Today, students at FJSHS were treated to a drink in our second Academic Challenge. Congratulations to over 200 students for qualifying! Thank you to Sonic of Fredonia for your overwhelming generosity and support!
about 4 hours ago, Brian Houghton
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Last night at Gene John Stadium, FJSHS students, families, and community members came together for an evening of Jacket spirit. The night kicked off with a spirited pep rally, packed with energy and school pride, before transitioning to the traditional bonfire. Both events united the community in celebration and built anticipation for Friday’s rivalry game against the Neodesha Bluestreaks.
about 5 hours ago, USD 484
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Bonfire 2025 - October 1 - Pep Rally
Last night, FJSHS students and fans gathered to gear up for Friday’s football showdown with our rivals, the Neodesha Bluestreaks. The evening began with a high-energy pep rally at Gene John Stadium, followed by a community bonfire that brought students, families, and fans together to fuel the excitement for game day.
about 7 hours ago, USD 484
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
Bonfire 2025 - October 1
The Fredonia Junior High and High School Cross Country teams are on the move today, traveling to Central Heights for competition!

Races begin at 3:45 PM, and our Jackets are ready to push their limits, chase personal bests, and represent Fredonia with heart and endurance. Let’s wish them the best as they take on the course!
about 13 hours ago, USD 484
Cross Country 2025 - October 2 - Central Heights.jpg
It’s another home battle for the High School Lady Jackets! Tonight they face off against Eureka and Iola, looking to turn hard work into big wins tonight. First serve at 5:00 PM—let’s pack the gym and cheer loud for our girls in black and gold!
about 14 hours ago, USD 484
HS Volleyball 2025 - October 2 - Eureka & Iola
The Junior High Yellowjackets are on the road this afternoon, ready to take on the Bluestem Lions in both volleyball and football action.

The evening kicks off with volleyball at 4:30 PM, where the Jackets will bring their energy and teamwork to the court. Following that, the gridiron battle begins at 6:00 PM as the football team faces off under the lights.

It’s a full evening of competition and Jacket pride—let’s show our support as these athletes continue to grow, compete, and represent Fredonia with heart.
about 14 hours ago, USD 484
JH Football & Volleyball 2025 - October 2 - @ Bluestem

September #USD484FamilyMoments Winner

Congratulations to The Huser Family—our September #USD484FamilyMoments Initiative Winner! They’ve earned a $50 gift certificate to G&W Foods for sharing their family moments with us.

We want to thank every family who joined in, used our hashtag, and shared their special moments. Each post is a reminder of how important family time is in building connection, love, and community.

October brings a brand new chance!
Keep sharing what family time looks like in your home by posting your pictures and stories with #USD484FamilyMoments. Each month brings a new opportunity to be recognized and celebrated—plus a chance to win a $50 local gift certificate!

Let’s keep the momentum going and continue celebrating the joy of family across USD 484.

about 15 hours ago, USD 484
USD #484 Family Moments Initiative 2025 - September Winner

Fredonia Schools are proud to be recognized as a Special Olympics Unified Banner School—a distinction given to National Unified Champion Schools for their dedication to fostering social inclusion. This honor celebrates our commitment to Unified Sports, inclusive youth leadership, and whole-school engagement.

As a Unified Champion School, Fredonia has met 10 national standards of excellence established by Special Olympics, earning a banner that symbolizes our achievement in building a culture where all students belong.

What it means to be a Unified Champion School:

Unified Sports: Students of all abilities join together as teammates, training and competing side by side.

Inclusive Youth Leadership: Students with and without disabilities take on meaningful leadership roles within the school and program.

Whole-School Engagement: Our entire school community participates in activities that promote acceptance, respect, and inclusion for everyone.

Sustainability: Fredonia is committed to carrying this vision forward with a long-term plan to ensure inclusion remains at the heart of our culture.

We are honored to be part of this national network of schools recognized for their efforts to make inclusion the standard. Fredonia’s name will proudly appear on the official Special Olympics list of Unified Champion Schools—an achievement worth celebrating!

2 days ago, USD 484
Special Olympics 2025 - National Unified Champion School
Last Wednesday, our Special Olympics athletes traveled to Parsons to compete in bowling—and the smiles said it all! The pictures from the day truly are worth a thousand words, capturing the excitement, teamwork, and joy these students experienced.
3 days ago, USD 484
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24
Special Olympics 2025 - @ Parsons - September 24

The Lady Jackets are on the road tonight, heading into rival territory at Neodesha! Fredonia will face off against Cherryvale and Neodesha in back-to-back matches at 6:00 and 7:00.

This is more than just another night of volleyball—it’s a chance to showcase the hard work, determination, and Jacket pride these athletes bring to the court every game. Let’s fill the stands in Neodesha and remind everyone that Fredonia fans travel strong!

3 days ago, USD 484
HS Volleyball - @ Neodesha - September 30.jpg

Jacket Update
September 22-27, 2025

3 days ago, USD 484
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27
Jacket Updates 2025 - September 22-27

It’s that time of year again, Jacket Nation!

Beat Neody Week is here, and the energy is building as we get ready to cheer on our teams.

Join us on Wednesday, October 1st for a night of Yellowjacket pride!

Community Pep Rally | 8:00 PM | Gene John Stadium
Come pack the stands as our athletes, cheerleaders, band, and coaches fire up the crowd. Let’s show Neodesha just how strong our Jacket spirit is!

Bonfire | Following the Rally | FJSHS South Parking Lot
After the rally, head over to the south lot for the bonfire—a tradition that brings our entire town together. Gather with friends, family, and fellow fans as we light up the night in support of Fredonia.

Whether you’re a student, alum, parent, or community member, this is your chance to celebrate what makes Fredonia special—our unity, our pride, and our relentless Jacket spirit.

3 days ago, USD 484
Beat Neody 2025 - October 1.png
Seniors Chris Oney and Colton McCoy proudly represented Fredonia at the Kansas State Fair, competing in the Unified Partners Grand Champion Show. While they didn’t bring home a ribbon, both were awarded medals and—most importantly—created memories that will last a lifetime.

This annual event, sponsored by Kansas 4-H, Special Olympics, and the State Fair, celebrates teamwork, inclusion, and community. Their Unified Partners, Brook Derby and Maddison Goodman, were right there in the stands, cheering them on every step of the way!

A true reminder that it’s not just about awards, but about experiences and friendships.
3 days ago, USD 484
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
State Fair - Special Olympics - 2025
The JV Jackets are back in action tonight as they travel to Galena for a 6:00 PM kickoff. These young athletes are working hard to build experience, sharpen their skills, and carry on the strong Yellowjacket tradition.

Let’s wish our JV squad the best as they hit the field—go fight hard, Jackets!
4 days ago, USD 484
JV Football 2025 - September 29 - @ Galena.jpg
Yellowjacket Women’s Golf is on the course today in Fort Scott at Woodland Hills Golf Course (2414 Horton St). Tee-off begins at 1:00 PM.

We’re wishing Kennedy the best of luck as she represents Fredonia—go swing strong and keep shaving those strokes!
4 days ago, USD 484
Womens Golf 2025 - September 29 - Fort Scott.jpg
We’re wishing our first-year members the best of luck as they represent Fredonia and take part in a day full of growth and opportunity.
4 days ago, USD 484
FFA 2025 - September 29 - Greenhand Conference.jpg
Snap it. Share it. Win it!
Post your best family moments using #USD484FamilyMoments and you’ll be entered to win a $50 gift certificate to G&W Foods this September. Don’t miss your chance—show us what family time looks like in Jacket Nation!
4 days ago, USD 484
Family Moments Initiative - Push Out / Wrap Up.jpg
It’s BEAT NEODY WEEK, Jackets! The energy is building across USD 484 as we gear up for one of the biggest rivalries of the year—Friday night’s football showdown at Neodesha! The march, the bonfire, the pride—everything builds to Friday night, when the Jackets storm Neodesha determined to ring the bell in Fredonia once again.
Let’s show up. Let’s get loud. Let’s make this week unforgettable. Jacket fans, wear your black & gold and bring that energy everywhere you go—because it’s time to BEAT NEODY!
6 days ago, USD 484
Weekly Calendar 2025 - September 29-October 5
Yesterday afternoon, our High School Cross Country team hit the road for Lawrence, ready to tackle the legendary Rim Rock course this morning. It’s a crisp day for racing! Admission is $10 if you’re heading out to cheer. Good luck, Jacket runners!
6 days ago, USD 484
Cross Country 2025 - Rim Rock Classic - September 27.png
Lady Jacket Volleyball is on the road to Burlington this morning for a full day of tournament action! Pool play kicks off with Humboldt at 8:30 a.m., Iola at 9:40 a.m., and Burlington at 10:50 a.m. Bracket play begins at 12:30 p.m. Good luck, Jackets—let’s bring the heat!
6 days ago, USD 484
HS Volleyball 2025 - Burlington Tournament - September 27.jpg