Help us welcome Misty Whitson to her new role at FJSHS! After serving as a long-term sub, Misty is now officially our 9th & 10th grade English teacher. We’re excited to have her passion, creativity, and heart for students in the classroom full-time! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Misty Whitson - HS English
Misty Whitson - HS English
A proud USD 484 alum, Chase is joining the FJSHS team as our new Social Studies teacher. We’re excited to have him back—this time in the classroom as a Yellowjacket educator! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Chase Ratzlaff - JH Social Studies
Chase Ratzlaff - JH Social Studies

Miss Amy Thurlow is back—but in a new role! After years of teaching Pre-K at the ELC, she’s now serving as our district Speech-Language Pathologist, supporting students at the ELC, Lincoln, and FJSHS. Help us congratulate Amy as she continues making a difference across all three buildings in USD 484! #USD484FamilyMoments

3 months ago, USD 484
Amy Thurlow - Speech & Language Pathologist
Amy Thurlow - Speech & Language Pathologist
Help us welcome Sarah Kieffer to USD 484! She’s joining the ELC and Lincoln teams as a Pre-K-3rd grade Resource Room teacher and is excited to be part of the Fredonia community. #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Sarah Kieffer - Resource Teacher
Sarah Kieffer - Resource Teacher
Please help us welcome Shyann “Shy” Somers to the ELC team and the Fredonia community! She’s joining us as a Kindergarten Paraprofessional and brings a big heart for kids and a love for learning. We’re glad you’re here, Shy! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Shyann Somers - ELC Team
Shyann Somers - ELC Team
Say hello to Alex Kitchens, the newest face on our 3rd grade team at Lincoln Elementary! We’re excited to welcome her to Fredonia and the Yellowjacket family! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Alex Kitchens - 3rd Grade
Alex Kitchens - 3rd Grade
Join us in welcoming Paige Voth to the 4th grade team at Lincoln Elementary! She’s thrilled to be part of the Fredonia community and looks forward to helping her students grow every day. Welcome to the hive, Paige! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Paige Voth - 4th Grade
Paige Voth - 4th Grade
Help us welcome Julie Babcock to the 5th grade team at Lincoln Elementary! She’s bringing her heart for kids, love of learning, and fun energy to the Fredonia community. We’re lucky to have her! #USD484FamilyMoments
3 months ago, USD 484
Julie Babcock - 5th Grade
Julie Babcock - 5th Grade

Let’s give a big Yellowjacket welcome to Rachael, Shelly, and Shyann—our newest Early Learning Center Paraprofessionals! We’re so excited to have these caring and dedicated ladies supporting our youngest learners this year. Note: Shyann's Spotlight will be posted soon! #USD484FamilyMoments

3 months ago, USD 484
ELC Para Team - 2025
ELC Para Team - 2025
ELC Para Team - 2025
ELC Para Team - 2025

Help us give a warm Yellowjacket welcome to our new Kindergarten teachers joining the Early Learning Center! We’re excited to have them on board and can’t wait for an amazing school year ahead! #USD484FamilyMoments

3 months ago, USD 484
Kindergarten Team 2025
Kindergarten Team 2025
Kindergarten Team 2025
Kindergarten Team 2025
Weekly Calendar 2025 - August 18-24
3 months ago, USD 484
Weekly Calendar 2025 - August 18-24

Thanks to everyone who attended "Boot Camp" this week. Final scores for teams are:

  • Delta Company - 537

  • Beta Company - 501

  • Alpha Company - 477

  • Easy Company - 413

3 months ago, Marc Svaty

Meet Aaron Chard—our Director of 21st Century Learning & Activities-Athletics!

With 39 years in education and a heart for Fredonia, he's all in for student growth and Yellowjacket pride! 💛🖤

4 months ago, USD 484
Aaron Chard - Meet our Leaders
Aaron Chard - Meet our Leaders
Meet Jamie Camacho, our incredible District Assistant Principal! With 20 years in education, she brings heart, leadership, and a love for helping others grow. “Proud to be a Fredonia Yellowjacket and blessed to call this community home!” 💛🐝 #USD484FamilyMatters
4 months ago, USD 484
Jamie Camacho - Meet our Leaders
Jamie Camacho - Meet our Leaders

🏈 Support Yellowjacket Football! 🐝

Grab your $20 discount card loaded with local deals + out-of-town savings!

Players can win prizes—hoodies, tumblers, and even $100 for the top seller!

Players will be coming around town to sell—reach out to a football player to get yours and help us kick off the season strong! 💛🖤

4 months ago, USD 484
Football Fundraiser 2025

🐝💛 Meet Mrs. Markham, USD 484 Elementary Principal! She’s all about growing strong school-family connections and is excited to launch a new parent HUB and family events this year. Let’s hop on the Energy Bus together! 💛🐝

4 months ago, USD 484
Tasha Markham - Meet our Leaders
Tasha Markham - Meet our Leaders
The countdown is on—just days away from the first day of school!

This weekend is your chance to snag those last-minute supplies and get your student set for success. Check out the FJSHS back-to-school supply list on the flyer below to grab your general needs before the big day.

Have fun shopping, soak up these last summer moments, and let’s start the year strong with Jacket pride!
4 months ago, USD 484
FJSHS - General School Supplies - 2025
🐝 Meet our Junior and Senior High School Principal, Brian Houghton! 🐝
With 27 years in education, he's all in for student success at FJSHS. This year’s focus? Work hard. Be nice. Let’s make it a great one, Yellowjackets! #USD484FamilyMoments
4 months ago, USD 484
Brian Houghton - Meet our Leaders
Brian Houghton - Meet our Leaders

♻️💛 Support, Recycle, and Give Back! 💛♻️

Our Fredonia FFA Chapter is hosting a meaningful community project, and YOU can be part of it! Bring in your eligible protein tubs to be recycled and help raise funds for our local chapter.

In true Jacket spirit, our FFA members are donating 100% of the proceeds to the Fredonia Food Bank to support families right here at home. 🐝

Drop-off Locations:
- Fredonia Junior Senior High School – with Carrie Blaes
- Cleaver Farm & Home in Chanute – let them know you’re supporting the Fredonia FFA Chapter

Let’s turn empty tubs into full hearts and full plates!

4 months ago, USD 484
FFA Tub Recycle Event
FFA Tub Recycle Event
🐝 Kicking off our Family Moments Initiative with Superintendent Brian Smith!🐝 A proud Yellowjacket parent and leader, Brian believes in the power of family, connection, and community. His message: “Your involvement makes a difference!” #USD484FamilyMoments
4 months ago, USD 484
Brian Smith - Meet our Leaders
Brian Smith - Meet our Leaders