Come Cheer for our State Track Athletes as we send them off to compete in Wichita!
Dear Blue Valley Families,
What a great end we had to the 2025–2026 school year. I am so thankful for our students, staff, and families and the positive momentum we continue to build together.
I am writing to share an update about the new Kansas law regarding student cell phones and personal communication devices during the school day. Beginning July 1, 2026, school districts will be required to have a policy in place that prohibits students from having access to cell phones and other personal communication devices during the school day, including lunch. This may include items such as cell phones, Bluetooth earbuds, Apple Watches, and similar devices.
We understand this will be an adjustment, especially for our secondary students and families. Our current policy has allowed students to keep phones stored away and access them during lunch, so this change will feel different. I have already visited with some of our high school students, and their thoughtful responses reminded me once again how fortunate we are to have such great students at Blue Valley.
The Kansas Association of School Boards and the Kansas State Department of Education are continuing to help districts better understand the details of House Bill 2299. What is clear is that students will not be allowed access to these devices from the start of the school day until the end of the school day.
Our administrative team is working to make this transition as smooth as possible for students, staff, and families. We will continue to communicate updates as more guidance becomes available and as our local policy is finalized.
Over the past two years, I have visited districts that have already removed student cell phone access during school hours. The consistent message I heard was that the adjustment took time, but the results were positive. Teachers noticed students interacting more with one another, administrators saw fewer distractions, and students began finding new ways to connect during the school day. In one district, new seating and game areas were even added because students began playing board and card games together after lunch instead of being on their phones. Parents later shared that they noticed their children were less attached to their phones and more engaged at home.
As we move forward, we will approach this change with support, communication, patience, and grace. Change is not always easy, but this can be a very positive step for our students and school community. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to do what is best for Blue Valley students.
Sincerely,
Rex Boley
Superintendent
Blue Valley USD #384
What a great end we had to the 2025–2026 school year. I am so thankful for our students, staff, and families and the positive momentum we continue to build together.
I am writing to share an update about the new Kansas law regarding student cell phones and personal communication devices during the school day. Beginning July 1, 2026, school districts will be required to have a policy in place that prohibits students from having access to cell phones and other personal communication devices during the school day, including lunch. This may include items such as cell phones, Bluetooth earbuds, Apple Watches, and similar devices.
We understand this will be an adjustment, especially for our secondary students and families. Our current policy has allowed students to keep phones stored away and access them during lunch, so this change will feel different. I have already visited with some of our high school students, and their thoughtful responses reminded me once again how fortunate we are to have such great students at Blue Valley.
The Kansas Association of School Boards and the Kansas State Department of Education are continuing to help districts better understand the details of House Bill 2299. What is clear is that students will not be allowed access to these devices from the start of the school day until the end of the school day.
Our administrative team is working to make this transition as smooth as possible for students, staff, and families. We will continue to communicate updates as more guidance becomes available and as our local policy is finalized.
Over the past two years, I have visited districts that have already removed student cell phone access during school hours. The consistent message I heard was that the adjustment took time, but the results were positive. Teachers noticed students interacting more with one another, administrators saw fewer distractions, and students began finding new ways to connect during the school day. In one district, new seating and game areas were even added because students began playing board and card games together after lunch instead of being on their phones. Parents later shared that they noticed their children were less attached to their phones and more engaged at home.
As we move forward, we will approach this change with support, communication, patience, and grace. Change is not always easy, but this can be a very positive step for our students and school community. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to do what is best for Blue Valley students.
Sincerely,
Rex Boley
Superintendent
Blue Valley USD #384
Congratulations to our High School Basketball teams for their wins over Onaga tonight! GO RAMS!!
Congratulations to our LADY RAMS for winning the Mission Valley Basketball Tournament! Also congratulations to Brynlyn Brockman and Lydia Dumler for being named to the ALL TOURNAMENT TEAM, and Bryleigh Brockman for receiving a honorable mention!
Tonight's from Mission Valley Variety Basketball Tournament RESULTS
GIRLS:
RAMS 39 ANDERSON COUNTY 21
BOYS
RAMS 51 ANDERSON COUNTY 46
Congratulations Players and Coaches!!
GO RAMS! Join the HERD!!
Congratulations to Titus Cobb for his 5th place finish and Parker Montgomery for his 49th place finish at today's State Cross Country meet in Wamego! A huge Thank You to our RAM Cross Country Coaches Mrs. Jones and Mr. Cobb for all their hard work and dedication to our athletes! We are PROUD of you! GO RAMS!! Join the HERD!!
Our Lady RAM Volleyball Team fought hard this afternoon at Sub-State Volleyball at MDCV. Our
Blue Valley Lady RAMS defeats St. Paul 25-17, 25-12. They advanced to the Sub-State Championships game against MDCV. Lady RAMS fell in 3 hard played sets to MDCV 25-21, 22-25, 21-25. We are so PROUD of Our Lady RAM Volleyball Players and Coaches!!!
This morning at rainy Richmond Kansas our Blue Valley Girls and Boys Cross Country teams competed at Regionals. Congratulations to Titus Cobb for this 2nd place finish and Parker Montgomery for his 14 place finish. They both qualified for State Cross Country next Saturday at Wamego. AWESOME JOB to all our runners for a slick hard fought run in the rain and mud and to our coaches for all their hard work!! GO RAMS!! Join the HERD!!!
Congratulations to our Lady RAMS for Placing 3rd today at the Wakefield volleyball tournament! GO RAMS!! Join the HERD!!
Lady RAMS win in 3 sets over #3 Rank Hanover! CONGRATULATIONS Lady RAMS!!! GO RAMS Join the HERD!
Dear Blue Valley Parents,
We are excited to share that beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, Blue Valley High School will transition to a block class schedule. This new structure will provide students with more opportunities for in-depth learning and increased flexibility when selecting elective courses.
The move to block scheduling is part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen student engagement and better prepare students for post-secondary success. Over the coming weeks, we’ll share more details and answer questions you may have about how this change will benefit your child.
We appreciate your support and look forward to partnering with you during this scheduling transition.
Sincerely,
Rex Boley
Superintendent
USD 384 Blue Valley
Due to the icy and slick roads in the eastern part of our school district USD 384 will be closed today.
Due to ice road conditions Blue Valley Schools will be 2 hour late start, no morning preschool. We will be checking roads to see if conditions improve. We will keep you informed.
Reminder - No School Blue Valley USD #384 Friday, March 7th - Teacher Professional Development
Dear Blue Valley Families,
We look forward to connecting with you during our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences!
PT Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, February 19th (4:00-8:00 PM) – Virtual Conferences Only
Elementary teachers will send Google Meets links via the GroupMe app. If you’re not in your child’s GroupMe, please contact their homeroom teacher.
MS/HS Teachers will email links and signup times for conferences. Google Meet links can also be found in their Planbooks.
Thursday, February 20th (12:30pm-8:00pm) – In-Person Conferences at School
No school for students on Feb 20th.
Friday, February 21st – No School for Students & Staff
For any questions, please reach out to the building principals:
Preschool - 5th Grades – Ms. Combest (ccombest@usd384.org)
Grades 6-12th Grades – Mr. Meals (ameals@usd384.org)
Thank you for your partnership in your child’s education!
Best regards,
Rex Boley
No School for Blue Valley for Wednesday February 19.
Blue Valley USD #384 students, staff, and patrons,
Due to current weather conditions, we are planning for a 2-hour late start on Wednesday, February 19th. No AM Preschool. We are actively monitoring the situation, and if conditions require any changes, we will notify you by 6:00 AM tomorrow through our Thrill-share messaging system.
Additionally, the Spring Class Picture Day scheduled for tomorrow will be rescheduled. However, Parent-Teacher Conferences on February 19th will continue as scheduled.
Please stay safe, and we appreciate your understanding and flexibility.
Blue Valley school district will be closed on Tuesday February 18. All activities have been postponed.
