Blue Valley Schools 2016–17 Testingthe records. Such form shall be Testing MAP assessments in reading and math will beavailable to parents and to the given August 22 through October 7 and April 17district official responsible for record MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessments, through May 12 to students in kindergarten throughmaintenance as a means of auditing developed by the Northwest Evaluation Association eighth grade. Some students may also be tested inthe operation of the system. When (NWEA), are computerized, adaptive assessments that December or early January. These tests will providea student reaches 18 years of age or provide educators with information they can use to results that can be used to:is attending an institution of post- improve teaching and learning. MAP for primary gradessecondary education, the permission is given to students in kindergarten and first grade while Identify the skills and concepts individualor consent required of and the rights students in grades two through eight continue to take students have learned;afforded to the parents of the student the regular MAP assessment. The assessments, regardless Diagnose instructional needs;shall thereafter be accorded to the of level, adapt to the student’s ability, accurately Monitor academic growth over time;student. A school may continue to measuring what a child knows and needs to learn. MAP Make data-driven decisions at the classroom,disclose student information from tests also allow teachers to measure individual student school and district levels; andeducational records to the parents academic growth over time, independent of grade level Place new students into appropriate instructionalof the student, without the student’s or age. programs.consent, if the student is claimed as adependent for tax purposes. Individual student scores are available immediately after MAP tests are easy to administer and each testing. The reports, available to teachers within 24 computer-based assessment takes about 30Annual hours, provide teachers with timely access to information minutes for younger students, to about an hourNotification they can use for instructional planning and school for older students. improvement.Notification of the rights of students Typically, students will complete two tests (readingand their parents shall be included NWEA has a large, national norm-referenced group, and mathematics) during the fall and springin the official district Parent Handbook. providing highly accurate, norm-referenced scores. MAP testing cycles. Parents will receive an individualized results, however, go beyond ranking student achievement report for each child and a letter explaining theBOE Amended 13 April 2015 to identify the skills and concepts a student knows and scores within a month following the close of the what he or she needs to learn in order to keep growing. testing window. With accurate, timely information on an individual student’s needs, teachers can target instruction so every student can learn and grow.FERPA continued from page 44 Authorized persons to whom a student has applied for or from whom a student has received financial aid;**A school official is a person employed by the school as an administrator,supervisor, instructor or support-staff member (including health or medical State and local officials or authorities to whom such information isstaff and law enforcement unit personnel); the school board (in executive specifically required to be reported or disclosed pursuant to statesession); a person or company with whom the school has contracted to statutes;perform a special task; or a parent or student serving on an official committeesuch as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school Organizations conducting studies for educational agencies for the purposeofficial in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate of developing, validating or administering student tests or programs;educational interest if the official needs to review an education record inorder to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Accrediting organizations;Student education records may be disclosed to the following persons Parents of a student 18 years of age if parents claim the student as awithout the prior consent of the parents: dependent for tax purposes; Other school officials, including teachers within the district who have Appropriate persons if knowledge of any information is necessary to legitimate educational interests; protect the health or safety of the student or other persons in an emergency; Officials of other schools or school systems in which the student intends to enroll. The school district will forward student records to such An agency caseworker or representative of a state or local child welfare institutions without further notice to the parents or eligible student agency or tribal organization who has the right to access a student’s case when the disclosure is initiated by a parent or eligible student or an plan when such agency or organization is legally responsible for the care annual notice provided to parents and eligible students by the district and protection of the student and when any further disclosure of such informs them that such records will be automatically disclosed to these information thereby will be limited in accordance with law; and institutions for the purposes of enrollment or transfer of the student; In compliance with a lawfully issued subpoena or judicial order. 47
Parent District HandbookTesting ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE ACT and SAT school codes: BVH – 172-820 The class of 2015 scored well-above BVN – 172-294 their national and state peers BVNW – 172-296 on the ACT and the SAT. BVSW – 172-302 The ACT composite was 25.4. BVW – 172-821 The district SAT composite was 1864. Obtain a registration packet from your counseling office. You may also register online 2016-17 Test/Assessment Schedule with a credit card at This schedule covers general all-pupil assessments required by the district www.collegeboard.com (SAT) and/or state. Additional district- or building-wide assessments may be administered in various content areas and courses. or www.act.org (ACT). Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) ACT/SAT Testing Schedule Reading and Math, grades K-8 Fall: August 22-October 7, 2016 ACT Registration Deadline Spring: April 17-May 12, 2017 PSAT 8/9 Test Date August 5, 2016 Grade 8 September 16, 2016 Date of testing determined by building; Fall/Winter 2016-17 September 10, 2016 November 4, 2016 Grade 9 October 22, 2016 January 13, 2017 October 19, 2016 December 10, 2016 March 3, 2017 OECD Test for Schools, based on PISA February 11, 2017 May 5, 2017 Representative sample of 15-year-old students April 8, 2017 Date of testing determined by building; Winter 2016-17 June 10, 2017 ELPA 21 (dates anticipated) ELL students grades K-12 SAT (dates anticipated) February-April 2017 Kansas Assessment Program NOTE: Registration deadline for SAT is typically 20 days before the (dates anticipated) test date. English Language Arts and Mathematics Test Date Grades 3-8, 10 March 21-April 28, 2017 October 1, 2016 Science November 5, 2016 Grades 5, 8 and 11 December 3, 2016 March 21-April 28, 2017 January 21, 2017 (Dates are subject to change.) March 11, 2017 May 6, 201748 June 3, 2017 PSAT October 19, 2016 (Register with your high school)
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17Graduation Requirements GraduationBoard Policy 3410 Alternative Methods of Earning Credit Toward GraduationCredits Required for Graduation The use of alternative programs by students for satisfaction of graduationCandidates for graduation from the district must have successfully requirements must have prior written approval.completed a minimum of 24 units of credit in grades 9-12. Specific subjectfield requirements in grades 9-12 are as follows: LEGAL REFERENCE: Alternative methods of earning credit are available1. English Language Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 units to students, as described in the State of Kansas 701 Bulletin dated May 1, English Language Arts 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit 1983. Alternative programs include the following: English Language Arts 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit English Language Arts 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Independent study; English Language Arts 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Competency examination; Part-time cooperative training program; or Contemporary Communications Adult education; Military service educational experience;2. Social Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 units Work/study programs; A World History course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Alternative graduation requirements as outlined in students’ Individual American History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit American Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 unit Education Plan (IEP); Social Studies (elective) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 unit Homebound and hospitalized students; Correspondence courses; or3. Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 units Principal’s discretion based on course content/curriculum. A biological science course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit A physical science course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit BOE Amended 12 May 2014 1 additional science course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Early Graduation4. Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 units Board Policy 34505. Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Students meeting graduation requirements and wishing to graduate early6. Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 unit may do so.7. Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit Procedures used by high school students to give notice about their intentions shall be efficient and well-publicized to students and their8. Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 unit parents annually.9. Electives (selected by the student) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1/2 units Students who graduate early shall be invited to participate in the graduation exercises conducted at the end of the school year in which they receive their diploma. BOE Amended 10 July 2000 49
Parent District HandbookSchool AssignmentAssignment to and Transfer Between District SchoolsBoard Policy 3130 A student shall be required to attend the school designated for the basis of the educational needs and interests of the student as well as attendance area in which the student resides, unless the superintendent or the educational needs and interests of the students in the sending his/her designee approves a transfer based on the exceptional circumstances and receiving schools. Educational needs and interests of the students outlined in this policy. and schools shall include, but not be limited to, these: (1) functional enrollment numbers for the current year as well as other impacted 1. Superintendent-initiated transfer years; (2) class sizes; (3) adequate program flexibility and efficiency; and (4) staffing. Transfers for special education purposes will be processed The superintendent may transfer a student from his/her assigned school by the school’s special services team. to any school in the district whenever such transfer is determined to be in the best interests of the student and the district. 4. Procedure for transfer requests 2. Transfer from a new school a. A request for transfer for the next school year must be submitted in writing on a form provided by the district. That form shall All students living within the attendance area assigned to a new school include pertinent information from this policy and shall include shall be required to attend the new school for at least one semester or a parent signature line to indicate parental understanding of five months, whichever is shorter, before they may request a transfer. this policy. Students who have b. The superintendent or his/ transferred to a her designee shall approve or school outside of disapprove each request for their attendance area, transfer and shall notify the referred to as “transfer requesting party in writing. A school,” at least one copy of each approved transfer semester before the shall be provided to the sending opening of a new school and to the receiving school may continue school. Unless otherwise to attend the transfer indicated, an approved transfer school as long as the shall be effective only for the new school’s attendance next school year and must be area is not being created renewed annually. to relieve enrollment pressures at the transfer 5. Transportation school. If the new school’s attendance As a condition for approval of any area is being created transfer request, the requesting to relieve enrollment party shall be required to sign a pressures at the transfer form provided by the district to school, then students waive that student’s right to free at the transfer school transportation that otherwise may who are living within have been granted by reason of board the attendance area policy or state statute. assigned to the new school shall be required 6. Eligibility for student activities to attend the new school for at least Any student who transfers to a school one semester or five outside of his or her attendance area months, whichever is shall be subject to eligibility rules shorter, before they may request a transfer. adopted by the board. 3. Student/parent-initiated transfer 7. Twelfth grade non-resident student transfers A request for transfer of a student from one school to another may be A 12th grade student who has moved out of the district may apply made by a student who is 18 years of age or older or by a parent under to the superintendent to remain, on a non-tuition basis, at the exceptional circumstances and for justifiable reasons. Such a request district high school that he or she attended in 11th grade. As used shall be considered by the superintendent or his/her designee on the in this policy, “12th grade” begins upon completion of the last day of school of the 11th grade.50 BOE Amended 12 July 2010
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17 TransportationKansas Unsafe School Choice Stay Connected(Transfer) Option Please check Durham’s website, www.bluevalleydurham.com, to sign up forAny individual student who becomes a victim of a felony criminal offense TextCaster (annual registration required) and E-Link. TextCaster provides parentsthat was committed within the school or on the grounds of the school the information via text message in the event their student’s bus is delayed. E-Linkstudent attends during regular school hours or during school-sponsored provides parents up-to-date information throughout the year on their student’sevents and which resulted in a conviction or adjudication, must be able to current bus stop location and pick-up time.transfer immediately to a different school within the district. Bus Safety RegulationsFor the purposes of this option, a felony criminal offense is defined asany of the following offenses: crimes against persons which constitute 1. Passengers must be on time.the commission of a felony, including murder, aggravated assault, battery, 2. Bus passengers must conduct themselves in a safe manner while waitingcriminal threat, hazing, kidnapping, robbery, burglary and stalking; sexcrimes such as rape, aggravated indecent liberties with a child, indecent for the bus.solicitation of a child, sexual battery, sexual exploitation of a child and 3. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting tosodomy; or child abuse or terroristic threat. board the bus, both at the bus stop and at school.Transportation 4. The driver is in charge of the passengers and the bus. ClassroomThe state of Kansas currently provides free bus transportation to those conduct must be observed by all passengers.students who live 2.5 or more miles from school. The mileage is figured by 5. Personal electronic devices may be used if it does not become ameasuring the most direct route from the student’s house to the school. distraction for the driver. Cell phones should be set on vibrate.Free transportation also will be provided for students who qualify for the 6. Keep hands and head inside the bus at all times.federal free lunch program and for children enrolled in some special 7. Assist in keeping the bus safe and clean at all times.education classes. 8. Damage to seats, etc., must be paid for by the offender. 9. Passengers must never tamper with the controls or the equipment onBus transportation may be available for parents who want to purchaseservice for children who live fewer than 2.5 miles from school. Information the bus.about mileage and attendance areas may be obtained from the school or 10. Keep books, packages, coats, feet and all other objects out of the aisle.by calling (913) 239-4676. Large objects that cannot be held in a student’s lap will not be transportedDurham School Services will provide bus transportation for district on the bus.students. Questions about bus routes or transportation fees should be 11. Do not throw anything out of the bus windows.directed to Durham at (913) 681-2492. 12. Passengers are not permitted to leave their seats while the bus is in motion.The cost for paid transportation (FareRide) is $370 per year for those who 13. Bus driver and/or school personnel may assign permanent bus seats, forregister after July 1. Yearly registration is required. Enrollees prior to July any and all students.1 receive an early enrollment discount and pay $270 per year, with the full 14. Absolute quiet is a must when the bus is approaching a railroad crossingprice due after that date. Payride discount plans for round-trip service will stop.only be instituted for families with multiple children. The first child is full 15. No glass containers, weapons or animals are allowed on the bus.price. The second child will be $249. The price for all children after that will 16. The bus contractor shall not be required to transport a student when thebe $224. New students to the district who enroll after July 1 will be eligible student’s conduct endangers the safety of others; when he/she commitsfor a 20 percent discount from full fare. acts of vandalism; uses obscene language or unacceptable gestures; or commits moral offenses.All patrons who desire bus transportation should know 17. The use of tobacco, liquor or illegal drugs on the bus or at the bus stop is that there is a July 22 deadline for registration. prohibited and shall be reason for suspension of transportation. 18. Prior to boarding and following departure from the bus, studentsAny questions about this deadline should be directed to Blue Valley crossing the street are to walk at least ten feet in front of the busSchools at (913) 239-4676 or Durham School Services at (913) 681-2492. and wait for driver’s signal to cross. 19. The driver will not discharge passengers at places other than the regularDoor-to-door service will not be provided. Students are asked to walk to assigned bus stop or at school, unless a note from the parent/guardian isdesignated bus stops to board the bus. While Durham, through the district, sent with the student to school or is signed by a school official.does attempt to provide time schedules for bus stops, these schedulesare a guide only, and students should be prepared for the bus to arrive Discipline Proceduresanywhere from five minutes earlier to five minutes later than the schedule.In case of severe weather, the district cannot guarantee that buses will run Misconduct notices will be given for misbehavior on the bus. Whenon schedule. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding when misconduct notices are received, they must be signed by the parent/weather-related delays occur. guardian and returned to the driver the next day. Conduct which causes extreme safety problems may cause transportation privileges to be suspended. If this happens, parents/guardians will be notified directly. Should a third notice be necessary, suspension from bus transportation will occur. Parents/guardians will be notified by a school building 51 representative.
Parent District HandbookProgramsBlue Valley Educational Foundation Before and After School ProgramSince 1990, the Blue Valley Educational Foundation (BVEF) has funded more Y-Clubthan $4 million in grants, programs and scholarships that empower teachersand enrich student learning. In celebration of its 25th anniversary in 2015-16, YMCA School-Age offers continuous service before and/or after schoolBVEF funded a $5,000 grant at every Blue Valley school and at the following programming throughout the school year. All Blue Valley elementary schoolsdistrict-wide programs: CAPS, ACCESS, Blue Valley Academy, Parents as provide before and after school Y-Club. Fees are based on enrollment and notTeachers, Early Childhood programs, Wilderness Science Center and the attendance. There are no pro-rated weekly fees for school holidays*.English Language Learners program. Sessions and hours are as follows:BVEF also provided significant funding for district-wide Goal 2 programs that Before school 7 - 8:30 a.m.support student wellness, character education and personal responsibility. After school 3:30 - 6 p.m.Anniversary grants included technology, makerspace components, 3-D No school day (NSD) care* 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. (at selected sites)printers, author and artist visits, and library materials. School vacation and holiday break NSD care is available. Information about this,BVEF administers the Sunflower Ambassador character education program, as well as registration information, can be obtained by calling the YMCA atwhich honors students and staff in each school who exemplify the seven (913) 345-9622 or visiting www.kansascityymca.org.Blue Valley Virtues. (* No charge for the two weeks of winter break and one week of springThese grants and programs touch all Blue Valley students, preparing them to break.)be productive community members and enhancing learning in and out of theclassroom. BVEF relies on contributions from individuals, businesses and otherorganizations for support. Gifts may be in cash, securities, other assets or in-kind donations. All contributions are tax deductible within applicable limits.To contribute, please contact BVEF at (913) 239-4622 or visit www.bvef.org. Parents as Visitor/Employee Badges Teachers Blue Valley administrators are required to keep all of their exterior The Blue Valley building doors locked during the school day, with the exception Parents as Teachers of the main entrance. This measure assists the administrators in (PAT) program is a controlling access to their facility. In conjunction with this procedure, free, voluntary service it is requested that all visitors enter buildings via the main doors and designed to help district report to the office to obtain a visitor’s badge. Visitors are required families with children to display their badges while in the building in order to assist the staff ages birth through 36 and students in recognizing them as approved guests. Visitors should months old. Right from return their badges to the Administrative Office upon their departure. the start, Blue Valley parent educators give Employees are required to display their assigned Blue Valley parents the knowledge and the skills to do a good job. As their child’s first identification badge when they are in any district building. This photo teacher, parents can make a difference. identification readily identifies a person as a Blue Valley employee and promotes an atmosphere of security throughout district facilities. Services include home visits, weekly play groups, a resource center, Any lost or stolen badges should be reported immediately to the developmental screenings and group connections. While Blue Valley’s Safety and Security department at (913) 239-4007. PAT continues to be a universal access program, recent changes in Kansas funding sources require that we prioritize services to qualifying families. For more information on the PAT program call (913) 624-2800 or visit www.bluevalleyk12.org /HLC.52
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17 CommunicationCommunication Apps for Blue Valley Families on the go!Blue Valley Schools provides many ways for the community to receive district-and school-related information. PVUE – The PVUE mobile application helpsBlue Valley Today Blue Valley parents stay informed and connectedDistrict Newsmagazine by providing day-to-day insight into their child’s academic experience. PVUE Mobile is available onBlue Valley Today is a newsmagazine published quarterly that provides patrons the iTunes App Store and Google Play, offeringinformation about the district, as well as inspiring success stories about students parents a single sign-on to view all of their children’s informationand staff. Readers will learn about district programs and how they are helping each regardless of school. PVUE Mobile works with the district’s studentBlue Valley student experience the opportunity for unprecedented academic information system in much the same way as ParentVUE online,success and unparalleled personal growth. Blue Valley Today is mailed directly to allowing parents to access real-time information on assignmentspatrons and is available on the district website. and scores, attendance and demographic information.Website The Blue Valley Schools App – TheBlue Valley Schools invites the community to explore the district’s website, Blue Valley Schools App provides on-the-gowww.bluevalleyk12.org. As one of the district’s most powerful communication and parents, students and employees quick access toreference tools, the site provides visitors quick and easy access to the information all things Blue Valley, including district news, lunchthey want most. Learn about exciting Blue Valley programs, read success stories menus, calendars, school-specific information andabout outstanding students and staff, locate contact information and more. more. With a simple touch of the finger, users can customize the app to fit their needs. The Blue Valley Schools App is available forSocial Media free download through the iTunes App Store and Google Play.Follow Blue Valley Schools on Facebook and @bvschools on Twitter for day-to-day Blue Valley Alertsdistrict news and happenings. Videos about Blue Valley students and staff arefeatured at youtube.com/bvschools. For information about the district’s emergency notification system, please refer to page 12 of this handbook, or visit www.bluevalleyk12.org/bvalerts to sign up. BVTV BVTV programming supports the district’s mission and vision by providing educational programming that showcases teaching and learning in Blue Valley. BVTV programming tells stories about the personal and academic growth of students and how staff support student learning. BVTV also provides students from Blue Valley’s high schools an authentic learning experience in the field of broadcasting and video production. BVTV broadcasts on Time Warner and Comcast Channel 18 at various times during the week. Go to www.bluevalleyk12.org/bvtv to see the programming guide. 53
Parent District Handbook Communication Email New email address? Open, effective school-to-home communication is a vital part Please let us know! Go to of providing an Education Beyond Expectations. www.bluevalleyk12.org and use ParentVUE or contact your school office Email is one of the primary tools for communication in Blue Valley. to update your email address. Parents can utilize email for: Teacher-to-home communication; School-to-home communication; and District-to-home communication If your email address changes, please let the school office know as soon as possible and provide an updated email address. Families who don’t have an email address or don’t have the ability to send and receive emails should contact the school office to discuss alternatives. Unsubscribing from Email It is important to know that if you receive a message from your child’s school or the district and you choose to unsubscribe, you will be unsubscribed from all Blue Valley emails.54
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17 CommunicationOnline Services for Blue Valley Pay Fees Online*Families Parents can conveniently add money to school lunch accounts orNew technology allows parents to access student, school and district pay other school fees online.information online – from their computer or mobile device. Blue Valleyparents have access to a set of online services to help them stay informed Online Registration*about the academic progress of their child, pay a variety of fees and keepup with the latest school and district news. (*Note: services noted with an The process for registering students for school is available online atasterisk are password protected. Contact your child’s school if you are new www.bluevalleyk12.org /registration. New families to Blue Valleyto Blue Valley or do not know your username and password.) should contact the school prior to registering online.ParentVUE* NEWPe!achjarParentVUE allows parents timely access to student Peachjar is Blue Valley’s electronic flyer communication tool usedinformation. Attendance, course requests, credits exclusively for electronic distribution of district-approved flyers. Toearned, current year grades and health screening learn more about Peachjar or to set up user preferences, visit theresults are just some of the types of information homepage of Blue Valley’s website, www.bluevalleyk12.org, andavailable online. (Information available varies by grade click on the Peachjar eflyer button.level.) The PVUE mobile application is available on the iTunes App Store and Google Play. For more information see page 53. 55
Parent District Handbook Board Advisory Committees Board Advisory Committees Advisory committees are a valuable resource to Blue Valley Schools. Patron membership on these committees is critical. The committees study important topics and make recommendations to the board of education. They also help facilitate communication between district patrons and the board. There are seven standing committees. Curriculum and Instruction Finance Reviews new and revised district curriculum as well as Reviews business activity and financial reports for the school district. Reports are studies topics related to curriculum and instruction. provided related to operating, special revenue, capital projects and bond funds. Discusses monthly bids and contracts recommended for board approval in addition Design and Construction to claims, disbursements and special fund transfers. Reviews design concepts and budgets for new buildings Facility Planning and major renovations. Reviews and advises the board on construction and facility-related issues such as bids, Examines and evaluates boundary alternatives and recommends a comprehensive change orders, special agreements, easements, consulting boundary master plan to the board of education. Typically meets to recommend and construction contracts. boundaries for new schools and on an as-needed basis.56
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17Board Advisory CommitteesStudent Activities Technology Discusses district student activity and athletic programs Reviews, advises and recommends strategic and tactical plans to regulated by the Kansas State High School Activities Association implement and use technology in all areas of district operations. (KSHSAA), general issues that result from the operation of such programs and searches for ways to enhance all such programs to better meet the needs of students.Student Services Reviews topics and programs related to student services, including guidance and counseling, health services, student wellness, special education, Parents as Teachers and English Language Learners. Committee members are appointed prior to the school year and serve two-year terms. The application process occurs during the spring. Interested patrons who would like to serve on a committee can complete a committee application online at www.bluevalleyk12.org. For additional information, call (913) 239-4020. 57
Parent District HandbookCHECKLIST2016-17 BACK-TO-SCHOOLPencils TAX-DEDUCTIBLEPaper DONATION TOBackpack BLUE VALLEY EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION!HONOR ROLL $ 30 BVEF has funded grants and programs totaling moreSCHOLAR $ 50 than $4 million in support of educational excellenceVALEDICTORIAN $ 100 district-wide.– 1 DISTRICT ACTIVITY PASSPRINCIPAL’S CIRCLE $ 250– 2 DISTRICT ACTIVITY PASSESSUPERINTENDENT’S CABINET $ 500– INCLUDES ALL OTHER LEVELS’ BENEFITSFOUR EASY WAYS TO CONTRIBUTE:1) Enclosed is a check. 4) If you register with ParentVUE2) Online at www.bvef.org Mastercard at http://www.bluevalleyk12.org – Click on CONTRIBUTE – Make District Fee Payments3) Please charge my Visa – Pay School Fees – Contribute to BV Ed Foundation Gift 2016-17 In the amount of $____________________________________________________ Card Number_______________________________ Exp. Date_________________ Card Signature________________________________________________________ Name_______________________________________________________________ Street Address_______________________________________________________ City____________________________________State________Zip______________ Blue Valley School affiliation____________________________________________ Email_______________________________________________________________ Yes, I work for a company that will match this donation and the form is enclosed. www.bvef.orgPlease complete and return this form to the Foundation office along with your tax-deductibledonation. Make checks payable to the Blue Valley Educational Foundation and mail to: BVEF,15020 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66223. Questions? Call 913-239-4053.
Blue Valley Schools 2016–17 A Message from Your SuperintendentFall 2016Blue Valley Schools15020 Metcalf Ave., P.O. Box 23901Overland Park, KS 66283-0901RE: New School YearDear Blue Valley Families:I am truly humbled and honored to be the next superintendent ofBlue Valley Schools. The 2016-17 school year is upon us, bringinganother year filled with opportunities for Blue Valley students togrow both personally and academically. This year I look forward tohonoring the district’s past and building upon previous achievementsas we look toward the future. Blue Valley is truly a special place becauseof its engaged, forward looking community. From dedicated teachers,administrators and support staff, to our business partners, students and communitymembers, we have an immensely talented group of people who make up the district and who are thekey to our students’ success. I look forward to the opportunities we can create together for a new andgreater future for our students and wish you and your family a happy and successful school year.Todd White, Ed.D.Superintendent of Schools Our Mission Blue Valley Schools’ mission is unprecedented academic success and unparalleled personal growth for every student. Our Vision Together, we will enable each child to become more than he or she ever hoped to be. Goal 1: We will improve the academic performance of each student. Goal 2: We will encourage the personal growth of each student.
Blue Valley Academy 239-4529Blue Valley District Office 239-4000Blue Valley High 239-4800Blue Valley North 239-3000Blue Valley Northwest 239-3400Blue Valley Southwest 624-2000Blue Valley West 239-3700CAPS 239-5900Aubry Bend Middle 624-2300Blue Valley Middle 239-5100Harmony Middle 239-5200Lakewood Middle 239-5800Leawood Middle 239-5300Overland Trail Middle 239-5400Oxford Middle 239-5500Pleasant Ridge Middle 239-5700Prairie Star Middle 239-5600Blue River Elementary 239-6000Cedar Hills Elementary 239-3300Cottonwood Point Elementary 239-6100Harmony Elementary 239-6200Heartland Elementary 239-6300Hilltop Learning Center 624-2900Indian Valley Elementary 239-6400Lakewood Elementary 239-6500Leawood Elementary 239-6600Liberty View Elementary 239-7700Mission Trail Elementary 239-6700Morse Elementary 239-6800Oak Hill Elementary 239-6900Overland Trail Elementary 239-7000Prairie Star Elementary 239-7100Stanley Elementary 239-7200Stilwell Elementary 239-7300Sunrise Point Elementary 239-7500Sunset Ridge Elementary 239-7400Timber Creek Elementary 239-7800Valley Park Elementary 239-7600 15020 Metcalf Ave. P.O. Box 23901Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube and download Overland Park, KS 66283-0901the Blue Valley Schools app for day-to-day district news. (913) 239-4000 www.bluevalleyk12.org
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