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USD #429 Troy Public Schools
District Newsletter

HOME OF THE TROJANS

Volume 1, Issue 1

Summer 2018

PRE-K - 12th grade
ENROLLMENT
Thursday August 9, 2018
7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Troy Middle School/High School –Cafeteria
(located in back of high school)

First Day of School
August 28, 2018
Full Day
8 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.

OPEN HOUSE
August 27th
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Parents and their children are encouraged to attend.
The students are to bring their supplies at this time rather than doing it on the first day of school. It will also give everyone the opportunity to meet the teachers, etc.
Mandatory Fall Athletic Parent Meeting - Monday August 13th. 5:30pm C.W. Oliver Gym

Textbook Fees
Due to shortfalls in the donated money from the townsend fund there will NOT be free textbooks offered this year.
Pre School Materials: $55
Grades K-6: $55
Grades 7-12: $55
Activity or class dues as assigned by the sponsor.
HS Ag students will be charged $25 to cover costs of protective gear.
HS Art students will be charged $15 to cover the cost of a sketch book.
These fees will need to be paid at time of enrollment.
Grade 5/6 Planner—$4.00
Meal Prices
Breakfast Lunch
Full Price (PK-12) $1.45 Grades Pre-K-6 $2.70
Reduced Price $.30 Grades 7-12 $2.85
Adult Price $1.85 Reduced Price $.45
Extra Milk $.40 Adult Price $3.70
4 year old Pre-School Snack Fee $15 a quarter/$60 a year (milk included)
3 year old Pre-School Snack Fee $10 a quarter/$40 a year (milk included)
Kindergarten Snack Fee $10 a quarter/$40 a year (milk not included)
The revenue from text book fees are used for new textbooks,
workbooks, and curriculum materials.

WELCOME TO THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR Pat McKernan, SUPERINTENDENT AND TGS PRINCIPAL
It is always exciting to begin thinking about the new school year. We still have some time to prepare for your children, but want to assure you we will be ready for the August 9th enrollment day and the August 28th start day. There will be some new faces working with your children this school year. The Troy district is going through a period of transition with long time teachers retiring or moving on to other positions for various reasons. What is going to be the constant, is that I want to continue to work with the staff to build positive relationships with your children, you, and the entire school community.
As many schools in the state and nation have become more aware of security features they can add for their students, Troy Schools is committed to this as well. Over the past two years we have installed security cameras on both campuses and this year we will be installing some door lock and video monitor features on some of the entrance doors. We hope to have those systems in place prior to August 28th. We were also fortunate to receive grant money for installing inside door locks for our classroom doors. We will be conducting crisis drills for the students and staff. We will have one drill a month that could involve situations like an intruder, a fight in the hallway, a chemical spill in the science lab, an active shooter, and various other situations. It is unfortunate this is what we need to do in today’s schools, but it is also the reality and also great preparation if ever needed. We will be sending more information out about this, after we get a little more direction from the state department of education.
The USD 429 board of education also committed a significant amount of money for a full district network and wireless upgrade and the purchase of over 200 new devices for student use during the day. I am not a believer that a laptop is the end all in education. But I do believe getting more access to technology for our students is a must.
I look forward to seeing you all again as the school year gets going. We are here to help your children succeed and to help them prepare for their life after their K-12 education. We need your help and support in achieving this important task.
Patrick E. McKernan
Superintendent of Schools/Troy Grade School Principal
Email - pmckernan@troyusd.org
Twitter - @_pmckernan
The New Staff for 2018-2019
Mrs. Amanda Dexter - HS English
Mrs. Candace Bartlett - 5/6th Grade
Mr. Michael Adame - MS/HS VO-AG
Mr. David Kerwood - Music/Band
Mrs. Lyndsi Jolly - District Nurse
Mr. Sean Reynolds - 5/6th Grade
Mr. Brad Smith - 3rd Grade
Mrs. Marilyn Lance - 7/8 English
Mr. Rob Londerholm - HS Science

From the Desk of Mr. Estes, 7-12 Principal/Activities Director:

STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Due to necessary budget reductions, USD 429 does not purchase secondary student accident insurance. This type of insurance is voluntary for school districts to buy.
This insurance was available for school time and school activity student accidents. It mainly served as a secondary insurance covering limited expenses not paid for by a family’s primary insurance. It was never intended to cover all accident costs at school. Students and families with health insurance should now check those policies to make sure you understand what is covered and not covered. For those without health insurance a voluntary limited accident insurance will be available at enrollment at parent cost. Please take this information and study it closely even if you have insurance.
Students involved in athletics and activities should also make sure they feel they have adequate coverage for potential injuries and accidents. The district is required to carry a $25,000 catastrophic policy by the Kansas State High School Activities Association. This policy takes over after $25,000 in expenses have been incurred that are not covered by a primary policy.
Also, the district pays for a similar policy for all students during the school day that begins at the $25,000 deductible level and will pay for various accidents and losses.
USD 429 employees take every precaution to make sure students are safe and secure at school and at activities. However, accidents do happen. USD 429 assumes no financial responsibility for student accidents and injuries that occur at school or at activities. These costs are the responsibility of the parents as part of school attendance.

JOIN THE TROY BOOSTER CLUB!
SUPPORT ALL OF OUR STUDENT ATHLETES
Bonfire, movie night & Homecoming Activities
Provides Snacks Before Most Away Games
Sports /Spirit Signs for Teams through out year.
Co-Sponsors Locker Room Chat (103.9 – KNZA) w/ John’s Market/Kinsey Farms
Provides Athletic Awards Night for Fall & Winter Sports
Cooks & Serves Dinner Theatre
Hosts the Troy Cross Country Meet – Provides Fruit, Cookies, & Water to All School
Takes Gate Money for Football Season
Sells Trojan Apparel & Merchandise
Buys supplies for Late Night/Cancer Awareness Night
Pays for the Senior Banners for Each Athlete
State Play-off dinner/State Play –off treat bags
State Radio and Play Off book ads for Teams
Seeking New Ideas #Contact Booster Club Officers!
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BOOSTER CLUB MEMBERSHIP
2018-2019 School Year
Blue $ 10 Name:
Bronze $ 25 Address:
Silver $ 50 Cell Phone:
Gold $ 100 Email Address:
Diamond $ 250
Platinum $ 500
Trojan $ 1000
2018-2019 OFFICERS
Theresa Root
Rebecca Houghton
Tonya Keller
P.O Box 332
JOIN BOOSTER CLUB!!!!!!!!!

FALL SPORTS PRACTICE TIMES
The middle school and high school can begin practicing for the fall sports season on August 13. Students must have a current physical before they can practice any sports which includes cheerleading. The following sports have scheduled these times for practice. Physical forms are on our school website or may be picked up at the Troy Central Office.

High School Volleyball:
Coach-Emily Purdy
Asst. Coach– Regan Gibson
August 13
7:00 -10:30 a.m C.W. Oliver Gymnasium
High School Football:
Coach– Derek Jasper
Asst. Coaches: Heath Whetstine
August 13
7-8 a.m. - 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Schedule for following practices will be handed out.

Middle School Volleyball:
Coach– Harley Huss
Asst. Coach– Carmen Turpin
August 13
3:00 - 5 :00p.m. C.W. Oliver Gymnasium
Middle School Football:
Coach– Jeremy Prudden
Asst. Coach– Ryan Grable
August 13
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Schedule for following practices will be handed out.

August 24
HS VB Scrimmage: 6:00 p.m.
HS FB Scrimmage: 7:00 p.m.
Late Night Activities: 8:00 p.m.
Athletic Fundraiser - Anderson Ford Drive for you School Event - Anderson Ford will provide vehicles for you to test drive! Every patron who signs a card, even if you do not test drive, could donate up to $6000 to our Athletic Fund.

The school district would like all parents with students in need of school transportation to complete a bus rider form at enrollment. This will cover students that ride to school and home or to a babysitter.

Mailing Addresses and Phone Numbers
USD No. 429 District Office
P.O. Box 190
Troy, Kansas 66087
785-985-3950
Fax: 785-985-3688
Troy Middle/High School
P.O. Box 160
Troy, Kansas 66087
785-985-3533
785-985-3885
Troy Elementary School
P.O. Box 130
Troy, Kansas 66087
785-985-3538

Nurse’s Notes
IMMUNIZATIONS?
The protection of your child against preventable diseases is an important part of maintaining their health and preparing them for school. The State of Kansas mandates certain immunizations to be completed BEFORE a student may enter school for the first time, as well as boosters to be completed at other times. Last spring letters to parents were mailed informing you if your child was due for a tetanus and/or MMR booster. . . these boosters need to be COMPLETED BEFORE the first day of school. Students entering Kindergarten for the first time this year also need to have their immunizations COMPLETED before the first day of school. The following is a list of required immunizations:
Hepatitis A: two doses required for children less than 5 years of age in early childhood programs.
Pneumococcal Conjugate (PCV): four doses required for children less than 5 years of age in early childhood programs. Total doses needed dependent on the age of the child when doses given.
VARICELLA (CHICKEN POX): 2 doses required for grades K-2 and 7th. 1 dose required for grades 3-6 and 8-11 unless history of varicella disease documented by a licensed physician. Or laboratory evidence of varicella immunity. Two doses are currently recommended by the ACIP for all ages.
Haemophilus Influenza Type B (HIB): three doses required for children less than 5 years of age in early childhood programs. Total doses needed for series completion is dependent on the type of vaccine and the age of the child when doses given.
(revised May 2011)
Medications: Forms will be available at registration for students who will need to take medications at school. Written permission from parent/guardian should accompany ALL medication. Written permission from the doctor/dentist should accompany all prescription medication. ALL MEDICICATION MUST BE SENT IN ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER. FYI: when requested Pharmacists will label two bottles of prescription medication-one for home and one for school . If your child carries an inhaler, written permission from your physician is required to be able to carry it in school.
Head Lice: NOW is the time for YOU to begin checking your child’s head for lice and/or their nits. As always, head checks will be done at school the first few days we are back, but the potential spread of head lice can be prevented by parents who check their children regularly. Please remember ANYONE can get head lice. . they do not discriminate. NO student with live head lice or knits will be allowed to stay at school. Students have to be treated with head lice shampoo or medication prior to returning back to school and be lice and knit free. The school nurse or secretary will check students returning to clear for school entry and for several weeks thereafter.
Students with health condition/food allergies: Parents need to talk to the school nurse to set up health care plan with nurse and teacher to help appropriately care for your child, enrollment is a good time for this process. Paperwork will also be given out and will be needed to be reviewed over by your child’s physician.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact the school nurse.

Trojan Football Golf Tourney is August 18, in Seneca at 8:30 a.m. 4 person scramble. $50 per player. For more information call Coach Derek Jasper (785)850-0179.

District Web Site Information
The school district web site includes numerous items of public interest at www.troyusd.org.
There are three locations that are required by law and regulation to let the public know about.
*At the home page under “Highlights” is information about the U.S.D. 429 anti–bullying policy and Emergency Safety Intervention Policies.
*By going to “Links” at the top of the home page and then selecting “Kansas State Department of Education Important Links” the public will be able to access information concerning school district data, assessment scores, and more. It is required that the public is made aware that the state generated Building Report cards are available at this site.
* Also, under the “Kansas State Department of Education Important Links” you will find information on the form used to compute the General Fund Budget and other budget information.
If you have any questions about this information please contact Pat McKernan, Superintendent of Schools, U.S.D. 429, 785-985-3950.

2018-2019 ATHLETIC SEASON PASSES
Troy High School and Troy Middle School are offering season passes for athletic events. You can purchase a variety of passes at either the District Office or High School office. Season passes are now required to be shown at the gate before admittance.
These passes are good ONLY for regular season HOME games for the 2018-19 school year. Passes are NOT honored for tournaments or post-season play (football play-offs, sub state basketball, sub-state volleyball, etc.)
Troy students in grades 7-12 will be admitted free to all school activities.
TVL ADMISSION PRICES PER GAME ARE GOING UP PER GAME!!
$5.00 adult
$3.00 student
HIGH SCHOOL ADULT STUDENT (K-6) FAMILY
(includes card holder, spouse & K-6 students)
Mini-Combo—High School
Sports (VB, FB, and BB) $45.00 $35.00 (K-6) $110.00 (K-6)
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Mini-Combo—Middle $35.00 $25.00 (K-6) $80.00 (K-6)
School Sports
Combo—All THS and TMS $65.00 $45.00 (K-6) $150.00 (K-6)
Sports (excluding
tournaments)
Regular Admission Prices:
Troy High School $4.00 $3.00
Troy Middle School $3.00 $2.00
At the middle school the admission to the volleyball would also permit you to attend the football game.
Golden Age Passes are available to anyone who is 60 years of age or older and lives or owns property located within the USD 429 school district. These passes are also good ONLY for regular season games.

ASBESTOS NOTIFICATION LETTER
Dear Parents and Staff:
Asbestos is an issue we have been dealing with for many years. The Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (referred to as AHERA), was enacted to determine the extent of and develop solutions for any problems schools may have with asbestos.
Asbestos has been used as a building material for many years. It is a naturally occurring mineral that is mined primarily in Canada, South Africa, and the U.S.S.R.
Asbestos properties made it an ideal building material for insulating, sound absorption, decorative plasters, fireproofing, and a variety of miscellaneous uses. There have been over 3,000 different products made using asbestos materials. EPA began action to limit uses of asbestos products in 1973 and most uses of asbestos products such as building materials were banned in 1978.
As required by AHERA a certified asbestos inspector and management planner inspected all facilities at Troy, locating, sampling, and rating the condition and hazard potential of materials in the district facilities suspected of containing asbestos. An asbestos management plan for Troy facilities was developed from the inspection and laboratory analyses records. Recently, the facilities were reinspected to see that all aspects of the management plan are being carried out.
This notification letter, education and training of our employees, and a set of plans and procedures designed to minimize the disturbance of the ACM, and plans for regular surveillance of the ACM are a part of our efforts to meet government regulations (AHERA).
A Copy of the asbestos management plan is available for your inspection in the district administrative offices during regular office hours. Inquiries regarding the plan should be directed to: Pat McKernan, Troy USD 429, Box 190, Troy, Kansas 66087; phone (785) 985-3950.
It is the district’s intent to comply with federal, state, and local regulations in this area. Whatever steps are necessary to ensure your children and our employees have a healthy and safe environment in which to learn and work will be taken.

Unified School District No. 429
Mission Statement
The mission of Troy Public Schools and community is to provide students with the skills that will prepare them to become life long learners and responsible productive citizens.
District Motto
We are a school where students and staff excel; parents and community care.

Kindergarten:
A student must be five years of age on or before August 31, 2018 to enroll in kindergarten. Birth certificate and immunization records as required by the State are necessary for enrollment. Vaccinations are required for school entry.
First Grade:
A student must be six years of age on or before August 31, 2018 to enroll in first grade (unless the child has completed kindergarten in a public school in another state). Birth certificate and immunization records as required by the State are necessary at enrollment.
PROOF OF IDENTITY REQUIRED
KSA 72-54106
Whenever a child enrolls in school for the first time, the district is required to secure proof of identity of the child. Proof of identity can be a birth certificate, a court order placing a child in the custody of SRS, a certified transcript or other similar public record. If proof of identity is not provided within 30 days, the district must notify the local law enforcement authorities that are responsible to investigate the identity of the child.
The assistance of parents and guardians in providing the required documentation is greatly appreciated.
Physical Examinations Required
Before any student in grades 7-12 practices or participates in any extra-curricular athletics (including cheerleading), the student must have a KSHSAA physical examination form on file with their school. This examination must have been given after May 1, 2018 in order to be valid for this school year. The appropriate physical forms are available on the schools web page www.troyusd.org. and also available at the District Office. This requirement is a part of our compliance with Kansas State High School Activities Association.

GO TROJANS

CIVIL RIGHTS COMPREHENSIVE NOTIFICATION
It is the intent of Unified School District No. 429 to comply with both the letter and spirit of the law in being certain discrimination does not exist in policies, regulations, or operational practices. Grievance procedures have been established for Title IV, Title IX, and Section 504 (Americans with Disabilities Act). Specific complaints of alleged discrimination in any of the above areas should be submitted to: Pat McKernan, Superintendent of Schools, P.O. Box 190, Troy, KS 66087;(785)985-3950. Complaints can also be filed with the Regional Office of Civil Rights Students Directory Information.

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Troy U.S.D. #429 US Postage
P.O. Box 190 Paid Troy, KS
Troy, Kansas 66087 66087
Permit No. 6
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POSTAL CUSTOMER

I want to take a few minutes to introduce myself and my family. I am Mike Estes and I am the Principal at Troy Junior/Senior High School. I have been in education since 1989. I began my career in Rosalia, Kansas teaching math and coaching football, wrestling, and baseball. I have been a principal in Kansas and Wyoming for 19 years. I moved to Troy with my wife Michelle and daughter Grace. Michelle will be working for Doniphan County Educational Cooperative and Grace will be a sophomore at Troy High School. According to the radio, we picked the hottest day of the year to move in, but that didn’t stop many of you from welcoming us to the area. We are happy to be here.
There are several new staff members joining a great returning group of teachers and students. I have had the opportunity to meet several of you and you have stirred an excitement in me at the possibilities that lay ahead.
During our brief time here, I have discovered a community rich in tradition that values hard work and education. I am confident that we can continue these traditions while building for the future.
Many of you have been by the high school and noticed that the parking lot has been resurfaced. I did overhear a conversation among the students about parking and some ideas they had about who parks where. It is my philosophy that working as a team we will be able to provide the best opportunities and experiences for everyone. I will be reaching out to student council to bring ideas about parking and other issues that face us on a daily basis.
Here is my shout out to Brian, Amy and the rest of the custodial summer crew. I was able to get my keys early and get into my office. What I found was a building that is cared for by people who take pride in their work. They have been busy cleaning, painting and waxing to make sure we have the best environment to learn.
If you have a story to tell, a concern to express or some praise to give, please seek me out. I can’t tell you I can solve all the problems, but I will listen and work hard to build on the positive traditions I have already discovered here in Troy.

THE MISSION OF TROY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY IS TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH THE SKILLS THAT WILL PREPARE THEM TO BECOME LIFE LONG LEARNERS AND RESPONSIBLE PRODUCTIVE CITIZENS.

I would like to think some of my beliefs about education coincide with the USD 429 motto and USD 429 mission statement.

WE ARE A SCHOOL WHERE STUDENTS AND STAFF EXCEL; PARENTS AND COMMUNITY CARE.

Back in March, I had the opportunity to meet with the Troy staff. I shared with them some of my history, background, and my philosophies and beliefs about education. I would like to share those same philosophies and beliefs with you.

My wife, Renee’, and I are looking forward to seeing and meeting you at community and school events. I have moved from Seneca, KS where I had served as the high school principal the past fifteen years. Thirteen of those as the Nemaha Valley High School Principal and the last two as the principal of Nemaha Central High School. Renee’, a public school teacher for 28 years, and I have four children. Keely, a physical therapist in Kansas City. Keegan, an IT specialist for Shamrock Trading Corp. in Kansas City. Justice and Kennedy who are currently enrolled in Kansas State University. You will see them from time to time at various extra-curricular activities and events supporting the Trojans.

I would like to welcome all the students, parents, staff and all those in the Troy school community, back for the 2016-17 school year. Every year is exciting when you work in the education business, but some tend to be more exciting than others. This is one of those more exciting years for me personally and professionally. I am proud to be serving as your Superintendent of Schools and Troy Elementary School Principal for the 2016-17 school year.

I look forward to meeting and working with all the students and parents. Please don’t hesitate to introduce yourself to me and my wife. You will see us often and likewise I hope to see you at as many school events as you can attend as well. Working together, we can help kids do great things.

I believe in hard working educators and support staff and the work they do on a daily basis.
I believe in parents and the hard work they do in helping their child succeed in school.
I believe in kids and that they want and need structure and discipline and teachers and educators who can give them that in a caring, respectful environment.
I believe in Relationships, Relevance, Responsive Culture, Rigor and Results.
I believe in getting kids to do…helps them learn. I believe in hands on education.
I believe in small towns.
I believe in public schools.