Today is Law Enforcement Officer Appreciation Day! We want to thank all of our law enforcement officers for everything they do for us at VHHS. Special shout out to our SRO - Dan Hargraves!!
Hope to see you tonight! Proceeds support the Sophomore Class.

LOST AND FOUND: Several items have been left in the Blue Rapids Gym. Please check the picture and let the office at BR Elementary know if any of these items belong to your student. Will donate unclaimed items after Friday, January 16th. Thanks!
Good luck to the HS basketball teams taking on Doniphan West at home! All games are at the HS starting at 4:30 PM.

Junior High Girls win both games against Blue Valley!
A Team: 44-14
B Team: 50-10
Valley Heights Boys Basketball results:
A team won: 43-19
B team won: 31-7
C team lost: 10-12
FREE Income Tax Assistance by Appointment! Marshall county residents and families with low to moderate income, included students who work part-time. Call 785-562-3531 for more info and for appointments.

Good luck to JH Basketball at home vs Blue Valley!

Please help congratulate Ava Smith who signed with Iowa Western to play Volleyball Fall 2026.
Valley Heights wins 62-44 over Clifton-Clyde!
Join us this Friday, January 9th for our King and Queen of Courts. King and Queen will be crowned during half time of the Varsity boys basketball game. the 2026 candidates are Chad Bargdill, Kaitlin Hemry, Gabe Padilla, Stella Martin, Caden Weaver and Josie Parker.
The fourth graders have started their states and capitals unit. We would love to hear from you!

Take Minute this New Year to set new goals or review long term goals. Set a realistic time table to achieve your goals and GO FOR IT! #goforit #newyearnewgoals

Good luck to the Mustangs vs Clifton-Clyde at home. All games will be played at the high school.

Junior High girls come away with two more wins tonight against Washington.
A Team: 59-9
B Team: 48-15
Junior High Boys won all 3 games tonight!
C team: 13-9
B team: 35-15
A team: 44-30
Join us for our upcoming District Site Council Meeting on Wednesday, January 7th at 6:00 pm and be part of the conversation shaping our schools’ future.
🗂️ Topics include:
• State of the District update
• Enrollment trends & future projections
• Financial impacts and planning
• Facility updates and long-term plans
We value transparency, collaboration, and community input. We hope to see you there!
🗂️ Topics include:
• State of the District update
• Enrollment trends & future projections
• Financial impacts and planning
• Facility updates and long-term plans
We value transparency, collaboration, and community input. We hope to see you there!

Good luck to JH basketball playing at Washington County!

As part of School Board Appreciation Month, USD 498 proudly recognizes Sharon Osborne for her dedicated service as a member of the Board of Education since 2012. Sharon's leadership, commitment to students, and deep understanding of education have made a lasting impact on our district. In addition to her years of board service, Sharon has also served USD 498 as an educator, further demonstrating her passion for public education and our community.
Sharon concluded her board service in December 2025, with Monty Shanks stepping into the role in January. We were honored to celebrate Sharon at the December Board of Education meeting, where her family joined us to surprise her as she attended her final meeting.
On behalf of USD 498, we extend our deepest appreciation to Sharon for her many years of service and leadership, and we wish her all the very best in the years ahead.
Sharon concluded her board service in December 2025, with Monty Shanks stepping into the role in January. We were honored to celebrate Sharon at the December Board of Education meeting, where her family joined us to surprise her as she attended her final meeting.
On behalf of USD 498, we extend our deepest appreciation to Sharon for her many years of service and leadership, and we wish her all the very best in the years ahead.


Second semester is approaching quickly and we are starting of the semester with a bang! VH High will be celebrating with King and Queen of Courts and Winter Formal. Here is a list of the spirit days to bring the spirit up and get ready to take on D- West Friday January 9th, 2026. Crowning for King and Queen will take place during Boys Varsity Game.

