Royal Valley FFA held a sporting clay shoot at Cokeley Farms on Saturday to raise money for the club. In the 10 for 10, we had a tie for first between Joe Wehner and Hunter Johnson. We had a shoot off, which was very competitive and both did an excellent job. Hunter Johnson was the winner. Overall, Hunter Johnson and Wyatt Winter tied for the regular course. We... READ MORE >

On Wednesday, October 30, there will be a meeting for this year's 6th and 7th graders interested in going to Washington D.C in June of 2021. The meeting will be held at the middle school at 6 p.m. They will be talking about payment plans, fundraisers and general information about the trip. If you have any questions, email Mrs. Stithem at stithemj@rv337.org READ MORE >

On Thursday, October 10, the Photo Imaging Class went to the Topeka Zoo and Old Prairie Town to take picture of the structures and animals and then later edited them. Ethan Neuner commented, "It was a really cool experience. I liked seeing all of the different structures and animals." Photos by Teri Griffiths READ MORE >

Students in Profesora Temple's Spanish 3 and 4 class are preparing for a 7-day trip to a Spanish-speaking country. Unfortunately they don't get to actually go on these trips. They are presenting them to judges for feedback on how best to market their travel plans as part of a project for class. They are researching the best places to visit, places to stay and cost... READ MORE >

The RVHS yearbook staff will be selling gourmet burritos from El Torito until Friday, October 18. The burritos will cost $24 for one dozen or $14 for a half dozen. They will be delivered on October 23. The burritos are steak, bean and cheese, breakfast, and Pork chicharron with green chiles. READ MORE >

On Thursday, October 10, the 8th graders hosted Nemaha Central and the 7th grade hosted Sabetha on RVHS field. 8th Grade lost 0-44 7th Grade lost 0-28 READ MORE >

On Saturday the volleyball C team traveled to Centralia for their tournament. The C team did well, managing to win half their games, while still putting up a fight for those that they didn't. Scores: RVHS vs Atchison 25-10 & 25-4RVHS vs Nemaha 11-25 & 3-25RVHS vs Centralia 18-25 & 22-25RVHS vs Holton 20-25 & 13-25RVHS vs Pleasant Ridge 25-15 & 25-19 READ MORE >

Royal Valley JV volleyball played at Saint Marys Saturday and had 0 wins over all. Rock Creek: 10-25, 16-25 Blue Valley: 21-25, 25-20, 21-23 Sabetha: 10-25, 11-25 Wamego: 25-21, 23-25, 12-15 Blue Valley: 24-26, 25-10, 12-15 READ MORE >

Royal Valley took a loss against the Marysville Bulldogs Friday 28-60 after 4 long and hard quarters. Noah Franks said, "I think we did pretty good since we scored 28 points. That was pretty good since they're a top-three, state-ranked team and we held them good." READ MORE >

Friday, October 18th, in the elementary school gym is the K-4 character recognition awards assembly. There will be two sections of awards. Kindergarten and 1st grade will be at 2:30pm. 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade will be at 2:50pm. Parents will be notified if their child is going to be recognized, but all parents are welcome to come. Anyone who will be attending needs... READ MORE >

Every grade at the elementary has been going to the fire station this week for fire safety training, obstacle course, and to have fun. The obstacle course had a room full of smoke (fog) while the kids used a fire extinguisher, pulled a hose, carried a bucket that weighed the same as a gallon of water and shot water from a hose at targets. Seth said, "My favorite... READ MORE >

On October 18, RVHS will be recognizing the seniors in Football, Cheer, Band and Cross Country. The ceremony will start at 6:40 pm, before the football game against Hiawatha on the RVHS track. READ MORE >

On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, Royal Valley dairy team students traveled to Sabetha for Dairy Judging. A team as a whole placed 4th. Olivia Rickel placed 4th Lily Lefferd placed 12th Henry Mitchell placed 14th Team members included were Emma Deghand, Abigail Robinson, and Colin Caviness. B team as a whole placed 3rd Erica Schnacker placed 3rd Alexa... READ MORE >

The games on Tuesday didn't go as well as we had hoped. Senior Kenzie Ogden said, "We didn't play so hot." The varsity was struggling with a new rotation since Morgan Harvey was out with a leg injury. Scores: Varsity vs Perry - 25-23 both games vs Riverside - 25-10, 25-16 JV vs Perry - 27-25, 25-20 vs Riverside - 25-20, 25-17 C Team vs Perry - 25-19,... READ MORE >

The new RVHS fishing club had its first meeting on Tuesday, October 8th. The club is already school approved. In the spring when it starts to warm up, the fishing club will go fishing and go to tournaments. If you want to join fishing club, see Mrs. Swank. READ MORE >

On Wednesday, October 16, the middle school will have picture retakes starting at 8:30 a.m. READ MORE >

Congratulations, Holden! He is the October RVHS Senior of the Month!Holden is in NHS, KAY, Cross Country, Basketball, and Track. His GPA is a 3.7. Holden plans to go to college to get his teaching degree. He is points recorder for NHS and is on the board for KAY. A fun fact about Holden is that he was on the staff of last year's yearbook! READ MORE >

On Wednesday, October 16 2019, Royal Valley High School will have a vocal concert held in the Royal Valley Elementary Gym starting at 7 pm. Everyone is invited!Some of the songs that will be performed include "Nightmare Before Christmas Medley," "I Lived" by One Republic, "The Longest Time" by Billy Joel and "You Will Be Found" from the musical, "Dear Evan Hansen." READ MORE >

The 2019 Regional Cross Country meet will be held at Leonardville Golf Course on Saturday, October 26th. The competing teams are Beloit HS, Colby HS, Concordia HS, Goodland HS, Gypsum-Southeast of Saline HS, Hays-Thomas More Prep-Marian HS, Hoisington HS, Holcomb HS, Lakin HS, Lindsborg-Smoky Valley HS, Minneapolis HS, Norton Community HS, Phillipsburg HS, Russell... READ MORE >

On Monday, October 7, JV played at Holton at 6:00pm. Holton had a victory against the JV team 49-0. The C team played a 5th quarter. Jack Wiedmann said, "We have improved from last week, but there is still a lot to improve on." READ MORE >

On Friday night RVHS hosted a football game against Holton. The cross country team ran from the Holton football field to the RVHS field to deliver the football for the game. The Homecoming crowning was also on Friday. The Homecoming candidates were Kenzie Ogden, Holden Mundy, A.J. Hastings, Cassidy Parks, Gavin Cumpton, and Hadley Gregory. The crown bearers were... READ MORE >

On Saturday, October 12, the JV will play at St. Marys High School. Admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for kids. The Panthers will play in the second gym starting at 9 a.m. They will play three games in a row, then there will be a 20-minute lunch break, and then bracket play will begin. On Saturday, October 12, the C team will play at Centralia High School.... READ MORE >

On Saturday, October 5, the varsity volleyball team traveled to Silver Lake where they went 4-1. Silver Lake gave them their first loss of the season. Go to www.kshsaa.org and click on volleyball. Then click on standings on the right side. Change the pull-down menu to 3A to see where the Panthers are seeded. They are 24-1 on the season. Pool Play Royal Valley vs.... READ MORE >

On Thursday, October 3, RVMS traveled to Perry to play a combined game. They came out with their first win! The score of the game was 14-12. Congratulations, boys! Photos by Joan Pahmahmie READ MORE >

On Friday, October 4, 2019, during seminar each class had a theme to decorate a hall assigned to the class. Freshman Class hallway theme was Neverland Sophomore Class hallway theme was Monsters Inc. Junior Class hallway theme was Coco. Senior Class hallway theme was Moana. Junior Class won the hallway decoration. Sophomore Class participated the most... READ MORE >

On Thursday, October 3 2019, Royal Valley High FFA traveled to Belleville for State Land Judging. All together RV Land Judging Team placed 2nd in the state. Morgan Harvey placed 7th, Karlie Albright placed 8th, and Hadley Gregory placed 13th! READ MORE >

The meet went amazing for some and not as well for others. Runner Calvin Ogden said, "I didn't perform as well as I could have. The trail in the trees is so narrow that I couldn't get around anyone." But Cheyenne Hittle did good, placing 21st, with a good group of 4A runners in the mix. READ MORE >

On October 18, 2019, Potawatomi Language classes will begin at RVES. Permissions slips have been sent home with your child. Please sign and return the slips to the office by October 11, 2019. If you did not receive a permission form and would like to have one, please contact the elementary office at (785) 986-6286. READ MORE >

RVHS will host a mental health event for families on November 5th. There will be four speakers who will talk about mental health, suicide prevention and how people process trauma. READ MORE >

There will be a schedule change in Parents as Teachers play groups Daytime Group Connections Where: RVES PAT Rooms When: Thursday, 10:00-11:00 Please contact if needed: 785-986-6286 New dates Shown Below: October 17th November 7th November 21st December 5th December 19th January 9th January 23rd February 6th February 20th March 5th March... READ MORE >

Did you know that each year on September 17th there is an American federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution? The reason the federal government chose this day is because it was on this date in 1787 that delegations to the Constitutional Convention signed the document in Philadelphia. This day is also recognized as... READ MORE >

The Royal Valley Spanish class is looking for people with marketing or selling expertise that would be willing to come to Royal Valley for about two hours in October and coach the Spanish III / IV class to improve presentations, or serve on a final judging panel and give written feedback to students. (Never fear, the presentations will be in English!) Spanish... READ MORE >

RV agriculture classes have a new garden tower with lights. This has been an ongoing grant. There are four sets of garden towers but all are in different locations in Kansas. They are in Holton, Independence, and Coffeyville. The students are experimenting what will be different between each garden tower and will share the results with one another. READ MORE >

On Monday, October 21, RVMS football will travel to Hiawatha for the game that is being rescheduled from September 12. This game will be followed by RVHS JV Football. RVMS volleyball will not have a rescheduled game. READ MORE >

The RVMS football team traveled to Highland Community College to play against the Riverside Cyclones on Thursday. The score was 14-24. The Panthers lost by 10 points. READ MORE >

Link to Boys and Girls Club October Calendar https://5il.co/ar0j READ MORE >

Royal Valley JCYC will now start going to the elementary school once a month to do activities with the fourth grade students. READ MORE >

The meet went very well. Thanks to everyone who helped run the meet! We had three people that lettered by almost an entire minute. Results: High School Holden Mundy - 18:57, 21st Jaemon Smith - 19:31, 28th Isaac Hale - 19:33, 29th Garrett Hammer - 19:42, 32nd Daniel Coleman - 20:20, 37th Brevin Canady - 20:31, 41st Jack Wiedman - 20:34, 43rd Breauna... READ MORE >

Royal Valley High School cheerleaders and dancers sponsored a two-day clinic for elementary cheerleaders last week. That group then performed Friday night during the football game. Photos by Rachel Luthi READ MORE >

All of the RV volleyball teams played very good on Tuesday. Senior Kenzie Ogden said, "We played really good and had good chemistry. It was nice to come out with a clean sweep!" RV Varsity vs Jeff West 25-9 & 25-6RV Varsity vs Perry 25-13 & 25-19RV JV vs Perry 25-21 & 27-25RV JV vs Jeff West 25-23 & 25-23RV C Team vs Perry 25-23 & 25-6RV C Team vs Jeff West 25-19... READ MORE >

On Monday, October 21, RVES will have retake pictures. They have been moved from October 9 to October 21. READ MORE >

The images below contain the information for all RVMS students and parents about the RVMS P.R.I.D.E program for this school year. READ MORE >

RVHS Earth and space classes and Algebra I class participated in a weather balloon launch in Wamego this week. The balloon had boxes tied to the tail. Inside the boxes were GPS trackers and other devises used to collect data on radiation, gas pressure, temperature and the ozone layer. The ozone layer height is 15-30 kilometers.The launch was led by Fort Hays State... READ MORE >

The sophomores and juniors had a finance workshop on Tuesday, September 24. They were given a net monthly salary and some lifestyle situations such as a spouse, children, school loans and housing options. The sophomores and juniors had to go to different booths in the high school gym to work out payments that would best fit their lifestyle that they were given. ... READ MORE >

The AV club went on digital media tours to KTWU and KSNT recently. Mrs. Griffiths said, "KSNT tour wass so impressive! So much more to local news and programming! Robotic cameras, state of the art studio, digital media news. They were so generous with us. The kids got to run cameras, watched segments, just overall an amazing tour!" READ MORE >

RVMS students and parents have the opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. in June of 2021. The tentative tour dates are June 1-4, 2021. The trip will be led by Jill Stithem and Brenda Hainey. Contact stithemj@rv337.org with any questions.Travelers who enroll before September 24 will get $50 off their enrollment price. The Washington trip full info sheet READ MORE >

RVHS students and parents have the opportunity to travel to Italy over spring break in 2021. The first day will be flying over night to Italy. Cities that the group will visit on the trip will be Assisi, Florence, Orvieto and Rome. On the 8th day the group will fly back home. Enroll on our website at eftours.com/enroll. The group number is 2265802WV. If you sign up... READ MORE >

Royal Valley is partnering with GraceMed Health Clinic to provide on-site dental care at all schools twice a school year. These services include dental x-rays as needed, cleanings, sealants, silver diamine fluoride and fluoride varnish. All students are invited to participate with special focus on those children not receiving dental care elsewhere. No child will be... READ MORE >

Yearbooks are $40 until January 1! Price will then increase to $45. Get it personalized for only $5. Senior parents, please help your students turn in a senior picture by December 1st. Senior pictures must clearly show the face, be taken from the chest up, be forward facing, be in color, and be vertical. Also please be sure to reserve your senior tribute Ad space... READ MORE >

Students with vision problems may not know they are having trouble seeing. Without early detection and treatment, students' vision problems can lead to permanent vision loss and difficulties. USD #337 will be screening children in Pre-K, K-3, 5, 7 and 10 grades this school year. Screenings will be done by the district nurse, a Certified Children's Vision Screener. READ MORE >

What? Screening for possible delays in development areas including: walking, talking, seeing, hearing, or learning. Who? All children ages 3 to 5 years of age who live in the Royal Valley School District #337 area. When? Appointments will be made on an individual basis. Where? Royal Valley Early Childhood Center, 15380 "K" Road, Mayetta Please contact one of... READ MORE >

We are enrolling families with children from birth to preschool are in our Parents ad Teachers program. This program is free to all families that live in the Royal Valley school district. A research based curriculum is used that involves activities in each age range in all areas of development. The brain makes more connections during the first years of life than at... READ MORE >

On Thursday, November 7, NHS is holding their annual blood drive in the RVHS gym commons. You could help save a life! Please consider signing up to donate blood! READ MORE >

RVES has been selected to participate in the IAmHealthy research program through Kansas University Medical Center. This is a school based program that helps families learn about healthy lifestyles. The program teaches healthy lifestyle skills that can help kids get to a healthy weight targeting students in grades 2-4 with a body mass index (BMI) above the 85th... READ MORE >

On Thursday, November 21, there will be a Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner held at Royal Valley Middle School. RSVP by November 18th to the middle school at 966-2251. READ MORE >

Stop on Red, Kids Ahead is a new campaign launched by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) to bring awareness to the Kansas school bus stop arm law. Motorists have to remain stopped until the bus is no longer displaying its flashing red lights and stop arm. Violation of the law endangers children and is punishable by a fine and court costs in excess of... READ MORE >

The holiday craft and vendor fair is November 23, 2019 from 9 AM to 3 PM in the RVES gymnasium. Get a jump on your Christmas shopping and help local crafters, vendors and student groups. Free admission! For questions and vendor information, contact Kim Markham markhamk@rv337.org. READ MORE >

The JCYC and FFA are having Shelia Hasenkamp come to RVHS on Tuesday, October 29th at 2:15 for an all school assembly. Sheila's son Parker was involved in an alcohol incident that changed not only his life, but the lives of his entire family. Sheila will tell their story in the assembly. READ MORE >

Top Row: Kaiden Swain, Kyle Riley, Carson Blackwood, Walker Coulter, Eli Murphy, Dustin Gunter, Logan Jewell, Kai Kanicki, James Criqui, Gideon Burnworth and Lucas Goltz. Bottom Row: Elayna Smith, Stormy Lake, Amanda Smith and Callie Coleman. READ MORE >

Three years ago RVHS held our own career fair, but this year we will combine with Jackson Heights and Holton to have a county-wide career fair. We pooled our resources together, so now we will have more information on other careers. Mark your calendars for November 12! READ MORE >

Ten students in 7th and 8th grade that are taking the National History Day elective class, at Royal Valley Middle School, are helping to prepare for their annual Veterans Day Breakfast and Assembly. One of the projects they are currently working on is "Touching History." These students are asking for help from citizens of Jackson County and the surrounding areas... READ MORE >

7th grade 7 Carson Beam 20 Thomas Holcomb 11 Jaxson Stevens 10 Gavin Akin 4 Weston Ross 61 Andrew Lynch 12 Carter Geiger 21 Peyton Rivera 74 Calvin Riley 71 Caliber Miller 55 Matt Buskirk 64 Wylie Johnson 51 ... READ MORE >

No more clipping! Just download the Box Tops app, shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will automatically credit your school's Box Tops earnings online. boxtops4education.com SCAN: If you see this label, use the new Box Tops app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase. No... READ MORE >

1st Row: Sam Riley, Erica Schnacker, Catrina Smith, Cheyenne Hittle, Jaemon Smith, Dakota Hargraves and Sherena Penry. 2nd Row: Lily Cannon, Quinton Nelson, Garrett Hammer, Quo-Jon Tye, Haley Harman, Breauna Jewell, Audrey Pamaska and Chloe Richter 3rd Row: Isaac Hale, Calvin Ogden, Christian McAlister, Jack Wiedmann, Brevin Canady, Preston Torres, Linda... READ MORE >

From left to right and top to bottom. Alexa Ribelin, Sophie Anderson, Krista McGinty, Sondra Owings-Priest, Madison Wassinger, Madison Spencer, Emma Carreno, Courtney Carreno, Josslyn Coulter. Cheer Coach - Julie Marston READ MORE >

Top row: Lilly Lefferd, Josslyn Coulter, Sondra Owings-Priest, Kaitlin Humpert, Natalie Fox, Hannah Smith, Hannah Schnacker, Janine Gustafson. Coach--Brooke Eck READ MORE >

National History Day, this year is the second year that the Royal Valley Middle School has turned National History Day into an elective class for the 7th and 8th grade students. Students take this class with the expectation that will be creating a project that follows under that years topic. This years topic is "Breaking Barriers in History" students projects can... READ MORE >

2019 RVHS Football2 Chance Lyming3 Skylar Mechtley4 MaeShayla Tye5 Omar Higine6 Jack Wiedman7 Colin Caviness8 Haylee Walden9 Aaron Simmons10 Connor Hammes12 Jamison Shane13 Judson Mathis14 Cole Dressman15 Gavin Cumpton19 Noah Franks20 Chase Emery21 Colin Everts22 Kenny Bell24 Lucas Franks25 Levi Parrett26 Tegan Ruddy28 Treyson Murata30 Nue... READ MORE >

Royal Valley High School will be giving free tutoring opportunities. Before school it will be from 7:15am to 8:08am After School it will be from 3:30pm to 5:15pm Day Before SchoolAfter SchoolMondayMrs. RottinghausTuesdayMr. KernMrs. SwitzkyWednesdayMrs. RottinghausThursdayMr. KernMs. Jennings (in library) READ MORE >

The RVHS Volleyball roster is as follows:Kenzie Ogden 12/34Maddie Saia 8Ellie Coleman 16Moran Harvey 10Maria Jessepe 27Emma McKinsey 19Maya Ogden 6Karlie Albright 20/32Megan Fenske 30Shyree Jackson 40Kloee Michael 23Samantha Neuner 38Shanokwa Price 14Auti Wabaunsee 21Emily Lowe 33Kennedy Bryan 11Andrea Clements 2Morgan Davis 36Emma Deghand 7Abby Everts 27Gracie... READ MORE >

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Below are two links listed that will take you to the "Royal Valley USD 337, KS" page in the applications store. You can download the RV app on your phone or tablet for easy access to our web content! Apple: https://apple.co/2MXtoF3Android: http://bit.ly/2N2llXX READ MORE >