The Mustang Messenger
February 22nd thru February 28th Week 27
Mustang Update
We hosted our Student Success Meetings for our students and parents on Wednesday night, February 25th and had a fantastic turnout. The students were able to share with their parents their current grades, take a look at what their class schedule will look like in the fall, and peek ahead at the upcoming state assessments and their incentives. With any remaining time, the parents and students could then meet with any of our staff about where they were at as we look ahead to the end of the third nine weeks, spring break and, believe it or not, the start of the last grading period of the 2025-2026 school year. It is important that we keep our focus on finishing the third nine weeks in strong fashion.
Our FFA Chapter and advisor, Ms. Carrie Husband and our student teacher, Ms. Ella Pachta, organized and helped us celebrate National FFA Week at Valley Heights. During the week, the students participated in trivia games, contests and daily themes. On Wednesday they hosted their annual pancake feed to a very large crowd and then topped off the day by serving grilled burgers to a very appreciative staff! Thank you FFA! Thursday was "Drive Your Tractor to School Day" and there were some pretty impressive machines in our front parking lot. We would like to congratulate all of our chapter members and advisors on a very successful year so far and wish them well as we move towards our state convention and competitions.
We hosted our first round sub-state game Thursday night, 2/26, as we took on the Washington County Tigers and came out with a win of 67 to 30. We will host a second round game on Tuesday night! Some things to consider as you plan your visit to support our Mustangs! Since this is a KSHSAA sponsored post-season event the admission price will be $8 for adults and $6 for students in grades K-12. No passes will be accepted at the gate and only those who are on the pass list will be admitted at no charge. Since it is a single game we will have a smaller concession stand with cold drinks, popcorn, nachos, candy and hot dogs.
Parents – as we enter the spring sports season we also begin to provide dual sports activities for our high school students. We have boys and girls track and field, baseball, softball and golf. Students can, if they so desire, participate in two sports activities in the spring. The student must fill out a form informing the school of their intentions and stating which sport will be their primary activity. Great care should be taken as you discuss this with your child. Dual sports offer additional opportunities for our students but also requires additional practice time! These forms must be properly signed and submitted prior to the first practice sessions.
Our 8th grade students had the chance to visit Highland Western Campus this past week to get a better idea of what is offered through this program. The visit also gives them an idea of how they want to build their class schedule if they are thinking about joining HCC-West for their junior and senior years. Mrs. Gallimore and Ms. Toerber were the sponsors for this event.
Parents – Remember Spring Break is during the week of March 16th through March 20th.
Go Mustangs!
Mr. Savage
Meeting with Kansas State Officers
Reading to elementary students about agriculture
Anything But a Backpack Day
Pancake Feed
Getting the batter ready
Drive Your Tractor To School Day
Jayne Whitson, Family Advocate
Serving Valley Heights Students & Families
Mobile Family Resource Center aka-"care bus"
If you need anything from us, please reach out!
Blue Rapids, KS 66411
785-363-2508
Principal-Mike Savage
Athletic Director-Jordan Broxterman
To reach the office or Mr. Savage:
1. Come to the HS office between 8am and 4pm
2. E-mail Mr. Savage msavage@valleyheights.org
3. Call the office (785)363-2508
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Website: valleyheights.org
Phone: (785)363-2508
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