This week, we're highlighting Strategy 1 - Quality Instruction & Student Engagement from our USD 204 Strategic Plan! All six Q1 initiatives under Quality Instruction & Student Engagement are actively moving forward.
Highlights include:
✅ A comprehensive 2026-27 professional learning plan is in place, with building-led learning opportunities allowing staff to focus on specific needs.
✅The USD 204 Instructional Playbook has been developed through the collaboration of instructional coaches and the Office of Instruction. Coaches continue reviewing and calibrating instructional strategies monthly.
✅ Since September 14, building administrators and instructional coaches have conducted 285 classroom walkthroughs across the district to support instructional excellence.
✅ Counselors have expanded Individual Plans of Study by adding WorkKeys assessments and NCCER technical certifications.
✅ All six schools now have family engagement calendars, including Title I family events at the elementary schools.
✅ Students continue to be recognized for academics, attendance, and character through celebrations and recognition programs across the district.
Quality instruction and meaningful engagement remain at the heart of student success, and we're proud of the progress being made districtwide in Strategy 1.
Highlights include:
✅ A comprehensive 2026-27 professional learning plan is in place, with building-led learning opportunities allowing staff to focus on specific needs.
✅The USD 204 Instructional Playbook has been developed through the collaboration of instructional coaches and the Office of Instruction. Coaches continue reviewing and calibrating instructional strategies monthly.
✅ Since September 14, building administrators and instructional coaches have conducted 285 classroom walkthroughs across the district to support instructional excellence.
✅ Counselors have expanded Individual Plans of Study by adding WorkKeys assessments and NCCER technical certifications.
✅ All six schools now have family engagement calendars, including Title I family events at the elementary schools.
✅ Students continue to be recognized for academics, attendance, and character through celebrations and recognition programs across the district.
Quality instruction and meaningful engagement remain at the heart of student success, and we're proud of the progress being made districtwide in Strategy 1.
This week we will continue our Feed His Lambs Food Drive until Friday, Nov 6th!
Each grade can donate specific items:
PK/Kindergarten: Instant Mashed Potatoes
1st Grade: Canned Corn
2nd Grade: Canned Sweet Potatoes
3rd Grade: Canned Gravy
4th Grade: Canned Cranberry Sauce
5th Grade: Boxed Mac & Cheese
Items can be brought to the school by your student or you can drop them off in front office during office hours. Thank you for your participation as we use this drive to help those in our community!
Each grade can donate specific items:
PK/Kindergarten: Instant Mashed Potatoes
1st Grade: Canned Corn
2nd Grade: Canned Sweet Potatoes
3rd Grade: Canned Gravy
4th Grade: Canned Cranberry Sauce
5th Grade: Boxed Mac & Cheese
Items can be brought to the school by your student or you can drop them off in front office during office hours. Thank you for your participation as we use this drive to help those in our community!
Fall Picture Retake Day is TOMORROW!!!
DRE Families,
Here is our November Newsletter from Dr. Archer!
November 2026 Newsletter
Local veterans are invited to the 3rd Annual BSHS Veterans Day breakfast and ceremony! Please RSVP by November 4th!
Please join us for the Community Blood Drive taking place Wednesday, November 11th from 7 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Bonner Springs High School Gym! Sign up using the QR code and entering Group Code 86!
To help us provide the best possible service and ensure all calls are answered promptly, our office phone hours per building are listed below:
Head Start - 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
McDanield Preschool Center - 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Elementary Schools - 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
CMS and BSHS - 7:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
You can reach each building office at the numbers below:
Bonner Springs Elementary - 913.441.1777
Bonner Springs High School - 913.422.5121
Clark Middle School - 913.422.5115
Delaware Ridge Elementary - 913.441.2126
Edwardsville Elementary - 913.422.4036
McDanield Preschool Center - 913.422.7970
Head Start - 913.441.2828
If you need assistance outside of these hours, please leave a voicemail or send an email, and a staff member will return your message as soon as possible during regular business hours.
Thank you for helping us ensure timely communication and efficient service for all families!
Head Start - 7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
McDanield Preschool Center - 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Elementary Schools - 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
CMS and BSHS - 7:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
You can reach each building office at the numbers below:
Bonner Springs Elementary - 913.441.1777
Bonner Springs High School - 913.422.5121
Clark Middle School - 913.422.5115
Delaware Ridge Elementary - 913.441.2126
Edwardsville Elementary - 913.422.4036
McDanield Preschool Center - 913.422.7970
Head Start - 913.441.2828
If you need assistance outside of these hours, please leave a voicemail or send an email, and a staff member will return your message as soon as possible during regular business hours.
Thank you for helping us ensure timely communication and efficient service for all families!
We are one week away from our class parties on October 30th. Here are some things to note!
Use this LINK to access the spreadsheet. Select your students class to access the SignUp Genius.
The parties will begin at 2:50pm. Parties are open to up to 2 adults per family this year, however, only children who attend DRE may attend.
This year we are implementing our Centegix Sign In System. For first-time users, please bring your government-issued ID or you can come into the office prior to the day of the party to get set up with the system. If you have successfully signed into the Centegix system prior to the party, please see Ms. Kaya during your arrival for the party to receive your visitors pass.
Send your treats anytime the week before the party or by 9 am Friday, October 30th. Treats do not have to be individually wrapped but do have to be store bought. They can be sent to school with your child or dropped off in the office.
*** No homemade treats. No nuts.
Halloween Costumes
All Halloween costumes need to be able to be put on over clothes
Do not wear costumes to school- bring costumes for afternoon
No masks or face paint/make-up
No play weapons
We thank you in advance for your cooperation and we can't wait to see you here at Delaware Ridge!🎃
🦃Next week we will be kicking off our Feed His Lambs Drive! We ask that the following grades bring the following items to their pods until November 6th.🦃
PK/Kindergarten: Instant Mashed Potatoes
1st Grade: Canned Corn
2nd Grade: Canned Sweet Potatoes
3rd Grade: Canned Gravy
4th Grade: Canned Cranberry Sauce
5th Grade: Boxed Mac & Cheese
Art Night W/ Mr. Stanton is this Wednesday!
Sign Ups for PTO Art Night with Mr. Stanton is open. Use the QR Code on the flyer to sign up for a time slot with your child. Be sure to note that this is not a dropoff event, you must stay with your student.
We hope to see you there for a night of family-friendly fun!
Sign Ups for PTO Art Night with Mr. Stanton is open. Use the QR Code on the flyer to sign up for a time slot with your child. Be sure to note that this is not a dropoff event, you must stay with your student.
We hope to see you there for a night of family-friendly fun!
🍁Trash Bag Fundraiser Pickup🍁
Trash Bags are in! Pickup will be available during Conferences on Oct. 14th and 15th from 3:30pm to 7:30pm! If you are unable to pickup during those days you can also stop by the front office during normal office hours starting Monday, Oct 19th!
Trash Bags are in! Pickup will be available during Conferences on Oct. 14th and 15th from 3:30pm to 7:30pm! If you are unable to pickup during those days you can also stop by the front office during normal office hours starting Monday, Oct 19th!
Dear DRE Families,
Our Wrestling program will be hosting a wrestling clinic. To sign up, use the QR Code on the flyer to register.
Our Wrestling program will be hosting a wrestling clinic. To sign up, use the QR Code on the flyer to register.
Ms. Aubrey and Mr. Brian's pre-k class brought learning to life... literally! Mr. Brian became their coconut tree so they could act out a class favorite, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. The laughter was definitely contagious!
Hello DRE Families,
Here is the LINK to the October Newsletter from Dr. Archer!
Next week is Homecoming! Help us celebrate by wearing the theme of the day.
Monday-The City That Never Sleeps (Pajama day)
Tuesday-Tacky Tourist (Hawaiian Shirts, shorts, sunglasses, fanny packs)
Wednesday-Broadway In Bonner (Dress as your favorite musical character)
Thursday-Bright Lights, Big City (Wear bright/neon colors)
Friday-It’s a Great Day to be Brave (Wear Braves gear or orange and black)
We can't wait to see your school spirit!
Monday-The City That Never Sleeps (Pajama day)
Tuesday-Tacky Tourist (Hawaiian Shirts, shorts, sunglasses, fanny packs)
Wednesday-Broadway In Bonner (Dress as your favorite musical character)
Thursday-Bright Lights, Big City (Wear bright/neon colors)
Friday-It’s a Great Day to be Brave (Wear Braves gear or orange and black)
We can't wait to see your school spirit!
Dear DRE Families,
Please turn in trash bag order forms and money on Monday, Sept 28th. Cash or Checks made out to DRE are accepted. Students can drop them off in the front office with Ms. Jamie or Ms. Kaya!
USD 204 Pre-K students visited Delaware Highlands Assisted Living this afternoon to show off their stuffed animals in a Pet Parade for the residents! Delaware Highlands staff even had Dalmation puppy ear headbands for the students to wear, and treats for the students after the parade!
Today was the first day of this year for the Pre-K students to visit, but they will be back several times throughout the year - a wonderful partnership for both the preschool students AND Delaware Highlands Assisted Living residents!
Dear DRE Families,
It's time to schedule parent-teacher conferences! Our fall conferences will take place on October 14 and 15, 3:30 - 7:30 PM. You can find all teachers' names across the top of the sign-ups. Simply click on the tab for your child's teacher and choose the best time for you.
We look forward to meeting with all our families over these two evenings. Families are encouraged to bring your DRE student to these conferences.
Here is the LINK to sign up for conferences.
If you have any questions about sign-ups, please contact the DRE office at 913-441-2126.
Sincerely,
Dr. Steve Archer, Principal
Dear DRE Families,
We are 2 days away from Picture Day! On Friday, Sept 18th, Students will be taking their Fall photos! Order forms have been sent home but we have extras in the office or you can order online!
We can't wait to see those bright, smiling faces!
We are 2 days away from Picture Day! On Friday, Sept 18th, Students will be taking their Fall photos! Order forms have been sent home but we have extras in the office or you can order online!
We can't wait to see those bright, smiling faces!
Looking for meaningful work that matches your child's school schedule? Delaware Ridge Elementary school is hiring paraeducators!
Paras support teachers in the classroom and make a difference every day in the lives of our students!
Benefits include:
School Schedule
Paid Individual Health Insurance
District Childcare for Employees' Children
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Contribution Match
YMCA Discount and Rebate
Apply online now at:
https://skyward.iscorp.com/BonnerSpringKSBus/ApplicantTracking/JobBoard/ViewAll/486?&generateNewDefaultWindow=true
Paras support teachers in the classroom and make a difference every day in the lives of our students!
Benefits include:
School Schedule
Paid Individual Health Insurance
District Childcare for Employees' Children
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Contribution Match
YMCA Discount and Rebate
Apply online now at:
https://skyward.iscorp.com/BonnerSpringKSBus/ApplicantTracking/JobBoard/ViewAll/486?&generateNewDefaultWindow=true
