Salina USD 305 teachers returned to the classroom Friday. While teachers new to the district began returning a couple of days ago, returning teachers joined them Friday.

All of the teachers in the district gathered at Central High School to begin the new year. They were welcomed back by Superintendent Bill Hall.

District students will all return next week. A special schedule will usher in the beginning of the new school year for Salina USD 305 students. Some students begin on Thursday, and by Friday all students will be back in class.

Middle School Orientation

Orientation for sixth grade students at Lakewood and South middle schools will be from 7:35 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 11th. Students will meet teachers, staff and fellow classmates, tour their school building and learn about school rules and expectations. Lunch will be served.

All students at Lakewood and South middle schools, including seventh and eighth grade students, will attend on Friday, August 12th, 7:35 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Regular middle school hours for the 2016-2017 school year are 7:35 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

High School Orientation

Orientation for Central and South high schools’ freshmen and new students will be Thursday, August 11, 7:45 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Lunch will be served.

All students at Central and South high schools, including sophomores, juniors and seniors, will attend Friday, August 12, 7:45 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Regular high school hours for the 2016-2017 school year are 7:45 a.m. to 2:40 p.m.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation will begin August 11th.