The Railers took care of business tonight with a 78-32 win over Rural Vista. Nice job, boys! Keep working hard!
Congratulations to Christopher Kowalsky who placed in the top 15 for the North Central District Greenhand Exam. There is 28 schools within the district with almost 220 competitors for this competition. Good job Chris!
HHS Football at Hope Tonight vs RV Heat
Game Time: 7:00 pm
Concessions consist of bottled drinks, candy bars and chips
No attendance restrictions. Social distancing will be in place. Families may sit together if living in same household. Face masks are strongly recommended to be worn. Temperatures will be taken at admission gate.
GOOD LUCK RAILERS!!!
Here are the most recent scholarships I have received. Please use this link to view. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/924121/Scholarships_for_20.pdf
The Railer Middle School Volleyball and Football teams had a great night at Solomon.
Volleyball A and B teams defeat the Gorillas in 2 sets while the C team lost a hard fought 3 set battle.
Football defeated Solomon 32-24 in a high scoring game.
Great Job Junior Railers!
Railer Cross Country runners had very good performances at their home meet today!
Davanne Schaffer finished 12th with a time of 22:08.23
Koy Mueller finished 23rd with a time of 19:09.64
Craig Rutschman finished 29th with a time of 20:15.72
Great Job Craig, Koy and Davanne!
Good luck to HMS as they travel to Solomon tonight. 5:00 A Volleyball, 6:00 B Volleyball and 7:00 C Volleyball. 6:00 Football at Marvin Brown Field. Six Spectator limit on inside events. Limited concessions outside. Good Luck Railers!!
Order of races tonight at Cross Country Meet:
4:00 7th grade boys and girls
Followed by 8th grade boys and girls
Followed by HS JV/V Girls
Followed by HS JV/V Boys
Cross Country is hosting a home meet today at the golf course. Come out and support our Railer Runners!! Girls start time is 5:00 and boys follow. Good Luck Railers!!
We have some extra hoodies for sale. If you are interested contact Amanda Hawkins at the middle school. ahawkins@usd487.org
They are $15 and we have the following sizes available: adult xl, 2xl, 3xl and 4xl.
http://kpreps.com/kansas/news/?id=12317&t=aca-sportsmanship-award-winner-
Great Job Railers!!
Lady Railers defeat Solomon 25-10, 25-13 and 25-20, 25-14. JV dropped two tough matches to the Gorillas. Good Job Lady Railers!
JV Football at Goessel. 6:00pm Start Time.
Below is the new link to watch the live stream sent by Goessel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZdOinOVKNk&feature=youtu.be
Volleyball at Solomon, Tuesday, September 15th. Six spectators per participant.
4:00 pm – Herington vs. Solomon (JV)
5:00 pm – Herington vs. Solomon (V)
6:00 pm – Herington vs. Solomon (JV)
7:00 pm – Herington vs. Solomon (V)
The Railer JV Football team will travel to Goessel tonight to take on the Bluebirds at 6:00pm. Spectators will be temp checked and need to wear a mask when not social distancing. Concessions will not be available. Good Luck Railers! Live feed available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3GObucCeyk
Lady Railers went 3-0 on the day at Centre beating Centre 25-16, 25-11; Little River 25-16, 25-8 and Wichita Classical 25-0, 25-8. Great job Lady Railers. 7-0 on the season.
Good Luck Lady Railers!!
Congratulations to the 2020 Fall Homecoming King and Queen, Craig Rutschman and Carrie Roe.
We will stream the evening activities on Facebook Live on the school page.
Friday Night Football
Seniors will be recognized tonight before the Football Game against Goessel. Ceremony is at 6:30. Seniors and Parents meet on the track at 6:20.
Congratulations to our Fall Athletes, Cheer, Dance and Band Participants!!
CTSO Mum Sale
Come see us tonight 5-8 to get your Fall Mums and support the Herington High School CTSO groups. FFA, FCLA, FBLA and HOSA. We will be at the elementary 5-8 tonight and 9-noon tomorrow. In these different times we would appreciate your support.
Railers Middle School Football drops a close, hard fought battle 6-8 vs Rural Vista.
Middle School Volleyball
Herington A vs Rural Vista
Herington won 25-7, 25-8
Great Job Lady Railers!!
Join us on facebook live on the USD487 facebook page and follow the Middle School A Team Volleyball and Football games at 4:30 and 6:00 respectively. Be patient as this is our first broadcast.
Good evening, Herington schools have established a COVID-19 team of individuals consisting of administrators, our school nurse, board of education members, parent representatives, and the Dickinson County Health officer. This team will meet every other week to review our County metrics related to COVID-19. They will make a determination about which learning format to make available to all students for the following 2 weeks. The first meeting took place last evening and it was determined that U S D 487 may continue to operate in the “green”. This means that preschool through 12th grade students will be able to attend in person for the next two weeks. Learning format information does not affect families that have chosen remote learning, they may continue to be remote learners. Specific information regarding changes in activities or other expectations related to learning formats can be found on the Kansas Schools Gating Criteria document that was shared with your family at our Stop, Drop, and Roll event. A digital copy can be located on our website under the documents tab of the menu. Learning format information will be shared using this automated calling system, the school web page, and the U S D 487 Facebook page each time the COVID-19 team meets. In the case of a learning format change from in-person to hybrid, or remote for all students, staff members will work to ensure students have the necessary materials to continue learning in the “new” format.
Tonights Middle School Volleyball and Football Games!!!
Each student athlete and coach for Volleyball may have 4 guests attend tonight's contest.
Each student athlete and coach for Football and Cheer may have 6 guests attend tonight's contest.
Please let the gate workers know which athlete or coach you are there to support!!
Prepackaged items only sold at the concessions. Below is a list of items we have. Some will be changed out from time to time
Saturday Centre Quad Information
At Centre
Friday Night Homecoming Game/Senior Night vs Goessel
6:30 - Recognition of Seniors - Parents and Seniors of Football, Volleyball, Cross Country, Band, Cheer and Dance meet on the track at 6:20
7:00 - Kick off
Homecoming Ceremonies at half-time of the game
Go Railers!!!!
8th Grade Recognition tonight at Herington
Volleyball Schedule - Played in High School Gym - vs Rural Vista
4:30 - A Team
5:20 - 8th Grade Recognition
5:30 - B Team
6:30 - C Team
Football Schedule
5:50 - 8th Grade Recognition
6:00 - Football vs Rural Vista
Good Luck to the Cross Country runners tonight as they travel to Melvern Lake. Girls race at 5:00 and Boys race at 5:30. Go Railers!
The Lady Railers had a great night of volleyball at Solomon. The JV gained some valuable experience, and the Varsity defeated Rural Vista and Centre in two sets each. Great job, ladies! Go Railers
Herington High School and Middle School Activity Guidelines!!!
Tickets to enter the game will be organized through the student athletes and coaches. Go Railers!!!
This week the middle school Student Council is sponsoring spirit week for the Fall 2020 Homecoming!
Wednesday is class color war:
6th grade-pink
7th grade-red
8th grade-blue
Thursday-Dress to
Impress
Friday- Railer Pride
If any remote learners participate in the spirit days, please email a picture of yourself in your spirit day outfit to Ms. Hawkins at ahawkins@usd487.org
Students, please remember all outfits need to be school appropriate!
Volleyball travels to Solomon tonight for their first night of league play.
4:00 JV vs Rural Vista
5:00 V vs Rural Vista
6:00 JV vs Centre
7:00 V vs Centre
Good Luck Lady Railers!
HES Families: We have had a terrific first week and a half! We are so proud of our students and how well they have responded to the new procedures and protocols. It has been a great feeling to have everyone back together again. It is homecoming week at Herington High School so the HES students are welcome to show off their school pride. Participation is completely optional! Here are the spirit days:
Tuesday, September 8th – Crazy Sock Day (wear fun/unique socks)
Wednesday, September 9th – Pajama Day (come as you are – wear your PJs)
Thursday, September 10th – Neon Day (wear bright clothes)
Friday, September 11th – Railer Day (wear your Railer gear or Maroon and Orange)
Go Railers!
Railers start the season with a huge win vs Centre 56-10. Keep up the good work!!
Railers lead Centre 20-2 at the half!
USDA extends Summer Food Service program through December 31, 2020 or until funds run out. USD 487 has recently been informed that we may continue serving meals to our enrolled students under the Summer Food Service program guidelines. This means that all enrolled students in our district will receive breakfast and/or lunch for free each school day, regardless of their current food service payment status. This includes in-person and remote learners. The district will begin serving the meals without charge on September 8th, 2020. Remote learners can utilize curb side pick-up at the elementary school between 12:30 and 1:00 p.m. each day that school is in session. Please contact the district office at 785-258-2263 if you have questions about this service.
Support your local CTSO Program (FCCLA, HOSA, FFA and FBLA)
We can not do door to door sales but we can have people come to us at Herington Elementary parking lot. September 11th and 12th.
https://youtu.be/2CgXulFLRQU
Please subscribe to our school YouTube channel! Thanks for your support!
Mrs Mein’s Culinary did a little Farm to Table Demo. We used fresh tomatoes from the Hydroponic plants from ag classes that were planted this summer and harvested today. We also used garden grown zucchini and squash. To make a veggie stir fry. They even had a remote learner watching in from the computer as Mrs. Mein demonstrated how to cook. Some kids like it some did not...
Railer Nation will have 8th grade recognition for our football, volleyball, and cheer student athletes on Thursday, September 10th. We will recognize volleyball girls before the A-team match at 5:20 and football and cheer at 5:50 before the start of the football game.
Junior Railer Volleyball wins two at Centre.
Defeated Elyria Christian 25-23, 25-14
Defeated Centre 25-19, 25-22
The Junior Railers lost a close, hard fought battle at Centre tonight 26-28.
Railer Cross Country had a successful first meet at Mission Valley.
Davanne Schaffer finished 10th. 26.53
Craig Rutschman finished 13th. 21.54
The schedule for our first home football game Friday, September 11th is as follows:
6:30- SENIOR NIGHT. Seniors involved in any fall activity will be recognized (Cross Country, Volleyball, Football, Band, Dance and Cheer)
Halftime- HOMECOMING CEREMONY. Class attendants and Senior candidates will be introduced and the homecoming King and Queen will be announced. Below are the students involved in the ceremony.
Class Attendants:
Juniors: Diether Leach & Madi Becker
Sophomores: Nathan Vinduska & Emma Holzhauser
Freshmen: Tyus Becker & Sophia Weber
Little Attendants: Silas Barnes
Wyatt Gursky
Scarlett Koehn
Tobin Schrader
Senior Candidates are:
Boys: Corbyn Jackson
Craig Rutschman
Matthew Anschutz
Conner LaRosa
Girls: Sarah Biehler
Carrie Roe
Karli Brott
Hannah Pohlman
Go Railers!
More information about the event will be posted next week.
Railer Football will be at Centre this Friday, September 4th.
Game Time: 7:00p,
Fan Attendance/Patron Seating for FB:
● There is no limit on the amount of fans that can attend the game.
● It is recommended fans should bring a lawn chair and sit by their cars or in their cars.
● There is only one entrance on the West End of the school for temps to be checked.
● If fans wish to sit in the bleachers then they will need to have a mask on if social distancing cannot be maintained.
● Social distancing must be maintained at all times, if it cannot masks will need to be worn.
● All fans temperatures will be checked at each entrance.
Railer Cross Country will run at Mission Valley on Thursday!
5:00 PM HS GIRLS RACE JV/V (5K)
5:30 PM HS BOYS RACE JV/V (5K)
6:00 PM AWARDS
Event Location: Mission Valley High School Cross Country Course (North of FB Field)
JH VB Schedule at Centre
Herington vs Elyria Christian (Main Gym) 4:30 PM (JV)
Centre vs Elyria Christian (Main Gym) 5:15 PM (Varsity)
Herington vs Elyria Christian (Main Gym) 6:00 PM (Varsity)
Centre vs Herington (Main Gym) 6:45PM (Varsity)
JH Football Schedule at Centre
Centre vs Herington (Bud Peterson Field) 6:30 PM
Fan Attendance/Patron Seating for VB:
Visitor fans sit on the North Side of Main Gym
Home fans sit on the South Side of Main Gym
Must be socially distanced and not sit in bleachers marked “DO NOT SIT.”
All fans must wear a mask.
All fans will be subject to a temperature check when entering the building.
No admission will be charged.
There is a limit on the number of fans. Four spots will be provided to family members of each player. Each family member will report to the gate worker which student athlete he or she is representing. These are non-transferrable.
Fans must sit in family groups. Family groups must remain socially distanced from each other. Kids are not to be running around in the building during the game.
Fan Attendance/Patron Seating for FB:
There is no limit on the amount of fans that can attend the game.
Fans should bring a lawn chair and sit by their cars.
There is only one entrance on the West End of the school for temps to be checked.
If fans wish to sit in the bleachers then they will need to have a mask on if social distancing cannot be maintained.
Social distancing must be maintained at all times, if it cannot masks will need to be worn.
All fans temperature will be checked.
After a year of planning, HMS & HHS were able to implement their redesign prototype. Students have been attending Advisory/Homeroom daily since last week, but today they spent the afternoon learning about Project Based Learning and Flex time. PBL is a student-driven project that will require students to think about Real-World topics. They will plan, research, and implement these projects on a timeline they create. When they finish, part of this process is to make their project available for community viewing. The schools also have included what we call FLEX time -- this is a time for students to continue PBL, receive help from teachers, attend club meetings, or take part in presentations. We are excited to see what happens as the year progresses. It's a great day to be a Railer!
The Lady Railers started the season with success tonight! The JV gained some great experience, and the Varsity won both matches in two sets against Goessel. Go Railers!
Homecoming and Parents Night will be celebrated Friday, September 11th. More details to come.
Best of Luck to these 2020 Seniors as they begin competition this week. Go Railers!!!
Seniors, here is a scholarship for students who may be involved with raising bison OR plan on majoring in an agricultural field in college. Use this link to go to the application. http://www.kansasbuffalo.org/news.cfm?id=20
Lady Railers travel to Goessel tonight for their first volleyball matches. Matches are as follows:
JV 4:00, 5:00 (best 2 of 3)
V 6:00, 7:00
Good Luck Lady Railers!
Thank you to Ralf and Izzys Coffee Shop for using thier tips to buy Teacher Supplies for Herington Schools!!
Good Morning, Orange Express has worked hard to get trailers for our parade today! We would like to have our Middle School Volleyball and Football players participate this evening to showcase our fall sports teams. The parade will start at 6pm at the school parking lot, run through downtown Herington and end at the school parking lot around 6:30. Students will be able to be picked up after they are dropped of at the school after the parade. Thank you!
There will be a pass gate for the cheerleaders at the football scrimmage at 7:00pm tomorrow night. Each cheerleader can invite six gueats.
Friday, August 28, 2020
HHS Fall Athletic Orange and Maroon Scrimmages and Parade 5:00pm Volleyball Scrimmage
6:00pm Orange Express Parade
7:00pm Football Scrimmage
7:30pm Cross Country Milkshake Run (Halftime FB Scrimmage) Athletes recieved 6 tickets to pass out to family.
You must have a ticket to enter the venue.
VB ticket for the gym and
FB ticket for the statdium.
Cross Country will have a pass list.
Temp checks, masks, and social distancing are required at all events! Look forward to seeing families tomorrow evening and thank you for your cooperation.
What a fun, unexpected arrival on our first day back! Jennifer True, 1965 HHS graduate, returned her library book! She even paid her overdue fees! :) It's never too late to return your books. :)
ATTENTION HHS and HMS Remote Learners: Classroom teachers are sending emails regarding the beginning of classes. Please check your email frequently for class codes and other information. If you are unable to log in to your school email or don't know your school email address or password, please contact the high school or middle school office. Remember that classes begin at 8 a.m. Wednesday, and you are expected to be in attendance remotely.
Herington Middle and High School will undergo a change when students return tomorrow. Watch the video to find out what students should expect when school starts!
https://youtu.be/JceBwy_h2vE
HMS/HHS is excited to Welcome Back students tomorrow. We are ready to see you.
The Herington Hearts Core Community group will be starting back up with Monday night classes that provide support to families. The Getting Ahead orientation nights are Monday, September 21st @ 5:30pm and Monday, September 28th @ 5:30pm. Classes are held at Herington Elementary School. A meal and childcare will be provided. If interested, please contact Connie Seibel at 785-512-9360 or Chardy Magnett at 785-366-6605.
Modified September Breakfast/Lunch Menu
August Breakfast and Lunch Menu Modified
Attention HHS Students! We are excited to see all of you this Wednesday morning. Please view the attached video for the updated procedures at Herington High School. Go Railers!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5dmb_WV8dg&feature=youtu.be
HMS cannot wait to have students back in the building! Our teachers and staff are extrememly excited to begin classes! Please view the video to see updated procedures at HMS.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKBfP5cm-d4&t=3s
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
USD487 First day of School
Wednesday August 26th, 2020
Start Time 8:00 a.m. Doors open at 7:50 a.m.
Masks are required!! NO GATORS!!!
Railers: Rather than having our traditional back to school night this year, families will have an opportunity to "Stop, Drop, and Roll-Through Herington Schools" on Tuesday, August 25th from 6:00-7:00. Please see the attached images for more information.
Railers: Because of the health guidelines pertaining to sanitation procedures and contact tracing, students will only be permitted to ride the same bus route to and from school. Students are permitted to change bus pick-up and drop-off locations as long as the students remain on the same bus route.
Any permanent bus route changes must be communicated 48 hours in advance to your students’ office staff (i.e. a permanent change of address).
If your students’ pick-up/drop-off location differs from the home address listed in Skyward, please notify your students’ office staff with the updated pick-up/drop-off information.
Attached is an info-graphic explaining the differences of in-person and remote learning. If you have any questions in regards to our learning options, please contact your school building office.
The secretaries are ready for students and staff to be back at school!!
Vote for HHS Senior, Carrie Roe!!
https://northcentral.ksvype.com/2020/08/18/vote-now-salina-area-preseason-volleyball-player-of-the-year-poll-presented-by-wsu-tech-poll-ends-8-23/
Let’s help our get the recognition she deserves.
HES Families: Please complete the enrollment process if you have not already completed this. We are also requesting that you communicate with us your desired learning structure for the upcoming year (in-person or remote) if you haven't already done so. We ask that you do this as soon as possible. Finally, we invite you to our Site Council meeting on Thursday, August 20th at 6:00 in the HES Flex Lab or Gym to go over the specifics/details of our HES reopening plan. Everyone attending the Site Council meeting will be required to wear a mask and complete a temperature check before entering the building. Please contact our main office at 785-258-3234 or Dr. Morgan at nmorgan@usd487.org to communicate your learning structure for the upcoming year, if you are planning to attend the Site Council meeting, or if you have any other questions. Thank you for your support!
September Breakfast and Lunch
August Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Middle School and High School Practice Information
High School Girls
Practice is Monday at 4:00. You need to be there by 330ish and come in the door next to Coach Beye’s classroom so we can take your temps. Do not come in the building without being checked in. You need to wear a mask. Please keep it on until I go over procedures with you about mask and practice. All physicals need to be turned in or brought to the first day of practice.
Middle School Girls
Practice is Monday at 4:00. You need to be there around 4:00. Coach Stillwell and Coach Prichard will meet you at the Middle School Doors to check in. Do not come in the building without being checked in. You need to wear a mask. Please keep it on until we go over procedures with you about mask during practice. All physicals need to be turned in or brought to the first day of practice. Practice will be from 4:00-5:45.
We are all looking forward to a great season. It will look a little different but we need to do what we can to be able to compete. Coaches will send information home next week with state guidelines for competing.
Fall practice will start on Monday, August 17th. A physical will need to be on file at the school office before a student is allowed to participate in fall sports practices. Forms can be picked up at the board office, Herington Area Health Clinc or printed from the link below.
http://kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/FORM-PPE.pdf
From the Herington Area Health Clinic
We just would like to let the community know we are going to hold another day of FREE sports physicals!!
Tuesday August 18th from 8:30am-Noon
Call ahead and get on the schedule. Please make sure you have your form filled out ahead of time to ensure you get in promptly!
PHONE: 785-258-5130
1005 N B St
Cross Country practice will start on Monday, August 17th at 3:45pm. Please meet in the Middle School Science Room 316!!!
Congratulations to our USD 487 retirees Frank Bodine, Cindy Gabe and Cindy Gant.
From the Herington Area Health Clinic
We just would like to let the community know we are going to hold another day of FREE sports physicals!!
Tuesday August 18th from 8:30am-Noon
Call ahead and get on the schedule. Please make sure you have your form filled out ahead of time to ensure you get in promptly!
PHONE: 785-258-5130
1005 N B St
This is for all my Herington Middle School football guys and parents. New head coach, Blake Homman, is having a parents meeting August 17th at 5:00pm in the middle school gym and directly after meeting will be equipment checkout. Then practice will start August 18th at 3:45pm.
HES Kindergarten Families:
Our first day of kindergarten will be Thursday, August 27th. This will be a full day of school. We will use Wednesday, August 26th as an orientation date for our kindergarten students and families. Our kindergarten teachers will be reaching out to each family individually to set-up the orientation times once we finalize our enrollment next week. Please contact the HES office with questions.
Herington schools' online enrollment will close on August 10th. Enrollment questions can be directed to the school offices. Elementary 258-3234
Middle School 258-2448
High School 258-2261
2020-2021 Learning Choices--This graphic offers a brief explanation of the three learning options offered to families/students of USD 487 in a letter mailed to families last month. https://5il.co/izb0
MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL
Next week August 3rd through the 6th (Monday through Thursday) from 4 o'clock to 5 o'clock in the elementary gym. Any middle school girls interested in going out for volleyball is encouraged to attend the skills camp. Temperatures will be checked at the elementary door and masks have to be worn.
Herington schools' first day with students for the 2020-2021 school year will be August 26th. Middle school/High school students wishing to enroll as in person, or remote learners with the district, will be allowed to participate in KSHAA sponsored activities for this school year. Remote learners will not be required to attend any in person classes to qualify for participation. All eligibility policies are still being enforced.
Herington High School Students may now log on to their skyward grades online accounts and enroll in their elective classes. Instructions have been sent through their school email account. If you need help with passwords please contact the school.
We are offering backpacks for sale again this year. They are $35 and need to be paid before we order. Orders will be due before August 10th. The order will be placed on the 11th. If you are interested contact Lisa Beye or Kenny Roe by email lbeye@usd487.org or kroe@usd487.org
Personalization is included in the cost. No extra charge.
Fall Reopening date Herington USD 487 is currently planning to reopen to students on August 26th. A revised school calendar will be shared pending Board of Education approval. Stay tuned for more information regarding reopening plans, enrollment completion, and attendance options for the 2020-2021 school year.
Sorry for the difficulty on the Live Feed. Jennifer Duenas was live till 7:00. We will post that portion of the video later to the page.
Weights tomorrow normal time for everyone. Bring mask and pencil! Sorry for any confusion last week. We will see you tomorrow.
Governor Laura Kelly's announcement regarding school reopening this fall. At 3 p.m. today, Governor Kelly hosted a press briefing in which she indicated an Executive order will be issued on Monday July 20th. This order is expected to delay the start of school until at least September 9th, among other things. USD 487 administration and the Board of Education will hold a discussion around this topic and what it means for our students/patrons during our next school Board meeting Monday July 20th.
Physical Opportunity
USD 487 coaching staff would like to give a shoutout to our athletes for adjusting to what we need to this summer to continue to train and prepare for what we hope is normal soon. All athletes are doing a great job of attending weights and practices during this time. This quote in the picture fits us well and we talked about it this morning. Our kids are doing a great job of training through the time of drought (hardship) to be ready for the harvest. What great life lessons being learned right now and adjusted to by our kids. #railerproud
Football Camp this Week
HS is 6:30-8:30 AM and PM. Monday through Friday. Middle School is 9:00-11:00 AM Monday through Friday.
High School Girls, Middle School Girls and 6th Grade Boys - the weight room is open 7:45 to 8:45 am this week.
Congratulations Class of 2020
Free Early Childhood Screening
If you have a child that will turn four before August 31st, 2020 and you are interested in the Little Railers Preschool program at the elementary school, please make an appointment to have them screened by contacting the USD 487 BOE office at 785-258-2263. The screening is a required part of the application process for the program. There are fee and grant based spots available in the program for those who qualify. Contact Nicholas Morgan (principal) at nmorgan@usd487.org or Andrea Nelson (preschool teacher) at anelson@usd487.org.
SCHOOL RE-OPENING SURVEY Please take a few minutes and use the following link to complete a parent survey related to school re-opening this Fall. https://forms.gle/RGzkgXAkimoA8nyG7
Weights will resume tomorrow as normal. Reminder mask are required. There will be no jh basketball till further notice.
School Reopening Plans
While we still have a lot of work to do, the schools in Dickinson County have been working together, along with the Dickinson County Health Department on a plan to re-open the schools within Dickinson County. We are planning on resuming in person operations in August including a plan to have the students in the buildings as scheduled. In person, virtual, and/or blended learning opportunities may be available to students as plans are developed
We are currently evaluating our processes, procedures, policies and facilities to see what adjustments we need to make to provide a safe environment for our students, teachers, staff and parents. Please understand that we are still waiting on guidelines from the Kansas State Department of Education before we can finalize our plans. This information will not be available until mid-July. Once these guidelines are released, we will have a better understanding of the expectations from the Kansas Board of Education and we will finalize our plans.
Free Early Childhood Screening
If you have a child that will turn four before August 31st,2020 and you are interested in the Little Railers Preschool program at the elementary school, please make an appointment to have them screened by contacting the USD 487 BOE office at 785-258-2263. The screening is a required part of the application process for the program. There are fee and grant based spots available in the program for those who qualify. Contact Nicholas Morgan (principal) at nmorgan@usd487.org or Andrea Nelson (preschool teacher) at anelson@usd487.org.
Parents/Patrons of USD 487,
At the direction of the Dickinson County Health officer, ALL PERSONS PARTICIPATING IN SUMMER WEIGHTS/CONDITIONING, SKILL WORK, TEAM SESSIONS, AND/OR SUMMER SCHOOL MUST WEAR A MASK WHEN SOCIAL DISTANCING OF 6 FT. CANNOT BE MAINTAINED.
If your child is participating in any of these activities and has a mask from home that they are comfortable wearing, they may do so. If your child does not have a reusable mask available to them, the district will provide a disposable mask for their use. Thank you for working with us to keep our students and staff as safe as possible.
Graduation Announcement
Herington HS Graduation will be held on Saturday, July 11th, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the High School gymnasium. Due to social distancing requirements, in-person attendance will be limited to 8 guests per graduate. Hand sanitizer will be available at all gym entrances, attendees need to be prepared to sign in with their name/address/phone number, and wearing a mask/face covering is required per the Dickinson County health officer. Handshakes will be skipped as graduates receive their diploma. Students will be addressed by High School principal, Matt Fox and their class Valedictorian. Once the ceremony is complete, graduates will exit the building and wave to attendees in lieu of a receiving line. Ceremonies will be live streamed for those unable to attend in person. All activities are subject to COVID-19 restrictions; any changes will be communicated as soon as practical.
Next week is our off week. No weights or sports. Have fun with family and friends. We will come back July 6th for Strength and Conditioning normal times. We are very proud of your effort the past month. Way to work hard Railers!!!
We will be starting our hot sit down summer food program meals starting Monday, June 15th at the 1st Christian Church Memorial Hall at 108 W Day Street. The lunch service is between 11:30am to 12:30pm. No grab and go lunches. See you all there!
What a great two week intro to summer workouts. The coaching staff is so pleased by the turnout and look forward to the hard work that will continue in the weight room and gyms starting next week. Keep up the great work Railers!!! It will pay off on the court and fields next year!!! #railerproud
We have completed week one of summer workouts. We are more then pleased about the turn out. Social distance groups for high school boys, high school girls, junior high boys and junior high girls. The athletes have worked hard this week. That hard work in the off season will pay off. Keep it up Railers!!!
The yearbook advisers are finalizing sales. We need to know ASAP if you would like a copy of the 2020 yearbook. If you do not reserve a copy by Monday, June 8th, there will not be extras ordered. If you are still interested in purchsing a copy please contact Lisa Beye or Rhonda Levens by email. lbeye@usd487.org or rlevens@usd487.org.
Awesome work today on day one of workouts Railers. The following link goes over some exercises we will be doing tomorrow. Please watch.
https://youtu.be/2DiMssYEKlI
Carrie Roe and Megan Mortensen, State FBLA Officers, along with Adviser Lisa Beye attended a virtual State Board Meeting Sunday, May 31st. FBLA meetings and activities will be held virtually throughout the summer.
Monday June 1st groups. You will stay with these groups for the next two weeks. Report to that area during your time slot. If your name is not on this list and you plan to come please reply to the post or email lbeye@usd487.org
https://youtu.be/QrLTlPX-dRc
Explanation of part of the workouts for Monday, June 1. Please watch before attending.
*Summer Food Program starts on June 1st.
*"Grab and Go" lunches for at least the first two weeks. No sit down meals.
*One location: 1st Christian Church, Memorial Hall Parking lot. 108 W Day St.
*Times are 11:30am to 12:30pm
NEWS ON SUMMER WORKOUTS!
We apologize for late notice on that but if there has been anything we have learned the last couple months we have to be able to go with the flow. So we have word that we may begin Summer Workouts June 1. This is going to happen in Phases and information will be posted as we know it. What we need to know right now by 4:00 pm tomorrow is who is planning to attend summer workouts the next two weeks. Phase 1 is a time for us to spend with the athlete getting them acclimated to working out again before we get into the weight room. Therefore, June 1st - June 12th will be spent outside in groups of 9 doing workouts. High School Football 6:30-7:30 am, All High School Girls 7:45-8:45 am, and MS Girl/Boys and High School Boys not playing football will be from 9:00-10:00 am. The next two weeks we will be having the first two sessions Monday-Friday. Junior High will only be Monday-Thursday. What we need now is a list of who plans to start workouts on Monday. It is important to know that you need 10 days in before you can be in the weight room. Therefore, please plan to commit to the next 10 days of outside workouts. We will take the list and break it into groups this weekend. Please check back often to see the group, location and coach you are with. We will also post important guidelines on how we plan to social distance as we go. Please open the following link and sign up. More information to follow.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/196eGhXZ1KKtBc8Bh36X-KgXxthMq15ePuDsXPZ5p598/edit?usp=sharing
Scholarship Announcement
Scholarship Announcement
Scholarship Announcement
Scholarship Announcement
Kansas is proud that one of our great teachers @TabathaRosproy has been named the 2020 National Teacher of the Year! Congratulations Tabatha! @ksdehq @CCSSO #NTOY20
HES Families: Please find attached the flyer about our KRR Summer Boost Program!
HES Families: Grade cards and any award certificates will be mailed home at the beginning of next week (May 26th). Yearbooks will not be arriving until this fall so we will disperse those at the time of their arrival. Thank you so much for the support during the 2019-2020 school year and have a safe and wonderful summer, Railers!
CORRECTED VIDEO: Preschoolers have had a fun and busy year! Take a few minutes to see some of their activities.
https://youtu.be/7RScUdf0QEo
Good Morning, Railers! Here are your HES daily announcements for May 20, 2020. Today is the last day of school. We hope you have a great summer.
https://youtu.be/0oBx3rxD2x4
Hey, Seniors! Create a post tomorrow using #KSClassof2020 to join Seniors across Kansas. Provide your future plans in your caption!
We are still doing meals today and tomorrow for the lunch program. Summer program will begin on June 1.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.19.20.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoPMuTlqOO8&feature=youtu.be
Return of Materials
Continuous Learning is wrapping up. Thank you for your involvement and support during these past few weeks. Chromebooks, textbooks, library books, etc. need to be returned at the end of the week. You will be receiving a call to schedule an appointment soon.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.18.20
https://youtu.be/OcRir_viEWM
Fourth grade classes did a combined Zoom Friday afternoon for a scavenger hunt. #beingallwecanbe
USD 487 Summer food program
Please use the following link to indicate if your family will participate in our Summer food program from June 1st-July 31st. This program will continue to serve children in our community from age 1-18. https://forms.gle/kbSuH5DJRyx3erfJ9
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.15.20.
https://youtu.be/M7uV6CiheFA
Week of May 18th Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 award winners. End of the Year Award Ceremony link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQWpOU4kW3w&feature=youtu.be
Congratulations to Gene Hanson for receiving the $500 scholarship from Herington First Baptist Church.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.14.20.
https://youtu.be/bAT8Jya2PeQ
The following students have been chosen for induction to National Honor Society. Congratulations to: Emma Alt, Madi Becker, Tristyn Kremeier, Megan Mortensen, and Halle Rutschman. A formal induction ceremony will take place when school returns in the fall.
Senior Spotlight is on virtual student, Logan Barrett. Logan is the son of Joseph and April Barrett. The activities he was involved in during high school were Football and FCCLA. His future plans will be attending a Technical School to become a diesel technician. His favorite high school memory was watching everyone gross out while dissecting pigs in A&P. His favorite classes were either A&P or History. When asked about how he was affected by the virus he stated “I planned on finishing up school online so it didn't affect me as much as everyone else.” His message to underclassmen is “don't waste your time with the drama in school and just focus on what does matter. Your future!” Congratulations Logan! #railerproud
Good Morning! Here are the HES announcements for Wednesday, May 13, 2020.
https://youtu.be/49H8LljU8Bg
Senior Spotlight is on virtual student, Brody Brown. Brody is the son of James and Diedra Bruce. He was involved in Football and Basketball during high school. His future plans are undecided. His favorite high school memory was getting to play football with Kayland Alexander for the last year. When asked his favorite class he said, “weights because I love working out. The weight room was one place I could go to release steam.” “I went online schooling so I already gave up my rights to participate in school functions. Not completing my senior year didn't have a big impact on me like the others.” His message to underclassmen is, “Have fun. It's high school. There's no need to stress as much as you think you do.” Congratulations Brody! #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.12.20.
https://youtu.be/nLYb8qc0cNk
Good Afternoon, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.11.20. Sorry these were not posted earlier!
https://youtu.be/MyBoYZXSiLU
This week we start our Senior Spotlight with Kody White. Kody is the son of Tracy Thiel and Goerge Thiel. During high school he was involved in Drama Club and FFA. His future plans are currently undecided. His favorite high school memory was in October when he witnessed Mr. Hirsch drive a little train. “My favorite class to be in was probably my 5th hour since we all would go and help stock the concession stands. Another reason why I looked forward to my 5th hour was because Mrs. Beye would always try to help prepare us for the future. She would take the time out of her day to guide us and make sure that we are all not alone in this.” The hardest part of not completing his senior year at school is, “missing out on all the fun activities with the last couple months of school we had left. We will not have prom, after prom, senior prank, clubs, sports, ect. The one thing that hurts the worst of all would be walking across the stage, getting my diploma, and looking out at the crowd knowing I made it.” He would like underclassmen to know not to mess around on your last year. “You never know it might come back and bite you in the butt.” Congratulations Kody! #railerproud
Congratulations to our newly elected State FBLA Officers. They have started their terms through virtual meetings.
Virtual FBLA State Awards were held yesterday. Congratulations Herington High School FBLA.
Week of May 11th Menu
Our final senior spotlight this week is on Senior Adrina Volkman. Adrina is the granddaughter of Russel and Linay Jones. While in high school she was involved in Volleyball, Track, Softball, FCCLA, HOSA, Yearbook, Student Council, Prom Committee, and Senior Class President. Her future plans are to attend Emporia State University and her major is undecided. When asked her favorite high school memory she stated, “definitely anytime during volleyball season playing with my teammates and then taking our WSL medals home for 1st.” Her favorite classes are Mrs. Mein’s cooking class. “Yes for the food but she is very much like our mom. If she saw we were having a bad day she would talk to you and see what was wrong or if you’re me and you get food on your shirt she would always have a couple extra shirts in her closet that she would let you have.” The hardest part of not being together in school right now is not being able to walk with her class and being around all of them for their lasts and not being able to make more memories. Adrina would like to share with the underclassmen, “enjoy your days being in High School because it really does go fast, go out and spend the time with your friends, be involved, and make all the high school memories that you can before it's over.” Congratulations Adrina! #railerproud
Congratulations to Sophia Weber and Tyus Becker for being the recipients of the KSHSAA Citizenship Award! The criteria for this award is 8th grades students who display the characteristics and Respect, Responsibility, and Reverence. The students were nominated by the middle school staff.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.8.20.
https://youtu.be/nsuuCBG-Cmo
Congratulations to Sophia Weber for being selected by the middle school staff for the Lance Lancaster Award! This award is for an 8th grade student who demonstrates exemplary honesty, loyalty, cooperation, dependability and cheerfulness. If you know Sophia, these are perfect words to describe her!
Our Senior Spotlight is on Dakota Swader. Dakota is the daughter of Stacey and Mike Swader. During high school she has been involved in Volleyball, Basketball, Softball, Track, HOSA and FFA. Her future plans are to take a semester off and continue to work to be independent. “I want to be able to support myself before I head off to college.” Her favorite high school memory “ is probably basketball season. Coach T and Coach K made my transition to herington easier because I had a practice that I knew would challenge me but would be able to have fun at the same time. Learning lessons about life and basketball. Family is important and very needed in life.” Her favorite core class was history because there was always a fun and eventful time. Mr. Hirsch knew when someone needed some cheering up. When asked what she missed most about not physically being in school she said, “not being able to walk the stage, go to any track meets, go to my senior prom, or create any more memories with friends during school.” Her message to underclassmen is “live your high school years to the fullest because you never know if or when you will miss an activity that you wish you could go and do. Don’t try to grow up too quickly!” Her message to her teachers is “I want to thank the teachers that have been there for me throughout the years. I appreciate all you have done for me. Thankful for all the memories I have been able to make, good and bad, they have made me a better person. I would also like to thank my family for helping and supporting me through the years. I love you!” Best of Luck Dakota! #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.7.20.
https://youtu.be/CgHI5gA5NUs
Tyus and Craig delivered Teacher Appreciation gifts today.
Congratulations to the 2020-21 HHS Cheer Squad!!
Karli Brott
Sarah Biehler
Emma Alt
Jessica Mascareno
Alexus Barlow-McKenna
Brooklyn Schroeder
Avery Monnington
Mia Korgol
Tabitha Wallace
Sophia Maggard
Thank you Kara Rutschman, Natasha Becker and these students for delivering teacher appreciation packages today. They are greatly appreciated!!
Senior Spotlight features Makayla Stiles. Makayla is the daughter of Dustin and VerNonda Stiles. While in high school she has been involved in Volleyball, Basketball,Track, Softball, Tree Huggers, Salina Area Tech, Gaming Club, Drama, FFA, HOSA, blood drives, vocal, homecoming queen candidate, and a Beta Organization volunteer. After high school she said, “I plan on continuing my education on schooling at Salina Area Technical college through the welding program, currently with me already have going I will have my certificate in welding at the end of this year but I am planning on going back to college to take the half of a semester that is needed to get my associates degree in welding.” Her favorite high school memory was decorating floats at homecoming. “Showing our school pride to the rest of the town and as well to give the younger generations something to look forward to doing that is fun when they get into high school.” Her favorite classes in school were culinary arts because she loves to cook, and history. “When Mr. Hirsch came to this school and started teaching it. I loved it because he was able to make me interested in something I used to never like.” The final classes she liked were her shop classes with all of the ag teachers that she has had throughout her time at Herington High School. The hardest part of not physically being in school is, “not being able to complete my senior year would have to be not being able to do my last year of track as well as not being able to make lasting memories with the rest of my class and the underclassmen.” Her advice to underclassmen is, “make memories while you can have fun with everyone in your class and do things you want to. High school year goes by fast, don't be afraid to try something new because who knows you may really enjoy it. Make the memories of your high/middle school years fun and don't take time for granted because at some point later on you're going to wish that you would have worked harder in the things that you didn't but overall make your high/middle school years fun and memorable.” In a final note, “I would like to thank all of the teachers that have helped me through the years from elementary to high school. You have all made an impact on my life and I will never be able to forget it. I'd like to thank my coaches that I have had.You have all made me love sports but have also taught me a lot about teamwork and being able to work well and efficiently with others even if everyone doesn't see eye to eye all the time. Finally I would like to thank the school board for allowing me the chance to go to Salina Area Technical College. It has been an amazing experience and has shown me a lot from my junior year till now you have allowed me to further my education even farther while being in high school. To everyone thinking about going to college while you are in school it is difficult but it is so worth it in the end between the memories made at college and the ones made at high school as well as being taught more about the things that you enjoy doing it is truly and honestly an eye opening experience and I honestly believe that even though I was the one that started going there that I hope many more go. It really is an amazing experience. I was able to go through two years of college and high school as well as doing sports year round while it is difficult it is so worth it it gets a little hectic at times but oh well the memories as well as things that i have been taught at Salina Area Tech has made me an even better person and it will make you as well don't be afraid to take the chance of going.” Congratulations Makayla. #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES daily announcements for 5.6.20.
https://youtu.be/5BBZxuwJJV0
USD 487 athletes and parents. To participate in any sport you must have a preparticipation physical on file at the school. With this school year winding down and the possibility of our fall sports practices starting next August, now is the time to think about scheduling an appointment for a physical. With the current health pandemic, it may take longer than usual to get an appointment scheduled. I have provided a link for the preparticipation physical form below.
http://www.kshsaa.org/Public/PDF/FORM-PPE.pdf
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for 5.5.2020. https://youtu.be/jK5XMpsMtIY
Senior Spotlight is on Lauren Simmons. Lauren is the daughter of Gary and Kristy Simmons. In high school she was involved in Cheerleading, Band, FCCLA, HOSA, and Tree Huggers. Her future plans are to attend ESU to pursue a nursing degree. Lauren’s favorite high school memory is from senior fall homecoming, “building our senior float with all my closest friends, riding on the razors through the parade, giving the football boys speech downtown, and standing on the football field as a queen candidate.” Her favorite classes in school were anything with Ms. Clark. “She has had the biggest impact on me. I love you Ches! <3” What Lauren misses most about being physically in school is, “walking out the front doors not knowing it would be my last time as a student, and not being able to walk across the stage and receive my diploma as all my family watched and cheered for me.” Her message to underclassmen is, “be involved with as many activities as you can, step out of your comfort zone, because I regret not being more involved. Be yourself and don't be afraid to ask for help. Listen to your parents, when they say don't go to that party, DON'T GO TO THE PARTY! Have common sense. Make as many memories as you can with your classmates as you can, they are your family. Sit in the student section, be loud and be proud, go to prom, dress up for spirit week and experience high school, you wont regret it. All in all just have fun!” Best wishes Lauren! #railerproud
Week of May 4th Meals
This week’s Senior Spotlight starts with Josh Ruiz. Josh is the son of Joshua and Alice Ruiz. During high school he has been involved in Scholars Bowl, Forensics, and Drama Club. His future plans are to get a degree in Filmmaking. Josh’s favorite high school memory was opening night of Little Shop of Horrors. His favorite classes in school were American history, American government and senior english. The hardest part for Josh not being physically in school is, “being motivated to do assignments without the teachers being there.” His message to underclassmen is, “the sooner you realize that you're wrong, the sooner you can be right.” Congratulations Josh! #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES Daily Announcements for HES - 5.4.2020.
https://youtu.be/8E_HB9ooxsg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8E_HB9ooxsg
Today’s Senior Spotlight is on Lawson Mueller. Lawson is the son of Paul and Jackie Mueller. During high school he has been involved in FFA and National Honor Society. His future plans are to become an automotive technician. His favorite memory was during his sophomore year, “when I was sitting in Mr. Stover’s shop class and he opened the classroom door and started banging on the wall yelling at Alexander saying, ``What are you doing out here?’ ” His favorite classes in school were ag welding and ag mechanics. The hardest part of not being able to complete his senior year physically is not being able to see everyone, friends and teachers. Lawson’s message to underclassmen is, “don't take the time you have in high school for granted enjoy every moment with your friends because before you know it you will be graduating in the blink of an eye.” He would like to thank all the teachers who have supported him and got him through high school. “It has been a great honor to be around such a great group of people. I will never forget it.” Best of Luck Lawson! #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES daily announcements for Friday, May 1, 2020.
https://youtu.be/94LTSKGR3so
Fourth graders learned about Symmetry today. Students used mirrors to learn about lines of symmetry. #beingallwecanbe
Take a drive around the school this Friday, May 1st, to honor the Class of 2020. Signs have been placed outside the football field and will remain until this weekend. We will then place them in the yards of the Seniors! Herington Railer Football Field lights will be turned on the next four Fridays in honor of the class. Lights will be on from 8:20 - 8:40 pm. Congratulations Class of 2020! We are Railer Proud!!!
Senior Spotlight is on Griffin Lindsey. Griffin is the son of Edwin Mueller II and Ashley Lindsey. The activities he is involved in are HOSA, CERT, and Track. Griffin plans to become a USAF Pararescue Jumper. His favorite high school memory was throwing a high school gathering at the new lake. The classes he enjoyed were weights and Spanish II. The hardest part of not finishing his senior year at school is, “not being able to bond with my friends and having to miss our senior trip.” Griffin’s message to underclassmen is, “fully appreciate the value of the little things in high school because things may change in an instant. If you don’t like attending school there’s really no point in sulking about it, you’re already forced to be there, so just make the most of it and always do your best, otherwise it really will have been a waste of time.” Best of Luck Griffin! #railerproud
Good morning, Railers! Here are the HES announcements for Thursday, April 30, 2020.
https://youtu.be/2y_ZG2UL0NA
National Honor Society inductions will take place before the end of the school year. NHS is a prestigious and well-earned accomplishment and HHS is proud to have an active chapter for students. Membership and selection information is provided for those that are interested.
Herington High School NHS Induction Procedures
From the 2019-2020 HHS NHS By-Laws
ARTICLE IV: Membership
Section 1. Membership in this chapter is an honor bestowed upon deserving students by the
faculty and shall be based on the criteria of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
Section 2. Membership in this chapter shall be known as active, honorary, and alumni. Active
members become alumni members at graduation. Honorary members are selected at the
discretion of the faculty council. Alumni and honorary members have no voice or vote in chapter
affairs.
Section 3. Eligibility:
a. Candidates eligible for selection to this chapter must be members of the sophomore, junior,
or senior class.
b. To be eligible for selection to membership in this chapter, the candidate must have been
enrolled for a period equivalent to one semester at Herington High School.
c. Candidates eligible for election to the chapter shall have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
on a 4.0 scale.
d. Upon meeting the grade level, enrollment, and GPA standards, candidates shall then be
considered based on their service, leadership, and character.
ARTICLE V: Selection of Members
Section 1. The selection of members to this chapter shall be by a majority vote of the faculty
council, which consists of five faculty members appointed by the principal. The chapter adviser
shall be the sixth, nonvoting, ex officio member of the faculty council.
Section 2. The selection of active members shall be held once a year during the second
semester of the school year.
Section 3. Prior to the final selection, the following shall occur:
a. Students’ academic records shall be reviewed to determine scholastic eligibility.
b. All students who are eligible scholastically (i.e., candidates) shall be notified and
asked to complete and submit the candidate information form for further consideration.
c. The faculty shall be requested to evaluate candidates determined to be scholastically
eligible using the official input form provided by the chapter adviser.
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d. The faculty council shall review the candidate information forms, faculty input, and
other relevant information to determine those who fully meet the selection criteria for
membership.
i.Faculty council will vote on each student based on the criteria of scholastic eligibility,
faculty input, and the candidates understanding and application of service, leadership, and character.
ii.If the faculty council does not feel the student follows the foundational components of
NHS - Service, Leadership, and Character - the student will not be considered for induction into NHS.
*Examples of this could be but are not limited to: questionable service projects (no proof of service
completed), a lack of leadership qualities and skills, and a question of character based on outside activities or
punishments associated with alcohol, drugs, or other illegal activity. Each candidate will be evaluated for each of
these components as well as their scholastic achievement and teacher evaluations.
Section 4. Candidates become members when inducted at a special ceremony.
Section 5. An active member of the National Honor Society who transfers from this school will
be given an official letter indicating the status of their membership.
Section 6. An active member of the National Honor Society who transfers to this school will be
automatically accepted for membership in this chapter. The faculty council shall grant to the
transferring member one semester to attain the membership requirements and, thereafter, this
member must maintain those requirements for this chapter in order to retain their membership.
Senior Spotlight is on Jacob Howe. Jacob belongs to George and Tracy Thiel (grandparents) Jason Howe (Father) and Michelle Howe ( Step-mother). During high school he has been involved in FFA, Basketball, Football and Track. His future plan is to attend college and become a game warden. When asked his favorite school memory, Jacob said, “when Mr. Bogess's class made the whole school smell like a pine tree and also when Mrs. Vinduska took us to the psychology conference at McPherson College.” His favorite classes in school were weights, welding, creative writing, and psychology. “Getting all your work done and also making sure it’s turned in cause everyone knows how technology works,” has been the hardest part about not physically being in school during this time. Jacob’s message to underclassmen is, “please make your senior year last cause it goes by fast and treasure the memories that you have of high school so when you look back in your later years you can laugh about it to your kids.” Congratulations Jacob! #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the announcements for Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Have a good day!
https://youtu.be/tyV7C2MTb48
Today’s spotlight is on Senior Kyla Haws. Kyla is the daughter of Stephanie Haws, Brett and Kylie Haws. During high school Kyla has been involved in Cross Country, Volleyball, Track, Cheerleading, Fall Homecoming Queen, FCCLA, HOSA, FFA, Tree Huggers and Student Council. After graduation she plans to attend Emporia State University to major in elementary education. Her favorite high school memories included anytime she was cheering on Friday nights for the football team. “I love getting a touchdown, doing Railer Dance as our wonderful band played and watching the crowd go wild.” Her favorite class was Forensics with Ms. Clark. “No matter what kind of day Ms. Clark was having, she was always someone happy and positive to be around.” The hardest part of not physically being in school is missing out on prom and looking forward to giving graduation invites to friends and goodbyes to teachers. Her advice to underclassmen: “know how important it is to not only finish strong, but start strong as well. Whether it be with grades, or attending events, involve yourself as much as possible to provide the best high school experience for yourself. Go sit in the student section at home games. Go to prom. Dress up for spirit week. Your classmates and friends work hard in these areas, and your support means more to them than you realize. Take the time to give back to others even if it’s in a small way. Make your time matter.” Best wishes Kyla! #railerproud
Good morning, Railers! These are your daily announcements for Tuesday, April 28, 2020. Have a great day!
https://youtu.be/cBkPrcU3y_s
Last week the kindergarten students read a story about a magic hat. During the week each student designed and created their own hat to wear. At the daily Zoom meeting the children each took a turn to explain how they made their hat and what magic powers the hat provided. #beingallwecanbe
Our senior spotlight today recognizes Gene Hanson. Gene is the son of Sherrie Hanson and Jeff Casto and J.P. and Brandy Hanson. His plans after high school are to attend Fort Hays State University for Pre-Veterinarian. While in high school Gene has been involved in FFA, FBLA, HOSA, NHS, and Ag Ambassador for Kansas Farm Bureau. His best memory of high school was tailgating the night before the Herington Volleyball Tournament, and the tradition of cooking breakfast the morning of the tournament. His favorite class in high school was Homeroom/Seminar because he felt he became so close to the people in the class. When asked what he missed most about the fact of not physically being in school, his response was, “not getting to go to state competitions and talk to all the friends I have made through the years.” His advice to underclassmen is, “if there is an opportunity, take it, even if it takes work it can help you experience life in a new way and help you meet some life long friends.” Gene would like to thank all the teachers, all the way back to elementary, who helped him along the way. “I wouldn’t be where I am today without all of you!” Congrats Gene and best of luck. #railerproud
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the Herington Elementary School announcements for Monday, April 27. Have a great day!
https://youtu.be/S0k3hhNURmk
The HHS drama club is excited to announce they will be doing a virtual play in May! Yes, you read that right! More on how this will work later. But if any students are interested, they are to contact Mr. Hirsch.
Tonight at 8 pm instead of musical movie friday, they will be reading through some choices. So if any HHS student wants to join in contact Mr. Hirsch, Jessica Mascareno, or Madi Becker. They are excited to make more memories for students and the community during these unprecedented times!
It's not too late!!! 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
Today’s senior spotlight features senior Logan Foust. Logan is the granddaughter of Dale and Rita Hull and the daughter of Joni Foust. During high school Logan has been involved in Choir, Volleyball, Cheer, Dance, FCCLA and HOSA. Her favorite high school memory was when we won the game against Rural Vista her freshman year. Her favorite classes were any taken with Ms. Clark. When asked the hardest part of not currently being in school she replied, “Not getting to have Prom.” Best of luck Logan! #railerproud
Week of April 27 Meal Menu
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
Nutrition Nuggets Newsletter
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
April 20-24 Menu
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
Congratulations to Gene Hanson who was selected to participate in a 2020 Senior Leaders Conversation. 64 seniors from Kansas were selected for this opportunity. The purpose of these casual conversations is to allow our Senior Leaders to share their unique stories with KSDE staff and their fellow seniors. He will be discussing guiding questions to get students thinking, but mostly for seniors to share what they found important in their journey to graduation and postsecondary life. In addition to KSDE staff, who will be facilitating the small breakout Zoom groups, staff from the Kansas Board of Regents will be in attendance as a resource for any postsecondary education questions.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES morning announcements for Wednesday, April 15. Have a great day!
https://youtu.be/QV5EGc3Vj2A
Week of April 14th Menu
Here are your HES Morning Announcements for April 14.
https://youtu.be/E76hDR0f0vg
Don’t forget tonight the HHS Drama Club will be hosting the Zoom Friday Night Musical! Last week was a blast and they’d love to have more join! 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 “Jesus Christ Superstar”. The show must go on!!
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the April 9 HES morning announcements.
https://youtu.be/Io4MPK-v2ag
"Extra" meals
If you or your student will be picking up meals this Thursday April 9th, expect a large package of food. The package will include meals for Thursday, Friday, and the following Monday. Our staff will NOT be serving meals on Friday April 10th or Monday April13th. Regular service will resume on Tuesday April 14th.
Good Morning! These are the HES morning announcements for Wednesday, April 8.
https://youtu.be/urR0fK5yvp0
With all of the craziness going on right now we tend to forget what we’re all grateful for. Save this blank template to your camera roll, list 5 things that you are thankful for, and then post it on your Facebook, Instagram or Snapchat story.
-Megan Mortensen
CONTINUOUS LEARNING PARENT FEEDBACK
Please use the following link to provide feedback about your experiences with our Continuous Learning process.
https://forms.gle/hnWe9bR56BzYRtvM7
Continuous Learning Reminders
Students, please make sure you are accessing your email and other digital platforms regularly.
High school students must pass 5 of their 7 courses this semester to retain eligibility for KSHAA activities next Fall.
Parents, if your students have items such as library books or other materials that belong to the school and need to be returned, please drop those items off inside the elementary school entryway between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. any weekday.
A huge thank you to everyone for their hard work during this difficult time (that includes you too parents)!
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES morning announcements. Have a great day!
https://youtu.be/E3WFd1hMJ-E
If any current Sophomores or Juniors are interested in applying for National Honor Society, please email Ms. Clark at cclark@usd487.org for more information and an application!
Good Morning! Here are the elementary school morning announcements for Monday, April 6.
https://youtu.be/HRg-N9xu8FE
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OLeErO8nXsc
The HHS Drama Club has been looking for some type of social distancing activity to do and famed composer Andrew Lloyd Weber has helped them out! For the month of April, every Friday night, the drama club will be hosting a zoom showing of one of his famous musicals at 8 pm! If any HHS students would like the link to the showing zoom session where we will watch and discuss the musics, email Mr. Hirsch at jhirsch@usd487.org or contact Madi Becker or Jessica Mascareno to get into the zoom showing. Tonight’s showing will be “Joseph And the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”. The show must go on!!
If you are interested in trying out for the 2020-2021 Dance team please contact Mrs. Mayes at mayes@usd487.org so she can get you the information on how tryouts will be going.
Good Morning! Here are the April 3 morning announcements for Herington Elementary School.
https://youtu.be/LXxoA6FLXmU
There was such excitement from Spirit Days this week we would like to participate in them again next week. Join in the fun.
Monday- Railer Pride! ~Show us some school spirit by wearing railer gear~
Tuesday- Quarantine Snacks! ~post your go-to quarantine snack~
Wednesday- Wacky Wednesday! ~Wear your favorite crazy socks~
Thursday- Jersey Thursday ~Wear your favorite sports teams jersey~
Friday- Favorite Friday ~Post a photo of your favorite thing about USD 487~
Today’s quote from Emma Alt.
FBLA members participated in prejudged events for the State Leadership Conference and the results are posted. Congratulations to the following members and their placings at the State Level.
1st Place - Business Financial Plan - Carrie Roe, Sarah Biehler, and Hannah Pohlman
4th Place - Business Plan - Eleanore Silhan, Will Lingenfelser, and Nathan Vinduska
4th Place - Introduction to Business Presentation - Emma Alt, Halle Rutschman, and Tristyn Kremeier
5th Place - Electronic Career Portfolio - Connor LaRosa
6th Place - Ms. FBL - Carrie Roe
State Executive Vice President - Carrie Roe
District III Vice President - Megan Mortensen
Congratulations Herington FBLA!
Grab and Go Meal week of April 6th
MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO ITEM AVAILABILITY.
Monday:
Breakfast- Pancakes, Craisins, Milk
Lunch- Ham & Cheese Wrap, Grape Tomatoes, Apple, and Milk
Tuesday:
Breakfast- Banana Bread, Pineapple Tidbits, Milk
Lunch- Grape Uncrustable, Beef Sticks, Broccoli Florets, Banana and Milk
Wednesday:
Breakfast- Blueberry Muffin, Fruit Juice, Milk
Lunch- BBQ Pork Riblet on a Bun, Tortilla Chips, Baby Carrots, Diced Peaches, and Milk
Thursday:
Breakfast- Cinnamon Mini, Mandarin Oranges, Milk
Lunch- Turkey & Cheese Sandwich, Sun Chips, Cucumber Slices, Applesauce and Milk
Friday:
Breakfast- Pop Tart, Strawberry/Banana Yogurt Cup, Orange, Milk
Lunch- Strawberry Uncrustable, Cheese Stick, Green Bell Pepper Strips, Whole Grain Snack, Pears and Milk.
Parents, remember if the meals are not eaten right away, the sack lunches should be put into the refrigerator until your kids are ready to eat. BBQ Pork Riblets can be eaten cold or warmed up in the microwave.
Good Morning, Railers! Here are the HES daily announcements for Thursday, April 2.
https://youtu.be/8N7-b7tujHA
USD 487 would like to thank all individuals who serve as paraprofessionals. Thanks for all you do.
Wednesday message from Tristyn Kremeier-
I hope everyone is finding happiness during this situation. Also, I hope everyon's online classes are going well. I know for me, I am finding happiness by spending quality time with my family, playing games, going on walks, riding bikes, playing with my dog and just enjoying this down time. Try to find something you enjoy that makes you happy everyday. I hope you enjoy your Wednesday.
Good Morning HES Railers! Here are your daily announcements for Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
https://youtu.be/CAJuUSOjUS4
Good evening, Middle school and high school band instruments, gym locker contents, and shop locker contents may be picked up at the HS gym entrance between 4 and 6 p.m. this Wednesday and Thursday. Please follow staff member instructions as you arrive.
State FBLA Officer elections took place and results are in. Congratulations to Carrie Roe who was elected as the new Executive Vice President and Megan Mortensen who is the new District III Vice President. Both girls start their terms now and will be part of the officer team for the next year. #railerpride
Have a great Tuesday! Post by Megan Mortensen!
Good Morning, HES Railers! Here are the morning announcements for Tuesday, March 31, 2020:
https://youtu.be/hwVZ0sAnX_E
Please enjoy an updated version of the HES Welcome Back video
https://youtu.be/9RlHnCm_pVQ
Mrs. Beye’s Internet Marketing class decided during their Zoom Meeting to provide positive messages on our website and social media during this time.
Today’s message is from Halle Rutschman.
Here’s a quote about change that will definitely benefit everyone and is a nice reminder that you can still make good from change even if it’s scary. Hope you had a good first day of online learning.
HES students - Welcome back to school. Your teachers have been working hard to prepare for this week. They miss you and can't wait to share lots of new ways to learn.
TAKE A LOOK AT OUR VIDEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nY3PKhcVkpY&feature=youtu.be
Join us in some fun this week. Have a good week Railers!!!
Send me photos of your kiddos and their new way of learning so I can put them on our website and facebook page. I think its important to keep things exciting and important for all! Just send photos to trapp@usd487.org and a caption. Thanks!
In the spirit of Online Learning Monday we would like to have a spirit week. Enjoy!!
Reminder to families and children to go to the same location for meals each day so we can be sure we have enough for that specific location. Thank you.
HES Families: Quarter three grade cards, some brief technology instructions, and a letter from Dr. Morgan are being mailed out so please be on the lookout for those. If you have questions or concerns, please continue to reach out to Dr. Morgan at nmorgan@usd487.com.
Week of March 30th pick up meals.
Each bag includes lunch for that day and breakfast for the following day.
Monday:
Mini Donuts, Craisins, Milk, Chef Salad, Apple, Granola Bar and Milk
Tuesday:
Banana Bread, Pineapple Tidbits, Milk, Grape Uncrustable, Beef Sticks, Broccoli Florets, Banana and Milk
Wednesday:
Blueberry Muffin, Fruit Juice, Milk, Hamburger on a Bun, Tortilla Chips, Baby Carrots, Diced Peaches, and Milk
Thursday:
Cinnamon Mini, Mandarin Oranges, Milk, Turkey & Cheese Sandwich, Sun Chips, Cucumber Slices, Applesauce and Milk
Friday:
Whole Grain Cereal, Strawberry/Banana Yogurt Cup, Orange, Milk, Strawberry Uncrustable, Cheese Stick, Green Bell Pepper Strips, Whole Grain Snack, Pears and Milk.
Parents, remember if the meals are not eaten right away, the sack lunches should be put into the refrigerator until your kids are ready to eat. Hamburgers can be eaten cold or warmed up in the microwave.
The end of this year has brought about may changes. The students K-12 now have laptops for their use at home. Please be mindful of how these are used and treated. An Agreement was signed by you at enrollment. If they are broken, lost or stolen under your care you will be charged. They are also being monitored. If your student goes to inappropriate sites they will be suspended from use. Please go to the Document page of our website to see the full agreement.
Special Board Meeting, Wednesday, March 25th, at 6:30 on the school Facebook Live.
Due to Dickinson County health orders, all board meetings will be held via video streaming. Visit the USD 487 facebook page to view meetings. Agendas will be posted prior to each meeting.
REMINDER TRACK MEMBERS. Please drop off your cards or contact Lisa Beye your plan to get them to us. Thank you very much!!
Attention Track Members: since the season has been cancelled we need make arrangements to get your subway cards and/or money. We would like you to try to make arrangements to drop them off between 8 am and 6 pm today at the following locations. Lisa Beye’s House 620 North G, JB Prichard’s House 309 South C, or Kenny Roe’s House 701 North F. There will be a box located on each of those porches. Put your cards and/or money in an envelope or somehow indicate who’s they are with your name. Please text Lisa Beye 785-366-6038 when and where you dropped them off so we make sure we get them. If you can not make the timeframe please text Lisa Beye and we can figure out how to get them. I know not all kids and families have Facebook or access to the website so please spread the word. Thanks.
Attention Track Members: since the season has been cancelled we need make arrangements to get your subway cards and/or money. We would like you to try to make arrangements to drop them off between noon and 6 pm today and 8 am and 6 pm tomorrow at the following locations. Lisa Beye’s House 620 North G, JB Prichard’s House 309 South C, or Kenny Roe’s House 701 North F. There will be a box located on each of those porches. Put your cards and/or money in an envelope or somehow indicate who’s they are with your name. Please text Lisa Beye 785-366-6038 when and where you dropped them off so we make sure we get them. If you can not make the timeframe please text Lisa Beye and we can figure out how to get them. I know not all kids and families have Facebook or access to the website so please spread the word. Thanks.
School Families: If you have library books at your home, please bring them to the school where your oldest child attends from 9-3 Saturday. Please stay in your vehicle, and we will bring a box for you to drop them into. Thank you for your assistance with getting library books back to school!
Congratulations to Carrie Roe for earning 1st Team All Wheat State League Basketball Honors. Tristyn Kremeier earned Honorable Mention Honors. Railer Proud! Great job girls!
Food Service Update
Meals will be distributed at the locations communicated yesterday, but will be served from March 23rd - May 20th. Please remember to complete the Google form indicating your needs prior to 5:00 p.m. each Friday.
Form link: https://forms.gle/xKHqTzUBYAWZJmdK8
Clarification to the last message. You may use the track, it is just HIGHLY encouraged that you do not go with groups to work out. Do the workouts on your own.
There will be no practices until school is back in session. HHS and HMS track members you can continue your workouts we gave you for spring break. As time goes on and as needed we will update the workouts. Please do something each day to remain active. We highly encourage you NOT to plan small group workouts at this time. It is important you do these workouts on your own. We understand the difficulties of the situation and thank you for working within these parameters. We will let you know as soon as we know more.
After Prom
On March 6th, 2020 Mr. Sheahon's 6th hour Science class (7th grade) had some free time. He asked them to draw some organs, so with Ms. Dallas' help they drew some different organs with neon colored markers.
Congratulations to Lawson Mueller for being presented a Good Citizen Award and Scholarship by the Daughters of the American Revolution!
HHS Winter Activities Banquet is tomorrow night at the community building at 7:00. Pancake feed before.
Junior class is selling tickets for the Pancake Feed before the Athletic Banquet... please buy your tickets through the Junior class.
You're invited to attend the Spring Fling 2-4 p.m., March 15, at the Herington Public Library. The event is sponsored by KRR afterschool program, LIFE program, and the library.
Anyone high school age and older are encouraged to attend. It is tonight and no need to RSVP. We hope to see you there.
First grade students worked collaboratively practicing rhythm while learning about some new instruments in music class! #beingallwecanbe
Ayden Lawrenz is the son of Megan and Nathan Lawrenz and Mindy Lawrenz.
Ayden believes he was chosen because “I maintain good grades, while involving myself in many extracurricular activities. I also believe I’m a good leader in the wrestling room.”
As a Junior, Ayden involves himself in Football, Wrestling, Golf, FFA, and FBLA
When asked, Mrs. Greenlee said, “Ayden is a hard worker that is always willing to take on extra responsibilities when he is asked to. He is respectful and always gets his work in on time. He also represents the school well outside the school at athletic contests and in the community. He is just an
all-around good young man.”
Congratulations Ayden!
Cameron Svitak placed first and ended the season undefeated at 13-0. Quinton Barlow-Makenna placed 3rd and finished at 11-4. Destiny Geissert pinned her way to the finals where she finished in 2nd place. Great season Railers!!
Herington Schools would like to congratulate Bennington girls and Hillsboro boys on their Sub-State Championships. Best of luck at 2-A State.
Fourth grade students in Mrs. Kickhaefer’s class learn about storing, releasing, and transferring energy in a chain reaction activity. #beingallwecanbe
Kody White and Holden Coffman have signed a letter of intent to attend NCKT in Beloit this coming Fall. Both are seniors at Herington High School and both will be attending the Automotive Collision program. Good Luck Railers!
Summer Leadership Opportunity and Summer Employment
Coronavirus COVID-19 prevention and information
The middle school staff members chose 7th grader, Riley Jackson, as the February Student of the Month. Riley participates in football, basketball, vocal and track. Riley feels that he was chosen as the student of the month because he shows respect to both students and staff, works hard to do his best in school, he follows the school expectations, has a positive and energetic attitude, and tries to be the best student he can be.
Riley is the son of Dani and Ryan Stevenson and Bryan Jackson.
Dance Team Tryouts. Open to 8th graders to Juniors
Second graders recently conducted research about US presidents and national symbols. After the research, they created projects to share the information. #beingallwecanbe
A big shout out to Brandon Meyer from IServ for going above and beyond for Herington Schools. He is always there to make sure Railer Pride is spread throughout the schools. Thank you for all you do Brandon, we appreciate you!!!
First graders had a special guest on Monday! In reading, students have been learning how animals and humans work together. Mrs. Trapp brought her therapy dog, Max, to share how he helps people in the community. #beingallwecanbe
Mrs. Kahle’s class read “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish” by Dr. Seuss. Then continued with the fish theme as they practiced their addition skills. #beingallwecanbe
March Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Good Luck to the HHS Boys Basketball Team. They play Chase County at Chase County tonight at 7:00.
The Lady Rails come up short in a hard fought battle with Hillsboro 28-30. Railer Nation is proud of you!
Good Luck to the Lady Railers tonight as they play their first round Sub-State game at Hillsboro this evening at 7:00. Go Lady Rails!!!
Sweatshirts will be in this afternoon, March 2. Orders will be organized and delivered to students by the end of the day March 3rd.
Herington Basketball Sub-State Brackets. The Girls will play at Hillsboro on Monday, March 2 at 7:00pm. The Boys will play at Chase County on Tuesday, March 3 at 7:00pm. Go Railers!
Congratulation to Tristyn Kremeier, sophomore at Herington High, who broke the school record for three pointers in a single season. The previous record was held by Chanell Makovec with 42 back in ‘09. Kremeier broke this record with 45 as of last Tuesday. We are excited to see what the next two years has in store for this athlete!
Ayden Lawrenz takes a tough loss to Helmer if Hillsboro on the backside of the 132 bracket. Congrats on a great season, Ayden!
Colby Lollar takes a tough loss to Nienke of Ellis on the consolation side of the 106 bracket. Congrats on a great season, Colby!
Ayden Lawrenz takes a first round loss against Heady of Erie in 321A State Wrestling. Good luck on the backside, Ayden! Go Railers!
Colby Lollar loses his first match at 321A State against Knox of Goodland. Good luck on the backside, Colby! Go Railers!
Students in Mrs. Weber’s kindergarten class used balancing scales to develop an understanding of heavy and light and to make comparisons. #beingallwecanbe
Fourth graders have been learning about Westward expansion during Social Studies by mapping trails, writing journals, creating timelines, and learning about the gold rush! #beingallwecanbe
HES Families: Reminder to please join us for the HES/PTO Little Sweetheart
Dance from 6:00-7:30 this evening in the HES gym. This event is free of charge, all family members are welcome to attend, and all kids must be accompanied by an adult.
The HMS wrestling team competed at the Council Grove Invitational yesterday with many of them earning medals. Cameron Svitak - 1st Place, John Mancuso - 2nd place, Kwinton Barlow-Makenna - 2nd place, Dalen Armstrong - 3rd place, and Shiann Morrison - 3rd place.
Mrs Koehn’s class made dioramas to show animal habitats. We have been studying animals and how they survive in nature over the last few weeks during reading. #beingallwecanbe
Third graders is Miss Parks’ class are looking at the harmful effects of not brushing your teeth in support of dental health month! They put their labeling skills to use helping identify what is in each jar. After that, the students measured out 8 oz of a specific liquid and put an egg inside. The egg will be observed over the next 5 days to see what happens as a result of leaving a liquid on your “teeth”! Students each write down a hypothesis of which liquid they think will have the most damaging effects. Liquid A- gatorade Liquid B- lemonade Liquid C- orange juice Liquid D- milk Liquid E- water Liquid F- coke Liquid G- sweet tea Liquid H- bang energy drink Fun was had by all and we would love for our community to play along with us! Which liquid do you think will cause the most damage?! We will post the findings of the students' observations in a few days! #beingallwecanbe
Tonight's High School basketball games at Inman have been cancelled due to weather in the Inman area. These games will not be rescheduled.
Games at Inman have been cancelled for tonight.
HHS Games tonight at Inman
4:30 JV Boys and 1/2 JV Girls
6:00 V Girls
7:30 V Boys
Good Luck Railers
The Herington Middle School Scholars Bowl team had a great first tournament in Hope today. The 8th grade went undefeated and took 1st!! And the 7th grade went 3-2 and got 3rd! Great job representing HMS!!
Herington High School is proud to announce that Sarah Biehler was selected to Kansas FCCLA Officer Team as the Officer of Finance and Cooperate relations.
Congratulations to her. Good Luck to her in her year long commitment. She will represent Herington High School well.
MS Wrestling Scramble Today! Meet starts at 4:00pm and will be in the MS Gym. We will have 8th Grade Recognition at 5:15 between rounds! Go Railers!
Sarah Biehler is in Hesston, Kansas today for the FCCLA State Officer interview process. Herington should be very proud of the leadership that our students are given through our CTSO organization. She is among 15 students from around the state interviewing for 7 positions. Please send her positive thoughts. She will find out in the morning if she has made the officer team.
Congratulations to wrestlers Colby Lollar #106 and Ayden Lawrenz #132 for their 4th place finishes at the Council Grove Regional. Colby and Ayden will represent the Railers in Hays, Kansas next Friday and Saturday at the 321A State Wrestling Tournament! Go Railers!
Congratulations to Colby Lollar & Ayden Lawrenz for punching their ticket to the state wrestling tournament in Hays next weekend. They both have one match left wrestling for 3rd place!
JV Girls Tourney
Saturday, February 22
Tournament starts at 9:00
Herington plays at 9 and the third game
HHS Basketball
Saturday, February 22, 2020
vs Northern Heights
2:00 Varsity Girls
3:30 Varsity Boys
HHS Basketball - Senior Night
Friday, February 21, 2020
vs Wabaunsee
4:30 - JV Boys - High School Gym
6:00 - Varsity Girls - High School Gym
6:00 - 1/2 C Boys - Middle School Gym
Parent's Night - Between Varsity Games
7:30 - Varsity Boys - High School Gym
7:30 - 1/2 JV Girls - Middle School Gym
HMS Wrestling at Herington today starting at 4:00. The meet will be held in the middle school gym. Good luck Railers!!!!
FBLA Officers celebrated blue and gold day by wearing their FBLA polos.
Middle school students who sold 5 or more cookie dough tubs in the Fall Fundraiser enjoyed an ice cream sundae party last Friday! We had 34 students sell 5 or more!
HES Families: Students have the option and are encouraged to wear a green or gray shirt in honor of one our student's birthdays on Wednesday, February 19th. This student has been battling some illness for an extended period of time and we will send a recording of the school singing happy birthday to her.
Thursday is the last chance to buy tickets for the girls basketball raffle.
Herington High School games tonight at Solomon
2/18/2020
Main Gym- 6:00 Varsity Girls
7:30 Varsity Boys- Senior Night event for a couple kids between the varsity games.
Second Gym- 5:45 JV Boys
6:45 1/2 C Boys
7:30 or following Varsity Girls is the JV Girls game.
Congratulations to the Herington High School 2019 Volleyball team members who earned KVA Academic Honors.
1st Team Award Winners
Junior Carrie Roe
Sophomores Emma Alt and Megan Mortensen
Honorable Mention Award Winners
Senior Adrina Volkmann
Sophomores Halle Rutschman and Tristyn Kremeier
Senior English students completed a project that required them to mix English with a topic they were passionate about. They completed a research paper and then did a presentation over the topic.
To celebrate FBLA week we would like to feature our local officers.
Monday - Tell your FBLA Story
Tuesday -Dress Your Best
Wednesday - Wear Blue and Gold or your FBLA shirt
Thursday - Appreciation Day
Today was the first Forensics Tournament for HHS at Southeast of Saline HS. They took a great first group!
Those who medaled were:
Logan Diekmann-6th place in Extemp
Madi Becker-3rd place in Impromptu Speaking
Jessica Mascareno & Madi Becker-1st place in I.D.A. (This also qualifies them for state forensics in May)
The team also got a trophy for being Champions!!!
Such a great first tournament!! Coach Hirsch could not be more pleased! Everyone did fantastic today and did HHS proud!
There are still about 20 other students working on pieces to take to tournaments. The team will be a force to be reckoned with this season! Go HHS!!
HHS basketball games at Goessel
2-14-2020
4:30 JV boys - MS Gym
4:30 JV girls - HS Gym
5:45 C boys 1/2 game - MS Gym
6:00 Varsity girls - HS Gym
7:30 Varsity boys - HS Gym
HES Families: Mark you calendars! We have rescheduled the Little Sweethearts Dance for Thursday, February 27th from 6:00-7:30. We have also rescheduled Literacy Night for Friday, March 27th from 6:00-8:00. Both of these are free of charge and we look forward to seeing you there!
Happy Valentines Day from the HHS Yearbook Staff.
HES After School Program Families: Reminder that we will not be having our KRR after school program next week (Feb. 17th-20th) because of parent teacher conferences.
HES Families: We will not have our Little Sweetheart Dance tonight.
Good evening, due to extremely cold temperatures and potentially slick roads, Herington schools will be closed Thursday February 13th.
Parents, This is to notify you that there will be no county spelling bee this afternoon and No K R R after school program or LIFE program for the elementary. There will also be no Middle School Wrestling practice tonight for Unified School District 4 8 7 .
There has been a change to the basketball game schedule for tonight. 4:30pm 1/2 JV Girls, 5:00pm 1/2 JV Boys, 6:00pm Varsity Girls, 7:30pm Varsity Boys. Go Railers!
HHS Varsity Basketball Teams swept Solomon tonight! The Lady Railers defeated Solomon 52-33 and the Railers won 43-42. See you tomorrow night as Herington takes on Rural Vista. JV Girls at 4:30, Varsity Girls and 1/2 JV Boys at 6:00, Varsity Boys at 7:30. Go Railers!
HHS Basketball at Herington
Tuesday, February 11th vs Rural Vista
JV Girls 4:30 - High School Gym
Varsity Girls 6:00 - High School Gym
1/2 JV Boys 6:00 - Middle School Gym
Varsity Boys 7:30 - High School Gym
HHS Basketball at Herington
Monday, February 10th - Make Up Game vs Solomon
JV Boys 4:30 - High School Gym
Varsity Girls 6:00 - High School Gym
1/2 C Boys 6:00 - Middle School Gym
Varsity Boys 7:30 - High School Gym
1/2 JV Girls 7:30 - Middle School Gym
HHS Basketball at Wakefield
2-7-2020
6:00 Varsity Girls
7:30 Varsity Boys
no jv games
HHS will host a Wrestling Meet tonight starting at 5:00pm. This will be the only home meet of the season. Come out and cheer on the Railer Wrestling Team. See you there! Go Railers!
Freshman students work together to create videos depicting scenes from Romeo & Juliet.
8th grade students, you will need to pick up your Krispy Kreme Donut order at the middle school on Saturday, February 8th between 9:30-10:00 AM.
HMS bracket - Wheat State League Tournament at Canton, Thursday, February 6th. Good Luck HMS Railers!
The middle school staff members chose 7th grader, Lucas Vinduska, as the January Student of the Month. Lucas participates in band, basketball, and swim team. Lucas believes he was chosen as student of the month because he has set a goal for himself to be a better student and he works hard daily to reach that goal. He also believes he tries his best to help others as much as he can.
Lucas is the son of Laura and Bob Vinduska.
Congratulations Gabby Carnes and Griffin Lindsey, 2020 Winter Homecoming Queen and King.
Herington USD 487 is accepting applications for a Daily Route Bus Driver. Activity Trips may also be available. The District will help you obtain a CDL License, if you don’t have one. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Larry Mein at 785-258-0415. Applications may be obtained and returned to the Board of Education office, 19 N. Broadway. EOE
Tuesday Feb 4 HS Basketball vs Little River and Homecoming schedule:
JV girls 4:30, varsity girls 6:00
JV boys 6:00, varsity boys 7:30
The crowning ceremony will be at halftime of varsity boys game.
Jameson, Emma, Sarah, Hannah, and Calysta getting ready to perform in the Wheat State League Honor Band being held at McPherson College.
MONDAY, February 3rd:
*Breakfast- WG Breakfast Round, Citrus Salad, Assorted Juice
*Lunch- Country Style Steak, WW Roll & Jelly, Mashed Potatoes & Country Gravy, Fresh Broccoli Florets, Fresh Orange, Canned Fruit Choice.
TUESDAY, February 4th:
*Breakfast- WG Banana Bread, Mandarin Oranges, Fruit Cocktail
*Lunch- Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Green Peas, Green Bell Pepper Strips, Fresh Banana, Canned Fruit Choice
WEDNESDAY, February 5th:
*Breakfast- WG Pancakes, Sausage Links, Fresh Pineapple, Assorted Juice
*Lunch- WG Stuffed Crust Cheese Pizza, Tossed Salad, Red Bell Pepper Strips, Celery Sticks (9-12), Pineapple Chunks, Canned Fruit Choice
THURSDAY, February 6th:
*Breakfast- WG Sausage Breakfast Pizza, Sliced Pears, Fresh Oranges
*Lunch- Cheese Enchilada, Shredded Romaine Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Seasoned Corn, Fresh Apple Half, Canned Fruit Choice
FRIDAY, February 7th:
*Breakfast- WG Cinnamon Roll Mini, Tropical Fruit, Assorted Juice
*Lunch- Breaded Chicken Patty, Whole Wheat Roll w/Honey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Steamed Broccoli, Apricot Halves, Canned Fruit Choice
HES Families: Please mark your calendars and join us for the CORRECTED following dates:
- All School Assembly on Friday, February 7th @ 3:00 in the HES Gym (rescheduled from 1/31)
- HES/PTO Little Sweetheart Dance on Thursday, February 13th @ 6:00 in the HES Cafe/Gym (free of charge)
- We are working on rescheduling our literacy night for some time this spring and will communicate that date out ASAP!
NHS members spent part of Saturday morning helping Herington residents recycle at the traveling trailer.
HMS Games 2-3-2020
At Herington vs Rural Vista
4:30
B-Team Boys - MS Gym
B-Team Girls - HS Gym
5:30
C-Team Boys - MS Gym
A-Team Girls - HS Gym
6:30
½ C-Team Girls - MS Gym
A-Team Boys - HS Gym
HHS will not being playing in the JV tourney at Goessel Saturday.
HMS will not be attending the C Team Tourney at Goessel on Saturday.
Good evening. Herington schools will be closed on Friday January 31st due to higher than average student and staff illness. Homecoming activities will be rescheduled to February 4th. The homecoming dance will take place on February 8th. Northern Heights Basketball make-up game to be determined.
Second graders celebrated the 100th Day of School on Tuesday. They participated in various 100th Day activities in math and reading, made cool glasses and crowns, and had a yummy snack. #beingallwecanbe
February Breakfast/Lunch Menu
Herington High School January Student of the Month
Carrie Roe
Carrie Roe is the daughter of Tammie and Kenny Roe.
Carrie believes she was chosen because she is “hard working, a determined student with big goals for myself. I maintain a 4.0 GPA wile still being involved in multiple extracurricular activities that have allowed me to get out of my comfort zone and grow as a person. I always strive to be the best person I can be to act as a role model and leader to younger students at Herington.”
Carrie is a Junior who involves herself in volleyball, basketball, track, FBLA, FFA, Student Council, NHS, Scholar’s Bowl, Forensics, and is currently her Class President.
When asked, Mrs. Beye said, “Carrie has developed into an exceptional leader over the past year. She has worked hard to change her way of thinking and realizes the importance of being a positive leader in her school, community and state. I am very proud of her accomplishments and look forward to what is to come for her in the future.”
CONGRATULATIONS CARRIE!
Tonight we will recognize 8th Grade Cheerleaders and Basketball players after the A-Team Girls game, approximately 6:15pm. Go Railers!
January 30th MS Basketball vs Centre
8th Grade Recognition will take place between the A Girls game and the A Boys game, approximately at 6:15. Parents/Guardians will escort their 8th grade basketball team member during the recognition ceremony. See you there! Go Railers!
Middle School Gym High School Gym
B-Team Girls 4:30 B-Team Boys
C-Team Boys 5:30 A-Team Girls
C-Team Girls 6:30 A-Team Boys
Correction to the previous post about the HMS games tomorrow night. B Team Boys will play in the high school gym and B Team Girls in the middle school gym.
HMS Games at Herington, Thursday, January 30th against Centre.
4:30 B Team Boys - MS Gym
4:30 B Team Girls - MS Gym
5:30 C Team Boys - MS Gym
5:30 A Team Girls - HS Gym
8th Grade Recognition: We will recognize our 8th graders before the A-Team boys game.
6:30 C Team Girls - MS Gym
6:30 A Team Boys - HS Gym
Herington USD 487 is looking for food service substitutes. If interested please contact Stephanie Stover at 785-258-2261 or email sstover@usd487.org.
HES Families - We are excited to announce that our school is participating in the SchoolMall program. Your student received an envelope with the words Parents Please Help Us across the top. Please take 10 minutes to complete the materials in the envelope and return them to school by Friday, January 31st. That is all you have to do for your student to earn a prize and our school to earn money. Thanks so much for your support and please call the office if you have any questions.
HES Families,
We are very excited about our local athletic teams this week! It’s homecoming at HHS and the Chiefs are in the Super Bowl. Please feel free to participate in the following spirit days if you would like:
"Winning Wednesday" - Kansas City Chiefs Gear
"Tailgate Thursday" - Hats and Sunglasses
"Maroon & Orange or Red Friday" - Railers or Chiefs Gear
Good luck Railers and Chiefs!
Congratulations to Rhonda Levens for receiving the USD 487 Educator of the year award. She teaches art and graphic design for grades 6-12. Rhonda came to Herington after teaching in Syracuse for 19 years.
Congratulations to Kyla Haws for receiving the honor of Young Citizen of the Year. Kyla is a senior at Herington High School.
The MS cheerleaders had a team unity activity on Saturday at the bowling ally.
Congratulations to Dr. Nick Morgan, HES principal! He was named Citizen of the Year at the annual Tri-County Area Chamber of Commerce Banquet tonight.
Good job HMS!! Both girls and boys beat Wakefield. Girls won 38 - 21 and Boys won 36 - 23.
Middle School students and staff dressed up in their pajamas to kick off Winter Homecoming Spirit Week!
Just a reminder Monday kicks off the Middle School’s Winter Homecoming spirit week! Students are encouraged to wear their pajamas to school! Remember all outfits during spirit week need to be school appropriate!
Both Railers teams will play in the 5th place games tomorrow after victories tonight. The girls will play at 2:00pm vs Elyria and the boys will play at 3:30 vs Rural Vista. Go Railers!
Our Railer Basketball teams will compete in the Centre Tournament tonight! Girls will play Solomon at 7:00pm and the Boys will compete against Marion at 8:30pm. See you there!
Third grade students in Mrs. Floyd's and Mrs. Knopp's MTSS group build Wilbur's pig pen. This STEAM activity goes along with the reading of Charlotte's Web. #beingallwecanbe
HES students made bread today during a bread-in-the-bag activity. A big thank to the Dickinson County Extension Service and all the parent and community volunteers who made this activity possible. #beingallwecanbe
Junior High Games at Little River
Thursday, January 23rd
Little River Gymnasium, 430 Waverly Street
Start Time 4:00 pm
1/2 JV G, 1/2 JV B, V G, V B
The Herington Middle School Spelling Bee will take place today in the MS Gym starting at 1:00 pm.
Railer Basketball will be at the Centre Classic tonight! The girls will take on Marion at 4:00 and the boys play Peabody-Burns at 5:30. Go Railers!
Changes to the Menu
Tuesday:
•Fiestada Pizza
•Baby Carrots
•Fresh Broccoli Florets
•Fresh Grapes
•Canned Fruit Choice
Wednesday:
•Cheeseburger in WG Bun
•Dk Green Leaf Lettuce
•Tomato Slices
•Oven Fries
•Red Bell Pepper Strips
•Fresh Orange
•Canned Fruit Choice
Thursday:
•Salisbury Steak
•Whole Wheat Roll w/Jelly
•Mashed Potatoes w/brown gravy
•Green Beans
•Applesauce
•Canned Fruit Choice
Friday:
•Baked Chicken Drumstick
• Biscuit w/honey
•Fresh Broccoli Florets
•Fresh Grape Tomatoes
•Pineapple Chunks
•Canned Fruit Choice
Reminder that tomorrow Herington FBLA will be hosting the District III contest. If you are participating in the contest please be at the school by 8:00 am. Bring a pencil, calculator and be in dress clothes. Boys button down shirts and ties. Workers can report to the high school gym area at 8:15. Thank you to all who have volunteered their time to help.
Due to the ice day on Friday, MS STUCO will still accept sweatshirt orders until Wednesday morning. Order forms need to be turned into one of the school offices!
The Railer Wrestling team had a great day at the Halstead Invitational. The results are as follows:
Colby Lollar 2nd #106
Trenton Braucher 6th #120
Ayden Lawrenz 5th #132
Junior Mathews 1st #220
Junior Matthews was also voted as Outstanding Wrestler for the tournament! Great job!
HHS Girls' basketball team are raffling a $200 gift certificate to First Choice Meats in Herington.
$1 per ticket or 6 for $5
Drawing will be held at halftime of the boys' game February 21st.
You do not need to be present to win.
Contact one of the players or Robyn at the Board Office for tickets.
8th Grade Recognition Pictures
· Sunday, January 19th at 1:30 PM at the Middle School
o Enter through the main middle school doors
· Bring White uniform (boys-Mrs. Becker will have yours)
o Basketball Shoes
o Shooting Shirt
· Managers
o Wear jeans and your team shirt
· Should be over no later than 2:30 PM
· If you need a ride or have questions, call Ms. Hawkins 989-225-7361
Railers sweep Peabody tonight! Girls win 57-32 and the Boys prevail 59-45!
HHS Wrestlers will be at the Halstead Invitational. Matches will start Saturday at 9:00am.
We will play the basketball games at Peabody tonight. The bus will leave at 2:30 from the High School parking lot. There will be no JV Girls game.
4:30pm JV Boys
6:00pm V Girls
7:30pm V Boys
The HES Literacy Night scheduled for today has been postponed due to weather conditions.
Good morning. Herington schools will be closed today. Friday January 17th. Due to weather.
Miss Scarff was the assistant principal at HES this morning! Miss Scarff was able to do this because of positive behavior following our Railway expectations. #beingallwecanbe
Reminder to HES Parents. The Literacy Fun Night is Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Herington Elementary School. There are lots of fun activities planned including a visit from Mrs. Susan, basic First Aid with EMTs, classroom escape room, building a wind turbine, cake walks and more. It's not too late to join the fun. Registrations can be turned in this week or at the event. Hope to see you there! Registration Link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rsIM7jzclZ9FFhDtZp599by9R59K8DRBIZcwGpM-Ugk/edit?usp=sharing
Third grade students in Mrs. Kroupa’s MTSS group work together to sort words by their vowel sounds on the interactive board! #beingallwecanbe
HMS Basketball Thursday, January 16th at Herington
4:30 B boys - MS Gym
4:30 B girls - HS Gym
5:30 C-Team Boys - MS Gym
5:30 A-Team Girls - HS Gym
6:30 C-Team Girls - MS Gym
6:30 A-Team Boys - HS Gym
Mrs. Weber’s class had a picnic where the students worked together to practice counting and adding the items needed for their picnic! #beingallwecanbe
HHS Basketball at home Tuesday, January 14th against Centre.
High School Gym
JV Boys 4:30
Varsity Girls 6:00
Varsity Boys 7:30
Middle School Student Council will be selling Railer sweatshirts this week. Below is a picture of the order form that describes the color of the sweatshirt, a picture of the design, along with the colors of the design. The cost of each sweatshirt is $20.00 plus additional costs for sizes bigger than XL. Order forms and money are due to any of the three offices by Friday, January 17th. Middle School students will be given a sweatshirt for free from their cookie dough fundraiser. Any questions, please contact Ms. Hawkins at the Middle School.
Miss Alexander was the HES assistant principal this morning! Miss Alexander was able to do this because of her positive behavior following our Railway expectations. #beingallwecanbe
Third grade students in Miss Parks’ class has been working hard and learning about the Arctic in science and are integrating their learnings about the region into a writing activity identifying if they would or would not like to take a vacation to this Arctic! #beingallwecanbe
Good morning, Herington schools will have a 2 hour delay and all preschool classes are cancelled today.
The Charles McMillan Wrestling Invitational at Herington High has been cancelled for tomorrow, January 11th.
Good morning, due to weather conditions school will be dismissed at 1 p.m. today. Please stay safe throughout this weather event.
The HHS basketball games with Solomon for tonight have been postponed. We are working on rescheduling at a later date.
JH at Home tonight against Wakefield
B-Team Girls 4:30 in the Middle School Gym
B-Team Boys 5:30 in the Middle School Gym
A-Team Girls 5:30 in the High School Gym
A-Team Boys 6:30 in the High School Gym
Railer Basketball gets a split at Elyria. Girls win 46-30 and the Boys fall short 23-41. Next action for the Railers is Friday at home vs Solomon.
Game schedule for tonight's High School Basketball Games at Elyria Christian High School.
Schedule for the night:
4:00 JV Girls (4 - 6 min quarters)
5:00 JV Boys (4 - 6 min quarters)
6:00 Varsity Girls
7:30 Varsity Boys
Friday's HS Basketball games vs Solomon will be held at Herington High School. Games start at 4:00 pm. Go Railers!
Order of Play:
High School Gym Elementary School Gym
JV Boys 4:00
Varsity Girls 5:30 C Boys
Varsity Boys 7:00 ½ JV Girls
The Junior Railers drop two hard fought games to Centre tonight. The boys lose 30-31 and the girls come out on the short end 18-23. Both teams fought hard. Next action is for the Railes is Thursday at Herington vs Wakefield.
HES Families: Happy new year! We continue to have amazing things going on Herington Elementary School. On January 17th from 6:00-8:00 we will be having this year’s Literacy Night where we will be learning about inventions and entrepreneurs. Please be on the look out for our registration form coming home soon about this big event. We really hope to see you there!
Later this month, on January 23rd, the staff members will be having their monthly data analysis meetings. During this time, the students in each grave level will be working with the DK County Extension Agency and Mrs. Hanschu to make bread and butter for the upcoming Kansas Day (Jan. 29th). In order to make this successful, the Extension Agency has requested parent volunteers to help out each grade level. Here are the times each grade will be doing this:
Kindergarten/First Grade - 8:30-10:30
Second Grade/Third Grade - 1:30-3:30
Fourth Grade/Fifth Grade - 10:30-12:00, 1:00-1:30
Please let us know ASAP if you can help out by calling 785-258-3234 or e-mailing nmorgan@usd487.org. #beingallwecanbe
January Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Carrie Roe, Megan Mortensen and Adviser, Lisa Beye are spending the day at FBLA State Officer Interviews at Eudora High School. Megan is running for District III Vice President and Carrie is running for State FBLA President. Best of luck in this process.
JR. HIGH BASKETBALL ON MONDAY, JANUARY 6th -
The Jr. High basketball games will be at Centre. Games are scheduled as follows:
● A Girls Game (Main Gym) 5:00 PM
● B Boys Game (New Gym) 5:00 PM
● A Boys Game (Main Gym) 6:00 PM
● B Girls Game (New Gym) 6:00 PM
● C Girls Game (Main Gym) 7:00 PM Full C
● C Boys Game (New Gym) 7:00 PM Full C
Congratulations to Jr. Matthews for making the Kansas Wrestling Coaches Association’s weekly 321a Wrestling Rankings at #6 for 220!
The Railers wrestled well at St. Mary’s tonight. The results are as follows:
Ayden Lawrenz 3-0
Clint Haws 1-2
Jr Matthews 3-0
The middle school staff members chose 7th grader, Leslyn Kremeier, as the December Student of the Month. Leslyn participates in band, volleyball, basketball, track, and travel volleyball. Leslyn feels that she was chosen as the student of the month because she follows the Railway expectations, does her best in the classroom and in sports. She turns in her work on time and is always willing to help others in the classroom.
Leslyn is the daughter of Chris and Christine Kremeier.
Railers MS Basketball drop games to Goessel. Girls lose 23-39 and the boys drop a close one 28-31.
Friday, Dec. 20th
High School Basketball at Canton-Galva.
4:30 Boys JV HS Gym
6:00 Girls Varsity HS Gym ½ C-Team Boys JH Gym
7:30 Boys Varsity HS Gym
GO RAILERS!
High School December Student of the Month
Megan Mortensen is the daughter of Amy and Jeff Mortensen.
Megan believes she was chosen because “I am always working hard in everything I do, and try to stay focused and on task as much as I can. I strive to encourage others to be the best they can in everything they do.”
Megan is a sophomore at Herington, who involves herself in: Volleyball, Basketball, Track, FBLA, Scholars Bowl, Drama Club, and Band.
Mrs. Beye believes “Megan was chosen for Student of the Month because she works hard in the classroom and is always willing to go above and beyond to help where needed. She is very self motivated and will get tasks done on her own without being told. Megan has a very friendly and honest personality that will get her far. She is very deserving of this honor.”
Tonight is the 6-12 Band and Vocal Concert at the High School gym starting at 7:00 pm.
January Breakfast and Lunch Menu
MS Games at Goessel, Thursday, December 19
4:30 B girls in JH Gym; B boys in HS Gym
5:30 A girls in JH Gym; C boys in HS Gym
6:30 A boys in JH Gym; 1/2 C girls in HS Gym
The Middle School Basketball games scheduled at Bennington today have been postponed. We are looking at dates in January to reschedule the games. Go Railers!
Good evening, there will be no school tomorrow for USD 487 students due to inclement weather. Please stay safe and warm.
High school girls basketball coaches rockin the season!
Today's Basketball Tournament Schedule! Railer Boys will play at 2:00pm and the Railer Girls will play at 3;30pm.
HMS Basketball at Bennington Monday, December 16th
5:00 Boys B
6:00 Girls A and Boys C
7:00 Boys A and Girls B
After Prom Potatoe Bar
Mr. Lingenfelser's 8th Grade class came up with board games they designed to learn early US History (1800-1815).
Congratulations to the wrestlers last night at Chase County!
Results from 4th Annual Bulldog Jamboree
JR Matthews 220 3-0
Easton Idleman 160 3-0
Clint Haas 138 1-2
Ayden Lawrenz 132. 1-1
Ridley Swader 126 1-1
Colby Lollar 113. 1-2
JH basketball at White City tonight vs Rural Vista.
B Girls @ 4
B Boys @ 5
A Girls @ 6
A Boys @ 7
Mrs. Beye’s Business Essentials class went through the first round of job interviews this morning. Students chose a job of interest and completed the paperwork, resume and cover letter to apply for that job. Thank you to Susan Mueller, Deb Geissert and Bret Beye for your help this morning. The rest of the class will interview tomorrow.
The Ag Department was awarded a grant that allowed them to purchase this tower garden. It is a fully automated hydroponic system that the students are using to grow lettuce and basil. After the holidays we plan to start tomatoes in the system as well!
Herington Apollo Redesign team completes an activity during a monthly meeting with other school districts going through redesign. This team is working hard to improve and enhance the education of your child!
Thank you to Orange Express and Mrs. Mein for helping order the new canvas prints for the front entrance of the gym. We will continue to add to the collection in the near future. It looks great!!
Herington High School FBLA/Business students spent the morning at Emporia State University learning about careers in business.
NHS students took over 700 items to the local FRE after a class competition food drive. The winning class (Juniors) collected over 250 items. Thanks to all who participated!
Roger Walls from the Abilene Masonic Lodge came to HHS this morning. He announced the winner of the essay contest that juniors entered. Hannah Pohlman was chosen. Her essay has advanced to the state level. Winners at that level will be announced in March.
Herington High School
Preseason Basketball Tourney
December 10-14
Mrs. Meyer's math MTSS group practices addition and subtraction by playing war with cards. #beingallwecanbe
Second graders have been learning about graphing. One activity was to create three graphs using data they gathered from a bag of M&Ms. #beingallwecanbe
Second graders explore magnets as part of a reading lesson about the earth's forces. Students had to find different objects in the room, predict whether or not they would stick to a magnet, and test their predictions. #beingallwecanbe
Order of events for tonight’s high school basketball games at Herington vs Peabody
4:30 JV girls in high school gym
6:00 Varsity girls in high school gym and JV boys in elementary gym
7:30 Varsity boys
GO RAILERS!!
HHS FCCLA students have started leading line dancing activities at the elementary school on Tuesday mornings. This week was "Going On A Bear Hunt" yoga. This is a great way to help students get their wiggles out before school starts. #beingallwecanbe
Fifth graders learned about the history of the Macy’s Parade and used boxes to create balloons. They held a parade for parents and HES students before Thanksgiving Break. #beingallwecanbe
Girls Middle School Railer Basketball played well and earned two wins with the A-Team out scoring Canton-Galva 35-28. The boys C, B, and A teams lost to a very talented Canton-Galva team.
Current junior girls interested in participating in Girls State this summer, please see the attached flyer.
Preschool students enjoyed preparing and eating a Thanksgiving Feast on Nov. 26. #beingallwecanbe
Middle school staff and students collected 539 non-perishable food items over the month of November that were delivered to the local food pantry! The students needed to collect at least 500 items to earn a chill out day on Friday, December 20th! This event was organized by the MS student council.
High School November Student of the Month - Craig Rutschman
Craig Rutschman, is the son of Kara and Kevin Rutschman, and has been awarded November Student of the Month.
Craig was asked why he felt he was chosen and he said, “I believe I was chosen for my involvement in classes and the conversations I build and fuel inside the classroom. I bring passion in the classroom on topics that interest me by putting my opinions out to strike a conversation. I feel I could be friends with everybody in the school with my open connections with others. I would like to give thanks to the staff for choosing me to be November Student of the Month.”
Craig is a junior who’s involved in Cross Country, Basketball, FBLA, FCCLA, and Drama Club
Mr. Hirsch believes Craig was chosen because,” he has been coming out of his shell even more! He has been trying new things and still working hard in classes. Craig in the play shocked and amazed everyone that came. He was the perfect Seymour Krelborn in “Little Shop of Horrors”. It was great getting to work with him on his acting and singing. I can’t wait to see what Craig does next!”
Reminder that tonight’s middle school games are at Canton Galva.
MS Basketball Dec. 5th
Herington @ Canton-Galva
Games are at Canton
Order of Games:
4:00 girls B JH Gym 6:00 girls A HS Gym
5:00 boys B JH Gym 7:00 boys A HS Gym
6:00 boys ½ C JH Gym
Admission: $5.00 for adults
$3.00 for students
Wheat State League passes are accepted
The middle school staff members chose 7th grader, Adrian Harrison, as the November Student of the Month.
Adrian participates in band, volleyball, basketball, track and Herington Hearts. Adrian believes she was chosen as the student of the month for her leadership, hard work, and respect towards others in the classroom, sports field, church, and community. Adrian also feels that she tries her hardest in class to follow the rules, completes her assignments, and demonstrates exciting energy in the classroom.
Adrian is the daughter of Chardy and Tony Magnett and Ryan and Stephanie Harrison.
MS Basketball Dec. 5th
Herington @ Canton-Galva
Games are at Canton
Order of Games:
4:00 girls B JH Gym 6:00 girls A HS Gym
5:00 boys B JH Gym 7:00 boys A HS Gym
6:00 boys ½ C JH Gym
Admission: $5.00 for adults
$3.00 for students
Wheat State League passes are accepted
Due to a scheduling error, Thursdays middle school basketball games are being held a Canton instead of the Herington. Schedule is posted on facebook and the Herington Schools website. Thank you.
HHS is competing in a food drive for the local FRE. Our goal is 500 items by December 6. All non-perishable items need to go to Ms. Clark's room to be counted!
Reminder that senior fundraiser packets and money is due today.
December Calendar
Breakfast and Lunch Menu for December
2019-2020 Yearbooks are now for SALE!
Forms were sent home today with students to begin buying your 2019-2020 yearbook. The barcode at the bottom of the page will take you to a link to purchase the book online, or use the website on the form to order online, or you can send the form and payment back to school with your student. They are discounted from now until December 31. Buy early to save money!
Extra order forms will also be available in the school offices.
HES is a special place with a wonderful staff that does a great job of creating a warm and welcoming environment for our students, families, and community members! #beingallwecanbe
HES is a special place with a wonderful staff that does a great job of creating a warm and welcoming environment for our students, families, and community members! #beingallwecanbe #BeKindHES
HES is a special place with a wonderful staff that does a great job of creating a warm and welcoming environment for our students, families, and community members! #beingallwecanbe
HES is a special place with a wonderful staff that does a great job of creating a warm and welcoming environment for our students, families, and community members! #beingallwecanbe
Monday HMS Basketball at Solomon
High School Gym
5:00 – Girls C Team Game
6:00 – Girls A Team Game
7:00 – Boys A Team Game
Middle School Gym
5:00 – Boys B Team Game
6:00 – Boys C Team Game
7:00 – Girls B Team Game
Mrs Schneider's class is studying early Native Americans. While studying life on the plains the students made a life journal using symbols that represented an event for each year of their life. This activity coincides with the Lakota tribe and the annual Winter Count Calendars that they created. #beingallwecanbe
A reminder that orders for Railer boys basketball clothing are due today. Checks can be made out to Herington High School. Please note that polo shirts available, but they are not pictured.
HES Families: Friendly reminder that we are celebrating our Hoops for Herington Hearts fundraiser tomorrow, November 22nd. Families are invited to participate in basketball activities during P.E. time as well as attend our all school assembly at 3:00.
HHS Play - Little Shop of Horrors
Friday and Saturday Evening at 7:00 pm
Hilltop Community Center
Tickets can be purchased at the door
HMS Basketball Games at Herington
Thursday, November 21, 2019
Games played in the High School Gym
5:00½ B-Team Boys
6:00A-Team Girls
7:00A-Team Boys
MS STUCO members purchased, cooked and served the meal for the Herington Hearts Monday dinner!
Get your Railer boys basketball gear. Orders are due this Friday 11-22 and checks can be made out to Herington High School. Thank you for your support.
Congratulations to Carrie Roe for being selected to the KVA All State Team for the 2nd year in a row. We are proud of you Carrie.
Herington High School’s FBLA officers are spending the weekend in Denver, Co at the National Fall Leadership Conference.
HES Families: Please join us TONIGHT for our PTO sponsored BINGO night in the HES cafe. We will serve a light hot dog meal from 5:30-6:00 (while supplies last) and BINGO will begin at 6:00. BINGO cards can be purchased for $1 a piece and proceeds will go to the HES PTO. Come out for some fun and a chance to win some great prizes!
Another friendly reminder to please turn in all Hoops for Herington Hearts fundraiser packets to your classroom teacher tomorrow (11/15/19)!
Herington's High School Choir performed in the Wheat State League Choral Festival, held at Central Christian College in McPherson.
Fall Activities Banquet and Pancake Feed
Tonight at the community building is the fall activities banquet and pancake feed. Pancake feed will begin at 5:30 followed by the high school fall awards at 7:00. See you there.
Herington Schools would like to thank all Veterans for their service to this great country today for Veterans Day.
The High School Student Council created a unique opportunity for the high school students this morning. Instead of having a normal assembly where students get talked at, students were able to be talked with by Veterans.
There were 11 veterans who were set up at tables. Students were free to move around the gym to learn about our community veterans and their lives.
Students gave very high compliments on the event being very personal and most wished there was more time. The veterans were pleased with how respectful the students were when listening.
This was a great opportunity for students to connect with community members and to learn communication skills. STUCO would like to thank all Veterans who came out today. They will be doing something like this again next year because of the success of this year!
Attention Senior Parents: senior yearbook ads are due next week. Forms were sent home with the students however, there are extra in the office if needed. All information is also in the pictures below.
Fourth grade students took part in a game of scooter hockey. There is no doubt the students are enjoying all the new games and activities they are learning in PE this year! #beingallwecanbe
Mrs. Beames’ fifth grade students worked together using their knowledge of the rock cycle and the three types of rocks to break out of their own version of an escape room! #beingallwecanbe
The powder puff football and iron man volleyball games have been moved to this Saturday (11/9) from 6-8p.m. We will do volleyball first in the elementary gym.
HES Families: We hope that you will continue to collect the Box Tops for Education! The funds generated from these are extremely beneficial for the HES PTO group. Recently, Box Tops for Education has transitioned to a digital platform. Please download the Box Tops for Education application, scan your receipts, and earn cash for HES! See the attached image for more details.
HES Families: Please join us for our PTO sponsored BINGO night in the HES cafe on Thursday, November 14th. We will serve a light hot dog meal from 5:30-6:00 (while supplies last) and BINGO will begin at 6:00. BINGO cards can be purchased for $1 a piece and proceeds will go to the HES PTO. Come out for some fun and a chance to win some great prizes!
October Middle School Student of the Month
The middle school staff members chose 7th grader, Mason Mortensen, as the October Student of the Month. Mason participates in band, football, basketball, track, baseball, and swim team. Mason believes that he was chosen as the student of the month because even though he is a quiet student in class, he works hard to help others and gets his work done. Mason also feels that he is respectful to his teachers and coaches.
Mason is the son of Amy and Jeff Mortensen.
October Student High School Student of the Month
Sarah Biehler is the daughter of Donalyn and Troy Biehler.
Sarah thinks that she was selected because of her hard work, and the drive to stay involved. She always does her best to set a good example for people around her, and stay focused on the goals she sets for herself.
As a Junior, Sarah has been involved in FCCLA, FBLA, NHS, STUCO, Cheer, Drama Club, and is currently her class secretary.
When asked, Mrs. Gonzolas said, “I feel Sarah is a great pick for Student of the Month because of her successes in and out of the classroom. In my class she is always a leader the other students can rely on for assistance. Out of the classroom, Sarah involves herself in many organizations showing her desire to be active in school and in the community."
Congratulations, Sarah! You deserve this honor.
Lawson Mueller and Gene Hanson were honored this evening during the Kansas Honor Scholars Banquet at Salina Central High School. Congratulations!!
Middle School Awards Assembly will be held today at 2:30 in the Middle School Gym.
Congratulations to HHS volleyball team and coach for their All League Honors. Carrie Roe and Tristyn Kremeier All League 1st team, Halle Rutchman All League Honorable Mention and Lisa Beye WSL Coach of the Year.
Members of the HES special education staff, aka The Incredibles!
Fourth graders explored Dio De Los Muertos, Day of the Dead, and the Mexican holiday and culture at the end of October. Students read about the holiday, enjoyed making calavera masks, ate treats, and watched the video Coco. #beingallwecanbe
Students in the afternoon preschool class had fun learning about pumpkins by participating in numerous hands-on activities including weighing, measuring, feeling, and checking to see if it floated. #beingallwecanbe
Students in the morning preschool class had fun learning about pumpkins by participating in numerous hands-on activities including weighing, measuring, counting seeds, and designing and carving a pumpkin face. #beingallwecanbe
Reminder to CTSO members to turn in your fundraising packets tomorrow!!
HES Families: We are starting our Hoops for Herington Hearts fundraiser and will continue this through November 15th. We are inviting parents/families to come shoot hoops and participate in other basketball related activities on 11/22 (more info to come). Please help out our local community and achieve our goal of raising more money for this organization than we did last year! #beingallwecanbe
Congratulations to Davanne who got a new personal record @ State and broke her school record 22:30
The MS STUCO sponsored a pink out day! We had many students dress in their best pink attire! 8th grader John Mancuso won the contest with over 250 items!!!
Best of luck to Davanne Schaffer at the State Cross Country meet in Wamego Saturday morning. Herington Schools are very proud of your accomplishments!!!
Fourth grade students partnered up to research facts about an animal of their choosing. They created presentations through Google to create a “newscast” to share with their classmates. The students demonstrated great insight and lots of interesting tidbits of information about their animals! #beingallwecanbe
Last chance to order a dig pink shirt. If you are interested call Jen Duenas in the high school office. Shirts are $15. We will order tomorrow morning. So contact her today if you are interested.
Third graders had an excellent experience at the Eisenhower museum in Abilene, KS. on Oct. 25. They learned amazing facts all day long, and got to have a scavenger hunt of the whole campus at the end! Fun was had by everyone who attended.
We would also like to give a special shoutout to the parents who volunteered their time to supervise a group. Without them this day would not of been possible! #beingallwecanbe
The MS STUCO and HS CTSO groups held 2 different Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraisers during the month of October. $170.00 will be donated to the Elsie Brooks foundation of Abilene to help those fighting this awful disease!
November Calendar
November Lunch/Breakfast Menu
School Play November 22nd and 23rd.
The HES Book Fair is now in progress. Please stop by sometime this week to find some great books. We will be open until 7:45 tonight; 8:15 a.m.-7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, 8:15 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on Wednesday; and 8:15-Noon on Thursday. We look forward to seeing you.
Fifth graders worked on their math skills as they explored the ins and outs of a pumpkin. #beingallwecanbe
🏉🎃 Railer Football will travel to Valley Falls to take on the Dragons Thursday, October 31st at 7:00pm. Go Railers!
Parents - Herington Schools are currently seeking your input about our schools' strengths and areas to consider for improvements. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey found at the following link: https://forms.gle/2KtMJVHy8Xt4Np6YA
Mrs. Stika's 8th grade students use puzzles to prove the Pythagorean Theorem
Mrs. Stika's 6th grade students work together to solve problems involving ratios, equivalent fractions, and unit rates
HES Families: Friendly reminder that students are welcome to dress according to our theme associated with celebrating Red Ribbon Week!
Monday - #beingallwecanbe (wear camouflage)
Tuesday - "red"-y to live a drug free live (wear red clothing)
Wednesday - I'm dreaming of a drug free life (wear pajamas)
Thursday - drugs are scary (wear fall colors: purple, orange, black, etc; bring costume for parade)
We invite anyone to view the costume parade at 12:15 in the HES gym on Thursday, Oct. 31st. Please contact the office if you need a costume, the revised lunch schedule times, and costume guidelines.
Lady Rails Volleyball win their first match of sub-state defeating Republic County 20-25, 25-11, 25-13. Will play the winner of the Bennington Canton-Galva match around 7pm.
Herington has a state qualifier for cross country!!!! Congratulations Davanne.
Ms.Burton's 8th graders are learning about soils and today they did ribbon tests to determine soil textures. They had a good time getting their hands dirty to learn!
HES fourth and fifth grade students began their whiffle ball World Series this morning in P.E. class. Lots of teamwork, late game heroics, and enjoyment from the Railers! #beingallwecanbe
A few HES students have some fun learning and practicing vowel sounds during MTSS today! #beingallwecanbe
Tonight at 6:00 the HHS volleyball team will be featured as a news story on KWCH.
Good Luck to the HHS football team as they travel to Canton Galva tonight. Game time 7:00 pm.
GO RAILERS!!
GOOD LUCK at REGIONAL CROSS COUNTRY HHS!!
Last Thursday was League yesterday we got medals from our league. It turns out that Koy and Craig both medaled and Trenton was one place away from medaling!! Davanne got a second medal for 3rd place in our league, 8th place overall. Awesome Job!!!
Saturday regionals are at Waubunsee KS. They will run at 10:00 and 10:45 at Waubunsee High School. The races will actually end on the track.
Coach Greenlee stated, "I am so proud of these kids!! This may be the last meet of the year but State isn't out of the question if we have a few or all run their best times."
Lets GO, Railers!
Family Games deepen engagement, create more family cohesion, and give families an opportunity to use their emotional intelligence skills. Family Games has been a great way to bring families closer together during the LIFE family engagement sessions on Monday evenings. #beingallwecanbe
Congrats to the HHS Scholars Bowl team on their 1st place finish at Elyria Christian today. Great job!!
No Afterschool or LIFE programs next week.
Saturday, October 26th, Sub State Bracket. Best of Luck Lady Railers!!
Mrs. Schneider’s fifth grade class learned about different explorers and then worked with a partner to create a ship that floats! #beingallwecanbe
Cookie Dough is here and needs to be picked up by 4. Thanks.
Come support the Lady Railers on their home court tonight at 5:00 and 7:00. Last home match is the season.
HMS wins 25-20. League Tournament Champions!!
HMS volleyball wins the first set of the championship match 25-15.
Thank you to the Herington community and the students of USD 487 for all their assistance and cooperation with this most recent investigation. Your tips and information led to the identification of the person responsible for the school threat. This person has been placed in police custody. Our commitment to student safety is strengthened when we all work together.
Good Luck to the HMS Volleyball Team at League Tournament today.
After extensive investigation, the school threat from Friday has not been found credible. Due to the level of anxiety created by this situation, HPD will be on campus to provide increased security. School counselors will also be available for students.
Herington Lady Railers featured on Sports in Kansas Instagram Page.
Your Wheat State League Tournament Champions! They defeated Canton-Galva 25-11, 25-17 Rural Vista 25-21, 25-20 and Goessel 26-24, 25-12 in their last three games.
Railer Nation could not be more proud of these girls and coaches!
Your Wheat State League Tournament Champions! They defeated Canton-Galva 25-11, 25-17 Rural Vista 25-21, 25-20 and Goessel 26-24, 25-12 in their last three games.
Railer Nation could not be more proud of these girls and coaches!
Lady Rails are taking care of business at the WSL tournament defeating Elyria Christian 25-11, 25-18 and Little River 25-19, 22-25, 25-20. Next games are at 12:00 and 2:00. Go Railers!
To all USD 487 parents, a general school threat was discovered, written on a picnic table, after last night's football game. Herington PD and USD 487 are actively investigating this anonymous threat. We understand this can cause a lot of emotional responses, but want to assure everyone there is no immediate danger. USD 487 staff will continue to work hard to ensure that students are safe at school. Our goal is to be transparent and forthcoming about any safety issues.
Railer Football will host Bennington for Senior Night tonight at 7:00pm. Senior Night Ceremonies for Kayland Alexander, Brody Brown, Holden Coffman, Jacob Howe, Colton Steger, and Kody White will begin at 6:45. See you there! Go Railers
The Herington Schools faculty and staff are beginning to implement the Kansas School Redesign initiative. Our purpose for this is to make sure each student has every opportunity to succeed.
We want your input! Please stop by the east side of the concession stand by the end of the first quarter of tonight’s football game (10/18/19) to jot down a few words or a sentence answering this question:
What do you believe a successful USD 487 student should know and/or be able to do?
CNA students learning how to gown up for infection control. CNA students are Lauren Simmons, Dakota Swader, Logan Foust, Griffen Lindsey and Brianna Hamilton.
HES Families: We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week at the end of the month with the following theme days:
Monday, Oct 28th - #beingallwecanbe - Drug Free (wear camouflage clothes)
Tuesday, Oct 29th - "Red"-y to Live a Drug Free Life (wear lots of red clothing)
Wednesday, Oct 30th - I'm Dreaming of a Drug Free Life (wear pajamas)
Thursday, Oct 31st - Drugs are Scary (wear fall colors and bring costume for student costume parade)
Please see the note sent home with each student regarding the costume guidelines and a revised lunch schedule for Oct 31st. Contact the office with any questions and thanks for your support of HES!
Dickinson County EMS is hosting a
Bike Rodeo
Saturday, October 26th
11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
in front of the Herington Hospital.
The Rodeo will promote road rules and safety, as well as challenging the skill of the rider. Free helmets will be available, but the supply is limited.
USD 487 will be holding a "garage sale" in the High school parking lot this Friday October 18th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Items available include: drafting tables, metal folding chairs, large wooden cabinets, metal stools, and more.
Mrs. Schneider’s fifth grade class is learning about the Holocaust and making Google presentations to share with their classmates. #beingallwecanbe
Third graders have been studying Dwight D. Eisenhower and preparing to attend the historical museum in Abilene next week for their field trip! Monday was his birthday, so students in Ms. Parks's class made cards to celebrate! They also did some re grouping subtraction and figured out he would be 129 years old if he was still alive today! Happy Birthday Dwight D. Eisenhower!!
Cookie Dough will be here Tuesday October 22nd at 12:30pm. Parents, please pick up your cookie dough THAT AFTERNOON between 1:30 and 4:00. We do not have room to store it for you! Thank you!
Middle School Volleyball and Football will play host to Solomon Thursday night. Volleyball will start at 4:30pm with A team followed by B team and C team. Football will start at 6:00pm.
We will also have our 8th Grade Recogniton Night for the volleyball girls after the A team volleyball game around 5:15, and at 5:45 for the football boys. Go Railers!
Fall Sports Pictures Today
Reminder that high school football, cross country and volleyball sports team pictures will be taken after school. Order forms can be picked up in the high school office.
Lady Rails Volleyball splits at Waverly losing to the home team 21-25, 18-25 and defeating Marais des Cygnes 25-16, 25-20. See you at the Wheat State League tournament on Saturday.
Mrs. Coup took the Herington Middle School 8th Grade class to the Chamber Theater's ENCORE! Production at Wichita's Orpheum Theater. This production was a series of re-enactments of the classic short stories The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, The Necklace, The Monkey's Paw, and the Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County. This allowed students have just finished reading The Tell-Tale Heart, to see the story come to life on stage.
Come support the Lady Railers at the Wheat State League Tournament Saturday in Hope.
High School Volleyball at Waverly tonight.
5:00 vs Waverly
6:00 vs Marais Des Cygnes Valley
Jv and Varsity play at the same time
Attention Seniors and Parents!!
FAFSA Night - come get help on filling out your FAFSA
HMS volleyball team attended the K-State vs West Virginia volleyball matches on Saturday.
This week, first graders in Ms. Fegan's class have been reading stories about how their bodies can move. So on Friday, they got up and moving during reading! First they did a write the room activity where they found pictures around the room and identified the beginning blend that matched. Then they warmed up their bodies and brains with a GoNoodle activity. Finally, they wrote about ways their bodies can move. Activities that were chosen included running, swimming, and dancing. #beingallwecanbe
This is to inform parents that the Herington high school homecoming ceremony will take place at 6:30 tonight at the Herington football field.
Homecoming coronation will take place at 6:30 tomorrow night before the game due to cold weather conditions.
The homecoming parade will be at 2:00 pm tomorrow downtown. There will be a mini parade at the schools for the middle and grade schools.
Go Railers!
Fourth graders are studying states and capitals! #beingallwecanbe
Little Railer Preschoolers met several people who work at HES during their library time this week. Each guest read a poem about his or her role and then talked to students. This activity was done in conjunction with classroom lessons about people who work in schools. #beingallwecanbe
HES Families: This is a friendly reminder to please make sure your student has a jacket or coat with the cooler weather already upon us. We want to keep all our Railers healthy! Thanks for your support.
Second graders just finished a science unit on the properties of matter. Over the course of the past month, students created hats through a Mystery Science lesson; experimented with melting points of candy; observed how shaving cream can be a solid, liquid and gas; made "oobleck", which can be a liquid and a solid at the same time; and had some "Spooky Science" with an Inter-Distance Learning lesson to test for "vampire blood" (reaction of vinegar and baking soda) and various other liquids on special paper. #beingallwecanbe
Homecoming Tailgate
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS
Are you interested in providing an ad for your senior student in the yearbook ? Attached is the information. If you have questions please contact Mrs Beye.
Middle School Games at Herington Thursday, October 10th
Herington vs Wakefield
MS Volleyball in the MS Gym starting at 4:30 with A team followed by B and C teams.
MS Football at 6:00pm
CHANGE IN SCHEDULE FOR TONIGHT’S HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL MATCHES AGAINST CENTRE
Thursday, October 10
There will be no JV matches tonight
Varsity will play at 6:00 and 7:00
21 FCCLA members went to Chapman for their Fall Leadership Conference. Sarah Biehler and Tristyn Killer helped organize the even as District C FCCLA officers. They were able to listen to a great Keynote Michael Coleman. And one of the the breakout sessions they made tie blankets for the Ashby House shelter in Salina.
Lady Rails Volleyball takes care of business at Goessel defeating Canton-Galva 25-15, 25-12 and Solomon 25-9, 25-15 improving to 17-5 on the year.
Order of play for High School Volleyball
Thursday, October 10th vs Centre at Herington. Matches are in the high school gym.
6:00 Herington vs. Centre (V)
7:00 Herington vs. Centre (JV)
8:00Herington vs Centre (V)
Second graders in Mrs. Siegrist's reading group have been reading Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith. One activity they did was to practice reading directions by making chocolate no-bake cookies. They were assisted by Mrs. Mein's Culinary Arts students. After they finished the cookies, students shared with others. #beingallwecanbe
JV Football tonight vs. Goessel. Game time is 6:00pm. See you there! Go Railers!
At HES, research-based curricula and instructional strategies are put into practice by staff to support student learning. These students have been working hard to master academic skills and are proud to share their hard work! #beingallwecanbe
Pink Out Football Game
Friday, October 18, 2019
Support a good cause by remembering loved ones on a balloon and luminaries. Students will be conducting pre sales, items can be purchased before and during 1st quarter of the game or contact info is on the flyer. Thanks for your support.
Just a reminder that all 8th grade football and volleyball players are to meet by the community building at 5 today for pictures. Please wear your jerseys and jeans!
Freshman English students spent today discussing with their classmates about how their different personalities work together. This is part of their BSEL curriculum for MTSS.
High School Volleyball Schedule
Tuesday, October 8th at Goessel
JH Gym-Old Gym
4:00 Herington JV vs. Solomon JV
5:00 Herington JV vs. Canton-Galva JV
6:00-Herington vs. Canton-Galva- Old Gym
7:00 Herington vs. Solomon-Old Gym
Good luck to the Middle School Volleyball team today at the Bennington Volleyball Tournament.
Fourth graders in Mrs. Fish’s class presented their business projects today. Students worked in teams to create a plan for a business of their choice. #beingallwecanbe
Little Railers Preschool afternoon class toured the local Barnes Heartland Foods grocery store yesterday. The field trip was the final activity for a month long unit about Pizza. The students prepared grocery lists and bought the ingredients to make their very own "from-scratch" homemade pizzas. A huge thank you to Chris and Allisha and Barnes for making the field trip so much fun! #beingallwecanbe
Students in the morning session of Little Railers Preschool toured the local Barnes Heartland Foods grocery store yesterday. The field trip was the final activity for a month long unit about Pizza. The students prepared grocery lists and bought the ingredients to make their very own "from-scratch" homemade pizzas. A huge thank you to Chris and Allisha and Barnes for making the field trip so much fun! #beingallwecanbe
The middle school staff members chose 6th grader, Isabelle Ecklund as the September Student of the Month. Isabelle participates in band, volleyball, basketball, student council, and swim team. Isabelle believes she was chosen as student of the month because she works hard in the classroom to get good grades, works well with classmates and teammates, and is kind and helpful to others.
Isabelle is the daughter of Ashley and Randy Ecklund.
Awesome work by the small but mighty cross country team in Council Grove. More personal bests were ran today!!!
Good Job Railers Cross Country!!
Railer Volleyball 10-3-19
Railer Volleyball wins two tonight defeating Douglas 25-17, 25-11 and Solomon 25-11, 25-9.
Science Behind The Practice!
Research demonstrates that when parents read out loud to their children, they significantly increase their children’s vocabulary, cognitive skills, memory, curiosity and motivation. One of the goals of the LIFE program is to help families establish a read-aloud routine in order to maximize these benefits. #beingallwecanbe
Tonight the Career and Technical Education Groups at Herington High School met with their advisory councils to discuss CTE programs at Herington High School. Thank you to the community members who serve on these committees and your dedication to the future of our students.
Order of Events for the High School Volleyball at Herington, October 3rd.
3:00 Herington vs. Solomon (JV) 2 games only
4:00 Herington vs. Douglas (JV) 2 games only
5:00 Solomon vs. Douglas (JV) 2 games only
6:00 Herington vs. Douglas (V)
7:00 Solomon vs. Douglas (V)
8:00 Herington vs Solomon (V)
Lady Rails Volleyball splits matches at Hope losing to Rural Vista 20-25, 13-25 and defeating Wakefield 25-17, 25-11
Come support the Lady Railers tonight in Hope!
October Events
October Breakfast and Lunch Menu
September Male Athlete of the Month
Craig Rutschman, son of Kara and Kevin Rutschman, has been awarded male Athlete of the Month for
September.
Craig believes he was chosen because of his passion for the Cross Country team. “I show a lot of leadership for the team, and always give my teammates individual inspiration to do better. I have a lot of hope for the Cross Country team, and I wish for the best to my teammates and I for the rest of the season.
Craig is currently a Junior who is involved in, Cross Country, Drama Club, and FBLA.
When asked, Cross Country Coach, and teacher Tammy Greenley said, “Craig is an awesome young man and athlete! He has a great attitude both in school and when he is with his teammates on the cross country team. He is always quick to build them up and encourage them! He works hard and has a great work ethic both when he is racing and practicing and with his school work. He has great potential and I look forward to seeing what the season brings for him!”
Congratulations Craig!
September Female Athlete of the Month
Carrie Roe, daughter of Tammie and Kenny Roe has been awarded September female athlete of the month.
Carrie thinks she was chosen because she has been representing Herington High at the Varsity level since Freshman year, and has worked hard in the off season and continually pushing herself and her teammates to play at the best of our abilities.
Carrie is an involved Junior, who is apart of
Volleyball, Basketball, Track, Swim Team, Weights, FBLA, NHS, FFA, Student Council, Drama Club, Band, Scholar’s Bowl, and is the Vice President of her class.
When asked, Coach Beye said, “I think Carrie was chosen because she has worked very hard in the off season to improve her level of play. She has stepped up on her team to become a positive leader. She has realized the importance of positive leadership and what that leadership can do to the culture of a team. So far this season she has led her to team to a 12-4 start.”
Conner LaRosa, son of Eric and Debbie LaRosa
has been awarded Student of the Month for
September.
Conner thinks he was selected because of his work ethic and for being a good role model in the school.
Throughout his high school years, Conner
has participated in football, basketball, track, FBLA, HOSA, and FFA.
When asked, Mrs. Geissert said, “Conner is a conscientious, hard working young man.
He expects the best of himself, so he does whatever it takes to accomplish that. He also has a fun sense of humor, and he treats others with respect.”
Congratulations Conner!
Cheer clinic
JV Football tonight at Peabody starting at 6:00 pm.
High School Volleyball
Playing Schedule for Tuesday, October 1
Games played at Hope
4:00 New Gym: Herington JV vs Rural Vista JV
Old Gym: Goessel JV vs Herington C
5:00 New Gym: Goessel JV vs Rural Vista JV
Old Gym: Herington JV vs Wakefield JV
6:00 New Gym: Herington vs Rural Vista
Old Gym: Goessel vs Wakefield
7:00 New Gym: Goessel vs Rural Vista
Old Gym: Herington vs Wakefield
Theme for tonight’s game is Super Hero!!!
Come support the Lady Railers tomorrow starting at 10 am.
Mrs Kahle’s Class
English III students created ABC Google slide shows for the Kindergarten classes. The juniors went to Mrs. Kahle and Mrs. Weber's rooms to show them. The slide shows used audience appropriate topics, words, sentences and pictures.
Come support the Railers Tonight!!
Mrs. Koehn’s first graders practiced their high frequency words this week by making illustrations to represent the words. #beingallwecanbe
The MS Railer Volleyball A Team lost a tough match, 22-25, 13-22, to Bennington.
Mrs. Weber's Alphabet Detectives search the school to find examples of the specific letter the are assigned. #beingallwecanbe
Come out and support the Railer Football Team. Start time has been moved to 6:00pm in an attempt to avoid any serious weather. Go Railers!
Fifth graders in Mrs. Schneider's class created a slide presentation about an early 1500's explorer. Now they are building a replica of the ship that their early explorer used to sail on their expedition. #beingallwecanbe
Come support the Lady Railers Saturday at their home Volleyball Tournament.
Reminder that Railer Cards and Money is due this week. Please turn them into Mrs. Mein before Friday. Reminder to return money and/or cards!
Herington Volleyball sweeps the night with a 25-9, 25-9 victory over Wichita Classical. Great job ladies!
Herington Volleyball defeats Goessel 25-12, 25-22. Next up Wichita Classical.
Mrs. Beames’s fifth graders work on reading skills by playing interactive games. #beingallwecanbe
Mrs. Mortensen’s second graders had a tent party to celebrate earning 100 tickets for being safe, responsible, and respectful. Students were allowed to play school games of their choice on their computers while under the tents. It was a fun way to celebrate great behavior at school. #beingallwecanbe
Fifth grade students have been learning about the solar system and the placement of the planets. #beingallwecanbe
We are placing an order for backpacks again. If you would like one please email lbeye@usd487 They are $35.00. Money is due before we order.
No orders will be accepted after Friday, September 27.
Volleyball Matches at Goessel on Tuesday, September 24.
GAMES WILL BE PLAYED AT GOESSEL
4:00 Goessel vs Herington JV/C
5:00 Goessel vs Herington JV
6:00 Goessel vs Herington V
7:00 Herington vs Classical V
Games will run ahead if needed
The JV Game for tonight has been cancelled.
Pink Out Night will be held at the Football Game on October 18th. If you are interested in ordering a pink out shirt fill out the form and return it and the money to a school office. Forms are also available in the school offices. No forms will be accepted after October 1st.
Carrie Roe is spending the morning at the Kansas State FBLA Officers Meeting at Emporia State University.
Families of 6&7th graders, don’t forget to RSVP with Mr. Hirsch for the parent meeting on the 23rd for the DC Trip.
The Kansas Honor Scholars Program has been a KU tradition since 1971 and has honored more than 140,000 high school seniors—from all 105 Kansas counties and approximately 360 high schools—for ranking academically in the top 10 percent of their class. It is designed to promote academic excellence in secondary education, to reward high school seniors for their hard work and dedication, and to support our Kansas communities. Herington High School's Honor Scholars for the Class of 2020 are Lawson Mueller, son of Jacqueline Mueller; and Gene Hanson, son of Sherrie and Jerry Hanson.
#kansashonorscholar
Kindergarten students in MTSS math used individual sensory boxes to practice writing numbers. Learning to correctly form the numbers with these boxes allowed for easy corrections. #beingallwecanbe
Game time 7:00 pm against Rural Vista. Come support the Railers in their first home game of the season.
Mrs. Kickhaefer’s fourth grade students are doing some good, old-fashioned, hard work on division by using a repeated subtraction strategy! #beingallwecanbe
Mrs. Fish’s fourth grade students are collaborating this morning to develop business plans! The name and type of business, identifying a customer base, estimating costs/income, and identifying a location are parts of each business plan the students are working on! #beingallwecanbe
Teachers enjoying learning about redesign at Inservice on Wednesday, September 18th.
Come support the Railers on Friday night (9/20) at their 1st home football game against the Rural Vista Heat at 7:00 pm.
We’d like to see the stands filled with supporters as we show the boys how much the community supports them.
Theme Night: Hawaiian / Summer Fun
We would like EVERYONE to come dressed in your best summer / Hawaiian outfit as we “BEAT THE HEAT”. Some ideas: Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, leis, straw hats, shorts, flip flops, beach towels. Let’s have a great time and a HUGE turnout!
Herington Middle School Volleyball and Football will host Little River tomorrow. Volleyball will start at 4:30 with the A team followed by the B team and C team games.
The Football game will begin and 6:00pm. See you there!
Herington High School Cross Country will host their Cross Country Meet Tomorrow starting at 4:00pm at the Herington Country Club. Come on out and support our runners!
Reminder today is a 1:00 early release day.
Reminder today is an early release day. 1:00 dismissal.
FBLA Members need to pay your dues before Friday. $20 if you want a T-shirt $10 if you don’t.
HHS after prom & Senior Class of 2020 are raffling tickets for a chance to win Chiefs helmet autographed by Travis Kelce. Tickets can be bought at home football games, basketball preseason tournament games & some local businesses. Winner will be announced December 14th.
Ms. Levens and Mrs. Beye’s yearbook class learned how to use the new yearbook cameras today. We are ready to start capturing memories.
Anyone still wanting a 2018-2019 yearbook please email lbeye@usd487.org or call the high school office. $20.00
So proud of these kids!! Herington Cross Country kids are making things interesting!! We had two medal winners today and the other two ran good races. Davanne Schaffer got second place for JV girls and Koy Mueller got 3rd place for JV boys both are freshmen. Trenton Braucher and Craig Rutschman both ran good races!! Go Railers!!
High School Volleyball schedule for Tuesday, September 17th.
4:00 Herington JV vs Peabody JV
5:00 Herington JV vs Little River JV
6:00 Herington Varsity vs Peabody
7:00 Herington Varsity vs Little River
All Herington matches will be played in the high school gym.
Ms. Burton's Ag Mechanics class built composting bins and today they added their first food waste to start the composting process! We will be taking vegetable scraps and peelings from the schools kitchen and adding them daily to our compost. The end product will then be used in the community garden.
Lady Railers Varsity team went 4-1 and took 2nd at the Centre Volleyball Tournament.
Match Scores:
25-17, 25-8 vs Berean Academy
25-5, 25-9 vs Wichita Classical
22-25, 25-15, 25-21 vs Little River
25-22, 21-25, 25-10 vs Wichita Homeschool
17-25, 25-21, 22-25 vs Rural Vista in the Championship match
Lady Railers are now 8-1 for the season
THANK YOU SO MUCH to the student body and fans that came to cheer these girls on for 10+hours today! Your support means so much to these girls! #railerproud
The Railer Volleyball Team goes 3-0 in pool play. They defeated Berean Academy 25-17, 25-8 Wichita Classical 25-10, 25-22 and Little River 22-25, 25-15, 25-21. Will face Wichita Homeschool at 3pm in bracket play.
The High School Football JV game scheduled for Monday the 16th at Bennington has been canceled!
Railer Football
Mrs Mein’s culinary classes are in full swing of cooking. This week pies and sugar cookies with fruit were on the menu. More to come.
The Cross Country Meet at Melvern Lake has been postponed to Monday the 16th!
HMS Volleyball and Football teams will play host to Rural Vista tomorrow. Volleyball will be in the High School Gym
4:30 - A Team Volleyball.
5:30 - B and C Team Volleyball.
6:00 - Football
HHS Cross Country will run in the Lyndon Invitational at Melvern Lake Outlet Park tomorrow! Exit west off of highway 75 (directly east of the damn).
5:00 Girl"s Varsity
5:30 Boy's Varsity
6:00 Boy's and Girl's JV
HES Parents: The afterschool and LIFE programs will begin Monday, Sept. 16.
Nice wins tonight Lady Railers. 4-0 so far on the season.
Vs Elyria 25-19, 25-10
Vs Centre 25-15, 25-19
Lady Railer Volleyball
More Information on Resource Fair
Centre Invitational Tournament Schedule
Tailgate Schedule
Railer JV Football will play host to Chase County on
Monday night at 6pm.
Centre High School would like our patrons to be aware of their meal option Friday night before the football game.
HHS Cross Country Team did very well Thursday at their meet. Davanne got 2nd place for the girls JV and Koy got 1st place for the boys JV. This was their first meet of the season.
Third grade used their MTSS time this week to read a fiction story about the history of Hershey chocolate! Today they had to invent their own chocolate bar. We talked about selling points such as a colorful wrapper, cheap prices, and add in’s such as caramel or nuts. Finally, they wrote three selling points of why you should buy their chocolate bar! 🍫🍫🍫 #beingallwecanbe
Because of Construction on Hwy 50 the best commute to the football game tonight in Chase County is to go through Council Grove. Be Safe!
Herington High School August Student of the Month
Brody Brown, son of Diedra and James Bruce, has been awarded Student of the Month for August.
Brody thinks that he was chosen because he feels that he is a good role model to younger kids at the school, and also a leader out on the football field. He also feels that the teachers have recognized that he has changed himself for the better after learning from his mistakes throughout high school.
Throughout his high school years, Brody has been apart of the football and basketball teams.
When asked, Mrs. Beye said, “Brody does what he can to help others out. He is always willing to be a positive part of the classroom and works hard to please others.”
Congratulations, Brody!
Ms. Taylor's Computer Apps Class
Quizlet live study session
Tuesday, September 10th High School Volleyball Matches at Centre
Centre vs Goessel (Main Gym) 4:00 PM (JV)
Herington vs Elyria (New Gym) 4:00 PM (JV)
Centre vs Herington (Main Gym) 5:00 PM (JV)
Goessel vs Elyria Christian (New Gym) 5:00 PM (JV)
Centre vs Goessel (Main Gym) 6:00 PM (V)
Herington vs Elyria (New Gym) 6:00 PM (V)
Centre vs Herington (Main Gym) 7:00 PM (V)
Goessel vs Elyria (New Gym) 7:00 PM (V)
Herington Middle School Student of the Month
The middle school staff members chose 8th grader, Michael Beardslee, as the August Student of the Month. Michael participates in vocal, football, basketball, and track. Michael believes he was chosen as student of the month because he works hard in the classroom, is kind and respectful to teachers and other students and is willing to help out his classmates and teammates.
Michael is the son of Les and Tia Beardslee.
Reminder Jostens will be here today to meet with Seniors and Sophomores. Be sure to bring your order forms and any deposits needed.
RAILER NATION!!🚂🏈
HHS Football travels to Strong City tomorrow to face Chase County!
Game time is 7pm!!!
Herington Middle School Football goes 1-0 on the season defeating Centre 26-22.
The Volleyball team lost a tough match vs. Centre 19-25 and 22-25.
Students in Herington HS CTSO groups will be selling Railer cards for $20. They will be selling for the next three weeks.
Mrs. Koehn's class completed an activity today that required them to draw a picture of themselves and then write descriptive words about their characteristics. Then, Mrs. Koehn cut the papers apart and mixed them up, and distributed the descriptions to the class. The final step was for students to read the descriptions and match them to the correct picture of each student! #beingallwecanbe
First graders learn how to solve problems and how to work out disagreements with their friends during a lesson from the Second Step curriculum. Miss Fegan and Mrs. Koehn combine their classes when they teach this curriculum that addresses social and emotional growth. #beingthebestwecanbe.
HES Families: We will be having our first Site Council meeting on Tuesday, September 10th at 6:30 in the HES Flex Lab. We invite and encourage any parents, community members, or stakeholders to be a part of this group! Please notify us ahead of time if you are planning on attending by sending an e-mail to nmorgan@usd487.org. Thanks so much and we hope to see you Tuesday evening!
Senior class parent meeting on Sunday the 8th at 6:30 in the high school commons area.
Looking forward to a great volleyball season. HMS/HHS volleyball notes to buddies!!! Good luck HMS in your opening matches!!
The Railer cross country team will run at Mission Valley High School tomorrow.
Girls will start at 4:45
Boys will start at 5:00
🏅 Go Railers!
Great wins Lady Railers. 2-0 on the night.
September 2019
Come support the Lady Railers in their first night of season play!!
****Notice - Games will be played at Herington instead of Goessel.
3:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline (C) Main Gym
4:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline (JV) Main Gym
Goessel vs. Haven (JV)
5:00 Herington vs. Haven (JV) Main Gym
Goessel vs. Ell-Saline (JV)
6:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline Varsity Main Gym
Goessel vs. Haven
7:00 Herington vs. Haven Varsity Main Gym
Goessel vs. Ell-Saline
The Railer Football Team had a great first night of football at the KSHSAA preseason football jamboree. The Railers competed against Maris de Cygne, Marmaton Valley, and Crest.
We look forward to a great season!
Go Railers!
Freshman English students complete a vocabulary activity as part of a new project this year. Here, students are using the high school vocabulary strategy to create posters of this week's vocabulary word.
RAILER NATION!!🚂🏈
HHS Football Jamboree tomorrow in Melvern. Remember start time is 6pm!!!
Second grade students worked together to design the tallest cup tower by using all the materials they were provided! #beingallwecanbe
Kindergarten students read a story about pancakes and following directions. Students and staff worked together to apply this lesson to create their own pancakes! #beingallwecanbe
Resource Fair for students 14 yrs of age and up: Wednesday October 23, 2019, 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.. Abilene High School Gym B.
Transportation can be provided, if interested contact Kasey Kickhaefer at kaseyk@usd487.org or James Harbaugh at jharbaugh@usd487.org.
Herington High School Volleyball
****Notice - Games will be played at Herington on Tuesday, September 3rd instead of Goessel!!
3:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline (C) Main Gym
4:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline (JV) Main Gym
Goessel vs. Haven (JV)
5:00 Herington vs. Haven (JV) Main Gym
Goessel vs. Ell-Saline (JV)
6:00 Herington vs. Ell-Saline Varsity Main Gym
Goessel vs. Haven
7:00 Herington vs. Haven Varsity Main Gym
Goessel vs. Ell-Saline
Mrs. Gutsch's third grade class enjoyed several beginning of the year activities. One meaningful experience was reading "Pete the Cat, I Love My White Shoes" and discussing how Pete does not let little things get him down. We brainstormed issues that get in our way sometimes, one of which is other people's words. Students then squirted out an entire mini tube of toothpaste (representing others' words) and were asked to put the toothpaste back into the tube. This proved almost impossible! The takeaway: choose your words wisely, because once they come out of your mouth, you can't put them back in! We can clean up the mess, but we cannot fully put the toothpaste back into the tube! Our focus is using meaningful and kind words and having a positive attitude. #beingallwecanbe
Fourth grade students work on a team-building STEM activity. The students planned together to save Fred (a gummy worm) from his capsized boat (a cup) using only paper clips. #beingallwecanbe
CONGRATULATIONS, JADE!!!
Jade was awarded a $400 JOSTENS voucher to be applied towards a class ring!
Thursday, August 29th
5:00 Volleyball Scrimmage
6:00 Railer Spirit Parade through downtown
6:30 Whitewash (for high school students only) & Watermelon Feed
Come support the Railers as they begin their fall sports season!
Thursday, August 29th
5:00 Volleyball Scrimmage
6:00 Railer Spirit Parade
6:30 Whitewash & Watermelon Feed
Come support the Railers as they begin their fall sports season!
Middle School and High School students will be bringing home a letter describing two upcoming surveys that will be administered to students in grades 6-12. This letter went home with Middle School students yesterday and will be going home with High School students today. If you would like to opt your child out from participating in these surveys, please return the "opt out" form to your child's school by September 6, 2019. If you have any questions, please contact the HMS or HHS office.
Mrs. Weber's students work hard to learn the letters in their names. #beingallwecanbe
Kindergarten students play Ice Cream Shop during recess. They all waited patiently in line to order ice cream from classmates. #beingallwecanbe
Fifth grade students in Mrs. Beames's class practice team building skills as they work in groups to build the tallest tower using gum drops and toothpicks. #beingallwecanbe
HES Families: Reminder that we have picture day tomorrow! You are welcome to return order packets to your classroom teacher, however, LifeTouch does prefer that their online ordering feature is utilized.
September Breakfast/Lunch Menu
Fourth graders participated in a variety of fun activities during the first days of school with Mrs. Fish. #beingallwecanbe
Second graders read Pigeon Goes to School. Afterward, they worked in groups to figure out how to get Pigeon safely to school by making catapults. Every group was successful in getting Pigeon to school! #beingallwecanbe
First graders in Mrs. Koehn's class learned that each student needs different tools to learn and that learning will look different for each student. Mrs. Koehn used band-aids to show the students that they don't always need the same treatment; instead, each student will receive what they need to make them successful! #beingallwecanbe
Dickinson county K-9 units and Herington Police department conducted a sweep for illegal substances at Herington High school this morning.
FCCLA officers are in Manhattan for two days of training and learning new leadership skills for the new year.
Fourth grade students are working hard on a Friday morning practicing their strategies with reading comprehension! #beingallwecanbe
