🎒📚 Kindergarten Information Night is almost here! Families of incoming kindergarteners—mark your calendars for Tuesday, April 22nd from 6:00–7:00 PM! If your child will be 5 years old on or before August 31st, 2025, this night is especially for you. Join us at the elementary school your child will attend for the 2025-26 school year to get all the details you need to start this exciting journey!
📍 Bonner Springs Elementary (212 S Neconi Ave, Bonner Springs)
📍 Delaware Ridge Elementary (1601 N 130th St, Kansas City)
📍 Edwardsville Elementary (1700 S 104th St, Edwardsville)
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to the Early Childhood Carnival! It was a fantastic evening full of games, laughter, and learning under the big top! We are so proud of our incredible USD 204 Early Childhood staff and Parents as Teachers team for putting together such a fun and engaging event for our littlest learners and their families. 🌟❤️
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/
Don't forget! Tonight! Spread the word to families looking for preschool and early childhood options for next year.
We turned this area in to a place to dig. It was a big hit!
Before the break, we had a special pajama day and story-time in honor of Dr. Seuss. We even had a surprise guest: Cat in the Hat!
🎪🎉 Step right up for a night of fun and learning! 🎉🎪
Join us for the Early Childhood Carnival — a FREE event for families with children from birth to age 5! Come enjoy face painting, carnival games, snacks, resources, preschool information, and more!
📅 Thursday, April 3
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Clark Middle School Auxiliary Gym
420 N. Bluegrass, Bonner Springs
We hope to see you there!
Remember, tomorrow is pajama day! We will have a special story time with Ms. Leslie from the library and a special guest: Cat in the Hat!
🚨🚨 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.
Parents as Teacher's Miss Melissa let us play with some of her special blocks today!
Our biggest game of 🦆 🦆 🪿 yet! We are so happy to be outside again!
Flash Back Friday! Last week we had our 100th day of school and Friendship Party! We had so much fun! 🤩
🚨 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!
🚨 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!
What a Red Friday! Go Chiefs! ❤️💛
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. 🎉
Watching Ms. Jeri shovel the playground was the highlight of this morning's recess! 😂
