Today is Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day and we want to express our gratitude. This dedicated team works tirelessly every day to provide a safe environment for our students, staff, and families. Whenever there's an issue, they're quick to remedy it, ensuring minimal disruption to our students' education. They consistently go the extra mile, whether it's clearing snow in freezing temperatures or preparing buildings and fields for game days. If you see any of these hardworking individuals today, be sure to thank them, and wish Mike Branson a Happy Birthday as well.
Did you know that you can make payments for food services, enrollment, preschool, and more through your Skyward Family Access?
NATIONAL I WANT YOU TO BE HAPPY DAY
National I Want You to be Happy Day on March 3rd encourages us to do something that makes others happy. It also asks us to see others' happiness from their point of view. Putting a smile on someone's face tends to put one on ours, too.
#IWantYouToBeHappyDay
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Call HMS to schedule your Preschool Screening 316-835-2694
Preschool Screenings:
Parents to any and all students who will be 3 or 4 years old by August 31 for next school year we are now scheduling preschool screenings. Please call Halstead Middle School 316-835-2641 to schedule your screening.
Due to the low temperatures, extreme wind chills, and the challenges posed to our transportation fleet in these conditions, Halstead-Bentley Schools will be closed Thursday, February 20, 2025
Halstead-Bentley Schools will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday this week due to the winter weather storm. Staff will work on preparing the building for return throughout the day Wednesday and assess any further interruptions to our week late Wednesday afternoon.
In the event there are further cancellations, Administration will communicate any and all necessary information to students, staff, and families.
Once again, there will not be school on February 18th and 19th.
Stay safe and warm!
Halstead-Bentley Schools will be closed Wednesday February 12, 2025 due to the weather conditions.
It’s time to recognize the vital role of school counselors during National School Counseling Week 2025. The role of school counselors is crucial in student development as they provide essential support in academic achievement, career exploration, and social-emotional learning. They advocate for students, helping to remove obstacles to success and ensuring that each student has the necessary resources to thrive.
School counselors assist with college and career planning, and offer guidance on mental health and emotional well-being. They act as a vital link between students, teachers, and families, fostering a positive and supportive school environment that empowers students to reach their full potential.
#SendACardToAFriendDay
National Send A Card To A Friend Day on February 7th encourages us to reach out to our friends by sending them a card. It's the perfect opportunity to express our thoughts and cherish the memories we have with our dear friends by mailing them a heartfelt note or message. The handwritten note is kind of a lost art, so let's bring it back.
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HMS 5th Grade Science Teacher - Contact Becky Jones with questions.
National Black History Month, also called National African American History Month, is observed in February as a time for all Americans to celebrate the achievements of African Americans. It also acknowledges the important role of Black Americans in history.
Carter Woodson, a historian from the twentieth century, established Black History Month. He felt that Black Americans were not sufficiently represented in the study of American history. Woodson also envisioned a future where Black history would be accepted as an integral part of American history. In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month.
Happy Kansas Day from all of us at USD 440. We love our state.
A healthy heart is a happy heart!
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday in January to honor the American clergyman, activist, and leader of the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) is widely recognized for his pivotal role in promoting civil rights through nonviolent civil disobedience. King is celebrated as a national symbol of progress and equality in American history.
January is School Board Appreciation Month! This is an opportunity to acknowledge and thank the individuals serving on local school boards. These dedicated volunteers play an essential role in guiding public education, making important decisions that influence the quality of education and contribute to the success of students, staff, and the entire community.
As a token of gratitude, all board members received a gift basket prepared by the district. Each building contributed a special item: personalized wooden coaster sets from HHS, a potted plant in a unique dragon scale pot from the HMS greenhouse, and 3D-printed dragons from BPS.
Thank you to our Board of Education—we are grateful for all that you do!
Due to the current road conditions and the additional predicted snow fall, Halstead-Bentley Schools will not be in session on January 10th, 2025.
Happy New Year! May 2025 bring you prosperity, happiness, and success, as we continue to make meaningful strides in all that we do, together! From all of us at USD440 please be safe and have a Happy New Year.
On behalf of USD440, we want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
