Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at the basketball games vs. Manhattan tonight, February 11! Varsity Girls start at approximately 6:00 PM and Varsity Boys afterward around 7:30 PM in the WRHS Activity Center.

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

Congratulations to Auburn-Washburn's own Rishik "Luv" Sinha on successfully defending his title and winning the Shawnee County Spelling Bee! His hard work and dedication have once again earned him the honor of representing Shawnee County at the Sunflower State Spelling Bee on March 22 in Salina.

Join us on Tuesday, February 11, at Washburn Rural High School for an evening that showcases how life is better UNIFIED!

Our annual "Everyone’s a Junior Blue Night" offers students of all abilities the chance to shine on their home court. Festivities will kick off around 7:00 pm and will include an exciting Unified basketball exhibition game, along with performances by dancers and cheerleaders.

Help us pack the stands and cheer on all the participating teams!

Last night, the Board of Education proudly recognized four exceptional individuals from Washburn Rural High School for their leadership, dedication, and positive impact. The honorees included junior Conner Schonlaw and staff members Jessica Morrissey, Kaylee Barber, and Jessica Luse.

Conner Schonlaw, recipient of the ✨Shining Star Award✨, is an active participant in various sports programs, including Unified bowling, basketball, and soccer. He is a dedicated three-year member of the boys basketball program, serving as team manager across all levels. Beyond athletics, Conner’s positivity and kindness have left a lasting impact. "Affectionately known by all the guys as 'Big C,'" said Athletics Director Charlie Nimz, "his infectious positivity and constant smile brighten the lives of everyone around him, and his kindness serves as a reminder that if we all treated everybody the way that Conner does, the world would be a better place."

Jessica Morrissey was presented the ✨All-Star Award✨ for exemplifying the qualities of a top-tier classified staff member. Known for her attention to detail, collaborative spirit, and unwavering reliability, Jessica consistently delivers work of the highest standard. "Her dependability is unmatched," said Principal Ed Raines. "Whether it's managing deadlines, coordinating complex schedules, or anticipating the needs of those she works with, Jessica always handles everything with grace and efficiency." Her dedication, capability, and problem-solving skills inspire admiration and respect from all those around her, making her truly deserving of this recognition.

Student council sponsors Kaylee Barber and Jessica Luse were also recognized with ✨All-Star Awards✨. "They are literally the cogs in the wheel," remarked Assistant Principal Kelly Younger, "ensuring every detail is meticulously planned and executed. From designing and facilitating events that bring our student body together to overseeing large scale gatherings that appear effortless, their dedication and hard work make it all possible." Their relentless efforts foster kindness, build community, and inspire students to grow as responsible leaders who collaborate toward shared goals. Their passion encourages students to think boldly and dream big.

Please join us in celebrating these bright stars for their extraordinary contributions!

Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at the basketball games vs. Topeka High tonight, February 7! Varsity Girls start at approximately 6:00 PM and Varsity Boys afterward around 7:30 PM in the WRHS Activity Center. The King & Queen of Courts Ceremony will take place in between the Varsity Girls and Boys games.

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

Are you smarter than a sixth-grader? The data suggests….it's complicated!

No matter your age, there's something to learn from these Auburn Elementary School students who are putting on a remarkable Science Fair today at the Auburn Civic Center. Through hands-on experiments, they've explored fascinating questions, like:
🥚 What types of liquids best dissolve the shell of an egg?
⚪️ Does adding more Mentos to soda effect the height of the explosion?
🍋 How many lemons does it take to power a digital clock?
🪵 Does the type of wood affect how long it burns?

Stop by between 11:30 am – 12:20 pm or 1:20 – 2:30 pm today, Thursday, February 6, to discover the answers to these questions and more!

Come support your Lady Blues and all the students participating at the basketball game vs. Junction City tonight, February 5! Varsity Girls start at approximately 6:00 PM in the WRHS Activity Center.

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

Congratulations to Auburn Elementary School special education teacher Michelle South for being honored as Majic 107.7's Crystal Apple Award recipient for the month of January!🍎

Michelle was nominated by paraeducator Becky Frosch, who praised her dedication and commitment. In her nomination letter, Frosch shared, "She works with each child on an individual basis to see each student's abilities and not just their disabilities." She went on to add that she works with up to 10 paras in her classroom, helping them out in ways that go beyond her role as a boss. "She is an amazing teacher and person and it would be wonderful if she had this recognition."

Michelle was celebrated at an all-school assembly this morning, where she received an engraved Crystal Apple and a getaway to Prairie Band Casino & Resort.

Please join us in congratulating Michelle on this well-deserved honor!

Registration for Summer Coding Camp is now live! Camp will be held June 2-5, 2025:

Grades K-3 (8:00 - 10:00 am): Students will learn the basics of computer science, participate in hands-on projects, use the Sphero Bolts, Cobo Block Robots, Cubelet Robots, and Edison Robots, discuss why technology is important, learn the difference between hardware and software, and more!

Grades 4-6 (10:30 am - 12:30 pm): Students will be introduced to block-based programming in Scratch to recreate popular games, learn how to use the Sphero Bolts, RVR+ Robots, and other robots to solve basic mazes, learn the Python programming basics, create their first coding project, and more!

Grades 7-9 (1:30 - 3:30 pm): Students will discuss the basic needs to run and create programs, learn the basics of HTML, learn the basics of programming in Python and JavaScript, making projects and solving problems using code, understand and learn how to use IDEs, and more!

Cost includes t-shirt, snacks, drinks, and liability insurance. Register by April 4 to receive the early registration rate of $60: https://sites.google.com/usd437.net/cshs/events/summer-camp.

Kindergarten enrollment is an exciting time in the life of a family! At Auburn-Washburn, that process begins with Kindergarten Roundup, an event designed to introduce families to the school and staff. Each elementary school will host a Kindergarten Roundup event on Friday, April 4, 2025. For more information and to register, visit http://www.usd437.net/roundup. Please note that students must be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2025 to attend kindergarten in the 2025-2026 school year.