This summer, the Cozad Community School Board of Education updated its policy for Student Use of Personal Electronic Communication Devices (ECDs). This policy can be found on the Board Policy page on the school website. The policy number is 6113. The policy can be also accessed using this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZrVYkLTEktK5kkWLTrrZj-kLltXbudhM/view?usp=sharing
Expectations for Electronic Communication Devices (including cell phones and smartwatches) are outlined in the handbooks for each of our schools. Consequences for violating these expectations are also outlined in the handbooks. We encourage all students and parents to take some time before the start of the school year to read the new policy and expectations outlined in the handbooks. Our goal is to reduce unnecessary distractions and provide the best possible learning environment for students.
A reminder that cell phones and smartwatches are not permitted in class unless approved by the classroom teacher. Students in grades 6-12 may access their phone at their locker during the passing period just before their scheduled lunch period. However, students are not permitted to access their non-school issued electronic communication devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, during lunch in the school cafeteria.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mr. Fisher at the high school, Mr. Asche at the middle school, or Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Endorf.
The $20 Chromebook Take-Home Protection Fee may be paid at the time of pickup. This fee must be paid by August 21 for students to be eligible to take their Chromebook home. We look forward to seeing you soon and kicking off a great school year!
Information and enrollment forms are available on the Cozad Community Schools website under Documents → District → 2026–2027. You may also enroll online by visiting www.sas-mn.com and selecting "K-12 Students & Parents" to locate Cozad Community Schools.
As we prepare for another exciting year at Cozad Elementary, we encourage all parents and guardians to review the Elementary Guidebook. This guide is your one-stop resource for important information, including:
✅ Daily schedules and school procedures
✅ Attendance expectations
✅ Arrival and dismissal information
✅ Student behavior expectations
✅ Communication and parent resources
✅ Health, safety, and much more!
Take a few minutes to look through the guide so you and your child are ready for a successful start to the school year.
📖 View the Elementary Guidebook here: https://aptg.co/SFRln7
We're looking forward to an amazing year!
Tuesday, July 28: 8:30–11:00 AM and 1:00–4:00 PM
Wednesday, July 29: 5:00–7:00 PM
Please enter through the High School Student Entrance (east doors).
**Please note that our Summer Grab & Go Meals will still be available for pickup from 12:00–1:00 PM at Cozad High School.
We wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend!
For more information and application details, please visit our district website or contact the district office at 308-784-2745. Come be a part of the Haymaker family!
Ashlie shared, "I am so excited to be a part of the Cozad Community Schools team as a second grade teacher! I cannot wait to build relationships with my students, create a positive classroom environment, and become part of such a supportive community."
We are thrilled to have Mrs. Wright join the Haymaker family and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our students. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome! #HaymakerWay
A Cozad graduate, Natalie is currently completing her graduate program in School Counseling and Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Nebraska at Kearney while serving as a substitute teacher at Elm Creek Public Schools. This will be her first full-time teaching position, and we are thrilled she is beginning her career in her hometown.
Natalie shared that growing up in Cozad taught her the value of connection, community, and showing up for others. She is excited to give back to the community that helped shape her and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with students and families while creating a classroom where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and encouraged to grow.
Please join us in welcoming Miss Engel back home to Cozad and to the Haymaker family! #HaymakerWay
Pick-Up Time: 12:00–1:00 PM
Location: Pick up in the District office Entry way (West doors under red awning).
Cost: Free for all students ages 1–18
Thursday: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Please enter through the CHS Student Entry doors located on the east parking lot side of the building. #HaymakerWay
• Completed immunization record (including 5-year-old boosters)
• Physical exam
• Vision exam
• Copy of a certified birth certificate
If you have any questions, please contact the Elementary Office at 308-784-3462.
• 8 first-time donors
• 36 units collected
• 4 milestone donors recognized
Congratulations to our milestone donors:
• Alison Feik – 7 Gallon Donor
• Trysta Asche – 2 Gallon Donor
• Clint Snider – 1 Gallon Donor
• Alisa Favinger – 1 Gallon Donor
Thank you for supporting our school and community through blood donation!
• Chayden Hoffmaster – 2nd Place in Long Jump (23-02) and 4th Place in Triple Jump, improving his own school record with a jump of 45-1.5
• Bryson Snider – 6th Place medalist in the 100m Dash with a time of 11.09a
• Braiton Snider – 2nd Place medalist in Pole Vault with a vault of 14-6
We also want to recognize all of our state track qualifiers for their outstanding performances and for representing CHS so well throughout the season. Congratulations on a great season, Haymakers!
At our year-end recognition awards, we had the opportunity to celebrate several staff members for their years of dedication and service to Cozad Community Schools. Congratulations to Roxanne Reyes for 10 years of service, Chris Tvrdy and Cheri Ziebell for 15 years, and Woody Blackmore for 20 years of commitment at the high school level. Also recognized were Megan Buss for 10 years of service and Anngie Love for an incredible 30 years of dedication at the elementary school. Thank you all for the countless ways you have impacted our students, staff, and community over the years. We appreciate everything you do for Cozad Schools! (Not pictured, Mrs. Roxanne Reyes)
