Kelly Wessel @KellyWessel

Such a proud moment for @bvschools! 2 exceptional educators (Horizon Award nominees) shared their talent & passion while presenting at this year's Buzz into Teaching Conference @JCCCtweet @emporiastate! Way to inspire, Blaise Smith @BVNW_Huskies & Maddie Carter @IVEThunderbirds!

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🌟 Support a sweet cause! Apr 14–19, the Leawood Leadership Class of 2026 partners with @thegoldenscoop to empower people with disabilities through meaningful work. Stop by for coffee or ice cream! 🍦☕️ 📍10460 103rd St, OP KS #LeadershipLeawood2026 #SupportLocal

"What I love most about being a social worker in Blue Valley is the relationships. I get to build meaningful connections with students and families and watch kids grow not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. I also appreciate how the district values the whole child. There’s strong collaboration among staff, and we work as a team to support students in real, lasting ways. Seeing students gain confidence and learn skills they can carry with them is the most rewarding part of my job." — Lacey Lee, Lakewood Elementary school social worker 💙 During School Social Work Week, we want to celebrate our exemplary school social workers like Lacey! We're thankful for your exceptional hard work, care and dedication in supporting our students, families and schools every day. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

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Always grateful for the opportunity to return to @RockhurstU to participate in their Teacher Interview Day! Such a gift to hear the aspirations of their students & reconnect with many of them from last year. Excited to see what the future holds for these Hawks!

Do you know a Blue Valley educator who goes above and beyond to apply innovative teaching methods in the classroom? Help the Blue Valley Educational Foundation (BVEF) recognize their exceptional impact by nominating them today for the annual BVEF Innovative Educator Award! 🏆💡🌻 This BVEF award recognizes two exemplary teachers (one elementary, one secondary) who create or use new strategies, tools or ideas to engage students and achieve improved student results. Honorees will receive a $1,250 grant for their classroom. 📲 Nominate a teacher for the 2026 BVEF Innovative Educator Award by Monday, March 2: tinyurl.com/BVEF-IE26 #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

🤩Looking forward to meeting some fabulous soon to be educators @UMKC! @BVSchoolsHR

Certified Interview Night reminded us "why."💙 Meeting so many passionate, talented educators—each bringing their own story, purpose, & heart—was truly inspiring. Thank you to every candidate and staff member who made the event meaningful. Our future is so bright!🌟@BVSchoolsHR

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Danielle Mitchell’s journey to Blue Valley High has been shaped by personal experience, family inspiration and a passion for helping students shine. Originally planning to teach history, she discovered her true calling while working in the district's Extended School Year program. That experience shifted her path and sparked a lasting love for the work. 🥹💙 "Teaching was definitely not something I knew I would love when I was in high school," said Mitchell. "It took a lot of trial and error for me to find which profession was right for me. I encourage all high school kids to explore many different options when they are thinking about what they want to do in the future, and it is okay if it is not a linear path." As a Blue Valley West graduate, Danielle’s story has come full circle — returning to the district that helped shape her to now support and inspire the next generation of learners. The belonging she felt as a student shapes her dedication to creating that same connection for her own students each day. 📚️💫 Now in her second year as a special education teacher, Danielle creates a classroom where students feel confident, capable and celebrated. Through connection and encouragement, she fosters an environment where they can take risks, build independence and feel supported every step of the way. Danielle, thank you for your exceptional commitment to making a difference in the lives of our students and for choosing Blue Valley as your place to cultivate lifelong learners. ✨🌱 #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

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"I'm incredibly grateful for your partnership, your support, your trust and your commitment to our students. Thank you for making this first semester for me and for our school district such a success." 📚🩵💫 Superintendent Dr. Gillian Chapman takes a few minutes to share a message with our students, staff and families reflecting on an exceptional first semester of our 2025-26 school year! #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

Join us for the Blue Valley Schools Certified Positions Interview Night! This is an excellent opportunity to connect with current Blue Valley educators and discover what makes our district an award-winning place to teach and the #️⃣1️⃣ school district in Kansas. 📅 Thursday, January 8, 2026 🕓️ 4:00-7:00 p.m. 📍 Blue Valley Center for Advanced Professional Studies (7501 W 149th Ter., Overland Park, KS 66223) 🔗 Advanced registration is required. To sign up, visit bit.ly/BVSCHOOLSINTER…. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

Blue Valley staff are champions for students in the ways they serve! 💙🏆️👥 #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

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"I love working as a reading instructional paraprofessional because I get to help students discover the joy of reading and watch their confidence grow. Those moments when something finally "clicks" make it all worth it! It’s also been wonderful to reconnect with families in our neighborhood and watch a new generation of kids walk the same halls my own children did." — Dave Dostal, Oak Hill Elementary instructional support paraprofessional On National Education Support Professionals Day, we want to celebrate the exemplary staff who support our students and staff like Dave and Meredith! Your exceptional commitment and hard work make a meaningful impact on our students and schools every day. 💙 "What I love most about being an instructional paraprofessional is the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on students every day. I enjoy building meaningful connections while teaching them skills to be successful readers. It is rewarding to see students master skills and build confidence." — Meredith Bolin, Oak Hill Elementary instructional support paraprofessional #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

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Blue Valley students continue to exceed national benchmarks! 💫📚🏆️ At the end of the 2024-25 school year, 8️⃣0️⃣% of Blue Valley K-7 students were at or above benchmark on the iReady spring math diagnostic. Across all Blue Valley elementary and middle schools, the median student demonstrates both high performance and high growth, scoring above and progressing faster than iReady’s national expectations. The median Blue Valley student outperformed national expectations by at least 1️⃣9️⃣ percentage points, showing the remarkable progress and dedication of our exceptional students, staff and families. Together, they are true champions of learning! 🔗 To explore our Champions of Learning 2025 special publication, visit tinyurl.com/BV-COL25. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

It’s a beautiful day to visit with fantastic future teachers at the ESU Educator Fair.

"I love being a school psychologist in Blue Valley because it gives me the opportunity to support students, staff members and families in the district. Blue Valley has a wealth of resources and support that allow me to better understand each individual student and their unique learning needs. I love the relationships that I get to build as I advocate for every student to achieve success." — Alexis Gormley, Lakewood Elementary school psychologist 💙 During National School Psychology Week, we want to celebrate our exemplary school psychologists like Alexis! Thank you for your exceptional hard work and dedication in supporting our students, families, staff and schools. #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning

What a way to start the day! Look at all these students interested in careers in education! So thankful for the opportunity to support & judge the @EducatorsRising competition - We Are Teacher’s Cup at MNU! Good luck to @wevegotclass students who are competing! 💙@BVSchoolsHR

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@pittstate Thank you for hosting Education Day! We met so many soon-to-be exemplary educators! The enthusiasm among the candidates brought a lot of sunshine to this rainy day! @BVSchoolsHR @DrSteveHeinauer

@pittstate Thank you for hosting the Education Fair! We met so many soon to be exemplary educators! The enthusiasm among the candidates produced a lot of sunshine on this rainy day! Thank you for coming out to meet us! @BVSchoolsHR

Always such a gift to return to my alma mater & meet their soon to be exemplary educators! 💜Thank you @KSUCollegeofEd for hosting another successful Education Symposium! Cannot wait to see the impact of these extraordinary Wildcats @BVSchoolsHR @DrSteveHeinauer

"What's not to love about Blue Valley? It’s everything! It's not just the high education we provide to our students... Look around, it's the smiling and the smiles on their faces." — Gabby Zeller, @PleasantRidgeMS school resource officer 🚓🩵🏆   What makes @bvschools an award-winning district to learn and work in? It's exemplary individuals like Zeller who are dedicated to fostering safe, supportive school environments for our students and continuing our proud tradition of excellence!   #BVTogether #ChampionsOfLearning @OverlandPark_PD