Best Of The West Business Competition

The Chadron State College Business Academy hosted its ninth annual Best of the West Business Competition on Wednesday, January 28, welcoming 173 students from eight Nebraska high schools. Competitors tested their skills in a wide range of business-related events, including Agribusiness, Accounting, Business Calculations, Business Communications, Economics, Introduction to Business, Introduction to FBLA, Introduction to Financial Mathematics, Job Interview, Marketing, and Personal Finance.

Hay Springs Public Schools was proudly represented by nine students this year, and three earned top-five finishes in their events:

-1st Place — Introduction to Business – Easton Mintken
-2nd Place — Introduction to Financial Mathematics – Jacob Dorshorst
-3rd Place — Introduction to Agribusiness – Braydon Heiting

The contest, co-sponsored by Chadron State College and the Nebraska Council on Economic Education (NCEE) follows Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) competitive guidelines and serves as valuable preparation for the upcoming FBLA State Leadership Conference.

We are proud of our students for their hard work, professionalism, and outstanding performance!

Activity Info – Week of 02/01/26

**NOTE**: The basketball games for tonight, Feb. 3, 2026 have been cancelled due to weather.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026
What: FFA Ag Mechanics, Farm Business Managment, Envirothon, Food Science, Vet Science
Where: Gordon-Rushville High School, Gordon, NE

Thursday, February 5, 2026
What: Varsity Boys PANCO Wrestling
Where: Bridgeport High School, Bridgeport, NE
When: 9:00 AM

Friday, February 6, 2026
What: Varsity Girls District Wrestling
Where: Ogallala, NE
When: TBD

Friday, February 6, 2026
What: Hyannis vs. Hay Springs Basketball
Where: Lister-Sage Building, Hay Springs, NE
When: 5:00 PM – Varsity Girls, 7:00 PM – Varsity Boys
Streaming: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/hay-springs-high-school-hay-springs-ne/gamb29256fd6a

Saturday, February 7, 2026
What: Speech
Where: Chadron
When: TBD

Saturday, February 7, 2026
What: Varsity Girls District Wrestling
Where: TBD
When: TBD

Saturday, February 7, 2026
What: Varsity Boys Wrestling Dual
Where: Southeast School, Yoder, WY
When: TBD

Saturday, February 7, 2026
What: Hay Springs vs. Bennett County Basketball
Where: Bennett County High School, Martin, SD
When: 1:00 PM – JV Boys(Full game), 2:00 PM – Varsity Girls, 4:00 PM – Varsity Boys

Digital Discovery Day Success At UNK

On Monday, January 26, two Hay Springs students, Jacob Dorshorst and Grant Wellnitz, traveled to the University of Nebraska at Kearney to participate in Digital Discovery Day, an immersive event focused on networking, cybersecurity, and computer science programming. Throughout the day, students engaged in hands-on activities that challenged their problem-solving skills and expanded their understanding of technology-driven careers.

The final event of the day was the Computer Science Exam, where participants competed for a $1,000 scholarship to UNK. Entry into this competition required students to qualify back in December during UNK’s Computer Science Challenge, a rigorous series of five problem-solving tests. Both of our students placed in the top 20 statewide, earning their spot in the on-campus competition.

We are proud to share that Jacob Dorshorst earned 1st place, securing the $1,000 UNK scholarship and representing Hay Springs with excellence!

Student Of The 2nd Quarter – Megan Anderson

Megan is always looking out for another student at their group table. She frequently asks him if he is doing okay, if he needs help, and if he needs any other materials for his work. She constantly reassures him that he is doing a good job and always makes sure that he is involved.

Megan is a dependable and supportive presence in the classroom, always willing to help her peers. In addition, she consistently completes her work on time and demonstrates a strong commitment to learning.

Megan volunteers her time to help out other students. She went to the JH Dance and helped with decorations, music, and dance lessons.

Megan is such an amazing human. When I see her in the hallway she is always kind to others and says hi. Megan is very deserving of this honor. Congratulations Megan!

Megan is an amazing student, person, and athlete! She always comes to class prepared and willing to give 100% effort in everything she does. She is very deserving of this award!

Megan is a great choice for the student of the quarter. Megan was a leader on the volleyball court and I have no doubt that she is a leader in the classroom as well. She encouraged her teammates and was always willing to help them when they got discouraged. I have seen Megan interact with the littles and she is so kind. Way to go Megan!

I would like to recommend Megan Anderson for Student of the Quarter. She consistently demonstrates kindness and responsibility daily, with both peers and adults. Her positive sense of humor helps create a welcoming classroom environment, and she is always willing to step in and help when needed, such as the Junior High Dance, where she volunteered her time and effort to ensure everything ran smoothly. In addition to her strong character, Megan is a hardworking student who takes pride in doing her best. Her positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to serve others make her a deserving recipient of this recognition. Congratulations!!

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Valentine’s Deliveries

Due to our schedule on February 12th

– 1/2 day of school
– basketball games starting early afternoon
– short staffed due to superintendent interviews
– limited space because of interviews

We are asking that Valentine’s not be delivered to the school.

Thank you for your support.

Activity Info – Week of 01/25/26

Note: There will be no JV basketball games played this week due to low numbers. Monday and Friday’s games will both start at 5 with girls’ varsity and boys to follow.

Monday, January 26, 2026
What: Computer Science Challenge
Where: Kearney, NE

Monday, January 26, 2026
What: Hay Springs vs. Oelrichs Varsity Basketball
Where: Lister-Sage Building, Hay Springs, NE
When: 5:00 PM – Girls, 7:00 PM -Boys
Streaming: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/hay-springs-high-school-hay-springs-ne

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
What: Computer Science Challenge
Where: Kearney, NE

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
What: Crawford vs. Hay Springs Junior High Boys Basketball
Where: Crawford High School, Crawford, NE
When: 3:00 PM

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
What: FBLA Best of the West
Where: Chadron, NE

Wednesday, January 28, 2026
What: FFA State Degree Interviews/Proficiency Awards
Where: Alliance, NE

Thursday, January 29, 2026
What: 8th Grade NAEP Assessment
Where: Hay Springs Public School, Hay Springs, NE

Thursday, January 29, 2026
What: Junior High Girls Wrestling Invitational
Where: Mitchell High School, Mitchell, NE
When: 9:00 AM

Thursday, January 29, 2026
What: Sioux County vs. Hay Springs Junior High Basketball
Where: Sioux County High School, Harrison, NE
When: 4:00 PM

Friday, January 30, 2026
What: Varsity Girls Wrestling Invitational
Where: Ainsworth High School, Ainsworth, NE
When: TBD

Friday, January 30, 2026
What: Hay Springs vs. Edgemont Varsity Basketball
Where: Lister-Sage Building, Hay Springs, NE
When: 5:0o PM – Girls, 7:00 PM – Boys
Streaming: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/hay-springs-high-school-hay-springs-ne

Saturday, January 31, 2026
What: Varsity Boys Wrestling Invitational
Where: Ainsworth High School, Ainsworth, NE
When: 9:00 AM

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