The Scoop!

We had a busy week last week! We had Sunflower House in to talk about safety with all of our students. Our Intensive Resource students went bowling with adaptive PE and worked on life skills at the same time. Thanks to the EEF and our PTO, 5th grade went to Science City for a field trip focused on science standards. We've kicked off KAP testing for grades 3-5, so be on the look out for more information from classrooms on that.

There is a link below for feedback. I believe firmly in honest reflection and continual progress, but the only way that we can do that is with your help. Please take a few minutes to let us know what we are doing well and where we can take step forward. This input will be shared back out to the community once the window closes on 5/1/25.

Have a great week!

-Cade

The link below goes to a Google folder. This will house all area summer camps that are shared with us. Even our own specialists, Summer at the Hills, is coming back. There is just a small with for them due to construction they will be at Aspen Grove this summer. Please note, these camps are not associated with CHE or BV and are operated by private individuals or groups.

BV West feeder families are invited to participate in the Lakewood Middle School Multicultural Festival on Tuesday, April 15th, from 6:00-7:30 PM!

This exciting event is a great opportunity to celebrate and share your heritage with our BV West school community. Families can showcase their culture by bringing artifacts, clothing, games, information boards, instruments, music, dancing, food, or anything else that represents their background. Each participating family will have a table and chairs for their display and can also collaborate with others.

If you’d like to volunteer and host a cultural display, please sign up by Friday, April 4th using this link: Sign Up Here.

Not presenting? No problem! All BV West feeder families are welcome to attend this free event and enjoy an evening of cultural exploration and celebration. We hope to see you there!

Questions? Contact Megan Holsapple, mholsapple@bluevalleyk12.org.

As we approach next school year, we would love to gather your input on class placement for your student. At CHE, we put a great deal of time and effort is devoted to class placement, and we will continue to follow a team approach when making these decisions. Our ultimate goal is to provide the best possible learning environment for every student each year.

With this team approach, input from teachers (classroom, specials, support staff, etc.), administrators, and families is considered. Our process does not allow for specific teacher requests, but rather gives input on learning style and the qualities a teacher my possess to promote the success of your student. Community input will be collected until 4/25 and any input after that date may not be used in class placement.

We are looking forward to your input and finishing this school year strong!

Reminder:
Requests for specific teachers (by name or other identifiable factors) are not accepted. Staffing is fluid each year and grade level teachers often fluctuate or change up until a few days prior to school starting. Thus, class lists are not released until August.

As part of the U.S. 69 Expansion Project (69Express)—a major initiative to improve traffic flow and safety—construction work will soon impact travel near 167th Street.

From March 6-9, one lane in both directions on U.S. 69 will be closed from 159th Street to just before 179th Street for bridge demolition at the 167th Street interchange.

From April-October, 167th Street at U.S. 69, including ramps, will be closed. U.S. 69 over 167th Street will be reduced to one lane each way. Additional information can be found on 69Express’ Road Closure Update webpage.

While not a school district project, this may affect travel for families. Any impacts to school transportation will be communicated by Durham School Services and All Point Transportation. Please plan ahead and consider alternate routes as needed.

Is your child ready to spark their creativity, explore new hobbies or discover the joy of science this summer? Sign your child up for Blue Valley’s Summer Explorations program. With hands-on experiences, these one-week sessions are designed to keep kids engaged and excited about learning. Enrollment opens 8 a.m. March 25 and closes 4 p.m. April 7. For more information about the Summer Explorations program, visit www.bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms.

• National Arab American Heritage Month -recognizes the achievements and contributions of Arab Americans to society, culture, and American history.
• Deaf History Month - celebrates the history, culture, and accomplishments of deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
• Day of Silence - April 11 - a national, student-led demonstration where LGBTQ+ students and allies take a vow of silence to protest the silencing and discrimination of LGBTQ+ people in schools.
• Passover - evening of April 12-20 - a Jewish holiday commemorating the Israelites’ liberation from slavery in Egypt. Some families will observe the holiday with a special meal, called a Seder, eating foods of symbolic significance and reciting traditional prayers.
• Holy Week and Easter Sunday - April 13-20 - includes the Christian holidays of Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday. Some families will attend church services to commemorate the week leading to the resurrection of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday.

We are thankful for the ongoing partnership and support we experience in our school community. Working together we ensure the best possible student experience allowing them to realize personal success. There are times, however, when issues arise which require our continued collaboration to resolve. Families may utilize the matrix linked on the district website to best address questions and concerns that may arise throughout the course of a school year. Finally, all staff and visitors should conduct their business free from intimidation, harassment, or bullying. The district’s Board of Education states expectations regarding civility within Policy 6341. Again, thank you for your partnership in helping to maintain a safe school community environment for all.

March:

14: NO SCHOOL (Professional Learning)

17-21: NO SCHOOL (Spring Break)

24: NO SCHOOL

27: Sunflower House Parent Information Session - 6:00pm in the Library

Email: CedarHillsElementary@bluevalleyk12.org
Website: https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/che
Location: 9100 West 165th Street, Overland Park, KS, USA
Phone: 9132393300
Twitter: @cedarhillselementary