Salthawk Summer Newsletter

Hutchinson USD 308 Salthawk Families,

As we reach the halfway point of our summer break, I hope you are enjoying a full summer of fun and sun. The USD 308 dedicated staff continue to work and prepare for the upcoming school year to ensure we provide your children a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment. We are already looking forward to everyone returning for the first days of school on August 14 and 15.

As always, we have much planned for back-to-school enrollment and activities. Please keep an eye on your emails and our district website for updates and important dates. Our focus for this coming year is on facility enhancements in order to positively impact academic achievements. Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we strive to make our district a place where every student can thrive. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Dr. Dawn M. Johnson

Superintendent

ONLINE ENROLLMENT: New and Returning students will be able to enroll for the school year online, beginning July 10. For the best experience, please complete this process on a laptop or computer. New Students will need to call 620-615-4004 to create a new account.

IN-PERSON ENROLLMENT: Each school will host an in-person enrollment event on July 30th from 10am to 7pm. If you complete online enrollment, you do not need to attend an in-person enrollment event. At in-person enrollment, you will be provided with a computer to complete the online enrollment via Skyward. You may enroll all students in your household from one building. You will not need to attend multiple buildings.

ENROLLMENT FEES: The enrollment fee for each K-12 student is $65. Optional fees include yearbooks and activity passes for students in grades 7 through 12. Please complete the Free & Reduced Meal application during the enrollment process. If your household qualifies for Free Meals, enrollment fees will be waived. If your household qualifies for Reduced Meals, enrollment fees will be capped at $40 per student. Some restrictions apply.

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Does your student thrive in a virtual education setting? Enroll them in Hutchinson Virtual School for the 2024-2025 school year!

The mission of Hutchinson Virtual School is to provide a quality alternative to traditional schools in a virtual format assisted by licensed USD 308 teachers. Our school is fully accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education.

Curriculum for the program is internet-based and is powered by Acellus for grades 1-12. Students will have 24/7 access to Acellus, which allows for anytime, anywhere flexibility.

Hutchinson Virtual School is physically located inside of the V building at Hutchinson High School. This is where all in-person meetings will take place.

Students NEW to the District: Please select Virtual as your attendance center during online enrollment.

Students RETURNING to the District: Please reach out to your building principal after online enrollment is completed to request a transfer.

All families are encouraged to fill out the free or reduced-price meal application. Only students with approved applications will receive free or reduced-price meals. Families who do not qualify for free meals will be responsible for paying for their child(ren)'s meals at reduced or paid rates.

Families may complete the Application for Free or Reduced School Meals online during the enrollment process. Paper applications are also available below. Completed paper applications should be returned to your child's school or Nutrition Services at 815 W 4th, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Contact Nutrition Services at (620) 615-5580 or nutrition@usd308.com if you have any questions. All district menus comply with USDA standards for healthy meals.

Important Note: Please complete the free or reduced application form, even if you are not sure you qualify. This helps with funding for USD 308 and may save you money on textbook fees, internet access, college application fees, CTE Assessments, and more!

School supply lists by grade can be found by clicking on the image below.

Teachers may have special requests for their supply list. This information will be shared during open houses.

Hutchinson High School: Teachers will provide your student with a specific list the first week of school.

Pre-K: Parents will be notified of any necessary supplies after enrollment.

Parents are reminded to check with their pediatricians for any needed vaccinations and physicals. Athletic physicals must be done after May 1, 2024, and be on file before the first day of fall practice.

All health paperwork is required to be on file each year. This includes:

FOR ALL STUDENTS: up-to-date vaccination record

FOR NEW TO USD 308 STUDENTS: yearly physical for new students up to age 9

Hutchinson Public Schools is governed by a seven-member Board of Education. Current members are listed below with their initial year of current service.

Back Row:

• Gleysha Mendez-Rosario (2024)

• Tad Dower (2024)

• Darcie Canfield-Riggs (2023)

• Lance Patterson, Vice President (2016)

• Laura Corey, President (2022)

Front Row:

• Cheryl Thompson (2022)

• Valarie Gibson-Smith (2024)

Board meetings are open to the public and normally are on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 6 p.m. Meetings are held at the district office at 1520 N. Plum. Click here for more information.

Join us for the Convoy of Hope event being held at the Kansas State Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 27th! This free community event is sponsored by local churches and organizations in Reno County to provide backpacks, school supplies, hygiene products, groceries and more! This drive-thru event starts at 9:00 a.m. and will run until supplies last. New this year is a walk-through option for medical services. Enter at Gate 7 off of State Fair Road. To learn more, visit the Hope Wichita Facebook page.

Hutchinson Public Schools uses the Apptegy telephone, texting, and email system to notify parents of both emergency and routine matters.

Because Apptegy is only as effective as our student information database is accurate, it has become critical for parents to notify their schools when telephone numbers and email addresses change. Please contact your school secretary with any telephone number changes. You may opt-in to text alerts at any time by texting START to 98900.

Email: webcontactform@usd308.com
Website: www.usd308.com
Location: 1520 North Plum Street, Hutchinson, KS, USA
Phone: 620-615-4000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USD308
Twitter: @USD308