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USD 470 Early Literacy Initiative Brings Children’s Author to Cowley County

Thursday, May 26 by Lyman James

The Ark City USD 470 Early Literacy Initiative is hosting children’s author, Brenda Maier, in Cowley County June 21-22. According to a news release from the school district, Maier is the author of popular children’s books entitled The Little Red Fort, The Little Blue Bridge, and most recently, Peeping Beauty. Her stories are considered “fractured... Read More.

Ark City’s USD 470 Board of Education votes to turn November 19, 22, and 23 into wellness days

Wednesday, November 17 by Lyman James

At a special meeting Tuesday evening, Ark City's USD 470 Board of Education voted to turn November 19, 22, and 23 into wellness days. The decision to extend the district’s Fall Break was made in an effort to provide a mental health break for students and staff while also addressing the increase in COVID... Read More.