QPR Suicide Prevention

On Tuesday, October 28 the 6th-12th graders were trained in QPR for Suicide Prevention. QPR which is: Question. Persuade. Refer.

We learned that asking if someone is having thoughts, feelings, or plans of suicide will not cause them to be suicidal.
There are direct and indirect verbal clues that someone is considering suicide.

Direct:
I’ve decided to kill myself.
I wish I were dead.
I’m going to end it all.
If (such and such) happens, I’ll kill myself.

Indirect:
I’m tired of life.
What’s the point of going on?
My family would be better off without me.
I just want out.
Soon I won’t be around.

Listen to what people are saying is very important. Talking about stuff can save lives.

Don’t be afraid to call 988.
988 is the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline where you can talk to a trained person. Texting 741741 will allow you to text someone.
988lifeline.org is a way to chat with someone.

Preschool/Kindergarten Registration – Due June 26th

Hay Springs School is wanting to ensure we have proper staffing and supplies for all students. If you are planning to send your child to Preschool or Kindergarten in the fall, registrations need to be submitted to the office by June 26th. The school is open 7:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday-Thursday if you are needing a registration packet.

JH Quiz Bowl

On Friday, March 28, the Hay Springs Junior High Quiz Bowl team traveled to Chadron to compete in the Chadron Middle School Invitational. A team primarily composed of 7th graders competed in the 8th-grade division and performed admirably.

The Hawks won two out of three matches, securing a 6th-place finish out of 12 teams. Notably, they scored the most points among schools with similar enrollments. One of the highlights of the meet was their victory over host Chadron, which went on to place 2nd overall.

The Hawks represented themselves well and should be proud of their performance!

Personal Finance Challenge

Hay Springs had two teams compete in the Western Division of the Nebraska Personal Finance Challenge sponsored by the Nebraska Council on Economic Education. The first round is a test of 30 questions and students have 30 minutes to complete the test.

The Hay Springs team consisting of Lilly Dorshorst, Jaelyn Rasmussen, Dylan Raymer, and Talan Smith completed this year. The students ranked seventh in the western region and twenty-second in the entire state. There were a total of 202 teams in the High School division: 45 in Lincoln, 56 in Omaha, and 101 in Western Nebraska.

The 2nd Hay Springs team consisting of Rori Ashley, Josie Kelly, Kaylee Kaiser, and Dylan Young also competed this year. The students in this team ranked sixty-second in the western region and 142nd in the entire state.

Give Back to the Community Day – April 24, 2024

Looking for those in need of help. Call the school at 638-4434.

In appreciation for the support of our community, the students at HSH would like to “give back” to Hay Springs! We are seeking businesses, groups, organizations, and even the elderly who are in need of help. Teacher supervised groups of students are willing to wash windows, stock shelves, clean shops, rake lawns, and paint walls. We are willing to assist in any way needed.

Our “Give Back to the Community Day” is scheduled for April 24, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. In the event of inclement weather, there will not be an alternate date. If you would like to be added to our list or have any questions, please call the high school office at (308) 638-4434.

Thanks to our community for all your support!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Events coming up:

Thursday, August 3rd at 6:00 pm – Mandatory Middle and Highschool Parent/Student Athletic Meeting in the Auditorium

Monday, August 7th at 6:00 pm – Grill -N- Grid with football players and dads.

Tuesday, August 8th from 4:30 – 6:00 pm – Pre K – 5th Grade Back to School Night

Wednesday, August 9th – First Day of School, dismissal at noon no lunch served. NO PM Preschool

Thursday, August 10th – FULL DAY FOR EVERYONE!

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