USD 490 eNews
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USD 490 receives national recognition for elementary STEM program
El Dorado Public Schools USD 490 announced today that all three USD 490 elementary schools have been recognized as a 2023-24 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. This honor is given to a select number of elementary schools across the U.S. for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Launch, an elementary STEM curriculum.
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EHS students inducted into National Honor Society
New members were inducted into the El Dorado High School’s chapter of National Honor Society during the NHS Induction Ceremony on May 5.
New members: Madison Busby, Hannah Gantz, Jaxson Guthrie, Alawna Herrman, Kasea Hicks, Addison Hull, Madeline Johnson, Erick Lopez, Taidhgin Mora-Bruce, Tanner Riddle, and Kelci Stewart.
Blackmore recognized as a Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School
Blackmore Elementary has received the 2023-2024 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools® award (www.ckh.org). This distinction directly reflects the unwavering dedication and collaborative efforts of Blackmore’s students, staff, and the entire school community.
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EHS Boys Tennis
Regionals:
Five El Dorado High School boys tennis players qualified to compete at state during regionals in McPherson on May 3, 2024. Naman Bhatt and Reece Knight placed fifth in doubles. Theron Mays and Lane Eck placed sixth in doubles. Payton Wade placed sixth in singles.
State:
The El Dorado High School boys tennis team competed at the state tournament on May 10 and 11, 2024. Theron Mays and Lane Eck placed sixth as a doubles team. Naman Bhatt and Reece Knight competed in doubles and went 1-2. Peyton Wade competed and went 0-2.
Grandview fifth grade presents historical exhibits
Grandview fifth grade students took a deep dive into American History for social studies and presented a Historical Exhibit for the school and parents on May 9, 2024.
Each student selected one of the American historical figures from the 1400s to present day that they had learned about in class. They researched more about the person they chose and created a book to teach others about that person and what significant contribution they made to society.
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EHS students receive Myrrl Houck Memorial Scholarship for academic excellence
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EHS prom royalty candidates visit Homestead residents
EHS prom royalty candidates visited Homestead Assisted Living yesterday to play bingo with the resident. We love that our students like to give back to the community as #PartOfThePride!
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EHS hosts Decision Day for seniors
EHS seniors participated in a Decision Day to celebrate whichever path they are choosing after graduation, whether that be college, career, or still undecided.
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Blackmore fourth grade students host play for peers
Blackmore fourth grade students in Mrs. Onek's class did a wonderful job presenting "The Magic Pasta Pot" play on May 20, 2024. They hosted four performances so all of the other classes in their school could see the play. This opportunity exposed them to theatrical arts and allowed them to practice public speaking skills.
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USD 490 fifth grade students attend Career Fair
USD 490 fifth grade students attended a Career Day at Skelly on May 10, 2024. There were 17 employers from the community who visited with students about careers in their line of work.
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EHS band students perform National Anthem at Wind Surge game
Several eighth grade and EHS band students had the honor of performing the National Anthem at a Wind Surge baseball game in Wichita on April 20, 2024.
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Extend middle school students visit local fire and police stations
El Dorado Extend middle school students toured Fire Station 1 and the El Dorado Police Department on May 15, 2024. They learned about different careers and how knowledge, skills, and perspectives can enhance their personal and professional development.
EMS students attend PROS party at BCC baseball game
To celebrate good attendance, behavior, and academic work, 238 El Dorado Middle School students attended a Butler Community College baseball game on May 4, 2024. The Grizzlies won the doubleheader against the Cloud County Thunderbirds.
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HF Sinclair employee visits Social Skills classes
El Dorado Middle School had the pleasure of hosting a fantastic guest speaker, Matt Earnest from HF Sinclair, in Mrs. Vides' class! A big thank you to Matt for sharing his expertise as a Maintenance Craft Area Specialist with our students. From insights into maintenance craft to the skills and techniques essential for keeping things running smoothly and the employees keeping up their certifications, it was an enlightening and engaging session.
A huge shout out to Mrs. Vides for arranging these enriching experience for our students!
EHS baseball team visits Blackmore
The El Dorado High School baseball team visited Blackmore to greet students on May 2, 2024. They even joined in the fun with Kindergarten students who have been having some extra fun with their ABCs - so far, Art, Bubbles & Chalk!
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Blackmore fourth and fifth grade learn during "Glow Day"
On May 15, 2024, Blackmore fourth and fifth grade classrooms participated in a "Glow Day" where students got to see a new perspective on learning. They participated in a variety of glowing activities throughout the day.
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Blackmore fifth grade enjoys Market Day
Blackmore fifth grade students had a Market Day on May 16, 2024. They earned market day money in various ways, came up with a business idea, purchased a business license, and created their product.
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Blackmore first grade visits the zoo
On May 17, 2024, Blackmore first grade students visited the Sedgwick County Zoo to learn more about the animals.
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EHS seniors participate in grad walk
Continuing a much-loved tradition in USD 490, the El Dorado High School Class of 2024 participated in a Grad Walk on May 17, 2024. They walked through the halls of EHS, then visited the middle school and each elementary school in their graduation regalia to celebrate their achievement.
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Grandview hosts annual art and writing contest
Grandview Elementary hosted its 13th annual art and writing contest. This year's theme was "Tell Your Story." Awards were distributed on April 30, 2024.
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Grandview fourth grade explores world around them
Grandview fourth grade students visited Strataca, the underground salt mine in Hutchinson, Kan. on May 10, 2024. They had fun exploring underground and learning about all fo the different mining equipment used to extract the salt.
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On May 14, 2024, the fourth graders enjoyed celebrating Pollination Day thanks to Pheasants Forever and Kansas Wildlife and Parks. They participated in a variety of activities and learned about the various ways plants are naturally pollinated.
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On May 16, 2024, fourth grade students made ice cream in a bag as part of their Agriculture in the Classroom unit.
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Grandview third grade hosts wax museum
Grandview third grade students hosted a wax museum to show what they know about U.S. historical figures on May 17, 2024. They researched for weeks before recording their findings and inviting other students and parents to visit and use the QR codes to hear their stories.
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Grandview PreK learns about Olympics
Visit the Grandview Facebook page to view photos of the PreK Olympians.
Skelly third grade visists Cosmosphere
Skelly third grade students visited the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson, Kan. the week of May 13, 2024. They participated in hands-on activities, visited Dr. Goddard's lab, and learn about the great space race.
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Skelly fifth grade launches straw rockets
Skelly fifth grade students explored physics by building and launching straw rockets on May 21, 2024. It may be the last week of school, but our teachers are still finding creative ways to keep students learning.
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Skelly students share their talents
Skelly students worked on building self-confidence as they shared their skills during the annual talent show on May 21, 2024. There were some wonderful singers, poets, drummers, and skaters.
After the student performances, Mr. Hinton showed a video featuring Wilson's adventures during the school year. For the grand finale, a masked singer made a special performance dressed as Pete the Panther. Five students were allowed to guess who it was, and two of them guessed correctly. It was Mrs. Emma Culbertson!
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El Dorado Public Schools USD 490
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Website: www.usd490.org
Location: 124 West Central Avenue, El Dorado, KS, USA
Phone: (316) 322-4800
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