USD 250 closed for the remainder of the school year At 4:00 today, Governor Laura Kelly announced the closing of all Kansas schools through the remainder of the school year. School districts, however, have been tasked with designing educational plans to meet student needs for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. With this recommendation, as well as our... READ MORE >
USD 250 closed Monday, 16 through Friday, 20 (5 school days) At the recommendation of the Commissioner of Education, Governor Laura Kelly, and the Speaker of the House, as well as our own concern for the safety and well-being of our students and families, we have made the decision that ALL USD 250 schools will be closed Monday, March 16 through Friday, March... READ MORE >
03/13/20USD 250 Continues to actively monitor the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) situation in conjunction with local and federal health authorities. District Administration met with both KSDE and the local health agencies again today. Here is what we know now: On the expert advice of local health professionals and KDHE, we will continue to stay in... READ MORE >
3/12/20 COVID-19 DISTRICT UPDATE USD 250 continues to actively monitor the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) situation in conjunction with local and federal health authorities. DISTRICT UPDATE Today, 3/12/20, District Administration attended a Crawford County Emergency Planning committee meeting where representatives from local emergency management and... READ MORE >
MEDIA RELEASE: USD 250 Continues Efforts in COVID-19 Prevention Pittsburg Community Schools wants families to know we are closely monitoring information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and proactively working with state and local health partners for guidance on preventative measures for the Coronavirus Disease or COVID-19. USD 250 IS... READ MORE >
PCMS Students & Parents: USD 250 is aware of the threat that is circulating on social media. This threat has been investigated and has been deemed non-credible. PCMS Administration was made aware of a self-harm threat on Monday. Students informed administration and appropriate action was taken to ensure all of our students' safety. Over the last two days, the... READ MORE >
USD 250 will Participate in National Weather Service Tornado Drill PITTSBURG, KAN. - USD 250 will Participate in the National Weather Service Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at 10:00 AM. This drill will be district-wide for all USD 250 Students. The City of Pittsburg will join this drill by running an audio test on Tuesday at 10:00 AM. This test will... READ MORE >
PITTSBURG, KAN. - USD 250 Pittsburg Community Schools continues to work closely with Kansas Department Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Crawford County Health Department regarding the Coronavirus. While there are no confirmed cases in Kansas, the district is being proactive in partnership with local health agencies. "Our student and staff safety is always... READ MORE >
PITTSBURG, KS - Pittsburg Community Schools will host the biggest Kansas Powerlifting Championships in the state by holding both the Boys and Girls 5A State this Saturday, February 29th, at 9:00am. The Championships will be in the newest facility at Pittsburg Community Middle School. This space was provided by the 2017 Bond and will see over 400 athletes on... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: USD 250 Announces Partnership with Mammoth Turf 02/24/20 Pittsburg, KS - With a focus on the safety of our students and quality of investment, the partnership with Mammoth Turf and Pittsburg Community Schools was approved by the USD 250 Board of Education on Monday, January 27, 2020. Administration and Coaches joined together on Monday, February 10,... READ MORE >
Dragon Class of 2033! Save the date for your Kindergarten Roundup 2020! READ MORE >
February 10, 2020, the USD 250 Board of Education approved Mrs. Kelsey Boulware as the new Elementary Principal at Westside Elementary."We are very excited to welcome Mrs. Boulware to our administrative team. Her skills, abilities and personal qualities will serve to help Westside Elementary continue to be a great school. She is filling a large void left by the... READ MORE >
Mrs. Bockover's, Mrs. Hartzfeld's, and Mrs. O'Bray's eighth grade Student Advocacy Groups (SAG) impacted the community of Pittsburg in a wonderfully positive way during their first-semester community service project. For the second year in a row, "blessing bags" -- as the teachers like to call them -- were donated to those in need this winter season. Each... READ MORE >
Established in 2019, the Bill Hanson Memorial Tournament honors the legacy of Coach Bill Hanson and his impact on the community, players, and the sport. The tournament begins Thursday, January 23 through the 25th. Pittsburg High School will host 8 teams on both the boys and girls bracket all hoping to reach the championship game on Saturday afternoon. Gate is $5... READ MORE >
Dragons,I would like to take a moment to welcome you back to the second half of the 2019-2020 school year. As we finish our first week together in 2020, I find myself reflecting on our goals for this year and our district strategic plan. Our staff worked hard throughout last semester and will continue to work to implement new programs, processes, policies, and... READ MORE >
6th Grade students were welcomed back to Earth Science with two rock experiments, but only one of them was edible. Wrapping up their minerals and rocks unit students journey through the rock cycle in two different labs, "Science Rocks!" and "Sweet Science!", by being given minerals (crayons & starburst) and using hands-on to experience the paths and processes... READ MORE >
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The George Nettels STEM club meets every other Wednesday to work on STEM Activities and different science experiments. Last month they worked hard on a project for the Class LTD Gala, a custom Purple Dragon Tree to be auction off at the gala. Students managed the project as well as the decoration of... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: PCMS TO PERFORM DISNEY'S ALICE IN WONDERLAND JR. Contact: Kimberly Arzoian, 620-235-3240 Pittsburg, KS December 12, 2019 – Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR. is playing at Memorial Auditorium and Convention Center on December 12, 2019 at 7:00pm. The zany 60-minute musical, designed for middle school-aged performers, is based on the 1951 Disney film... READ MORE >
Lakeside kindergarten had community helpers visit on Friday, Nov 15th. Kindergartners met Dr. Mary Sue Painter (veterinarian), Robert Vacca (postmaster), Dr. Bethany Enoch (family doctor), Officer Dainty (Police department), Sam Sutton (construction worker). Each of the Community Helpers gave a 15-minute presentation to the students. Students also explored a... READ MORE >
On Friday, Nov 15th, PHS Culinary Class had a guest speaker and demo from Chef Kealan O’Boyle from US Foods. Chef Kealan went to culinary school at New England Culinary Institute in Vermont. Born and raised in Kansas City, but gained experience working in most aspects of the culinary world, in various types of restaurants in Texas, Missouri, Illinois, Vermont,... READ MORE >
"This season was one of my most memorable seasons in my coaching history." Says Head Coach Kelsey Boulware. The girls had the most winning season in many years. With Records of: 8A: 19-3, 8B: 10-5, 7A: 20-2, 7B: 11-4. One of the best games the girls played on every level was against Joplin. "The games were so incredibly close, and the girls continuously... READ MORE >
FutureNow: Finance is a hands-on financial literacy program offered by Communities In Schools of Mid-America and is an exercise that helps students understand some of the “realities” involved in preparing for an employable future and adulthood. Students receive a profile describing their lives as 26-year-olds. The scenario includes: marital status, number of... READ MORE >
Each month Meadowlark has a Leadership Assembly as part of their Leader In Me program. Students are recognized monthly based on the Word of the Month and the Leader in Me Habit. For October, students who showed Responsibility and were being Proactive were recognized at the assembly. The best part is that this assembly is entirely student-led. Students hold up a... READ MORE >
On Thursday, Westside Elementary had a very special assembly. During the month of October, Pittsburg Community Schools joined in a United Way Campaign. Each building organized different fundraisers, and employees were given the opportunity to contribute through a payroll deduction. Fundraisers varied from Penny Wars, Jeans days, Silent Auctions, and buying... READ MORE >
Today, November 1st, George Nettels Elementary recognized students with a Dragons of Character Certificate of Achievement Award during the Dragons of Character grade level meetings. These awards are presented each month to students who have displayed outstanding character, demonstrated excellence in behavior, and are leaders in our school community. Below is a... READ MORE >
Students in Mrs. Broxterman's ESOL classes (K-5) have been doing learning activities related to Dia de Los Muertos - The Day of the Dead for about a week. In ESOL, there are four main areas of focus: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. These areas of focus were used to help students learn more about the holiday. Students Made tissue paper marigolds to... READ MORE >
On Monday, October 28th, Pittsburg High School hosted a KACROAO sponsored College Fair. All area Juniors and Seniors invited to attend, including Girard, Arma, Frontenac, St. Mary's, and Southeast High School. 38 post secondary schools were in attendance: Allen Community CollegeBaker UniversityBenedictine CollegeBethany CollegeButler Community CollegeCoffeyville... READ MORE >
On Thursday, October 3rd, K-Kids from Westside, Lakeside, and George Nettels, and Pittsburg High School Key Club students join the Pittsburg Kiwanis club for their 19-20 Officer Induction. Students enjoyed lunch and dessert with the club members before the induction began. Each club shared their goals and activities for the year. Westside Elementary K-Kid... READ MORE >
Davey Froman, Owner of Miners and Monroe, visited George Nettels 5th grade for Small Business Day on Friday, October 25th. He talked to students about what being an entrepreneur is and what it takes to run a business. Froman explained that the small businesses in the area meet and work together, and that is an essential skill for their success. Froman also... READ MORE >
Earlier this month, Meadowlark Elementary K-Kids inducted its officers for the 2019-2020 school year. They were joined by the Sunflower Kiwanis Club for breakfast and the induction ceremony. K-Kid officers read their campaign speeches and shared their club goals for the year. Sunflower Kiwanis also presented a donation to help support the K-Kids efforts for the... READ MORE >
5th Grade students at Lakeside Elementary have been working on some exciting Stem activities. Students created their own straw rocket and were able to manipulate the number of fins and mass of the clay for the nose of the rocket. They then fired them off using a straw rocket launcher. They were able to change the angle at which they launched them. Data was... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: PHS Veterans Day CelebrationContact: Gary Wolgamott, 620-235-3200, gwolgamott@usd250.org On November 8, the student body of Pittsburg High School will be observing Veterans Day in a special presentation. The PHS National Honor Society would like to extend a personal welcome to you and your fellow veterans to attend. Our goal is to recognize all of... READ MORE >
Governor Laura Kelly has proclaimed Wednesday, October 23, 2019, as School Transportation Appreciation Day. USD 250 Pittsburg Community Schools would like to take a moment to thank our incredible transportation staff for all they do. "Our transportation department works hard to ensure that all students at USD 250 arrive and return from school safely. The... READ MORE >
Westside 5th Grade Class went on an adventure together reading "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen. A thirteen-year-old boy named Brian flies in a Cessna bush plane to his dad's home in Canada. The plane crashes because the pilot has a heart attack and dies. The boy is stuck in the wilderness and has to survive on his own. "We make the dioramas, an animal guide book,... READ MORE >
Pittsburg High School is honored to host the 2019 KSHSAA 5A State tournament, October 18-19, 2019. Jeff Staley, PHS Activities Director will act as the 5a Tournament Manager. Students athletes and fans from Arkansas City, Desoto, Emporia, and Salina will join us here in Pittsburg for two days of competition. Tournament Details: Friday, October 18th and Saturday,... READ MORE >
The National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA) is the honor society for Debate and Forensics students across the nation. Every year the NSDA compiles their rankings of all schools to see who made the top 100. On Monday, October 7th the NSDA announced that Pittsburg High School is ranked number 66 out of over 3,000 programs! The school rankings are based on... READ MORE >
Once a month KSN Local News Today recognizes a teacher for going above and beyond. Erin Sullivan and Chase Bullman surprised our very own Ms. Melissa Arbuckle with the October Apple of Today's Eye. Arbuckle was nominated by a community member and was surprised during her class on Wednesday morning. "I've been here for 35 years and I have loved every minute... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: USD 250 Announces 2020 Graduation Date10/11/19Pittsburg Community Schools announces the 2020 Commencement Ceremony will be on Sunday, May 17, 2020, at 2:00 pm. The ceremony will be held at Pittsburg State University, Garfield W. Weede Physical Education Building. "Traditionally Graduation is held on a Saturday, but it is important to us that... READ MORE >
On Thursday, October 4th, George Nettels Elementary recognized students with a Dragons of Character Certificate of Achievement Award during the Dragons of Character grade level meetings. These awards are presented each month to students who have displayed outstanding character, demonstrated excellence in behavior, and are leaders in our school community. Below is... READ MORE >
Natalie Vanderbeck's Title Math class students have been using KUBO, a small robot that teaches coding, for over a year. Vanderbeck has been integrating KUBO into her curriculum through a pilot program awarded to her with Pitsco Education. Many of the students recognize KUBO when they enter the classroom and are excited to see it is a "KUBO day". On... READ MORE >
Attention Parents/Guardians and Students: Pittsburg High School is currently sealing the parking lot area and painting curbing. On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, the Northeast section of the East parking lot and the bus loop (located on the west side of the building) will not be available. Students and staff are encouraged to park in the Southeast section of the East... READ MORE >
Media Release: 9/18/19 PHS Students & Parents: We want to inform you that a verbal threat of violence was overheard today at Pittsburg High School. PHS Administration was made aware of the situation and Crawford County Sheriff's Department was notified following procedure. After further investigation, the threat has been deemed non-credible and appropriate... READ MORE >
USD 250 is excited to offer a more effective way for our community to advertise their events to our students at www.dragoncommunity.org. Flyers can now be submitted by selecting the purple "Submit Post" button in the top right-hand corner of the page. Parents can also check this page if they are looking for exciting activities for their dragons to attend. Moving... READ MORE >
The National Scholastic Press Association named the Pittsburg High School Booster Redux as a 2019 Pacemaker Finalist. This is the highest honor a high school paper can achieve. Over 220 publications from 33 states entered and The Booster is one of 47 High School finalists named. Students on the Newspaper staffed gathered together yesterday to watch the... READ MORE >
Superintendent Richard Proffitt surprised a deserving community member today with the 2018-2019 Friend of Pittsburg Community Schools Award. Brian Hendrickson was joined by his family, Salon 9 staff, and friends to celebrate. Brian has utilized his staff and assembled other stylists in the community over the past two years and provided haircuts to middle school... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: Bond Project Open House9/9/19 USD 250 Pittsburg Community Schools invites you to join us at the USD 250 Bond Project Open House on September 16th, 2019. Each of our buildings will open its doors to the community to see the completed 2017 Bond Project. "Our district is very grateful for the support that our community displayed in approving the... READ MORE >
Since it was created in 1994, the Pritchett Trust, named after William and Athlyn Pritchett, has granted 9.3 million dollars to area schools, service organizations, and non-profits. This year, the Foundation awarded more than $475,000 in grant dollars with $109,013.57 going to Pittsburg Community Schools."We greatly appreciate the Pritchett trust and the support... READ MORE >
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DRAGONS, We are excited to begin the school year with you! If you have not already, please take the time to enroll your Dragon using our Online Enrollment portal. All students will enroll online this year! Dragons can use our secure portal to enroll your student, pay fees, set up transportation, and add School Bucks for meals. Returning Dragons - If at this time... READ MORE >
Welcome to USD 250! We are so excited to have you as a Purple Dragon! Your New Student Online Enrollment portal is LIVE! You can find it here. To begin the enrollment process click the "Sign Up" link below the Log In and your first step as a Dragon begins.Please note that Online Enrollment begins the enrollment process but that your student is not completely... READ MORE >
Dragons, We are really excited about Online Enrollment. So excited that we feel like giving a few things away from Jocks Nitch! A winner will be randomly selected each week throughout enrollment so everyone will have the chance to win. READ MORE >
Dragons! We have been able to troubleshoot why some of our Dragons have not received their enrollment emails. We had hoped they would arrive in waves as it was such a large group to reach. After working with our third-party vendor, we found that the Mic Check went to all emails on your account, and the enrollment email was only sent to the primary account holder. ... READ MORE >
DRAGONS! Online Enrollment is live! Dragons re-enrolling should have an email with their log in information. Once you have checked your spam folder, if you do not have an email, please use the Online Enrollment Help Form. Dragons re-enrolling can use our secure portal to enroll your student, pay fees, set up transportation, and add School Bucks for meals. New... READ MORE >
USD 250 has sent out it's "Mic Check" for Online Enrollment. This is a test email to ensure that Dragon's are ready for our Online Enrollment kick-off next week.If you received the email, your contact information is correct in PowerSchool, and you are ready for Online Enrollment. Log in information and instructions will be sent on Monday, July 15th.If they did not... READ MORE >
During the 2018-2019 school year, a group of approximately 100 community members was assembled to gather feedback concerning the direction of the school district moving forward. Based on the feedback received from the community group 5 common themes were identified, these themes helped provide the framework for the USD 250 Strategic Plan. USD 250 Pittsburg... READ MORE >
USD 250 Pittsburg Community Schools Online Enrollment will begin on July 15th. "We are excited about this change; it will only help us move forward as a district. Online Enrollment will be more accessible for parents, especially those with multiple children. You can enroll from your home on your time." says Mr. Richard Proffitt, Superintendent of Schools.... READ MORE >
Rosita is a friend to many at Westside Elementary. As a class pet in Mrs. Broxterman's ESOL classroom, English Speakers of Other Languages, Rosita is known for providing comfort to the students and staff when they need it. "Learning a new language requires bravery and lots of practice. Being an English language learner can be scary and stressful, so I have set... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our Dragon Athletes for being Selected for the ALL-SEK Team. Way to go, Dragons! All-League BaseballTrenton Austin Dylan White Ben BoekhoutCaden Bressler All-League SoftballZoe PinamontiJata Beckley Second Team BaseballBrett WiemersBrody Arck Second Team SoftballShannon O'HaraMallory McThompson READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: USD 250 ANNOUNCES ONLINE ENROLLMENTUSD 250 Pittsburg Community School will be implementing Online Enrollment for the 2019-2020 School Year. The change is the product of a significant amount of research by the Dragon Tech team and administration on the success of online enrollment in other Districts. "USD 250 is very excited to be introducing online... READ MORE >
PCMS SAG groups each have a compassion project, Erica Martin's group decided to raise money to help pay off lunch balances for their fellow students. The group raised $500.00 through various fundraisers and was excited to present their donation to our PCMS Kitchen staff on Friday, May 17th. Way to go, Dragons! READ MORE >
Find the 2019 Summer Food Program Menu here. READ MORE >
USD 250 announced the 1st Annual Dragon Update this morning on the District Facebook page. This is an easy 3 step facebook event from the comfort of your own home that helps us communicate with you better. USD 250 sends emergency updates, school closing announcements, enrollment information, events, and reminders. With your most up to date information, we will be... READ MORE >
George Nettels students celebrated the 2nd Annual Super Kids Day on Friday, May 17th. 5th graders work different stations, from bag toss to tug of war. All grade levels celebrated Super Kids Day; Kindergarten and Fourth in the morning, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the afternoon. The 5th graders who facilitated the day got their own time by themselves to play and enjoy... READ MORE >
PHS Book Club hosted the 1st Annual Spelling Bee last month with the help of several local businesses and generous individuals on April 11th. There were 50 Spelling Bee competitors, and the winner was Chanu Lee, sophomore, with Amber Dial and Madison Nagel, Seniors, taking 2nd and 3rd place. "Fortunately, we raised enough money to buy every 1st grader in the... READ MORE >
The PCMS boys pictures above competed in the Get Busy Living 5K at Hutch Field on Saturday, May 5th. The boys trained for the race in the after school weights program at PCMS. Three of our boys placed in the event. Eismael Hernandez won first place in the entire race with a time of 17:44. Jonathan Moncivias placed 2nd in his age division and 7th place overall... READ MORE >
In one of the most tightly-contested seasons in the history of the award, Pittsburg is the winner of the 2018-19 Martin Rhode Southeast Kansas League All-Sports Award. The award is named after the long-time Pittsburg educator and coach. Chanute was the leader by two points over Independence after the winter sports season with Pittsburg in third. At the time, four... READ MORE >
Meadowlark celebrated it's Annual Water Day on Tuesday, May 14. Students participated in multiple water activities from Duck Duck Goose where students were selected as the Goose with water over their heads, to relay races where students use a sponge to transfer water from one bucket to another and race against other classes in their grade level to see who can... READ MORE >
Members of the PHS Archery team Jr Nic Bastion, Sr Ben Blessent, Fr Beth Blessent and Fr Emily Schneider traveled to Louisville, KY on May 10-11 to compete in the National Archery Tournament. These Dragon Archers all finished in the top 10 of high schoolers in Kansas to qualify for Nationals! National Score:Ben 277/300Emily 272/300Beth 270/300 Nic 242/300.Way to... READ MORE >
On May 8th, six Pittsburg High School Band students signed their scholarships to Pittsburg State University. They were joined by family, friends, PHS Director Cooper Neil, and PSU Director Andrew Chybowski, along with many other PHS staff in support. "The scholarship signing today was an immensely joyful moment for me. The six students who signed scholarships... READ MORE >
This Thursday, May 16th, join us from 6-8:00 pm at the PHS auditorium for the first annual Great Ideas Event. This free event will showcase ideas to spark positive change in our community presented by five AP Language and Composition students, performances by featured musicians and spoken word artists, and an interactive intermission complete with refreshments.... READ MORE >
Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. Dalgarn had the honor of awarding several Dragons of Character Certificate of Achievement Awards during the George Nettels grade level meetings today. These awards are presented to a few select students each month that have displayed outstanding character, demonstrated excellence in behavior, and are leaders in our school community. Below is... READ MORE >
Madison Nagel and Nicole Konopelko were recognized as 2019 Kansas Governor's Scholars at Washburn University on Sunday, May 5th. The program honors the top 1% of graduating seniors in all of Kansas. Students were joined by their mothers and each invited a teacher who has been a significant part of our their lives to attend. Nicole invited Emily Smith, and Madison... READ MORE >
USD 250 is incredibly proud of each of our student's accomplishments and we are looking forward to celebrating with you. Please see below for ceremony details. Congratulations, Dragons! PHS Graduation Saturday, May 18th 2:00 PM - John Lance Arena, PSU PCMS Promotion CeremonyThursday, May 23rd6:00 PM - PHS Gymnasium Lakeside 5th Grade Moving On... READ MORE >
PHS Track teams won the SEK League Championship on both the boys and girls side last night in Parsons. This is the 10th championship in a row and 11 out of the last 13 years for the girls team 6th consecutive and 11th out of the last 14 years for the boys. Way to go, Dragons! See the full results here. READ MORE >
Sophomore McKenna Hodges was one of 25 students selected for the California Scholastic Press Association workshop, a two-week workshop in San Luis Obispo, Calif. Hodges is a sophomore at PHS and a second-year member of the yearbook and newspaper staff and also works 20 hours a week at a local restaurant. During her interview today with KODE, McKenna said she... READ MORE >
Team scoresT1st Andover 13T1st Topeka Seaman3rd Emporia 104th Pittsburg 95th Andover Central 86th Topeka West 5T7th Topeka Shawnee Heights 0T7th Topeka Highland Park 0 Singles Devon McAfee finished 3rd state qualifierdef Riley Hockman Topeka Shawnee Hts 6-0 6-1def Will Donica Topeka West 6-2, 6-2lost to Perigo the #1 seed 6-0, 6-0def Dakota Caudle for 3rd 6-1,... READ MORE >
Caden Mitchell, 5th-Grade Westside Elementary student, won the Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest titled "Kansas Trees are Terrific...and Energy Wise!". This contest paired with classroom curriculum supports Kansas College and Career Ready Standards for Science and also integrates science and engineering practices from the Next Generation Science Standards. The... READ MORE >
PHS had an incredible showing at 5A State Forensics this past weekend. Scout Peery is a State Champion in Foreign Extemp Speaking! Mikayla Kitchen is a State Runner-Up in Humorous Interp. Austin Edwards places 3rd in Impromptu Speaking. Hannah Casper/Mikayla Kitchen place 3rd in Duo Acting. Heaven Hardesty places 5th in Informative Speaking. US Extemp... READ MORE >
Onna Jorge-Thelisma, a 5th grader at Meadowlark, won 1st place for her "Kick Butts" poster.Mrs. Lacey, Meadowlark Art teacher, had her 5th grade Art students participate in the Crawford County Anti-Smoking campaign poster contest called "Kick Butts". Onna received a $25 iTunes gift card, a sketchbook, and an Art set as the prize. She also won 5th place in the... READ MORE >
The Kid Care Connection Van will be performing sports physicals the remainder of the school year! Any physical done after May 1st can be used for the entire following school year! There are sports physical packets available in the nurse's clinic at your child's school. Please pick up a packet and return it as soon as possible to get scheduled! Thursday 5/9 PCMS... READ MORE >
The Sunflower Kiwanis Club provided one book for each USD 250 1st grade student this spring as part of their efforts to support students in the Pittsburg community. On May 7th, Sunflower Kiwanis visited Meadowlark to hand out some of the books. Dr. Brad Hanson, Assistant Super Attendant, spoke with students about reading and how important it was for them to... READ MORE >
Jim Porter visited Meadowlark Elementary, Westside Elementary, and Pittsburg Community Middle School on Thursday, May 2nd, to present them with The Challenge Award. Mr. Porter serves on the Board of Education, District 9. "The award is based on outstanding achievement in math and reading on the Kansas Assessments plus other factors – Test Scores are important... READ MORE >
PHS Robotics Team met with PCMS SAG students today to visit about First Robotics Competition (FRC). The PHS Robotics Team (Technomancers) competed in the regional competition in Kansas City in March, and are preparing for a trip to Maker Faire in June. The team encouraged PCMS students to ask questions about the robot and competition and invited interested eight... READ MORE >
PCMS Celebrated the 1st annual School Lunch Hero Day today, May 3rd, 2019. School Lunch Hero day came into being through the collaboration of the School Nutrition Association and Jarrett Krosoczka, children’s author and illustrator of the Lunch Lady book series. The celebration of the PCMS Cafeteria staff was headed by three of the school’s Student Advisory Groups... READ MORE >
2 Pittsburg Dragons were SEK singles champs: #1 Devon McAfee won his 3rd SEK singles title, his second in a row. Dakota Caudle won his 2nd straight SEK title at #2 singles. Dragon Doubles Teams played exceptionally well with #1 Doubles Griffin Cooper, Paul Worsley finished 5th, and #2 Doubles with Jake Russian and Bryson Hoffman finished 4th. "We were very close... READ MORE >
The Kansas Schools of Character Award program recipients are schools and/or districts that have worked to enhance Social, Emotional and Character Development. They have demonstrated education principles that include creating a caring school community, engaging families and community members as partners in character-building efforts, fostering self-motivation, and... READ MORE >
Breakfast is widely considered the most important meal of the day. Summer Warren, USD 250 Director of Nutrition, also knows that this is the meal most often missed by students. "This can be for a variety of reasons, from a simple lack of time to a serious lack of resources. When students eat breakfast, they are more focused, have better behavior, and often show... READ MORE >
On Friday, April 26th, George Nettels Elementary recognized students with a Dragons of Character Certificate of Achievement Award during the Dragons of Character grade level meetings. These awards are presented each month to students who have displayed outstanding character, demonstrated excellence in behavior, and are leaders in our school community. Below is a... READ MORE >
5th-grade students at Lakeside Elementary have been working hard on a creative project that used their math skills, engineering and design, problem-solving, teamwork, collaboration and art. Students built scale modules of doghouses to start, then built the full-size models with supplies from Crawford County Lumber and The Home Depot. Grants from Pritchett and... READ MORE >
Wednesday morning was full of excitement at Pittsburg Community Middle School. Students lined the halls with handmade signs to send off their fellow Dragons to the Special Olympics. Way to go, Dragons! Check out the Video here. READ MORE >
Monday, April 15th, our Westside students met Jitterbug, a Jersey cow from SouthWest Dairy Farmers. Callie Toews, the instructor for the Mobile Dairy Classroom, taught students all about dairy cows and what happens at dairy farms. "We visit different schools every day of the week. The classes change based on the age group we are teaching, we talk about... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Middle School and Communities in Schools hosted their first Career Fair for 8th graders on Friday, April 12. There were different professions and trades such as Social Work, the Army, Construction, Law Enforcement, and Medicine. PSU and Fort Scott Community College also attended to educate students about college opportunities. "Our Students... READ MORE >
On Monday, April 8th, Meadowlark Alumni now attending PCMS, grades 6-8th, formed a panel for the current Meadowlark 5th-grade students. They shared some of their experiences with the 5th graders. "They get a chance to ask lots of questions and get answers from the panel. Meadowlark Counselor Mrs. Perez has organized this event the past couple of years, and it... READ MORE >
You may notice these three letters at Kindergarten Roundup this week; they stand for Babble. Talk. Read — an Early Literacy program available through Greenbush and the Literacy Network Of Kansas. Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they learn how to read and write. This can come from reading bedtime stories, teaching the... READ MORE >
PHS Math Club had 20 total placings at the 51st Annual PSU Math Relays. This is the most placements that PHS has had in the past five years! Way to go, Dragons! Algebraic Equations & Inequalities12th Grade8th-tieMadison NagelAlgebraic Simplifications11th Grade3rd-tieMinwoo Joseph LeeAlgebraic Word Problems10th Grade1stJacob Mathew2ndCale FarringtonAnalytic... READ MORE >
DRAGON NEWS: USD 250 NAMES PHS ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 4/11/19 March 8, 2019, the USD 250 Board of Education approved Jeffrey D. Johnson as the new Assistant High School Principal. Johnson is currently a Physics and Chemistry teacher at Pittsburg High School. “We are excited about what Jeff brings to our team and the district as a whole. He has a strong relationship... READ MORE >
Senior, Cam Wilson and Sophomore, Gabriela Centeno have been selected to attend YE Summit in Detroit, Michigan this July. Youth Entrepreneurs (YE) is currently in its 2nd year at PHS with David Simpson teaching the program last school year. YE is an engaging and hands-on elective course that helps prepare students for success in the workplace and life by focusing... READ MORE >
PHS students had a busy few days of competition, training and building leadership skills at Kansas State Leadership Conference, April 7th-9th. The State Leadership Conference culminates the end of the year for Kansas FCCLA. The conference is designed to recognize members and advisers, install new district and state officers, celebrate achievements of Kansas... READ MORE >
Mikayla Kitchen has been selected as the 2019-2020 Kansas HOSA Vice President.HOSA is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care... READ MORE >
Thursday, April 4th was an exciting day at Westside Elementary. Not only was it Hat Day, participating in a spirit week for Autism Awareness month, it was also a day for a visit from PHS High School students. PHS Students in Mrs. James' Creative Writing class wrote children's books and then read them to 2nd and 5th-grade students at Westside Elementary. "I... READ MORE >
Dragon bucks are a building wide incentive program used at Westside Elementary. Students earn Dragon bucks in a variety of ways; They can earn them meeting an academic or behavior goal, turning in homework, caught being a good citizen, caught being a leader, etc. Dragon dollars are used at Westside to reinforce the positive things students do each and every day.... READ MORE >
At 4:00 on Wednesday, April 17th, the PHS Dragon Baseball team will be playing St. Thomas Aquinas at Kauffman Stadium, the home of the Kansas City Royals! Admission to the game will be free. This is an exciting opportunity for our Dragons! PHS Baseball joined by Dragon Activities is selling KC Royals vouchers in an effort to offset the cost of the game. These... READ MORE >
Allie Zornes entered her story, that she wrote in Creative Writing, into the PSU English Day Sci-Fi Competition. Today, Allie & her teacher Mrs. James attended the event. Going to different sessions on writing sci-fi; Allie learned how to write in a new language, what to include in a story, as well as a cultural analysis of Wall-E. In the past, PSU has only... READ MORE >
The archery team traveled to Pratt on Saturday, March 30th, and competed in the state competition. The following are the state qualifiers for nationals:Freshman, Beth Blessent shooting a 276 and and placing 6th Freshmen Emily Schneider shooting a 275 placing 8thJunior Nic Bastion shooting a 277 and placing eight Senior Ben Blessent shooting a 273 and placing 10th... READ MORE >
Dragon Class of 2032! Save the date for your Kindergarten Roundup 2019! READ MORE >
Each February, Kansas Dental Association holds the KDA Drawing and Class Project Contest to celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month. (NCDHM)Dragons from Westside Elementary took 1st place in the 2019 Class Project Contest with their video called "Westside Dental Health Tips". The Southeast District Winner for the Coloring Contest was our very own... READ MORE >
PHS Forensics Team does it again! Great job, Dragons! Friday at Olathe East-Public Forum Debate:Jacob Mathew & Nathan Newby - 1stDesiRay Laidler & Katie Rodriguez - 3rdJared Spiers & Rose Scott - 5th Lincoln Douglas Debate:Owen Miller - 4thDevin Kuhel - 5thMason Smith - 6th Saturday at Louisburg-Foreign Extemp:Brooklyn Hellwig - 2nd, State Qualified US... READ MORE >
Nicole Konopelko, PHS Senior, was recognized on the floor during the Senate session on Wednesday, March 20th. Along with her standing ovation, Nicole was awarded with a custom framed certificate from Senator Richard Hilderbrand. "Nicole is a natural storyteller and has a passion for people. Her dedication and curiosity has led to her cultivating a multitude of... READ MORE >
What a great Tuesday night for the PHS Forensics Team at Maize. The team will head to Olathe East on Friday & Louisburg on Saturday. Congrats to these awesome Dragons! Foreign Extemp: 2nd & qualifying for state- Scout Peery US Extemp: 2nd & qualifying for state- Audrey Goode 3rd- Ximena Ibarra 4th- Leyton Marler 6th- Jared Spiers Impromptu: 5th- Hayden... READ MORE >
Señora Pallares Spanish 3 class visits Mrs. Kitchen and Mrs. Harrel's class at Lakeside Elementary on Thursday, March 7th. They read children's books in spanish and lead them in activities related to the books they read to the students. "It was so much fun!" says Mrs. Kitchen when explaining the activities for the day. Great job, Spanish 3! READ MORE >
The students in Mrs. James English class had the opportunity to job shadow with local businesses on February 27th. This was a part of their lessons on how to write Cover Letters and Thank You letters. Heather Benelli, a sophomore at Pittsburg High School, had a unique experience when she visited Pitsco to shadow a graphic designer. Heather showed the... READ MORE >
Kelynn Heardt accepts a donation on behalf of Pittsburg High School yesterday evening at the Gordmans ribbon cutting ceremony. Gordmans’ philosophy is to give back to the communities where they have stores. They have contributed more than $1 million to public school systems throughout the states they operate in. As a part of this commitment, Gordmans donated... READ MORE >
On Thursday, February 28th, George Nettels Elementary recognized students with a Dragons of Character Certificate of Achievement Award during the Dragons of Character grade level meetings. These awards are presented each month to students who have displayed outstanding character, demonstrated excellence in behavior, and are leaders in our school community. Below... READ MORE >
March 4, 2019 the USD 250 Board of Education approved Assistant Principal, Kelynn K. Heardt, as the new High School Principal at Pittsburg High School. “We are very glad to have Kelynn remain with us in the district next year, but in a different role. Through the interview process, she rose to the top, proving herself as the candidate that could best lead our... READ MORE >
PITTSBURG — Over 300 high school students competed in Kansas HOSA Spring Leadership Conference on Thursday at Pittsburg State University. Included in the group were Pittsburg High School students, who received 26 awards and on Monday they found out that 11 students qualified for the HOSA 42nd Annual International Leadership Conference in June in... READ MORE >
Click here to get a video tour of the Lakeside Elementary Cafeteria/Shelter/Kitchen if the video above doesn't load. READ MORE >
District administrators are aware of colder temperatures overnight and into the morning of January 30th and are continuously monitoring the situation. Parents/guardians are urged to make sure their children are properly dressed for the colder temperatures as they prepare to go to bus stops or be dropped off at school.We urge parents/guardians to minimize the amount... READ MORE >
Pittsburg High School Job Posting FlyerApply Here This manual outlines the process that will be utilized during the search for a new High School Principal at PHS. The manual reflects the practices outlined in the Administrative Hiring Practice Review submitted to the Board of Education on June 12, 2017. Timeline: 1. The advertisement for the High School... READ MORE >
On Monday, November 26th, Pittsburg Community Schools began its strategic planning process with about 75 community members ranging from students, parents, business leaders, non-profits, and teachers. It's been eight years since the last strategic plan. "What we are asking is 'what is the profile of a graduate?'," Rich Proffitt, Pittsburg Community Schools... READ MORE >
Rich Proffitt, Superintendent of Schools, takes you on a video tour of the latest construction progress happening at Pittsburg Community Middle School, Lakeside Elementary, and Pittsburg High School. READ MORE >
Thanks to Watco Companies LLC, Heart of the Heartlands Train Club, and Westar Energy, first graders from across the district enjoyed a train ride and a special visitor along the way. The train went to Carona and back where students received sleigh bells. READ MORE >
Rich Proffitt, Superintendent of Schools, takes you on a video tour of the construction progress happening at Pittsburg Community Middle School, Lakeside Elementary, and Pittsburg High School. READ MORE >
Over the past week, Meadowlark students have been learning about empathy through a simple game of Bingo. The only catch is the entire game is played in Spanish.Mrs. Christine Perez and Mrs. Carrie Lance felt the need to bring this lesson to the student body with the help of students in Pittsburg High School Spanish classes."We want all of our students to be kind... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools is excited to offer MySchoolBucks®! This online payment service provides an easy way to pay for school meals using your credit/debit card or electronic check. MySchoolBucks provides: Convenience - Available 24/7 on the web. Efficiency - Make purchases for all your students, even if they attend different schools within the... READ MORE >
Pittsburg, Kan. (Saturday, October 27, 2018) – At about 7 pm, Friday, October 26, Pittsburg Police and Crawford County Sheriff’s Departments were made aware of a possible threat to Pittsburg High School planned for next week. Law enforcement immediately began an investigation. PHS administrators were made aware of the situation and helped law enforcement in the... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools USD 250 presents the “250 in 2:50” video project. Learn about the many ways our teachers and staff bring a passion for their work, care deeply for students, and contribute to student success. Angela Lewis, Pittsburg Community Middle School English Language Arts teacher, is in her 23rd year with Pittsburg Community Schools. She says one... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools USD 250 presents the “250 in 2:50” video project. Learn about the many ways our teachers and staff bring a passion for their work, care deeply for students, and contribute to student success. John Laflen, PCMS History, Geography, & Social Studies teacher, is in his 10th year with Pittsburg Community Schools. Laflen comes from a... READ MORE >
Elementary SchoolsTuesday, October 16 • 3:30 - 7pm Thursday, October 18 • 3:30 - 7pm Friday, October 19 • 8am - 12pmEscuelas PrimariasMartes, Octubre 16 • 3:30 - 7pm Jueves, Octubre 18 • 3:30 - 7pm Viernes, Octubre 19 • 8am - 12pm Pittsburg Community Middle SchoolTuesday, October 16 • 3:30 - 7pm Wednesday, October 17 • 3:30 - 7pm Friday, October 19 • 8am -... READ MORE >
If you drive by any of the USD 250 district facilities, you should notice progress on the construction projects the community approved through the bond issue. The projects at George Nettels, Westside, and Meadowlark Elementary Schools were completed in June. Each of those projects added classrooms, which additionally serve as storm shelters for those... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools USD 250 presents the “250 in 2:50” video project. Learn about the many ways our teachers and staff bring a passion for their work, care deeply for students, and contribute to student success. Melinda Kitchen, Lakeside Elementary first grade teacher, is in her 13th year with Pittsburg Community Schools.Kitchen works each day to help... READ MORE >
Since it was created in 1994, the Pritchett Trust, named after William and Athlyn Pritchett, has granted 9.3 million dollars to area schools, service organizations, and non-profits. This year, the Foundation awarded more than $480,000 in grant dollars with $78,311 going to Pittsburg Community Schools."Today is my favorite day because it helps us give thanks to what... READ MORE >
Last spring, the USD 250 Board of Education approved additional security in the form of a camera and buzzer entry system for each school in the District. This measure will begin this school year. Students will be able to enter and exit before and after school with ease. After that, anyone entering will need to be buzzed in through the front office. To implement... READ MORE >
It’s good to be in Pittsburg! I am excited to be here in the community serving as your Superintendent of Schools. Since March, when I first accepted the position, I have been working to make a smooth transition. With the help of great central office staff and district administrators, it has been. Any time you start a new job, there is a lot to learn. School... READ MORE >
This week, crews will finish the first three steps to a four-step approach to making Fourth Street, in front of Pittsburg High School, safer for pedestrians and motorists. Beginning Thursday, August 9th, the intersection of Free Kings Highway and Fourth Street will become a four-way stop, speed in front of the high school will be reduced from 40 to 25... READ MORE >
PHS Summer School at PCMS (Grades 9-12)June 4 - June 28 • Monday – Thursday8 am – 12:00 pmBreakfast: 7:30 am – 8:00 amLunch: 11:30 pm – 12:00 pmContact: Keith Matlock Phone: 620-235-3240Email: kmatlock@usd250.org Classroom: 110 PHS Driver's Education at PCMS Tues.May 29 – Fri. June 158 am – 11:00 pm Contact: Kim O’Bray & LeRoy O’BrayEmail:... READ MORE >
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As I depart from Pittsburg, I want to thank the citizens of Pittsburg for allowing me to lead your community's schools over the past decade as the Superintendent of Schools. I have truly enjoyed watching your children grow into young adults and become productive citizens in our community. You should be very proud of the young adults who are graduating from... READ MORE >
Amber Kloster is a Special Education teacher with the Interlocal, serving Pittsburg High School for the past three years. In addition to her role in the classroom, she is also a PCMS Girls Basketball coach and a PHS Track coach. Kloster is a life-long Dragon having grown up in Pittsburg and graduating from Pittsburg High School. She is one of our #DynamicDragons... READ MORE >
When: Saturday, May 19, 2018 • 2 pmLocation: Garfield W. Weede Physical Education BuildingAddress: 1701 S. Homer Pittsburg, KS 66762Graduation from high school is a milestone that is filled with celebration of a chapter in life closing and a new one beginning. To help make this as smooth as possible below is listed some key information to know for this special... READ MORE >
Bob Kimzey is in his seventh year as an eighth-grade science teacher for Pittsburg Community Schools. Kimzey began his career teaching high school sciences in his hometown but came back to Pittsburg, a city he fell in love with while earning his degree. His love for teaching and building character in our students makes him one of our #DynamicDragons. "In about the... READ MORE >
Last week, Character.org and the Kansas Department of Education recognized schools from across the state for programs which offer excellent character development emphasizing social and emotional education. Melinda DeGruson, Lakeside Elementary counselor, was recognized and awarded the Promising Practice Recognition for the BIST Buddies program. BIST Buddies focus... READ MORE >
Due to construction work being done at the current entrance, starting Monday, May 7th, all students and visitors will need to enter Pittsburg High School at the south entrance, which faces the main parking lot.A sign out front also indicates the alternative entrance. This will be used until further notice.We are sorry for any inconvenience but look forward to the... READ MORE >
Teresa Horton has been in education for almost 30 years. The past six have been at Meadowlark Elementary as its art teacher where she will retire at the end of this school year. Horton's love for her students and passion to let them express themselves through art makes her one of our #DynamicDragons."I've been teaching for twenty-seven years. I spent seventeen... READ MORE >
The District has offered a contract to Dr. Brad Hanson to fill the role of Assistant Superintendent beginning the 2018-2019 school year. Hanson’s contract will be voted on for approval at the regularly scheduled May 14th board meeting. Working with Ray & Associates, a school administration hiring consultant firm, the District conducted a national search and... READ MORE >
Stephanie White is a Kindergarten teacher at Westside Elementary and embodies what it means to be one of our #DynamicDragons. Serving twenty-eight years in the District, she welcomes every child with a warm smile and a motherly disposition to help them become successful in their educational journey."I grew up in Chanute, so coming to Pittsburg meant moving to the... READ MORE >
Live Well Crawford County and Blue Cross Blue Shield presented $20,000 in grant funding to Pittsburg Community Schools for water bottle filling stations. That money will be split between Pittsburg Community Middle School, Lakeside Elementary, and Westside Elementary.Funding is through the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas’ Pathways to a Healthy Kansas Grant and... READ MORE >
As the SEK Art Fest begins on Friday (April 20, 2018), Pittsburg State University Art students are partnering with SEK Art Fest, the City of Pittsburg, and Pittsburg Community Schools USD 250 to bring art to all four elementary schools' crosswalks. "The community needs to see artists in the community, making artwork," Jamie Oliver, PSU Art Department Chair said.... READ MORE >
Pittsburg High School has an enrollment of 214 senior class students preparing to graduate on Saturday, May 19th at 2pm. With this size of class enrollment, we are anticipating a large attendance of family and friends. After some discussion, Pittsburg High School is partnering with Pittsburg State University to host graduation at John Lance Arena.This will... READ MORE >
Aaron Cicero has been a life-long Dragon and is in his second-year teacher, with both of those years instructing fifth-graders. His commitment to the District and motivation to be innovative in the classroom makes him one of our #DynamicDragons."I was born and raised right here in Pittsburg. I graduated in 2007 and started here at George Nettels in the after-school... READ MORE >
The Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force has named 78 schools in 28 Kansas public school districts, including Westside Elementary and Pittsburg Community Middle School, as recipients of the 2017 Challenge Awards.The awards recognize Kansas schools that are making a notable difference in student achievement despite facing significant challenges in their... READ MORE >
On Friday, March 9th, 2018, PCMS hosted its groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction. Construction is anticipated to be complete in April 2019. READ MORE >
On Monday, April 9th, PHS hosted its groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate renovations and new construction with dirt work set to begin this month. This is the largest project the school has received since it was built in 1979. Some of the projects began as early as last Spring with the HVAC and LED lighting upgrades. In this project, we will see classroom... READ MORE >
Babs Tims has been teaching the 4th-grade at Lakeside Elementary for the past 39 years. She exemplifies what it means to be one of our #DynamicDragons by building relationships with students that have lasted generations and bringing an excitement to the classroom that makes learning fun and memorable. "I wasn't one who thought I was going to be a teacher. I... READ MORE >
The USD 250 Board of Education recognizes the dedication of our classified and certified staff to the children of our school district. In addition, the Board also recognizes the tremendous support of the community. Each year, the district gathers nominations to recognize these outstanding individuals.Nominations close at 4:30pm on April 27th. Click the link to... READ MORE >
Terri VanBecelaere is in her 17th year with Pittsburg Community Schools. She began with the District in duplicating but transferred to accounts payable five years ago. Her attention to detail and ensuring the District pays the bills helps keep the District running and the lights on. VanBecelaere went to Pittsburg Community Schools as a student and will retire this... READ MORE >
Kelsey Hotchkiss is in her eighth year of teaching with the last two in the District at George Nettels as a third-grade teacher. Her passion for kids through her innovative classroom skills and being excited for her students to learn makes her one of our #DynamicDragons!"When I was a student, I was inspired by my second-grade teacher, I remember telling my mom... READ MORE >
Lisa Blythe has been working for Pittsburg Community Schools for more than 20 years with 17 of them at Westside Elementary as its crossing guard. Blythe's commitment to going above and beyond her duties by creating friendships with the students and families she helps arrive on campus safely makes her one of our #DynamicDragons."I work overnights at Walmart and then... READ MORE >
Jill Kangas has been in education for 21 years with this being her first year at Pittsburg Community Schools teaching special education. Her commitment to ensuring the success of the students she serves makes her one of our #DynamicDragons."My family lived in California and we moved back. We lived in a town of about 300,000 and I didn't feel like I could move my... READ MORE >
Robin Craig has been a certified teacher for 25 years. Two of those have been with our school district as a first grade teacher at Meadowlark. Craig is not a traditional teacher, having received her first degree in business administration. She says when she “grew up,” she finally decided to become a teacher. Her passion for helping her students grow academically... READ MORE >
Matt Vaughn is in his first year as a math teacher at Pittsburg Community Middle School. Prior to coming to PCMS, Vaughn was a paraprofessional for five years at Lakeside Elementary. In addition to being a teacher, he is an assistant coach for the PHS Purple Dragons and the PCMS Track team. His determination to make sure kids succeed on and off the field makes him... READ MORE >
Mary Packard has been teaching for 30 years with 17 of them being at Pittsburg High School. Her devotion to the students she serves and deep love for the Pittsburg Purple Dragons makes her one of our #DynamicDragonsPackard grew up attending Pittsburg Community Schools. Prior to coming to Pittsburg to teach, she worked for a rival school district. She describes her... READ MORE >
Whitney Rogers has been a fourth-grade teacher at George Nettels Elementary for six years. Her constant drive to be innovative in the classroom and help students navigate today's rapidly-changing world makes her one of Pittsburg Community Schools' #DynamicDragons."Teaching is one of those jobs where you can really make a difference. I hope to instill a love of... READ MORE >
Kenny Vandorn has been working for Pittsburg Community Schools for six years in the maintenance department. At about 120 acres, the District isn't an easy property to maintain. Vandorn's dedication to making sure the District is looking great makes him one of our #DynamicDragons."I worked at Superior for 18 years in maintenance before coming to the school district.... READ MORE >
Jamie Howard has been working for Pittsburg Community Schools as a Technology Integration Specialist for six years. His attention to ensuring our students are able to adequately learn in the information age makes him one of our #DynamicDragons.Before coming to Pittsburg Community Schools, he was a classroom teacher at a different district. He says coming to... READ MORE >
Karla Haines has been with the district for seven years. She works as a paraprofessional at Westside Elementary helping students with various behavioral and learning needs. Haines is one of our #DynamicDragons for her work to empower students to achieve excellence."I started out by helping in the Kindergarten classroom. I was able to help a struggling student get... READ MORE >
Pittsburg High School Art teacher Monica Collins has been with Pittsburg Community Schools for 20 years. Collins is one of our #DynamicDragons for her ability to be a there for students, not just as a teacher, but as a problem solver. She says this kind of relationship has gained her the trust of students and has made her career a success."As a teacher, it's more... READ MORE >
Lori Wilks has been in education for more than 25 years. She started as a classroom teacher before becoming a librarian at George Nettels. She possesses a passion for education and the children she teaches."I always knew I was going into education. I find teaching to be really rewarding. Over the last 27 years, there isn't a day I have not wanted to come to work. I... READ MORE >
Sharon Olivas is the administrative assistant at Lakeside and the first face you see as you enter the school. Her contagious smile and upbeat attitude is a shining example of our commitment to customer service and the care we give our students and the families of USD 250. She is truly one of our #DynamicDragons. She has been part of the Dragon family for three... READ MORE >
Broc Bennett has been a paraeducator at Lakeside for three years and a wrestling coach for five but a Pittsburg Purple Dragon for most his life. Bennett uses his experience as a way to promote Dragon pride to children."I went through elementary here at Lakeside and had several teachers who are still here. It's interesting going from being a student to now working... READ MORE >
Diana Guiles is a first-grade teacher at Meadowlark Elementary and has been a teacher in USD 250 for 21 years. She is an example of what our district is about, which is putting kids first; making her one of our #DynamicDragons."When I decided to become a teacher, I was taking classes, working full-time, and had kids. Life was busy. However, I was determined to stay... READ MORE >
"I wanted to become a choir teacher because I’ve always enjoyed singing in choirs and music is one of those things that just connects everyone no matter who you are; there’s at least one song you can connect with and I just thought it was a good way to connect with students and it’s an easier way for me to do that. It affords me the opportunity to connect in a way... READ MORE >
"I started driving for Pittsburg in ’93 after being a para at the middle and high school. I was shy back then. Most people don’t believe that. I had retired and came back. I began to think what am i going to do? My kids are grown and gone, so I came back to driving a bus. These preschool kids are like my own grand kids. If they want a hug I give them one. I... READ MORE >
Come enjoy a week of instruction from the PCMS basketball coaching staff, stressing the fundamentals of shooting, passing, dribbling, defense, and the overall TEAM game of basketball.The campers will learn drills which develop fundamental skills to take home and practice throughout the year.Camp is open to any boy who will be in grades 6-8 in the 2018-2019 school... READ MORE >
Over the past few weeks, construction crews have worked the dirt, routed plumbing and electrical, and poured the concrete footings at George Nettels Elementary, Meadowlark Elementary, and Westside Elementary. This week, crews completed putting in place the walls that will make the classrooms/storm shelters at those buildings and began dirt work at Pittsburg... READ MORE >
During Thursday night’s special meeting of the Pittsburg Community Schools Board of Education, the Board agreed to authorize Ray & Associates to negotiate a contract with Richard Proffitt as the new superintendent of schools for the District. The contract will be voted on for approval at the regularly scheduled March 26th board meeting. Through feedback... READ MORE >
The USD 250 Board of Education invites the public to meet Richard Proffitt, one of two candidates for Superintendent of Schools for Pittsburg Community Schools, Thursday, March 15th from 4-4:30pm at the Staff Development Center (300 E. 13th Street) next to Pittsburg Community Middle School.About Richard ProffittRich Proffitt is the Superintendent of Schools at USD... READ MORE >
The USD 250 Board of Education invites the public to meet Dr. Brad Hanson, one of two candidates for Superintendent of Schools for Pittsburg Community Schools, Wednesday, March 14th from 4-4:30pm at the Staff Development Center (300 E. 13th Street) next to Pittsburg Community Middle School.About Dr. Brad HansonDr. Brad Hanson, a Pittsburg, Kansas native, graduated... READ MORE >
The USD 250 Board of Education is in its final stages of the search for a new superintendent and expects to have someone selected by the end of this week. This Wednesday, March 14th, and Thursday, March 15th, our final two candidates for superintendent will be in town; one on each night.From 4-4:30pm on the 14th and 15th, students, teachers, parents, and the... READ MORE >
For the past 25 years, a small group of people has been working to build relationships within our community between local businesses and high school students. "Over the years, Pittsburg High School has had some sort of technical education like Family and Consumer Science, Automotive, Marketing, and Technology. So you had these primary areas of career and technical... READ MORE >
Pittsburg, Kan. (Tuesday, March 6, 2018) – On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, Pittsburg High School administrators were made aware of a threat. Administrators are working with the Pittsburg Police and the Crawford County Sheriff’s Departments who are conducting an investigation. “We want to reassure our community that the safety and well-being of our students and... READ MORE >
Registration for Pittsburg Dragon Volleyball Camps is now open. The camps are hosted by PHS Head Volleyball Coach Megan Mantooth, Assistant Coaches Bridgett Lancaster, and Amber Qualls; PCMS Coaches Kelsey Boulware, Staci Hunt, Kara Jeck, and Beth Cerne. PHS 9th-12th GradersJune 25th-26th • 8:30-11am, 1-3pm@ Pittsburg High SchoolRegistration Fee: $25 PCMS 7th-8th... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools is excited to share that we will be participating in a group application for a literacy grant. If funded, the programs, processes, and professional development that will be provided to our district will positively impact our students in the areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening, beginning at birth and moving through 12th... READ MORE >
On Monday, February 12th, the District celebrated construction beginning at Westside Elementary with a groundbreaking ceremony. Last spring, the community said yes to our plans for additions at each school. Since that election, we have been working with architects and staff on drawings and plans for these spaces. In the coming weeks, we will be breaking ground at... READ MORE >
On Friday, February 9th, the District celebrated construction beginning at Meadowlark with a groundbreaking ceremony. Last spring, the community said yes to our plans for additions at each school. Since that election, we have been working with architects and staff on drawings and plans for these spaces. In the coming weeks, we will be breaking ground at each... READ MORE >
It's our state motto: Ad Astra per Aspera, meaning through hardships to the stars. That is what the Pittsburg High School Debate & Forensics program has done as it is recognized as a Top 100 program from all programs across the United States by the National Speech & Debate Association earlier this school year.On Thursday, Kansas Representative Monica Murnan... READ MORE >
We've all heard the expression 'a picture is worth a thousand words.' There is something to that when it comes to Pittsburg Community Schools' English Speakers of Other Languages Program or ESOL. Currently, the District's ESOL program teaches students whose home languages are Arabic, Chinese, Marshallese, Spanish, and multiple dialects of the African language.... READ MORE >
Monday, January 29th marked the beginning of new construction in the district with a groundbreaking ceremony at George Nettels Elementary. Last spring, the community said yes to our plans for additions at each school. Since that election, we have been working with architects and staff on drawings and plans for these spaces. In the coming weeks, we will be... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools will mark the first leg of bond construction to its elementary schools with a groundbreaking ceremony at George Nettels Elementary, 2012 S. Homer Street, on Monday, January 29, 2018, at 10:30 am. Construction is the result of the March 2017 Bond Election in which Pittsburg voters approved a $31 million dollar bond for renovations... READ MORE >
UPDATE: Road crews from the Crawford County Highway Department have began dirt work for the construction of the new driveway to Pittsburg High School. This driveway is one step of a multi-step solution to the traffic safety issues near the high school. ---- Traffic safety solution gets the go-ahead Article originally posted January 23, 2018 A... READ MORE >
Pittsburg, Kan. - A couple of students are getting ready to represent Pittsburg in one of the biggest competitions of their lives. This weekend, semester graduate Zack Tallie & senior Coltin Oehme are traveling to Las Vegas to compete in the Masonry Madness Competition at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry Convention. The challenge is a competition between... READ MORE >
In her second grade classroom at Lakeside Elementary, Ms. Ashley Snow is teaching her students about silent letters and how different letters combine to create sounds.Snow was in the middle of doing a lesson in phonics when she received a very exciting call. It was Dr. Randy Watson, the Kansas Commissioner of Education, letting her know she was named a winner of... READ MORE >
An important part of the superintendent search process to find an ideal superintendent is developing a profile of characteristics most desired in candidates. The Pittsburg USD 250 Board of Education invites staff members, students, and community members to complete online surveys to provide input. The Community Survey asks you to identify the 10 most... READ MORE >
Pittsburg, Kan. - In a special work session meeting on Thursday, December 21, Board members reviewed two surveys to get the public's input on the qualities of a new superintendent and the current perceptions of the district. Community and staff members can give their input by going to usd250.org and clicking on the links to the surveys. The Board will... READ MORE >
Pittsburg High School Theatre Department has been selected to perform its fall musical, “Urinetown,” on the main stage on opening night of the 2018 Kansas Thespian Festival on Jan. 4. The show, produced Nov. 17-19 at PHS under the direction of Greg Shaw, was accompanied by a live band comprised of band students under the direction of Cooper Neil. Vocal... READ MORE >
Eating breakfast is proven to help students perform better in the classroom. In fact, children who increase their school breakfast participation as a result of a school breakfast programs offered at no cost to all students show greater improvements in math scores, attendance, and punctuality and a decrease in depression, anxiety, and hyperactivity.The Pittsburg... READ MORE >
Brown retires after almost a decade leading Pittsburg Community SchoolsAt the Monday, November 13, 2017 USD 250 Board of Education meeting,Superintendent Destry Brown announced his retirement set for the end of this school year after nine years of service to the district.During his time as the superintendent, Brown has:• Increased offerings of AP courses and... READ MORE >
In a letter to Julie Laflen, Pittsburg High School Debate & Forensics advisor, J. Scott Wunn, the executive director of the National Speech & Debate Association, recognized the program as being ranked 96th of more than 3,000 programs nationwide. “This is the most prestigious membership award the Association can bestow upon a school,” Wunn wrote. “The... READ MORE >
More Pittsburg High School students are getting a head start on college through programs that offer opportunities to earn college credit while they are still in high school. This fall, 103 PHS students are enrolled in at least one course in PSU Ready, the concurrent education program through Pittsburg State University. That is compared to 81 students in last fall.... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools is committed to preparing students for the world past graduation day. Another way it meets that commitment is by preparing students for careers through its career pathways program and involvement with the Career and Technical Education Center of Southeast Kansas (CTEC). For Pittsburg High School sophomore Will Jameson, educational... READ MORE >
Pittsburg Community Schools USD 250 reminds people to practice safety around school buses and to Stop on RED. A 30-Day traffic study shows Southeast Kansas drivers ignored school bus stop sign laws 503 times, posing a risk to students. That is the third-highest rate of offenses behind South Central and Northeast Kansas districts.A majority of those... READ MORE >
According to Kansas Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), more than 200 kids are in foster care in our area. Upon learning some of the statistics and doing research, students taking Mrs. Kelsey Boulware's English Language Arts class are stepping up to help kids in a foster situation Through a project called Journey Bags, started by a foster care... READ MORE >