Just a reminder as we finish out the summer! See you all soon!
If you are interested in applying for daycare slots at either Nickerson or South Hutchinson Elementary School, please read this Parent Welcome Letter for more information.
Reno County Educational Cooperative is hiring now for paraprofessionals.
🏈⚽🏐 ATTENTION USD 309 ATHLETES! 🏃♀️🏀🎾
Don't wait until the last minute to get your sports physical! ✅
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Reno Valley Middle School (during USD 309 In-Person Enrollment)
💙 Live Free Family Chiropractic will be on-site providing Sports Physicals for just $25!
Payment Accepted:
💵 Cash
✔️ Check
📱 Venmo
📋 Important: If your student will be attending enrollment without a parent or legal guardian, please make sure all required physical forms are completed and signed ahead of time. This will help keep the process quick and easy!
✅ Check one more thing off your back-to-school checklist and get your athlete ready for the season!
Don't wait until the last minute to get your sports physical! ✅
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕚 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Reno Valley Middle School (during USD 309 In-Person Enrollment)
💙 Live Free Family Chiropractic will be on-site providing Sports Physicals for just $25!
Payment Accepted:
💵 Cash
✔️ Check
📱 Venmo
📋 Important: If your student will be attending enrollment without a parent or legal guardian, please make sure all required physical forms are completed and signed ahead of time. This will help keep the process quick and easy!
✅ Check one more thing off your back-to-school checklist and get your athlete ready for the season!
2026-2027 Vacation Planner
USD 309 Daycares will be changing hands next month. We look forward to passing the torch to Kids Collective for everything daycare related! Locations and current attendees will remain unchanged . Nickerson Elementary Daycare will reopen Monday, August 10 under Kids Collective care. South Hutchinson Elementary daycares remain open throughout the transition.
📣 Now Hiring for Fall 📣
Kids Collective is growing, and we’re looking for caring, dependable team members to join us as we expand into new childcare locations this Fall!
We’re hiring for positions in:
📍 Buhler
📍 South Hutchinson
📍 Nickerson
📍 Pretty Prairie
Open positions include:
🌟 Lead Teacher
🌟 Assistant Teachers
🌟 Floaters
🌟 Subs
🌟 Food Service Aide (requires a valid driver’s license)
When applying, please indicate which location you are interested in working for.
➡️Apply here: https://kids-collective-inc.prismhr-hire.com/.../join-our...
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
Together, we thrive. 💙
📣 Now Hiring for Fall 📣
Kids Collective is growing, and we’re looking for caring, dependable team members to join us as we expand into new childcare locations this Fall!
We’re hiring for positions in:
📍 Buhler
📍 South Hutchinson
📍 Nickerson
📍 Pretty Prairie
Open positions include:
🌟 Lead Teacher
🌟 Assistant Teachers
🌟 Floaters
🌟 Subs
🌟 Food Service Aide (requires a valid driver’s license)
When applying, please indicate which location you are interested in working for.
➡️Apply here: https://kids-collective-inc.prismhr-hire.com/.../join-our...
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
Together, we thrive. 💙
🐾☀️A few reminders for Fun Day!☀️🐾 May 20
3rd - 6th 8:45 - 11:15, K - 2nd 12:30 - 2:30
☀️Swimsuits are allowed, but only underneath clothing! Make sure students have a dry outfit to change into and a bag for wet clothing! (You might send sunscreen too!)
☀️If you are volunteering or just visiting, you must check into the office first from the front of the building!
☀️Please pay attention to the lunch schedule, as it is slightly different than normal!
10:50 - Kindergarten
11:00 - 1st grade
11:10 - 2nd grade
11:20 - Staff Helpers and Volunteers
11:40 - 3rd grade
11:50 - 4th grade
12:00 - 5th grade
12:10 - 6th grade
**The lunch count is finalized. You are welcome to come sit with students, but we cannot add any late lunches.**
☀️If your student is leaving before dismissal, they must be signed out in the office.
☀️Please remember the stations and activities are for SHE K-6 students only. Visitors are welcome to follow classes around, watch, and enjoy that way.
Thank you for helping us make this day fun and successful for all!
Nickerson- South Hutchinson School District is now accepting out-of-district enrollment applications.
USD 309 is proud to see our students and schools continuing to excel! From state assessment scores above the Kansas average to award-winning schools and rising ACT performance, our district is committed to helping every student succeed. 🌟
With recognized excellence in academics, evidence-based instruction, and college & career readiness, there’s never been a better time to be part of USD 309! Click the link below if you're interested in learning more. Applications will be accepted through June 30.
https://aptg.co/d2r9_X
USD 309 is proud to see our students and schools continuing to excel! From state assessment scores above the Kansas average to award-winning schools and rising ACT performance, our district is committed to helping every student succeed. 🌟
With recognized excellence in academics, evidence-based instruction, and college & career readiness, there’s never been a better time to be part of USD 309! Click the link below if you're interested in learning more. Applications will be accepted through June 30.
https://aptg.co/d2r9_X
USD 309 is hiring for our daycares!
🐾 Panther Family Reminder 🐾
This is a reminder that school doors do not open and student supervision does not begin until 7:40 a.m. Please do not leave children unattended before that time.
We have noticed some students arriving early and waiting outside without adult supervision. For student safety, we ask that all students arrive at 7:40 or later.
Thank you for helping us keep all students safe each morning!
This is a reminder that school doors do not open and student supervision does not begin until 7:40 a.m. Please do not leave children unattended before that time.
We have noticed some students arriving early and waiting outside without adult supervision. For student safety, we ask that all students arrive at 7:40 or later.
Thank you for helping us keep all students safe each morning!
USD 309 is still accepting applications for the 2026-2027 three- and four-year old preschool program! Click the link below to apply.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6EP_MZ-DXMGO1it827PWHOM84nKJ6UGdXkCFqIDxKCyITJQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101273689609660691681
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6EP_MZ-DXMGO1it827PWHOM84nKJ6UGdXkCFqIDxKCyITJQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101273689609660691681
WE ARE HIRING!!!
Free Books. Big Trucks. Family Fun! May 2, 2026
Tonight is Family Night! Please come and join us this evening from 5:30 - 7! There are plenty of activities for all ages to enjoy, a chance to enter a gift card drawing, food and we will have the photo booth set up in the cafeteria for you to take your own snapshots. Hope to see you there!
WE ARE HIRING!!!
📣Hear Ye, Hear Ye! 📣
The 6th Graders of South Hutchinson Elementary School are pleased to present to you The Princess and the Pea musical.
Showing this Thursday at Nickerson High School at 7:00 PM.
See you there!
The 6th Graders of South Hutchinson Elementary School are pleased to present to you The Princess and the Pea musical.
Showing this Thursday at Nickerson High School at 7:00 PM.
See you there!
USD 309 Nickerson-South Hutchinson will be closed tomorrow, January 26, 2026. Evening activities are also canceled.
The USD 309 Board of Education has an opening!
🦷 GRACEMED DENTAL DAYS ARE COMING THIS MONTH! 🦷
Kansas State Statute 72-6251 requires all students enrolled in Kansas schools to receive a free dental screening each year. In compliance with this requirement, GraceMed will be providing dental screenings for our district.
🪥 Why it matters:
Oral health is an important part of a child’s overall health and plays a critical role in their ability to learn and succeed in school. (Please note that this screening does not replace a regular dental exam with your dentist.)
📄 Consent Information:
• Paper consent forms will be sent home with all students in PreK–8th grade
• High school students wishing to receive extended services must complete the online consent form (link below)
• Passive consent is implied unless the school nurse is contacted
• If you wish to opt out, please complete the back side of the paper form or contact D’ana Heinlein, USD 309 District Nurse
📝 What to expect:
• A copy of the screening results will be sent home with your child
• Screenings require no sign-up
• Families may choose to sign up for expanded care (cleanings, fluoride varnish, sealants) using the online form
• A report will be sent home for any expanded services received
📅 GraceMed Dental Day Schedule:
• South Hutch Elementary – Monday, January 26, 2026
• Nickerson Elementary (Nickerson High students will be transported to NES) – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
• Reno Valley Middle School – Wednesday, January 28, 2026
🔗 GraceMed Online Consent Form
(Spanish and printable forms available by scrolling):
https://www.gracemed.org/oral-health-outreach#english
Thank you for helping us support the health and success of our students! 💙
Kansas State Statute 72-6251 requires all students enrolled in Kansas schools to receive a free dental screening each year. In compliance with this requirement, GraceMed will be providing dental screenings for our district.
🪥 Why it matters:
Oral health is an important part of a child’s overall health and plays a critical role in their ability to learn and succeed in school. (Please note that this screening does not replace a regular dental exam with your dentist.)
📄 Consent Information:
• Paper consent forms will be sent home with all students in PreK–8th grade
• High school students wishing to receive extended services must complete the online consent form (link below)
• Passive consent is implied unless the school nurse is contacted
• If you wish to opt out, please complete the back side of the paper form or contact D’ana Heinlein, USD 309 District Nurse
📝 What to expect:
• A copy of the screening results will be sent home with your child
• Screenings require no sign-up
• Families may choose to sign up for expanded care (cleanings, fluoride varnish, sealants) using the online form
• A report will be sent home for any expanded services received
📅 GraceMed Dental Day Schedule:
• South Hutch Elementary – Monday, January 26, 2026
• Nickerson Elementary (Nickerson High students will be transported to NES) – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
• Reno Valley Middle School – Wednesday, January 28, 2026
🔗 GraceMed Online Consent Form
(Spanish and printable forms available by scrolling):
https://www.gracemed.org/oral-health-outreach#english
Thank you for helping us support the health and success of our students! 💙
USD 309 IS HIRING!
