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February 16 & 17: Parent/Teacher Conferences

February 20: President's Day

 

Bully Awareness

Parents Can Help Prevent Bullying - You don't want your child to be bullied ... or be a bully.

These tips can help:

• Build your child's self-respect. Teach him that he is strong and worthwhile. His rights and opinion counts.
• Identify supportive people. Tell your child where to get help, such as from parents, teachers, or other trusted adults.
• Role-play tough situations. Practice using different ways to deal with bullies -- discussion, jokes, ignoring, and leaving.
• Encourage friendships. Give your child opportunities to socialize with like-minded kids. Joining a club or team may help.
• Stay involved. Know what's happening at school and with friends.

 

How to prevent bullying behavior:

• Set an example. Be caring and nonaggressive. When angry, act calm.
• Pay attention. Notice how your child behaves. Address problems immediately.
• Provide outlets. Channel high energy into sports and other activities.
• Monitor influences. Don't let your child see violence on TV or elsewhere.
• Discipline well. Enforce sensible limits without fail.
• Encourage values. Say "Treat others as you want to be treated."
• Seek advice. If you're worried that your child might bully, talk with a professional.

 

To read this article and other great parenting advice go to SchoolFamily.com.

 

 

Register for Haysville Boys and Girls After-School Program

Any students in grades 6-8 for the 2011-12 school year is eligible to attend our after-school program. The program includes tutoring, snacks, and recreational activities. All this for only $30 for the entire year. Hurry...space is limited to the first 120 participants. The program starts August 29 and meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2:45 PM - 5:30 PM. Bussing is available from HWMS to HMS.

Send your application to:

Tiffany Jones

Boys & Girls Club

900 W. Grand

Haysville, KS 67060

 

For more information call Tiffany Jones at 680-5196.

Program Flyer with all the details

Membership Application Packet

Returning Members Form

 

What is Cyberbullying?

Are you being harassed, humiliated, embarrassed, threatened, or tormented through digital technology? Be aware that cyberbullying is happening and there are resources to help. Learn more about cyberbullying.

 

Do you want to play sports?

Haysville USD 261 offers athletics for students 7th grade and above. Students must meet academic eligibility requirements and pass a yearly medical physical documented on the Kansas State High School Athletics Association (KSHSAA) Physical Form in order to participate.

Download a physical form here

Download a KSHSAA Concussion & Head Injury

 

USD 261 Help A Friend Line

Have a friend or classmate that is making bad choices in life or abusing drugs or alcohol? Please call or text the Haysville School District Help A Friend Line at 316-207-0650 with the student's name, school , and brief description of the problem. We want your friend or classmate's name, but we don't want your name. The Help a Friend Line is a great way to help another student to get on the right path. Your message will be forwarded to the counselors at the appropriate school.

 

The Help A Friend Line is available during business hours (8 AM to 4:30 PM) Monday through Friday when the District Schools are in session. In Emergency situations, please call 911.

 

After hours resources are listed below:

Comcare Crisis/Suicide Prevention Hotline: 660-7500 www.sedgwickcounty.org

Hope Line Network: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) www.yellowribbon.org

National Suicide Prevention Life Line: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)

United Way Information Line: Dial 211 (toll free statewide) www.211kansas.org

 

Help Us Improve Our Schools

We are always looking for ways to be more efficient, to improve services, and to help our employees and students be successful. Please fill out our SOS form and tell us your ideas or send us an email at SOS@usd261.com. Leave your name or remain anonymous. Go to form

 

What was that Math Term?

Visit this dynamic website http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com. An animated, interactive dictionary for students which explains over 600 common mathematical terms in simple language.

 

Stressed Out About Homework?

 

Homework Kansas

Homework Kansas is an after school tutoring service that connects Kansas students one-on-one with live tutors. It is targeted at students in Kindergarten through 12th grades, college introductory students, adult GED students, and other adult learners.

 

Students can connect to tutors from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, seven days a week. Homework Kansas is also available in Spanish, Sunday through Thursday, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Read more.....

 

 

 

 

Moving Up To Middle School?

The step from elementary to middle school can be a big one, but these tips will help ease the transition for both parents and children. Read more....

 

Notice of Nondiscrimination

The School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or military status, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning Haysville Public School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent for Personnel, Dr. Michael Clagg, 1745 W. Grand, Haysville, KS 67060, 316-554-2200.