Embedded Files
On January 23, 2023, the USD 263 School Board passed a resolution declaring our support for educating Military Students in accordance with the Purple Star Schools Program. Our district is located approximately 10 miles south of McConnell Air Force Base and Mulvane has a strong military heritage. The information here is intended to support military students and families as they pursue education in our district. We are proud to support military students and families! Click here for the Mulvane district Military Family page.
Information About Our District Also, see our social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram.
Enrolling or Exiting Mulvane High School
USD 263 Residents should contact the school their student will attend and communicate with the registrar to set up an enrollment appointment.
Mulvane High School, Grades 9-12, 316-777-1183, registrar email - Mrs. Christy Gutzmer- cgutzmer@usd263.org
Mulvane District Office Military Families Contact, Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Trista Cuthbertson, 316-777-1102- tcuthbertson@usd263.org
Mulvane District Office Special Services Office Secretary, Mrs. Jamie Bowker, 316-777-1102- jbowker@usd263.org
Bring the following information to your enrollment appointment: proof of district residency (purchase contract, lease agreement, utility bill with your name and address), birth certificate, and grades from previous school. Also, please withdraw from your previous school prior to enrolling with us.
Here's our District New Student Enrollment Newsletter, which includes information such as school supply lists, yearly calendar, etc.
Exiting the School and Educational Records Transfer Requests: Parents/Guardians should notify the registrar at their student's school of their intent to transfer out. Registrars will schedule the last date of attendance, gather school materials, check for outstanding fees, and complete exit records and transfer paperwork.
Contact the Special Services Office to transfer a student's IEP or 504 to another school, 316-777-1102
Mulvane High School Graduation Requirements
Class of 2026 and 2027
English: 4 credits
English 1 (1.0)
English 2 (1.0)
English 3 (1.0)
English 4 OR Comp 1 and 2 (1.0)
Math: 3 credits
Social Studies: 3 credits
World Studies (1.0)
American Studies (1.0)
Civics (0.5)
Topics (0.5)
Science: 3 credits
Biology (1.0)
Elective Science (1.0)
Elective Science (1.0)
Physical Education/Health: 1 credit
PE Concepts or PE & Health (1.0)
Career & Technical Education (CTE): 1 credit
Fine Arts: 1 credit
Advisory: 4 years (0.25 credit per semester, Pass/Fail. Second semester senior advisory exemptions may apply)
Advisory 9
Advisory 10
Advisory 11
Advisory 12
Electives: 6 credits
Any classes beyond the required classes listed above are considered electives.
TOTAL CREDITS Required for Graduation: 24
USD 263 requires 24 credits and eight semesters of attendance in grades 9-12 for high school graduation.
Exceptions to these requirements, such as early graduation, would be considered on an individual basis only, and would have to be recommended by the high school Principal and approved by the Superintendent, in accordance with BOE policy. Questionable situations could be taken to the Board of Education by the Superintendent for consideration and review.
Class of 2028+
English/Communications: 4 credits
English 1 (1.0)
English 2 (1.0)
English 3 (1.0)
English 4 OR Comp 1 and 2 (1.0)
Communications (0.5)-Intro to Speech, College Public Speaking, Debate, Competitive Speech and Drama
Math: 3 credits
Social Studies: 3 credits
World Studies (1.0)
American Studies (1.0)
Civics (0.5)
Topics (0.5)
Science: 3 credits
Biology (1.0)
Elective Science (1.0)
Elective Science (1.0)
Physical Education/Health: 1 credit
PE & Health(1.0)
Advanced Career & Technical Education (CTE): 1 credit
Fine Arts: 1 credit
Financial Literacy (0.5)
Advisory: 4 years (0.25 credit per semester, Pass/Fail. Second semester senior advisory exemptions may apply)
Advisory 9
Advisory 10
Advisory 11
Advisory 12
Electives: 5 credits
Any classes beyond the required classes listed above are considered electives.
TOTAL CREDITS Required for Graduation: 24
USD 263 requires 24 credits and eight semesters of attendance in grades 9-12 for high school graduation.
Exceptions to these requirements, such as early graduation, would be considered on an individual basis only, and would have to be recommended by the high school Principal and approved by the Superintendent, in accordance with BOE policy. Questionable situations could be taken to the Board of Education by the Superintendent for consideration and review.
Postsecondary Assets
Per new state policy, beginning with the class of 2028, students must also earn two or more postsecondary assets aligned with their Individual Plan of Study.
Career & Real-World Examples
● Youth Apprenticeships
● 40 or more Community Service hours
● Client-centered Projects
● Workplace learning experience directly related to a student IPS
● Industry-Recognized Certifications
● Seal of Biliteracy
● CTE Scholar
● Eagle Scout or Gold Scout
● 4-H Kansas Key Award
● Two or more high school athletics/activities
● JROTC
● 90% attendance in high school
● Senior Exit Interview/Senior Projects
Academic Examples
● ACT Composite Score of 21 or higher
● WorKeys Level Silver or higher
● 9+ College hours
● State Assessment scores of 3 or 4 for Math, ELA, Science
● ASVAB per requirements of military branch selected
● SAT score of 1200 or higher
● Completing Board of Regents Curriculum
● International Baccalaureate Exam (4+)
● Advanced Placement Exam (3+) 3
Miscellaneous Information
Athletics, Activities, & Parent Organizations
Mulvane Public Library and Mulvane Recreation Center offer many opportunities for children and families.
Military Student Point of Contact
Mulvane High School Counselors, Mrs. Teresa Brown and Mrs. Coree Mueller, 316-777-1183
Mulvane School District Assistant Superintendent, Mrs. Trista Cuthbertson, 316-777-1102
Educational Resources for Military Families & Students
Page updated
Report abuse