USD 257 November Report to the Community
Famous Author and Educator Joel Osteen mentioned this about thankfulness: “One of the main reasons that we lose our enthusiasm in life is because we become ungrateful….we let what was once a miracle become common to us...we get so . . . read more
October USD 257 Report
Author Jonathon Swift often mentioned that “Vision is the art of seeing the invisible opportunities around us.” This quotation relates well the “October 2012 USD 257 Message to the Public” regarding the . . . read more
Help Allen County Schools Win $150,000!
Help Allen County Schools Win $150,000! Last updated on October 15th by US Cellular, Iola Middle School is number 44! Here is what you need to do starting Friday, Sept 14th: . . . read more
September USD 257 Report
The famous motivational author, Dr. Steven Covey, often preached that “everyone should begin with the end in mind.” His quotation relates . . . read more
Online Survey for USD 257 Parents and Community
Dear USD 257 Parents and/or Community Members: We at USD 257 would very much like to hear from you if there are any suggestions that you might have regarding how we might improve our instructional ability with students, our general . . . read more
July 2012 Superintendent Message
During World War II, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill mentioned “For myself, I am an optimist…it does not seem to be much use being . . . read more
May 2012 USD 257 Message to the Community
Famous Author Oscar Wilde once said: “One should always play fair when one has the winning cards.” His statement relates well to the principles and ideals behind the reasons for effective educational instruction for our children, . . . read more
Updated: Watch IHS Graduation Live Online
USD 257 will be streaming the 2011 IHS Graduation Commencement Ceremony live online this year for those who are unable to attend in person. You can view the ceremony online by following the link below, or through the district's local . . . read more
USD 257 Is Moving to Google Apps!
We are pleased to announce tha t USD 257 ha s chosen Google Apps for its new e-mail and calendar platform. Our IT team has been working on the migration and is looking forward to moving employees from Network Solutions Mail to the new . . . read more
Contact Us
Board Office 408 N. Cottonwood Iola KS, 66749 Phone: (620) 365-4700 Fax: (620) 365-4708 Transportation Office 402 E. Jackson Iola, KS 66749 Phone:(620) 365-4705 Fax: (620) 365-4712 Middle . . . read more
Sign Up NOW for the News Update
Did you know there is a way to make sure you’re always in the know when it comes to special announcements, schedule changes, and school closings at “school name”? How? Sign up to receive News Update/s On the left . . . read more
Welcome to www.usd257.org
.....enjoy your visit
As you can see, the district web site has changed! We have been working internally for the past few months to redesign the web site, and we will be making additions over the course of the next several weeks and months. The site . . . read more
Want a Great Way to Track School Events?
....the Activities Calendar is the Answer
Check out the Activities Calendar on this site. This easy-to-use tool: provides up-to-date school activities and events allows you to view and print a daily, weekly or monthly list of calendar events . . . read more
