The Varsity Girls Basketball team is in Wichita this week competing in the 6A State Tournament. The first game is against Blue Valley North tonight, March 13 at 8:00 PM at Wichita State University's Koch Arena.

If you are unable to cheer on our Lady Blues in person, students Peyton Goehring and Calvin Manthe will be providing live commentary! You can listen to the commentary on the WRHS YouTube channel, or at http://wrhs.net/live.

🌸🌿Spring Break is nearly here! 🌿🌸

This is a friendly reminder that Spring Break begins on Friday, March 14. Students will return on Monday, March 24. Have a safe and enjoyable break!

The Varsity Boys Basketball team is in Wichita this week competing in the 6A State Tournament. The first game against Wichita Heights is tonight, March 12 at 8:00 PM at Wichita State University's Koch Arena.

If you are unable to cheer on our Jr. Blues in person, students Peyton Goehring and Calvin Manthe will be providing live commentary! You can listen to the commentary on the WRHS YouTube channel, or at http://wrhs.net/live.

Summer Science Camp is an exciting opportunity for students to explore nature, wildlife, and science! Available to students entering grades 1-7 in the 2025-2026 school year, the camp focuses on hands-on experiences that emphasize conservation, environmental science, and wildlife education. Learn more at https://usd437.net/assets/fliers/summer-science-camp-2.

Newspaper students at Washburn Rural Middle School have unveiled their third-quarter photo galleries. Visit The Falcon Feather's website at http://www.wrmsnews.net to explore student life through their lens, including:
📷Athletic events
📷Classroom instruction
📷Clubs and activities
Captured and captioned by students, this collection of snapshots offers a glimpse into the many experiences and opportunities available to our middle school students.

Come support your Lady Blues and all the students participating at the Sub-State Championship Varsity Girls basketball game vs. Manhattan today, March 8! Game starts at 3:30 PM in the WRHS Activity Center. The winner of this game will advance to the State Tournament in Wichita starting Thursday, March 13.

If you are unable to attend today's event, coverage will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.

Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Sub-State Varsity Boys basketball game vs. Junction City tonight, March 7! Game starts at 7:00 PM in the WRHS Activity Center. The winner of tonight's game will advance to the State Tournament in Wichita starting Wednesday, March 12.

If you are unable to attend tonight's event, coverage will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.

March is National Youth Art Month, a time to celebrate and promote the arts and art education. Auburn-Washburn students will have their work showcased at several locations tonight, Friday, March 7, 2025, as part of Topeka's First Friday Artwalk. We invite you to support our talented student artists by visiting one or more of these inspiring exhibitions.

🎨WRHS Student Art Lock-in Show | Stephen Smith Gallery
5:00 – 7:30 PM
View a stunning collection of works created by Washburn Rural High School AP Art Students during the 4th Annual Art Lock-In. Over the course of this unique event, 17 students learned new techniques and painting practices from guest artist, Jen Unekis. Their masterpieces will be on display at the gallery, with many available for purchase.

🎨Kansas Youth Art Month Exhibit | Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Explore a remarkable display of K-12 student artwork from across the state, including 12 student artists representing the Auburn-Washburn School District. Be sure to cast your vote for the People's Choice Awards before voting closes on March 21.

🎨Metamorphosis Art Show | Jay Shideler Elementary School
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Step into a world of creativity as you stroll the halls of Jay Shideler to view K-6 student art inspired by theme, "Metamorphosis."

Many of these exhibits will remain open throughout the month of March. Don't miss your chance to experience the incredible creativity of our students!

The Washburn Rural High School Hall of Fame committee is calling fo nominations. If you know of any former WRHS staff, students, or teams who should be recognized for their outstanding achievements or contributions, please consider submitting a nomination through the district website at https://usd437.net/wrhs/hall-of-fame/nomination.

Come support your Lady Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Sub-State Varsity Girls basketball game vs. Lawrence Free State tonight, March 5! Game starts at 7:00 PM in the WRHS Activity Center. The winner of tonight's game will advance to the Sub-State Championship game on Saturday, March 8.

If you are unable to attend tonight's event, coverage will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.