Reminder: School is in session tomorrow, Friday, April 18, and Tuesday, April 22. There is no school for students on Monday, April 21, due to a staff professional development day.
Check out our Community Opportunities page at https://bit.ly/SHCommOpp
Coming up in April is the Ad Astra Kansas Foundation’s Space Celebration and the Young Thunderbirds Parent Information Meeting. Also, don't miss out on the summer opportunities.
🏅 Volunteer Opportunity!
Shawnee Heights is proud to host the Special Olympics Kansas North Central Region Track Meet on Saturday, April 26—right here at the Shawnee Heights Track!
We’re welcoming 500+ athletes and coaches for a day full of competition, courage, and community starting at 9 a.m. 💪
Want to be part of something amazing? No experience needed—just your heart and your time. Volunteers will receive an official SOKS t-shirt!
👉 Sign up here: https://www.givepulse.com/event/563904
Let’s show up big for these incredible athletes! ❤️ #UnifiedChampion #VolunteerWithHeart #SOKS
🎭 The Berryton Drama Club takes the stage tonight at 7:00 PM in the Berryton Gym — with an encore performance tomorrow, April 11!
🎟️ Tickets are just $5 at the door
🚪 Doors open at 6:15 PM
🍿 Concessions available before the show
🎬 Curtain rises at 7:00 PM sharp
Come out and support our talented Berryton performers — you won’t want to miss "Junie B. Jones Jr. - The Musical."
🌟 Yesterday, we celebrated our Shawnee Heights Teachers of the Year—Kaylyn Bruns and Nicolas Carr—at the Kansas Teacher of the Year banquet!
Mrs. Burns and Mr. Carr greatly represent the heart of our district with their passion, creativity, and commitment to students. We are proud to have them on Team Shawnee Heights! 💙🍎 #ShawneeHeightsProud #KTOY
Join us for the Board of Education Meeting tonight, April 7, at 7:00 pm in the Shawnee Heights High School PD Room.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda & minutes: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
📚✨ Happy Librarian Appreciation Day!
Today, we’re celebrating our Library Team—Librarians and Library Clerks!
From fostering a love of reading to supporting research, organizing resources, and helping integrate technology into classrooms, our Library Team creates welcoming, innovative spaces that empower learning.
Thank you for all you do to help students and staff succeed! 💙
#ThankYouLibraryTeam
🎉 Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!
We’re sending a big THANK YOU to our incredible paras who make a difference in our schools every single day. From academic support to emotional encouragement, you help our students shine. 🌟
Pictured here are just a few of our incredible team members — we are grateful for all of our Paras across the district. 🌟
Drop a 💬 below to show your appreciation, or give a shout-out to a Para who deserves some extra love today! #ThankYouParas
🚨 Don’t miss out! 🚨
Our Community Opportunity page is full of events and programs for students and families — from college and career fairs to concerts and summer camps! Find out about👮♂️ Shawnee Co. Sheriff's Youth Academy 2025, 🎶 The Driver Era performance at K-State, and more!
📲 Check it out on your school’s website under the News Section “Community Opportunity” and stay in the loop! https://bit.ly/SHCommOpp
It's Occupational Therapy Appreciation Day! 💙 This team's care, creativity, and support help our students grow in confidence and independence every day. #OTAppreciationDay
We were honored to welcome the KTOY team on Friday! 🎉 It was a great opportunity to highlight the work happening in our schools and the power of passionate educators across Kansas. We appreciate the chance to show why we’re so proud of Shawnee Heights! 🍎📚 #KTOY
📰 Read the latest Shawnee Heights USD 450 newsletter here: https://shawneeheightsusd450.edurooms.com/engage/shawnee-heights-usd-450/newsletters/district-newsletter-24-25-school-year-issue3
In our third issue of the 2024-25 district newsletter, you will find:
📬 A message from Superintendent Meggers.
❄️ Calendar adjustment for snow days.
🔄 Updated student transfer procedures.
🌟 Our latest Spotlight Award recipient.
🏫 A facilities study update.
✈️ A Shawnee Heights student’s spring break adventure in Europe.
Exciting news! One of our Teachers made it to the next round! Avery Ayers-Berry is currently in 8th place in her group for America’s Favorite Teacher. This places her in the TOP 25K. Let's help her climb even higher, she'll need to be in the Top 5 in her group to move on! Show your support and help a Kansas teacher be recognized. Vote daily to keep Avery in the running! This round of voting ends Thursday, March 27th! Vote here: https://americasfavteacher.org/2025/avery-2
Join us tonight, March 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Tecumseh North Elementary for the Board of Education meeting. Tecumseh North will be presenting their site council report.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
📢 Reminder: There is no school for students starting tomorrow, March 14th – March 21st for Spring Break! 🌸☀️ Enjoy the break, and we’ll see students back on Monday, March 24, 2025!
This week, we celebrate our incredible school Social Workers! 💙❤️ Their dedication, compassion, and support make a lasting impact on our students and families. Help us thank them for the many ways they help our school community thrive! #SchoolSocialWorkWeek #ThankYou
📣 Let's support our amazing teachers! 📣
We’re excited to share that TWO of our incredible Shawnee Heights teachers are competing in the America’s Favorite Teacher contest! 🏆👏 They need your votes to advance, and with only two days left—every vote counts!
🗳 Voting ends this Thursday, March 6th! Click the links below to vote for our outstanding educators:
🔹 Mrs. Ayers-Berry – https://americasfavteacher.org/2025/avery-2
🔹 Mr. Hampton – https://americasfavteacher.org/2025/russell-hampton
Show your support and help shine a spotlight on the dedication and passion our teachers bring to Shawnee Heights! 💙❤️ #AmericasFavoriteTeacher #VoteForOurTeacher
Join us tonight, at 7:00 PM, at the SHHS for the Board of Education meeting. At 5:30 PM - the board will have a work session. The Live broadcast of the regular meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.
Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB
Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda
📢 Facilities Planning Update 🎥
Our Facilities Steering Committee has been hard at work evaluating district needs and exploring options for future improvements. In their final meeting, they toured Shawnee Heights Elementary, reviewed key facility priorities, and considered potential bond options.
🎬 Watch the update: https://youtu.be/OAD7Dy2y2Xg
Your support is key as we plan for the future of Shawnee Heights! 💙
🎉 Congratulations to Mitch Spade for receiving a Spotlight Award! 🎉
Mr. Spade is a Science Teacher at SHHS, and one of the special things he does is set the tone for freshmen with his energy and enthusiasm as a Link Crew sponsor, making their transition to high school fun and welcoming!
Beyond Link Crew, he teaches Physics and coaches JV soccer—always putting students first. We’re proud to recognize him with this well-deserved Spotlight Award! 👏
💡 Want to recognize a Shawnee Heights staff member who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for a Spotlight Award through our USD 450 Spotlight Award Nomination Form https://bit.ly/USD450Spotlight – we’re all about celebrating those who make a difference! 🌠
#ShawneeHeightsProud #SpotlightAward #ItsAGreatDayToBeATbird
