Big news, Republic Co Jr Sr High School students! You can travel to Belize with Buffs Abroad in Summer 2027! Register for the information meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity here: https://bit.ly/43Wf9tF
Calling all 2nd and 3rd grade families: join us for Monday night's presentation of the "Granny Awards!"
And the award goes to....Mrs. Gallion for her hard work and dedication to our students!
The Republic County Addiction and Suicide Prevention Coalition is bringing the Send Silence Packing exhibit to the Republic County Courthouse lawn on Friday, April 4 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Students in grades 9-12 will be allowed the opportunity to go to the exhibit in the afternoon. Please see the attached letter for details.
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Senior Jose Torres really stretched his learning this year by studying 3D animation for his Senior Project. He taught himself the basics of both Roblox Studios and Blender to create and animate characters. Come talk with Jose and all the Seniors about their projects at the Open House next Thursday evening April 3rd from 6:30 to 8:00 at the Republic County High School.
Senior Ethan Ines studied Aeronautical Engineering for his Senior Project. He designed various rocket models using CAD software, used a 3D printer to print them, and also build a wind tunnel in which to test the models. He expanded his understanding of electronics and programming by assembling an Arduino microcontroller to measure wind drag on the rockets in while in the wind tunnel. Come see Ethan's project along with all the Seniors at the Open House next Thursday April 3rd from 6:30 to 8:00 at Republic County High School.
On Wednesday, March 26th Republic County stormed the castle to defend their title as forensics LEAGUE CHAMPIONS! The team of 13 students put forth an immense effort, earning the title by just 4 points over Ellsworth. Individual league champions included Sam Poppe in poetry and Gwen Cole in serious solo. Poetry flowed well with RCHS as Haidyn Price finished 2nd and qualified for state. Final placings for seniors were Maelin Johnson and Olivia Rieke with 5th in duet and both girls also took oration to finals with Olivia placing 6th and Maelin 2nd. Solly Vanouhlden placed 5th in oration. Humorous solo saw Maelin placing 3rd and Julian Swank 2nd. Impromptu saw Olivia placing 3rd and Owen Doyle 2nd place. Prose placings were Ren Wright in 5th and Layna Canfield qualifying for state with 2nd place. It was a tough race in Improvised Duet Acting- as Haidyn and Julian placed 5th and Sam and Kylie placed 3rd. Finally, extemp speaking placed Solly 7th, Samuel 3rd and Owen 2nd place and Informative saw Peyton Splichal earn 4th and Samuel Anderson 2nd. Overall, out of 10 events- the Buffs claimed 2- gold , 7- silver, and 4- bronze medals. Your hard work is paying off! Way to go buffs- your coaches are PROUD!
Good luck to the Rep Co forensics team as they compete today at the League Meet.
RCHS Buffs Baseball win the second game of the doubleheader 12-8 versus Blue Valley Randolph, Go Buffs!
RCHS Lady Buffs storm back in the 2nd game to win 9-0 versus Blue Valley Randolph, Go Lady Buffs!
RCHS Softball dropped their first game to Blue Valley Randolph 3-9; Baseball dropped their first game to Blue Valley Randolph 0-17. Second games of the doubleheader are in progress, Go Buffs!
It is the first game for our high school softball and baseball team today. The Buffs Baseball team will play a double header against Blue Valley Randolph on the Legion field beginning at 4:00. The Lady Buffs Softball team will also open their season at 4:00 on the Lion's field against Blue Valley. Good luck to both teams as you begin your spring sports season.
My name is Maelin Johnson and for my senior project I am conducting research on the impact of the school environment on student mental health. I will be sending out a survey on mental health for the high school students this Wednesday. If you would like to view the survey or opt your student out, please check out the attached PDFs below. Thank you!
USD 109 celebrates our awesome staff members! Today we highlight our ELA Team! Thank you, Darsha, Carlie, and Samantha for all you do!
Be sure to join us on the square, Saturday April 5th for the Repco Art Walk! Glass artist, April Lemon will be set up demonstrating glass blowing!
Booster Club Sports Banquet will be Monday, March 24!
Thank you Noalee McDonald Augustine from Smoky Hill for joining our JH/HS teachers for professional development. She brings valuable expertise and insights on mental health in order for us to better support our students.
USD 109 celebrates our awesome staff members! Today we highlight our Daycare Staff! Thank you, Erin and Taylor for all you do!
Have a great Spring Break!
March 17-21
School Resumes on Monday, March 24.
Thank you to Reinke Manufacturing for their continued support of the Republic County Robotics Team. Their support over the last two years has allowed the team to purchase materials to build a practice course and advanced tools to build the robots. This in turn has helped the team move on to Regional Competition this year. Their support of the Robotics team was featured in their recent newsletter, setting a great example of how community support makes a big difference in the classroom. Thank you to Reinke Manufacturing for your support of Republic County High School.
