PTO has Texas Roadhouse Rolls for sale. Flyers went home today. $10.00 a dozen! First come, first served!!
Home Track Meet
All physicals must be signed and completed by parents and students before April 9th. Plan ahead and get the forms from the office today.
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Scrambled eggs and french toast sticks
Options 2: cheeseburger w/tater tots
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/Italian bread
Out of district Prom forms are now available in the office. Be sure to get it returned to Officer Klenda by April 6th!
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary- Mechanical bull, Sumo wrestlers, an obstacle course and great food are just some of the incredible things happening that evening!
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
High school STUCO, there will be a meeting Wednesday during character ed to take a group photo for the yearbook. Please meet in Mrs. Pryce’s room.
Congratulations to the following students whose artworks were entered into the 2026 Coutts Museum High School Student Art Showcase and Contest:
Sydney Baker
Zane Caillouet
Olivia Beason
Margaret Crafton
Savannah Marvin
Brecken Tullis
Kaden Keil
Lily Hartman
Cali Young
Merek Crenshaw
Mia Cortez
Katelynn Billings
Ava Cherry
Elsie Lamphier
Addison Earnest
Janelle Smithson
The show will run for three weeks and can be viewed anytime the museum is open - free of charge. There will be a reception for awards this Saturday from noon to 3. The reception is a come-and-go as you please event.
Congratulations to all of the musicians participating in the Regional Solo/Small Ensemble Festival on Saturday, March 28th at Butler Community College!
Students earning a Good 3 Rating
Kamiya Davis, Viola Solo
Students earning an Excellent 2 Rating
Sophia Ballard, Trumpet Solo
Arya Lamb, Flute Solo
Jacob House, Snare Drum Solo
Sami Owens, Clarinet Solo
Hailey Riead, Clarinet Solo
Lora Davis, Clarinet Solo
Regan Herold, Trombone Solo
Tyler Topper, Baritone Solo
Andrew Follett, Snare Drum Solo
Gunner Greer, Trombone Solo
Jayla Wakefield, Trumpet Solo
Students earning an Outstanding 1 rating and advancing to State on April 25th!
Zola Batson, Vocal Solo
Brooke Trent, Flute Solo
Samantha Winn, Flute Solo
Kiera Poston, Flute Solo
Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo
Trinity Hughes, Alto Sax Solo
Evan Neal, Clarinet Solo
Bluestem Woodwind Ensemble: Alivia Jimenez, Arya Lamb, Raina Maness, Brooke Trent, Samantha Winn, Jaycee Adam’s, Lora Davis, Evyn Neal, Samantha Owen’s, Hailey Riead, Kiera Poston, Trinity Hughes, Cassandra Keeler
Bluestem Trombone Ensemble:
Emmett Brice, Jaxson Caywood, Gunner Greer, Regan Herold, Tony Lindahl, Brogan Merriman, Koa Willhite
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Duet:
Evyn Neal, Samantha Winn
Bluestem Brass Ensemble:
Sophia Ballard, Emmett Brice, Whitney Going, Gunner Greer, Regan Herold, Hunter Lies, Tony Lindahl, Brogan Merriman, Tyler Topper, Brooke Trent, Jayla Wakefield, Koa Willhite, Isaiah Wright
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Quartet:
Evyn Neal, Sami Owen’s, Brooke Trent, Samantha Winn
Option 1: Scrambled eggs and french toast sticks
Options 2: cheeseburger w/tater tots
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/Italian bread
Out of district Prom forms are now available in the office. Be sure to get it returned to Officer Klenda by April 6th!
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary- Mechanical bull, Sumo wrestlers, an obstacle course and great food are just some of the incredible things happening that evening!
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
High school STUCO, there will be a meeting Wednesday during character ed to take a group photo for the yearbook. Please meet in Mrs. Pryce’s room.
Congratulations to the following students whose artworks were entered into the 2026 Coutts Museum High School Student Art Showcase and Contest:
Sydney Baker
Zane Caillouet
Olivia Beason
Margaret Crafton
Savannah Marvin
Brecken Tullis
Kaden Keil
Lily Hartman
Cali Young
Merek Crenshaw
Mia Cortez
Katelynn Billings
Ava Cherry
Elsie Lamphier
Addison Earnest
Janelle Smithson
The show will run for three weeks and can be viewed anytime the museum is open - free of charge. There will be a reception for awards this Saturday from noon to 3. The reception is a come-and-go as you please event.
Congratulations to all of the musicians participating in the Regional Solo/Small Ensemble Festival on Saturday, March 28th at Butler Community College!
Students earning a Good 3 Rating
Kamiya Davis, Viola Solo
Students earning an Excellent 2 Rating
Sophia Ballard, Trumpet Solo
Arya Lamb, Flute Solo
Jacob House, Snare Drum Solo
Sami Owens, Clarinet Solo
Hailey Riead, Clarinet Solo
Lora Davis, Clarinet Solo
Regan Herold, Trombone Solo
Tyler Topper, Baritone Solo
Andrew Follett, Snare Drum Solo
Gunner Greer, Trombone Solo
Jayla Wakefield, Trumpet Solo
Students earning an Outstanding 1 rating and advancing to State on April 25th!
Zola Batson, Vocal Solo
Brooke Trent, Flute Solo
Samantha Winn, Flute Solo
Kiera Poston, Flute Solo
Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo
Trinity Hughes, Alto Sax Solo
Evan Neal, Clarinet Solo
Bluestem Woodwind Ensemble: Alivia Jimenez, Arya Lamb, Raina Maness, Brooke Trent, Samantha Winn, Jaycee Adam’s, Lora Davis, Evyn Neal, Samantha Owen’s, Hailey Riead, Kiera Poston, Trinity Hughes, Cassandra Keeler
Bluestem Trombone Ensemble:
Emmett Brice, Jaxson Caywood, Gunner Greer, Regan Herold, Tony Lindahl, Brogan Merriman, Koa Willhite
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Duet:
Evyn Neal, Samantha Winn
Bluestem Brass Ensemble:
Sophia Ballard, Emmett Brice, Whitney Going, Gunner Greer, Regan Herold, Hunter Lies, Tony Lindahl, Brogan Merriman, Tyler Topper, Brooke Trent, Jayla Wakefield, Koa Willhite, Isaiah Wright
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Quartet:
Evyn Neal, Sami Owen’s, Brooke Trent, Samantha Winn
Wish the Band luck as they participate in Regionals today! Regional Music will take place at Butler Community College. The festivities begin at 8 a.m., however many students have individual times for performances. Performances will be located in the 700 Building. 🎺 🎻 🎷
Track 3/30-4/3
USD 205 has been awarded $122,496 by the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program. The funds will be used to install ZeroEyes, an AI-powered firearm detection system, on all 176 security cameras throughout the main campus, football field, transportation department, and the Bluestem Mercantile. Additional information on the software will be provided in a future issue of the Bluestem Briefings. Please be aware that this Friday morning, March 27th at 8:00 am. ZeroEyes Technical Programmers will begin calibrating the system with the use of airsoft rifles and pistols on and around district property. Local law enforcement has been notified to alleviate any false reports.
The 2A State Powerlifting at Royal Valley HS in Hoyt, KS on Saturday, the 28th. We have 13 Boys and 5 Girls competing. Wish them luck!
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Glazed Wings with Queso
Options 2: Hot Dog or burrito or sloppy joe
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/focaccia bread
Freshman! We have a concession stand tomorrow for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
Out of district Prom forms are now available in the office. Be sure to get it returned by March 6th!
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary- Mechanical bull, Sumo wrestlers, an obstacle course and great food are just some of the incredible things happening that evening!
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
Option 1: Glazed Wings with Queso
Options 2: Hot Dog or burrito or sloppy joe
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/focaccia bread
Freshman! We have a concession stand tomorrow for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
Out of district Prom forms are now available in the office. Be sure to get it returned by March 6th!
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary- Mechanical bull, Sumo wrestlers, an obstacle course and great food are just some of the incredible things happening that evening!
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
Don't miss out on our annual spring plant sale at Bluestem Elementary. Orders are due before the end of the day on Thursday, March 26th. Calls will be made to set up appointments to pick up your plants.
To participate in this school activity, students must have attended Remediation Day if required based on the student handbook.
Join us tomorrow for the first HOME games of the season! ⚾️🥎 🦁
Here is the Bluestem Shooting Sports Schedule!
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Patty w/hot roll
Options 2: Sloppy Joe
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/hot roll
Freshman! We have a concession stand this Thursday for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
Sophomores-Please see Dr. Rierson to sign up for the April 7th, April 14th, and May 14th concession stands.
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary-
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
State Powerlifters need to weigh in today before the end of the day. (Wednesday).
We are on activity schedule for a pep rally this afternoon.
Option 1: Chicken Patty w/hot roll
Options 2: Sloppy Joe
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/hot roll
Freshman! We have a concession stand this Thursday for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
Sophomores-Please see Dr. Rierson to sign up for the April 7th, April 14th, and May 14th concession stands.
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
After Prom will be at Bluestem Elementary-
Sign in will be 11-11:30 and ends at 2am
If you are attending after prom you MUST sign up to attend in the office before Thursday April 10th.
If you are bringing a guest they MUST be signed up as well.
If you do not show up by 11:30 your parents will be called.
State Powerlifters need to weigh in today before the end of the day. (Wednesday).
We are on activity schedule for a pep rally this afternoon.
The high school winter sports banquet is tomorrow night at 6 pm in the high school auditorium!
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Smothered Burrito
Options 2: Buffalo Chicken Bites w/garlic toast
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/focaccia bread
Freshman! We have a concession stand this Thursday for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
Sophomores-Please see Dr. Rierson to sign up for the April 7th, April 14th, and May 14th concession stands.
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
Option 1: Smothered Burrito
Options 2: Buffalo Chicken Bites w/garlic toast
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/focaccia bread
Freshman! We have a concession stand this Thursday for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
Sophomores-Please see Dr. Rierson to sign up for the April 7th, April 14th, and May 14th concession stands.
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
Reminder: Don't miss out on our beautiful plants! Plant sale orders are due Thursday, March 26th. Ag t-shirt orders are also due on March 26th. Thank you for supporting Ag in the Classroom!
📣Bluestem Jr/Sr High students!!! Get ready for the spring pep rally on Wednesday! 🌼🦁💙
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Alfredo w/Italian Bread
Options 2: Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese
Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar w/Italian Bread
Freshman! We have a concession stand this Thursday for the Home Baseball and Softball Games. Please sign up outside of Ms.Keith’s room to help work!
Sophomores-Please see Dr. Rierson to sign up for the April 7th, April 14th, and May 14th concession stands.
Junior class prom committee meeting today during CE in Mrs. Winter’s room.
The Bluestem Shooting Team begins official practices this Sunday, March 29th. Members should check their team reach app regularly for information about schedules & signing up for practice time slots. Contact coaches with your questions.
Bluestem FFA is doing a fundraiser with Wichita Thunder Hockey! There are posters in the hallways with a QR code you can scan to buy your tickets for this Friday March 27th. $5 from every ticket purchased will be donated to the Bluestem FFA Chapter.
If anyone would like any trash bags from the Track team, please let me know. Today is the last day to get your order in. We have 15, 39 and 55 gal options. $12 a roll. You can email at jburgardt@usd205.com.