Wondering what possibilities might be available to you and your family this summer in and around the Goddard area? The Goddard Public Schools district website has a page directly dedicated to providing information specifically for local families such as summer sports camps, activities, local events and more. Check it out today by clicking the link below! Questions? Contact Dane Baxa at danebaxa@goddardusd.com or call 316-794-4000.
Community Opportunities: https://www.goddardusd.com/page/community-opportunities
Goddard Public Schools Nonresident Student Application Now Open, June 1 - June 30, 2024.
The number of open seats available to nonresident students in the USD 265 Goddard Public School District for the 2024-25 school year is as follows:
Kindergarten = 24
1st Grade = 42
2nd Grade = 12
4th Grade = 4
7th Grade = 20
2024-25 Nonresident Student Application Form: https://forms.gle/M5t78Lo2RnK2b6q8A
Please complete the above application and have all requested information submitted in its entirety by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2024, to the USD 265 Administration Center, 201 S. Main St., Goddard, KS, or electronically by emailing enrollment@goddardusd.com for the application to be considered complete. Families who have completed a nonresident student application will receive communication about acceptance or non-acceptance on or before Monday, July 15, 2024.
For questions, please call 316-794-4000, or email enrollment@goddardusd.com
Are you interested in serving your community in a special way, to create positive impact within our #265Family school communities? Goddard Special Education Cooperative, which services Goddard, Clearwater, Cheney and Conway Springs, currently has several employment opportunities! From occupational therapist to paraprofessional, the Goddard SPED Cooperative is filled with compassionate professionals dedicated to serving the needs of students with all abilities. Through the efforts of the entire SPED Cooperative, we are able to provide a caring and connected environment to educate the whole child.
Interested individuals can learn more and apply today by visiting: https://www.applitrack.com/goddardusd/onlineapp/.
Congratulations to Jordan Brown and Ben Jervis, EHS/EMS/Discovery Band Instructors, for receiving the District Attitude Award.
Their nominator wrote, “Any teacher that can energize a room of high school students at 7:30 in the morning is someone I feel is deserving of an attitude award, and Mr. Brown and Mr. Jervis are two of those teachers. They bring enthusiasm to every class, as well as showing interest in each student and making us feel welcome and wanted as soon as we walk through the door. They also provide many opportunities for us to grow as musicians and individuals. Both sacrificed their spring break to take 70 students to Disney World to perform, scheduled time for us to learn from professors of music, and created an entirely new festival competition system to benefit their students. Being able to have these opportunities is all thanks to our selfless directors. Even with their own families and responsibilities outside of school, they still manage to put their students above themselves and support us in any way they can. Mr. Brown and Mr. Jervis are two of the most talented, encouraging, energetic, and patient educators and deserve recognition for everything they do for their students.”
Congratulations Sarah Mater, Kindergarten Teacher at Apollo Elementary School, for receiving the District Attitude Award!
Her nominator wrote, “Sarah Mater is the definition of a teacher who goes above and beyond in her classroom to provide the most impactful, enriching, and positive learning environment for her students. Do you hear those people talk about that one teacher they will never forget? I personally know that will be the case for my daughter.
As a teacher, I know what's expected of us, and she goes above and beyond daily. My daughter has excelled in her class with reading, math and beyond because of Ms. Mater's instructional design. Whatever student has the opportunity to be in her class will be impacted positively for life. She is an invaluable asset for Goddard USD #265!”
Congratulations to Shanda Busby, Challenger Intermediate School Teacher, for receiving the District Attitude Award!
Her nominator wrote, “Shanda Busby brings joy and positivity each and every day! She has brought fun into the world of Social Studies. Challenger 6th-grade students have had the pleasure of meeting with many community members and being exposed to different career fields. Shanda has brought in Veterans twice to speak to students, The Museum of World Treasure, an Anthropologist and Kake News. Not only has she expanded students' knowledge of the community opportunities around them while aligning it with state standards, but she has also brought joy back into school. Shanda also organized multiple 6th-grade classes to walk over to other school buildings in the district and give affirmations. These notes of affirmation brought smiles to staff all around the district. Social-emotional skills and learning are at the forefront of each of her lessons. Shanda checks in with students and staff to see if there is anything they need. Challenger staff and students are so lucky to have her!”
Happy SLP Day! Our #265Family is so fortunate to have world-class Speech Language Pathologists working in each of our twelve schools. The commitment and support that these caring professionals provide to our school communities is invaluable. SLPs go above and beyond, providing assistance with communication challenges, speech delays and impediments, and so much more. There's definitely a science to it! Help us applaud the work of these dedicated educators, today and every day. THANK YOU for all that you do!
Did you know that the Goddard Public Schools district website has a page solely dedicated to highlighting summer sports camps, activities, events and more? Visit https://www.goddardusd.com/page/community-opportunities to learn more about upcoming community opportunities for you and your family today!
Do you have a resource or upcoming community opportunity that you'd like to share with our #265Family? Reach out to danebaxa@goddardusd.com or call 316-794-4000 to learn more.
Today is National School Communicators Day! Did you know that each of our schools have a designated staff who take on the momentous task of communicating to all students, staff, and families? They serve as ambassadors for their schools or departments, maintaining the online presence (both website upkeep, as well as social media content creation and circulation) throughout the school year. These folks are often the unsung and unseen heroes whose actions ensure that school communities throughout this District stay connected and updated on everything Goddard Public Schools.
THANK YOU to each staff member that acts as both communicator and ambassador for your school or department! Whether it's a push notification on the USD 265 mobile app, a post to social media, or photos shared on the website - we see you and appreciate you, today and every day. Through your dedication, we are able to provide a caring and connected environment for every member of our #265Family!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Today is Teacher Appreciation Day, so it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate all of the teachers that have positively impacted our lives. With over 6,300 students to serve, USD 265 educators go above and beyond to build relationships and foster lifelong success, both in and out of the classroom.
We are so proud of our world-class staff that adapt and innovate daily to meet the needs of every student. THANK YOU to all of the teachers that call Goddard home. You are the heart and soul of this #265Family!
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
