The district will hold a Special Board of Education Meeting tomorrow, December 1, 2020, at 7:00 pm via Zoom to discuss Middle and High School Winter Activities.
The meeting can be viewed live on our District’s YouTube Channel at https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
The meeting agenda can be found on our website at https://www.usd450.net/district/board-of-education/agendas-minutes
Patrons who wish to comment on an agenda item or under public comment can email our Board Clerk (hoyers@usd450.net) before 12:00 pm Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Comments will be forwarded to the Board of Education Members, but they will not be read aloud during the Board Meeting.
The Wellness Society has shared their Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook with us as a tool to build resilience during difficult times. An English and Spanish version is now part of our Coronavirus resources on our website at: https://www.usd450.net/community/monitoring-coronavirus
Wishing you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
Did you see? Tecumseh came in at number 3 for the most fit city in Kansas!
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Online sales don’t have collection dates. This means any cards sold on any day will be eligible for all of the additional BONUS PRIZES!
MAJOR SAVER has extended this campaign until December 17th! Prizes will be delivered to the school when we resume classes.
Good Luck to all of you!
Celebrate AEW: Thank you to all of our volunteers! You give us the support we just can't do without.
Did you know the first observance of American Education Week occurred December 4-10, 1921?
Thank you for celebrating American Education Week with us!
The Shawnee Heights Public Schools Foundation is offering their annual Major Saver Cards! Our schools will move to Full-Remote learning Monday, November 23, 2020, so this campaign will be ran remotely as well. Cards will be sold by students in an online format and mailed to the purchaser.
Major Saver card purchases help benefit all of our schools who participate. Since 2013, the Shawnee Heights Public Schools Foundation has helped raise nearly $171,000 with the Major Saver Program.
Looking to purchase a card? Reach out to a Shawnee Heights student to ask for their personal online link or visit www.majorsaver.com to purchase a card and select a Shawnee Heights student.
Parents & Students: Watch the video https://youtu.be/5lkj_DYMWUw to see details on selling the card.
Celebrate AEW: Thank you to our substitute teachers! We recognize that effective substitute teachers make a significant contribution to our schools.
Did you know that in 1921, the NEA in Des Moines, Iowa, called for a designation of one week each year to spotlight education?
AEW Celebration - Thank an Education Support Professional today. ESP Day was first celebrated in 1987 after NEA's Rep Assembly called on the organization to honor the contributions of all school support staff. This year we have seen ESPs go above and beyond as they work to meet the needs of our school communities in the midst of a pandemic. #aew2020 #WeLoveOurESPs
AEW Celebration - Thank you to our families for your support of our district and students.
Did you know that 25% of our country's WWI draftees were illiterate? The NEA and the American Legion met in 1919 to seek ways to generate public support for education.
This week celebrate American Education Week! AEW celebrates public education. Thank you to all our educators for their service and dedication to our district.
Did you know that the National Education Association was one of the creators and original sponsors of AEW? #aew2020
Following Shawnee County guidance, the district will hold the Board of Education Meeting scheduled for tonight, November 16, 2020, at 7:00 pm via Zoom. The meeting can be viewed live on our District’s YouTube Channel at https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
The meeting agenda can be found on our website at https://www.usd450.net/district/board-of-education/agendas-minutes/1284-november-16-2020
Patrons who wish to comment on an agenda item or under public comment can email our Board Clerk (hoyers@usd450.net) before 12:00 pm today, Monday, November 16, 2020. Comments will be forwarded to the Board of Education Members, but they will not be read aloud during the Board Meeting.
The 3 W's of COVID-19 Safety Guidelines
Wear your mast in public.
Wash or sanitize your hands often.
Watch your distance and observe proper social distancing guidelines.
These practices maintain a safe community for us all.
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There are a few more virtual seats left for this Real-World Parenting - Helping Your Child Manage Anger presentation tonight. Register now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/helping-your-child-manage-anger-tickets-127791272135
Honoring all Veterans on Veterans Day. We thank you for your service and sacrifices you have made. We are forever grateful!
Don't forget to give! Blood Drive tomorrow Wednesday, November 11th from 7:30AM - 1:30PM at the High School. See details in the flyer below:
Blood Drive next Wednesday, November 11th from 7:30AM - 1:30PM at the High School. See details in the flyer below:
⏰ Today is Election Day!
🗳 If you received an advance ballot, don't forget to return it. You can return it to the election office OR any of the polling places today.
🖊 Your Vote Matters! Happy voting!
We apologize for the interruption in tonight broadcast of the Board meeting. We are working to fix the streaming issue. We will be sure to send out an email tomorrow summarizing the board's discussions. Thank you.
The Board meeting tonight, November 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., will be back in the Shawnee Heights High School Professional Development Room.
The meeting can be viewed live on our District's YouTube Channel at: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Find the the meeting agenda at: https://www.usd450.net/district/board-of-education/agendas-minutes
There will be limited space in the PD room. Please wear your mask and practice social distancing if you will be in attendance.
We will continue Public Comments in-person at the board meeting; however, we will not be reading Public Comments that are emailed during the meeting. In-Person Public Comments will remain 5 minutes or less. Please sign up for Public Comments at the meeting before 6:55 p.m. A sign-up sheet will be made available. Patrons are still welcome to submit Public Comments via email. They will be forwarded to each board member to review. Submit emailed Public Comments to our Board Clerk (hoyers@usd450.net).
