What’s Happening in USD 484 the week of August 25-31?
We’ve got a busy and exciting week ahead for our Yellowjacket community! From FCCLA and Yearbook Workshop to our High School Volleyball Jamboree, ELC ASQ Night, and Parent Information Night—there’s something for everyone.
Don’t miss Friday’s Black & Gold Scrimmage as our volleyball and football teams gear up for the season!
Check out the full calendar of events and practice schedules below to stay in the loop. Dates and times are subject to change, so be sure to plan ahead!
We’ve got a busy and exciting week ahead for our Yellowjacket community! From FCCLA and Yearbook Workshop to our High School Volleyball Jamboree, ELC ASQ Night, and Parent Information Night—there’s something for everyone.
Don’t miss Friday’s Black & Gold Scrimmage as our volleyball and football teams gear up for the season!
Check out the full calendar of events and practice schedules below to stay in the loop. Dates and times are subject to change, so be sure to plan ahead!
We’re wrapping up our Staff Spotlights with one more incredible addition—Lianne Baker, who joins the Early Learning Center as a Special Education Para! With 13 years of experience and a heart for working with preschoolers, Lianne is bringing joy, compassion, and energy to our youngest learners.
Here’s a peek at just a few Back to School moments from our Early Learning Center and Lincoln Elementary!
We had plenty of excited and smiling faces throughout the buildings yesterday, and we hope everyone had a wonderful first day filled with smiles and new beginnings.
We had plenty of excited and smiling faces throughout the buildings yesterday, and we hope everyone had a wonderful first day filled with smiles and new beginnings.
Our Yellowjackets are headed to Oswego High School on Tuesday, August 26th for a JV & Varsity Volleyball Jamboree! Matchups: 5:00 PM vs. Oswego | 6:00 PM vs. Parsons
Admission: 1 bottle of water or Gatorade — talk about a refreshing way to get in!
Come pack the stands, bring your energy, and cheer on our Jackets as they kick off the season!
Admission: 1 bottle of water or Gatorade — talk about a refreshing way to get in!
Come pack the stands, bring your energy, and cheer on our Jackets as they kick off the season!
Join us in celebrating Jason Wheeler as he steps into an expanded role at FJSHS!
After starting as a para, Jason now serves as our Student Advocate & Assistant Athletic Director—and is now adding Mental Health Liaison to the mix! We’re lucky to have his heart and dedication supporting our students every day.
After starting as a para, Jason now serves as our Student Advocate & Assistant Athletic Director—and is now adding Mental Health Liaison to the mix! We’re lucky to have his heart and dedication supporting our students every day.
Help us celebrate Vanessa Compton in her new dual role as Early Childhood Instructional Coach at the ELC and Family Outreach & Communications Coordinator!
She’s excited to support early learning and continue connecting families to our schools and community.
She’s excited to support early learning and continue connecting families to our schools and community.
Join us for a night of food and learning! Enjoy a meal cooked by our superintendent and board members while learning how to navigate the programs we use across the district—and much more. Parents will leave with tools to better support their students from Pre-K through 12th grade.
It's finally here....Happy 1st day of school! Wishing all USD 484 students, families, and staff a wonderful school year! Lead with kindness, learn with joy, and make memories that last a lifetime.
Junior High Cheer Practice This Week!
Just a reminder that Junior High Cheer will have practice this Thursday and Friday at the Wilson Gym – FJSHS from 6:30–7:30 AM.
Let’s keep bringing the energy, Jackets!
Just a reminder that Junior High Cheer will have practice this Thursday and Friday at the Wilson Gym – FJSHS from 6:30–7:30 AM.
Let’s keep bringing the energy, Jackets!
Help us welcome Nissa Smith to her new role as a Preschool Teacher at the Early Learning Center!
With 28 years in education—including 10 right here in Fredonia—Nissa brings a wealth of experience from roles in 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade, special education, libraries, and more.
Welcome back to preschool, Nissa!
With 28 years in education—including 10 right here in Fredonia—Nissa brings a wealth of experience from roles in 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade, special education, libraries, and more.
Welcome back to preschool, Nissa!
Help us celebrate Amanda Svaty as she steps into a new role at Lincoln Elementary, focusing on literacy support!
With 15 years of experience and a passion for helping students grow, Amanda will be working primarily with 2nd and 3rd grade while supporting literacy across the building.
“I’m excited to help improve literacy skills for every student and support both kids and parents along the way!”
With 15 years of experience and a passion for helping students grow, Amanda will be working primarily with 2nd and 3rd grade while supporting literacy across the building.
“I’m excited to help improve literacy skills for every student and support both kids and parents along the way!”
Help us celebrate Shaena Baker’s new dual role!
She’s continuing to teach 2nd grade while also serving as our district’s new Data Coordinator for the ELC and Lincoln Elementary.
With 15 years of experience and a passion for student growth, we’re lucky to have her!
She’s continuing to teach 2nd grade while also serving as our district’s new Data Coordinator for the ELC and Lincoln Elementary.
With 15 years of experience and a passion for student growth, we’re lucky to have her!
Let’s give a big shoutout to Lindsay Woldum as she steps into her new role as a Psych Para at Lincoln Elementary!
After 8 years as a Special Ed Para, Lindsay is excited for this new opportunity while still working closely with students. We’re lucky to have her on the Lincoln team!
After 8 years as a Special Ed Para, Lindsay is excited for this new opportunity while still working closely with students. We’re lucky to have her on the Lincoln team!
Help us welcome Amber Neill back to 1st grade at Lincoln Elementary!
Now in her 6th year in Fredonia, Amber brings over 20 years of experience in education—from Early Childhood to Title I—and a passion for helping students grow.
She’s excited to partner with parents and see big learning leaps this year. Welcome back to 1st, Amber!
Now in her 6th year in Fredonia, Amber brings over 20 years of experience in education—from Early Childhood to Title I—and a passion for helping students grow.
She’s excited to partner with parents and see big learning leaps this year. Welcome back to 1st, Amber!
Help us welcome Matthew Fischer as he takes on a dual role at Fredonia Jr/Sr High—serving as both 7–12 School Counselor and Instrumental Music Teacher! We're grateful for his heart, talent, and dedication to supporting students in every way.
Help us welcome Theresa Faileaso to her new role as a Kinder Para at the Early Learning Center!
She’s excited to work with our littlest learners and hopes to make a difference in each of their lives. Welcome to Kindergarten, Theresa!
Join us in celebrating Kaylea Millar as she steps into her new role as a Pre-K co-teacher at the Early Learning Center!
After 4 years as a Pre-K para, Kaylea is excited to help our littlest learners grow, shine, and take their first steps in school.
“Each smile, each step, each moment reminds me why I love teaching Pre-K.”
Welcome to your new role, Kaylea!
After 4 years as a Pre-K para, Kaylea is excited to help our littlest learners grow, shine, and take their first steps in school.
“Each smile, each step, each moment reminds me why I love teaching Pre-K.”
Welcome to your new role, Kaylea!
Help us give a big Yellowjacket welcome to Darla Shope and Samoa Faileaso—our newest custodial team members!
We’re glad to have you in the district and appreciate all you do to keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly!
Back row: Darla Shope, Grace Boden, April Gulick, Samoa Faileaso, Joyce Timmons
Front row: Judy Payne, Becky Bockover
Not pictured: Darrin Evans
We’re glad to have you in the district and appreciate all you do to keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly!
Back row: Darla Shope, Grace Boden, April Gulick, Samoa Faileaso, Joyce Timmons
Front row: Judy Payne, Becky Bockover
Not pictured: Darrin Evans
Help us give a big Yellowjacket welcome to Teresa Rollings and Crystal Johnson—our newest additions to the Nutrition Services team!
We’re excited to have you on board and grateful for the care you put into fueling our students each day!
Back row: Mitch Culbertson, Kathy Houchin (Director), Cathy Patch, Wendy Bunyard, Laura Taylor, Ann Timmons
Front row: Brenda Baugher, Teresa Rollings, Linda Beard, Crystal Johnson
We’re excited to have you on board and grateful for the care you put into fueling our students each day!
Back row: Mitch Culbertson, Kathy Houchin (Director), Cathy Patch, Wendy Bunyard, Laura Taylor, Ann Timmons
Front row: Brenda Baugher, Teresa Rollings, Linda Beard, Crystal Johnson
Help us welcome Maddison “Maddi” Cochran to Fredonia Jr/Sr High! Maddi is our new English teacher—and will also be teaching a section of Geography. She’s passionate about education, a big reader, and a proud pet parent of two dogs and two cats. Welcome to FJSHS, Maddi!
