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. Furman!
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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!
Joan Robinson has actually already been in our district for over 10 years as a Speech Language Pathologist, but she is now officially a USD 204 employee, coming from the KCK Special Education Cooperative! Welcome, Mrs. Robinson!
#204BravesPride
USD 204 is part of the National School Meals Program, which means your students may qualify for healthy lunches at reduced prices or even for free! To help make sure kids who qualify receive meals at school, we ask that you fill out the Food Service Application in Skyward Family Access to see if you’re eligible for Child Nutrition Program benefits!
Log into your Skyward Family Access account and click on the tile labeled “Food Service Applications” and fill in the information. We will also need you to sign the “Consent for Disclosure" on the last step if you wish for discounts to be considered for eligible school fees, in addition to meals.
If you have any questions, please contact the District Office at 913.422.5600.
Log into your Skyward Family Access account and click on the tile labeled “Food Service Applications” and fill in the information. We will also need you to sign the “Consent for Disclosure" on the last step if you wish for discounts to be considered for eligible school fees, in addition to meals.
If you have any questions, please contact the District Office at 913.422.5600.
USD 204 students and staff showed up to cheer on the Sporting Unified team today at Swope Park!
Tonight, the team, which includes three BSHS students (Makhai Ezell, Luis Picazo, and Luka Tomasic) will scrimmage during halftime of the Sporting KC game to showcase Unified Sports!
Tonight, the team, which includes three BSHS students (Makhai Ezell, Luis Picazo, and Luka Tomasic) will scrimmage during halftime of the Sporting KC game to showcase Unified Sports!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Contact: Ashley Razak, Director of Communications
Phone: 913.667.8170
Bonner Springs/Edwardsville USD 204 Deploys ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology
PHILADELPHIA, July 16, 2026 -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Kansas School District to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence.
USD 204 serves more than 2,400 Pre-K–12th grade students with 455 staff members across a network of schools in the suburban communities of Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville, including one high school, one middle school, three elementary schools, and two pre-K buildings. ZeroEyes complements the district’s multilayered security plan, which also includes school resource officers (SROs), secured entrances, and close, ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement agencies across all three communities. The district secured funding through the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program, administered by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General, to purchase and implement ZeroEyes.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is at the core of everything we do,” said Lisa Terrell, Director of the Education Foundation & Counseling Services. “The deployment of ZeroEyes is a natural extension of our district’s proactive, layered approach to security, enhancing the strong foundation we’ve built through trusted partnerships with local law enforcement, secure facilities, and dedicated personnel.”
Read more: https://aptg.co/_JbbLZ
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Contact: Ashley Razak, Director of Communications
Phone: 913.667.8170
Bonner Springs/Edwardsville USD 204 Deploys ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology
PHILADELPHIA, July 16, 2026 -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Kansas School District to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence.
USD 204 serves more than 2,400 Pre-K–12th grade students with 455 staff members across a network of schools in the suburban communities of Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville, including one high school, one middle school, three elementary schools, and two pre-K buildings. ZeroEyes complements the district’s multilayered security plan, which also includes school resource officers (SROs), secured entrances, and close, ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement agencies across all three communities. The district secured funding through the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program, administered by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General, to purchase and implement ZeroEyes.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is at the core of everything we do,” said Lisa Terrell, Director of the Education Foundation & Counseling Services. “The deployment of ZeroEyes is a natural extension of our district’s proactive, layered approach to security, enhancing the strong foundation we’ve built through trusted partnerships with local law enforcement, secure facilities, and dedicated personnel.”
Read more: https://aptg.co/_JbbLZ
Returning student online enrollment is NOW OPEN!
Access the form by logging into Skyward Q and clicking on the Returning Family Registration 2026-27 “tile” as circled in red in the attached image. If you have trouble logging in, please contact our USD 204 District Office at 913.422.5600 to resolve any issues.
To submit the enrollment form, you will need proof of residency. A water, gas, or electric bill (PDF or image) is required for form submission. (The water, gas, or electric bill will need to include the legal parent/guardian’s name and address in the image or PDF.)
This year’s enrollment form can also be filled out on a phone or tablet using the Skyward Mobile Access app! Please note that students must be enrolled in Skyward Q in order to see their teacher or view their class schedule before the start of school.
While in Skyward Q, you can fill out the online application for free and reduced-price school meals, and please make sure that you sign the "Consent for Disclosure" on the last step if you wish for discounts to be considered for school fees, as well.
The first day of school this year is August 13th! Schedules/teachers will be posted on August 11th at 3:00 p.m. on Family and Student Access.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the District Office until office staff returns to the school buildings on July 27th.
Just because school is out doesn't mean the work stops! Our USD 204 student athletes continue to show up, put in the effort, and get stronger every day through our Summer Weights program!
From building strength and speed to improving endurance and discipline, these athletes are committed to becoming the best versions of themselves in the off season.
We are proud of the dedication and positive attitude these students bring each day and grateful for the dedication of our coaches to continue this program throughout the summer!
From building strength and speed to improving endurance and discipline, these athletes are committed to becoming the best versions of themselves in the off season.
We are proud of the dedication and positive attitude these students bring each day and grateful for the dedication of our coaches to continue this program throughout the summer!
Regular school attendance is key to academic growth and achievement! Help your student stay on track by planning family vacations during scheduled school breaks (we've listed several opportunities throughout the 2026-2027 school year here)!
Labor Day: 4-day weekend (Sept. 5 - Sept. 8)
Fall Break: 5-day opportunity (Oct. 14* - Oct. 18)
Thanksgiving Break: 9-day opportunity (Nov. 21 - Nov. 29)
Winter Break: 18-day opportunity (Dec. 18 - Jan. 4)
MLK Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Jan. 16 - Jan. 18)
President's Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Feb. 13 - Feb. 15)
Spring Break: 10-day opportunity (March 12* - March 21)
PD Break: 4-day weekend (March 26 - March 29)
April 30: 3-day weekend (April 30 - May 2)
*Denotes P/T Conference dates - we encourage you to schedule a time to meet with your child's teachers if you cannot attend on Oct. 14-15 or March 12.
By traveling during these designated days off, your child won’t miss important classroom instruction. Let’s work together to reduce absences and to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's opportunities!
Labor Day: 4-day weekend (Sept. 5 - Sept. 8)
Fall Break: 5-day opportunity (Oct. 14* - Oct. 18)
Thanksgiving Break: 9-day opportunity (Nov. 21 - Nov. 29)
Winter Break: 18-day opportunity (Dec. 18 - Jan. 4)
MLK Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Jan. 16 - Jan. 18)
President's Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Feb. 13 - Feb. 15)
Spring Break: 10-day opportunity (March 12* - March 21)
PD Break: 4-day weekend (March 26 - March 29)
April 30: 3-day weekend (April 30 - May 2)
*Denotes P/T Conference dates - we encourage you to schedule a time to meet with your child's teachers if you cannot attend on Oct. 14-15 or March 12.
By traveling during these designated days off, your child won’t miss important classroom instruction. Let’s work together to reduce absences and to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's opportunities!
The BSHS Office has many diplomas (new and old) that have not been picked up after graduations - dating all the way back to 1980!
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!
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!
Today was a big day here at Head Start! We had our end of year program where we sing songs, give out awards, and send our future kindergarteners off. We also recognized Miss Sandy and Miss Diane as they begin retirement. Have a great summer, Head Start!
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!
Today Head Start walked Oak Street in downtown Bonner Springs. We recently finished our Building Unit and wanted to take a field trip to see the different types of buildings.
We saw workers working on the new apartment building and took a picture in front of one of the murals.
We stopped in to Winkle Berry where they demonstrated their 3D printers and even printed some small buildings for us to take with us and we learned how they make their freeze dried candy.
We also stopped in to CST sweets where we got to sample some toffee, see a demonstration, and walk through their production room!
On our walk back to the bus the owner of Bloom and Gather stopped us to walk through her shop and gave each of the kids a small bouquet to give to their mom's for the Mother's Day.
It was such a lovely day!
The Board Beat for Monday's meeting is now available online:
https://bonnerspringsedusdks.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/about-us/boe/board-beat/25298948
https://bonnerspringsedusdks.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/about-us/boe/board-beat/25298948
Last Friday Head Start attended our annual Wheels Wheels Wheels and family picnic event at Lion's Park. So many amazing community members showed up with their "wheels" to show the kids. It is always such a fun time!
Head Start had some surprise guest readers today!
Mr. Moulin and State Championship Basketball Players Kelan Gruver, Prince Donnell, and Corey Rolfe, Jr. visited Head Start to read "All By Myself" by Mercer Mayer.
Need help buying food for your children when school is out for summer?
Learn how the Kansas SUN Bucks program can help you!
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will get a one-time benefit of $120 per year for each eligible child to help buy groceries during the summer months. Children who get SUN Bucks can still participate in other summer meal programs. Receiving SUN Bucks will not affect children or families’ immigration status.
Applications are now being accepted for SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2026. Benefits will not be issued until summer 2026. Some households may be automatically eligible and will receive a letter from DCF after January 2026 regarding SUN Bucks eligibility. Other households can create a DCF Self-Service Portal account or use your existing login to apply before 5 p.m. on August 31, 2026.
The USD 204 Preschool Information Night will take place tomorrow night, Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Delaware Ridge Elementary, Head Start, and McDanield Learning Center! If you have a child who is 4 years of age on or before August 31, 2026, you may want him/her to attend one of our three preschool programs!
If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at:
USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126
Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE
PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970
No-fee preschool
PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828
No-fee preschool
Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff!
We hope to see you there!
If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at:
USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126
Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE
PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970
No-fee preschool
PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828
No-fee preschool
Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff!
We hope to see you there!
Miss Leslie from the Bonner Springs library usually comes to us but the weather was so nice yesterday that we walked to her! Miss Sandy had to take a picture with their resident Big Foot before we left!
