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Back to School Edition
July 2024
We invite you to view the Back to School Newsletter for a smooth transition into the
2024-25 school year!
USD 263 Enrollment Information
In a little over a month we will open our school doors to welcome you back to another great year! Together we will create a year of excellence for our children. We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children can achieve their highest potential. The first step is to enroll your child for the 2024-25 school year!
If you are a returning student, please follow the link provided or access the information on our district website. Returning out-of-district students should have completed a survey and received a follow up email about their acceptance and enrollment status. New student enrollment information is listed below.
New Student Enrollment Information
If you reside in Mulvane School District and intend to register a student in grades Kindergarten through 12 for the 2024-25 school year AND are NEW to Mulvane Public Schools, please contact buildings starting on July 31st to make an appointment. New student enrollment will begin July 31. Bring the following information to your new student enrollment appointment: Proof of district residence (purchase contract, lease agreement, utility bill with your name and address), birth certificate, and grades from previous school. Also, please withdraw from your previous school prior to enrolling with us. Additional information for Military families is available through this weblink: https://www.usd263.com/vnews/display.v/SEC/Military%20Families
Munson Primary: 316-777-0151
Mulvane Grade School: 316-777-1981
Mulvane Middle School: 316-777-2022
Mulvane High School: 316-777-1183
School Meals, USD 263 Food Service Department
Your child may qualify for free or reduced-priced meals for the 2024–2025 school year. You may apply online using our online application system, or you may request a paper form from our central office. Please contact Carla Gilbert for any assistance.
School menus and links to add meal money to your student's account are found here: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1494603443091
Immunization Clinic Notice!!!!
Immunization Clinic Notice!!!!
Who: All USD 263 Mulvane School District Students
When: Thursday-July 25, 2023
Time: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm; no appointment necessary
Where: Mulvane High School Nurse's Office
What to Bring: Front & Back Copy of Insurance Card, Copy of Current Immunization Records
Current proof of immunizations is required by the state for children to attend school. Don't wait until school starts to get your child updated on his/her immunizations as appointments will book up quickly with your doctor or health department. Take advantage of the Immunization Clinic provided by SCHD at Mulvane High School.
If you are unsure of your child's current immunization status, please call your child's doctor's office. You can also refer to the cheat sheet below.
SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS HERE
Munson Primary School
Mulvane Grade School
Mulvane Middle School
Mulvane High School
DISTRICT CALENDAR 2024-25
OPEN HOUSE
We can't wait to see you!
Open House for all buildings
on August 8th from
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Come and go!
MRC - Before and After School Program
The program start time will be: 6:30 am to the beginning of school M - F / After school until 6:00 pm.
KDHE paperwork completion is required prior to children attending the program. DCF and Kaw Nation will provide financial assistance.
For more information, you can call 316-777-0858 or contact Connie Beynon at:
Fees are based on enrollment, not on attendance.
AM & PM $55.00/wk.
AM Only $35.00/wk.
PM Only $45.00/wk.
Closed for Old Settler's (Aug. 23rd)
Labor Day (Sept. 2nd)
Thanksgiving Break (Nov. 27th - 29th)
Christmas Break (Dec. 23rd - Jan. 3rd)
MLK Day (Jan. 20th)
President's Day (Feb. 17th)
All Day Programs ($25/ea.)
Oct. 11, 17, 18
Nov. 25, 26
Jan. 6
Feb. 14
Mar. 14
Spring Break Mar. 17-21
April 18, 21
Child Find Clinics 2024-2025
Are you curious as to how your child is developing? Each month our district provides developmental screening for children birth to age 5. This screening assesses children for Language, Concepts, Motor, Behavior, Hearing and Vision loss. If you would like to schedule an appointment for our next Child Find Clinic, please call 777-0151 ext. 1124 or e-mail: mmason@usd263.org
Parents are Welcome!
Site Council
The purpose of the school site council is to advise the school on matters such as student learning, education programs, school improvement planning, and accreditation issues. The site council also plays an advocacy role for the school. Specifically, the Site Council meets quarterly during the school year on the 2nd or 4th Monday at 6 pm to:
Provide advice and counsel to the school in developing, implementing, and evaluating school performance goals and objectives.
Provide ongoing support for the students and staff of the school.
If you’re interested in serving on a site council, please contact your student's building principal.
Mulvane Children's Fund
Mulvane Education Foundation
Mulvane Parent Teacher Organization
Activity Passes
Activity passes for the school year are available at MMS and MHS.
Prices:
Family Pass - $150.00
Individual Pass - $60.00
Golden Pass (age 60+) - Free
Title 1 Information
In accordance with federal guidelines, this notification is provided to inform you of your right to request the following specific information concerning the school and teachers:
Parents may request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s/children’s classroom teachers and paraprofessionals.
Professional qualifications include:
· Whether or not the teacher has met Kansas licensing criteria of the grade levels and subject areas being taught:
· The baccalaureate degree and any other graduate certification or degree in the field of discipline of both;
· If services are provided by paraprofessionals, their qualifications:
· If the teacher is teaching under an emergency or professional waiver.
We are pleased to inform you that all teachers at Munson Primary School and Mulvane Grade School meet the above criteria. Each one is licensed for the grade levels and subject areas being taught. Each one has a baccalaureate degree and none are teaching under an emergency or provisional waiver. The paraprofessional (s), who work under the direction of the Title 1 and classroom teachers, meet required qualifications for the position. As a parent you will be contacted by the school if your child is taught by a “non-highly qualified” teacher for four continuous weeks or more.
As a parent, you have the right to request your child’s state assessment scores. You have the right to obtain the school and school district’s state report cards. This may be found here.
Mulvane School District Harassment Policies
The Mulvane School Board of Education is committed to providing a positive and productive working and learning environment free from harassment. Sexual harassment, racial harassment and/or disability harassment is strictly prohibited. The Board has adopted policies to protect our students and employees. These policies can be found in the Board Policy Book located on our webpage.
Mulvane USD 263 Mission Statement
Mulvane Public Schools will empower all students with academic, life, and social skills.
In partnership with our families and community, the vision for Mulvane Public Schools is to prepare today’s learners for tomorrow’s opportunities.
The core values of Mulvane students and staff are based on a foundation of:
- Community, Families, and Individuals
- Safety and Wellness
- Lifelong Student Achievement and Success
- Respectful and Collaborative Relationships
- Dedicated and Passionate Staff
Website: https://www.usd263.com/
Location: 628 East Mulvane Street, Mulvane, KS, USA
Phone: 316-777-1102
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mulvanepublicschools/
Instagram: @mulvaneschools
Hours of Operation
Regular Hours
MPS: 7:50 AM-3:05 PM
ECH/PREK:
AM Session: 7:45 -10:55
PM Session: 11:55 -3:05
MGS: 8:05 AM- 3:20 PM
MMS: 7:55 AM-3:10 PM
MHS: 7:45 AM- 3:00 PM
Wednesday Late Start Hours
MPS: 8:50 AM-3:05 PM
ECH/PREK: No School on Wednesday
MGS: 9:05 AM- 3:20 PM
MMS: 8:55 AM-3:10 PM
MHS: 8:45 AM- 3:00 PM
District Office Hours
7:30 AM-4:00 PM
Administration
Munson Primary - 777-0151
Renee Sweetwood, Principal
Grade School - 777-1981
Erica Mize, Principal
Middle School - 777-2022
Colin Cathey, Principal
Heather Parrott, Asst. Prin./Athletic Dir.
High School - 777-1183
Jeromy Swearingen, Principal
David Fennewald, District Athletic Dir./Asst. Prin.
Chantel Johnson, Asst. Principal/Activities Dir.
Mulvane Public Schools
777-1102
Superintendent of Schools
Dr. Jay Ensley
Asst. Superintendent of Educ. Serv./Dir. of Special Education
Trista Cuthbertson
Director of Operations
Brad Canfield
Director of Finance
Carolyn Young
Asst. Dir. of Special Educ.
Casey Lucas
Dir. of Spec. Services
Glenda Cowell
Technology Director
Josh Nearhood
Food Service/HVAC Director
777-3003
Richard Hampton
School Board Members
Steve Fry, President
Stacy Gear, Vice President
Destiny Myers
Fred Heersche
Jeff Ellis
Chris Heersche
Crystal Smith
Board of Education meetings are held at the
Mulvane District Office at
7:00 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th
Monday of each month.