Up next...Valerie Colip!!
This year, I will be the K-2 SpEd teacher at Lincoln Elementary. This is my sixth year in the district and my fifth year at Lincoln.
I am so excited to continue my career with USD 489 and Lincoln because I know the students always come first.
I live in Gorham with my husband and son and I grew up in Holcomb, KS. My favorite pass times are reading and playing with my son, Benjamin.
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Next up...Sarah Mackey!
I will be a Reading Recovery/Title Teacher.
I have been in the district for a long time, just transferred into what I love to do!
Being in the elementary buildings and seeing the kiddos! They bring so much enthusiasm to the day and make my day better!
I am married and have three kiddos ages 17, 12, and 8! I also have a labradoodle named Bentley!
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Today starts our New Staff (or those transferring to a new position) Campaign!!
Get ready ...you are going to be introduced to some amazing folks!!
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Our first introduction is Allison Kitchen!!
What is your position with USD #489?
My new position is MTSS Coach
Where are you coming from….
I have spent the last 9 years teaching at Hays Middle School. I was born and raised in Hays and grew up attending schools in USD 489 (O’Loughlin, Kennedy, and Hays High School). I then attended FHSU where I graduated with an Elementary Education degree.
What are you most excited about here at USD #489?
I am most excited to meet new teachers and staff at all the buildings throughout the district as I help them implement the MTSS system. There are so many people in other buildings that I did not have the opportunity to work with while at HMS. I’m also pretty excited to (hopefully) be able to use the restroom whenever I need. 😊
A random tidbit about you….
I have three sons ages 7, 3, and 1. I have been married to my husband, Brian, for 9 years. He is also a Hays native. We love sports and activities at our house and are ALWAYS busy!
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Attention Kinders:
The Hays Public Library wants to celebrate you!
August 9th @ 10:00 am.
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USD #489 is hiring!!
Openings in Buildings & Grounds, Nutrition Services & IT!
You will love working for USD #489!
https://www.applitrack.com/haysusd489/onlineapp/
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Central Enrollment is at Hays High School today until 1:00 pm.
If you have questions please reach out to Jess Reling @ jreling@usd489.com.
We hope to see you!
Information here: https://www.usd489.com/page/enrollment-2021-2022
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Today is the final day for summer meals.
These fine folks cooked, packaged and served over 600 meals each day!!
We cannot thank our Nutrition Services staff enough!!
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Incoming 9th Graders & New High School Students:
Don't miss Orientation.
Find your classes. Eat some ice cream.
August 5th.
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It is almost time for school to start...
Have you reviewed the school supply list for your building?
Here is a refresher...
https://www.usd489.com/o/usd-489/browse/137680
Can't wait to see your kids on August 18th!
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••Day 6 of 8 Days of Awesome••
•Topics discussed today were Harnessing Relationships & Cultivating Resilience.
•So much learning.
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In-Person Enrollment is coming up!!!
All details are here...https://www.usd489.com/page/enrollment-2021-2022
Ellis Co. Health Dept will also be available ...https://5il.co/w1r4
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••Day 4 of 8 Days of Awesome••
•New 9-12 grade teachers were the learners today!!
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••Day 4 of 8 Days of Awesome••
•Teachers are learning about Launching Engagement today.
•Teachers who love teaching teach children to love learning.
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••8 Days of Awesome••
••The topic this afternoon is Leveraging Inclusion.
••Teaching is a great way to keep learning.
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••8 Days of Awesome••
Day 3••Topic is Illuminating Behavior Social Emotional Learning••
•You know it’s a great topic when every eye in the room is glued to the speaker!!
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Join us for a community conversation on Kansas education.
Kansas Commissioner of Education Dr. Randy Watson is facilitating community conversations to gather feedback on the state’s vision for K-12 education. Parents, educators, business and community members are encouraged to attend.
Dr. Watson will be in Hays Tuesday, July 27th, from 9-10:30 am in the Hays High School Cafeteria!
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USD #489 is seeking a volunteer to serve as a community representative for our district on the Hays Recreation Commission Board.
If you have an interest or questions please email Jess Reling at jreling@usd489.com.
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••Day 2 of 8 Days of Awesome••
•Today is focusing on new teachers.
•Afternoon session includes 6-8 grade level teachers.
•To teach is to learn twice over.
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••Day 2 of 8 Days of Awesome••
•Today is designed around new teachers!!
•AM session includes PK-5 grade level.
•Who dares to TEACH must never cease to LEARN.
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