5th and 6th grade science classrooms are about to get a high-energy boost! On October 6th, Mrs. Burden, 6th-grade science, and Mrs. Jones, 5th-grade science, attended the specialized Science of Energy professional development workshop in Wichita.
The interactive training session is part of a long-standing national partnership between the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project and Phillips 66. Designed to equip teachers with cutting-edge STEM resources, the workshop focuses on translating complex energy concepts into exciting, hands-on classroom experiences.
Following their training, both Mrs. Burden and Mrs. Jones walked away with their own comprehensive, free classroom energy kits. Packed with specialized scientific equipment and state-standard-aligned curriculums, these kits will allow their 5th and 6th-grade students to dive directly into interactive experiments exploring energy transformations and how it powers our world.
With their new tools in hand, these teachers are ready to spark curiosity, fuel scientific discovery, and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders right here at Bluestem Elementary.
The interactive training session is part of a long-standing national partnership between the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project and Phillips 66. Designed to equip teachers with cutting-edge STEM resources, the workshop focuses on translating complex energy concepts into exciting, hands-on classroom experiences.
Following their training, both Mrs. Burden and Mrs. Jones walked away with their own comprehensive, free classroom energy kits. Packed with specialized scientific equipment and state-standard-aligned curriculums, these kits will allow their 5th and 6th-grade students to dive directly into interactive experiments exploring energy transformations and how it powers our world.
With their new tools in hand, these teachers are ready to spark curiosity, fuel scientific discovery, and inspire the next generation of STEM leaders right here at Bluestem Elementary.
The HS Girls Basketball team store will be available to shop merch until Nov 18th! Use this link to access it! 🏀 🦁
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/Lg9fA9zoEM
Don't forget about the Blood Drive happening on November 9th!
It will be held at the Bluestem Central Office!
Times are available to schedule from 9 am to 3 pm.
Please schedule your appointment here:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time?zipSponsor=67074&driveType=all
It will be held at the Bluestem Central Office!
Times are available to schedule from 9 am to 3 pm.
Please schedule your appointment here:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time?zipSponsor=67074&driveType=all
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Super Nachos
Option 2: Tenders w/garlic toast
Option 3: Salad bar
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood or platelets! You could be the reason someone gets the help they need. Sign up for the November 9th NHS Blood Drive! Students 16 and older can donate, but 16-year-olds need signed parental consent. See an NHS member to reserve your spot!
Juniors–turn in your candy bar money to Mrs. Winter. Respond to the Google form for prom theme by the end of the day Tuesday. It’s in your email.
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Today is our school-wide mock election! The polls will be open in the commons before school, during lunch, and after school. All students under the age of 18 are eligible to vote. Come down and make your voice heard!
If you are missing any jewelry, please see Officer Klenda to claim it.
Option 1: Super Nachos
Option 2: Tenders w/garlic toast
Option 3: Salad bar
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood or platelets! You could be the reason someone gets the help they need. Sign up for the November 9th NHS Blood Drive! Students 16 and older can donate, but 16-year-olds need signed parental consent. See an NHS member to reserve your spot!
Juniors–turn in your candy bar money to Mrs. Winter. Respond to the Google form for prom theme by the end of the day Tuesday. It’s in your email.
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Today is our school-wide mock election! The polls will be open in the commons before school, during lunch, and after school. All students under the age of 18 are eligible to vote. Come down and make your voice heard!
If you are missing any jewelry, please see Officer Klenda to claim it.
Coach Babcock will be hosting off-season conditioning for anyone 7-12th this week after school from 4-4:30. All are welcome!
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Fried Rice w/Egg Roll
Option 2: Corn Dog
Option 3: Salad bar
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Any Junior student that missed the ACT WorkKeys last Wednesday can make it up tomorrow. Please talk to Mr. Williams in the SSC if you wish to makeup the WorkKeys.
Juniors–turn in your candy bar money to Mrs. Winter. Respond to the Google form for prom theme by the end of the day Tuesday. It’s in your email.
There will be a Fall and Winter Cheer meeting in Mrs. Biddle’s room during Character Ed today.
All members of the Scholars Bowl are requested to attend practice today after school in Mr. Adelson’s room.
MS Girls Basketball starts tonight - Practice will be at the Elementary gym until 5:45.
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Tomorrow is our school-wide mock election! The polls will be open in the commons before school, during lunch, and after school. All students under the age of 18 are eligible to vote. Come down and make your voice heard!
High School football player- Equipment check in today after school in the locker room.
If you are missing any jewelry, please see Officer Klenda to claim it.
From Ms. Janssen-Thanks to all of the Middle School Students who came to the dance! We had a ton of fun and I was so happy with the turnout and the fantastic behavior of students! Congratulation to Reagan
JH/HS Weekly Activities 11/2-11/7
Mon:
JH Girls Wrestling at Independence --3:30pm
Tues:
JH Boys Wrestling at Burlington --3:30pm
Thurs:
JH Boys and Girls Wrestling at Fredonia TVL --3:30pm
Sat:
Band and Choir at Goddard --8:00am
Mon:
JH Girls Wrestling at Independence --3:30pm
Tues:
JH Boys Wrestling at Burlington --3:30pm
Thurs:
JH Boys and Girls Wrestling at Fredonia TVL --3:30pm
Sat:
Band and Choir at Goddard --8:00am
REMINDER, Middle school girls basketball practice starts tomorrow right after school. Practice this week will be at the Elementary gym till 5:45pm. If girls don't have their physicals yet they will need that before they can start practicing.
This afternoon Reagan Neal represented Bluestem well at the State cross country meet in Wamego. Reagan took home a 4th place finish with a time of 19:45. We’re proud of you Reagan!
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Pizza Bar
Option 2: Cheeseburger
Option 3: Salad bar
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Any Junior student that missed the ACT WorkKeys on Wednesday can make it up next Tuesday, November 3rd. Please talk to Mr. Williams in the SSC if you wish to makeup the WorkKeys.
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Option 1: Pizza Bar
Option 2: Cheeseburger
Option 3: Salad bar
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Any Junior student that missed the ACT WorkKeys on Wednesday can make it up next Tuesday, November 3rd. Please talk to Mr. Williams in the SSC if you wish to makeup the WorkKeys.
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Bluestem Elementary Halloween Parade and Parties are October 29th. The parade will begin at 2:30. Students will parade through the building, out the west door and around the sidewalk to the east doors. Parents please line up in the parking lots. In inclement weather the students will parade through the gym. The parties will begin after the parade.
Halloween Celebrations at BES!
HS Boys Basketball will have a meeting at 7:30am tomorrow in the HS Gym. Anyone interested in playing should plan to attend.
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Patty
Option 2: Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Option 3: Salad bar
ALL students needing to go to their cars during the school day need an admin approval & escort to take you to your car.
Sophomores, today we will be traveling to Hutchinson for the Career Fair. You will report to the Commons at 8am.
Seniors, you will not be attending school today, but instead will be doing a Job Shadow or a Campus Visit or Community Service. Please submit your signed form to Mrs. Hamblin on Thursday.
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Option 1: Chicken Patty
Option 2: Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Option 3: Salad bar
ALL students needing to go to their cars during the school day need an admin approval & escort to take you to your car.
Sophomores, today we will be traveling to Hutchinson for the Career Fair. You will report to the Commons at 8am.
Seniors, you will not be attending school today, but instead will be doing a Job Shadow or a Campus Visit or Community Service. Please submit your signed form to Mrs. Hamblin on Thursday.
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
The Bluestem Bass team travelled to Wilson Reservoir this past weekend. There were around 50 teams from around the state competing, and we are proud of our teams.
In the Junior division, Saturday, the team of Tripp Moxley and Tucker Taylor weighed in their first tournament fish ever- a 3.82-pound largemouth, finishing 8th place. They followed that up with two fish on Sunday for a weight of 4.18 pounds, landing them in 6th place. They picked up some great points towards qualifying for the State Championship tournament in May.
The team of Chase Phillips and Mason Baker also competed both days, losing some heartbreaking catches at the boat's edge.
Our high school team of Janelle Smithson and Keylin Ahlers also competed both days. While Saturday they did not weigh in a fish they learned a lot and Sunday they caught at 4.23 pound smallmouth. It was also their first tournament fish as well! That fish tied for 3rd Big Bass of the day and landed them in 11th place overall.
Our fall tournament season is complete, and we will pick back up in April with the last 3 tournaments and then the State Championship tournament.
In the Junior division, Saturday, the team of Tripp Moxley and Tucker Taylor weighed in their first tournament fish ever- a 3.82-pound largemouth, finishing 8th place. They followed that up with two fish on Sunday for a weight of 4.18 pounds, landing them in 6th place. They picked up some great points towards qualifying for the State Championship tournament in May.
The team of Chase Phillips and Mason Baker also competed both days, losing some heartbreaking catches at the boat's edge.
Our high school team of Janelle Smithson and Keylin Ahlers also competed both days. While Saturday they did not weigh in a fish they learned a lot and Sunday they caught at 4.23 pound smallmouth. It was also their first tournament fish as well! That fish tied for 3rd Big Bass of the day and landed them in 11th place overall.
Our fall tournament season is complete, and we will pick back up in April with the last 3 tournaments and then the State Championship tournament.
We are hosting another fundraiser night at Panda Express on Saturday, October, 31st! Make Halloween night easy by picking up food instead of cooking!
Be sure to show this flyer if ordering in person or use this code {3866082} when ordering online or in the Panda app!
10:30am - 9:30pm
Store# 3655
2672 N Greenwich Ct.
Be sure to show this flyer if ordering in person or use this code {3866082} when ordering online or in the Panda app!
10:30am - 9:30pm
Store# 3655
2672 N Greenwich Ct.
Good Morning,
Today is Tuesday
October 27th, 2026
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Nachos
Option 2: Tenders w/garlic toast
Option 3: Salad bar
ALL students needing to go to their cars during the school day need an admin approval & escort to take you to your car.
Sophomores, on Wednesday we will be traveling to Hutchinson for the Career Fair. You will report to the Commons at 8am.
Seniors, on Wednesday you will not be attending school, but instead will be doing a Job Shadow or a Campus Visit or Community Service. Please submit your signed form to Mrs. Hamblin on Thursday.
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Electronic devices should now be put away. Make sure all electronic devices are turned off and put away and not used until the 3:55 bell.
Please stand for the pledge of allegiance.
Joke of the Day: ___
How bad were the fish’s grades?
They were below sea level.
Today is Tuesday
October 27th, 2026
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Nachos
Option 2: Tenders w/garlic toast
Option 3: Salad bar
ALL students needing to go to their cars during the school day need an admin approval & escort to take you to your car.
Sophomores, on Wednesday we will be traveling to Hutchinson for the Career Fair. You will report to the Commons at 8am.
Seniors, on Wednesday you will not be attending school, but instead will be doing a Job Shadow or a Campus Visit or Community Service. Please submit your signed form to Mrs. Hamblin on Thursday.
Juniors, if you would like help selling your candy bars, bring your box to Mrs. Winter. Money should be turned in by Monday.
FFA is selling Blue and Gold Meat. The order forms are due on November 4th.
Help Us Save Lives! Did you know one blood donation can help save up to THREE lives? Bluestem National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive on November 9th from 9 AM–3 PM at the Central Office! Students 16 and older and all eligible staff are encouraged to sign up! 16-year-olds must have a signed parental consent form. See an NHS member to get signed up!
Girls! Do you want to show your NFL skills? Boys, do you want to bring the energy and pump up the crowd with some cheers? Powderpuff football for high school students will take place November 11th at 7:30pm at the football field. There will be one team per grade for 9-12 students. Boys, if you are interested in being a Powderpuff cheerleader and girls if you are interested in playing some football, the sign up sheet is outside of Mrs. Pryce’s room. Have questions? Let Mrs. Pryce know! Sign up by November 5th!
High School Basketball Boys- There will be a meeting with Coaches Thursday at 7 am in the commons. If you are interested in playing please be at the meeting.
Electronic devices should now be put away. Make sure all electronic devices are turned off and put away and not used until the 3:55 bell.
Please stand for the pledge of allegiance.
Joke of the Day: ___
How bad were the fish’s grades?
They were below sea level.
Our week 9 Varsity football game will be held at Hays against Thomas More Prep Marian on Thursday, Oct. 29th at 7 pm.
The Lions travelled to Wabaunsee High School for their Sub-State cross country meet. Reagan Neal finished as Sub-State runner-up and will move on to the State meet next week in Wamego! She finished with a time of 20:04. We are proud of all of our runners for their accomplishments and efforts this season.
