Senior Planning Night! We have 2 options for this meeting- choose which one works best for you. First night is September 22!
All Senior students and parents are welcome, and encouraged, to attend. We will do a drawing for prizes in the counseling office for students who attend.
We hope to see you there!
All Senior students and parents are welcome, and encouraged, to attend. We will do a drawing for prizes in the counseling office for students who attend.
We hope to see you there!
A huge thank you to our IT professionals for keeping our school connected, our technology running, and somehow fixing things when “it was working a minute ago.” 😂
We appreciate all you do to keep our school running smoothly!
We appreciate all you do to keep our school running smoothly!
Did you know USC’s enrollment has grown significantly, even as our community’s overall population has remained relatively stable?
Since 2014, enrollment has increased from about 611 students to approximately 745 today. With nearly every grade now having three sections, the need for classroom and shared space has grown, too.
Learn more at USCgrowingstrong.com
Since 2014, enrollment has increased from about 611 students to approximately 745 today. With nearly every grade now having three sections, the need for classroom and shared space has grown, too.
Learn more at USCgrowingstrong.com
Join us for virtual college and financial aid events, Tuesday evenings this fall. The College Planning Series will cover important college search and financial aid topics with professionals and live Q & A. The events are free for MN students and families. Interpreters are available in Hmong, Spanish, Somali. Visit bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 for more information and to register.
DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th
The 2026 Commemorative Homecoming T-Shirts are available for order NOW! If interested, please place your order by the deadline, Friday, Sept. 11th.
You can order at the following link: https://bit.ly/Rebels-HOCO2026
USC Homecoming is slated for Sept. 28-Oct. 2! We're looking forward to a great week in Rebel Country.
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The 2026 Commemorative Homecoming T-Shirts are available for order NOW! If interested, please place your order by the deadline, Friday, Sept. 11th.
You can order at the following link: https://bit.ly/Rebels-HOCO2026
USC Homecoming is slated for Sept. 28-Oct. 2! We're looking forward to a great week in Rebel Country.
#RollRebs See less
What a wonderful first three days at USC Elementary!
We loved welcoming our Rebels and families back for Orientation and kicking off a new school year!
From our USC Varsity Football players greeting students at the door to learning Rebel Rights ⭐ Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, our halls were filled with smiles, excitement, and new beginnings.
Students explored the building, met staff, settled into their classrooms, and enjoyed reunions with teachers and friends they had missed. We are so happy to have our Rebels back! Here’s to a great year of learning, growing, and making memories together!
Wednesday, September 9: Beverages with Board
Members of the USC School Board will be gathering Wednesday evenings throughout September and October, and we’d love to have you stop by to ask any questions you have about the upcoming referendum on November 3.
Share what’s on your mind, ask a question, or simply spend some time connecting with members of your school community.
No presentation. No formal agenda. Just time to connect.
We hope to see you there!
Members of the USC School Board will be gathering Wednesday evenings throughout September and October, and we’d love to have you stop by to ask any questions you have about the upcoming referendum on November 3.
Share what’s on your mind, ask a question, or simply spend some time connecting with members of your school community.
No presentation. No formal agenda. Just time to connect.
We hope to see you there!
During our workshop week, we had the opportunity to recognize four staff members who have reached the important milestone of tenure status in their service to United South Central!
👏 Micheel Oltman
👏 Bridgett Strobel
👏 Maddie Trio
👏 Paige Lang
We are incredibly grateful for the years of service, dedication, and commitment each of these staff members has given to our students, families, and USC community. Thank you for all you do to make USC a great place to learn and work!
Congratulations, and thank you for your continued service to USC!
👏 Micheel Oltman
👏 Bridgett Strobel
👏 Maddie Trio
👏 Paige Lang
We are incredibly grateful for the years of service, dedication, and commitment each of these staff members has given to our students, families, and USC community. Thank you for all you do to make USC a great place to learn and work!
Congratulations, and thank you for your continued service to USC!
Join Superintendent Topinka Tuesday mornings at 8 AM throughout September and October for a casual conversation about the upcoming bond referendum on November 3.
Stop by The Pink Cup to ask questions, share your thoughts, and learn more about the district’s facility needs.
📍 The Pink Cup
No formal presentation, just an opportunity to connect, ask questions, and have a conversation about the future of USC.
We hope to see you there!
Stop by The Pink Cup to ask questions, share your thoughts, and learn more about the district’s facility needs.
📍 The Pink Cup
No formal presentation, just an opportunity to connect, ask questions, and have a conversation about the future of USC.
We hope to see you there!
Over the next several weeks, the district will share a series of questions focused on the district’s facility needs, planning process, and the upcoming referendum.
Each week, we’ll explore a different question and provide information to help our community understand the work that has taken place, what we’ve learned, and where things stand today.
Conversation #1: Why is the district considering a referendum now?
Have questions? We want to hear from you. Visit uscgrowingstrong.com or follow along on social media for information about upcoming opportunities to meet with the School Board and district administration, ask questions, and learn more.
Each week, we’ll explore a different question and provide information to help our community understand the work that has taken place, what we’ve learned, and where things stand today.
Conversation #1: Why is the district considering a referendum now?
Have questions? We want to hear from you. Visit uscgrowingstrong.com or follow along on social media for information about upcoming opportunities to meet with the School Board and district administration, ask questions, and learn more.
🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day, Rebels!
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing holiday weekend with family and friends. As we celebrate the hard work and dedication of so many in our communities, we also know that an exciting week is ahead — school starts this week! 📚
We are ready to welcome our students and staff back for another great year at USC.
A reminder of our first days:
🏫 Grades 7-12: Tuesday, September 8
🏫 Grades K-6: Wednesday, September 9
🧸 Preschool: Monday, September 14
Enjoy the final days of summer, get those backpacks ready, and we’ll see you soon, Rebels!
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and relaxing holiday weekend with family and friends. As we celebrate the hard work and dedication of so many in our communities, we also know that an exciting week is ahead — school starts this week! 📚
We are ready to welcome our students and staff back for another great year at USC.
A reminder of our first days:
🏫 Grades 7-12: Tuesday, September 8
🏫 Grades K-6: Wednesday, September 9
🧸 Preschool: Monday, September 14
Enjoy the final days of summer, get those backpacks ready, and we’ll see you soon, Rebels!
September is School Board Recognition Month, and we’re taking a moment to thank the dedicated members of the United South Central School Board!
Our school board members give their time and leadership to help guide our district, support our students and staff, and make important decisions for the future of our schools and communities.
Thank you for your service, your leadership, and your commitment to USC. We appreciate all you do!
Our school board members give their time and leadership to help guide our district, support our students and staff, and make important decisions for the future of our schools and communities.
Thank you for your service, your leadership, and your commitment to USC. We appreciate all you do!
Due to projected temperatures, USC Football at Cleveland has been moved to a 7:30pm kickoff tomorrow night (9/4).
Please help spread the word.
Go get 'em, Rebs!
#prideUSC
Please help spread the word.
Go get 'em, Rebs!
#prideUSC
Rebel Country,
The 2026 Commemorative Homecoming T-Shirts are available for order NOW! If interested, please place your order by the deadline, Friday, Sept. 11th.
You can order at the following link: https://bit.ly/Rebels-HOCO2026
USC Homecoming is slated for Sept. 28-Oct. 2! We're looking forward to a great week in Rebel Country.
#RollRebs
The 2026 Commemorative Homecoming T-Shirts are available for order NOW! If interested, please place your order by the deadline, Friday, Sept. 11th.
You can order at the following link: https://bit.ly/Rebels-HOCO2026
USC Homecoming is slated for Sept. 28-Oct. 2! We're looking forward to a great week in Rebel Country.
#RollRebs
The work behind a great school year starts before the first bell.
This week, our USC staff has been hard at work getting ready for another school year — and there’s a lot that happens before students walk through the doors!
From teachers and paraprofessionals preparing classrooms and learning plans, to our cafeteria team getting ready to feed our students, bus and van drivers preparing to safely get students where they need to go, and custodians making sure our buildings are clean, safe, and ready to welcome everyone back — it truly takes all of us.
This is just a small snapshot of the people and preparation happening across our district this week.
We’re incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated team working behind the scenes to make sure USC is ready for our students. We can’t wait to get the school year started!
Welcome back, Rebels!
This week, our USC staff has been hard at work getting ready for another school year — and there’s a lot that happens before students walk through the doors!
From teachers and paraprofessionals preparing classrooms and learning plans, to our cafeteria team getting ready to feed our students, bus and van drivers preparing to safely get students where they need to go, and custodians making sure our buildings are clean, safe, and ready to welcome everyone back — it truly takes all of us.
This is just a small snapshot of the people and preparation happening across our district this week.
We’re incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated team working behind the scenes to make sure USC is ready for our students. We can’t wait to get the school year started!
Welcome back, Rebels!
📣 Reminder! USC Middle School & High School Open House is TODAY!
We look forward to welcoming students and families in grades 7–12 this afternoon and evening.
📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 3:30–7:30 PM
Orientation Presentations:
🎓 7th Grade: 5:00 PM
🎓 9th Grade: 6:00 PM
Students and families are encouraged to attend, meet teachers, get familiar with the school, and get ready for a great year ahead!
We’ll see you this evening!
We look forward to welcoming students and families in grades 7–12 this afternoon and evening.
📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 3:30–7:30 PM
Orientation Presentations:
🎓 7th Grade: 5:00 PM
🎓 9th Grade: 6:00 PM
Students and families are encouraged to attend, meet teachers, get familiar with the school, and get ready for a great year ahead!
We’ll see you this evening!
🚐 NOW HIRING: Substitute Van Drivers!
Looking for a flexible opportunity to support our students and schools? United South Central is seeking Substitute Van Drivers! Training is provided, and flexible opportunities are available.
Interested or know someone who might be a great fit? Contact Mary Smothers at msmothers@unitedsouthcentral.org for more information!
Looking for a flexible opportunity to support our students and schools? United South Central is seeking Substitute Van Drivers! Training is provided, and flexible opportunities are available.
Interested or know someone who might be a great fit? Contact Mary Smothers at msmothers@unitedsouthcentral.org for more information!
Substitute Teacher Workshop
USC will hold a substitute teacher workshop for those who are interested in subbing at USC. The training will be held on Thursday, September 3, 12:30 - 4:00 PM. Below is the general outline for the substitute teacher training.
General Information - 12:30 PM
Social Services & forms - 12:45 PM
Keys and checking in for the day - 1:00 PM
Red Rover and time expectations - 1:05 PM
Discipline - 1:15 PM
Lockdown and Drills - 1:25 PM
Technology and time to practice interactive boards - 1:45 PM
Connecting with teachers - 2:30 PM
Please contact Jen Bye at 507-553-5819 if you have any questions.
Rebel Country,
We have some big changes in our Athletic and Activities Department as we head into the 2026-27 school year!
One big change made by all Gopher Conference schools is that we're moving to electronic ticketing and a CASHLESS admission process at all Athletic and Fine Arts events.
Please see the attached image and visit the link below to learn more about the transition and to secure your event tickets/passes through BOUND before game day.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OQgYCTysn4XamIpEdq7ZpIkwQoYt8KVIpDDufg1SU6s/edit?usp=sharing
ROLL REBS!
We have some big changes in our Athletic and Activities Department as we head into the 2026-27 school year!
One big change made by all Gopher Conference schools is that we're moving to electronic ticketing and a CASHLESS admission process at all Athletic and Fine Arts events.
Please see the attached image and visit the link below to learn more about the transition and to secure your event tickets/passes through BOUND before game day.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OQgYCTysn4XamIpEdq7ZpIkwQoYt8KVIpDDufg1SU6s/edit?usp=sharing
ROLL REBS!
As we get ready to welcome students back to USC, Dr. Topinka has shared his annual Back-to-School Superintendent Update with families.
The update includes information on the start of the school year, JMC contact information, safety and emergency drills, traffic and drop-off procedures, enrollment and upcoming facility planning, and more.
📄 Read the full Back-to-School Update: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4144/United_South_Central_Sd/6c125d67-8d94-4673-aee3-ec2c75954327/September-2026-B2S-Update-2.pdf?disposition=inline
We’re looking forward to welcoming our students back on September 8 and 9 and getting another great school year underway! Go Rebels!
The update includes information on the start of the school year, JMC contact information, safety and emergency drills, traffic and drop-off procedures, enrollment and upcoming facility planning, and more.
📄 Read the full Back-to-School Update: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4144/United_South_Central_Sd/6c125d67-8d94-4673-aee3-ec2c75954327/September-2026-B2S-Update-2.pdf?disposition=inline
We’re looking forward to welcoming our students back on September 8 and 9 and getting another great school year underway! Go Rebels!
