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Learn about Monticello Road Project in Western Shawnee

If you are a resident of one of the several communities that line Monticello Road in Western Shawnee, then you are VERY familiar with the line of traffic that forms near Clear Creek Elementary School and Mill Valley High School from 7am-9am and then again from 3pm-4pm.  The City of Shawnee is inviting the public to attend their presentation of the Monticello Road Project on March 14th from 5-7p.  They will be discussing traffic flow and how a new roundabout (to be built this summer) will be more efficient.  For more information, visit Monticello Road Project.

Homes for sale in Shawnee, KS

USD 232 Sees an Increase in Student Enrollment

According to official numbers released by USD 232, enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year increased by 174 students in grades K-12...a jump of 165 students at the secondary level and 9 at the elementary level.  Overall headcount jumped to a total of 6700 students.  Most believe the increase is due to continued growth in the district.  New programs exist at the high school levels now including more advanced placement courses, an expanded broadcast journalism program, and honors archealogy.  And with the slow increase in new home construction as well as the addition of new businesses, the district is sure to see more growth in the future.


School Total

Belmont Elementary (new): 445

Clear Creek Elem.: 585

Horizon Elem.: 453

Mize Elem.: 386

Prairie Ridge Elem.: 548

Riverview Elem.: 550

Starside Elem.: 451

Lexington Trails Middle: 325

Mill Creek Middle: 570

Monticello Trails Middle: 647

De Soto High School: 644

Mill Valley High School: 1,096

Total: 6,700

Kindergarten through 12th Grade Enrollment

(Up by 260 students over two years)

2010-11: 6,567 +174

2009-10: 6,393 + 86


Early Childhood through 12th Grade Enrollment

(Up by 274 students over two years)

2010-11: 6,700 +167

2009-10: 6,533 +107

Love to bike? Check out the Tour de Shawnee!

Tomorrow's forecast?  Sunny and mild in the morning...perfect for a bike ride!  And what's better than a little exercise and fresh air for yourself?  Benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at the same time, of course!

Tomorrow marks the 21st Annual Tour de Shawnee...a bike ride sponsored by the Shawnee Parks and Rec Department, Shawnee Hy-Vee, and the Santa Fe Cosmopolitan Club.  Starting and ending at Power Play Family Entertainment Center, you can choose from a 12 mile or 24 mile bike route.  Check in begins at 7am and the ride starts at 8am.  The entry fee of $25 will get you a t-shirt, breakfast, lunch, rest stop snacks and drinks, medical assistance, SAG vehicle support, and mobile bike repair.

It's not too late to register, so click here for more information!

Students of USD 232 in Johnson County, KS are Making the Grade

Good news!  If you're considering a move into the DeSoto School District (USD 232) or are already a part of it, your child's education will be in good hands.  Students of USD 232 continue to score above state and national peers on the ACT assessment.  The district received a composite average of 22.3 on the 2010 college entrance exam.  This score is five tenths of a point lower than last year, but the district attributes this to the increase in the number of students taking the exam.  There was a 12% increase over last year.  You can see the individual high school results below:

ACT Scores Composite Average All Students	2010	2009	2008	2007
USD #232	22.3	22.8	22.9	22.7
Mill Valley High School	22.4	23.4	23.0	22.8
De Soto High School	22.1	21.5	22.6	22.5
State of Kansas	22.0	21.9	22.0	21.9
National	21.0	21.1	21.1	21.2

If you're considering the DeSoto School District as a part of your child's educational future, there are many homes currently for sale throughout Western Shawnee.  To see a list of what is available in Crimson Ridge, Brittany Heights, Brittany Valley, Lakepointe, Woodland Park, Woodsonia, Monticello Farms, Greens of Chapel Creek, Greenview Ridge, or Estates of Green View Ridge, email, text, or give us a call.  As a resident of Grey Oaks, Pickett Property Group is your Western Shawnee expert.

Shawnee, KS Ranks 17th among Money Magazine's Best Places to Live!

Woo Hoo!  It's always a great day when I have an excuse to brag about the town I live in.  Once again, Shawnee, KS makes CNN Money.com's (Money Magazine) list of Best Places to Live...this time, ranking #17 out of 100.  Of course, I can't ignore Overland Park, who came in at #7!  This year's Top 100 list is the best of the best when it comes to job growth, great school systems, low crime, and being an overall great place to raise a family.  Click here to read the full article.

Market Stats for Shawnee, KS

Looking at the market stats per Trulia, it looks like we may be seeing some interesting effects of the tax credit over the next few months.  The average listing price of homes in the Shawnee, KS area dropped .7% to $266,731 for week ending June 9th, though we did see an increase of 2.3% in the median sales price for the same area of $152,394 from March through May 2010.

Shawnee Homes For Sale

With summertime now at hand, there are still some good deals to be had on homes for sale in the Kansas City area.  Olathe and Prairie Village are the most popular zip codes at this time, but Mission, Lenexa, and Leawood are seeing an increase in activity as well.

Be sure to give us a call or contact us when you are ready to list your home or start the buying process.  We'd love to help and show you what sets us apart from everyone else!

New Listing in Woodland Park only $195,000!!!

Most popular plan & best house in Woodland Park!!  At only $195,000, it won't be on the market long!

TONS OF UPGRADES!  New Roof, A/C, frieze carpet, and decorator paint colors.

GRANITE countertops & STAINLESS appliances in Kitchen.

Well cared for INSIDE & OUT.Huge Great Room plan, with finished basement for media & family rooms plus 1/2 bath & WET BAR.  Private Master level w/double vanity and dual walk-in closets.

Check out our website or give us a call at 913.787.1870 to see this property TODAY!