I’m excited to announce that the Olpe Stadium will be open this coming Monday for community use from before school hours until around dark each day.
This incredible facility is much more than just a football field. The turf and track create a tremendous outdoor space for walking, exercise, training, and organized activities for students and community members alike. USD 252 is proud to provide a facility that we hope people of all ages will enjoy for years to come.
At this time, the main gate in the southwest corner will be unlocked each morning and locked each evening by school personnel until security cameras are installed, which we hope will be completed by mid-June.
Please note that the track team will be practicing at the facility through the end of May. During practice times, we ask community members to please stay off the track and be respectful of team practices and activities.
As we open the stadium to the public, we ask everyone to help us take care of it:
*No food, gum, or sunflower seeds on the turf.
*No bikes, skateboards, or pets allowed inside the stadium at any time.
*Please clean up after yourself.
*Children should be supervised.
This is not intended to be an unsupervised playground, but rather a place for organized activities, exercise, and community enjoyment.
I'm extremely thankful to everyone who helped make this project possible and look forward to seeing our students and communities enjoy this beautiful facility.
Ryan Muhlig
Superintendent, USD 252
USD 252 is exploring summer learning opportunities to support students in reading and math and is in the process of applying for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) grant. The 21st CCLC grant provides funding for extended learning opportunities, including academic support, enrichment activities, and family engagement beyond the regular school day. We are asking families to share their perspective on student needs and the potential benefits of a summer program. Your input will help guide planning and strengthen our grant application to better serve students and families. Thank you for taking a few minutes to share your thoughts and support our schools.
Use link below to fill out survey
Due to the negative morning temperatures and dangerous windchills, along with more than 15% of our students being called in sick last Friday, Southern Lyon County will have no school or daycare tomorrow, January 26. I hope this extra day gives everyone additional time to get well.
Please stay warm and safe.
Ryan Muhlig
Superintendent
USD 252 wishes to extend its sincere appreciation to each Member of the Board of Education for their exemplary service to our communities and public schools.
We invite you to join us in expressing gratitude to our School Board Members for their commitment and their advocacy on behalf of every child within our communities.
The Members serving USD 252 Southern Lyon County, along with their years served include:
Emily Darbyshire - 6 years
Brad Hoelting - 2 years
Melissa Carson - 4 years
Gene Windle - 15 years
Charles Steffes - 17 years
Michael Dieker - New
Greg Markowitz - New
Celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month with us by thanking our School Board Members!
Support the Southern Lyon County Education Fund (SLCEF)
The SLCEF does more than provide scholarships for our seniors at the end of the year — it also helps meet student needs all year long across USD 252. Your generosity directly impacts our kids and strengthens our communities.
If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back — or if you need an end-of-year tax benefit — please consider supporting the SLCEF.
You can donate at either location:
USD 252 District Central Office
100 Commercial Street, Hartford, KS 66854
Emporia Community Foundation
527 Commercial St. #B, Emporia, KS 66801
If you have questions, feel free to call (620) 392-5510.
Thank you for helping us invest in the future of Southern Lyon County!
Exciting News! The 2025 Hopkins Awards Are BIG!
The Hopkins Foundation is recognizing 25 outstanding teachers across Lyon County this year!
Each selected teacher will receive:
$1,500 cash award
$500 for classroom materials or projects
That’s a $50,000 investment directly supporting educators and students in our local schools.
This is an amazing chance to highlight exceptional teaching and bring meaningful resources into classrooms. Click on the link below to nominate a teacher.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfWnCGPEY3LhZENwDG8JruaIcikgBJIxjNdjKOTGxYzbv3Udw/viewform
