Updated information for Tuesday (4/15) Superintendent Candidate Meet and Greet.
April 15 and 16, 2025 USD 431 Board of Education will hold two special board meetings to conduct superintendent Interviews. Attached are the agendas for these two meetings.
Reminder: There will also be a Meet and Greet for each of the candidates at the High School Commons area from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM both days April 15 and 16, 2025.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RUgbao3FTtFRUi_fAK37O8xn0r6v1dsH/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1idP0J-BLWjEkZ9tk49nsqF4-uOS4QR91/view?usp=sharing
Hoisington Community come out and join us for informal conversations and meet each of the Superintendent Candidates.
High School Commons Area, Tuesday, April 15th and Wednesday, April 16th. 4:00 to 5:00 PM for all dates.
(April 22 and April 23 As Needed)
Hoisington Community come out and join us for informal conversations and meet each of the Superintendent Candidates.
High School Commons Area, Tuesday, April 15th and Wednesday, April 16th. 4:00 to 5:00 PM for all dates.
(April 22 and April 23 As Needed)
Internet and phones throughout the district are repaired.
FYI District internet is down and has also affected incoming phone calls. We will send a message when phones are back up.
2025 Summer Baseball/Softball sign up deadline is SUNDAY 4/6! Sign up at the Rec or online link found on the Hoisington Recreation Commission Facebook page.
USD 431 Hoisington Board of Education will be holding three meetings including two special meetings. These meetings will include: Special Meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:00 pm to review focus group information on the characteristics of the new superintendent, the Regular BOE meeting will immediately follow the special meeting on 4-7-25. Then the second Special meeting will be on April 14, 2025 to review Superintendent applications. All meetings will be held at the District Office at 165 West 3rd Street, Hoisington, KS.
Below are links to each of the Agendas:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L0x69PK5LLp6djwqwzgT04_EcnfCaQhL/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HKR-VbNDI4nmmcBPMlWwBtVcKIyzVHjG/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pQkFxmq9ri-d3uyPu96mH0z88TiVJqZ8/view?usp=sharing
USD 431 Hoisington Schools is advertising for a Food Service Management Company to submit bids for management. If a company is interested in obtaining the RFP and the other appropriate bid documents please contact the USD 431 District Office at the below information:
By Email: Jordan Mooney, jmooney@usd431.net, or Patrick Crowdis pcrowdis@usd431.net
By Phone: 620-653-4134.
By Mail: USD 431 District Office, 165 W 3rd Street, Hoisington, KS 67544.
Thank you for your consideration,
USD 431
USD 431 Hoisington Public Schools is currently seeking a highly qualified and fully licensed superintendent of schools. This district boasts quality facilities, excellent staff and supportive community. Please take a look at the attached flier for more USD 431 District Information and "How to Apply" information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/181OURECS6f0XDzXI3gaJozM_9oLmoBho/view?usp=sharing
As part of the search, the Board of Education and KASB is conducting an online survey to seek input on desired characteristics of the new superintendent. The survey will take approximately five minutes to complete and can be accessed at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/usd431ss .
“We encourage all parents, students, staff and community members to participate in the online survey, available above, from [Start Date] to [End Date],” Mooney said. “Your feedback is crucial in helping us identify the qualities and characteristics most important in our next superintendent.”
Press release regarding resignation of USD 431 Superintendent Patrick Crowdis, effective June 30, 2025 and Board of Education process to begin search for the next Superintendent of USD 431 Hoisington Schools.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v9eYtLGjJ053Uqg7FHi6d302QDLALeKX/view?usp=sharing
USD 431 would like you to support GPS Kids Club by letting you know about their Golf Tournament April 25, 2025. Check-out the attached information for more details and contact information, or call 620-282-2290 for more information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BGs0bWCHToAGHrSBa1SvufLFSuYqOD87/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fcBphiRerqmVsQS8J1G-xmpAKPyF1_4J/view?usp=sharing
The ideal school board candidate values service to others and desires to guide lasting investments in public schools. Great school board candidates are passionate about supporting students, teachers and staff and advocating for the value of public schools in their community and across Kansas. They believe in creating a bright future for their community. USD 431 Hoisington Schools will have three (3) positions up for election this coming cycle, but one must prepare now. June 1, 2025 is the deadline to file with the Barton County Clerk. If you have questions feel free to talk to any current or past Board Members or contact the district office at 620-653-5143. Mr. Crowdis would be more than happy to answer your questions. Thank you for your consideration.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11rznaU-eidVgqaFp4hsF-joUnSQzhFV0/view?usp=sharing
Take a 10 minutes survey and you will get a $20 gift card. Take the time to reach out to unitedwaycentralKS@hotmail.com and get the information to participate. Help support KDHE in statewide health Improvement. Check out the link below for more information!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18RXsY5uyzQbSJkoUp7V5UFE0XRWQ1hbk/view?usp=sharing
DCS Services on behalf of USD 431 invites companies to submit a proposal for roof overlay at Roosevelt Elementary School in Hoisington, KS. Please see the linked information for more details. We thank you for your interest.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sPH7cfxSz9azVBbRMfvuSuUSeCGheD-f/view?usp=sharing
Cardinal State Wrestling Final Results
Teron Kraft 3rd at 175
Lillian Gradig 3rd at 135
Ayla Brown 5th at 155
Nevaeh Graves 2nd at 170
Haylee Holinde State Champ at 235
Lady Cardinals placed 5th Overall
Congrats to all our State Wrestlers and Coaches. Great Season
Cardinal State Wrestling Results after Day 1
Teron K 2-1
Jhadyn T. 1-1
Jayda B. 0-2
Lillian G. 2-1
Ayla B 1-1
Nevaeh G. 3-0 wrestling for 1st
Peyton S. 1-1
Haylee H. 3-0 wrestling for 1st
Lady Cardinal Substate Final
Hoisington 35
Holcomb 76
Lady Cardinal Substate Basketball End 3rd
Hoisington 29
Holcomb 65