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The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has released the latest APR scores for school districts across the state. First, we’d like to explain a little more about what these results are and what they mean for our district.

Grain Valley South Middle School Art Teacher Codi Byington is no stranger to creating fun and engaging lessons for students. Over the past couple of years, Byington saw an opportunity to partner with a local shelter and give students the chance to create art, while also giving back to the community.

During the Class 5 District 4 Cross Country Meet on Saturday, November 1, senior Landon Blew made impressive strides as he qualified for the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Championship.

The Grain Valley High School (GVHS) Cheer team knows a thing or two about winning. Over the years, GVHS Cheer has claimed over a dozen state titles, and this year, another was added. But the road to the State Tournament was not easy.

During the October Board of Education meeting, several students were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments and dedication to their academic journey. Congratulations to these five students for their hard work and dedication.

The Grain Valley High School (GVHS) softball team continues to strike out the competition as they officially move on to the State Tournament. This marks just the second time in school history that the softball team has advanced to state — the first being in 2012, when the team brought home second place.

October 20–24 is National School Bus Safety Week. Nearly 25–26 million students ride a school bus each year, and while not every student relies on a school bus to get to and from school each day, many may still rely on this form of transportation for other purposes, such as field trips, sporting events, and academic activities.

When you think of the month of October, thoughts of the trees changing colors, crisp leaves falling, and cooler weather probably all cross your mind. For many, a weekend full of football is a fall time staple, for public school districts across America, Friday night lights are a time for the community to come together and celebrate their hometown.

Each year during Hispanic Heritage Month, the United States celebrates, honors, and recognizes the histories and contributions that Hispanic and Latino cultures have made to our country.

The Grain Valley Lady Eagles Volleyball team is setting their eyes on success as they near the end of the regular season.

Can you dig it? The Grain Valley Marching Eagles competition season is off to a great start!

It was an inning that couldn’t have been drawn up more perfectly as the Grain Valley Eagles varsity softball team grabbed their bats for their game against Fort Osage High School.

The first day of school is Tuesday, August 19. The Back-to-School Guide provides information on school supply lists, lunch menus, Valley Kids Before and After School Program, etc.

Matthews Elementary starts this school year over-capacity, and our other three elementary schools are approaching capacity.