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Legislative priorities, approved by the Blue Valley Board of Education, are crucial for advocating for our students, educators and community. The priorities address key issues needing attention from legislators. Watch the video below to learn more about why increasing funds for mental health resources supports student well-being and success.

Watch this video to learn more about Blue Valley's 2025 Priority Legislative Positions or find more information at www.bluevalleyk12.org/Legislative

Looking for engaging summer learning opportunities for your child? Check out Blue Valley’s Summer Explorations program. This program offers a wide range of one-week, hands-on experiences for students entering first through eighth grade in the fall. Mark your calendars — enrollment opens 8 a.m. March 25. All summer programs will be held in person unless otherwise noted. Additional Summer Explorations information, including a course catalog, is available at www.bluevalleyk12.org/summerprograms

As part of Blue Valley Schools' commitment to community engagement, proposed policies and those currently under review are available online for public input after their first reading at Board of Education meetings. The review period lasts for 30 days, allowing time for community members to share their thoughts and feedback.

Currently, Board Policy 2281: Kansas Public Offender Registry is under review. You can view the policy, watch the livestream of the Board of Education meeting discussion and provide feedback online. For more information about policies under review, go to the Board of Education Policy Review webpage.

The Spring 2025 Issue of Blue Valley Today, your magazine for Blue Valley Schools, is here! Don't miss out of the latest edition featuring a conversation with Dr. Merrigan, Bond 2023 updates, one student's journey from student to a paraprofessional and more.

Read the full issue online: www.tinyurl.com/BVTodaySpring25

#BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

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.

Blue Valley Schools has transitioned to a new online board management platform. This platform is a one-stop resource for board meeting agendas, minutes, policies and supporting materials. The new online platform makes it easier for staff, families and community members to access important board information, stay informed about upcoming meetings and search board resources. Visit the webpage to explore the new system and subscribe to meeting notifications.

The Blue Valley Board of Education held its regular meeting on Monday, March 3. Highlights included recognizing Kansas Music Education Association's 3 and 4 year all-state members and updates on the superintendent search.

Check out other moments from the meeting in this month’s board brief!

Our #BVUnmuted series continues as Superintendent Dr. Tonya Merrigan is joined by Executive Director of Operations Jake Slobodnik, Senior Coordinator of Digital Resources Liz Chopp, and Director of Safety and Security Dan Carne to dive into the details of the 2023 bond projects.

🎙️ To listen to the podcast episode, visit www.tinyurl.com/BVBond2023.