Auburn-Washburn USD 437

The Washburn Rural North Middle School Raven Media Yearbook Staff recently earned a Superior rating from the Kansas Scholastic Press Association for its inaugural yearbook!

The yearbook was created by a team of 18 eighth-grade students – now freshmen – who spent six months capturing stories, memories, and moments from the school year. Their work was evaluated in the areas of theme, coverage, photography, writing, and design.

What an incredible accomplishment for their very first yearbook!

We spy with our little eye… our internationally award-winning safety competition driver! 🏆

We were proud to assist the Kansas Highway Patrol on this important public safety campaign.

As students head back to school next week, remember to slow down, stay alert, and always obey school bus STOP arms. Let’s work together to keep our kids safe!

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Staff received a warm welcome from our Washburn Rural High School cheerleaders this morning as they arrived for All Staff Convocation. We're ready for an amazing year together!

Backpacks are packed. School supplies are ready. And now it's time to meet your teachers!🍎

Meet the Teacher Night for many of our elementary schools will take place on Friday, August 7. We can't wait to welcome students and families into our classrooms to kick off another great school year.

Check the graphic below for your school's schedule. See you soon!

Please join us in welcoming the newest members of the Auburn-Washburn team!

Today marks the beginning of our two-day New Staff Academy, where our newest educators and staff members will connect with colleagues, learn about the district's mission and culture, explore the tools and resources that support student success, and prepare for the year ahead.

We're excited to have them on board, and we look forward to the positive impact they'll make in our schools!

We’re making it easier to stay connected!

Auburn-Washburn is transitioning to ParentSquare for all communication between school and home. Families can receive updates, communicate with teachers and staff through secure two-way messaging, sync school calendars with their personal calendars, and more – on your phone, computer, or through the free app.

We’re looking forward to stronger connections and better communication across the district.

To get started:

1️⃣Sign up: https://www.parentsquare.com/signin

2️⃣Download the app: https://www.parentsquare.com/resources/app-download/

3️⃣Watch this brief video: https://vimeo.com/362598038/49d9ffc580?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

ParentSquare Overview for Parents & Guardians ParentSquare is a safe, secure, and modern approach to communication and collaboration between school and home. Video updated June 2026

Reminder to Washburn Rural High School families: Walk-in registration is happening today (Wednesday, July 29) and tomorrow (Thursday, July 30) from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the school.

Be sure to stop by to pick up your student ID badge, parking permit, and more. We look forward to seeing you!

Your printed 2026-2027 Auburn-Washburn District Calendar should be arriving in mailboxes soon!

Want a digital copy, too?

You can view or download it anytime to keep important school dates at your fingertips: https://usd437.net/assets/documents/district-wide/calendars/wall-calendar/pdf/2026-2027.

Following a historic season that culminated in the program’s first state championship since 1952, our Washburn Rural High School varsity baseball team was recognized by the Kansas City Royals during a pregame ceremony at Kauffman Stadium on Friday. Read more at

Kansas City Royals recognize Washburn Rural’s state championship baseball team The Kansas City Royals acknowledged Washburn Rural’s 2026 State Championship baseball team ahead of its contest against the San Diego Padres.

Friday Night Lights will be here before you know it and we're looking for Lil' Blues to help cheer on our team!

The annual Lil' Blues Cheer Clinic will be held on Friday, September 18, from 4:30-7:30 PM. Participants in Kindergarten through sixth grade will learn cheers, practice stunts, and perform with Washburn Rural High School cheerleaders during the first quarter of the varsity football game.

Register today at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9zBQ6nYAUMwKQCZpk6ATytNianylxjoqxaOcHCYvdjPSekw/viewform. 💙