Congratulations are going out to Pawsitive Call home recipient Mikael Schaefer. Mrs. Hammersmith reported to Mr. Medley that Mikael has been ready and working really hard on his benchmark testing. He has also been very responsible and respectful by pushing not only his chair but his classmates when leaving the classroom. Keep up on rocking the three R's: ready, responsible, and respectful!!
about 17 hours ago, SMGS Bears
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Mrs. Kerwin's 3rd graders have been practicing rounding and had the chance to apply our learning in a hands-on way today. We built a classroom-sized number line to round to the nearest 10, then worked in groups to “pop” numbers into the right popcorn basket by rounding to the nearest 10 and 100. The kids had so much fun, and it really helped make rounding click!
about 21 hours ago, SMGS Bears
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Offering Girl Scouts in St. Marys
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First Pawsitive Bear call home for the year!! Congratulations James Bryan! According to his teacher, Mrs. Kerwin, James has "been working really hard and giving his best effort , What stands out most is his responsibility. He has been working on assignments that need done without being told and asking for help when needed. I am so Proud of you James!"
5 days ago, SMGS Bears
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Mrs. Brown’s class had a large Grass Spider visit their classroom. The visitor (unexpectedly) provided the perfect opportunity to take a closer look and learn more about this amazing arachnid.
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Ms. Serb's 6th grade class spends the afternoon learning things about their new classmates by asking "Have you ever_______?" Like flown in a plane, speak a foreign language, etc.
6 days ago, SMGS Bears
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Please join our entire Bear Family at the Annual Bear Backers Auction..The Bear Backers have helped us fund different things such as the snow cones for Field Day and helped with our cookbook fundraiser.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrlFin31Pl59PMoqlz4JppDvwR5JIa8S38I8xkxoytE680Dg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMUWPtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJRDRyZWltN01ZZXdOcTNCAR5nE-TpU5866Dnue_F64vhLCCzKeutYlrhLW8ZGqXwCUzsoyb8JQQpBCmLZCw_aem_YkGKcob_Ga8Sa5xm9qbnAQ

6 days ago, SMGS Bears
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Cheer Camp Deadline is Friday, August 22nd!!
8 days ago, SMGS Bears
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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

9 days ago, Kaw Valley USD 321
Over the summer Cheryl was at it again bringing "Let the Games Begin" to life. Thank you AGAIN Cheryl for making our school-home away from home always welcoming and fun. There is always something new to explore at SMGS!
9 days ago, SMGS Bears
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Solar Oven S'mores with Third grade
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First day at SMGS. What a great family we have!! We are "all in" for having an epic year so let the Games Begin!
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Please reach out to Nurse Melissa if you would like further details!
19 days ago, SMGS Bears
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Reminder from our wonderful transportation team:
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While we were working hard to prepare for our Back to School activities, Mr. Medley rolled up in our very own yellow limo and drove us for refreshments that were provided by some of our very own SMGS students! Lemonade and treats in hand, we headed back to finish up the final week of back to school prep. Thank you Mrs. Aubert for the Yelp recommendation!
21 days ago, Susan Bolyard
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We are so excited to welcome back our students as we get ready for a new school year. Our theme this year is "Let the Games Begin" with a focus on board & card games. A few dates we wanted to share as we get closer to the start of the school year.

Online enrollment has been sent out to all returning families, please get this done before August 5th.

August 4th: In person enrollment for preschool or new families 8:30 - 3:30 at SMGS.

August 6th: Class lists will be sent out to families

August 12th: Back to School Night from 4:30-6:00 PM

August 14th: First day of classes

Go Bears!
29 days ago, Susan Bolyard
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SAT GUS, a satellite launched by NASA engineer Mark Rober, is making it's rounds orbiting Earth's atmosphere. A photograph of Mrs. Griffin's 6th grade class was submitted and SAT GUS took a space selfie and "beamed" it back for us to see. The satellite zips through space at 17,000 miles per hour, orbits 300 miles above Earth and she completes a full trip around the planet every 90 minutes, snapping selfies along the way. The image was taken exactly over the latitude/longitude for SMGS with the curvature of earth's surface in the background! . A huge thank you to Mrs. Griffin's daughter, Briley, for submitting the class photo for the amazing project!!!
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Kansas Department of Commerce kicks off the Sunflower Summer program for students and families!

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/
about 2 months ago, Kaw Valley USD 321
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2 months ago, Susan Bolyard
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Updated Summer Free Meals flyer
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
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