GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL 913-631-0400
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BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 2026 WELCOME BACK, GOOD SHEPHERD FAMILIES! We are excited about the year ahead and all the opportunities our students will have to learn, grow, and deepen their faith. We will continue to set high standards while helping each child recognize and develop the unique gifts God has given them. Together, we will create a school year filled with kindness and a strong sense of community. Thank you for trusting us with your children and for being such an important part of our Good Shepherd family.
SCHEDULE OF THE NIGHT
Evening Kick-Off 6:30-7:05 Session 1 7:10-7:25 *7th and 8th Grade parents please stay in the Church for Session 1.
Session 2 7:30-7:45 Session 3 7:50-8:05
May God bless our students, families, and staff throughout the year ahead! Ann McGuff, Principal
5 THINGS YOUR PRINCIPAL WANTS YOU TO KNOW Your Child is Known and Loved Here
We want every child to feel safe and valued in our community.
Faith Guides Everything We Do
We pray, learn, serve, and grow together with Christ at the center.
We Challenge and Support Every Child Academics, faith, character, and well-being all matter.
We are Partners with You
Communication helps us support your child together.
My Door is Always Open
I am here to listen and support your child and family.
THE COST TO EDUCATE ONE STUDENT
$7,450
913-631-0400 Average cost to educate one student
$2,114
Average Parish subsidy per student
In addition to tuition, Guardian Angel and parish fundraising help close the remaining gap. These figures do not include PTO dues or fundraising.
HOW FAMILIES CAN SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL & PARISH Tuition and fees Guardian Angel Fund PTO dues, opt-out, or fundraising Parish giving: A $1,000 minimum contribution per family only covers a fraction of the parish support provided for each student. Emerald Evening Capital Campaign: “One Flock, One Future” Dance-A-Thon Volunteering in the lunchroom, PTO, class parties, CYO, and more. Give through Faith Direct or weekly collections at Mass.
OUR TEACHERS BY THE NUMBERS Qualified educators. A strong commitment to every child. Hold an All Classroom Advanced Teachers are Degree 913-631-0400 Certified Educators
59%
100%
19
Attended Archdiocescan Catholic Schools
Good Shepherd Alumni
15 100%
22
Colleges and Universities Represented
Devoted to Every Child
2 14
Staff Members with Children who Attended Good Shepherd
10 Years or More of Working at Good Shepherd
54
Degrees Earned
FACULTY Administration Mrs. Ann McGuff, Principal Office Staff Mrs. Tina McClanahan, Secretary SCHOOL.GSSHAWNEE.ORG Mrs. Katie Green, Secretary/Counselor Mrs. Terri Russell, Nurse Preschool Mrs. Pam McMullin Kindergarten Mrs. Rachel Wagner Mrs. Kalie Coker First Grade Mrs. Kelly Dvorak Miss Annie Patterson Second Grade Miss Olivia Simma Mrs. Katie Villarreal Third Grade Mrs. Stacy Best Mrs. Shelby Kennedy Fourth Grade Miss Riley Chrisler Mrs. Kristi Rivera Fifth Grade Mrs. Cindi Eaton Mrs. Renee Hance Sixth Grade Mrs. Jessica Ramos Mrs. Michelle Tyler Seventh Grade Mrs. Sue Schmidt Miss Abby Schutte Miss Samantha Tyler Eighth Grade Mrs. Amy Kuhlman Miss Kaitlin Oldenhuis Mrs. Sarah Swearngin Resource Center Miss Katie Breeden, Resource Mrs. Danielle Chidester, Resource Mrs. Jacquie Churchill, Resource Mrs. Staci Reuter, Resource Coordinator Specials Miss Bailey Haines, PE Mrs. Lauren Hundley, Spanish Mrs. Sophia Ord, Music Mrs. Georgi O’Toole, Art Mrs. Jennifer Smith, Library Cafeteria Mrs. Carey O’Malley Mrs. Michele Sweet Ram Time Mrs. Amy Gonzales
2025-2026 KANSAS ASSESSMENTS RESULTS Good Shepherd compared with the Archdiocese and state of Kansas
STRONG ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT GOOD SHEPHERD ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
MATHEMATICS
WHAT THE RESULTS SHOW In all grade levels and both subject areas, Good Shepherd students earned average scores that were above those of both Archdiocesan schools and schools across the State of Kansas. ELA: Good Shepherd students averaged 575, which was 16 points higher than the Archdiocesan average and 37 points higher than the Kansas average. Math: Good Shepherd students averaged 578, which was 25 points higher than the Archdiocesan average and 40 points higher than the Kansas average. These results reflected the dedication of our students and teachers and our continued commitment to academic excellence at Good Shepherd Catholic School.
NEW SCHOOL OFFICE EMAIL We have a new email address for the school office! Please use office@gsshawnee.org for attendance updates, 913-631-0400 general questions, or anything you need to send to our office staff.
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TIPS FOR A GREAT SCHOOL YEAR! Start with Routines Set regular times for bedtime, mornings, homework, and reading.
Good Shepherd families always do an amazing job supporting our teachers and classrooms. To begin the new school year, our teachers have created Amazon Wish Lists with items that will benefit their students and classrooms. If you would like to purchase an item, scan the QR Code. Please have it delivered to your home and send it to school with your child. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of our Good Shepherd teachers and students!
PRAYER AND THEME “I am with You Always.” -Matthew 28:20
Dear God, Thank You for bringing us together for a new school year. Bless our students, families, teachers, and staff. Help us grow in faith, treat one another with kindness, and do our best each day. Keep us safe and guide us in all we do. Amen.
Make Every Day Count Arriving on time and attending each day helps your child feel prepared and confident.
Read Together
Make reading part of your family’s daily routine.
Build Independence
Let your child carry belongings, solve small problems, and take responsibility.
Stay Connected
Read school messages and reach out when you have a question or concern.
Keep it Positive
Your encouragement helps your child begin each day ready to learn.