Fourth and fifth graders enjoyed a STEM challenge this afternoon. The girls demonstrated amazing teamwork and dominated the competition.






High School FFA officers will need to attend a Mandatory Meeting on Friday August 14th at noon. The meeting will be at the Hilltop and lunch will be provided! Also, if they are available we will be cleaning out the Rodeo Concessions Stand at 11 that morning!
Fifth graders learned flag etiquette and how to properly fold a flag today. This class is responsible for getting our flags up and down daily.




2nd graders already doing some partner work. Researching spiders before the start of reading Charlotte's Web!




Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas will be providing free dental screenings to USD 285 students on September 1st. All students will be screened unless the school is notified. If you wish to NOT have your student participate in the free dental screening please contact the school to have your student taken off the screening list. The district will need proof of the student's last exam signed by their dentist.
If you would like to have your student receive any dental hygiene services please complete the two-page consent form that was sent home with your student and return to school by August 13th.
If you would like to have your student receive any dental hygiene services please complete the two-page consent form that was sent home with your student and return to school by August 13th.
We had a great first day in 5th grade!







A big THANK YOU to KanPak and their employees for joining us at our Back-to-School Open House and helping us kick off the new school year!
KanPak generously provided backpacks for all of our first-grade students! We are so thankful for their continued support of our students and school.
KanPak generously provided backpacks for all of our first-grade students! We are so thankful for their continued support of our students and school.

🍎 First Day of Kindergarten!!🍏 This small but mighty group is going to be lots of fun and have a great year! 💜💛






4th grade is off to a great start!!








More 2nd grade fun today!







Happy 1st day of 2nd Grade!










Happy first day of 3rd grade!









✨ First day of school is in the books! 📚💜 Our elementary teachers are excited for another year of learning, growing, and making memories with our students. Here’s to a GREAT year! 🍎✏️

📚🍎 Back to School is Almost Here! 🍎📚
We can't wait to welcome our Bronco family back to Cedar Vale Schools!
The first day of school is Monday, August 10, and we're excited to kick off another great year of learning, growth, and memories.
We hope everyone has enjoyed a wonderful summer. Get those backpacks ready—we can't wait to see all of our students and families on Monday!
We can't wait to welcome our Bronco family back to Cedar Vale Schools!
The first day of school is Monday, August 10, and we're excited to kick off another great year of learning, growth, and memories.
We hope everyone has enjoyed a wonderful summer. Get those backpacks ready—we can't wait to see all of our students and families on Monday!

🏐‼️HIGH SCHOOL & JUNIOR HIGH‼️🏐
We will be starting off our season with a team event! Friday, August 14th, we will meet at the Cowley College gym at 6:15 to watch the Orange and Black scrimmage at 6:30.
Admission is FREE; however, we will go to Braum's afterward. Bring money for food!!
CV girls will leave at approximately 5:35.
Dexter girls will leave at 5:45.
Ark City/Winfield girls may meet us there!
Let your coach know if you are planning on riding or meeting up.
Message your coach directly with any questions. We can't wait!!!

New Student–Employee Digital Communication Policy
In accordance with new Kansas state law, Cedar Vale Schools has adopted a new Student–Employee Digital Communication Policy. This policy outlines how students and school employees will communicate using district-approved platforms to ensure communication remains safe, professional, and transparent. Please reach out to Mrs. Kelly with any questions.
In accordance with new Kansas state law, Cedar Vale Schools has adopted a new Student–Employee Digital Communication Policy. This policy outlines how students and school employees will communicate using district-approved platforms to ensure communication remains safe, professional, and transparent. Please reach out to Mrs. Kelly with any questions.

New Electronic Device Policy
To comply with new Kansas state law, Cedar Vale Schools has adopted a new Electronic Device Policy for the 2026–2027 school year. Please review the attached handout to learn about student expectations and how devices will be managed during the school day. Please reach out to Mrs. Kelly if you have any questions!
To comply with new Kansas state law, Cedar Vale Schools has adopted a new Electronic Device Policy for the 2026–2027 school year. Please review the attached handout to learn about student expectations and how devices will be managed during the school day. Please reach out to Mrs. Kelly if you have any questions!

Today is our PreK–12 Back-to-School Open House! Join us from 3:00–4:00 PM

2nd graders are looking for some book fairies for our class!
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August 03, 2026 - Cedar Vale Schools Superintendent Update

