Tonganoxie High School

Congratulations to our Band students for their outstanding performances at the State Solo and Small Ensemble Music Festival on Saturday April 25, 2026.

State Music Festival Results!

All Students Receiving “1” Ratings earned a State Medal

Receiving “1” Ratings

Gavin Garner - Trombone Solo
Paityn Van Middlesworth - Alto Saxophone Solo

Congratulations also to Paityn Van Middlesworth for earning a perfect 80 score!

The Thoughtful Saxophone Quartet
Paityn Van Middlesworth, Makenna Denholm, Amelia Pestock, Elijah Hinrichsen

Shepherd’s Clarinet Quartet
Rosalea Francis, Amelia Pestock, Alyssa Schmid, Victoria Rasnic

The Low Down Percussion Ensemble
Charlotte Absher, Elijah Hinrichsen, Allison Baldwin, Stanley Brinkmeyer, Cassius Brown,
Legan Caraway, Joseph Dean, Analise Fouts, Payton Frost, Gavin Garner, Archer Grier, Morgan Melaas, Connor Nitchals, Rowin Pruitt, Paityn Van Middlesworth. Maggie Wells

Receiving “2” Ratings

Connor Nitchals - Flute Solo
Rosalea Francis - Clarinet Solo

Symphonic Woodwind Choir
Destinee Barto, Betsey Burge, Makenna Denholm, Rosalea Francis, Elijah Hinrichsen, Elle Howlett, Sarah Meyer, Connor Nitchals, Victoria Rasnic, Genesis Rincon-Robledo, Audrey Smith, Paityn Van Middlesworth, Emilee Weymeyer

Fantastic Flute Clarinet Duet
Genesis Rincon-Robledo
Alyssa Schmid

about 6 hours ago, Charles VanMiddlesworth

Students in Spanish 1 are testing their vocabulary and story comprehension, as they sequence Spanish word/phrase cards and use their knowledge of Spanish syntax, to create sentences from their class novel, El capibara con botas (The Capybara With Boots).

about 6 hours ago, Melanie McQueen

Two female students are sitting at desks and are copying their sentence that they sequenced using the vocabulary cards from our class novel, El capibara con botas.

Four male students are sitting at tables and are copying their sentence that they sequenced using the vocabulary cards from our class novel, El capibara con botas.

Three female students are sitting on the floor and are discussing the vocabulary cards that they sequenced to create a sentence from our class novel, El capibara con botas.

Two male students are sitting at a table and are copying their sentence that they sequenced using the vocabulary cards from our class novel, El capibara con botas.

Congratulations to our Band students for their outstanding performances at the Regional Solo and Ensemble Music Festival on Saturday April 11, 2026. Our students earned a record number of superior “1” rating performances qualifying nine entries into the State Music Festival!

Regionals Music Festival Results!

State Qualifiers Receiving “1’ Ratings

Gavin Garner - Trombone Solo

Paityn Van Middlesworth - Alto Sax Solo

Connor Nitchals - Flute Solo

Rosalea Francis - Clarinet Solo

Symphonic Woodwind Choir

Destinee Barto, Betsey Burge, Makenna Denholm, Rosalea Francis, Elijah Hinrichsen, Elle Howlett, Sarah Meyer, Connor Nitchals, Victoria Rasnic, Genesis Rincon-Robledo, Audrey Smith, Paityn Van Middlesworth, Emilee Weymeyer

Fantastic Flute Clarinet Duet

Genesis Rincon-Robledo

Alyssa Schmid

The Thoughtful Saxophone Quartet

Paityn Van Middlesworth, Makenna Denholm, Amelia Pestock, Elijah Hinrichsen

Shepherd’s Clarinet Quartet

Rosalea Francis, Amelia Pestock, Alyssa Schmid, Victoria Rasnic

The Low Down Percussion Ensemble

Charlotte Absher, Elijah Hinrichsen, Allison Baldwin, Stanley Brinkmeyer, Cassius Brown,

Legan Caraway, Joseph Dean, Analise Fouts, Payton Frost, Gavin Garner, Archer Crier, Morgan Melaas, Connor Nitchals, Rowin Pruitt, Paityn Van Middlesworth. Maggie Wells

Receiving “2” Ratings

Marching Low Brass Duet - Gavin Garner, Archer Grier

Katy Duncan - Trumpet Solo

Receiving “3” Rating

Wesley Emery - Tuba Solo

14 days ago, Charles VanMiddlesworth

Sneider Murcia Cartagena has completed the requirements for his diploma in the Success Center! He put in a lot of time and effort to get this done. We are proud of you, Sneider, and wish you the best moving forward!

17 days ago, Mark Padfield

We’re excited to share that summer camps and workouts at Tonganoxie High School are now open for registration!

Opportunities are available for students entering grades 1–12, with a variety of camps and skill sessions designed to keep kids active, learning and having fun this summer.

Families can view all camp offerings and access registration links here:
https://www.tong464.org/page/2026-summer-camps

Additional details, including schedules and sport-specific information, can be found in the attached graphics.

Payment can be made in advance to THS by May 22 or on the first day of camp.
Please do not send payments into the TES or TMS offices.

18 days ago, Josey Eastes

Some of the Introduction to Engineering students took a field trip to KU to check out some of projects they have going on in the school of engineering!

20 days ago, Kaitlyn King

Engineering students at the structural testing facility.

Engineering students with a formula one car.

Engineering students learning about a wind tunnel.

High school students enrolled in Painting II and European Literature toured the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City today, examining European art from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods.

20 days ago, Amelia Schroeder

Large group standing in front of the worlds largest shuttlecock

People looking at a docent while she talks about the art

people sitting in booths at a restaurant

Congratulations Julie Coffey on being this months Transformative Teacher! Ms. Monroe recognized Mrs. Coffey for her passion and kindness that she brings to the classroom. Mrs. Coffey's impact is felt throughout the school.

25 days ago, Cody Witte

Our FBLA students did an outstanding job representing our school at the Kansas State FBLA Competition! Through hard work, preparation, and professionalism, they competed in a variety of events and showcased their business knowledge and leadership skills. Congratulations to all participants on a successful competition, your efforts truly paid off!

25 days ago, Craig Martin

The Boys Golf team had a great start to the season. We went to Firekeeper golf tourney. The team won the tourney with a 345 team score and Luke McRae won the tourney with a 75. Also placing 8th and 9th were Cameron Wensel and Lachlan McRae.

27 days ago, Mr. Sandburg

The Success Center has had another student complete the requirements for a high school diploma. Congratulations to Carlos Lerma! Carlos worked hard to complete his deficiencies this year. We wish you the best of luck with your future plans! Well done, Carlos!

28 days ago, Mark Padfield

THS hosted the 39th Educational Excellence Banquet last night at Deer Ridge Estate. Congratulations to all of our students who were recognized for their academic accomplishments. We are very proud of your hardwork and dedication in the classroom! Also, congratulations to Kathy Harrell who was recognized with the Excellence in Teaching award!

about 1 month ago, Tara George

Kathy Harrell receives the Excellence in Teaching award.

John Tollefson delivers a dynamic speech to our students and families.

Rei Hartford has also completed the requirements for her high school diploma! We are very proud of you. Good luck with the next phase of life! Sorry we didn't get this announced before leaving for Spring Break!

about 1 month ago, Mark Padfield

Jebier Murcia Cartagena is our most recent graduate from the Success Center. We are proud of the hard work and perseverance you showed. It was a long road, but you made it. Best of luck with the next chapter, Jebier!

about 1 month ago, Mark Padfield

Our Transformative Teacher this month is Ms. Monroe! She was chosen by Mrs. Yetter because she challenges students to reflect and think critically. She holds students accountable while building independence. She is open and understanding with students and creates strong relationships. She also has incredible vocabulary lessons! Congratulations on this recognition Ms. Monroe!

about 2 months ago, Cody Witte

It's blood drive day!! Walk in spots are still available!!

about 2 months ago, Crystal McCoy

Spring Break is March 16-20, 2026. All district buildings will be closed and there are no classes for students. Buildings reopen and classes resume on Monday, March 23, 2026. #tongienation #usd464

about 2 months ago, USD 464

blue background, white text, spring flowers in various shades of blue, purple, orange and turquoise

THS Stuco is excited for their annual blood drive!! Please sign up for a donation session with the QR code in the flyer or by going to www.savealifenow.org/group and use code KCR. This is available to everyone 17 years or older, and 16 with a signed permission slip.

about 2 months ago, Crystal McCoy

blood drive flyer. Wednesday March 4th 7:30-1:00

THS Science Olympiad competed in Regionals Saturday and brought home some hardware! Great end to the season! We continued to get better throughout the season! Proud of these students! We are still waiting for the rest of the results!

Brooke Price and Sarah Meyer - 3rd Place - Bungee Drop
Brooke Price and Sarah Meyer - 4th Place - Ping Pong Parachute
#Tongieproud

about 2 months ago, Nicole Snider

THS Science Olympiad competed in Regionals today! Proud of these students!

THS Science Olympiad competed in Regionals today! Proud of these students! We are still waiting for the rest of the results!

Congratulations to Adrienne Dean (Job Interview), Jax Larson (Intro to Supply Chain Management) and Dalton Bundy (Intro to Retail and Merchandising) for 1st Place finishes at FBLA District Competition. They are part of the team that will be competing at State a the end of March. Great job to all!!

about 2 months ago, Craig Martin

Dalton Bundy Intro to retain and merchandising.

Jax Larson Intro to Supply Chain Management.