USD 494

08/04/2026

**Elementary Paraprofessional has been added to available job listings** Want more information or want to apply? Reach out to Jandi in the District Office.
📞(620)384-7872
📨[email protected]

07/20/2026

Congratulations Kaylee Schwieterman on being the USD 494 employee of the month!!

07/16/2026

07/07/2026

USD 494 is seeking a Business Office Manager to join our District Office! If you have experience in accounting, finance, payroll, HR, or business administration and are looking for a rewarding career supporting education, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
✔️ Financial Management & Budgeting
✔️ Federal & State Reporting
✔️ Payroll & Human Resources
✔️ KPERS Administration

Qualifications:
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of school finance, budgeting, payroll, and accounting procedures.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Why Join USD 494?
Competitive pay and excellent benefits
4-day school week
Paid vacation and sick leave

Interested or know someone who would be a great fit? Apply today!

📞 620-384-7872
📧 [email protected]

06/04/2026

Congratulations Cristina Chavez-Arnst on being the USD 494 employee of the month!!

05/27/2026

On Friday, May 22nd, we celebrated our five retirees — Barb, Bill, Carol, Barbara, and Heather. We want to thank each of you for your commitment, dedication, and the countless ways you have impacted USD 494 over the years. Your hard work, kindness, and support have made a lasting difference in the lives of our students and staff.

Congratulations on your retirement! We wish you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter.

05/14/2026

Congratulations!! 🏆⛳️

HI-PLAINS LEAGUE TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS

For the first time since 2014 & 2015, your Bulldogs are back-to-back HPL Champions! Along with the team victory, Charlie Keller is the Hi-Plains League Tournament Champion +6 (77)!

Check-out the results from today:
Charlie Keller +6 (77) 1st 🥇
Brock Keller +7 (78) 2nd 🥈
Mason Scott +13 (84) 6th
Reid Mathias +18 (90)
Jarret Scott +21 (93)
AJ Rivas +24 (96)

Team Scores:
Syracuse - 329 1st 🥇
Lakin - 346 2nd 🥈
Elkhart - 357 3rd 🥉
Sublette - 392 4th
Wichita Co - 417 5th
SWH - Not enough participants for team score.
Stanton Co - Did not participate in tournament.

The Bulldogs will head to Stanton County on Monday to compete in Regionals and an opportunity for another 2A State appearance!

05/12/2026

Current job openings. Please reach out to Sami by phone or email if you would like to apply or have questions.
📞(620)384-7872
📩 [email protected]

05/11/2026

Please join us in celebrating our 5 retirees on Friday, May 22nd. The celebration will be held in the school cafeteria from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. This will be a come and go gathering.