The HSPS staff had a little fun this week doing an “underground spirit week”! The staff dressed up each day and then shared little smiles as the students tried to figure out what was going on!
Monday – Monochromatic day
Tuesday – Accessory Day
Wednesday – Lumberjack Day
Thursday – Sweats and hoodies plus anything but a cup day!
This was a great way to start 4th quarter and build a little staff morale.
The kindergarten class welcomed Austin and Morgan Weyers to come and talk about agriculture. Austin and Morgan are agriculture pen pals with the kindergartners.
The Hay Springs Speech Team competed in District Speech on Wednesday, March 18. In order to qualify for state, students have to place top three. The entire speech team has qualified in at least one event!
Aubry Anderson – Serious Prose
Adeline Frederickson – Entertainment
Cade McKillip – Extemporaneous
Jacob Dorshorst – Humorous Prose, OID
Bailey Hankins – OID
Emma Albrecht – OID
Out of eight schools, Hay Springs placed 4th overall.
Medals today:
Aubry Anderson
2nd place Serious Prose
4th place POI
Adeline Frederickson
3rd place Entertainment
6th place Serious Prose
Cade McKillip
2nd place Extemporaneous
12th Persuasive
Jacob Dorshorst
1st place Humorous Prose
2nd place OID
Bailey Hankins
2nd place OID
8th place Duet Acting
Emma Albrecht
2nd place OID
8th place Duet Acting
The Hay Springs High School Quiz Bowl team turned in an impressive performance at the ESU 13 Quiz Bowl Meet today(Wednesday, Mar. 18), finishing 4th out of 14 teams. Competing against a strong field that included most schools from across the Nebraska Panhandle, the Hawks showcased their knowledge, teamwork, and quick thinking throughout the day.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
What: High School Quiz Bowl
Where: Scottsbluff, NE
When: TBD
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
What: District Speech
Where: South Platte, NE
When: 9:00 AM
Thursday, March 19, 2026
What: FFA Banquet
Where: Hay Springs Community Center, Hay Springs, NE
When: 6:30 PM
Saturday, March 21, 2026
What: Class D All State Band
Where: Kearney, NE
When: TBD
Saturday, March 21, 2026
What: Varsity Track Meet
Where: Chadron State College, Chadron, NE
When: 9:00 AM
The spring apparel store is now open. Grab some gear to support your athletes! Orders will arrive within 7-10 business days of placing your order.
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/Tw3ntUrUDS
Hay Springs Public School is accepting applications for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years for the positions of:
Hay Springs Public School is an excellent class D2 school district 20 miles east of Chadron, NE on HWY 20. Hay Springs Public School takes pride in its academics and activities. The school operates on a four day week (M-Th) throughout the year. We have an active and supportive school board and enjoy tremendous support from our community.
If you have an interest in any of these positions, please contact Mr. Clear at the following:
George Clear, Superintendent
Hay Springs Public School
P O Box 280
407 N Baker St
Hay Springs, Nebraska 69347
george.clear@hshawks.com
308-638-4434 (p)
Hay Springs Public School District is an equal opportunity employer.
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