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USD 308: Brief Police Presence at Lincoln Elementary

Wednesday, March 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On the afternoon of Wednesday, March 29, 2023, Lincoln Elementary experienced a soft lockdown after advisement from law enforcement due to a potential incident in the neighborhood surrounding the school. Students were dismissed on time and there was a brief police presence... Read More.

Middle School Teachers Present to USD 308 BOE

Monday, March 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The USD 308 Board of Education heard from the Redesign Team from Hutchinson Middle School - 7 at their meeting on Monday (March 27, 2023). March is Middle School Education Month, and the Redesign Team from HMS-7 presented their plans and current... Read More.

Hutchinson USD 308 BOE Approves Boundary Shift

Monday, March 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The USD 308 Board of Education approved a boundary shift for Graber Elementary and McCandless Elementary at their meeting on Monday (March 13, 2023). At the March 13, 2023, meeting, Deputy Superintendent, Krystal Young, presented the boundary shift to Board members for... Read More.

Registration Open for Buhler USD 313’s Summer STEAM Camp

Friday, March 10

BUHLER, Kan. – Registration is underway for Buhler USD 313’s Summer STEAM Camp.Open to current Buhler students exiting 2nd through 7th grades, the camp will take place across two sessions, June 5-9 and June 12-16.Possible topics include bubble and pop, bakery science, rockets and... Read More.

USD 308 BOE Learns More about HCTEA and Elementary Art

Tuesday, February 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The USD 308 Board of Education heard presentations on Career & Technical Education and Elementary Art at their meeting on Monday (February 27, 2023). February is Career & Technical Education Month, and student officers from Hutchinson Career & Technical Education Academy presented... Read More.

USD 418 Athletic Facility Campaign Holds Public Launch with Match Opportunity

Friday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. – The McPherson Public Schools Capital Campaign committee has announced a $100,000 matching funds opportunity for the “Fund the Field” capital campaign project, incenting district patrons to reach the $1 million goal by Aug. 1, 2023.Through private donations, over $800,000 has already... Read More.

USD 308 BOE Minutes: Board Approves Suspended Batting Cages for HHS

Tuesday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The USD 308 Board of Education approved the purchase of two new suspended batting cages for Hutchinson High School at their meeting on Monday (February 13, 2023).Director of Support Services, Robert Williams, and HHS Director of Athletics and Activities, Jon McLean,... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 BOE Extends Building Principal, Superintendent Contracts; Vocal Music Teacher Greg Bontrager Submits Resignation

Tuesday, February 14

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio BUHLER, Kan. – The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education last night approved contract extensions for administrative staff including building principals and for Superintendent Cindy Couchman. All contracts were extended one year, which for Couchman extends her contract through... Read More.

Nominations Being Accepted for USD 308 Classified, Certified Employees of the Year

Thursday, February 9

Hutchinson, Kan. – Nominations are being sought by USD 308 Staff, Families, and Community Partners for the 2022-2023 Classified Employee of the Year and the Certified Employee of the Year.Any certified staff member may be nominated for the Certified Employee of the Year. This... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Announces Preschool and Kindergarten Roundup Dates

Thursday, February 2

BUHLER, Kan. – Buhler USD 313 has announced dates for their upcoming preschool and kindergarten roundup. The district offers free half-day preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds and low-cost half day child care in the same building.Roundup dates will be held on Monday, March 6th... Read More.

USD 418 School Board Finalizes Scope of Bond After Months of Community Input

Wednesday, February 1

MCPHERSON, Kan. – The USD 418 Board of Education is finalizing a facility proposal this week, after over a year and a half of work on the project.The $88 million proposal focuses on upgrading aging high school facilities with a new academic building for... Read More.

Inman USD 448 Names New Superintendent

Monday, January 30

INMAN, Kan. – Stephen Jowers has been named the new Superintendent of Schools for Inman USD 448.Jowers, one of two finalists interviewed by the Board of Education last week, is currently in his second year as superintendent of school in Madison/Virgil USD 386 in... Read More.