Ribbon Cutting & Community Open House for the District Education Center and Little Panthers Preschool

GREAT BEND, KS – Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428 is delighted to invite the community to a special
Open House to celebrate the grand opening of the new USD 428 District Education Center and Little Panthers
Preschool. The event will be held on Thursday, August 1, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the newly renovated
location, 1809 24th Street, Great Bend, KS.
The Open House offers an exciting opportunity for the community to tour the facility, meet with
school district staff and administrators, and learn more about the free preschool program for 3 & 4-year-old
students at Little Panthers Preschool. Attendees will have the chance to see firsthand how the new space is
designed to enhance educational experiences and foster a thriving learning environment for our youngest
learners.
A brief program and ribbon-cutting ceremony are scheduled to take place at 5:30 PM, recognizing
numerous community donors whose sponsorship helped furnish and equip the 13 preschool classrooms.
“We are thrilled to open the doors of our new district office and preschool,” said USD 428
Superintendent Khris Thexton. “More than just a building; this facility reflects our district’s dedication to
inspiring and empowering students to succeed. We are deeply grateful for the community's support in
making this dream a reality, and we are confident that it will establish a strong foundation for learning for
generations to come.”
Event Details:
 Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Brief Program & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:30 PM)
 Location: 1809 24th Street, Great Bend, KS
For more information about the Community Open House, please contact Andrea Bauer, Public
Information Director, by calling the District Education Center at 620-793-1500. Little Panthers Preschool is
now enrolling for Fall 2024. Parents are invited to inquire about preschool by calling Little Panthers Preschool
at 620-793-1662.

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About Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428
The mission of Great Bend Public Schools - USD 428 is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment where all
are empowered to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners in an ever-changing world. Learn more about our
district by visiting GreatBendSchools.net.