🌟 Congratulations to Pam Hook for receiving the first Spotlight Award of the school year! 🎉 Pam’s positivity and dedication have made a huge impact, especially with efforts in recruiting bus drivers to support our district.
We’re grateful for Pam and all she brings to the Shawnee Heights family! ❤️ Help us congratulate Pam in the comments 👇 and let us know who else inspires you in our schools!
💡 Want to recognize a Shawnee Heights staff member who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for a Spotlight Award through our USD 450 Spotlight Award Nomination Form https://bit.ly/USD450Spotlight – we’re all about celebrating those who make a difference! 🌠
#ShawneeHeightsProud #SpotlightAward #ItsAGreatDayToBeATbird
Board of Education Meeting tonight, November 4, at 7:00 pm in the Shawnee Heights High School PD Room. Join us or watch at: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda & minutes: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
📰 The First Quarter Newsletter for the 2024-2025 school year is here! Inside, you’ll find:
✨ Superintendent Reflections
💸 Major Saver Fundraiser
🔒 Security Communication
📊 2024-2025 Budget Info
🌟 Horizon Award Nominees
🏆 Teacher of the Year Nominees
📢 Communication Survey Results
Read the 2024-2025 First Quarter Newsletter here: https://secure.smore.com/n/7bjc4
Thank you for staying connected as we celebrate our achievements and keep you informed! #ShawneeHeightsUSD450 #TogetherWeThrive
🌟 Happy Instructional Coach Appreciation Day! 🌟
Today, we celebrate the amazing work of our instructional coaches! 🙌 Their dedication to supporting our teachers and enhancing student learning makes a huge impact every day. From fostering growth to sharing best practices, we are so grateful for all they do!
Let’s give a big THANK YOU to our Instructional Coaches for their guidance, collaboration, and inspiration. 🎉👏
(Pictured L-R: Jodie Medina, Wendy Lunsford-Baruth, Beth Baldwin, Sheila Lewis, Shannon O'Connor, Stacie Westermann)
#InstructionalCoachAppreciationDay #ThankYou #TeachingExcellence
✨ Lights, Camera, Action! Our halls were packed with so many fun costumes today. 🧙♀️🦸♂️🧛♀️ Don't forget—no school for students tomorrow, November 1, 2024. Our teachers will be busy with a little "learning magic" of their own. ✨📚
Have a safe Halloween night, enjoy the day off, and an extra helping of Halloween candy! 🍬
🎓✨ Our SHHS students had the opportunity to attend Washburn University's Health Professions Day! Senior Ady Gonzales even walked away with a $1,000 scholarship! 💰👏
https://www.wibw.com/2024/10/17/health-professions-day-gives-students-look-washburn-programs/
In addition, our school counselors took students to Washburn Tech's Open House to explore even more career pathways. We're excited to continue providing students with hands-on learning experiences like these in the future!
With healthcare making up 1 in 8 jobs in Kansas, we're proud to help our students discover the opportunities close to home.
#SHHSThunderbirds #FutureHealthPros #WashburnUniversity #WashburnTech #CareerExploration #HealthCareCareers
Visit our Community Opportunities page, availabe on the home page of every district and school website. Check out another 👻 Trick-or-Treat event, 🐴 4-H Enrollment Information, and 🚔 Sheriff Brian Hill presents The K-9 Games! https://bit.ly/494sUFP
🌟 Building character and creativity! 🌟
At Shawnee Heights, all our schools work with the 8 Keys of Excellence, a character education program that helps guide our students toward a positive future filled with confidence, teamwork, leadership, and life principles.
This month, second graders at Tecumseh North embraced the key of "Failure Leads to Success" with a fun challenge—building the tallest paper tower using only paper! 📄✨ No glue, no tape, no staples.
There were some topples, but every misstep taught them valuable lessons about perseverance and success. We're so proud of their creativity and determination! 👏✨
The 8 Keys of Excellence: Integrity, Failure Leads to Success, Speak with Good Purpose, This is It, Commitment, Ownership, Flexibility, and Balance. 💪
We love seeing our students live out the 8 Keys each day!
#8KeysofExcellence #FailureLeadsToSuccess #TecumsehNorthElementary #CharacterEducation #Teamwork #GrowthMindset
🚍 Happy School Transportation Appreciation Day! 🚍
Today, we celebrate the amazing drivers, mechanics, and transportation staff who go the extra mile to ensure our students arrive safely every day. Rain, snow, or shine, their dedication makes all the difference!
Let's show them some love in the comments or with a smile when you see them! 💙💛
Thank you to our incredible transportation team for all you do! 👏👏👏
🎥 Watch our Transporation Appreciation Day dedication video: https://youtu.be/7ZpfxGB1ytY
#SchoolTransportationAppreciationDay #ThankYou
🎃🌽 Get Ready for a Spooky Night! 🌽🎃
Join the Shawnee Heights Orchestra and Drama Club on Friday, October 25th, from 6-10 PM at Shively Farms (5840 SE Croco Rd) for a Haunted Corn Maze! 👻
Not only will you get a fright in the maze, but you’ll also enjoy live music from the Steve Kile Band 🎶 and all the fun Shively Farms has to offer.
✨ Pro Tip: Bring a flashlight for added adventure!
🍿 Snacks & Drinks provided by Poppin’ Squeeze and Unique Treats!
🎟 Tickets: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate. Grab yours now ➡️ https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/shawnee-heights-high-school/66f4409b5eee320e3b2eea5a
We can’t wait to see you there for a night of thrills and fun! 💀🌾 #HauntedCornMaze #ShawneeHeights #SteveKileBand #FallFun #SupportTheArts
🗓️ Parent/Teacher Conferences are coming up! 🗓️
Make sure to mark your calendars and meet with your student’s teachers to stay connected on their progress!
📅 Conference Schedule
Tuesday, Oct. 22: 4-8 PM (Grades 7-12)
Wednesday, Oct. 23: 4-8 PM (PreK-6)
Thursday, Oct. 24: All Day (PreK-12)
📌 No School on Thursday, Oct. 24th & Friday, Oct. 25th!
We look forward to seeing you at conferences! 😊 #ParentTeacherConferences
🚌 It's National School Bus Safety Week! 🚸 Let's work together to keep our students safe. Remember always to stop when you see the stop sign extended on a school bus—whether you're behind or approaching from the opposite direction. 🛑 Check out the graphic below to know exactly when to stop.
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #BusStopSafety #SafeKidsSafeCommunity
Join us tonight, October 21, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the SHMS Library for the Board of Education meeting. The Middle School will be presenting their site council report.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
🎃🚗 Join us for Trunk or Treat with Shawnee Heights FFA! 🎃🚗
📅 October 16th
🕕 6:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 Shawnee Heights Middle School
Come in costume or as you are and enjoy safe, family-friendly fun! Bring the whole family for an evening full of treats and Halloween cheer. 👻🍬
#TrunkOrTreat #ShawneeHeightsFFA #FamilyFun #HalloweenFun #CommunityEvent
Reminder: No school on Monday, October 14, 2024, for students due to a Teacher Work Day. 📚🍎 Enjoy the long weekend! 😊 #TeacherWorkDay
⏰ Last call! Our FREE Childcare Professional Development Event is tomorrow!
🧠 Don’t miss this in-person class at Shawnee Heights High School tomorrow, Saturday, October 12, from 9:15 AM to 11:45 AM. Learn about the brain science behind social-emotional development in young children and pick up strategies you can use every day!
📞 There's still time to register—call 785-357-5171 or sign up here: https://bit.ly/3Br7DLc
#EarlyChildhoodEducation #ShawneeHeightsUSD450 #ProfessionalDevelopment
🎉 We're excited to announce our 2024 Elementary Teacher of the Year, Kaylyn Bruns! 🎉
🍎✨Mrs. Bruns, a dedicated Kindergarten teacher at Berryton Elementary, is known for creating a supportive, inclusive classroom where every student thrives. Her hands-on teaching style, focus on social-emotional growth, and strong connections with families make her a standout educator. 💡💙
Mrs. Bruns was surprised by the Administration and BOE Members in her classroom today. Azura Credit Union presented her with a $250 check.
Join us in celebrating Mrs. Bruns and wishing her the best as she represents Shawnee Heights in the Kansas Teacher of the Year program! 👏🎉
#TOY #ExcellenceInEducation #BerrytonElementary
🚍 We're Hiring! 🚍 Shawnee Heights USD 450 is looking for dedicated School Bus Drivers and Substitute Teachers! If you love working with kids and want a rewarding job, we want you on our team!
🌟 Bus Drivers:
💵 Starting at $20.62/hour (4-hour daily guarantee for 2 routes)
🏥 Paid medical insurance
👧👦 Bring your children to work with you
🎓 CDL training provided
Substitute Teachers:
💵 $125/day
💵 $135/day for 10+ years of experience
💵 $230/day for long-term positions (starting on the 11th day)
Interested? Apply today!
🔗 Bus Drivers: https://bit.ly/USD450BusDriver
🔗 Substitute Teachers: https://bit.ly/USD450Sub
Join us and make a difference in our students' lives every day! 💙 #ShawneeHeights #USD450 #Hiring #SchoolBusDrivers #SubstituteTeachers #MakeADifference
Last night, the Board of Education recognized one of our students, Ethan Jamison, and his father, Josh Jamison, for their remarkable actions on Saturday, September 28th.
While on their way home from the homecoming dance, Ethan and his father came across a man who urgently needed medical assistance. Without hesitation, they called 911 and stayed with the man until emergency services arrived. Ethan and his father's attentiveness and quick response potentially saved a life that night. In a world where many people may choose to look the other way, Ethan and his father's actions remind us of the compassion and care within our community.
We are incredibly proud to have families like the Jamison's a part of our Shawnee Heights community. Thank you to the Jamison's for stepping up in a critical moment! #ProudToBeATBird #CommunityStrong #TbirdHeroes
🌟 We're proud to announce our 2024 Secondary Teacher of the Year, Nicolas Carr! 🎶
Mr. Carr, SHHS Vocal Music Teacher, goes above and beyond to build strong connections with his students, creating a safe and inspiring space. 💙🎤 Last year, students voted him Most Inspirational Teacher - a true testament to his dedication. In addition to his incredible connections with his students, Mr. Carr's expertise in instrumental and vocal music has greatly enriched our music program.
🏆 Mr. Carr was surprised in his classroom by Administration, BOE members, and Azura Credit Union. Azura Credit Union presented him with a $250 check for his outstanding dedication.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Carr on this amazing recognition! 👏🎉 And wish him luck as he applies for Kansas Teacher of the Year! 🎶🏆
#TOY #ExcellenceInEducation #ShawneeHeightsHighSchool
