April 14, 2026
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Last Day of School Information Dear BSSD Families, The last day of school is Friday, May 22, and it will be an early release day. Our School and Nutritional Services staff will serve sack lunches* ...
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April 8, 2026
JWE Announcements for the Week of April 8th, 2026
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March 23, 2026
JWE Announcements for the Week of March 23rd, 2026
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March 9, 2026
JWE Announcements for the Week of March 2nd, 2026
Weekly Updates For the Week of March 9th, 2026 March 8, 2026 Good evening Warrior families! It’s hard to believe we’re already in the second week of March—time is flying by! A shout out to all our ...
School Profile
James Walker Elementary:
Phone: (816) 874-3660
Address: 201 SE Sunnyside School Road Blue Springs
Hours: 9:15am – 4:05pm
Mission Statement:
The mission of James Walker Elementary School, the Warriors of greatness, is to ensure every child feels safe, supported, valued, and connected through innovative education distinguished by:
- Nurturing and inclusive academic and social environments
- Fostering a culture of kindness and community connection
- Learning experiences focused on the individual and grounded in developing resiliency, adaptability, and life-long learners
- Developing skills allowing each Warrior to believe, achieve, and succeed
Principal’s Message
Welcome to James Walker Elementary – Home of the Warriors!
We are excited that you’ve chosen James Walker Elementary (JWE), and we’re proud to welcome you to the Warrior family! It is my honor to serve as principal of JWE and to be part of a school community built on strong traditions and a commitment to academic excellence.
We are proud to share that JWE was recently recognized as a Distinguished School by the National ESEA for exceptional student performance and academic growth. In 2019, we were also honored as a National Blue Ribbon School and a Missouri Gold Star School—a reflection of our continued dedication to student achievement. Greatness truly happens here, and we are excited for another outstanding year!
Stay Connected
At JWE, we believe that strong communication is key to student success. We encourage all families to stay actively involved in their child’s education. Here’s how you can stay informed:
• Visit our school website regularly for updates.
• Check your child’s teacher’s class page for classroom-specific news.
• Subscribe to our weekly emails for important announcements.
• Join the PTA to support our school community and get involved.
• Follow us on Twitter @JWEWarriors for daily updates and highlights.
We’re Here to Help
If you ever have a question, comment, or concern, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 816-874-3660. Your support is vital to our success, and we are grateful to partner with you in your child’s educational journey.
Here’s to a fantastic school year at James Walker Elementary!
Warm regards,
Mrs. Casey Brownsberger
Principal
James Walker Elementary
cbrownsberger@bssd.net
