On Friday, October 3, Fredonia Junior/Senior High School hosted a Renaissance Rally—a high-energy, school-wide celebration recognizing students and staff for their achievements, character, and school pride.
Much like an athletic pep rally, a Renaissance Rally channels excitement and unity throughout the school, but the spotlight shines on academic achievement, positive behavior, and kindness. The Jostens Renaissance program helps build a positive school culture where every student and staff member feels valued and appreciated for their contributions.
During the rally, several students and staff were recognized with B.E.S.T. Awards (Be Respectful, Encourage Others, Show Responsibility, and Take Pride) and additional honors celebrating growth, leadership, and positive impact across campus.
Recipients of the awards, from left to right, are:
Stay Gold Award: Vicki Starr – FJSHS Resource Teacher
Teacher of the Month: Maddison Cochran – FJSHS English Teacher
Growth Award: Dylan Hendrix – 7th Grade
Student of the Month: Abrielle Baker – 8th Grade
Making a Difference Award: Rylie Reynolds – Sophomore
Growth Award: Jax Gile – Junior
Stay Gold Award: Brayden O’Leary – Senior
Making a Difference Award: Deb Evans – FJSHS Academic Advocate
Staff Member of the Month: Shelly Appelhans – FJSHS Secretary
Fredonia is proud of these individuals for their dedication, positive attitudes, and daily contributions that make FJSHS a great place to learn and grow. Congratulations to all honorees for representing the B.E.S.T. of Fredonia and showing what it truly means to be a Yellowjacket!
Fredonia’s Women’s golfer is back on the course this afternoon, taking on the greens at Garnett Country Club! The action starts at 1:00 PM as Kennedy looks to keep her season going strong and post some low scores today!
Good luck!
The Jackets will host Altoona-Midway and Eureka: The C-Team kicks things off at 4:00 PM, setting the tone before JV and Varsity hit the court at 5:00 PM.
Let’s pack the stands, turn up the energy, and show our teams what home-court advantage really feels like!
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October 6 - 11, 2025
The long-standing rivalry between Fredonia and Neodesha always delivers intensity, energy, and school spirit on both sides of the court. For the Jackets, it’s about proving their grit, showcasing teamwork, and leaving everything they’ve got in pursuit of victory.
Fans can expect a charged atmosphere, hard-fought rallies, and both teams laying it all on the line. At the end of the night, only one will walk away with bragging rights and the sound of the bell ringing in their favor.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the noise, and cheer on our Yellowjackets as they fight to bring the bell back where it belongs—home to Fredonia!
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!
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.
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.
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!
