and setting up wrestling mats. Their teamwork made a challenging task much more manageable and was greatly appreciated. We are truly fortunate to have dedicated educators like Mr. Kelly in our school!
"The “other” Mr. Lane’s PAWS class is in the spotlight this week. Do we like being the center of attention? Absolutely not. We are introverts to the core. But we love learning about things they are passionate about, such as technology, science, and social studies. Our group loves hands on in our learning and we enjoy having a creative outlet and to build things. The thing we enjoy the most is being social with our friends." Ian Lane
Today, we are proud to recognize Jamis Pumarlo and his partner as our "Like a Champion" Call of the Day recipients. Throughout the year, Jamis and his sidekick have been embracing Habit 6 with their delightful morning announcements. Jamis kicks off the day with a funny dad joke that breaks the ice, and his partner follows up by reciting the pledge of allegiance. Together, they create a fantastic synergy that sets a positive tone for our school day!
*Both students were nominated by Jeremy Lund*
Wishing the Lady Bengals the best of luck in the final rounds of NCKL today! They will be competing in the Main Gym located at 436 W 10th St, Concordia, KS. The first game is set to begin at 4:30 PM, followed by placement games starting 30 minutes after the conclusion of the initial match. Let's Go Bengals! #bengalstrong
This is a reminder that tomorrow is an early release day, with dismissal at 11:45 AM. Our food service will provide a sack lunch. We wish you all a safe and enjoyable Winter Break! Classes will resume on January 6, 2025.
The 7th grade choir class sang at the Clay County Medical Center today and caroled in the hallways
8th Grade Teacher update from Topeka....
Still Smiling no signs of distress. 😂
