Herington USD 487 -

As we get ready to officially start a new season of Herington High School Volleyball, we’re excited to introduce the coaches who will be leading our athletes this year! Each coach brings their own experience, passion, and commitment to helping our players grow and our program continue to build on its strong tradition. We’re looking forward to a great season filled with hard work, positive habits, teamwork, and continuing the legacy of our volleyball program. Go Railers!

Good Luck to the HS Volleyball team at the HS Jamboree in Council Grove tonight.

It’s Opening Week! The excitement is building, and we can’t wait to see our Railers take the field for the Jamboree this Friday! As we kick off a new season, we are excited to introduce the coaches who will lead, teach, encourage, and challenge our athletes throughout the year. These coaches are committed to building more than football players—they are building character, accountability, teamwork, and a strong football family. Please join us in welcoming and supporting our 2026 High School Football Coaching Staff!

We are looking forward to kicking off our fall season this week with our spirit parade, whitewash, watermelon feed and Jamborees! GO RAILERS!

This is the last week to order from the X Grain Online Store. This is the store you can order your Railer backpacks through. The BSN store stays open throughout the year!

We’re excited to introduce Coach Kayla Gordon as our Cross Country coach for the upcoming season! We’re looking forward to an exciting season with a great group of runners who are ready to work hard, push themselves, and support one another. We can’t wait to see this team grow, compete, and make some great memories along the way! Go Railers!

🧘‍♀️🌿 YOGA ON THE LAWN! 🌿🧘‍♀️

Start your Saturday with a little stretching, breathing, and community, all while supporting the Herington High School Dance Team! 💙💗

📅 Saturday, September 5th
⏰ Yoga begins at 9:00 AM
📍 The Lounge by Luxe | 418 N Broadway, Herington
💲 $10 for Yoga

And don’t rush off when yoga is over! 🍳☕ Breakfast will be served at 10:00 AM for a free-will donation!

✨ ALL proceeds from the morning will benefit the HHS Dance Team!

Whether you’re a yoga regular or have no idea what a downward dog is supposed to look like, come join us! 😂 No experience needed. Just bring yourself, grab a friend, and enjoy a fun morning with our community.

🌸 Everyone is welcome!
We’d love to see a BIG crowd out on the lawn supporting our dancers! 💗

Questions? Contact Nicole Barnes at nbarnes@usd487.org

Stretch. Breathe. Community. Support our dancers. 🧘‍♀️🌿💙

H.E.S. students had some fun at PTO's Dance Party last night! What a fun way to kick off the beginning of the school year, fun with friends and snow cones!

Meet our Herington Middle School Cheer Coach! We're looking forward to an exciting fall season and are so grateful for the energy, spirit, and support our cheer team brings to our athletes and school community. Go Railers!

Meet our HMS Volleyball Coaches! We are looking forward to a great season!

Today we feature our MS football coaches. We once again welcome players from Centre MS on our team this fall.

Meet Our Fall Coaches The fall season is here, and we are excited to introduce the coaches who will be leading, teaching, encouraging, and challenging our student-athletes this season! Our coaches do so much more than teach the game. They help build confidence, character, teamwork, discipline, and memories that our athletes will carry with them long after the season ends. Please join us in welcoming and supporting our 2026 Fall Coaching Staff! We are grateful for the time, passion, and commitment they give to our students and our programs. Meet the coaches. Know the coaches. Support the coaches. Throughout this week we will be featuring our fall coaching staff. Today we feature our high school dance and cheer coaches. Let’s make it a great fall season! 🏐🏈🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️📣

Fall practices begin tomorrow. Watch the BAND apps for any changes in information. We are looking forward to a great fall season! GO RAILERS!

Here is our August Menu! :)

Today was the first day of school for grades 1-12! After an assembly this morning, HES students met their new teachers, caught up with their friends, and participated in a variety of different activities throughout the day. Our school's theme is "To Infinity and Beyond" this year. Students will strive to meet goals and teachers go to "infinity and beyond" for their students. We are excited for a new year!!

Last night HES families were able to meet the teachers and bring school supplies prior to the first day of school. PTO, 4H, and Miss Susan were also there. Ice cream was enjoyed by all students after visiting classrooms. We are ready for a great new year!

Railer Gear Store This store is open until August 31st. You order and pay online. The items will ship to the school. Questions? Email lbeye@usd487.org https://stores.inksoft.com/WS139367/shop/home

FALL SPORTS PARENTS MEETINGS

Wednesday, August 12th along with our Back To School Night

We encourage all parents of athletes to attend the meetings tomorrow night.