Jayhawk Staff Weekly Update

September 28, 2024

Message from Dr. Samuels

Big Thanks

I want to extend BIG thanks to everyone for making Homecoming such a huge success. As an outsider watching this week unfold for the first time, I was not sure what to expect—but I was blown away. It was AMAZING to see staff engaging with students in so many different ways, whether it was participating on stage during the assembly, playing games in the gym, decorating outside, or helping the junior high students with dance competitions and service projects. The list goes on, and I am sure I missed some of the incredible things happening.

Thank you all for your dedication and enthusiasm. You made this week truly special for our students.

Parent/Teacher Conferences

First Quarter ends Friday, October 11 and Conferences are scheduled for October 15 and 17 from 4:00–8:00 p.m., providing a valuable opportunity to meet with families and discuss how their students are doing in school. However, if a student is struggling, this should not be the first time parents are hearing about it. Maintaining consistent communication with families is essential, allowing us to collaborate in supporting students and helping them succeed.

My Schedule this Week

I wanted to let you know I will be off campus on Monday morning to attend the Connecting Linn County meeting, a new initiative aimed at fostering collaboration between Pleasanton, Prairie View, and our school. On Tuesday, October 1, I will be in Topeka for the Commissioner’s Principal Advisory Committee, where I serve as a representative.

Julie

Cultivating Kindness

You now have the opportunity to purchase your very own "Be Kind Jayhawk" shirt, which is being given to students selected in our Cultivating Kindness campaign. The purchase links are provided below.

Be Kind Jayhawk

The tri-blend fabric creates a vintage, fitted look. And extreme durability makes this t-shirt withstand repeated washings and still remain super comfortable.

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Be Kind w/JayHawk - long sleeve

Enrich your wardrobe with a versatile long sleeve tee. For a casual look, combine it with your favorite jeans, and layer it with a button-up shirt, a zip-up hoodie, or a snazzy jacket. Dress it up with formal trousers or chinos to achieve a more professional look.

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Employee of the Year

The nominations for the USD 346 Employee of the Year shall be submitted to each building principal by December 6, 2024. The building principal will review al nominees and has the authority to make the decision as to the number of employees to submit for consideration. The principal shall have the option to not submit any names for consideration.

Once the building principal has determined the nominees from their respective building, they wil submit requests for letters of support and/or other documentation. Once this si completed, the nominations and supporting documentation will be submitted to the building leadership team. Building leadership teams will use the nomination forms and supporting documentation to select up to two winners in each building.