Tonganoxie High School

Students in Profe McQueen's Spanish I classes continue working through the "Billy la Bufanda" unit with vocabulary and storyline details. After sequencing the events from the video, students completed a color glyph about what activities they prefer in various Spanish-speaking countries. Then, they worked collaboratively on annotating diary entries to determine who the information was about (a sneaky way to highlight grammar!). #tongienation #usd464

19 days ago, Melanie McQueen

Students are reading pairs of activities in different countries on a projected slide and coloring their glyph illustrations based on their personal preferences.

Two female students are seated at a table, sequencing strips of paper into the correct order of events.

Students are annotating diary entries to show their understanding of the text projected on the board and on their papers.

Students are annotating the text by highlighting sentences that have information about different characters.

Students are working collaboratively to read text and determine the characters being mentioned.

THS World Cultures Club had a fantastic end-of-year finale field trip to India Palace in Overland Park, where members were able to try a huge variety of authentic Indian food and had a fabulous time! #tongienation #usd464

20 days ago, Heather Rowe

our World Cultures Club enjoying delicious authentic Indian food.

our World Cultures Club enjoying a variety of authentic Indian food.

The boys golf season is now about halfway through, and tournaments are well underway. Here is a recap of the season so far: 1st Tournament – Bonner Springs Invitational: The team opened the season at Sunflower Hills, showing strong potential with a team score of 345. Lachlan McRae led the way with a 78, earning 3rd place as an individual. The team finished 6th overall but learned valuable lessons about the importance of signing the correct scorecard and playing the proper ball. Continued improvement and focus will be key. 2nd Tournament – Firekeeper (Hosted by Royal Valley): At one of Kansas’ finest courses, the team performed well, finishing 3rd with a score of 351. Luke McRae led with an 84, while Gavin Reischman and Lachlan McRae contributed solid rounds of 87. Coach Joe provided excellent guidance throughout. The team continues to build on its progress. 3rd Tournament – Oakwood (Hosted by Mill Valley): Competing in a primarily 5A and 6A field, the team placed 11th with a score of 356. Zac Fisher led the team with an 83. The boys recognize the need for continued effort and development to stay competitive at this level. 4th Tournament – Wamego Country Club: The team secured 3rd place, trailing only Towanda Circle and Wamego—two strong contenders likely to qualify for state. Luke McRae once again led with an 85, followed by Gavin Reischman (89) and Zac Fisher (87). The team is motivated to improve and close the gap on top-tier programs. Junior Varsity – Piper Tournament: The JV squad also competed recently, with Cameron Wensel leading the way with a 93. The team will return to action on Monday at tournaments in Manhattan and Bonner Springs. Thanks to everyone for the continued support and encouragement throughout the season! #tongienation #usd464

20 days ago, Douglas Sandburg

A bird's beak: its best tool! Biology students in Mrs. Dominick's class are gathering data to explain how natural selection leads to the adaptation of populations. 🐦‍⬛🐦 #tongienation #usd464

20 days ago, Kyla Dominick

This week, THS senior Solomon Carter signed his National Letter of Intent to run cross country and track at Dakota State University! Congrats Solomon!! #tongienation #usd464 #classof2025

20 days ago, Shelby DeMaranville

The THS Transformative Teacher this month is Tony Maurer! Tony was recognized by Ms. Overdick because of the impact he has on our students, teaching them skills for life. Tony goes above and beyond to help THS students find and develop a passion for working with their hands. Congratulations Tony! #tongienation #usd464

20 days ago, Cody Witte

Congratulations to all of THS FCCLA members for an outstanding State Leadership Conference! The chapter brought home more awards yesterday, including: 🏆 Gold Membership Award 🏆State Project - Platinum Award 🏆Families Acting For Community Traffic Safety - National Program Award for Kansas 🏆Families First - National Award for Kansas ⭐️Kyndal Romero received a Leadership Scholarship The following students qualified for Nationals in Orlando this summer: Aubrey Padfield, Khrisalyn Wright, Emily Lopez, Zayleigh Barton, Anna Gepner, Lauren Breuer, Gemma Halsa, Josie Roe, and Kalea Baldock!

20 days ago, Heather DeMaranville

Today the Success Center visited the iBUILD Showcase at Bartle Hall. Students were given the opportunity to interact with professionals in various trades and hear about training and apprenticeship programs available to them. #tongienation #usd464

21 days ago, Mark Padfield

Students in Ms. Cheney's second hour, AP English and Language Composition, reviewed To Kill a Mockingbird using a Jeopardy-style game! #usd464 #tongienation **Post by Sawyer Frese '25**

21 days ago, Sawyer Frese

Ms. Cheney presenting the Jeapordy board.

Students answering the Jeapordy question

Gavin Garner '26 and Paityn Van Middlesworth '27 both received ratings of 1-Outstanding at the 5-4A Regional Solo and Ensemble Festival contest at Mill Valley High School on April 5. They will perform at the State contest on April 26. Congrats to these two talented musicians! #tongienation #usd464 #YeahBand

21 days ago, USD 464

Gavin Garner wearing black pants and white shirt, playing a trombone.

Paityn Van Middlesworth wearing a black dress, playing a saxophone.

Students in Profe McQueen's Spanish I classes listened to a Picture Talk video in Spanish that previewed the actual story video and then shared with each other what they understood so far. After watching the video, students had to sequence the order of events by reading description in Spanish. #tongienation #usd464

21 days ago, Melanie McQueen

Students are listening to a Picture Talk video to preview the actual video. This scene depicts Billy the Scarf talking to a pair of pink boots in front of their house.

Students are talking with each other about what they understood so far from the video segment.

Students are working in collaborative groups to sequence strips of paper into the correct order of events from the video.

Students are listening to a Picture Talk video to preview the actual video. This scene depicts Billy the Scarf who has a cracked tooth.

Opening Session for State FCCLA brought the THS chapter the following recognitions: 🏆National Program Awards- Kansas Student Body Winner 1st Runner-up Community Service 🏆Ms. Noe - Novice Advisor of the Year 🏆Huston Albert - District E-East Member of the Year 🎖️LEO award winners District Officers were also installed into office for the 2025-26 school year. #tongienation #usd464

21 days ago, Heather DeMaranville

FCCLA State Leadership Conference is off to a great start! Josie Roe, Aubrey Padfield, and Harlee Morando attended the Peer Education "Dream Big" Celebration. STAR Event competitors Karsyn Platt, Ashlyn Brune, Josie Roe, Adlen Johnson, and Addyson O'Hare are ready to present to the judges. #tongienation #usd464

22 days ago, Heather DeMaranville

Students in Profe McQueen's Spanish I classes participated in Listen and Draw, first carefully listening to a native speaker describe four different scenes. Students then drew the scenes before doing a Gallery Walk to view each other's masterpieces! #tongienation #usd464

22 days ago, Melanie McQueen

Students are drawing pictures in their notebooks, based on descriptions that they hear in Spanish.

A student is drawing pictures of different activities that she hears in Spanish.

Student drawing of a scarf on adventures, a scarf getting medicine at the pharmacy, attending a sports event at a stadium, and eating at a restaurant.

Week 2 of spring league for the THS Clay Target Team = 2 perfect rounds for 2 athletes. Congratulations to Gavin Splichal and Wyatt Bennett on 25s! #tongienation #usd464

22 days ago, USD 464

Gavin and Wyatt hold up perfect 35 patches on the trap shooting course

Congrats to Lachlan McRae ‘26 for earning 4A Boys Basketball All-State Honorable Mention! #tongienation #usd464

22 days ago, USD 464

Students in Profe McQueen's Spanish I classes are participating in Señor Wooly's Spring Fling with a unit called "Billy La Bufanda" -- a scarf who goes on adventures. Their first activity was Conversation Cards in which they asked and answered questions using new vocabulary. Then, they read descriptions on their postcard papers and matched them to the countries on the slides. Finally, they participated in a fast round of Finish the Sentence by listening to Profe's sentences and stating the matching countries. #tongienation #usd464

22 days ago, Melanie McQueen

Students are sitting in their Spanish classes, asking each other questions. Projected onto the board is a slide with useful vocabulary in Spanish.

A student is reading a question in Spanish to her group.

A group of students is sitting on the floor. A female student is holding up her question card, and two other students are looking at the card to give their response.

A group of students is sitting on the floor. One female student is asking the question on her question card.

Students are looking at a slide of a scarf, eating roast beef at an Argentinian restaurant. They are reading their papers to find the postcard with the matching description.

Students are looking at a projected slide of a scarf who is in the Costa Rican rainforest with animals. They are reading their papers to find the postcard with the matching description.

Students are listening to the teacher’s statement. Students are looking at their postcards to find the location that matches the description.

Check out the latest episode of Tongie TV, created by Mr. Simmons' Video Production class! 📺📺📺 #tongienation #usd464https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zkuhq5_Hjyc

26 days ago, USD 464

Today the THS Student Nutrition team honored World Autism Awareness Day! #tongienation #usd464 #AutismAwarenessDay

27 days ago, USD 464

seven ths student nutrition members standing in the THS cafeteria

If you're out checking the deals at the City Wide Garage Sale this Saturday, swing by the Beatty Field Fieldhouse! All monies raised will go to offset travel costs for our FCCLA kids headed to Nationals this summer in Orlando. #tongienation #usd464 #FCCLA

27 days ago, Mark Padfield