Parents & Students--Tomorrow, Wednesday, January 20th, is a 2:00 dismissal and there will be NO school on Friday, January 22nd for all students PreK-12th.
2021 Southwest Conference Girls' Basketball Tournament. Cozad will play in Game 1 on Monday, January 25th at Broken Bow. Tip off is scheduled for 6:00 pm. To view the bracket (PDF) visit the following link:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1083299/SWC_Girls_BB_Tournament_Bracket_21.pdf
2021 Southwest Conference Boys' Basketball Tournament. Cozad will play in Game 2 on Monday, January 25th at Ainsworth. Tip off is scheduled for 5:00 pm. To view the bracket (PDF) visit the following link:
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1083298/SWC_Boys_BB_Tournament_Bracket_21.pdf
SWC Wrestling at Valentine, Saturday, January 23rd. Here are the links to watch/listen:
WATCH
YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/kcnikbbn
Facebook: facebook.com/SandhillsExpresshttps://
Twitter: @KBBNsports
LISTEN
95.3 FM, http://KBBN.com, and the free KBBN app!
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a Special Education Paraprofessional. Paras require a High School Diploma or GED and must pass a Para Assessment or have the minimum amount of college credit. You will work closely with the teacher in your assigned classrooms and support them in their duties. Tasks may change depending on the needs of the students. Ideal candidate is caring, compassionate and dedicated to the students’ success.
Openings are 9-month, 35 hour per week positions at the Elementary School. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE. #cozadMakers
CHS Seniors: There are 41 active local scholarships posted on the School Counselor website! Most scholarships are due April 1st or 15th! In addition to this, the Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship application closes on February 1st! #cozadMakers
https://cozadhighscounselors.weebly.com/scholarships.html
Concert Make-up Dates
The K-1 Music Concert will be held on Thursday, February 25th at 6:30pm. The concert will be held at the Methodist Church, due to auditorium scheduling. Nice dress clothes will be the attire for the concert.
The 2-3 Music Concert will be held on Thursday, March 25th at 6:30pm. The concert will be held at the Methodist Church, due to auditorium scheduling. Nice dress clothes will be the attire for the concert.
Congratulations to the CHS 2020-2021 Mid-Winter Candidates. Candidates include seniors Rebecca Shaffer (not pictured), Jacob Beckenhauer, Jadyn Hardee, Landry Geiger, Jaiden Nelsen, Gracie Schneider, Karson Berke, Trevor Schneider, Hannah Guthard, Mackenna White and Biz Tvrdy. Crowning will be after the boys game on January 21st.
The media production class will be live streaming the varsity Cozad vs. Gothenburg basketball games today (1/14). Lady Haymakers tip off @ 5:30 p.m. Fans can find the game at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Congratulations to CHS Junior Shaundra Wiederholt for being awarded 2nd Place at the district level for her Voice of Democracy audio essay. Shaundra's Voice of Democracy will now be advanced to the state level. Shaundra was awarded her certificate and a check this afternoon by Cathy Winegarden, District 13 Commander of Nebraska Veterans of Foreign Wars.
The media production class will be live streaming the 9/10 Cozad vs. Gothenburg basketball games today (1/12). Lady Haymakers tip off @ 5:00 p.m. Fans can find the game at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
The Centura sophomore class will be selling mini Runza's at the consession stand at Saturday's game. They will be $4 for a Runza. Eat supper and cheer on your Haymakers! #cozadMakers
Cozad Elementary Parent Organization needs some help
The Cozad High School Mid-Winter Dance scheduled for January 22nd will be postponed at this time due to our current Covid-19 status and DHM's. #cozadMakers
Cozad Telephone Skitter Customers can catch tonight's Basketball games on News Channel Nebraska (NCN) or those with the subscription can watch online. Go Haymakers!
Haymaker Basketball at Ogallala Friday, January 8th. Reminder, times are 6:00 & 7:30 Central times. Both Varsity games will be played at Prairie View and both JV games will be played at the auditorium. #cozadMakers
Good Luck to the CHS Boys' & Girls' Basketball teams at Ogallala tonight. Streaming of the games can be found on their website at https://www.opsd.org/Content2/276
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad vs. North Platte St. Pats varsity basketball games tomorrow (1/9/21). Lady Haymakers tip off @ 4:00 p.m. Fans can find the game at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Varsity Wrestling @ Battle Creek Invite at 9:30 am on Saturday, January 9th. Only 4 spectators per wrestler. The Invite will be streamed by Battle Creek at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
The Boys Basketball Fan Gear is in. If you have not received your order yet, please come to the high school and see Coach Broz to get it. If you have any questions please email nick.broz@cozadschools.net.
Good Luck to our Haymaker Girls' and Boys' Basketball teams tonight as they take on Ord in our home gym. Effective January 4th, updated NSAA Guidelines state:
Spectators are required to wear face coverings at all times while attending indoor events.
Face coverings must cover the nose and mouth.
Attendance is restricted to 50% of occupancy. (Yellow DHM)
Fan attendance at extracurricular activities—both school and club—is no longer limited to household members of participants.
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad vs. Ord varsity basketball games this evening. Lady Haymakers tip off @ 5:30 p.m. Fans can find the game at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
good Luck to our 9/10 Grade Boys' Basketball team as they compete in Lexington today. The game starts at 4:00 pm (there is NO Girl's game today). #cozadMakers
Watch the Haymaker Girls’ Basketball on their Striv channel today at 11:00 am. Good luck girls!
Here is the link to their striv channel: https://striv.tv/channel/central-city/.
The weight room will be open Wednesday (30th) and Thursday (31st) morning from 7AM-8:30AM for student lifting.
Basketball Tournament Update— Round 3 of the Runza Hoops Classic Tournament has officially moved to Wednesday, December 30th at the same times.
Girls vs Superior 11:00 am
Boys vs Cross County 4:15 pm
Both at Central City
Attention 🏀 Parents and Fans: The 3rd day (12.29.20) of the Runza Hoops Classic at Central City has been postponed. A possible make up date will be determined later. #cozadMakers
Due to inclement weather there will be no open lifting for students on Tuesday Morning. The weight room will be open on Wednesday morning from 7AM-8:30 AM for open lifting.
Wood River is streaming all 4 games today in their StrivTV channel https://striv.tv/channel/wood-river/
The 9/10 BBB game @ Lex on 12/31/20 has been postponed due to their Holiday Tournament being rescheduled. The new date will be on 1.4.21 @ 4:00 pm in Lex (still boys only)
Cozad Community Schools, is accepting applications for a Head Football Coach for the 2021-2022 school year. We are looking for candidates with strong character, a clear vision of success, and desire to continue a strong tradition of football in Cozad. This position may be combined with any future position. Applicants should possess a valid Nebraska teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsement.
Please complete the on-line Teach in Nebraska application and send your resume, transcript, letters of recommendation, and current Nebraska teaching certificate with proper endorsement, in PDF format, to employment@cozadschools.net. Review of applicants will continue until a satisfactory candidate is hired. Position subject to veteran's preference. EOE.
Haymaker Media Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Congratulations to Senior Brittney Aitken on signing with Concordia University to continue her education and track career. Brittney will attend Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska, in the Fall of 2021. Brittney signed today with her parents, Steve and Stacy Aitken, her brother Blake, and High School Track Coaches Trey Botts and Jacob Brummer. Also present for her signing were Matt Beisel of Concordia and Caleb Franklin, Brittney's off-season coach. Congratulations to you all!
NEW LINK for the Cozad Basketball games vs Woodriver.
YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Cozad Community Schools employment opportunity--High School Principal. Cozad Community Schools is a class C1 school having excellent facilities, utilizing a Professional Learning Community structure, technologically strong, and intent on growing leaders, is seeking qualified applications for a High School Principal for the 2021-2022 school year. Applicants should possess a valid Nebraska teaching certificate with the appropriate endorsement.
Please complete the on-line Teach in Nebraska application below and send your resume, transcript, letters of recommendation, and current Nebraska teaching certificate with proper endorsement, in PDF format, to: employment@cozadschools.net. Review of applicants will continue until a satisfactory candidate is hired. Position subject to veteran's preference. EOE.
This position comes with a competitive salary and full family insurance benefits.
Application period closes January 15, 2021.
The media production class will be live streaming the varsity Cozad vs. Ainsworth basketball games at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLv30rG730k&feature=youtu.be
Tip off for the girls game is @ 4 p.m.
Change today for Basketball games vs Ainsworth: No boys JV game. (Cancelled) Ainsworth does not enough players for Boys JV. Girls JV will be 4 quarters and will be played following the conclusion of girls Varsity game at the wellness center.
Our students and staff have been very busy preparing performances. Since they have not been able to perform for live audiences we have recorded 13 videos of High School, Middle School, Elementary and CEEC students. Please check out these performances at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Cozad Middle Schools earning academic achievement were recognized yesterday. These students were named on the Honor Roll for the 1st quarter. Students must have a GPA of 3.25 or higher. Congratulations!
Cozad Middle Schools earning academic achievement were recognized yesterday. These students were named on the All A's Honor Roll for the 1st quarter. Congratulations!
CHS Weight Room Hours
over Christmas Break 2020
December 21- (7 AM-8:30 AM)
December 22- (7 AM-8:30 AM)
December 28- (7 AM-8:30 AM)
December 29- (7 AM-8:30 AM)
December 31- (7 AM-8:30 AM)
• These are the hours the weight room will be available to students for open lifting sessions during Christmas Break.
• If the time does not work for you let Coach Cargill know via email and he can open it for you.
Reminder: The 5th Grade Honor Choir Performance is this morning at 8:30 am. The performance will start with the High School Band Ensemble followed by the 5th Grade Treblemakers Honor Choir. The High School Media Class will be streaming the event at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JS7nsjFXTc
Cozad Early Education Center had a very special visitor at the Kind Kids assembly today! Santa showed up to present the selected students with their certificate and yard sign! Congratulations to all students and parents! Thank you Santa!
Wrestling parents and fans—there will be no spectators allowed at the JV meet in Ravenna Friday. Also, no spectators at the Varsity dual tournament in Valentine Saturday. If these events are streamed we will post the links when we receive them.
The 5th Grade Honor Choir Performance is this Friday morning, December 18th, at 8:30 am. The performance will start with the High School Band Ensemble followed by the 5th Grade Treblemakers Honor Choir. The High School Media Class will be streaming the event at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JS7nsjFXTc
McCook Media Students will be live-streaming the McCook vs. Cozad Girls' Basketball games today, Tuesday, December 15th, on their YouTube Channel. You can watch the games at https://youtu.be/QPV0_d8_0s8
The Media Production class will be live streaming the Cozad vs. Holdrege wrestling dual this evening at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6HBgsjxEDY
Update from NSAA regarding spectators at events--"To continue to support our NSAA member schools and their efforts to keep kids in school and participating in NSAA activities, the NSAA has decided to stay with the Governor’s “Orange Phase” of the Directed Health Measure regarding fan attendance and 6-foot separation between households. Additionally, schools may allow grandparents to attend contests. Spectators, coaches, and non-active participants are required to wear face coverings at all times while attending these events." Coaches and sponsors will get updated lists from participants. This is in effect until January 4, 2021.
Runza Girls' Holiday Basketball Tournament 2020--December 22nd, 28th and 29th. Game on the 22nd is played at home, 28th is played in WoodRiver and on the 29th in Central City.
Runza Boys' Holiday Basketball Tournament 2020--December 22nd, 28th and 29th. Game on the 22nd is played at home, 28th is played in WoodRiver and on the 29th in Central City.
The Media Production class will be live streaming the 9/10 Cozad vs. Broken Bow basketball game this evening at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2xh6xdNB70
Received this message from NSAA so today we are still limiting spectators to 25% capacity and household members only. Stay tuned for changes for next week.
The media production class will be live streaming the varsity Cozad vs. Valentine basketball games at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku4bLW3sAAo
They can also see the link at the Haymaker Media YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
Good Luck to our CHS Wrestlers and Basketball teams today--Wrestling at Colby, Kansas, and Girls' and Boys' Basketball at Hershey. Lets Go Makers! #cozadMakers
Haymaker Basketball at Hershey today will be streamed on Hershey’s YouTube Channel
https://youtu.be/oeo9PnWSW0o
Saturday Night is Retro Night in the Barn! Cozad Cheerleaders invite everyone to support their Haymakers by wearing your Retro Cozad attire! Due to health guidelines, spectators are limited so we are hoping you will dress in your retro and watch the games via the Cozad Media live stream. Please post your pictures and share on social media with the hashtag #CHSRetro We can all support our Haymakers even from home!
BREAK A LEG Cozad One-Act Team! What talent and dedication you have all shown. Best of performance all actors, crew, and coaches! Cozad will perform at the State One-Act Championships in Norfolk at 12:30 pm. The performance will be live streamed at https://video.ibm.com/channel/GbNTL9pkBcq
Calendar for Friday, December 11, 2020:
Friday, December 11th
State Play Production at Norfolk. Cozad One-Acts perform at 12:30 pm. Ticket guidelines are in place. Information will be given to the cast and crew.
Girls' and Boys' Basketball at Hershey. Spectator limited to three (3) household members per player. On arrival you will check in and identify your player.
Varsity Girls and JV Boys at 5:30 pm
Varsity Boys and JV Girls at 7:00 pm
Wrestling @ High Plains--CANCELLED
Varsity Wrestling @ Colby, Kansas, Dual Tournament. Spectators are limited to two (2) parents/guardians per wrestler.
Wrestling at McCook tonight will be streamed at https://youtu.be/hhF2e0s4L_Y
8th grade Girls’ basketball at Minden is being live streamed at http://Www.Striv.tv/channel/Minden
Covid Exposed--How to Quarantine
The Cozad Digital Media Class will live stream the 9/10 Cozad vs. McCook basketball games today through the Haymaker Media YouTube channel.. Games are at 5:00 and 6:30. Tonight's live-stream can be watched at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZcc5uswegY&feature=youtu.be
Cozad's performance at the State Championships will be live streamed tomorrow at 12:30 PM. https://video.ibm.com/channel/GbNTL9pkBcq
Thursday, December 10th
7th Grade Girls Basketball at Home at 4:30 pm. (vs. Minden). Spectators limited to 2 household members of participating athletes.
8th Grade Girls Basketball at Minden at 4:30 pm. Tickets will be provided for our athletes to give to household members for entry.
9/10 Girls' & Boys' Basketball at Home vs. McCook. Girls' at 5:00 pm and Boys' at 6:30 pm. Household members only
JV/Varsity Wrestling @ McCook at 6:30. Spectators limited to household members only.
Parents & Students: changes have been made to some of the events this week. We are updating the following document daily as updates/changes are sent to us. This document is on our website under "NEWS". We will keep a weekly update document to help communicate changes, streaming, etc.
https://www.cozadschools.net/article/362008
CHS Wrestling Parents--PLEASE NOTE: A new tournament has been added to our schedule this Friday, December 11th. CHS Wrestlers will be traveling to Colby, Kansas, for a Dual Tournament. Tournament starts at 12:00 pm. Cozad will be wrestling at the Colby High School. Due to State of Kansas guidelines, no spectators will be allowed. The duals will be live streamed at http://openspacessports.com/wp/
CHS Basketball Parents: Please note that the tickets provided by Pleasanton did not arrive on time so you will need to identify yourself at the gate. They are asking two (2) household members per player.
Congratulations Cozad Academic Decathlon Medalists!
Dante Dyches-Chandler: Gold Medal Social Science, Gold Medal Science, Gold Medal Economics, Bronze Medal Music
Sam Hermosillo: Gold Medal Social Social Science, Bronze Medal Science, Silver Medal Music
Faith Hasbrouck: Bronze Medal Social Science, Silver Medal Music
Shree Dyches-Chandler: Silver Medal Social Science, Silver Medal Science,
Payton Pond: Bronze Medal Social Science
Cozad Community School's Media's YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2JZrAydKhYx6X_dk2F3hKA
The link will display all current videos that are live and our upcoming streams.
Tuesday Activity Schedule---MS Wrestling at Gothenburg at 4:30 pm. No Spectators from visiting schools. Gothenburg will be live-streaming at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpSg9QMoJtUkc-az4UkPcFA
Girls' and Boy's JV & Varsity Basketball at Pleasanton. Games at 4:00 pm, 5:30 pm, and 7:00 pm. Tickets will be provided for our athletes to give to household members for entry. Pleasanton will be live-streaming at https://striv.tv/channel/pleasanton/
Cozad Wrestling Dual tournament will be live-streamed today. You can watch our Haymakers wrestle live at https://youtu.be/fUwtx7tdE8E
Link for Friday's dual: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw-4331VD6Y&feature=youtu.be
As our annual Wrestling Invite takes on a new look this year, CHS Media class will be streaming both Friday and Saturday. The wrestling tournament will be a dual tournament format. Live streams will be at
Friday's dual: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw-4331VD6Y&feature=youtu.be
Saturday's dual: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUwtx7tdE8E&feature=youtu.be
Good Luck today to our Cozad Haymaker Basketball teams as they begin their season at Chase County. Below are the links to be able to catch the action of the Girls & Boys basketball games.
JV Girls/Varsity Girls/Varsity Boys: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtG3OV7VgyiF5_6DXJr9FSA JV
Boys: http://webca.st/177147
The National Honor Society is working hard to further meet the needs of students at Cozad High School by putting together personal care grab bags. If you are interested in helping NHS meet these needs, they are in need of the following items in travel sizes:
- men & women shampoo and conditioner
- men & women razors
- men's shaving cream
- men's deodorant
- body wash
- spray deodorant
Donations can be delivered to the high school office. Thank you!
Below you will find the links to watch tomorrow's basketball games at Chase County, beginning at 5:00 PM central Time
JV Girls/Varsity Girls/Varsity Boys: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtG3OV7VgyiF5_6DXJr9FSA
JV Boys: http://webca.st/177147
Parents, we apologize if you received a mass amount of old emails from PowerSchool. The issue should be fixed now.
The format of the Haymaker Wrestling Invite scheduled for this weekend will be different than in the' past. The tournament will be a dual tournament held on Friday, December 4th, and Saturday, December 5th. Wrestling begins at 2:00 pm Friday and 9:30 am Saturday. Cozad will ONLY be wrestling on Saturday. Due to health guidelines, there will be spectator restrictions. Cozad participating wrestlers are limited to ONLY household members and visiting wrestlers are limited to 2 household members. All mats will be live-streamed both days. We will provide the link on our website and social media.
HS Basketball Parents: The times for the Chase County basketball games tomorrow, Thursday, December 3rd, are as follows: JV Girls & Boys at 5:00 pm CST, Girls' Varsity 6:30 CST, and Boys' Varsity 8:00 pm CST. Please NOTE that this is different than the printed school calendar. Attendance at games are limited to 4 household members per participating player. If we are provided a streaming link, we will post on our website and social media.
Reminder, today, Wednesday, December 2, is a 2:00 dismissal for all Cozad Community School students.
Cozad Early Education Center Open Enrollment for the 2021-2022 school year.
Cozad Middle School students donated 5880 points worth of paper products and laundry detergent to the Food Pantry this year. These donations will help families in need this holiday season. High point winners were: 6th grade Jacob B and Caroline C, 7th grade Montana D and Daygn B, and 8th grade Dakota C and Makenzie M.
Thank you to all the students and parents for your contributions. It is a great day to be a Haymaker!
Just a reminder that there will not be a HS Music Concert tonight. We will be releasing a digital concert toward the end of the semester. This will also be the case for the MS music classes.
Cozad Basketball Fan Gear is now available. Support your Cozad Haymaker Boys' Basketball teams and show your Haymaker Pride! Printable forms can be found on our school website under "documents - schools - High School - 2020-21". Completed orders can be turned in at the High School or Middle School Office or to Coach Broz by Monday, December 7th at 12:30 pm. Shirts are being done locally at Brooks Screen Printing.
Reminder to parents and students: There will be a 2:00 dismissal on both Wednesday and Friday this week (December 2nd and 4th).
Attention Parents and Students: Due to the dual format for the Cozad wrestling tournament on Friday, December 4th, we are going to have an additional early dismissal (2:00) on that Friday. This is in addition to the Wednesday Dec 2nd 2:00 early dismissal.
Good Luck to our Haymaker Basketball today. 7/8 Girls' Bball vs. Broken Bow at 4:30. 8th Graders play in the Wellness Center and 7th in the Elementary Gym. NOTICE: Each participating athlete is allowed two (2) household members to attend. #cozadMakers
Happy Thanksgiving from Mrs. Regelin's PreK students. They performed the play "Bear Says Thanks" with Ms. Bell. Check out the awesome job they did!
https://youtu.be/3w_1Fgjbzwo
Huge shout out to Isaiah Walsh and Sheila Land from @ReCircled in Cozad. Today they donated 200 lbs. of clothing to the Cozad Giving Closet. These items are made from textiles that would have otherwise gone to the landfill or have been incinerated. Isaiah Walsh is the VP of Productions at the Cozad ReCircled venue. To learn more about Recircled, Visit their website or Facebook page. https://recircled.com/
The Cozad Giving Closet is organized and ran by CHS National Honor Society members. This year Claire Kostrunek and Jacey Smith are in charge of the Giving Closet. The Giving Closet is available to all students at Cozad Schools. Claire and Jacey, with help from CHS students, accepted the donation from @Recircled.
Happy Thanksgiving from Mrs. Yocom's PreK students! These students learned the play "Bear Says Thanks" in Ms. Bell's class. They did a great job!
https://youtu.be/Cp1a0X_HiOE
Happy Thanksgiving from Mrs. Keuecker's Pre-K class! Students are performing the play "Bear Says Thanks" with Ms. Bell. Enjoy!
https://youtu.be/sG-_eGv3QbQ
Thanksgiving Break--No school Wednesday-Friday. Happy Thanksgiving!
CCSA Post-Secondary Education loan for Cozad High School graduates. Deadline is January 15, 2021.
CHS Seniors and Parents: Mr. Monrroy has updated the scholarship webpage for the class of 2021. Updates include a few more local scholarships, state & national scholarships, and college specific scholarships. Emails are sent out to students when any update has been made.
https://cozadhighscounselors.weebly.com/scholarships.html
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Middle School Parents: Just a reminder that only parents of the participating athlete are allowed to attend MS Girls' Basketball games in Cozad. There will be a list at the gate of athletes and parents. We apologize that our MS student-body, extended family, and fans cannot attend at this time due to the new Directive Health Measures. Any questions, please call AD, Jeremy Yilk, at the High School at 308-784-2744.
Congratulations to Haymakers Jacob Weatherly, Nolan Wetovick, Kaleb Pohl, and Gunnar Armagost for being named on the 2020 Class C-1 District 7 Football Team. Also, congratulations to Aidyn Garretson, Nathan Engel, and Eli Boryca for being named All District Honorable Mention.
Reminder: Today, Wednesday, November 18th, is a 2:00 dismissal for all students.
CMS Students and Parents: Due to directive health measures, the SMASH dance scheduled for this Friday, November 20th, has been cancelled.
Good luck to our Middle School wrestlers competing at Minden today! Go Haymakers! #cozadMakers
Break a Leg Cozad One-Act Team at Holdrege today! #cozadMakers
Cozad TeamMates would greatly appreciate your support tomorrow during our annual Dine at Runza event. 10% of proceeds from the entire day (dine in, drive thru, and carry out) go towards the Cozad TeamMates chapter. Thanks for all you do daily to support the youth of Cozad!
Cozad Jaycees Holiday Shoppe for Cozad Elementary Students (Age 5 through 5th grade).
We just received notification from Minden that they have cancelled the streaming of the MS Wrestling meet today. #cozadMakers
Today's JH wrestling meet in Minden will be streamed via striv.https://striv.tv/channel/minden/
Cozad Parents & Fans: All JAMBOREE basketball games will be cancelled for the 2020-21 season. Games were to have been played from November 23-25, 27, 28, 30 and December 1st. The jamboree game proceeds were to be donated to the Nebraska High School Hall of Fame. The NSAA feels it is best at this time to not have these games to allow us the best opportunity to play games at the start of our season on December 3rd.
To our Cozad One-Act friends and family: The calendar shows that tomorrow (Saturday, 11/14) is scheduled to be our One-Act Dinner Theatre. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are only able to allow pre-approved immediate family members to this performance. We look forward to being able to share an online streaming performance with all of you on Saturday, December 5th. #cozadMakers
Congratulations Reagan Armagost, Biz Tvrdy, Emma Coen, and Tayler Chytka on being named on the 2020 SWC All Conference Softball Team! Good job Lady Haymakers! #cozadMakers
Congratulations to CHS Senior Brittney Aitken who was named to the 2020 SWC Volleyball Honorable Mention Team. #cozadMakers
Girls Basketball Fan Gear for the 20-21 season! We ask that you email your order to zach.stauffer@cozadschools.net or give it to the HS Office for Coach Stauffer to pick up. These order forms are due on Nov. 23rd! Also these are only in Men's & Youth Boy's sizes. Please make checks payable to Cozad Community Schools.
Congratulations to CHS Teacher, Mr. Ron Bubak, who was awarded the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Cozad Post 890 Teacher of the Year award! Mr. Bubak was recognized at the Veteran's Day Service and following the program, Officer Brad Peltier presented the award to Mr. Bubak.
MS Wrestling Parents and Fans--The MS Wrestling Invite in Arnold tomorrow (Thursday 11/12) will be live-streamed. They will send out the link tomorrow and we will post it. It will also be posted to the Arnold Public Schools Facebook page and the Callaway Public Schools Facebook page. #cozadMakers
Cozad High School Veteran's Day Event @ 10:00 a.m.:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSiaIAzP5lk&feature=youtu.be
The Haymaker football team will have its recognition banquet this Thursday November 12th in the HS gym from 6-6:30 PM. All players and parents are welcome to attend, mask and distancing protocols will be in effect. Enter through the south gym door as it will be unlocked at 5:45. Seating will be in the north bleachers only. We will recognize the years achievements, participants, and letter winners for this season.
Due to the new Directive Health Measures that Governor Ricketts put into place which begin on Wednesday, November 11th, our Veterans’ Day Service at 10:00 am will be modified to meet these new guidelines. We are now limited to 25% capacity in the gymnasium, therefore, the only people in attendance in the gym for the service will be individuals performing/speaking, keynote speaker, and community members. High School and Middle School students will watch the service from their classroom through a live-stream. Community members are invited to attend but according to the new DHM, masks are required along with social distancing. For those community members who cannot attend or feel more comfortable at home, we will be live-streaming the service. The live-stream will be at 10:00 am on our school YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSiaIAzP5lk&feature=youtu.be
The 5th Grade Honor Choir will be presenting a short Veterans Day program on Wednesday, November 11th at 9 am to the elementary students. The program will be live-streamed and you can view it at https://youtu.be/9UDbu08eCs0
We hope you join them virtually!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for the following positions: · Special Education Paraprofessional · TLC Paraprofessional · Title I Paraprofessional Pars require a High School Diploma or GED and must pass a Para Assessment or have the minimum amount of college credit. You will work closely with the teacher in your assigned classrooms and support them in their duties. Tasks may change depending on the needs of the students. Ideal candidate is caring, compassionate and dedicated to the students’ success. Openings are 9-month, 35 hour per week positions at the Elementary School. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
7th & 8th Grade Wrestling Parents--Due to the Governor's new Health Directives announced today, the South Loup Wrestling Invite is back to NO SPECTATORS. We are so sorry, but we were just notified by them. We will pass on any information they send us regarding the invite and/or streaming. #cozadMakers
High School Winter Sports Parent Meeting on tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:00 pm in the High School Gym. Parents and athletes are encouraged to attend as we will be discussing the new winter sports guidelines/changes. Masks are required. Thank you for your cooperation.
Veteran’s Day Service, this Wednesday, November 11th, at 10:00 am. We will practice all social distancing guidelines and masks are mandatory. We appreciate your cooperation as this is a very important service to our community. Please monitor our website or social media for any updates.
CHS Seniors and Parents: Mr. Monrroy has created a new web page that he will update frequently with scholarship opportunities and resources. Please make sure you bookmark this page and visit frequently! You can also navigate to it on our website under "students".
https://cozadhighscounselors.weebly.com/seniors.html
Attention MS Wrestling Parents--We have just been informed that the 7th/8th grade wrestling invite at South Loup this Thursday is now allowing 1 spectator per wrestler. Spectators name must be given to Coach Mraz by Wednesday.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for the following positions:
· Special Education Paraprofessional
· TLC Paraprofessional
· Title I Paraprofessional
Pars require a High School Diploma or GED and must pass a Para Assessment or have the minimum amount of college credit. You will work closely with the teacher in your assigned classrooms and support them in their duties. Tasks may change depending on the needs of the students. Ideal candidate is caring, compassionate and dedicated to the students’ success.
Openings are 9-month, 35 hour per week positions at the Elementary School. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Parents: Last month we sent out a survey to parents of Cozad Community School students regarding internet and device access at home. Thank you to all who responded! We had approximately 65% of our parents complete the survey. We are reaching out again and asking those who have not had time to complete the survey, to take just a few minutes to answer 5 simple questions regarding your child(ren). PLEASE NOTE: This information that is being collected is NOT for planning any school closure--it is data that we submit to the Nebraska Department of Ed. The data we submit will hopefully help us with receiving some funding from the state. In order to collect this information, we are asking you to complete this form for EACH student you have in our District (PreK-12th grade). For detailed information about why we need this information, visit our website. Thank You. The form can be found at: https://rb.gy/asmcmy
Attention MS Wrestling Parents & Fans--The MS Wrestling Invite at Sutherland tomorrow, November 5th, will be live-streamed by Sutherland Schools. The tournament starts at 2:00 pm and will be streamed at
https://youtu.be/NfFQv1VEBgk
Reminder--today, Wednesday, November 4th, is a 2:00 dismissal for all students PreK-12. #cozadMakers
Middle School Wrestling Parents and Fans: We have just been notified that spectators will not be allowed at the MS Wrestling Invite this Thursday, November 5th, at Sutherland. #cozadMakers
Parents & Fans--We have been notified that no spectators will be allowed at the MS Wrestling meet at South Loup JH next week (Thursday, Nov. 12th). #cozadMakers
Attention Parents & Students: Changes to the printed schools calendar for this week (November 2-7).
MS Wrestling is on Thursday, Nov. 5th at 2:00 (not on Friday as stated on printed calendar)
One-Acts on Friday, Nov. 6th, and Saturday, Nov. 7th in Loup City and Gothenburg have been cancelled.
No MS Girls' Basketball on Saturday, Nov. 7th (7th and 8th grade games in Lexington and McCook have been cancelled).
High School Winter Sports Parent Meeting on Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:00 pm in the High School Gym. Parents and athletes are encouraged to attend as we will be discussing the new winter sports guidelines/changes. Masks are required. Thank you for your cooperation.
CHS Football check in will be Thursday November 5th right after school. Make sure all equipment is washed and clean.
#cozadMakers
Calendar Correction---The date and time on the printed school calendar is incorrect for the MS Wrestling at Sutherland (calendar shows this Friday). The correct information is: MS Wrestling at Sutherland is on Thursday, 11.5.20, @ 2:00 CST.
CMS Students--Reminder Friday for Red Ribbon Week is "Put a STOP to Drugs". Wear RED!
Havoc Makers--Cozad Girls' Youth Basketball Program will begin on Sunday evening, November 8th. This basketball program is for girls in grades K-8. For more information and registration form visit our website at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/987050/Girls_Bball_2020_Youth_Program.pdf
Parents, Students and Community Members:
As you are probably aware, Two Rivers has moved their dial to RED status for this week. Superintendents in the area received an email yesterday from Two Rivers telling us how "impressed they are with the measures we have implemented to protect our students and staff. Schools have proven to be a very safe place for those in the buildings with very little school-based transmissions of COVID19. Having seen the strenuous efforts area schools have employed to protect their students and staff, we are recommending changes in school based plans to allow continuance of in person schooling during pandemic levels of risk."
Thus under the recommendation of Two Rivers and our own tracing, as can be seen daily on our dashboard, we are going to continue what we are doing. At this time, Cozad Community Schools is not moving our dial. As a parent and/or community member you can monitor our Covid tracking status at https://rb.gy/jw7yb7 . This information is updated daily. Please be assured we are doing everything possible to maintain a safe environment for your child.
Sincerely,
Mr. Ron Wymore, Superintendent
Cozad Community Schools
CMS Students--Reminder Thursday for Red Ribbon Week is "Team Up Against Drugs". Wear sports attire!
We have been notified through USDA and the Nebraska Department of Education Nutrition Services that our eligibility to offer all PreK-12 students’ a free breakfast and free lunch has been extended through the 2020-2021 school year. For lunches, the meal and one milk will be free, however, if a student has an additional milk they will be charged for the milk. At the middle school and high school students choosing to eat via the a-la-carte will still be charged.
CMS Students--Reminder Wednesday for Red Ribbon Week is "It's CRAZY to do Drugs". Wear Crazy hair, attire, etc!
Congratulations to senior, Rebecca Shaffer, on a school-record achievement. Becca has been selected as a member of the Nebraska All-State Honor Choir for the 3rd time. The only other student in school history selected 3 times was Donita Johansen who was selected for band in 1951 & 1952, and choir in 1953. Becca now holds the record for number of years for one ensemble. This year the choir will be in a digital format due to COVID-19.
Maker Youth Basketball Program for students in grades 1-3 and 4-8. Program information and registration form have been posted on our website. A printable PDF document can be found under "Documents > Schools > Middle School (or elementary) > 2020-2021". Links to the documents are also below.
Grades 1-3
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/983451/CYBA_Youth_Basketball_Camp_1-3.pdf
Grades 4-8
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/983454/CYBA_Youth_Basketball_Program_Letter_4-8.pdf
CMS Students--Reminder Tuesday for Red Ribbon Week is "Support each other to stay Drug Free". TWIN DAY!
CHS Cross Country Runners and Families--The XC Banquet is this Thursday, October 29th, at 6pm at Camp Comeca. #cozadMakers
CMS Students--Reminder Monday for Red Ribbon Week is "Wake Up Drug Free". Wear Pajamas or Sweats!
The Haymakers will play St. Paul at St. Paul at 7PM on Friday October 30 in the first round of the C-1 football playoffs. #cozadMakers
Haymaker Football has qualified for the State Playoffs. Attached is a flyer for playoff apparel if you are interested. Hard copies will be available in the HS office Monday morning. All orders and payments (Cozad Community Schools) must be turned in to the HS office or Coach Cargill by 12 Noon on Monday the 26th. Please fill out order forms completely. Go Big C!
Cozad Middle School will be recognizing Red Ribbon next week (October 26-30) by dress up days. Each day will remind students of the importance and their pledge to live a drug-free life.
Cozad Middle School is holding their annual paper product drive. All donations go directly to the Cozad Food Pantry. The only items that can be donated this year are paper towels, toilet paper, kleenex and laundry soap. Donations are due by Wednesday, November 18th.
C1-11 Sub-District Bracket. Cozad faces Gothenburg on 10/26/2020 at 5:00 pm. C1-11 Sub-district games are played at Gothenburg High School
Maker Youth Basketball Program is an opportunity for young athletes to improve their basketball skills, learn life lessons, and have FUN! All players will receive a Cozad Basketball T-Shirt. Sign up forms will be available at any of the Cozad School offices or contact Coach Broz for more information at nick.broz@cozadschools.net
Congratulations to the new National Honor Society Members and the CCSA Award winners. Awards and Induction will be this evening, Tuesday, October 20th, at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium. We are proud of all of you!
Middle School ONLINE Book Fair October 19th - November 1st. A great selection of books for all ages! All orders are shipped directly to you and all proceeds benefit the MS library. If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Walls at jennifer.walls@cozadschools.net. Online book fair can be found at: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cozadmiddleschool21
State Cross Country send off — Wednesday Oct 21st @ 1:30 pm in the HS gym.
Southwest Conference Volleyball at
McCook High School & McCook Community College, Friday, October 23rd
The media production class will be live streaming the 7:00 p.m. varsity Cozad Haymaker volleyball match vs. Elm Creek on October 19th at the following link:
https://youtu.be/mNeHeAdeThI
Football parents please be at the stadium by 6:30 for parents night. Senior parents will report to the south end of track to walk out with their sons. Parents of underclassmen will be recognized in the stands when their son's name is called.
CHS Parents & Students--Due to the recent increase of Covid-19 in the Two Rivers Health District, and the "uptick" we are experiencing in our area, the Homecoming Dance scheduled for Oct. 24th will be postponed. Our hope is that the situation improves so that we may find a date in November. Keep in mind that the health and well-being of our students is our primary concern.
Congratulations State Cross Country Qualifiers — Mallory Applegate 4th
Karyn Burkholder 11th
REMINDER—Tomorrow, Friday, October 16th is a 1:00 EARLY OUT for all students.
Congratulations to the CHS Fall 2020 National Honor Society Inductees:
Jacob Beckenhauer, Jaden Nelson , Noah Morales, and Addison Svajgr.
All Spring 2020 (ceremony delayed due to Covid) and Fall 2020 members will be inducted on Tuesday, October 20 at 7 P.M.
Reminder, tomorrow October 14th is our picture retake day. If your child missed pictures the first time, or you would like them retaken this information is for you.
Pictures will be taken starting at 8 am at the HS. CEEC and elementary students will be taking the bus to the HS. The bus will leave the elementary school at 8:15.
You MUST send the original pictures with your child the day of retakes.
The media production class will be live streaming the 7:00 p.m. varsity Cozad Haymaker volleyball game vs. Minden on October 13th at the following link:
https://youtu.be/-e-0NnKCqlc
Middle Football tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, at home against Gothenburg. 7th grade plays at 5:00 pm and 8th grade following at approximately 6:30. Both games will be 4 quarters. Come cheer on your MS Haymakers at their final game of the season.
Order by email or an online order form will be coming soon!
Dance with the Cozad Dance Team
Dear Parents and Dancers,
After close consultation with our administration and school board, we have made the difficult decision to POSTPONE the Little Jazz Performance.
We want to thank each of you for your support, understanding and encouragement throughout this time. As everyone has reminded us, great things happen when a community binds together and supports one another. For this reason, we plan to host Little Jazz on November 24th, 2020 during the season opener with Kearney Catholic. We will finalize the details and share more information with you in the coming weeks.
If you have already paid for your Little Jazz Registration, you may choose to have me hold that deposit until camp in November or receive a refund. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. Contact information: Coach Mckenzie Crowe, mckenzie.crowe@cozadschools.net
Thanks for your cooperation! We'll see you on November 24th!!
Cozad High School Dance Team
Haymaker Fans--reminder of the Girls State Golf Send-Off this afternoon at 2:45. Guests please sit in the southwest section of the bleachers. Masks are required. Come join us in cheering on Lynzi. #cozadMakers
Parents & Students--Please note that the survey that was sent out earlier this week is for data that we must collect for the district and the Nebraska Department of Education. We are NOT going to remote learning and we continue to follow all protocols to keep school in session. Thank you for your support.
State Golf Send-Off
Good luck Cozad Cross Country at SWC today in Gothenburg! #cozadMakers
Parents, many of you received a text this evening from our district asking to complete a short survey for EACH child you have in our district. More Information regarding the reason and use of this survey will be emailed to parents and posted on our website tomorrow. Again, we would appreciate you completing this for us so we can submit our results to the Department is Education.
Cozad High School Art Teacher, Mr. Trey Botts, will be recognized this evening at the Henri Museum as their "Artist of the Month". The reception will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and the public is invited to attend. Congratulations Mr. Botts.
Results from District Girls Golf today:
The team placed 4th place with a 407 and Lynzi Becker qualified for State Golf!
Lynzi- 84 (3rd place)
Miranda- 106
Karissa-108
Sydney- 109
Makenna- 126
Good job Lady Haymakers and congratulations on a great season!
Thank you to the Cozad MTSS team and an anonymous donor for the new footballs for our elementary students! The kids are going to have fun at recess with these!
Parents: Picture retakes will be on Wednesday, October 14th. Students that missed the original picture day or would like their picture retaken will have it done on this day. All retakes will be at the High School and the elementary and CEEC will bus students over. If your child is having retakes, If these are retakes, you MUST send the original pictures with your child the day of retakes.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional at the Elementary School. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Important Update: The Middle School football games vs. Minden today (Tuesday, Oct 6th) have been cancelled. There will be NO 7th or 8th grade games today. #cozadMakers
Seniors, this is a great opportunity for you. Mark your calendars!
Haymaker Softball Sub-Districts— Cozad beats Gothenburg in 5 innings 8-0 #cozadMakers
Change in Middle School football games tomorrow, October 6: The 8th grade football team will play a full game at 5:00 PM and the 7th graders will follow immediately after the 8th grade game playing only 2 quarters.
Good Luck CHS Softball at Sub-Districts today! Cozad faces Gothenburg at 5:00 pm in Southern Valley. #cozadMakers
Haymaker Fans: With the upcoming Sub-District and District events, we wanted to share the 2020 NSAA Guidelines for ALL sub-districts, districts, and playoffs for the NSAA. The following information is directly from NSAA:
As the fall regular season draws to a close, the NSAA calls upon member schools to host sub-districts, districts, and playoffs for the NSAA. In most activities, the team with the highest seed earns the right to host these events. In other activities, member schools volunteer to host. The health and safety of students, staff, and local communities remain the priority of the NSAA. The NSAA is implementing the following requirements for host schools of all NSAA fall sub-district, district, and playoff contests:
*Participants are permitted to wear face coverings during competition, but not required.
*Coaches and non-active participants are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings.
*Spectators are required to wear face coverings at all times while attending indoor events.
*Spectators are required to wear face coverings at all times while attending outdoor events when physical distancing (6ft) is not possible.
*The host school may establish additional requirements in consultation with local health departments. Any additional requirements implemented by the host school must be the same for all teams, officials, and spectators.
All participating schools and spectators are expected to adhere to these requirements. Communication, flexibility, and patience will be key in helping to support our high school student participants as they pursue an NSAA State Championship this fall. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Congratulations to the 20-21 CMS newly elected Student Congress! 8th Grade representatives are: Brock Malcom, Mara Stubbs, Erica Weatherly, and Jorja Yocom. 7th Grade memebers are Camryn Yilk, Clatyn Fleharty, Taryn Chytka, and Rugor Aden. 6th Grade members are Ethan Atchison, Brayden Barber, Braelyn Malcom, and Morgan Mraz. Congratulations students!
Softball Subdistrict C-10 on Monday, October 5th, hosted by Southern Valley, played at Bill Dunkhas Memorial Park, Stamford. Cozad faces Gothenburg at 5:00 pm. Good Luck Lady Haymakers!
First responders are hard at work in Mrs. Regelin’s class!
SUPERINTENDENT OPENING
Cozad Community Schools has a vacancy for the position of Superintendent of Schools to begin July 1, 2021. Cozad Community Schools has a supportive community with great pride in the school district. The district has a reputation for excellent staff, a dedicated school board, and administrators who care. The district PK – 12 enrollment is 947 students. Please contact Shari Becker at NASB for more information sbecker@nasbonline.org or 800-422-4572. You can also visit the following link https://nasb.myrevelus.com/client/search/9
Game Day! Go Haymakers! (Image created by Digital Media Student. )
Ogallala will be live streaming tonight's match up with the Cozad Haymakers. The live stream can be found at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4htdBIEkyMyYdzUFzEdypA
For the past several years, Cozad Early Education Center has had a focus on the importance of being kind. This year, they expanded the program to include a yard sign and bracelet to the kids being recognized at a monthly assembly. Each child in the school will also receive a t-shirt to wear on assembly days. Congratulations to all the September winners! Thanks to Jacob and Tayler for being great role models for our PreK students.
NSAA & US Bank announced the 2020-2021 Believers & Achievers finalists. We are proud and happy to share that Senior Landry Geiger has been chosen as one of 48 recipients across the state of Nebraska. Congratulations Landry!
Post Season Protocols from NSAA. This information pertains to all sub-district, district, and play-off activities.
NOTICE: Please note that the Varsity Football game this Friday, October 2nd, is a 7 pm game CENTRAL TIME (6:00 pm Mountain/Ogallala time). #cozadMakers
Calendar Update: On next Tuesday, October 6th, BOTH 7th & 8th grade football teams will play at home against Minden. 7th graders kick off is 5:00 pm and 8th grade to follow. #cozadMakers
Attention HS Volleyball 🏐 Parents and Fans: A reserve VB triangular @ Lexington HS has been added to our schedule on October 1st. Games times are at 6:00 pm (vs Ogallala) and 7:00 pm (vs Lexington). #cozadmakers
Congratulations to the September Cozad Elementary “Cozad Kids Caught With Character”. The theme for this month was respect.
If you are interested in the flu shot clinic that will be held at school next Tuesday, Oct. 6th, you are not too late. Please get your consent form downloaded from the school’s website (cozadschools.net), complete it and make a copy of insurance card. Turn both papers into the school secretary asap.
https://www.cozadschools.net/article/308205?org=cozad-schools
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad Haymaker Volleyball Triangular on Tuesday, September 29th at the following links:
Match #1 @ 5:00 p.m. - https://youtu.be/wfcXMbEHOtc
Match #2 @ 7:00 p.m. - https://youtu.be/emxMEyZFais
Elementary Parents: There will be NO Kindergarten/1st Grade Music Concert on October 15th and NO 2nd/3rd Grade Music Concert on December 17th. We are hoping we can reschedule these in the Spring. #cozadMakers
Reminder for 7th/8th Football 🏈Parents and Fans—The 7th/8th MS football game vs Broken Bow will now be played in Cozad on 9.29.20. Cozad 8th vs Broken Bow A @ 5:00 pm. Cozad 7th vs Broken Bow B (2 Qtrs) following the conclusion of the 5:00 pm game. #cozadmakers
Attention Girls Golf ⛳️Parents and Fans: ️The Cozad Invite on Monday, September 28th will now start at 10:00 am at the Cozad Country Club. #cozadmakers
Attention MS VB Parents and Athletes: Schedule for Thursday September 24th @ Kearney Catholic will be as follows. The 4:00 C-Game will be a mix of 7th and 8th. Coaches will give more information to the athletes.
4:00 PM C game (2 out of 3; third set to 15)
4:45 PM 7th grade (2 out of 3; third set to 15)
5:30 PM 8th grade (2 out of 3; third set to 15)
Update on Varsity Volleyball at Holdrege this Saturday, September 26th:
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Holdrege Volleyball Invite will be held as two ***4 TEAM Quads on Saturday, September 26th. Cozad will be in Pool B at Holdrege High School. Game times will be 10:00, 12:30, and 2:30. These are approximate times. Once games are complete they will start warming up for the next set of games. All Cozad's games are at Holdrege High School.
Varsity ONLY Volleyball at Maxwell Thursday, Sept. 24th. Cozad vs. Maxwell at 5:00 pm and Cozad vs. Sutherland at 6:00 pm. Please note the following guidelines provided by Maxwell for our fans attending this Triangular:
*Visiting fans will be allowed to enter the premise 30 minutes prior to the start of the game
*All attendees will enter through the west activity entrance. We will have a door marked home and a door marked away. Please enter accordingly.
*All fans will have their temperature checked and will be required to wear a mask for the duration of their stay inside of our building. There will be no exceptions to this rule. If you are not willing to do this, please don’t show up. Thanks for your cooperation.
*Anybody who has a temperature of 100.4 or higher will not be allowed to come into the building.
*A free will donation bucket will be set up in place of ticket takers.
*Programs will be distributed electronically. We will post a link on our Facebook page. We will also have a QR code at the gate that you can scan to access the program
*Once entered, visiting fans should head to the south side of the gym to watch the game.
*No concessions will be available at the game.
New DHMs from the Nebraska Association of Local Health Directors--September 21, 2020.
Congratulations CHS 2020 Homecoming Royalty—Queen Tayler Chytka and King Joey Orellana
Seniors, Juniors, and Parents: EducationQuest is offering a free Virtual Financial Aid Program on the following dates: September 21st, September 22nd, September 23rd, and September 24th. Participants will learn all about filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), as well as how to hunt for scholarships! Those of you who attend this virtual program will also earn a chance to earn a $500 scholarship! There are programs available in English and Spanish. It is strongly encouraged to have your parents/guardians join in on this meeting, since they will be needed to fill out your FAFSA.
To sign up and register for one of these programs, visit https://www.educationquest.org/11th-12th-grade-students/paying-for-college/attend-a-financial-aid-program/
Parents & Students--Changes in our Spectator Guidelines were posted on our website this week. HS & MS students can sit in the student section or with their family. Elementary students must sit with family and not be left unattended. In addition, there will be NO playing football or gathering outside the Stadium or High School or Wellness Center area during the game. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Change in location—The 7th/8th MS football game vs Broken Bow will now be played in Cozad on 9.29.20.
Cozad 8th vs Broken Bow A @ 5:00 pm.
Cozad 7th vs Broken Bow B (2 Qtrs) @ following the conclusion of the 5:00 pm game.
The 8th VB @ Holdrege on Tuesday, September 22nd, will now be at 4:30 pm @ the HS gym in Holdrege (Please note that time has changed from 4:00 to 4:30)
Attention Middle School VB 🏐Parents: The 7th/8th VB Invite on 9.26.20 will now be a duel with Broken Bow. Game time is still 9:00 am. 8th @ HS Gym / 7th @ Wellness Center. #cozadmakers
Comparing symptoms of COVID/Cold/Flu/Allergies/Asthma--This chart may be helpful to parents. It's been prepared by The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Thank you to Cozad Runza for supporting our students and schools! Mark your calendar for NEXT Tuesday, September 22nd.
CHS & CMS Students: Reminder, make sure you charge your chromebooks and bring to school tomorrow! Students will be taking the MAPs Assessment and will need their device charged.
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad Haymaker Volleyball matches this weekend Saturday, September 12th at the following links:
12:30 p.m. Cozad vs. Centura- https://youtu.be/ohEK8AyIE7E
2:30 p.m. Cozad vs. Valentine- https://youtu.be/7cR4WdrTbgk
5:30 p.m. Cozad vs. Sidney- https://youtu.be/TtyaQLMxOYg
Due to low numbers for both teams, the JV Football game with North Platte on 9.14.20 has been cancelled.
Parents--Reminder if you are using the PowerSchool App, our District Code is currently not working; however you can use the following steps to sign into the app:
Click ‘Where’s My District Code?”
Click “Enter Server Address"
Enter the server address: powerschool.cozadschools.org
Cozad Volleyball Tournament tomorrow, Saturday, September 12th. Cozad's first game is at 12:30 in the HS Gym. Good Luck Lady Haymakers!
Cozad Softball Invite on Saturday, September 12th at Bellamy Field. Good luck to our softball team!
Congratulations to Lynzi Becker who broke two school records today at the Lexington Girls Golf Invite. She shot 34-40 for a 74!
Congratulations CHS Top 5 Homecoming Candidates. Queen candidates include Ally Shotkoski, Biz Tvrdy, Emma Coen, Makenna White, and Tayler Chytka. King candidates are Gunnar Armagost, Jacob Engel, Jaiden Nelsen, Joey Orellana, and Kaleb Pohl.
Guidelines for Arapahoe Volleyball Triangular on 9.15.20
ARAPAHOE PANDEMIC RESPONSE COMMITTEE GUIDELINES HS JV & VARSITY VOLLEYBALL PUBLIC ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE:
1. Doors will not open to fans until 4:15 pm to limit interaction between students and adults.
2. Fans are to self-monitor temperature prior to game and stay home if they have a fever of over 100.4°F or has COVID-19 symptoms that cannot be attributed to another condition.
3. Fans will enter the south and west doors.
4. Facemasks are required while in the building.
5. Every other row of seating will be taped off for social distancing purposes.
6. The court is off limit to fans.
7. Fans please exit the building when games are finished so there is no congregating in the commons area.
8. The south restrooms will be for use by the home team the north and gym restrooms will be for the visiting team.
9. Teams will not switch benches and will not shake hands before or after games.
10. All games will be available on https://striv.tv/channel/arapahoe/ for those who do not wish to follow these guidelines
Homecoming Theme Days next week (Sponsored by Cozad Spirit Club)
The Minden Girls' Golf Triangular that was originally scheduled for this past Tuesday (September 8th) has been cancelled (originally it was postponed due to weather but it will not be rescheduled). #cozadMakers
The Varsity Triangular Volleyball meet on Tuesday, Sept. 15th is now Varsity ONLY. Due to numbers, Alma and Arapahoe do not have a JV team to play that evening.
The following information has been shared with Cozad Fans from Sidney in regards to the Cozad vs. Sidney football game tomorrow evening:
Stadium Event Information:
Sidney High School will allow 75% capacity for its outdoor facilities. If we reach this percentage, entrance gates will be closed.
Visiting fans will use the north gate under the scoreboard and sit in the west bleachers.
Masks are strongly recommended for outdoor events and practice social distancing when possible.
$5 for adults, $4 for students.
Fans are encouraged to bring exact change for entrance fees.
Restrooms:
There will be portable restrooms for the visiting team (west side of stadium) available with hand sanitizer inside.
Home section restrooms are available for fans using the east side of the stadium.
Social distancing while waiting in line is encouraged.
Concessions:
There will be two concession stands (one at the home entrance and one on the visitor side). Pre-packaged food only.
Social distancing while waiting in line is encouraged.
Student & Band Sections:
Sidney students are required to wear masks.
Visiting student and band sections are strongly encouraged to wear masks.
Cheer/Dance teams are required to wear masks unless they are performing.
Fan Sections:
Fans are strongly encouraged to wear masks.
Fans are strongly encouraged to sit with family.
Due to popular request we are doing a FB apparel order. This order must be turned in by September 15th. You may bring these to the HS office or to Coach Cargill. Do not leave them in Coach Cargill's box. Please forward to anyone who may be interested. There will be a 2 week turnaround once ordered.
We have been notified through USDA and the Nebraska Department of Education Nutrition Services that we are eligible to offer all our PreK-12 students’ a free breakfast and free lunch. For lunches, the meal and one milk will be free, however, if a student has an additional milk they will be charged for the milk. At the middle school and high school students choosing to eat via the a-la-carte will still be charged. This program will be effective starting Monday, September 14th and will be available each day that school is in session to possibly the end of the first semester (December 18).
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad Haymaker Volleyball Triangular on Thursday, September 10th at the following links #cozadMakers
Match #1 @ 5:00 p.m. - https://youtu.be/q9NrIg2ft4I
Match #2 @ 7:00 p.m. - https://youtu.be/7BjxGaRvuqY
Busy weekend for the Haymakers! We are reaching out for community help to make these events a success. We are in need of workers for Saturday afternoon (12:15-5:00) at the Cozad Volleyball Invite. Please call Roxanne at the HS office if you are willing to help. #cozadMakers
The JV Football game tonight will be played on the west practice field north of the Wellness Center at 5:30 pm. There will not be any seating provided for spectators.
The Softball Triangular at Hastings today, Tuesday, September 8th has been postponed. #cozadMakers
Due to weather forecast, the Girls golf triangular in Minden tomorrow has been postponed.
Attentions 🏈 Parents and Fans: The JV Football game with Minden has been scheduled for this Tuesday (9.8.20) at 5:30 pm. This date just became available for both teams. #cozadmakers
Announcement Update--Effective September 1st, 2020 --For pre-K-12 teachers, para-educators and other certificated and non-certificated staff employed by schools who have had close contact with a person whom has tested positive, or has had close contact with a person whom has a test pending and is symptomatic, or has had close contact with a person with one or more of the Covid symptoms. Educational Workers may meet the following Conditions while performing their duties of their employment with schools In Lieu of Quarantine:
1. appropriately wear a face covering or mask for 14 days following exposure, AND
2. practice social distancing, AND
3. self-monitor twice daily for fever and other symptoms listed above for fourteen days and have no symptom development
This means if a school employee is told to quarantine they may come to work following the above guidelines. If the staff member is a teacher or para, students will be asked to wear masks in that classroom.
Reminder: Today, Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, is a 2:00 dismissal for all students. #cozadMakers
Join us this Friday and before the Cozad vs Wood River game!
Good Luck Cozad Volleyball this evening. Cozad plays at home against Lexington. Games begin at 5:00
The media production class will be live streaming the varsity Cozad vs. Lexington volleyball match this evening at 7 p.m. at the following link:
https://youtu.be/EeC-hxSec8Y
There is NO JV Football this evening (Monday, Aug. 31). The game with Minden JV has been canceled. JV players will have regular practice. #cozadMakers
Updates:
We are running the 3 pickup and dropoff town bus routes. Frenchy Park, Horizon Mobile Homes and Cover Trailer Court.
Starting Monday (8/31) we will go to lunch being served on trays instead of boxed lunches.
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applications for a custodian at our Cozad Early Education Center and District Office. This is a full time 12-month position. Benefits include health, dental & vision
insurance. Application forms are available at the Cozad Community Schools District Office, 1910 Meridian Avenue or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-
2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Holdrege Softball Program for Softball Invite on Saturday can be found at the following link:
https://docs.google.com/drawings/d/1ndAnALJffguppLTOlltGYlSX2WtUeyfwONVJvjrqjT4/edit
The CEPO has extra 2019-2020 Cozad Elementary yearbooks available. Price is $15.00. Contact jill.albrecht@cozadschools.net if you would like to purchase a yearbook.
CHS Spectator Guidelines have been posted for indoor and outdoor activities (HS Gym/Stadium). Please visit our website link below to review these guidelines. We continue to follow health safety directives and these guidelines could change if necessary. If you have any questions, please contact our Activities Director at the High School office.
Indoor Spectator Guidelines at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/884801/Spectator_Announcement_Indoor_Activities.pdf
Outdoor Spectator Guidelines at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/884800/Spectator_Announcement_-_Outdoor_Activities.pdf
Parents and Students: Reminder, if you are having trouble with the PowerSchool app please see our article on our website addressing this issue. The code is not working so this is a "work-around". Please visit our site for step-by-step directions at https://www.cozadschools.net/article/291654?org=cozad-schools
Attention 🏐 & 🏈 Spectators: Here are some quick guidelines for tonight's scrimmages only. 1) Bleachers will be restricted every other row 2) Face coverings are highly recommended for both inside and outside facilities 3) Social distance as much as possible. More information will be released when visiting teams come to town. #cozadMakers
Reminder: The 🏈Football team will be having their sports drink scrimmage tonight at Haymaker Stadium @ 7:00 pm. Please bring a sports drink for admission. Help us kick off the season! #cozadmakers
Reminder: The 🏐Volleyball team will be having their sports drink scrimmage tonight at the HS gym @ 5:00 pm. Please bring a sports drink for admission. Help us get the season started! #cozadmakers
Attention 🏈 Parents: Due to the increased number of Minden HS FB players currently being held out of participation due to confirmed and presumed cases of COVID-19, the JV football game scheduled for Mon, Aug. 31st will not be played at this time. We will look to add this game on an alternative date if one becomes available. #cozadMakers
Congratulations to the following students selected as Tri-M Officers for 2020-2021. President: Landry Geiger, Vice President: Biz Tvrdy, Secretary: Angel Rigsby, and Membership Chair: Claire Kostrunek
Reminder: The 🏃🏃♀️cross country team will be having their sports drink scrimmage tonight at Camp Comeca @ 7:30 pm. Please bring a sports drink for admission. Help us get the cross country season started! #cozadmakers
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a full-time Special Education Paraprofessional at the Elementary School. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Reminder: The softball team be having their jamboree vs Hastings St. Cecilia today @ 4:30 pm @ Bellamy Park. No passes will be accepted - All proceeds go to the NE HS Sports Hall of Fame. Attached is a detailed map of fan seating, restroom and concession locations #cozadmakers
CHS Freshmen & New Student Orientation this evening, Monday, August 17th, 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Freshmen students will be able to pick up their chromebooks this evening during this time. New students will get their chromebooks the first day of classes.
Youth Football Registration sponsored by the Community Football Club will be held on Thursday, August 20th, at the Cozad Wellness Center from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Registration information can be found on the registration forms. Grades 3 & 4 are flag football and grades 5 & 6 are tackle football. The community organization will also try to have wrestling singlet check at the same time as the youth football registration. Singlet check in would be for grades Pre-K - 8.
Registration Forms can be found at:
Flag Football Grades 3 & 4--https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/859269/Flag_Youth_Football.pdf
Tackle Football Grades 5 & 6--https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/859270/Tackle_Youth_Football.pdf
Superintendent, Mr. Ron Wymore, will release the most up-to-date information on Monday morning regarding the opening of our schools.
Cozad Community Schools would like to welcome our new teachers! New teachers at the High School include Kristen Wilkins (Math), Emmily Reppert (Special Education), Jessica De La Torre (Family Consumer Science), Jose Monrroy (Counselor), and Jordan Haarberg (Counselor and Alternative Ed). The Middle School new teachers include Nick Broz (PE), David Evertson (Science), and student teacher, Dillon Higgins. Dillon will be student teaching under Mrs. Alisa Favinger in Math. CEEC welcomes Karsyn Bell (Special Education).
Reminder: The CHS 🥎 softball team will be having their scrimmage tonight at Bellamy Park @ 5:00 pm. Please bring a sports drink for admittance. Bleachers will not be available behind home plate. Help us kick off the Haymaker softball season! #cozadmakers
PowerSchool Parent & Student portal is now OPEN! Students can log into PowerSchool and see their schedule. If you are using the mobile app and it asks for a District Code our code is MPHZ. You can also sign in from our school website.
A big shout out to these wonderful ladies! Thank you so much to the Moms in Prayer group of the Cozad Bible Church for the amazing lunch for our staff today. We thank you for your continued generosity and prayers for our staff and students. We would also like to thank Pastor and Stacie Calhoun for making this possible.
Thank you Cozad Community Health Systems CEO Danielle Gearhart and Physician Dr. Pat Wetovick for speaking with our staff this morning. We appreciate your support and resources you are dedicating to our students and staff.
CHS Juniors & Sophomores: Chromebook pickup on Thursday (August 13th). Juniors 9:00 to 11:00 am and Sophomores 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Pick up your device at the Tech Room "window" in the hallway by Mr. Vincent's room.
Reminder that the youth football camp tshirts have arrived. They can be picked up in the HS weight room today from 1-3:30 today. Coach Cargill will be there.
CHS Seniors: If you would like to pick up your chromebook today, Wednesday, August 12th, you can come to the HS Tech Window (by Mr. Vincent's room) any time from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. If you are unable to come today, you can come Friday morning from 9:00 to 11:00. NEW students to CHS, your chromebooks will be available when classes start.
There will be no intersquad scrimmage this Saturday for the Haymaker football team. No scrimmage and no football activities Saturday.
CHS Students (and 2020 Graduates): The High School yearbooks for the 2019-2020 school year are in and ready for pick up. Graduated seniors can pick theirs up in the HS office and returning students can pick them up from Mrs. Sansone next week when school starts.
CHS Students: We have scheduled times for High School students to pick up their chromebook, charger, and forms. We would appreciate students picking them up at these scheduled times before school starts so your device can be charged and ready to go the first day of classes. NEW students will get their device the first week of school.
There will be a free kicking clinic for Haymaker football players grades 6-12 on Thursday August 13th from 9 AM-11 AM. The clinic will be on the practice fields north of the school. Mr. Josh Cherry, former K-State kicker, will be the clinic instructor. Bring cleats, shorts, tshirt. If interested email Coach Cargill at brian.cargill@cozadschools.net
If you are a Free and Reduced family and want to have your students information shared with other programs, you MUST complete the Sharing Information with Other Programs form. This form was included in the lunch information packets that were mailed out to families. Information will ONLY be shared with the programs you check. If you have any questions on your students' lunch status or need another form, please contact Brenna at 308-784-2745.
Youth football camp tshirts are in. Participants may pick them up in the high school weight room on Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-3:30 PM.
Attention Girls Golf Parents and Fans - The Dawson County Invite on Friday, September 18th will now take place at Lakeside Country Club @ Johnson Lake - New start time of 9:00 am . #cozadmakers
Attention Football Parents and Fans - The JV football game scheduled for Monday August 24th @ Holdrege HS has a new start time of 6:30 pm. #cozadmakers
Covid back to school update—Students riding route buses are REQUIRED to wear a mask on the bus.
CHS Students and Parents--The High School has opened up the PowerSchool portal so that HS students (grades 9-12) can sign in and look at their schedules. Any HS student needing to change their schedule must call the High School at 784-2744 and make an appointment with the HS Counselor. There will be no schedule changes after Friday, August 21st.
Town Bus Routes: Due to Covid restrictions, we will NOT run TOWN routes in the AFTERNOON. They will run in the morning. (We are able to drop off country route and then pick up town route in the morning, but unable to do this in the afternoon.)
Throughout the school year, Alyssa Kolbo, Katie Wilson, and Madison Rowley took Fashion Design class through the FCS department at our high school. They each designed and created an outfit and applied for Omaha Fashion Week. Where they had the chance to model their first outfits and later went on to create their own clothing line.
Madi and Katie both used their deigns to compete in STAR. Madi competed in Fashion Construction earning 1st at Districts and 4th at State. Katie competed in Fashion Design earning 1st at Districts, 2nd at State, and 2nd at Nationals!!!
So proud of each of these young ladies for their accomplishments!!!
#CHS #NebraskaFCCLA
Attention Volleyball Parents and Fans - The volleyball jamboree contest scheduled for Aug 21st @ South Loup HS has been cancelled. This will now be a Gatorade scrimmage starting @ 5:00 pm in the Cozad HS Gym on the same date. #cozadmakers
Parents & Students: If you have a school charger for a chromebook or iPad at your home that was not returned with the device, could you please drop off at the school. We are missing some iPad and chromebook chargers. We would greatly appreciate it!
Middle School Parents and Students— please note that there will be no new student and sixth grade orientation at 7 PM on Thursday, August 13. Instead of doing a large group orientation, the middle school has scheduled open house style times for six through eighth grade to come to the school and get their paperwork, schedules, and lockers. 6th grade parents are invited to attend with your child.
**CHANGES**UPDATED**6th Grade and New Student Orientation and Middle School schedules/paperwork pick-up and getting into lockers
Below you will find the procedures and times allowed for middle school students to pick-up their schedules, paperwork and get in their lockers. Students will only be allowed in the school building one time during that day.
Tuesday, August 11th- 1:00-4:00 PM- 8th Grade Students ONLY- no parents allowed.
Wednesday, August 12th- 1:00-4:00 PM- 7th Grade Students ONLY- no parents allowed.
Thursday, August 13th- 1:00-7:00 PM- 6th Grade Students, NEW students and parents are allowed.
Friday, August 14th- 1:00-4:00 PM- Any student that did not make their scheduled time will be allowed.
Youth football camp begins tomorrow (Tuesday) with grades 4-6 at 8:30-10 AM on practice fields. Grades 7 & 8 from 10 AM - 12 Noon. Still accepting registrations up till camp time.
Reminder - Fall Sports Parents Meeting tonight, Aug 3rd, @ 7:00 pm - HS GYM. This is for HS athletes and parents participating in a fall sport - use southeast doors (locker room hallway) of HS to enter. Face coverings are recommended #cozadmakers
Pick up was last week for school supplies but, if you are still needing supplies, please contact Dawn Beans at dawn.beans@cozadschools.net or 308-325-7778 to make arrangement to pick up supplies.
CHS Graduation will be streamed tomorrow morning at 11:00 am on YouTube at the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKXuKvzFlFw&feature=youtu.be
Congratulations to Mr. Hans Kloepping on his retirement! Today was Hans’ last day after serving the Cozad Community School district for the past 38 years. Thank you Hans and enjoy your retirement. You deserve it!
Cozad Community School Parents and Students: As the 2020-2021 school year approaches, there are many questions as to how the school day will look. We have created a "quick" view of our plan to begin the school year on August 19th. Please note, that this plan is always subject to change depending on the current Two River's Health status. A more detailed plan will be posted at a later date. The plan can be found under the "Document > District > 2020-21" section of our website or at https://www.cozadschools.net/article/278497
New Student Registration for Cozad Community Schools will be held on Wednesday, August 5th. This is for ONLY NEW student registration for the 2020-21 school year.
Elementary AfterZone Parents--AfterZone will not begin until after Labor Day--Tuesday, September 8, 2020.
Attention CHS Parents and Student Athletes:
Reminder - Fall Sports Parents Meeting on Monday, Aug 3rd, @ 7:00 pm in the HS GYM. Please note the new location for the meeting to accommodate social distancing. This is for HS athletes and parents participating in a fall sport.
Thank you to our annual school calendar sponsors: Homestead Bank, Security First Bank & Waypoint Bank. The school calendars were mailed out to registered students and delivered to banks. #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
PreK and Elementary Parents: There will be no Open Houses at CEEC or Cozad Elementary this year. Letters will be sent to each family with room assignments and beginning of the school year information. Thank you for understanding as we try to limit large gatherings so we can safely follow health recommendations.
The Haymaker Football team is currently selling discount cards for their summer fundraiser. The cards are $20 a piece and include local, regional, and national discounts. To purchase you may contact Coach Cargill and he will send a team member your way. brian.cargill@cozadschools.net
Attention Class of 2020 & Parents: The "live" graduation ceremony will be on Saturday, August 1st, at 11:00 am. Seniors need to be at the High School by 10:00 am dressed and ready to go. Please see the letter that was sent to you regarding dress code. Graduation Rehearsal will be on Thursday, July 30th, at 6:30 pm at CHS. If you are participating in the graduation ceremony, you must be at rehearsal.
Reminder, today, Wednesday, July 22nd, is the LAST day for Grab & Go Summer Meals. Three lunches for the rest of the week will be handed out today. Have a great rest of your summer!
Parents & Students: If you have not turned in your school device, please do so as soon as possible. The technology department needs to get the devices ready for the upcoming school year. Devices can be turned into the building offices or you can contact Mrs. Wolfe or Mrs. Irish. Thank you.
Parents & Students: If you received an email from PowerSchool enrollment, please disregard. This was an automatic email sent out through a registration portal we are experimenting with. Please note that schedules and classroom assignments are NOT complete and any email you may have received does not indicate a schedule or homeroom for the upcoming school year. We apologize for the confusion. Schedules and room assignments will be sent out in August prior to school starting. Thank you!
Attention CHS 2020 Graduates: Please comple the Graduation Questionnaire that was mailed to each senior last week. The office needs to know by July 27th information regarding attendance and guests at CHS Graduation. If you have any questions, please call the High School office at 308-784-2744 #cozadMakers
No 7 on 7 in North Platte tonight July 20. All football skill players grades 9-12 can report to the Cozad football practice fields at 6 PM for skelly passing and 7 on 7. Line drills as regularly scheduled too.
Grab & Go Meals--This is the last week of the Summer Grab & Go Meals. Meals will be served on Monday and Wednesday this week. On Wednesday, July 22nd, three days of meals will be provided for the rest of the week.
The Cozad High School Student Council is holding their Sixth Annual Back 2 School Backpack Supply Project for Cozad Students and families that need help with school supplies. If you are needing help with school supplies, please come and pick up a backpack full of supplies during the times listed below.
Tuesday, July 21 from 9-11 a.m. and 5-8 p.m.
Wednesday, July 22 from 9-11 a.m.
Pickup will be at the High School in Room 121. Please enter through the east doors (student parking lot). For more information, visit our website at https://www.cozadschools.net/article/271744?org=cozad-schools
Cozad Elementary Parent Organization has extra elementary yearbooks for sale. Yearbooks are $15.
If you would like a yearbook, please email Jill Albrecht at jill.albrecht@cozadschools.net
CHS FCCLA did not get to attend Washington DC to experience the National Leadership Conference this year, but they still had a great time learning at the vNLC!!
Their STAR results are as follows: Alyssa Kolbo, Autumn Smith and Megan Dyer competing in level 2 Chapter in Review portfolio ranking 8th - Gold; Shaundra Weiderholt and Lynzi Becker competing in level 2 Chapter Service Project display ranking 27th - Bronze; Katie Wilson competing in level 2 Fashion Design ranking second - Gold; Maddie Spaulding, Sydney Howerter, and Kelsey Shotkoski competing in level 2 Sustainability Challenge ranking 10th - Gold
Congratulations ladies!! You make Cozad proud!
Parents, Students, and Patrons--
The school district thought it would be helpful to answer some frequently asked questions regarding the start of the 2020-2021 school year. Here are some of the current questions and answers that you may have. As you know, recommendations and conditions have been in constant change throughout this pandemic and by the beginning of the school year, some of these responses could change.
https://www.cozadschools.net/article/268946
Cozad XC T-shirts are now available to order for the upcoming school year. Double L Embroidery will be making our shirts. To order a shirt, visit their website at https://doublelemb.com/ and under Shop, there’s an option for Cozad Cross Country Preorder.
https://doublelemb.com/collections/2020-cozad-cross-country
Future 6th Graders & 6th Grade Parents:
We are so excited that you will soon be roaming the halls of Cozad Middle School! We would like to help make your transition as smooth as possible, so we have made a list of supplies needed for each of your classes. We will also be having a 6th grade orientation for you and your parents at Cozad Middle School on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Please join us to find your classrooms, and prepare for your 6th grade year!
(A printable supply list can be found on our school website under "Documents > Schools > Middle School > 2020-2021")
Reminder: Grab & Go Meals at Cozad Elementary will be moved to the east side of the elementary building. Serving staff will be located by the east doors across from the church. Please enter from the north (16th street) and exit through the church parking lot. Lunch pickup will continue this way until further notice.
Elementary School Lunch Pickup: STARTING MONDAY, JULY 6th, Lunch pickup at the elementary school will be moved to the east side of the elementary building. Serving staff will be located by the east doors across from the church. Please enter from the north (16th street) and exit through the church parking lot. Lunch pickup will continue this way until further notice.
Cozad High School Student Council will be holding their sixth annual Back 2 School Backpack Project. This year will be a little different because of Covid-19, we would like to have you fill out the following form so that we have an idea of what supplies are needed. Priority will be given to Cozad elementary students (in grades Preschool thru 5th grade). We ask that you only pick up supplies for your children. We may have to limit the number of people in at a time.
Pick-up dates will be:
Tuesday, July 21 from 9-11 a.m. and 5-8 p.m.
Wednesday, July 22 from 9-11 a.m.
Link to registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiT637gzZyZIwmsVNENPRGyEDHDorf_0ByqRdSI7Am5eQcDw/viewform
Grab & Go lunches will be served Monday and Wednesday of this week. There will be no lunches served on Friday, July 3rd , in observance of July 4th. To help provide meals to students we will be handing out three meals on Wednesday. We will resume on Monday, July 6th. #cozadMakers
Cozad Haymakers need your vote by 9:00 pm tonight. This is the championships!
https://twitter.com/NTVDaveGriek/status/1273325909970477057?s=19
Updated information: Cozad Community Schools District Office will be closed the week of June 22-25 due to a planned power outage. Please call the High School at 784-2744 if you need anything. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Cozad Community Schools District Office will be closed Monday, June 22nd, and possibly Tuesday June 23rd due to a planned power outage. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Cozad High School Student Council is still planning on holding the sixth annual Back 2 School Backpack Supply Project this year. We are still working out the details for picking up supplies. We know that with Covid-19, there are many families that will need help with school supplies. Since we did not ask businesses for
donations this year, we may be limited on some of the items. If you would like to donate supplies or money to the project, donations can be dropped off at any of the churches or at the High School. Please see the items that are needed. Thank you for your help and support!
Cozad Board of Education regular meeting will be held on Monday, June 15th, at 12:00 pm at the District Office.
The PowerSchool Student and Parent portals, as well as the PowerSchool mobile apps, have been disabled for the summer so we can work on scheduling and getting ready for the upcoming school year. Parent and student access will be restored in August. Have a great summer!
Cozad Community School Summer Hours
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applications for an anticipated custodian at our Elementary School. This is a full time 12-month position. Benefits include health, dental & vision insurance. Application forms are available at the Cozad Community Schools District Office, 1910 Meridian Avenue or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Due to the power outage Thursday morning the strength and conditioning session will be moved to Friday morning at the same times. The evening session on Thursday will still be at its regular time (5PM) on Thursday (no evening session on Friday).
Due to the planned power outage at the high school on Thursday morning all strength and conditioning functions will be moved to Friday at the same time.
Reminder Class of 2020: Virtual graduation ceremony filing tomorrow, June 3rd, at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm or 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. These will be our last filming sessions. #cozadmakers
We want to Congratulate the following Junior and Seniors who were recognized by the Lincoln Journal Star(LJS) for maintaining a 3.6 or higher GPA ,while participating in Athletics.
Juniors Are:
Gunnar Armagost
Tayler Chytka
Jacob Engel
Gracie Schneider
Jacey Smith
Evan Thome
Elizabeth Tvrdy
SENIORS:
Cameron Brock
Megan Burkholder
Haley Cargill
Chloe Donahey
Gabe Estrada
Saw Htoo
Jackson Lighthall
Ayden Ourada
Tatum Sassali
Morgan Schroeder
Sienna Torres
Austin Werner
Eli Werner
Hailey Wilson
Class of 2020: We will do one more round of filming the virtual graduation ceremony next Wednesday, June 3rd, at 11:30 am. - 12:30 pm., or 5:00 - 6:00 pm. If you do not make it to one of these sessions, we will insert your senior graduation photo into the ceremony.
The Cozad Board of Education Budget Amend Hearing and Special Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2020 at 12:00 pm. The meeting will be via zoom at the following link: https://zoom.us/j/94917997926
Parents and Students: We have encountered some calculating issues within PowerSchool on final grades. You may see some changes in grades due to the corrections. We will be storing final grades later this week.
CMS students--Please bring your chromebook and charger and any other school issued items to the front of the Middle School tomorrow (Wednesday) between 2PM and 6PM. We will have all of your personal items, yearbook (if purchased) and awards ready for you when you arrive.
Cozad Community Schools is pleased to announce that Ben Vetrovsky has been named the new Boys Golf Head Coach at Cozad High School. Coach Vetrovsky replaces Tim Davis who has stepped down from the position. Before becoming an assistant coach for the Cozad golf team in 2020, Coach Vetrovsky was an assistant at McCook High School and Waverly High School. In 2014, he helped coach McCook High School to a state team title. His playing experience includes two years at McCook Community College and two years at Hastings College. In 2011, he led his McCook High School team to a state team title and finished 4th individually.
Nathan Breon has been chosen to play in the Shrine Bowl July 11th in Kearney, NE. Nathan was a 3 year starter and is the career leader in pancake blocks for Cozad High School. Congratulations Nathan! Haymaker Nation is proud of you!
Grab & Go lunches are being served today. Reminder —There will be no lunches served on Monday or Tuesday, May 25th and 26th, but, will resume on Wednesday, May 28. Lunches will be served until July 24th.
CHS Freshmen Check-in today at the High School. Freshmen (and any other student who has not checked out) please come to the West Side of the High School any time from 9:00 am to Noon. Please remain in vehicle until we are ready for you to come to the table. Thank you!
CHS Freshmen check out schedule on Friday, May 22nd:
Last names A - L 9:00 am. - 10:30 am.
Last names M - Y, 10:30 am. - 12:00 pm.
Students come to the parking lot on the west side of the high school (faculty parking lot). Students will need to remain in their vehicles until you are asked to get out and report to the checkout stations.
Cozad will be offering a very limited Driver's Education program this summer. The program is scheduled to begin on June 8th. Mr. Cargill will be contacting students whose registration we have accepted. Due to the current Directed Health Measure's we are under, we will only be able to offer this opportunity to 10 students. At this time the program is full and we are no longer accepting applications.
Cozad Middle School End of The Year Video created by Mrs. Walls. This video features the many things the CMS students did throughout this shortened but exciting school year!! Enjoy and have a great summer!! Thank you Mrs. Walls for creating and sharing!
https://youtu.be/5xILsYMPIyE
Due to the weather forecast (rain) we will checkout the Junior and Sophomore classes at the district offices tomorrow (Thursday, May 21st). The district office is about 2 blocks north of the HS/MS complex on the east side of Meridian (1910 Meridian Ave.) . Freshmen will still check out on the west side of the High School on Friday.
Cozad Community School Board regular May meeting will be available via Zoom tonight. Meeting starts at 7:00 pm
Grab & Go Meals are still being served this week (pick up on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)--however, there will be no Meals NEXT Monday and Tuesday, May 25th or 26th due to the Memorial Day holiday. Meals will resume though on Wednesday.
Congratulations to the Spring National Honor Society new members. The new CHS National Honor Society members are: Alyssa Kolbo, Elizabeth Tvrdy, Brady Davis, Brayden Wilkinson, Claire Kostrunek, Dante Dyches-Chandler, Evan Thome, Karissa Jackson, Katie Wilson, Lynzi Becker, Nolan Wetovick, Paul Cole, and Shaundra Wiederholt. The new members will be inducted in the fall.
Parents and Students: As the school year is ending, we have had lot of questions regarding plans for driver's ed, weight room, chromebook/iPad check in, etc. We are working on all of these and will keep you updated as plans are made. We are working with the Health Department directives and the State Education Department. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Congratulations to the class of 2020! Today was to be your original day of Graduation. Through your help CHS was able to create this video to celebrate you today. We are proud of how you have carried yourself through this unprecedented event of Covid-19. Again, Congratulations Class of 2020 on your commencement from Cozad High School.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cg7NfZSgAQ&feature=youtu.be
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Grabiel, we are so proud of your accomplishments at CHS! Best of luck as you continue pursuing your passion and talent at UNK! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Jacob! Enjoy the success you have worked so hard to achieve and continue working toward your goals. Good luck at Wayne! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Best of luck to you Kaleb! Congratulations as you finish high school and move to the next step of your journey. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Job well done Gabriel! We are proud of you and wish you luck as you continue your education and cross country and track career! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Cozad Elementary teachers goodbye messages to their students. Have a safe, happy and healthy summer! See you in the fall!
https://youtu.be/IIaCsnmLJdE
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Eli! We know you will be successful as you continue your journey to Nebraska Wesleyan. Best of luck to you always! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Adrian, caps off to you! Well done! Good luck to you always. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. We are proud of you Kobe! Best of luck to you as you pursue your Diesel & Auto Mechanics career ! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Well done Hailey! Good luck to you as you continue your journey! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Way to go Brecken! Good luck to you at Mid-Plains Community College as you pursue a degree in HVAC! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Austin! Good luck to you in all you do! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. William, caps off to you! Well done! Good luck to you always. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Dalton! Enjoy the success you have worked so hard to achieve and continue working toward your goals. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Saw, you have had an amazing high school career and we wish you continued success and happiness as you continue your education at UNK. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Job well done Michael! We are proud of you and wish you luck with all that you do. Congratulations! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Seniors--Reminder, you will checkout tomorrow, Thursday, May 14th. At this time you will turn in all school issued items. Please pull into WEST parking lot (faculty lot) and remain in your car. See scheduled times below. You will also pick up your cap and gown at this time.
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Geoffrey! We know you will be successful as you continue your journey and pursue your dreams. Best of luck to you always! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Meghan on all of your successes. We wish you many more as you continue your journey at Mid-Plains Community College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Paw! Enjoy the success you have worked so hard to achieve and continue making your dreams come true. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Shout out to Jonathan! Best of luck to you at the University of Nebraska Omaha! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Gillian! We are proud of you and wish you the best of luck at hastings College as you pursue your dreams! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Cameron! Good luck to you at UNL as you continue your education and study Pre-Health! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Proud of you Zeth! We wish you all the success as you enter the workforce! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Cozad Cheerleaders are excited to be selling Giving Bean Coffee and Artisan Teas. Giving Bean is a gourmet coffee roaster and provider of freshly roasted whole bean, ground and Kcup coffees, fine tea, gourmet cocoa, chai, and shortbread cookies.
We figure that just about everyone enjoys a great cup of coffee (or tea)!
All coffee is freshly roasted and arrives fresh, assuring its great taste
Prices are comparable to other high quality coffees and teas
You can contact any cheerleader to order for contactless delivery or order online:
https://www.givingbean.com/store/home.php?partner=2d006#.XrmpIK2ZORs
Thank you for supporting Cozad CHEER!!!
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Conner! Good luck to you as you join the workforce and pursue your passion! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Congratulations to CMS student Rugor Aden (6th grader) who has qualified for the NJAS State Science Fair to be held in June. It will be a virtual science meet where he will be judged from an 8 minute video of his project that he has to create. The name of his project is Kitchen Continents. We are proud of you Rugor!
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Riley, congratulations on your successes! Good luck to you at Arizona Western College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Proud of you Bryce! Best wishes as you continue you enter the workforce and move to the next step of your journey! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Katelyn! Good luck to you at Eastern Wyoming College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Abigail! Best wishes for all of your tomorrows. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Kade! Sending thoughts and well wishes as you celebrate your graduation. Enjoy your time at Mid-Plains Community College. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Lexy, may you always dare to do great things with your life. Good luck at UNK. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Jake, pursue your dreams and enjoy the journey. Congratulations and best wishes. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Cozad Elementary Families, Please take a few minutes to watch this short video message and share with your student(s). https://youtu.be/_yjnQi5gJro
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations and best wishes Juliana. We are proud of you. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Nathan! Good luck to you at Southeast Community College. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Sienna, Keep developing those unique dreams and talents that make you who you are. Best of luck at Hastings College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
CHS Students, a message to you from Senior Media Production Students #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D22_DzHK4Zg&feature=youtu.be
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. McKenzie, Congratulations and best wishes for all of your tomorrows. Enjoy your time at Wayne State College #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Jercey, You are going to be a star! Best of luck at Wayne State College as you continue your education and Track and Field career.. Congratulations! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Austin, our warmest thoughts and highest hopes are with you as you celebrate your graduation. Best of luck at UNL! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Hailey! Good luck to you at Concordia as you continue your education and continue your softball career! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Ahnika, Congratulations on your well-deserved success and best of luck at UNK. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Caps off to you Gage! Well done. Best wishes as you continue your journey at NCTA. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Raegen, Our warmest thoughts and highest hopes are with you as you celebrate your graduation. Congratulations! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Sam, may you always dare to do great things with your life. Congratulations! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Abby, we are so proud of your accomplishments at CHS! Best of luck as you continue pursuing your passion and talent at UNL! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Ayden! Enjoy the success you have worked so hard to achieve and continue working toward your goals. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Jacob, you have had an amazing high school career and we wish you continued success and happiness as you continue your education at UNL. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Job well done Bryaunna! We are proud of you and wish you luck with all that you pursue. Congratulations! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Silver! We know you will be successful as you continue your journey to UNL. Best of luck to you always! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Cade on all of your successes. We wish you many more as you continue your journey! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Aaliyah! Enjoy the success you have worked so hard to achieve and continue making your dreams come true. #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Shout out to Memphis! Best of luck to you at the University of Nebraska Omaha! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
The Cozad Community Schools District is deeply saddened by the passing of Pedro Garcia. Pedro was a student, para-educator and wrestling coach at Cozad Community Schools. Each of us not only grieves at the passing of a tremendous individual but also for the loss his family suffers. Please keep his family, friends, colleagues and students he worked with in your thoughts and prayers. Pedro will be truly missed by our staff and students.
We want to recognize our amazing teachers at Cozad Community Schools. Our teachers have done an amazing job during our switch to online teaching/learning, with little time to prepare for this new journey. We commend you for your continued hard work and dedication to our students. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! #cozadMakers #cozadStrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Jackson! We are proud of you and wish you luck at UNK! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Chloe! Good luck to you at College of Saint Mary as you continue your education and study Exercise Science! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Well done, Selma! Good luck to you as you continue your education at UNK! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. We are proud of you Michael! Best of luck to you as you pursue your Barbering career ! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Well done Tatum! Good luck to you as you continue your journey at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Way to go Hunter! Good luck to you at University of NE in Kearney as you pursue a degree in Info Tech! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
These are our Heros! Cozad School Lunch Hero Day.
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Haley! Good luck to you at Southeast Community College as you continue your education and continue your softball career! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Today, Friday, May 1st, is School Lunch Hero Day. Thank you to our Lunch Heros for all you are doing for the community of Cozad! #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Proud of you Desaray! Good luck to you at Mid-Plains Community College as you pursue a degree in Early Education! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Morgan! Good luck to you as you continue your education in Diesel Technology! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Abigail, congratulations on your successes! Good luck to you at Chadron State College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Proud of you Alex! Best wishes as you continue your educational journey at UNL Lincoln! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
Haymaker Highlights-Class of 2020. Congratulations Megan! Good luck to you at Davidson College! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
It's time to spotlight our Haymaker Seniors. We are so proud of the Cozad High School Class of 2020. Please follow our Facebook, Instagram, or website as we celebrate our seniors! #haymakerhighlights2020 #cozadMakers #cozadstrong
The High School building/office will be closed Monday, April 27th - Friday, May 1st. Power is being shut off for the week. If you need anything from the High School, please email Mr. Beckenhauer at bill.beckenhauer@cozadschools.net. If you need technology assistance, please email Mrs. Wolfe at patty.wolfe@cozadschools.net. Thank you.
A BIG shout out to these amazing Administrative Professionals. Your hard work and dedication are appreciated today and all year. Thank you for all you do for Cozad staff & students.
Opaa! is hiring for Cozad Community Schools food service. To apply, go online to opaafood.com/careers or call Neil at 913-522-9158.
Cozad High School Football and the Cozad Football Boosters are conducting our 2020 Cozad HS Football Challenge to help generate financial support for our program. Our participants spend many long hours preparing to be the best they can be and are very deserving of your support. Our student/athletes do a great job representing our community and would appreciate any amount you can give. Thank you in advance for your generous support!
https://app.eteamsponsor.com/ETS/supportUs/244133911
NCPA Academic All-State Awards - Winter 2019-2020. Congratulations to these Haymakers!
Elementary Parents and Patrons,
We regret to announce that summer AfterZone has been cancelled for the 2020 season. We have labored over this decision since the closure of school in March. However, after considering Governor Ricketts, Two Rivers Health Department and CDC recommendations the district believes this is our safest course of action for students and staff at this time. We want to thank you for your continued support of AfterZone over the past years and we are truly looking forward to starting up again when school reconvenes this fall.
Students, Parents, and Patrons--CHS is hosting a VIRTUAL Spirit Week next week, beginning on Monday, April 20th. Let's join together and celebrate #cozadspirit and #cozadstrong. Stay tuned for more information later in the week!!
Cozad Community Schools is pleased to announce that Kaylei Becker has been named the new Girls Golf Coach at Cozad High School. Coach Becker is a 2017
Cozad graduate and decorated golfer while in high school. During her high school playing career, she was a 4-time letter winner, 3-time state qualifier and two year
state medalist (2nd place-2015, 4th place-2016). After high school, she played college golf at UNK. She has also assisted in the summer golf programs in Cozad.
Cozad Community Schools is pleased to announce that Darrel Francescato has been named the new Head Volleyball Coach at Cozad High School. Coach Francescato was previously the head volleyball coach at Cozad from 2013-2016 and an assistant coach from 2008-2014. He has been involved with coaching club volleyball at various levels for twenty years along with officiating the sport.
Cozad Community Schools is pleased to announce that Nick Broz has been named the new Head Boys Basketball Coach at Cozad High School. Coach Broz comes to Cozad after spending ten years as a Physical Education teacher, Strength/Conditioning teacher and Head Basketball coach at Bridgeport High School. Prior to his years at Bridgeport, Coach Broz was an assistant coach at Hastings College and McCook Community College. His playing experience in college includes time at Hastings College and McCook Community College where he was team captain for both teams.
Coach Broz was honored as the Scottsbluff Star-Herald All-Region Coach of the year in 2019 and his team qualified for the state tournament in 2015 and 2019. His
team also won conference championships in the WTC (2014, 2015, 2019, 2020) and SPVA (2016, 2019) conferences.
Congratulations to the new 2020-2021 CHS Dance Team.
Seniors:
Biz Tvrdy - Captain
Makenna White - Captain
Juniors:
Alyssa Kolbo
Katie Wilson
Sophomore:
Elle Pollat
Freshman:
Blaire Davis
Nayelie Castillo
Avyana Pena
The Cozad Community School Board Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2020, will be available virtually through a video conferencing platform called Zoom. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m.
Public comment can be made via phone or email, but will be limited to agenda items only. To view the agenda, click here.
To access the meeting:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/285366465
Meeting ID: 285 366 465
With the Cozad app, you can access cafeteria
menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications.
Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/39ONpaI or
iPhone: https://apple.co/2RhaWux.
Congratulations to the following students that were elected to serve on Student Council for the 2020-2021 school year
9th Grade:
Class President: Wyatt Hosick
Class Reps: Makaia Baker
Monty Brooks
Blaire Davis
Hayden Russman
10th Grade:
Class President: Mallory Applegate
Class Reps: Karyn Burkholder
Megan Dyer
Sydney Howerter
Elle Pollat
Kelsey Shotkoski
Maddie Spaulding
Alexander Svajgr
11th Grade:
Class President: Shaundra Wiederholt
Class Reps: Paul Cole
Brady Davis
Alyssa Kolbo
Nolan Wetovick
Brayden Wilkinson
12th Grade:
Student Council President: Joey Orellana
Class President: Gracie Schneider
Class Reps: Gunnar Armagost
Tayler Chytka
Landry Geiger
Jaiden Nelsen
Congratulations to the newly elected SkillsUSA Officers for the 2020-2021 School Year
President: Alyssa Kolbo
Vice-President: Trevor Schneider
Secretary: Brayden Wilkenson
Treasurer: Kaleb Pohl
Fundraiser Chairman: Shaundra Wiederholt
Parliamentarian: Isaac Martinez-Ramos
New CDC Recommendations--The Center for Disease Control has recently recommended the use of cloth face coverings while in public settings where social distancing is difficult to maintain. Anyone interested in making and donating cloth masks for community members, please drop off at the United Way Building. Stronger Together!
Attention Parents: Grab and Go Meals WILL BE provided on Friday, April 10th and Monday, April 13th. These days are marked as "No School Days" on our school calendar but we will still serve meals from 11:30 to 12:30 at all 6 locations. On Friday, weekend meals will also be sent home. Thank you!
Atención familias que habla Español
El enlace del vídeo explica la pandemia de COVID-19 del un doctor de Crete, Nebraska.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3hSkWD3bAc
Esta es el website de la CDC y pueden ver en Español
https://espanol.cdc.gov/enes/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Parents & Students:
The school district has worked hard to ensure that students have access to technology that supports the acquisition of academic standards during this time of school closure. Please remember this is a tool to access school resources and not a toy. Students are responsible for the appropriate care and use of district property. Students will be held accountable for damaging or destroying all district property (includes power cords, screens and the device itself).
Parents, please remind your children not to eat, drink, or play around their school device. We have seen many spills and breaks this week. A reminder that students/parents can be held accountable for negligent damage. We appreciate your help. Thank you!
Thank you to our Food Service Staff and Director! They are serving almost 500 meals a day!
Cozad Community Schools has the following openings for the 2020-2021 school year: Middle School Physical Education Teacher (6-8), High School Family Consumer Science Teacher, and High School Media Specialist. There are also coaching positions available for Head Boys Basketball, Assistant Middle School Football, Assistant Track, Assistant Softball, and Assistant Volleyball
To apply online for any of these positions, visit https://www.nebraskaeducationjobs.ne.gov/?phrase=&city=Cozad&radius=&zonefilter=&groupby=&listby=chrono
Aviso: De acuerdo con las recomendaciones del Departamento de Salud Pública de Two Rivers, los parques infantiles en todas las Escuelas de Cozad ahora están cerrados. Cerraremos los parques infantiles para practicar el distanciamiento social y frenar la propagación de COVID-19.
Notice: Based on the recommendations of Two Rivers Public Health Department, the playgrounds at all Cozad Community Schools are now closed. We will be closing the playgrounds to practice social distancing and slow the spread of COVID-19.
Message from the Summer Youth Baseball/Softball Board: It is with a heavy heart that the Cozad Little League Board has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Summer Baseball/Softball program. The school’s announcement today that the school facility and all activities would now be cancelled until May 31, prompted our decision that in the best interest of our youth and community we must cancel the ball season.
Those of you that wrote checks to the Cozad Little League, those checks will now be shredded. Those of you that paid in cash, we will be mailing refund checks to you in the very near future.
Please take care and be safe. We look forward to working with everyone in the 2021 season. God Bless.
Congratulations to the 2020-2021 CHS Cheerleaders!
Message from Cozad Community Schools Superintendent Ron Wymore: This is to let you know that the school buildings will be closed until at least May 31st. This is a part of a new Directed Health Measure issued by Governor Ricketts. Graduation is postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date in accordance with regulations from the Two Rivers Health. NSAA has cancelled all activity practices and competitions including district and state competitions for the remainder of the school year.
Cozad Community Schools will continue with our on-line education for all students until the end of the school year. Your child needs to make sure to do the on-line activities and assignments for the rest of the year. Not doing the assignments could jeopardize their credits for the second semester classes.
Stay healthy and practice social distancing.
Parents: We will be adding Weekend meals to the Grab and Go meal service. We will send 3 meals home with students on Friday so that they have food over the weekend. The district and OPAA! are trying to ensure the students of Cozad have nutritious meals.
Unfortuantely, we are no longer able to do the Snack each day. NDE is reconsidering if we can serve it during the shutdown.
We will be having Chicken and Waffles today and Chicken Patty with Mashed Potatoes tomorrow. We are trying to continue to serve food that our students love while they are away from school.
Parents and Students may look up the menus at cozadschools.nutrislice.com. They may also download the Nutrislice Ap for their cell phone. Reminder, these meals are FREE for ALL children ages 1-18 and we have 6 pickup locations.
Our teachers miss you! On Wednesday, April 1st at 6:00 pm, Cozad Elementary and CEEC staff will drive through neighborhoods to say hello! Please practice Social Distancing/Staying Safe at Home Rules if you are lining your streets. You may also just park and wave from your car! Please see the route on the attached map. We hope that we can see many smiling faces and waves!
Hola, soy el superintendente Ron Wymore. Espero que todos se mantengan saludables, practiquen un distanciamiento social seguro y una higiene adecuada durante esta pandemia. Esto es para hacerle saber que estamos extendiendo el cierre de nuestra escuela hasta el 1 de mayo. Esto se realiza bajo la recomendación del Departamento de Salud de Two Rivers y el Comisionado de Educación de Nebraska, Blomstedt. La NSAA también ha extendido su suspensión de todas las prácticas y competencias hasta el 1 de mayo. Continuaremos con nuestra educación en línea hasta que podamos regresar o hasta el final del año escolar. Gracias por ser paciente durante este tiempo de probar nuevas formas de brindar educación. Sus administradores y maestros han estado trabajando duro para hacer esto bien. Tendremos algunos golpes en el camino, pero lo superaremos juntos. No olvide que proporcionamos comidas de lunes a viernes a cualquier persona de 1 a 18 años. Si actualmente no está en la lista, complete el formulario en el sitio web o llame a la escuela para que se incluya en la lista. Gracias. "Es un gran día para ser un Haymaker"
Message From Superintendent Ron Wymore:
This is to let you know that we are extending our school closure until May 1st. This is done under the recommendation of Two Rivers Health Department and Nebraska Education Commissioner Blomstedt. NSAA has also extended their suspension of all practices and competitions through May 1st.
We will continue with our on-line education until we can come back or until the end of the school year. Thank you for being patient during this time of trying new ways to deliver education. Your administrators and teachers have been working hard to get this done right. We will have some bumps along the way, but we will get through this together.
Don’t forget that we are providing meals Monday through Friday to anyone age 1 to 18. If you are not currently on the list, please fill out the form on the web site or call the school to be put on the list.
Message from NSAA:
All NSAA activity practices and competitions are suspended through May 1st. These suspensions may be extended should the conditions warrant.
Member schools and student-participants are expected to adhere to the NSAA Constitution & Bylaws and activity manuals during this time.
The NSAA encourages all member schools to follow CDC, local, state and federal health department recommendations.
As more information becomes available, official updates will be posted on the NSAA website and the NSAA social media platforms.
Parents and Students: Make sure that you have visited our website (www.cozadschools.net) and accessed our Enrichment Activities. The link is at the top of the website or under "parents" and "students". The Enrichment Resource webpage will let you navigate to grade level and courses. Information will tell you where teachers are posting these activities. Also, students, check your email DAILY!
Direct Link (bookmark this site) to Enrichment Activities is: https://sites.google.com/…/cozadsch…/cozad-community-schools
After careful thought and deliberation in the face of the COVID-19 school closure, and in what we believe is in the best interest of our staff and students, we have decided to officially cancel the Cozad Middle School Production of Annie KIDS. We will provide refunds to those who have purchased tickets with CASH if those tickets are mailed to Cozad Middle School, 1810 Meridian Ave, Cozad, NE 69130. If you purchased tickets with a check we will mail the check back to you. Please be sure to include a first and last name, phone number, email address, and mailing address with your tickets. We know this will be hard for the students and sponsors who started production in November. Photos have been shared with students in the Annie KIDS Google Classroom. Please feel free to save these photos.
Parents, if you have children in multiple grade levels at the elementary, just pick one time slot and you can get all of their items. If you cannot make pick up today, please call the elementary office at 308-784-3462 and schedule a time for tomorrow. Thank you.
Cozad Parents--Update to the meal program "Grab and Go": An afternoon snack will now be included in the daily meal program. ANY child 1-18 can have a meal which includes lunch, afternoon snack, and next morning breakfast. Parents this is FREE!! We have 6 pickup sites from 11:30 to 12:30 and the children do not have to be at pickup. After one week we have a general count so if you don't fill out the request form, please be assured that there will be enough so stop and get a meal for your child(ren). Thank you to our amazing kitchen staff for organizing this and for keeping it up and running smoothly!
Students in Grades 8-11 who are interested in trying out for the Dance Team for 20-21 school year, please complete the following form
https://docs.google.com/a/cozadschools.net/forms/d/1LOfevWxN9XHhfnbDcf8e2q5RF-E8c9h75jqhin1nfVY/edit?usp=drive_web
Tips for Parents from the CDC while school's out:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/children.html
Elementary Parents,
The elementary is finally ready to pass out student personal items and requested electronic devices. We will hand out these items, to parents or guardians only, during the schedule posted below. Please drive up to the front door and staff will get the items for your family. Community members will not be allowed in the elementary building.
If you cannot make it to the school at the appointed time, please call the office and we will schedule a time that works for your family. We will not be handing out items after Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Thank you for all of your patience as the school works to complete these tasks and start up electronic learning for your student. Don’t hesitate to contact us should you have questions!
Pickup on Tuesday, March 24, 2020:
8:00-9:00 a.m.- Kindergarten and 1st grade families.
9:00-10:00 a.m.- 2nd grade families.
10:00-11:00 a.m.- 3rd grade families.
1:00-2:00 p.m.- 4th grade families.
2:00-3:00 p.m.- 5th grade families.
Pickup on Wednesday, March 25, 2020: By appointment only.
Middle School Parents: if any student in the middle school has not retrieved their personal belongings out of their locker they can do so between 8 to 11 am. tomorrow morning. If that time does not work please call the school and set up a time
Middle School Parents and Students,
The Middle School will be "open" on Monday and Tuesday at designated times for students to come and get any personal items out of their lockers. The following times have been made available:
Monday, March 23rd from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
Monday, March 23rd from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, March 24th from 8:00 am to 11:00 am
(please do not come during lunch as we are serving at that time)
Only 10 students will be allowed in the building at one time. If students have any school issued items, they can leave them in their lockers and we will take care of them. Students will keep their chromebooks for enrichment activities. Students please check your email daily.
CHS Students: On Monday, March 23rd, the High School will open the building to students to pick up personal items and any items they may need during this time. Below are the designated times for students to enter the building:
8:30 – 8:50 am. 12th grade S. Arnold to A. Guadron Hernandez
8:50 – 9:10 am. 12th grade M. Hopkins to M. Phaby
9:10 – 9:30 am. 12th grade M. Remmenga to W. Wylie
9:30 – 9:50 am. 11th grade B. Aitken to A. Garretson
9:50 – 10:10 am. 11th grade L. Geiger to J. Patterson
10:10 – 10:30 am. 11th grade K. Pohl to B. Wolfe
10:30 – 10:50 am 10th grade N. Albertson to S. Hermosillo
10:50 – 11:10 am. 10th grade J. Herrera to S. Rahn
11:10 -11:30 am. 10th grade C. Ray to K. Wright
11:30 – 11:50 am. 9th grade A. Alvarado to M. Dyer
11:50 – 12:10 pm. 9th grade M. Essex to L. Leahy
12:10 – 12:30 pm. 9th grade B. Lee to O. Rose
12:30 – 12:50 pm. 9th grade M. Rowley to S. Yeutter
Beginning today, March 20th the Backpack Program food bags will be available at Cozad Elementary School for students who have received bags in the past. This will take place from 11:30am - 12:30pm and will reoccur every Friday until school resumes or supplies run out. If you have received food bags in the past, please ask for the bag(s) when driving through.
Our Cozad Schools' Counselors are available to parents and students by emailing or calling the school. They can also schedule online video meetings.
Parents, if you have not signed up and would like a “grab and go” lunch today for a child 1-18 (includes breakfast for tomorrow) please call the HS or MS before 9:00 am. 308-784-2746 or 308-784-2744.
With the school being closed as a result of the Covid-19 virus, Cozad Community Schools is offering Free "Grab and Go" meals to children ages 1 - 18. The meals will be available at six sites from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Meal service will start on Tuesday, 3/17. Free Meals will be served weekdays until school resumes. A lunch and breakfast meal will be handed out at a curbside pick up at three school sites and three school bus stop sites. Please complete this form by 10:00 pm the day before pickup.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff6QAbcyeXJ5zPG3R2qVtvTcNhtvG_ERH-98e4umW0xyL6yA/viewform
Due to the increasingly serious threat of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are going to close school for students and staff for the next two weeks. School will be closed beginning Monday, March 16 through March 27, 2020. We will then re-evaluate. All school events, activities, and AfterZone will be cancelled during this period.
Cozad Middle School 2019-20 3rd Quarter Newsletter created by CMS students in yearbook activities class
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/618527/3rd_Quater_Newsletter-Yearbook.pdf
Parents and Students we were just notified that the 3.23.20- Western Regional Science Fair in Curtis scheduled for March 23re has been postponed (They will re-evaluate the situation on March 30th and make a decision if it will be rescheduled).
Parents and Students: Due to public health concerns of COVID-19, the following activities have been postponed, adjusted, or cancelled. We will do our best to keep you up to date with any changes:
3.13.20 - Youth Wrestling Tournament @ Cozad - Cancelled
3.16.20 - District Speech @ Gering - Suspended until further notice
3.16.20 - UNK Science Fair @ Kearney - Cancelled
3.19.20 - Cozad Music Festival / Festival Concert - Closed to public
3.20.20 - 3.21.20 - SWC Art & Music @ Minden - Cancelled
3.21.20 - UNK HS Track Invite @ Kearney - Cancelled
3.26.20 - State Speech @ Kearney - Suspended until further notice
4.1.20 - 4.3.20 - State FFA @ Lincoln - Cancelled
4.2.20 - 4.4.20 - SkillsUSA State Convention @ Grand Island - Cancelled
4.5.20 - 4.7.20 - FCCLA State Convention @ Lincoln - Cancelled
4.8.20 - Nebraska Young Artist Awards - Cancelled
Update from Superintendent Mr. Ron Wymore
3/13/2020
Update on response to COVID-19
As you may be aware, Governor Ricketts along with Education Commissioner Blomstedt held a news conference this morning addressing the spread and response to COVID-19. Governor Ricketts commented that the state will mandate school closure if cases of COVID-19 show up that cannot be tracked to verified contact. Currently this will be done by ESU districts. Thus, if ESU 10 or possibly a neighboring ESU area has confirmed cases, the state will mandate a 6 to 8-week closure. I underlined currently due to things changing daily. At last count there are 13 cases in Nebraska and 0 in the Two Rivers area. The reason for closures and cancellations will be to slow down the spread of the virus.
There are many sites that you can go to for updated information and ways to prevent the spread of the virus. Two Rivers (https://www.trphd.org/ ) is an excellent site to get useful and up-to-date information.
The administration will be having daily meetings to stay abreast of information and keeping you informed of any decisions that we make regarding this situation. Sponsors and coaches are finding out that most if not all events are being canceled. NSAA has postponed District and State Speech and the SWC has cancelled the conference art/music clinic that was to be held in Minden.
OPAA is working closely with the school to maintain a safe environment in the lunch room areas. A couple of things that we will be doing:
All students will be required to use hand sanitizer before going through the lunch line.
New cups will be required when getting additional drinks.
If you are not feeling well, please stay home. If you are running a fever of 100 degrees or above you must stay home until you are fever free for at least 24 hours without the use of medicine to reduce the fever.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this pandemic.
Ron Wymore
Superintendent
The NSAA is aware of the fluidity of COVID-19 and the potential impact hosting statewide events could have regarding the on-going public health threat. Many of our member schools are making decisions in the best interest of their student participants, coaches and communities. The NSAA is regretfully suspending district and state speech contests until further notice.
https://nsaahome.org/nsaa-district-state-speech-contests/
Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL for staff and students on Friday, March 13th. Have a great weekend! #cozadMakers
CHS Student Alexa Perez is representing Cozad in the UNK History Day Finals! Congratulations Alexa!
Calendar Update: Please note that the Music Festival and Concert that are shown on the school printed calendar for today (Tuesday, March 10th) is incorrect. The Festival & Concert will be on Thursday, March 19th. The Festival Concert will be at 7:00 pm
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a Full-Time Title I Paraprofessional at the elementary school. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school's website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran's preference. EOE.
The spring AfterZone Parent Night has been rescheduled for Thursday, March 19th from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. Please use the sign-up sheet on the cafeteria doorway to tell us how many will attend from your family.
Congratulations to CHS Senior Gabriel Estrada who was recognized at State Girls' Basketball Class B Game as part of NSAA’s Believers and Achievers state award.
Attention--Call for Bids
Cozad Community Schools is accepting bids for spraying and fertilizing for the 2020 and 2021 seasons. If you need more information stop at the Middle School office. Bids are due March 15th.
Thanks to an anonymous donor the Cozad Elementary received a wonderful gift of new soccer balls to play with at recess. Cozad Creates success!
Informational Meeting for Dance Tryouts--Tuesday, March 10th at 3:30 pm in the Middle School Commons. Tryouts will be held on March 30th at 6:00 pm
Elementary Parents: Kids Heart Challenge has begun! Mr. Squiers has teamed up with the American Heart Association for a chance to raise money and win prizes. The kiddos should be coming home with a packet that helps explain some of the challenges and things your child can do to help raise money and compete to win prizes. On the packet, the instructions will include registering on the Kids Heart Challenge App or going to heart.org/KidsHeartChallenge . Step 2 will tell your child to take challenges, such as Move More, Be Kind, or Be Ready. Step 3 is the Collect and Earn Phase. This stage is where you collect donations and earn Thank- You Gifts and online badges! The packet your child brings home should have all the information you need in order for you to get going. If your child has lost their packet already before it got home, we do have extras. This is a fun way to help save lives, I hope you all participate and have fun doing it! Please email david.squiers@cozadschools.net if you have questions.
Elementary Parents: Kids Heart Challenge has begun! Mr. Squiers has teamed up with the American Heart Association for a chance to raise money and win prizes. The kiddos should be coming home with a packet that helps explain some of the challenges and things your child can do to help raise money and compete to win prizes. On the packet, the instructions will include registering on the Kids Heart Challenge App or going to heart.org/KidsHeartChallenge . Step 2 will tell your child to take challenges, such as Move More, Be Kind, or Be Ready. Step 3 is the Collect and Earn Phase. This stage is where you collect donations and earn Thank- You Gifts and online badges! The packet your child brings home should have all the information you need in order for you to get going. If your child has lost their packet already before it got home, we do have extras. This is a fun way to help save lives, I hope you all participate and have fun doing it! Please email david.squiers@cozadschools.net if you have questions.
Muscle Man Volleyball this Sunday! Come cheer them on!
Cozad HS Culinary students were taken to Central Community College in Hastings today for an etiquette dinner to wrap up their etiquette unit. CCC Culinary Arts students prepared and served the meal to our students. It was a five course meal including deep fried deviled eggs, zoodles with pesto and chicken, and cinnamon roll cake.
Summer Driver's Education 2020 will be held this summer starting May 26th. For information and registration, please visit our website and access the Driver's Education Form under "Documents - Student Documents". The direct link is given below. Forms can also be picked up in the High School Office.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/604146/Drivers_Education_2020.pdf
A Week of celebrating the National School Breakfast Program. Thanks Opaa! for offering our students amazing breakfast options!
Congratulations to Cozad Middle School 6th Grader Rugor Aden on qualifying for the National Geographic State Geography Bee in Omaha on March 27th!! Rugor had to take a 70 question online test in 60 minutes or less in order to qualify!! Congrats Rugor!!
Congratulations to our February Elementary Cozad Kids Caught With Character. This month students were nominated and chosen for integrity!
Cozad Elementary and CEEC will celebrate "Read Across America" and Dr. Seuss's birthday next week (March 2-6) with special dress up days during the week.
Cozad FFA students are celebrating National FFA Week this week. We are very proud of our CHS and CMS FFA members! We are excited to see this organization grow and become a strong chapter in the State. Happy FFA Week to sponsor Ms. McKenzie Crowe and all the members!
There will be an organizational meeting this Friday (February 28) right after school in the weight room. Anyone that will be in grades 9-12 next year that is going out for football needs to attend. Thank you.
The BB Sub-District games are still on @ Brady HS. Cozad vs Chase County - 5:00 pm. #cozadmakers
Attention Parents on Bus Routes: There will be NO after school RURAL bus routes today, Tuesday, Febr. 25th. We will run only in-town routes due to the road conditions.
With the 10:00 am late start today (Tuesday, February 25th), busses will still run routes but with delayed schedule.
Cozad Community Schools will have a 10:00 start today Tuesday February 25th.
A reminder that the HS Boys’ Golf parent AND player meeting is tonight (Monday, February 24th) at 7 pm in the H.S. commons. #cozadMakers
Law Enforcement and Educators joined together today at Cozad High School for a very informative presentation by Phil Charmers. Phil is a true crime writer, UT law enforcement trainer, youth culture specialist, and a television personality. Attendees were from various law enforcement agencies across the area and even out of state. Educators attending were from Cozad and surrounding areas.
Thank you Cozad Police Department for this learning opportunity and bringing law enforcement and educators together to make our schools and communities a safer place. Also a big thank you to the Opaa! staff for morning coffee and snacks and Cozad Elks and Officers for serving our law enforcement personnel and educators.
The media production class will be live streaming the boys varsity game tonight vs. McCook at the following link:
https://youtu.be/2EWXMSg8rMM
Today is a 2:00 dismissal for all students. There is no school for students Thursday or Friday, February 20 and 21.
Don't miss the Elementary Scholastic Book Fair this week, February 17th - 20th, in the elementary library. Hours are 7:30 - 4:30 Monday - Wednesday and until 6:00 pm on Thursday.
State Wrestling, Cheer and Dance Send-Off, Tuesday, February 18th at 2:40. The public is invited to attend! #cozadMakers
Cozad Middle School Musical participants: All t-shirt order forms are due to Mrs. Blackmore by Wednesday at 3:30. No late orders will be accepted. T-shirt order forms are located on Mrs. Blackmore's door.
Coach Davis will be having a meeting on Monday, February 24th, at 7:00 pm in the HS Commons for all High School boys interested in going out for golf this spring. This meeting is for the athlete and parent.
For the family, grandparents, alumni, and the fan base that will not make the trip to Broken Bow Friday, you can enjoy and cheer on the Haymakers at the basketball games on Broken Bow's Striv channel.
https://striv.tv/channel/broken-bow/
Girls Basketball Subdistrict C1-11 at North Platte High School starting on February 18th. Cozad vs Chase County on Tuesday, February 18th at 6:00 pm
Thank you to Mr. Ben Vetrovsky's Computer Media Class for capturing and sharing the wonderful opportunities our students had during Maker Fair 2020!
https://youtu.be/VOBsoqHgb6A
High School and Middle School Tracksters,
We are using Lou's Sporting goods team store for track gear this year. If you are interested in adidas brand gear, order here for the upcoming season. Orders are due by March 1st.
https://cozadtrack.itemorder.com/
Now Hiring Director of Nutrition Services. Opaa! is hiring a Food Service Director for the Cozad Community School District. If interested, please contact Rachel at 636-778-4908 or apply online at opaafood.com
CEEC Enrollment Open!
All CHS Biology classes had the opportunity to explore the Mid-Nebraska Makerspace Labs this week. A huge thank you to ESU10 and the community partners who make this opportunity possible!
Cozad Early Education Center is accepting enrollment forms for PreKindergarten for the 2020-2021 school year. If you would like an enrollment packet or have questions, please call Amy at 308-784-3381.
Cozad FCCLA members are delivering treats to HS teachers this morning for Teacher Appreciation Day and to thank them for all their support. Thanks Cozad FCCLA.
Thank you to Security First Bank for sponsoring "Cash for College". At the Varsity Basketball game Tuesday evening, Mr. Mark Messner shot for a chance for Abigail Thaden, CHS Senior, to be awarded up to $1,500. Abigail, whose name was randomly drawn, choose Mr. Messner as the teacher to attempt the shots. Mr. Messner had 5 attempts to make a layup, free throw, and a 3 point shot. His success at the basket earned $1,500 for Abigail for "Cash for College"! Thank you Security First Bank for supporting our students!
Just a reminder that Cozad schools do not accept Valentine's Day deliveries. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Congratulations to the 2020 Nebraska Young Artist Award winners! Makenna White, Becca Shaffer, and Biz Tvrdy were selected for the award in the area of dance. These girls will be recognized at a ceremony at UNL on April 8, 2020. #cozadMakers
The media production class had an awesome opportunity to film/work with local business owners. Students listened to the history of the company, along with the goals and values they have implemented.
2020 Nebraska School Board Recognition Week
February 9th- February 15th
Cozad Community Schools would like to recognize and thank our Board of Education for their roles and responsibilities in governing our school district. Board members include: Michele Starman, President; Joel Carlson, Vice President; Ann Burkholder, Secretary; Judy Eggleston, Kiley Goff, and John Peden.
Please take time to reach out and say thank you to them for their service.
Parents, Cozad Elementary is looking at ways that we can assist parents in helping their child at home on reading, math, and behavior skills. Your feedback is appreciated. Thanks for filling out this anonymous form.
https://forms.gle/YaczGGTQ7Zoz2sZ37
The elementary will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair February 17th - 20th in the elementary library. Hours are 7:30 - 4:30 Monday - Wednesday and till 6:00 on Thursday of Parent Teacher conferences.
New link for the streaming of Cozad vs Minden basketball — https://youtu.be/XqBMptVH85I
Theme Night for Basketball--Pajamas!. Cozad vs. Minden, Friday, February 7th
The media production class will be live streaming the Cozad vs. Minden varsity basketball game tonight (Friday, February 7th) at the following link:
https://youtu.be/BM_VkpOXx18
Dream Big! The Dawson Area Leadership Class 17 will be holding a drawing tomorrow night at the Cozad vs Minden Basketball games. The proceeds will make dreams happen for four local non-profit organizations.
Cozad High School Ultimate Frisbee Tournament--
Grade 9 to Adults!
When: Saturday, March 7th
Where: Cozad High School Gym (2 courts will be used)
Time: Play begins at 9AM
Fee: Entry fee is $50 dollars per team.
(Checks made to Cozad Community Schools)
For more information or registration form, visit our website at https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/581974/ultimate_frisbee_form.pdf (the form can also be found in the "Document" tab under High School 19-20.
Registration deadline is February 28th.
9/10 boys basketball game Febr. 6th in Minden is at 5:00 not 6:30 as printed on the school calendar. This is a Boys only game.
Opaa! Food Services Now hiring for Cozad Community Schools lunch program. Apply online (see info in attached image)
Parents Please Mark your Calendars: The Music Festival scheduled on March 10th has been rescheduled to March 19th to accommodate the change in the speech calendar. Students affected are 6-12 band and 7-12 vocal. More information on the event will be sent home with students closer to the date.
We apologize but the Speech Meets on the school printed calendar are not correct. Listed below are the correct dates and places. Sorry for the inconvenience!
Gothenburg Invite - Feb 8th
Minden Invite - Feb 15th
NFL @ Cheyenne East- 20th-22nd
Best of the West in North Platte- March 7th
SWC Invite in Valentine-March 10th
Districts in Gering- March 16th
State in Kearney- March 26th
Congratulations to our Cozad Middle School National Geographic Geography Bee Champion Rugor Aden. Rugor will take an online test Friday to see if he qualifies for the State Competition in March. Also congratulations to Caleb Granay, 2nd Place and Jason Dyer, 3rd Place. Other participants in the finals included Olliver Davis and Ethan Cardona-Garner. Great work to our Middle School students!
Cozad Legion Baseball Sign up for the 2020 summer league. Sign up in the HS office, the sheet will be picked up Friday after school.
Help our SkillsUSA kick of SkillsUSA Week and come enjoy a bowl of chili before the 9/10 Basketball game on Monday, February 3rd. All proceeds will go toward the Santa House Fund. Serving begins at 4:00
Updated SWC Girls' and Boys' Basketball Brackets. Both teams will play on Thursday, January 30th at Gothenburg. Girls at 7:00 pm and Boys at 5:30 pm
2020 MAKER FAIR--COZAD HIGH SCHOOL
On Monday, February 3rd and Tuesday, February 4th, the students at Cozad High School will have the opportunity to take part in courses that are not typically offered at CHS. The 2020 Maker Fair is our sixth annual event, which is loosely based on college interim programs. This project is funded by a grant from the Cozad Foundation. Over the course of two school days, all staff and many community members will be teaching more than 70 different courses. These courses will range in length from 3 hours (half day), to a full day, and even to two full days.
Haymaker Basketball Thursday, Jan. 23rd, at Lexington--Correct game times: JV GBB/BBB - 4:15 pm (calendar says 4:30), VAR GBB - 6:00 pm, VAR BBB - 7:45 pm (to follow girls game) #cozadMakers
CHS Mid-Winter Dance is this Friday, January 24th, from 8:00 to 11:00 pm. Entry doors will lock at 8:30. Breathalyzers will be administered to all students and guest attending. All out of town guests must be registered by this Thursday.
2020 Southwest Conference Boys Basketball Tournament begins on Monday, January 27th. The Haymaker Boys will play at Minden at 6:00 pm.
Girls' Southwest Conference Basketball Tournament begins on Monday, January 27th. Cozad Girls will play Broken Bow at Broken Bow at 6:00 pm.
Congratulations to CHS Mid-Winter Royalty candidates. Mid-Winter King and Queen will be crowned at the Mid-Winter Dance this Friday, January 24th. Candidates are Abby Worrell, Chloe Donahey, Lexy Canas, Megan Burkholder, Memphis Remmenga, Kately Calhoun, Hailey Wilson, Paw Moo, Sienna Torres, Saw Htoo, Morgan Schroeder, Jonathan Martinez, Alex Hertas, Austin Werner, and Jacob Subs.
Congratulations to Senior Jercey Irish on signing with Wayne State College to continue her education and track career. Jercey will attend Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska, in the Fall of 2020. Jercey signed today with her parents, Travis and Christie Irish, her brother Boston, and High School Track Coaches Trey Botts and Scott Adkisson. Jercey will be running track (sprints) for Wayne. Congratulations to you all!
Calendar Change: There will be NO 9/10 Boys or Girls Basketball Game tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21st, as shown on the school calendar. #cozadMakers
Varsity Wrestling — Wrestlers will still wrestle in Minden today (Friday) as part of a triangular with Minden and Cambridge. Wrestling begins at 3.
Congratulations to these CHS fashion design students Shaddix Soller, Katie Wilson, Alyssa Kolbo, and Madison Rowley on their acceptance into Omaha Fashion Week Student Night! This is the 4th largest fashion show in America. Students were selected through application process.
Good Luck to our Basketball teams and Wrestling team this evening. If you cannot make it to the events, Gothenburg Media Class will be live-streaming the basketball games on their Striv Channel and Cozad Media Students will be live-streaming the Wrestling Dual. Links for both are:
Basketball beginning at 6:00 pm: https://striv.tv/channel/gothenburg/
Wrestling Dual beginning at 6:30: https://youtu.be/S4n-bchDwoc
Congratulations to the Top 5 Science Fair Winners from the CHS Science Fair held Wednesday at CHS. Judges awarded the following:
First Place--Gracie Schneider
Second Place--Dante Dyches-Chandler
Third Place--Megan Burkholder
Fourth Place--Austin Werner
Fifth Place--Gunnar Armogost
Wrestlers, parents, grandparents, and fans--B-4 High School District Wrestling 2020 Apparel is now available to order. THIS STORE WILL CLOSE FEBRUARY 2ND TO COMPLETE ALL ORDERS. Online store at:
https://b-4wrestling.itemorder.com/sale
The media production will live stream the wrestling dual vs. Lexington at the following link:
https://youtu.be/S4n-bchDwoc
"The Mitten" will be presented by CEEC Pre-K students on Friday, January 31st. Parents and public are invited to attend and enjoy some hot cocoa and cookies afterwards. Hope to see you there!
CEEC Advisory Board Meeting, Friday, January 24th, at Noon. This meeting is open to the public.
Cozad Board of Education Meeting this evening, Monday, January 13th, at 7:00 pm at the District Office.
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a Full-Time Title I Paraprofessional at the elementary school. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school's website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran's preference. EOE.
Patty,
The media production class will be live streaming the varsity Cozad vs. Ogallala basketball games tonight at the following link:
https://youtu.be/L5qSmgccPMk
Treblemakers, the 5th Grade Honor Choir, will be pereforming the National Anthem before the Storm Hockey game on Friday, March 6th. Use the code “Cozad1” for ticket discount.
The 2019 Seniors came back for the day to share their first semester experiences with CHS Seniors. We thank them for giving up a day of their vacation to be here!
Reminder about the addition to the basketball schedule: Girls & Boys 9/10 Game vs Lexington (Home) Jan 2 at 5:00 PM / 6:30 PM @ Cozad High School Gym #cozadMakers
Attention 🏀 parents and fans: the Runza Hoops Classic has been postponed to Tuesday December 31st due to weather. Girls @ 12:00 pm / Boys @ 1:30 pm - both games at Sandy Creek HS. This will be Cozad’s final game of the tournament. #cozadMakers
Updated 🏀 schedule and game times for Monday Dec. 30th @ Runza Hoops Classic: Girls Var - Cozad vs Sandy Creek 12:00 pm / Boys Var - Cozad vs Central City 1:30 pm (both games @ Sandy Creek) #cozadMakers
Attention 🏀 parents and fans: the 2nd round of the Runza Hoops Classic has been postponed to Monday, December 30th at Sandy Creek. Game times TBA. #cozadMakers
Attention 🏀 Parents and Fans - Due to potential weather tomorrow (12/27/19), the game times of the Runza Holiday Classic @ Wood River have been moved up to 2:30 pm JV G & B / 4:00 pm Girls Var / 5:30 pm Boys Var. #cozadMakers
All students will be dismissed by 1:00 on Friday, December 20th. School resumes on Monday, January 6th. Happy Holidays & have a safe and healthy break!
Haymaker Basketball Tonight! If you can't make it to the games, our Computer Media Students will be streaming the varsity basketball games vs. Cambridge at the following link:
https://youtu.be/3LbRFY6inro
Proudly put on your "Ugly Christmas Sweater" and come cheer on the Haymakers Thursday at Girls' and Boys' basketball against Cambridge!
Cozad Middle School Schedule for Friday, December 20th (dismissals times from the Paper Drive)
6th Grade- No School
7th grade- 10:00 AM dismissal
8th grade- dismiss at Noon after Lunch-- 8th graders will eat lunch after 4th period at 11:34.
Speech Team Members and Parents: Some of the speech locations on the printed calendar are incorrect.
Corrected dates for speech are:
Lexington Speech Meet - January 11th
CNFL Speech Meet in Grand Island - January 18th
Gothenburg Speech Meet - February 8th
CHS Computer Media students will live stream the varsity girls' basketball game tonight against McCook at the following link:
https://youtu.be/xCi99ub4kic
Congratulations to Haley Cargill on signing with Southeast Community College to continue her education and softball career. Haley will be attending Southeast Community College in Beatrice, Nebraska, in the Fall of 2020. Haley signed today to play softball for Southeast with her parents, Brian and Lana Cargill, her sisters Grace, Greeley, and Henessy, High School Softball Coach Ashley Ford, and Southeast Head Softball Coach Jodi Deboer. Congratulations and Good Luck Haley!
Congratulations to the following students-athletes on their all-state honors as recognized by the Omaha World Herald. Jacob Engel named 1st Team All-State Punter. Matthew Schuster, Nolan Wetovick, Jacob Weatherly, and Nathan Breon earned Honorable-Mention All-State honors. Congratulations Haymakers! #cozadMakers
CHS Basketball Players, Parents & Fans--Please note that the SECOND round of the Holiday Tournament on Saturday, December 28th, will be played at Sandy Creek--not Central City as printed on the school calendar.
Middle School Honors Convocation will be held December 19th at 9:00 AM in the Auditorium. Students will receive awards for Honor Roll, all A’s, and sports participation awards. Life Skills classes will also do their quilt drawings for 1st semester.
Runza Hoops Classic Girls' and Boys' Holiday Tournament will be held in Wood River beginning on Friday, December 27th.
Thank you CHS students for your dedication and donations to the Cozad Food Pantry. Due to your successful Food Drive dismissal times for Friday, December 20th at CHS is as follows:
Student dismissal schedule, results of NHS Canned Food Drive: Seniors dismissed all day, Juniors and Freshmen (exceeded goal) dismissed after 3rd period (10:10 am), Sophomores dismissed at 1:00 pm.
Thank you to the CMS Students for your successful Paper donations to the Cozad Food Pantry. Due to your hard work, students schedule for Friday, December 20th is 6th Grade--No School; 7th Grade 10:00 am dismissal, and 8th Grade dismiss at Noon after lunch.
The Cozad vs. McCook Wrestling Dual this evening will be live streamed by our Computer Media students at the following link:
https://youtu.be/fP23jN2mtEc
Reminder--Cozad Wrestling Club Registration will be tomorrow, Thursday, December 12th, 2019, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the High School Commons. This is for students Pre-K through 8th grade (students must be 5 years old).
Seniors in Mrs. Rossell's American Government classes participated in their debate today. Prior to the debate, students complete an online questionnaire to determine which party they align with. The entire class votes on issues to debate. Students then research their party's stance. Today they debated from Rep. or Dem. sides on the issues!
Calendar Change this week: The Girls' 9/10 Basketball Game in McCook scheduled for Thursday, December 12th, has been CANCELLED. The 9/10 Boys will still play in McCook on Thursday with a changed start time of 5:00 pm.
Sock it to the Bulldogs! Wear your CRAZY socks to the game tonight! #cozadMakers
The Computer Media class will be live streaming the Varsity basketball games this evening against Pleasanton. The live-stream will be at the following link:
https://youtu.be/z3MJtrxHztg
Congratulations to CHS Junior, Jacob Engel on being named Bobby Mill's C-1,1st Team All-State Punter.
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for the following positions:
TLC Paraprofessional. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position at the Elementary School. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance.
Part-Time AfterZone Paraprofessional. This position includes working as part of
a team doing activities with elementary students, working 12-15 afternoon hours
per week.
Application forms for these positions are available at the Cozad Community
Schools District Office, 1910 Meridian Avenue, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. EOE. Positions subject to veteran’s preference.
Good Luck to our CHS Winter Sports Teams as they begin their 19-20 season this week. Girls and Boys basketball at home tonight against Chase County and Wrestling Dual against Mitchell tomorrow with the Cozad Invite Saturday. Have an awesome season Haymakers!
Cozad Community Schools’ preschool program is accepting applications for children within the Cozad school district for the 2020-21 school year. This program is a Monday-Friday full-day program. Children who are 4 years of age or will be 4 by July 31, 2020 will be given priority for acceptance. Please note there is a monthly sliding-scale fee charged to offset costs for the program (allowable per Nebraska Rule 11). Enrollment packets can be picked up at the Cozad Early Education Center, 420 West 14th, during school hours. Packets must be completed and returned by February 28, 2020.
The media production students will live stream the varsity Cozad vs. Chase County basketball games this evening. The link to access the live stream is:https://youtu.be/_a42NfO69II
The Cozad FCCLA is hosting a Baby Shower. All items will be donated to the Giving Closet or the Parent Child Center dependent on need. Items will be collected December 7th at the Wrestling Invite and December 10th at the Basketball games. All donations are due by December 13th and can also be taken to the High School to Room 201.
Reminder that the SkillsUSA will be hosting a Chili and Cinnamon Roll Supper this evening, Thursday, Dec 5th, starting at 4:00 pm. Come eat supper and cheer on the Haymaker Basketball!
OPAA! is hiring for the kitchen staff at Cozad Community Schools. Please contact Nancy Franssen at 308-217-2058 to apply or at https://www.opaafood.com.
Reminder Youth Wrestling Club Registration is next Thursday, December 12th. from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the High School Commons. This is for students Pre-K through 8th grade (students must be 5 years old).
Just a reminder that there was a change to the calendar for next week's MS games with McCook.
12.9.19 - 7th GBB vs McCook (Cozad Elem) 4:00 pm (moved from Tues to Mon)
12.10.19 - 8th GBB @ McCook (MC JH) 4:00 pm (did not change)
Thursday, December 5th "Retro Night" for the Basketball games vs Chase County. Dig out your retro wear and come cheer on the Haymakers!
Mark your calendars for this Thursday, December 5th for chili and cinnamon roll supper during the basketball game against Chase County. Sponsored by Cozad Skills USA
The Hall of Fame Boys' and Girls' High School Basketball Jamboree that was scheduled for Tuesday, November 26th, has been cancelled. This will NOT be rescheduled. The first regular season game will be a home game against Chase County on Thursday, December 5th. #cozadMakers
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for an anticipated TLC Paraprofessional at the Elementary School. This is a 9-month, 35 hour per week position. Benefits include single health, dental and vision insurance. Application forms are available at the District Office, 1910 Meridian Ave, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call
308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
Haymaker Hoops canceled Wednesday Nov. 27th due to the weather moving in. #cozadMakers
Due to impending weather Cozad Community Schools will be CLOSED tomorrow, Tuesday, November 26th. There will be no school activities or practices. Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Superintendent, Ron Wymore.
Haymaker Hoops this week will be Wednesday Nov. 27th from 9am-10am and 10am-11am. We will send out a message if the weather is bad enough to cancel. See you on Wednesday AM. Contact Coach Danielson with questions. #cozadMakers
Managing your children's media and tech consumption is not always easy. Here’s why
@CommonSenseOrg wants to help and send you free text msg tips about how to practice
healthy media habits at home with your family. http://bit.ly/30NeDef!
If you have kids from 3-8 years old and want to keep helping them thrive in the world of media and technology, all you have to do is text the word "Kids" to this phone number: 21555 and enjoy great content that will benefit you and your loved ones.
http://bit.ly/30NeDef”.
We are so proud of Katelyn Calhoun, a Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Semifinalist from our school who was selected from 93,000+ applicants! Only 1,896 students were selected out of the 93,000 + applications. Learn more about the #CokeScholars Program $20,000 college scholarship and see a full list of Semifinalistsat www.coca-colascholars.org. #CokeScholarsSF #cozadMakers
Cozad Wrestling Club Registration will be on Thursday, December 12th, 2019, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the High School Commons. This is for students Pre-K through 8th grade (students must be 5 years old).
Pictures from the Fall Hayrack Athletic Banquet. It was a great night celebrating the fall sports seasons. #cozadMakers
Lady Makers Basketball Open Practice this Friday! Please join us!
Attention Haymaker Boys Basketball Fans! We are opening up practice to the Cozad Community this Friday Nov. 22nd at 6pm in the High School Gym. We would like to invite parents, community members, fans, and Haymaker Hoops players to our 2nd annual Community Open Practice. We will have prizes, contests, and FREE POSTERS to hand out! Come check out the 2019-2020 Cozad Boys Basketball team! Lets kick off the 19-20 season by packing the Barn!
Good luck to the winter sports teams as their season gets underway! #cozadMakers
Congratulations to Megan Burkholder on signing with Davidson College to continue her studies and Track and Field (Pole Vault) career. She will be attending Davidson College in North Carolina in the Fall of 2020. Megan signed today with her parents, Matt and Anne, her sister Karyn, and Head Coach Trey Botts. Congratulations and best of luck!
Hayrack Athletic Banquet this evening, Monday, November 18th, at 6:30 pm in the Cozad High School gymnasium. All Fall athletes and their parents are invited to attend. Let's celebrate a successful Fall Season! #cozadMakers
Please note the time change for the SMASH dance next Friday 11/22/19. The dance is from 7-9 PM (NOT at 8:00 as listed on the school calendar)
Congratulations to Brittney Aitken and Riley Neinast for being named as Honorable Mentions on the 2019 SWC Volleyball teams. #cozadMakers
The Middle School wrestling meet today against South Loop will be held in Arnold. Good Luck Haymakers! #cozadMakers
2019 Class C-1 District 6 All-District Football. Congratulations Haymakers!
Congratulations to the following Haymakers earning All-District recognition.
All-District
Nathan Breon, Conner Wescoat, Matthew Schuster, and Jacob Weatherly
All-District Honorable Mention
Nolan Wetovick, Silver Delgado, Cade Stott, and Gunnar Armagost
Veteran's Day Service at Cozad High School Gymnasium this morning at 10:00 am. The public is invited and encouraged to attend. Thank you to all our Veterans!
HAWK All-girls wrestling camp will be held tomorrow, Saturday, November 9th, at the HAWK building. (819 Ave H., Cozad). This camp is for girls age 7-18. Check-in is from 10:00-10:30 am, camp will run until 6:00 pm
Cost: $45
Clinician: Coach Hammerlun
For more information and/or registration form, visit our website at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/512982/HAWK_All-Girls_Camp.pdf
Calendar Change: K/1 Vocal Concert: has been changed from the date on the school calendar. This performance will take place on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. This is a time and date change. In addition, there will be one performance only. The 6-12 Band Concert that was on the printed school calendar for December 3rd, will NOW be Monday, December 9th at 7:00 pm.
Just a reminder that today is the last day to order Cozad Boys Basketball Apparel for this season! The store closes tonight at midnight. Here is the link to order: https://haymakerbball.itemorder.com/
Please contact Coach Danielson if you have questions. Thank you for supporting our program!
Shout out to all the staff and community members who helped host the C1-4 VB district final here in Cozad. It was great to receive so many compliments and that we are "First Class All the Way."
#cozadmakers
The MS Wrestling at Sutherland on Friday has been MOVED to THURSDAY at 2PM.
Fifth Annual Powder Puff Football game will be held Sunday, November 10th from 2-4 at CHS Stadium. Free will donation and proceeds are directed toward the Wreaths Across America Project. Come join the fun!
Final:
Cozad 14
A-G 53
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd Qtr:
Cozad 7
A-G 40
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Cozad 7
A-G 26
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Cozad 7
A-G 13
#cozadmakers
October winners! Character trait was optimism. Congratulations!
Haymaker Football Playoff Apparel is in. If you ordered apparel you can pick up until 2:30 in the weight room. After 2:30 It can be picked up in the HS office until 4 PM.#cozadMakers
Seniors had the opportunity to listen to a panel of former CHS graduates. These former students shared why they decided Cozad was a successful location for them after graduation and shared some real life experiences to help our seniors prepare to leave for college. The panel consisted of Former student panel—Marcus Kloepping, Justin Standage, Tyler Worrell, Alison Donner, Kenzie Klein, Brooke Wolfe, and Jessica Finnegan.
Mr. Dustin Favinger was the closing speaker at our Senior Seminar today. Mr. Favinger graduated from Cozad High School in 1995. He taught in Kimball, NE, and then returned to CHS as a guidance counselor until 2016. When Dustin left Cozad, he served as as HS principal at Bridgeport.. This past summer, Dustin and his family have returned to Cozad as a business owner.
Mr. Paul McGinnis addressed all seniors at today's Senior Seminar. He shared his message about overcoming obstacles in life. Mr. McGinnis graduated from Cozad High School in 1979. He attended UNL where he graduated with a degree in Chemistry in 1984. From there, Paul attended UNMC where he received his Bachelors in Pharmacy in 1989 and his Doctorate in Pharmacy in 2000. Paul owns and operates Service Drug in Cozad.
Today was the annual Fall Senior Seminar. The Opening Speaker as Dr. Tim Davis. Dr. Davis is a 1996 Cozad High School alumn. He obtained a degree as a Certified Athletic Trainer from UNL in 1999. A career shift found him at UNMC College of Dentistry, where he graduated in 2006 and then returned to Cozad to begin Davis Family Dental. Goals, hard work, options, and home are things that impacted Dr. Davis and his success and he shared these with our seniors.
Congratulations to Becca Shaffer, Blaire Davis, Brock Malcom and Autum Maline on being selected as members of the 2020 ACDA Regional Honor Choirs! They will rehearse and perform in Milwaukee, WI in March. #cozadMakers
Attention Parents: If you are a parent of a HS winter sport athlete (G/B Basketball or Wrestling), there will be a winter sports parent meeting Tuesday, November 5th @ 7:00 pm in the HS gym. #cozadmakers
Cozad Haymaker Football will be playing Ashland-Greenwood in the first round of State Football play-offs. Here are fan directions to get to the stadium: come into Ashland on highway 66, the first stop sign will be on Silver Street, take a right. Go one block and take a left on 13th street and proceed to a stop sign on Clay Street and take a left and this will lead your fans to the football field (there will be signage at the turns for the fans). #cozadMakers
C—1-11 Sub District VB
Set 3
Cozad 13
Chase County 25
#cozadmakers
C-1-11:
Set 2
Cozad 19
Chase County 25
#cozadmakers
C-1-11 Sub District VB:
Set 1
Cozad 8
Chase County 25
#cozadmakers
This year the Boys Basketball Program is selling Little Caesars Pizza Kits. Please see a boys basketball player or email coach Danielson at drew.danielson@cozadschools.net if you are interested! Please help support our program. Thank you! #cozadMakers
Reminder that Haymaker Hoop registration forms are due tomorrow, Tuesday, October 29th, by 4:00 pm. Registration forms can be found on our website under "Documents > Schools > Elementary (or Middle School) > 2019". If you have any questions, please contact Coach Danielson.
Your haymaker band is returning home with an Excellent in Field and awards for Superior Cole Guard and Superior Drumline!!! Go Makers!!!
Final:
Cozad 0
AC 44
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd:
Cozad 0
AC 44
#cozadmakers
Halftime
Cozad 0
AC 38
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Cozad 0
AC 17
#cozadmakers
SWC VB update:
Lady Haymakers fall to Valentine in 2 sets (25-13 & 25-8). Will play the loser of Ainsworth or McCook. #cozadmakers
2019 State Cross Country Results
Gabe Estrada - 17:11.6 - 12th (State Medalist)
Austin Werner - 18:29.9 - 59th
Congratulations Guys!
#cozadmakers
2019 State Cross Country
Mallory Applegate - 20:24.4 - 11th (State Medalist)
Megan Burkholder - 22:08.7 - 59th
Karyn Burkholder - 22:11.0 - 61st
Congratulations Girls!
#cozadmakers
Lady Haymaker VB falls in 2 sets (25-13 / 25-15) to Broken Bow in the 1st round of SWC. Play Valentine @ 1:00pm #cozadmakers
SWC Volleyball Tournament Friday, October 25th, in Gothenburg. Good Luck Lady Haymakers!
19-20 Scholarship Nights--Seniors, mark your calendars!
Reminder No school for students Thursday and Friday, October 24th and 25th. Parent Teacher Conferences today, Thursday, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Cross Country State Send-Off today, Wednesday, October 23rd, at 2:30 pm in the HS Auditorium. Good Luck Haymakers—We Believe! #cozadMakers
Only 1 week left to sign up for Haymaker Hoops! Forms are located at any Cozad School office. Haymaker Hoops forms are due Tuesday Oct. 29th. Don't miss out on your chance to be apart of Cozad Boys Basketball. Contact Coach Danielson with any questions.
Lady Haymaker VB falls in set 3: 25-14 #cozadmakers
Lady Haymaker VB falls in set 2: 25-23 #cozadmakers
Lady Haymaker VB @ Elm Creek. Fall in the first set 25-11 #cozadmakers
Parents & Community Members, on Tuesday, October 22nd, the Cozad Community Schools will participate in a school-wide Lock Down DRILL. Please note this is a DRILL ONLY and will take place at approximately 2:45 pm.
We are also sending this message out through our school notification system to test that parents are receiving notifications from the school. If you know of a Parent that does not receive a text/call, they need to call their child’s school and make sure the office has their correct phone number. Thank You!
No School for Cozad Students Thursday and Friday, October 24 and 25. Parent-Teacher Conferences will be Thursday only (Oct 24) from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Elementary conferences can be scheduled through Bloomz
Final
Cozad 34
Lex 14
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd Qtr:
Cozad 27
Lex 14
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Cozad 21
Lex 0
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Cozad 7
Lex 0
#cozadmakers
CHS Cross Country State Qualifiers
Five Cross Country runners are headed to state! Mallory (2nd), Megan (12th), Karyn (15th), Gabe (2nd), and Austin (12th). Way to go Cozad! #cozadMakers
2019 State Softball (Day 2)
Final (6 innings)
Auburn 16
Cozad 5
Great season ladies! #cozadmakers
There is a 1:00 early out tomorrow Friday, October 18th. There will be AfterZone for those that are already enrolled.
2019 State Softball (Day 2)
End of 5th:
Auburn 11
Cozad 4
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball (Day 2)
End of 3rd:
Auburn 8
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball (Day 2)
End of 2nd:
Auburn 8
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball (Day 2)
End of 1st:
Auburn 5
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
9/10 Football Schedule Addition—CHS 9th and 10th Football will now play North Platte on Monday, October 21st at 5:30 pm in North Platte. #cozadMakers
Cozad Middle School and High School students had the opportunity this morning to hear Ron “Gus” Gustafson speak about never giving up and always having the courage to face the next challenge. #cozadMakers
Good Luck Cozad Cross Country at Districts today!
2019 State Softball
Final (4 innings)
Cozad 0
Fairbury 10
Play @ 2:00 pm tomorrow vs the winner of Auburn / Hastings St. Cecilia
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 3rd:
Cozad 0
Fairbury 9
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 2nd:
Cozad 0
Fairbury 6
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 1st:
Cozad 0
Fairbury 5
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
Final:
KC 4
Cozad 6
Play next at 5:30 pm vs Fairbury!!!!
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 6th:
KC 3
Cozad 6
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 5th:
KC 3
Cozad 6
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 4th:
KC 2
Cozad 5
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 3rd:
KC 2
Cozad 5
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 2nd:
KC 0
Cozad 1
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
End of 1st:
KC 0
Cozad 1
#cozadmakers
2019 State Softball
Minutes away from the first pitch!
Cozad vs Kearney Catholic #cozadmakers
CMS Book Fair next week! Book Fair at Cozad Middle School Library October 21-24.
We are pleased to announce that Abby Worrell has been selected as a member of the 2019 Nebraska All State Honor Choir! She will represent Cozad in November at UNL as a part of the Nebraska Music Education Conference.
Reminder: This Friday, Oct. 18th, is a 1:00 Dismissal for all Cozad Students Pre-K through 12th.
Reminder, today, Wednesday, Oct. 16th, is a 2:00 dismissal for all Cozad Students Pre-K through 12th grade.
Lynzi Becker is your Class C Girls State Golf Champion!!!!! #cozadmakers
All NSAA State Softball Game times for Wednesday, October 16 have been pushed back one hour.
Day 2 of Girls State Golf is underway! #cozadmakers
Girls State Golf #cozadmakers
Girls State Golf:
Lynzi Becker about ready to tee off (12:30)
#cozadmakers
The Cozad Elementary Parent Organization will sponsor a Fall Festival on October 22 in the Elementary Gym from 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Pre-Sale Tickets will be available on October 16th & 18th after school. Pre-Sale Tickets are 5 tickets for $1.00
Volleyball Schedule Change for Tuesday, Oct 15th--there will be NO Reserve (9/10) match. JV and Varsity 6:00 and 7:00 pm. Games are at Minden #cozadmakers
C-6 District Champs!!!
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
Final:
Cozad 14
KC 12
District Champs!!! #cozadmakers
Going to the bottom of the 7th!
Cozad 14
KC 12
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 6th:
Cozad 10
KC 12
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 5th:
Cozad 8
KC 9
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 4th:
Cozad 8
KC 7
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 3rd:
Cozad 4
KC 4
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 2nd:
Cozad 4
KC 3
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final (Game 2)
End of 1st:
Cozad 2
KC 3
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Final (Game 1):
Kearney Catholic 11
Cozad 7
Game 2 coming up next
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Bottom 7:
Kearney Catholic 11
Cozad 7
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top of 7:
Kearney Catholic 10
Cozad 7
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top of 6:
Kearney Catholic 9
Cozad 4
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top of 5:
Kearney Catholic 4
Cozad 2
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top 4:
Kearney Catholic 1
Cozad 2
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top of 3:
Kearney Catholic 1
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Final
Top of 2:
Kearney Catholic 1
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Softball
Final (4 innings)
Kearney Catholic 2
Cozad 12
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Softball
Top 4:
Kearney Catholic 2
Cozad 10
#cozadmakers
C-6 District Softball
Top 3:
Kearney Catholic 0
Cozad 9
#cozadmakers
Cozad Softball Update
After 1:
Kearney Catholic 0
Cozad 9
#cozadmakers
Final:
Kearney Catholic 38
Cozad 20
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd:
Kearney Catholic 31
Cozad 8
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Kearney Catholic 24
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Kearney Catholic 10
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
On September 17, Runza conducted the 2nd annual Feed the Need fundraiser. The Cozad location donated over $225 to our backpack program, helping children have the food and basic nutrition needed to grow and thrive. Thank you very much to the Cozad Runza Restaurant!! We appreciate your support.
State send off today, Friday, October 11th, for State Golf Qualifier Lynzi Becker. Send-Off at 3:00 pm in the High School auditorium. #cozadMakers
Congratulations to the Fall 2019 new National Honor Society Members. New members include Lexy Canas,
Abigail Nelsen, Tatum Sassali, Gunnar Armogast , and Jacob Engel. #cozadMakers
Due to weather, district softball has been postponed to Saturday October 12th. The schedule and game times will remain the same on Saturday. Cozad vs KC @ 12:00 pm. #cozadmakers
HS Football Parents: Reminder that tomorrow is Parents' Night at our last regular season home game. Recognition begins at 6:30 pm. #cozadmakers
SWC Cross Country Results:
Var: Mallory Applegate 4th, Karyn Burkholder 8th, Megan Burkholder 10th
Var: Gabe Estrada 2nd, Austin Werner 9th
MS: Ellie Albrecht 10th, Adalyn Anderson 11th
MS: Aaron Wilson 15th, Nate Haggart 16th
#cozadmakers
C-6 Softball District Bracket. Districts begin today, Wednesday, October 9th, Cozad's first game is at 2:00 pm in Kearney.
5th grade Treblemakers Honor Choir. Students practice every Tuesday after school with Mrs. Stephens and are available to perform in the community. I’d you would like them to perform for your organization, please contact Mrs. Stephens at Cozad Elementary.
Cozad VB falls to Broken Bow (0-2)
Cozad VB falls in set 2 to Ord 20-25 #cozadmakers
Cozad VB falls in the first set to Ord 25-11 #cozadmakers
Good luck ladies at District Golf!
Ryder Nichols a CMS 8th grade student replaced O rings and a piston in a brad nailer in Mrs. Teahon’s Activity class.
Cozad Volleyball Triangular and Parent's Night this evening, Tuesday, October 8th. If you cannot make it to the "Barn", the Media students will be streaming at 5:00 and 7:00 on their YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjBSfWJBHjZysGbJhMKQg2A/live
Cozad Community Schools is seeking a Secondary ELL (English Language Learner) para educator. Applicants will be working with Middle School and High School Newcomers. Applicants need to be bilingual in Spanish and English. Hours may be customized within normal school hours.
First Grade Field Trip moved to Wednesday, October 9th. Due to the predicted forecast for this Thursday, the 1st grade field trip to the Pumpkin Patch has been moved to Wednesday, October 9th. The schedule remains the same and students will leave after lunch at 12:45 and return before dismissal.
Due to the weather forecast, Thursday's Cross Country SWC Invite has been moved to Wednesday, October 9th at 1:00 pm at Cozad.
Pre-K Parents—please note change to field trip this week
Please Note: Softball Districts this week are Wednesday and Thursday, October 9 & 10--the calendar has this incorrect (it states Thursday & Friday). Bracket will be posted later today. #cozadMakers
Final:
Cozad 29
Minden 6
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd:
Cozad 8
Minden 6
#cozadmakers
CHS Cheer!
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Cozad 0
Minden 6
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Cozad 0
Minden 0
#cozadmakers
Due to the weather conditions, the Softball Tournament scheduled at Yutan for Saturday, Oct 5th, is cancelled. #cozadMakers
Results from SWC Girls Golf in Broken Bow:
Lynzi Becker 83 (2nd place), Ayden Ourada 112, Sydney Howerter 124, Karissa Jackson 131
Team finished 5th (450)
#cozadmakers
Softball Final:
Gothenburg 4
Cozad 8
#cozadmakers
Top of 5:
Gothenburg 0
Cozad 6
#cozadmakers
SWC girls golf at Broken Bow Country Club today! Good luck Haymakers!
Attention Youth Boys Basketball Players,
It is time for our 4th season of Haymaker Hoops! Haymaker Hoops is an opportunity for ALL 1st-8th grade boys who are interested in improving their basketball skills and fundamentals. Led by Coach Danielson and the High School Boys Basketball players, your son will learn what it takes to play Haymaker Basketball! Forms are online or available for pick up at Cozad Middle School and Elementary. Sign up today! (Printable Forms can be found on our school website under "Documents > Schools > Elementary (MS) > 19-20)
Coach Danielson
Due to wet field conditions, tomorrow's JV/Varsity Softball games vs. Gothenburg will be played in Lexington. Game times remain 5:00 and 6:30. We will still have our Parents' Night and PINK-OUT.
The Gothenburg Middle School Cross Country meet will not be held tomorrow and is cancelled due to wet conditions. #cozadmakers
Reserve Volleyball Triangular has been add to our schedule Thursday October 3rd: @ Prairie View School - Ogallala
5:00 pm. Ogallala vs. Lexington
6:00 pm. Lexington vs. Cozad
7:00 pm. Cozad vs. Ogallala
*All times are cst
Softball games in Centennial today have been cancelled. No make up dates planned. #cozadmakers
MS FB games scheduled today in Cozad have been postponed until Thursday. Same times 5:00/6:30 on Thursday. #cozadmakers
Little Jazz Camp this Saturday, October 5. Deadline has been extended until Friday, October 4. Performance is Friday, October 11th.
FB Final:
Holdrege 7
Cozad 46
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd Qtr:
Holdrege 7
Cozad 34
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Holdrege 7
Cozad 21
#cozadmakers
End of 1st Qtr:
Holdrege 0
Cozad 14
#cozadmakers
Congratulations to these Cozad Kids Caught with Character for September 2019
Homecoming Friday at CHS! Downtown pep rally today at 2:30, Slppy Joe Feed sponsored by the Band at CHS starting at 5:00 pm, and Homecoming Football game with kick off at 7:00 pm as the Haymakers face the Holdrege Dusters. Homecoming Royalty will be crowned at the end of the football game. Homecoming Dance is tomorrow, Saturday, September 28th at 8:00 pm at Cozad High School.
Seniors winning with Class and they sport their Class Colors for Homecoming Week.
Congratulations to Cozad High School Senior Saw Htoo who was named Elk's Student of the Month.
Cross Country Results from Ogallala Invite:
High School:
Mallory Applegate - 8th, Megan Burkholder - 21st, Karyn Burkholder - 22nd
Gabe Estrada - 2nd, Austin Werner - 10th
Middle School:
Ellie Albrecht - 8th
Cozad VB Triangular
Set 1:
Maxwell 25
Cozad 19
Set 2:
Maxwell 22
Cozad 25
Set 3:
Maxwell 25
Cozad 19
#cozadmakers
Cozad VB Triangular:
Set 1:
Sutherland 25
Cozad 9
Set 2:
Sutherland 25
Cozad 17
#cozadmakers
The Computer Media Class will be live-streaming the Cozad Volleyball this evening. Cozad plays at 5:00 and 7:00 and the live-stream will be at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjBSfWJBHjZysGbJhMKQg2A/live
OPAA Food Service is hiring for the Cozad Community Schools. If interested, please contact Neil at 913-522-9158 or apply online at opaafood.com
Calendar Correction: The Volleyball Triangular for this evening, Thursday, Sept. 26th, starts at 5:00 pm (calendar states 6:00). Cozad plays at 5:00 and 7:00 pm. #cozadMakers
CEEC visits the library and helps with a painting project!
Var SB Final (4 innings):
Chase County 1
Cozad 11
#cozadmakers
JV Softball Final (3 innings):
Chase County 0
Cozad 18
#cozadmakers
The CEPO is selling concession on Thursday at the volleyball game! Join us at the High School as we raise money for a Gaga pit.
The Attorney General for Nebraska will be speaking to the High School student body on next Tuesday (10/1) at 9:00 am. in the auditorium. He will speak for approximately 30 minutes followed by 15 minutes of Q & A.
Cozad Community Schools has put up new backboards and rims in our HS gym. We are selling the existing backboards in the picture below to whoever is interested. The backboard comes with the existing rim that is detached. We are selling each backboard/rim for $100 each or $400 for all 4 backboards/rims. Buying these in store would cost you $1,000 or more. Please comment on this post if you are interested. Thank you.
JV FB - Final:
Broken Bow 18
Cozad 48
#cozadmakers
JV FB - Halftime:
Broken Bow 6
Cozad 32
#cozadmakers
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applications for a full-time position at the District Office in the Financial Department. Duties include but not limited to; accounts receivable/payable, payroll administration, preparation of numerous financial reports, state reports, assist with budget development, financial audit, and grants management. Familiarity with public school accounting structure preferred, but not required. This is a 12-month position. Benefits include single health, dental & vision insurance. General job descriptions and application forms are available at the Cozad Community Schools District Office, 1910 Meridian Avenue, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. Position subject to veteran’s preference. EOE.
2019 Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame Golden Anniversary Teams 1969-1970 #cozadmakers
Results from Dawson County Invite #cozadmakers
Congratulations to The 2019 CHS Homecoming Top 5 King and Queen candidates. King candidates include Austin Werner, Cameron Brock, Alex Huertas, Jacob Gengenbach, and Conner Westcoat. Queen candidates include Ahnika Svajgr, Haley Cargill, Megan Burkholder, Abigail Nelsen, and Tatum Sassali.
The Varsity softball game tonight against Northwest has been postponed to tomorrow (Friday) at 4:30 pm - Bellamy Field. This will be varsity only. #cozadmakers
The Sidney Raiders have invited the Cozad Haymaker fans to their Tailgate before the Football Game on Friday, September 20th.
Senior Softball Girls ready for their game tonight against Grand Island Northwest.
Cozad Community School Board Retreat is scheduled for Thursday, September 19th, at 7:00 pm at the District Office.
Results from yesterday:
Volleyball - Defeated Arapahoe 2-0 / Lost to Alma 0-2
Softball - Defeated Lexington 8-4
Cross Country @ McCook - HS Gabe Estrada 3rd, Mallory Applegate 5th / MS Ellie Albrecht 1st, Addy Anderson 4th
#cozadmakers
2019 Cozad High School Top Ten Homecoming Candidates. Queen candidates include: Hailey Wilson, Abigail Nelsen, Megan Burkholder, Haley Cargill, Raegan Fleharty, McKenzie Lee, Jercey Irish, Ahnika Svajgr, Tatum Sassali, and Ayden Ourada. King candidates include: Cameron Brock, Jacob Gengenbach, Alex Huertas, Austin Werner, Conner Westcoat, Cade Stott, Silver Delgado, Gabe Estrada, Saw Htoo, and Breckin Loftin. (not pictured is Breckin Loftin).
Help support our Backpack Food Program by eating at Runza tomorrow, September 17th. We appreciate Runza's support and the support from our community!
Volleyball Update:
Cozad is defeated by Centura 2-0
#cozadmakers
Softball Update (Final)
Cozad 12
Lex 10
#cozadmakers
Cozad Volleyball falls in 2 sets to Valentine. Play next at 2:30 (Wellness Center) #cozadmakers
Cozad Volleyball Invite! #cozadmakers
Cross Country Update from Broken Bow Invite:
Gabe Estrada 1st, Austin Werner 13th
Mallory Applegate 9th, Megan Burkholder 16th
Middle School: Ellie Albrecht 9th
Final from the Softball Invite:
Minden 0
Cozad 12
#cozadmakers
Cozad Softball Invite is getting underway! Cozad vs Minden #cozadmakers
Final:
Chase County 0
Cozad 13
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd:
Chase County 0
Cozad 0
#cozadmakers
Girls Golf Results from Lexington Invite: Becker 76 - 2nd place, Ourada 99, Jackson 116, Howerter 120
Team Score 411 - 4th Place
#cozadmakers
Cozad Elementary 5th grade students arrived early this morning to welcome other students.
Congratulations to Cozad High School Top 10 Homecoming Candidates for 2019. Queen candidates include: Hailey Wilson, Abigail Nelsen, Megan Burkholder, Haley Cargill, Raegan Fleharty, McKenzie Lee, Jercey Irish, Ahnika Svajgr, Tatum Sassali, and Ayden Ourada. King candidates include: Cameron Brock, Jacob Gengenbach, Alex Huertas, Austin Werner, Conner Westcoat, Cade Stott, Silver Delgado, Gabe Estrada, Saw Htoo, and Breckin Loftin. (not pictured are Alex Huertas, Conner Westcoat, Breckin Loftin, McKenzie Lee, and Ayden Ourada). Formal picture of Top 10 Candidates will be taken Monday morning by the Trib and School.
Softball Final:
SV / Alma 3 Cozad 13
#cozadmakers
Top 4
SV / Alma 2 Cozad 12
#cozadmakers
Top 3:
SV / Alma 0 Cozad 7
#cozadmakers
Top 2: Cozad 3 SV / Alma 0
#cozadmakers
Cozad FFA Tailgate Friday, September 13th. All proceeds help cover expenses of contests.
With the softball game being moved to Lexington today, there will be NO concessions available. #cozadMakers
Due to wet field conditions, tonight's (9-12-19) JV/Varsity softball games against Southern Valley, have been MOVED to Lexington. Game times are the same. Hope to see our Haymaker softball fans in Lexington tonight! (Cozad passes will still be accepted).
CHS Volleyball Invite this Saturday. Cozad's first game is at 12:30 in the HS Gym. Good Luck Lady Haymakers!
CHS is excited to announce the 2019 Homecoming Spirit Days!
Opaa! Food Service is looking for a Director of Nutrition Services for the Cozad School system. This position is for employment with Opaa! Food Services. For more information, visit https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=26579&siteid=7048#jobDetails=681835_7048
Cozad Softball Invite this Saturday, September 14th, beginning at 9:00 am. Come out and support your Lady Haymakers and see a great day of softball!
Cozad Early Education Center Pre-K Grandparent Day is Thursday, September 12th
Reminder to 5th-grade parents that the band instrument rental/information night is this Thursday, September 12, from 7-8 pm in the Middle School Commons. Contact mark.messner@cozadschools.net with any concerns or questions.
VB Final: Hershey defeats Cozad in the final set 15-12 #cozadmakers
Cozad wins set 3 (25-12). Trail 2-1 against Hershey #cozadmakers
Cozad Triangular with Holdrege and Minden #cozadmakers
Mark your calendars! Tuesday, September 17th, 10% of Cozad's Runza's proceeds will be donated to help the Cozad Food Backpack program.
Reminder of the Cozad Elementary Parent Organization (CEPO) meeting tonight, Monday, Sept. 9th, at 7 pm in the elementary library.
Good luck Cozad Cross Country at your home invite today. Go Haymakers!
Final:
Gburg 21 Cozad 6
#cozadmakers #nebpreps
End of 3:
Gburg 21 Cozad 0
#cozadmakers #nebpreps
End of 1:
Gburg 0 Cozad 0
#cozadmakers #nebpreps
Tailgate tonight! Come support your local United Way and FCCLA before the football game!
Cozad vs. Southern Valley Varsity Volleyball will be live-streamed this evening. We have a new media class and they will be learning to stream events. Please be patient as we adjust equipment, etc. Catch the live stream on their YouTube Channel at
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjBSfWJBHjZysGbJhMKQg2A/live
Grandparents' Day this Friday, September 6th, at Cozad Elementary (Grades K-5th). Pre-K Grandparents' Day will be next week on September 12th
Cozad Volleyball "Black Out"
Reminder that today, Wednesday, September 4th, is a 2:00 Dismissal for all students Pre-K through 12th grade.
Busy Tuesday day for Haymaker Athletes. Good luck to all our teams competing today. Volleyball, Golf, and Football away games. Haymaker softball at home. Great night to head to Bellamy Field if you can’t make one of the away games. Let’s go Haymakers!
Girls Golf Dual Vs Kearney Catholic #cozadmakers
Parents: If your child is absent from school (other than scheduled school activity), please make sure you call the office before 9:30 am. Starting today, our automatic attendance calls will go out for those students who are absent and a parent has not called in. Calls should go out automatically at approximately 10:20 am. Please be patient as we work the "bugs" out of the notification system. Thank you!
Final:
Cozad 0
Ord 28
#cozadmakers
End of 3rd Qtr:
Cozad 0
Ord 28
#cozadmakers
Halftime:
Cozad 0
Ord 21
#cozadmakers
End of the 1st Qtr:
Cozad 0
Ord 7
#cozadmakers
Results from yesterday:
Girls Golf @ KC Invite: Team Score 479 (4th place)
Ind. Scores - Becker 85 (2nd); Ourada 110 (9th); Jackson 136; Howerter 148
VB: Gothenburg def. Cozad, 25-11, 25-18, 25-9 (3-0)
SB: Cozad def. Gothenburg 8-4
Haymakers in action tonight in Ord - 7:00 pm. Best of luck to our football team! #cozadmakers
Reminder that today, Wednesday, August 28th, is picture day for elementary and Pre-K students. Please send your order form with your child if you wish to order pictures.
School Pictures will be taken this week. Students at the elementary will bring photo packets home. MS and HS students, please pick yours up in the offices. Pictures will be taken at the HS and MS on Tuesday, August 27th and at the Elementary and CEEC on Wednesday, August 28th.
The High School softball team bus was involved in a minor accident. All players and coaches are safe and there were no injuries. All parents have been notified and arrangements have been made to transport the team to the game. We just want our patrons to know everyone is safe.
CHS Football Gatorade Scrimmage this evening--Friday, August 23rd, at 7:00 pm. Watch the Haymakers in action as you help celebrate at the Back to School Kick-off celebration!
CHS will host the Sports Hall of Fame Jamboree Volleyball game this evening, Friday, August 23rd, at 5:00 pm in the HS gym. PLEASE NOTE that admission for this event is $5 for adults and $4 for students and no passes will be accepted. All the proceeds for this event will be donated to the Hall of Fame. Come to the Barn this evening and support these young athletes and organization!
There will not be a XC scrimmage tonight as posted on the calendar. Their scrimmage will be Aug 31st 9:00 am at Cozad Country Club
Don't forget you can always view each school's lunch menu on our website or our app. https://cozadschools.nutrislice.com/menu/cozad-high-school/lunch/2019-08-22?mode=browse
The Box Tops program is going through a big change this year. Now, when you see a Box Tops symbol, you can scan your store receipt using the Box Tops app and the money will automatically go to our school. The B.T. program will still honor the traditional cut and sort Box Tops until they expire. Send them to school and we will count/sort them. Thank you to everyone who has been collecting Box Tops to support our elementary and for your continued support. If you would like to learn more about the new program/app, follow the link below.
https://www.boxtops4education.com/
First tailgate of the 19-20 season--Friday, August 23rd. Join in the Back to School Celebration!
Elementary Parents please mark your calendars--Grandparents Day is set for Sept. 6th from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Cozad Community Schools thanks the Bill Cover memorial fund for choosing to support aspiring musicians. Audrey Cover presented a check to the CCS Band Director, Mark Messner, to provide instruments for younger students unable to afford them.
Bellamy Park is ready to go! Come out and support Cozad Haymaker Softball Gatorade Scrimmage - 5:00 pm. Great start to our Fall Sports' Season.
The Nebraska Department of Education asked Nebraska’s educators to help survey parents, students, businesses, community members and organizations to learn their opinion about the quality of and access to Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs and resources available in all Nebraska schools.
We are asking for our parents' and patrons' help in sharing your opinion by completing the survey attached. We ask that this be completed by August 31 at which time the survey will close.
This survey allows you to provide valuable input for the development of Nebraska’s new four-year CTE State Plan and ensuring each student has access to high-quality CTE experiences. It should only take 10-15 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance!
https://nde.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8cDZT5sgdeJ66r3
Cozad Community Schools is required to notify all staff, students and parents of registered sex offenders in the Cozad school district. This notice is to keep you informed so that you can protect our students, however it should not be used for any retaliatory purpose against the sex offender, the offender's family, or the offender's employer. A current listing can be found at: https://sor.nebraska.gov/Registry/Search?CountyId=&City=Cozad&ZipCode=&SearchType=Region.
Elementary Open House tonight, August 19th. Kindergarten (only) 4:00 to 5:00 and Grades 1-5 will be 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Our teachers are excited to meet you!
High School Freshmen and New Student Orientation tonight, Monday, August 19th at 6:00 pm in the HS Auditorium. Students attending can then pick up their chromebooks after the orientation.
MS and HS Devices. This year our students in grades 6-12 will be issued a chromebook. Middle School students will get their devices the first day of school. High School Sophomores-Seniors can pick their chromebook up Monday or Tuesday from 9-12. Freshmen and NEW students can pick up their devices after the orientation Monday. Any student in grades 6-12 that would like to take their device home, will need to pay the $12.00 take-home fee and sign the Take Home Agreement. All paperwork and fees for chromebooks will be due NO LATER than Friday, August 30th. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Wolfe at patty.wolfe@cozadschools.net
CHS Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores: If you would like to pick up your chromebook before the first day of school, you can pick them up on Monday or Tuesday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Mrs. Wolfe and/or Mrs. Irish will be in the tech room behind the office (use the hallway by Mr. Vincent's room). FRESHMEN and NEW students, you can pick your chromebook up after the Orientation on Monday, August 19th. (those students that do not pick it up early, you will get your chromebook on the first day of school).
Due to the wet field conditions, the Softball Gatorade Scrimmage scheduled today (August 16th) has been postponed to Tuesday, August 20th, 5:00 pm at Bellamy Field. #cozadMakers
Cozad Haymaker Football Apparel Order Form--Due Monday, August 19th, by 4:00 pm
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/440318/cozad_football_order__2019.pdf
Haymaker football apparel is available for order until Monday. Digital copy is on our website and app (Go to "Documents > Schools > High School > 2019-2020"). Hard copies can also be found in the HS office. Orders must be turned in to the HS office by Monday at 4 PM. Checks payable to Cozad Community Schools.
CEEC Staff is anxiously awaiting our new students to visit us this evening! CEEC Open House this evening from 5 to 6.
The Middle School will have an Orientation for 6th graders and new students this evening, Thursday, August 15th at 6:00 pm. These students can pick up their schedules at this time also.
Pre-School Open House at CEEC this evening, Thursday, August 15th, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Students and Parents are invited to come meet your teacher and our staff. Students are encouraged to bring their supplies so they won't have to do that on the first day. Can't wait to meet you!
Cozad Schools will be welcoming a new staff member this fall. We are excited for Jasper Anne to join our schools and work with our students. Parents, if you do NOT want your child to interact with our Therapy Dog, please complete the REFUSAL form on our website. Jasper will be working with Mrs. Tasia Aden throughout the school year. The REFUSAL form can be found at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/435401/Therapy_Dog_refusal_form.pdf
2018-2019 CHS Yearbooks are in! Last year seniors (Class of 2019) can pick them up in the HS office from Roxanne. This year's sophomores, juniors, and seniors can pick them up in Ms. Sansone's room. #cozadMakers
Elementary Fundraiser to support 2019-2020 school wide theme of "Be Kind"
Welcome Cozad Community Schools new teachers! We are excited to have you join our district. New staff begins the school year today.
Middle School Schedules will be available starting Wednesday, August 14th at 1:00.Students may pick them up in the MS office. 6th Grade students can pick up their schedules at the 6th Grade and New Student Orientation, on Thursday, August 15th at 6:00 pm
2019-2020 School calendars were mailed today to families with children in Cozad Schools. Calendars were also delivered to the banks for our community members and patrons.
Parents: The Community Football Club will have Flag and Tackle Football this Fall for grades 3rd & 4th (Flag Football) and Grades 5th & 6th (Tackle Football). Registration Forms can be found on our website and app under "Documents > Schools > elementary > 2019-2020". Registration is Monday August 19th. Please see the forms for additional information. This program is sponsored by the Community Football Club.
Elementary Open House--Monday, August 19th, Kindergarten (only) 4:00 to 5:00 and Grades 1-5 will be 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
CHS Students: The PowerSchool portal for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY has been open so you can review your schedule. Please review your schedule. If you have any questions or need to make schedule changes, please see Mrs. Smith, new CHS Guidance Counselor, in the High School counseling office. She will be available this week from 8 to 4. Use the east student parking lot doors to enter the high school.
HELP WANTED
Cozad Community Schools is seeking applicants for a Full-Time Administrative Assistant. This is a 12-month, 40 hour per week position at the District Office. Previous experience is preferred, but not required. Benefits include single health, dental & vision insurance. Application forms are available at the Cozad Community Schools District Office, 1910 Meridian Avenue, or are available on the school’s website (www.cozadschools.net). Please call 308-784-2745 for additional information. EOE. Position subject to veteran’s preference.
Attentions Parents: reminder of the Fall Sport Athlete meeting for High School Fall athletes, tonight at 7:00 pm in the HS Auditorium. Please use the Auditorium doors on the south west side--the main HS doors will be locked and the hallways are not accessible due to wax.