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Join us this afternoon for the Students vs. Staff Softball Game fundraiser that will be held TODAY, May 13th at 3:30 p.m.!

$5 entry for BSHS baseball and softball teams! Concessions will be available!

6 months ago, USD 204
An event poster for a softball game between students and staff. It features silhouettes of players, date, time, and entry fee.
Thank you, Ms. Lesley, for our wonderful story times! We appreciate the time, fun, and joy you bring to reading with us. 📚✨
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Our Pre-K students had so much fun visiting the kindergarten classrooms! They loved exploring, meeting teachers, and getting a glimpse of all the exciting things waiting for them next year. ✏️📚🧡
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Happy Nurses Day! Thank you for the care, compassion, and support you give to our students and staff each and every day. We appreciate all you do to keep our school healthy, safe, and cared for! 🧡🏥
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Happy Nurses Day!
6 months ago, Michelle Clary
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6 months ago, USD 204
Document with "BOARD BEAT" and "USD 204" logo. It has a meeting date of May 4, 2026, and notes the approval of meeting minutes and reports.
Hello! Anyone missing a shoe? This shoe was found in the MCD parking lot.
6 months ago, Michelle Clary
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Teacher Appreciation Week starts tomorrow! 🍎✨ Thank you to all our amazing teachers for your dedication, kindness, and commitment to helping every student learn and grow each day. We appreciate all that you do! ❤️
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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McDanield Preschool had so much fun celebrating our AMAZING PRINCIPAL! Happy Principal's Day Ms. Clary! Thank you for all you for our school! 🏫🧡🖤
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Our May newsletter is now available! Please review it for key dates, events, and updates. 🌺👩‍🎓 🗓️ https://app.smore.com/n/y5nsq
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
Join us at the library on May 2nd from 10 AM–12 PM for a fun-filled morning of Books, Blocks, Bubbles & Bluey! 📕🫧
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Would you like to work in USD 204 food services?
6 months ago, Michelle Clary
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Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Our McDanield Preschoolers had such a fun time celebrating with all the creative crafts and activities!
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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The April 20 Board Beat is now available on our website!

6 months ago, USD 204
A flyer features a group of students standing in a room with a director and singers.
The USD 204 Preschool Information Night will take place tomorrow night, Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. If you have a child who is 4 years of age on or before August 31, 2026, you may want him/her to attend one of our three preschool programs! If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at: USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126 Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970 No-fee preschool PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828 No-fee preschool Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff! We hope to see you there!
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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The USD 204 Preschool Information Night will take place tomorrow night, Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Delaware Ridge Elementary, Head Start, and McDanield Learning Center! If you have a child who is 4 years of age on or before August 31, 2026, you may want him/her to attend one of our three preschool programs!

If you don't know which preschool your child will attend, check out our Preschool Information page on our website: https://www.usd204.net/page/204pre-k or call one of our schools at:

USD 204 PRESCHOOL - 913-441-2126
Tuition-based preschool hosted at DRE

PRESCHOOL AT MCDANIELD - 913-422-7970
No-fee preschool

PRESCHOOL AT HEAD START - 913-441-2828
No-fee preschool

Join us on Thursday, April 16th to learn about the preschool program at the building your child will attend! Bring your student to visit the classrooms and meet the staff!

We hope to see you there!
6 months ago, USD 204
Flyer with heading "USD 204 Preschool Information Night" and date "April 16th, 2026". It lists locations and times.
A big thank you to all the families who joined us for our Pre-K sing-along performance! We are incredibly proud of our little performers. 🎶💛🎶
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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Hi Families! We hope to see you at our Early Childhood Performance tonight! Doors open at 6:00 PM. The performance will start at 6:15 PM. 🎶 Location: Clark Middle School Auditorium
6 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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The preschoolers filled their star jars and earned a special reward—switching classrooms for centers! They had so much fun exploring new activities and spending time in a different space. ⭐️
7 months ago, McDanield Preschool Center
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USD 204 Board of Education Appoints Nicole Perica Gerken to fill BOE Vacancy

The Bonner Springs/Edwardsville Board of Education appointed Nicole Perica Gerken as a school board member to replace the vacancy opened when former member Ashley Razak resigned to accept a position within the district. Gerken will serve in this position through December 2027.

A 1997 graduate of Bonner Springs High School, Gerken brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across nonprofit management, strategic communications, fundraising, marketing, public relations, brand development, and operational oversight to the position. She has worked at The HALO Foundation for the past 16 years, including serving as their Chief Operating Officer since 2016.

Gerken applied for the Board position because she believes strong schools are the foundation of a strong and thriving community.

“Through my professional work at HALO supporting homeless and at-risk children and families, I have seen firsthand how education, stability, and supportive environments shape a child’s long-term trajectory,” Gerken said. “I believe school boards play a critical role in setting vision, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources, and supporting educators so they can focus on student success.”

USD 204 Board President Angie Thomas said, “The Board unanimously agreed Gerken’s expertise and leadership make her well suited to fill this role. Her skills and perspective will strengthen our board, and we look forward to the positive impact she will have on USD 204 and the community we serve.”

7 months ago, USD 204
A woman in a green jacket smiles at the camera with autumn trees and a building pillar behind her.