Dr. Greer's Super Note

I am so grateful that you are here! Back-to-school is an exciting time that can bring with it lots of emotions. You may be confident, nervous, happy for the year ahead, or even sad that the summer is now behind us.

A year ago, I was experiencing my first day of school as superintendent. I was still meeting many people in schools across the district and becoming familiar with the various schedules, routines, and other details. Now, a year later, I have made new friends and have helped be part of some important projects that will make our district better.

This first day of school has me thinking back to when I was a student, and I hope you enjoy these photos of me from way back then. Maybe these photos can be a good reminder that the teachers and grownups in your lives were once students like you, finding their way on first days, making new friends, and discovering a little at a time what their future would hold.

Yesterday, I challenged all of the teachers and employees to think of at least one important thing they can do this school year to help make our district better. We are all working together to make sure Maize is the best school district for you! I invite you to also think of one goal this year that can make this the best school year yet.

I hope you have an a-MAIZE-ing first day of school!

Dr. Greer

A huge congratulations to Maize South High School senior Vitor Geromel, named USA Today Boys Soccer Player of the Year! He was selected from among 25 nominees across the country and was the only Kansas nominee.

USA Today celebrated that:

⚽ He helped power the Mavericks to a perfect 21-0 record last year.

⚽ He was part of team's 5A state championship, the first boys soccer title in the school's history.

⚽ Vitor set the single season record with 42 goals last year.

⚽ He tied the single season record with 18 assists.

⚽ He earned Class 5A Midfielder of the Year.

Vitor Geromel, pictured with Maize Board of Education President Kerry Fellows, was recognized during Monday's school board meeting.

Congratulations to Maize High School Cheer, which received the Terry Brewster Community Volunteer Award at the National Baseball Congress World Series for their ongoing support of U.S. veterans and the Kansas Honor Flight!

Congratulations to students celebrated during the June Maize Board of Education meeting! They were recognized for their success as winners at the state Science Olympiad and nominees and winners in the Music Theatre Wichita Jester Awards.

Students, principals, and Maize USD 266 staff members participated in the Fill the Bus school supply drive at Chick-fil-A on Aug. 8. The district participated in a contest among area school districts to see which could collect the most school supplies and won first place! Thanks to all who supported the event to help our students be ready for back-to-school, including students who volunteered their time.

Earlier this month, Maize High School senior Jovi Garcia performed a solo for about 100 new certified employees during their professional development training at Maize South High School. She sang "Good Job" by Alicia Keys.

Did you know that students are a HUGE help to keeping schools safe? Help us keep you safe by providing anonymous tips. If you see something, please say something!

There are three ways to submit an anonymous tip:

1. Click here to be taken directly to a secure tip reporting website.
2. On your smartphone, download the free P3 Tips app from the App Store or Google Play. Then, follow the onscreen prompts to submit your tip.
3. Call 316-267-2111.

We are so excited for the Maize Rumble on the River! That's the name for the Maize High School-Maize South High School football game Sept. 29 at Riverfront Stadium, home of the Wichita Wind Surge. Congratulations to Maize South Middle School 8th grade student Megan Burgess, whose suggestions inspired the Maize Rumble on the River event name!

Stay on top of the great things happening at Maize USD 266 on our official social media accounts:

• Maize USD 266 on Facebook
• Maize USD 266 on Twitter

Maize USD 266 partners with the Boys & Girls Club of South Central Kansas for before- and after-school care and programming in our schools. The organization is piloting a new Transition Leader: Youth Worker program in Maize and invites 15- to 17-year-olds to apply. These youth workers will assist adult employees and provide additional support, allowing the program to accommodate more elementary and intermediate school children in grades kindergarten through 6 in its high-demand before- and after-school care program.

Please click here to access the Transition Leader: Youth Worker - Maize application, and please consider sharing this information with your child or any eligible potential candidate. This is a great opportunity for responsible teens who have experience working with children and are seeking a part-time job that accommodates their school hours.

The position pays $10 an hour, and hours would be after school until 6 p.m. preferably Monday through Friday, but there are opportunities for flexibility to accommodate scheduling issues. Youth workers will implement, supervise, and promote activities and programs for children and youth during out-of-school hours. Training will be provided for CPR/First Aid Certification.