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.
Say Pledge
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
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 will have people here to help create FSA IDs as well as answer any questions in regards to the new form as well as!
Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Pretz for a very successful Band and Choir concert this evening. We are so thankful for the amazing musicians you are helping develop.
Reminder: Wednesday, Nov. 8, 3rd - 5th grade classes will be attending a play at Augusta Historical Theater. Buses will load at 12:15 and return to the school at
approximately 2:30pm. Please keep this in mind for any early student pick ups.
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Tuesday, November 7th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Pork Street Tacos
Option 2: White Chicken Chili
Option 3: Salad Station
Congratulations to our MS wrestling team who placed in the Fredonia tournament last night.
4th place-Maicey Marrs
3rd place-Paige Swanson, Arya Lamb, Kooper Wiseman, Hunter Lies & Josh Highbarger
2nd place-Sadie Vice, Chelsea Smith, Savannah Marvin, Dakota Whiteside, Jr. Davis
Champs-Reagan Neal, Ryelan Eves, Landen Niblett
Come support your MS and HS band and choir tonight as they perform beginning at 6:30.
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.
There will be a special 7th/8th grade band rehearsal today at 11:55 in the auditorium.
Picture retakes will be tomorrow starting at 11:00. If you have already purchased photos from the original photo day, those images need to be returned to the photographer before another picture is taken.
Say Pledge
Tomorrow! Fall Concert for 7/8 and High School Band and Choirs! 7/8 begins at 6:30 pm with High School beginning at 7:30 pm. See you there!
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Monday, November 6th, 2023
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Nuggets
Option 2: Pepperjack Grilled Cheese-Menu Change
Option 3: Salad Station
Congratulations to our MS wrestlers who placed in the Galesburg tournament on Thursday.
4th place-Hunter Lies, Maicey Marrs.
3rd place-Arya Lamb
2nd place-Ryelan Eves, Jr. Davis, Paige Swanson, Chelsea Smith & Savannah Marvin
Champions-Kooper Wiseman, Josh Highbarger, Landen Niblett, Dakota Whiteside, Sadie Vice & Reagan Neal.
They will wrestle tonight in Fredonia. Good luck lions!
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.
There will be a special 7th/8th grade band rehearsal today and tomorrow at 11:55 in the auditorium.
Congratulations to the 7/8th Grade Band members who represented our school this past Saturday at the South Central Kansas Music Educators Honor Band: Arya Lamb, Flute; Raina Maness, Clarinet; Jarrett Hodges, Trumpet, and Jaidyn Batson, Trombone! We are proud of you!
FCA members interested in attending Fall Conference need to get with Mrs. Smithson ASAP to register. FCA shirts are also available for purchase.
Picture retakes will be on November 8th starting at 11:00. If you have already purchased photos from the original photo day, those images need to be returned to the photographer before another picture is taken.
STUCO is hosting a powder puff flag football tournament. Sign up on the bulletin board next to the auditorium. STUCO is also hosting an Iron Man volleyball tournament. Sign up sheets are outside the office. Please see Ms. McQuitty or Mrs. McLallen for more information. If you’ve already signed up you need to pay McQuitty $2 or you will not play. Last day to sign up is this Wednesday.
Any boys that signed up to perform at the powder puff games, practice will be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of this week from 4-5 in the gym.
Say Pledge
Parents,
On Tuesday, Nov. 7th. ECE, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade are attending a play at Augusta Historical Theatre. They will leave the school around 12:15 and return approximately at 3:00pm. Please keep this in mind for early pickup. Parents are unable to attend due to limited seating.
Lion Happenings are below. Please check the school website for any changes to this week's activities.
Bluestem High School Fall Athletes and Parents are invited to attend our fall sports banquet on Wednesday, Nov. 8th @ 7:00 PM in the High School commons. There will be a hamburger dinner followed by celebrating our athlete's achievements from this fall.
Congrats to Arya Lamb, Flute; Jaidyn Batson, Trombone; Raina Maness, Clarinet; and Jarrett Hodges, Trumpet for representing Bluestem in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association Middle School Band Honor Band today! You all did fantastic!
