District News:
#BetterTogether, #WeAreInThisTogether, #TheLearningContinues: We want to hear from you. As you are aware, we have had a really positive response on social media to our #FacesOfEmporiaSchools over the past 18 months. We would like to take that a step further and include new experiences and success stories that are occurring as we have implemented our continuous learning plan. Thank you to those of you who have already shared your latest story with us. This is open to all USD 253 staff, students, parents, guardians, and community members. Please send your quote and a selfie or photo of you in action to
[email protected]
Please share your favorite part about being part of the #USD253Family. Feel free to use one of the following sentence starters or use something else that resonates with you.
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a student, staff, or family success story,
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something new I have learned as a result of transitioning to distance learning,
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how learning has changed for me or my students,
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as a result of this new experience, I've realized,
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given this new experience, I will take this concept back to my traditional classroom,
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something I've learned about my students,
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a favorite lesson I have shared in this new learning environment is,
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something cool I've learned about my colleagues,
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now more than ever I'm supportive of,
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now more than ever is a time to,
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I'm a USD 253 supporter,
Extended School Year Application:
Extended School Year (ESY) will take place this summer for selected students in the district. You must have a special education endorsement or working toward one to apply for a teaching position. If you are interested in working this summer, please complete this form and submit it by May 1. If you have questions please contact Angela Harris
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Appointments:
Sheryl Leeds
assistant principal, EHS, July 2020
Justin Sargeant
director/assistant principal, Flint Hills Learning Center July 2020
Sherri Terrell
special education coordinator, Flint Hills Special Education Cooperative, July 2020
Cody Hudson
physical education, Walnut, August 2020
Taylor McDiffett
elementary education, TBD, August 2020
Cabrina Enabnit
special education teacher, EHS, August 2020
Grecia Caro
rule 10-asst girls' basketball, EMS, October 2020
Resignations:
Brett Reichert
special education, William Allen White, May 2020
Hannah Reichert
grade 1, Riverside, May 2020
Elizabeth Belt
early childhood special education/preschool, Maynard Early Childhood Center, May 2020
Megan Gerard
grade 3 Timmerman Elementary, May 2020
Joanna Kessinger
grade 8 language arts, EMS, May 2020
Treva Gulick
school psychologist, Flint Hills Special Education Cooperative, May 2020
Russell Swanson
grade 6 science, EMS, May 2020
Retirement:
Marina Zeller
teacher aide, Walnut Elementary, May 2020
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Thank you to our food service team who has served over 40,000 meals since March 18th.
Board Approvals:
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minutes of April 6, 2020
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treasurer's report for March 2020
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Federal IDEA VI-B grant funds for 2020-21
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three year $45,000 grant from the Walter S. and Evan C. Jones Testamentary Trust for the Spartan Stop, three equal installments of $15,000 per year
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let food service bids for 2020-21
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fees to the National School Boards Association Connection program for 2020-21 in the amount of $4,165
Board Reports:
Building For The Future Update:
Zach Snethen, HTK Architects reported that progress towards the first three construction projects continues even though face to face interactions have all been moved to zoom meetings. This past week nearly 100 students and teachers were able to review the current schematic design plans and provide feedback. The feedback from stakeholders is crucial in refining the plans and continue with design features. HTK is also in regular communication with McCownGordon. They are reviewing the plans to ensure the scope of all work needed, aligns with the budget for each project. McCownGordon is providing preliminary schematic design estimates so that each dollar can be spent in the most effective way.
COVID-19 Updates:
The board received updates regarding the district's response to COVID-19 on several topics.
Teaching and Learning
Food Service
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Over 40,000 meals have been served since Grab and Go began on March 18th
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Beginning the week of April 27, meals will be served on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Students will receive meals for two days on Tuesday and Thursday.
Cares Act Resources
EHS Graduation
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Mr. Fischer is working with a group of senior leaders and parents for input to determine details of a virtual graduation on Sunday, May 17th.
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The district has purchased yard signs to recognize all EHS and Flint Hills Learning Center graduates. Signs will be distributed to students homes by the district.
Emergency Operations Plan
Technology
Future Board Calendar Dates:
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Wednesday, May 27, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 7:00 p.m., Board Meeting, Mary Herbert Education Center
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Members of The Emporia Board of Education
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Emporia Public Schools
1700 W 7th Ave
Emporia, Kansas 66801
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