By MIKE COURSON
Great Bend Post
Two weeks between the National Football League's conference championship games and the big game leave plenty of time for fun. Several Great Bend schools and daycares have turned to theme weeks to keep interest high in Sunday's game. Jefferson Elementary Principal Adam Niedens said there's plenty of fun for students and teachers alike.
"We have a few more fun days coming up," he said. "It's fun seeing all the kids getting to participate. I honestly think some of the teachers are more excited about getting to dress up than the kids."
Family Support Worker Krystal Woodral got the week rolling at Jefferson. Monday was all about Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Tuesday was a chance to show some Travis Kelce swagger. The rest of the week included pajamas on Wednesday, retro wear on Thursday, and going red for Fired-up Friday.
"We've had really good participation," Niedens said. "Staff has been all over it. I'd say so far, these two days, the kids have really been going at it. I think the parents are helping them get dressed up. It's kind of cute to see."
Some daycares around the area are having similar weeks, with one going retro in honor of Kelce's number 87. Staff at Great Bend Middle School is planning on a "Soup-er Bowl" party on Friday. Kickoff between the Chiefs and Eagles is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Sunday. The game will be televised on Fox.