KSHSAA
—The Kansas State High School Activities Association serves students by providing leadership for the administration of education based interscholastic activities—
COVID-19 Update
March 18, 2020
The KSHSAA is committed to the safety of our student-participants and the health of our school communities. Accordingly, in response to Governor Kelly’s Executive Order regarding the closure and cessation of in-person instruction in all Kansas schools through May 29, 2020, the KSHSAA is cancelling all spring championships, competitions, and festivals for the remainder of this school year. The KSHSAA recognizes the value of school activities for all students and school communities, but the current situation does not permit the opportunity for school activities to take place in a manner that is consistent with the very reason school activities exist.
As a commitment to the health of Kansas students and communities, the best decision and only reasonable response is to cancel the regular season and post-season spring activity season. We all have an important responsibility to minimize community transmission as we embrace suggested precautions regarding COVID-19. As educators, the primary focus for our students and families is the health and well-being of each student. This action by the KSHSAA supports that effort across Kansas.
The KSHSAA strongly discourages non-school activity participation at this time in an effort to mitigate the community transmission of the coronavirus. All CDC, KDHE and KSDE recommendations for preventing disease transmission should be followed at this time for any non-school activity in which a student participates. The following links provide access to those resources:
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/
KDHE: http://www.kdheks.gov/
School Closing - Message to Families. Please see the news post below for important information regarding today's school closing message. https://www.usd375.org/article/213135?org=circle-public-schools
School Closing - Message to Families. Please see the news post below for important information regarding today's school closing message. https://www.usd375.org/article/213135?org=circle-public-schools
March 16, 2020 - Coronavirus Update Late yesterday afternoon, KSDE in coordination with the Governor’s office, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), and many other educational agencies in the state provided new recommendations for Kansas schools. This includes a strong recommendation that all schools who are not on spring break close this week, March 16th-20th. Therefore, there is no immediate impact on our district at this time due to our regularly scheduled Spring Break. Obviously, we will adhere to the recommendations by having NO activity in our buildings or off campus this week other than essential personnel only. Essential personnel in this situation are defined as custodial and operations staff who will focus on deep cleaning and sanitizing in our schools. At this time, there are no known cases of the Coronavirus in our schools, but aggressive social distancing measures, good hygiene practices like handwashing, and deep cleaning of facilities are essential at this critical time in dealing with this unprecedented situation. KSHSAA has suspended spring activities including practices through March 22nd. There is a possibility schools will be suspended beyond March 20th. We will continue to closely monitor all developments related to the Coronavirus during this week by participating in daily conference calls in conjunction of with several organizations that include The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE). Our hope is to know more about long-term plans by the middle of this week and inform you of any new information. We will definitely adhere to the collective recommendations of KDHE, KSDE, the Butler County Health Department, and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). These organizations are critical resources for USD 375 to make decisions moving forward. For up-to-date information, visit the KDHE Coronavirus Resource Center or the CDC website. As stated, we will keep you updated as we receive new information and make important decisions about future school and events. Thank you in advance for your support, patience and cooperation as we navigate this situation. As always, safety is our highest priority for our students, staff and communities. Sincerely, Don Potter
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Spring Sports suspended through March 22nd.
Announcement March 13, 2020
Given the escalating concerns regarding COVID-19 and the closures of schools and school host sites, all Regional Music Festivals scheduled for March 28 and April 4 have been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The KSHSAA deeply regrets these lost opportunities, but it is the best decision for the safety of our students, directors, adjudicators and spectators.
Congratulations to Jaquez Hill for making the Honorable Mention List for the Division 3 AVCTL All League at the 145 pound weight class in wrestling.
#thrivein375
Congratulations to the following T Bird Athletes:
AVCTL Div 3 All League Boys Basketball:
2nd Team: Drew Middleton and Luke Beougher
HM: Matt Hromek and Eli Jacobson
#thrivein375
AVCTL Recognizes 5 of our Lady T Bird Athletes!
Welcome Alex Pyle to the coaching staff of the T Bird track team! Coach Pyle will be coaching the pole vaulters!
Head Tennis Coach Ray Strunk and the 2020 T Bird Tennis Team!
The Booster Club Meeting scheduled for this evening has been postponed. Thank you!
Reminder!! Circle High School will host the 8th Grade Parent Night Tonight (3/9/2020) from 5:30pm to 8:00pm in the CHS Auditorium. Parents and students will get a chance to meet the High School Principal, counselors, and elective teachers, take tours of the school, and learn what electives we offer. Parents and students will learn what Circle High School is all about!
Tough loss for the Lady T Birds tonight. We are still proud of you and your successful season! Good luck to the Lady Crusaders in Salina! #thrivein375
Livestream of the Circle vs Buhler Game:
https://youtu.be/55llhil2HkA
Congratulations to Alexis Lasiter for 23rd today with a 535 series in the 1-5A State Bowling Compeition! #thrivein375
Good Luck Lady T Birds! Sub State Basketball Championship Game tonight at 7 pm vs Buhler! Come out and support our Ladies! #thrivein375
Good Luck to Alexis Lasiter as she competes at the State Championship Bowling competition today in Wichita! #thrivein375
49-44 Abilene over Circle, Final.
After 3, Circle leads 36-27 over Abilene! #thrivein375