The Places Our Kids Are Growing Up In

The Places Our Kids Are Growing Up In

Think about all the things that happen in a school hallway. Kids meeting their friends between classes. A teacher stopping to check on a student. Little feet rushing to lunch. High fives, hugs, laughter, hard days, big accomplishments, and a whole lot of growing up....
More Than a Map: Where Our Students Live

More Than a Map: Where Our Students Live

When the district selected the location for the proposed new high school, where the majority of our students and families live was an important part of that decision. As of September 8, 2026, USD 251 has 350 students. 283 are resident students who live within the...
Alumni Spotlight: Jacquelyne Leffler

Alumni Spotlight: Jacquelyne Leffler

For Jacquelyne Leffler, USD 251 is more than the place she went to school. It is part of the story of who she became—and now, it is the community she has chosen to raise her family in. Jacquelyne attended Americus and Northern Heights High School, graduating in 2008....

Let’s Talk Evergy: What Does It Mean for USD 251?

There has been some discussion about Evergy’s value and what it could mean for USD 251. Here’s what the most current information shows. In 2026, Evergy’s assessed value in USD 251 went up about 10%, or about 5 million dollars. This information comes from the Kansas...