Is your teen ready to get behind the wheel? USD 265's Spring 2026 Driver Education program registration opens this Wednesday, October 22nd at 10:00 a.m.!
WHO CAN ENROLL? Current USD 265 students who will be at least 14 years old by November 21st, 2025
PROGRAM COST: $275 for USD 265 students
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
Registration opens: Wednesday, Oct. 22nd @ 10:00 a.m.
Payment due: Thursday, Oct. 30th @ 10:00 p.m.
Required in-person meeting: Sunday, Nov. 10th, 2025
Online coursework: Feb. 2nd - 19th, 2026
Behind-the-wheel driving: Nov. 22nd, 2025 - May 14th, 2026
ENROLL HERE: https://bit.ly/USD265-DESpring26
IMPORTANT: Space is limited and spots fill up fast! Enrollment is first-come, first-served, and payment must be received by the deadline to guarantee your teen's spot in the program. Questions? Reach out to Jacob Holle at jholle@goddardusd.com or 316-794-4142. Don't wait - mark your calendars for Wednesday morning and get ready to register!
WHO CAN ENROLL? Current USD 265 students who will be at least 14 years old by November 21st, 2025
PROGRAM COST: $275 for USD 265 students
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
Registration opens: Wednesday, Oct. 22nd @ 10:00 a.m.
Payment due: Thursday, Oct. 30th @ 10:00 p.m.
Required in-person meeting: Sunday, Nov. 10th, 2025
Online coursework: Feb. 2nd - 19th, 2026
Behind-the-wheel driving: Nov. 22nd, 2025 - May 14th, 2026
ENROLL HERE: https://bit.ly/USD265-DESpring26
IMPORTANT: Space is limited and spots fill up fast! Enrollment is first-come, first-served, and payment must be received by the deadline to guarantee your teen's spot in the program. Questions? Reach out to Jacob Holle at jholle@goddardusd.com or 316-794-4142. Don't wait - mark your calendars for Wednesday morning and get ready to register!
Today we honor the dedicated bus drivers and transportation staff who safely deliver our students to and from school each day! The USD 265 Transportation Department is often the first friendly face students see in the mornings, and the last one they wave to in the afternoon. Rain or shine, heat or cold, early mornings and late afternoons - USD 265 drivers and transportation staff show up with patience, care, and commitment to getting every child safely where they need to be.
To each of our dedicated transportation team members: THANK YOU for your reliability, your kindness, and your commitment to Goddard Public Schools’ students and families. These are the folks who greet students by name. They notice when someone seems quiet or needs a little extra encouragement. They keep students safe on the road and create a positive and welcoming environment! Thank you for the care you bring to this essential work, and for being an important part of our #265Family!
Our students count on you. Our families trust you. And we are so grateful for everything you do to keep our schools running smoothly and our children safe!
To each of our dedicated transportation team members: THANK YOU for your reliability, your kindness, and your commitment to Goddard Public Schools’ students and families. These are the folks who greet students by name. They notice when someone seems quiet or needs a little extra encouragement. They keep students safe on the road and create a positive and welcoming environment! Thank you for the care you bring to this essential work, and for being an important part of our #265Family!
Our students count on you. Our families trust you. And we are so grateful for everything you do to keep our schools running smoothly and our children safe!
Reminder: NO SCHOOL TODAY! Friday, October 17th, 2025 - All USD 265 schools and district offices are closed following Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Calling all certified educators! The USD 265 Certified Staff Career Fair is just TWO WEEKS AWAY!
04:30 - 08:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Eisenhower High School (1230 S. 167th St. W. Goddard, KS 67052)
Join one of the premier school districts in Kansas! We're looking for dedicated educators across all levels and specialties. Join us for:
On-site interviews available
Variety of open positions
Meet district and building leadership
Don't miss this chance to make a positive impact with USD 265. Sign up for an ON-SITE interview by clicking the link below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B49A5A722A6FF2-59174180-teaching
04:30 - 08:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Eisenhower High School (1230 S. 167th St. W. Goddard, KS 67052)
Join one of the premier school districts in Kansas! We're looking for dedicated educators across all levels and specialties. Join us for:
On-site interviews available
Variety of open positions
Meet district and building leadership
Don't miss this chance to make a positive impact with USD 265. Sign up for an ON-SITE interview by clicking the link below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B49A5A722A6FF2-59174180-teaching
"If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn." - Ignacio Estrada
Congratulations to Laura Bakker (Instructional Support Paraprofessional, Explorer Elementary School) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Bakker was nominated by Paige Hill, Principal of Explorer Elementary School, who shared the following, “Laura has a remarkable ability to connect with each student on an individual level. She doesn't just help with academics; she takes the time to build genuine relationships. For example, I've seen Laura notice when a student is having a tough day and quietly offers a small break, a listening ear, or even a hug. Laura obtains a unique talent for discovering what each child needs to thrive, whether it’s a quick word of encouragement, a different way of explaining a concept, or just a little bit of space. She is phenomenal and we love her!”
Congratulations to Laura Bakker (Instructional Support Paraprofessional, Explorer Elementary School) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Bakker was nominated by Paige Hill, Principal of Explorer Elementary School, who shared the following, “Laura has a remarkable ability to connect with each student on an individual level. She doesn't just help with academics; she takes the time to build genuine relationships. For example, I've seen Laura notice when a student is having a tough day and quietly offers a small break, a listening ear, or even a hug. Laura obtains a unique talent for discovering what each child needs to thrive, whether it’s a quick word of encouragement, a different way of explaining a concept, or just a little bit of space. She is phenomenal and we love her!”
“The language of music is common to all generations and nations; it is understood by everybody, since it is understood with the heart.” - Gioacchino Rossini
Congratulations to Micah Bolton & Joe Richey (Band & Instrumental Music Instructors, GHS/GMS/Challenger) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Bolton & Richey were nominated by GHS Assistant Principal & Activities Director, Cody Kohler, who shared the following, “Micah and Joe, along with so many support staff and volunteers, hosted the annual Air Capital Marching Invitational this past weekend, welcoming 13 bands in total from across the area and state.”
Kohler continued, “Hosting the ACMI is a huge undertaking to coordinate Clinics, Competitions, Vendors, Volunteers, Merchandise, and so much more on top of ensuring your own band is ready to go. GHS was not only well represented by the Lion Pride Marching Bands' performance (taking 2nd in their division and 4th overall), but Mr. Bolton and Mr. Richey brought our school and community an awesome event showcasing our facilities and program here in Goddard. Administration received countless compliments to show appreciation for how well the event went and how great our Director and Assistant Director have done with every aspect, displaying first-class positive and welcoming attitudes to visitors from across the state! We cannot thank them enough for all of the hours of work that went into planning and running an event of this size and for them to represent our program, school, and community in the way in which they did!”
Congratulations to Micah Bolton & Joe Richey (Band & Instrumental Music Instructors, GHS/GMS/Challenger) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Bolton & Richey were nominated by GHS Assistant Principal & Activities Director, Cody Kohler, who shared the following, “Micah and Joe, along with so many support staff and volunteers, hosted the annual Air Capital Marching Invitational this past weekend, welcoming 13 bands in total from across the area and state.”
Kohler continued, “Hosting the ACMI is a huge undertaking to coordinate Clinics, Competitions, Vendors, Volunteers, Merchandise, and so much more on top of ensuring your own band is ready to go. GHS was not only well represented by the Lion Pride Marching Bands' performance (taking 2nd in their division and 4th overall), but Mr. Bolton and Mr. Richey brought our school and community an awesome event showcasing our facilities and program here in Goddard. Administration received countless compliments to show appreciation for how well the event went and how great our Director and Assistant Director have done with every aspect, displaying first-class positive and welcoming attitudes to visitors from across the state! We cannot thank them enough for all of the hours of work that went into planning and running an event of this size and for them to represent our program, school, and community in the way in which they did!”
“Inclusion is not a strategy to help people fit into the systems and structures which exist in our societies; it is about transforming those systems and structures to make it better for everyone.” - Diane Richler
Congratulations to Stephanie Espinoza (Special Education Teacher, Eisenhower High School) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Espinoza was nominated by fellow EHS Teacher, Stephanie Robinson, who shared the following, “Co-teaching is one of the greatest strengths of our district, but it requires trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to students. When a co-teacher makes you a better teacher, you know students are thriving - and so are you. That is exactly the impact Steph Espinoza has made in our 11th-grade classrooms.”
“Though new to the district, Steph has quickly become an integral part of our team,” continued Robinson. “She differentiates instruction with ease, blending expertise and creativity to meet students where they are. Just as importantly, she brings compassion and authenticity to her teaching. Students connect with her because she makes every learner feel valued and capable, and teachers benefit from her collaborative spirit and fresh perspective. Steph embodies what it means to be both an outstanding educator and a dedicated teammate. For her professionalism, her innovation in the classroom, and the heart she brings to our school community, I proudly nominate her for the District Attitude Award for Collaboration and Impact!”
Congratulations to Stephanie Espinoza (Special Education Teacher, Eisenhower High School) for receiving the District Attitude Award from the USD 265 Board of Education! Espinoza was nominated by fellow EHS Teacher, Stephanie Robinson, who shared the following, “Co-teaching is one of the greatest strengths of our district, but it requires trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to students. When a co-teacher makes you a better teacher, you know students are thriving - and so are you. That is exactly the impact Steph Espinoza has made in our 11th-grade classrooms.”
“Though new to the district, Steph has quickly become an integral part of our team,” continued Robinson. “She differentiates instruction with ease, blending expertise and creativity to meet students where they are. Just as importantly, she brings compassion and authenticity to her teaching. Students connect with her because she makes every learner feel valued and capable, and teachers benefit from her collaborative spirit and fresh perspective. Steph embodies what it means to be both an outstanding educator and a dedicated teammate. For her professionalism, her innovation in the classroom, and the heart she brings to our school community, I proudly nominate her for the District Attitude Award for Collaboration and Impact!”
REMINDER! Parent-Teacher Conferences are THIS WEEK! Tomorrow and the next day (Wednesday, Oct. 15th & Thursday, Oct. 16th) each school will be open from 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. for conferences. If you haven’t already, please schedule your timeslot in Skyward. And remember - no school on Friday, Oct. 17th (no classes, all school and district offices closed).
If you’re a high school student or parent, feel free to stop by Eisenhower High School (EHS) for their career fair event! This will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16th, in the foyer of EHS. This is a great way to learn about different options for life after high school where you’ll get the chance to speak with representatives from a variety of career paths about programs, degrees, scholarships, and more! This is open to ALL USD 265 high school students and parents (EHS, GHS, Goddard Academy, or Goddard Virtual School). For more information, contact the EHS Counseling Office at 316-794-4155.
If you’re a high school student or parent, feel free to stop by Eisenhower High School (EHS) for their career fair event! This will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16th, in the foyer of EHS. This is a great way to learn about different options for life after high school where you’ll get the chance to speak with representatives from a variety of career paths about programs, degrees, scholarships, and more! This is open to ALL USD 265 high school students and parents (EHS, GHS, Goddard Academy, or Goddard Virtual School). For more information, contact the EHS Counseling Office at 316-794-4155.
SPRING 2026 DRIVER EDUCATION - ENROLLMENT OPENS SOON!
Is your teen ready to hit the road? Registration for the USD 265 Spring 2026 Driver Education program opens Wednesday, October 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
ELIGIBILITY: Students must be at least 14 years old by Nov. 21st, 2025 and currently attending a USD 265 school.
COST: $275 for current USD 265 students
KEY DATES:
Enrollment opens: Oct. 22nd @ 10:00 a.m.
Payment deadline: Oct. 30th @ 10:00 p.m.
Required in-person meetings: Nov. 10th, 2025
Online coursework: Feb. 2nd - 19th, 2026
Driving sessions: Nov. 22nd, 2025 - May 14th, 2026
ENROLL HERE: https://bit.ly/USD265-DESpring26
Space is limited! Students are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment must be received within the deadline to secure your spot. Questions? Contact Jacob Holle at jholle@goddardusd.com or 316-794-4142.
Is your teen ready to hit the road? Registration for the USD 265 Spring 2026 Driver Education program opens Wednesday, October 22nd at 10:00 a.m.
ELIGIBILITY: Students must be at least 14 years old by Nov. 21st, 2025 and currently attending a USD 265 school.
COST: $275 for current USD 265 students
KEY DATES:
Enrollment opens: Oct. 22nd @ 10:00 a.m.
Payment deadline: Oct. 30th @ 10:00 p.m.
Required in-person meetings: Nov. 10th, 2025
Online coursework: Feb. 2nd - 19th, 2026
Driving sessions: Nov. 22nd, 2025 - May 14th, 2026
ENROLL HERE: https://bit.ly/USD265-DESpring26
Space is limited! Students are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment must be received within the deadline to secure your spot. Questions? Contact Jacob Holle at jholle@goddardusd.com or 316-794-4142.
October is Principal Appreciation Month! This month, we celebrate the dedicated principals who lead our #265Family with vision, compassion, and commitment. These motivated educators work tirelessly to create positive learning environments where every student can thrive. They come to school each day ready to face challenges and celebrate wins, alongside students and staff, to advance the mission of Goddard Public Schools and help educate every student for lifelong success.
THANK YOU to each of our school building leaders across the district for your innovation, dedication, and the countless ways you champion students, staff, and families every day!
Congratulations to Kirsten Hickey, Kindergarten Teacher at Oak Street Elementary School, one of the two 2026 Kansas Horizon Award District Nominees for Goddard Public Schools. This award recognizes outstanding first-year teachers who have made a significant impact on their students' lives and school communities. Teachers in their second year of teaching, like Hickey, are fantastic examples of educational excellence.
“I believe one of the most important teaching strategies is instilling a growth mindset in my students. My first priority is to create a classroom environment that feels peaceful, safe and supportive - a space where every child feels valued and is encouraged to grow,” shared Hickey. “If you have a positive mindset, you will become more resilient. There is not a lot that a teacher can control, but we always have the power to control how we respond.”
Hickey was nominated with the full support of the Oak Street school community, including Principal Ashley Miller, who shared her endorsement of Hickey for this award. “What truly distinguishes Mrs. Hickey is her remarkable ability to foster profound emotional and academic growth simultaneously in her young students,” shared Miller. “She is an expert in differentiating instruction, ensuring that students who are ready for advanced academics are challenged while those needing extra support receive targeted, engaging intervention,” Miller continued. “Even during her first year of teaching, she consistently shared her best practices with her department and other staff within the building, demonstrating a dedication to uplifting the entire school's quality of instruction.”
The positive impact that Hickey creates in her classroom extends well past the walls of Oak Street, directly to our #265Family. Cherokee Gale, an Oak Street parent, shared about her experience having Hickey as her daughter’s teacher. “As a parent, you can hope and pray for others to treat your children as good as you can. We could not have asked for a better educator to show our daughter the love and support she can get between the walls of her classroom,” shared Gale. “(Hickey) created an environment that students wanted to learn. The culture within the classroom was clearly built on a passion for making sure all students feel safe and comfortable to grow into who they will be. She is the teacher you want to impact your child's mind as well as their heart.”
Congratulations to Kirsten Hickey, and thank you for fostering high standards and a caring environment, and representing our #265Family with distinction, a positive spirit, and dedication!
“I believe one of the most important teaching strategies is instilling a growth mindset in my students. My first priority is to create a classroom environment that feels peaceful, safe and supportive - a space where every child feels valued and is encouraged to grow,” shared Hickey. “If you have a positive mindset, you will become more resilient. There is not a lot that a teacher can control, but we always have the power to control how we respond.”
Hickey was nominated with the full support of the Oak Street school community, including Principal Ashley Miller, who shared her endorsement of Hickey for this award. “What truly distinguishes Mrs. Hickey is her remarkable ability to foster profound emotional and academic growth simultaneously in her young students,” shared Miller. “She is an expert in differentiating instruction, ensuring that students who are ready for advanced academics are challenged while those needing extra support receive targeted, engaging intervention,” Miller continued. “Even during her first year of teaching, she consistently shared her best practices with her department and other staff within the building, demonstrating a dedication to uplifting the entire school's quality of instruction.”
The positive impact that Hickey creates in her classroom extends well past the walls of Oak Street, directly to our #265Family. Cherokee Gale, an Oak Street parent, shared about her experience having Hickey as her daughter’s teacher. “As a parent, you can hope and pray for others to treat your children as good as you can. We could not have asked for a better educator to show our daughter the love and support she can get between the walls of her classroom,” shared Gale. “(Hickey) created an environment that students wanted to learn. The culture within the classroom was clearly built on a passion for making sure all students feel safe and comfortable to grow into who they will be. She is the teacher you want to impact your child's mind as well as their heart.”
Congratulations to Kirsten Hickey, and thank you for fostering high standards and a caring environment, and representing our #265Family with distinction, a positive spirit, and dedication!
Congratulations to Abigail Griffith, Science Teacher at Goddard High School (GHS), one of the two 2026 Kansas Horizon Award District Nominees for Goddard Public Schools. This award recognizes remarkable first-year teachers who have made an important impact on their students' lives and school communities. Teachers like Griffith, who is in her second year of teaching, depict what it means to bring excellence to education.
“You enter this profession because you have passion and you have skill,” shared Griffith. “You will not match anyone else’s teaching style or personality, and that’s a good thing! There are kids out there that need the ‘you’ that you are. They don’t need your version of another teacher’s style - they need you! So breathe, let the pressure fall away, and go be your best version of you. That’s where the magic is.”
Griffith was nominated with the full support of the GHS school community, including Principal Doug Bridwell, who shared his endorsement. “What distinguishes this remarkable educator as most outstanding is her unwavering dedication to building positive, caring relationships, her innovative teaching methods, and the profound impact she has on at-risk students. Innovation is a hallmark of Mrs. Griffith’s approach. Abbie is continuously implementing projects that go beyond traditional lectures and textbooks.” Bridwell continued, “What makes Mrs. Griffith truly outstanding is her holistic approach to education, one that prioritizes caring relationships, embraces innovation, and champions the success of every student, especially those most vulnerable. Abbie’s dedication not only enhances academic achievement but also fosters resilience, confidence, and hope.”
The positive impact that Griffith embodies in the classroom is likely best told from a student’s perspective. Hailey Nunn, a junior at GHS, shared about her experience having Griffith as her teacher. “I never really liked science or anything like that until I had Mrs. Griffith, and then my whole perspective changed. The way she taught made it interesting and fun, but also productive and easy to remember. She explained things in a way that made sense even if it was complicated.” Nunn continued, “Mrs. Griffith truly cared about all of her students. You could tell she wanted us all to do well and succeed, not just pass the class and move on. What I appreciate most about Mrs. Griffith was that she treated everyone as an equal, no one was above or below anyone. She would never talk down to anyone and she treated everyone with the same respect. By doing so, it made people respect her back. She was also super positive which made her class feel a lot less stressful. I learned so much in her class last year, not just about biology but about how having a good attitude and caring for others can make a huge impact on everything. Mrs. Griffith is the type of teacher you never forget and you hope stays in your life. She's the kind of teacher that makes everything around her better and the kind you'll remember forever.”
Congratulations to Abigail Griffith, and thank you for elevating excellence in education and representing our #265Family with pride, positivity, and enthusiasm!
“You enter this profession because you have passion and you have skill,” shared Griffith. “You will not match anyone else’s teaching style or personality, and that’s a good thing! There are kids out there that need the ‘you’ that you are. They don’t need your version of another teacher’s style - they need you! So breathe, let the pressure fall away, and go be your best version of you. That’s where the magic is.”
Griffith was nominated with the full support of the GHS school community, including Principal Doug Bridwell, who shared his endorsement. “What distinguishes this remarkable educator as most outstanding is her unwavering dedication to building positive, caring relationships, her innovative teaching methods, and the profound impact she has on at-risk students. Innovation is a hallmark of Mrs. Griffith’s approach. Abbie is continuously implementing projects that go beyond traditional lectures and textbooks.” Bridwell continued, “What makes Mrs. Griffith truly outstanding is her holistic approach to education, one that prioritizes caring relationships, embraces innovation, and champions the success of every student, especially those most vulnerable. Abbie’s dedication not only enhances academic achievement but also fosters resilience, confidence, and hope.”
The positive impact that Griffith embodies in the classroom is likely best told from a student’s perspective. Hailey Nunn, a junior at GHS, shared about her experience having Griffith as her teacher. “I never really liked science or anything like that until I had Mrs. Griffith, and then my whole perspective changed. The way she taught made it interesting and fun, but also productive and easy to remember. She explained things in a way that made sense even if it was complicated.” Nunn continued, “Mrs. Griffith truly cared about all of her students. You could tell she wanted us all to do well and succeed, not just pass the class and move on. What I appreciate most about Mrs. Griffith was that she treated everyone as an equal, no one was above or below anyone. She would never talk down to anyone and she treated everyone with the same respect. By doing so, it made people respect her back. She was also super positive which made her class feel a lot less stressful. I learned so much in her class last year, not just about biology but about how having a good attitude and caring for others can make a huge impact on everything. Mrs. Griffith is the type of teacher you never forget and you hope stays in your life. She's the kind of teacher that makes everything around her better and the kind you'll remember forever.”
Congratulations to Abigail Griffith, and thank you for elevating excellence in education and representing our #265Family with pride, positivity, and enthusiasm!
Mark your calendars! Fall semester parent-teacher conferences are coming up.
Wednesday, October 15th: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 16th: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 17th: NO SCHOOL, All School & District Offices Closed
Please take advantage of this valuable opportunity to connect with your child's teachers, discuss progress, and partner in your student's success!
Wednesday, October 15th: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 16th: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 17th: NO SCHOOL, All School & District Offices Closed
Please take advantage of this valuable opportunity to connect with your child's teachers, discuss progress, and partner in your student's success!
Get Ready to ROAR into Fun at the Goddard Fall Festival!
Pick up your copy of the Times-Sentinel Newspaper this week to check out the official 2025 Goddard Fall Festival Guide!
While you're flipping through, be sure to keep an eye out for the important notice from USD 265 tucked inside! It's packed with must-know information:
Details on the upcoming "G Day" event,
How to sign up for your FREE copy of the ROAR on 54 magazine (made possible by the dedicated efforts of the Goddard Education Foundation), and
How to download the official USD 265 mobile app.
Grab your copy and get informed today!
Pick up your copy of the Times-Sentinel Newspaper this week to check out the official 2025 Goddard Fall Festival Guide!
While you're flipping through, be sure to keep an eye out for the important notice from USD 265 tucked inside! It's packed with must-know information:
Details on the upcoming "G Day" event,
How to sign up for your FREE copy of the ROAR on 54 magazine (made possible by the dedicated efforts of the Goddard Education Foundation), and
How to download the official USD 265 mobile app.
Grab your copy and get informed today!
Are you a certified educator looking for a rewarding career with one of Kansas's premier school districts? Come learn what our #265Family is all about!
CERTIFIED STAFF CAREER FAIR
04:30 - 08:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12th
Eisenhower High School (1230 S. 167th St. W., Goddard, KS)
We're hiring for positions including: Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers, Secondary Teachers, Special Education, Speech Language Pathologists, Psychologists & Social Workers, and other support professionals!
Sign up for an on-site interview by clicking the link below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B49A5A722A6FF2-59174180-teaching#/
Come be part of educational excellence at USD 265!
CERTIFIED STAFF CAREER FAIR
04:30 - 08:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 12th
Eisenhower High School (1230 S. 167th St. W., Goddard, KS)
We're hiring for positions including: Early Childhood & Elementary Teachers, Secondary Teachers, Special Education, Speech Language Pathologists, Psychologists & Social Workers, and other support professionals!
Sign up for an on-site interview by clicking the link below!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B49A5A722A6FF2-59174180-teaching#/
Come be part of educational excellence at USD 265!
Today we celebrate and say THANK YOU to all of the amazing athletic and academic COACHES that call Goddard Public Schools home!
To those who inspire, motivate, and guide our students to reach their full potential - both on the field and in the classroom - your commitment and determination make all the difference. Thank you for the countless hours, the life lessons, and the unwavering commitment to helping every member of our #265Family succeed. Your impact extends far beyond the court, classroom, field, library, or lecture hall. THANK YOU!
Tag a coach who's made a difference in your life!
To those who inspire, motivate, and guide our students to reach their full potential - both on the field and in the classroom - your commitment and determination make all the difference. Thank you for the countless hours, the life lessons, and the unwavering commitment to helping every member of our #265Family succeed. Your impact extends far beyond the court, classroom, field, library, or lecture hall. THANK YOU!
Tag a coach who's made a difference in your life!
The Goddard Education Foundation is looking for all the “G’s” out there for our inaugural G-Day event!
This event is for all the “G’s” in our community: Grandparents, Golden-Agers, or anyone who is simply a Grand and Generous person who wants to give back to the next generation of students. We invite you to join us for a morning dedicated to remembering and experiencing all the amazing things that happen in elementary classrooms. This is more than just a volunteer event; it’s a celebration of generations and a chance to forge new relationships.
Goddard Public Schools will be featuring two of our Elementary Schools, Explorer Elementary and Amelia Earhart Elementary, for these Inaugural G-Day events. The dates are:
- Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Explorer Elementary School
- Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Amelia Earhart Elementary School
Please share this with a Grandparent, Neighbor, Community Patron, or friend who might enjoy learning more about Goddard Public Schools.
To Register:
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, with that in mind, there are only 20 available G-Day participant spots (10 for each elementary school). Interested G-Day participants can complete the application form by clicking the link below by the end of the day on Monday, October 13, 2025, and a representative from the Goddard Education Foundation will be in touch with you. Any interested G-Day representative must meet all the eligibility requirements (listed in the registration form) to be considered for G-Day.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUnhhEx28OQ9YJCj3dmcF4BHpPzV9sDTw6dTjWr6lsk4dKlw/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNMwnNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkazY4YklMdnZFSkxXaVQzAR6UfyPQYatkT_AyNcQvRLkZwfHbs1F1oe_6WuqxD8t28lj2XSeQbNPxzzzxGA_aem_RtNaUeuMagjPplgUlFi64g
We hope you'll help us celebrate and honor the many "G's" who make our community strong. Thank you for supporting Goddard Public Schools. We look forward to welcoming our guests at G-Day!
This event is for all the “G’s” in our community: Grandparents, Golden-Agers, or anyone who is simply a Grand and Generous person who wants to give back to the next generation of students. We invite you to join us for a morning dedicated to remembering and experiencing all the amazing things that happen in elementary classrooms. This is more than just a volunteer event; it’s a celebration of generations and a chance to forge new relationships.
Goddard Public Schools will be featuring two of our Elementary Schools, Explorer Elementary and Amelia Earhart Elementary, for these Inaugural G-Day events. The dates are:
- Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Explorer Elementary School
- Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 from 8:15 am - 12:00 pm at Amelia Earhart Elementary School
Please share this with a Grandparent, Neighbor, Community Patron, or friend who might enjoy learning more about Goddard Public Schools.
To Register:
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, with that in mind, there are only 20 available G-Day participant spots (10 for each elementary school). Interested G-Day participants can complete the application form by clicking the link below by the end of the day on Monday, October 13, 2025, and a representative from the Goddard Education Foundation will be in touch with you. Any interested G-Day representative must meet all the eligibility requirements (listed in the registration form) to be considered for G-Day.
Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUnhhEx28OQ9YJCj3dmcF4BHpPzV9sDTw6dTjWr6lsk4dKlw/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNMwnNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFkazY4YklMdnZFSkxXaVQzAR6UfyPQYatkT_AyNcQvRLkZwfHbs1F1oe_6WuqxD8t28lj2XSeQbNPxzzzxGA_aem_RtNaUeuMagjPplgUlFi64g
We hope you'll help us celebrate and honor the many "G's" who make our community strong. Thank you for supporting Goddard Public Schools. We look forward to welcoming our guests at G-Day!
Exciting news, Goddard families - the USD 265 Parents as Teachers (PAT) program is on Facebook!
Parents as Teachers provides support, resources, and guidance for families with children from pre-natal through the age of three. This no-cost parent education and family support program has been serving Goddard Public Schools families for decades. Follow their page for parenting tips, developmental milestone information, activity ideas, and program updates.
Click the link below and give them a follow today:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579594182722
Together, we're building a strong foundation for our youngest learners!
Parents as Teachers provides support, resources, and guidance for families with children from pre-natal through the age of three. This no-cost parent education and family support program has been serving Goddard Public Schools families for decades. Follow their page for parenting tips, developmental milestone information, activity ideas, and program updates.
Click the link below and give them a follow today:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579594182722
Together, we're building a strong foundation for our youngest learners!
Tomorrow is Custodian Appreciation Day, and it’s a great opportunity to recognize these dedicated professionals in our schools making a difference! Please join us as we celebrate the incredible custodial and maintenance teams that keep USD 265 facilities running safely and smoothly from day to day, throughout the school year! Our building engineers work tirelessly to ensure our schools are clean and welcoming spaces, to create the most optimal caring and connected educational environments for students and staff.
From front office spaces to clean classrooms, they make a difference every single day in our school communities. Thanks to each and every building engineer for ALL you do to support our #265Family every day.
Please take a moment to thank a building engineer tomorrow, to show our collective appreciation for all that they do!
From front office spaces to clean classrooms, they make a difference every single day in our school communities. Thanks to each and every building engineer for ALL you do to support our #265Family every day.
Please take a moment to thank a building engineer tomorrow, to show our collective appreciation for all that they do!
Did you know that school websites, AND the USD 265 mobile app, make staying connected easier than ever?! You can:
Add school events directly to your personal calendar (iCal, Google, Outlook),
Subscribe to specific school calendars, and
View all events on our website or mobile app.
Don’t miss out - check your school website or download the USD 265 mobile app today!
