Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450 - Preparing Students of Today for the Opportunity of Tomorrow

🎉 Happy Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day! 🗣️✨ This Sunday is Speech Pathologist Appreciation Day, and we didn’t want to wait to celebrate the incredible work of our speech-language pathologists. From building confidence to improving communication, their work empowers students to connect, share, and thrive. Thank you for the heart, expertise, and encouragement you bring to every student you serve. We're so lucky to have you in our schools! ❤️ #SpeechPathologistAppreciationDay #ThankYouSLPs

🤠 Our littlest learners at Tecumseh South had a rootin’-tootin good time at the PreK Kids Rodeo! From panning for gold to horse races, bull riding, and more, it was a day full of giggles, grit, and golden memories. 🐎🌟

🐾🌸 Tecumseh North students put kindness in full bloom! 🌸🐾 TNorth students sold over 500 flowers and raised $475.25 to support the NE Kansas Animal Welfare Foundation. We’re proud of their compassion and hard work in helping animals in need! Big hearts, bright blooms, and a whole lot of Panther spirit! 💙💐

🎉 Celebrating our 2025 Shawnee Heights retirees! 🎉 Join us as we recognize our retirees' incredible dedication and service on Monday, May 19, from 6:30–7:00 PM in the Shawnee Heights High School PD Room. Help us send them off with our deepest thanks and warmest wishes! ❤️

🌟 Happy Daycare Provider Appreciation Day! 🌟 Today, we're sending a huge THANK YOU to all the incredible daycare providers in the Shawnee Heights community. Your work lays the foundation for lifelong learning, and we see the love and dedication you pour into every child's day. As a token of our appreciation, we're sharing a limited number of "Lots of Love" dolls—each bundled with the Baby Doll Circle Time curriculum book, which supports connection, empathy, and social play. Supplies are limited, so if you're a daycare provider in our community, contact Mrs. Hummer at hummerr@usd450.net to claim your free gift! 💡 Did you know? The emotional development that happens before age 5 is one of the most significant predictors of school success later in life. #DaycareProviderAppreciation #EarlyLearningMatters #ThankYouProviders

⚡ Our 2nd annual Energy Day at Shawnee Heights Elementary was a power-full success! This year, 4th-grade students from all four elementary schools joined in for hands-on sessions led by real energy pros. From learning about nuclear power with Wolf Creek, exploring coal energy with Jeffries Energy Center, discovering power line safety with Evergy linemen, to flying drones (and meeting the drone dog!) with Evergy’s unmanned systems team. It was a day packed with curiosity, questions, and tons of STEM fun. A huge thank-you to all the presenters who brought energy to life for our students! 💡⚙️ #EnergyDay2025 #STEM

🩺 Today is School Nurse Appreciation Day, and we’re celebrating our amazing health team! From caring for daily needs to managing emergencies with compassion, our nurses and health techs play a vital role in supporting our students and staff. Thank you for the heart you bring to your work and the care you show every day. We appreciate you! ❤️ #SchoolNurseAppreciationDay #ThankYou

Did you know that Spider Plants are known to purify the air of a room from formaldehyde by up to 95% within 24 hours of being in said room? Did you also know that Spider Plants are entirely non- toxic to both cats and dogs? What about that Spider Plants tolerate low light conditions? Okay last one… Did you know that we have not five, not ten, but THIRTY Spider Plants still up for grabs in the greenhouse?? Now you do!! Come on out Friday or Saturday and snag your very own! Maybe a hanging basket or porch pot will grab your attention. Haven’t started your garden yet? We have over 100 veggie plants left to get you going! See attached flyer for more information. Cash only!

Join us tonight, at 7:00 PM, at 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/USD450MeetingAgen

As we celebrate 🎉 Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week 🎉, we want to take a moment to shine a special spotlight on our teachers. Our Teachers inspire, encourage, and empower students every single day. Help us send them a huge THANK YOU! #TeacherAppreciation

🚨 Our Community Opportunity page is filling up with fun things to do this summer! Newly added are Washburn's STEM Day Camp and Washburn Tech's Summer Camp 📲 Check it out on our website under the News Section “Community Opportunity!" https://bit.ly/SHCommOpp

It's School Lunch Hero Day! We're celebrating the incredible team that keeps our students nourished and smiling! 🍎 We want to thank our Food Service team for their care and kindness in every meal they serve. Here are pictures of just a few of the heroes behind the scenes. ❤️ #SchoolLunchHeroDay #Thankyou

We were thrilled to welcome Author Bridget Heos to SHES! She inspired our students with stories about using their imagination, how books come to life, and even signed a few books for some readers. Thank you, Bridget, for sparking creativity and sharing your love of writing with us! 🖊️📖 #AuthorVisit #ImaginationInAction

🎉 Happy Principal Appreciation Day! 🎉 Their leadership, steady presence, and support of our students and staff are just a few of the things that make them so special. We are grateful for the heart they bring to our school community every day. Help us thank our Principals for everything they do!💙 #PrincipalAppreciationDay #Thankyou

Today was all about joy, connection, and inclusion at our Unified Field Day! 🏃‍♂️💫 Students of all abilities came together for a day full of games, teamwork, and celebration. From giant Jenga to sensory stations and bike races, the field was packed with high-fives, laughter, and pure heart. 💙 A huge thank-you to our staff, student buddies, and volunteers who helped make the magic happen! #UnifiedFieldDay #TogetherWeThrive #ShawneeHeightsProud

🚨 We’re hiring across Shawnee Heights USD 450! 🚨 Berryton Elementary: 🍎 6th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher 📚 Interrelated Special Education Teacher 🧠 District Intensive Behavior Program Teacher Tecumseh North Elementary: ✏️ 3rd Grade Teacher 📖 English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher District Opportunities: 🧠 School Psychologist 💬 Elementary Social Worker 🗂️ Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Ready to make an impact? Apply now at: https://shawneeheights.schoolspring.com/ (Search by job title!) #JoinUSD450 #NowHiring #ShawneeHeightsProud

Today, we celebrate the amazing office professionals who keep our schools running smoothly! 💼💐 From welcoming visitors with a smile, to managing schedules, answering phones, and juggling a dozen tasks at once, these individuals are often the first impression of our schools and the glue that keeps everything together. Please help us thank them for all they do! #AdminAssistantDay #ThankYou

☀️ Summer fun starts now! Our 2025 Summer Camps are open for registration! 📲 Find details and sign up using the link below, or find the camps on the home page of your school's website under "News." https://www.usd450.net/article/1556352 #ShawneeHeightsSummerCamps

🌟To every volunteer who has supported our schools—whether you’ve helped with odd jobs, served on a booster club, PTO, or focus group—we are grateful for YOU. 💙 Thank you for showing up, pitching in, and making a difference for our students and staff! #VolunteerAppreciation

Join us tonight, April 21, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Shawnee Heights Elementary for the Board of Education meeting. Shawnee Heights Elementary will be presenting their site council report. Watch: https://bit.ly/3fT7WyB Agenda: https://bit.ly/USD450MeetingAgenda