FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Contact: Ashley Razak, Director of Communications
Phone: 913.667.8170
Bonner Springs/Edwardsville USD 204 Deploys ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology
PHILADELPHIA, July 16, 2026 -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Kansas School District to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence.
USD 204 serves more than 2,400 Pre-K–12th grade students with 455 staff members across a network of schools in the suburban communities of Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville, including one high school, one middle school, three elementary schools, and two pre-K buildings. ZeroEyes complements the district’s multilayered security plan, which also includes school resource officers (SROs), secured entrances, and close, ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement agencies across all three communities. The district secured funding through the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program, administered by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General, to purchase and implement ZeroEyes.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is at the core of everything we do,” said Lisa Terrell, Director of the Education Foundation & Counseling Services. “The deployment of ZeroEyes is a natural extension of our district’s proactive, layered approach to security, enhancing the strong foundation we’ve built through trusted partnerships with local law enforcement, secure facilities, and dedicated personnel.”
Read more: https://aptg.co/_JbbLZ
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Contact: Ashley Razak, Director of Communications
Phone: 913.667.8170
Bonner Springs/Edwardsville USD 204 Deploys ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology
PHILADELPHIA, July 16, 2026 -- ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full US Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act Designation, today announced that its AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness platform has been deployed by the Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Kansas School District to protect students and faculty against gun-related violence.
USD 204 serves more than 2,400 Pre-K–12th grade students with 455 staff members across a network of schools in the suburban communities of Kansas City, Bonner Springs, and Edwardsville, including one high school, one middle school, three elementary schools, and two pre-K buildings. ZeroEyes complements the district’s multilayered security plan, which also includes school resource officers (SROs), secured entrances, and close, ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement agencies across all three communities. The district secured funding through the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program, administered by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General, to purchase and implement ZeroEyes.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is at the core of everything we do,” said Lisa Terrell, Director of the Education Foundation & Counseling Services. “The deployment of ZeroEyes is a natural extension of our district’s proactive, layered approach to security, enhancing the strong foundation we’ve built through trusted partnerships with local law enforcement, secure facilities, and dedicated personnel.”
Read more: https://aptg.co/_JbbLZ
Returning student online enrollment is NOW OPEN!
Access the form by logging into Skyward Q and clicking on the Returning Family Registration 2026-27 “tile” as circled in red in the attached image. If you have trouble logging in, please contact our USD 204 District Office at 913.422.5600 to resolve any issues.
To submit the enrollment form, you will need proof of residency. A water, gas, or electric bill (PDF or image) is required for form submission. (The water, gas, or electric bill will need to include the legal parent/guardian’s name and address in the image or PDF.)
This year’s enrollment form can also be filled out on a phone or tablet using the Skyward Mobile Access app! Please note that students must be enrolled in Skyward Q in order to see their teacher or view their class schedule before the start of school.
While in Skyward Q, you can fill out the online application for free and reduced-price school meals, and please make sure that you sign the "Consent for Disclosure" on the last step if you wish for discounts to be considered for school fees, as well.
The first day of school this year is August 13th! Schedules/teachers will be posted on August 11th at 3:00 p.m. on Family and Student Access.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the District Office until office staff returns to the school buildings on July 27th.
Just because school is out doesn't mean the work stops! Our USD 204 student athletes continue to show up, put in the effort, and get stronger every day through our Summer Weights program!
From building strength and speed to improving endurance and discipline, these athletes are committed to becoming the best versions of themselves in the off season.
We are proud of the dedication and positive attitude these students bring each day and grateful for the dedication of our coaches to continue this program throughout the summer!
From building strength and speed to improving endurance and discipline, these athletes are committed to becoming the best versions of themselves in the off season.
We are proud of the dedication and positive attitude these students bring each day and grateful for the dedication of our coaches to continue this program throughout the summer!
USD 204 school supplies lists are now powered by TeacherLists at usd204.net!
With TeacherLists, families can:
~View and print supply lists online anytime
~Shop in-store or online
~Access lists from any device
~Translate lists into multiple languages, and
~Use accessible, ADA-friendly digital lists
View the School Supplies Lists under Families at usd204.net or on each building's website under Family and Student Resources.
For Pre-K and BSHS students, teachers will provide a list of any supplies needed once school begins.
With TeacherLists, families can:
~View and print supply lists online anytime
~Shop in-store or online
~Access lists from any device
~Translate lists into multiple languages, and
~Use accessible, ADA-friendly digital lists
View the School Supplies Lists under Families at usd204.net or on each building's website under Family and Student Resources.
For Pre-K and BSHS students, teachers will provide a list of any supplies needed once school begins.
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!
Here is the Summer Nurse's Newsletter.
Click here to view vaccination requirements for the 2026-2027 school year!
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
Dear DRE Families,
If you would like to purchase Class Group Photos, we have extras in the front office. Group Photos are $10 and are available for purchase!
Attention DRE Community!
Join us TONIGHT at Chipotle at the Tanger Legends Chipotle from 4pm-8pm! 25% of event sales will be donated to PTO which helps organized fun things for our DRE Community to enjoy! If you don't have any dinner plans, come on out to support and have a good time!
We hope to see you there!
Join us TONIGHT at Chipotle at the Tanger Legends Chipotle from 4pm-8pm! 25% of event sales will be donated to PTO which helps organized fun things for our DRE Community to enjoy! If you don't have any dinner plans, come on out to support and have a good time!
We hope to see you there!
Dear DRE Families,
Check out the PTO April Newsletter!
April 2026 Newsletter
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!
Hello 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade DRE Families,
The deadline to register for our school Variety Show is getting close. Registration ends on Friday, April 17th at 4:00 PM. This registration can be found in grade level Newsletters, the Rooms App, or through this link. Right now, we are very low on participants and need MANY more for the show to be able to go on. Let Mrs. Timmons in the Music Room know if you have any questions.
Thank You!
Dear DRE Families,
Over the next few days, the photo packages from picture day should go home with your student. Here are some instructions on what to do with those packages.
If you wish to keep the photos that you received, you can turn in your payment to the office. There is also an option to pay online if you are not paying with cash or check.
If you do not want the photos, please return them to the office. If you would only like to keep certain photos, you can return the ones that you do not want and your payment for the ones you keep to the front office.
Payments and portraits should be returned to the front office by April 24th. Please contact Ms. Kaya at the front office if you have any questions!
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!
