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In an effort to emphasize the importance of multi-sport/multi-activity participation, the Nebraska School Activities Association and the Nebraska State Colleges launched the Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Student Award program in the fall of 2020. The award recognizes students in grades 9-12 who participate in at least three NSAA sanctioned activities during the academic year.

The award is based solely on each member school’s eligibility list submitted through the NSAA website. Each high school student who meets the NSAA eligibility criteria will be recognized and  awarded a certificate of achievement by the NSAA and the Nebraska State Colleges.

The top school in each of the four Classes will be presented a banner to display in their school. The banners will be presented at halftime of the NSAA State Soccer Championships in May which is televised LIVE on NET.

Determining the Top School in Each Class

To determine the top school in each class, schools will be ranked using two criteria:
1. Total number of students qualifying as multi-activity students within the class
2. Percentage of the student population qualifying as multi-activity students within the class

Each school’s final score will be calculated by averaging its rank in both categories. The school with the lowest average rank will be named the top school in its class.

Tie-Breaker:
If two or more schools have the same average rank, the tie will be broken by awarding the higher placement to the school with the greater percentage of multi-activity students. If a tie still remains, the school with the higher total number of multi-activity students will be recognized as the top school.

The students from Hay Springs are:

Emma Albrecht
Mason Albrecht
Aubry Anderson
Megan Anderson
Riggen Binger
Tripp Buettner
Olivia Dahlgren
Sawyer Davis
Gage Didier
Janessa Dieriex
Jacob Dorshorst
Luke Edwards
Emily Forney
Adeline Fredrickson
William Gaswick
Bailey Hankins
DeShaun Herman
Easton Johnson
Heidyn Johnson
Riley Johnson
Aliano Mata
Arian Mata
Easton Mintken
Larry Nelson
Alaina Raymer
Tabitha Schiaffo
Tailyn Starke
Kinley Tausan
Tanner Tobiasson
Duke Turman
Jaydub Turman
Reese Varvel
Dutch Weaver
Grant Wellnitz
Parker Wellnitz
Katara Yellow Thunder

The high school student council put on the annual Easter egg hunt early to beat the weather that is hopefully coming in! The kids had a great time!

Reese is an exceptionally hard-working student who consistently pushes herself to do her best in everything she takes on. I have had the opportunity to work with her both in the classroom and as a track athlete, and she approaches every challenge with a positive attitude, no matter how demanding it may be. Reese is also someone who genuinely cares about others; she is always willing to lend a helping hand at school and within the community. She goes out of her way to support and celebrate her teammates’ successes, demonstrating true sportsmanship and character. She is someone whom I see many younger students and athletes look up to. Her positive energy and contagious smile make a lasting impact on those around her, and she is truly deserving of this award. Congratulations Reese!

Reese is a great choice for student of the quarter. As a coach, I have seen Reese work hard and give it all she’s got. She is a team player and gets excited when her teammates succeed. Reese stayed after practice to encourage and run with teammates who needed to finish their conditioning. Keep up the great work!

Reese is a hard-working dedicated young lady. She was a joy to teach and she will go far in life! Reese demonstrates a top tier attitude each day. She is always willing to help others and show an excellent work ethic in everything they do. She naturally excels as a leader and set a strong example for both her peers and younger students. One of their most noticeable qualities is her positive spirit—she almost always wears a smile and helps create a welcoming, encouraging environment for everyone.

Reese is an amazing student, athlete, and person. She is always ready to work her hardest and do whatever is needed. Reese is always very polite and says hello in the hallways or when arriving to class. Reese very much deserves this award!

Reese is a student who works hard at whatever task is placed before her. She strives to do her best and encourages those around her to do the same. She has a kind heart and cares deeply for others. Whether she is competing on the volleyball or basketball court, the track, working in the classroom, or leading the girls’ FCA group, Reese gives of herself generously and rarely asks for anything in return.

Reese has helped me unbox and carry boxes of prom decorations without asking. She is always considerate towards others and willing to give an extra hand. Reese is an excellent student and athlete. She always goes out of her way to be a nice person. Reese is an amazing person, athlete, and student that deserves this award.

Reese helps out as our TA in the office and she truly is a ray of sunshine. She is always willing to jump in and help out with whatever we need and she keeps us laughing while she does it. Lately she’s convinced that some of her teachers are plotting a trick on her, and she thinks she might be going a little crazy… honestly, we’re not totally convinced she’s wrong, and it’s pretty funny watching her trying to figure it out. All jokes aside, we absolutely love Reese. She’s a great girl with a big heart, and there’s no doubt she has a very bright future ahead of her.

Reese is such a deserving student of this honor. She is friendly, kind, and will stop what she is doing to have a conversation with someone. I admire her for her ability to give things all of her effort. Reese is someone who leads by example, and I look forward to seeing what she does in her life. Congratulations, Reese!

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!!

Better late than never…sorry! – Hawks Webmaster

Students are nominated based on their individual academic excellence, leadership, and significant contributions made to their NSAA activity. They must be a varsity player or organizational leader who has played a significant role on the team or in the activity during the season. They must have a GPA of 3.7 or higher.

Hay Springs
Girls Cross Country – Emma Albrecht
Play Production – Emma Albrecht & Jacob Dorshorst
Volleyball – Alaina Raymer & Julia Russell