At this month’s Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon, the Chamber continued its partnership with USD 204 to sponsor the Teacher of the Month program — recognizing outstanding educators who go above and beyond for their students, schools, and community.

Mrs. Stos teaches four-year-old prekindergarten students, and anyone who has spent time with that age group knows it requires extraordinary patience, creativity, and energy. Her impact extends well beyond her own students. Mrs. Stos serves as a member of her Building Leadership Team and was also part of the District Teacher Leadership Academy. Her colleagues describe her as someone with an infectious positive attitude and a true team player—the kind of educator who makes everyone around her better. Teachers like Mrs. Stos are the foundation of our community. She's preparing our youngest learners not just for kindergarten, but for a lifetime of learning. She's leading her colleagues toward better practices. And she's doing it all with a smile and a spirit of collaboration. Congratulations, Mrs. Stos!

🚨 Weather Alert! Due to inclement weather and potentially hazardous road conditions, there will be no school tomorrow, December 2nd. Stay safe and warm, BRAVES!

🍂 Thanksgiving Break Starts Monday! 🍂 There will be no school for all students November 24th–28th. All students will return on Monday, December 1st, as we kick off the final stretch of the second quarter. Looking ahead, Winter Break begins December 19th! Make sure you have a copy of the full academic calendar HERE: https://5il.co/32zde Wishing everyone a restful and happy Thanksgiving Break! 🧡🦃