Republic County USD 109

The Republic County High School football team will be traveling to Ellsworth on Friday, September 12th. Cheer on the Buffs as they compete for their next win. Kick off will be at 7:00 pm
Game Livestream will be available: https://bit.ly/3Ag25CI

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The Junior High Football team travels to Sacred Heart on Thursday, September 11th for their second game of the season. Kick off is at 5:00. Good Luck Junior Buffs.

SENIOR PARENTS!!! Sallie Mae and Kansas Treasurer Steven Johnson are holding a webinar on Tuesday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. regarding scholarships. They will talk about how to find scholarships and how to apply so that you have a chance at getting free money. They will give tips on applying for scholarships, how to create winning essays, and more. The flyer has a QR code or a URL that you can use to attend.

The Republic County High School Volleyball team will compete in a Triangular at Bennington on Thursday, September 11th.
Schedule is as follows:
West Gym - 3:00-3:35 "C" Team
Main Gym- 4:00 JV (Rolling Schedule)
Game 1- Bennington vs Herington
Game 2- Herington vs Republic County
Game 3- Bennington vs Republic County
Main Gym- 6:10 Varsity (Rolling Schedule)
Game 1- Bennington vs Republic County
Game 2- Herington vs Republic County
Game 3- Bennington vs Herington

The Junior High Volleyball team will compete at Sacred Heart on Thursday, September 11th at 4:15.
Game play will be as follows:
Court 1 (North End)- A, B,A
Court 2 (South End)- B, C, C
Good luck Junior Buffs.

Do you have a high school student who is interested in a career in a STEM area? If they like science, technology, engineering or math but aren't sure what jobs in those areas may look like and they would like to start exploring what a day at college looks like , then this opportunity is for them! KSU's EXCITE Shadow program lets students experience a day in the life of a college student. Your student would be paired with a college student and attend classes and labs with them. They would get a chance to eat lunch at the student union and ask questions about careers and college. This is open to all high school students. This is a great way to use a college visit day. Fall shadow days are Oct. 1st, Oct 15th, and Nov 12th. Days are limited to 10 students a day so registering sooner than later is encouraged. There is a cost of $40 but scholarships are available. If your student is interested but the cost is stopping them please have your student reach out to one of the counselors. Follow the link for more information and to register.
https://www.k-state.edu/kawse/excite/events/shadow-days.html

Parents of middle school students interested in areas of STEM!! KSU is offering a fun Saturday hands on workshop. On Saturday, Nov. 8th your student can participate in Eco Innovations. Students will explore STEM areas by examining their environment and brain storming ideas to keep the planet "green". They will investigate environmental practices, test scientific claims, and conduct experiments with KSU professors, staff, and students. The workshop is from 9-3:30 and lunch and materials are included in the registration fee. Scholarships are available to help cover the registration cost. For more information and to register to the following website
https://www.k-state.edu/kawse/grow/events/saturday-workshops.html

🍩🍩🍩 Jr. Class is selling Krispy Kreme donuts AND coffee for PROM!! Pickup is October 3rd (Homecoming) in the Ag Shop or we can deliver! Ask an RCHS junior or talk to Mrs. Strnad, Mrs. Collette, or Ms. Enns to order yours today! Donut Flavors are: Original Glazed Chocolate lced Original Glazed Kreme Filled Glazed Glazed Lemon Filled Glazed Rasberry Filled

The Republic County Jr/Sr High School Band will be leaving at 5:00 am for the State Fair in Hutchinson. Their parade performance time will be between 8:00 and 8:30 with their arena performance to follow. We wish them the best of luck. Go Buffs!!

The Kansas Bison Association is offering a $1,000 scholarship to high school seniors that plan to pursue a career in an ag related field. Applicants must complete an application, provide one letter of reference and a 500-word essay that outlines there relationship/interest in bison and why they should receive the scholarship. Applications are due by Oct 15th!!
All seniors received an email with the instructions and application attached today.

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.
https://s1.view.sfmc-marketing.com/view_email.aspx?qs=09c9a1f3c157c40a3ce72c5d075bf2c7e09757429fb51fd2c2a87620865c0fc83d120429d061e22984f861c2acaa84dbf595eb70448eda023cb664405af42ed813819b07d33ac4983df58d329c1e6a13d0194693d0d57a8f