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Wednesday, November 5 is an Early Release day. Students will be dismissed 90 minutes earlier than regularly scheduled. Auburn-Washburn provides early release days to give teachers an opportunity...
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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...
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Hey WRHS! Tuesday’s lunch is Beefy Nachos! Pizza, Parfaits, Deli Sandwiches, Wraps, Chef Salads and Breaded Chicken Sandwiches will also be available!
Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's State Quarterfinal Soccer game vs. Garden City! Game starts at 6:00 PM at the WRHS McElroy Field and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
The winner of tonight's game will advance to State Semifinals on Wednesday, November 5.
Check out the latest issue of the Junior Blues Newsletter!
https://usd437.net/assets/newsletters/junior-blues-news/november-2025
Hey WRHS! Monday’s lunch is Chicken Gravy over Mashed Potatoes with a Roll! Pizza, Parfaits, Deli Sandwiches, Wraps, Chef Salads and a second Hot Item will also be available!
Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Varsity 6A Football Week 9 game vs. Wichita South! Game starts at 7:00 PM in the WRHS Bowen-Glaze Stadium and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
The winner of tonight's game will advance to Regionals on Friday, November 7.
Come support your Jr. Blues and all the students participating at tonight's Regional Championship Soccer game vs. Wichita East High School! Game starts at 6:00 PM at the WRHS McElroy Field and will be live streamed at http://wrhs.net/live.
The winner of tonight's game will advance to State Quarterfinals on Monday, November 3.
Hey WRHS! Thursday’s lunch is Taco Burgers! Pizza, Parfaits, Deli Sandwiches, Wraps, Chef Salads and a second Hot Item will also be available!
Auburn-Washburn USD 437
It was a cold, wet weekend in Independence, Kansas, but that didn't keep the Washburn Rural High School band from showing up and showing out at this year's Neewollah Marching Festival.
WRHS swept their division, earning:
🏆Best of Class
🏆Outstanding Drum Major
🏆Outstanding Color Guard
🏆Outstanding Percussion Line
🏆People's Choice Award
They were also named Runner-Up Grand Champions!
Congratulations to our dedicated band members and their incredible directors on this outstanding achievement!
Put your hands together for Principal Raines! 👏👏👏
Auburn-Washburn USD 437
Washburn Rural High School Principal Ed Raines has been selected as one of only three recipients statewide for the Principal Advocate Award, presented annually by the Kansas School Counselor Association.
The award recognizes school leaders who demonstrate exceptional support for comprehensive school counseling programs and who actively collaborate with school counselors to promote student success. Recipients exemplify leadership in advancing school counseling initiatives, supporting professional development, applying data-driven practices, and fostering a safe and positive school climate.
Marcie Frederickson, WRHS Department Chair and school counselor, nominated Raines for the honor, detailing his steadfast commitment to the counseling profession, his encouragement of professional involvement, and his data-informed approach to improving student outcomes. “He demonstrates unwavering respect for our profession, supports our professional development, and continually strives to partner with us to find ways to improve academic achievement,” Frederickson wrote. "He is extremely positive, supportive, and regularly expresses his appreciation for our work."
Under Raines’ leadership, Washburn Rural High School has seen measurable growth in student participation in programs such as Washburn Tech, where enrollment increased 55 percent in a single year. He has also championed initiatives like Apply Kansas, which has earned WRHS recognition as an All-Star High School for four consecutive years, and Sources of Strength, a student-led program that promotes mental wellness and suicide prevention.
Following the announcement, Auburn-Washburn Superintendent of Schools Dr. Scott McWilliams remarked, “This recognition is incredibly well-deserved. Principal Raines is deeply invested in creating a positive and supportive environment for both students and staff. His leadership sets a standard for advocacy and collaboration that strengthens our entire school community.”
The Kansas School Counselor Association recognized Raines and the other award recipients at their annual conference on Friday, October 10.
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!
