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District recognizes 2019 Celebrating Excellence in Education Award winners
The educators have been recognized by their peers and administrators as professionals who, among other things, work as team players in the district to provide quality educational experiences for students.
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Five Maize schools earn national character education designation
Congrats to Maize Central, Pray-Woodman, Vermillion, Maize Middle, and Maize South Middle, each named a Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School!
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It's parent-teacher conference week
Maize USD 266 hosts parent-teacher conferences April 17 and 18. There is no school on April 18 and 19.
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Dr. Higgins: Momentum drives Maize USD 266 forward on important key issues
I continue to be excited about the momentum of so many important issues, including facilities and growth and the OneMa1ze, OneVision strategic plan.
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Most school fees to remain unchanged for 2019-20
The fee for use of district-owned musical instruments will increase to help cover costs, and the adult lunch cost will increase 15 cents.
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Your opinion needed in state Parent Perception Survey
Please share your feedback: How do you as a parent or guardian define success for your child?
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Maize, area districts reviewing possible changes to special education
Member districts of the Sedgwick County Area Educational Services Interlocal Cooperative are considering a new organization of three separate cooperatives.
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District deploying one:1 Chromebooks in middle schools next year
This is the latest step in the district's ongoing commitment to connect students to the vast world around them with the help of technology and resources.
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Employees celebrated for their life-saving heroism
Maize South Elementary School's Stephany McClellan and Glen Shafer saved the life of fourth-grade student Keegan Dalton.
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Maize High School Cheer recognized for ongoing support of veterans
Maize High School Cheer raises funds and awareness for U.S. veterans, Kansas Honor Flight.
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Maize High Climate Club wins $10,000
Students recognized for scientific research to help improve quality, safety of community's drinking water
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District considering change to valedictorian/salutatorian process
The district is considering a new system in which it recognizes top graduates with summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude distinction.
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Dr. Higgins: District likely to consider two new school buildings to meet growth needs
Work continues, anticipating need to open new spaces to learn by August 2021.
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Michelle Hilliard named 2019 Kansas Master Teacher
Complete High School Maize teacher, assistant principal is one of seven educators statewide to win honor.
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Maize Board of Education sets 2019-2020 district calendar
During its regular monthly meeting Feb. 11, the Maize Board of Education approved the 2019-20 district calendar. Click to download a copy.
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District moves forward on See Beyond Maize Solar Initiative
Soon, there will be construction of ground-based solar panels west of Maize Career Academy.
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Maize's five elementary schools now have official mascots
We welcome the Chameleons, Mustangs, Panthers, Wolves, and Pride (Lions) to the OneMa1ze family!
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As student enrollment climbs, plans in the works for new spaces to learn
Student enrollment is growing rapidly. Just as a family would plan to make room when expecting an addition, we are looking ahead to the future.
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Kindergarten students practice leadership through presentations
The opportunity builds confidence and public speaking skills and teaches an understanding and ability to articulate and communicate processes.
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Board of Education approves OneMa1ze, OneVision Strategic Plan
Thanks to community feedback and support, Maize USD 266 will be focusing on its new strategic plan in the coming weeks and months.
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Maize USD 266 continues to add safety enhancements
Student and employee safety is a top priority for Maize USD 266. Recent safety enhancements include the addition of a third school resource officer.
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District leaders, board members continue discussion about growth
Student enrollment growth has been twice what district leaders anticipated just a couple of years ago.
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Maize High School senior serves on Governor’s Education Council
Maize High School senior Max Glaze serves as a Student Representative alongside Gov. Jeff Colyer, state legislators, education leaders, and business leaders.
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As student enrollment numbers continue to climb, district leaders planning for future building, facilities needs
The district will consider whether and when to pursue another bond issue to pay for needed facilities expansions.
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November Election: An opportunity to support public schools
The Nov. 6 General Election will be a big one for Maize USD 266 and Kansas public schools, and much is at stake in that election.
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Maize USD 266's successful future hinged on multiple voices, perspectives
There are a couple of key initiatives underway that emphasize the value our district places on various ideas and perspectives.
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Maize South High School student named National Merit Semifinalist
Senior Corey McDowell is among only 25 semifinalists from the Wichita area and 16,000 nationwide.
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Teachers honored in 2019 Kansas Teacher of the Year program
Two Maize USD 266 teachers were honored Sept. 8 at a regional banquet in Wichita. Congratulations to Andrea Nietfeld and Jill Frye!
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OneMa1ze stretching, growing with big initiatives ahead
Back-to-school time is a time to think bigger, and we at Maize USD 266 are doing just that.
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District moves toward review of enrollment projections, school space for boundary line consideration
The annual review would assist the Maize Board of Education and district leaders in responding to growth and other needs.
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Capitol Federal Foundation donates $20,000 to Maize Education Foundation
Donated funds will support financial literacy education for Maize USD 266 students.
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Projects, initiatives to springboard Maize Schools into 2018-19
Maize USD 266 is moving forward on larger-scale projects to ensure Maize USD 266 strives for excellence in academics, technology, athletics and activities, community, and more.
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119th Street reopens after partial summer closure
Road repairs have been part of preparation for Maize Schools' new transportation center, which opens this school year.
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Pray-Woodman math teacher is Kansas finalist
Angela Knapp has been selected as a Kansas finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics & Science Teaching.
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Complete High School Maize staff members win state awards
Dr. Kristy Custer is the 2018-19 Kansas Secondary Principal of the Year, and Sheryl Tillery is the Kansas Personal Finance Teacher of the Year.
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Students earn certifications to work in medical fields
The district celebrated about 50 high school students who this spring semester earned their pins in CNA (certified nursing assistant), EKG (electrocardiogram) technician, and phlebotomy.
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Phillips 66 donates $35,000 to Vermillion Elementary School
Funds will purchase Chromebooks to help district move toward 1:1 initiative.
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Mavericks, Eagles build airplane together
Maize USD 266 is the only school district in the state of Kansas where high school students spent 2017-18 building an airplane.
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Dr. Higgins: School year highlights celebrate partnerships, support, generosity
Our 2017-18 school year has had some incredible stories of OneMa1ze success, positive growth, and lessons learned.
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Travis Bloom is Foundation's first executive director
The Maize Education Foundation has announced the appointment of Travis Bloom to be its first Executive Director.
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Elementary schools win national character education award
Congratulations to Vermillion Elementary School and Pray-Woodman Elementary School for being named a Capturing Kids Hearts Showcase School!
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Bus drivers wanted
Maize USD 266 is hiring bus drivers! Click the headline to apply and learn more about bonuses, flexible schedules, and benefits.
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District names 2018 Celebrating Excellence in Education winners
Congratulations to our deserving educators for winning Maize USD 266's annual award!
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District reviewing measures, planning upgrades and changes to make schools even safer
Dr. Chad Higgins, Superintendent of Maize Schools, shares a message about school safety.
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Important message from Dr. Chad Higgins
Please click the headline above to access the letter from Dr. Higgins, Superintendent of Maize Schools, regarding this week's events. Thank you.
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District's Legislative Priorities document highlights range of important OneMa1ze needs
The priorities include providing stable, adequate, and equitable school funding; supporting education professionals, and maintaining local control of education.
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Thanks to OneMa1ze community input, strategic plan underway
We appreciate all who participated, including the greater community members who shared feedback via the Thought Exchange survey in December.
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District exploring options to make up instruction time lost to snow days
District leaders are working on options to address the shortfall of a specific number of instructional hours schools currently face.
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Dr. Higgins: Maize USD 266 seeking ways to support student needs
When it comes to our students, we can't just teach them. We must reach them. Find out how we are working to improve the lives of our students.
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Read and Ride program celebrates technology, reading, and exercise
Maize Central Elementary School receives Kansas Health Foundation grant for nearly $20,000.
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Class gives students peek at innovation at work
Emerging Technologies students witness cutting-edge technology, including drones and virtual reality, used in business, law enforcement, and other industries.
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District selling two pieces of property
The transportation center on 53rd Street and the former location of the TransNet program on Tyler Road are for sale. Click the headline for more information.
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Preschool enrollment begins Jan. 19
Our Maize Early Childhood Center offers half-day preschool for children who are ages 3 or 4 by Aug. 31 of each school year.
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Maize South Middle School teacher wins Horizon Award
State surprises Hannah Martin as one of 32 teachers statewide with prestigious honor.
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Maize USD 266 teacher wins prestigious Milken Award
Complete High School Maize science teacher Heidi Albin was surprised Nov. 9 during a school assembly.
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Shop via Amazon Smile to support the Maize Education Foundation
Support Maize USD 266 financially at no additional cost to you!
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Downs honored for his service to Maize Board of Education
Maize Board of Education Vice President Mike Downs has served since 2013.
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District launches new, improved website
Site now mobile-friendly and easier to navigate based on OneMa1ze community feedback.
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Two teachers recognized at Kansas Teacher of the Year Region IV Banquet
Congratulations to Andrea Burnett and CoCo Bontrager!
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Inclement weather, snow day notifications
Please click for details in the event of school being dismissed or canceled because of inclement weather.
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Elementary teacher wins national award for teaching excellence
Crystal May wins the NEA Foundation Horace Mann Award for Teaching Excellence 2018.
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Coffee & Crayons
Community event celebrates, unveils new Maize Early Childhood Center.
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Complete High School Maize Thanksgiving Feast
Alternative high school students welcome community for annual meal.
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