Solomon Unified School District 393

Congratulations to our 2026 Prom Queen Kilynne and Prom King Matthias!!

What an incredible week of athletics on our campus! Over the past week, we were proud to host three major events, including our powerlifting meet and two track meets, all right here on our amazing facilities. In total, we welcomed 498 athletes from 30 schools. Events like these don’t happen without an amazing support system. We had 58 adult volunteers and 52 student volunteers step up to help make everything run smoothly. We are beyond grateful for each and every volunteer who gave their time and energy. Your dedication makes all the difference, and we couldn’t do it without you. THANK YOU to everyone who helped make this past week a success! We have 2 track meets left if you would like to join in on the fun April 24 & 25th.

Turned out to be a great day for golf at Goessel with 25 groups. Weather stayed away and our players did well. Caylee Cook and Kilynne McCook placed 15th with a 44, A'den Peterson and Matt Hamm-Jones placed 10th with a 42, Cooper Carver and Seth Pekarek placed 5th with a 40.

Solomon art students participated in the 51st annual Fort Hays State University High School Art Day. There were 1,300 participants from all over Kansas and parts of Nebraska this year making it the biggest yet. After setting up the Solomon Art booth students were able to take part in workshops and competitions in the art department with the help of FHSU staff and students.
Caylee C. received 1st, 3rd and 3 certificates
Allie A. received 2nd
Those with winning certificates were Kilynne M, Jayden B, and Etel M

Great job gorillas!

#SolomonProud

Our High school students competed at home this week. We’re incredibly proud of the hard work they’ve put into their training—it’s clearly paying off. Here are just a few highlights from a great night.

Our JH students competed at home yesterday and brought home several top‑three finishes! We’re incredibly proud of the hard work they’ve put into their training—it’s clearly paying off. Here are just a few highlights from a great night.

👟 We need MORE SHOES! 👟

Solomon High School Future Business Leaders of America has officially started our goal of going ALL the way around the school block with donated shoes—and we need your help to get there!

Clean out those closets and send in your gently used shoes! Every pair makes a difference 💪

📍 Drop off at the Solomon School Main Office
📚 Send with a student to school
🏡 Or email Mrs. Livingston at rlivingston@usd393.net to schedule a porch pick-up in Solomon, Abilene or Salina.

Let’s come together and make an impact—locally and globally! 🌍

#FBLA #OurWhy #NationalFBLA

🎓 ONE MONTH TO GO! 🎓
We’re counting down the days until our seniors take the stage and celebrate this unforgettable milestone! Here’s what you need to know for Graduation Day:
📍 Location: High School Gym
🪑 Seating Opens: 9:00 AM
⏰ Ceremony Begins: 10:00 AM
➡️ Overflow seating will be available in the Junior High Gym with a live broadcast.
📺 Can’t attend in person? Watch live via HUDL streaming!
We can’t wait to celebrate our graduates and cheer them on as they cross the stage!

Please read the following guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable promenade experience for everyone. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!

#SolomonProud

Don't miss out on the chance to get this years most memorable keepsake! Sales end May 1st.

Our FFA students will be showcasing their hard work at their annual plant sale. Stop by the greenhouse May 6 & 7 after school to add some plants to your garden 🌺

CKTL HS Track at Solomon Medalists: Brielle HJ 🥇 Ashley PV 🥇 Mykia 800 🥇 Mykia 1600 🥇 Eli 110H 🥇 Boys 4x800 🥇 Justus PV 🥈 Athen 300H 🥈 Mykia 3200 🥈 Raeann HJ 🥈 Karis PV 🥈 Abbi SP 🥈 Payton Jav 🥈 Jack Jav 🥉 Eli TJ 🥉 Hailey TJ 🥉

‼️ GORILLA MEET DAY ‼️ 📍SOLOMON ⏰ 4:30 PM ⭐️ Game day sponsor is iServe. Thank you for your support of Solomon schools!

‼️ GORILLA GAMEDAY ‼️ 📍Chapman ⏰1:00 PM ⭐️ Game day sponsor is Holm Automotive. Thank you for your support of Solomon schools!

In less than a week, our hardworking Gorillas are taking center stage to show off their amazing talents! 🦍
Join us Monday, April 20th at 7:00 PM as our 3rd & 4th graders fill the room with song, followed by our talented 5th grade band. You won’t want to miss this night of music and pride! 🎺🎤

We are very proud of these 3 students for performing instrumental and vocal solos at regional contest at Tabor college today. All of them did a great job. Issac Hammersmith and Owen Westhead earned the top score possible on their solos, and both qualified to the state contest on April 25th at Kansas Wesleyan. Congratulations to all these students. They worked very hard and did an outstanding job.

Two HS 🦍 track meets this week at Moundridge and Marion. Three medalists on Tuesday- Mykia- 2nd🥈, 1600 Justus- 2nd🥈, pole vault Ashley- 3rd🥉, pole vault Top ten movemen Tuesday: Abbigail L into 9th in discus- 87'3 Justus into 3rd in pole vault- 10'6 Athen into 10th in pole vault- 7'0 PR Tuesday: Jack- 100, 12.4 Friday Medalists: Mykia- 3200, 1st🥇; 1600, 3rd🥉 PRs: Ty- 100, 13.5; 200, 28.32 Riley P- 200, 29.72 Athen- 1600, 6:09.0; 110H, 20.9; pole vault, 8'6 Eli- 110H, 18.11 Hailey- 200, 39.16; 800, 3:28.6 Brielle- 400, 71.12 McKenzie- discus, 81'9 Aspen- shot put, 29'6 Top 10 movement Athen into 8th in pole vault- 8'6 🦍Good job SHS! 🦍

Successful day of golf for Solomon. The players endured the weather and had some success. Justus Nordgren had a PR of 100. Breken Coup had his season best and set a new Solomon record for the Hillsboro course with an 83. The score also landed him a 4th place finish.

​Learn more about Solomon High School student, Jaden, class of 2026.
Jaden joined Gorilla Nation in eighth grade. From then to now, he has become a staple in long distance athletics including Cross Country and Track (800m & 1 mile). He is passionate about the human mind and will be studying psychology at Wichita State University with hopes to become a therapist. He shouts out mom for her continued support and Mr. Kjell Nordgren, teacher and coach.
We wish you the best of luck in your future endeavours and are excited to see where it takes you! 🦍
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