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USD 470 extends remote learning model Posted Date: 11/23/2020

The Arkansas City school district continues to experience additional COVID-19 cases and close contacts resulting in quarantine. As a result of the current situation, all USD 470 students will . . .

Crushing COVID - It's up to YOU! Posted Date: 11/23/2020

USD 470 is proud to partner with other Cowley County organizations in encouraging citizens to ‘crush COVID’ in our community! We are seeing a rise of COVID-19 cases in our county and unfortunately, . . .

COVID-19 Update 11/16/2020 Posted Date: 11/16/2020

IXL Elementary and Ark City High School have individuals with COVID-19. All students and staff members considered to be close contacts have been notified and asked to quarantine for 14 days. To . . .

USD 470 transitions to remote learning Posted Date: 11/15/2020

The school district is experiencing additional COVID-19 cases and a significant increase in the number or close contacts being excluded from school due to quarantine. As a result of these . . .

Remote Learning/Food Service Update Posted Date: 11/10/2020

While ACMS, Adams, Jefferson, and Roosevelt students are learning remotely for two weeks, they will still be offered free meals. On Tuesday, November 10, Adams and ACMS students will be . . .

ACHS Sax Player selected for District Honor Jazz Band Posted Date: 10/28/2020

Avery Givens was selected as First Chair Alto Saxophone for the SCKMEA (South-Central Kansas Music Educators Association) District Honor Jazz Band. "This is the first time an Arkansas City High . . .

Cox Connect2Compete Posted Date: 10/26/2020

This program provides basic Cox internet access for approx. $10/month. Now, USD 470 will be able to pay for that service for qualifying students through December 2020. To see if you qualify, please go . . .

Inclement Weather Procedures Posted Date: 10/22/2020

It’s hard to believe we’re already facing the potential for winter weather. Should we have inclement weather this year, please plan to learn remotely just as you have on your hybrid remote days. We . . .

Cowley County Family Survey Posted Date: 10/05/2020

Local community leaders are asking for participation in a brief survey to gather information regarding how COVID has affected Cowley County families in these past six months. Specifically, . . .

Athletics/Activities Update Posted Date: 09/01/2020

Athletic venue-specific guidelines released . . .

2020-2021 Calendar Update Posted Date: 08/12/2020

Due to school starting on September 9, the calendar has been revised. Please note there are other changes in addition to the later start date. . . .

USD 470 to start school in Hybrid Model Posted Date: 08/10/2020

The USD 470 School Board approved the Hybrid Model for the first quarter of the 2020-2021 school year (through October 29). In this model, students who have chosen in-person school (as opposed to . . .

Return to School FAQs Posted Date: 08/13/2020

We know there are a lot of questions regarding the return to school. You can view answers to some of those questions . . .

Enrollment 2020-2021 Posted Date: 07/24/2020

Online enrollment remains available via PowerSchool. To accommodate families who need assistance with the enrollment process, each school will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 27 and 28. For additi . . .