NICK GOSNELL
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. —New and returning students in USD 308 are now able to enroll for the 2023-2024 school year online. For the best experience, please complete this process on a laptop or computer.
The enrollment fee for each K-12 student is $65. Optional fees include yearbooks and activity passes for students in grades 7 through 12.
"We have a marathon day on July 27 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at all schools," said district spokesperson Stacy Goss. "You can walk in and enroll there. You can enroll online and then take some additional paperwork on that day. It's really whatever you want to do, but we're ready for you."
Open houses at the district's elementary schools are August 14. HMS-7, HMS-8 and Avenue A have their open houses July 27. Hutch High does not have a traditional open house, but you can tour the school during enrollment on July 27.
If you have a 7th or 8th grader and you miss the July 27 open house, there is a second chance open house at HMS-7 and HMS-8 on August 15 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
If you would prefer a virtual school option, you can choose to enroll your student in Hutchinson Virtual School for the 2023-2024 school year.
The mission of Hutchinson Virtual School is to provide a quality alternative to traditional schools in a virtual format assisted by licensed USD 308 teachers, and the school is fully accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education.
The curriculum for the program is internet-based and is powered by Acellus for all grade levels. Students will have 24/7 access to Acellus, which allows for anytime, anywhere flexibility.
Hutchinson Virtual School is physically located inside of Avenue A School, 111 S. Madison in Hutchinson. This is where all in-person meetings will take place.
If your student is new to the USD 308 district, please enroll them as a new student, and select Hutchinson Virtual School as your school building.
If you are a current USD 308 student and would like to attend the virtual school this coming year, please contact the USD 308 District Office at 620-615-4000.
All families are encouraged to fill out the free or reduced-price meal application.
"It does provide us with additional information for our district and some funding that allows us to move forward," said Krystal Young with USD 308. "There are many families that might not qualify, but we would love for all of our families to fill out that application, either with online enrollment or in person, when they come to our school."
Only students with approved applications will receive free or reduced-price meals. Families who do not qualify for free meals will be responsible for paying for their child's meals at reduced or paid rates.
Meal Prices for 2023-2024
Reduced: $.30 breakfast $.40 lunch
Full Price: $1.75 breakfast for all grade levels
Lunch Price
Elementary: $2.70
Middle School: $2.85
High School $3.05
Contact Nutrition Services at (620) 615-5580 or [email protected] if you have any questions. All district menus comply with USDA standards for healthy meals.
Important Note: Please complete the free or reduced application form, even if you are not sure you qualify. This helps with funding for USD 308 and may save you money on textbook fees, internet access, college application fees, CTE Assessments, and more.
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