United South Central School District

📣 REMINDER: School Board Meeting Tonight The United South Central School Board will meet tonight at 5:30 PM at the Bricelyn Community Center. All are welcome to attend!

On to State! USC Senior Josh Brooks punched his ticket to the State Speech Meet over the weekend after placing 3rd in Dramatic Interp at the Section 2A Meet at JWP. Josh will compete in the Class A competition at Shakopee High School on Friday, April 25th! #prideUSC

🌟✨ United South Central Prom 2025 ✨🌟 Join us for a magical evening under the stars! 📅 Saturday, May 3rd 📍 USC Auditorium 🎉 Grand March begins at 4:00 PM 💵 $2 Admission Fee 🌌 This year’s theme: A Starry Night Come support our students and enjoy the elegance and excitement of Prom 2025 as they shine bright on this unforgettable night! 💫

We did it! Speech Sections at JWP complete. We are advancing to State with Josh Brooks in Dramatic Interpretation! I am so proud of the entire team for trying this new Sport at USC, and truly growing into amazing competitors. Results: Josh Brooks, 3rd (Dramatic Interp) Emma Johnson, 5th (Dramatic Interp) Brody Walker, 8th (Humorous Interp) Nia Loonan, 9th (Poetry) Maxwell Schull & Danyelle Dickson, 9th (Duo) Jaelyn Stangler & Chevelle Olsen, 10th (Duo) Wheylan Haney & Lilliana Berry, 11th (Duo)

Know someone worthy of Hall of Fame recognition? The nomination deadline for the 2025 USC Athletic Hall of Fame class is quickly approaching. Forms can be found at: www.unitedsouthcentral.org/page/athletic-hall-of-fame All nominations must be submitted to the Activities Office no later than Friday, April 25th at 3:00pm. Induction will happen at the annual Lions Athletic Banquet on Wednesday, May 28 at 6:30pm in the High School Auditorium. #prideUSC

Mr. Sahr’s Construction class is getting some hands-on experience thanks to the crew from Ron’s Plumbing, HVAC, & Electric. His students are learning the basics of electrical and plumbing work. Journeyworkers from Ron’s are in the classroom helping out as they build two mock rooms they have already framed up. It’s a great opportunity for students to learn from the pros and see how things are really done!

Today we celebrate our awesome Dean of Students Mr. Kuechenmeister! 🎉 We appreciate his dedication to supporting, guiding, and empowering our students. Thank you!

We’re excited to share that United South Central Schools will benefit from Minnesota’s latest round of stop-arm camera grants! Thanks to this support, we’ll be able to equip all of our school buses with new cameras that help ensure students get to school safety. This is a big win for student safety—and for our entire school community. We’re grateful for the opportunity to take another step in protecting our kids as they travel to and from school each day. https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/minnesota/news/minnesota-school-bus-stop-arm-camera-grants-2025/

Our Speech Team attended our last regular season Meet this weekend at Jordan High School, and everyone did a fantastic job! Joshua Brooks - 6th Place Varsity Dramatic Interp Finals Emma Johnson - 3rd Place Varsity Dramatic Interp Next-In Finals Friday we are off to our Sections Meet at JWP to see who makes it to State!

Athletics Weather Update (4/7): Due to the cold temperatures, there have been some changes to today's (4/7) athletic events. Baseball (V/JV) @ Medford - Postponed to Tuesday, Apr. 8. Softball (V/JV) vs. Medford - Postponed to Tuesday, Apr. 8. JH Baseball and Softball @/vs. Medford - Postponed. Makeup date TBD. Both teams will still play at AC/GE tomorrow (4/8). JH/JV Golf @ BEA - Postponed. Makeup date TBD. A reminder to keep up to date with the current athletic schedules at the following link: https://gopherconference.org/public/genie/7/school/3/

We're excited to announce an opening for a full-time Choir/Music Teacher at United South Central Schools for the 2025-2026 school year! If you're passionate about music education and want to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Details and application info can be found here: https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/choir-teacher.

Happy National School Librarian Day, Ms. Marie! 📚🌟 Your dedication, passion, and kindness make such a difference in our school community. Thank you for creating a welcoming space where students can discover, learn, and grow. We’re so grateful for everything you do!

USC Schools April 2025 Calendar Update! 📅 The printable calendar for April 2025 is now available and updated! With spring weather bringing several schedule changes, be sure to stay updated on athletic events, concerts, school breaks, and more. 👉 Download your copy here: https://5il.co/3b7p4 For the latest schedule updates, check the Gopher Conference Calendar here: https://gopherconference.org/public/genie/7/school/3/ Stay informed and flexible as we navigate the changing spring schedule!

🎉 Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is April 2! 🎉 We are so grateful for our amazing USC paraprofessionals and the dedication they show every day. Thank you for all you do for our students! #ThankYouParas #USCproud

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 United South Central Schools is looking for a Day Shift Maintenance Technician to join our Building and Grounds team! This full-time position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining our school facilities. If you have experience in building maintenance, mechanical work, or trades—and are ready to make a difference—apply today! 📌 Details & Application: https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/maintenance

Weather Update (4/1): Because of the recent snow and weather forecast, sporting events have been cancelled/postponed on Tuesday, 4/1. T&F @ St. James - Cancelled BB (V/JV) vs. MR - Rescheduled to 4/5 @ 11am. JHBB (7/8) vs. MR - Rescheduled to 5/6 @ 4:30/5:30pm. A reminder to keep up to date with current athletic schedules at the following link:https://gopherconference.org/public/genie/7/school/3/ #prideUSC

📢 Superintendent’s Update – April Edition 📢 The final stretch of the school year is here! As we head into spring, there’s a lot happening at USC—MCA testing, staffing updates, budget planning, and the latest on our Facilities Task Force. Plus, don’t miss the Rebel Bash on April 12th! Stay informed and check out the full update here: https://5il.co/3c4qy

🌍💙 World Autism Awareness Day – Wednesday, April 2, 2025 💙🌍 Join United South Central Schools in supporting our students by wearing blue on Wednesday, April 2 for World Autism Awareness Day!

Rebel Fans: With the impending weather over the weekend, Varsity and JV Softball have moved their game on Monday with MVL to Friday, 3/28. 4:30pm first pitch for Varsity, with JV to follow at MVL HS. Roll Rebs!

United South Central Schools is seeking a full-time Choir/Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year! This is a great opportunity to join our passionate team and inspire students through music. Learn more and apply at: https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/choir-teacher.