🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Due to extreme cold temperatures and the associated safety concerns, there will be no school Thursday, February 20th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Due to ongoing inclement weather and the continued potential for hazardous road conditions, there will be no school Wednesday, February 19th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
📢 Date Change Alert! 📢
Due to inclement weather, the Instrument Petting Zoo has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 25th from 6:00 - 7:30 PM in the Clark Middle School Band Room! 🎶
This hands-on event is perfect for current 5th grade students interested in joining band. They’ll have the chance to try out different instruments with guidance from our teaching staff to find the perfect fit! 🎷🥁🎺
If your student can’t attend but still wants to join, contact Ms. Irvin at irvinj@usd204.net. We can’t wait to help our future musicians get started! 🎵✨
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Due to forecasted inclement weather and the potential for hazardous road conditions, there will be no school Tuesday, February 18th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Due to forecasted inclement weather and the potential for hazardous road conditions, there will be no school Wednesday, February 12th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
🎉🎈 100 DAYS SMARTER! 🎈🎉 Edwardsville Elementary kindergarten and first grade students celebrated a big milestone yesterday—the 100th Day of School! 🏫✨ From counting to crafting, they had a blast with fun-filled activities all day long. Just look at these adorable "100-year-old" students who dressed up to celebrate! 👵🧓🤣 They sure made this milestone extra special. Way to go, young learners -- Keep up the amazing work!
📚✨ Mrs. Snyder's middle school ELA class made vocabulary practice fun with a hands-on game using words from "A Long Walk to Water"! Students matched pictures to definitions, then teamed up to unscramble letter tiles and spell the words. Great teamwork, great learning, and lots of fun!
We will be on a two-hour delayed start today, February 5th, due to morning road conditions.
On the adjusted schedule, elementary schools will start at 10:30 AM, while secondary schools (CMS & BSHS) will begin at 9:45 AM.
At McDaniel Preschool Center, there will be no AM half-day classes, with full-day classes starting at 10:15 AM, and PM half-day classes following their normal schedule.
Head Start will also begin at 10:15 AM.
Buses will run two hours late, and breakfast will not be served.
Y Care will not operate during morning programs, but will run in the afternoon.
USD 204 is proud to celebrate our amazing educators in partnership with the Bonner Springs Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce! 🌟 For the month of January, we recognized Shannon Pederson from Head Start as the Teacher of the Month! 🎉
Shannon has been a dedicated staff member in USD 204 since November 2021, serving as a Head Start preschool teaching assistant. Throughout her time in the district, she has been a nurturing and supportive presence for our youngest learners, helping to lay a strong foundation for their educational journey.
For Shannon, education was a natural transition after working with her own children at home. “After having kids of my own and working with them on their learning, it just felt right to step into an education setting with younger kids—and it has been perfect.”
The most rewarding part of her day? The love and hugs she receives from her preschool students. “Teaching preschool-aged kids is so rewarding, and they remind me of that every day!”
Teaching in USD 204 is special for Shannon, not only because she works with such dedicated educators but also because of her personal connection. “My kids started attending the district before I worked here, and we have always loved it. The teachers and staff truly invest in their students and meet them where they are.”
Shannon also appreciates the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville community for its welcoming spirit. “I grew up in a small rural town in South Dakota, so moving here and finding that same small-town feel—with the bonus of being close to the city—has been really special.”
Shannon was honored at the January Chamber luncheon, where she received her Teacher of the Month award. A big thank you to our local businesses and community supporters for recognizing our educators and fostering strong connections between our schools and community. 🎉
Bonner Springs High School freshmen spent time gaining invaluable lifesaving skills and are now officially CPR certified through the American Heart Association! 🏥🫀 From chest compressions to emergency response, they’re prepared to make a difference when it matters most. Way to go, BRAVES! 👏
Last chance to shop KC gear and support BSHS! Student Council is selling 'red KC gear' as a fundraiser. Follow the link to shop, the store will close at noon on Wednesday, January 29th. Orders will be delivered to your school by Wed, Feb. 5th. https://bshsafcchamps2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
🎉👏 Way to go, EDW BRAVES! 👏🎉 Our amazing Edwardsville Elementary second-grade students have been working hard and were recognized with certificates for reaching their personal i-Ready winter goals in reading and math!
Celebrate a Win for the Chiefs and support our BRAVES! 🎉 Shop KC Gear by Jan. 29th ❤️💛 Huge congrats to our KC Chiefs for winning the AFC Championship to earn their spot in the SUPER BOWL! Bonner Springs High School Student Council is selling 'red KC gear' as a fundraiser! Click the link below to shop, the store will close at noon on Wednesday, January 29th. Orders will be delivered to your school by Wed, Feb. 5th. https://bshsafcchamps2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
🎙️ In the latest episode of Talk 204, Superintendent Moulin chats with Olliea Jarrett—community leader, former USD 204 Board of Education member, and 2025 Bonner Springs High School Hall of Fame inductee! 🏆 Olliea shares how her teachers and peers shaped her purpose, the importance of giving back, and her family’s lasting legacy in Bonner Springs. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about leadership, education, and the power of connection! LISTEN NOW wherever you get your podcasts! You can also follow this link to hear episode 2: https://rss.com/podcasts/talk204/1862271/
Clark Middle School recently hosted a Spelling Bee where all participants worked hard and showed great sportsmanship! Congratulations to our finalists: 8th Grade - 1st Place Gabe Creed and Runner-Up Valeria Villa; 7th Grade - 1st Place Elijah Campbell and Runner-Up Lillian Wood; and 6th Grade - 1st Place Michael Del Real with Runner-Ups Nani'lei Rivers and Dylan Torres Soto. Great job, CMS spellers! 🐝✨
January is School Board Recognition Month, a great opportunity to say thank you to the USD 204 Board of Education who are committed to the success of every student in our community. Our board of education includes Jennifer McConico (President), Angie Thomas (Vice President), Kim Beets, Dave Pierce, Ashley Razak, Chris Russell, and Jeff Tinberg. These seven community leaders volunteer hundreds of hours attending meetings, reading reports and discussing plans and programs to support educational achievement. Thank you BOE!
We’re so proud of Bonner Springs High School’s own Mr. Mellick for his work as part of the Kansas Teacher of the Year team! This school year, the team has traveled across the state, sharing their experiences, advocating for education, and inspiring the next generation of teachers. During a recent visit to MidAmerica Nazarene University, the team shared how they hope to make a lasting impact in the world of education.🎓 LINK: https://bit.ly/3Wq5Y0h
What a turnout! 200 people joined us for Chilingo Night at Bonner Springs Elementary! 🎉 A huge shoutout to our second-grade teachers for winning the chili cook-off 🏆 and to our amazing kitchen staff for the delicious cinnamon rolls and chili! 🍲✨ Thanks to everyone who made the evening a success—what a fantastic way to bring our school community together! 🧡
📢 REMINDER: No school for students on Monday, January 20th! Please plan to join us for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at First Christian Church in Bonner Springs (148 N. Nettleton Ave.) starting at 1 PM. 🎶 Enjoy performances from our talented CMS Choir, inspiring presentations from our BSHS Diversity Ambassadors, and more! Classes resume on Tuesday, January 21st.
If you are the parent of an 8th-grader or a current high school student, we invite you to join us this evening to learn more about the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Bonner Springs High School. Stop by the B-TEC between 6:00-7:30 PM to explore a wide range of hands-on programs designed to equip students with valuable skills, real-world experience, and a pathway to a thriving future. From health sciences to technology, culinary arts, and trades, CTE programs offer something for everyone. Discover how these programs can help students chart a path to college, career, and beyond! We hope to see you there!
