Dear Buffalo Families,
Republic County USD #109 has become aware of a troubling post that has been shared widely this week on the social media platform TikTok across the nation. The post refers to a threat to school safety “for every school in the USA, even elementary,” on Friday, December 17.
The post appears to be part of a national TikTok trend and did not originate in our school district or Kansas from what we have learned. While we do not believe the threat to be credible, we are closely monitoring the situation and taking it seriously.
Additionally, the district has been in contact with the Belleville City Police Department regarding the post. We may have an increased police presence in our buildings on Friday as an added precaution.
This situation serves as a good example of why it is important to avoid sharing posts online that refer to school safety threats. Even if they are not credible threats, they can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety for our students, families, and staff. We ask our families to monitor their children’s social media activity and speak with them about proper behavior online.
If you or your child become aware of any potential threat posted to social media or anywhere else, please notify a school staff member, the Belleville City Police Department or trusted adult right away.
As always, thank you for your partnership as we work to ensure a safe, secure, and positive learning environment for our students.
Sincerely,
Larry Lyder
Superintendent
Republic County USD #109
1993 graduate Jana Stump-Shelfer and her husband Jason came to RCJSHS to speak to our junior high students about living with positivity in the world today. She has started a company with her husband called, ‘Living Lucky’ which promotes positivity and how to spread gratitude for what life gives you.
League Tournament Jr High games have been moved to here at Republic County tonight due to Southeast-Saline not having power. Games will be in the main gym, girls at 5:00 and boys to follow.
High school wrestling is in the new gym at 6:30. Come out and support all of the Buffalo teams tonight!
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Buffalo Family:
We hope everyone is safe this evening after today's strong winds and thunderstorm that rolled through the community.
We definitely look forward to the wind calming down overnight and having everyone back in the buildings tomorrow and Friday to wrap up the first semester with great learning opportunities and activities.
Stay safe and see everyone tomorrow morning.
Jr High League Tournament-RCJH Girls play at Southeast at 5:00 on Thursday, boys also play at Southeast following the girls. Winners move on to bracket play Saturday at Republic County. Good luck Jr Buffs!!
Mr. Justin Ferrell, Republic County District Attorney talking to students about Social Media.
USD #109 has the following positions open for the 2022-2023 school year. To learn more about the positions and apply please click on the following link:
https://usd109.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
-High School ELA Teacher
-Jr High Math Teacher
-6th Grade Teacher
-Elementary Teacher
-Jr High Principal/Jr High Activities Director
-Director of Curriculum and Instruction
-Elementary Library Aide
-Administrative Assistants at the Jr/Sr High School (One will start in February to train if a candidate can be found and the other in August)
Try these more inspirational, encouraging words instead of good luck.
Due to the forecasted weather of the High Wind Warning tomorrow with 30-40mph winds and gusts of 70mph expected and with student/staff a high priority, USD 109 will not have school tomorrow, Wednesday, December 15.
IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
No School for Republic County USD 109 on Wednesday, December 15.
This is a great way to help our children learn to manage their anger. It’s good for them to understand that it’s ok to be angry, but we have to manage our anger in appropriate ways. Shared from Adverse Childhood Experiences-ACE’s
USD 109 welcomes Edward Sandburg to the Board of Education as the newly appointed member to replace Kevin Milner who resigned in October.
High school games at Beloit-Tuesday, December 14 begin at 5:00 p.m.
No JV Girls Game. Game schedule is 5:00-JV Boys, 6:00 Varsity Girls, Varsity Boys to Follow. All games will be in their main gym.
It's the final regular season games tonight for Jr High Basketball! The Jr. Buffs travel to Ellsworth, games begin at 4:00. The game schedule is B Girls, B Boys, A Girls, A Boys all in their main gym. Good Luck Jr. Buffs!
Students are invited to join the East Elementary Staff in dressing up this week!
Monday, Dec. 13 - Santa’s Workshop - Wear outfits that could be in Santa’s shop- Santa, Elves, Reindeer, or Snowmen
Tuesday, Dec. 14 - Christmas Sweater Day - Wear a Christmas Sweater, your favorite, an ugly one, or somewhere inbetween.
Wednesday, Dec.15 - Festive Socks - Wear your favorite Christmas, Holiday or Festive Socks.
Thursday, Dec.16- Christmas Headwear/Gear - Wear a festive headband or hat.
Friday, Dec.17- Festive Wear Day Wear your favorite Christmas/festive wear. Put it all together! Have fun, be creative and see what you come up with.
If you don’t have the right items for a day, please do not make this stressful, we want to have fun! Wear red and/or green any day of the week!
Art Club is selling ❄️ DIY SNOW GLOBE kits ❄️ $12 each
Ordere are due this Wednesday and can be picked up Thursday and Friday this week in the Ag Shop. Please contact Mrs. Strnad to get your order in!
Kits include supplies, snack, & hot cocoa! (You will need a hot glue gun and water to create your project.)
RC Wrestlers are the champs at Hesston! ❤️💙
Going into the final round of wrestling, RC Wrestlers are holding strong in 1st place by 55 points! ❤️💙