Bluestem junior high parents and guardians we are excited to invite you to our middle school award ceremony on Wednesday, May 7 as we celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our students this year the ceremony will take place from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM.
With the potential for inclement weather tomorrow afternoon. The JH TVL Track meet at Caney will begin at 11:00 AM. Please see the new updated times of events:
11:00 am - Shot and Pole Vault
11:45 am - Fin Flier, Long Jump, Triple Jump, High Jump, Discus
12:30 pm - running events
Here is the week of events at Bluestem JSHS. Please check the school website if there is any updates or changes.
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Monday, May 5th, 2025
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Mozzarella Dunkers
Option 2: Nashville Hot Chicken w/Seasoned Fries
Option 3: Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich w/Cheese Stick
Today we will be on our activity schedule for our spring FastBridge reading screener this afternoon. Following 7th hour all students will go to Character Education to complete the last reading screener of the year.
Today during CE there will be a high school volleyball meeting in the commons anyone going to be 9-12th grade next year is welcome.
Today during CE there will be a middle school football meeting for all 7th graders who are interested in playing next year as 8th graders.
Track athletes, please check your school email, you should have received a signupgenius.com link from Mr. Wuthrich showing the list of available Track & Field Day Helper spots. Thanks!
We are excited to celebrate our 7th and 8th graders during the Middle School awards ceremony Wednesday at 9:30 am. Students please remind your parents they are welcome to attend our ceremony.
It is not too late to turn in your volleyball Clinic Registration for the 14th and 15th. If you are in 7th grade and want to participate, stop by the front office for a form.
Congratulations Cassandra Keeler for a strong forensics season finish this weekend. She had a second place finish in a round competing against the best in the state!
FFA is working the concession stand today. Please come out and help if you are able to.
Lets Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
During competition week 3 of this season, Tyler Batson shot a straight 50/50 in Skeet! The team helped him celebrate by all lining up to shoot his hat, as is tradition! Congratulations!
On Saturday May 3rd, Bluestem Shooting Sports Team helped with and participated in the HF Sinclair Fun Shoot at Murphys and Sons, outside of Augusta. Koa Willhite and Braydon Kilgore were in a tie for 1st place youth shooter, and Braydon won the tie-breaker to bring home the Top Shot Youth! Congratulations! We also had several team members shoot with teams that had open positions. Bluestem shooters represented well against formidable teams of seasoned shotgun shooters! Thank you to all the students and families who volunteered to make this a great fundraising event!
PTO Bluestem Elementary Carnival is Friday, May 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm. Don't miss out on the fun!!
We want to congratulate our new 2025 - 2026 FFA Officer Team!
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
Option 2: Tender & Garlic Toast w/ Seasoned Fries
Option 3: Sweet n Sour Salad w/ Focaccia Bread
A reminder that High School Cheerleading Tryout Practice is Today from 4-6 PM and Tryouts are Friday, May 2nd, from 8-10 AM in the HS Gym. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Biddle. If you are trying out please get with Mrs. Biddle regarding tryout day attire.
It is not too late to turn in your volleyball Clinic Registration for the 14th and 15th. If you are in 7th grade and want to participate, stop by the front office for a form.
Wish Cassandra Keeler luck as she competes in humorous solo at forensics state competition on Saturday.
If you are running for an office for STUCO next year, your forms and teacher recommendations are due back to Mrs. Pryce by the end of the school day Today.
Congratulations to Brecken Tullis who placed 2nd and 3rd at the TVL Art Festival, and Addison Earnest and Dallas Watkins who placed 3rd on their artwork.
Lets Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Bluestem Volleyball Clinic forms are due. Please turn them in as soon as possible.
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Chicken Patty w/Hot Roll
Option 2: Corn Dog w/Seasoned Fries
Option 3: Caesar Salad w/ Hot Roll
A reminder that High School Cheerleading Tryout Practice is this Thursday from 4-6 PM and Tryouts are Friday, May 2nd, from 8-10 AM in the HS Gym. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Biddle.
Do you love Volleyball and Are in 7th grade? If yes, swing by the front office for a sign up sheet to participate in the Volleyball Clinic on May 14th and 15th!
If you are running for an office for STUCO next year, your forms and teacher recommendations are due back to Mrs. Pryce by the end of the school day Thursday.
(please make this announcement the remainder of this week)
Lets Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Spaghetti & Meatballs w/ Garlic Biscuit
Option 2: Spicy Chicken Sandwich w/Seasoned Fries
Option 3: Taco Salad
A reminder that High School Cheerleading Tryout Practice is this Thursday from 4-6 PM and Tryouts are Friday, May 2nd, from 8-10 AM in the HS Gym. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Biddle.
Do you love Volleyball and Are in 7th grade? If yes, swing by the front office for a sign up sheet to participate in the Volleyball Clinic on May 14th and 15th!
If you are running for an office for STUCO next year, your forms and teacher recommendations are due back to Mrs. Pryce by the end of the school day Thursday.
(please make this announcement the remainder of this week)
Due to career day tomorrow the east half of the parking lot will be closed for visitor parking. Please use the West end or the West side of the school!
Lets Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
Thank you Eric Brown and White Eagle Credit Union for your generous donation today the Bluestem High School Band! Thank you for supporting music in Butler County!
Softball sweeps Udall with scores of 9-0 and 13-3.
Baseball sweeps Udall by scores of 14-3 and 10-0.
This week at Bluestem JSHS is below. Please check the website for any updates or changes.
Morning Announcements
Good Morning!
Today is Monday, April 28th, 2025
Today for Lunch:
Option 1: Bacon Pickle Grilled Cheese
Option 2: Cheeseburger
Option 3: Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad w/ Italian Bread
Congratulations to Dylan Bailey on winning 1st place at the Skills USA HVAC State Competition in Hutchinson. Dylan will now get to compete on the National level in Atlanta, GA this June. Great job, Dylan!
Congratulations to the following students on their performances Saturday at State Solo and Small Ensemble:
Receiving an Outstanding “1” Rating
Zola Batson, Vocal Solo
Tyler Batson, Alto Saxophone Solo
Pilar Cox, Alto Saxophone Solo
Tyler Topper, Euphonium Solo
Dalis Whiteside, Euphonium Solo
Gunner Greer, Trombone Solo
Evyn Neal, Clarinet Solo
Bluestem Brass Ensemble: Rylee Orpen, Lincoln Caillouet, Dalis Whiteside, Shane Turner, Gunner Greer, Jaxson Caywood, Evan Worrell, Tyler Topper, Sophia Ballard, Wyatt Brewer, Isaiah Wright, Emmett Brice, Regan Herold, Tony Lindahl, Koa Willhite
Receiving an Excellent “2” Rating
Trinity Hughes, Alto Saxophone Solo
Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo
Junior Woodwind Quartet: Samantha Winn, Brook Trent, Samantha Owens, and Evyn Neal
Bluestem Woodwind Ensemble: Tyler Batson, Pilar Cox, Jazmine Anderson, Samantha Winn, Elliana Woolery, Brooke Trent, Samantha Owens, Jayde Lucas, Evyn Neal, Trinity Hughes, Cassandra Keeler, and Alivia Jimenez.
Congratulations! You all played so well!
Reminder Seniors that you need to turn in baby, senior, and candid pictures to Shane Turner for the Senior Slideshow.
There is a sign up sheet on Mr. Baker’s door for those who are going out for High School Football next year. There is also a meeting during Character Ed Monday 4/28 in Mr. Baker’s Room for those going out for High School Football next year.
Do you love Volleyball and Are in 7th grade? If yes, swing by the front office for a sign up sheet to participate in the Volleyball Clinic on May 14th and 15th!
Lets Stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
The High School Track team will go to Mulvane this afternoon for a track meet. The meet begins at 3:00 PM. This is a replacement meet since we got rained out last week.
Also Baseball and Softball host Udall with a start time of 4:00 PM.
Congratulations to all of our State qualifiers! You performed well at state!
On Saturday, April 26th, 28 High School musicians represented Bluestem at the Kansas 3A State Solo and Small Ensemble Festival held at Southeast of Saline High School in Gypsum. Here are the results:
Receiving an Outstanding “1” Rating
Zola Batson, Vocal Solo
Tyler Batson, Alto Saxophone Solo
Pilar Cox, Alto Saxophone Solo
Tyler Topper, Euphonium Solo
Dalis Whiteside, Euphonium Solo
Gunner Greer, Trombone Solo
Evyn Neal, Clarinet Solo
Bluestem Brass Ensemble: Rylee Orpen, Lincoln Caillouet, Dalis Whiteside, Shane Turner, Gunner Greer, Jaxson Caywood, Evan Worrell, Tyler Topper, Sophia Ballard, Wyatt Brewer, Isaiah Wright, Emmett Brice, Regan Herold, Tony Lindahl, and Koa Willhite.
Receiving an Excellent “2” Rating:
Trinity Hughes, Alto Saxophone Solo
Cassandra Keeler, Flute Solo
Junior Woodwind Quartet: Samantha Winn, Brook Trent, Samantha Owens, and Evyn Neal.
Bluestem Woodwind Ensemble: Tyler Batson, Pilar Cox, Jazmine Anderson, Samantha Winn, Elliana Woolery, Brooke Trent, Samantha Owens, Jayde Lucas, Evyn Neal, Trinity Hughes, Cassandra Keeler, and Alivia Jimenez.
Congratulations to all of our state qualifiers! You all did fantastic!
A special thank you to Lisa Neas and Nancy Bosquez for playing piano for our soloists and to Rawslin for driving the bus!
Ellie Nelson, Baritone Saxophone, qualified with both a solo and the Woodwind Ensemble, but was unable to participate.
The band students are lead by Mr. Eric Pretz and vocal students are under the direction of Mrs. Katie Pretz.
Lady Lions softball sweeps Caney with finals of 10-9 and 9-7.