-PHS Update- November 13

Pleasanton High School

Important Dates and Events

November 14 - JHBB @ Arma

November 14 - HS Scholars Bowl @ Prairie View

November 14 - BOE Meeting

November 15 - JHBB @ Home

November 16 - FFA Dairy Cattle @ Mound City

November 16 - Early Release

November 17 - JHBB @ Home

November 17 - NHS Induction

November 17 - Airforce Recruiting Visit @ Lunch

November 21 - FFA Leadership @ Mission Valley

November 21 - HS Scholars Bowl

November 21 - JHBB vs Cherokee

November 23-25 - Thanksgiving Break

November 26 - ACT Prep Math (see Mrs. Conley for details!)

November 28 - JHBB @ Yates Center

November 29 - HS Scholars Bowl @ NE Arma

November 29 - JHBB @ Crest

November 30 - Welding @ Paola

December 1 - Elementary Art Show

December 1 - Elementary Winter Concert

December 1 - HS Scholars Bowl @ Moran

December 1 - JHBB @ Moran

December 2 - HSBB @ Kansas City Christian

December 3 - ACT Prep Math (see Mrs. Conley for details!)

Our seniors are doing BIG things!

We are so proud to be able to share the accomplishments of our seniors. It is exciting to see them make plans for their next steps in life. Recently, we have been able to celebrate with students who have been accepted to college and awarded scholarships!

Additionally, we are excited to report that many of our seniors are pursuing positions with some of our local unions and setting up their career pathways for post-secondary success. Looking forward to sharing more information on this soon!

Seniors - bring us a copy of our acceptance letter or job offer, we want to celebrate you!

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Landry George

Landry has been accepted to Pittsburg State University and Baker University.

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Isaiah Bates

Isaiah has signed to continue his track career with Fort Scott Community College.

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Kayleann Harrington

Kayleann has been accepted to Sterling College.

Bus Route Changes and Early Release

Just a reminder this week is Wednesday early release, students will be released from school early to allow for teacher in-service.

Additionally, I just want to remind you that our bus routes have changed beginning Monday, November 14th. The in-town bus stops have been reduced due to a driver shortage. The bus will pick up and drop off students at the following four locations:

- Miami and Laurel

- Kansas Street

- Dollar General

- Pleasanton Museum

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IMPACT Referral of the Week: Keith Smith

To: Keith Smith

From: Wendy Conley

Thank you for being there. For checking in on me. For being real and honest. Even on the days when I don't want to chat and you are just there to say, "I'm here". I hope you truly understand how important you are to others and the impact you have on our staff, our students, and our school.

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Parents - We need you!

One of our goals this year is to establish a site council. Our site council would be made up of school personnel (certified and classified), parents, and students to help inform decisions that we make at school. The purpose of the school site council is to advise the school on such matters as student learning, education programs, school improvement planning, education planning, and accreditation issues. The site council also plays an advocacy role for the school regarding the same issues.

A site council is a commitment to the school in hopes of making it the best school it can be. It is a time commitment, but it is also a commitment to seek solutions to areas of weakness in our system. A great school is always seeking ways to improve and a site council helps to lead those improvements.

If you would like more information about serving on the Pleasanton High School site council, please contact Sara Conley at sara.conlely@usd344.org.

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Sportsmanship and Rule 52

At any game or event, the worst feeling for an administrator is that they would have to address an athlete, coach, or fan regarding behavior. Passion and pride sometimes mix with frustration and show up in negative ways that can adversely impact the school, team, and community.

At all events, our goal is to provide a positive experience for our athletes and coaches. We want to cheer them on, provide encouragement and support them whether they win or lose. PHS Pride has been a goal this year, and our students have risen to the occasion, they show up and cheer each other on. I am so proud that our student section is growing into a fun and positive environment for our fans and athletes.

Below is the link to Rule 52 from KSHSAA - I encourage you to review these rules with your family. As we approach basketball season, you will see more leadership from our students in the area of sportsmanship, prior to each game our athletes will provide these reminders to fans to help promote a positive environment.

RULE 52 - KSHSAA

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IMPACT Referrals

Inspire.Motivate.Praise.Assist.Champion.Teach

"You never know when a moment and few sincere words can have an impact on a life."

- Zig Ziglar

Has someone been exceptionally helpful? Did someone do something to make your day? Did a teacher go the extra mile to reach your child? Is there a community member who supports your student or all students?

Please take 2 minutes to recognize a staff member or community member who has made an impact on you. People who make an impact make our school a better place to be!

IMPACT Referral

Click here to recognize an adult who makes our school community a better place!