This past weekend, the SMHS and RHS Cheer and Dance teams took part in the KSHSAA Game Day Competition—and they represented Kaw Valley well! The RHS Dance Team earned 3rd place, and the RHS Cheer Team brought home 2nd in the 2A division. SMHS Cheer also had a strong performance, placing 6th in the 3A division. It was wonderful to see Rossville and St. Marys supporting one another and celebrating together at such a fun event!
We have recently seen an increase in fraudulent emails that appear to come from district staff (also known as “spoofing”). We want to remind our community that Kaw Valley USD 321 will never request personal information such as banking details, passwords, or other sensitive data by phone or email.
If you receive an email that seems unusual—even if it displays a school name or a staff member’s address—please use caution. Do not click links, open attachments, or reply with personal information. Instead, verify the message by contacting the staff member or the district office directly using the phone numbers listed on our official website.
Your security is our priority. Thank you for staying vigilant and helping protect our school community.
You’re not alone — help is just a click or call away!
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We are thrilled to announce that construction on the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) building and the Special Services building is scheduled to begin this Monday, October 27th!
Beginning Monday, 10/27/2025, there will only be two points of entry for Rossville High School and the CTE/Special Services Buildings. All traffic entering RHS from Highway 24 will need to use the EAST ENTRANCE (nearest the Maintenance Shop). The west entrance nearest the baseball stadium will be closed to the public and for construction equipment only. The Carlson Road entrance, the second point of entry, will remain unchanged.
The parking area between the baseball stadium and the high school will be closed to the public until further notice. Please see the usd321.com website for more thorough information and updates as they occur!
We’re proud to shine a light on Mr. Myron Flax, Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at St. Marys Jr/Sr High School!
Mr. Flax has been in education for over 30 years, and for the past 10 years, he’s been an invaluable part of Kaw Valley USD 321. Known for being the hardest working man in any room, Mr. Flax is often the first to arrive and the last to leave—always giving his best for our students, staff, and community.
He leads with heart, shows up with a smile, and pours his energy into everything he does—whether it’s supporting academics, cheering on our teams, or lending a helping hand wherever it’s needed.
Mr. Flax will be retiring from SMJSHS at the end of the 2025–26 school year, so we wanted to take time this year to celebrate him and thank him for his incredible dedication, positivity, and leadership. St. Marys Jr/Sr High is a better place because of you, Mr. Flax!
You make us proud to be BEARS! 💙🐻🤍
Mr. B has spent his career shaping the lives of countless students—cheering on our athletes, leading with heart, and representing Rossville with pride. His passion for education, sports, and our Dawg community has left a lasting legacy that will be felt for years to come.
While he’ll be retiring at the end of the 2025–2026 school year, there’s still plenty of time to celebrate and thank him for all he’s done for USD 321 and Rossville!
Please join us in showing your appreciation for Curt Brecheisen and his incredible service to our schools and community!
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We are excited to launch a new secure parent communication app called Rooms. The app works within our existing Kaw Valley App! Getting Started is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!
Watch for an email from accounts@thrillshare.com and/or a text from Apptegy inviting you to create a Rooms account.
You will be prompted to set a password. Following that, you can log in to your account using the email address or the phone number where the invitation was sent, along with the password you set up.
Update your notification settings to choose how and when you’re notified.
If you’d like to stay connected on the go, consider downloading the free Kaw Valley mobile app.
You can find the Kaw Valley App here:
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kaw-valley-usd-321/id1663315586
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.kawvalleyks
Secure Web browser Link: rooms.thrillshare.com
Please reach out via the Kaw Valley Helpdesk if you do not receive your invitation by the end of today (8/18/25).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSI_SKiHZEE_tHCiPaB4Q4voJtSXGfC75624mJV7g7fhXDng/viewform
The 2025 season of the Sunflower Summer program officially opens Saturday, July 12. With complimentary admission to over 230 attractions across the state, Kansas families will be able to make the most of their summer.
Learn more: https://www.kansascommerce.gov/2025/07/2025-sunflower-summer-free-program-opens-statewide-on-july-12/
