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GV Schools Community News - 09/18/26

Posted Date: 09/18/26 (12:00 PM)


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September 18, 2026
 
Kindergarteners wear a KC Chiefs hat constructed out of construction paper.

Photo of the Week

On Monday, kindergarteners at Prairie Branch Elementary were locked in and ready to cheer The Kansas City Chiefs on to a big victory! 
 
Text reads: District Engagement Opportunities

Reminder: Community Engagement Opportunities Application Open

There is still one week to apply for 2026-2027 engagement committees with Grain Valley Schools! 

These engagement committees provide families and the community with the opportunity to learn about Grain Valley Schools and work directly with district leaders and educators through open, honest conversation and thoughtful collaboration. 

Interested patrons may choose from the following committees: 
  • Bright Futures Advisory Board 
  • Curriculum Review Committee 
  • Finance & Facilities Planning Committee 

Note: The Counseling Advisory Council operates on a biennial schedule and will resume during the 2027–2028 school year.

Each committee will meet just 1–4 times during the school year for 1–3 hours at a time. To facilitate committee assignments, please submit the completed form no later than September 25, 2026. Community members will be contacted regarding their committee assignment and the first meeting of the year at the beginning of October.
Community Engagement Application
 
Text reads: The Full Picture: Attendance Awareness Month. 

Polaroid photos are on the graphic, with different photos from across the district. Including graduation photos, career day photos, STEM photos, and athletics/activities photos.

The Full Picture: Attendance Awareness Month

When students are at school, they are able to discover their interests, find their fit, and challenge themselves daily. Through a comprehensive curriculum that is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, career exploration that allows students to imagine, plan, and ask questions about their future, and extracurricular offerings that support their social and emotional well-being, being present in school matters.  

The Full Picture is a district attendance awareness initiative that highlights the opportunities that are available to our students when they are present at school. 

Did You Know? 
  • In addition to academics, elementary students attend special classes for a portion of each day that help develop them as individuals in other areas. Teachers support students in learning and growing in many ways. Specials classes foster interest in fine arts and reading, physical health, while also sparking their creativity and enhancing their computer skills. 
 

Important Dates

September 25
No School For Students - Teacher Work Day 
Grain Valley Schools Calendar
 
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