Today we celebrate our Bulldog Nation paraprofessionals and teacher aides. Our district is fortunate to have such high-caliber individuals serving the needs of our students and teachers every day. These women deserve our greatest appreciation. Thank you for helping our district connect today's students to tomorrow's opportunities.!
Interested 7th graders attended the Social Impact Career event at K-STATE today. They attended breakout sessions that focused on “helping careers” and were lucky to catch-up with an MHS 2024 graduate.
Prom 2025
Congratulations!! Madison High School has been selected as a 2025 All-Star High School. The All-Star High School program, launched in 2022, extends the Apply Kansas mission to enhance college access by guiding students through the application process. Students in these schools receive support in completing admissions applications, seeking financial aid, and celebrating all postsecondary paths. This ongoing series of events, sustained year after year, cultivates a college-going atmosphere throughout the entire school community.
https://www.kansasregents.gov/students/apply-kansas/all-star-high-schools
Congratulations!
Tonight's the night! Please plan to attend our first ever MES STEM Night. STEM Night will take place at the elementary school from 6-7:30 PM. Stop by the check in table, pick up a passport for your student and rotate to each station to fill the passport. MES STUCO will be serving Nachos for a free will donation. It's going to be a great time that you won't want to miss!
👧👦 Learning alert! 💬🧠🎨🏃♂️
Mrs. Adams’ High School Child Development class spent the past three days at our Early Learning Center, learning with and from our youngest students! High schoolers observed and interacted with the 3, 4, and 5 year-olds to explore how early childhood activities support speech & language development, motor skills, social/emotional growth, and cognitive learning.
From building block towers to chalk masterpieces, our students got a hands-on look at how toys, spaces, and play styles—like associative, cooperative, and parallel play—help young minds grow. 🧩📚🤝
Both groups had a blast, and the connections made were heartwarming. Our high school students were wonderful role models for our littlest learners!💛
📸 Check out the joyful moments below!
Congratulations!
For a list of winners, visit: https://ruddfoundation.org/scholars/winners
Immediate Release
Rudd Foundation Celebrates Largest Cohort of Rudd Scholars Yet, Expanding Its Legacy Across Kansas
Wichita, KS (3/26/2025) – The Rudd Foundation is thrilled to announce its largest cohort of Rudd Scholars to date, welcoming 50 driven and determined Kansas high school seniors who exemplify resilience, a strong work ethic, and a deep commitment to their communities. These remarkable students join a growing network of Rudd Scholars, now represented in 72 of Kansas’ 105 counties.
Each Rudd Scholar is awarded a prestigious four-year, full-ride scholarship to attend Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Kansas State University, or Wichita State University. This year’s cohort (full list attached), which brings the total number of active scholars to 148 for the 2025-2026 academic year, consists of 6 scholars attending Emporia State, 9 attending Fort Hays State, 21 attending Kansas State, and 14 attending Wichita State. The program also celebrates 69 accomplished alumni who continue to carry forward the vision of Leslie Rudd through their professional and personal contributions to Kansas.
"Leslie Rudd’s dream was to see what a young person with work ethic and determination can achieve when the financial burden of college is removed," said Darrell Swank, President of the Rudd Foundation. "He believed in giving a hand up, not a handout, and we are honored to support these outstanding students as they pursue their education and contribute to their communities."
Since its inception, the Rudd Scholar Program has provided over 260 scholarships, an approximate total of $10.2 million investment in Kansas students. By focusing on more than just financial support, the program inspires scholars to embrace the pillars of support, professional development, mentorship, and giving back.
“The Rudd Scholarship is not just about paying for school; it is about building a lifelong network of learning, growth, and contribution,” said Corri Roberts, Vice President of the Rudd Foundation. “Our 148 active scholars and 69 alumni embody Mr. Rudd’s vision by supporting one another and striving to improve their communities, creating a ripple effect across Kansas.”
This year’s Rudd Scholars reflect the Foundation’s enduring commitment to transforming lives and strengthening the state of Kansas, ensuring that future generations continue to dream big and achieve extraordinary goals.
www.ruddfoundation.org
Wichita, Kansas 67219
For more information about the Rudd Foundation and the Rudd Scholars Program, please visit www.ruddfoundation.org.
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Contact: Corri Roberts, Vice President, Rudd Scholarship Program Phone: 316-847-4828 Email: corri.roberts@ruddfoundation.org
The Madison forensics team participated in their second tournament yesterday evening in Burlington. This was a large 20 school tournament. The IDA team of Cheyenne Trower and Emma Fankhauser placed 4th overall competing against 25 other teams, medaling in their second meet.
Lions Club Golf Tournament.
Get signed up for the Class of '26 Golf Tournament!
Madison has double state qualifiers after today’s Forensics meet in Emporia. Emma Fankhauser and Cheyenne Trower took the gold in IDA ( Improvised Duet Acting) and Emma also took silver in Impromptu.
Congratulations!
The JH Pathfinder class learned about careers that use scale models and created mini-mini golf holes as a culminating project. Then, they played a round of mini-mini golf to test their marble putting skills!
Jr High Cheer Tryouts will be held March 25th—27th, 5:30-7:00 pm.
Jr. High Cheer Tryouts
Is your student interested in trying out for Jr. High Cheer? Have them fill out an interest form today! https://forms.gle/CEdxs9cGFyQn6zCD8. Students can also find this form in their emails.
Who can try out?
Tryouts are open to all incoming 7th and 8th graders for the 2025-2026 school year.
Why fill out the form?
It’s not required to try out, but it helps us plan for the number of participants at tryouts!
Clinic & Tryouts: March 25th-27th -- 5:30pm-7pm
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at tcowley@usd386.net.
This group attended wrangler rally tech day. Toured welding precision ag, industrial eng, power plant, automotive, and machine tool.
Here’s a little teaser from the musical, The Awesome 80s, showing tomorrow night (March 6) at 7pm in the HS theater! Admission is free, but donations to support future productions will be accepted at the door!
USD #386 will hold it's annual "Early Learning Screening" on Friday, April 11, 2025 from 8 am-12 pm at Madison Elementary School. Time slots will fill up fast. Please call the school at (620) 437-2918 or email Alana Engle at aengle@usd386.net to set up an appointment.
