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![Blue Valley Schools has 51 National Merit Finalists, as indicated by the text and the various animal icons representing the finalists.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771881418/bluevalleyk12org/ipkprtz3z1kij8aoyoc1/NationalMerit_Finalists.png","width":1800}])
Blue Valley Schools is proud to announce that 51 Blue Valley students have been named National Merit Finalists. This remarkable achievement reflects our students' dedication, hard work and academic excellence. This accomplishment also reflects the support of Blue Valley’s educators and community.
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![2026 Summer Explorations catalog is live]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772722216/bluevalleyk12org/py0nqmlnsm9labupz46c/SummerExplo_Thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772722216/bluevalleyk12org/py0nqmlnsm9labupz46c/SummerExplo_Thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772722216/bluevalleyk12org/py0nqmlnsm9labupz46c/SummerExplo_Thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772722216/bluevalleyk12org/py0nqmlnsm9labupz46c/SummerExplo_Thumbnail.png","width":1200}])
Looking for engaging summer learning opportunities for your child? Check out Blue Valley Schools’ Summer Explorations program. This program offers a range of one-week, hands-on experiences for students entering first through eighth grade in the fall. Mark your calendars — enrollment opens 8 a.m. March 24. All summer programs will be held in person unless otherwise noted.
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![The image features a logo for the Blue Valley Global Language Project's Chinese Immersion program, with a smartphone-like icon and text against a blurred background of colorful autumn leaves.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770069735/bluevalleyk12org/kehpbb3ryl8m3ccdfd6z/ChineseImmersion_2026.png","width":1800}])
Chinese Immersion program application is now open through March 23. The program for incoming kindergarten students broadens horizons, enhances cognitive skills and teaches second language skills. Selection is based on a random lottery, with no preference for early/late submissions. Siblings of current immersion students will have preference, regardless of home school.
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![BV Unmuted explores CTE programs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1771965397/bluevalleyk12org/xny0vycexjmqkhm3cveq/2602_CTE_Podcast_Thumbnail.jpg","width":2200}])
In the latest episode of BV Unmuted, Superintendent Dr. Chapman is joined by Blue Valley High senior Kennedy Zellers, Blue Valley alum and business owner Ethan Kushnir and Director of Career Ready Programs Adam Wessel, to discuss the rapid growth Blue Valley’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Together, they discuss the skills today’s businesses value most and how CTE is equipping students with the knowledge and real-world experience they need to succeed in the future.
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![A smiling woman with curly hair wearing a sweatshirt with the text "Blue Valley West 2001" stands in front of a whiteboard in what appears to be a classroom or office setting.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771343176/bluevalleyk12org/voy0ttlryz6tvqyt4dby/MasterTeacher2026.png","width":1800}])
Congratulations to Blue Valley West teacher Heather Hall on being named a 2026 Kansas Master Teacher recipient.
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As the 2026 Kansas Legislative session begins, now is the time to familiarize yourself with Blue Valley’s 2026 Legislative priorities. It is the district’s priority to support legislation that is beneficial to Blue Valley students and public education in general.