At the September 8th Board of Education meeting, Hilary Koehn from the Kansas Parents as Teachers Association and Lisa Williams from the Kansas Office of Early Childhood presented Melissa Lewis with the 2026 Parent Educator of the Year award!

Koehn said, "For more than 11 years, Melissa has been the heart of the USD 204 Parents As Teachers program as the Parent Educator. As the sole parent educator serving in this community, she has carried an incredible responsibility with consistency, compassion, and a genuine commitment to families, and it shows!

Over those years, Melissa has touched the lives of hundreds of families building relationships, one home visit at a time, and has helped parents feel confident as their first and most important teacher."

Congratulations, Melissa!

Find out more about USD 204 Parents as Teachers on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/parents-as-teachers

about 18 hours ago, USD 204
A woman speaks at a podium in a meeting room. Four people stand behind her. A screen and monitor are on the wall.
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Join us Friday evening for the first BSHS home football game vs. Eudora to celebrate our first responders and military personnel on Patriot Day!

Free game admission with military or first responders badge/ID!
1 day ago, USD 204
Red poster with white text. Text reads "Patriot Day Celebration" and "September 11 at 7 PM". Includes activities and free game admission.
Yesterday, Clark Middle School 8th grade scientists worked on accuracy and precision in a measurement lab in Mrs. Schneider's classes!
5 days ago, USD 204
Two boys stand before a whiteboard in a classroom, one holding papers and a microphone.
Several individuals are performing a chemistry experiment in a classroom. One is pouring liquid into a beaker.
A woman in a gray shirt and pink hair braids prepares a chemistry experiment in a classroom.
Students examine test tubes with colored liquids at a laboratory sink, with one holding a pen.
A person is standing at a sink, pouring water from a bottle into a clear measuring cup.
Two people are working in a room, one sitting and the other standing. They are writing on papers.
A student at a desk, using a pipette to fill a graduated cylinder with liquid.
Three individuals in a hallway. One examines papers on a table while the others look on.
A person stands in a kitchen, pointing at a paper towel dispenser while others are behind him.
Clark Middle School has officially launched clay in the pottery room!

Yesterday, students in Mrs. Letzig's Pottery class learned how to prepare their clay by wedging to revoke air bubbles and to get a consistent moisture content throughout their clay, and today built on that skill!

Seven students were able to successfully mold their first pinch pot, and the rest of the class will attempt their pinch pot tomorrow!
8 days ago, USD 204
Several students in aprons work at a table, one holding a bowl and another a small object.
Round clay pieces are on a table. One reads "REV". There is a clear container holding objects nearby.
A woman in a black apron stands at a table in a classroom, working with materials.
USD 204 is looking for special education paras, a full- or part-time IT technician, percussion instructor at BSHS, Head Start lead instructor, transportation drivers and subs and an Orange Crush sponsor at BSHS!

Apply on our website at usd204.net (click on CAREERS at the top of the page)!
8 days ago, USD 204
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USD 204 is looking for Kitchen Staff Substitutes!

A kitchen sub would be on-call for any school who needs help on a specific day or even a couple days/week depending on the need. Times could range from a 7 am start to a 10 am start, with the day finishing by 3 pm at the latest.

If you are interested, apply now on Opaa!'s website: https://apply.jobappnetwork.com/clients/21072/posting/10847982/en?category=Hourly&keywordsFilter=&state=Kansas&utm_source=jobappnetwork.com
8 days ago, USD 204
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USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service at our beginning of year Convocation event, and there was one special 30 year recognition this year!

Rick Moulin - Superintendent

Mr. Moulin has committed three decades of leadership and dedication to USD 204! He has made a lasting impact on students, staff, families, the community, and has helped shape the district culture into what it is today!

Congratulations, Mr. Moulin, and thank you for 30 years of service!
9 days ago, USD 204
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HOT 103 JAMZ has Bonner Springs @ Wyandotte as the potential game of the week this Friday!

Vote for Bonner Springs @ Wyandotte and the game with the most votes wins: https://www.kprs.com/gameoftheweek/
9 days ago, USD 204
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USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service at our beginning of year Convocation event!

Please join us in congratulating the following for their 25 years of service with the district:

Kelli Carr - BSE
Jenny Myers - BSHS
Sharon Painter - BSE
Kyle Razak - CMS

USD 204 proudly recognizes and celebrates these educators who have reached 25 years of service. Their dedication, commitment, and lasting impact on students, staff, and the school community are truly remarkable.
9 days ago, USD 204
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USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service at our beginning of year Convocation event!

Please join us in congratulating the following for their 20 years of service with USD 204:

Christy Amon - DRE
Don Cooley - CMS
Laura Council - BSE
Heather Marmon - BSHS
Dr. Leticia Porter - District Office

Celebrating 20 years of service is a big deal, and we honor these staff members whose commitment and passion have made a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community. We are grateful for their two decades of dedication to USD 204!
12 days ago, USD 204
Five people stand on stage holding certificates. Behind them, a screen displays milestones and years of service.
USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service at our beginning of year Convocation event!

Please join us in congratulating the following for their 15 years of service with USD 204:

Kim Bolewski - McDanield
Jan Madlock - BSHS
Becky Miller - Transportation
Heidi Timmons - DRE

This remarkable milestone honors dedication, loyalty, and lasting contributions that have helped shape the success of USD 204 students. We proudly recognize and thank them for 15 years of commitment!
14 days ago, USD 204
Three individuals stand on a stage, holding certificates, with a screen behind them displaying milestones for 15 years of service.
At Convocation on August 6th, USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service!

Please join us in congratulating the following for their 10 years of service with USD 204:

Megan Alexander - District Office
Tina Ashford - BSHS
Carmen Carrillo - EDW
Robert Chestnut - DRE
Brian Clark - DRE
Abbey Connor - CMS
Matt Dunning - BSHS
Laurie Fisher - EDW
Stacy Fletcher - DRE
Jeff Gibbens - BSHS
Kathleen Johnson - BSE
Heather McCormick - BSHS
Lindsay McCracken - BSHS
Rachel Walker - McDanield
Stacy Wheatcroft - CMS

We thank these staff members for 10 incredible years of dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment. Their hard work has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful to have them as part of the USD 204 team!
15 days ago, USD 204
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At Convocation on August 6th, USD 204 recognized staff members celebrating milestones in their years of service!

Please join us in congratulating the following for their five years of service with USD 204:
Christina Anderson - BSHS
Amanda Burns - BSHS
Michelle Clary - McDanield/BSE
Marshall Conn - CMS
Gina Daley - Transportation
Cal Harris - CMS
Caspian Jarboe - DRE
Kendall Lee - EDW
Stephanie Nickell - BSHS
Chelsea Parr - District Nurse
Shannon Pederson - Head Start
Jessica Schneider - CMS
Angie Turner - BSHS
Gaby Villa - Head Start

We thank these staff members for their commitment to USD 204 over the past five years - we are grateful for all they do for students and are proud to celebrate this milestone with them!
15 days ago, USD 204
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USD 204 teachers are using Apptegy Rooms to communicate with parents and guardians, so be on the lookout!

Download the USD 204 app and learn more about rooms here: https://www.usd204.net/page/rooms-support

Sign in with your phone number or email address, set your notifications, receive school alerts and messages from your child's teacher, and privately message back all from the USD 204 app!

21 days ago, USD 204
A guide with steps on how to access a communication app for schools, featuring icons, instructions, and a pink background.
The Board Beat from the August 17 USD 204 Board of Education meeting is now online: https://aptg.co/bhcP4n
22 days ago, USD 204
A flyer shows a meeting date, agenda, and summary of projects for the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Board.
Students in Mrs. Schneider's science classes at Clark Middle School participated in a bubble lab yesterday to explore core physical science concepts like surface tension, molecular polarity, evaporation, and minimal surface geometry!
22 days ago, USD 204
A student in a classroom is using a dropper to pour a substance on a table.
Three women in a classroom setting, two working on a lab table, one observing and using a pen.
Two boys, one in red and one in black, blow bubbles with wands at a table. Behind them is a classroom with a bulletin board.
A child is blowing bubbles at a table, standing near a bowl of water. A sink and a chair are in the background.
Woman seated at a table with a large, colorful bubble in the foreground and a small container with blue liquid on the table.
Two individuals in blue gloves work together at a table, one pouring a liquid into a black container.
A student wearing glasses and a black sweatshirt uses a cigarette lighter to manipulate a transparent sphere on a table.
Students engage in a science experiment, seated at desks with lab equipment, in a classroom.
A man in a classroom wearing gloves and a black shirt is holding a pipette.
Two boys in a classroom, seated at a table with a ball on it, interacting with objects.
Congratulations to McDanield Preschool Principal Mrs. Clary on receiving the 2026 Whelan Award for Learning from The University of Kansas Department of Special Education Recognition & Dissemination Committee!

The award recognizes her exceptional commitment to collaboration and her unwavering dedication to ensuring that our youngest learners have the highest-quality educational opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive.

Mrs. Clary's collective efforts have made a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and educators across the region! Way to go!
23 days ago, USD 204
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We are so excited to have students back - we've had a great first two days! See you Monday!
27 days ago, USD 204
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A school bus is open and children are inside. A girl in glasses stands in front of the bus.
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A man with long hair and a watch walks beside a line of children. The children walk past tables.
A classroom with students seated on a carpeted floor. A person stands in front of a screen. Shelves filled with books and green foliage on the ceiling.
Three people stand on stage in front of an audience, with a large screen displaying the message "Welcome to Bonner Springs High School."
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28 days ago, USD 204
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We're excited to introduce the newest members of the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville School District to our community! Join us in giving our new staff members a warm welcome as they begin their journey with us. Their passion and expertise will positively impact our students each day!

Welcome, Ms. McBratney!
28 days ago, USD 204
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