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  • Bring your bike to the Back to School Bash on July 31

    Bring your bike to the Back to School Bash at the Performing Arts Center, 500 West Central, on July 31 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Aaron from CC Bike Company will be on hand to check your tires, check your chain, and make sure that your bike is ready to go. Be sure to enter the drawing to win a bike! Information will also be available on safe routes to school for walking and riding and the Grandview Bike Bus.  Remember “It’s Cool to Ride your Bike to School.” This free event is open to anyone, not just USD 490 families, and provides school supplies, hygiene products, haircut vouchers, clothing, shoes and information on a variety of community resources. For more information, please reach out to event organizers Staci Rickard (sarickard@usd490.org) or Emma Schrag-Culbertson (ejculbertson@usd490.org).

    Thursday, Jul 10 2025

  • Grades 3-8 football camp dates and times

    Grades 3-6 and 7-8 Football Camp at El Dorado High School Cost: $35 payable by cash or check on the first day of camp Grades 3-6 July 14:   9:30-10:30 a.m. (after 8:45-9:30 a.m. weights) July 15:   8:00-9:30 a.m. July 16:   9:30-10:30 a.m. (after 8:45-9:30 a.m. weights) Grades 7-8 July 14-16:  10:30-Noon each day. (will leave weights 15 minutes early) Fill out this Google Form to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeh5R361lA0pdq2sn0ZDdR0Vk1HJxVsCXXY6QyvraOqrrCUvQ/viewform Please contact coach Danny Adelhardt ( deadelhardt@usd490.org ) if you have any questions.

    Tuesday, Jul 08 2025

  • Apply for Free/Reduced School Meals for 2025-2026 an...

    The application for free or reduced school meals for 2025-2026  is now available! Simply fill out the form online   or visit our website to download an English or Spanish PDF that can be printed, filled out, and returned to the District Office located at 124 W. Central Ave. If you have not completed   online enrollment   for the upcoming school year, please do so as soon as possible. Students cannot be assigned classroom placement until that is completed. The   wall calendar is available to download and print. Please remember that this version is provided as a courtesy for families, but it is not kept updated as events are added or changed. For the most up-to-date information, please check the online calendar , which can also be synced to your phone! We transitioned to a new online payment system   this summer. The link is still accessible from the same locations in your PowerSchool parent portal and on our district website, but it will take you to a new platform. Parents are no longer charged a fee for making payments online and you now have the ability to schedule recurring payments to keep lunch accounts refilled throughout the school year. Instructions for setting up and using your account are attached to this email. Student numbers will be sent to parents so you can complete that setup. School supply lists  are available online. Visit our Back to School checklist  page to make sure you have everything ready for the first day of school: https://www.usd490.org/page/back-to-school If you have questions or need help completing the free and reduced meal application or online enrollment, please give us a call at 316-322-4800. We are open Monday - Thursday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. this summer.

    Tuesday, Jul 01 2025

  • Sunflower Summer App begins July 12

    The Sunflower Summer user season is Saturday, July 12 - Sunday, August 3, 2025. The Sunflower Summer App allows you 1 free admission ticket per student for each attraction. Once you have used the Sunflower Summer app for a specific attraction, the app will "stamp" the ticket and it will no longer be valid to be re-used. Only one adult may accompany a student/students and access a free ticket voucher. Ticket transfers to another adult are possible. The parent or legal guardian may transfer their free admissions ticket to another adult who has the app downloaded. Once the ticket has been transferred and used, this will count as the student's one entry into the venue. Download the app today at ​ https://sunflowersummer.org/

    Thursday, Jun 26 2025

  • USD 490 Back to School Bash

    USD 490 will be hosting the fourth annual Back to School Bash on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center located at 500 West Central Avenue. This free event is open to anyone, not just USD 490 families, and provides school supplies, hygiene products, haircut vouchers, clothing, shoes and information on a variety of community resources. For more information, please reach out to event organizers Staci Rickard (sarickard@usd490.org) or Emma Schrag-Culbertson (ejculbertson@usd490.org). Special THANK YOU to all of the local businesses and sponsors who help make this event possible.

    Wednesday, Jun 25 2025

  • USD 490 Welcomes Lance Barkley as new EHS Athletic D...

    El Dorado High School is excited to welcome Lance Barkley as the new Athletic Director and Dean of Students. With a strong background in athletics and a deep commitment to student growth, Barkley brings a wealth of experience that will strengthen our school community both on and off the field. “What truly drew me to this opportunity was the passion the El Dorado community has for its schools and the potential within the athletic programs. El Dorado is a place with strong traditions, and I’m looking forward to building on that foundation to create a culture our students, staff, and families can rally behind,” Barkley said. Barkley’s journey in athletics began as a student-athlete, playing collegiate baseball at Fort Scott Community College and Washburn University. His passion for sports led him to earn an Associate of Science from Fort Scott in 2013, followed by a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management from Washburn University in 2016. Following graduation, Barkley returned to Fort Scott Community College, where he served from 2016 to 2020 as an Assistant Baseball Coach, Assistant Athletic Director, and Sports Information Director. During his time there, he was instrumental in recruiting and developing talent, coordinating travel and practice schedules, overseeing budgets, and leading academic support for student-athletes. His leadership helped shape a nationally competitive NJCAA baseball program, producing multiple All-American and over 30 All-Conference athletes. Barkley also played a key role in community outreach, organizing youth camps and leading service projects to build strong local connections. Beyond coaching, Barkley’s professional experience includes roles as a real estate appraiser with SunGroup Real Estate (2020–2023) and most recently as a Risk Management Producer with Insurance Center Inc. While his career path has taken him into the private sector, his commitment to supporting young people has remained constant. “I am incredibly honored and excited to be a part of USD 490. Athletics have been a lifelong passion of mine, and I’m eager to bring my experience as both a former athlete and coach to help lead, mentor, and support our student-athletes and coaches. What I’m most excited about, though, is helping develop our student-athletes for success—not just in athletics, but in life,” Barkley said. Known for mentoring with purpose, Barkley builds meaningful relationships with students, values open and honest communication, and is respected for his ability to listen and lead with integrity. He brings this student-centered approach to his role at El Dorado High School, where he will oversee athletic programs and student support. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Lance Barkley as he becomes #PartOfThePride. We’re excited for the energy, experience, and leadership he brings to the Wildcat family!

    Wednesday, Jun 18 2025

  • Summer Athletics Schedule 2025

    As a reminder, the USD 490 Summer Athletics programs began today, June 2, 2025. Please note: A track and field session has been added and the the location for additional soccer dates has changed to BG Stadium. 2025 Summer Athletics Schedule for El Dorado Public Schools (USD 490). Sessions run June 2–26 and July 7–17. Strength and conditioning continues until July 31. High School Boys: Strength/Conditioning (Weight Room) Monday/Wednesday: 6:15–7:30 AM Tuesday/Thursday: 6:15–7:30 AM and 7:15–8:15 AM Football (EHS Field) Monday: 7:30–8:30 AM Tuesday/Thursday: 7:30–8:15 AM Basketball (Main Gym) Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30–9:45 AM Wednesday: 7:30–8:30 AM June 9–July 17: 6:15–8:15 PM Wrestling (Wrestling Room) Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30–9:30 AM Soccer (EMS Field) Tuesday/Thursday: 6:00–7:00 AM Additional dates: July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 High School Girls: Strength/Conditioning (Weight Room) Monday/Wednesday: 7:30–8:45 AM Tuesday/Thursday: 7:15–8:15 AM and 8:15–9:30 AM Volleyball (Main Gym) Monday: 8:45–9:45 AM Tuesday/Thursday: 7:15–8:15 AM Basketball (Main Gym) Tuesday/Thursday: 9:45–11:00 AM Wednesday: 8:30–9:30 AM Wrestling (Wrestling Room) Tuesday/Thursday: 9:30–10:30 AM Soccer (EMS Field) Tuesday/Thursday: 6:00–7:00 AM Additional dates: July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 Middle School: Strength/Conditioning (Weight Room) Tuesday/Thursday: 9:30–10:45 AM Football (EHS Field) Tuesday/Thursday: 8:45–9:30 AM Volleyball (Rec Center) Tuesday: 8:45–9:30 AM Basketball (Main Gym) Tuesday/Thursday: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Wrestling (Wrestling Room) Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00–8:45 AM Soccer Tuesday/Thursday: 7:00–8:00 PM at BG Stadium Additional dates: July 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 Grades 3–5: Strength/Conditioning (Weight Room) Monday/Wednesday: 8:45–9:30 AM Field Session (EHS Field) Monday: 9:30–10:15 AM Gym Session (Main Gym) Wednesday: 9:30–10:15 AM Note: Grades 3–5 should attend all three sessions. New Program: Track and Field for Grades K–6 Tuesday/Thursday: 6:00–7:00 PM at BG Stadium Runs July 8–31 Additional Information: Free for USD 490 students. Sport and weight sessions do not overlap; students should attend both. Key dates: May 20: Last day of 2024–25 school year May 21–June 1: No athletics (except Boys Basketball Camp May 27–29) June 2–26 and July 7–17: Summer Athletics June 30–July 6: Dead week (no athletics) August 13: First day of 2025–26 school year August 18: First day of fall sports practices Wildcats logo and El Dorado Public Schools branding appear at the bottom. CAMPS 2025 Summer Athletic Camps Schedule for El Dorado Public Schools Camps are offered in Football, Volleyball, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, and Cheer. Organized by student level: High School (EHS), Middle School (EMS), and Elementary. Cost and signup information will be released later. Contact the coaches for additional information on how to sign up. Football Coach: Danny Adelhardt, deadelhardt@usd490.org High School: June 9–13, 7:30–9:30 AM at the high school EMS (Grades 7–8): June 23–26, 7:30–9:30 AM at the high school Elementary (Grades 3–6): June 23–26, 7:30–9:30 AM at the high school Volleyball Coach: Taylyn Barkley, tabarkley@usd490.org EMS (Grades 7–8): June 23–24, 1:00–3:00 PM in EHS Main Gym Elementary (Grades 2–5): June 25–26, 1:00–3:00 PM in EHS Main Gym Basketball – Boys Coach: Andrew Culbertson, abculbertson@usd490.org High School: May 27–29, 5:30–7:30 PM in EHS Main Gym EMS (Grades 7–8): May 27–29, 11:00 AM–12:30 PM in EHS Main Gym Elementary (Grades 3–6): May 27–29, 9:00–10:30 AM in EHS Main Gym Basketball – Girls Coach: To Be Determined High School: June 9–12, 12:30–2:30 PM in EHS Main Gym EMS (Grades 7–8): June 9–12, 2:30–4:00 PM in EHS Main Gym Cheer Coach: Emerald Ashlock, enashlock@usd490.org High School: June 16–19, time to be determined, at Sterling College

    Monday, Jun 02 2025

  • USD 490 eNews 5/20/25

    USD 490 eNews USD 490 eNews Community Newsletter ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  Not displaying correctly? View in browser     Congratulations to our Quarter 4 Award of Excellence recipient Rod Luehrs! He has brought a passion for teaching and has been helping El Dorado Middle School students understand complex math concepts for over 30 years. We appreciate his dedication to preparing students for high school math in #PartOfThePride!   Completing enrollment early helps us prepare for the fall by making sure we have adequate staffing and allows us to better estimate how many non-resident students we will have the capacity to accommodate. Non-resident forms for both new and returning students are available online and should be returned to the District Office (124 W. Central Ave.) or emailed to Sheila Hogoboom at shogoboom@usd490.org . Find more information about enrollment on our website: https://www.usd490.org/o/usd-490/page/enrollment-info VIRTUAL SCHOOL Applications for the El Dorado Virtual School opened March 24. Students applying for the virtual school must complete online enrollment at whichever building would be their traditional school in addition to filling out the virtual school application. Find out more about El Dorado Virtual School on our website: https://www.usd490.org/page/el-dorado-virtual-school PRESCHOOL APPLICATIONS Preschool applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now being accepted! Visit our website to learn more about USD 490's preschool programs or to download a preschool application: https://www.usd490.org/page/preschool-programs   Virtual School Preschool Programs USD 490 Summer Programs USD 490 Summer Programs Visit our website to view available USD 490 summer programs. USD 490 elementary school receive national recognition for STEM Blackmore, Grandview, and Skelly elementary schools have been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools. This honor is given to a select number of elementary schools across the U.S. for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Launch, an elementary STEM curriculum.  PLTW  is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences and empowers students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills for future careers. Visit our website to read more: https://www.usd490.org/article/2194411   New USD 490 activity bus wrap unveiled The newly wrapped USD 490 activity bus traveled to each of the elementary schools and middle school on May 2, 2025, to allow students and staff to see the new bus. The design was created by EHS student Leslie Sandoval as part of a design contest for EHS students that was sponsored by the El Dorado Sports Foundation. Visit the District Facebook page to view photos.   EHS seniors continue Grad Walk tradition El Dorado High School seniors participated in the traditional Grad Walk through all of the USD 490 schools on May 15, 2025, to celebrate their achievement with younger students and school staff. Visit the EHS Facebook page to view photos. Visit Grandview's Facebook page to view a PreK-grad time machine video. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view a PreK-grad time machine video.   EHS JAGK students volunteer at Sedgwick County Zoo On April 10, 2025, the EHS JAGK program had the opportunity to receive some excellent job education and volunteer hours through the Sedgwick County Zoo. Visit our website to read more: https://www.usd490.org/article/2199161   EHS JAGK students volunteer at Kansas Humane Society On April 15, 2025, the EHS JAGK program had another great opportunity to receive some excellent job education and volunteer hours at the Kansas Humane Society. Visit our website to read more: https://www.usd490.org/article/2199176   Eight EHS seniors receive Myrrl Houck scholarship Eight El Dorado High School seniors, all Summa Cum Laude graduates, were presented Myrrl Houck Memorial Scholarships at a reception Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the El Dorado High School Library. The honorees are: Sophia Beggs, Kareena Bhakta, Mikaela Hall, Peyton Heilman, Kasea Hicks, Brynn Liess, Aysha Nkrumbih, and Steven Porter. Visit our website to read more: https://www.usd490.org/article/2203583   EHS announces Richard Gilson as new principal for 2025-26 El Dorado Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Richard Gilson as the new principal of El Dorado High School, beginning with the 2025–2026 school year. Visit our website to read more about Mr. Gilson: https://www.usd490.org/article/2210366   EHS announces Chance Whitehead as new Head Girls Basketball Coach El Dorado High School is excited to welcome Chance Whitehead as the new Head Girls Basketball Coach and History Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Visit our website to read more:  https://www.usd490.org/article/2210393   EHS Drama earns Jester Awards EHS Drama earned a Jester Award for their lobby display and Assistant Drama Director Annabelle Wise earned a Jester for the scenic design for "Momma Mia!" during the Jester Awards ceremony at Century II on May 4, 2025.   EHS students participate in Reality U and Future Makers Mobile Lab EHS students participated in Reality U, a budgeting simulation exercise, and the Future Makers Mobile Lab on May 6, 2025. They learned about budgeting life's expenses and about a variety of STEM careers during the activities.   Extend students learn life skills On May 19, 2025, Extend students learned life skills such as how to sew on a button, change a tire, simple lawn mower maintenance, kitchen safety-knives, food temps, and creating a healthy snack. Students also learned about a survival kit (what to have when a storm comes), and about personal finance. Visit El Dorado High School's Facebook page to view photos.   EHS students place at AVCTL boys tennis The El Dorado High School boys tennis team competed in the AVCTL tournament in McPherson on May 5, 2025. As a team, they placed fifth. In singles, Reece Knight placed ninth. In doubles, the team of Theron Mays and Payton Wade placed sixth. The Team of Andrew Wilkinson and Taidhgin Mora-Bruce placed 11th.   EHS boys tennis players place at regionals and state The high school boys tennis team competed at the regional competition in Buhler on May 9, 2025. Reece Knight placed sixth in singles and the doubles team of Theron Mays and Lane Eck placed fourth. All three of them qualified to compete at state. The state tournament took place in Winfield on May 16-17, 2025. Knight placed 11th and the doubles team of Mays and Eck placed 11th.   EHS golf competes at AVCTL and regionals The El Dorado High School golf team competed in the AVCTL tournament at the Derby Country Club on May 13, 2025. Sophomore Zekiah Kern placed 15. During the regional Willowbend tournament, Zekiah Kern placed 17 and qualified to compete at the state tournament in Newton on May 27-28, 2025.   EHS girls swimmers place at AVCTL The El Dorado High School girls swim team competed in the AVCTL meet in Hutchinson on May 16, 2025. Briley Larcom placed first in the 100 and 200 freestyle, setting a personal record int he 200 freestyle. Carly Carter placed third in the 200 IM and 100 backstroke.   EHS track students place at AVCTL The El Dorado High School track team competed at the AVCTL tournament in Clearwater on May 16, 2025. Kaitlyn Perrill placed third in the long jump, setting a new personal record. Kelci Stewart placed third in discus, setting a new personal record. Audrina Scott set a new personal record in the 200 meter dash and Peyton Wight set a new personal record in the triple jump.   EMS boys tennis players place at Patriot League The middle school boys tennis team competed at the Patriot League tournament on May 5, 2025, in Ark City. Jonah Love placed third in #4 singles. Overall, the team places sixth.   EMS track students place at Patriot League The El Dorado Middle School track team competed at Patriot League in Buhler on May 13, 2025. Visit our website to view individual results: https://www.usd490.org/article/2222657   El Dorado Rotary shares water safety reminders with elementary students El Dorado Rotary visited all of the elementary schools in El Dorado the week of May 12, 2025, to read “Josh the Baby Otter” by Blake Collingsworth to PreK-first grade students. The book teaches students about the importance of water safety. Visit our website to read more: https://www.usd490.org/article/2221160   USD 490 fifth grade students attend career fair USD 490 fifth grade students attended a career fair at Skelly on May 7, 2025, to learn more about career opportunities in our community. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   USD 490 elementary schools celebrate student talents Blackmore hosted and lip sync battle and Grandview and Skelly hosted talent shows to give students an opportunity to shine performing in front of their respective schools on May 16, 2025. Visit Grandview's Facebook page to view a video from the talent show.   Grandivew fifth graders teach others about historical figures Grandview fifth grade students researched historical figures and taught other students and parents abotu the contributions of those leaders on May 6, 2025. Visit the District Facebook page to view photos.   Grandview third grade students host art museum Grandview third grade hosted an Art Museum of famous painters on May 7, 2025. They researched a painter, created a slideshow, then Mr. Bane helped them create a miniature of one of their paintings. During the art show, they presented what they learned to other students and parents along with their art. Visit the District Facebook page to view photos.   BCC Education students do lessons for Grandview Kdg and first grade Butler Community College Education students visited Grandview on May 14, 2025, to do lessons with kindergarten and first grade students. Visit Grandview's Facebook page to view a video.   Grandview Student Leadership Team thanks local first responders Grandview Student Leadership Team visited the El Dorado Firefighters and Police Department on May 14, 2025, to say thank you for keeping our community safe. They were also lucky enough to get a tour of the fire department, see the courtroom in the police department, and learn some summer safety tips from the professionals. Finally they talked to students about what it takes to be a good leader. Thank you El Dorado firefighters & El Dorado police department for all you do, we appreciate you!   Grandview fifth grade launches rockets to wrap up science unit Grandview fifth grade students launched 2-liter bottle rockets to wrap up their science unit on May 15, 2025. Visit Grandview's Facebook page to view photos.   EHS softball visits Grandivew PreK and kindergarten The El Dorado High School softball team visited Grandivew on May 16, 2025, to mentor the PreK and kindergarten students. Visit Grandview's Facebook page to view a video of the visit.   Skelly fourth graders deliver May Day baskets Skelly fourth grade Skelly Street Leaders made May Day baskets for the fifth grade Skelly Street Leaders to deliver in the neighborhood on May 1, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly fourth grade visits Strataca Skelly fourth grade students visited Strataca, the salt mine in Hutchinson, on May 1, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly students learn archery Skelly third, fourth, and fifth grade students learned archery during PE on May 2, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly third grade visits Cosmosphere Skelly third graders visited the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson on May 4, 2025, to learn more about space, rockets, and the science behind it all. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly kindergarten visits Tanganyika Skelly kindergarten students learned more about animals during a field trip to Tanganyika on May 12, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly third grade plants flowers at local church Skelly third grade students planted flowers at First United Methodist Church on May 15, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Skelly fifth grade visits Kansas capitol Skelly fifth grade visited Topeka and toured the capitol building on May 19, 2025. Visit Skelly's Facebook page to view photos.   Annually, district parents, patrons, and staff are asked to nominate an El Dorado Public Schools classroom teacher to be recognized as the USD 490 Teacher of the Year. Nominations for the 2025-2026 District Teacher of the Year opened May 1, 2025. Please consider nominating a great educator for this honor. To learn more or make a nomination, please visit our website: https://www.usd490.org/page/district-teacher-of-the-year   Jennifer Leeker Gina Meyer Virgil Reed Diane Reeves Kim Sampoll James Shum Dee Thompson Carla Varner Bronna Leach Visit our website to see all of our available employment opportunities and to apply today! Summer is a great time to get trained to become a bus driver. Contact James Scott at 316-322-4804 for more information. https://www.usd490.org/page/employment   School supply lists are now available on our website: https://www.usd490.org/o/usd-490/page/enrollment-info or on teacherlists.com .   This is the district's new unified communication platform. Please download the app to keep connected with what is going on in your child's school. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parentsquare/id908126679 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/detailsid=com.parentsquare.psapp&pcampaignid=web_share   Quality Teachers Matter Teacher shortages affect student achievement PeachJar Flyers PeachJar Flyers Click here to see all of the active flyers in USD 490. The 1-page calendar for the 2025-2026 school year was approved by the USD 490 Board of Education on Jan. 13, 2025. It is linked below, and is also available on our district website: https://www.usd490.org/page/district-calendars   Edited 5_5_25 District 25_26 Calendar.pdf Download 167.4 KB Mark your calendars and save the dates for USD 490 summer athletic opportunities! We will send more information about registration when it becomes available. If you have questions, please contact Athletic Director Dylan Richardson at dmrichardson@usd490.org .   Summer Athletics Schedule Summer Athletic Camps Summer Athletics Schedule (Spanish) Summer Athletic Camps (Spanish) May 21  Virtual Staff Development May 22  Staff Workday May 23  Staff Workday June 2  Summer Programs Begin June 19  Explore 490 Program Ends June 26  Credit Recovery Summer Programs End   rSchool Online Activities Calendar rSchool Online Activities Calendar Click here for the most recent information about district athletics and activities.   El Dorado Public Schools USD 490 Email:  usd490@usd490.org Website:  www.usd490.org Location:  124 West Central Avenue, El Dorado, KS, USA Phone:  (316) 322-4800 Facebook:  facebook.com/eldorado.schools X/Twitter:  @eldoradousd490 El Dorado Public Schools USD 490 https://www.usd490.org/ Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 124 W. Central Ave • El Dorado, KS 67042 (316) 322-4800 • (316) 322-4801 Fax  

    Tuesday, May 20 2025

  • Summer Hometown Activities

    El Dorado Working on Wellness (eWow) has put together a list of activities being offered right here in our hometown to keep kids physically active all summer long. El Dorado Public Schools (316-322-4810): Strength and Conditioning at EHS weight room (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Grades 3-5 Monday/Wednesday: 8:45-9:30 a.m. Monday Field Session: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Wednesday Gym Session: 9:30-10:15 a.m Grades 6-8 Tuesday/Thursday: 9:30-10:45 a.m. Grades 9-12 Boys (continues through July 31) Monday/Wednesday: 6:15-7:30 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday: 6:15-7:30 OR 7:15-8:15 a.m. Grades 9-12 Girls (Continues through July 31) Monday/Wednesday: 7:30-8:45 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday: 7:15-8:15 a.m. OR 8:15-9:30 a.m. Basketball at EHS main gym Elementary Grades 3-5: (May 27-29) 9:00-10:30 a.m. Grades 3-6 Camp: (May 27-29) 9:00-10:30 a.m. Grades 6-8 (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Tuesday/Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Grades 7-8 Boys Camp: (May 27-29) 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Grades 7-8 Girls Camp: (June 9-12) 2:30-4:00 p.m. Grades 9-12 Boys (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30-9:45 a.m. Wednesday: 7:30-8:30 a.m. (June 9 - July 17): Tuesday/Thursday: 6:15-8:15 p.m. Camp: (May 27-29) 5:30-7:30 p.m. Grades 9-12 Girls (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Tuesday/Thursday: 9:45-11:00 a.m. Wednesday: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Camp: (June 9-12) 12:30-2:30 p.m. Football at EHS field (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Grades 3-6 Camp: (June 23-26) 7:30-9:30 a.m. Grades 6-8 Tuesday/Thursday: 8:45-9:30 a.m. Grades 7-8 Camp: (June 23-26) 7:30-9:30 p.m. Grades 9-12 Monday: 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday: 7:30-8:15 a.m. Camp: (June 9-13) 7:30-9:30 a.m. Volleyball at EHS main gym (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Grades 2-5 Camp: (June 25-26) 1:00-3:00 p.m. Grades 6-8 at Rec Center Tuesday: 8:45-9:30 a.m. Camp at EHS main gym: (June 23-24) 1:00-3:00 p.m. Grades 9-12 at EHS main gym Monday: 8:45-9:45 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday 7:15-8:15 a.m. Soccer at EMS field Grades 6-8 (July 8-31) Tuesday/Thursday 7:00-8:00 p.m. Grades 9-12 (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Tuesday/Thursday: 6:00-7:00 a.m. (July 7-31) Tuesday/Thursday: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Wrestling at EHS wrestling room (June 2-26 and July 7-17) Grades 6-8 Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00-8:45 a.m. Grades 9-12 Boys Tuesday/Thursday: 8:30-9:30 a.m. Grades 9-12 Girls Tuesday/Thursday: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Cheer at Sterling College Grades 9-12 Camp: June 16-19 (Time TBD) The YMCA (316-320-9622): Gymnastics Swim lessons Mom's Day Out Parents' Night Out MSAS program Basketball Flag Football Dance Sport training and clinics Personal, partner, and group trainings El Dorado Parks and Recreation (316-321-9100 or 316-322-7400): Open Gym begins 5/27 Tuesday/Friday: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Wednesday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Jackie Stiles Basketball camp June 11 (fee) Volleyball Soccer Flag Football Walnuts Mini Camp June 12 and 26 at 1 p.m. Baseball/Softball City Pool opens 5/25 Walnuts: Youth Mini Camps June 1 at 1 p.m. and June 30 at 6 p.m.

    Friday, May 16 2025

  • Myrrl Houck Memorial Scholarships presented to eight...

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