Lincoln Elementary

Dear USD 431 Family – We are writing to follow-up on the recent cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool. PowerSchool informed us that the taken data primarily includes parent and student contact information with data elements such as name and address information. Across their customer base, they have determined that for a portion of individuals, some personally identifiable information (PII), such as social security numbers (SSN) and medical information, was impacted. They are working with urgency to complete their investigation and determine whether PII belonging to our students was included. USD 431 does not collect or use Student or Staff Social Security Numbers within the PowerSchool System. Protecting our students is something we take seriously. With PowerSchool’s help, more information and resources (including credit monitoring or identity protection services if applicable) will be provided to you as it becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding in dealing with this situation. Sincerely, USD 431

Due to the late incoming weather this evening USD 431 will have a 2 Hour Delay the morning of Friday, January 10th. There will be a 2 hour delay on Friday, January 10th 2025. Thank you!

Dear USD 431 Families, I’m writing to let you know that yesterday, January 8th, PowerSchool notified us about a widespread data breach that they reported happened on Dec. 28. According to the message from PowerSchool, they believe that this breach is now contained but may have affected the data of our employees and/or students and their families. USD 431 is serious about protecting the security and privacy of your data. This breach not only violates our expectations for district vendors; it also violates board policy and Kansas law. At this time, we have limited information and await additional guidance from PowerSchool officials. Rest assured, we are doing everything we can to learn more and will notify you directly if/when we receive information about how this breach affects you/your family, your data or your next steps. Thank you for your partnership as we work through this incident with PowerSchool. Our commitment to protecting your private data has never been stronger, and we greatly appreciate your patience and trust in the coming weeks. Sincerely, Patrick Crowdis

USD 431 Board of Education meeting Scheduled for January 6th has been postponed to January 13th Due to the weather event. USD 431 Board of Education Meeting for January will be 7:00 pm on January 13th at the district office. Please see attached for the Agenda. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GCndpYrIEKuUpRwTfaujVO7mBJgkC2h7/view?usp=sharing

Due to the weather event USD 431 will not have school on Tuesday January 7th to allow for more time to clear roads, sidewalks and parking areas. There will be no MS Practices. HS Activities for the evening of January 7th will be determined during the day on Tuesday. No School for USD 431 on Tuesday, January 7th.

Monday, January 6, 2025 USD 431 Schools will have no work day or In-service. Please stay home and safe. We will reschedule the Lab Activity. Please keep an eye on your email for details for the 2025 Wellness Challenge.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the boil water advisory for the City of Hoisington public water supply system located in Barton County. Thank you for your cooperation and patience.

USD 431 will be in session Dec 17th. Due to water restrictions we encourage you to send a bottle of water to school with your child. Hand Sanitizer will be provided or could be brought. The link is for info on the water restrictions. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FBL1sckc44mWHQBQCB2wO9C4ij_DtW2D/view?usp=sharing

First Care Clinic will be in our schools Jan 14-16 for dental screenings. Please return form to your child's school office by 12/16/24. If your child has KanCare, no insurance, or F/R lunches they are eligible for dental services. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KX4Tnucjme0T9-GeKmvXQgjJ832jthw3/view?usp=drive_link

Reminder: USD 431 is looking for feedback as we begin a new School Improvement Cycle. Please add this event to your calendar to learn more about the School Improvement model and the direction USD 431 Schools are moving. Monday, November 18, 2024 at Lincoln Elementary at 6:45 PM. HEPA meeting will be at 6:30PM. https://drive.google.com/file/d/16lIiAyLBQN-6GSneKF7vAcIiCoKuSywR/view?usp=sharing

Hoisington REC Basketball 3rd -6th grade. You can still sign up today Saturday 9-1 or tomorrow Sunday 1-5 pm at the Activities Center.

USD 431 is looking for feedback as we begin a new School Improvement Cycle. Please add this event to your calendar to learn more about the School Improvement model and the direction USD 431 Schools are moving. Monday, November 18, 2024 at Lincoln Elementary at 6:45 PM. HEPA meeting will be at 6:30PM. https://drive.google.com/file/d/16lIiAyLBQN-6GSneKF7vAcIiCoKuSywR/view?usp=sharing

Due to the early release we had some miscommunication on bus routes. And due to illness we had two substitutes. Routes will be ran but students may be a little late getting home today October 29th. We apologize for the inconvenience!!

The USD 431 Regular Board meeting for November has been moved from November 4th to November 11, 2024 at 7:00 pm. This will take place at the USD 431 District Office, 165 West 3rd Street in Hoisington. Thank you!

Kansas Summer EBT deadline has been extended to October 15. See below for information on how to apply.

First message did not include photo. FYI there was an individual who approached students at the HS this morning. If you see a stranger in a silver or tan Chevy pick up approaching students please report to local PD.

2024 Summer EBT Application Extension Information. See attached image. https://drive.google.com/file/d/12Z0buy60VIQWCQ_FbktrlszsLQ8vcB2o/view?usp=sharing

Attached is a letter about issues in districts across Kansas. USD 431 takes each one of these issues seriously. Working together we will continue to keep our students and community safe! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C0A0-E4K55-LPxglvzEWjzmSkA6x08Kf/view?usp=sharing

Today USD 431 participated in an Emergency Drill in conjunction with Clara Barton. During this DRILL USD 431 went into lock down. Through debriefing all involved learned what went well and and how to improve for the next drill or emergency. Thank you for your cooperation.

On September 18, 2024 at 11:00 Clara Barton Hospital and Medical Center will be conducting an emergency drill and will be going into Lockdown. USD 431 and our schools will also be participating by conducting our own drills at the buildings appropriate to the proximity of Clara Barton to our buildings. Thank you!