Elkhart USD 218

Elkhart USD 218 will implement a strict "bell-to-bell" mobile device restriction starting this upcoming school year to comply with the new Kansas state law (House Bill 2299). Dear Elkhart USD 218 Families, As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we want to inform you about important changes regarding student personal electronic devices on campus. During the recent legislative session, Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2299 into law. This bipartisan legislation requires all public and accredited private schools across Kansas to implement a uniform, "bell-to-bell" restriction on student personal communication devices during the school day. Understanding the New Kansas Law The goal of this state mandate is to reduce digital distractions, maximize instructional time, and support youth mental health. Under this law, students are prohibited from accessing or using personal electronic devices at any point while school is in session. • What is restricted: Cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, wireless headphones/earbuds (e.g., AirPods), and any other personal messaging or digital devices. • When it applies: From the morning tardy bell until the final dismissal bell. This restriction includes all instructional class time, passing periods, recess, and lunch. • Are school devices affected? No. School-issued laptops, Chromebooks, and tablets used for approved educational activities remain permitted. Device Options for USD 218 Students To support this law and maintain a focused learning environment, we strongly encourage families to have students leave their mobile devices safely at home. If leaving the device at home is not a viable option for your family, students must utilize one of the following two storage options immediately upon arriving at school: 1. Leave it in a Vehicle: High school students who drive to school may turn their devices completely off and leave them locked inside their personal vehicles parked in the school lot. 2. Check it in at the Main Office: Students may bring their turned-off devices directly to the building's main office upon entry. Devices will be securely stored by administration and can be picked up by the student at the end of the school day. Please note that keeping a turned-off phone in a backpack, pocket, or locker during the school day will no longer be permitted under our updated local policy. Devices must be entirely out of the student's possession from bell to bell. Exceptions and Communication We understand that families worry about emergency communication. Please rest assured that our school phones remain fully operational. If you need to reach your child during the day, please call the main school office, and we will relay the message or bring your child to a school phone immediately. Students will also have full access to school-designated landlines if they need to contact a parent or guardian. Per state guidelines, narrow exceptions will be granted for students who require a personal device for documented medical necessities (such as continuous blood sugar monitoring) or as explicitly outlined in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan. Please contact your school principal prior to the start of the year if your student qualifies for a medical or educational exemption. Thank you for your partnership and cooperation as we work together to comply with Kansas state law and foster a distraction-free environment where Elkhart students can focus, connect, and thrive. Sincerely, Mr. Anglin Superintendent Elkhart USD 218 Schools

EES Administrative Assistant needed

Summer Nutrition Program 2026

Elementary Track & Field Day Wednesday

Attention 2026 Graduates and Families: Please see the attached regarding senior finals, last day, and end of year events.
Congratulations Class of 2026!

The Drivers Ed Schedule is posted below

The next school year will be here before we know it, and we’re excited to begin planning for preschool! 🎉 We are currently gathering a list of families interested in the USD 218 Elkhart Elementary Preschool Program for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are interested, please take a moment to fill out the online form below: 👉 https://forms.gle/5RMiMSywcQ98TU4p9 We can’t wait to welcome our future students! 😊

Wishing our Wildcat Band good luck today at state. Go be great Wildcats.

EHS Prom Attendees and Parents of Attendees, please use the QR code to schedule prom photo times. Time will not be extended for late arrivals!

EMS and EHS Music Concert

Spring Picture Day is coming on Monday, March 23! This will be for grades 6-12. Class pictures will also be taken the same day. The event code will be posted as soon as we receive it.
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVT4SKNB8. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Monday, March 23. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.

Next week (2/23-2/27) will be heart health awareness week. Thank you Nurse Anglin for setting this up for us and helping teach our students about heart health. For heart health week we will have some dress up days (see pic) and working on completing "Finn's Mission." The class that wins Finn's Mission will get a Pizza Party.

USD 218 BOE opening

Attention Juniors!!

Come join us for an exciting night of basketball!!🐾

Attention Wildcats!! Please see the schedule posted below for your Semester Finals on Dec 18th & 19th. Please make sure you read the entire letter. :)

Basketball season is starting up tomorrow night at home! Come help us cheer on our Wildcats!🐾