Sophia Weber was selected by the high school staff to represented Herington High School in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) essay/scholarship competition. Students are selected based on the qualities of Dependability, Service, Leadership, and Patriotism.
Seniors and Parents, I have posted several local scholarships to the Senior Google classroom. Please check them out. If you have questions, let me know.
Congratulations to our Railer Challenge Award winner for our Winter Activities.
The Herington 6th Grade Band, under the direction of Kenny Roe, earned an "Excellent" rating for their performance at the Wheat State League Junior High Music Festival held at Centre High School on March 5th, 2024.
For anyone needing help completing this year's FAFSA or if you have questions, please see this flyer for a come and go as you please virtual event.
NHS Induction Information --
Yesterday, Sophia Weber visited the KAKE News station to shadow the weekend sports reporter and anchor, Michaela Dea. She got to see her prep for the show and create highlight reels. She also had the opportunity to sit on set and watch the show live from the studio. Sophia’s career goal is to be a sportscaster and she took the initiate to reach out to the news station after Mrs. Beye encouraged her MTSS class to explore job shadow opportunities!
Free Early Childhood Screening
Developmental screenings for children ages birth to five will take place on Friday, April 5th in Herington, KS. The screening is provided free of charge and will assess cognitive, motor, language, and social development as well as provide hearing, vision, and dental screenings. Please call 258-3234 to schedule an appointment.
If you have a child that will turn three before August 31st , 2024 and you are interested in the Little Railers Preschool program at the elementary school, please make an appointment to have them screened. The screening is the first step of the application process for the program. There are fee and grant based spots available for those who qualify. Application does not guarantee acceptance. Contact Miss Andrea or Dr. Morgan at the elementary school with any questions at 258-3234.
There will be an open house for high school students and parents at K-State on Saturday April 6th, from 9am to 3pm. For more information please visit k-state.edu/openhouse
Last night, members of the HHS drama club were able to attend a showing of Council Grove Community Theatre’s production of “Barefoot in the Park” by Neil Simon.
Drama sponsor Mr. Hirsch plays the part of Paul and students were able to see him in action! Afterwards, there was a Q&A session. One topic talked about how theatre doesn’t have to end in HS and you don’t need a degree in it to keep performing.
“It meant so much to me for them to come! I want them to see that passion for theatre never ends and there is always possibilities. Even if you have to create them.” Mr. Hirsch said.
The students who attended gave it rave reviews and said everyone who loves theatre should attend!
If you would like to catch Mr. Hirsch on stage, final performances are this weekend. Check out the following link for more info: https://www.councilgrove.com/cgct
Ms. Stephania's kindergarten class had fun doing a scavenger hunt to find different shapes in their classroom! #LevelUpRailers
Free Early Childhood Screening
Developmental screenings for children ages birth to five will take place on Friday, April 5th in Herington, KS. The screening is provided free of charge and will assess cognitive, motor, language, and social development as well as provide hearing, vision, and dental screenings. Please call 258-3234 to schedule an appointment.
If you have a child that will turn three before August 31 st , 2024 and you are interested in the Little Railers Preschool program at the elementary school, please make an appointment to have them screened. The screening is the first step of the application process for the program. There are fee and grant based spots available for those who qualify. Application does not guarantee acceptance. Contact Miss Andrea or Dr. Morgan at the elementary school with any questions at 258-3234.
HHS Seniors, the Alumni Scholarship application has been posted to the senior class google page. It is due to me no later than May 1st. You can see me or the office staff for a copy of your transcript.
On Feb 24th the Herington Railer Archery team traveled to Clearwater, KS to compete in bullseye and 3D competition against 9 other schools.
3D
The MS archery team placed 2nd overall in the 3D competition
Gage Billinger shot 270 for 1st place in MS boys
Ivy Osburn shot 245 for 2nd place in MS girls
Atalie Alexander shot 242 for 3rd place in MS girls
Carly Miller shot 221 for 2nd place in ES girls
Several Herington Archers set new 3D PR’s
Adysen Lansbury - 213
Aeowyn Ruiz - 198
Alex Kibler-Deyoe - 184
Anastaria Haynes - 174
Brooklyn Bess - 168
Carly Miller - 221
Connor Hight - 235
Gage Billinger - 270
Ivy Osburn - 245
Lillian Rucker - 225
Malakai Stroda - 228
Xane Kluth - 88
Bullseye
The Railer archery team didn’t have enough participants available to field a team in bullseye competition but several individuals placed & set new PR’s
Koryn Alexander shot 271, setting a new PR, for 1st place in HS girls & shot a perfect 50 in her third round of shooting
Gage Billinger shot 273 for 1st place in MS boys
Ivy Osburn shot 257 for 2nd place in MS girls
Carly Miller shot 243 for 2nd place in ES girls and set a PR for the second week in a row
Adysen Lansbury set new PR of 238
Alex Kibler-Deyoe set a new PR for the second week in a row with a score of 234
Anastaria Haynes also set a new PR for the second week in a row with a score of 201
The Railer Archery team has a two week break until our next competition in Herington when we will host our annual State archery preview tournament, shooting both bullseye and 3D.
Hello USD 487 families! As a reminder, we are offering our driver's education program again this summer. If your current 8th grader or high schooler is interested, please have your student sign up in the office by Thursday, February 29. We intend to get letters out to interested families at the end of the week. Please call the high school office at 785-258-2261, if you have any questions.
National Honor Society selection will take place this week. As part of the national membership requirement, the by-laws are posted for the public. We will not post the last page (for privacy) as they have member names on them. If you have any questions, please contact cclark@usd487.org
HES Families: We are starting our Herington Hearts fundraiser today! Students will be bringing home their packets with more information. Participation in this fundraiser is completely optional. Packets (and all funds raised) will need to be turned into your student's classroom teacher by Thursday, March 7th so we can work on getting the prizes ordered. The top three fundraisers from HES will have an opportunity to throw a pie in the face of an HES staff member at our March all school assembly. Thank you for your support in helping this local, Herington organization!
Good Luck HHS Basketball Teams!
Congratulations to Reid Griffiths and Cameron Svitak for both placing 6th at the State Wrestling Tournament. Great job coaches and wrestlers! It was a great season.
Reid and Cameron are done wrestling for the day. Tomorrow they will wrestle for a top six medal position. Best of luck!!!
