Please join us in welcoming Angela Adams to USD 251 and Northern Heights High School! We are excited to have her join our team as a high school math teacher. We’re looking forward to a great year and are happy to have you as part of the Wildcat family! 🐾
We've created our 2026–2027 Vacation & Appointment Planner to help families schedule appointments and vacations during days when school is not in session whenever possible. Being in school every day helps students build strong habits, stay connected, and make the most of every learning opportunity. Thank you for partnering with us to make attendance a priority. Together, we can help every student succeed!
Welcome to the USD 251 family!!!
We're excited to begin introducing the newest members of our team! Starting today, we'll be spotlighting new teachers or new staff members as we count down to the first day of school. Join us in giving each of them a warm welcome. We can't wait for you to meet the incredible people who will be making a difference in our schools this year!
We're excited to begin introducing the newest members of our team! Starting today, we'll be spotlighting new teachers or new staff members as we count down to the first day of school. Join us in giving each of them a warm welcome. We can't wait for you to meet the incredible people who will be making a difference in our schools this year!
New USD 251 Electronic Device Policy to comply with Kansas House Bill 2299.
Everyone's positive cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Everyone's positive cooperation is greatly appreciated!
Visit our website for factual bond information! New information is added frequently!
Reminder: Student Enrollment
If you have not yet enrolled your student for the upcoming school year, please do so as soon as possible. Timely enrollment is essential to help us plan and prepare for a successful start to the school year.
To schedule a time to enroll your child, please contact your building secretary:
NHHS: Sandy – 620-481-2087
NLC: Shannon – 620-481-2086
Thank you for helping us prepare for a great school year. We look forward to welcoming your student!
If you have not yet enrolled your student for the upcoming school year, please do so as soon as possible. Timely enrollment is essential to help us plan and prepare for a successful start to the school year.
To schedule a time to enroll your child, please contact your building secretary:
NHHS: Sandy – 620-481-2087
NLC: Shannon – 620-481-2086
Thank you for helping us prepare for a great school year. We look forward to welcoming your student!
Unfortunately this event has been cancelled!
Don't forget about those Sports Physicals!
Students will be allowed to attend practice, but they WILL NOT be allowed to PARTICIPATE until the y have one on file with the school.
Physical form can be found here: https://www.kshsaa.org/public/pdf/form-ppe.pdf
ENROLLMENT is quickly approaching!
If you have any questions feel free to reach out to our building secretaries.
NLC Elementary - 620-481-2086
NHHS - 620-481-2087
If you have any questions feel free to reach out to our building secretaries.
NLC Elementary - 620-481-2086
NHHS - 620-481-2087
WE'RE HIRING!
NLC Elementary School is seeking applications for the position of a TEACHER'S AIDE for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time, 8 hours daily, 9-month position with benefits. Please complete a classified application and submit to Nicky Nuessen at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are located on our website or can be picked up at the district office.
NLC Elementary School is seeking applications for the position of a TEACHER'S AIDE for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time, 8 hours daily, 9-month position with benefits. Please complete a classified application and submit to Nicky Nuessen at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are located on our website or can be picked up at the district office.
Tryouts for the Northern Heights Dance Team will be held August 13th, with 3 practice clinics leading up to tryouts. Any student that is interested is required to attend at least 2 of the 3 clinics, but are welcome (& encouraged) to attend all 3.
Whether you have years of dance experience or just love to perform and be part of a team, we'd love to see you at tryouts!
Check out the flyer for practice and tryout dates & times.
If you have any question email Ms. Clark: clarkj@usd251.org
Whether you have years of dance experience or just love to perform and be part of a team, we'd love to see you at tryouts!
Check out the flyer for practice and tryout dates & times.
If you have any question email Ms. Clark: clarkj@usd251.org
A huge THANK YOU to our NLC PTO for your continued support of our students, staff, and families. Your generosity helps ensure every student starts the school year ready to learn!
All school supplies will be provided for PreK–8th grade students this school year! The only items families will need to send with their child are: A backpack and tennis shoes for PE.
All school supplies will be provided for PreK–8th grade students this school year! The only items families will need to send with their child are: A backpack and tennis shoes for PE.
The 2026-27 STUDENT ENROLLMENT is the END OF THIS MONTH!!!
Free & Reduced Meal applications are now available and were mailed out to families yesterday. You can also fill out the application online at: https://schoolmealsapp.ksde.org/Home/welcome/D0251. Please call the District Office at (620)481-2085 if you have questions.
USD 251 North Lyon County has an openings for the positions of Assistant Cook at NHHS and NLC Elementary School. This is a full time, 8 hours daily, 9 month, Monday - Friday position with benefits. Salary schedule placement will be determined by experience.
Please submit a classified application to: Nicolette Nuessen, USD 251, PO Box 527, Americus, KS, 66835 or email at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are available online at www.usd251.org or may be picked up at the District Office at 614 Main, Americus, KS. EOE
Please submit a classified application to: Nicolette Nuessen, USD 251, PO Box 527, Americus, KS, 66835 or email at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are available online at www.usd251.org or may be picked up at the District Office at 614 Main, Americus, KS. EOE
📣 Congratulations to the 2026-2027 Northern Heights Cheer Squad!
We are excited to announce this year's team and can't wait to see these girls lead the crowd, support their fellow Wildcats, and represent Northern Heights throughout the year.
We are excited to announce this year's team and can't wait to see these girls lead the crowd, support their fellow Wildcats, and represent Northern Heights throughout the year.
Join our Team and make a Difference in the Lives of Student-Athletes!
We are currently accepting applications for the following coaching positions at NHHS:
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Head Baseball Coach
Head Softball Coach
Assistant Softball Coach
We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic individuals who are committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the field/court. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, sportsmanship, and a passion for mentoring youth.
Applications can be found on our website at https://www.usd251.org/o/district/page/employment
Please submit to Nicky Nuessen at nuessenn@usd251.org
We are currently accepting applications for the following coaching positions at NHHS:
Head Girls Basketball Coach
Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
Head Baseball Coach
Head Softball Coach
Assistant Softball Coach
We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic individuals who are committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the field/court. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong leadership, sportsmanship, and a passion for mentoring youth.
Applications can be found on our website at https://www.usd251.org/o/district/page/employment
Please submit to Nicky Nuessen at nuessenn@usd251.org
USD 251 North Lyon County has an openings for the positions of Assistant Cook at NHHS and NLC Elementary School. This is a full time, 8 hours daily, 9 month, Monday - Friday position with benefits. Salary schedule placement will be determined by experience.
Please submit a classified application to: Nicolette Nuessen, USD 251, PO Box 527, Americus, KS, 66835 or email at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are available online at www.usd251.org or may be picked up at the District Office at 614 Main, Americus, KS. EOE
Please submit a classified application to: Nicolette Nuessen, USD 251, PO Box 527, Americus, KS, 66835 or email at nuessenn@usd251.org. Applications are available online at www.usd251.org or may be picked up at the District Office at 614 Main, Americus, KS. EOE
The Wildcat basketball camp will be running in the NLC Elementary gym this week so there won't be any volleyball workouts for the week of June 22. Weights and conditioning workouts will continue as scheduled. Volleyball workouts will resume next week. The final night of volleyball summer league is this Thursday.
📣 Northern Heights Cheer Tryouts Are Next Week! 📣
To help athletes prepare, we will be offering 2 mini clinics on Monday & Tuesday for those interested to learn and practice the skills that will be used during tryouts on Wednesday. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Joni Allen- allenj@usd251.org
