What goes into a USD 379 snow day? This video is a behind-the-scenes look at the January 2025 snowstorm that dropped a record 16+ inches in parts of Clay County. It shows the district's preparation before the storm and highlights what went into getting our buildings ready to open again.
https://youtu.be/KBN4iTejiek
Today, we are thrilled to announce our first "Like a Champion" recognition for 2025, and this award goes to a truly deserving student: Cayden Schwab! Cayden is an exceptional athlete, but what Mr. Brummet values most about him is the positive influence he has on his classmates. He is respected and has the remarkable ability to transform the culture within our school. Many of our most vulnerable students have noted that Cayden is someone who will step up, stand by them, and offer support in difficult times. Nominated by Mr. Brummet, it's clear that Cayden's impact resonates with all the staff at CCCMS. We are fortunate to have him as a proud member of the Bengal community!
USD 379 will be on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025. There will be no AM preschool. CCCHS, CCCMS and Wakefield will start at 10:10am. LES and GES will start at 10:25am.
Lisa Last is once again hosting a FREE parenting course through USD 379 and funded by the Clay Counts Coalition.
USD 379 will be closed on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025. No school or activities.
All USD 379 sites, including the Stuart Administrative Center, will be closed on Monday, January 6th, 2025.
USD 379 will be closed on Monday, January 6th, 2025. No school or activities.
Today's "Like a Champion" Call of the Day is sure to warm your heart, as we celebrate Jace Kloft! During band class, they played a game involving rhythms, and Jace emerged as the competition winner. However, instead of keeping his prize for himself, Jace chose to give it to a classmate who had come in second place. His friend had been feeling down, but Jace’s generous act turned that around and brought a big smile to his face. This moment truly made everyone in the class feel like winners! Keep it up, Jace! Your commitment to Habit 4, "Think Win-Win," really shines through in your everyday actions!
We are incredibly proud of our 8th Grade Lady Bengals for their outstanding basketball season! They returned home last night as the NCKL runners-up. Excellent job, ladies!
This week, we are excited to present the "Like a Champion" Pillar of Leadership award to Mr. Kelly! He has been doing an outstanding job embodying Habit 5, "Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood," particularly through his engaging vocabulary lessons. Many students have started incorporating the new words they learn into their everyday conversations. Mr. Kelly also excels at Habit 4, "Think Win-Win." He consistently creates a warm and inviting classroom environment, and the pleasant aroma of freshly brewed coffee adds to the welcoming atmosphere! Additionally, Mr. Kelly has demonstrated exceptional skills in using Habit 6, "Synergize." During 6th hour, he invites some of his students to assist in moving and setting up wrestling mats. Their teamwork made a challenging task much more manageable and was greatly appreciated. We are truly fortunate to have dedicated educators like Mr. Kelly in our school!
This is a reminder that tomorrow is an early release day, with dismissal at 11:45 AM. Our food service will provide a sack lunch. We wish you all a safe and enjoyable Winter Break! Classes will resume on January 6, 2025.
"The “other” Mr. Lane’s PAWS class is in the spotlight this week. Do we like being the center of attention? Absolutely not. We are introverts to the core. But we love learning about things they are passionate about, such as technology, science, and social studies. Our group loves hands on in our learning and we enjoy having a creative outlet and to build things. The thing we enjoy the most is being social with our friends." Ian Lane
Today, we are proud to recognize Jamis Pumarlo and his partner as our "Like a Champion" Call of the Day recipients. Throughout the year, Jamis and his sidekick have been embracing Habit 6 with their delightful morning announcements. Jamis kicks off the day with a funny dad joke that breaks the ice, and his partner follows up by reciting the pledge of allegiance. Together, they create a fantastic synergy that sets a positive tone for our school day!
*Both students were nominated by Jeremy Lund*
Wishing the Lady Bengals the best of luck in the final rounds of NCKL today! They will be competing in the Main Gym located at 436 W 10th St, Concordia, KS. The first game is set to begin at 4:30 PM, followed by placement games starting 30 minutes after the conclusion of the initial match. Let's Go Bengals! #bengalstrong
The 7th grade choir class sang at the Clay County Medical Center today and caroled in the hallways
8th Grade Teacher update from Topeka....
Still Smiling no signs of distress. 😂
Today, we are excited to showcase our Bengal Spotlight team: the Winter Cheer Team! These talented young ladies have put in a great deal of effort to master their cheers and keep our fans energized during the winter sports season. They are guided by their coach, Jenna Beaver. Keep inspiring us with your school spirit, Cheer Squad!
We are excited to share that our top fundraising students enjoyed an amazing trip to Kaufmann Stadium yesterday! A total of 65 students attended, creating memories that will last a lifetime. We are immensely proud of all our Bengal students for their commitment and effort in supporting this year's school fundraiser. A heartfelt thank you to our community for backing our students! We also want to extend our gratitude to our PEP for their dedication and hard work!
Our 8th-grade students are watching Ballet Midwest's performance of The Nutcracker today at the Topeka Performing Arts Center! It's such an incredible experience!
Today's "Like a Champion" Call of the Day goes to Jace Ynesta! Jace took the initiative to tidy up a mess created by another student in the hallway. Great job demonstrating synergy and a win-win mindset, Jace! You have clearly mastered two of the seven habits!
