Should Blue Valley students Read Great Books? They already do!

Blue Valley Schools places a strong priority on literacy. Middle and high school students take English Language Arts every year, where they read a variety of “classic” (older) and more “modern” literature. In fact, they not only read, but they also discuss, write about, and compare works of literature. 

Important classic works are studied - along with modern literature. New, amazing novels are still being written. It’s a disservice to graduate 21st-century students without introducing them to a variety of important books - including some written in the past 50 years.

To see the list of approved novels for use by middle and high schools classes, use these links:

https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/Page/34459 (High School)

https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/Page/34444 (Middle School)

Blue Valley district curriculum is aligned to Kansas State College and Career Readiness standards for each subject, and 4 credits (4 years) of High School ELA credit is required to graduate.

Read about our 5 high schools here: https://www.standupbluevalley.org/blog/categories/high-school-profiles 

We’ve endorsed Dr. David Benson, Dr. Sonya Evans, and Gina Knapp for BV School Board. They appreciate the importance of teaching classic literature and also embrace forward-thinking 21st century skills for college and career readiness. Read here: https://www.standupbluevalley.org/blog/categories/2025-school-board-election Make a plan to vote early by mail or in person, or on Election Day, Tues., Nov. 4.