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Arkansas City Public Schools is launching the "No-Miss November" attendance challenge! Throughout November, schools and grade levels will compete for top attendance rates. Families can help by setting routines, scheduling appointments outside of school hours, and reaching out if their child needs support.
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Arkansas City Public Schools earned two awards through the Kansans Can Star Recognition Program: a Copper Award for Social-Emotional Growth and a Bronze Award for Kindergarten Readiness. These honors reflect the district's dedication to helping students grow emotionally and start school ready to learn. Kansas State Department of Education recognized districts across the state at their annual conference, held October 23-25 in Wichita.
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USD 470 is proud to recognize our September “Top DAWGS,” a group of dedicated staff members who go above and beyond to support our students, colleagues, and community. Nominated by their peers, Marie Austin, Elizabeth Bedolla, Kasie Bogart, and Rebekah Whitley each make a unique impact on the USD 470 family. To celebrate, they received a surprise visit with balloons, a tumbler, and a Steamy Joe coffee gift card. We are grateful for their passion and commitment, which help make our schools a place where students thrive.
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USD 470 has received two generous grants from the V.J. Wilkins Foundation: a $25,000 matching grant for new percussion instruments in elementary schools and a $20,000 grant to support the ACHS Choir’s Spring Break trip. These funds will enhance music programs and provide valuable opportunities for students.
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The V.J. Wilkins Foundation Board recently visited to see their generous donations at work.
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Our FREE MindCraft Summer Learning Program is back this June! 🎉
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The Cowley County Special Services COOP is currently hiring PARA professionals to serve in Ark City schools. Looking to make a positive impact on the life of a child? Call Michelle at 620-221-7021.
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We dare you! A few times this year, we will be sharing a Character Dare for you and your family to participate in. This first one is the Quality Catch-Up.
Invest 10 minutes each day this week right when everyone gets home to sit together and share about your day. No distractions, just full attention to what matters: each other.
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We had an incredible evening celebrating diversity at our ESL (English as a Second Language) Open House! Thank you to our team members, community partners, and families for making it such a success! Your support and involvement play a crucial role in creating a strong bond between home and school.
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