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Auburn-Washburn
Unified School District 437
Topeka, Kansas
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Profile
Mention the Auburn-Washburn Schools and
you will hear phrases like--academically challenging, progressive, small
classes, high achievement, modern, excellent.
The Auburn-School District consists of
128 square miles of suburban and rural areas. Our patrons reside in city
neighborhoods, rural home sites, small towns, farms, and everything
in-between. Commitment to excellent schools is the common thread that runs
through the diverse areas of the district.
Success for all
Students
Our schools reflect the commitment to excellence evident in our
community. Above all we want every student to succeed. If academic
achievement is an indicator of success we are reaching our goal. We
consistently rank among the leaders in a variety of test scores including
the ACT and SAT as well as in National Merit Scholarships.
Elementary Schools
Auburn Elementary School
(Pre-kindergarten - Grade 6)
Indian Hills Elementary School (Kindergarten - Grade 6)
Jay Shideler Elementary School (Pre-kindergarten
- Grade 6)
Pauline Central Primary School (Pre-kindergarten - Grade 3)
P auline South Intermediate School (Grade 4 - Grade
6)
Wanamaker Elementary (Pre-kindergarten - Grade 6)
In addition to a solid core curriculum
for elementary students, Auburn-Washburn offers opportunities in Music,
Technology, Science, and Art.
Full-Day kindergarten is available in
all Auburn-Washburn attendance areas.
Washburn Rural Middle School (Grades 7-8)
Our State Blue Ribbon
award-winning middle school was designed from the ground up to support a
true middle school concept. Students and staff are divided into teams to
make the transition from elementary to the secondary level easier.
Washburn Rural High School (Grades 9-12)
Undeniably one of the state’s
finest high schools. We offer a wide range of instruction via a unique
flexible schedule. This co llege-like program allows students to better
focus on challenging subjects while providing access to individualized
faculty assistance. Students have opportunities for advanced placement and
other college credit courses. The school is well-known for its
extracurricular activities, from debate to swimming to soccer, consistently
winning state championships. You will find national caliber forensics and
music programs here also. A Washburn
Rural High
School diploma has been a catalyst for
achievement throughout the world. Nearly 90% of our students pursue
post-secondary education.
Washburn Rural Alternative High School (Grades 9-12)
We know that not all students
learn in the same way at the s ame rate. So we have developed an alternative to
the traditional high school. Students here are challenged in unique ways
and have unique opportunities to demonstrate their abilities. This program
is open to any student in Kansas
regardless of the district they live in.
Staff
No one cares more about students
than the staff in the Au burn-Washburn Schools. Almost half the faculty
here hold a Masters Degree or higher. When it comes to staff earning awards
for excellence, we lead the area. We have an aggressive staff development
process and provide teachers with the resources they need in the classroom.
Small Diverse Classes
We know the value of small class
sizes. The average size of elementary classes in Auburn-Washburn is 19
students. Our diverse classrooms include new students from 30 different
states and 5 foreign countries each year
Early Learning and Special Programs
We provide services to help the
learning process begin when children are very young. Our Parents as
Teachers program shows parents how to be the first teacher to their child.
We also have preschool programs for students with special needs as well as
students who need extra help preparing for school. We have special services
to meet the needs of students who face obstacles to learning and those who
need additional challenges. Many of these programs operate within our
regular programs. Our curriculum for gifted children provides added
enrichment opportunities within each school. For working parents, before
and after -school care is available in or adjacent to all elementary
schools.
Safety
When it comes to keeping our
schools safe we believe prevention is the key. The Auburn-Washburn schools
encourage an attitude of respect among our diverse student population. We
have an experienced staff of counselors and school psychologists to support
the students and reinforce the idea of community in our schools. We have
invested in safety monitoring, planning, and response capabilities. Our
students are here to learn and they serve as advocates for our safe
schools.
Facilities & Technology
Our state-of-the-art campuses
are second to none with modern air-conditioned buildings. We have a 45-acre
outdoor environmental area and extensive facilities for extracurricular
activities. We were the first school in the area to place a computer in
every classroom of every building and we have our own fiber-optic network.
Our schools are equipped with computer and technology laboratories staffed
by technology specialists.
Transportation
Bus service is available to all
students in the district. Our drivers are among the best you will find
anywhere. We operate our own fleet of modern, well-maintained busses.
Something for Everyone
Even if you do not have a child
in school we have something to offer. Gymnasiums, auditoriums, and meeting
facilities are available for use by groups in the community. Many of our
computer labs have open periods for patron use. Our mission is to empower
all citizens, and we are always looking for ways to share our resources
with the community.
Auburn-Washburn Public Schools
Foundation
The district is fortunate to
have an organization which helps supple ment our mission. The Foundation is committed to
enhancing, enriching, and expanding the educational opportunities of our
students through classroom grants to help make unique projects possible.
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