📣Come out to cheer on JV football as they take on Clearwater tonight at 5:00 at BG! 🏈

📣 It's game day, Wildcats!!📣
Soccer plays at 5:00 in Winfield...wish them luck as they take on the Vikings! #PartofthePride
Graphic by: Jase Peffly
Photo by: Bella Wight

Band and digital media students made a trip to the state fair today to compete in their respective marching and photography competitions and, of course, enjoy the fairgrounds!
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Senior Tributes are available now!
These are optional tributes included in the yearbook and are an opportunity for you to showcase your senior throughout their life and share a special message with them. Please visit bit.ly/4p3LSFx to order.
These are due no later than 3:05 pm on Friday, November 21st, and payment (cash or check) must be received by Miss Hill by that time as well. After that, ads will only be accepted if we have space and will be subject to an additional fee of 50% of the ad cost.
Please email akhill@usd490.org with any questions!
These are optional tributes included in the yearbook and are an opportunity for you to showcase your senior throughout their life and share a special message with them. Please visit bit.ly/4p3LSFx to order.
These are due no later than 3:05 pm on Friday, November 21st, and payment (cash or check) must be received by Miss Hill by that time as well. After that, ads will only be accepted if we have space and will be subject to an additional fee of 50% of the ad cost.
Please email akhill@usd490.org with any questions!

Please fill out the following Google Form if you have a group that wants to participate in this year's Homecoming Parade October 3rd. The form is due by September 25th.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqVO9aaOYvSvi-MWICG46D5erg2yYWsSwjwhaa9hjGIIdoTQ/viewform?usp=header
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqVO9aaOYvSvi-MWICG46D5erg2yYWsSwjwhaa9hjGIIdoTQ/viewform?usp=header

EHS Encore Tailgate Time!!

Need a shed?

NHS Yard Lines are back!!

Looking for an easy dinner option for tomorrow night? The EHS soccer team has partnered with Freddy's for a give back night on Aug. 26, 2025, from 4-8 PM. Just say, "I'm here for the fundraiser" at check out and 15% of the sales will go to the soccer team. If ordering online or through the mobile app, use promo code GIVEBACK. #PartOfThePride

The moment you’ve all been waiting for… DRUMROLL PLEASE!!! 🥁
EHS Drama is proud to present our Fall Musical:
Set in the roaring year of 1927, GOOD NEWS is a high-energy, feel-good show bursting with fun, laughter, and classic songs you’ll be humming for days—like “Button Up Your Overcoat,” “You’re the Cream in My Coffee,” “The Best Things in Life Are Free,” “Lucky in Love,” and “The Varsity Drag!”
EHS Drama is proud to present our Fall Musical:
Set in the roaring year of 1927, GOOD NEWS is a high-energy, feel-good show bursting with fun, laughter, and classic songs you’ll be humming for days—like “Button Up Your Overcoat,” “You’re the Cream in My Coffee,” “The Best Things in Life Are Free,” “Lucky in Love,” and “The Varsity Drag!”

Senior paint your parking spot was a success!! A tradition we hope continues for years to come.

EHS/Extend Open House and elementary Meet the Teacher Nights are TONIGHT (8/11) at 5 PM! Come meet our staff, tour the building, and make sure you are ready for the first day of school in #PartOfThePride.

A huge thank you to everyone who pitched in to make Physical Night a success!

Don't forget about Physical Night at EHS TONIGHT (8/6/25) at 6 PM! $10 physicals for students who plan to participate in sports or activities this school year. THANK YOU to Dr. Zimmer, Dr. Deaver, and Dr. Hursh for helping get these done! #PartOfThePride


At the conclusion of band camp, EHS band students performed part of their marching show on Friday for family and friends. Students marched their first number and played all three pieces. Afterwards there was a brief informational meeting and hotdogs were provided by the band boosters. Thank you everyone for attending! We are looking forward to a great year! #PartofthePride

We are still looking for a few coaches to help develop our Wildcat athletes! Visit our website to view all of our openings and APPLY NOW to become #PartOfThePride!
https://www.usd490.org/page/employment
https://www.usd490.org/page/employment

2026 yearbooks are on sale now! Yearbooks are $65 until November 23rd, but buy yours before August 14th to receive a $5 credit to our photo website. Visit yearbookforever.com to get yours today!
(Photo credit codes will be emailed on Monday, August 18th to the address used to purchase the book.)
(Photo credit codes will be emailed on Monday, August 18th to the address used to purchase the book.)

EHS Encore is selling peaches and honey! They are delicious! If you're interested in purchasing a box of peaches or honey, please reach out to KBT ksbankstodd@usd490.org . Proceeds raised go to the students in Encore. Thank you and enjoy the rest of your summer!!
Extend applications for fall 2025 have been re-opened until July 25, 2025, due to schedule changes that caused additional openings.
The application will close Friday, July 25, 2025, and interviews will be scheduled for the week of July 28.
Please contact Virtual/Extend Administrator Karla King (kjking@usd490.org) if you have any questions.
Here is the link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezlAYqXwAQNqHj3JzUmiGMJrIzdLgeGY6IRMln5qLoGpYQVg/viewform?usp=header
#PartOfThePride
The application will close Friday, July 25, 2025, and interviews will be scheduled for the week of July 28.
Please contact Virtual/Extend Administrator Karla King (kjking@usd490.org) if you have any questions.
Here is the link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezlAYqXwAQNqHj3JzUmiGMJrIzdLgeGY6IRMln5qLoGpYQVg/viewform?usp=header
#PartOfThePride

🏃State Track & Field update. Alex M (110 & 300 hurdles) and Duke J (200m) end their season on Day 1. We're proud of the success both athletes have had this year! Day 2 will have Bronson L throwing the Shot at 3:00. Good luck Bronson! #PartOfThePride
