



good while doing good! Elk Valley Elementary is helping kids
with special hearts through Kids Heart Challenge. We want as
many families as possible to learn about heart health and the
lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR.
You can help by completing Finn’s Mission. When your
student completes all the steps, they’ll earn a Lifesavers Cape
and earn a chance to win two tickets to Super Bowl LXI in
2027!
Sign up today at
http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12398&pg=company&co
mpany_id=530949 or by using the AHA Schools app.

Last week’s Perfect Attendance Winner was the one, the only, Matthew Roach 🏆👏
Matthew achieved the rarest of school accomplishments: showing up. Every. Single. Day. No “almost late,” no “my alarm didn’t go off,” no mysterious disappearance after lunch. Legendary behavior.
For this historic achievement, Matthew was awarded the highly prestigious, extremely fancy Jackson Bill 💵✨
Some say it grants special powers—like the ability to resist hitting snooze, a sixth sense for bus arrival times, and an uncanny talent for remembering what day it is. Rumor has it that Jackson also whispers, “Just twenty more minutes? Absolutely not.”
Now, our sincerest apologies for the delayed post. Our social media guy was away at a sleepaway professional development camp 🏕️📖—bonding with other adults over coffee, learning new skills, and apparently forgetting what day it was himself. The irony is not lost on us.
Congrats again, Matthew! Perfect attendance isn’t easy—especially when pajamas exist—but you rose above. Enjoy that Jackson, spend it wisely, and continue being the role model we all aspire to be 🦁🎉

February is here, and Elk Valley has everything lined up to keep our students fueled, informed, and having fun! 🙌
🥪 February Lunch Menu
Get ready for student-favorite meals, warm winter comfort foods, and plenty of tasty options to power through the school day! Be sure to check out what’s cooking so you don’t miss a favorite lunch day.
📰 February Newsletter
Inside you’ll find important updates, upcoming events, celebrations, and highlights from around the school. It’s the best way to stay connected and in the know all month long!
📅 February Activity Calendar
From special theme days to exciting activities and events, February is full of reasons to get involved and show your Elk Valley pride 🦁🧡🖤
👉 Take a moment to check out the February Lunch Menu, Newsletter, and Activity Calendar—and get ready for a fantastic month at Elk Valley!
#ElkValleyPride #FebruaryAtElkValley #LionStrong 🦁


Due to conditions, Elk Valley USD 283 will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 28th.
⏰ Important Details:
🚌 All transportation will run 2 hours later than normal
🍳 No breakfast will be served
🚪 Student doors open at 9:30 AM
👩🏫 Staff report time: 9:15 AM
Please plan accordingly and travel safely. Thank you for your cooperation!




Cue the flashing lights, roll the drumroll, and spin the giant wheel of AWESOME because we have a BRAND-NEW Perfect Attendance Champion at Elk Valley! 🦁✨
This week’s big winner is none other than… CADEN THOMAS!!! 🏆📚
That’s right! Caden didn’t miss a bell, a class, or a single chance to learn. Day after day, he showed up ready to play the game of school—and folks, showing up really pays off! 💰🎰 No lifelines needed, no bonus rounds skipped—just pure dedication and commitment from start to finish!
Caden has officially beaten the odds, conquered the calendar, and proven that consistency is the ultimate winning strategy. When the doors opened, Caden was there. When the bell rang, Caden answered. When attendance was taken… BING! Another winning square on the board! 📊✔️
So let’s hear it for our newest attendance superstar! 👏👏👏 Caden, you’ve shown everyone that the real grand prize isn’t just the reward—it’s building habits that lead to success every single day. 🏆✨
Congratulations, Caden Thomas, our Perfect Attendance game show champion! Keep spinning that wheel of success and cashing in on those school days!
#PerfectAttendance #GameShowWinner #ShowingUpPaysOff #ElkValleyPride #LionsLead 🦁🎉

Fall 2025 Elementary Honor Roll Celebration
Our Elementary Lions have been working hard, showing determination, curiosity, and a love for learning—and it PAID OFF! 📚 🧡 We are incredibly proud to recognize these outstanding students for earning Honor Roll recognition this fall. Join us in celebrating their amazing achievements! 👏🎉
🌟 Principal’s Honor Roll
Lucy Bayless • Thomas Enderle • Hunter Hale • Apollo Parker • Jenna Ramsey • Avery Redd • Catalina Orelus • Annastasia Enderle • Clay Rogers • Jeptha Wyrick • River Boetefuer • Theodore Enderle • Braylin Farr • Adilynn Hale • Kailee Hester • Dallas Valentine • Teagan Dowell
🏅 Teacher’s Honor Roll
Krease McCabe • Freya Brown • Lincoln Gaston • Waylon Miesner • Yuna Lopez • Emilee White • Makayla Beaumont • Makelty Joseph • Emmett Shipley • Brogan Young • Jett Gaston • Walker Miesner • Conner Oden • Connor Bell • David Atkinson • Timothy Enderle • Lucas Roach • Layla Brown • Kaylee Harp • Jordan Henry • Everlee Beaumont • Benjamin Roach • Kaysen Redd • Adalee Young • Braylee Beougher
🎓 Student’s Honor Roll
George White • Treasure May • Conner Peterson • Jamesly Orelus • Camden Peterson • Isaiah Pate

Excellence. Dedication. Pride.
We are proud to recognize our Elk Valley High School and Middle School students who earned Honor Roll recognition this fall! These Lions have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their academics, and their hard work does not go unnoticed. Please help us celebrate their achievements! 👏📚
🌟 Principal’s Honor Roll
Johnny Best
Charles Kiesel
Caden Thomas
Jamee White
Kenni Hilyard
Elliott Roach
Thaddeus Trainer
🏅 Teacher’s Honor Roll
Russell Wasem
Paeshence Best
Molly Dunham
Dakota Luce
Tanner Oden
Silas Best
Denver Cascarano
Damon Rehmet
Zoey Keitzer
Nezaria Luce
Claire Alexander
Khloee Hilyard
Hunter Meadows
Noah Joseph
Abel Beaumont
Gage Meadows
Averie Oden
Dallas Best
Michael Best
Arthur Durbin
Jaelyn Wade
Heidi Price
🎓 Student’s Honor Roll
Roman Price
Matthew Roach
Hartlynn Prilliman
Hayden Journot
Ruger Harris
Xavier Price
Mason Journot
Journey Eades
Cayden Vanderpool
Colbe Wehling
Bradley Clarenson
Jevin Gaston
🧡🖤 Congratulations to all of our Elk Valley Middle School and High School Lions!
Keep striving, keep learning, and keep roaring with pride.
#ElkValleyProud #LionStrong #MSandHS #HonorRoll #AcademicExcellence

Please note the following updates to upcoming Elk Valley athletic events:
🔴 POSTPONED
January 23 – HS Girls & Boys Wrestling @ Eureka
New date: TBD
🟡 RESCHEDULED
January 24 – Archery @ Oswego
➡️ Now scheduled for February 21
🟢 AS SCHEDULED
January 22 – MS Basketball @ Thayer
January 26 – HS Boys Wrestling @ Parsons
January 26 – MS Basketball HOME
Thank you for your flexibility and continued support of Elk Valley Athletics. Please continue to check this page for any additional updates. 🖤🧡

Hold onto your hats, Lions, because we’ve got a super-duper, mega-awesome, record-breaking shoutout this week! 🦁✨ Our very own Russell Wasem has achieved the ultimate feat of educational excellence: PERFECT ATTENDANCE! That’s right, folks—Russell has shown up, stood tall, and embraced every single day like a true attendance superhero! 🦸♂️📚
We all know the saying, “Early to bed and early to rise makes a person healthy, wealthy, and wise,” but Russell is taking it to a whole new level—because at Elk Valley, showing up to school literally pays off! 💰💡 Who knew that opening your locker and walking into class could be so rewarding? Step aside, lottery tickets—Russell just proved that the real jackpot is being here every single day! 🎰📖
Let’s give it up for the dedication, the perseverance, and the unwavering commitment to learning that Russell shows every single morning. From the first bell to the final dismissal, he’s there, ready to roar with the rest of the Lions! 🦁💥
Russell, your perfect attendance is more than just a streak—it’s an inspiration to every student and teacher at Elk Valley. You’ve shown that consistency, determination, and a smile in the hallway are the real keys to success. 💪🎓
So here’s to you, Russell Wasem! May your days continue to be full of learning, laughter, and, of course, perfect attendance! Because when it comes to showing up, you’ve truly cashed in on the school day jackpot! 🏆🎉
#PerfectAttendance #LionsLead #ShowingUpPaysOff #ElkValleyPride #AttendanceHero #SchoolDayJackpot

Elk Valley Lions kick off the Spring Semester tomorrow — January 6th! We hope you’re rested, recharged, and ready for an action-packed January in the Valley of the Lions!
Get ready for:
🏀 More Middle & High School Basketball action
🤼 More Wrestling dominance on the mat
🏹 Archery locked in and on target for our first tournament
🎮 eSports battling in the KSHSAA Championship Playoffs
🇺🇸 Kansas Day celebrations and learning
There’s no slowing down as our students, athletes, and teams continue to represent Elk Valley with pride, effort, and excellence.
📌 Be sure to check out the attached Newsletter and Lunch Menu to stay up to date on everything happening this month at Elk Valley!
Let’s make January unforgettable — Go Lions! 🦁🔥


Important Update to Transportation Procedures Policy
To keep students safe and make dismissal run smoothly, any changes to your child’s transportation must be communicated to the school office no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day the change is needed.
How to Request a Change:
Changes may be made by calling the school office or by sending a written, signed note with your child.
Only a parent, guardian, or authorized emergency contact listed in the student’s records may request a transportation change.
Important Reminders:
Changes made after 3:00 p.m. cannot be guaranteed and may not be possible due to end-of-day procedures already in progress.
The school cannot accept transportation changes through email, text, ClassDojo, messages left with teachers, or handwritten notes delivered after 3:00 p.m.
If we do not receive a valid change by the deadline, your child will follow their regular dismissal plan.
🧡🖤 Elk Valley Lions Powerlifting Results – 2025 League Competition 🖤🧡
The Lions showed up strong in this year’s league-wide powerlifting event! Although this meet was completed in class, results were reported from across the entire league territory—and our athletes proved their strength in every weight class. Check out these standout performances:
🏋️♂️ Boys Results
• Mason Journot – 2nd, 114 lbs
• Damon Rehmet – 2nd, 123 lbs
• Dallas Best – 3rd, 123 lbs
• Ruger Harris – 3rd, 140 lbs
• Caden Thomas – 2nd, 148 lbs
• Hayden Journot – 5th, 172 lbs
• Charles Kiesel – 1st, 181 lbs
• Denver Cascarano – 5th, 198 lbs
• Russell Wassem – 3rd, 220 lbs
• Team Finish – 4th Place Overall!
🏋️♀️ Girls Results
• Kabella Hilyard – 2nd, 114 lbs
• Paeshence Best – 2nd, 123 lbs
• Madison Letterman – 2nd, 140 lbs
• Nezaria Luce – 4th, PWR
• Team Finish – 3rd Place Overall!
Huge congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work, discipline, and Lions pride. The orange and black were well represented—great job, athletes! 💪🦁

Join us for a festive school tradition filled with holiday cheer and a delicious Christmas meal! Families are invited to attend during their student’s scheduled lunch time:
🕒 Lunch Schedule
• PreK: 10:45 AM
• K–5th: 11:00 AM
• MS/HS: 12:00 PM
To help us prepare, please sign up by December 17th using any of the following options:
📱 Scan the QR code below
📞 Call the school at 620-642-2215
📝 Or use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPSeO7IK_-4DHbLGWZqeMz2OkgXTo0bJ2TX84D-GIumqqfJw/viewform?usp=header
We look forward to celebrating the season with our Elk Valley family! 🎁✨

Friday, December 19th | 5:30–8:00 PM
Elk Valley School Cafeteria
701 S Delaware, Longton, KS
Join us for an evening full of festive fun, great food, and holiday cheer for the whole community!
🕠 5:30–6:30 PM — Free Pancake Dinner
Start the night with a warm, delicious meal!
🎅 6:30 PM — Santa Arrives!
Goodies for the kids and a perfect holiday photo op!
🎄 6:30–8:00 PM — Christmas Games for All Ages
Fun, laughter, and friendly competition for everyone!
🎁 White Elephant Gift Exchange
Bring a wrapped $10 gift to join in!
🥫 Food Drive Donations
Canned and boxed items appreciated—let’s support local families this season!
🍿 FREE Treats All Night:
Popcorn • Cookies • Hot Chocolate • Apple Cider • Door Prizes!
👕 Dress for Holiday Spirit!
Wear your ugly Christmas sweater or festive PJs for a chance to win prizes!
A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing donors who make this event possible!
Come celebrate the season with us—everyone is welcome! 🎁✨

The mats are set, the wrestlers are ready, and the 2025-2026 season kicks off THIS WEEK! Don’t miss the first meets of the season:
🏆 Girls Meet: Friday, December 5th at Caney
🏆 Boys Meet: Saturday, December 6th at Caney
Check out the full schedule so you can cheer on our Lions all season long:
📅 Elk Valley Wrestling 2025-2026 Schedule
12/5/25 – Caney – Girls
12/6/25 – Caney – Boys
12/20/25 – Cherryvale – Both
1/17/26 – Labette County – Both
1/23/26 – Eureka – Both
1/26/26 – Parsons – Boys
1/31/26 – Fredonia – Both
2/13-14/26 – Regionals – TBA – Girls
2/21/26 – Regionals – TBA – Boys
💪 Come support our athletes, feel the energy, and roar with pride in Orange & Black! Go Lions! 🖤🧡

Varsity goes head-to-head with Royal Valley High School
Junior Varsity battles Kapaun MT Carmel Catholic High School
📺 Catch all the live action here: https://www.twitch.tv/elkvalleylions
Let’s show our Lions some serious support!
#KSHSAAEsports 💻🏆
#ElkValleyEsports #GameOn #LionsLead



