As the weather cools down, we’re thinking back to warmer days when Ms. Hobby’s Social Studies students took their learning outside for an orienteering lesson! 🧭

Students used maps and compasses to navigate their way through a course, putting geography skills into action. A big thank-you to Mr. Manning for helping design and create the course signs that made the activity a success! 👏

#HandsOnLearning #ShawneeHeights
about 3 hours ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Hobby's Orienteering Lesson
Hobby's Orienteering Lesson
Hobby's Orienteering Lesson
Hobby's Orienteering Lesson

Exciting opportunity to join our Shawnee Heights team! We're hiring a High School Principal (starting 26-27 School Year) who is passionate about instructional leadership, teacher development, and building a strong school culture. Apply online at https://shawneeheights.schoolspring.com/ by November 30, 2025!

1 day ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
We Are Hiring
🚓💙 Our Tecumseh South 1st graders spent the morning exploring the Topeka Police Department!

They learned how officers help keep our community safe, saw patrol vehicles up close, and got a behind-the-scenes look at the department.

A big thank-you to TPD for welcoming our students and making this field trip memorable! 👮‍♂️✨
1 day ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
TSouth 1st Graders Field Trip to TPD
TSouth 1st Graders Field Trip to TPD
TSouth 1st Graders Field Trip to TPD
TSouth 1st Graders Field Trip to TPD
TSouth 1st Graders Field Trip to TPD

Join us tonight, November 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Tecumseh South Elementary Library for the Board of Education meeting. Tecumseh South will be presenting their site council report.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda

2 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Board of Education SM Meeting Reminder (6)
Each year, the NEKMEA (Northeast Kansas Music Educators Association) hosts District Auditions. Students audition alongside numerous others across different school districts. Congratulations to the following students who have been selected for the District Honor Band, Orchestra, and Choir!
2 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
District Honor Groups
🎨✨ Illustrator Visit! ✨🎨
This week, our elementary students had the chance to learn from illustrator Elizabeth Baddeley, who visited all four of our elementary schools.

She shared what it’s like to bring stories to life, from early sketches to final illustrations, and walked students through her creative process. Our students asked thoughtful, curious questions that made each session even better.

Thank you, Elizabeth, for inspiring our young artists and storytellers! 📚🖍️
5 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Illustrator Elizabeth Baddeley
Illustrator Elizabeth Baddeley
Illustrator Elizabeth Baddeley

🎉📣 It's Major Saver Time! 📣🎉

The Shawnee Heights Public Schools Major Saver Discount Card Fundraiser kicks off today, Thursday, November 13, and runs through Tuesday, December 2, 2025!

Elementary students will bring home a Launch Guide tonight, so please be sure to check your backpacks. 🎒✨

Details on how to get started have been emailed to families. You can find details about how to get started on each of the school's websites under News.
BES: https://bes.usd450.net/o/berryton-elementary/article/1868928
SHES: https://shes.usd450.net/o/shawnee-heights-elementary/article/1868915
TN: https://tn.usd450.net/o/tecumseh-north-elementary/article/1868938
TS: https://ts.usd450.net/o/tecumseh-south-elementary/article/1868947

Your support helps raise funds for both your student's school and the Shawnee Heights Public Schools Foundation. 🩵❤️

#ShawneeHeightsFoundation #MajorSaver #CommunitySupport

6 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Major Saver Fundraiser

🎭✨ It’s almost showtime! SHHS Presents Elf the Musical! 🎄
Don’t miss your chance to join the fun in this heartwarming, laugh-out-loud retelling of the beloved holiday movie. When Buddy the Elf discovers he’s actually human, he sets out to find his dad in New York City—mixing the syrupy sweetness of the North Pole with the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple! 🍯🗽

This production not only features our talented high school students, but also students from three of our elementary schools are in the cast! ❤️🩵

Catch the magic at Shawnee Heights High School on November 20, 21, and 22 at 7 p.m.
🎟️ Tickets are available online at https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/shawnee-heights-high-school/68d2c58821f7c45af4cdbd88

7 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Elf the Musical
🇺🇸 Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
Students throughout the district showed their appreciation to Veterans today. We’re grateful to all Veterans and their families for their service, sacrifice, and dedication. ❤️💙🤍
8 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Thank you Veterans!
🏀 Teamwork. Inclusion. School Spirit. 🏀
Led by Special Education Teacher Matt Dunkin, Shawnee Heights hosted its first Unified Sports competitive event! The basketball tournament brought students together for an incredible day of fun and friendship! ❤️🩵

Unified Sports unites students with and without disabilities on the same team, building connections through shared experiences and competition.

The basketball tournament is just the beginning; more Unified Sports events are on the way!
#ShawneeHeights #UnifiedSports #InclusionMatters #TbirdPride
13 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Team Photo
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❤️It’s an exciting day! 🩵

Today is School Psychology Appreciation Day, and we’re celebrating the amazing school psychologists who help our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Their compassion and expertise make a lasting difference for our students, staff, and families every day.

Thank you for all you do to help our T-Birds soar!

#ThankYouSchoolPsychologists

📸 Not all of our amazing school psychologists were available for the photo, but we’re grateful for each of them!
14 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
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We want to extend our sincere thanks to the voters of Shawnee Heights for your support of the bond issue. According to the final unofficial results from the Shawnee County Election Office, the bond passed with 3,022 YES votes (69%) and 1,346 NO votes (31%). Your support reflects the value our community places on education and the success of every student.

With your support, we are able to move forward with projects that enhance safety, expand and modernize learning spaces, and improve facilities throughout all six of our schools. These updates will enable us to serve students more effectively today while preparing for the growth and opportunities of tomorrow.

We look forward to the positive impact these projects will have on our school community. This is a win not only for our schools, but for the future of Shawnee Heights as a great place to live, work, and raise a family.

We are excited to pursue the bond projects and will share updates with you as they become available. Thank you for supporting the future of Shawnee Heights USD 450.

14 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Thank you, Shawnee Heights Community - Bond Election

Today’s the day, T-Birds! If you haven’t already, please take a few minutes to vote. 🗳️ Polls are open until 7 p.m.

Find your polling place here ➡️ https://myvoteinfo.voteks.org/

Your voice helps shape the future of Shawnee Heights. Thank you for showing up for our students, staff, and schools. ❤️🩵
#TbirdPride #VoteToday #ShawneeHeights

15 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Your Vote, Your Voice
Join us tonight, November 3, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Shawnee Heights High School for the Board of Education meeting.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
16 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Board of Education SM Meeting Reminder
🎉 Happy Instructional Coach Appreciation Day! 🎉

Today, we celebrate our incredible instructional coaches who support teachers, inspire learning, and help every classroom shine. 🌟

Their guidance, collaboration, and passion for student success make a lasting impact across our district. Thank you for all you do to empower both students and staff! ❤️📚 #InstructionalCoachAppreciationDay
16 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Instructional Coach Appreciation Day
🎃👻 Spooktacular Fun Across Shawnee Heights! 👻🎃

From creative costumes to hallway parades, our schools were filled with Halloween spirit today!

💥 Our Middle School’s Costume Contest was a frightfully fun hit! Students strutted their spooky, silly, and creative looks for a chance to snag first or second place! 🧙‍♀️🤡🦸‍♂️ Congratulations to all the winners!

We loved seeing everyone’s creativity and school spirit shine through.
🕸️ Have a safe and happy Halloween, T-Birds! 🕸️
19 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest
2025 SHMS Halloween Contest

🚧 2025 Bond Proposal – Shawnee Heights High School 🚧

We’re wrapping up our series of short videos highlighting the proposed updates at each of our six schools. Our final feature: Shawnee Heights High School.

🏫 Highlights include:
✔️ Renovated Family and Consumer Science (FACS) and Robotics classrooms
✔️ Renovated counseling suite
✔️ Air conditioning added to the art room and north gym
✔️ Auxiliary gymnasium
✔️ Stadium fieldhouse with concessions, restrooms, locker rooms, and officials’ space
✔️ Kitchen addition
✔️ Replacement of north and south parking lots

🎥 Watch: https://youtu.be/2N4NZo1BuZo

Thank you for following along as we’ve shared highlight videos from each of our schools!

➡️ Learn more about the 2025 Shawnee Heights Bond at: www.usd450.net

Vote on Tuesday, November 4, 2025

22 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Shawnee Heights High School Bond Proposal
📣 Join us tonight for our first T-Bird Talks!
🗓 Tuesday, October 28
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Shawnee Heights Middle School Library
Tonight’s topic: School Safety

Our School Resource Officers will share their approach to safety throughout the district and be available to answer any questions you may have.

✨ T-Bird Talks is a new way for families to stay informed and connected. Each semester, we’ll highlight topics that matter most to our school community, like safety, academics, and early learning, through open conversations that strengthen our partnerships and support student success.

We hope to see you tonight! ❤️
#TbirdPride #ShawneeHeights
22 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
T-Bird Talks
📣 Town Hall Meeting Tonight!

Tonight is our final Town Hall Meeting with Superintendent Meggers to learn more about the Shawnee Heights Bond on the November 4 ballot.

Come hear the details, ask questions, and be informed before Election Day!

📅 October 27, 2025, at 6:00 pm
📍 Shawnee Heights Elementary Cafeteria

Learn more at 👉 www.usd450.net
23 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
Town Hall Meeting

Read our October District Newsletter.

In this issue:

🗳️ Get ready to vote! A reminder to vote and where to find ballot information.
🏫 Learn more about our bond. Join us at our last Town Hall Meeting and watch building highlight videos to learn more about the Shawnee Heights Bond.
💬 T-Bird Talks: School Safety Join the conversation at our upcoming community session.
📱 Introducing ParentSquare! A new, unified communication platform for families and staff.
💙 Celebrating the Power of Giving. See how our Foundation's Prize Parade and Breakfast make an impact.
🍎 Honoring Excellence. Meet our Teacher of the Year and Horizon Award recipients.

👉 Read the full newsletter here

Thank you for your continued commitment to Shawnee Heights!

26 days ago, Shawnee Heights Public Schools
October District Newsletter