🐾🦎 The Zoomobile came to visit! 🦉🐍 Our 3rd graders at Edwardsville Elementary had an unforgettable experience this week as the Zoomobile, featuring animal ambassadors from the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, brought some amazing creatures to the classroom! 🐢🦜 Students explored habitats, adaptations, and the unique ways animals survive in the wild. 🌍✨ Hands-on learning like this makes science come to life! 🔍🐾 A huge thank you to the Zoomobile team for this wild adventure!
🎶🎤 Join us for a night of music and unity! 🎶🎤
Tonight we’re celebrating Music in Our Schools Month with our annual district-wide choir concert! Featuring talented singers from BSE, DRE, EDW, CMS, and BSHS, this special evening showcases the power of music to bring us together. Our program includes selections from Grease, hymns, spirituals, folk songs, contemporary choral pieces, and world music that inspire connection and joy.
📍 Braves Fieldhouse/PE Center
🕕 6:00 PM
Come support our incredible students and experience an unforgettable night of music! 🎶✨
🚨🚨 UPDATE: School Canceled Today – March 5th 🚨🚨 Due to worsening road conditions, we are no longer able to proceed with a two-hour delay—all schools will be closed today. The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. After further evaluation, it has become clear that travel conditions are unsafe. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Student leaders from Clark Middle School visited 5th graders across USD 204 to help them prepare for their big transition to 6th grade! 🎒✨ They shared advice, answered questions, and gave a sneak peek into what middle school life is all about. 🏫👏 Adding to the excitement, the middle school's famous furry friends, Remi and LuLu, who serve as School Companion Dogs, joined the visit, bringing plenty of tail wags and comfort along the way! 🐶
🚨 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!
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.
🎉👏 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/
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!
📢 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.
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, there will be no school today, January 10th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
Despite the hard work of our district crews and city officials, some of our parking lots, sidewalks, and many side streets remain unsafe for students and staff to return. Out of an abundance of caution, there will be no school tomorrow, January 8th. This extra time will allow road conditions to continue improving and give crews the opportunity to ensure the areas around our facilities are safe for everyone.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
🚨 Weather Update 🚨
We are excited to kick off the second semester and welcome everyone back, but safety comes first! Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, there will be no school tomorrow, January 7th. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!
❄️ Winter Break begins tomorrow, December 20th for all USD 204 students. School resumes on Tuesday, January 7th. Wishing everyone a joyful and safe break! See you in the new year, BRAVES! 🎉
