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.
Mr. Moulin and State Championship Basketball Players Kelan Gruver, Prince Donnell, and Corey Rolfe, Jr. came by to read "All By Myself" by Mercer Mayer.
The basketball players then talked about leadership, hard work, teamwork, and the importance of doing school work to be able to play sports in high school!
BSHS sophomore Inali Meyer received a gold score overall 1st place in her event of Sustainability Challenge. Inali will be representing BSHS and the state of Kansas in this event at Nationals in Washington, D.C. this summer!
AND, BSHS sophomore Isabela Carrillo received a silver score and placed 1st overall in her event of Early Childhood Education. Isabela will be representing BSHS and the state of Kansas in this event at Nationals in Washington, D.C. this summer!
Congratulations also to Braelyn Kimberly who did a fabulous job representing Kansas as a state officer! The reigns from last years officers were officially handed over to this new group of talented young people.
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!
The 2026 Bonner Springs High School Fall Musical is...Disney's FROZEN
For the past 14 days, we’ve been dropping hints about the BSHS 2026 Fall Musical…
and you all showed up!
The guesses.
The debates.
The confidence.
We’ve been watching it all...and honestly…you made this even more fun than we expected.
Now let’s talk about it.
Yes, we absolutely sent you in different directions on purpose. That was the game.
But here’s the thing…if you look closer, past the misdirection, past the obvious guesses, every single clue has been telling the same story.
Not different stories.
Not random ideas.
One story.
FROZEN
Here’s how it was right in front of us the entire time:
• “Not everything is as picture perfect as it seems… the story goes sideways”
A kingdom that looks perfect… until fear, isolation, and hidden power break it apart.
• “Practically perfect things are happening behind the scenes… or are they?”
Control vs. chaos. Elsa holding it together… until she can’t.
• “Seize the day… or don’t”
Anna runs toward love. Elsa runs away from it.
• “Something is growing… faster than anyone expected”
Powers building. Pressure building. Everything escalating.
• “High school drama? We could never… or could we?”
Identity. Isolation. Fear. Relationships. Yeah… it tracks.
• “Some families are a little different… some are a lot different”
At its core, this isn’t a love story.
It’s a story about sisters.
• “Do you believe in true love… or is it more complicated?”
Not the kind of love you expect… but the kind that actually matters.
• “It’s giving iconic energy. Big personalities. Bold choices.”
Elsa. Anna. Olaf. Kristoff. No explanation needed.
• “Power can be a dangerous thing…”
The entire heartbeat of the show.
• “Royalty…”
Arendelle.
• “Warmer… colder…”
Come on…
So while the clues may have looked like they were pointing everywhere…
They were always leading here.
And if you thought the hints were big…just wait.
This one is going to change everything!
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.”
Huge congrats to our Bonner Springs High School Forensics team for an incredible showing at the Frontier League meet held at Louisburg High School!
BSHS students delivered powerful performances across the board:
📖 Prose: Cruz Galaviz, Irie Moppin, Lily Nowak, and Joseph Wilmer
🎙️ Poetry: Cruz Galaviz, Irie Moppin, and Layla Hubbel
⭐ Program Oral Interpretation (POI): Layla Hubbel made it to the Finals!
🔥 BIG NEWS: With her stellar performance in POI, Layla Hubbel has officially qualified for State! Joining her teammate Cruz Galaviz who qualified for state last week!!✨
We are so proud of the hard work and talent this team displayed. Way to represent, Braves!
Angelina placed 3rd out of all applicants in the entire state of Kansas for her work titled "Bleeding Profusely".
Her BSHS art teacher, Jason Romanishin says, "She has incredible talent and skill and will be receiving more recognition and awards in the near future."
1st through 12th graders are invited to participate in the Bonner Springs Summer Weights 2026 program! There is FREE registration with a physical on file before April 20, otherwise the program is $20 (includes t-shirt, prizes and giveaways for highest attendance, and free breakfast/lunch offered daily)!
Youth Sessions (1st - 3rd graders):
July 6 - 23 (Monday - Thursday only)
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Middle School Sessions (4th - 8th graders):
June 8 - July 23, M-Th only (no workouts June 26 through July 5 due to KSHSAA Moratorium)
Session 1: 7-8 grade boys - 7 - 8 a.m.
Session 2: 7-8 grade girls - 8:15 - 9:15 a.m.
Session 3: 4-6 grade boys and girls - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
High School Sessions (9th-12th graders)*
June 8 - July 23, M-Th only (no workouts June 26 through July 5 due to KSHSAA Moratorium)
Session 1: high school boys - 6:15 - 8:15 a.m.
Session 2: high school girls - 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
*There will also be an orientation and newcomers camp for all incoming freshmen and new high school students May 15, 16, 22, and 23rd from 6 - 8 p.m. (Meet in the BSHS commons area.)
Sign up NOW using this link! (Make checks payable to BSHS Athletics)
Please feel free to email Coach Mays with any questions!
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!
We could never...
or could we?
BSHS Fall Musical 2026 - Coming Soon!
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.
Sometimes the story goes a little...sideways.
What are you thinking?
BSHS Fall Musical 2026 - Coming Soon!
There were 28 Working Braves students who participated in the fashion show. Zoe's event raised over $200 for the Working Braves classroom. Once again, it's a great day to be BRAVE (especially for Zoe)!
We were able to interact with several members of the 1984 Championship Team last night, too, which perfectly demonstrates what Mr. Moulin told this year's championship team during the celebration, "You’ve connected generations of Braves and given this community a moment it will never forget."
Mayor Tom Stephens also read a proclamation honoring the 2026 Championship team.
Special thanks to the following for making this a memorable event for all:
Bonner Springs High School Band
Bonner Springs Police Department
Bonner Springs Fire Department
Bonner Springs Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce
Union Bank & Trust
Atmos Energy
Providence Medical Group
Cool Heat KC, LLC
American Family Insurance, Mike Holloway Agency
Alden-Harrington Funeral Home
Burdette Driving School
Third Space Coffee
CST Sweets
Winkle Berry
Nationwide Discount Printing
Spencer Davidson, emcee
and Dave Stokka, Rebecca Ruff, and Peni Gaititi for preparing the Braves Fieldhouse for the event!
Following conferences, we invite all families and community members to join us in celebrating our boys basketball team and their state championship!
Celebration Schedule:
5:30 PM – Parade from McDanield Learning Center to the BSHS campus
Immediately following the parade – Hot dogs and water will be available
6:00 PM – Short celebration in the Braves Fieldhouse
We hope you can join us for both conferences and this exciting community celebration!
Students were tested with isometric belt squats and FitLights for reaction time (as pictured), but also grip strength, reach, lateral jump and other challenges across two different sessions. The initiative is led by the Jayhawk Athletic Performance Laboratory (JAPL), and overall, the research conducted is helping to better understand long-term athlete development across different ages and sports.
