Complete High School Maize

A Strong Start to the Year

We've had a great first two weeks of school, and I'm excited about the direction we're heading. These early weeks are a critical window for establishing culture, building relationships, and setting clear expectations for ourselves and our students. The habits we form now shape the rest of the year, so we've been intentional about getting them right from the start.

I'm proud of the effort our staff and students have already shown. We're seeing real progress in classrooms, in daily routines, and in the overall culture of the building. We're also looking outward, exploring new ways to deepen our connection with the community and bring families and neighbors more directly into the life of our school.

There's still plenty of work ahead, but the momentum we're building is encouraging. Thank you to our staff, students, and families for making these first two weeks such a positive start. I'm looking forward to building on this foundation and making it a great year for everyone!

Brian Hutton
Principal of CHSM

September

September 10 - Service Day

September 11 - Dog House
September 14 - State Fair, All day field trip
September 16 - Contracts Due
September 25 - Dog House

October

October 1 - Fall Picture Retakes

October 8 - Service Day

October 9 - Dog House

October 13 - Contracts Due

October 13 - Future's Fair (Juniors & Seniors), Koch Arena

October 14 - End of Term 1

October 14 - Parent Teacher Conferences, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

October 15 - No School, Parent Teacher Conferences, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

October 19 - Start of Term 2

October 19 through October 29 - MHS and MSHS Senior Announcements, Cap & Gown, Class Ring Packets (see important dates below)

Grandparents Breakfast Postponed
Our September Grandparents Breakfast has been postponed. Please watch for details at a later date.

Fall Picture Retakes!

Picture Day Retakes, Thursday, October 1, 8:15 a.m.

• Online ordering is available before and after Picture Day. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0475FHF

• Event Order Code: 0475FHF
• Order before Picture Day to receive free shipping to the school.
• Shipping and handling charges may apply to orders placed after Picture Day.
  
  

Class of 2027 Important Dates

MHS

• October 20 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown order packets will be provided by Balfour at MHS during Flex, 10:37-11:07 a.m.
• October 28 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown orders will be collected at MHS, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• October 29 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown orders will be collected at MHS, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

MSHS

• October 19 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown packets will be provided by Balfour at MSHS during Flex, 10:37-11:07 a.m.
• October 26 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown orders will be collected at MSHS during lunches, 11:15 a.m. to 1:10 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
• October 27 - Senior Announcements and Cap & Gown orders will be collected at MSHS during lunches, 11:15 a.m. to 1:10 p.m.
  

Packets will also be available at CHSM, beginning the week of October 19. If you have any questions, please contact CHSM Counselor, Tracy Doile.

Introducing our CHSM Parent Club!

If you would like to be a part of the CHSM Parent Club called "Howl the the Moon", please email Sheryl at stillery@usd266.com. Parents in this club will do fun things throughout the year for both students and staff. Think Teacher Appreciation, Admin Day, random celebrations for the kids, meals for staff at conferences, etc. We would love to have you!

CHSM Student Fees are due

$100.00 per year or $25.00 per term is assessed to all students who attend CHSM. This fee is in addition to the normal USD 266 fees and is used to help defer some of the extra costs for student activities and events.

• Fees may be paid with cash, check, or debit/credit card in the front office. (A 4% processing fee is applied when paying with debit/credit card.)

• Our student fees are not payable through Skyward.

• Please contact the front office if you have any questions.

Supplies and Snacks for Sharing
Students are asked to providing the following supplies for the 2026-27 school year.

• 2 reams of White copy paper
• 1 canister of disinfecting wipes or 1 box of Kleenex
• 1 box of an individually wrapped snack (granola bars, cups of Ramen, cups of mac and cheese, Slim Jims, crackers, etc.) Supplies can be turned in to the front office.

Dog House

• Students must attend Dog House on the assigned date.

• Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

• 8:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. - Breakfast available for pick-up from Pray-Woodman
  
  

Student Store
Students have the option of purchasing various drinks, snacks, and frozen sandwiches from our Student Store.

• Purchases can be made with cash or punch cards. Punch cards are preferred, as cash will be limited for making change.
• Punch cards are available in denominations of $5.00 and $10.00 and are available for purchase in the front office.

Maslow’s Pantry is here to support Maize students and families who may be experiencing food or clothing insecurity. If you or someone you know could use support, please click the link below to access our resources and request assistance.

Want to support Maslow’s Pantry? You can also use the link to learn how you can donate, & help us provide essential items to families in our community.

Click the link here to get help or find out how you can help!

A few important reminders:

IMMUNIZATIONS:
Please make sure your student’s immunization records are current and submitted to the health office. If you have any questions regarding your student’s immunizations, please contact me.

• Immunization Deadline: October 1, 2026

SKYWARD HEALTH HISTORY:
Parents/guardians are responsible for updating their student’s health information in Skyward and notifying the school nurse of any new or ongoing medical concerns throughout the school year.

MEDICATIONS AT SCHOOL:

Prescription Medications
Students who need medication administered during the school day must have a new medication authorization form completed each school year before any medication can be given. Please print the medication form, have the prescribing healthcare provider complete it, and return it to the nurse’s office along with the prescription medication. A parent or another adult must bring all prescription medications to school in their original labeled prescription bottle.

Inhalers, EpiPens, diabetic medications, and seizure medications
All require a signed medication authorization form. Parents may print the medication form and have their healthcare provider fax the required health plans to the school nurse. 2026 MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION FORM

Over-the-Counter Medications

Yes, your student may carry over-the-counter medications with a completed medication authorization form signed by a parent or guardian. 2026 OTC MEDICATION CONSENT FORM

School Stock Medications

Stock medications are available in the school nurse’s office. Parents may log in to their Skyward account, select Online Forms, and then click Over-the-Counter Medication Consent Forms. From there, select which over-the-counter medications you authorize the Nurse’s Office to administer. The nurse’s office is required to notify parents whenever a student receives one of these medications. 2026 OTC MEDICATION CONSENT FORM

FOOD ALLERGIES:

If your student requires meal modifications due to a food allergy, a Meal Modification Form (19B) must be completed and signed by both a parent/guardian and your student’s healthcare provider before changes can be made to school meals.

Please contact me if you need this form.

HEALTH SCREENINGS:
During the school year, all 10th-grade students and students who are new to the district will also receive hearing and vision screenings as required by Kansas state law.

These are basic screening tests and are not intended to replace professional evaluations. Results will only be sent home if additional follow-up is recommended.

If you would like to opt your student out of any screenings, please email me.

Thank you for helping us keep your students healthy and ready to succeed. Please don’t hesitate to stop by the health office, call, or email me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to meeting all of you!

Erin Ingalls, RN

School Nurse, Maize High School/Complete High

Phone: 316-350-2137

Email: eingalls@usd266.com

Fax: 316-722-6214

Visit our school website at www.usd266.com/chsm.

Connect with Brian Hutton at bhutton@usd266.com or 316-722-4790.

Complete High School Maize is located at 745 W. Academy Ave. in Maize.