🎭 We're Hiring – One Act Play Director!
USC is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to lead our One Act Play program this winter!
The season runs from late November through January, with a stipend provided according to the USC Schedule C Master Agreement. Theater experience is preferred.
Interested? Apply through our school website or contact the USC Activities Office at 507-553-5823 for more information.
Position open until filled!
https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/rap
USC is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to lead our One Act Play program this winter!
The season runs from late November through January, with a stipend provided according to the USC Schedule C Master Agreement. Theater experience is preferred.
Interested? Apply through our school website or contact the USC Activities Office at 507-553-5823 for more information.
Position open until filled!
https://www.usc.k12.mn.us/page/rap
As we head into the weekend, we want to thank everyone in our community who has taken the time to learn more, ask questions, attend meetings, and share their perspectives throughout this process.
We are grateful for such a caring and engaged community, and proud to be part of it. ❤️💙
If you’d like to learn more before November 3, take a few minutes to watch this video and visit 𝐔𝐒𝐂𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦 for additional information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wroFz5MKPC6wpS8PtauCVx94BPFdAwrO/view?usp=sharing
We are grateful for such a caring and engaged community, and proud to be part of it. ❤️💙
If you’d like to learn more before November 3, take a few minutes to watch this video and visit 𝐔𝐒𝐂𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦 for additional information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wroFz5MKPC6wpS8PtauCVx94BPFdAwrO/view?usp=sharing
Scholarships are a key part of a college financing plan! Register here: bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
USC 10th graders visited the campus of Minnesota State University, Mankato participating in Junior Achievement Finance Park and touring the university to get a firsthand look at college life and postsecondary pathways.
What is JA Finance Park?
It is hands-on simulation where each student was assigned a career, salary, credit score, and family scenario, challenging them to navigate everyday financial decisions. They balanced monthly expenses such as housing, utilities, groceries, and transportation alongside healthcare, childcare, and basic necessities. To succeed, students had to handle unexpected life emergencies while still prioritizing long-term savings, providing them with practical, eye-opening experience in managing a personal budget.
What is JA Finance Park?
It is hands-on simulation where each student was assigned a career, salary, credit score, and family scenario, challenging them to navigate everyday financial decisions. They balanced monthly expenses such as housing, utilities, groceries, and transportation alongside healthcare, childcare, and basic necessities. To succeed, students had to handle unexpected life emergencies while still prioritizing long-term savings, providing them with practical, eye-opening experience in managing a personal budget.
The USC Knowledge Bowl Team started strong with two teams scoring in the top 5 out of 35 teams on Tuesday, October 27th. The USC Byzantine placed third, earning medals. The USC Piggy Pink placed 5th, earning ribbons. Congratulations to the team and Coach Scruggs on a great start to the season.
USC Seniors spent their afternoon applying to colleges as part of our annual College Application Day! Many colleges offer free applications during October and USC participates in MN Direct Admissions, offering our students more free and easy ways to be accepted to college and plan for the future.
This past Saturday, 17 USC choir members attended the Bethany Honor Choir at Bethany College in Mankato. They had a fun day of music-making and ended it with an amazing concert! They performed with students from area schools and college choir members.
𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐱 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭?
Two available programs provide tax relief for eligible USC taxpayers: the Minnesota Homestead Credit Refund Program and the Ag2School Credit.
Under Ag2School, the state pays 70% of the school building bond tax on eligible agricultural land and buildings. This is an automatic credit. Approximately 54% of the USC district is agricultural land and qualify for this credit, which means the state would cover approximately $𝟏𝟐.𝟒 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 of the bond costs.
Learn more about these programs and the proposed plan at 𝐔𝐒𝐂𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dQAnDG10sCCg8tmwxKxsWlo8ajagTkiN/view
Two available programs provide tax relief for eligible USC taxpayers: the Minnesota Homestead Credit Refund Program and the Ag2School Credit.
Under Ag2School, the state pays 70% of the school building bond tax on eligible agricultural land and buildings. This is an automatic credit. Approximately 54% of the USC district is agricultural land and qualify for this credit, which means the state would cover approximately $𝟏𝟐.𝟒 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 of the bond costs.
Learn more about these programs and the proposed plan at 𝐔𝐒𝐂𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dQAnDG10sCCg8tmwxKxsWlo8ajagTkiN/view
Register to attend tonight's free session about the MN Alternative State Financial Aid Application! bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
🔬 USC Science Scores Rank Among the Region's Best! 🔬
We're excited to share some encouraging results from our 2026 MCA Science assessments!
Both our 5th Grade and 10th Grade Science scores ranked 2nd highest among the 10 regional school districts we use for comparison!
In addition to ranking near the top of our region, both grade levels performed above the statewide averages!
These results reflect the hard work of our students and the continued dedication of our teachers and staff. While there's always room for growth, we're proud of the progress we're making at USC!
Great work, Rebels!
We're excited to share some encouraging results from our 2026 MCA Science assessments!
Both our 5th Grade and 10th Grade Science scores ranked 2nd highest among the 10 regional school districts we use for comparison!
In addition to ranking near the top of our region, both grade levels performed above the statewide averages!
These results reflect the hard work of our students and the continued dedication of our teachers and staff. While there's always room for growth, we're proud of the progress we're making at USC!
Great work, Rebels!
It's playoff time, Rebel Country!
A reminder as we head into postseason play that no passes are accepted at MSHSL events.
Both Section 1 and 2 have transitioned to cashless admission, so tickets must be purchased online or at the door using a credit or debit card.
Get your tickets here: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/unitedsouthcentral/tickets
Good luck to all those still competing. Roll Rebs!
A reminder as we head into postseason play that no passes are accepted at MSHSL events.
Both Section 1 and 2 have transitioned to cashless admission, so tickets must be purchased online or at the door using a credit or debit card.
Get your tickets here: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/unitedsouthcentral/tickets
Good luck to all those still competing. Roll Rebs!
Reminder: Senior Community Conversation is today!
If you’re a senior or retiree and would like to learn more about the upcoming USC referendum, join us today at 3:00 PM at the Wells VFW.
This will be an opportunity to hear what is being proposed, ask questions, and talk with district administration.
Please share this with any seniors or retirees you know who may not be online or on social media.
We hope to see you this afternoon!
If you’re a senior or retiree and would like to learn more about the upcoming USC referendum, join us today at 3:00 PM at the Wells VFW.
This will be an opportunity to hear what is being proposed, ask questions, and talk with district administration.
Please share this with any seniors or retirees you know who may not be online or on social media.
We hope to see you this afternoon!
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦?
No matter the outcome, the United South Central School District remains committed to addressing the educational needs of our students and keeping our community informed.
✅ 𝐈𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦: The district will move forward with design, detailed planning, and construction, sharing regular updates on timelines, milestones, and progress while working to minimize disruptions to learning.
📋 𝐈𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦 The district’s identified space needs and classroom capacity challenges will remain. The School Board will review the results and community feedback to determine next steps..
🔗 Visit 𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦 for more information regarding the plan!
No matter the outcome, the United South Central School District remains committed to addressing the educational needs of our students and keeping our community informed.
✅ 𝐈𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦: The district will move forward with design, detailed planning, and construction, sharing regular updates on timelines, milestones, and progress while working to minimize disruptions to learning.
📋 𝐈𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐦 The district’s identified space needs and classroom capacity challenges will remain. The School Board will review the results and community feedback to determine next steps..
🔗 Visit 𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦 for more information regarding the plan!
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭?
The proposed plan includes additional classrooms, small-group learning space, and a new multipurpose space.
These proposed improvements are intended to address current space needs while providing safe, functional, and adaptable learning environments that can support USC students for years to come.
Learn more about the proposed plan at 𝐔𝐒𝐂𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠.𝐜𝐨𝐦
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kIZG6J22wR4b7zH0d9UZnRbgqH1OUZNv/view?usp=sharing
Seniors and Parents!
Our first Financial Aid Night is tonight at 6pm!
ETS and MSU-Mankaro are hosting two Financial Aid webinars for local high schools.
Prizes will be drawn for our USC students who attend. See you there!
https://minnstate.zoom.us/s/96873829867
Our first Financial Aid Night is tonight at 6pm!
ETS and MSU-Mankaro are hosting two Financial Aid webinars for local high schools.
Prizes will be drawn for our USC students who attend. See you there!
https://minnstate.zoom.us/s/96873829867
The MN Alternative State Financial Aid Application is for students who are not eligible to apply for aid via the FAFSA. Register now to learn more about your eligibility for this alternative application. bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26
Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Today we're giving a big THANK YOU to our incredible USC bus and van drivers!
We appreciate all the time, care, and dedication you bring to USC each and every day!
Thank you for all you do!
Today we're giving a big THANK YOU to our incredible USC bus and van drivers!
We appreciate all the time, care, and dedication you bring to USC each and every day!
Thank you for all you do!
🍻 Join us for our final Beverages with the Board on Wednesday, October 28, at 6:00 PM at VFW in Wells!
Stop by to visit with school board members and learn more about the USC facilities referendum. We welcome your questions, conversations, and feedback as we head toward Election Day on November 3.
We appreciate everyone who has taken the time to be part of these conversations and hope to see you there!
Stop by to visit with school board members and learn more about the USC facilities referendum. We welcome your questions, conversations, and feedback as we head toward Election Day on November 3.
We appreciate everyone who has taken the time to be part of these conversations and hope to see you there!
Great things are happening at USC! 🔴🔵
The 2026 MCA results are in, and we have some great things to celebrate!
We're especially proud that USC continues to perform among the strongest school districts in our region, with results exceeding those of many of our neighboring school districts. This reflects the great work happening in our classrooms on a daily basis here at USC!
We are also now in year four of our READ Act implementation efforts here at USC. Our district was an early adopter of this work, investing in professional development and research-based reading instruction well ahead of many others. We're excited to begin seeing the impact of these efforts and look forward to the continued growth they will bring for our students in the years ahead!
State assessments are just one measure of student learning, but these results give us plenty to celebrate while also helping us identify areas where we can continue to grow and improve.
A big thank you to our students, teachers, staff, and families for everything they do to make USC a great place to learn!
Proud to be a Rebel!
Register to attend tonight's free session about the FAFSA! bit.ly/CollegePlanningSeries26 Students who attend are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship drawing. Interpreters are available.
