St. Marys Grade School

Cheer Camp Deadline is Friday, August 22nd!!

6 months ago, SMGS Bears

We are excited to launch a new secure parent communication app called Rooms. The app works within our existing Kaw Valley App! Getting Started is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Watch for an email from accounts@thrillshare.com and/or a text from Apptegy inviting you to create a Rooms account.

You will be prompted to set a password. Following that, you can log in to your account using the email address or the phone number where the invitation was sent, along with the password you set up.

Update your notification settings to choose how and when you’re notified.

If you’d like to stay connected on the go, consider downloading the free Kaw Valley mobile app.

You can find the Kaw Valley App here:
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kaw-valley-usd-321/id1663315586

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.kawvalleyks

Secure Web browser Link: rooms.thrillshare.com

Please reach out via the Kaw Valley Helpdesk if you do not receive your invitation by the end of today (8/18/25).

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeSI_SKiHZEE_tHCiPaB4Q4voJtSXGfC75624mJV7g7fhXDng/viewform

6 months ago, Kaw Valley USD 321

Over the summer Cheryl was at it again bringing "Let the Games Begin" to life. Thank you AGAIN Cheryl for making our school-home away from home always welcoming and fun. There is always something new to explore at SMGS!

6 months ago, SMGS Bears

Solar Oven S'mores with Third grade

6 months ago, SMGS Bears

First day at SMGS. What a great family we have!! We are "all in" for having an epic year so let the Games Begin!

6 months ago, SMGS Bears

Please reach out to Nurse Melissa if you would like further details!

7 months ago, SMGS Bears

Reminder from our wonderful transportation team:

7 months ago, SMGS Bears

While we were working hard to prepare for our Back to School activities, Mr. Medley rolled up in our very own yellow limo and drove us for refreshments that were provided by some of our very own SMGS students! Lemonade and treats in hand, we headed back to finish up the final week of back to school prep. Thank you Mrs. Aubert for the Yelp recommendation!

7 months ago, Susan Bolyard

We are so excited to welcome back our students as we get ready for a new school year. Our theme this year is "Let the Games Begin" with a focus on board & card games. A few dates we wanted to share as we get closer to the start of the school year.

Online enrollment has been sent out to all returning families, please get this done before August 5th.

August 4th: In person enrollment for preschool or new families 8:30 - 3:30 at SMGS.

August 6th: Class lists will be sent out to families

August 12th: Back to School Night from 4:30-6:00 PM

August 14th: First day of classes

Go Bears!

7 months ago, Susan Bolyard

Blue Colorful Illustrative Back to School Flyer

SAT GUS, a satellite launched by NASA engineer Mark Rober, is making it's rounds orbiting Earth's atmosphere. A photograph of Mrs. Griffin's 6th grade class was submitted and SAT GUS took a space selfie and "beamed" it back for us to see. The satellite zips through space at 17,000 miles per hour, orbits 300 miles above Earth and she completes a full trip around the planet every 90 minutes, snapping selfies along the way. The image was taken exactly over the latitude/longitude for SMGS with the curvature of earth's surface in the background! . A huge thank you to Mrs. Griffin's daughter, Briley, for submitting the class photo for the amazing project!!!

7 months ago, SMGS Bears

Kansas Department of Commerce kicks off the Sunflower Summer program for students and families!

The 2025 season of the Sunflower Summer program officially opens Saturday, July 12. With complimentary admission to over 230 attractions across the state, Kansas families will be able to make the most of their summer.

Learn more: https://www.kansascommerce.gov/2025/07/2025-sunflower-summer-free-program-opens-statewide-on-july-12/

8 months ago, Kaw Valley USD 321

School Supply List for 2025-26

8 months ago, Susan Bolyard

Updated Summer Free Meals flyer

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

SMGS Principal's Honor Roll 4th Quarter

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

SMGS 6th graders for 2024-25

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

Mrs. Kerwin’s 3rd graders had a special opportunity to switch roles and become the teacher for the day! Each student chose a topic they were excited to teach to Mrs. Kerwin and their classmates. The lessons included everything from golfing, planting flowers, and throwing a football to making cookie dough, crocheting, slime-making, shooting a basketball, braiding, and creating a salad. Some students were taught how to make homemade bubbles, solve math problems, build a Gimkit game, pitch a softball, and even how to bat! These third graders truly rose to the occasion, delivering engaging lessons that kept everyone interested and involved. The best part? Watching how patient, kind, and helpful each student was in their new role as teacher. What a fun and impressive day of learning!

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

5th Grade Luau!

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

Kindergarten Hat Parade!

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

Friday we celebrated the retirement of our own Carol Flynn. Carol has dedicated 22 years to SMGS shaping the minds of our SPED students. She has always been a steadfast advocate for each student who enters her room. Thank you Mrs. Flynn for all you have done for our SMGS family!

9 months ago, SMGS Bears

SMGS representatives competing in Battle of the Books travelled to Emporia State University for the state finals. While they did not bring home first place they were wonderful role models and representatives of what our bear family is about. Way to go Bears!

9 months ago, SMGS Bears