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The Superintendents and Boards of Education of Macksville Schools USD 351 and St. John - Hudson USD 350 are in the beginning stages of discussions about joint collaboration efforts. In these current times of staffing shortages and diverse student populations the need to rely upon one another for resources is more relevant than ever. It is our hope as shared county schools and neighboring communities that we can provide support to one another in the areas of course offerings and staffing needs.

Dr. Suzann Bouray
USD 351 Macksville Superintendent /
Grade School Principal
Office: 620-348-3415

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July 2023

To: Parents/Guardians and Students of Macksville USD 351

From: Dr. Suzann Bouray, Superintendent/Elementary Principal

I am excited to Welcome you to the 2023-2024 School Year at Macksville Elementary School!

Enrollment is scheduled: Thursday August 3,2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Important Information

• 3-year and 4-year-old preschool students need an enrollment form completed and a copy of their birth certificate
• Age requirements according to Kansas Statutes 72-1107: Kindergarten students must be at least five (5) years of age on or before August 31, 2023. First grade students must be at least six (6) years of age on or before August 31, 2023.
• First Time Kansas students: According to Kansas State Law these students must provide an Immunization Card
• New Enrolled District students: Must have a physical examination on file with the district.

Classes for the 2023-2024 school year begin on Thursday, August 17th. The day begins at 8:15 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. School buses will run routes starting on August 17. Your route bus driver will notify you of pick-up times the week of August 14. School doors open at 7:50 a.m. and breakfast is served from 7:50 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.

Wednesday, September 20th, is the day the state determines our annual funding and it is based off of our days attendance. If at all possible, please try to avoid scheduling any appointments or activities that would interfere with your child's attendance for that day.

Our breakfast and lunch program pricing information can be found on the application. Please see Debbie Bright in the Central Office to enroll in your student's meal account. During enrollment payments for meal accounts will be made payable to USD 351. You also will have other payments due during enrollment only cash or checks are accepted at this time. We encourage you to complete a Free and Reduced Lunch Application if you are unsure if you qualify, as there is no penalty if you do not meet the requirements.

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Dr. Suzann Bouray

During the February 13, 2023 Board of Education meeting members voted unanimously to offer a contract to Dr. Bouray. She brings an extensive educational background as an elementary, middle, high school teacher, adjunct professor, K-12 administrator, and mentor to educators.

Dr. Bouray accepted the position and will begin as superintendent on July 1.

Dr. Bouray currently serves as the Transitional Learning Center principal for USD 273. She has written and been awarded multiple grants during her educational career. Over her career she has served as an advocate for At-Risk students, increased learning opportunities, and brought innovative approaches to self-efficacy and student advocacy.

Dr. Bouray earned her Bachelor of Science in Labor Management from Kansas State University in 2001, Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Kansas Wesleyan University in 2008, Master of Business Management from Kansas Wesleyan University in 2009, Master of Science in Education Administration-Building Principal in 2013, and a Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in Education Administration (Superintendent) in 2015. Dr. Bouray earned her Doctor of Education-Educational Leadership from Liberty University in 2021.

Bringing with her to Macksville husband Darwin,will be a teacher at Macksville, son Mason, will be in the seventh grade and son Marek, will be in the fifth grade.

Dr. Bouray will replace Mr. Greg Rinehart who is retiring at the end of his contract on June 30.

November 18, 2020

Beginning Thursday, November 19th, all elementary grades will move to remote learning. Teachers will be sending all necessary materials home, along with a schedule with students at the end of today. If you need breakfast or lunch you will need to call the office and make the request and you will have to come to the school and pick them up. All meals, including Thanksgiving Dinner, are for students only. Please call the office any time before 8:30 am Thursday at 348-2835 or 348-3415 for meal requests. Pick-up time will be from 11-11:30 in front of the elementary building.

The secondary building, grades 7-12, will continue to meet face to face Thursday and Friday.

School will not be in session for all grades beginning Monday 23rd through November 27th for Thanksgiving Break.

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Greg Rinehart
USD 351 Superintendent

Modified Quarantine

Effective Monday, all Macksville elementary classes will be in a modified quarantine until contact tracing has been completed by the county health nurse.

What does this mean?

All students will attend school as regularly scheduled. Students will wear masks, social distance when possible and will stay in their classrooms for all specials & lunch.

Macksville School District will follow the county health nurse recommendations, so we can keep our students IN school.

November 13, 2020

Dear Parents/Guardians,

With the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the county and across the state, we ask that you adhere to the following guidelines when attending any winter activities at USD 351. These guidelines will help to ensure that our students are able to remain in session face-to-face and that we are able to continue with these activities. Additionally, all home games will be live streamed via the NFHS network. Links to the games will be provided on Facebook the day of the game.

• Masks are required for all indoor activities.
• Social distance and sit with family units as much as possible.
• Children 5 ^th grade and under must sit with their parents.
• Concessions will be grab-and-go style concessions with no tables available for seating in the concessions area (tables will be available in the multi-purpose room.)
• There will be no gathering on the floor or in the foyer before or after games.
• If you are not feeling well or have any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home.

These guidelines are subject to change as the winter progresses based on new cases, gating criteria, and other factors that may affect our students. Thank you all you do to support our students and staff.

Proud To Be A Mustang

Greg Rinehart

USD 351 Superintendent

Parent/Teacher Conferences are on Monday, October, 26th from 1:00 - 6:00pm.

This year we are offering two types of conferences to better accommodate our families.

Elementary Students

Face to Face (regular):

• If your decision is to meet face to face with your student's teacher, please know that as part of our Re-Opening Plan, all students, parents, and staff will be temperature checked, wear a mask, and maintain a minimum of 6 feet for social distancing. 
• If you would like a Face to Face conference, please call 620-348-2835 and schedule a 10 minute conference appointment.

Phone (new):

• If your decision is to have a phone conference with your student's teacher, please call 620-348-2835 and schedule a 10 minute phone appointment.

Junior High & High School Students

Face to Face (regular):

• If your decision is to meet face to face with your student's teacher, please know that as part of our Re-Opening Plan, all students, parents, and staff will be temperature checked, wear a mask, and maintain a minimum of 6 feet for social distancing. 
• If you would like a Face to Face conference, please come to the High School on Monday and visit each teacher in their classroom for a 10 minute conference appointment.

Phone (new):

• If your decision is to have a phone conference with your student's teacher, please call 620-348-2475 and schedule a 10 minute phone appointment.

We do appreciate your support and patience as we navigate these difficult times. Our goal is to keep everyone safe and keep the school open.

Effective immediately, all students are eligible for free breakfast and lunches. If your child is ever quarantined and need meals call the school, 620-348-3415.

The County has modified the quarantine effective immediately.
School will be back in session Thursday, September 10th, 2020
Only those students that have been contacted by the high school office will remain in quarantine.