Regular school attendance is key to academic growth and achievement! Help your student stay on track by planning family vacations during scheduled school breaks (we've listed several opportunities throughout the 2026-2027 school year here)!
Labor Day: 4-day weekend (Sept. 5 - Sept. 8)
Fall Break: 5-day opportunity (Oct. 14* - Oct. 18)
Thanksgiving Break: 9-day opportunity (Nov. 21 - Nov. 29)
Winter Break: 18-day opportunity (Dec. 18 - Jan. 4)
MLK Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Jan. 16 - Jan. 18)
President's Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Feb. 13 - Feb. 15)
Spring Break: 10-day opportunity (March 12* - March 21)
PD Break: 4-day weekend (March 26 - March 29)
April 30: 3-day weekend (April 30 - May 2)
*Denotes P/T Conference dates - we encourage you to schedule a time to meet with your child's teachers if you cannot attend on Oct. 14-15 or March 12.
By traveling during these designated days off, your child won’t miss important classroom instruction. Let’s work together to reduce absences and to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's opportunities!
Labor Day: 4-day weekend (Sept. 5 - Sept. 8)
Fall Break: 5-day opportunity (Oct. 14* - Oct. 18)
Thanksgiving Break: 9-day opportunity (Nov. 21 - Nov. 29)
Winter Break: 18-day opportunity (Dec. 18 - Jan. 4)
MLK Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Jan. 16 - Jan. 18)
President's Day Weekend: 3-day weekend (Feb. 13 - Feb. 15)
Spring Break: 10-day opportunity (March 12* - March 21)
PD Break: 4-day weekend (March 26 - March 29)
April 30: 3-day weekend (April 30 - May 2)
*Denotes P/T Conference dates - we encourage you to schedule a time to meet with your child's teachers if you cannot attend on Oct. 14-15 or March 12.
By traveling during these designated days off, your child won’t miss important classroom instruction. Let’s work together to reduce absences and to prepare today's learners for tomorrow's opportunities!
The BSHS Office has many diplomas (new and old) that have not been picked up after graduations - dating all the way back to 1980!
Pick yours up this summer in the BSHS Office between Mondays - Thursdays from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Call first to confirm we have yours - 913.667.8150!
Pick yours up this summer in the BSHS Office between Mondays - Thursdays from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Call first to confirm we have yours - 913.667.8150!
Join us this afternoon for the Students vs. Staff Softball Game fundraiser that will be held TODAY, May 13th at 3:30 p.m.!
$5 entry for BSHS baseball and softball teams! Concessions will be available!
The Board Beat for Monday's meeting is now available online:
https://bonnerspringsedusdks.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/about-us/boe/board-beat/25298948
https://bonnerspringsedusdks.sites.thrillshare.com/documents/about-us/boe/board-beat/25298948
Class of 2026,
Share the joy of graduation! The graduation ceremony on Tuesday, May 12th will be livestreamed for those that cannot attend in-person. The livestream can be found at bravesbroadcast.live In addition, Wagner Photography will be there to capture graduate portraits. You can view and purchase photos at wagnerportraitgroup.com/graduations
We can't wait to celebrate will you. See you there!
Share the joy of graduation! The graduation ceremony on Tuesday, May 12th will be livestreamed for those that cannot attend in-person. The livestream can be found at bravesbroadcast.live In addition, Wagner Photography will be there to capture graduate portraits. You can view and purchase photos at wagnerportraitgroup.com/graduations
We can't wait to celebrate will you. See you there!
As we count down to graduation, we’ll be shining a spotlight on each of our valedictorians and salutatorian in the days ahead! Join us as we celebrate their achievements, dedication, and hard work leading up to this special milestone!
Congratulations to Chasitee Sambol - Valedictorian:
Chasitee Sambol plans to attend college, where she will continue her athletic career in basketball, though she is still undecided on her specific path. Throughout high school, she has been actively involved in volleyball, basketball, track and field, National Honor Society, Orange Crush, Diversity, KAY Club, Prom Committee, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Council.
Reflecting on her journey, Chasitee shares, “I want to thank my family, of course, Madilock, and myself for keeping my expectations high.”
Congratulations to Chasitee Sambol - Valedictorian:
Chasitee Sambol plans to attend college, where she will continue her athletic career in basketball, though she is still undecided on her specific path. Throughout high school, she has been actively involved in volleyball, basketball, track and field, National Honor Society, Orange Crush, Diversity, KAY Club, Prom Committee, and the Superintendent’s Advisory Council.
Reflecting on her journey, Chasitee shares, “I want to thank my family, of course, Madilock, and myself for keeping my expectations high.”
Attention Senior Families!
Can you believe Graduation is almost here? As we near the end of the year, we wanted to share lots of important information with you! Attached you will find the following...
- Important dates/events with information about Senior finals, Senior events, Graduation Rehearsal, Graduation, etc.
- "Know Before You Go" document from Sporting KC park, including venue rules and parking information
In addition, Wagner Photography will be at graduation to take Senior portraits. Following the event, you can purchase photos by going to wagnerportraitgroup.com Also, graduation will be livestreamed at bravesbroadcast.live that evening for anyone that cannot attend in-person.
Please review this information and reach out with any questions. We are so excited to celebrate this moment with our Seniors and their families!
Can you believe Graduation is almost here? As we near the end of the year, we wanted to share lots of important information with you! Attached you will find the following...
- Important dates/events with information about Senior finals, Senior events, Graduation Rehearsal, Graduation, etc.
- "Know Before You Go" document from Sporting KC park, including venue rules and parking information
In addition, Wagner Photography will be at graduation to take Senior portraits. Following the event, you can purchase photos by going to wagnerportraitgroup.com Also, graduation will be livestreamed at bravesbroadcast.live that evening for anyone that cannot attend in-person.
Please review this information and reach out with any questions. We are so excited to celebrate this moment with our Seniors and their families!
Attention Senior Parents!
If you haven’t yet purchased a yearbook from your student’s freshman, sophomore, or junior year, good news—limited copies are still available! This is a great opportunity to complete your collection and hold onto those special high school memories.
Please see the graphic for details on availability and how to purchase.
If you haven’t yet purchased a yearbook from your student’s freshman, sophomore, or junior year, good news—limited copies are still available! This is a great opportunity to complete your collection and hold onto those special high school memories.
Please see the graphic for details on availability and how to purchase.
Senior Awards Night was Wednesday evening! BSHS held a ceremony featuring many academic, athletic, and other achievements of the BSHS Class of 2026!
During the evening:
67 seniors were recognized for having a GPA of 3.5+
8 were recognized as valedictorians, 1 as salutatorian
40 local scholarships were given out to 102 students
3 students committed to the US Military
16 students were named for the Braves Activity Award
5 special scholarships were awarded
3 students who scored 30+ on the ACT were recognized
Addison Vogel and Kelan Gruver were recognized as our Athletes of the Year
Braelyn Morris was recognized as the KSHSAA Citizenship Award winner, and
Cora Dow was awarded an official appointment to the US Air Force Academy (for which she received a standing ovation from the audience!)
Congratulations to our entire Class of 2026! We are so proud of you all!
During the evening:
67 seniors were recognized for having a GPA of 3.5+
8 were recognized as valedictorians, 1 as salutatorian
40 local scholarships were given out to 102 students
3 students committed to the US Military
16 students were named for the Braves Activity Award
5 special scholarships were awarded
3 students who scored 30+ on the ACT were recognized
Addison Vogel and Kelan Gruver were recognized as our Athletes of the Year
Braelyn Morris was recognized as the KSHSAA Citizenship Award winner, and
Cora Dow was awarded an official appointment to the US Air Force Academy (for which she received a standing ovation from the audience!)
Congratulations to our entire Class of 2026! We are so proud of you all!
Kansas Association of School Boards Business Operations Leadership Development (BOLD) class met at the USD 204 District Office this morning, and they had an All-Star welcome thanks to our BSHS Unified Cheer Hype Squad!
The Class of 2026 Valedictorians and Salutatorian were announced at last night's Bonner Springs High School Senior Awards Night!
Congratulations to Valedictorians:
Sophia Schwartzkopf
Margaret Haigh
Karbe Barber
Addyson Thompson
Addison Vogel
Cora Dow
Chasitee Sambol and
Victoria Timmons
And congrats to the Class of 2026 Salutatorian:
Braelyn Morris
Congratulations to Valedictorians:
Sophia Schwartzkopf
Margaret Haigh
Karbe Barber
Addyson Thompson
Addison Vogel
Cora Dow
Chasitee Sambol and
Victoria Timmons
And congrats to the Class of 2026 Salutatorian:
Braelyn Morris
Three Bonner Springs High School students scored a 30+ on the ACT in the Class of 2026! They were announced last night at the Senior Awards Night and their names have been placed on the school plaque!
Congratulations to:
Cherish Gonzaga
Sophia Schwartzkopf
Eric Peterson
Congratulations to:
Cherish Gonzaga
Sophia Schwartzkopf
Eric Peterson
Congratulations to our BSHS student athletes doing activities and playing sports at the next level! This afternoon, they signed letters of intent committing themselves to next year:
Reyna Dunn - vocal music at KCKCC
Natalie Stoway - vocal music at KCKCC
Amaya Burris - basketball at KCKCC
Nya Anderson - basketball at Iowa Central Community College
Chasitee Sambol - basketball at Johnson County Community College
Isabella Gonzalez - volleyball at Framingham State University
Lane Vogel - wrestling at University of Saint Mary
Devan Fleischer - football at Garden City CC
Allison Campbell - powerlifting at MidAmerica Nazarene University
Braedyn Wells - cross country at McPherson College
Keira and Kelcey Bayles - cross country at Baker University
Addyson Thompson - track & field at University of Wisconsin - Parkside
Emily Morton - track & field at Fort Scott Community College
Addison Vogel - track & field at St. Cloud State University
Way to go!
#204BravesPride
Need help buying food for your children when school is out for summer?
Learn how the Kansas SUN Bucks program can help you!
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will get a one-time benefit of $120 per year for each eligible child to help buy groceries during the summer months. Children who get SUN Bucks can still participate in other summer meal programs. Receiving SUN Bucks will not affect children or families’ immigration status.
Applications are now being accepted for SUN Bucks benefits for summer 2026. Benefits will not be issued until summer 2026. Some households may be automatically eligible and will receive a letter from DCF after January 2026 regarding SUN Bucks eligibility. Other households can create a DCF Self-Service Portal account or use your existing login to apply before 5 p.m. on August 31, 2026.
The USD 204 Preschool Information Night will take place tomorrow night, Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Delaware Ridge Elementary, Head Start, and McDanield Learning Center! If you have a child who is 4 years of age on or before August 31, 2026, you may want him/her to attend one of our three preschool programs!
If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at:
USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126
Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE
PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970
No-fee preschool
PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828
No-fee preschool
Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff!
We hope to see you there!
If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at:
USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126
Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE
PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970
No-fee preschool
PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828
No-fee preschool
Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff!
We hope to see you there!
USD 204 Board of Education Appoints Nicole Perica Gerken to fill BOE Vacancy
The Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Board of Education appointed Nicole Perica Gerken as a school board member to replace the vacancy opened when former member Ashley Razak resigned to accept a position within the district. Gerken will serve in this position through December 2027.
A 1997 graduate of Bonner Springs High School, Gerken brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across nonprofit management, strategic communications, fundraising, marketing, public relations, brand development, and operational oversight to the position. She has worked at The HALO Foundation for the past 16 years, including serving as their Chief Operating Officer since 2016.
Gerken applied for the Board position because she believes strong schools are the foundation of a strong and thriving community.
“Through my professional work at HALO supporting homeless and at-risk children and families, I have seen firsthand how education, stability, and supportive environments shape a child’s long-term trajectory,” Gerken said. “I believe school boards play a critical role in setting vision, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources, and supporting educators so they can focus on student success.”
USD 204 Board President Angie Thomas said, “The Board unanimously agreed Gerken’s expertise and leadership make her well suited to fill this role. Her skills and perspective will strengthen our board, and we look forward to the positive impact she will have on USD 204 and the community we serve.”
Our 2026 boys basketball team made history!
This season, our boys basketball team brought home a state championship, only the second in school history, and the first since 1984. What makes this team special goes beyond the scoreboard, they showed toughness, discipline, and a commitment to each other every single night.
Championship T-Shirts: Bonner Springs made history, and this championship hits different. This isn’t just a shirt, it’s the season we’ll never forget. Get yours and wear it proudly.
If you would like to order one of the championship shirts, here is your chance! We accept cash and card (there is a fee if you pay by card). The deadline for shirt orders will be April 12, 2026. To guarantee you receive your shirt, you need to do two things:
Complete the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdkEKWeFQIVaomeUZwy0-28fCFuDiMpNU2JjeOHjRAq1OgVAA/viewform
Submit payment: If paying cash, you will need to bring it into the high school (give it to the athletic secretary - Mrs. Kelly); If paying by card (there will be a small fee), use this link: https://gofan.co/event/6414951?schoolId=KS18100
Both steps are required for a successful t-shirt order!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
On Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9, Bonner Springs High School will partner with the Bonner Springs Police Department and Bonner Springs Fire & EMS to host our Drive Brave for Prom activities for all juniors and seniors.
These events are designed to raise awareness about safe decision-making during prom season. While we aim to keep disruptions to the school day minimal, we believe this experience is important and well worth the small adjustments to students’ schedules.
Here’s what to expect:
Wednesday (April 8):
During 5th hour, community partners—including law enforcement and emergency services—will host informational stations in the commons and gym. Students can visit these during lunch, and some classes may also attend.
Thursday (April 9):
At 8:00 AM, all juniors and seniors will report to the auditorium for a brief presentation from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Following the presentation, students will move to the student parking lot to observe a mock crash demonstration led by our local first responders. This portion will conclude near the end of seminar, after which students will return to class and resume a normal schedule.
We understand that portions of this program, particularly the mock crash demonstration, may be emotional for some students. Please know that school counselors and social workers will be available throughout the event to provide support for any student who may need it.
This program has had a powerful impact in the past, and we are grateful for the continued support of our community partners in helping reinforce safe and responsible choices for our students.
Thank you for your flexibility and support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
On Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9, Bonner Springs High School will partner with the Bonner Springs Police Department and Bonner Springs Fire & EMS to host our Drive Brave for Prom activities for all juniors and seniors.
These events are designed to raise awareness about safe decision-making during prom season. While we aim to keep disruptions to the school day minimal, we believe this experience is important and well worth the small adjustments to students’ schedules.
Here’s what to expect:
Wednesday (April 8):
During 5th hour, community partners—including law enforcement and emergency services—will host informational stations in the commons and gym. Students can visit these during lunch, and some classes may also attend.
Thursday (April 9):
At 8:00 AM, all juniors and seniors will report to the auditorium for a brief presentation from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). Following the presentation, students will move to the student parking lot to observe a mock crash demonstration led by our local first responders. This portion will conclude near the end of seminar, after which students will return to class and resume a normal schedule.
We understand that portions of this program, particularly the mock crash demonstration, may be emotional for some students. Please know that school counselors and social workers will be available throughout the event to provide support for any student who may need it.
This program has had a powerful impact in the past, and we are grateful for the continued support of our community partners in helping reinforce safe and responsible choices for our students.
Thank you for your flexibility and support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Not everything is as picture perfect as it seems.
Sometimes the story goes a little...sideways.
What are you thinking?
BSHS Fall Musical 2026 - Coming Soon!
Sometimes the story goes a little...sideways.
What are you thinking?
BSHS Fall Musical 2026 - Coming Soon!
