Atchison Public Schools

🌟 Happy IT Appreciation Day! 🌟

Today we celebrate and recognize our incredible IT team—the backbone of our district’s technology, Donna Noll, Katie Martin, Jenni Dryden, and Jen Dean!

From keeping our networks running smoothly, to answering endless questions with patience, to making sure every student and staff member has the tools they need to succeed—our four amazing IT staff members go above and beyond every single day. 💻✨

We are so grateful for their hard work, problem-solving skills, and dedication to keeping us connected and supported.

👏 Please join us in giving a huge THANK YOU to our IT team—you make the impossible possible, and we couldn’t do this without you!

#ITAppreciationDay #BehindTheScenesHeroes #WeAre409

We have another #PhoenixFace for you, Rosetta Rawls! She has transitioned to a new role as the districts, Student Support Specialist! Check out what she is excited about most in this new adventure! #WeAre409

We are excited to introduce our Homecoming Queen and King Candidates!! Laikyn White, Avonte Housh-Battle, Kaiya Downing, Brody Barnes, Bella Boyce, Leighton Boldridge, Lily Adams, Kolten Bonnel, Kirrah Duncan, and Yogi Purdy! #HOCO25 #WeAre409

🌟 Phoenix of the Week 🌟 We are so excited to announce our very first Phoenix of the Week — Erin McKelvy-Patterson! Erin's impact has been described as nothing short of extraordinary: 💬 “Mrs. McKelvy-Patterson was an absolute godsend to my two daughters. Both had her as their second-grade teacher, and I saw monumental progress in their IEPs during their time in her classroom. She is kind, loves children, and is sunshine in human form. She’s dedicated in a way most teachers are not. She is irreplaceable.” – Laura Randall 💬 “She is a teacher that takes her time with students to learn how they learn best, truly has a heart of gold, and makes her students and their family feel valued.” – Amber Skeen Erin, your kindness, dedication, and heart for students make you a shining example of what it means to be a Phoenix. Thank you for all you do! ❤️🔥 #PhoenixOfTheWeek #WeAre409 #PhoenixProud

🌟 Phoenix of the Week 🌟
Each week we’ll honor a staff member who goes above and beyond! Students, parents, staff & community can nominate. Check out the Atchison Answers Video for more information!
https://youtu.be/W8UdN6bDpmQ
To nominate a staff member click here: https://shorturl.at/btV71
#WeAre409 #PhoenixPride

Laura Walters is our next new #PhoenixFace, we are excited to welcome! She is one of our new Preschool Teachers! Welcome, Laura, to the USD 409 Family! #WeAre409

Please help us welcome Michael Gabbard to the USD 409 Family! You can find out a little bit more about him below! #WeAre409 #PhoenixFaces

Dear Families,

Right before dismissal today, we had a situation where a staff member required medical attention. We are grateful for your patience and understanding during dismissal. The necessary help was provided promptly, and we want to extend a special thank you to Atchison EMS and our AES staff for their calm and swift response.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Laura Batson
Superintendent

Help us welcome Whitney Schnabel, a new 1st-grade teacher at AES, to the USD 409 Family! #PhoenixFaces #WeAre409

We are back with a few more new #PhoenixFaces! Please welcome Jason Buschbascher to the USD 409 Family! You can find out more about him below! #WeAre409

You asked, we answered! Listen to Laura answer questions about Early Release!
https://youtu.be/JjrJwApwAvs
#WeAre409

Stay in the loop with the Central School Scoop!
https://secure.smore.com/n/h5nbk-the-central-school-scoop

Help us welcome another new #PhoenixFace to the Phoenix Family! Morgan Grindey comes to us from Nebraska, and we are so excited to welcome her to USD 409! #WeAre409

Check out this great looking veggie bar our middle schoolers have been enjoying this week!!! #WeAre409

🍕 PIZZA NEWS, AHS! 🍕 Starting next Monday, get hot Pizza Hut 🍕 à la carte at lunch Mon/Wed/Fri for $2.75 a slice (plus drinks & snacks)! Must have cash or funds on your account. Free lunch still available! 🙌 #WeAre409 #PizzaHutAtAHS

🚨 POP-UP BOND TOUR! 🚨
Come see the AMAZING renovations at the elementary & high school! 🏫✨
See the upgrades and renovations YOUR bond dollars made happen! Don’t miss it! 🎉
#WeAre409 #BondTour #SchoolPride

Atchison Answers - When is Back to School Night? Check our Laura Batson's message about tonight and a fun opportunity to check out the bond projects!!
https://youtu.be/a7o_sB65-Fo
#WeAre409

Meet a new #PhoenixFace Julie Birnbaum! Please help us welcome her to the Phoenix Family!
#WeAre409 #PhoenixProud

Check out our newest Atchison Answers about Class Lists and Back to School Night.
https://youtu.be/FjVVThrKOnE
#WeAre409