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.
Happy NEW YEAR! Please read and share the Schools That Care January Newsletter, https://app.smore.com/n/ufw60
Mustang boys fall in the finale - 58-33.
Lady Mustangs with the win over Superior! Final score 52-25!
Out with the old and In with the NEW!
Celebrate and be safe tonight as you welcome the New Year 2026!
Celebrate and be safe tonight as you welcome the New Year 2026!
Sorry!! Our Mustangs fall to Fairbury, 66-31.
Mustangs boys fall Oatney 66-31.
Lady Mustangs with a 69-39 win over the Fairbury Jeffs in the Winter Classic! Senior Ava Smith surpassed 1000 career points during the game!!!
Valley Heights is proud to host basketball games as part of the KS–NE Showcase!
Come out tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec. 30th, and watch great competition featuring teams from Kansas and Nebraska. No passes will be accepted for these games.
Games will begin at 11:00 AM with the following schedule:
11:00 AM - Washington County vs Superior (Girls)
12:30 PM- Washington County vs Superior (Boys)
2:00 PM- Valley Heights vs Fairbury (Girls)
3:30 PM- Valley Heights vs Fairbury (Boys)
Come out tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec. 30th, and watch great competition featuring teams from Kansas and Nebraska. No passes will be accepted for these games.
Games will begin at 11:00 AM with the following schedule:
11:00 AM - Washington County vs Superior (Girls)
12:30 PM- Washington County vs Superior (Boys)
2:00 PM- Valley Heights vs Fairbury (Girls)
3:30 PM- Valley Heights vs Fairbury (Boys)
May the true spirit of Christmas be yours today and everyday. Merry Christmas! from Schools that Care
Silent Night...Holy Night...Oh Little Town of Bethlehem...We Three Kings...Joy to the World! Let Heaven and Nature Sing the old time Christmas hymns and carols that tell true Christmas Story. #thereasonfortheseason
