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A group of elementary students stand in a school gym and form heart shapes with their hands. The students are smiling and standing on a purple-and-wood gym floor in front of a white wall, showing their support for the Kids Heart Challenge.
Ark City elementary students raise more than $13,700 through Kids Heart Challenge

Arkansas City Public Schools elementary students raised $13,768.08 through the Kids Heart Challenge to support the American Heart Association. Roosevelt Elementary was the district’s top fundraising school with $5,195.96, and Jefferson Elementary student Rylee Catron was the top individual fundraiser with $654.45. Several students also raised $250 or more, earning a Pizza Ranch celebration.

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Will Pfannenstiel greets a student at a school entrance on the first day of school.
USD 470 Names New Superintendent

The USD 470 Board of Education has selected longtime Ark City educator Will Pfannenstiel as the district’s next superintendent. Learn more about his experience and the Board’s decision in the full announcement.

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A person in a brown jacket extends their hand forward for a handshake, with the background softly blurred. A purple and gold “A” logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Superintendent Finalists to Visit Ark City

Arkansas City Public Schools will host four superintendent finalists next week as part of the Board of Education’s interview process. Each candidate will spend a day in Ark City meeting with staff, students, and the community.

The public is invited to daily meet-and-greets from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. at Arkansas City High School. Candidate announcements will be shared each morning.

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A 3-by-3 collage of colorful “Youth Art Month” graphics from Arkansas City Public Schools. Each square features a watercolor-style background with a student photo and their artwork displayed like a Polaroid. Students shown include Maria Zetino-Lorenzo (Adams Elementary) with “Form Creature,” Jocelyn Schmeidler (C-4 Elementary) with “My Favorite Thing,” Auberlee Byrd (Frances Willard Elementary) with “Sulking Sunflowers,” Sophie Woods (ACHS) with “Ethereal Bloom,” Piper Waugh (ACHS) with “The Fur
Youth Art Month

Arkansas City Public Schools is proud to have eight students selected for the Kansas Art Education Association Youth Art Month Exhibit. The statewide event features student artwork and includes a reception and awards ceremony on March 28.

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Graphic with the text “Arkansas City Public Schools – Help Shape Our Future.” A line of elementary-age students with backpacks walks down a school hallway. Text reads, “Parents and community members are invited to share feedback.” A purple button at the bottom says, “Take Our Superintendent Survey,” with a clipboard icon nearby.
USD 470 Invites Community Input in Superintendent Search

Arkansas City Public Schools (USD 470) has launched the search for its next superintendent and is inviting parents, students, staff, and community members to share input.
The Board of Education is partnering with ESSDACK to guide the process. Community feedback will help shape the leadership profile used to screen and interview candidates.

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Graphic announcing Arkansas City Public Schools superintendent search. Text reads “Apply by February 18, 2026” with link essdack.org/470supsearch. Photo collage shows students learning, performing, and working together.
USD 470 Seeks Next Superintendent

Arkansas City Public Schools (USD 470) is seeking its next superintendent. The district serves about 3,000 students across eight schools and is supported by a strong community and dedicated staff. With recent bond projects approved for safety, facilities, and early learning, USD 470 is well-positioned for the future. Applications are due February 18, 2026.

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