El Dorado Public Schools

USD 490 fifth graders visited a mini career fair at Skelly today to learn more about career opportunities in our community. Thank you to all of the local volunteers who came to share their work experience with our students! #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

THANK YOU to Burger Co for providing an amazing lunch for Skelly staff yesterday! We appreciate all of the local businesses that are helping us celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week this week! #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Burger Co food truck serving Skelly staff

Today (May 7) is National School Nurse Day! THANK YOU to all of our school nurses and aides that help our students stay healthy in #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Happy National School Nurse Day May 7, 2025

To wrap up #TakeTheLeadTuesday for the school year, we are featuring Grandview fifth grade. Students took the lead by learning about historical figures and teaching other students about the contributions those leaders made to the world. #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Grandview fifth graders teaching other students about historical figures

Thank you to all of the community volunteers who helped with Reality U at EHS on Friday! Students learned about budgeting all of life's expenses. EHS also hosted Future Makers Mobile Lab that day, where students learned about STEM careers. #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Students holding a fake baby at Reality U

Students learning about health sciences in Future Makers Mobile Lab

Students learning about computer programming in Future Makers Mobile Lab

Students listening to a speaker at Reality U

Today is Teachers Day! Who was your favorite teacher when you were in school? #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Thank you for all you do! Happy Teachers Day May 6, 2025

Our next ESL Family Night is Mon., May 12, at 6:00 PM at the Performing Arts Center. This month's focus will be on summer enrichment opportunities and end-of-year celebrations. We look forward to seeing everyone! #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

ESL Family Night Monday, May 12, 6:00 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center located at 500 W. Central Ave. Theme: summer enrichment and year-end celebration

ESL Noche Familiar Lunes, 12 de mayo 6 PM en el centro de artes escénicas, 500 W. Central Ave. Tema: enriquecimiento de verano y celebración de fin de año

Ready 2 Read needs volunteers to help with their summer program! Sign up online at bit.ly/R2RVolunteer25

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

A colorful volunteer recruitment flyer titled "Call for Volunteers" for the "Ready 2 Read" summer reading program for kids ages 4–9. The program takes place in El Dorado, Kansas from July 7 to 31, Monday through Thursday, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Volunteers can earn $15/hour or receive community service hours. Training is provided. The application deadline is June 1. Interested individuals are encouraged to follow the Facebook page “Ready 2 Read El Dorado, KS” for updates. The flyer includes a QR code to apply online, a red and blue graphic of two people reading a book, and contact information for questions: Kacee at 316-323-3852 (text/call) or email ready2readks@gmail.com. The program is sponsored by Kids Need to Thrive, Inc. (KN2T) at kidsneedtothrive.org, with the application link bit.ly/R2RVolunteer25.

Congrats to EHS Drama on earning a Jester for their lobby display and to Assistant Drama Director Annabelle Wise for earning a Jester for the scenic design for "Momma Mia!" during the Jester Awards ceremony at Century II on May 4, 2025. We have some phenomenal fine arts in #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9)! Please help us say THANK YOU to all of the amazing educators who are helping shape our future workforce and community in #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

"Good teachers know how to bring out the best in students." Teacher Appreciation Week May 5-9, 2025

Thank you to El Dorado Sports Foundation for helping wrap the new activity bus! It traveled to the elementary and middle schools today so students could see it, and will be at BG Stadium until 5:30 tonight for families and community members to come check it out! #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Ready 2 Read is a free summer reading program in El Dorado for kids ages 4-9. Sessions are M/W or T/TH 12:30-1:15 or 1:30-2:15 PM. The goal is to help kids become successful readers. Registration ends May 31. To register, visit kidsneedtothrive.org or bit.ly/R2Rregister25 or email ready2readks@gmail.com. For more info, contact Kacee at 316-323-3852

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Colorful flyer for “Ready 2 Read,” a free summer reading program for kids ages 4 to 9 in El Dorado. The top features the program title “READY 2 READ” with a rainbow-colored design and cartoon faces in the letters. Below, large red text reads “REGISTRATION IS OPEN!” Key points listed include: R2R is a free summer reading program in El Dorado. Kids ages 4–9 attend at a reading site. Sessions are Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays, either 12:30–1:15 PM or 1:30–2:15 PM. Kids do not need to live in El Dorado to participate. The goal is to help kids become successful readers. Registration instructions are provided: Scan a QR code. Visit kidsneedtothrive.org or bit.ly/R2Rregister25. Email: ready2readks@gmail.com Registration ends May 31st. For more information, contact Kacee at 316-323-3852 (call or text) or email ready2readks@gmail.com. Bottom section includes an illustration of a boy and girl reading a giant open book. Facebook link: "Follow us on Facebook: Ready 2 Read El Dorado KS." Sponsored by Kids Need to Thrive, Inc.

Now is the time to complete online enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year! Don't forget to schedule your child's physical for next year's athletics (grades 7-12) or Kindergarten over the summer so they are ready to go in August. #PartOfThePride #EnrollmentFAQFriday

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Enroll NOW. Don't forget to schedule your child's physical for Kindergarten or athletics! #EnrollmentFAQFriday

Today is School Lunch Hero Day. THANK YOU to all of our food service staff who provide nutritious and tasty meals for our students! We are glad to have you as #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Please help us say THANK YOU to all of our school principals for everything they do for our schools and families in #PartOfThePride!

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Nominations for the 2025-2026 District Teacher of the Year are now open! Please consider nominating a great educator for this honor. To learn more or make a nomination, please visit our website: https://www.usd490.org/page/district-teacher-of-the-year #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

Nominate someone for USD 490 Teacher of the Year 2025-2026

Nomina a un maestro para USD 490 maestro del año 2025-2026

Dates have been announced for USD 490 summer athletics! Please visit our website for more information: https://www.usd490.org/page/summer-programs #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

2025 Summer Athletics Schedule for El Dorado Public Schools. Activities run June 2 through June 26, and July 7 through July 17. Strength and conditioning continues through July 31. The schedule is divided into four student groups: High School Boys, High School Girls, Middle School, and Grades 3 through 5. Sport and weight training sessions are scheduled not to overlap. High School Boys: • Strength and Conditioning: Monday and Wednesday, 6:15 to 7:30 AM; Tuesday and Thursday, 6:15 to 7:30 AM and 7:15 to 8:15 AM in the weight room. • Football: Monday, 7:30 to 8:30 AM; Tuesday and Thursday, 7:30 to 8:15 AM at EHS Field. • Basketball: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 9:45 AM; Wednesday, 7:30 to 8:30 AM in the main gym. Also Tuesday and Thursday, 6:15 to 8:15 PM from June 9 to July 17. • Wrestling: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 to 9:30 AM in the wrestling room. • Soccer: Tuesday and Thursday, 6 to 7 AM at EMS Field. High School Girls: • Strength and Conditioning: Monday and Wednesday, 7:30 to 8:45 AM; Tuesday and Thursday, 7:15 to 8:15 AM and 8:15 to 9:30 AM in the weight room. • Volleyball: Monday, 8:45 to 9:45 AM; Tuesday and Thursday, 7:15 to 8:15 AM in the main gym. • Basketball: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:45 to 11 AM in the main gym; Wednesday, 8:30 to 9:30 AM. • Wrestling: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the wrestling room. • Soccer: Tuesday and Thursday, 6 to 7 AM at EMS Field. Middle School Students: • Strength and Conditioning: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 to 10:45 AM in the weight room. • Football: Tuesday and Thursday, 8:45 to 9:30 AM at EHS Field. • Volleyball: Tuesday, 8:45 to 9:30 AM at the Rec Center. • Basketball: Tuesday and Thursday, 11 AM to 12 PM in the main gym. • Wrestling: Tuesday and Thursday, 8 to 8:45 AM in the wrestling room. • Soccer: Tuesday and Thursday, 6 to 7 AM at EMS Field. Grades 3 to 5: • Strength and Conditioning: Monday and Wednesday, 8:45 to 9:30 AM in the weight room. • Field Session: Monday, 9:30 to 10:15 AM at EHS Field. • Gym Session: Wednesday, 9:30 to 10:15 AM in the main gym. Grades 3 to 5 should attend all three sessions each week. Additional Soccer Dates for High School and Middle School: July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, and 31, from 7 to 8 PM at EMS Field. Key Dates: • May 20: Last day of the 2024–2025 school year. • May 21 to June 1 and June 30 to July 6: No athletics, except Boys Basketball Camp from May 27 to 29. • August 13: First day of the 2025–2026 school year. • August 18: First day of fall sports practices. All sessions are free for USD 490 students. The goal is 100 percent attendance, and prizes will be awarded.

Calendario de Atletismo de Verano 2025 para las Escuelas Públicas de El Dorado. Las actividades se realizarán del 2 al 26 de junio y del 7 al 17 de julio. Las clases de fuerza y acondicionamiento físico continúan hasta el 31 de julio. El horario se divide en cuatro grupos de estudiantes: estudiantes de preparatoria, estudiantes de preparatoria, estudiantes de secundaria y de 3.º a 5.º grado. Las sesiones de deporte y entrenamiento con pesas están programadas para que no se superpongan. Preparatoria: • Fuerza y acondicionamiento físico: lunes y miércoles, de 6:15 a 7:30 a. m.; martes y jueves, de 6:15 a 7:30 a. m. y de 7:15 a 8:15 a. m. en el gimnasio. • Fútbol americano: lunes, de 7:30 a 8:30 a. m.; martes y jueves, de 7:30 a 8:15 a. m. en el campo de EHS. • Baloncesto: martes y jueves, de 8:30 a 9:45 a. m.; miércoles, de 7:30 a 8:30 a. m. en el gimnasio principal. También martes y jueves, de 18:15 a 20:15, del 9 de junio al 17 de julio. • Lucha libre: martes y jueves, de 8:30 a 9:30, en la sala de lucha libre. • Fútbol: martes y jueves, de 6:00 a 7:00, en el campo EMS. Femeninas de preparatoria: • Fuerza y acondicionamiento: lunes y miércoles, de 7:30 a 8:45; martes y jueves, de 7:15 a 8:15 y de 8:15 a 9:30, en el gimnasio. • Voleibol: lunes, de 8:45 a 9:45; martes y jueves, de 7:15 a 8:15, en el gimnasio principal. • Baloncesto: martes y jueves, de 9:45 a 11:00, en el gimnasio principal; miércoles, de 8:30 a 9:30. Lucha libre: martes y jueves, de 9:30 a 10:30 h, en la sala de lucha. Fútbol: martes y jueves, de 6:00 a 7:00 h, en el campo EMS. Estudiantes de secundaria: • Fuerza y acondicionamiento: Martes y jueves, de 9:30 a 10:45 a. m. en el gimnasio. • Fútbol americano: Martes y jueves, de 8:45 a 9:30 a. m. en el campo de EHS. • Voleibol: Martes, de 8:45 a 9:30 a. m. en el Centro Recreativo. • Baloncesto: Martes y jueves, de 11:00 a. m. a 12:00 p. m. en el gimnasio principal. • Lucha libre: Martes y jueves, de 8:00 a 8:45 a. m. en el salón de lucha libre. • Fútbol americano: Martes y jueves, de 6:00 a 7:00 a. m. en el campo de EMS. De 3.º a 5.º grado: • Fuerza y acondicionamiento: Lunes y miércoles, de 8:45 a 9:30 a. m. en el gimnasio. • Sesión de campo: Lunes, de 9:30 a 10:15 a. m. en el campo de EHS. Sesión de gimnasia: Miércoles, de 9:30 a 10:15 h en el gimnasio principal. Los alumnos de 3.º a 5.º grado deben asistir a las tres sesiones semanales. Fechas adicionales de fútbol para preparatoria y secundaria: 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 y 31 de julio, de 19:00 a 20:00 h en el campo EMS. Fechas clave: • 20 de mayo: Último día del ciclo escolar 2024-2025. • Del 21 de mayo al 1.º de junio y del 30 de junio al 6 de julio: No hay actividades deportivas, excepto el campamento de baloncesto masculino del 27 al 29 de mayo. • 13 de agosto: Primer día del ciclo escolar 2025-2026. • 18 de agosto: Primer día de prácticas deportivas de otoño. Todas las sesiones son gratuitas para los estudiantes de USD 490. El objetivo es el 100 % de asistencia y se entregarán premios.

https://www.usd490.org/page/summer-programs

Skelly fifth grade had a great time at STARBASE this week! The STARBASE program is a Department of Defense (DoD) youth outreach program that focuses on engaging students in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on, experiential learning. #PartOfThePride

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools

El Dorado High School seniors celebrated their post-graduation plans during Decision Day today. We are so proud of all of our soon-to-be graduates in #PartOfThePride! https://youtu.be/QvinnNilwZA

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Student signing a Decision Day poster at EHS

This is the last week to schedule a digital thank you card to celebrate the amazing staff members in #PartOfThePride and let them know what a difference they have made for you, a student, or a family in our community. https://www.usd490.org/page/staff-appreciation-emails

6 months ago, El Dorado Public Schools