May eCommunicator

We’re excited to share a draft of our new partnership plan that reflects the voices and ideas of many teachers, staff, students, and administrators who came together with one goal in mind: to support student success through collaboration, transparency, and accountability.

This plan is built on the belief that student success depends on all of us—educators, parents, students, and school leaders—working together with a shared sense of purpose.

Now, we’re asking for your help. We want your feedback on this commitment to each other to help shape the final version and ensure it reflects what our families and staff need from each other.

Please take a few moments to review the draft and share your thoughts by the end of the school year. Together, we can create a stronger, more supportive environment.

Thank you to our incredible retirees whose years of service span from 2 to 39 years in the district. Each of you has made a meaningful impact on our students, staff, and Seaman community. We are grateful for all you have given, and we wish you the very best in this next chapter.

Rod Sprague, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, 2 Years in the District

Stacey Lierz, SMS 7th Grade English, 3 Years in the District

Gita Noble, SHS College/Career, 9 Years in the District

Diane Flanders, Food Service Kitchen Manager, 9 Years in the District

Melissa Priddy, Food Service, 10 Years in the District

Phil McKay, Director of Security, 10 Years in the District

George Salehar, PHLC Security, 10 Years in the District

Kelli Finnegan, NF Principal, 12 Years in the District

Kelly Eisenbarth, SHS Math, 20 Years in the District

Rebecca Clarke, Occupational Therapist, 20 Years in the District

Dawn Wayant, SMS ELA, 24 Years in the District

Barb Neer, Accounts Payable, 25 Years in the District

DeAun Parker, SMS 8th Social Studies , 26 Years in the District

Judy Hansford, Bus Para/Driver, 29 Years in the District

Brian Vawter, LO Custodian, 31 Years in the District

Scott Barnes, Food Service Driver, 37 Years in the District

Kevin Hoffmans, SHS Business, 39 Years in the District

Severe weather season is upon us and we would like to share with you our severe weather procedures.

When the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning for Shawnee County during school hours, students in all USD 345 buildings will take cover. Administrators have identified safe places for sheltering in all school facilities and conduct severe weather drills during the school year so students know what to expect. No students or staff members will be allowed to leave the shelter area until the warning has expired. School staff members will not be answering the office telephones since they are all required to report to the shelter areas. When necessary, we will keep children at school beyond regular hours if threatening weather approaches.

We realize dangerous weather has the potential to pop up during bus routes. Our bus drivers’ number one priority is to safely deliver each of our students to their proper destination. Bus drivers have been trained to assess and report potential weather conditions and remain in contact with the transportation department throughout their routes. Drivers have protocols in place to quickly, accurately, and efficiently react to severe weather conditions.

When possible, you will receive an email through SchoolMessenger letting you know the students are taking cover. You will receive a second email when the warning has expired and students and school staff are returning to classrooms. The safety of our students is our number one priority and we will keep you notified of procedures, pick-up instructions (if necessary) and other information pertaining to all emergencies.

If you’re not signed up for email through our notification system, SchoolMessenger, please contact your school office to update your contact information.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school if you have questions or concerns.

The Seaman Education Advantage Foundation (SEAF) was established in 2002 with the specific goal of enhancing the educational opportunities for the students of the Seaman School District. Thousands of dollars in student scholarships and teacher mini-grants have been awarded by SEAF. This is made possible by the valued support of businesses and individuals, through donations, sponsorships, and/or participation in SEAF’s annual fundraisers.

The 2025-26 School Year Calendar is also available.

Seaman Food Service is planning to provide Free Summer Meals for the Walk-In Public at Logan again this year. Below is information on this service.

Our See Something, Say Something reporting tool is anonymous. This form allows you and others to submit safety concerns to district officials. This reporting tool is continuously monitored by district staff. If you would like to receive follow-up correspondence you may leave your contact information. Reporting observed threats, behaviors, actions, and harassment help maintain a safe and secure learning environment for all students and staff.

After you provide as much information as you have about a safety or security concern, here are the next steps the district follows:

1. A district official reviews your information and replies to your tip if contact info is provided.
2. Your tip is forwarded to the proper administration to begin investigation.
3. You are contacted (if contact info is provided) to provide any follow-up info, if needed.
4. Administration follows through with the investigation and any action steps necessary.

Crime Stoppers is another reporting tool available to Shawnee County residents. Crime Stoppers encourages members of the community to assist local law enforcement agencies in the fight against crime by overcoming fear and apathy. They assist local law enforcement agencies by gathering information through the use of online and mobile tools and encourage community members to volunteer vital information that could lead to the battle against crime.

Call the Anonymous Tip Line at (785) 234-0007 or submit information through their Mobile Application. Tips that lead to a felony arrest are eligible for a cash reward.

See Something, Say Something
www.seamanschools.org/report

Crime Stoppers
(785) 234-0007

We have open positions for the 2024-25 school year! Check out www.seamanschools.org/employment or give us a call at 785-575-8602 and we can visit with you about your interests and help you find a spot on our 345 team with paid training and flexible hours.

Parents as Teachers is a FREE program offered to anyone in the Seaman School District. It is a voluntary program designed for all families with children ages prenatal to Kindergarten entry. Parents as Teachers (PAT) is based on two important concepts: 1) Parents are their child's first and most influential teachers and 2) experiences in the first years of a child's life are key to future success in school and life.

Parents as Teachers offers personal visits, group connections, screenings and a resource network. Call Mathes Early Learning Center at 785-286-7103 and leave a message for Angie or Tina. Also check out our Facebook Page, Seaman Parents as Teachers USD 345.

Visit Seaman Parents as Teachers online for more information.​

Regular board meetings are scheduled on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 pm. Regular meetings may be adjourned to another time and place when necessary. Special meetings may also be scheduled on an as-needed basis.

Regular meetings typically take place at the Seaman Education Center. When meeting locations change, notice is sent out to the public and made available online. Board agendas go live on the Friday afternoon prior to the regular board meeting.

All regular meetings are streamed live and available on the district's YouTube channel. A recap of the meeting is also made available through the Board Digest.

Regular meetings for the 2024-25 school year:

May 12, 2025
June 9, 2025
July 14, 2025

The Seaman Food and Nutrition Services is excited to introduce you to LINQ School Nutrition, our online meal payment portal. Parents can create an account in LINQ School Nutrition to submit free and reduced applications, view menus, and pay meal fees.

To make meal payments, please create a new account at https://www.linqconnect.com. You can also submit a free and reduced application through LINQ School Nutrition for the current school year.

Click on “REGISTER” to create a new account.

You will need the following information to successfully link your student(s) to your account:

1. First Name: As registered with the school

2. Last Name: As registered with the school

3. Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)

For further questions, please call Seaman Unified School District 345’s Food and Nutrition Services at 785-575-8650 or the contact support line for LINQ School Nutrition at 916-467-4700 option two.