
8th Grade Girls Track placed 2nd at the CMS Invitational on April 15th! Congratulations!


Congratulations to our March students of the month! These students demonstrated the BRAVE character trait of ACCOUNTABILITY.


Take a look at our last Book Buddy group of the school year. The kids had so much fun getting to know and work with students at McDanield; all while practicing their reading techniques and fluency!









REMINDER: There will be no school for all USD 204 students on Friday, April 18th. Access the full Academic Calendar on the website to stay up to date on all important dates and schedule changes for the remainder of the school year. 🔗https://bit.ly/4faUYdv


Part 2: Today in science we dissected frogs for our body systems lab! Students have been working hard learning about the muscular, skeletal, digestive, and respiratory systems in preparation. Students got to identify over 10 organs and see the parallels between frog and human anatomy first hand!






Today in 7th grade science, we dissected frogs for our body systems lab! Students have been working hard learning about the muscular, skeletal, digestive, and respiratory systems in preparation. Students got to identify over 10 organs and see the parallels between frog and human anatomy first hand!









💪 BONNER SPRINGS SUMMER STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
June 2nd – July 24th
📍 Bonner Springs Weight Room & Fieldhouse
(No sessions June 27 – July 7)
💥 High School Athletes (Grades 9–12):
HS Boys: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
HS Girls: 8:15 AM – 9:45 AM
⚡ Middle School (Grades 7–8):
MS Boys: 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
MS Girls: 8:15 AM – 9:15 AM
🔥 Upper Elementary (Grades 5–6):
Boys & Girls: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
🦾 Get faster, stronger, and better this summer — with dedicated sessions for every age group!
🌟 YOUTH FUN & FITNESS
Grades K–4 | July 7th – July 31st
🕤 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Bonner Springs Fieldhouse
A fun, active program to keep young kids moving and engaged all summer!


🎙️ In this special episode of Talk 204, Superintendent Moulin sits down with Matt Middleton, 2004 Bonner Springs High School grad and Receivers Coach at Kansas State University. From winning a state wrestling championship and being crowned homecoming king, to coaching on the sidelines of Division I football, Coach Middleton shares the story of his journey, his roots, and the Bonner Springs community that shaped him. This conversation is packed with hometown pride, powerful life lessons, and inspiration for students, athletes, and dreamers alike. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts! 🔗 https://rss.com/podcasts/talk204/1986053/



🎙️ Coming Monday on Talk 204 -- Superintendent Moulin chats with Matt Middleton, K-State Wide Receivers Coach and 2004 BSHS grad. Hear about his journey from Bonner Springs to the Big 12! Stay tuned—you won’t want to miss this inspiring episode! https://rss.com/podcasts/talk204/


Seventh grade science students were tasked to plan, budget, and build human skeletons with recycled materials.







🎉 Last night, USD 204 proudly celebrated Julia Foote, 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Clark Middle School, at the Kansas Teacher of the Year banquet! Julia was among 136 outstanding educators nominated across the state — a true honor and testament to her dedication and impact. We're grateful to have incredible teachers like Julia who inspire excellence and lead the way in education.



In the latest episode of Talk 204, Superintendent Moulin sits down with Bonner Springs High School Head Basketball Coach Drew Gruver for a courtside conversation you won’t want to miss. They dive into the Braves’ incredible season, Coach Gruver’s transition to BSHS, and the culture he’s building on and off the court. From his coaching journey and family life to his thoughts on March Madness, it’s a wide-ranging, inspiring chat about leadership, passion, and the power of team. Lace up and tune in! Available now wherever you get your podcasts or at this link 🔗 https://rss.com/podcasts/talk204/1971862/


6th grade Social Studies classes put on their detective hats this week to try and solve the murder of Julius Caesar. The students investigated by reading 10 different accounts from various sources and took notes on potential suspects. Et tu, Brute?

Save the Date for 8th Grade Celebration! Stay tuned for more details coming in May!


A big congratulations is in order for Mr. Shoemaker and the CMS Tiblow Singers. This past weekend they traveled and performed at the Spring Hill music festival where they received a Superior (1) rating for their performance taking home a plaque recognizing this accomplishment.



Hurry, before they're gone!! Order the CMS 2024-2025 Yearbook today! Use the code: 17284 at yearbookordercenter.com or you can purchase through Skyward.


OPAA did a live demonstration of Rice bowls yesterday at each lunch. Thank you to our amazing Kitchen Staff!!











Hello!
Counselors visited 7th grade Social Studies classes today to talk about next year’s 8th grade elective choices. During this time, 7th grade students received an elective form and information. Please talk about elective choices with your student. Forms need to be turned in to their Social Studies teacher by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Additional forms can be picked up at the CMS office.
Please email craigc@usd204.net or pattersonj@usd204.net with any questions.
Thank you,
Christian Craig & Jacob Patterson
CMS Counselors

Hello!
Counselors visited 6th grade Social Studies classes today to talk about next year’s 7th grade elective choices. During this time, 6th grade students received an elective form and information. Please talk about elective choices with your student. Forms need to be turned in to their Social Studies teacher by Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Additional forms can be picked up at the CMS office.
Please email craigc@usd204.net or pattersonj@usd204.net with any questions.
Thank you,
Christian Craig & Jacob Patterson
CMS Counselors

Clark Middle School staff and students proudly participated in the Spread the Word campaign to promote inclusion, acceptance, and respect for all. 💙 From classroom conversations to school-wide activities, the campaign helps support a culture where every individual feels seen, heard, and celebrated!


