Blue Valley School District

"The thing that I love the most about being a substitute in Blue Valley is the fact that I am not bound to just one school and I'm able to make an impact just not at one school but throughout the whole district and at every grade level.” — Steven Simpson, Blue Valley substitute teacher 💙 On Substitute Educators Day, we want to celebrate our exemplary substitutes like Steven! Your exceptional adaptability and dedication ensure seamless learning for our students and help Blue Valley schools thrive each day. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

“It’s my goal that every day is just a little bit too hard for every student in every class, yet they know that they have the support they need to be successful and that they can and will learn. Maybe they don’t have the information they need yet but, with that growth mindset that you’re modeling, they’ll get there.” — Dr. Gillian Chapman, Blue Valley Schools superintendent 💫📚🏆️ In our latest BV Unmuted episode, Dr. Chapman is joined by Melissa Blevins (Blue River Elementary), Dr. Tyler Alexander (Blue Valley Southwest) and Kelly June (Executive Director of Academic Services) to unpack what it really means to be a champion of learning from kindergarten through graduation. 🎙️ To listen to the full podcast episode, visit https://lnkd.in/dx4BkYb6. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

Cultivating Blue Valley is more than a strategic plan — it’s our shared direction for the future! 📚🌱💙 Grounded in our mission, core values and foundational commitments, it outlines our strategic priorities supported by clear strategies and action steps that guide our work. Quantitative measures of the strategic plan are data-driven indicators used to evaluate progress toward our goals. These measurable outcomes provide objective insight into key areas by assessing progress in related strategies and aligned action steps. 🔗 To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/gararwhX. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

At Blue Valley, students graduate ready to navigate their future with purpose. Their success reflects what it means to be champions of learning! 🏆🎓💫 With a 9️⃣6️⃣.7️⃣% graduation rate, our students are achieving at the highest levels. More than 8️⃣2️⃣.6️⃣% of graduates earned a Market Value Asset while in high school, demonstrating real-world readiness. Of Blue Valley graduates who enrolled in college, 9️⃣4️⃣% returned for a second year, showing their exceptional persistence and commitment to continued success. 🔗 To explore our Champions of Learning 2025 special publication, visit www.tinyurl.com/BV-COL25. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

"I love working as a reading instructional paraprofessional because I get to help students discover the joy of reading and watch their confidence grow. Those moments when something finally "clicks" make it all worth it! It’s also been wonderful to reconnect with families in our neighborhood and watch a new generation of kids walk the same halls my own children did." — Dave Dostal, Oak Hill Elementary instructional support paraprofessional On National Education Support Professionals Day, we want to celebrate the exemplary staff who support our students and staff like Dave and Meredith! Your exceptional commitment and hard work make a meaningful impact on our students and schools every day. 💙 "What I love most about being an instructional paraprofessional is the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on students every day. I enjoy building meaningful connections while teaching them skills to be successful readers. It is rewarding to see students master skills and build confidence." — Meredith Bolin, Oak Hill Elementary instructional support paraprofessional #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

During American Education Week, we want to celebrate our 3,500+ staff members, 22,700+ students, families and community! 📚🌱💙 We continue to be an award-winning district in Kansas and across the country because of your exemplary dedication, heart and passion. Thank you for cultivating a brighter future in Blue Valley where all our students have exceptional academic experiences in supportive school communities! #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

We honor American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month as a time for recognition and celebration of the contributions of the first Americans to the history, culture and growth of the nation. 🔗 To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/dGj_gBR. #BVTogether

Everything we do in Blue Valley is grounded in our three core values: 🔷 Student-Centered 🔷 Excellence 🔷 Community These values guide every decision, supported by our six foundational commitments in: 🔹 Academics 🔹 Communication 🔹 Facilities 🔹 Financial Resources 🔹 Safety 🔹 Technology Together, they ensure our strategic plan is brought to life for our exceptional students through the everyday actions of our exemplary educators and staff. 🔗 To learn more about the Cultivating Blue Valley: Strategic Plan, visit https://lnkd.in/gararwhX. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

During our regularly scheduled November Board of Education meeting, several students and staff were celebrated for their recent achievements: 📚️ Prairie Star Elementary's Hannah Bosselman was recognized at the BOE meeting with an Excellence in Education Award. 💫 Hilltop Learning Center's Melissa Bellante was recognized at the BOE meeting with a Distinguished Service Award. Discover all the latest Blue Valley Schools celebrations: www.tinyurl.com/46mp874e #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

Across English and math, Blue Valley students continue to set the bar high by earning top scores on state assessments! 🏆️📚💫 In English/ELA, 70.7% of Blue Valley students scored a “3” or higher compared to 44.5% statewide, and in math, 67.5% outperformed the 38.7% state average. These results highlight the dedication of our exceptional students, staff, families and community! 🔗 To explore our Champions of Learning 2025 special publication, visit www.tinyurl.com/BV-COL25. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning