
If you see a law enforcement presence at Smoky Valley High School today (Thur 6/13), please don't be alarmed: McPherson County is performing training exercises in the building.

Congratulations to Smoky Valley High School who has been recognized by the National Energy Education Development (NEED) Project for its exceptional contributions to
energy education and sustainability.
Read more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xxAfR4gFJHSHkgjgzR6xQAREnrpN2imv/view?usp=sharing

Sunflower Summer is Back!
Go to https://sunflowersummer.org/ and see the great opportunities for free entry and admission to parks, museums, programs, and more across the state of Kansas this summer.


Due to concerns with today's weather, all Smoky Valley practices and events have been canceled for Monday, May 6.

The Smoky Valley USD 400 Board of Education has initiated the process of renewing and updating their long-range vision and strategic plan.
The following survey is part of the process and is based upon the feedback of a Community Planning Committee that was engaged to provide input regarding the district's strengths and areas for growth.
All USD 400 parents and patrons are encouraged to provide feedback and input as the Smoky Valley USD 400 Board and staff work to update the strategic plan for the next five years.
If you are a Smoky Valley parent or patron and would like to provide your input, please complete this survey:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/USD400SP


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Help us celebrate Doug Talbott's induction into the KMEA Hall of Fame tonight!
6p - Chili & Cinnamon Roll supper: proceeds benefit the Doug Talbott Instrumental Assistance Fund
7p - SVHS & Bethany College concert: A.J. Steinberg Auditorium or watch online @ live.smokyvalley.org!


Did You Know?
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Did you know?
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Please be careful on the roads when coming to school today (Tuesday, January 23). The roads in Lindsborg are icy, and if you feel conditions are unsafe, please wait until they improve before dropping off or sending your student to school.

Due to impassable roads and dangerous wind chills, there will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, January 19 for Smoky Valley High School, Smoky Valley Middle School, Soderstrom Elementary School or Marquette Preschool. Please stay warm and keep safe!


Due to the dangerous winter weather conditions, there will be NO SCHOOL on TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 for Smoky Valley High School, Smoky Valley Middle School, Soderstrom Elementary School or Marquette Preschool. Please keep warm and stay safe!


Due to the excessive snow from the winter storm, there will be no school for Smoky Valley High School, Smoky Valley Middle School, Soderstrom Elementary School or Marquette Preschool on Wednesday, January 10.
Please stay warm and stay safe!


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Holiday Hours


Smoky Valley students participate in RealityU this morning - a personal financial literacy simulation. Students learn the impacts of planning ahead, saving money, and sound decision-making. We appreciate our community volunteers who are helping to conduct the program: Traci Baker, Don Bengtson, Ryan Biegert, Krista Dauer, Chris Deines, LeAnna DeWitt, Lauren Doak, Robin Drogemeier, Ben Fulton, Laraine Gengler, Brenda Graham, Geneva Hay, Deb Kohn, Adam Lackey, Mari Loder, Steph Nelson, Karla Pihl, Nicole Odell, Penny Rauchholz, Tim Roets, Mike Sample, Sonja Taylor, Larry VanDerWege, Trevor Whittaker.



SVHS students earn Industry Credentials!
Students in Mrs. Krinhop's FACS classes recently completed the National Restaurant Association's ServSafe Food Handlers course and passed the credential examination. These students have knowledge and skills in Basic Food Safety, Personal Hygiene, Cross-contamination and Allergens, Time and Temperature, and Cleaning and Sanitation. A total of 19 FACS students earned the ServSafe Food Handlers industry certificate.



USD 400 Smoky Valley announces Stephanie Carbon, Soderstrom PreKindergarten Teacher, as the district's nominee for the 2024 Kansas Horizon Award. This award recognizes first year Kansas teachers who exemplify the high standards and qualifications of excellence in teaching.


Congratulations to Soderstrom Elementary's Julie Heitschmidt for being recognized as the 2024 Smoky Valley IMPACT Teacher of the Year! Watch as she's surprised in her classroom with the announcement: https://youtu.be/0Kqsf9sDNJY


We have openings for paraeducators in each of our buildings!
If interested, please contact Sarah Eller at the McPherson Special Education Co-Op at (620) 241-9400 x126 for more information!
