Eudora Schools

10/13/2026

Come out tonight to support the VB team as we recognize our 4 seniors and they play for a league championship.
All K-8 students wearing a youth VB team shirt or their Cardinal gear get in for free.
C team 4:30
JV 5:30
Senior night
Varsity 6:30

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Happy National School Lunch Week! Get a behind-the-scenes look at ELC Food & Nutrition Services Manager Lori Briggs. From cutting grilled cheese into fun shapes the kids love to preparing meals with care, Lori makes mealtime special for our youngest Cardinals!

10/09/2026

Celebrating National Principals Month: EMS Principal Spotlight, Mr. Thomas!

Q: Who inspired you to become a principal?
Mr. Mike Troxel inspired me to become both a principal and an activities director. He served in both of those roles while I was a coach. Seeing the impact he had on students and staff has shaped the way I lead today.

Q: What do you wish everyone in Eudora knew about EMS?
I wish everyone in Eudora knew just how amazing our students are and how many great things they do every single day. I also wish they could see how awesome our staff is at EMS. We have built an amazing culture, and it truly is a joy to come to work every day. I am very proud of the students and staff who make EMS such a special place.

Q: What's a moment you'll always remember?
Seeing our EMS community come together during the COVID-19 pandemic stands out. Our staff and students persevered through a difficult time, grew closer and continued doing what was best for students. I will always be proud of how our EMS community came together during that time.

Q: What does a day in the life of a principal look like?
It's a lot like riding the Mamba roller coaster! You never know what's coming next, and the day usually ends with, “Wow, what a day!” Maybe that's why we love running to the Mamba first on our 8th Grade SOAR Rewards Field Trip each year!

10/08/2026

EES students had a fun Day on the Farm! Students had the opportunity to learn more about agriculture, experience different aspects of farm life and see firsthand how farming connects to our everyday lives. From learning about animals and agriculture to exploring new experiences, it was a great day of learning outside the classroom! We’re thankful to everyone who helped make this experience possible for our students.

10/07/2026

Our Eudora Fire Department visited EES to teach students important fire safety tips and how to stay safe in an emergency. We’re grateful for our local firefighters and the time they spent helping our students learn these important lessons!

10/06/2026

Health Science students and HOSA members had an exciting opportunity to attend Explore Your Future on Wednesday, September 23, 2026! The event gave students interested in healthcare careers the chance to step outside the classroom and experience healthcare through interactive, hands-on learning. With more than 83 hands-on experiences, activities and networking opportunities, students were able to explore a wide variety of healthcare professions and discover potential career paths.

We are proud of our Health Science students for taking advantage of this opportunity to explore, learn, connect and take another step toward their future in healthcare!

Pictured: Senior Griffin Vandeweerd learning how to intubate a patient.
Pictured: Junior Henlee Andrews practicing how to assist with the delivery of an infant.

10/05/2026

October is National Principals Month! Throughout the month, we’ll be highlighting each of our principals. We’re starting with EES Principal Mr. Heide!

Q: Who inspired you to become a principal?
Chris Bay, and really, my wife Kari.

Q: What do you wish everyone in Eudora knew about EES?
How hard our teachers and all staff work every day!

Q: What’s a moment you’ll always remember?
When a parent (or student) shares about the positive impact we have had on their child.

Join us in celebrating our EES principal and all the ways our school leaders make a difference in the lives of students and staff!

10/05/2026

10/01/2026

USD 491 is hiring for the following positions:
- Intervention Paraprofessional
- Food and Nutrition Services
- Substitute ELC Teacher Aide
- ELC Extended Day Aide
- After School Program Leaders (Quest)

For more info visit our careers page at

Careers - Eudora Unified School District No. 491