DISTRICT

400 N Elm St
Russell, KS 67665
Phone: (785) 483-2173
Fax: (785) 483-2175

MISSION STATEMENT

USD 407 empowers students to become well-rounded citizens by providing high-quality instruction and creating positive relationships to promote growth today, tomorrow, and into the future.

Russell County USD 407 is nestled in the heart of Central Kansas, located along the I-70 corridor between Salina, KS and Hays, KS, and operates a comprehensive K-12 school system. The district operates three attendance centers: Simpson Elementary School, Bickerdyke Elementary School, and Russell Junior-Senior High School. USD 407 encompasses 489 square miles and maintains five bus routes.

The district offers a comprehensive curriculum that allows our students to meet the Regents recommended curriculum and prepares all students to be college and/or career ready. The district curriculum is aligned to the Kansas College Career Readiness Standards. Additionally, Russell Junior-Senior High School offers twelve career and technical pathways. The district uses Xello to help students design Individual Plans of Study.

The elementary schools provide an excellent focus on skill development in reading, language arts, and mathematics. Both elementary schools provide instruction in technology/STEM.

The community of Russell USD 407 prides itself in a rich and abundant source of cultural and recreational experiences. Russell Recreation Commission offers many opportunities for youth to participate in a variety of programs that help prepare them for extracurricular activities provided by USD 407. As a 3A classification, Russell County USD 407 is able to provide many competitive athletic and activity programs for our students. The district has a PreK-12 one-to-one device initiative. In addition to small group interventions, the district utilizes online resources through Boardworks (6-12), Lexia/PowerUp (K-8), and iReady (K-8) to meet student needs.

Vocational programs are also a substantial part of the high school curriculum. An Apprentice Program is available to regular education and special education students.

The City of Russell is very progressive in supporting strategic plans and developing the economic opportunities in our community. Primary sources of revenue for the county include oil and agriculture.

The Russell County USD 407 Enrichment Foundation was established in October 2022. The Foundation is an independent not-for-profit vehicle to enhance the education growth and development of the district.