Good luck to the Jr High at Flinthills today!
5 months ago, Troy Babcock
JH

Just a reminder about the Famous Kansan Wax Museum by our fourth grade classes.

5 months ago, Tanna Redenbaugh
4th grade

PTO is sending home order forms for the Lion shirts. There was a lot of interest from parents to purchase extra shirts. Order forms and payment must be turned into the elementary office no later than May 4th.

5 months ago, Tanna Redenbaugh
PTO shirts
On Wednesday 04/22 the Bluestem FFA traveled to Newton High School to compete in the 2026 Freshman Ag Mechanics contest. The two freshman competitors completed a safety test, a welding test, tool identification, metal bandsaw part identification and a problem solving test. A big congratulations to both competitors on their success, as Kooper Wiseman placed 3rd and received a new Miller Electric welding hood and a bronze medal, and Cole Myers placed 18th out of 125 competitors and received a baseball cap. Great job everyone!
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
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Blakely Jones and Brody Baker both won average buckles this weekend at Dodge City’s rodeo. Blakely also won the All Around! Congrats!!! 🤠
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
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State Solo and Small Ensemble Festival Results! 🎷🎺🎻 Congratulations to all of the musicians participating in the State Solo/Small Ensemble Festival on Saturday, April 25th at Kansas Wesleyan University! Students earning an Outstanding 1 Rating: Zola Batson, Vocal Solo Keira Poston, Flute Solo Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo Trinity Hughes, Alto Sax Solo Evan Neal, Clarinet Solo Bluestem Senior Woodwind Duet: Evyn Neal and Samantha Winn Students Earning an Excellent 2 Rating: Samantha Winn, Flute Solo Brooke Trent, Flute 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 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 A special thank you to Randy for driving the bus and to Lisa Neas our accompanist!
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
BJSHS Track & Field Spotlight: Madison Worrell
5 months ago, Troy Babcock
MW
Track Athlete of the week
5 months ago, Joe Burgardt
Jr
Today for Lunch:

Option 1: Rattlesnake Pasta

Options 2: BBQ Pork on a bun

Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar


Congratulations to all of the musicians participating in the State Solo/Small Ensemble Festival on Saturday, April 25th at Kansas Wesleyan University!

Students earning an Outstanding 1 Rating:
Zola Batson, Vocal Solo
Keira Poston, Flute Solo
Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo
Trinity Hughes, Alto Sax Solo
Evan Neal, Clarinet Solo
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Duet: Evyn Neal and Samantha Winn

Students Earning an Excellent 2 Rating:
Samantha Winn, Flute Solo
Brooke Trent, Flute Solo
Bluestem Woodwind Ensemble
Bluestem Trombone Ensemble
Bluestem Brass Ensemble
Bluestem Senior Woodwind Quartet


There will be a volleyball meeting today during Character Ed for anyone interested in playing volleyball next year. The meeting will be in the commons.


NHS meeting in Mr. Day’s room during Character Ed.

If you would like to become an FFA officer, the applications are in Mr. Guynn’s and Ms. Depenbusch’s classrooms. Applications are due next Monday May 4th.

If you’re interested in being a STUCO Rep or STUCO officer next year, please talk to Mrs. Pryce today!

FFA members are selling hog raffle tickets for the chance for 4 people to win ¼ of a hog. Tickets need to be turned in to Mr. Guynn and Ms. Depenbusch today. We will be drawing the 4 winners on Wednesday!


5 months ago, Kristi Knapp
Weekly Schedule
5 months ago, Joe Burgardt
4/27
We want to honor our senior, Noah Couey on his enlistment in the United States Army today! 🇺🇸
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
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Be sure to tell these music students to "break-a-leg" at state this Saturday! Congrats to all music state qualifiers! State is at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina KS!
5 months ago, Bluestem Band
2026 Music State Qualifiers
Good luck to the BHS Track & Field Team as they compete at Norwich today!
*Note: The meet time has been adjusted to begin at 12:00.
5 months ago, Troy Babcock
KD
Seniors! Come join us for the Senior Sunset! May 13th from 7pm-10pm 🌅
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
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Today for Lunch:

Option 1: Pepperoni Pizza

Options 2: Triple Jalapeno Chicken Sandwich w/roasted potato wedges

Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar




If you were not able to attend the High School Football meeting on Monday, please stop by and see Mr. Baker.

If you would like to become an FFA officer, the applications are in Mr. Guynn’s and Ms. Depenbusch’s classrooms.

If you’re interested in being a STUCO Rep or STUCO officer next year, please talk to Mrs. Pryce today!

FFA members are selling hog raffle tickets for the chance for 4 people to win ¼ of a hog. Tickets need to be turned in to Mr. Guynn and Ms. Depenbusch next week.

5 months ago, Kristi Knapp
PTO Carnival is coming soon! Donations needed for the Cake Walk!
5 months ago, Tanna Redenbaugh
Cakewalk
Today for Lunch:

Option 1: Chicken Patty

Options 2: Breaded beef fingers sweet potato fries

Option 3: Garden Fresh salad bar




If you were not able to attend the High School Football meeting on Monday, please stop by and see Mr. Baker.

If you would like to become an FFA officer, the applications are in Mr. Guynn’s and Ms. Depenbusch’s classrooms.

If you’re interested in being a STUCO Rep or STUCO officer next year, please talk to Mrs. Pryce today!

FFA members are selling hog raffle tickets for the chance for 4 people to win ¼ of a hog. Tickets need to be turned in to Mr. Guynn and Ms. Depenbusch next week.


5 months ago, Kristi Knapp
Join the Bluestem Fishing Team! Contact msmithson@usd205.com with any questions! 🐟
5 months ago, Madison Zorn
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Don't miss out on the memories! Yearbooks are on sale now at Bluestem Elementary for $18.00.
5 months ago, Tanna Redenbaugh
Yearbook

It's just around the corner! We are looking forward to another great year of Summer Weights! Please use the following link to get registered: https://forms.gle/51MtmqwMAtLS8aEo9

5 months ago, Troy Babcock
sw