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Task Force: Kansas Schools Should Ban Cellphones for All Students

Wednesday, October 23

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education say they want to offer guidelines to local districts but don’t plan to impose statewide restrictions. Cellphone policies, like budget or curriculum decisions, are ultimately up to local school boards. By Suzanne Perez, KMUW/Kansas News Service WICHITA,... Read More.

Volleyball Tigers Host Seven Schools in Pre-Season Scrimmage

Friday, August 16

-- CENTRAL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE ATHLETICS RELEASE -- McPherson, Kan. (CCCTigers.com) – The Central Christian College of Kansas Women's Volleyball program hosted a scrimmage including seven area colleges in what was a fun filled day packed with a lot of volleyball. The participating colleges were... Read More.

USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, Announces Significant Wage Increases Across All Staff Levels

Tuesday, August 13

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Aug. 12, 2024) — USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, is proud to announce significant wage adjustments following the successful settlement of the professional negotiated agreement on August 12, 2024. These changes reflect the district's commitment to remaining competitive in... Read More.

Jo Unruh, Connie Grennan and Nikolous Rempe Named 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt Winners

Thursday, May 9

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The theme of the 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunts factored into both the hunt's virtual location and where the medallion was found.Nikolous Rempe found the medallion early Wednesday morning at the base of a tree... Read More.

All Schools Day Button Hunt

Monday, April 29

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Licenses are now on sale for the 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt, sponsored by First Bank Kansas and Peoples Bank and Trust.Again, this year there will be two hunts, one for a medallion featuring this year's... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Compromise Legislation to Provide Greater Flexibility for Schools to Determine State Aid

Friday, April 19

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today signed Senate Bill 73, amending the process for determining school district enrollment under the Kansas School Equity and Enhancement Act (KSEEA). “This bill represents a crucial step in ensuring that our... Read More.

Thomas Jackson Named Lincoln Elementary Principal for SY2024/25

Monday, March 25

By McPherson Public Schools McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Public Schools is proud to announce that Mr. Thomas (TJ) Jackson will serve as the Principal at Lincoln Elementary School for the 2024/25 school year.Mr. Jackson currently serves as the principal at Canton-Galva Elementary School and is... Read More.

Patrol Participates in Seat Belt Enforcement Near Area Schools

Friday, February 23

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol will join other law enforcement agencies from Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma in partnership with the Seat Belts are For Everyone (SAFE) program for a two-week seat belt enforcement beginning Monday, February 26 through Friday,... Read More.

2024 All Schools Day Button Design Selected

Wednesday, February 21

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The All Schools Day Committee announced the winner of the 2024 All Schools Day button design today.Angela Hall of McPherson submitted the winning design, which captures this year’s All Schools Day theme “Stories That Live Forever.”"We think it's just stunning!"... Read More.

USD 308 Hutchinson Public Schools Board of Education Vacancy

Monday, February 19

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education is accepting applications from community members who would like to be considered for the vacant board member position. The board member appointed to fill the vacancy will serve from upon appointment through... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Seeks Nominations for Outstanding USD 308 Staff

Friday, February 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Nominations are currently being accepted for staff in USD 308 who execute the district's day-to-day operations, educate students, provide nurturing environments, and have made an impact on a student's or your life. "We believe our staff brings valuable assets to the District... Read More.

2024 All Schools Day Button Contest Entries Due Feb. 16

Friday, February 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — The deadline to submit entries for the McPherson County All Schools Day Button Contest is coming up fast!The ASD Button Contest is open to all area residents and entries must be submitted to the ASD Committee at PO Box 115, McPherson... Read More.