We've had some exciting movement in the standings!
📊 Current Leaderboard:
6th Grade:
🥇 1st – Lawrence
🥈 2nd – Thompson
🥉 3rd – Kinder
5th Grade:
🥇 1st – Barger
🥈 2nd – Cocking
🥉 3rd – Phelps
But it's not over yet! 👀 Monday is another BONUS day — and here's how to rack up points:
🥜 Peanut Butter (16oz or larger) = 5 POINTS
🍇 Peanut Butter (under 16oz) & Jelly = 2 points
We are truly overwhelmed by the generosity of our students and their families — THANK YOU! 🙏 Let's finish strong Monday through Wednesday!
Dear Goddard Public Schools Staff and Families,
Neighbors United Goddard is happening tomorrow, Saturday, April 25, 2026, and we would love for you to be part of this incredible day of service and community connection.
We are still looking for volunteers to join us. Registration will take place at the Goddard District Stadium from 7:00 to 7:30 a.m., and there are still plenty of project sites available for individuals and families to serve together. Click below for more details:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1499152881939945
Volunteers can expect a meaningful and fun experience, along with a free event t-shirt, breakfast, and lunch. Whether you come on your own or bring the whole family, this is a great opportunity to give back while spending time together in service to our community.
In addition to volunteer projects, there are two special opportunities taking place at the Goddard Linear Park Pavilion, 108 N. Main Street:
Plant and Seed Swap Event, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Bring a piece of your garden to share, such as plant cuttings, divided perennials, seeds, or small garden items. Participants can drop off items as early as 8:00 a.m. and then “shop” beginning at 10:00 a.m. It is a fun and simple way to trade plants and grow something new while connecting with others in the community. In addition, students from the Goddard High School Ecology and Biology programs, under the leadership of teacher Darcie Lowry, have cultivated 100 indoor houseplant starter kits that will be given away to community members who stop by. This work is an extension of a Goddard Education Foundation Innovative Teacher Grant, bringing classroom learning to life while giving back to the community in a meaningful way. CLICK HERE for more details:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1784640216043365
Sports Equipment Donation and Pickup
Drop off gently used sports equipment between 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Families in need are invited to pick up equipment from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. All remaining donated items will go back into our community through local junior league programs, helping ensure every child has access to the equipment they need to participate. A special thank you to the Summer Ball Showdown for coordinating this opportunity. Click below for more details:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/2189421978525736
We encourage everyone to follow the Neighbors United Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NeighborsUnitedGoddard for updates. In the event of severe or dangerous weather, any cancellation will be announced by 7:00 a.m. If the event has already begun and conditions change, volunteers will be safely dismissed and further communication will be provided.
Thank you for continuing to make Goddard Public Schools such a strong and caring community.
These incredible students were nominated by our amazing staff members who have witnessed them making a difference each and every day here at Discovery. We are so proud of you! James Mazur, Kaidyn Wilson, Donald Crocker, Owen Connor, Brennan Bishop, Felicitee Velazquez, Chassy Shultz, Aubrey Dykes, Ellie Taylor, Brecken Agee,
Elijah Myking, Kinsley Kampling, Cora Schweizer, Miah Lawhead, Kallen Wilson, Caleb Hottman. Not pictured: Olivia Cole and Ms. Lawrence's homeroom class.
These incredible students were nominated by our amazing staff members who have witnessed them making a difference each and every day here at Discovery. We are so proud of you! James Mazur, Kaidyn Wilson, Donald Crocker, Owen Connor, Brennan Bishop, Felicitee Velazquez, Chassy Shultz, Aubrey Dykes, Ellie Taylor, Brecken Agee,
Elijah Myking, Kinsley Kampling, Cora Schweizer, Miah Lawhead, Kallen Wilson, Caleb Hottman. Not pictured: Olivia Cole and Ms. Lawrence's homeroom class.
What an incredible day at our food drive — the boxes are packed with cans of tuna, and Barger's class alone brought in over 100 cans! 🙌 Amazing effort!
📊 Current Rankings:
🏆 6th Grade
🥇 1st – Lawrence
🥈 2nd – Kinder
🥉 3rd – Henriques
🏆 5th Grade
🥇 1st – Barger
🥈 2nd – Phelps
🥉 3rd – Cocking
📅 Tomorrow's featured items:
🍝 Dry pasta
🍅 Canned spaghetti sauce
🧀 Mac & cheese
Remember — ALL donations count for FULL point values, so every box and bag makes a difference! Let's keep it going!
What an amazing day — donations were UP and the competition is heating up! Here's where things stand:
🏆 6th Grade Standings:
🥇 1st – Lawrence
🥈 2nd – Kinder
🥉 3rd – Henriques
🏆 5th Grade Standings:
🥇 1st – Barger
🥈 2nd – Phelps
🥉 3rd – DeMoss
But hold on — tomorrow is a GAME CHANGER! 🎯 Canned meat, chicken, or tuna = 5 points per can/bag! Any class could move up the leaderboard!
And don't worry — all previously donated items still count for full point value. Every single donation makes a difference!
📚 6th Grade
🥇 1st – Henriques
🤝 Tied for 2nd – Henson, LaMar & Lawrence
📚 5th Grade
🥇 1st – Barger
🥈 2nd – Furukawa
🥉 3rd – Mac
Forgot your items today? No worries — just bring them tomorrow! Wednesday's focus items are 🥣 Cereal & Instant Potatoes. Let's keep the momentum going!
Tuesday's featured items are:
🌽 Canned Corn
🫘 Canned Green Beans
🍑 Canned Fruit
Each can is worth 2 points — and the 5th or 6th grade class with the most points at the end of the drive wins a 🍧 SNO CONE PARTY at Mrs. Cole's Tropical Sno! 🍧
Let's come together to support our local food bank and make a difference in our community. Thank you for your kindness and generosity! 💛
Watching this orchestra grow throughout the year has been nothing short of beautiful — from the first rehearsals to tonight's performance, the dedication, heart, and music these musicians bring is truly something special.
So proud of everything they've accomplished this year. Here's to the journey, the growth, and all the music still to come.
Event Details:
Goddard High School (GHS)
Monday, April 13th
1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Goddard High School Parking Lot
Eisenhower High School (EHS)
Thursday, April 16th
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Eisenhower High School Parking Lot
During these times, community members in the area may notice a significant presence of emergency vehicles, including police, fire, and other first responders, with active lights and sirens. This activity is part of a planned simulation and training exercise.
We want to reassure our community that these events are fully coordinated, controlled, and focused on student education. There is no active emergency, and students and staff are not in any danger. We’d like to additionally take this opportunity to express our gratitude to all of the agencies involved in bringing this experience to our school communities:
D.U.I Victims Center of Kansas
Garden Plain Police Department
Kansas Highway Patrol
Sedgwick County Sheriff's Department
Sedgwick County Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Wichita Fire Department
Wichita State University Police
USD 265 School Police
USD 265 Transportation
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work together with our community partners to provide meaningful learning experiences that help keep our students safe. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting the well-being of our students and schools!
Our fundraiser was a huge success, and it wouldn't have been possible without each and every one of you. Thank you so much to everyone who participated — your support means the world!
Shoutout to our Rubik's Cube competitors! Yesterday's tournament was a huge success — Discovery 1 placed 2nd in the intermediate group category, and Trindon Pruitt placed 1st in individual 2x2 solves. So proud of the teams for showing up and showing out! They've got one more tournament in May — we're cheering you on!
Clairen Perkins, Sawyer Schopf, Kash Holmes, Hunter Beck, Ava Rodriguez, Charlotte Arens, Addie Tull, Kennedy Shaffer, Cooper Scifres, Alex Schafers, Sawyer Jones, Gabe Banks, Camden Ferris, Isaac Chase, Brooklyn Stone, Elizabeth Zimmerman, Leah Birkey, Hadley Johnston, Jaxon McGowan, John Ward, Easton Morris, Eevie Sparkman, Henry Budd, Jaynnie Rivera, and Caleb Hottman. Not Pictured: Tommy Glenny and Jessie Mitchell
Clairen Perkins, Sawyer Schopf, Kash Holmes, Hunter Beck, Ava Rodriguez, Charlotte Arens, Addie Tull, Kennedy Shaffer, Cooper Scifres, Alex Schafers, Sawyer Jones, Gabe Banks, Camden Ferris, Isaac Chase, Brooklyn Stone, Elizabeth Zimmerman, Leah Birkey, Hadley Johnston, Jaxon McGowan, John Ward, Easton Morris, Eevie Sparkman, Henry Budd, Jaynnie Rivera, and Caleb Hottman. Not Pictured: Tommy Glenny and Jessie Mitchell
Clairen Perkins, Sawyer Schopf, Kash Holmes, Hunter Beck, Ava Rodriguez, Charlotte Arens, Addie Tull, Kennedy Shaffer, Cooper Scifres, Alex Schafers, Sawyer Jones, Gabe Banks, Camden Ferris, Isaac Chase, Brooklyn Stone, Elizabeth Zimmerman, Leah Birkey, Hadley Johnston, Jaxon McGowan, John Ward, Easton Morris, Eevie Sparkman, Henry Budd, Jaynnie Rivera, and Caleb Hottman. Not Pictured: Tommy Glenny and Jessie Mitchell
Dreaming of joining the EMS Cheer Team? Here's your chance!
All 6th graders interested in trying out for the 2026-2027 EMS Cheer Team are invited to an informational meeting on Monday, March 30th during BOB time at Discovery with Ms. Lawrence.
Don't miss out — check out the flyer for all the details! 👇
#265Family, we’re hard at work gearing up for the 2026–2027 school year, and we can’t do it without YOU! Mark your calendars for these upcoming, new student enrollment events: Tag your neighbors and friends who are moving or have just moved into Goddard Public Schools to join us!
KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT EVENTS
- Thursday, April 9th, 2026
- 6:30–7:30 p.m.
- At each individual elementary school
For families with incoming Kindergarteners - meet the staff, explore the building, and get your little learner ready for their big adventure! Not sure which school your address falls under? Check district boundaries at the link in our bio!
PRE-K PRE-ENROLLMENT EVENT
- Thursday, April 16th, 2026
- 4:30–7:30 p.m. (Come & Go)
- Challenger Intermediate School
Is your child turning 3 or 4 years old on or before August 31st, 2026, and living within GPS boundaries? Come learn about our incredible Pre-K programs!
Sign up, register, or learn more: https://www.goddardusd.com/o/gps/page/enrollment-26-27
