Bethune School District

Bethune School District R-5 is home to 115 students Pre-K-12 housed in one elementary building and one junior high/high school building. The District is served by 16 certified teachers, one administrator and 15 classified employees. The District is extremely proud of its 8:1 student- teacher ratio, the zero-dropout rate, and 100 percent graduation rate.  Bethune takes great pride in their school and the upkeep of the facilities is exceptional. The connection with the community is well rooted, and many generations of families have attended this school.

“Bethune School produces productive citizens who embody Pride, Principles and Perseverance” is the mission of the Bethune School District. Focused goal areas the District is working on are:

■ Increase student achievement

■ Maintain financial excellence

■Strengthen communications and relationships

■ Enhance support and development of students, staff, and governance team.

Some of the special programs the school has to offer are Drama, National Honor Society, Ag/ FFA, Boys and Girls Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Track, and Student Council. There is also an opportunity for students to take classes through Morgan Community College in our V-NETS classroom and on-line.

Kids

District Information

    Welcome

    Bethune School takes a whole student approach to PreK-12 education. Teachers, administrators, counselors, and support staff work together to meet the intellectual, social, behavioral, and emotional needs of each and every child we serve.

    Enrollment

    NEW STUDENTS PLEASE CALL

    (719) 346-7513

    Existing Students Click this Link

    The Community

    The Town of Bethune is located in Eastern Colorado just off Interstate 70 approximately 30 miles from the Kansas border. Bethune is also located 40 miles from Goodland, Kansas, and 160 miles from Denver and Colorado Springs, all of which are excellent areas for shopping. Mountain recreation activities are approximately a four-hour drive away.  This bedroom community is home to approximately 500 people. Many residents commute to Burlington or Stratton, Colorado, eight and nine miles away respectively, for employment. Those who work in Bethune derive their main source of income from agriculture.  Burlington is home to businesses, shopping, restaurants, churches, doctors and a hospital. Industry in the area includes several feedlots, wind farms and hog finishing facility. Old Town Museum is a 6 1/2-acre historic site that includes 21 fully restored buildings with authentic artifacts from the turn-of-the-century.

    Local recreational activities include deer, pheasant and turkey hunting, and golf. There are numerous activities for children including baseball, softball, swimming and day camps.

Bethune School District No. R- 5 News

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    Dec 1, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Varsity G/B Basketball at Annual Deer Trail Classic Tournament
    Varsity G/B Basketball at Annual Deer Trail Classic Tournament

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    Dec 1, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Christmas Music Program
    Christmas Music Program

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    Dec 1, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Bethune School Play
    Bethune School Play

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    Dec 1, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Congratulations Paulina!!
    Congratulations Paulina!!

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    Dec 1, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Last Day for Sign-Up With 2 These Programs!
    Last Day for Sign-Up With 2 These Programs!

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    Nov 26, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    Congrats Alondra!!YWKC TOP 15 DIGS LEADERS
    Congrats Alondra!!
    YWKC TOP 15 DIGS LEADERS

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    Nov 25, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    ☺️ Congrats Nora and Betsy2025 YWKC TOP 15 BLOCKS LEADERS END OF THE SEASON
    ☺️ Congrats Nora and Betsy
    2025 YWKC TOP 15 BLOCKS LEADERS
    END OF THE SEASON

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    Nov 25, 2025 · Bethune School District No. R- 5
    What a great show these ladies put on for us last night. It was a 5-set thriller. Congratulations to this very talented...
    What a great show these ladies put on for us last night. It was a 5-set thriller. Congratulations to this very talented group of seniors from across the YWKC league on finishing up their high school careers on the volleyball court. Best wishes and good luck as you move on to the next chapter of your stories!

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Important Resources

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Bethune School Use of Funds Plan.pdf
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