Panther Pride in Action: JAG-K Hosts Annual Induction & Initiation Ceremony
Last night, our Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) program celebrated a major milestone as students were officially inducted into the Career Association during their annual Induction & Initiation (I&I) ceremony.
The Career Association serves as the student-led organization within the JAG-K framework, helping our youth develop essential leadership, civic, and professional skills. The evening was filled with student achievements, inspiring words, and community connection.
Event Highlights:
• Welcome Address: Azarias Teetzel opened the evening with a warm welcome speech to families, staff, and peers.
• Leadership Council Introduction: Binx Kitchkommie introduced the newly selected Officers and Leadership Council members who will lead the chapter throughout the school year.
• Guest Speaker: Former Highland Park JAG-K Specialist and current regional substitute Vern White shared inspiring words on perseverance, personal growth, and career readiness.
• Student Recognition: Each participating student was officially inducted and presented with their membership certificate.
• Interactive Success Craft: Students created personalized "Formulas for Success" using glass bottles filled with beads, glitter, and pom-poms—each item representing specific goals and positive traits for their future.
• Reception: Attendees concluded the celebration with pizza, snacks, and fellowship.
We are extremely proud of our JAG-K students for taking this step in their leadership journey and look forward to seeing all they accomplish this year.
Last night, our Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) program celebrated a major milestone as students were officially inducted into the Career Association during their annual Induction & Initiation (I&I) ceremony.
The Career Association serves as the student-led organization within the JAG-K framework, helping our youth develop essential leadership, civic, and professional skills. The evening was filled with student achievements, inspiring words, and community connection.
Event Highlights:
• Welcome Address: Azarias Teetzel opened the evening with a warm welcome speech to families, staff, and peers.
• Leadership Council Introduction: Binx Kitchkommie introduced the newly selected Officers and Leadership Council members who will lead the chapter throughout the school year.
• Guest Speaker: Former Highland Park JAG-K Specialist and current regional substitute Vern White shared inspiring words on perseverance, personal growth, and career readiness.
• Student Recognition: Each participating student was officially inducted and presented with their membership certificate.
• Interactive Success Craft: Students created personalized "Formulas for Success" using glass bottles filled with beads, glitter, and pom-poms—each item representing specific goals and positive traits for their future.
• Reception: Attendees concluded the celebration with pizza, snacks, and fellowship.
We are extremely proud of our JAG-K students for taking this step in their leadership journey and look forward to seeing all they accomplish this year.
Our Royal Valley High School Band had a thrill performing at Halloween Haunt at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City this past Saturday!
Royal Valley is celebrating Red Ribbon Week from October 26th through October 28th! Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s largest drug-use prevention campaign, and our Jackson County Youth Coalition (JCYC) has planned a great week of spirit days and awareness activities for our students.
Get your outfits ready and join us in dressing up each day:
• Monday, Oct 26 – RED OUT: Wear red to support Red Ribbon Week.
• Tuesday, Oct 27 – TEAM UP AGAINST DRUGS: Wear your favorite team colors or jersey.
• Wednesday, Oct 28 – SPOOK AWAY DRUGS: Wear a fun or spooky Halloween costume.
• Thursday, Oct 29 & Friday, Oct 30: No school—enjoy your long weekend and support our Panthers!
Show your support for a healthy, drug-free community! Tag us in your dress-up photos or drop a comment below to show your Panther Pride.
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV #RedRibbonWeek #JCYC
Congratulations Hadley Schuetz for being accepted to San Jacinto College and Emporia State University.
Congratulations Byokee Martinez- an being accepted to Fort Hays State, Wichita State, Emporia State.
Congratulations Alyssa Baker for being accepted to Pittsburg State University.
Join us for the RVHS Drumline Glow Show! Come support our students as they light up the gym with a dynamic, high-energy performance.
• Event: RVHS Drumline Glow Show
• Date: Tuesday, October 27th
• Time: 11:00 AM
• Location: Royal Valley High School Gymnasium
Mark your calendars and come show your Panther Pride!
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV
• Event: RVHS Drumline Glow Show
• Date: Tuesday, October 27th
• Time: 11:00 AM
• Location: Royal Valley High School Gymnasium
Mark your calendars and come show your Panther Pride!
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV
Regional Champs!
Congratulations to Soonwy Wahwassuck for being accepted to Wichita State, Fort Hays, and Washburn.
Congratulations to Josie Shelton for being accepted to Wichita State University.
The Royal Valley MS Football team closes out its season in dominant fashion with a 44-0 shutout victory over Hiawatha!
Congratulations to our players and coaches on a great season!
#ONERV
Congratulations Payton Hollar-Hicks for being accepted to Kansas State University and Southwestern College.
Attention Panther families! As you join us for parent-teacher conferences, make sure to take advantage of personalized support for your student's future. Representatives from the Washburn University Office of Financial Aid will be on hand at Royal Valley High School to assist families in completing the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Whether you have quick questions or need step-by-step assistance filling out the application, our visiting federal aid experts are ready to guide you through the process.
Event Details:
• Date: Wednesday, October 28
• Time: Begins at 6:00 p.m.--just stop by to get help anytime during the evening
• Location: Royal Valley High School Library
What to Bring:
•Your FSA IDs for both student and parent
• A personal device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone) to complete the application
We look forward to seeing our Panther families there and working together to support our students' post-secondary succe
Whether you have quick questions or need step-by-step assistance filling out the application, our visiting federal aid experts are ready to guide you through the process.
Event Details:
• Date: Wednesday, October 28
• Time: Begins at 6:00 p.m.--just stop by to get help anytime during the evening
• Location: Royal Valley High School Library
What to Bring:
•Your FSA IDs for both student and parent
• A personal device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone) to complete the application
We look forward to seeing our Panther families there and working together to support our students' post-secondary succe
Parent-teacher conferences are coming up on October 28th & 29th and we encourage all families to take this opportunity to connect with their child's teachers!
Conferences are a great time to discuss your student's academic progress, celebrate successes, address any concerns, and work together to support their continued growth. Whether your student is doing well or could use a little extra support, these conversations are an important part of building a strong partnership between home and school.
Conference Sign-Up Links
Please select your child's school below to schedule your conference time:
• Royal Valley Elementary School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvesconferences
• Royal Valley Middle School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvmsconferences
• Royal Valley High School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvhsconferences
If you have children attending multiple buildings, please be sure to schedule conferences at each school.
We encourage families to sign up early to find a time that works best for their schedules. If you have questions or need assistance scheduling a conference, please contact your child's school office.
We look forward to visiting with our families and continuing to work together to help every Royal Valley student succeed!
Conferences are a great time to discuss your student's academic progress, celebrate successes, address any concerns, and work together to support their continued growth. Whether your student is doing well or could use a little extra support, these conversations are an important part of building a strong partnership between home and school.
Conference Sign-Up Links
Please select your child's school below to schedule your conference time:
• Royal Valley Elementary School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvesconferences
• Royal Valley Middle School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvmsconferences
• Royal Valley High School: https://www.signupgenius.com/org/rvhsconferences
If you have children attending multiple buildings, please be sure to schedule conferences at each school.
We encourage families to sign up early to find a time that works best for their schedules. If you have questions or need assistance scheduling a conference, please contact your child's school office.
We look forward to visiting with our families and continuing to work together to help every Royal Valley student succeed!
Congratulations to Hadley Schuetz for being accepted to Wichita State University.
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV
Mrs. Swank's Zoology class dissected an octopus. The students were assigned to try to find the beak and brain, but they weren't allowed to cut open the octopus, so they had to go through the mouth.
Ms. Temple's Spanish 3 and 4 class acts out and builds their story about a vampire and a ghost falling in love, completely in Spanish, with a little plot twist of a secret affair.
Congratulations to Binx Kitchkommie on being accepted to both Emporia State University and Washburn University.
Congratulations to Misa Potts for officially being accepted to Baker University!
Royal Valley School District (USD 337) invites our community, families, and local heroes to join us as we thank and honor our veterans at our upcoming Veterans Day celebration.
Event Details:
• Event: Veterans Day Assembly & Celebration
• Date: Friday, November 6th
• Time: 12:15 PM – 2:45 PM
• Location: Royal Valley Middle School Gym
• Program Highlights: Lunch, guest speaker, and special celebration activities
We encourage all local veterans, military families, and community members to save the date and join us in honoring those who have served. Please mark your calendars and help spread the word so we can show our full Panther Pride for our veterans!
#PantherPride #RV337 #OneRV #VeteransDay #HonorOurVeterans
