Hiawatha Schools USD 415

Hiawatha High School FBLA students recently participated in a business outing to Top Golf in Kansas City.

April was Financial Literacy Month. In the JAGK classes, students worked a lot with budgeting, loans, and understanding the importance of being financially smart. Although students still struggle with the concept that they will be adults and budgeting will be necessary, they seem to be invested in learning. We appreciate all the support from Luke Moore, VP of Citizens State Bank, for taking the time to talk with students and also for spending many days helping prepare Anthony for the national competition.

Senior JAGK student Anthony Anderson, recently competed nationally in Orlando, Florida at The National Career Development Conference April 18-22nd. His teacher, Kelly Griswold accompanied him. In order to participate in the National Competition, students must first qualify. Students compete first at the local level, then regional, and must place in the top 3 at the state level to move on to nationals. The state of Kansas took 32 students to Nationals and 8 adults. We flew out of Kansas City on Tuesday and returned on Sunday. The week was short but the memories will last a lifetime. Anthony experienced his first plane ride, Universal Studios, and Starbucks! Although he didn't walk away with a Top 10 placement, this was an experience that allowed him to grow in many ways. Anthony was able to meet different students from across the United States along with his peers from Kansas. USD 415 is so proud of Anthony & Ms. Griswold.

JAGK students recently attended the The iBuild Showcase, organized by the National Institute of Construction Excellence. This allowed students an overview of the construction industry in a single venue. Students got to participate in a variety of hands-on activities as they interact with dozens of exhibitors. The primary focus of iBuild is to provide information about the various skilled trades. A few of the exhibitors were: Heartland Women in Trades, The Builder's Association, Foley Equipment, McCown Gordon, Milwaukee Tool, MoDot, and KDot.

HMS Vocal Concert

We could not make it throughout our day without the amazing staff in our kitchens! We appreciate what you do each and every day for our students and staff . We know you are our lunch room heroes! Thank you! #USD415 #HESRedHawks #HMSRedHawk #HHSRedHawks

Who: Boys and Girls, Grades 5th-12th – See below for specific session times Date: Grades 9-12: June 5th– August 10th - Grades 5-8: June 5th August 4th. Cost: $20.00 Per Student – Payment is due to the high school office 1st week of weights Location: Hiawatha High School – Students will need to use gym doors for entrance 9th-12th Boys: Monday-Thursday, 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM 9th -12th Girls: Monday-Thursday, 8:15 AM- 9:30 AM 7th-8th Boys and Girls: Monday-Thursday, 9:45 AM – 11:00 am 5th and 6th boys and girls: Monday-Thursday, 11:15AM - 12:15PM This program is designed to enhance strength, speed, and explosiveness for all Red Hawk athletic teams, male and female. The program is made up of weight training, sprinting and agility exercises. Students who make 80% summer weight attendance will receive a t-shirt. Contact Coach Downard at mdownard@usd415.org with any questions. Please fill out the correct grade summer weights enrollment form listed below. High School Boys and Girls - Grades 9-12 for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/L4GHzTDa2jeN3sFW7 Middle School Boys and Girls - Grades 7 and 8 for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/GQCVVHFh6tuwk6Nr7 5th and 6th Grade Boys and Girls for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/jT5CC6YftY6LzMUn6 #HMSRedHawks #HHSRedHawks

Who: Boys and Girls, Grades 5th-12th – See below for specific session times Date: Grades 9-12: June 5th– August 10th - Grades 5-8: June 5th August 4th. Cost: $20.00 Per Student – Payment is due to the high school office 1st week of weights Location: Hiawatha High School – Students will need to use gym doors for entrance 9th-12th Boys: Monday-Thursday, 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM 9th -12th Girls: Monday-Thursday, 8:15 AM- 9:30 AM 7th-8th Boys and Girls: Monday-Thursday, 9:45 AM – 11:00 am 5th and 6th boys and girls: Monday-Thursday, 11:15AM - 12:15PM This program is designed to enhance strength, speed, and explosiveness for all Red Hawk athletic teams, male and female. The program is made up of weight training, sprinting and agility exercises. Students who make 80% summer weight attendance will receive a t-shirt. Contact Coach Downard at mdownard@usd415.org with any questions. Please fill out the correct grade summer weights enrollment form listed below. High School Boys and Girls - Grades 9-12 for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/L4GHzTDa2jeN3sFW7 Middle School Boys and Girls - Grades 7 and 8 for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/GQCVVHFh6tuwk6Nr7 5th and 6th Grade Boys and Girls for the 23-24 school year. https://forms.gle/jT5CC6YftY6LzMUn6

Mrs Pyle’s Kindergarten class worked very hard on planting flowers for delivery to the residents at Maple Grove and Vintage Park. #HESRedHawks

Ms. Hubin's class earned their 36 hawk blocks and as a reward they enjoyed lunch outside! #HESRedHawks

Teammates Mentoring of Hiawatha is part of the Community Foundation and will be taking part in Match Day. Match Day will take place May 26th-May 29th. Teammates is a mentoring program for 5-12 graders in Hiawatha. It is a school based program, meaning all meetings take place during school hours and in the school buildings. We currently have 25 matches and have more students sign up each day. Donated money will go towards mentor/mentee events, training, appreciation activities, and more. Please consider donating to this great program! You may make a check payable to Hiawatha Community Foundation or pay online during the event. Please note that funds won’t be matched online unless they are given from May 26th -29th. Attached is a form with instructions on how to donate. Thank you for your support! Match Day Donation Form: https://5il.co/1tp21 Match Day Letter: https://5il.co/1tp22 Website: https://www.givebacktomoveforward.com/nonprofits/Hiawatha-Teammates #HMSRedHawks

Baseball senior night!

HMS Summer School Information: Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s), We will be offering a 4 week summer school program for all students currently enrolled in grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. The program will begin on June 5th and will run through June 29th. It will provide students with additional academic instruction in math and reading. We will also incorporate different activities involving science, art, and cooking. • Class time is 8:30-12:00 • Lunch will be served from 12:00-12:30 each day • Summer school will be Monday-Thursday • There will be no summer school on Fridays • Classes will be held at Hiawatha Middle School • A grab and go breakfast will be provided with no cost to the student. • Transportation will likely be provided from specific pick-up areas around Hiawatha and surrounding communities. Summer school will focus on math and reading skills along with activities to enhance the learning environment and allow students to engage in fun educational activities as well. We will be accepting enrollments through May 12, 2023. If you would like your child to be part of our summer school program, please fill out Google Form by May 12. If you cannot access the Google Form, please contact Kim Krauter. Google Form: https://tinyurl.com/2023HMSSummerSchool If you have any questions please contact Kim Krauter, School Counselor, at Hiawatha Middle School at 785-742-4172 or by email, kkrauter@usd415.org. Sincerely, Kyley Gatz, Principal Kim Krauter School Counselor & HMS Summer School Coordinator #HMSRedHawks #SummerSchool

HHS Weekly Activities Week of 5/1!

It's National School Principal's Day! Celebrated on May 1st each year. USD 415 would like to take this day & acknowledge the valuable work performed by our building principals. We deeply appreciate your dedication to our students & staff! #HESRedHawks #HMSRedHawks #HHSRedHawks #USD415 #RedHawkReady

Students at HES are running the smile mile! 4th-1st grades Monday May 1st & Tuesday May 2nd and make up/reruns are on Thursday May 4th and Friday May 5th! Remember to wear tennis shoes and comfy clothes #HESRedHawks

HMS Summer School Information: Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s), We will be offering a 4 week summer school program for all students currently enrolled in grades 5, 6, 7, and 8. The program will begin on June 5th and will run through June 29th. It will provide students with additional academic instruction in math and reading. We will also incorporate different activities involving science, art, and cooking. • Class time is 8:30-12:00 • Lunch will be served from 12:00-12:30 each day • Summer school will be Monday-Thursday • There will be no summer school on Fridays • Classes will be held at Hiawatha Middle School • A grab and go breakfast will be provided with no cost to the student. • Transportation will likely be provided from specific pick-up areas around Hiawatha and surrounding communities. Summer school will focus on math and reading skills along with activities to enhance the learning environment and allow students to engage in fun educational activities as well. We will be accepting enrollments through May 12, 2023. If you would like your child to be part of our summer school program, please fill out Google Form by May 12. If you cannot access the Google Form, please contact Kim Krauter. Google Form: https://tinyurl.com/2023HMSSummerSchool If you have any questions please contact Kim Krauter, School Counselor, at Hiawatha Middle School at 785-742-4172 or by email, kkrauter@usd415.org. Sincerely, Kyley Gatz, Principal Kim Krauter School Counselor & HMS Summer School Coordinator #HMSRedHawks #SummerSchool

Yesterday evening, the Hiawatha High School Astronomy Club visited Bushman Planetarium to watch two shows on the Hubble Space Telescope and solar eclipses.

Now accepting 3 & 4 year-old at-risk preschool applications for the 2023-2024 School year *Must be 3 years of age on or before august 31, 2023 but cannot have reached 5 years old See application for additional criteria. Applications are available Online: https://www.hiawathaschools.org/ Or at Hiawatha Elementary School 600 Miami St, Hiawatha, KS 66434 785-742-7181 #hesredhawks #usd415

Route Drivers, Activity Drivers and Subs Needed: . We need sports and field trip drivers. If you are going to the games anyway then you could get paid to go, get into the games free (home games too) and get paid while you are there. . We also need substitute drivers for our bus routes. . A Class B or A CDL with School Bus & Passenger endorsements is required. All training is provided and paid for by USD 415. . Starting pay is $20/hour for drive time and $10/hour for layover/sit time. . Contact Jim Farris at (785)741-2777 (text or call) or email jfarris@usd415.org for details. . . #HESRedHawks #HMSRedHawks #HHSRedHawks #HHSRedHawkAlumni #USD415 #RedHawkReady #helpwanted #job #jobs #bus #busdriver #BusDrivers #NeedWorkWednesday