Cozad Community School

Good Luck to CHS Girls and Boys Basketball teams as they travel to Valentine today. Game times are 2:00, 3:30, and 5:00 pm. Go Haymakers!

Cozad Community Schools has an immediate opening for a ParaProfessional. Paras require a High School Diploma or GED and must pass a Para Assessment or have the minimum amount of college credit. Paras work closely with the teacher in their assigned classrooms and support them in their duties. Tasks may change depending on the needs of the students. Ideal candidates are caring, compassionate and dedicated to the students’ success. For more information or to apply, please visit our website (https://www.cozadschools.net/page/employment-opportunities) or call our district office at 308-784-2745.

Best of luck to all of our Cozad Varsity Wrestlers at the Colby Invite! Wrestling kicks off today at 2:00 pm and continues tomorrow starting at 9:30 am. Let's bring home those victories! Go Haymakers!

Join us as the JV and Varsity Girl's basketball teams go head-to-head with Hershey this evening in the Barn. Show your support and cheer loud! 🕟 Game Times: JV Game: 4:30 pm Varsity Game: 6:00 pm Let's rally behind our Lady Haymakers and wish them the best of luck!

Game Day in the Barn! 🏀 Good luck to our JV and Varsity boys basketball teams as they take on Hershey tonight at 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Let's fill the stands and show our support!

Sending a big shoutout and best of luck to our Girls Middle School basketball teams as they gear up to face Minden today! 🕟 Game Times: 7th Grade: Home game at the Elementary Gym, tip-off at 4:30 pm. 8th Grade: Hitting the road to Minden, game also starts at 4:30 pm. Go Haymakers!

Good Luck to our 9/10 Boys' Basketball team as they travel to McCook today. Tip off is set for 6:30 pm. Go Haymakers!! (Reminder, this is boys only, the 9/10 girls game has been cancelled. )

Tonight's 5th-grade music concert is set to dazzle in the HS Auditorium at 7:00 pm. Please note, our home wrestling meet might pack the east side parking lot. To make your evening stress-free, we've got you covered! For those attending the music concert, the west Middle School doors will be unlocked, providing convenient access through the MS main doors. We appreciate your understanding and can't wait to see you at the concert! 🎵

Join us tonight as our JV & Varsity wrestlers hit the mats to face off against the McCook Bison in a thrilling dual! The action kicks off at 6:30 pm in the Barn, and we're ready for an epic showdown. Can't make it in person? No worries – all the matches will be streamed on our HudlTV! Let's show our support and cheer for our dedicated athletes. Best of luck to our wrestlers!

There will be a legion baseball signup for the 2024 season this Wednesday, the 6th, from 10:50 to 12:00 in the high school commons area. If you are interested, please fill out an information sheet located at the signup table today during your lunch!

Join us in making a difference with our FCCLA STAR Project! Our "Easing the Journey" initiative focuses on creating chemo-comfort tote bags for cancer patients. Thanks to your support at the Pink Out volleyball game, we're taking it a step further! Mr. Hansen generously donated his late wife's cancer t-shirts, and we're turning them into a meaningful Cancer T-Shirt Quilt. Tickets can be purchased at the December 8th (Hershey) and December 12th (McCook) basketball games! Tickets are 1 for $5 or 5 for $20. Tickets can also be purchased by contacting Andrea Meester. Let's come together to make a positive impact in the lives of those facing cancer.

Big shoutout to CMS 7th grader Taegan Dexter for clinching victory with his outstanding Patriot’s Pen essay! His essay stood out among entries from 16 schools in VFW District 13, earning him the top spot at the district level. Now, Taegan's essay is on its way to the state competition – a remarkable achievement! He will be honored at a District Awards ceremony in Kearney on Sunday, January 14th. If his essay secures a spot in the top three at the state level, Taegan and his family will be invited to the grand State Awards ceremony in Lincoln later in January or February. Hats off to you, Taegan! Your talent and hard work truly shine. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Today, Wednesday, December 6th, is a 2:00 dismissal for all students PreK-12th grade.

2nd Grade is finishing up their CKLA unit on Ancient Asian Civilizations! Each student added a link to their dragon! What awesome activities to bring this unit to life. #HaymakerWay

Join us for an enchanting evening of music at the 4th Grade Music Concert this evening! The performance will take place at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium. Bring your family and friends for a delightful showcase of the talents of our budding musicians. 🎵 We can't wait to see you there!

Good Luck to our CMS Wrestlers as they travel to Ogallala today to compete in the Ogallala Invite. Wrestling begins at 4:00 pm.

Exciting Opportunities Await! Cozad Community Schools is gearing up for the 2024-2025 school year and we're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our dedicated team! If you're committed to making a positive impact on students' lives and fostering a love for learning, we want YOU! Various positions are available across different departments, so whether you're an experienced educator, a skilled administrator, or bring expertise in other areas, we encourage you to apply. Join our close-knit community, where innovation meets tradition. Check out our website for more details and be a part of the Cozad difference!

Congratulations to Coach Derek Hammerlun on being awarded the NSWCA Class B Coach of the Year for the 2022-23 wrestling season. It's a remarkable achievement to lead the team to a Southwest Conference championship, District Championship, and the school's first-ever state duals appearance. Finishing in the top 10 at State with 9 qualifiers and 3 medalists is a testament to Coach Hammerlun's dedication and skill in developing a successful wrestling program. Entering his 20th season as Cozad's head wrestling coach is a remarkable milestone, highlighting his enduring commitment to the sport and the community. It's evident that Coach Hammerlun's hard work extends beyond the mat, with his contributions to the Hawk Building and countless hours volunteering for the youth club. The entire wrestling community is fortunate to have such a dedicated and passionate individual like Coach Hammerlun. The recognition is well-deserved, and it's clear that he is a rock in the wrestling community. Cozad is indeed proud to have Coach Hammerlun as a Haymaker. Here's to many more successful seasons under his guidance!

Good Luck Haymaker Boys' basketball at Maxwell today! JV begins at 2:00 and Varsity tips off at 5:00 pm. Go Haymakers!

Good Luck to our JV and Varsity Girls' Basketball teams as they travel to Maxwell today. JV girls play at 1:00 pm and Varsity girls at 3:30. Go Haymakers!~