There will be no school Friday, February 17 for all students. Classes resume Monday, February 20.
Charles Stones Intermediate Center is this week's Superintendent's School of the Week. Here are some things to know about Principal Amy Ricks and Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) April Miller:
How long have you been the principal at your current school?
Ms. Ricks: “This is my 4th year as principal plus I was TOSA here the year before I started as principal.”
Ms. Miller: “This is my second year at CSIC.”
What are your hobbies or how do you spend your days off?
Ms. R: “Painting and reading.”
Ms. M: “I like to read and do woodworking crafts.”
Is there a quote or saying that you live your life by?
Ms. R: “Don't let the devil steal your joy.”
Ms. M: “Problems are just puzzles waiting to be solved.”
How do you show your school spirit?
Ms. R: “So many ways – merchandise, spirit days, I sing my staff and students' praises to anyone who will listen.”
Ms. M: “I make it a habit to smile and say hello to as many people as I can in the hallways all day long.”
What accomplishments fill you with pride so far this year?
Ms. R: “The amount of success students are seeing as we focus on our wildly important goals.”
Ms. M: “We have a great staff and group of students that are willing to try new things to make progress in many areas.”
We are excited to announce that Charles Stones Intermediate Center has been selected as this week's Superintendent's School of the Week! Look for more posts about the exciting things happening at Charles Stones.
Each week Dr. Dominguez will select a school to feature and we'll share information about staff, upcoming events at the school, recognition they've received, and more.
There will be no school Friday, January 27 for all students. Classes resume Monday, January 30.
Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com
Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com
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Check out what’s on the menu this week!
*Menu subject to change.
To view the full menu visit: gckschools.nutrislice.com
Weather can be a major concern for parents, staff, and students this time of year. Please review the USD 457 Winter Weather Procedures below.
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🧠GCHS Scholar's Bowl competes at home today
🤼 GCHS Wrestling teams compete at Ulysses today
Middle School sports today:
🏀 KHMS Girls Basketball at home
🏀 HGMS Girls Basketball at Great Bend
If you missed last night's Board of Education meeting, you can read the recap here: http://www.gckschools.com/.../board_of_education_meeting....
Minutes from the meeting will be available after they've been approved at the next meeting.
You can watch the recorded meeting at youtu.be/IMKfBFFYoUY.