Congratulations to these fantastic young men on breaking school records in their respective weight classes. Noah Couey broke the Squat record previously held by Zach Medley (2013), Chevy Hoffman broke the Dead Lift record held by Caden Seadorf (2022), and Axton Vice broke the Bench Press record previously held by older brother Laythan Vice (2022). Keep up the great work!! #LionPride
Congrats to Malachi and Tucker on making all district for football! Proud of these young men.
Bluestem Family, we have had very valid questions and concerns today over a potential act of violence towards our district. It was stated that the situation was addressed, which is accurate. Due to the nature of it involving students, much of the information is confidential. As stated before, Administration was informed yesterday evening of potential violence at our high school by a current student. The Butler County Sheriff's office was notified and they promptly took over the investigation which proved to be an unsubstantiated claim. There was never any threat for our students or staff. A majority of the information being spread on social media is completely false. Our district will continue to focus on the safety of our students.
The wrestling teams will not practice today. Junior High Boys and Girls basketball will not practice tonight either. High School Basketball Boys and Girls will practice.
Bluestem family, there has been information on the social media of a threat of violence at our district. Your children's safety is our first priority. That threat was addressed yesterday evening by administration and law enforcement.
BES Craft Days are quickly approaching!
This reminder to all Junior High and High School parents who have an athlete participating in winter sports, there is a meeting for you at 6:00 PM this evening in the auditorium. See you then.
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Nachos
Option 2: Hot Club Sandwich
Option 3: Salad Station
McQuitty’s freshman PE classes still need to report to the health room this week.
Seniors please check your email to schedule an appointment with Mrs. Kieffer to go over your senior project.
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Reminder for tomorrow! There will be a Student Financial Aid (FAFSA) Information session for junior and senior students and parents on November 14th at 6:30pm in the auditorium after the winter sports parent meeting. There are a lot of new changes to the form and it will not be released until the end of December. We We will have people here to help create FSA IDs as well as answer any questions in regards to the new form as well as!
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Monday, November 13th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Corn Dog
Option 2: Ham, Bacon & Bean Soup
Option 3: Salad Station
Congratulations to our MS wrestling team who placed 2nd overall in Cherryvale on Thursday. Individual places are:
3rd place-Maicey Marrs & Ryelan Eves
2nd place-Paige Swanson, Savannah Marvin, Hunter Lies, Josh Highbarger & Landen Niblett
Champions-Dakota Whiteside, Reagan Neal, Sadie Vice, Chelsea Smith, Kooper Wiseman & Jr. Davis
Thank you to the Junior High Basketball teams for helping set up the Elementary gym for staff in-service this past Friday.
McQuitty’s freshman PE classes still need to report to the health room this week.
There will be Ritual practice today during Character Ed in Ms. Depenbusch’s room.
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Congratulations to our Bluestem Football team this past year. As well as Malachi Jimenez and Tucker Gibb on Tri-Valley League honors.
Lion Happenings for the week. Please double-check the website for any changes.
The Bluestem High School would like to honor Everett "Doc" Watkins of Leon as the very first inductee to the Bluestem Military Wall of Fame. Doc proudly served in the Army during the Korean War from 1952-1954. While stationed, Doc was utilized as an instructor to train his fellow troops on how to properly utilize weapons.
Following his service in the Army, Doc taught in the Bluestem district from 1956 until his retirement in 1991. Throughout his career at Bluestem, Doc was heavily involved in athletics and went on to become Bluestem's first Athletic Director.
We are honored to recognize Doc and all of his accomplishments. He continues to be a vital asset to the Leon community through his service at the Senior Center and Leon Christian Church.
The Wizard of Oz was great last night. Make sure you do not miss your chance to see it today. Shows begin at 2:00 and 7:00 PM.
Powderpuff, Iron man volleyball and our halftime performance was a success! Thank you to the students who participated in these events, to everyone who came and supported, and to the staff members that made this happen! HS STUCO is very appreciative! Congrats to the Seniors for being champions in both events! #LIONPRIDE 💛💙
The Bluestem Theater Department will be performing "The Wizard of Oz" Friday night @ 7:00 PM, Saturday @ 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Bluestem Elementary students were given a free ticket for one of the performances. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students and senior citizens. We look forward to seeing you at " The Wizard of Oz".
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Thursday, November 9th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Cheese Pizza
Option 2: Cheeseburger
Option 3: Salad Station
Good luck to our MS wrestling team who will be competing in Cherryvale tonight.
7th graders will meet in the library today during CE for a meeting with Crossland construction. Crossland will stay and meet with highschool students interested in job shadows, internships or careers in construction during 6th hour.
8th graders will meet in Mrs. McLallen’s room during CE today for a meeting with a Butler professor.
Today will be the last day to pay for powder puff and iron man volleyball.
McQuitty’s freshman PE classes will need to go to the health room today. You will need your computer and headphones.
Please plan to attend the school musical The Wizard of Oz this weekend. We will have shows Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 2pm and 7pm. Student attendance is $5, and adults are $10.
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Please mark your calendar for the winter sports parent meeting. It will be held on November 14th @ 6:00 pm in the auditorium.
Class composite pictures orders for the elementary were due Nov. 7th. If you still want to order, forms and payment must be turned in by the morning of Thursday, Nov. 9th. NO
ORDERS LATER THAN THIS TIME CAN BE ACCEPTED.
Thank you!
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Wednesday, November 8th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Hamburger Steak
Option 2: Chicken Patty
Option 3: Salad Station
There will be a senior class meeting today during character ed in the shop.
Tomorrow will be the last day to pay for powder puff and iron man volleyball.
Any student participating in either the Powder Puff or Iron Man competition needs to meet in the conference room at 3:30 today.
Reminder that this week is the State Mandated Moratorium. This is a KSHSAA rule. High School students are not allowed to practice sports in school facilities.
McQuitty’s freshman PE classes will need to go to the health room the rest of this week. You will need your computer and headphones.
Please plan to attend the school musical The Wizard of Oz this weekend. We will have shows Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 2pm and 7pm. Student attendance is $5, and adults are $10.
Say Pledge