Republic County USD 109

The Elk's National Foundation currently is taking applications for 2 different scholarships. Both are 4 year scholarships and can go the school of the student's choice. It does not have to be a Kansas school. The first one is the Most Valuable Student Scholarship and this is for any senior and is judged on Academics, Leadership, Service, and Financial Need. The Legacy Award is for seniors whose parent or grandparent is a dues paying member of an Elk's Club.
All seniors received an email about these scholarships today.
More information and the application is available at the following link
https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm

The High School Junior Varsity Football Team will travel to Buhler for their first game of the season. Kick off will be at 4:00 pm. Good Luck JV Buffs.
Streaming of the game will be available on the NFHS Network.

Due to lightning, there will be NO school marathon this morning!

This week at RCHS!

Things are starting to take shape! RCHS Buffalo actor's guild is preparing to perform their fall play Clue at the Blair this year. This is the first school production to be held at the Blair!

A simple post, Buffs WIN, Buffs WIN in overtime 34-28. What a game, what a crowd, it is always great to WIN, Way to Go Buffs!

Colored pencil candy still life's are about done! Can you tell the freshman from the upperclassman? Such a talented group of young people!

RepCo FFA ice cream is ready!! Come and get a $2 cup before, or during, the RCHS Football game!!

Know a high school student interested in Agriculture? Then encourage them to check out SCC Explore It! Ag Day! This will give them a chance to gain hands on experiences in a variety of Ag careers. Some that they will see are: Ag Management & Production, Livestock Management & Production, Welding Technology, Precision Agriculture, and Horticulture & Turf Grass Management. There is no cost to attend. The day is being held on Wed Sept 17th from 9-2. It is never too early for students to explore careers so all high school age are welcome to attend. The link has more information and another link to register.
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Southeast Community College Explore It! Construction Day! This is a great opportunity for high school students to get some hands-on experiences in a variety of career areas that have to do with Construction. From Architectural Design and Computer Aided Design Drafting to Plumbing, HVAC, and Non-destructive Testing Technology to many more in between. This is at their Milford campus on Sept 23rd from 9-2. The link will give you more information and has a link to register. If you know a student who might be interested in these areas or who isn't sure what they might want to do then this day is worth attending. Many of these jobs are in high demand and are paying very well.
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The Junior Buffaloes kicked off the season at home against a tough Minneapolis Lions team. Despite a strong effort, the Buffaloes fell short with a final score of 12-38. We’re proud of our team and excited to see them grow stronger each week! 💪 Let’s keep supporting our Buffaloes all season long!

The season is officially underway! The Junior Lady Buffs faced off against the Minneapolis Lions and came out strong: A Team: 2-0 💪 B Team: 2-0 🔥 C Team: 1-1 👏 Great effort from all the girls to kick off the season! Let’s keep the momentum going! Go Buffs!!!

The Republic County Jr/Sr High School Book Fair is coming soon.
Dates will be September 15, 16, 17, 22, and 23rd at the Jr/Sr High School Library. More details to come soon and be looking for information about a special event will be hosted by KAY Club in connection with the book fair.

The RCJSHS cross country teams had their first competition yesterday running at the Concordia Country Club. Dakota Clausen-Peters finished second in the HS girls division; In the Junior High girls division, Lucy Oman-2nd, Aalyria Phitts-Rodriguez-3rd, Faustina Baxa-5th, and Phebe Splichal-8th. No boys medaled just finishing out of the top 10 for a medal. The picture shows some pack running for HS teammates Sam Anderson and Leo Collette. The Concordia course is a very tough course to begin the season with. All of athletes performed very well, Go Buffs!

The RCJSHS teams had their first competition yesterday running at the Concordia Country Club. Dakota Clausen-Peters finished second in the HS girls division; In the Junior High girls division, Lucy Oman-2nd, Aalyria Phitts-Rodriguez-3rd, Faustina Baxa-5th, and Phebe Splichal-8th. No boys medaled just finishing out of the top 10 for a medal. The picture shows some pack running for HS teammates Sam Anderson and Leo Collette. The Concordia course is a very tough course to begin the season with. All of athletes performed very well, Go Buffs!

The Republic County Football Team will begin their season with a home game on Friday, September 5th vs Troy.
The Booster Club Tailgate will begin at 5:00.
Game time is at 7:00.
Little Buffs Cheerleaders will be performing for the half-time show.
There is lots going on, so come support your Buffs.

Please find attached the weekly newsletter for the upcoming week. September 8 - September 15.

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FBLA will be at the JH Volleyball and Football game tonight selling raffle tickets for a chance to win one of two reserved parking spots for the fall sports season. One will be located in the front parking lot while the other is in the back parking lot.
Find us at the JH Volleyball game front lobby from 3:45 to 4:45 and from 4:45 to 6:00 at the JH Football game.

The Lady Junior Buffs Volleyball team will play their first game at home versus the Minneapolis Lions beginning at 4:15 with the following schedule: A, B, A in the main gym and B,C,C in the new gym. Good luck!

The Junior High Football team open their season at home on Thursday, September 4th vs the Minneapolis Lions. Kick off is at 5:00.
Good luck Junior Buffs.