Dear USD 504 Families, Staff, and Community Members,
We are pleased to announce the launch of our School District Listening Tour, a series of community conversations designed to hear directly from you. As we continue planning for the future of our schools, your insights, experiences, and ideas are essential.
Over the coming weeks, district leadership will host open forums at school sites across the district. These sessions will provide opportunities to share feedback on academics, school climate, communication, facilities, and any other topics important to you.
Each listening session will include:
• A brief district update
• Whole-group listening activities
• Opportunities for questions and dialogue
• A summary of themes captured at each stop
Listening Tour Dates & Locations
📍 Service Valley Charter Academy Cafeteria – December 16, 2025 5:30-6:30pm
📍 Oswego Jr/Sr High School Commons Area – December 17, 2025 5:30-6:30pm
📍 Neosho Heights Elementary School Cafeteria – January 7, 2026 5:30-6:30pm
All parents, students, staff, and community members are welcome. Your input will help district leadership determine priorities and future planning.
If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact James Dawson, Superintendent at jdawson@usd504.org or 620.795.2126. We look forward to listening, learning, and building a stronger district together.
James Dawson
Superintendent
USD 504 Oswego
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Varsity/JV Basketball Jamboree at Oswego High School
Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 - 5:00 Start
No Cost, but water and gatorades would be appreciated.
Teams:
A- Oswego
B- Caney
C- Baxter Springs
D- Sedan
Times/Schedule/Location
Court- A HS Gym Court- B MS Gym
5:00 A vs B (V Girls) C vs D (V Girls)
5:15 A vs B (JV Girls) C vs D (JV Girls)
5:30 A vs C (V Girls) B vs D (V Girls)
5:45 A vs C (JV Girls) B vs D (JV Girls)
6:00 A vs D (V Girls) * B vs C (V Girls)*
6:20 A vs D (JV Girls) * B vs C (JV Girls)*
10 minute break
6:40 A vs B (V Boys) C vs D (V Boys)
7:00 A vs B (JV Boys) C vs D (JV Boys)
7:15 A vs C (V Boys) B vs D (V Boys)
7:30 A vs C (JV Boys) B vs D (JV Boys)
7:45 A vs D (V Boys)* B vs C (V Boys)*
8:00 A vs D (JV Boys)* B vs C (JV Boys)*
Week at a Glance! Basketball games start this week. Go Big Red!!
FULL TIME DAY CUSTODIAN AT NEOSHO HEIGHTS
JOB TITLE: Daytime Custodian
JOB DESCRIPTION: U.S.D. 504 is currently accepting applications for a day-time custodian at the Neosho Height Elementary School. This is an immediate opening and will remain open until filled.
Individuals interested in this position should submit their application to:
James Dawson II
Superintendent of Schools
P.O. Box 129
Oswego, KS 67356
jdawson@usd504.org
620-795-2126
Our district classified application can be found on our website at www.usd504.org or picked up in our office at 719 4th Street, Oswego, KS 67356.
JOB SALARY: Salary will be approved by the board of education. The Board of Education pays for a Single Option B Blue Cross of Kansas health plan along with a $25,000 term life insurance policy.
JOB START DATE: Immediately
APPLICATIONS DUE BY: December 15, 2025 or until position is filled.
Job Opening
USD 504 is currently accepting applications for the following position for the 2025-26 Season:
* E-Sports Coach
Individuals interested in this position should submit their application to:
Kali Swisher
OJSHS Principal
P.O. Box 129
Oswego, KS 67356
kswisher@usd504.org
620-795-2125
Please be aware that we cannot accept Facebook applications. Interested applicants must turn in USD 504 classified application. Those can be found on our website at www.usd504.org or picked up at our district office.
U.S.D. No. 504 is an equal opportunity employer.
2PM is your last opportunity to come see There’s Something About Ernest. These students have worked so hard. Don’t miss it!
JOB OPENING - CNA
JOB TITLE: CNA
JOB DESCRIPTION: U.S.D. 504 is currently accepting applications for an assistant to our district nurse. A CNA license is required. The district nurse services all USD 504 students at each of our three attendance centers (Service Valley Charter Academy, Neosho Heights Elementary, and Oswego Jr.-Sr. High School). Therefore, travel between buildings will be required. Paid mileage is provided. This position will be for the 2025-2026 school year.
Individuals interested in this position should submit their application and credentials to:
James Dawson II
Superintendent of Schools
P.O. Box 129
Oswego, KS 67356
jdawson@usd504.org
620-795-2126
Our district classified application can be found on our website at www.usd504.org or picked up in our office at 719 4th Street, Oswego, KS 67356.
Please be aware that we cannot accept Facebook applications. Interested applicants must turn in USD 504 district applications. Those can be found on our website or picked up at our district office.
JOB SALARY: Salary will be determined by the board of education.
JOB BENEFITS: The board of education provides a single option 2 Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance policy. A $25,000 term life insurance policy is also provided by the board.
JOB START DATE: December 1, 2025
APPLICATIONS DUE BY: November 20th or until position is filled.