Congratulations to:
Luis Picazo
Drew Bragg
Logan Scott
Braelyn Morris
It will be a week-long event with an opening ceremony, competitions, and closing ceremony. The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games will bring together 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, 10,000 volunteers, and 75,000 fans from all 50 states.
Through the power of sports and inclusion, the Special Olympics USA Games will spark a change that transforms lives, communities, and the world.
But they need your help! Every donation brings Team Kansas one step closer to making their dreams a reality!
Thank you for believing in TEAM KANSAS athletes and supporting inclusion in sports:
https://charity.pledgeit.org/2026usaunifiedsoccer
Join us this summer at Bonner Springs High School and Edwardsville Community Center for summer meals! Meals are FREE for kids 18 years and younger in the USD 204 community!
BSHS - 100 McDanield St. (Bonner Springs)
June 1st - July 31st (Mon-Fri - closed July 3)
Breakfast: 7:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Edwardsville Community Center - 696 S. 3rd St. (Edwardsville)
June 1st - July 31st (Mon-Fri - closed June 4 & 18, July 2, 3, & 16)
Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
All meals are dine-in only, adult meals may be purchased for $6/each.
Pick yours up this summer in the BSHS Office between Mondays - Thursdays from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Call first to confirm we have yours - 913.667.8150!
Congratulations to our May Students of the Month! These students demonstrated the BRAVE character trait of EXCELLENCE.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16VqjUcWWNwdT1Tk1rnIzw54PGT00jS3f?usp=sharing
Bring your Chromebook and Charger to school on Monday, May 18th!
ART CLUB FIELD TRIP RECAP!
Our Art Club creators took a deep dive into the world of texture, color, and sensory art today at the Rainbow Slime Company!
From the moment we walked in, inspiration was everywhere. Our talented students got to:
Explore the Interactive Slime Exhibit: A total sensory playground filled with giant slime installations, satisfying ASMR stations, and vibrant, glowing colors. It was an incredible look at how art, science, and play connect!
Visit the Slime Lab: Every student stepped up to the creation station to design, mix, and customize their very own personal slime. From choosing the perfect scent and color palette to adding glitter and charms, they brought their unique artistic visions to life.
The best part? Everyone got to pack up their custom creations to take home! Let’s just say the bus ride back was very stretchy and colorful.
A huge thank you to Rainbow Slime Company for hosting us and inspiring our young artists to think outside the canvas. Check out some of our favorite moments from the day below!
#ArtClub #FieldTrip #RainbowSlimeCo #SensoryArt #CreativityInAction #ProudArtTeacher #HandsOnLearning
Our top readers were Loralei Hurd, Ava Ledgerwood, and taking the top spot with an impressive 13,280 pages read, Caroline Shald!
We also had an outstanding group of graphic novel readers. Dante Everette earned 3rd place, and there was a very close race for 1st place — Christian Sweet read 27 books, while Roxanne Lowe finished on top with an incredible 30 books read in just 3 months!
We hope you enjoyed the books! Keep reading and have a wonderful summer!
Students at CMS have been actively participating in Reader’s Challenges! Congratulations to the top Spellie Games participants: Arianna Laub, Teagan Schneider, Maggie Congleton, Janice Chapman, and Shelby Wissman. Together, these students played an impressive total of 1,910 Spellie Games while practicing countless vocabulary words.
Join us this afternoon for the Students vs. Staff Softball Game fundraiser that will be held TODAY, May 13th at 3:30 p.m.!
$5 entry for BSHS baseball and softball teams! Concessions will be available!
After collecting pop tabs to support families staying at the house, students had the opportunity to donate them in person and tour the entire facility. Seeing firsthand how the house provides comfort, care, and a home-away-from-home for families with hospitalized children made this experience even more meaningful.
We are so proud of our students for giving back to the community and representing our school so well! #FCCLA #ServiceLeadership #RonaldMcDonaldHouse #CommunityMatters
FreeRice is an educational trivia game that helps students learn while making a global impact. Every correct answer earns 10 grains of rice for the World Food Programme, supporting its mission to save and improve lives around the world.
Congratulations to our top FreeRice participants:
Lillian Bateson
Abby Lopez
Sophia Rodriguez
Paul Young
Roxanne Lowe
Congratulations to Braelyn Morris - Salutatorian:
Braelyn Morris plans to attend a four-year college, where she will major in psychology, child development, or pre-occupational therapy, though she is still deciding on her final path. During high school, she has been highly involved in a wide range of activities, including volleyball, wrestling, unified bowling, unified soccer, soccer, powerlifting, Orange Crush Chieftain, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Student Council, Youth Lead KC, and serving as a Diversity Ambassador.
Reflecting on those who have supported her journey, Braelyn shares, “I would like to thank my family for always loving and supporting me through all of my endeavors, along with all of the teachers and coaches who have helped me to grow along the way.”
Livestream tonight's Graduation ceremony starting at 7 p.m. at bravesbroadcast.live!
Catch the Graduation Livestream tomorrow night at 7 p.m. at bravesbroadcast.live!
Congratulations to Addison Vogel - Valedictorian:
Addison Vogel plans to attend St. Cloud State University, where she will continue her athletic career in track and field. Throughout high school, she has been deeply involved in a wide range of activities, including volleyball, wrestling, powerlifting, soccer, track, National Honor Society, Diversity Ambassadors, Kay Club, and serving as Student Council President and an Orange Crush Chieftain.
Reflecting on her journey, Addison shares, “I want to thank my mom and Coach Mays for always encouraging me to be confident in myself and pushing me to become better.”
During Teacher Appreciation Week, our staff added some extra fun with “secret underground spirit days” throughout the week! Students were curious and excited as teachers showed up participating in surprise themed days without any announcements. Staff members represented their grade levels with coordinated colors, got creative for “Anything But a Cup” day, stayed cozy during Pajama Day, traveled back in time for Throwback Thursday, and wrapped up the fun in athletic wear. The mystery and enthusiasm brought lots of smiles, laughter, and community spirit to our building all week long!
Each month, the Chamber recognizes a teacher for their outstanding service, but this month, they recognized an integral part of our school district - our Transportation Director, Debbie Elmer.
Mrs. Elmer has demonstrated a passion for the students and the district she serves for the last 41 years!
Over the last 41 years, Mrs. Debbie Elmer has exemplified excellence, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our school district as a bus driver and then eventually as Director of Transportation. Through changing times and numerous challenges, her leadership has ensured the safe and reliable transportation of literally GENERATIONS of students.
Debbie’s professionalism, knowledge of all things transportation, and tireless dedication to USD 204 has set a high standard - not only for our district, but for the profession itself! It’s no exaggeration to say she’s been the best at what she does, and we are incredibly fortunate to have benefitted from her dedication for so many years.
Mrs. Elmer will be retiring at the end of June, and we want to wish her all the best. Congratulations, Debbie Elmer, USD 204 Transportation Director, on being recognized as the May Chamber of Commerce School Staff Member of the Month!
