The middle school received some freshening up during their facility maintenance over the summer. Check out the front office, weight room and gym's new look! #PartOfThePride
3 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Before and after photos of the El Dorado Middle School gym, weight room, and front office. The new look features the new mascot and logos on black backgrounds.
We want YOU to become #PartOfThePride! We are still looking for some motivated individuals to grow with us this school year. Check out our website (www.usd490.org/page/employment) to view and apply for one of our openings. We are also always accepting applications for substitute teachers, sub food service, sub bus driver, or sub nursing positions!
3 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Promotional graphic for El Dorado Public Schools (USD 490) employment opportunities. Large headline reads, "NOW HIRING." Current openings include: Nurse Aide at El Dorado Middle School (EMS); Substitute Nurse Aide; Elementary Teacher with ESL Endorsement at Skelly Elementary; ESL Aide; Building Aide at Grandview Elementary; and Title I Aide at Blackmore Elementary. Text encourages viewers to visit the district employment website to view additional openings and apply: https://www.usd490.org/page/employment. Contact information at the bottom reads: 124 W. Central Ave., El Dorado, KS, 316-322-4800. Decorative elements include an apple resting on books and the El Dorado Public Schools logo.
Promotional hiring graphic for El Dorado Public Schools paraprofessional positions for the 2026–2027 school year. The main sign reads, "Paraprofessionals – We're Hiring!" Benefits listed include flexible schedules, holidays off, paid universal leave, and salary based on experience. A red banner in the upper-right corner says, "Apply Now," and includes the website www.bcsbc.org and a QR code for online applications. At the bottom, the graphic asks questions to be directed to ecarlson@bcsbc.org. The El Dorado Public Schools logo appears near the top of the sign, with logos representing the district's elementary schools displayed along the bottom. Decorative graphic elements include a hanging sign, red dot pattern, and stars.
Happy Independence Day! Stay safe!
3 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Happy Independence Day
Become #PartOfThePride and join our Wildcat family! We have openings for an ESL Aide, Building Aides, Title I Aides, and a Library Aide. Apply now at https://www.usd490.org/page/employment
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Now hiring ESL Aide, Library Aide at EMS, Building Aides at Grandview and EMS, and Title I Aides at Blackmore and Skelly. Apply online at https://www.usd490.org/page/employment
Sign-ups for Junior Wildcat Football (PreK- 6) end June 30!

Registration: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/ElDoradoJrWildcatFootballClub?orglink=camps-registration#/selectSessions/3803944

Contact jrwildcatsfootball1@gmail.com for more info.
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Jr. Wildcat Football flyer. Registration ends June 30. Link: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/ElDoradoJrWildcatFootballClub?orglink=camps-registration#/selectSessions/3803944
Today is the last day of credit acquisition and credit recovery classes! Enjoy your summer break!
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Today is the last day for summer school 2026
Happy Father's Day!
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Happy Father's Day
The El Dorado Community Coalition is hosting a Kids Speak Out: Voices of Recovery and Healing event on 7/18 at 3 PM at the Civic Center. RSVP to 316-323-4489. Community cookout to follow.
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Flyer with information about the Kids Speak Out event on July 18 at 3 p.m. at the Civic Center
Today is the last day of Explore 490! Thank. you for joining us for some learning fun in #PartOfThePride!
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Todya is the last day for Explore 490 2026
We want YOU to join our pride! Visit our website to check out all of the current openings in #PartOfThePride: https://www.usd490.org/page/employment
4 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Now hirign an ELA Teacher at EMS and Elementary Teacher at Skelly
Don't forget to come grab free breakfast and lunch at El Dorado High School Mondays - Thursdays this summer! This is open to any child ages 1-18.

Where:
El Dorado High School Cafeteria
401 McCollum Rd.
El Dorado, KS 67042

When:
Monday - Thursday
June 1 - 25 and July 6 - 30
Extra meals will be provided on Thursdays to cover Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There will also be extra meals provided on June 25 to cover the following week when the meal site will be closed.

Meal times:
Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Lunch: 10:50 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Meals will be served in a grab-and-go style. All kids receiving meals must be present.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
English version of flyer
Spanish Version of flyer
Just a reminder - Summer programs begin Monday (June 1)!
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Summer programs begin Monday
Today is Memorial Day in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Memorial Day Thank you for your sacrifice
USD 490 will have a Special Board of Education meeting for the purpose of personnel on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 7:30 a.m. at the District Office (124 W. Central Ave.).
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Have a wonderful summer!
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Have a great summer!
Ready 2 Read

Summer reading fun for kids ages 4–9
Register now
Free summer reading fun
July 6–30

• Ready 2 Read is a free summer reading program in El Dorado
• Kids ages 4–9 come to a reading site at Oil Hill or Skelly
• Pre-K program available for children ages 4 & 5 who have not completed Kindergarten
• M & W or T & Th, 12:30–1:15 or 1:30–2:15
• Kids do not need to live in El Dorado to participate
• The goal is to help kids become successful readers!

How to register:

• Visit: bit.ly/r2rregister2026
• Contact Kacee Alonso:
○ 316-323-3852 (call/text)
○ ready2readks@gmail.com
• Follow us on Facebook: Ready 2 Read El Dorado Ks
• Registration closes May 31, 2026

Sponsored by Kids Need 2 Thrive, Inc.
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Ready 2 Read flyer with program information
Congratulations to all of our EHS and Virtual graduates in the Class of 2026! We are so proud of you!
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Congratulations Class of 2026! We are so proud of you!
Homeschool students who live in USD 490 and plan to join a 490 team next school year can participate in USD 490 summer athletics!

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Athletic Directors.

Middle School: Nathan Sherwood (nasherwood@usd490.org) 316-322-4820
High School: Lance Barkley (ltbarkley@usd490.org) 316-322-4810

Online Interest Form: https://tinyurl.com/USD490HomeSchoolAthletics
USD 490 summer programs: https://www.usd490.org/page/summer-programs
KSHSAA rules: https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/SB113.pdf
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
Informational graphic about homeschool students being eligible for USD 490 summer athletics if they plan to join a 490 team next year
Congratulations to our El Dorado Virtual School graduates! Three juniors have finished up early and will be receiving their diplomas with the Class of 2026! We love seeing our students succeed in #PartOfThePride!
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools
El Dorado Virtual School Graduates graphic congratulating the graduates: Bayley Basgall, Hannah Gomez, Jensen Hosler, Kurtis Lewis, Alec Russell, Xander Smith, Sahara Stine, Kathryn Streeter, Lacey Bates, Kaylinn Leiba, Savanna Stine
Just a reminder, the EHS graduation ceremony begins at 3:00 PM! Here is a link to the livestream for those who cannot be there in person: https://www.youtube.com/@eldoradohigh1340

Congratulations to all of our graduates in #PartOfThePride!
5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools