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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Scott McWilliams has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2026. The Auburn-Washburn Board of Education is beginning the important process of selecting the...
Auburn-Washburn Superintendent of Schools Announces Retirement
Auburn-Washburn Superintendent of Schools Dr. Scott McWilliams has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2026, following more than three decades of service in public education. Before...
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Auburn-Washburn USD 437
REMINDER: Friday, October 10, 2025, is a Staff Work Day. Students will not have school on this date.
Pauline South Intermediate School
With Parent Teacher Conferences upcoming, please consider donating to help feed our staff during conferences!
Thank you!
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Help feed our Teachers during Parent Teacher Conferences
We are seeking donations of the following food items for teachers to enjoy during Parent Teacher Conferences on October 15 and October 16. If you are able to help, please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Desserts and other food items may be dropped off at the scho...
Get ready to trot for a cause!🏃♂️🦃All of our elementary schools are joining together for our first-ever Turkey Trot 5K & Fun Run to raise funds that benefit each school’s PTO! Bring your family, lace up your shoes, and come run, walk, or trot with us!
📅 When: Saturday, November 22
📍 Where: Washburn Rural High School
💻 Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Register?raceId=189544&privateEventCode=rural
Every registration supports your local elementary school. Let’s make this a district tradition full of fun, feathers, and community spirit!
🎉 Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night! 🎉
Join us for a night of fun, food, and games while supporting our school!
📅 Date: Friday, October 17th
🕓 Time: 3-9 pm
📍 Location: Chuck E. Cheese - 2215 SW Wannamaker Rd.
Just mention our school name at checkout (or show the flyer), and a portion of your total will be donated right back to our PTO! Bring the whole family for pizza, prizes, and playtime — it’s a win-win! 🍕🎟️🐭
Auburn-Washburn USD 437
Join the Washburn Rural High School Student Council for a Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 30, from 5:30–6:30 PM. This family-friendly event is open to the entire Auburn-Washburn community. Don your favorite costume and stop by for a fun evening! Parking information and a map are available at https://usd437.net/news/2025-10-student-council-to-host-trunk-or-treat/public-wrhs-home.
SENT Topeka
Did you know most kids’ Halloween costumes cost $30–$50 each? 😰
And that 1 in 5 kids struggle with mental health — yet most never get the support they need?
That’s why we're hosting the annual SENT Halloween Costume Giveaway & Child Wellness Fair. 🧡 We believe every child deserves to celebrate Halloween with confidence, and every family deserves access to tools that support their mental, physical, and emotional health. This brings it all together in a fun, safe, and family-centered environment.
Halloween Costume Giveaway + Child Mental Wellness Fair
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
🕘 9:00–11:00 AM
📍 SENT Inc. | 455 SE Golf Park Blvd
💲 FREE
✅ Pick out a FREE costume
✅ Explore wellness stations for kids
✅ Get a FREE flu shot
✅ Shop our FREE food pantry
Because every family deserves a joyful Halloween — and a strong foundation for well-being. 💪
Contact: tricia@senttopeka.com | (785) 783-2535
Proud partners: Healthy Blue, Fellowship Hi-Crest, Hi-Crest NIA & KVC Kansas
FB Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/669320532848202
Press Release: https://senttopeka.com/2025/08/26/press-release-annual-halloween-costume-collection-giveaway-child-mental-wellness-fair/
SENT Inc. | Loving Relationships & Strategic Development
Contact us! 📲 (785) 783-2535 | 📧 info@senttopeka.com
We would love for you to join us tomorrow in our library!
Pauline South Intermediate School
Our next PTO meeting is coming up in October.
📅 Date: Next Tuesday - October 7th
🕒 Time: 5:30 pm
📍 Location: Pauline South Library!
We’d love for you to join us as we plan upcoming events and support our students and staff. Your ideas and input make a big difference—hope to see you there!
Everyone who attends will have their name put into a drawing for a gift card!--
With Parent Teacher Conferences upcoming, please consider donating to help feed our staff during conferences!
Thank you!
signupgenius.com
Help feed our Teachers during Parent Teacher Conferences
We are seeking donations of the following food items for teachers to enjoy during Parent Teacher Conferences on October 15 and October 16. If you are able to help, please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Desserts and other food items may be dropped off at the scho...
Our next PTO meeting is coming up in October.
📅 Date: Next Tuesday - October 7th
🕒 Time: 5:30 pm
📍 Location: Pauline South Library!
We’d love for you to join us as we plan upcoming events and support our students and staff. Your ideas and input make a big difference—hope to see you there!
Everyone who attends will have their name put into a drawing for a gift card!--