We apologize for this inconvenience, the NLC football and volleyball printed calendar schedules are incorrect for the upcoming season. It is being corrected online, but the printed calendars do not always have the correct location/opponent. Revised schedules will also be available at the NLC parent meeting and open house.
about 1 hour ago, Katherine Adams
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We’re kicking off the 2026–27 fall sports season with five new coaches joining the Northern Heights team! We’re excited to welcome them to the Wildcat sidelines and can’t wait to see the energy, experience, and enthusiasm they bring to our athletes and programs.
about 16 hours ago, Lea Hamlin
Cross Country
Cheer
Dance
Head VB
Ass. VB
We are excited to welcome Liz Stateham to the USD 251 family! Liz will be joining our team as the Grades 5–8 Special Education Teacher at NLC. We are thrilled to have her on our team and look forward to a wonderful school year!
Welcome, Liz! 🐾
about 20 hours ago, Aimee Landgren
Liz Stateham
Help us start each school day with a smile! We are looking for moms, dads, grandparents, and/or community members who would be willing to volunteer as a morning door greeter at NLC Elementary from 7:30–8:05 AM. Your friendly smile and warm welcome can make a big difference in a student’s day! Interested in helping? Please reach out to Aimee Landgren for more information. 🐾
about 21 hours ago, Aimee Landgren
Door Greeter

🏃‍♀️🏐🏈 Practice officially begins Monday, August 17!
Below you’ll find the practice times for Monday & Tuesday, along with the activity route schedules.
A few important reminders:
📅 Coaches will let their teams know if practice times change once school starts.
🚌 Route times are estimates and may change depending on stops and traffic.
🏫 There is no transportation TO practice, transportation will only be provided AFTER practice.
📋 If you haven’t already turned in your physical, please make sure you bring it!
Let’s get these seasons started!

about 22 hours ago, Lea Hamlin
Practice times
Activity Route
Ready or not, here we go!! Come meet your teachers, find your classrooms, and get a head start on the first-day butterflies! We can’t wait to see all of our Wildcats and kick off another great year! 🐾
1 day ago, Lea Hamlin
back to school

We are pleased to welcome Cameron to the district as a business teacher at both NLC Elementary and Northern Heights High School. Cameron has already been a part of the USD #251 family through coaching, and we are excited to welcome him as a teacher. We look forward to the knowledge and perspective Cameron will bring to his new role and to our students. Welcome to the teaching team, Cameron!🐾

2 days ago, Aimee Landgren
Cameron Heiman
We are excited to welcome Tara Pettijohn to the NLC family as one of our 4th-grade teachers! We are thrilled to have her join our team. Welcome to USD 251 and NLC Elementary, Tara! 🐾
3 days ago, Aimee Landgren
Tara Pettijohn
WE ARE HIRING!
NLC Elementary has an opening for a full time, 12-month, second shift, CUSTODIAN. This is a Monday through Friday position with benefits. Salary schedule placement will be determined by experience.
Interested? Please submit a "Classified Application" to Nicky Nuessen at nuessenn@usd251.org or drop off at the District Office in Americus. Applications can be found on our website at https://www.usd251.org/page/employment or can be picked up at the District Office.
3 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
We need you!

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! 🐾

6 days ago, Aimee Landgren
Angela Adams

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!

6 days ago, Aimee Landgren
Appointment and Vacation Planner
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!
7 days ago, Aimee Landgren
New 5th Grade Teacher
New USD 251 Electronic Device Policy to comply with Kansas House Bill 2299.
Everyone's positive cooperation is greatly appreciated!
8 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
Personal Communication Device Policy
Visit our website for factual bond information! New information is added frequently!
9 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
Facts you can trust.
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!
14 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
Enrollment

Unfortunately this event has been cancelled!

15 days ago, Lea Hamlin
Car Wash 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

20 days ago, Lea Hamlin
Get your physicals before Aug. 17th
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
22 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
Student Enrollment reminder
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.
23 days ago, Nicky Nuessen
Help Wanted!
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
28 days ago, Lea Hamlin
NH Dance Tryouts