Chase County USD 284 -

JH BB FAN UPDATE: Thursday, Nov. 12 with Council Grove HERE: Home spectators are limited to 4/athlete. The athletes will be bringing home tickets for admission. Visitors are limited to 2/athlete. Masks and social distancing required.

Chase County (8M-I) into the round of eight for the first time since 1990 and just the third time in school history. Knocked off undefeated Sedan 56-18. #sportsinkansas

The Bulldogs beat Sedan 56-18, winning Regionals. Sorry for the late post. Service wasn't the best.

The entire 2020-21 USD 284 calendar has been posted to the usd284.org website in Documents>District>District Calendar.

Chase County Elementary has a Para Opening. Salary based on experience, etc. Please contact cindyk@usd284.org for more information or pick up an application at 219 Broadway, Cottonwood Falls, KS. EOE

JH Basketball FAN UPDATE: Monday, Nov. 9 @ Central Heights 2 4:30 pm: Fans are limited to 2 spectators/athlete. Names must be on the pass list that is submitted to Central Heights. Masks and social distancing are required. Their little gym will only hold around 40 spectators with the social distancing guidelines. They are asking that spectators clear out after every game to allow the next group to come in and watch their athlete play.

HS Football FAN UPDATE: Friday, Nov. 6 @ Sedan: The game will be broadcast on the USD 286 - Sedan Schools Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/USD286

The railroad crossing is closed this morning. They are not letting local traffic through even one lane. Please remember that you will need to go around. Please drive slowly and safely. We will understand if you are late.

HS Football FAN UPDATE: Friday, Nov. 6 @ Sedan @ 7 pm: Masks and social distance required. Ticket prices will increase since this is a playoff game.

JH Basketball FAN UPDATE: Thursday, Nov. 5 @ Northern Heights vs. NLC - Limited to 2 tickets/athlete and names must be on the pass gate in order to get in. You will still need to pay admission. Games can start no sooner than 4:30. Masks and temp checks are required. Socially distance when possible.

Congratulations to senior Brock Lauer for medaling 11th at state cross country today with a time of 17:02! Way to go, Brock! Bulldog proud!

Congratulations to the football team on its 66-0 win over Dexter-Cedar Vale tonight. The Bulldogs will move to sectional competition next week.

HS FB Fan Update - Thursday, Oct. 29 HERE vs. Dexter/Cedar Vale: Fans are encouraged to social distance and wear masks when unable to social distance. You are also encouraged to bring your lawn chairs and sit around the track or on the south hill.

State Cross Country FAN UPDATE: Attendance at state cross country is limited to 4 spectators/athlete, and those spectators must have a wristband to get in. The KSHSAA will be livestreaming the state cross country meets at all three locations. Races can be viewed live at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/kshsaa.

Tonight's Spooky Concert has been moved to the North Gym. The audience will be limited to 2 guests per performer. The audience will be sitting on the visitors side utilizing social distancing and masks. Temps will be taken at the door. Students need to report between 7:15 and 7:20. Concert begins at 7:30. Students performing need to wear their masks when not performing. Please enter West Weight Room door!

Lady Bulldogs end their season with a 14-25, 24-26 loss to Mission Valley in the first round of sub-state action.

Senior Brock Lauer and sophomore Cooper Schroer qualified for the state cross country meet next Saturday, after placing 4th and 10th today at the Alma-Wabaunsee regional! Great job Bulldogs!

Congratulations to the football team who got a 48-0 win over Oxford last night. They will play at home next Thursday, hosting Dexter-Cedar Vale!

Today, the school district was notified by the Chase County Health Department that an individual at Chase County Elementary School is positive for COVID-19. As a result, we have started preparing for a modified quarantine. We are also in contact with the Chase County Health Department and will take the steps necessary to protect the health of our students and staff. In the case of a positive test, the individual will not be allowed to return to school until approved by the Health Department and district personnel. All close contacts and their families have been notified, and those affected were sent home. The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. Individuals who need medical care should call their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. Parents of students exhibiting flu-like symptoms or staff exhibiting flu-like symptoms are asked to contact a school nurse, local health authorities, or the Chase County Department of Health. We are closely monitoring this situation and will move forward as needed. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Pena or Mrs. Schlup at 620-273-6676 or Glenna Grinstead at 620-273-6303.

HS VB FAN UPDATE: Saturday, Oct. 25 @ LYNDON: Substate Volleyball. Limit of 3 spectators per athlete. Wristbands will be sent home with the athletes to give to the spectators prior to Saturday. Spectators will still need to pay admission. Masks are required and please sit in the designated Chase County area. If you do not have a wristband, you will not be allowed to enter.