January is School Board Recognition Month, a great opportunity to say thank you to the Republic County USD 109 Board of Education who are committed to the success of every student in our community.
Our board of education includes Clay Aurand-President, Brent Martin-Vice President, Laura Leita, Brian McCartney, Chris Pachta, Eddie Sandberg and Clay Siemsen.
Thank you to Loisann Brown whose term ends this month for her many years of service, as well as, Kevin Milner as he stepped down in October after many years of service.
These seven community leaders volunteer hundreds of hours attending meetings, reading reports and discussing plans and programs to support educational achievement.
“Our board members develop policies and make complex decisions that shape the future of our education system. They are accountable for an annual budget of $10 million, 525 students, 100 employees and 2 buildings,” said Larry Lyder, Superintendent.
A board member’s responsibility goes far behind the monthly meeting, however.
“They also meet with legislators and other policy makers to advocate for our schools to make sure every child has access to an excellent education. We are grateful to have this opportunity to formally say ‘thank you’ to each of them,” said Lyder.
Republic County USD 109 encourages the entire community to thank a school board member, not only this month but throughout the entire year.
WEEKLY NEWSLETTER -- Jan. 10 - Jan. 18, 2022
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Jr High Boys Basketball hosts Concordia today beginning at 4:30 in the main gym! Game order is 1/2 C game, B game, A game. For more game information, click on the following link: https://5il.co/13wdw
Good luck Jr. Buffs!
Buffs beat Minneapolis 64-40 for a league win. Thanks to all who came out to support.
High school basketball is at home tonight taking on Minneapolis! There is no JV girls game, JV boys start at 4:30 in the main gym, varsity girls at 6:00 with varsity boys to follow!
Good luck Buffaloes!
Jr. High Wrestling-Parent meeting will be on Monday, January 10th at 7:00 pm in the new gym. First practice is Tuesday, January 11th after school.
No HS Practices for Wrestling or Basketball on January 1st, 2022 due to pending weather. Open Mat @ 3pm on Sunday for wrestling and Open Gym @ 1pm on Sunday for basketball is still scheduled. Happy New Year!!
Come cheer on the Buff Wrestlers at home today!
8th grade wrapped up their final art project on Friday. Absolutely love how their snow globes turned out! ❄️
On Friday kindergarten and 1st grade enjoyed holiday/ winter hopscotch coding in STEM!
Your RC Wrestlers are 3-0 coming out of pool play winning three duels against Bluestem, Hillsboro and Clearwater. Getting ready to face Clay Center in the championship bracket. We R RC! ❤️💙
Kindergarten is enjoying holiday hopscotch coding in STEM today.
The East Elementary maker space classroom has been very busy this week with classroom teachers working on holiday STEM lessons with their kids! Check out Mrs. Pierson’s 3rd graders creating marshmallow/ gum drop trees. 🎄 Mrs. Reynold’s 1st grade class was completing a reindeer Ozobot robotics activity!
Little Buff Daycare celebrating the season.
RCHS Wrestling defeats Beloit in the dual 40-32 tonight. Great Job, Go Buffs!
RCHS Wrestlers are grappling with Beloit tonight. The night was started with a trio of trumpets playing the Star Spangled Banner. Go Buffs!
The Buffs, Lady Buffs, and cheerleaders enjoyed their visit with their 3rd grade pen pals.
Dear Buffalo Families,
Republic County USD #109 has become aware of a troubling post that has been shared widely this week on the social media platform TikTok across the nation. The post refers to a threat to school safety “for every school in the USA, even elementary,” on Friday, December 17.
The post appears to be part of a national TikTok trend and did not originate in our school district or Kansas from what we have learned. While we do not believe the threat to be credible, we are closely monitoring the situation and taking it seriously.
Additionally, the district has been in contact with the Belleville City Police Department regarding the post. We may have an increased police presence in our buildings on Friday as an added precaution.
This situation serves as a good example of why it is important to avoid sharing posts online that refer to school safety threats. Even if they are not credible threats, they can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety for our students, families, and staff. We ask our families to monitor their children’s social media activity and speak with them about proper behavior online.
If you or your child become aware of any potential threat posted to social media or anywhere else, please notify a school staff member, the Belleville City Police Department or trusted adult right away.
As always, thank you for your partnership as we work to ensure a safe, secure, and positive learning environment for our students.
Sincerely,
Larry Lyder
Superintendent
Republic County USD #109
1993 graduate Jana Stump-Shelfer and her husband Jason came to RCJSHS to speak to our junior high students about living with positivity in the world today. She has started a company with her husband called, ‘Living Lucky’ which promotes positivity and how to spread gratitude for what life gives you.
League Tournament Jr High games have been moved to here at Republic County tonight due to Southeast-Saline not having power. Games will be in the main gym, girls at 5:00 and boys to follow.
High school wrestling is in the new gym at 6:30. Come out and support all of the Buffalo teams tonight!