United South Central is fortunate to have a great group of substitutes as we begin the school year. The group was in for some beginning of the year training and updates today and we are so glad for this extraordinary group of individuals!
🗓 The September 2025 USC Printable Calendar is now available!
Click the link below to view, download, and print in an easy-to-use format: https://5il.co/3opsm
Stay up to date on all USC events and activities this month!
Click the link below to view, download, and print in an easy-to-use format: https://5il.co/3opsm
Stay up to date on all USC events and activities this month!
USC MS/HS Open House is tomorrow (Wednesday) from 3:30–7:30 PM! We’re excited to welcome students and families back into the building. ✨ 7th Grade Orientation will be held at 5:00 PM and 9th Grade Orientation at 6:00 PM. See you there!
📢 Check out Superintendent Topinka’s August & September newsletter for the latest USC updates! Read it here: https://5il.co/3ok2m
We are excited to celebrate and recognize 8 of our amazing teachers as they reach tenure status at USC! 🎉👏 Their dedication and commitment to our students and school community make a lasting impact every day. Congratulations to each of you on this milestone!
📢 Back to School Picnic!
Join us on Friday, September 5 at 4:00 PM in the USC Commons for a community Back to School Picnic hosted by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Come enjoy food, fun, and a great start to the school year!
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
August 27 – MS/HS Open House | 3:30–7:30 PM
September 2 – First Day of School (Grades 7–12) & Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 3 – First Day of School (Grades K–6)
September 10 – First PLC Wednesday | Early Dismissal at 2:06 PM
➡️ Note: Wednesday, September 3 will follow a regular dismissal time of 3:06 PM.
August 27 – MS/HS Open House | 3:30–7:30 PM
September 2 – First Day of School (Grades 7–12) & Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences
September 3 – First Day of School (Grades K–6)
September 10 – First PLC Wednesday | Early Dismissal at 2:06 PM
➡️ Note: Wednesday, September 3 will follow a regular dismissal time of 3:06 PM.
United South Central Schools is seeking dedicated paraprofessionals to support our students and educators. This position offers approximately 6.5 hours per day. If you're passionate about making a difference in education, we want to hear from you!
Discover more about the role and application process here: https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/para
Discover more about the role and application process here: https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/para
New lot, new flow! Our parking lot has a new traffic flow—make sure you know the correct pick-up and drop-off areas.
📣 Attention USC High School Families!
Starting this fall, students in grades 7–12 will begin their school day at 8:15 AM. Please make note of this new start time as you plan for the upcoming year!
Starting this fall, students in grades 7–12 will begin their school day at 8:15 AM. Please make note of this new start time as you plan for the upcoming year!
📖 Check out Superintendent Topinka’s article in this week’s Faribault County Register: https://5il.co/3nsb0
🚧 Parking Lot Update 🚧
The last coat of sealant was applied Thursday, and the final step—painting—is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 18.
✅ Lots will be open this weekend.
🚗 On Monday, most of the lot will need to be cleared for painting, so expect minor disruptions in the morning.
Thank you for your flexibility—once this is done, our parking lot work will be complete!
The last coat of sealant was applied Thursday, and the final step—painting—is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 18.
✅ Lots will be open this weekend.
🚗 On Monday, most of the lot will need to be cleared for painting, so expect minor disruptions in the morning.
Thank you for your flexibility—once this is done, our parking lot work will be complete!
USC Middle and High School Open House
Join us Thursday, August 27th from 3:30–7:30 PM at United South Central High School!
Meet teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for a great year ahead.
📅 Special Orientation Times:
🕔 5:00 PM – 7th Grade Orientation
🕕 6:00 PM – 9th Grade Orientation
We can’t wait to welcome our Rebels back and kick off the 2025–26 school year!
📅 Mark Your Calendars!
The School Board of ISD 2134 will hold its Regular School Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Walters Fire Hall (224 Main St, Walters, MN).
All community members are welcome to attend, hear updates, and stay informed about what’s happening in our schools
The School Board of ISD 2134 will hold its Regular School Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Walters Fire Hall (224 Main St, Walters, MN).
All community members are welcome to attend, hear updates, and stay informed about what’s happening in our schools
📚✨ Back to School at USC! ✨📚
We’re excited to welcome our students back for another great year of learning!
🚌 First Day for Grades 7–12: Tuesday, September 2
🍎 First Day for Grades K–6: Wednesday, September 3
🎨 First Day for Preschool: Monday, September 8
Let’s make it a fantastic start to the 2025–26 school year! Go Rebels!
We’re excited to welcome our students back for another great year of learning!
🚌 First Day for Grades 7–12: Tuesday, September 2
🍎 First Day for Grades K–6: Wednesday, September 3
🎨 First Day for Preschool: Monday, September 8
Let’s make it a fantastic start to the 2025–26 school year! Go Rebels!
🚧 Parking Lot Update 🚧
Crews plan to put the final coat of sealant on our parking lots Wed. (Aug. 13) or Thu. (Aug. 14). This will need 24 hours to cure, so the lots will be closed during that time. Painting is scheduled for Fri. (Aug. 15), which also means no traffic in our tennis court, bus garage, and main lots that day.
✅ Parking will be available on 11th St. & 6th Ave.
Asphalt company schedules are always fluid and very weather-dependent, so we’ll share any updates or changes between now and Wednesday. Thank you for your patience and flexibility—we’re excited to have this project wrapped up soon!
Crews plan to put the final coat of sealant on our parking lots Wed. (Aug. 13) or Thu. (Aug. 14). This will need 24 hours to cure, so the lots will be closed during that time. Painting is scheduled for Fri. (Aug. 15), which also means no traffic in our tennis court, bus garage, and main lots that day.
✅ Parking will be available on 11th St. & 6th Ave.
Asphalt company schedules are always fluid and very weather-dependent, so we’ll share any updates or changes between now and Wednesday. Thank you for your patience and flexibility—we’re excited to have this project wrapped up soon!
Fall sports are here! 🏈🏐🏃♂️🎾 Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, Cheerleading, and Tennis are officially off and running with their first practices of the season. We’re still chasing down pics of our Cheer, Cross Country and Tennis crews (coming soon!), but here’s a first look at our athletes in action. Go Rebels!
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Fill out your 2025-26 Application for Educational Benefits with your school or district today and make sure your family is covered!"
🚧 Parking Lot & Traffic Flow Update 🚧
As part of our summer maintenance, we’re seal-coating and repairing our parking lots and service road. With this work, we’re also rethinking traffic flow to improve student safety.
One key change: the drive lane around our main lot will reverse direction. Morning bus drop-off will shift to the west side of the building, while afternoon pickup will stay in front of the school. No vehicles will use the bus lane closest to the building during drop-off or pickup.
We’ll also be adding designated student drop-off/pick-up parking spots near the building. These updates will take place over the next few weeks as repainting is completed.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to make our campus safer for everyone!
As part of our summer maintenance, we’re seal-coating and repairing our parking lots and service road. With this work, we’re also rethinking traffic flow to improve student safety.
One key change: the drive lane around our main lot will reverse direction. Morning bus drop-off will shift to the west side of the building, while afternoon pickup will stay in front of the school. No vehicles will use the bus lane closest to the building during drop-off or pickup.
We’ll also be adding designated student drop-off/pick-up parking spots near the building. These updates will take place over the next few weeks as repainting is completed.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to make our campus safer for everyone!
📣 One Week Away! USC Athlete & Parent Meeting – Don’t Miss It!
Get everything in place to participate in USC athletics and activities for the 2025-26 school year!
📅 Tuesday, August 5
📍 USC Auditorium
🕡 6:30 PM – General Meeting
🕖 7:15 PM – Breakout Sessions
We’ll cover:
✅ Eligibility Requirements
✅ Required Forms & Paperwork
✅ USC Policies
✅ Activity & Sports Fees
All 7th–12th grade students planning to participate in any sport or activity should attend with a parent or guardian. This is a key event to get your year started right!
Get everything in place to participate in USC athletics and activities for the 2025-26 school year!
📅 Tuesday, August 5
📍 USC Auditorium
🕡 6:30 PM – General Meeting
🕖 7:15 PM – Breakout Sessions
We’ll cover:
✅ Eligibility Requirements
✅ Required Forms & Paperwork
✅ USC Policies
✅ Activity & Sports Fees
All 7th–12th grade students planning to participate in any sport or activity should attend with a parent or guardian. This is a key event to get your year started right!
