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District Announcements
2010-2011 School Year
The 2010-2011 Derby Public School Calendar is still being finalized, however the following dates have been approved by the Board of Education for the 2010-2011 school year:
July 5............Independence Day
August 16...........First Day of School
September 6............Labor Day
October 26..........Conference - Evening
28...........Conference - Day and Evening
29 ..........No School
November 11 ...........Veteran’s Day (observed)
24-26 ......Fall Break
December 17-Jan 1 ..Winter Break
January 17 ...........Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 15 ............Conference - Evening
17 ...........Conference - Day and Evening
18 ...........No School
21 ...........Presidents’ Day
March 21-25 .......Spring Break
May 26 ............Last Day of School
30 .........Memorial Day
Internet Safety Class
The Internet is a wonderful resource for everyone, but access to it can have hazards for kids. If you would like to learn more about internet safety as it pertains to children of all ages, call today to sign up for the Internet Safety Class. This one hour class will be taught by Detective Agnew of the Derby Police Department, who has considerable experience with this subject. Adults will learn practical suggestions and most importantly, pro-active tips to help ensure safety. The class will provide information regarding online predators, fraud, sites inappropriate for children and many other areas that are a source of concern for parents. To register for the class, being held on March 25, 7:00 pm at the Educational Support Center, please call the Derby Police Department at 788-1557.
Driver's Education Summer 2010-2011
March 23 - Enrollment Forms available outside the Finance Office
March 24 - Enrollment for in-district students begins
Lecture Hall doors open at 8:30 a.m.
Lecture Hall doors open at 8:30 a.m.
April 1 - Enrollment for out-of-district student begins
April 12 - Enrollment ends (unless already full)
Cost - $250.00
Session Dates - Session 1 - June 7 thru June 30
Session 2 - July 6 thru July 29
It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students have an instruction permit prior to starting Driver's Education.
Information at www.ksrevenue.org or Driver’s License Exam Stations (1823 W. 21st St. N #42a Wichita, Phone #821-9920 or 111 W. Central Ave. Andover, Phone #733-0106).
Information at www.ksrevenue.org or Driver’s License Exam Stations (1823 W. 21st St. N #42a Wichita, Phone #821-9920 or 111 W. Central Ave. Andover, Phone #733-0106).
High School Alumni Directory Underway
In an effort to better connect with Derby Public Schools alumni, our high school has contracted with Harris Connect to create an alumni directory. This national publisher will be beginning efforts soon. Should you, friends or family receive a postcard or phone call from Harris Connect, please note that this is a legitimate project. Participation, however, is completely voluntary and at the discretion of alumni as to their inclusion in or purchase of the publication.
Grassroots Effort
The district has been talking about budgets publicly for some time now. Superintendent, Craig Wilford, has gone to Topeka, along with district directors, Board of Education members, one of our principals, and even a student, to clearly state the severity these cuts would represent to our district. One state senator asked for clarification saying, “Some people say there is still fat to cut. Are you saying we are now down to bone and muscle or do we have more fat to trim?”
The superintendents told him we are truly down to bone and muscle, which you will see represented in these suggested budget cuts. KASB (the Kansas Association of School Boards) is recommending we be prepared for anywhere from $286-$600 per pupil reductions, which equates to an additional $2.2 to $5 million in cuts if the Kansas State Legislature does not make changes to the current budget proposal.
Since we do not know what the future holds, legislators need to know how important public education is to each of us. To do this in a unified manner, we have prepared a “Grassroots Effort” that includes background, contacts, and details regarding the budget crisis. If you are concerned and want to take action, click below.
Grassroots Effort Campaign
The superintendents told him we are truly down to bone and muscle, which you will see represented in these suggested budget cuts. KASB (the Kansas Association of School Boards) is recommending we be prepared for anywhere from $286-$600 per pupil reductions, which equates to an additional $2.2 to $5 million in cuts if the Kansas State Legislature does not make changes to the current budget proposal.
Since we do not know what the future holds, legislators need to know how important public education is to each of us. To do this in a unified manner, we have prepared a “Grassroots Effort” that includes background, contacts, and details regarding the budget crisis. If you are concerned and want to take action, click below.
Grassroots Effort Campaign
Legislator Contact Information
Please click here to view contact information for Kansas legislators.
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Pandemic Response Plan
Derby Public Schools is committed to the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on its campus. In order to support that commitment, a Pandemic Response Plan has been developed to assist Derby Schools in protecting its students and staff during an emergency situation.
The Pandemic Response Plan for Derby Public Schools provides guidance to our district regarding detection, response and recovery from an influenza pandemic. The Plan describes the unique challenges posed by a pandemic that may require specific leadership decisions, response actions, and communications methods.
Please click here to download a pdf copy of the District's Pandemic Response Plan.
The Pandemic Response Plan for Derby Public Schools provides guidance to our district regarding detection, response and recovery from an influenza pandemic. The Plan describes the unique challenges posed by a pandemic that may require specific leadership decisions, response actions, and communications methods.
Please click here to download a pdf copy of the District's Pandemic Response Plan.
