Today is the last day to register to vote to be able to vote in the bond election on April 2nd! #ShawneeSTRONGER
Join us tonight at 6pm at Jefferson Elementary for a community information forum. This will be an opportunity for you to hear more details about the bond proposals, including how they are possible with no tax increase, as well as ask your own questions. We look forward to seeing you there! #ShawneeSTRONGER
We have THREE upcoming community information forums regarding the $0 tax increase 2024 SPS Student Investment Bond Proposals.
6 p.m., March 5, at Jefferson Elementary
6 p.m., March 11, at Horace Mann Elementary
6 p.m., March 13, at Will Rogers Elementary
These forums will give you the chance to hear community members' questions regarding the bond projects as well as give you the opportunity to ask your own. We hope you can make it! #ShawneeSTRONGER
The next Title VI Indian Education Parent Committee Meeting will be held Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Board of Education Building in the Board Conference Room at 326 N. Union St. Families of Native American students are encouraged to attend.
Shawnee community, join us at 6 p.m., Monday, February 12 for a special "State of the Schools" presentation at the Performing Arts and Athletic Center (PAAC). Learn more about the status and future of Shawnee Public Schools.
Shawnee Transportation Director John Wiles was able to talk about our district's new electric buses with NPR. Wiles says electric buses have some benefits for students and their health. https://www.kcur.org/2024-01-26/electric-school-buses-midwest
Due to potentially hazardous side roads, parking lots, and sidewalks, SPS will cancel classes and have a traditional snow day on Tuesday, January 23. Students will not need to complete any online work on Tuesday. The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority.
Due to potentially hazardous road conditions, SPS will have a traditional snow day with no classes on Monday, January 22. Students will not need to complete any online work on Monday. Thank you for your understanding as we act with safety in mind. Stay safe and warm.
The next Title VI Indian Parent Committee Meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Jan. 24 at the Board of Education Conference Room, 326 N. Union St.
Parents/guardians of Native American students are encouraged to attend.
The 2024 Community Health Survey is happening NOW! Don’t worry, this shouldn’t hurt a bit. The survey is an inclusive study conducted to understand health needs, barriers to service, and potential solutions. Take the survey here https://ousurvey.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9XK1sFkk9rTBWSO
Due to a water main break, Jefferson Elementary will not have school tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 17. All other school sites will be open for school as usual tomorrow. Repairs are expected to be completed tomorrow, and school will resume at Jefferson on Thursday, Jan. 18. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Evening activities scheduled for January 16, including basketball games and spring homecoming ceremonies, will be rescheduled.
Homecoming will be January 25 at the wrestling match vs. Noble. Time and location of the match will be announced soon.
Due to the dangerously cold temperatures and sub-zero wind chills in the forecast, as well as potentially hazardous conditions on roads and in parking lots, Shawnee Public Schools will have a traditional snow day with no classes on Tuesday, January 16. Stay safe and warm.
"It's giving the community an opportunity to come together and grow together."
SHS Junior Camden Sateren joined fellow students Ryan High and Sophia Canaga to explain why our new turf project for Jim Thorpe Stadium means so much to our school and our community. #ShawneeSTRONG
https://www.news9.com/story/65562dedd78bf8157fc153ee/shawnee-high-school-receives-funding-for-new-turf-field
We hope you join Dr. Espolt tonight, November 13, for a community listening forum at 6 p.m. on the campus of Shawnee Middle School, 4300 North Union Ave. #ShawneeSTRONG
Let us take a moment to remember and thank all those who have served and sacrificed for our country. #VeteransDay #ShawneeSTRONG
We want to hear from you, Shawnee! Shawnee Public Schools and Dr. Aaron Espolt are hosting a community listening forum at 6 p.m., Monday, November 13, on the campus of Shawnee Middle School, 4300 North Union Ave. Please join us! #ShawneeSTRONG
Our partners at Community Renewal have announced that Saturday's Monsters on Main event has been canceled due to incoming inclement weather. Instead, Community Renewal is promoting Shawnee Mall's "Haunt the Mall" event scheduled for 5-7 p.m. Saturday.
The next Title VI Indian Parent Committee Meeting is at 6:30 p.m., Wed., Oct. 25, at the Shawnee Board of Education Conference Room, 326 N. Union. A meal will be provided as well.
During #NationalSchoolBusSafetyWeek, let's all follow the rules of the road. Red flashing lights and extended stop arms indicate the bus has stopped and children are getting on or off. Drivers must stop and wait until the red lights stop flashing, the extended stop-arm is withdrawn, and the bus begins moving before starting to drive again. Thanks for keeping our Shawnee students safe! #ShawneeSTRONG
