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.
American Education Week is celebrated in schools throughout the nation during the week leading up to Thanksgiving. This special week encourages teamwork between parents and educators, highlighting the importance of their partnership. It also serves as a time to honor educators and acknowledge their invaluable contributions to our communities.
Daddy Daughter Dance December 8th 3:00pm-5:00pm Registration includes selfie station, refreshments, a live DJ and silent auction, prize drawing and fun.
$30 a couple $10 each additional daughter.
Register by November 27
All proceeds go to FBLA
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This week, we want to take a moment to recognize our school psychologist, Lenae Kaus. We truly appreciate her and all that she contributes to our district. School psychologists provide direct support and interventions for students. They partner closely with teachers, families, and other mental health professionals within the school, including counselors and social workers, to improve support strategies. They also work alongside school administrators to enhance practices and policies, and they connect with community service providers to make sure essential services are accessible.
Rake n' Run Nov 26 1:00 to 3:00
Anyone wanting their lawn raked please contact Halstead Middle School to schedule your yard. 316-835-2641
Parents with truck can volunteer to help out the students.
Students will need to bring rakes with them to school, please label your rakes with your name on them.
Native American Heritage Month, celebrated in November, honors the diverse and rich culture, history, and traditions of Native peoples. This month serves as an opportunity to educate the public about various tribes and to raise awareness of the challenges that Native people have encountered historically and continue to face today.
Happy Halloween to all from USD 440. We hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween. Reminder there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow Nov 1st.
National First Responders Day honors those who dedicate their lives to saving others. While most people may run away from danger, first responders bravely rush toward it. According to the Department of Homeland Security, there are approximately 4.6 million career and volunteer first responders across the nation. These individuals include firefighters, police officers, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, and 911 operators. In times of emergency, they are the first to arrive on the scene, selflessly answering the call to assist others, often at great personal risk.
Reminder there is No School tomorrow October 18.
Today is National Boss's Day, and we want to take a moment to express our gratitude to our boss, Dr. Barry, for being such an incredible leader!
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our custodians who tirelessly ensure that our schools remain clean and safe for all students. Their hard work often goes unnoticed, but they play a crucial role in keeping everything running smoothly. We couldn’t achieve this without their dedication. They truly make our buildings shine, and we take great pride in that.
Health Ministires Clinic is offering Flu Shots
HHS Mini Cheer Clinic
We will have our "Once a Dragon Always a Dragon" shirts available for those parents who attended the Back to School Blast and provided shirt sizes. We will have a table set up in the Hall of Fame section of the High School where you will be able to pick up those shirts.
Thanks,
USD 440