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Blue Springs, MO
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BSSD is celebrating 75 years!
Reorganized in 1949, @BSSDnews is proud to champion personal growth and ensure every student develops the skills and dispositions to thrive in a global community as a productive and collaborative citizen.
Thank you to our students, staff, and community for an incredible 75 years! We look forward to 75 more!
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William Yates Elementary counselor Cassie Good has been named as the Missouri School Counselor of the Year by the Missouri School Counselor Association.
Cassie has served as a mentor through the MSCA's Infinity Group, supporting counselors in nine other schools throughout the region. Through her leadership and guidance, those schools have successfully worked toward achieving state and national recognition for excellence in school counseling implementation and student outcomes.
Congratulations to Cassie Good on this outstanding honor!
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The Blue Springs South Jaguars face off against the Blue Springs Wildcats in the Missouri Class 6 District Championship. The 6-5 Jaguars and the 8-2 Wildcats meet at 7 p.m. tonight at Peve Stadium at BSHS.
Tickets must be purchased online at:
tinyurl.com/4xnkukay
Tickets are $6 per person.
The live stream can be found on MSHSSA TV and purchased for $10:
mshsaa.tv/?B=4773575
Good luck to the Jaguars and Wildcats!
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Liggett Trail Education Center Speech-Language Pathologist Sarah Basore is BSSD's November Employee of the Month.
Sarah is known for building strong, supportive relationships with students and tailoring her work to meet each student’s unique communication needs. Sarah works closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, and other related service providers to ensure students receive support across the school day.
Physical Therapy Assistant Bethany Bendorf said, “She is the heart of our school. Sarah consistently goes above and beyond for the kids she works with. She takes the time to create visuals that help children express themselves and use their words in their own unique ways. She collaborates on goals, recognizes when kids are having a tough time, and never hesitates to take a student for a break when they need it. She walks into a room with one simple question - ‘How can I help?’”
Congratulations to Sarah Basore!
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Across the BSSD, students and staff took time to commemorate Veterans Day.
Events included parades, flag raising ceremonies, art projects, and lessons.
Thank you to all veterans for your service! 🇺🇸
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ALT Four JROTC soldiers in camouflage pose with four children outside a building.
ALT Children smile and wave small American flags outside a brick school.
ALT Three children in patriotic paper hats sit on a school hallway floor.
ALT Children wave small American flags outside a brick building.
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Join us for Paul Kinder Middle School's production of "Matilda Jr."
Dates/Times:
⦁ November 20 at 7:00 p.m.
⦁ November 21 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased online here:
tinyurl.com/4j9rzkts
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Join us for Delta Woods Middle School's production of "Into The Woods"
Dates/Times:
⦁ November 13 at 7:00 p.m.
⦁ November 14 at 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased online here:
tinyurl.com/mr3ep96j
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Franklin Smith Elementary held its annual Career Day last week. FSE students learned about the variety of programs and pathways available at the Annette Seago Career Innovation Center.
CIC students presented their fields of study to classrooms during the day, sharing hands-on lessons, answering questions, and explaining why they chose each pathway.
Pathways presented included aviation, business, digital media/podcasting/short film, culinary, hospitality, animation and video game design, healthcare, veterinarian, physical therapy, EMT, acting, teaching, agriculture, engineering, nail tech/cosmetology, and military.
Thank you to CIC students for sharing their career interests and information with our elementary students.
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ALT A smiling group of children and two teachers. pose together in a classroom.
ALT A healthcare worker presents a slide on medical careers and health sciences.
ALT A teacher holds up a small item during a classroom activity.
ALT Two students sit on a classroom floor with one, wrapping a bandage around the others hand.
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The Blue Springs South High School Jaguars face off against the Rock Bridge Bruins in the Missouri Class 6 District Semifinals. The 5-5 Jaguars and the 7-2 Bruins meet at 7:05 p.m. tonight at Rock Bridge High Stadium in Columbia, MO.
Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. No outside food and drinks will be allowed.
Tickets must be purchased online at:
tinyurl.com/yc84bapw
Tickets are $6 per person.
The live stream can be found on MSHSSA TV and purchased for $10:
mshsaa.tv/?B=4738344
Good luck to the Jaguars!
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The Blue Springs High School Wildcats face off against the Lee's Summit Tigers in the Missouri Class 6 District Semifinals. The 7-2 Wildcats and the 6-4 Tigers meet at 7 p.m. tonight at Peeve Stadium at BSHS.
Gates will open at 6 p.m. Friday. No outside food and drinks will be allowed.
Tickets must be purchased online at:
tinyurl.com/3a7fxafh
Tickets are $6 per person.
The live stream can be found on MSHSSA TV and purchased for $10:
mshsaa.tv/?S=bluespringswild…
Good luck to the Wildcats!
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The Blue Springs South Jaguars Cross Country teams competed in the Class 5 District 4 meet at Lee's Summit North High School over the weekend.
The boys' team captured their first district championship since 1992, and the team qualified for the state meet for the seventh consecutive year. They were led by Jacob Meyers, who was the district runner up. Klayton Hayes (3rd), Wesley Morris (5th), Burke Schwentker (12th), and Gage Landgraff (13th) earned all-district honors for the Jaguars. The team defeated Liberty North High School, the defending state champs, by four points.
The girls' team finished second place, one point behind Fr. Tolton Catholic High School and qualified for the state meet for the 13th consecutive year. The girls were led by Bailey Baier, who was the district runner up. Anna Sundberg (12th), Emma Price (14th), Emery Diederich (16th) and Lexi Cantwell (21st) earned all-district honors for the Jaguars.
The Jaguars will compete on Saturday, November 7 at the MSHSAA State championships at Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia. The girls race at 9 AM and the boys at 9:45 AM.
Congratulations and good luck to the Jaguars!
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The Blue Springs Elkettes from the Blue Springs Elks Lodge donated boxes full of new books to Liggett Trail Education Center, James Walker Elementary, Thomas Ultican Elementary, William Yates Elementary, Sunny Pointe Elementary, and Franklin Smith Elementary.
These books will provide our students with access to quality reading materials that encourage creativity and promote academic success.
A huge thank you to the Blue Springs Elkettes for the kind donation! 📖
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ALT Six children and three women pose in a school library, holding books.
ALT Six children and four women pose in a school hallway, holding books.
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Students and staff at Chapel Lakes Elementary were surprised by special guests during an assembly last week. Visitors from KC Pig Rescue Network stopped by with pigs to celebrate the end of their time reading Charlotte's Web.
The assembly also included a Charlotte’s Web skit and a musical chairs competition.
Thank you to our special visitors, CLE PTA, and all that made the celebration possible!
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ALT Four smiling adults sit side by side in a school gym
ALT Two women with pigs in carriers speak to a crowd at a school assembly.
ALT Three elementary students talk to a crowd during a school assembly.
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Join us for Brittany Hill Middle School's production of "Shrek Jr. the Musical"!
Dates/Times:
⦁ November 5 at 7:00 p.m.
⦁ November 6 at 7:00 p.m.
⦁ November 7 at 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Tickets are $10 and must be purchased in advance: tinyurl.com/3va9exbj
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There is no school on Tuesday, November 3 for a Professional Development day.
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Happy Halloween from BSSD! 🎃
Check out some of our amazing students and staff showing off their Halloween spirit in their creative and fun costumes!
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ALT Three children pose in colorful Minion-inspired Halloween costumes.
ALT A cheerful group of children and adults in colorful Halloween costumes pose in a school gym.
ALT A cheerful group of teachers pose with colorful “Guess Who?” frames.
ALT Three children in Harry Potter costumes pose in a school gym.
The Blue Springs South JROTC Raider Teams traveled to Fort Knox, Kentucky to compete in the JROTC National Raider Challenge.
The Jaguars competed against 108 All-Service Division teams from across the country in the 5K terrain run, Cross Country Rescue, Gauntlet Obstacle Course, Physical Strength Test, and the One Rope Bridge.
The Lady Jaguars finished third place overall in the female division, finishing second in the 5K run, second in the Obstacle Course, and third in Ultimate Raider.
The boys' JROTC team finished as Raider National Champions in the 5K run.
Congratulations to the BSSHS JROTC Raider Teams on their outstanding performances! 🎉
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ALT Group of female JROTC athletes in camouflage hike up a muddy field.
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BSSD's high school marching bands had outstanding showings at the 2026 Bands of America Super Regional Championship in St. Louis over the weekend.
Blue Springs High School Golden Regiment Marching Band were Class AAA Champions and were awarded Best Music, Best Visual, and Best General Effect. The GR finished 2nd overall.
Blue Springs South High School's Jaguar Pride capped off their outstanding season and finished 12th overall.
Congratulations to the Golden Regiment and the Jaguar Pride on outstanding performances! 🎉🎷
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ALT A marching band in blue uniforms performs on a football field.
ALT A marching band wearing black uniforms performs on a football field.
ALT A marching band in blue uniforms performs on a football field.
School is out on Thursday and Friday, October 29 and 30, for Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Enjoy your long weekend!
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Moreland Ridge Middle School held its annual walkathon organized by the MRMS National Junior Honor Society.
Kona Ice and the MRMS PTSA provided treats and refreshments while students participated in a foam party and various other activities!
A huge thanks to the MRMS NJHS, Kona Ice, and the MRMS PTSA for making the event possible! 🎉
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ALT A cheerful group of students in National Junior Honor Society shirts pose beside a colorful food truck.
ALT A smiling boy plays in foam on a football field.
ALT Students play with a ball on an outdoor court.
ALT Three smiling teenage girls in National Junior Honor Society shirts pose at an outdoor event beside a colorful food truck.
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Students from Blue Springs High School and Blue Springs South High School partnered with Queen Bee Boutiques and The Vintage Bee in Blue Springs where they pitched their creations to a panel of judges in a shark-tank-style competition called the "Bee Tank".
Lucas Henderson took first place with his curated second-hand clothing. Haylee Thompson, who runs her own baked goods business, finished second place, and Mirabella Henderson took third place with her crocheted stuffed animals.
The top three competitors will all receive a dedicated space in the store’s "student hive" area, and all competitors will have a chance to display their creations there.
A huge thank you to Queen Bee Boutiques & The Vintage Bee for giving these students this opportunity!
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