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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENT OPEN TO ALL USD 265 FAMILIES

Where can you find free dinner, family-friendly games and activities, sports physical information, enrollment assistance and opportunities to connect with organizations in your own community?! The USD 265 C.A.T. Kickoff Rally has you covered!

All Goddard Public Schools students, staff, families, and community organizations can join us from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22nd, at the Goddard High School Gym for complimentary hot dog meals PLUS:
School supply lists & donation drop-off
School activities & athletics information
Community resources
Family fun!

This community engagement event has something for the whole family, and is built to help families discover local resources and find fun solutions. Meet local organizations, explore job opportunities, get sports physical info, and more at this community engagement event tailored to meet the needs of Goddard families. We can’t wait to see you there! Are you part of an organization that benefits USD 265 families? Click the link below to sign up today! https://forms.gle/vkTRcR5kqdXBTDb2A

Announcing the inaugural C.A.T. Kickoff Rally, hosted by Goddard Public Schools! This community engagement event brings together Community, Academics & Traditions with the purpose of providing solutions and resources to the families and staff of Goddard Public Schools.

TIME: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
DATE: Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
PLACE: Goddard High School Gym
WHO: ALL Goddard Public Schools Students, Families, Staff, and Community Organizations

Your family is sure to find something for everyone with FREE hot dog meals, enrollment assistance, school supply lists and donation drop-off, sports physical information, job opportunities, and SO much more! Mark your calendars so we can ROAR into the new school year together!

If you are involved with a local youth organization, community group, business, non-profit group, or civic entity that provides services/products/programs benefiting USD 265 families, please complete the application linked below BY/BEFORE 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16th, 2025.

https://forms.gle/vkTRcR5kqdXBTDb2A

Wishing the entire #265Family a fun-filled and safe 4th of July! Goddard Public School offices will be closed Friday, July 4th, 2025 in observance of Independence Day.

Did you know that Goddard Public Schools has its very own print shop that fulfills printing needs for staff all across the entire district? This special hub of paper, ink cartridges, and printers stays ahead of the game through the hard work of two incredible individuals - Robin Perkins & Keri Reynolds. These two dedicated professionals work tirelessly to ensure that students and staff have everything they need to succeed all throughout the school year and for summer learning. Between the two of them, they have a combined tenure of over 30 years in USD 265!

Please help us applaud the hard work and commitment of Robin and Keri, and all of the faculty and staff of Goddard Public Schools that ensure the success of our #265Family!

Ready to make a difference in the lives of students all across the #265Family? Goddard Public Schools is looking for amazing substitute teachers, para-professionals, and building engineers to help our students shine! Whether you're enthusiastic about education, love working with kids, want to keep our schools running smoothly, or want flexible work where you can make a difference - we want YOU on our team! Enjoy benefits like:

Flexible scheduling that works with YOUR life
Making a positive impact in your community
Supportive, family-feel environment
Competitive compensation
Be part of something special every single day!

Substitute Teachers - Step into classrooms and keep learning flowing! Apply at the link below. https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Substitute

Para-Professionals - Support students and teachers as an essential team member! Apply at the link below. https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff%2fParaprofessionals

Special Education Para-Professionals - Help students with special needs reach their full potential! Apply at the link below. https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+Education+Support+Staff%2fParaprofessionals&subcategory=Paraprofessional+

Building Engineers (Custodians) - Keep our schools clean, safe, and ready for learning! Handle cleaning, light maintenance, event setup, and more in our fast-paced environment. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and work flexible hours. Apply at the link below. https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Maintenance%2fCustodial

Don't wait - our students need YOU! Apply today and become part of the #265Family, where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired!

We’d love to hear from you! What’s our #265Family up to over summer break? Are your days filled with fun trips, productive plans around the house, or swim sessions around town? Whether it’s soaking up the sunshine, or staying cool indoors, let us know in the comments below!

Please join us in applauding the hard work and dedication of our invaluable USD 265 - Transportation Team, who have been named one of only SIX 'Top Transportation Teams in North America' - a prestigious recognition based on survey results from the School Transportation News program. This marks the third year of this competitive program, with increasing participation from districts across the continent. This achievement truly showcases the exceptional dedication and excellence of our transportation professionals who safely serve our #265Family every day. Our crew's outstanding performance has earned recognition alongside other top districts, demonstrating the high standards and commitment to excellence that define USD 265. The award will be presented at the STN Expo in Reno this July, where our transportation leadership has the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion about what makes a great team. THANK YOU to every member of the Transportation Department for your unwavering commitment to student safety, reliability, and excellence. This recognition belongs to each of you!

Join the Goddard Public Schools Police Department – Where Purpose Meets Balance The role of a Police Officer with Goddard Public Schools offers a truly rewarding alternative to traditional law enforcement careers. This full-time, 12-month position provides a consistent first-shift schedule with weekends and holidays off—ideal for professionals seeking a healthier work-life balance and more time with family. Officers benefit from highly competitive paid time off, family-oriented leave policies, and a supportive, close-knit work environment centered around exceptional students, dedicated faculty, and a caring staff community. As a member of the USD 265 Police Department, you'll join a team committed to protecting what matters most—our students, staff, families, and visitors. You'll have the opportunity to enforce safety protocols and respond to calls for service, conduct investigations, and contribute to a safe learning environment. Through community-oriented policing, you'll build meaningful relationships across the district by engaging with students and staff at athletic events, club activities, and school functions. Officers also collaborate with local law enforcement agencies to strengthen district-wide safety strategies. We’re seeking an exceptional law enforcement professional who values purpose-driven work and wants to make a lasting impact on the next generation. Starting pay is $23.50/hour (based on experience and qualifications). Candidates must be 21+ years of age, possess a high school diploma or GED, a valid Kansas driver's license, and have a clean criminal record. Preference is given to KLETC-certified applicants and those with backgrounds in criminal justice or education. Come be a part of the #265Family—where safety, service, and community come together. To understand all of the great benefits of this certified law-enforcement position, please contact USD 265 PD Chief, Joe Camp, at 316-794-4000 or jcamp@goddardusd.com. Visit the link below to learn more and apply today! https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Security

Everything you need from Goddard Public Schools - right in the palm of your hand! Download the USD 265 mobile app for instant access to school news, lunch menus, announcements, event calendars, and staff contact information. Seamlessly integrate important dates with your personal iCal, Google, or Outlook calendar so you never miss a critical update or schedule change. The USD 265 app makes it effortless to stay connected with your child's scholastic journey, whether you're at home or on the move! Download now by searching "USD 265" in the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, or visit: https://uqr.to/1jds2 Because staying connected shouldn't mean slowing down!

As a reminder, school offices are closed during the summer and the district office is closed the following Fridays in summer: June 20th, June 27th, July 4th, and July 11th. We hope all the students, staff and families of USD 265 are enjoying summer break!

The Goddard High School (GHS) Lions carried on their own tradition of excellence at the Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference in May of this year! In Orlando, GHS students continued the incredible momentum from last year's success in Chicago. Congratulations to sophomores Dean Northcutt, Ian Kreibach, and Kai Waddell for landing in the Top 10 in the Nation for Software Engineering Team! Their incredible game "The Power of the Lost City of Atlantis" caught lots of attention and earned them a spot in the prestigious National Showcase on Saturday, May 10th. Northcutt also excelled at last year's nationals, placing in the top third nationally in both Information Technology Concepts and Computer Programming Concepts. From submission, to interview, to the final showcase - these Lions proved that Goddard talent consistently competes alongside the best in the country! These students represented our #265Family with pride at nationals: - Talyn Rhoten (senior) earned his Java certification as a three-time National Qualifier and Kansas BPA State Champion - Brayden Risser (senior) earned his Web Design certification while competing in four different events - Jasmine Son (senior) earned her Web Design certification competing across multiple technology categories - Kevin Kiralyfalvi (sophomore) earned his Web Design certification while competing in three events - Aydan Pham (sophomore) represented GHS in multiple programming and IT concepts competitions - Chapter President Gabrielle Knight (junior) and Vice President Adam Vincent (senior) completed the prestigious BPA Leadership Institute Training Program While 15 students qualified, 10 placed and built on an already established and strong tradition of BPA excellence. Special thanks to the parents, GHS faculty, and chapter members who made this incredible opportunity possible through their support! Way to go, Lions!

Ever wonder who keeps the buildings, athletic complexes, and school campuses of Goddard Public Schools clean and functional, despite day-to-day, high-traffic use year after year? The USD 265 Facilities & Maintenance team is full of hard-working professionals who put in the effort year-round to ensure that the students, staff, and families of Goddard Public Schools have clean, safe, and effective learning environments. Please join us in applauding all of the work, which is often done behind-the-scenes, that this incredible team does throughout the school year and summer! Considering a career in facilities maintenance and management? We're currently seeking dedicated team members! Bring your skills and passion for excellence to a team that makes a meaningful difference every day. You'll help maintain the foundation of our educational mission while enjoying competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. Whether your expertise is in general maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or grounds management, we have opportunities waiting for you. Click the link below to apply today, and become part of a team where your work directly impacts thousands of students and staff members each day! https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=maintenance

We're proud to announce that USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools has been named a Capturing Kids' Hearts (CKH) National Showcase District Award Winner! This prestigious recognition celebrates districts that have created extraordinary school environments where students and staff feel connected, valued, and eager to learn. Through the dedication and compassion of staff across the district, Goddard Public Schools is creating a more safe and caring environment, forming trusting relationships that are the foundation for academic excellence! Congratulations especially to each of the individual schools that earned the title of "National Showcase School!" Amelia Earhart Elementary School Apollo Elementary School Challenger Intermediate School Clark Davidson Elementary Discovery Intermediate School Eisenhower Middle School Explorer Elementary School Goddard Academy Goddard High School Goddard Middle School Oak Street Elementary School In addition to the above, Eisenhower High School (EHS) has been recognized with the “Rising Star” award, which is designated for schools within their first year of piloting CKH programming. This national recognition honors campuses that have fully embraced the processes and demonstrated measurable improvements in school culture, student behavior, and academic achievement during their initial year. EHS will be eligible for the National Showcase recognition after year two of their implementation. What makes these accomplishments truly special is that they reflect the HEART of what we work to accomplish in USD 265 – putting building positive relationships first, and creating environments where every student feels valued and capable of achieving greatness. To every teacher, staff member, administrator, and student who embraces the Capturing Kids' Hearts principles each day: YOUR commitment to building meaningful connections is transforming lives and shaping futures. This recognition belongs to YOU!

Have you heard of, or read, the USD 265 Strategic Plan? This comprehensive roadmap represents the culmination of extensive collaborative planning, community engagement, and forward-thinking approaches to ensure exceptional educational experiences for all students. The Strategic Plan serves as an actionable blueprint featuring: Core belief statements Clearly defined, measurable goals Evidence-based educational practices Strategic resource allocation methods designed for maximum impact At USD 265, we maintain our commitment to educational excellence through shared responsibility and by providing innovative, connected opportunities for EVERY student in our district. We invite all members of our #265Family community to review this important document and partner with us in realizing this vision. Together, we are creating an educational legacy that will last generations. View the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan for Goddard Public Schools at: https://5il.co/39y6y

The Goddard Education Foundation (GEF) is an independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that helps inspire minds and expand possibilities for the 6,400+ students and 1,200+ staff of Goddard Public Schools. Through the dedication of creative volunteers, generous donors, supportive trustees, and hard working staff the GEF is able to provide appreciation breakfasts, innovative teacher grants, and host an incredible fundraising event annually. Want to follow along on the journey of helping educate students for lifelong success by inspiring minds and expanding possibilities? Follow the Goddard Education Foundation on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/goddardef

Are you looking for a rewarding career helping students with varying ability levels develop, grow, and succeed? Goddard’s Special Education Cooperative is hiring, and we want YOU to join our #265Family! Learn more about the fulfilling journey that a position within Special Education can provide by clicking the link below! https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1&AppliTrackPostingSearch=title%3Aspecial%20education%20&AppliTrackZipRadius=5&AppliTrackSort=type&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail

Please join us in celebrating the amazing teachers and staff across the district who have collectively earned prestigious awards and recognition from Project Lead The Way (PLTW) - where science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) meets career readiness! Distinguished School Award Recipients: Eisenhower High School Goddard High School Goddard Middle School Challenger Intermediate Discovery Intermediate Amelia Earhart Elementary Apollo Elementary Clark Davidson Elementary Explorer Elementary Oak Street Elementary But that’s not all we have to celebrate! EVERY SINGLE K-6 school in our district has been recognized as a "Distinguished Launch School" - that's ALL our elementary schools AND both intermediate schools! In addition to these school communities who have exceeded expectations in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math - Challenger and Discovery ALSO earned “Distinguished Gateway School” status, and are two out of only eleven in the state of Kansas to receive these honors. As if all of this wasn’t impressive enough, EHS & GHS are two out of only EIGHT high schools in the entire state to receive PLTW’s “Distinguished High School" program recognition. To our phenomenal educators and specifically PLTW teachers: Your dedication to hands-on, real-world learning is transforming the futures of students across the entire district. You're not just teaching - you're inspiring the next generation of problem solvers, innovators, and leaders. THANK YOU for your passion, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence. We’re so fortunate to count you as part of our #265Family!

One of the best parts about engaging with families online, via our school or district websites or social media platforms, is telling the stories of our school communities! Highlighting the hard work of our students, teachers, parent volunteers, coaches, support staff, and more is such a privilege. The NEWS section of each school and district website is solely dedicated to doing this work, shining a spotlight on the dedication and success of our #265Family! Check out the NEWS section of your school’s website via the links below! District: https://www.goddardusd.com/news EHS: https://ehs.goddardusd.com/o/ehs/news GHS: https://ghs.goddardusd.com/o/ghs/news Goddard Academy: https://academy.goddardusd.com/o/ga/news EMS: https://ems.goddardusd.com/o/ems/news GMS: https://gms.goddardusd.com/o/gms/news Challenger: https://challenger.goddardusd.com/o/cis/news Discovery: https://discovery.goddardusd.com/o/dis/news Apollo: https://apollo.goddardusd.com/o/aes/news Earhart: https://earhart.goddardusd.com/o/aees/news Explorer: https://explorer.goddardusd.com/o/ees/news CDS: https://clarkdavidson.goddardusd.com/o/cdes/news Oak Street: https://oakstreet.goddardusd.com/o/oses/news

Did you know that in the first few years of life, children learn more and at a faster pace than at any other time in life? Their futures are shaped by the experiences they are provided with, even at such early stages. Goddard Public Schools Parents As Teachers (PAT) is a no-cost, parent education and family support program serving USD 265 families from pregnancy through age four. USD 265 PAT families receive personal visits, opportunities for parent group connections and play groups, access to screenings, and a vast resource network to link families with community services. Learn more about how your child can benefit from PAT programming and how to apply here: https://www.goddardusd.com/page/parents-as-teachers-pat.

At the district wide End-of-Year Celebration, four incredible individuals were recognized for their selfless dedication and countless hours of service, which have made an immeasurable impact on our USD 265 community. The 2025 recipients of the Ryan Jilka Impact Award were Jessica Holle, Ashley Miller, Travis Rink, and Lindsay White. Their collective contributions to help strengthen our school communities and create lasting positive change is immeasurable. As Co-Chairs of the 2025 School Bond steering committee, these amazing volunteers poured their hearts and souls into educating our community, answering questions, and championing for the future of our students. Night after night, weekend after weekend, they sacrificed their personal time because they believed in something bigger than themselves - they believed in building a better future, continuing to expand student opportunities, for the ENTIRE #265Family! Jessica Holle - Your desire to better your alma mater, and your passion for progressing educational excellence in Goddard Public Schools shines bright and encompasses everything it means to lead with a servant heart. What you do, you do it with a full and motivated heart. THANK YOU! Ashley Miller - Your commitment, leadership, experience, and enthusiasm was invaluable and helped keep the focus future-forward. Your top priority is always to create the most caring and connected environment for students, at Oak Street and beyond. THANK YOU! Travis Rink - Your dedication to this district and the betterment of our students and staff is incredible and unparalleled. You met every obstacle with a positive attitude, and worked tirelessly behind the scenes and to answer every question for your community. You stepped up to the plate and made a remarkable impact and difference for this community. THANK YOU! Lindsay White - Your unwavering commitment and tireless advocacy made all the difference, even in the face of adversity. The gift you gave of time, talent, and leadership in an effort to positively impact the students, staff, and families of Goddard Public Schools defines excellence. We’re proud to have parent advocates like you. THANK YOU! The Ryan Jilka Impact Award was created to recognize those who go above and beyond to make an incredible impact in our school community. The efforts of these four individuals have directly contributed to strengthening and improving USD 265 for generations to come. Thank you for believing in the mission of Goddard Public Schools, for investing in the future of our students, and for showing what it truly means to serve with heart. The entire #265Family is better because of you. THANK YOU!