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We are always excited to welcome new and returning families to Seitz Elementary! The staff at Seitz and USD 475 work hard to plan instruction that is just what your child needs, whether it be additional support to reach their grade level standards or challenge to advance beyond the standards. We will continue to strive for a high level of academic rigor while maintaining a welcoming, safe learning environment.
We look forward to a fun and successful school year!
Kathryn Friesen, Principal
KathrynFriesen@usd475.org
785-717-6500
News & Announcements
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The Junction City High School and Junction City Alternative Education (H.D. Karns) JAG-K programs had a banner weekend at the 2024 National Career Development Conference in St. Louis, Mo.
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Seitz Elementary School proudly announces the conclusion of its eagerly anticipated annual Battle of the Books competition, a riveting event that wrapped up last week, showcasing the incredible literary talents and competitive spirit of its students. This year's competition was a remarkable display of reading comprehension, teamwork, and strategic thinking among participants from 2nd to 5th grades.
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Six Junction City High School advanced culinary students were recently awarded ServSafe® Manager National Certification by passing a 90-question, multiple-choice managers exam.
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Join Geary County Schools USD 475 on Tuesday, April 30 as we celebrate our 2023-24 school year in style at our annual State of Education event inside the Junction City High School USD 475 auditorium. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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Every now and then a teacher comes into a group of student’s lives and really impacts them on a personal level. For first-year Fort Riley Middle School Special Education teacher Ric Dillard that is exactly what he has done, the only difference though is that he has inspired an entire school during his first-year teaching.
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Junction City High School seniors Ava Oentrich and Leon Leadabrand were named 2024 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars by the Kansas State Department of Education this week.