Buhler High School

8th Grade Parent/Pre-Enrollment Night at BHS By Alyssa Penrose and Payton Thompson, BHS Journalism Picture by Natalie Oard, Mangonel Staff 8th Grade Parent/Pre-Enrollment Night is tonight, Thursday, March 6th from 6-7 pm in the BHS Auditorium. This is an opportunity for elective teachers to share about their programs and for 8th graders to pre-enroll for classes next year. Many current high schoolers shared tips for the incoming freshman as they plan for the next four years. Alyssa Campbell, a freshman at BHS, says not to forget about fun classes. “I would suggest they take at least one class that they know they will enjoy, because that really does impact your entire day if you have one class you are looking forward to.” Buhler High School also offers many extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and performing arts, for students to try. “I love being a part of performing arts classes such as choir and band. I have built many strong relationships with people I’d normally never have a chance to know,” says Savannah Keele, sophomore. The students also shared that high school is not as scary as it sounds. “I would say to take classes you are passionate about because if you take an elective you don't like you are not going to want to put in the work for the class. I would also say that when you get to high school don't be intimidated by everyone,” said Mekenna Mendenhall, junior. Finally, the seniors provided insight as to what classes to take that will be beneficial for college. “Starting freshman year all the way to senior year take as many honors and college classes you can; this will help boost your GPA which some colleges are looking at more then the ACT,” said Claudia Taylor, senior. Enrollment Night will give students the chance to hear from elective teachers, as well as the BHS counselors. A course catalog will be provided, and students will have the option to select their classes for freshman year. Being a student at Buhler High School presents students with many opportunities inside and outside of the classroom. Be prepared to learn and try something new at BHS.

Attached is the News Bulletin for next week. Just a reminder, we do not have school tomorrow, Friday, March 7th! Have a great weekend!

Save the date to attend one of our preschool and kindergarten application clinics! Attend any of the dates listed and our teachers and secretaries will ensure your information is shared with the correct school building. Returning students do not need to attend. Attend any of these dates between 5-7 PM March 10: Plum Creek March 24: Union Valley March 31: Buhler Grade Please bring a copy of your student’s state issued birth certificate, Immunization Records, Student Health Assessment and Proof of Residency (water, power or gas bill, rental agreement, etc.) See our preschool page here for more information: https://www.usd313.org/page/preschool-and-wraparound-care

Attached is the BHS Crusader News Bulletin for next week. Just a reminder there is no school on Friday, March 7th. **Please note that there was an error in the Buhler District Calendar. There is NO school on Wednesday, April 9th and we DO have school on Wednesday, 16th. Have a great weekend!

Our Core Essential Value of the Month is COOPERATION! "Working together to do more than you can do alone!" Such an important value to lean into as we zero in on the last quarter of the school year. #BetterTogether

Does your student love to sing and dance? Don't miss this opportunity to work with the Buhler Singers! For more information or if you have questions, contact Mr. Comley at kcomley@usd313.org

Buhler Schools and our community rely on each other to form a strong , viable community that prospers. We are proud to partner with our stakeholders. #DidYouKnow

Registration for STEAM Camp 2025 is open! This is open to Buhler students that will be exiting the 2nd through 7th grades. PLEASE NOTE: With the expiration of COVID 19 relief funds, we are no longer able to offer STEAM Camp at no cost. The cost for camp will be $50, due prior to the first day of camp. Cash or check may be delivered to any elementary school office, Prairie Hills Middle School, or Burkholder Administration Center. Please label it for STEAM Camp with your child's name Two sessions of camp will be available. Session 1: June 2 - 6 Session 2: June 9 - 13. Both sessions go from 8:00 - 11:30 Monday through Friday. Due to the high number of interested students and need for staff to plan ahead, please ensure your child is available each day before signing up. Visit bit.ly/buhlersteamcamp25 to register your child We can't wait for a great summer of learning!

Join us for a 313 family night at the library! Come and go on March 13th from 6 - 7 pm. (The library is open to the public until 8 after our event) Enjoy activities including: Read to Rover (Therapy Dogs) Scavenger Hunt Puppet Storytelling Light Table Makerspace Legos Book checkout! We hope to see you there!

Attached is the BHS Crusader News Bulletin for next week. Have a great weekend!

Save the date to attend one of our preschool and kindergarten application clinics! These help us accurately plan for the upcoming year. Attend any of the dates listed and our teachers and secretaries will ensure your information is shared with the correct school building. Attend any of these dates between 5-7 PM March 10: Plum Creek March 24: Union Valley March 31: Buhler Grade Please bring a copy of your student’s state issued birth certificate, Immunization Records, Student Health Assessment and Proof of Residency (water, power or gas bill, rental agreement, etc.) See our preschool page here for more information: https://www.usd313.org/page/preschool-and-wraparound-care

Buhler Staff and Families, Due to the drifting snow and dangerous wind chills, Buhler USD #313 will NOT be in session on Wednesday, February 19th.  A decision on practices will be made by 12:00 and communicated through your student’s coaches.   Crusader Corner and Buhler Beginnings will also be closed Wednesday.  Make Up Days: As you know, all built in snow days have been utilized and time will need to be made up.   In addition to the 10 minutes added each day, Buhler Schools will be in session as student contact days on Friday, April 25th, AND Monday, April 21st. Parent Teacher Conference Information: Conferences scheduled for PreK-8th grade on Wednesday night will be given the option to be rescheduled in person on Thursday as the teacher’s and family’s schedules allow.  IF these can’t be rescheduled to Thursday, a virtual zoom option will be offered by the teacher to the family.  Conferences will NOT be cancelled.  Thursday conferences will be in person at the buildings as scheduled.   Reminder Per the calendar, there is no school Thursday (for conferences) and Friday.   Stay Warm! Cindy Couchman, Superintendent Buhler USD #313

Buhler Staff and Families,  Due to the forecasted snow and dangerous wind chills, Buhler USD #313 will NOT be in session on Tuesday, February 18th.  A decision on practices will be made by 12:00 and communicated through your student’s coaches.   Crusader Corner and Buhler Beginnings will also be closed Tuesday.   As you know, all built in snow days have been utilized and time will need to be made up.   In addition to the 10 minutes added each day, Buhler Schools will be in session as a student contact day on Friday, April 25th.   Stay Warm! Cindy Couchman, Superintendent Buhler USD #313

Attached is the BHS Crusader News Bulletin for next week. Next week is a 3 day week with No School on Thursday and Friday. We will be having IPS Conferences on Monday and Thursday by appointment with your students Cru Teacher. The new daily schedule is attached along with some info regarding senior tributes and an upcoming Hunters Safety course at Buhler Rec. Have a great weekend!

Our high school basketball teams have big matchups with McPherson tomorrow, February 14th. Come out and cheer them to a victory and enjoy 50 cent hot dogs, sponsored by Hutchinson Regional Medical Center! Go Crusaders!

There is still time to order a special Valentine's Day song for your special someone! Buhler Singers will once again be performing singing Valentines! Contact Mr. Comley for details!

Buhler Staff and Families,  Due to poor road conditions and blowing snow, Buhler USD #313 will NOT be in session on Wednesday, February 12th.  A decision on practices will be made by 12:00 and communicated through your student’s coach.   Crusader Corner and Buhler Beginnings will also be closed today. As you know, all built in snow days have been utilized and time will need to be made up.   An email will be sent later this morning with details for making up the days missed due to inclement weather.   Stay Warm! Cindy Couchman, Superintendent Buhler USD #313

Here is the Crusader News Bulletin for next week. Have a great weekend!

Attached is the News Bulletin for next week. I have also added lots of infor the upcoming weeks regarding, cheerleading, color guard, senior tributes and another reminder regarding the schedule for Friday, February 7th. Have a great weekend! *** PLEASE NOTE: If you have a student that is absent due to sickness or for appointments, please remember to ask for a doctor's note so we can ensure that our records are accurate. A doctor's note allows us to record an absence as extenuated rather than excused. Drs notes definitely help with the extended absences we are seeing due to illness currently. *** Don't forget the upcoming "Try-It Session" for Color Guard here at the High School. It is open to all 8th graders through 11th to come see what Color Guard in Marching Band is all about. Dates and times are included on the flyer below. *** Senior parents - the year is going by quickly! You've still got plenty of time to place a senior recognition ad in the yearbook. This is a great way to tell them how proud you are and wish them well in the future! See the flyer below for more details. *** Here is a link to our Pink Out T Shirts for this year. This is an amazing night for our kids and community on Friday, February 14th this year as we host McPherson in Jim Baker Field house. The Varsity Girls game begins at 6:00 PM and the Boys will follow at 7:30. Proceeds from this event benefit Reno County Cancer Council, and please forward to anyone that would be interested. T-Shirts will be delivered to BHS by February 13th, and I will send those on the Pony to any in district purchases made. Thank you, John Darrow 2025 Spring Trap Shooting League Registration opens February 4th. If you are interested in shooting this spring, please see Laurie Willison in the main office or watch for a USA High School Clay Target League registration email coming soon.

Check out all the info on Cheerleading for the 2025-2026 school year. Scan the QR code for more info!