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After School Program starts TODAY!! Program runs until 5:30. K-12 students had to be signed up for the program in order to attend. Call the office with questions.

🏈 Elk Valley School Spirit Day! 🏈 Get ready to kick off the NFL season in style, Elk Valley! This Thursday, September 5th, we're celebrating School Spirit Day supporting the Kansas City Chiefs' opening game! 🎉 🟥 Wear your red and yellow to show your Chiefs pride! 🏆 Let's unite as a community and cheer on the back-to-back Super Bowl champs as they begin their journey to defend the title. 📸 Don’t forget to snap some pics in your Chiefs gear and tag us! Let’s paint Elk Valley red and yellow! 🏟️ #ChiefsKingdom #ElkValleyPride #SchoolSpiritDay #NFLKickoff #RunItBack

Archery shot Pool today! Save that eight ball for last!

🎲📚 Exciting day at Elk Valley Elementary! Our first graders had a blast practicing their addition skills using dice. 🎉 Watching these young learners roll the dice and add up the numbers was pure joy. Learning math has never been so much fun! Great job, little mathematicians! 🌟 Check out these adorable moments from today's activity. 👇 #ElkValleyElementary #MathIsFun #FirstGradeMath #YoungLearners #DiceAddition #FutureGeniuses

🦁 Elk Valley Lions - Get Ready for an Action-Packed September! 🦁 Hey, Elk Valley community! September is here, and it’s time to rally behind our Lions as they take on the competition in volleyball, esports, and football! 🏐🎮🏈 Whether you’re a fan of fast-paced volleyball matches, thrilling esports tournaments, or Friday night football under the lights, we’ve got something for everyone this month. Your support is what drives our teams to success, so let’s fill the stands, tune in online, and make some noise for the Lions! 📅 Event Calendar & Lunch Menu: We’ve got all the details lined up for you in our September event calendar. Plus, check out the lunch menu to see what delicious meals are being served up. Make sure you don’t miss a single game or a tasty bite! Join us in making September a month to remember—let’s show that Lion pride and support our athletes every step of the way! #ElkValleyLions #SeptemberSports #Volleyball #Esports #Football #LionPride

The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential. Selected Scholars will receive funding for the full cost of attendance to earn a bachelor’s degree, that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index, as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the methodology used by a Scholar’s college or university. Costs covered include tuition, fees, books, and food and housing, and may include additional personal costs. TGS also provides Scholars with various online support services designed to help them excel in their degree programs, graduate, and make a successful transition to their chosen careers. These include career services, mentoring, leadership development, wellness, and knowledge building. Eligibility requirements: A high school senior From at least one of the following ethnicities: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian/Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American Pell-eligible A US citizen, national, or permanent resident In a good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university. *For American Indian/Alaska Native, proof of tribal enrollment will be required. An ideal candidate will also have: An outstanding academic record in high school (in the top 10% of his/her graduating class) Demonstrated leadership ability (e.g., as shown through participation in community service, extracurricular, or other activities) Exceptional personal success skills (e.g., emotional maturity, motivation, perseverance, etc.) Application deadline: Phase I of the application opened July 15, with a submission deadline of Sunday, September 15, 2024, 2:00 PM PT.

💼 Mr. Russell’s Business Essentials Class Explores Profit and Risk with the Card Game PIT! 💼 Today, students in Mr. Russell’s Business Essentials class at Elk Valley High School took a deep dive into the concepts of profit and risk—key elements in any successful business strategy. And what better way to understand these ideas than through a hands-on, fast-paced game of PIT? 🎲📈 Here’s how they connected the game to real-world business: Understanding Profit: In PIT, students learned that to "corner the market" on a commodity, they need to make strategic trades to maximize their cards—just like businesses work to maximize profit by managing resources effectively. The thrill of gaining all nine cards in a suit gave them a taste of how businesses feel when they hit profit goals! Managing Risk: The game’s chaotic trading environment helped students experience the uncertainty businesses face. With every trade, they had to weigh the risk of losing out on a better opportunity versus the potential gain. This real-time decision-making mirrored the challenges companies face when navigating market risks. Strategy in Action: By organizing their cards and choosing which commodity to focus on, students practiced strategic thinking—critical in managing profit and risk in the business world. This interactive lesson wasn’t just fun—it was a powerful way for our future business leaders to connect classroom concepts to real-world scenarios. We’re excited to see them apply these lessons as they continue exploring the business world! #ElkValleyHigh #BusinessEssentials #ProfitAndRisk #HandsOnLearning #FutureBusinessLeaders

Your Elk Valley Lions eSports Squad is headed to the State Fair to compete in the inaugural High School Esports Competition. Friday, September 13th - 9:00 am-1:00 pm New to the fair this year is the High School Esports Competition sponsored by XP League of Wichita. Schools from around the state will come together in Dillon Hall inside the Encampment Building to compete for the title of esports champion of the Kansas State Fair. During this inaugural year, the students will be playing Valorant in a 5v5 format with a maximum of 16 teams allowed. A small number of spectators will be allowed inside the gaming area, so you are welcome to bring a cheering section to represent your school.

Congratulations to Keith Rehmet on being randomly selected to win the prize pack from the Open House Scavenger Hunt!

This fall, Elk Valley is offering three dynamic courses designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the business world: 1. Business Essentials: Acquire a broad understanding of essential business concepts. This course covers everything from industry trends and business management to ethical decision-making, equipping you with the knowledge to thrive in any business setting. Perfect for those seeking to build a strong foundation in business fundamentals. 2. Business Communications: Master the art of professional communication. From speaking and writing to utilizing technology effectively, this course covers all aspects of communication critical to success in any business environment. 3. Business Law: Build a strong foundation in legal principles and explore various areas of law, including criminal, civil, contract, and more. #ElkValley #Fall2024 #BusinessEssentials #BusinessCommunications #BusinessLaw #CareerGrowth #CareerTechnicalEducation

Free School Supplies Event Sunday, August 4 6:00-7:30PM Calvary Chapel of Elk Falls Come and get all of your school supplies for the upcoming school year for FREE! Available to all Elk Valley students

📚🍎 **August Back-to-School Cafeteria Menu! 🍎📚 Hello Elk Valley families! As we gear up for an exciting new school year, we're thrilled to unveil our delicious and nutritious August cafeteria menu. Our team has crafted meals that will fuel our students' minds and bodies, ensuring they're ready to tackle every challenge that comes their way! Every meal is prepared with the utmost care to ensure freshness, flavor, and nutrition. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and see those happy, healthy faces in the cafeteria! 🌟 Stay tuned for more updates and have a fantastic start to the school year! 🎒✏️ #ElkValleySchools #BackToSchool #HealthyMeals #SchoolLunch

🎉🐾 Elk Valley Summer Program Field Trip Announcement! 🐾🎉 We are thrilled to announce that students with perfect attendance and exemplary behavior will be visiting Tanganyika Wildlife Park! 🎒🦓 📅 Date: Wednesday, June 12th 🕒 Return Time: By 4:30 PM Important Reminders: - Wear comfortable walking shoes 👟 - Dress in suitable clothes for outdoor activities 👕 - Don't forget your sunscreen! ☀️ Let's make this an unforgettable adventure! 🧡🖤 Elk Valley Summer Program 🖤🧡

🎓🚀 Exciting News from Our Students! 🚀🎓 We're thrilled to share the incredible projects our 4th - 12th grade summer program students have been working on! 🌟 They've embarked on a journey to explore various career paths, setting SMART goals, diving deep into research, and even spotlighting famous figures in their chosen fields. 📚💼 From aspiring doctors to future engineers, our students are showcasing their dedication and passion for their dream careers. Stay tuned for some inspiring insights into the next generation of professionals! 🌟 #FutureLeaders #CareerExploration #StudentProjects

Elk Valley featured as an eMints Success for designing a school and community legacy.

Loads of fun during the first day of Summer Program at Elk Valley! K-3 Students explored how understanding feelings helps us be better friends. Had fun with parachutes and jumping. Learned about pendulums and experimented with making their own. And had a visit from Mrs. Jenny from the KState Extension and learned about the layers for the Earth in fun and tasty ways!

Summer Program is getting SMART 4th-12th kicked off the week with learning about SMART Goals and Career Exploration. Tomorrow they will dive deeper into Career Pathways, what to do, how to get there, and the skills needed for success!

Summer is here and Elk Valley is offering free breakfast and lunches to youth ages 1-18! Breakfast: 7:30-8:00 Lunch: 11:10-11:40 These meals will only be offered during these times. Please ensure you arrive early!

Congratulations to Jacen Gaston and Lanee Shipley for being chosen as two of a little more than 50 Outstanding Incoming Seniors across the entire state of Kansas for the 19th Youth Civic Leadership Institute! Youth Civic Leadership Institute (YCLI) is an exciting summer leadership opportunity sponsored by the Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas for incoming high school seniors. The three-day, two-night program welcomes Kansas students nominated by their principals, counselors, and teachers. The program includes a variety of speakers, outings, workshops, and brainstorming sessions focusing on the importance of civic engagement in our democracy. A highlight of the program is a visit to the State Capitol in Topeka to meet with state leaders. This leadership opportunity is provided at no cost to students accepted to the program. https://doleinstitute.org/civic-engagement-education/youth-civic-leadership-institute/

Are you ready for Elk Valley's Summer Program? 4th-12th Grade students are in for some exciting educational experiences! June 3-6: Discover Your Future! Goals Setting - SMART goals and your future! Navigating Your Future - What to do and how to get there! Bringing Goals to Life - Compiling your future presentations Career Showcase - Join us for an afternoon of live presentations on student careers June 10-13: Wonders of Science Physics - Strength of Arches Biology - Ecosystems and Me Chemistry - Thermochromatic Playdoh June 17-20: State Rivalries Through Food South Dakota: Chislic VS. North Dakota: Lefse West Virginia: Pepperoni Rolls VS. Virginia: Peanut Soup Iowa: Sweet Corn VS. Indiana: Smash Burgers Massachusetts: Ice Cream VS. Delaware: Scrapple June 24-27: Lifelong Hobbies Art - Freeform Sculpture Games - Board and Virtual Physical Outdoors - Horseshoes, Bocce, & Cornhole