USD 447 is blessed with a great library staff! They do great work with our students in helping kids develop a love of reading that will last a lifetime! Thank you for all you do!

USD 447 has some of the most dedicated paraprofessionals who help students in so many ways every day! Thank you for all your efforts!

The Lincoln Central Elementary Chess Team competed in the State Chess tournament at Emporia State University on March 9th and received the third place trophy! Additionally, there were two individual medalists; Tripp Vincen in 18th place and Graig Edwards in 37th The 3rd place team is pictured: Arthur McGrew, Tripp Vincen, Lilyana Meloy, Cheyanne, Whinery, Graig Edwards, Adelaide Jones, Cheroke Whinery, Dexter McGlothin, and Coach Ryan Hizey. Congratulations to all!

This week was Read Across America Week and Lincoln Central staff and students took part in dress activities all week long! It was a great week of activities. Here are some of the great costumes that staff had to "Read Across the Decades."

Information for Sports Physicals for the 2024-25 school year for any 6-12 grade student. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ml_MYgr343vgnt-D-EXkSQNcQ2Q_aMYJ7JV9vfsjHnc/edit?usp=sharing

Interested in becoming a substitute teacher? USD 447 has a spot for you! Please reference the infographic for more information.

Here's a big thank you to all USD 447 school bus drivers who transport kids to and from school and events safely each day throughout the year! Take time to thank a driver when you see them. Happy National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!

USD 447 family, this is a reminder that USD 447 Cherryvale - Thayer Schools will not be in session February 16th and February 19th 2024. We hope that you enjoy the extended weekend! See you back in class on Tuesday 2/20/2024.

USD 447 Family. This is a reminder that there is no school scheduled for this Monday 2/12/2024. Classes resume Tuesday 2/13/2024. See you all Tuesday!

This week is National School Counseling Week 2024. School counselors are vital to helping our students with their mental health needs. Thank you for all that you do for our students and staff in USD 447!

Due to weather and road conditions on county and side roads in our district, there will be no school tomorrow, Tuesday Jan. 23, 2024 for all USD 447 Cherryvale – Thayer schools. Stay safe, everyone.

Due to inclement weather and worsening road conditions during the overnight hours, there will be no school tomorrow, Monday Jan. 22, 2024 for all USD 447 Cherryvale – Thayer schools. Stay safe!

Due to windchill conditions tomorrow morning, Classes in USD 447 Cherryvale - Thayer will be cancelled for Tuesday January 16th. All activities will be cancelled with the exception of the HS basketball tournament at Iola. Please stay warm!

Did you know? Some information regarding special education funding is attached in the infographic below. About 33% of special education costs are funded locally through our general fund and our supplemental general fund (LOB). #DYKKansasKids

Did you know? Some information regarding special education funding is attached in the infographic below. About 33% of special education costs are funded locally through our general fund and our supplemental general fund (LOB). #DYKKansasKids

Here's a great big shoutout to a great business partner and supporter of USD 447 schools - Newton's True Value! Thank you Megan, and staff for the cool goodie bags provided to our staff! From one amazing staff to another...THANK YOU!!!

Congratulations to the undefeated Jr. High Tri-Valley League Champion Cherryvale Chargers! 7-0 season Go Chargers!!! 💙💙💙

October 5th is World Teacher's Day - a day to recognize educators around the globe. The theme this year is - "Education is a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in our world." Thank you to all USD 447 teachers for all the hard work you do for our students in our part of the world!

Today is National Custodian Day, and USD 447 is fortunate to have the best custodians in the business! Thank you for all that you do for our schools on a daily basis for our students and staff!

What a great Family Night at LC. Everyone had a blast. Thank you to Mrs. Wilson for getting it organized and to all of the volunteers for helping out.