Check out schedule for underclassmen below. It will also be sent in the mail.
May 5, 2020
Parents, Students, and Patrons
I wanted to write a quick note to clear up any misunderstandings concerning the upcoming graduation ceremonies at USD 218.
The Morton County Health Department, Morton County Attorney, Morton County Commissioners, and City Administration have been outstanding advocates as USD 218 has worked to devise a commencement plan that would stay within the guidelines of Governor Kelly’s Executive Order 20-29, and allow us to honor our graduating seniors. Every decision concerning this matter was made in the best interest of our school and the graduates. If you get a chance, please let these individuals know how much we appreciate their tireless commitment to our Community.
USD 218 will be hosting virtual graduation ceremonies for Point Rock Alternative High School on Saturday, May 9th at 2:00 PM and Elkhart High School on Sunday, May 17th at 2:00 PM. Details will be forthcoming.
Sincerely,
Rex Richardson, Superintendent
USD 218
Blue and Gold FFA products are on their way! We will be receiving their truck on Thursday MAY 14th at 12:00 we will follow standard Covid 19 restrictions. Juniors and seniors will pick up between 12:00-1:00 8th graders, freshman and sophomores From 1:15 until 2:00 it is mandatory that you get your products picked up we do not have the freezer space at the school. Bring ice chest for any extra storage. We will meet in the Ag shop.
Due to the governor’s executive order and the directive of County and School authorities, EHS graduation has been postponed until further notice. Senior parents may request their child's diploma as early as Wednesday by contacting the high school office.
Info for All Sports Banquet posted below! Program attached.
If someone wants an invite outside of students/ parents they need to call the HS office and give a valid email address.
Call Between 8:00 and Noon Monday- Friday
1st-4th Elementary Parents, just a reminder that today is your PE/Music assignment due date!
College Admissions Resource Document
We know during this time of uncertainty many senior students and families may have a lot of questions and concerns regarding post-secondary plans. The Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) and Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) are working together to develop resources to provide information to alleviate some of these concerns and answer important questions.
We developed a College Admissions Among COVID-19 document that provides helpful admissions and financial aid links and virtual tools from Kansas public and independent institutions, as well as college and career exploration tools and articles related to college-decision making for 2020 graduates. We hope that you find this resource helpful. The link will auto-update as additional information is added.
School Board Position Opening Information
USD #218 ~ Board of Education Vacancy
The Board of Education elected to table filling the open Board Position at the regularly scheduled meeting on April 13, 2020.
The Board will appoint a person to fill the unexpired term of Chris McCammon through December 31, 2021.
Questions concerning this vacancy should be directed to the superintendent, clerk, or any member of the board of education.
Interested "At-Large" patrons may send a letter of interest describing qualifications to Sandra Higgins, Clerk of the Board, PO Box 999, Elkhart, KS 67950.
Letters must be received by 12:00PM, May 6, 2020.
It is the Boards intent to consider filling the position at their regularly scheduled meeting on May 11, 2020.
First Published in the Tri-State News ~ March 26, 2020
US Attorney and FBI letter
Parents we have been asked to share some additional music that you can use with your singing practice. We also e-mailed it and posted it to the school Facebook page! Please use it if it helps you!
PreK-4 Parents, please take this survey concerning the implementation of our continuous learning plan. We would ask for one survey per household. Any further feedback to our implementation of the CLP, please e-mail me at amcdaniel@usd218.org
https://forms.gle/caboxHjtqMGMCoK47
Elementary students check out the school Facebook page for a STEM activity. If you choose to complete it, and post or email your results to me..., the first to do it on Thursday gets a free homework pass for the week! Thank you Mrs. Brecheisen for the fun idea!
More on National Zoo Day a couple more links....
Monterey Bay Aquarium - https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/live-cams
Atlanta Zoo's Panda Cam - https://zooatlanta.org/panda-cam/
Enjoy!
Mr. McDaniel
Today is National Zoo Day! Take a virtual tour of some zoos today. I have shared a few links of some from around the country:
Houston Zoo - https://www.houstonzoo.org/explore/webcams/
San Diego Zoo - https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/videos
Enjoy and have Fun!
Mr. McDaniel
Starting tomorrow the Assisted Living/Senior Living Center will have a basket outside of their front door for people/kids to drop off Easter cards for residents living inside! If you have a moment, please drop off a card to someone that may not be as mobile as you are!
USD #218 ~ Board of Education Vacancy
The Elkhart Board of Education announces a vacancy in board member position"At-Large."
The "At-Large" area includes all of USD #218 boundaries.
The Board will appoint a person to fill the unexpired term through December 31, 2021.
Questions concerning this vacancy should be directed to the superintendent, clerk, or any member of the board of education.
Interested "At-Large" patrons may send a letter of interest describing qualifications to Sandra Higgins, Clerk of the Board, PO Box 999, Elkhart, KS 67950.
Letters must be received by noon, April 9, 2020.
It is the Boards intent to consider filling the position at their regularly scheduled meeting on April 13, 2020.
This position has been created by the resignation of Chris McCammon.
First Published in the Tri-State News ~ March 26, 2020
Happy Hunting, students!
Here are some egg templates:
https://www.skiptomylou.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Plain-Egg-Templates.pdf
P.S.-If you do not have a printer, you can get a copy of an egg at Moores!
Mr. McDaniel
EES is hosting an Egg Hunt! This egg hunt is a little different from others. I would like for you to color and draw a decorative egg and put it on your window or door at home. Then ask your parents to take you on a drive to hunt for some of your friends eggs.
Mr. McDaniel
Elementary Parents, the state has shared with us we must postpone our drive through. When we can reschedule the event we will! We are disappointed because we wanted to see the kids even if from afar, but we want to follow the guidelines. Everyone stay safe!