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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Scott McWilliams has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2026. The Auburn-Washburn Board of Education is beginning the important process of selecting the...
Auburn-Washburn Superintendent of Schools Announces Retirement
Auburn-Washburn Superintendent of Schools Dr. Scott McWilliams has announced his retirement, effective July 31, 2026, following more than three decades of service in public education. Before...
Student Council to Host Trunk or Treat
You're in for a treat, and that's no trick! Join the Washburn Rural High School Student Council for a Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 30, from 5:30–6:30 PM. This family-friendly event is ...
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Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Boys Soccer game vs. Bishop Carroll! Varsity game starts around 6:15 PM at the WRHS McElroy Field and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
Hey WRHS! Tuesday’s lunch is Walking Tacos! Pizza, Parfaits, Deli Sandwiches, Wraps, Chef Salads and a second hot entree item will also be available!
Hey WRHS! Monday’s lunch is BBQ Chicken Sandwich! Pizza, Parfaits, Deli Sandwiches, Wraps, Chef Salads and a second Hot Item will also be offered!
Come support your Lady Blues and all the students participating at the round-robin League Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, October 4! Games start at 9:00 AM in both the WRHS Activity Center and Gym A. Washburn Rural is hosting Emporia High School, Hayden High School, Junction City High School, Manhattan High School, and Topeka High School.
Games will take place on both courts in the Activity Center and in Gym A and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Varsity Football game vs. Topeka High! Game starts at 7:00 PM in the WRHS Bowen-Glaze Stadium and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
The Homecoming Ceremony will take place during halftime.
Friday Night Lights and other exciting sporting events are in full swing! Skip the line by securing your Washburn Rural High School activity passes and single game tickets today!
Purchase online at https://gofan.co/app/school/KS24358.
REMINDER FOR FANS 62 AND OLDER: You qualify for a lifetime activity pass that grants access to every home athletic event (excluding post-season KSHSAA-sponsored events). Stop by the Shuler Education Center during business hours to claim your pass!
Check out the latest issue of the Junior Blues Newsletter!
https://usd437.net/assets/newsletters/junior-blues-news/october-2025
Join in the excitement, homecoming week is here!!!
Washburn Rural High School Student Council invites students, staff, parents, alumni, and friends to celebrate "A Night in Rio" on Friday, October 3, 2025!
🎷 Homecoming Parade 🎷
2:15 PM
Access road between Washburn Rural Middle School and Washburn Rural High School
🍔 Tailgate Party 🍔
4:30–7:00 PM
$5 meal deal (includes burger, chips, drink, and a "treat")
Live entertainment, face painting, and more!
🏈 Football Game 🏈
Kickoff vs. Topeka High Trojans at 7:00 PM
Crowning ceremony to take place at halftime
Student Council invites you to join us in celebrating this year's exciting theme: "A Night in Rio!" Information about Spirit Days, T-Shirts, and the Homecoming Dance is available at https://usd437.net/assets/fliers/homecoming.
Auburn-Washburn USD 437
Homecoming is just around the corner! Washburn Rural High School Student Council invites students, staff, parents, alumni, and friends to celebrate "A Night in Rio" on Friday, October 3, 2025!
🎷 Homecoming Parade 🎷
2:15 PM
Access road between Washburn Rural Middle School and Washburn Rural High School
🍔 Tailgate Party 🍔
4:30–7:00 PM
$5 meal deal (includes burger, chips, drink, and a "treat")
Live entertainment, face painting, and more!
🏈 Football Game 🏈
Kickoff vs. Topeka High Trojans at 7:00 PM
Crowning ceremony to take place at halftime