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Our next senior spotlight would like to feature Hunter Demanett. He is the son of Tony and Chardy Magnett, and Jace and Kelsy Demanett. During high school he was involved in FFA, Cheerleading, Track, Vocal, T.N.T. Group, Lutheran Youth Group, Tri-County Chamber Fun Committee, Herington Hearts Core Community Volunteer, and Broadway Block Party Volunteer Committee. Hunter plans to attend Project Search in Salina after graduation. His favorite high school memory was “when I got to ask Madi Becker to Prom my Junior Year in front of the entire high school during a basketball game.” Mr. Hager’s Ag class was his favorite. “I sure do miss him!” Hunter said. The hardest part for Hunter to get used to not physically being at school he said was, “ I miss everything except the early mornings. I miss going to the pre-school to help the little kids, I miss going to Pizza-Hut in the afternoons and working, I miss seeing the office ladies and making them laugh. But most of all I miss my friend and teacher Mr. Harbaugh.” His message to underclassmen would be “Don’t worry so much about other people’s opinions of you, Be you and have fun doing it!” Hunter would like us to know “when I moved back to Herington my 8th grade year I was nervous because I didn't have a good time at my old school. But on my first day I met a new friend. His name was Brian and he was my bus driver. He recognized that I was different from the other kids and that I might need a bit more guidance. He gave me that and so much more. I will really miss not seeing his smiling face every day as I move on into adulthood. I will always have a high five ready for him when I see him out and about.” Best of Luck Hunter! #railerproud

Good Morning, Railer! Here are the HES announcements for Thursday, April 23. Have a great day! https://youtu.be/12kftGI5Qzk

Today we would like to recognize senior Holden Coffman. Holden is the son of Darrin and Penny Coffman. During high school he has been involved in Wrestling, Football, Computers, Gaming Club and Golf. After high school he plans to attend North Central Kansas Technical School for Automotive Collision Repair. Holden’s favorite classes in school were Band, Art and American Government. The hardest part of not being physically in school right now is the fact he is not seeing his friends or walking the stage. When asked his advice to underclassmen he responded “Get er done!” Congratulations Holden! #railerproud

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Even though we can't get together to plant the community garden, there are several students who are doing awesome gardens of their own. Also, the FFA and Hope Agritrails went in together and bought enough sweet corn to totally fill half of the community garden. There will be plenty of sweet corn for all as the next school year gets started. Larry Mein and Tom Beihler have been hard at work getting it planted. Ms Burton and Ms Greenlee are thankful that there are so many hardworking and kind individuals in this wonderful community! The picture is of Tom Beihler planting corn in the garden.

In today’s Senior Spotlight we would like to feature Gabbriella Carnes. She is the daughter of Leah Carnes. While in high school she has been involved in Volleyball, Track, Softball, Homecoming Queen, Choir, Drama, Forensics, FCCLA Basketball Manager, Avid, and Yearbook. Her future plans are to attend Butler County Community College and major in something that will help people in situations like hers: Social Work. There were two favorite high school memories that she would like to share. “The first was when Coach Beye, Coach Parks and Coach Kickhaefer let me play volleyball on senior night. It made my mom so proud of me. The second was when everyone clapped for me when I was crowned homecoming queen.” When asked what her favorite class was she had several: Yearbook with Mrs. Beye and Ms. Levens; Math with Mrs. Vinduska and Government with Mr. Hirsh. When asked the hardest part of not getting to complete your senior year physically in school she replied, “The one on one communication or the understanding that there's other issues going on in people's lives that affect them from doing some work. I feel as if I'm not learning up to my potential.” Her message to underclassmen is “Time is precious. Things and people can vanish in a blink of an eye. Enjoy the little things. Stay persistent. Yes the future is important but there's no need to be a day ahead or stuck in the past. Go to a school function, join clubs, and just be a part of something. You never know when it could be your last moment together as a class. Last but not least be one with each other. There's no need to step on someone else when you could instead help them up and guide each other through their struggles. Your class will be as one so work together as a family. Your senior year is your last moments together before everyone finds their own paths. Just know that you're not alone and the teachers have your best interest. All you have to do is ask for help.” Best of Luck Gabby! #railerproud

Good Morning, Railers! Here are your HES morning announcements for Tuesday, April 21, 2020. https://youtu.be/FWytMoHlfDI

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For the next several weeks we will be taking time to recognize the seniors in a senior spotlight. We will be presenting seniors in alphabetical order. Today we would like to recognize Kayland Alexander. Kayland is the son of Pamala and Bryan Alexander. He has been involved in Basketball, Football, Student Council and FFA during his high school career. Kayland plans to attend college and obtain a degree in Elementary Education. His best memory of high school was the homecoming football game his sophomore year. Kayland picked off the ball on the last play of the game and ran it back for six points against Onaga High School to seal the win! His favorite classes are culinary and art because he loves to eat and has a passion for art. The hardest part of missing out on school this final month is the fact that “we all knew we would miss this place and all the memories we made at Herington High School but we didn’t know it would be this soon.” There were still many more memories to be made. His advice to underclassmen is to cherish every moment you have. Every practice that you might think is miserable at the time, every game day, every club meeting, every pep assembly, this list can go on and on. Either way, those moments will come and go fast whether you enjoy them or not, so don’t wait around until tomorrow to give it your all, because tomorrow might not come. Best of luck Kayland! #railerproud

Good Morning Railers! Here are your morning announcements for April 20th, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLJTEPjK0WM&feature=youtu.be&hd=1

State FBLA is having their first State Board Meeting this morning virtually. Megan Mortensen, District III Vice President; Carrie Roe, Executive Vice President; and Lisa Beye, Adviser are attending the meeting.

Congratulations to the 2020-2021 HHS Dance team! Halee Polman Tristyn Killer Hailey Henson Madi Becker Davanne Schaffer Eleanor Silhan Emma Holzhauser Cameron Hartman Sophia Weber Addison Makovec Tyler Urbanek

Don’t forget tonight the HHS Drama Club will be hosting the Zoom Friday Night Musical! If any HHS students would like the link to the zoom session where we will watch and discuss the musical, email Mr. Hirsch at jhirsch@usd487.org or contact Madi Becker or Jessica Mascareno to get into the zoom showing. Tonight’s Andrew Lloyd Weber musical will be “Phantom of the Opera!!” The show must go on!!

Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES morning annoucements for Friday, April 17. https://youtu.be/_KRT1slzve0

Gabbriella Carnes and Lawson Mueller were nominated by the HHS teachers to receive the KSHSAA Citizenship Award. This award goes to one senior male and female who exemplify respect, responsibility, and reverence. Congratulations to both of you!

Today was an exceptionally cold day handing out lunches. However, we would like to share a ray of sunshine. One of the students wanted to give us a tip for doing such a wonderful job. on this cold day. We are so lucky to have great students at USD 487. -Cindy Floyd, Lisa Beye, Amanda Patterson, and Tara Collins

Virtual cheerleading tryouts will be held on April 30th for all eligible girls going into 9th - 12th grade. Contact Traci Alt for details/routines at alttraci@yahoo.com or text her at 602-319-5458

Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES morning announcements for Thursday, April 16. Have a great day! https://youtu.be/gTOZwxTVuO4

Hey Kansas! I'm Sarah Biehler, a senior at Herington High School, and I am absolutely thrilled to be serving as your 2020-2021 VP of Corporate Relations and Finance. Although I'm from a small town, I find ways to stay active and involved in my school and community. In addition to FCCLA, I also participate in FBLA, NHS, Drama Club, Stu-co, Class Leadership, and Cheerleading. In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with friends, volunteering, baking, and playing with my dogs, Molly, Ava, and Blue. I can't wait to meet you all and see what you will accomplish in the coming year!

Congratulations to the HMS Letter Winners for the 2020 wrestling season! Dalen Armstrong Josh Lewis Trenton Nuss Malaki Begley Kwinton Barlow-Makenna Shiann Morrison Destiney Geissert Cameron Svitak Tyler Urbanek (Manager - Letter of Appreciation) You all did great, worked hard, and improved at every match. Proud of you all. Coach Pritchard