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Students took a moment on Wednesday to see the new semi and trailer arrive at the school, wrapped with the newly added school logos and credits to the partners who helped make our school's commercial driver's license program a reality.

On Friday, our whole school met for the first Big Buddy of the year. The students worked together to paint ceiling tiles with their handprints that will be displayed in each of the classrooms, did a get to know you activity and played games. Fun was had by all!

Each month, on our Blue Friday, our elementary students will be introduced to a Book of the Month. The students in PS-5th grade were read to by Mrs Smith, and our 5th grade students helped them complete a postcard of a place they would like to visit.

A student was drawn to receive a copy of this months book, and our winner was Hayes Mauro!

This month the book was, "Oh the Places You'll Go", by Dr. Suess.

Congratulations to Caleb Poss and Merek Charney for being nationally recognized through College Board's National Recognition Program. Their recognition comes from them excelling academically and on the PSAT/NMQT. Caleb is recognized as a semi-finalist and Merek is being recognized as a finalist. Congratulations gentlemen!

Yesterday, Mr. Schoenecker's 10th-grade Biology class took their studies outside with a visit to the local pond. This field trip was part of their lesson on ecosystems, where they explored the balance between living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) factors.

Students independently observed the pond, noting various organisms and environmental features. They then compared their findings in small groups and discussed how these factors interact to sustain the ecosystem. The class wrapped up by drawing visual representations of the pond, reinforcing their understanding of the complex relationships within the environment.

The hands-on experience deepened students' appreciation for the natural world, making the lesson both educational and memorable.

Mr. Schoenecker’s class is excited to continue their exploration of biology with more hands-on activities in the coming weeks.

Ag students have been busy kicking the year off with lots of hands on learning. They have started range judging, making floral arrangements with crepe paper, learning veterinary vocabulary with animals created from noodles, learning about the hunter-gatherer lifestyle and much more.

HS Parents and Students,

We are excited for the 2024-25 school year and would like to visit with you about our counselor plans included career pathways, educational opportunities, and emotional supports we provide. The flyer below provides more information on our orientation on September 18th with 9th-11th grade at 6:30pm and 12th grade at 7:00pm. Excited for the opportunities our RAMS have. See you Wednesday, September 18th!

Last Friday, our varsity boys golf team traveled to Holyoke to participate in the Dragons Invitational Golf Tournament. Kaleb Grauer shot a 101, Bryce Miles 104, Rylee Bacon 106 and Parker Molt 120. The team placed ninth overall.

The Akron Rams Football team won their season opener on the road last Friday, picking up a 40-0 win at Calhan. The Rams will be in action again this Saturday for their home opener against St. Mary’s, game time is 7 PM.

Go Rams!!

The MS Rams played their first game against the Segdwick County Cougars on Thursday. The team played well and came out with a 36-0 win.

Way to go Rams!

On Tuesday, our Lady Rams traveled to Prairie to take on the Mustangs. The JV team came away with a win, while the Varsity team fell short. Both teams played well and continue to improve.

The JH Lady Rams went to Julesburg on Thursday and played the Sedgwick County Cougars. All 3 levels won their games and played well.

All teams in back in action on Saturday at the Akron Tournament.

Saturday, Sept 7

8 am MS Volleyball Tournament @ Akron

· Schedule to be posted

7 pm HS Football V St Marys ***Parent’s Night

Monday, Sept 9

6 – 12th grade NWEA Testing

9 am HS Boys Golf at Sterling

12:15 HS Stuco Meeting

4 pm HS JV Football vs Merino

4 pm MS Volleyball vs Yuma

Tuesday, Sept 10

Elementary NWEA & Dibels Testing

4 pm MS & HS Volleyball vs Holyoke

4:30 pm Pom Pics with Jim Powell

Wednesday, Sept 11

Elementary NWEA * Dibels Testing

12:15 pm FCCLA Meeting

2:30 pm MS/HS Volleyball Pictures with Jim Powell

5:30 pm Akron Booster Club Meeting

7 pm School Board Meeting

Thursday, Sept 12

Elementary NWEA & Dibels Testing

7:15 am MS/HS Staff Meeting – Library

3 pm Balfour Rep here with Letter Jacket/Ring Orders

4 pm MS Football vs Dayspring

Friday, Sept 13

10 am HS Boys Golf Varsity Tournament in Akron

Saturday, Sept 14

1 pm HS Football at Fowler