Message from the Superintendent
It is with a heavy heart that I share news of a serious vehicle accident that occurred Saturday evening in Osage County involving three individuals, including two of our own USD 243 students.
While the two students sustained non-life-threatening injuries and are receiving care, we are deeply saddened to learn that the driver of the vehicle, Louis Madden, a 27-year-old member of our Waverly community, tragically lost his life.
Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the Madden family and all those affected by this loss. We are grateful that our students are recovering, and we remain focused on supporting their healing—both physically and emotionally.
Times like these remind us how closely connected we all are, and how important it is to look out for one another.
We ask our community to join us in keeping the families involved in your thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Duane Ford, Ed.S.
Superintendent, USD 243 Lebo-Waverly
Please note that the PowerSchool Student and Parent portals, as well as the PowerSchool mobile apps, have been temporarily disabled to get ready for the new school year. You will be notified when PowerSchool is back online and ready for the 2025-2026 enrollment process. Thank you for your understanding!
Swing by for free grab 'n go hot lunches this summer—served Monday through Friday from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m., June 2nd through June 30th, at both Lebo High School and Waverly Grade School! And don’t forget—only at Waverly Grade School, you can also pick up a grab 'n go breakfast for the next day!
SENIORS: FINAL TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION AS WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUESTING ACC AND FHTC TRANSCRIPTS.
Click the link below to read an important letter outlining changes to our After School program for the 2025–2026 school year!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a-39jLyudRa3tNqBkmL4xVcSYHuXt_JxLY0jDQQzeso/edit?usp=sharing
In 1996, the Kansas State High School Activities Association Executive Board approved the addition of a Student Advisory Team (SAT) to represent the students’ voice in Association governance. This year Macy Seems has the honor of being selected as the 1A KSHSAA Girl Representative for the state. Macy is one of 12 students 1A-6A that get this honor, which she will be serving on during her Junior and Senior years. Congratulations!! #itsagreatdaytobeabulldog
USD 243 Lebo-Waverly Names Dustin Wilson as Next Superintendent
Board of Education to Interview Joseph Worthington for Superintendent Role
Board of Education to Interview Dustin Wilson for Superintendent Role
USD 243 Lebo-Waverly is currently hiring for a Deputy Board Clerk/Accounts Payable Clerk. For full job details, qualifications, and responsibilities, please visit the link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bwVht3KfgUsp3bR3w2m95yOb1wgLyUt25u3Ru5GjTrg/edit?usp=sharing
USD 243 Lebo-Waverly is currently hiring for a Director of Facilities and Maintenance. For full job details, qualifications, and responsibilities, please visit the link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QQSiId26SL5liZ_moS5_zamR51qx9i0HtTmFmcoqrKw/edit?usp=sharing
USD 243 is excited to announce that Mrs. Alice Preeo has been selected as the new Principal of Waverly Grade School!
Mrs. Preeo comes to us from Neosho Rapids Elementary, where she served as Head Teacher and a third-grade teacher. She brings a wealth of experience in classroom instruction, teacher mentorship, and school leadership. Mrs. Preeo has also worked closely with Emporia State University to support future educators through mentoring and evaluation.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master of Science in Educational Administration, both from Emporia State University. She is currently pursuing a second master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Her professional certifications include a K-6 Elementary Education license and a pending K-12 Building Leadership endorsement.
What sets Mrs. Preeo apart is her passion for supporting both the academic and emotional growth of students, her commitment to staff development, and her deep understanding of small, rural school communities. She’s led professional learning communities (PLCs), implemented behavior support systems, and contributed significantly to school culture initiatives such as PBIS.
Mrs. Preeo and her husband, Gage, live in Hartford with their two sons—Hayden (9) and Laiken (5)—who will proudly be joining the Bulldog and Bullpup family this fall.
Please join us in giving a warm Waverly welcome to Mrs. Preeo! We are excited for the leadership, energy, and heart she brings to our school.
As we begin the important process of selecting a new superintendent for USD 243 Lebo-Waverly, we value your input. In partnership with the district, the Kansas Association of School Boards is conducting an online survey to gather feedback on the qualities and characteristics our next superintendent should have. This survey will take only about five minutes to complete, but your insights will play a key role in shaping the future of our schools. We invite you to share your thoughts by completing the survey at the link below before the deadline on 3/21.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/USD243SS
Please read this important letter from the USD 243 Board of Education regarding the superintendent search and our commitment to our schools and community. Click the link below to read the full letter.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SKA3Gb3bM2lhIh-pnCZAtQL5rdZZCLenrfAjwpZSZGg/edit?usp=sharing
Wolf Creek Summer Training Opportunity
*Candidates must be 18 years of age or older by end of August 2025.
** Candidates will not be employed or compensated to participate in the training.
***This course is provided to entry level nuclear worker candidates with NO applied or alluded to employment **
A letter of interest should include a resume with contact information, mailing and E-mail addresses and a phone number. Please submit interest letter to Bob.French@Evergy.com by May 7th.
Lebo-Waverly Schools Closed Thursday, February 20th
Due to forecasted extremely cold temperatures, Lebo-Waverly schools will be closed on Thursday, February 20th for the safety of our students and staff. Please stay warm and stay safe. We appreciate your understanding and will keep you updated on any further developments.
School Closure Notification
Due to the severe weather forecast and road conditions, Lebo-Waverly Schools will be closed on Wednesday , February 19th for the safety of our students and staff. All school activities and events scheduled for the day are also canceled.
USD 243 School Closure Notification
Due to the severe weather forecast, USD 243 Lebo-Waverly Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 18th for the safety of our students and staff. All school activities and events scheduled for the day are also canceled.
Please stay safe and monitor district communications for any further updates.
Duane Ford, Ed.S.
Superintendent, USD 243
Interested in shaping the future of USD 243 Lebo-Waverly? See this information put out by KSDE if you think this is something you are interested in for the future!
Dear USD 243 Families,
Due to the forecasted winter weather and potentially hazardous conditions, USD 243 Lebo-Waverly schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. This closure includes all school activities and events scheduled for the day.
The safety of our students, staff, and community is our top priority. Please stay safe and use caution if you must travel. We will provide any further updates as needed.
Thank you for your understanding.
Duane Ford, Ed.S.
Superintendent, USD 243 Lebo-Waverly