Elementary HAL students met after school on Wednesday, January 11th, and explored chain reactions and the transfer of energy with Rube Goldberg machines. They had to troubleshoot and think like engineers to fine tune their ideas. They are already planning on how to improve them for next time. Be sure to click the links below to check out the videos!
Hal Video 1
Hal Video 2
Hal Video 3
Hal Video 4
Senior Kaden Langford has received a $5000 eSports scholarship to Hastings College in Hastings, NE. Kaden is the third year captain of the Hay Springs eSports team and was instrumental in the creation of the team. During the 2022 Fall season, Kaden qualified for the Nebraska Schools eSports Association State Championship and came home with a 6th place medal in the “Super Smash Brothers Ultimate” tournament. When asked for a comment, Kaden responded “This is really, really awesome!” Currently, Kaden and his “Mario Kart” teammates are preparing themselves for the 2022-2023 Winter Season Playoff which begin the week of January 16th.
Hay Springs Public Schools Board of Education has a vacancy effective January 10th, 2023. In accordance with state law, the School Board will begin the process of appointing an individual to complete the remainder of this term (2 years) which will continue until December 31st, 2024.
The Hay Springs Board of Education is encouraging community members to consider this volunteer position in support of public education and the students of Hay Springs Public Schools. Letters of interest will be accepted until February 6th, at 5:00 p.m. Qualified applicants must be a registered voter and a resident of the Hay Springs School District.
The School Board will interview applicants during the regular February school board meeting on February 13th at 6:30 p.m. The school board will make the appointment of a candidate to the Board of Education following the interviews. The newly appointed board member will take the oath of office at the February Board meeting, and begin his/her term on the Board at that time.
Deadline for submission of Letter of Interest – February 6th, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.
If you have any questions about this position, please call Mr. Clear at the school office at 308-638-4434. Interested persons may submit the letter of interest to:
George Clear
Superintendent
Hay Springs Public Schools
407 N Baker St, PO Box 280
Hay Springs, NE 69347
george.clear@hshawks.com
Saturday, Jan. 14th, 2023
What: Bennett County High School Wrestling Tournament
Where: Bennett County High School Warrior Center
When: Wrestling to begin at 9:30 AM MST. Wrestling will be continuous with breaks only to allow wrestlers their 45 minute rest period and to update computer.
Admission: All day passes: Adults – $5.00, Students – $3.00
Friday, Jan. 20th, 2023
What: 2023 Bobcat Wrestling Invite
Where: Hemingford High School
When: JH girls coaches meeting 10:30 AM, First round of JH girls 11:00 AM, Varsity Weigh-ins 11:00 AM, Varsity Coaches Meeting 11:15 AM, First round of Varsity wrestling as close to Noon as possible.
Streaming: https://www.youtube.com/@gubnyoutube2868/streams
After returning from a slightly longer holiday break(due to weather), Hay Springs Public Schools held it’s 2nd Quarter Assembly on January 5th in the School Auditorium. Unfortunately there was a basketball game that afternoon and so not all of our students we able to attend. There was a PBIS drawing for the the teachers with Mrs. Anderson and Mr. Hagge taking home the prize. Mrs. Mintken spoke to everyone about the results of our Continuous Improvement Process external team visit(it was very positive!) and encouraged the students to take the survey that was emailed to them after the assembly. Mr. Hagge read the 2nd quarter Honor Roll and then announced that Mason Albrecht was the Student of the Quarter!
Honor Roll – Quarter 2
3rd Grade: A – none : AB – Addison Heiting, Dawson Raymer
4th Grade: A – Merritt Albrecht : AB – Ellerie Davis, Willow Frink, Jane Gaswick, Barrett Heiting, Kaycee Kaiser, Hudson Persons, Ileana Reimann, Milo Smith
5th Grade: A – Connor Forney, Mary Kendig, Ashton Raymer, Autumn Richardson : AB – Andrew Bonsall, Lucas Herman, Braxton Spicer
6th Grade: A – none : AB – Olivia Dahlgren, Genevieve Taylor
7th Grade: A – Emma Albrecht, Jacob Dorshorst : AB – Megan Anderson, Emily Forney, Brayden Heiting, Easton Mintken
8th Grade: A – Aubry Anderson, Kya Binger, Alaina Raymer : AB – Tailyn Starke, Reese Varvel
9th Grade: A – Cooper Meeks, Julia Russell : AB – Bo Thies, Andi Twarling
10th Grade: A – Lilly Dorshorst : AB – Dylan Raymer, Talan Smith
11th Grade: A – Gabby Twarling : AB – Jarhett Anderson, Jordyn Anderson, Gage Mintken, Abbey Russell, Alexa Tonjes
12th Grade: A – Hally Johnson, Sam Toof : AB – Braydon Binger, Colter Meeks, Emily Nelson, James Scherbarth, Mia Skinner, Molly Spicer
Oregon Trail Honor Band was an “Abbey” kind of day this year. On Monday, January 9th, Abbey Russell(flute), Gabby Twarling(clarinet), and Abby Nelson(trumpet) attended the Oregon Trail Honor Band hosted by Doane University in Bridgeport. The students rehearsed all day and then performed a concert that evening.
Congratulations to Mason Albrecht, our 2nd quarter(2022-2023) Student of the Month!
“Mason Albrecht is an outstanding young man; he demonstrates tremendous character in and out of our classrooms on a daily basis. Mason’s work ethic is outstanding, he strives to make the most of his natural abilities always. Moreover, Mason treats others with respect and dignity at all times, his leadership is appreciated greatly.”
“Mason is one of those kids that doesn’t come around very often. He is definitely one of a kind. He is such a hard worker in everything he does whether it be in the classroom or in his extracurricular activities. I can honestly say I have never heard anything negative come out of his mouth! He is always kind and respectful. He will stand up for what is right and doesn’t fall into the peer pressures of today’s world of what is “popular”. Not only is he a great student-athlete he is a great friend and big brother to his siblings. He is so responsible and caring with them. I see a bright future for Mason and he will be a great leader someday.”
“Mason is a very pleasant young man who is not afraid to try new things whether it be in school or on the mat.”
“Mason is a very good kid that flies under the radar and doesn’t receive the recognition he deserves. He portrays some of the best character out of our high school students and showed his leadership in the conduct of chapter meetings contest this year. He is very considerate towards others, never has a negative thing to say, and has a heart to serve and help others. Mason is the definition of optimism. He has a natural ability to always find the good in things around him and it rubs off on his peers and school in general. He is very deserving of this honor.”
“Mason is growing into an excellent leader in the classroom and in his different activities. He is willing to step away from the crowd and try new things, oftentimes excelling in his ventures. This young man is on the rise.”
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The January Sheridan County Newsletter is here! Read it below or for a larger version, follow this link: https://www.smore.com/cqyb2
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