Happy School Lunch Hero Day! We are fortunate to have such an incredible Nutrition Services staff here in Goddard Public Schools!
This fantastic team provides nutritious and delicious school meals that help fuel the daily activities of students throughout the District. These motivated individuals continually go above and beyond to put smiles and service at the forefront of everything they do. We couldn't be more proud to celebrate them today and every day!
Please take a moment to thank your school's cafeteria crew for everything they do to help provide an excellent educational experience for all students. From our #265Family to each of our School Lunch Heroes, THANK YOU!
Happy Principals' Day to the best of the best! USD 265 principals are leaders of students and staff alike, providing support to our entire #265Family every day. It takes countless hours, emails and meetings, and at the end of the day - it's about being there for your school and the people in it. There's no doubt about it that your heart has to be in it to accept a job like this.
THANK YOU to each of the principals that make this district exceptional! #GoddardPublicSchools #USD265 #265Family #265Pride
On Thursday, April 18th, USD 265 Goddard Parents As Teachers (PAT) hosted a celebration at Linear Park for achieving National Blue Ribbon status among Parents as Teacher affiliates across the country. KSDE Weekly recognized the celebration with a feature story, which can be viewed by clicking the link below.
https://www.ksde.org/Home/Quick-Links/News-Room/Weekly-News/Feature-Story/ArtMID/6201/ArticleID/3260/Goddard-Parents-as-Teachers-program-earns-National-Blue-Ribbon-distinction
“Parents and caregivers are their children’s first and most influential teachers. We know it is our families who drive our program to success each and every day, and we want to thank them for all they do as together we strive to help their child develop, learn and grow to realize their full potential," shared Susan Ridgway, USD 265 Goddard Parents As Teachers (PAT) Coordinator.
USD 265 Goddard Parents As Teachers program is a no-cost parent education and family support program serving Goddard Public Schools families. It’s an initiative that serves prenatal to school-age students by providing parents resources, information, screenings and opportunities to expose their children to social interaction through groups and play.
“They are an outstanding resource to families within our community,” shared Scott May, Coordinator for Early Childhood & Human Resources. Learn more about the USD 265 Parents as Teachers program by visiting https://www.goddardusd.com/page/parents-as-teachers-pat.
Have you heard?! USD 265 has a MOBILE APP! Did you forget the lunch menu for tomorrow? Want to be the first to know about school events? Want to always be up-to-date on what's going on in Goddard Public Schools?
Android/Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.goddardschoolsks&hl=en_US&gl=US&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3uSj9tl5u3RYTPuBe_R3sbI37CZjvfT82_COIImhv5PZpHwGGlcaTN_Eg_aem_ATZe9sGBOPArQD6jHvNGSptNjvZLJQstohQa-Bhy3BXiF4zj8JlfpumopsF2nXxkQZpeb5sNs7oXCrsdx4xf2ZRq
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/usd-265-goddard-public-schools/id6448068713
Download the USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools mobile app today!
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Help us in applauding the tireless efforts of our administrative professionals who keep the everyday operations of our school community running smoothly. From the superstar secretaries at each school, to the departmental professionals behind the scenes, Goddard Public Schools is filled with advocates for our students, staff and families to rely on. The efforts and dedication of these consistent, caring champions is what makes our #265Family so strong, and we appreciate everything they do daily. Thank you ALL!
"School bus drivers are the people who transport children to their future."
Please join us in celebrating our amazing USD 265 Transportation team today - National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Our drivers are always the first to greet and welcome students in the morning and the last to see them and say goodbye at the day's end, and we are so grateful to each and every one of them for their service. Their tireless efforts are essential to the success of our schools. Did you know that over 25 million children climb aboard school buses every day in the United States?! Specifically, Kansas school bus drivers drove a combined total of over 85 million bus routes during the '22-23 school year and nearly 10 million miles for activity trips. These staff members serve as a direct link between our neighborhoods and classrooms and carry the most precious cargo - our students. THANK YOU to the entire Transportation crew, from the entire #265Family!
If you'd like to become a part of this fun, motivated team dedicated to serving students, check out the link below! Please share this with friends and family, as we continue to build our elite Transportation team.
https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2IJu9LlXWk8Goz1nLQcOK7JCdrJxeC38kadofeU50nWs4ztv9uwyZK1Xw_aem_Ac05_xgCiDnqw4X3h57f2Fc1UFFrMIi8cZ8RujjMv8ybAbT57DTeT5I16CZmH50SEMbBibOrNr8Shh2VER_pJKUO
Do you know an expectant mother or someone with children ages 0-3 that may benefit from early learning opportunities in Goddard? All Parents As Teacher families (past, present, AND future) are welcome to join us from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. TODAY (Thursday, April 18th) at the covered/heated pavilion in Linear Park (108 N. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052) for a social hour that will include refreshments, a children's book giveaway and reunions. We can't wait to see you there!
Last week, the students at Amelia Earhart Elementary School joined together with staff, administration and families to celebrate the installation of their new sound system in the gym! Go, Earhart Cubs, go!
We're hiring! The USD 265 Transportation Department is seeking a certified diesel mechanic to keep our fleet running smoothly. If you're skilled, reliable, and ready to tackle new challenges, this is for you! Help our team continue to make a difference in the community by providing dependable, secure transportation to our #265Family! To learn more, contact Sean Hollas, Interim USD 265 Transportation Director at 316-794-4281 or shollas@goddardusd.com today. Tell a friend, tell your family, apply today!
Reminder! The Parents as Teachers (PAT) program at Goddard Public Schools recently completed the PAT National Quality Endorsement and Improvement Process, and has once again earned the highest designation: Blue Ribbon Affiliate status!
To celebrate, we'd like to welcome all PAT families (past and present) to join us from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 18th at Linear Park (108 N. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052) for a social hour that will include refreshments and reunions.
Congratulations to our USD 265 PAT staff for their continued hard work and dedication to Goddard families, and to our youngest Goddard students! Click the link below to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJn1_oWQtA8g4_nKeFFJlZ9QKenqo5Oix2aS9K-IRY5nS2Vw/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3K633yhFnwh9vWK4N_BUIOtvHes4D-DF5-L6v07nfNg3ZvQNuoI4Jek6I_aem_AWoNpWatFMctXpDMnBb-Y0uv6Q42gDCI1G2R1PTe5YMLstwVQzs7g0vXtRbk-VVjR9QUSITUI0yooAWu6Q0kLBYl
Congratulations to Colton Koenigs, Goddard High School, for receiving the District Attitude Award! His anonymous nominator wrote, “Colton is the very best of what we want all of our district employees to be; he chooses first to build relationships with each and every day, and it is his goal to brighten their day and encourage them with a smile! All of his students love him & trust him. The results speak for themselves because they know why he's there, and it's 100% for the outcome and NOT the income! He is an incredible beacon of joy and positivity!”
Congratulations to Rose Ann Valek, Explorer Elementary School, for receiving the District Attitude Award! Her nominator, April Karber, wrote, "Walt Whitman said, "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and the shadows will fall behind you." Rose Ann Valek is someone who faces the sunshine! The two years I have worked with her have been a privilege! She is one of the most positive, hard-working, and hopeful people I have known. She is always up for helping with any project I come up with--many times spending a lot of time prepping and hanging 400 pieces of student work in the hallway-- and any idea that will help our students better find and access books. She is a wonderful listener, a calm presence when students need it, and a bright and creative colleague. She is very deserving of the attitude award!”
Congratulations to Joel Condray, for receiving the District Attitude Award! Joel exemplifies the essence of sportsmanship and dedication through their tireless efforts to instill values of teamwork, resilience, and integrity in our athletes. Their commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment has created a sense of camaraderie among team members, inspiring them to push their boundaries and strive for excellence both on and off the field. One of Joel's most remarkable attributes is their ability to motivate and uplift others, even in adversity. Whether celebrating victories or navigating challenges, they consistently maintain an optimistic outlook that is a beacon of encouragement for everyone under their guidance. His belief in each player's potential has contributed to our team's success and empowered our athletes to believe in themselves and their abilities."
To assist prospective families interested in moving into Goddard Public Schools or considering the Non-Resident Student Application process, the District is hosting a “Family Tour Day,” on Tuesday, May 28th, 2024. You can attend one school tour, or the whole day. All members of your family participating in the Family Tour MUST be pre-registered by the end of the day on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 to attend. PLEASE remember, the Non-Resident Student Application will be available starting June 1, 2024. Register for Family Tour Day by clicking the link below!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwOTy2SDUp6uNEgjkNeMX8UWSbH-Y44AflZD8pZjBr7oCtnQ/viewform
Did you know that the Times-Sentinel Newspaper provides seasonal coverage of our GHS and EHS sports teams? The TSN Spring Sports Guide is out and available now! Pick up your copy today to see rosters, team photos, and check out how our Lions and Tigers are gearing up and hungry to compete this spring!
#265Pride #265Family
The New Student Online Enrollment is now 'live' at www.GoddardUSD.com! All new, in-district students to Goddard Public Schools for the 2024-2025 school year can begin the enrollment process online.
If you would like to learn more about early childhood (Pre-K) education for your child, please join us from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. next Tuesday, April 9th at Challenger Intermediate School (325 W. Walnut St. Goddard, KS 67052) to learn about the application process for early childhood education programs. Participation is based on availability.
Not quite ready for Pre-K? Our Goddard Parents As Teachers program (PAT) could be for you! PAT is a no-cost parent education and family support program serving all USD 265 families from pregnancy until their child turns four. Participation is based on availability.
We are happy to welcome all new families and students to our #265Family!
Don't forget! Tonight is Kindergarten Enrollment for new students, and will be held at all five elementary schools from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. If you have an incoming Kindergartener, we can't wait to see you there!
Please join us as we take this opportunity to thank USD 265 Librarians for all that they do today - National School Librarian Day! Librarians are dedicated professionals who provide valuable resources for students, maintain an environment best suited for academic success, and educate students on both print and digital media. The committed library staff at Goddard Public Schools create opportunities for all students to expand their knowledge and imagination. With every turn taken in a library, and page turned in a book, await endless possibilities, and USD 265 Librarians make that happen every day. From our #265Family, thank you for all that you do!
Happy Para Appreciation Day! Please help us celebrate all of the amazing paraprofessionals who make Goddard Public Schools a place of excellence each and every day. With the help of paras in our schools, students have the opportunity of supplemental instructional support in the classroom and throughout their academic journeys. Paras take on all types of roles and help certified staff provide more specific student guidance. Behavioral and instructional support is so essential in our pursuit of excellence, and paras help make that happen every day for our #265Family. Thank you to ALL of the paraprofessionals that call Goddard home!
The students of Apollo Elementary School enjoyed an extra special spring treat last week before taking off for the long weekend - an EGGstravaganza! Students enjoyed a photo booth, inflatables, a petting zoo, face painting, egg dying, chalk art, and of course an EGG HUNT! Thanks to all of the families and staff that came together to make this happen, and especially to Apollo PTO and all of the vendors involved! Each of our schools are special, and this is just one of the many events that make Goddard Public Schools a caring and connected community.
