Husky Happenings
October 30th, 2026

Dates to Remember
Nov 4 Early Release Day - 1:45pm Dismissal
Nov 11 Early Release Day - 1:45pm Dismissal
Nov 12 Fine Arts Picture Day 📸
Nov 23-24 - NO SCHOOL, Professional Development Days
Nov 25-27 - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Vacation
A Message From Our Principal
I hope everyone had the opportunity to review FastBridge data during October’s parent-teacher conferences. I especially appreciate how it allows us to compare student performance with national peers through percentile rankings.
Our next assessment is the Interim KSA. This data is intended for teacher use and serves as a valuable resource for guiding our PLC+ discussions during early-release Wednesdays. The assessment aligns with the KSA given in the spring and provides an important checkpoint to identify areas of concern and target instruction where students need additional support.
Need Help with the Holidays?
Youth Heart Screenings 🩺🫀 at WMS Nov 4
TRMS Athletics Information
Please note that all games will be CASHLESS at the gates!
Tickets can be purchased ahead of time OR purchased with debit/credit cards at the gate.
CLICK HERE To Purchase Tickets or Athletic Passes
Concession stands will still accept cash and card
Sports Physicals for the 2026-27 School Year MUST be dated after May 1st, 2026
CLICK HERE TO PRINT A PHYSICAL (English)
CLICK HERE TO PRINT A PHYSICAL (Spanish)
7th and 8th grade students, wanting to participate in TRMS athletics, will need a Sports Physical on file. The completed Sports Physical packet must be turned in prior to attending tryouts or practices. Please make sure all copies are signed before returning to the school office. Thank you!
TRMS PTA
Purchase TRMS Spirit Wear! Click the link below!
Need some fresh spirit wear as you cheer on your favorite player?!
Order anytime 24/7 and ship directly to your home!
Plan ahead for wrestling, basketball, track, cheer, band, orchestra and all things Trail Ridge!
Or start checking off that Christmas list early this year!
A portion of the sales goes directly to the PTA, which assists with field trips, school assistance, parties, class shirts, PTC lunches and more!
Order the 2026-2027 Yearbook!
Orders due by January 22nd, 2027
Attendance Matters!
⛄ Inclement Weather Procedures ⛄
In the event USD 231 closes school due to inclement weather or other school-related closures, the information is communicated as soon as the decision is made in the following ways:
- Posted on our website - www.usd231.com
- Posted to social media ( https://www.facebook.com/gardneredgerton )
- Local television stations (ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC)* Please note that we are at the mercy of these stations regarding whether they relay the information. There have been instances where the district has provided information, and the news station did not post it.
- Rooms via the Thrillshare App ( Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.gardner&hl=en_US OR Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/usd-231-gardner-edgerton/id1446800227)
💲My School Bucks
My School Bucks is our fee management site. Click MySchoolBucks for guidance and helpful information.
Student fees will be assigned and communicated to families on September 1, 2026, and can be paid online with a debit/credit card using MySchoolBucks (MSB). MSB can be accessed through the PowerSchool Parent Portal, or fees can be paid directly to your child’s school with cash/check.
Questions related to MySchoolBucks can be directed to Nutrition Services at (913) 856-2055 or nutrition@usd231.com.
Nutrition Services 🍎
Ever wonder what your student is eating at school? Review their meal purchases in your MySchoolBucks account to stay in the know! This option is available for ALL families even if you pay with cash or check.
Log in through your PowerSchool parent portal or create your FREE account today:
Questions about your student's account? Email us at nutrition@usd231.com. We're here to help!
Student and Family Resources
Community Resources
If you or someone you know will be affected by the SNAP benefit situation caused by the Government shutdown, or you are in need of other assistance, please take a look at these community resources.
National Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988
24-Hour Crisis Line: 913-268-0156
USD 231 Family Resources
USD 231 Recognition Programs
Notification of Parents Rights
Contact Us
John Martin - MartinJf@usd231.com
Principal
Denise Rousselo - RousseloD@usd231.com
Assistant Principal
Robert Ovsak - OvsakR@usd231.com
Assistant Principal
Rowdy Susnik - SusnikR@usd231.com
6th & 8th Grade Counselor
Carly Free - FreeC@usd231.com
5th & 7th Grade Counselor
Email: covelle@usd231.com
Website: https://www.usd231.com/o/trail-ridge
Location: 495 E Grand St. Gardner, KS
Phone: 913-856-3550
Facebook: Facebook - @GardnerEdgerton
Instagram: Instagram - @GardnerEdgerton