El Dorado Public Schools

The 2026-2027 school year new and current non-resident applications are available online and should be completed and turned in as soon as possible. https://www.usd490.org/o/usd-490/page/enrollment-info

#PartOfThePride

5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

New and returning non resident applications now available!

Special Education funding goes towards providing vocational learning programs to high school students to help with transition from school to work. #PartOfThePride #PublicFundsForPublicSchools #KSLegislators

5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Graphic featuring text about SPED funding supporting school to work transitions and a photo of students serving food

"If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward." ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Quote by Martin Luther King, Jr. about continuing to move forward.

English as a Second Language (ESL) funds support ESL Aides in schools. These aides are instrumental in supporting students in the classroom with academic, language, and social skill development. #PartOfThePride #PublicFundsForPublicSchools #KSLegislators

5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Graphic featuring three students seated at a table with text talking about the importance of ESL funds for supporting English language learners

At Risk funds allow for programs like JAG-K or Extend that promote career skills, create opportunities for students to graduate early, attend college classes, earn work experience, or have a full-time job while finishing high school. #PartOfThePride #PublicFundsForPublicSchools #KSLegislators

5 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Focus public funds on public schools information about at risk funds that are used to offer career skill opportunities for students with a photo of students working in a relaxed setting around round tables.

January is School Board Recognition Month. THANK YOU to the individuals who step up to serve on our school board! We are grateful to have compassionate and forward-thinking leaders as #PartOfThePride.

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Blackboard with "School Board Recognition Month January 2026 Thank you for your service to our students! #PartOfThePride" with colored chalk pieces laying beside it

Happy New Year! We are looking forward to another semester of growth and learning as we Tackle the Challenge in #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

"Happy New Year" with 2026 in glitter numbers and fireworks in the background

We hope you have a safe and warm Winter Break and can't wait to see everyone back at school on January 6! #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Please help us say THANK YOU to Sharon Waugh for her 8 years of service on the USD 490 Board of Education! She attended her last meeting as a board member last night and her term officially ends Dec. 31, 2025. We are grateful to have dedicated board members in #PartOfThePride!

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

BOE VP Roger Smith, Sharon Waugh, BOE President Bill Rinkenbaugh

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Breakfast with Santa at Blackmore this morning! #PartOfThePride

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Dec. 5 is International Volunteer Day. Our schools and community are better because of all of our volunteers! THANK YOU for being #PartOfThePride!

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful you are #PartOfThePride!

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Happy Thanksgiving graphic with leaves and a turkey

Check out the EHS wrestling room updates! We are excited to see the continued growth in the girls wrestling program in #PartOfThePride!

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

before and after photos of the EHS wrestling room update

Four EHS seniors, Kelci Stewart, Alawna Herrman, Erick Lopez and Taidgen Mora-Bruce at Wichita State University’s Distinguished Scholarship Invitational today. There are over 400 high school students there. Let’s wish them luck that they make it to the semifinals. #PartOfThePride

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

EL-DO-RA-DO! We want you as #PartOfThePride! Our wildcat teams are still looking for a few fearless leaders to help coach this school year. Check out all of our openings and apply today! https://www.usd490.org/page/employment

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Now Hiring Coaches: Head and Assistant baseball, assistant bowling, assistant softball, assistant track and middle school assistant soccer Apply online.

This week (Nov. 17-21) is American Education and KAY Citizenship Week. We are grateful to be part of our country's public education system and for getting to serve our community in #PartOfThePride.

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

November 13 is World Kindness Day. Think of how much better our world would be if we all showed just a little more kindness to one another.

7 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Happy World Kindness Day November 13, 2025 with hands forming a heart aroudn the words

Thank you to all of those who have served or are currently serving our country! Happy Veterans Day!

8 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

THANK YOU to everyone who took the time to complete the Community Survey! We appreciate your feedback as we work to continuously improve communication between the schools and our community. #PartOfThePride

8 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Fall 2025 El Dorado Schools survey results on communication, info sources, website use, and volunteering.

Your vote counts! Local elections are important for determining the direction you want your community to head. Make your voice heard by voting!

8 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

black square with gradiated "vote" three times in gray to white with a red stroke around the letters