Goddard Public Schools Family,
Every day, incredible #265Family Heroes within the Goddard School District go above and beyond to inspire, support, and positively impact our USD 265 students. The Goddard Education Foundation is thrilled to announce the #265Family Award, which gives you an opportunity to recognize the outstanding educators and USD 265 employees who are making a profound difference within our #265Family and give them a chance to win $100 cash.
Our community recognizes the vital role each and every USD 265 staff plays in creating a thriving and supportive learning environment for students. Whether they are a teacher, bus driver, para-educator, administrator, support staff, custodian, or any other valued member of our dedicated team, they are ALL eligible for this award.
We invite you to nominate an individual who has demonstrated a significant, positive impact on the students, staff, or the USD 265 school community as a whole. For example, nominations could recognize USD 265 staff members who:
Inspire a love of learning in their student(s)
Provide exceptional support to student(s)
Create a positive, caring school environment
Go above and beyond their duties to serve others
and/or, exemplifies professionalism and dedication to our #265 Family.
All nominations received will be packaged and sent to the respective individual(s). Please nominate your #265Family Hero Today!
Complete the Nomination Form (Click the Link Below) by providing the nominee's name, school, position, and a story of why you believe they are deserving of this award.
#265Family Award Nomination Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPtmyI7N56mExQrZnHMavjhh-d3ADYfav3udLPpQSLkMDI0w/viewform?usp=sf_link
All #265Family Award recipients will be recognized with a special certificate with your nomination letter, and one nominee from each USD 265 school and department (Transportation, Maintenance, and General Support) will have a chance to receive a $100 prize (15 Total, $100 cash prize awards) provided by the Goddard Education Foundation.
Let’s celebrate and show appreciation for the amazing work and dedication of our USD 265 employees. We are better together!
Goddard Public Schools Staff and Families,
There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, due to dangerously cold wind chill temperatures and hazardous conditions.
Please be safe, and thank you for your continued support.
Dane Baxa
Director of Community Relations
Congratulations to the 2025 Winter Homecoming Queen Kate Grilliot and King Luke Griffith and their court!
Join us TONIGHT for a Board of Education Meet & Greet event, in honor of School Board Appreciation Month! This come-and-go event is open to the public and will take place from 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. tonight (Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025) in the BOE Room at the Central Administration Center (201 S. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052).
Connect with your local school community and meet the volunteers at the core of our #265Family. Whether you have questions, want to connect names to faces, or simply want to learn more about what Goddard Public Schools is all about - come join us tonight!
Goddard Public Schools Staff and Families,
There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, January 10, 2025, due to severe winter weather and hazardous driving conditions.
Please be safe, and thank you for your continued support.
Goddard Public Schools Families,
Goddard Public Schools will not be in school on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to ongoing hazardous driving conditions.
City, County, and District crews are working tirelessly to clear roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks, and we offer our deepest appreciation to them for their dedicated efforts. Given the extent of snow/ice in neighborhoods across the District, additional time is needed to ensure a safe return to school.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.
Help us celebrate School Board Appreciation Month this January by joining us for a USD 265 Board of Education Meet & Greet event!
This come-and-go event is open to the public and will take place from 6:15 - 6:50 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13th, 2025 in the BOE Room at the Central Administration Center (201 S. Main St. Goddard, KS 67052). Let’s celebrate the pride, growth, and excellence of our #265Family together!
Mr. Zimmer's Marketing classes are bringing the holiday spirit and sales for the annual Christmas Sales project to apply marketing concepts to real world sales experiences! #LionPride
Kimarie Funschelle, the community outreach coordinator at the Mid-Kansas Jewish Federation, presented the Eva Kor Holocaust Experience: a Virtual Reality Tour that offers a unique and unforgettable journey, putting students in the shoes of Eva Mozes Kor, a survivor of the Holocaust. Students were able to see what Auschwitz looks like today and hear in her own words what life was like in the camp over {80} years ago.
This experience allowed Mrs. Bennington's 11th grade history students to virtually move around the camp and engage deeply with this important historical topic.
Powder Puff and Powder Buff taken by the class of 2025! Thank you KAY, Volleyball staff, and Football staff for all of your help putting on a great student event! #LionPride
"A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results." – Wade Boggs
Congratulations to Mrs. Robin Perkins for receiving the District Attitude Award! Robin was nominated by Piper White and Dane Baxa. Piper White wrote, “The print shop is not an easy or stress-free environment especially when you get multiple orders each day from all around the district, but Robin does so with a smile on her face. At the beginning of the year (or her busiest time) she and her staff worked so hard to make sure all staff had the orders before the first day of school. On top of just getting us the orders she also wrote positive messages that always leave us smiling. Robin communicates effectively, and if there is ever a rush order needed, she is not afraid of the challenge. Robin is a rock star!”
Dane Baxa wrote, “Robin Perkins stepped up to help the District in a big way after the sudden loss of Nancy Johnson. Robin is more than just a skilled Print Shop operator; she’s a problem-solver who brings positivity and energy to her work every day. She often anticipates the needs of teachers, administrators, and staff, frequently stepping in to assist with last-minute requests and high-volume projects without hesitation. Her reliability and willingness to do whatever it takes to support others have made her an invaluable resource.
She developed a plan to visit every school during orientation, making a personal connection with as many staff members as possible, building positive relationships, and explaining the services she provides and the process for submitting print jobs.
Beyond her exceptional technical abilities, Robin’s attitude exemplifies the values of our district. Her commitment to excellence and genuine kindness uplift everyone she works with. She is always quick to offer encouragement, inspiring our Community Relations Team and those around her.”
Another great performance by our talented students! Thank you to students and staff from ALL #USD265 intermediates, middle schools, and high schools for another great #GoddardSings event! #265pride
Veterans and First Responders came to GHS today for Soup and Sandwiches. We thank all for your service!
All First Responders and Veterans are invited to GHS on Friday, November 8th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for Soup and Sandwiches!
Another great performance by our talented Orchestra students lead by Mr. Lovell! Thanks to our friends from GMS for joining us tonight as well! #LionPride
Thank you to Ms. Hall and Mr. Burgeson for putting on our ACT Prep opportunities for students during conference times the past two days. We are grateful to have time to provide these additional opportunities to students! #LionPride
"Education is the most powerful tool which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela
Jeff Pacha, GHS Math Teacher, recieved the District Attitude Award. He was nominated by Dirk Ankerholz, Katie Barrientos, and Heather Aldrich.
Dirk Ankerholz said, “Jeff has been an excellent department chair. I have taught in multiple districts over my teaching career and Jeff is the best department chair I have had the pleasure of working with. He cares about his teachers and advocates for the betterment of not only the department but the school itself. He puts in extra time and is always willing to help with anything we need to make our lives, both professional and private, better. I am proud to call him my department chair, and I believe my life is better for having him in it.”
Katie Barrientos said, “Jeff emits positivity on a daily basis. His positivity glows out of him and into everyone who surrounds him. He is rarely seen without a smile on his face. He is quite the prankster and can lighten any mood. He also has a talent for reaching students on a personal level so they know they have someone in their corner. Jeff challenges me to be a better, more positive teacher every day! He is an incredible department head for the math department here at GHS and we are lucky to have him!”
Heather Aldrich said, “I am new to the district and have felt such a warm and enthusiastic welcome from Jeff. My first introduction to Jeff was before my interview, and he had a box with "something" inside to show the ladies in the front office. All they had to do was to open the lid. They fell for it, something popped out, and they jumped back in surprise. It was a fantastic introduction to this district where a relaxed and congenial demeanor seems to be the norm.
Jeff began welcoming me early on in the onboarding process and even invited me to a department get-together in May so I could meet some of my new colleagues. We ended up going to the same week of a Textron Aviation Externship in July and he was just so helpful in introducing me to the culture of the District and GHS. He answered my questions, requested my opinions, and asked what things I was concerned about so he could help make my transition as smooth and stress-free as possible. Jeff continues to show this welcoming attitude as he frequently arranges lunches for us to attend during our prep week and other ways for people to connect. Couple all these efforts with his bright and cheery personality, and you have a winner as a colleague and a department head.”
Thank you to Mr. Brad White, our Keynote speaker for tonight's NHS Induction Ceremony. He gave a great message of pursuit in life for our students. Congratulations to this year's Lionian Chapter of the National Honor Society! #LionPride
Celebrating our awesome custodians today at GHS for Custodian Day! Our head custodian, Chris Kinney, and her crew are incredible at keeping our building safe, clean, and running smoothly!
Goddard High School is looking for a dedicated individual to be our At Risk Paraprofessional! Join the GHS Family and help students be successful and prepared for beyond high school!
