MSHS News
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Class of 2024 Spotlight: Maize South High School graduate Abigail Amend
Maverick grad Abigail Amend, who spent the last two years on the campus of Fort Hays State University, is attending Kansas State University in the fall to become a physical therapist. Read her story in our series highlighting the Class of 2024!
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Upcoming college campus tours
Learn more about what college campus tours are available during the spring semester for grades 10 through 12.
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National Boys Soccer Player of the Year hopes for another great season at Maize South
The senior, who "lives and breathes for soccer," is a selfless player who builds up his teammates and inspires his coaches.
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2022 Celebrating Excellence in Education winner
Congratulations to Teri Larson, speech and English language arts teacher, in her recognition this school year!
District News
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Maize Pulse e-newsletter: Nov. 21, 2024 edition
Check out the district's latest Maize Pulse district e-newsletter for a message from Superintendent Dr. Greer; district updates and reminders; and more.
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Super Note e-newsletter: August 2024 edition
Check out Superintendent Dr. Raquel Greer's Super Note, the e-newsletter she shares with Maize USD 266 students. This issue celebrates some recent student success stories and provides news and updates.
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Class of 2024 Spotlight
Whether it's culinary arts, welding, sports, politics, or medicine, our Class of 2024 is pursuing big dreams! Check out a few of their stories.
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Summer Camps 2024
Explore our special edition e-newsletter for a wealth of information about a variety of opportunities for students this summer, from agility to wrestling. In addition to sports, learn about camps for multimedia and STEM.
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Students use grant-funded hydroponic gardens to grow produce in schools
The new Cultivate Maize program showcases production and harvest of produce from 35 hydroponic gardens. Then students enjoy the the fruits — and vegetables — of their labor.
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Maize USD 266 welcomes new school resource officer to our elementary schools!
Having school resource officer presence in elementary schools is new this year for Maize USD 266.
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With new school board traffic safety policy, police can issue traffic tickets on school property
City law enforcement officers now can issue municipal court citations for parking and traffic violations, including speeding tickets, on school property.
Maize Family
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Maize Pulse district e-newsletter
In August 2022, Maize USD 266 launched the Maize Pulse e-newsletter. It will be produced about once a month to help keep the Maize USD 266 community informed about news and updates related to the school district, including Maize Board of Education policies.
Connect. Learn. Lead.
SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE
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Welcome, Dr. Raquel Greer, Superintendent of Schools
The Maize family welcomed Dr. Raquel Greer, who joins USD 266 as its Superintendent of Schools on July 1. Dr. Greer is eager to guide Maize USD 266 on a journey to refocus and reenergize on instruction and what kids need, she said. Dr. Greer, who has experience as an educator and a school counselor, said the community can expect her to value relationships, teamwork, and caring for people. She said the Maize USD 266 superintendent position was the only job she applied for and was drawn to join and lead the district because of its highly skilled employees, excellent reputation, and involvement of and support from an informed and caring community base. She has been an educator and community member in the Wichita area for 23 years and welcomes the opportunity to continue to get to know Maize and share more about herself.
Maize Education Foundation
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Together, we can help students succeed.
Supporting students in defining and pursuing their individual versions of success is one of the greatest legacies we can leave for our community and one of the most important things we can do to build a better future.In support of that belief, the Maize Education Foundation strives to partner with school leaders, community members, parents, and business owners in order to secure funding and develop partnerships that aid Maize educators in piloting educational and enrichment programs, developing new curriculum, and providing innovative experiential and project-based learning opportunities for all preK-12 students enrolled in the Maize School District.
Thank you to these businesses and organizations for believing in our students and educators and giving support through financial and in-kind gifts to the Maize Education Foundation.
Find out how you can help Maize students and educators.