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Excellence isn’t just a goal in Blue Valley Schools — it’s who we are. Across our schools, you'll find moments of discovery, connection and inspiration. These are the moments that show why Blue Valley stands among the best school districts in the country. 📚🌱💙
At the heart of our schools are exceptional students solving real-world problems, exemplary staff sparking curiosity and supportive communities coming together in partnership. It’s a celebration of the people and passion behind our mission to cultivate lifelong learners prepared to navigate their future with purpose.
As we continue to move forward guided by our strategic plan, what’s ahead reflects the spirit of Blue Valley — a place where learning is meaningful, belonging is real and educators are empowered to help every student shine.
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Our Champions of Learning 2026 special publication has arrived! 💫📚🏆️
Discover how Blue Valley students are achieving excellence and preparing for their future with purpose. From strong academic foundations and exceptional learning experiences to achievement and growth, explore the results that reflect our students' success and what it means to be champions of learning.
🔗 To explore the full special publication online, visit tinyurl.com/BV-COL26.
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In the 2027 Niche rankings, all Blue Valley elementary, middle and high schools eligible to be ranked placed among the top 10% of best schools in Kansas at their respective levels! 💫💙🏆️
These honors reflect the commitment of our students, staff, families and community to cultivating lifelong learners prepared to navigate their future with purpose. Together, we continue advancing academic excellence and creating exceptional student experiences across all grade levels.
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ALT "Top 10% Best Schools in Kansas" with "2027 Niche Best Schools" ribbon and "Blue Valley Schools" logo.
"It's a lot of vocational skills. It's a lot of communication, obviously, some math thrown in there. Operational job skills using the point of sale system." — Anna Porter, @MustangsBvn teacher 🍨💙💫
Through a partnership with The Golden Scoop, students at Blue Valley North are gaining valuable real-world experience while developing essential skills! These hands-on learning opportunities empower students to build confidence and prepare for their futures.
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An update from Superintendent Dr. Gillian Chapman on Blue Valley Schools’ budget and planned reductions.
🔗: tinyurl.com/BV-BudgetUpdate
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Blue Valley Schools is planning strategically for a strong and sustainable future.
As the district plans for the years ahead, Blue Valley remains focused on responsible financial decisions that support student success and protect the strong educational experience our community values. Declining enrollment, rising costs and school funding are among the factors shaping that work and the decisions ahead.
🎥: tinyurl.com/BVBudgetUpdate
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Remember to please continue to contact the district or your school/building through the email addresses and phone numbers listed on our website if you have questions or need assistance.
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Beginning July 1, 2026, Kansas House Bill 2299 requires school districts to limit social media to one-way communication with students. The same legislation also established Kansas' new student cell phone requirements.
Because district employees may not engage with students through social media, and because it is not always possible to determine whether an account belongs to a current student, official Blue Valley Schools and school/building social media accounts will no longer respond to direct messages or comment-based conversations.
Please continue to contact the district or your school/building through the email addresses and phone numbers listed on our website if you need assistance.
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"What a gift to have a specially designed facility where kids' hopes and dreams can grow and flourish. It’s such a thoughtfully designed school centered around team collaboration." — Dr. Gillian Chapman, Blue Valley Schools superintendent 💙💫🌱
For Wolf Springs Middle students, the start of the school year marked more than the opening of a new school. It was the beginning of a new community, where students are creating traditions, making memories and shaping their school's identity for years to come!
🔗 To learn more about the innovative learning spaces at the district's newest middle school and read the full Blue Valley Today: Fall 2026 issue online, visit tinyurl.com/BVFall2026.
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ALT A Wolf Springs Middle student walking inside and being greeted by the WSM Coyote mascot.
ALT Wolf Springs Middle commons with "The Coyote Creed" on the wall.
ALT Wolf Springs Middle students opening their school lockers.
ALT Wolf Springs Middle gym.
During National Principals Month, we celebrate our exemplary school leaders across the district! 💙🌟👥
Your exceptional leadership and hard work foster supportive school communities where our students and staff feel valued, inspired and empowered to thrive. We're grateful for the heart and commitment you bring to Blue Valley schools each day!
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ALT Blue Valley high school administrators smiling together outside.
ALT Blue Valley middle school administrators smiling together outside.
ALT Blue Valley elementary school administrators smiling together inside.
During National High School Activities Month, we celebrate Blue Valley Schools' recognition among the top 1% of best school districts for athletes in Kansas in the 2027 Niche rankings! 🏆️💙💫
This honor reflects the hard work and passion of our exceptional student-athletes, along with the leadership and support of our exemplary coaches and sponsors. Their collective dedication continues to strengthen the district's tradition of excellence across athletics and activities.
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ALT "Top 1% Best School District for Athletes in Kansas" with "2027 Niche Best Schools" ribbon and "Blue Valley Schools" logo.
Are you a high school graduate who is registered to vote? If you'll be away from home this fall — whether you're at college, have started a new job or serving in the military — don't forget to make a plan to vote.
If you won't be home for the November 3 Kansas General Election, you may request an advance-by-mail ballot to be sent to your current address. For more information, visit the Johnson County Election Office website: jocoelection.org
Important dates:
🔹 October 14: Advance-by-mail ballots begin mailing
🔹 November 3: General Election Day
As a public school district, Blue Valley Schools shares election information to help our community stay informed about elections that may affect public education and our schools.
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📸: Johnson County, KS Government
ALT Johnson County (KS) Election Office sign with "Vote Here" and arrow pointing to a building.
During our October Board of Education meeting, students and staff were celebrated for their recent achievements:
📚️ Overland Trail Elementary's Jill Bartram was recognized at the BOE meeting with an Excellence in Education Award.
🏐 Blue Valley West’s Peyton Kubik and the USA Volleyball team won gold at the 2026 NORCECA Women's U23 Pan American Cup.
🏆️ Blue Valley High’s Jason Dolezal received a $1,000 classroom grant after being nominated by a former student.
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📸: NORCECA/USA Volleyball
ALT Overland Trail Elementary's Jill Bartram holding an Excellence in Education Award, standing and smiling with district leadership and OTE principal.
ALT Blue Valley West’s Peyton Kubik and USA Volleyball team smiling together at the 2026 NORCECA Women's U23 Pan American Cup.
ALT Blue Valley High's Jason Dolezal smiling with class during classroom grant presentation.
🏈 Blue Valley North’s Blake Mudd was named the Kansas High School Coach of the Week for week five of the 2026 football season by the Kansas City Chiefs.
💫 Blue Valley Northwest's Eric Cohen was recognized at the BOE meeting with a Distinguished Service Award.
🔗 To discover all the latest Blue Valley celebrations, visit tinyurl.com/BVCelebrations-2….
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📸: Chiefs Next Generation
ALT Blue Valley North’s Blake Mudd smiling outside with commemorative football and plaque.
ALT Blue Valley Northwest's Eric Cohen holding a Distinguished Service Award, standing and smiling with district leadership.
"What I love most is the people I get to work with every day. It truly takes a team to make everything come together, and I’m very thankful for my team and all the hard work they put in each day. We support each other, work together through busy days and share the same goal of taking care of our students. Seeing our students smile and knowing that, as a team, we can make a positive difference in their school day is what makes this job so meaningful to me." — GaGa Yu, Pleasant Ridge Middle/Cedar Hills Elementary food services manager 🩵
During National School Lunch Week, we celebrate our exemplary Blue Valley Food and Nutrition Services staff like GaGa! Your exceptional hard work and commitment to providing healthy, delicious meals make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and staff.
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ALT Pleasant Ridge Middle/Cedar Hills Elementary's GaGa Yu smiling.
ALT Pleasant Ridge Middle/Cedar Hills Elementary's GaGa Yu smiling together with four Food and Nutrition Services staff members in a school kitchen.
ALT Pleasant Ridge Middle/Cedar Hills Elementary's GaGa Yu working on lunch in a school kitchen.
Join us tonight for our first Community Connections of the 2026-27 school year:
📅 October 14
🕠️ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Blue Valley District Office Board Room
🔗 To learn more, visit bluevalleyk12.org/communityc….
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Community Connections give Blue Valley community members an opportunity to engage with our Board of Education members in a less formal roundtable format, allowing for meaningful conversations about topics of interest in the community.
Join us for our first Community Connections of the 2026-27 school year:
📅 Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026
🕠️ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Blue Valley District Office Board Room (15020 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS 66223)
A sign-up is available for patrons who have questions for board members, but no sign-up is required to attend: tinyurl.com/BV-CCBOE. To learn more, visit bluevalleyk12.org/communityc….
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ALT "BV Community Connections" event - Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 5:30 pm, Blue Valley District Office with Blue Valley Schools logo.
“Knowing that Blue Valley believed in me and invested in my future makes me even more committed to investing in my students. I want them to know that someone believes in them, sees their potential and is willing to help them reach it.” — Kim Woirhaye-Reid, Blue Valley North special education teacher 💙🏆️🌱
Since 2023, Blue Valley and the Blue Valley Educational Foundation (BVEF) have partnered to cultivate the next generation of special education teachers by investing in paraprofessionals already making a difference in our schools. Through BVEF scholarships, dedicated staff members like Kim have opportunities to grow their careers within Blue Valley while continuing to make a meaningful impact on the students they serve!
🔗 To discover how this partnership is opening doors for aspiring Blue Valley educators and read the full Blue Valley Today: Fall 2026 issue online, visit tinyurl.com/BVFall2026.
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ALT Blue Valley North's Kimberly Woirhaye-Reid smiling in a classroom.
ALT Blue Valley North's Kimberly Woirhaye-Reid teaching in a classroom.
Wolf Springs Middle wasn't just designed for students: It was designed with students! 🐺🩵🐾
The sights and sounds from last month's dedication at @WSMCoyotes captured the excitement as students, staff and families celebrated. It was a special day welcoming a new space for learning, connection and memorable student experiences!
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We're proud to announce Aspen Grove Elementary's Megan Hawks and Blue Valley Center for Advanced Professional Studies’ Miles Riley as our nominees for the 2028 Kansas Teacher of the Year award! 🏆💙💫
The Kansas State Department of Education award program honors exemplary classroom educators with five or more years of experience who are leaders in improving schools, student performance and the teaching profession. Hawks, a first grade teacher for the Foxes, has been with Blue Valley Schools since 2025. Riley, an engineering teacher, has been with the district since 2013.
The enthusiasm and support from their colleagues during last Friday's surprise announcements were truly inspiring. Congratulations to Megan and Miles on this well-deserved honor!
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ALT Aspen Grove Elementary's Megan Hawks smiling.
ALT Blue Valley CAPS’ Miles Riley smiling.
ALT Aspen Grove Elementary's Megan Hawks being surprised with the district’s 2028 Kansas Teacher of the Year elementary honor.
ALT Blue Valley CAPS’ Miles Riley being surprised with the district’s 2028 Kansas Teacher of the Year secondary honor.
We're proud to announce Morse Elementary and Timber Creek Elementary’s Michele Martinek and Blue Valley North's John Holloway as our nominees for the 2027 Kansas Master Teacher award! 💫💙🏆
The award program, established by Emporia State University in 1954, recognizes excellence in seven Kansas educators each year. Martinek, an elementary student services consultant for the Marksmen and Colts, has been with the district since 2010. Holloway, a science teacher for the Mustangs, has been with Blue Valley Schools since 1995.
The support and excitement from their students and colleagues during last Thursday's surprise announcements were truly heartwarming. Congratulations to Michele and John on this well-deserved honor!
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ALT Morse Elementary and Timber Creek Elementary’s Michele Martinek smiling in a classroom.
ALT Blue Valley North's John Holloway smiling with balloons in a classroom.
ALT Morse Elementary and Timber Creek Elementary’s Michele Martinek being surprised with the district’s 2027 Kansas Master Teacher elementary honor.
ALT Blue Valley North's John Holloway being surprised with the district’s 2027 Kansas Master Teacher secondary honor.
Join us tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. for our regularly scheduled October Board of Education meeting at the Blue Valley district office.
🔗 Meeting agenda: tinyurl.com/BV-BOE-Agenda
🔗 Livestream: tinyurl.com/BV229BOE
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ALT "Board of Education October Meeting" with Blue Valley Schools logo.
Blue Valley Schools is planning strategically for a strong and sustainable future.
As the district plans for the years ahead, Blue Valley remains focused on responsible financial decisions that support student success and protect the strong educational experience our community values. Declining enrollment, rising costs and school funding are among the factors shaping that work and the decisions ahead.
🎥: tinyurl.com/BVBudgetUpdate
#CultivatingBV #ChampionsOfLearning
Remember to please continue to contact the district or your school/building through the email addresses and phone numbers listed on our website if you have questions or need assistance.
🔗: xitter.cf/bvschools/status/20724…
#CultivatingBV
Beginning July 1, 2026, Kansas House Bill 2299 requires school districts to limit social media to one-way communication with students. The same legislation also established Kansas' new student cell phone requirements.
Because district employees may not engage with students through social media, and because it is not always possible to determine whether an account belongs to a current student, official Blue Valley Schools and school/building social media accounts will no longer respond to direct messages or comment-based conversations.
Please continue to contact the district or your school/building through the email addresses and phone numbers listed on our website if you need assistance.
#BVTogether
ALT "Social Media Update” with Blue Valley Schools logo.