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Bourbon County, Schools

West Bourbon Elementary is Looking for Future Eagles!

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West Bourbon Elementary School, Uniontown.

 

The enrollment process is open for the 2021-2022 West Bourbon Elementary School, Uniontown, 4-year-old preschool program.

To be eligible for this program, your child must be 4 years old on or before August 31, 2021. Please contact WBE at 620-756-4335 for an application or for further information.

 

A screening clinic for kindergarten students will be scheduled during District enrollment in August. To be eligible for kindergarten, your child must be 5 years old on or before August 31. Further details will be released closer to enrollment time.

Schools, Sports

UHS BASKETBALL SUB-STATE RESULTS

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Adelay Martin. Submitted photo.

The Uniontown basketball season came to an end on Friday and Saturday for the girls’ and boys’ teams. We are incredibly proud of how hard every player has worked this season, and look forward to the 2021-22 season next winter.

The boys’ Varsity team played Southeast on Thursday for the second Sub-State round. They won 44-20. Clay Sutterby led that game with 16 points and 10 rebounds. Jake Harvey had 12 points and 3 steals; Dawson Dreisbach had 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists. Drew Perry also had 3 assists.

The Lady Eagles’ season ended on Friday in their game against Humboldt. The score was 41-50. Karleigh Schoenberger had 15 points and 3 steals. Danielle Howard scored 13 points and had 4 assists and 3 steals. Sammie Hampton had 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Rylee Coulter and Addisyn Hall had 3 rebounds, and Coulter had 2 steals.

“It was a tough loss to end a successful season,” Coach Miller said. “After losing our second game of the season in overtime to Erie, we went on a fourteen-game win streak. Our efforts earned us 1st place in the Kenny Hold Memorial Tournament, a shared Three Rivers League title, and the #1 seat in our Sub-State Tournament. We set out to reach some goals this year and we were able to mark a few off the list. We will keep trying, keep improving, and never give up. If we don’t ever reach all of our goals, we will always have the memories of the wonderful people God has introduced to us along the way. Thank you Rhian Gorman, Aiden Holt, Karleigh Schoenberger, and Sammie Hampton for your four years of commitment to our team. We are all better people for having known you four amazing young women.”

The boys’ season ended after losing to Erie on Saturday, 38-42. Luke Perry led with 11 points this game. Jake Harvey, Cade Goodridge, and Clay Sutterby each scored 7 points. Harvey also had 5 boards and 3 steals, while Goodridge had 5 rebounds and Sutterby had 6. Drew Perry had 3 assists.

“I’m extremely proud of our team,” said Coach Hays. “We had the goal since the season began to make the Sub-State championship game. We accomplished that goal. We were really close to making the state tournament. We competed our tails off against Erie, but just came up a little short. I’m thankful for our seniors. They are great kids that will be missed dearly.”

-Adelay Martin, UHS Sports Media Reporter

Entertainment, Fort Scott, Schools

FS Thespians Will Entertain Young and Old On March 6

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Freshman Cadence Tuck portrays a step-sister in “Cinderella” from “Snow White Gets Her Say.” Submitted photo.

Due to the frigid temperatures in late February, the Fort  Scott High School Thespians will host their Third Annual Royal-Tea Party and Revue on March 6 at the high school auditorium.

“We began offering the Royal-Tea Party as a way for the community and especially children to interact with the princesses and princes they grew up loving from fairy tales,” Angela Bin, director, said. ” It offers an immersive theatre experience where the audience can actually talk with the characters and take pictures. Many audience members also dress in period attire and become part of the fairy tale realm.”

Performances begin at 5 and 7:30 p.m. with an immersive theatre experience to follow where audience members can interact with nearly 20 other characters and take home a goodie bag.

Tickets are $6 for children and $8 for adults.

Tickets must be purchased online in advance at fortscotthighschooltheatre.ludus.com.

Tickets may be available at the door but are not guaranteed.

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, masks and social distancing are required.

All children must stay with and be accompanied by an adult as they enjoy the festivities and attendees are encouraged to join us in dressing as royalty.

Doors will open 15 minutes early.

Sophomore Izzy Carreno portrays King Arthur in a monologue from “Camelot.” Submitted photos.

Some of childhood’s favorite princesses and princes, queens, and kings will sing, dance, and perform for the audience.

Children may have their photos with their favorite characters and take home special crafts and treats as momentos.

 

The Revue includes performances by junior Jenna Stockstill; sophomores Israel Carreno, Jordyn McGhee, and Karen Primeaux; and freshmen Rex Wells, Silvia Moreno, and Cadence Tuck.

 

The musical is directed by FS Theatre Director Angie Bin, FS Music Director Mary Jo Harper, assistant music director Taylor Qualls, and choreographer Delynn Abati.

 

For more information, please see the Fort Scott High School Thespians Facebook page or contact Bin at [email protected] or 620-719-9622.

The cast performs “Knights of the Round Table” from “Spamalot.” Submitted photo.
Fort Scott, Schools

Fort Scott High School FCCLA Officers Medal at Districts

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picture: From left: Carley Horton and Emma Scott. Submitted photo.
 

FCCLA (Family Career and Community Leaders of America) officers Emma Scott and Carley Horton competed in the annual District H STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Event competitions on February 24th. Students from across southeast Kansas came together virtually to be recognized for their hard work and accomplishments this school year. 


Emma Scott competed in the Career Investigation Event and received Gold! Her project covered an extensive research project that encouraged her to explore a career in education.  Scott says, “I learned a lot researching elementary education.  I have found that I am also interested in Family and Consumer Science education. I can see myself pursuing either career.”

Carley Horton competed in the Nutrition and Wellness Event and received Silver! She researched healthy lifestyle choices and created a nutrition and wellness plan based on her personal needs.  “I learned communication skills,” Horton says.

About FCCLA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a dynamic and effective national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA has more than 182,000 members and 5,253 chapters from 48 state associations, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

 
About STAR Events
STAR Events are competitive events in which members are recognized for their proficiency and achievement in chapter and individual projects, leadership skills, and career preparation. STAR Events allow students to compete individually or as a team. There are more than 30 STAR Events students can choose to compete in, all which recognize participants who demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities to actively identify an issue concerning families, careers, or communities, research the topic, and develop and implement a project to advocate for positive change.


Bourbon County, Schools, Sports

UHS BASKETBALL ROUND 1 SUBSTATE RESULTS 3/1 and 3/2

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Adelay Martin. Submitted photo.

Uniontown hosted the first round of our 2-A Sub-State games on Monday and Tuesday this week. Both teams were victorious and will move on to the next round, hosted at Humboldt on Thursday and Friday.

The Lady Eagles once again defeated the Southeast Lancers with a score of 58-29. Karleigh Schoenberger scored 23 points and had 2 assists and 2 steals. Danielle Howard had 16 points, 4 assists, and 7 steals. Sammie Hampton had 5 rebounds and Gwenyth Fry had 3.

“The girls played hard and took care of business tonight. We will face Humboldt in the second round on Friday. We’ve got what it takes, but it will take all we’ve got,” said Coach Miller.

Point guard Danielle Howard said, “It was a good win for our last home game. We’re looking forward to another game against Humboldt.”

The boys played Jayhawk and won 50-44. Jake Harvey had 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals. Luke Perry scored 10 points and had 4 assists. Clay Sutterby also scored 10 points and had 12 rebounds. Dawson Dreisbach had 5 rebounds.

“We’ve reached the point in the season where it’s win or go home,” Coach Hays said. “The boys played really well in spurts tonight against Jayhawk Linn. We turned the ball over too much and didn’t rebound very well, however. Those are both things we will need to get fixed heading into our matchup with Southeast on Thursday.”

Fort Scott, Government, Schools

USD 234 Press Release

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NEWS RELEASE

 

Monday, March 1, 2021

 

Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at the Fort Scott Middle School Commons on Monday, March 1, 2021, for their regular monthly meeting.

President David Stewart opened the meeting.  The board approved the official agenda.  The board also approved the consent agenda as follows:

 

A.    Minutes

B.    Bills and Claims

C.    Payroll – February 19, 2021 – $1,478,744.66

D.    Financial Report

E.     Activity Fund accounts

 

Robin Webb, Winfield Scott first grade teacher, led students in a Ready! Set! Read!

presentation.

Reports were given by the following:

 

·       Brenda Hill, KNEA President

·       Dalaina Smith, Academic Director

·       Ted Hessong, Superintendent

·       Gina Shelton, Business Manager/Board Clerk

 

Board members approved the following:

 

·       Addition of high school courses for the 2021-22 school year

·       Addition of a high school physical education teacher for the 2021-22 school year

·       Addition of a middle school teacher/course for the 2021-22 school year

·       Resolution 20-09 – Intent to nonrenew the contract of an administrator with two or more years employment as administrator in the district

·       Purchase of two buses

 

Board members shared comments and then went into executive session to discuss personnel matters for nonelected personnel and returned to open meeting.

The board approved the following employment matters:

 

A.    Resignation of Amanda Johnson, Winfield Scott music teacher, effective at the end of the 2020-21 school year

B.    Resignation of Dane Cummings, high school vocational agriculture teacher, effective at the end of the 2020-21 school year

C.    Resignation of Brad Cowen, Winfield Scott custodian, effective March 9, 2021

D.    Resignation of Sara Schnichels, preschool paraprofessional, effective March 5, 2021

E.     Transfer of Angie Kemmerer, high school/Eugene Ware gifted teacher, to middle school seventh grade social science teacher for the 2021-22 school year

F.     Transfer of Kayla Pulliam, Eugene Ware fifth grade teacher, to Eugene Ware fourth grade teacher for the 2021-22 school year

G.    Transfer of Elizabeth Rose, middle school paraprofessional, to preschool paraprofessional for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year

H.    Transfer of Susan Weddle, Eugene Ware teacher aide, to Winfield Scott teacher aide for the 2021-22 school year

I.      Leave of absence for Jeff Armstrong, high school math teacher, for the 2021-22 school year

J.      Leave of absence for Dixie Jackson, high school paraprofessional

K.    Leave of absence for Joie Moore, high school ticket clerk

L.     Adjustment in the work agreement for Angela Mix, Winfield Scott paraprofessional, from 4 hours per day to 7.5 hours per day for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year

M.   Employment of Sydney Cullison as a high school agriculture teacher for the 2021-22 school year

N.    Employment of Jessica Steury as a middle school 8th grade math teacher for the 2021-22 school year

O.    Employment of Laura Howard as a middle school 7th/8th  grade English/Language Arts teacher for the 2021-22 school year

P.     Employment of Tara Wilbert as a middle school 7th grade English/Language Arts teacher for the 2021-22 school year

Q.    Employment of Stephanie Flanner as an elementary behavior specialist for the 2021-22 school year

R.    Employment of Emily Giffin as a Winfield Scott special education teacher for the 2021-22 school year

S.     Employment of Sydney Griffetts as a Eugene Ware third grade teacher for the 2021-22 school year

T.     Employment of Annyssa Davenport as a high school paraprofessional for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year

U.    Employment of Dillon Duffy as a four-hour middle school paraprofessional for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year

V.    Employment of Sabrina Cady as a regular route van driver for the remainder of the 2020-21 school year

W.  Employment of Kennedy Meyer and Dane Cummings as high school assistant softball coaches for the 2020-21 school year

 

The board adjourned.

Fort Scott, Schools

Fort Scott took first place in sweepstakes! GO TIGERS!

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Submitted by Angella Curran 

Fort Scott High School
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Friday night Feb 26, FSHS Talking Tigers competed in the Cherryvale tournament.
In Varsity house:
Kinsley Davis 5th
Shekhar Gugnani 4th
Neil Gugnani 3rd
In JV house:
Ali Mclain 2nd
Lillian Collins 1st
In Novice house one:
Cadence Tuck 2nd
In Novice house 2:
Anna Hall 4th
Throughout this week they also competed in the Iola invitational and the Spring Hill invitational.
At Spring Hill Jade Russell placed 6th in Informative 10 and Sydney Weber placed 6th in Poetry.
At the Iola tournament:
Alana McClain 4th in poetry, 1st* in DI
Shekhar Gugnani 1st* in Impromptu, 1st* in Info, 3rd* in Extemp
Neil Gugnani placed 2nd* in extemp, 2nd* in info
Regen Wells placed 3rd in HI
Anna Hall placed 5th in DI
Gavin Warfield placed 5th in Info
Thade Yates placed 5th in Extemp
* indicates state qualifiers
Bourbon County, Schools

Adult Basic Education Offered at FSCC

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Fort Scott Community College offers adult education classes to assist students in GED preparation, basic math and reading skills, employment skills, and college preparation and transition. Individuals who have completed the adult education classes will have the opportunity to earn a GED, Basic Computer Skills certificate, and the Kansas Work Ready certificate.

Adult education classes are open to students ages 16 and older. Students who are under 18 must have a Parental Waiver for Compulsory Attendance to attend class; the form can be obtained from the last school district the student attended.

Attendance is mandatory on all days of orientation. Class times are Monday through Thursday from 9 am – 12 pm, 1 – 4 pm, and 4 – 7 pm. The adult education center is located in the Student Success Center in Bailey Hall.

Based on the results of your assessment during orientation, staff members will develop an individualized plan to help you achieve your goals. In order to be eligible to take the GED examination, you must have completed all of the adult education class requirements, passed all required exams, and have a valid government-issued photo identification card.

The cost for the class is $30 and includes the ACCUPLACER college entrance exam, Northstar Digital Literacy Certification, WorkKeys Employment Skills Test, TABE assessment, and one GED Ready Practice Test. GED testing fees are not included in the class fee.  The GED test fees are $33 per subject (Math, Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science, Social Studies) which can be taken and paid for separately; due when you register for the test.

Upon successful completion of the examination, the student will be issued a diploma by the Kansas State Department of Education.

“I am currently trying to build back my face-to-face classroom but I also offer online classes,” said Aubrey Duft, instructor.  “These classes could be for students lacking a diploma OR for anyone needing to review their basic reading and/or math skills.  I have had students take my class to prepare better for college entrance, to qualify for a program such as KansasWorks, or to even just learn how to use a computer and brush up on technology skills.  Students CAN enroll in the ABE class if they lack basic skills, even if they have a high school diploma or GED.

If you know someone that is interested, please send them my way.”

Contact info:

[email protected]

(620)223-2700 Ext. 4400 or Ext. 4270

Bourbon County, Schools, Sports

UHS BASKETBALL RESULTS vs. CHERRYVALE 2/22/2021

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Adelay Martin. Submitted photo.

The Uniontown Eagles played some tough games on Monday against Cherryvale. The Chargers defeated both Varsity teams. The boys also played a game in Oswego last Friday, which they won.

The Lady Eagles were defeated by Cherryvale 39-45. Karleigh Schoenberger scored 22 points and had 12 rebounds and 3 assists. Gwen Fry had 5 rebounds, and Rylee Coulter had 4. Laney Covey, Camryn Davis, and Addisyn Hall each had 3 rebounds. Hall and Sammie Hampton also each had 2 steals. The JV team lost 31-36, Hall and Davis scoring 10 and 9 points, respectively. The two also led in rebounds, 6 and 4. Brooklyn Dreisbach and Davis each had 4 steals.

Coach Miller says, “The Varsity and Junior Varsity girls suffered a couple of tough losses tonight. The girls battled hard, but unfortunately fell short. We will put this game behind us and focus on taking on Girard for our final regular-season game.”

The boys lost to Cherryvale 51-68. Jake Harvey scored 22 points and had 6 rebounds and 4 steals. Luke Perry scored 10 points. Drew Perry had 3 assists, Dawson Dreisbach had 6 boards, and Clay Sutterby had 10 rebounds and 3 blocks.

“It was a tough night for our basketball team,” Coach Hays admits. “Cherryvale came out on fire from deep. I liked how we continued to fight and play hard all four quarters. It will be nice to get back to practice tomorrow and work on getting better. Things don’t get easier with Girard coming to town Thursday.”

Their Varsity team beat Oswego 44-25 on Friday. Jake Harvey scored 21 points and had 5 rebounds and 3 steals. Dawson Dreisbach scored 11 points, and had 5 rebounds and 3 steals as well. Luke Perry also had 5 rebounds, while Drew Perry had 3 assists. Clay Sutterby had 10 rebounds and 3 blocks.

“Our game against Oswego was a last second schedule change, as both Pleasanton and St. Paul were both unable to play us. I’m glad we were able to squeeze this game in and give our boys another chance to compete. Oswego is a team on the rise and played extremely hard. We were fortunate to pull away in the second half,” Coach Hays says.

-Adelay Martin, UHS Sports Media Reporter

Fort Scott, Schools

FSHS Thespians Host 3rd Annual Royal-Tea Party and Revue

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The Fort Scott High School Thespians host their 3rd Annual Royal Tea Party and a special Royal Revue on March 6 at the FSHS Auditorium. The show was postponed to this date due to weather conditions.

Join your favorite princesses and princes, queens and kings as they sing, dance, and perform for you. Take photos with your favorite characters and take home special crafts and treats as momentos.

 

The Revue includes performances by junior Jenna Stockstill; sophomores Israel Carreno, Jordyn McGhee, and Karen Primeaux; and freshmen Rex Wells, Silvia Moreno, and Cadence Tuck.

Performances begin at 5 and 7:30 p.m. with an immersive theatre experience to follow where audience members can interact with nearly 20 other characters and take home a goodie bag.

Tickets are $6 for children and $8 for adults. Tickets must be purchased online in advance at fortscotthighschooltheatre.ludus.com. Tickets may be available at the door, but are not guaranteed. Masks and social distancing are required. All children must stay with and be accompanied by an adult as they enjoy the festivities and attendees are encouraged to join us in dressing as royalty. Doors will open 15 minutes early.

 

The musical is directed by Theatre Director Angie Bin, Music Director Mary Jo Harper, Assistant Music Director Taylor Qualls, and Choreographer Delynn Abati.

 

For more information, please see the Fort Scott High School Thespians Facebook page or contact Bin at [email protected] or 620-719-9622.

 

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Angie Bin, 620-719-9622, [email protected]

Fort Scott, Schools

USD234 School Bus Involved In An Accident on Feb. 22

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Submitted photos by Clayton Whitson at the scene.

 

On Monday afternoon, Feb. 22, a USD 234 School Bus was attempting to cross  12th Street at the HWY. 69 bypass with a  destination of the Fort Scott Middle School, according to a USD 234 Facebook post by Superintendent Ted Hessong.

 

A semi-trailer hit the front of the bus, he said

 

“Everyone on the bus is fine physically,”Hessong said on the Facebook post.  “The bus driver was obviously shaken up, and the students, around 20 of them appeared fine.”

 

“A few USD 234 staff were on the scene to help with the students and I want to thank them for helping to manage the students and parents, they did an excellent job,” he said.  “We were able to send most of the students with their parents once the highway patrol released the students from the scene. We did need to transport a few students on a substitute bus.”

 

“We are thankful no one was seriously injured and I appreciate everyone who helped to manage the situation for the safety of our students and driver.”

 

Fort Scott Police Chief Travis Shelton said the Kansas Highway Patrol worked the accident.

 

 

Bourbon County, Schools

UHS Military Veterans Sought

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The Uniontown High School National Honor Society (NHS) wants to continue honoring the military veterans who have attended the school.

The NHS is currently updating the military recognition display in the junior and senior high school commons area.

 

“The display has been in the commons area of the school for several years, and several visitors have made lots of positive comments on the display and a few schools have adopted one in their schools,” Jeanne Camac, UHS Counselor  and NHS sponsor, said.  “I was told that it originated to honor the Iraq Desert Storm Vets but has expanded to all graduates that have served in the military.”

 

” We have reached out to the community members via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter several months ago,” Camac said.  ” What we were asking was, if anyone knew of a Uniontown graduate that was in the military, to please let the high school know.”

“We had a great response,” she said.  “But, since then, through word of mouth, we are finding that we have left out several other veterans. Since we do not want to leave anyone out, we are sending out another plea to see if any Uniontown graduates have served in the military, and what branch they served, along with the years they were enlisted.”

 

The current list of UHS veterans has 87.

 

“We were blessed to have our National Guard recruiter, Sgt Jacob Forsythe, donate 11 flags this year to help with our project,” she said.  “We are thankful to our school and club who have generously donated the ink, paper, and certificate holders so far. We would also like to thank Mark Hartman for hanging the new certificates and flags.”

” If we have another huge response, we will need to purchase more holders,” she said. “We are currently in need of 30 more flags to display our 87 veterans.

 

“If you know of anyone that graduated from Uniontown High School and served in the military, or would like to donate to this great display, please contact Jeanne Camac, NHS sponsor, at 620-756-4301.”