
Congratulations to CHS junior Camryn Yilk on receiving a Nebraska Young Artist Award from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts! This prestigious award recognizes 11th-grade students across Nebraska for their talents in visual art, dance, music, theater, and film and emerging media arts. Camryn’s specialty area is dance, and we are proud to see her hard work and passion recognized at the state level. She is one of 60 students from more than 30 high schools selected for this honor. Way to go, Camryn!
For more information, visit their website at: https://unl.meritpages.com/stories/Camryn-Yilk-of-Cozad-wins-Nebraska-Young-Artist-Award/156308181


Schedule Change: The Middle School Quiz Bowl dual scheduled for this afternoon at 2:30 with Overton has been postponed. New date and time will be announced later.

Cozad Elementary is looking for two para professionals to join our team! This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students while working in a supportive and welcoming environment. If you or someone you know is interested, visit our district website for more details and to apply. Come be a part of the Haymaker family!


2025 Driver Education Sign-Up is Open! The 2025 Driver Education contract is now available for interested students! This first-come, first-served opportunity is limited to 24 students—so don’t wait! Hard copies are available in the Middle School and High School offices. You can also find the contract and more information on the district website under "Documents--District--2024-2025." Secure your spot today!


Shout-out to Our Cozad Elementary Students! Huge CONGRATULATIONS to our outstanding students who were recognized for their character trait of kindness! Your kindness, compassion, and willingness to help others make our school a better place daily.
Thank you for leading by example and showing what being a Cozad Kid with Character means! Keep spreading kindness wherever you go!


📚 Read Across America continues at Cozad Elementary! Celebrate Cat in the Hat Tuesday by wearing your favorite hat to school. Let’s keep the reading fun going!


FFA Competition Postponed --Due to the weather forecast, the Frontier Co. Invite FFA competition scheduled for Tuesday, March 4th has been postponed. A rescheduled date and time will be announced once determined.

Mrs. Yocom's preschool class made Cat in the Hat kabobs to kick off Read Across America week. #HaymakerWay #ReadAcrossAmerica

A big congratulations to CHS Senior Madison Sayer for adding her name to the Haymaker record board! She now ranks in the top 10 in career extra base hits, career pitching strikeouts, and career RBIs. What a remarkable career as a Haymaker! We are so proud of you, Madison! #HaymakerWay


Cozad Early Education Center is proud to present our February Kind Kids. This month's recipients are: Luis Razp-Perez, Lily Kollars, Zulema Velasquez, Starley Mustard, Bridger Brill, Rylie McCann, and Ace Chrisinger.


📚 Cozad Elementary – Read Across America Week kicks off tomorrow (Monday) with Fox in Socks Day! Show your spirit by wearing your silliest socks to celebrate the fun of reading. Let's make Monday a colorful and fun start to the week!


STUDENT HAYMAKERS, IT’S TIME TO BLACK OUT! CHS Spirit Club is calling on all Cozad students to wear black and bring the energy for the District Championship Game. Let’s fill the stands and show our Haymaker pride! No face paint, please.
Let’s make it a night to remember! Go Haymakers!


A huge THANK YOU to Nutrien Ag Solutions of Cozad for their generosity last week! With the brutally cold temperatures, they provided a sheltered area for our buses, helping us keep things running smoothly.
We are so grateful for their support—what a great community we live in!


Welcome back to the Senior Podcast, where we celebrate the journey of our graduating class! In this episode, we sit down with Brayan Lozoya, Brock Malcom, and Austin Priel as they reflect on their high school experiences, share their best memories, and offer advice to underclassmen.
The video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CgW03phyJA


A big THANK YOU to Cozad Telephone Company & Farm Bureau Financial Services in Cozad for sponsoring admission for ALL Haymaker fans (adults & students) to the District Final Basketball Game on Monday, March 3rd!
Let’s pack the gym, wear your Haymaker gear with pride, and cheer loud for our team! Thank you to these generous businesses and our incredible Haymaker community for your support!


Attention Photographers--Cozad Community Schools is seeking sealed proposals for school picture photography services for the 2025-2028 school years.
Interested photographers can obtain the Request for Proposal (RFP) by contacting:
📞 Brenna Richie at 308-784-2745
📧 Email: brenna.richie@cozadschools.net


Cozad Parents: As you may know, our district is currently engaged in Strategic Planning to develop a comprehensive 3-to-5-year plan. To ensure this plan is well-informed, we need your support. On Monday, March 3rd, a survey link will be emailed directly to parents and guardians. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of education at Cozad Community Schools. Please take a few moments to complete the survey and help us grow.

🏀 C1-4 District Final – Haymakers are Ready! 🏀
The road to state runs through Cozad! Join us for the C1-4 District Final as the Haymakers take on Scotus Central Catholic with a trip to state on the line!
📅 Monday, March 3, 2025
📍 Cozad Arena (New Gym)
⏰ Game Time: 6:00 PM CT
Let’s fill the stands and bring the energy, Haymaker Nation!


Haymaker Fans--District Championship game date and time have not been finalized. We will post this information as soon as the plans have been finalized. Congratulations to the Haymaker Boys Basketball on their win to advance them to the District Finals!

🏀 Good Luck, Haymakers! Game 4 of the Subdistrict C1-7 Tournament is tonight! Cozad takes on Chase County at home at 6:00 PM. Let’s pack the gym and cheer on our Haymakers as they battle for the win! Let’s keep going strong, Haymakers! (Reminder: No passes are accepted for sub-district games)
