Marais Des Cygnes Valley USD 456

Proud of Our Lady Trojans Tonight didn’t end the way we hoped on the scoreboard, but it does not change how incredibly proud we are of our MdCV Lady Trojans. This team represented our school and community the right way all season long. Their hard work, commitment, and heart carried them all the way to the State Tournament, and that is something no one can ever take away from them. To our seniors—thank you. You have set a tremendous example for the younger players who will follow in your footsteps. Your leadership, toughness, and dedication to MdCV will be remembered for years to come. I also want to recognize our student section and fans who made the trip. You were loud, positive, and respectful, and you showed everyone exactly what Trojan pride looks like. Lady Trojans, hold your heads high. You gave everything you had, and our entire school and community are proud of you. Trojans never give up!!!. ❤️💙

HS Girls Basketball ends a great season with a loss in the quarterfinals of state.

Pep Bus Fueled Up and Ready to Cheer! Our MdCV Pep Bus crew made a fun stop at Hong Kong Buffet on the way to Salina tonight to grab a bite before cheering on our Lady Trojans at the State Tournament. It was great to see our students enjoying a meal together, sharing some laughs, and getting ready to bring plenty of Trojan spirit to the game. A big thank you to everyone who helped make the pep bus possible and to the community members who continue to support our students. Opportunities like this allow our kids to experience something special while backing their teammates on one of the biggest stages. Now the Trojan fans are fueled up and ready to be loud and proud as we support our girls tonight! Go Trojans! 🏀💙

T-Shirts are ready for pickup in the High School/Junior High Office. Thank you so much to Gloria Kitt, Chris Calderwood and Christy Calderwood for spending all night getting them ready! You can pickup and pay Savannah in the office.

It's Game Day! State basketball in Salina.

MdCV Lady Trojans Shirt Orders are only active until Noon Today! Get yours in ASAP!
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Preschool Pre-Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is beginning! This form should be completed before April 15 for all returning students and those who are new and interested in attending preschool next year as a 4-year-old. **For new students, filling out this form expresses interest in having your child attend. It does not guarantee enrollment.**
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Support the MdCV Booster Club by ordering candy filled eggs to be delivered to your home on Saturday, April 4th for Easter morning fun!
Orders and money must be received by Friday, March 27, 2026.

Friendly Reminder – Early Release Wednesday Just a quick reminder that USD 456 will have an early release this Wednesday, March 11, so our students, families, and fans have time to travel and support our MdCV Girls Basketball Team at the State Tournament. Our Trojans will take the court at 6:00 PM at Kansas Wesleyan University in Salina, Kansas. We hope to see a strong showing of Trojan support in the stands! Also, please note that the Board of Education meeting has been moved to Tuesday at 7:00 PM this week. We are incredibly proud of our girls and the hard work they’ve put in all season. Let’s come together as a community and cheer them on. Go Trojans!

Weeks Activities

Wednesday announcement

HS Girls first round state game is in Salina.

HS girls basketball advances to the State Tournament.

Reminder : Tonight is the Elementary Open House 5:30 - 7:00 PM.
The Book fair will be open the entire time. Come see us!

8th grade Business Essentials class presented their entrepreneur plan to our judges in the picture. They all did a great job!!!

Change in Scheduled Board Meeting.

District Selection Day was a BIG day for Marais des Cygnes Valley FFA! 💙💛🌟 Today we had 7 State Degree candidates evaluated — and we’re proud to share that all seven passed District evaluation and are advancing to State! 🎉📈 Congratulations to our State Degree candidates: 🔹 Ella Reed 🔹 Taytum Gellhaus 🔹 Kate Patterson 🔹 Ty Calderwood 🔹 Landon Reed 🔹 Mady Rose 🔹 Trae Walker We also had four Proficiency Applications, and we are excited to announce that all four were District Winners! 🏆👏 🔹 Dalton Lingenfelter – Agricultural Fabrication Repair & Maintenance for his work at Sloop Sales and Hook Repairs 🔧 🔹 Emily Criqui – Outdoor Recreation for her work at Melvern Lake Marina 🚤🌊 🔹 Mady Rose – Agricultural Communications 🎤 🔹 Mady Rose – Veterinary Science 🐾🐄 Emily Criqui also interviewed for Star Greenhand in Placement, where she discussed her SAE and experiences with the judges. While she didn’t take home the title, she interviewed extremely well and represented our chapter with professionalism and confidence. 💬🌱 We also had three members interview for a spot on the District Officer slate: 🔹 Mady Rose 🔹 Dalton Lingenfelter 🔹 Bella Reeser Out of 25 candidates, only 10 make the slate — and we are proud to announce that Mady Rose is one of those 10! 🎉 She will now deliver a speech at the East Central District Banquet and be voted on by chapter delegates. 🗳️🎙️ We are incredibly proud of all of our members. Marais des Cygnes Valley FFA was very well represented at District Selection Day! 💙💛🌟 Matthew Railsback Agriculture Education/FFA Advisor USD 456 Marais Des Cygnes Valley