Sterling Public Schools is now accepting out-of-district enrollment applications! This year, we have openings at all grade levels, K–12. Sterling is a great place for students to learn and grow, offering a wide range of athletic and fine arts opportunities. Our academic programs are among the best in the state—Sterling Grade School has earned two National Blue Ribbon Awards and two National ESEA Distinguished Schools honors in the past 10 years. More information about applying for out-of-district enrollment can be found HERE. Applications will be accepted through June 30.

about 22 hours ago, Jim Goracke
Want to be a black bear

Today's SHS vs Hutch Trinity Softball doubleheader is in Hutchinson at Our Lady of Guadalupe Softball Complex at 612 S. Maple at 4:30 pm

8 days ago, Jeff Fuss

Sterling High School is currently taking applications for a Head HS Volleyball Coach position. If interested please contact Jeff Fuss, SHS AD, at fussj@usd376.com.

8 days ago, Jeff Fuss

The new start time for the SHS vs Hoisington JV softball doubleheader in Sterling on Monday, April 27th will be 3:00 pm

10 days ago, Jeff Fuss

Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th
www.inter-state.com
Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken

16 days ago, McKenzi Flickinger

Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th
www.inter-state.com
Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken

22 days ago, McKenzi Flickinger
On April 13, 2026 the USD 376 School Board of Education will host a representative from Kansas Association of School Boards for a question-and-answer session beginning at 6pm. The purpose of the meeting is to provide the board of education members education and clarification as to the responsibilities and duties of your local school board. The BOE invites all parents and community members to attend. Also, if you are a resident of the USD 376 school district and have a question you would like to submit, please fill out the survey found here: https://forms.gle/NXMGBbCugFqkRDVRA . The superintendent and board president will compile the questions for submission to our representative.
23 days ago, Jim Goracke
Sterling JH /HS hosts 3 track meets this spring and we need help in running off the field events. We could use your help as a field event judge or as a field event helper. Sterling HS has 2 meets this year and the dates/times are as follows: April 21st at 4:30 pm and April 23rd at 3:00 pm. Sterling JH hosts their meet on April 30th at 4:00 pm. If you would like to help please contact me at fussj@usd376.com. Thank you!!!
23 days ago, Jeff Fuss

Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th
www.inter-state.com
Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken

25 days ago, McKenzi Flickinger

Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th
www.inter-state.com
Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken

29 days ago, McKenzi Flickinger
The Sterling vs Remington softball contests today are at 300 S. Locust in Whitewater. The diamonds are not in the high school.
about 1 month ago, Jeff Fuss
The Black Bear Store is offering shirts to commemorate the 2026 Boys Basketball 2A State Championship, as well as a Back to Back shirt for both seasons of State Basketball Championships. Please visit https://theblackbearstore.square.site/shop/new-logos/3Q4HNBMISNAQNFS4MCP5W5XW to purchase your items!
about 1 month ago, McKenzi Flickinger
undefeatedstatechamps
backtobackchampsstatebasketball

Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th
www.inter-state.com
Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken

about 1 month ago, McKenzi Flickinger
Spring Sports & Spring Individual Pictures

Friday April 17th

Spring Individual Pictures:
Code: 0402RMA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0402RM
Only students who have purchased photo's will be photographed

Spring Sports:
Code:0109QVA
https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0109QV
Teams & Individuals will be taken
about 1 month ago, McKenzi Flickinger
Please join us this Saturday, March 28 at 7:15 p.m. to honor Betsy Dutton. She will be inducted into the KSHSAA Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place at 7:15 prior to Saturday night's running of the Spring play.
about 1 month ago, Wes Laudermilk
As per new HOA League Policy all HOA League members will be charging admission to varsity Baseball/Softball contests and will be charging admission to the HOA JH League Track Meet at Remington JH/HS on May 12th and the HS HOA League Track Meet at Bennington HS on May 14th. Admission is the same as it has been all year - $5 for Adults & K-12 Students.
about 1 month ago, Jeff Fuss
Sterling Spring Black and White
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about 1 month ago, Jaime Burtner
Congrats to Head Coach Derek Schneider and the Sterling HS Boys BB Team for winning back-to-back State BB Titles. The Black Bears finished with a historic 28-0 record. For information regarding the Sterling vs Berean Academy State Championship game check out the article in 'KSHSAA Covered.' Link to the article is: https://kshsaacovered.com/news/2026/3/17/mens-basketball-perfect-ending-sterling-finishes-28-0-with-back-to-back-2a-state-titles.aspx
about 1 month ago, Jeff Fuss
The Rice County Arts Council will host the annual Rice County High School Art Exhibition March 23–28 at the Mattson Art Gallery at Studio 96 in Sterling.

The exhibition highlights artwork by students from Little River, Sterling, and Lyons high schools and provides young artists with the opportunity to display their work in a professional gallery setting. Community members are invited to view the exhibit and celebrate the creativity and accomplishments of local students.

Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Admission is free and open to the public.
about 2 months ago, Wes Laudermilk
Sterling HS Boys BB play St. Marys HS in the Semifinal Round of the KSHSAA 2A State BB Tournament at White Auditorium in Emporia on Friday, March 13th at 5:30 pm. All spectators must enter the arena through the North ticket gate. Admission is $10 for adults and $10 for K-12 students. Cash, credit/debit card and digital tickets will be accepted at the gate. The link for digital tickets is: https://gofan.co/app/school/KSHSAA . Due to it's downtown location, there are several smaller parking lots located within walking distance of the auditorium. See the attached map for more parking information.
about 2 months ago, Jeff Fuss
State BB Parking