Doniphan West USD 111

HS Baseball vs Onaga, 3/31 Game 1: 5-1 Game 2: 13-8 #MustangPride

The February 2025 Mustang Musicians of the Month! Kindergarten Alex Weiland Alex is a great student who works hard to listen, follow directions, and get things done. He does a great job with his warm-ups and singing his songs. 1st Grade Graham Christopher Graham has done an incredible job this year. During class, he pays attention and uses good eye contact when directions are being given. He has done a great job at working hard and getting work done on time. 2nd Grade Karson Miner Karson takes great pride in all he does. Whether it is math, reading, music, art, or technology, he wants to do his absolute best. He is a kind friend who is always there when needed. He is a great role model who is respectful to adults and consistently makes good choices. 3rd Grade Emma Peters Emma is new to Doniphan West this year and has done an amazing job fitting in. She is a polite student who works hard to get what she needs done. 4th Grade Aiden Nuzum Aiden is a great student who is always smiling and in a good mood. He has been working extra hard this year. He always follows directions and listens well. He has worked very hard to learn his songs and does an amazing job with matching pitch and naming notes on the Treble Clef. 5th Grade Henley Fuhrman Henley is a great student who goes above and beyond in class. She works hard on all assignments and any work she is given. She does a great job of ensuring everything is turned in on time and takes great care to ensure things are done correctly. She always does more than is asked. 5th Grade Band Koder Saunders Koder puts in a lot of effort towards learning the trumpet. He is a great student who sits quietly and listens with the intent to learn. He has been doing an amazing job in band. 6th Grade Kamryn Heinrich Kamryn is a hard worker in class and does her best to make good choices. She is good at listening and getting her work done. 6th Grade Band Zeke Ruhnke Zeke is very good at percussion. He works hard to figure out his parts and at times, helps others figure out their parts. He has come a long way this year and continues to improve. Junior High Band Brenna Neibling Brenna is a hard worker. Every day, she does her best to improve her ability. She is a great student. Her abilities were showcased in a recent concert on the song, “Attack of the Zombie Trombones.” Grace Winters Grace has been working very hard this year to improve her playing. She puts in extra time to improve her playing and deserves to be recognized for her hard work. She is quickly becoming a great clarinet player. High School Band Lydia Keebler Lydia consistently works hard to learn her parts and to improve. She is willing to take on any part needed to better the band. She pays attention, focuses, and listens closely to help work out harmony parts in her section. 7th-12th Choir Laela Idol Laela has stepped up as a strong Alto. She works hard to learn the songs we are working on, and sounds great on her part. She consistently stays focused and always does what is asked. Congratulations and thank you for your hard work!!!

Doniphan West Weekly Activities Schedule for March 31st. https://tinyurl.com/DWestActivitiesScheduleMarch31

This week, students enjoyed a visit BlueScope Industries yesterday in St. Joseph, MO to learn about potential career opportunities after high school. Students also had the opportunity to use a welding simulator. James Studie took first place for having the best simulated weld!

Capturing the vibrant energy of KAY Club’s Thrift Shop Fashion Show, this collection of photos showcases a lively fusion of fun, laughter, and style. Several styles were selected from our Mustang Closet. Congrats to Hayden for being most creative, Dixie for best spender, and overall winner Kelby! (Mrs. Taylor was a close second in two categories)

The elementary students enjoyed watching the SpongeBob Musical at HCC today.

HS Baseball vs. Blue Valley, 3/27 Game 1: 18-3 Game 2: cancelled, due to weather #MustangPride

HS Softball vs. Blue Valley, 3/27 Game 1: 15-0 Game 2: 26-12 #MustangPride

Update: Tree limbs caused fuses to blow at the power line on the east end of the playground. Evergy is on their way to fix the issue. Hopefully we will be up and running with electricity soon. The students are actually enjoying not having power.

The power is out at the elementary school due to a downed line. All students are safe, and learning is continuing as planned. Buses will run at their normal times. Phone lines at the elementary school are also down. If you need assistance, please call the high school at 785-442-3286, and we will relay messages to the elementary staff.

The BOOK BLAST program by Books Are Fun kicks off on April 1st! Students will receive all the details that day. Ask your students if they remember last year’s prizes—three individual rewards for submitting 10 emails, treasure chests for four students, an iPad, and free books for everyone at the end. This year’s prizes are different, and the staff can’t wait to see the excitement on the students' faces!

These donations are very much appreciated. If you would like to donate beef, contact Anna Midyette, Food Service Director, amidyette@usd111.org or 785-359-6526. Animals have to be transported to Diamond C Foods near Atchison. Donors receive a family pass to USD111 events, and documentation that could be used as a tax write-off.

D-West National Honor Society Induction, 3/25 Congratulations to our new inductees!

Just a reminder of tomorrow's drivers education meeting -HS Commons -6:00 p.m.

Just a reminder of tomorrow's drivers education meeting -HS Commons -6:00 p.m. Drivers Education Letter https://drive.google.com/file/d/15UJbiovT6lqzVl_cjLSkJWwPAf1GGfYN/view?usp=sharing

Doniphan West Elementary State Assessments Are Coming Soon

HS Baseball vs Frankfort, 3/24 Game 1: 3-4 Game 2: 18-8 #MusatngPride

Special Board meeting (work session-no action) March 31 @ 5:30 PM JH/HS Library to discuss capital improvements. Link: bit.ly/3T5LkRM

Kansas State Assessments begin this week! JH/HS students & families - here are a few friendly reminders as well as testing dates (see attached graphics). All JH/HS state assessment dates are also posted on the District Calendar.

Elementary yearbook ordering deadline extended until midnight tonight! We need a few more orders to meet our minimum order quantity. $15 each. Follow this link https://inter-state.com/YearbookEntry/90917H