We are moving into the time of the year when we will see more student illness. For this reason, it is important to remind our patrons about the policy concerning illness and school attendance. In the fall of 2009, the school board approved certain policies regarding fever in students.  If a student is determined to have a fever at school, that student will be sent home and needs to remain out of school until the student is free of fever for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication such as Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin).  This also applies if parents discover their child has a fever at home outside of school hours. Fever is only one criteria for determining that a child is ill, but it is a crucial one in determining that a child may have an illness that is contagious and more serious than a common cold. We ask that parents adhere to this policy and not send students back to school too soon. For more information see the "From the School Nurse" page under the district tab.

If your student is absent from school for any reason, a phone call or note from a parent or guardian is required for the absence to be an excused absence.  If your student needs to leave school early and will be driving themselves OR be picked up by someone other than a parent or guardian, you will need to call the school in advance for the student to leave early with that person.

Parents--Please make sure you have an updated, active email address on file in the high school office.  This will ensure that you receive correspondence with staff members.  Thank you!

We know there are lots of photographers out in the community who snap great shots of our kids in action. With Replayit.com you can upload photos and videos that Jostens team will screen for appropriateness and then the Year book team will be able to access them and decide if to include them in the printed publication.

Sign up at Replayit.com or download the App!

Addison Heater was nominated for Student of the Month, for January. Her favorite sport to  watch, and play is Basketball. In school Addison likes working with one person, and not a whole group of kids. The one person she loves working with is Kelly Theurer, which then Addison proceeded to tell me that is her best friend! Addison’s favorite thing to do in class is to read books to herself. 

By: Shianne Howell

Anthony Medina was chosen Student of the Month for, January as well. His favorite sport is football. When asked to describe himself he said “Cute, Fast, and he loved his brothers very much.” His favorite thing to do in school is to play outside on the playground for recess. 

By: Shianne Howell

Garrett Howell is Junior High Student of the Month for January. The reason he thinks got to be student of the month is because he works hard and does his best. He says is glad that they picked him even though he hasn’t celebrated yet. He found out about being Student of the Month by seeing the TV in the hallway.

By Hunter

Megan Giger is High School Student of the Month for January. The reason she thinks she got to be Student of the Month is by having an excellent portfolio for Mrs. Blunk’s class and says she feels like she did something right. She found out when Carla announced it over the intercom. She says she didn't celebrate getting student of the month but did get a parking spot.

By Hunter

Is your child a Power Panther Pal? Check out the Power Panther Pal Newsletter! It has great recipes, tips for healthy eating, and fun activities for the whole family. Our school participates in the Power Panther Pals program, and hopes your family will also!

On February 20 we will be presenting the Junior High Fall and Winter sports awards during the halftimes of the varsity games. At the halftime of the girls varsity game, JH football and volleyball awards will be given. Between the girls and boys varsity games the basketball awards will be presented. February 20 is also Parent's Night, and parents will be recognized during the halftime of the boys varsity game. Come support our junior high student athletes as they receive their awards on February 20.

Help us by sending these to the school instead of into the trash:

Used markers (permanent and dry erase) and pens

BoxTops

Campbells

Best Choice (upc codes and receipts from any store that sells Best Choice products)

Tyson

Old cell phones and ink cartridges

Little Bites wrappers

Coke point rewards

This list can change as we find other offers, so please keep checking back and send in frequently so our time doesn't expire on the products

THANKS!!!

(Send them with a student or to Melinda Byers)

To sign up for Parents Online, please call Carla in the High School Office at 620-892-5215 X2.  Parents Online and Students Online is a web tool designed for parents and students to access student information online.  Information included is:  Attendance, Behavior, Calendar, Fees, Grade Card, Immunizations, Personal, Progress Reports, Schedule, Transcript, and Community Service.

PARENTS--You may now access your student(s) meal account online or by using an iPhone.  This is a view only program.  Due to the cost, we are not utilizing the online payment features.  Parents will be able to use this program or app to view your family meal transactions and balance.  The documents below explain the registration process.  If you choose to use this program or app, you will need to call Carla in the high school office to receive the Patron ID of your student(s).  Phone Number:  620-892-5215 X2

EZSchoolPay Registration

EZSchoolPay How To Guide

Click here for a map to the school.

Representative Kasha Kelley
Kansas House Dist. 79
PO Box 1111
Arkansas City, KS 67005
316-772-0513
Kasha@kansasleadership.com
or
Kansas State Capitol
300 SW 10th Ave, 
Room 459-W
Topeka, KS 66612
Phone: 785-296-7671
kasha.kelley@house.ks.gov

Senator Steve Abrams
Kansas Senate District 32
6964 252nd Road
Arkansas City, KS 67005
620-442-8619 or 620-442-8804
sabrams@hit.net 
or
Kansas State Capitol
300 SW 10th Ave
Room 224-E
Topeka, KS 66612
785-296-7381
Steve.Abrams@senate.ks.gov