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Arkansas City Public Schools - USD 470 is located in Arkansas City, Kan. - about an hour south of Wichita. We serve approximately 3,000 students and are committed to doing what is best for each one. Arkansas City Public Schools is a results-producing public school district. Our district holds a tradition of excellence in all matters related to student achievement and true, well-rounded education.

Ark City students have been on the front lines of achievement and continue the tradition of exceeding learning targets suggested by the state. Efforts by all staff members, students, and community members, have helped the district be recognized for excellence by the U.S. and Kansas Departments of Education, the Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force, the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the EPA, and many more. Welcome/Comment Policy
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It was a great first week of Arkansas City Middle School MindCraft! Students participated in fun, hands-on classes like ...
06/05/2026

It was a great first week of Arkansas City Middle School MindCraft! Students participated in fun, hands-on classes like "Broadway Bound", "Life 101", "Strong Body, Strong Mind", and "Print Making".

We can't wait to see what they do next week!

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¡Fue una excelente primera semana de MindCraft en la escuela secundaria! Los estudiantes participaron en clases divertidas y prácticas como "Broadway Bound", "Life 101", "Strong Body, Strong Mind" y "Print Making".

¡Estamos emocionados de ver todo lo que lograrán la próxima semana!

What a season for Bulldog Track & Field!Despite sending just three athletes to the KSHSAA 5A State Track & Field Champio...
06/05/2026

What a season for Bulldog Track & Field!

Despite sending just three athletes to the KSHSAA 5A State Track & Field Championships, Arkansas City High School brought home six state medals and two school records.

🥈 Karson Palmer – State Runner-Up in Shot Put and Discus
🥈 Harper Webb – State Runner-Up in the 100M and 200M, plus 4th place in the 400M
🏅 Gabby Banta – 4th place in Discus

Harper also broke her own school records in the 200M and 400M.

Congratulations to Karson, Harper, Gabby, and their coaches on an outstanding season and a strong finish at the state meet. We're proud of you! 💜💛

📸 Larry Schwartz
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¡Qué temporada para el atletismo Bulldog!

A pesar de que ACHS envió solo a tres atletas al Campeonato Estatal de Atletismo KSHSAA 5A, los Bulldogs regresaron a casa con seis medallas estatales y dos récords escolares.

🥈 Karson Palmer – Subcampeón estatal en lanzamiento de bala y lanzamiento de disco
🥈 Harper Webb – Subcampeona estatal en los 100 y 200 metros, además de obtener el 4.º lugar en los 400 metros
🏅 Gabby Banta – 4.º lugar en lanzamiento de disco

Harper también rompió sus propios récords escolares en los 200 y 400 metros.
¡Felicitaciones a Karson, Harper, Gabby y a sus entrenadores por una temporada sobresaliente y un gran cierre en el campeonato estatal! ¡Estamos orgullosos de ustedes! 💜💛

🧼 Free Hygiene Supplies for USD 470 FamiliesUSD 470 is partnering with Simply Hygiene to provide free hygiene supplies f...
06/04/2026

🧼 Free Hygiene Supplies for USD 470 Families

USD 470 is partnering with Simply Hygiene to provide free hygiene supplies for families, including toiletries, laundry products, diapers, wipes, and more.

📅 June 17
🕚 11-11:30 a.m. or 3-3:30 p.m.
📍 Frances Willard Elementary – Door E (Chestnut Avenue) – only location in June

This will be the only hygiene distribution offered during the summer. There will not be a July distribution. Families will receive enough supplies to help cover both June and July.

Thank you to Simply Hygiene for helping support USD 470 families and our community.

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🧼 Suministros de higiene gratuitos para las familias de USD 470

USD 470 se ha asociado con Simply Hygiene para proporcionar suministros de higiene gratuitos para las familias, incluyendo artículos de aseo personal, productos para lavar ropa, pañales, toallitas y más.

📅 17 de junio
🕚 11:00-11:30 a.m. o 3:00-3:30 p.m.
📍 Escuela Primaria Frances Willard – Puerta E (Chestnut Avenue) – Única ubicación de distribución en junio

Esta será la única distribución de suministros de higiene durante el verano. No habrá distribución en julio. Las familias recibirán suficientes suministros para ayudar a cubrir los meses de junio y julio.

Gracias a Simply Hygiene por ayudar a apoyar a las familias de USD 470 y a nuestra comunidad.

A big thank you to Dillons for welcoming our MindCraft students for a fun learning experience! 🍎🥕🛒Mrs. Price, Mrs. Frank...
06/04/2026

A big thank you to Dillons for welcoming our MindCraft students for a fun learning experience! 🍎🥕🛒

Mrs. Price, Mrs. Franklin, and Miss Andi recently took students on a tour of the store, where they used shopping lists and their knowledge of healthy foods to select fruits and vegetables.

Students were excited by the variety of produce available and enjoyed putting their learning into practice. Thank you, Dillons, for helping make this experience possible!

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¡Muchas gracias a Dillons por recibir a nuestros estudiantes de MindCraft para una divertida experiencia de aprendizaje! 🍎🥕🛒

Recientemente, la Sra. Price, la Sra. Franklin y la Srta. Andi llevaron a los estudiantes a recorrer la tienda, donde utilizaron listas de compras y sus conocimientos sobre alimentación saludable para seleccionar frutas y verduras.

Los estudiantes disfrutaron ver la gran variedad de productos frescos disponibles y tuvieron la oportunidad de poner en práctica lo que han aprendido. ¡Gracias, Dillons, por ayudar a hacer posible esta experiencia!

Our Bulldogs have left the pound and are headed for greatness.From college campuses and tech schools to military service...
06/03/2026

Our Bulldogs have left the pound and are headed for greatness.

From college campuses and tech schools to military service and career opportunities, the Arkansas City High School Class of 2026 is headed in many exciting directions.

Our Senior Wall is filling up with the places our Bulldogs are going next — and we couldn’t be more proud. No matter the path, these students are taking the next step toward their dreams and futures.

Empowering Dreams. Creating Futures. 💜💛

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Nuestros Bulldogs han salido del corral y se dirigen hacia un gran futuro.

Desde universidades y escuelas técnicas hasta el servicio militar y oportunidades profesionales, la Clase 2026 de Arkansas City High School se dirige en muchas direcciones emocionantes.

Nuestro Muro de Seniors se está llenando con los lugares a donde irán nuestros Bulldogs, y no podríamos estar más orgullosos. Sin importar el camino que elijan, estos estudiantes están dando el siguiente paso hacia sus sueños y su futuro.

Impulsando Sueños. Creando Futuros. 💜💛

Learning, laughter, and lots of smiles! ☀️We've had a great first couple of days of MindCraft. It's been wonderful to se...
06/02/2026

Learning, laughter, and lots of smiles! ☀️

We've had a great first couple of days of MindCraft. It's been wonderful to see students connecting with friends, exploring, and having fun while they learn.

We're looking forward to a great month together!

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¡Aprendizaje, risas y muchas sonrisas! ☀️

Hemos tenido unos excelentes primeros días de MindCraft. Ha sido maravilloso ver a los estudiantes convivir con sus amigos, explorar cosas nuevas y divertirse mientras aprenden.

¡Estamos emocionados por disfrutar juntos de un gran mes!

☀️ Free Summer MealsArkansas City Public Schools will offer free summer meals June 1–26 for all children ages 1–18.No re...
06/02/2026

☀️ Free Summer Meals

Arkansas City Public Schools will offer free summer meals June 1–26 for all children ages 1–18.

No registration is required.

🏫 School Meal Sites
Monday–Thursday
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City Middle School
Frances Willard Elementary

🥞 Breakfast: 7:30–8 a.m.
🍽️ Lunch: 11–11:30 a.m.

🚌 Bus Stop Meal Sites
Monday–Friday
📍 Meadow Walk Apartments — 10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Northwest Community Center — 11:10–11:40 a.m.
📍 Wilson Park — 11:50 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
📍 Lincoln Bus Stop — 1–1:30 p.m.
📍 Calvary Chapel — 1:40–2:10 p.m.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wUjqKi

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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☀️ Comidas gratis de verano

Las Escuelas Públicas de Arkansas City ofrecerán comidas gratis del 1 al 26 de junio para todos los niños y jóvenes de 1 a 18 años.

No es necesario registrarse.

🏫 Sitios de comidas en las escuelas
Lunes a jueves
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City Middle School
Escuela Primaria Frances Willard

🥞 Desayuno: 7:30–8 a.m.
🍽️ Almuerzo: 11–11:30 a.m.

🚌 Sitios de comidas en paradas de autobús
Lunes a viernes
📍 Apartamentos Meadow Walk — 10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Centro Comunitario Northwest — 11:10–11:40 a.m.
📍 Parque Wilson — 11:50 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
📍 Parada de Autobús Lincoln — 1–1:30 p.m.
📍 Calvary Chapel — 1:40–2:10 p.m.

🔗 Más información: https://bit.ly/4wUjqKi

Esta institución ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

We're excited to welcome students back for MindCraft Summer Learning tomorrow! A few reminders for families:🏫 Elementary...
06/01/2026

We're excited to welcome students back for MindCraft Summer Learning tomorrow!

A few reminders for families:
🏫 Elementary students:
📍 Please enter through Doors A and B at Frances Willard Elementary All students should report to the cafeteria/gym when they arrive.
🚗 At 11 a.m. dismissal:
• Pre-K students will exit through Door E.
• All other students will exit through Door B.

🏫 Arkansas City Middle School MindCraft students:
📍 Please enter through Door N on the 6th-grade side of the building.

🍎 Breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m.

Please be mindful of where you park and watch for students using the crosswalks.
🥪 Lunches will be sent home with students each day. If you would like to pick up meals for siblings or other children, all children must be present to receive a meal.

MindCraft runs Monday through Thursday, June 1-25, from 7:30-11 a.m.

We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow and kick off a great month of learning and fun!

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¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a los estudiantes mañana para el programa de aprendizaje de verano MindCraft!

Algunos recordatorios para las familias:
🏫 Estudiantes de primaria:
📍 Por favor, ingresen por las puertas A y B de la Escuela Primaria Frances Willard. Todos los estudiantes deben reportarse al gimnasio/cafetería al llegar.
🚗 A las 11:00 a.m., la salida será de la siguiente manera:
• Los estudiantes de Pre-K saldrán por la Puerta E.
• Todos los demás estudiantes saldrán por la Puerta B.

🏫 Estudiantes de MindCraft de Arkansas City Middle School:
📍 Por favor, ingresen por la Puerta N, ubicada en el lado de 6.º grado del edificio.

🍎 El desayuno comenzará a las 7:30 a.m.
Por favor, estacione con cuidado y esté atento a los estudiantes que utilizan los cruces peatonales.

🥪 Los estudiantes recibirán un almuerzo para llevar a casa cada día. Si desea recoger comidas para hermanos u otros niños, todos los niños deben estar presentes para recibir una comida.

MindCraft se llevará a cabo de lunes a jueves, del 1 al 25 de junio, de 7:30 a.m. a 11:00 a.m.

¡Estamos ansiosos por ver a todos mañana y comenzar un excelente mes de aprendizaje y diversión!

05/29/2026

☀️ Free Summer Meals

Arkansas City Public Schools will offer free summer meals June 1–26 for all children ages 1–18.

No registration is required.

🏫 School Meal Sites
Monday–Thursday
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City Middle School
Frances Willard Elementary

🥞 Breakfast: 7:30–8 a.m.
🍽️ Lunch: 11–11:30 a.m.

🚌 Bus Stop Meal Sites
Monday–Friday
📍 Meadow Walk Apartments — 10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Northwest Community Center — 11:10–11:40 a.m.
📍 Wilson Park — 11:50 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
📍 Lincoln Bus Stop — 1–1:30 p.m.
📍 Calvary Chapel — 1:40–2:10 p.m.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.usd470.com/.../summer-learning/free-summer-meals

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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☀️ Comidas gratis de verano

Las Escuelas Públicas de Arkansas City ofrecerán comidas gratis del 1 al 26 de junio para todos los niños y jóvenes de 1 a 18 años.

No es necesario registrarse.

🏫 Sitios de comidas en las escuelas
Lunes a jueves
Arkansas City High School
Arkansas City Middle School
Escuela Primaria Frances Willard

🥞 Desayuno: 7:30–8 a.m.
🍽️ Almuerzo: 11–11:30 a.m.

🚌 Sitios de comidas en paradas de autobús
Lunes a viernes
📍 Apartamentos Meadow Walk — 10:30–11 a.m.
📍 Centro Comunitario Northwest — 11:10–11:40 a.m.
📍 Parque Wilson — 11:50 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
📍 Parada de Autobús Lincoln — 1–1:30 p.m.
📍 Calvary Chapel — 1:40–2:10 p.m.

🔗 Más información: https://www.usd470.com/.../summer-learning/free-summer-meals

Esta institución ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

SCK Health will be offering sports physicals for Arkansas City Middle School and Arkansas City High School students on:📅...
05/28/2026

SCK Health will be offering sports physicals for Arkansas City Middle School and Arkansas City High School students on:
📅 June 1, 3 & 5
🕛 Noon–4 p.m.
📍 SCK Health Urgent Care (enter through the Urgent Care doors)

💲 Cost: $20 (cash or check only)
✔️ Checks payable to SCK Health
🫀 Optional parent-requested EKG available for an additional $10

Physical packets are available at ACMS, ACHS, or on-site. Packets must be completed and signed before the physical.

Also coming soon: ACHS and ACMS athletics will begin using a new registration platform called Bound for the 2026-27 school year. QR codes and registration links will be shared soon.

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SCK Health ofrecerá exámenes físicos deportivos para estudiantes de Arkansas City Middle School y Arkansas City High School en las siguientes fechas:
📅 1, 3 y 5 de junio
🕛 12:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 SCK Health Urgent Care (entre por las puertas de Urgent Care)

💲 Costo: $20 (solo efectivo o cheque)
✔️ Los cheques deben hacerse a nombre de SCK Health
🫀 Habrá una opción de electrocardiograma (EKG) solicitado por los padres por $10 adicionales

Los formularios para los exámenes físicos están disponibles en ACMS, ACHS o en el lugar. Los formularios deben completarse y firmarse antes del examen físico.

Además, próximamente: los programas deportivos de ACHS y ACMS comenzarán a usar una nueva plataforma de inscripción llamada Bound para el año escolar 2026-27. Muy pronto se compartirán los códigos QR y enlaces de inscripción.

Address

2545 Greenway
Arkansas City, KS
67005

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+16204412000

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