Eagle Connect: April 2025

It seems like I just finished writing the newsletter for March and yet, here we are getting ready to start April. As mentioned before, the end of the school year is extremely busy with spring sports and activities, state testing, prom, finals, and graduation. As an educator, parent, and spouse, I know how often I can get caught up in the race of life. While we are all busy, I truly hope your pace can slow down so that you can enjoy the little moments in life that will make a lifetime of memories. I recently came across this quote and hope you find some peace in reading it:

Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.

• John Lubbock

News and Notes:

• In anticipation of Prom, we are having a spirit week for students and staff:

• Monday: PJ/Comfy Clothes Day

• Tuesday: April Fools...mismatch, clothes backwards, etc.

• Wednesday: Favorite musician/singer/band or concert shirt

• Thursday: Jersey Day or favorite sports team

• Friday: Hat Day and Country Club Day (get ready for the Master's)

• Prom: This will take place at The Cotillion on Saturday, April 5th from 8-11pm. Prom is for all juniors, seniors, and their dates. Be on the lookout for ticket sales soon. As always, tickets can be purchased at myschooldance.com

• After Prom: This event is for all MHS students in 11th and 12th grade (and their dates) for a safe activity for them to do after prom on April 5th. It runs from 11-2am at MHS. However, the committee is short on some funds. If you are able, I know any contribution made to After Prom would be greatly appreciated and go to an amazing cause. You can send financial donations directly using Venmo: @maizeafterprom

• Congratulations to the students who performed in the 5A-6A All-State Orchestra:

• Johanna Speer, viola

• Lyla Lansdown, violin I

• Jack Bowen, violin II

• Kathryn Dayley, bass

• The Senior Art and Awards show is on Thursday, April 19th starting at 6pm at Heartland Credit Union on Maize Road. Come out to see the creative work created by our senior artists!

• The class of 2025 seniors will have their cap and gown pictures taken on Tuesday, April 1st at MHS. The cameras will be set up starting at 7am. This is also an opportunity for students to sign off on their picture for the graduate panel and ensure their name is correctly spelled for the graduation program.

• We have started the Kansas state assessments. Students in grade 10 will complete assessments in English Language Arts and Math, while students in grade 11 will take the science assessment.

• On Friday, April 4th, we will NOT have early release from Flex. Students will report to their Flex class after Block 2 as they would on a regular school day.

• Our last official day off from school for students will be on Monday, April 21st. This is a teacher professional learning day and students will not have school.

• Graduation for the class of 2025 will be on Wednesday, May 14th at 6:30pm. Like last year, the ceremony will take place at Park City Arena (formerly known as Hartman Arena). Information about graduation and their activities will be coming out soon.

• Finals Schedule

• We will once again have a finals schedule at the end of semester.

• Starting the week of May 19th, we will send out a form for parents to excuse students on the afternoon of the testing day May 21st (if they so choose).

• During finals, we will NOT call students out of class in order to limit interruptions.

• Please see below for the finals schedule

• Congratulations to the students who made the Term 3 honor roll! Your hard work in the classroom is admired!!

• Congratulations to the boys basketball team on their 3rd place finish in class 6A!

• Congratulations to our April Students of the Month:

With Eagle Pride,

Dr. Botts

Visit our school website at www.usd266.com/mhs.

Connect with Dr. Botts at cbotts@usd266.com or 316-722-0441.

Maize High School is located at 11600 W. 45th St. North in Maize.

Max (Bo) Mackenzie-Bryant

Daniel Cobos

Reese Gietzen

Madalyn Rogers

Madisen Lickly

Brandon Morales

Carson Levey

Chloe Sargent

Olivia Kurth

Matt Flanagan

Vanessa Nikkel

Avery Duda

Lexi Perez

Brandi Ryno

Emily Clark

Travis Byers

Audrey Leen

Students may have 5 absences per class, per 9 week term. Students will risk losing credit for classes after the 5th absence. Professional documentation is the only way to have an absence excused and not count toward credit and/or Truancy.

If you need to call out a student for an appointment we ask that you call in as early in the day as possible. We start answering phones at 7:00am. By doing this, we can ensure that your student has a pass to leave at the time you need them to leave.

If your student needs to miss an extended amount of school days please contact the attendance office in advance. We can help!

Maize High School does NOT have an open lunch policy. Any student called out during 3rd block will be marked absent for the entire block unless returning with professional documentation. Parents/guardians wanting to take their student to lunch without an absence may do so by coming into the office, signing your student out, and having that student back within their 30 minute lunch period.

MHS does not accept food deliveries or outside food to be delivered to a student. Outside food may NOT be taken into the commons area during lunch time.

Flex is a for credit class for graduation. On Fridays, students have the opportunity to leave Flex early if they adhere to the following rules:

1. Students MUST check in with their flex teacher before leaving.

2. Failure to check in will result in an absence in Flex and a 1 hour detention.

3. Students can not leave if they have more than 5 absences in the current term.

4. Students can not leave if they have a tardy in any block.

5. Students must not be on the D/F list.

6. No disciplinary issues for the week.

"Flex Week" starts on Friday and runs to the following Thursday. Example, If a student is tardy to 3rd block on Friday that will count for flex NEXT Friday and not that day.

Students who do not have an immediate ride or ride the bus must stay in flex class until the final bell rings.

If you need to call out your student for flex class we ask that you do so as early in the day as possible.

Betsy Manning, Director of School Counseling

School Counselor for students whose last names begin with A through B

Office Phone: 316-350-2120 & email: bmanning@usd266.com

Katie Shephard, School Counselor for students whose last names begin with C through G Office Phone: 316-350-2118 & email: kshephard@usd266.com

Megan Bleier, School Counselor for students whose last names begin with H through L Office Phone: 316-350-2119 & email: mbleier@usd266.com

Katie Wiechman, School Counselor for students whose last names begin with M through R

Office Phone: 316-350-2147 & email: kwiechman@usd266.com

Anne Debes, School Counselor for students whose last names begin with S through Z Office Phone: 316-350-2114 & email: adebes@usd266.com

Diane Close, College & Career Advocate for all students

Office Phone: 316-350-2281 & email: dclose@usd266.com

Kami Smith, Counseling Secretary

Office Phone: 316-350-2122 & email: krsmith@usd266.com

MHS Counseling Facebook Page

Follow us on our Facebook page, MHS Counseling Center, for all the latest updates from the MHS Counseling department.

April and May can be busy, stressful times for students, parents, and staff members as we prepare for the end of the school year. Seniors get some special attention as we double-check transcripts, plan graduation, and prepare for the transition to post-secondary life. Staying on track with grades and attendance can be challenging once spring weather hints at summer, so extra vigilance can pay off in dividends as all students work toward individual goals. Your Counseling Department is here to help!

Important Dates

• March 31st - Registration opens, Summer Driver Education at 8 AM

• April 4th - Registration closes, Summer Driver Education

• April 11th - FINAL day to turn in pictures for the Senior Slideshow

• April 16th - Summer Driver Education meeting @ MSHS, 6 PM

• April 21st - No School; PD Day

• May 7th - Senior Academic Awards @ MHS Commons, 6:30 PM

• May 13th - Last day of classes for seniors

• May 14th - Senior parade, breakfast, graduation practice

• May 14th - Class of 2025 Graduation @ Hartman Arena, 6:30 PM

• May 22nd - Last day of school, half-day

Senior Slideshow Pictures

Senior parents/guardians are invited to submit pictures of Class of 2025 seniors for the senior slideshow that is shown before the commencement ceremony and during the senior breakfast in May. For each senior, one baby/toddler picture and one current picture may be emailed to mhsseniorpics@usd266.com. JPEG format is preferred. Please submit photos by April 11th.

AP Testing Dates at Maize High School in the MHS Lecture Hall
AP Biology: Monday, May 5th at 8 AM
AP Chemistry: Tuesday, May 6th at 8 AM
AP Government: Tuesday, May 6th at 12 Noon
AP English Literature: Wednesday, May 7th at 8 AM
AP Statistics: Thursday, May 8th at 8 AM
AP US History: Friday, May 9th at 8 AM
AP Calculus A/B: Monday, May 12th at 8 AM
AP Physics 2: Tuesday, May 13th at 12 Noon
AP Language Test (Standard): Wednesday, May 14th at 8 AM
AP Physics 1: Friday, May 16th at 8 AM
AP Language Test (Late): Thursday, May 22nd at 8 AM

Summer Driver Education
Maize USD 266 will once again offer summer driver education. Any student who turns 14 on or before Monday, May 16, 2025 will be eligible to enroll in summer driver education.

Students will have 31 days (April 16 through May 11) to complete the coursework online through Google Classroom. Students failing to complete the online portion by May 11 will be dropped from the class and forfeit the enrollment fee. Students will also complete four one-hour driving sessions.

Summer driver education enrollment will be offered on a first come, first served basis with enrollment limited to the first 150 students to register. Enrollment registration will open at 8 a.m. on Monday, March 31, 2025 using this Google Form and will close on Friday, April 4, 2025 or when enrollment capacity has been reached. Please enroll early, as the class will fill up fast.

The first 150 students to register will receive a Google invite to attend the mandatory enrollment meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2025 in the Maize South High School auditorium. The cost of summer driver education is $250, with payment due in full on the date of the meeting. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunches may apply for reduced fees during the enrollment process.

Students and parents with questions are encouraged to contact Brent Pfeifer at bpfeifer@usd266.com or John Anderson at janderson@usd266.com. Here is a link to the informational PDF document.

Important Class of 2025 Senior Information

Class of 2025 seniors and parents, please check your email in April and May to see detailed information regarding senior events including the May 14, 2025 Senior Traditions (parade, senior breakfast, graduation practice) and Commencement Ceremony. Detailed information will also be posted to the MHS Counseling department Facebook page and to the senior College and Career/MHS Counseling Office Google Classroom page.

NCAA Eligibility for Student Athletes

Many student athletes wish to compete at the highest levels in college sports; however, NCAA Division I and Division II sports have high standards of academic achievement that require special attention to class selection and GPA throughout a student’s high school career. Please click on these NCAA Division I and Division II Fact Sheets for a quick overview of current standards, and contact your school counselor early on with questions regarding potential eligibility.

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College & Career Center

We have started the last nine weeks of the 2024-2025 school year! What does that mean for you?

1. It is time to assess the success of this school year. How did you do? Can you do more, or should you scale back? Will you become more involved in clubs and organizations next year? Don’t forget about building your resume. This will pay off when you begin applying for scholarships in your senior year.

2. It is also time to think about how you will spend your summer. Will you take a summer class, find a job to develop new skills, look for volunteer opportunities, or look for some type of internship?

3. Summer is a great time to begin looking at colleges. It is never too early! You often need to plan ahead when you are visiting colleges. Call the Admissions office and set up a tour.

4. For this year's juniors, the college application process opens up on July 1st. Will it be a goal of yours to complete college application(s) before you get busy with your senior year?

5. There are still opportunities to attend Junior and Senior Days at many local colleges. If you need assistance, please stop by and see your College and Career Advocate. We are happy to help!

Visits scheduled through the College and Career Center:

• April 10th- Registered sophomores, juniors, and seniors will visit Pittsburg State University.

• April 16th - Senior Job Fair from 9:00 a.m. - noon for seniors interested in entering the workforce full-time after graduation, as well as those who would like to work full time while they attend college. Students are asked to bring a resume with them to the career fair. Our business partners attending the Career Fair currently have full-time employment opportunities available for you upon graduation. The College & Career Center is a great place to create or finalize your resume's details.

• April 23rd - sophomores, juniors, and seniors will visit Buter Community College. Registration will be emailed out soon.

Please join us Saturday, April 5th from 11:00pm to 2:00am at Maize High School for After Prom! All Juniors, Seniors, and their dates are invited! Our planning team is hard at work collecting donations and prizes and we need your help!

Cash or gift card donations: cash donations will be used for activities, prizes, food, beverages, decorations, and supplies. Gift cards will be used as raffle prizes at the event. Checks can be made payable to Maize After Prom or you can Venmo directly to Maize After Prom (@maizeafterprom).

Merchandise donations: we can use anything that would make a great prize. Do you own a business or work for one that might be willing to help? Dorm supplies, sporting goods, electronics, event tickets, t-shirts, and school supplies all make great prizes!

Please consider volunteering at After Prom. Click on the link to sign up!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A5AA2FA0F5C70-55392841-after#/

All checks, gift cards, and merchandise donations can be dropped off at MHS in the office.

Thank you for your support!

Immunizations letters will be going out April 2025

Check your emails and mailboxes. All immunizations must be up to date by October 1, 2025.

Nurse’s Office closed the last day of school!

If you need immunization records for any reason please contact us before the last day of school.

Seniors will receive a copy of their immunizations in their high school diploma at graduation. They will need to provide a copy of their immunization record if they attend college or a trade school. Always make a copy of your immunization record to turn in and keep the original. You never know when your young adult will need it!

Maize Illness policy from the Student Handbook: 15.1 Illness

Students who are ill should never be sent to school. Students who come to the nurse and have a temperature at or above 100 degrees will be sent home. Students must be fever free for 24 hours without the help of fever reducing medications before returning to school. The school health rooms are set up to give first aid to the sick and injured, do screenings, and administer medications and care to students with chronic health issues. Ill students need to be picked up quickly to prevent the spread of disease to others. The school attempts to provide a safe and accident- free environment. For further policy information please visit the Maize District website.

• If you are unsure, always call the school nurse before sending an ill student to school at (316) 350-2123 or (316) 350-2137.

Important Resources for Parents and Teens

Suicide Crisis Lifeline – call or text 988

Poison Control – 1-800-222-1222

Songs for Charlie – (english)thenewdrugtalk.org (spanish)lanuevadrugtalk.org– expert advise, free

tools and education to help families stay connected and stay safe.

United Way of the Plains – 211 Information and Referral service for community resources.

Over the Counter Medications Policy 2024-2025 School Year-

No more carrying over the counter medications! All medication must be brought to

the school nurses office. The parent may log in to their Skyward Account, go to Online

Forms, then click on Over the Counter Medication Consent Forms. Click on what over

the counter medications you would like the school nurse to give.

If you would like your student to take something other than what the school nurse

has for over the counter medications, sign and return the medication form and bring the medication

into the school nurse. Please click the link below.

Prescription Medications - Will your child be taking prescription meds at MHS? You will need to print the medication form, have the prescribing doctor fill it out and return it to MHS Nurse with the prescription. Parents or an adult must bring the prescription medications to school in their prescribed bottle. Please click the link below for the the medication form.

Inhalers, EpiPens, Diabetic Medications, Seizure Meds – All need a signed medication form. Parents can print the medication form and have their doctor's send the health plans to the school nurse. Print the medication form and have their doctor send the health plan to the school nurse. Again, the link to the medication form is below.

Students Going Home - Have your teen check out through the school nurse if they are going home sick or have injured themselves during the school day. We are here to help them get home safely.

School Nurse Office Hours: 7:20am to 2:55pm Monday through Friday. Phone 316-350-2123.

Be safe and take care!

You are no doubt a parent or caregiver who deeply cares about the wellbeing of a teenager. As an adult who cares, there are many ways you can help improve the mental health of the teens in your life.

Zero Reasons Why is a teen led organization seeking to break the stigma of mental health. The teens involved in the campaign believe one of the biggest barriers to their mental health is when parents or caregivers don’t recognize mental health as a real or valid health concern. Having an honest, empathetic conversation about mental health with their parents can be challenging, let alone accessing additional support like therapy when needed. For information on the Zero Reasons Why campaign and for support in having conversations related to mental health with your teen please visit #zeroreasonswhy.org

Do you know the mental health supports available at Maize High School? Did you know there is a mental health intervention team member in each school grades 5-12? For more information on the MHIT program please email your behavioral health liaison Ashleigh Hughbanks at ahughbanks@usd266.com

We are the Mental Health Intervention team here at Maize High School. We are able to provide students additional mental and emotional support during the school day. For more information or to get connected to mental health services and supports please reach out to Ashleigh Hughbanks. To get connected to drug and alcohol support please reach out to Jennifer Mackey.

Did you know that if you text 741741 when you are feeling depressed or suicidal, a crisis worker will text you back immediately and continue to text with you? Many people don’t like talking on the phone and would be more comfortable texting. It's a FREE service to ANYONE - teens, adults, etc. - who lives in the U.S. It's run by The Crisis Text Line.

You. Matter. #youmattertome

Maslow's closet is currently taking donations. Maslow's closet provides, food, clothing, hygiene products, and cleaning supplies to families in the Maize area. This assistance is available to any student in any Maize school.

• . Our most up-to-date event schedule is available at bit.ly/MHSschedules. You can also follow us on social media. On Facebook, search for Maize Eagle Athletics and Activities. On X, you can find us at MaizeEagleAD and on Instagram at MaizeEagle_AD

• DATE CHANGE: Spring sports photos are scheduled for April 9. If you'd like to order photos, you can do so by clicking on this link.

• If you are going to an event, you can purchase tickets in advance by going to our GoFan page at bit.ly/MHSEaglestix

• Athletic and activities director Dan Loving puts out a weekly newsletter. If you would like to receive it in your inbox, you can sign up here.

A huge congratulations to all of our students and coaches who participated in Winter sports. You all did amazing and we are so proud of you! Maize High School Winter sports include:

Bowling

Boys Basketball

Boys Swimming/Diving

Girls Basketball

Boys Wrestling

Girls Wrestling

We would like to wish the best of luck to our Maize High School athletes and coaches who participate in Spring sports. Maize High School Spring Sports Include:

Girls Swimming/Diving

Baseball

Boys Tennis

Boys Golf

Girls Soccer

Softball

Track and Field

Congratulations to the powerlifting squads. The boys finished as the Class 6A runner-up. The girls finished fourth.

Individual results:
Taylor Dill - 114 weight class, 3rd place in deadlift, 3rd place overall.

Olivia Pruitt - 123 weight class, 2nd place in Squats.

Lila Collins - 165 weight class, 1st place in bench press, 1st place in squats, 1st place in deadlift, 1st place overall (state champion).

Lauryn Molina - 165 weight class, 3rd place in bench press, 2nd place in squats, 3rd place in deadlift, 2nd place overall.

Michael Carneggio - 123 lb weight class, 1st first place in bench press, first place in squat, 3rd place in deadlift, 3rd place overall.

Tyler Ross - 148 weight class, 3rd place bench press.

Alexander Shirley - 165 weight class, 1st place squats.

Teigan Deitchler - 165 weight class, 2nd place squats, 3rd Place deadlift, 1st place overall (state champion).

Jacob Corbin - 172 weight class, 1st place bench press, 1st place squats, 1st place deadlift, 1st place overall (state champion).

Kevin Watkins - 198 weight class, 3rd place bench press, 3rd place squats, 3rd place overall.

Noah Ewy - 220 weight class, 3rd place bench press, 1st place squats, 1st place deadlift, 1st place overall (state champion).

Blake Chambers - 220 weight class, 2nd place squats.

Jordan Andrews - 220 weight class, 3rd place squats.

Joel Housemen - 242 weight class, 1st place squats, 1st place deadlift, 1st place overall (state champion).

Dimitri Washington - PWR weight class, 1st place squats.

Nolan Hadley - PWR weight class, 3rd place overall.

Ever dreamt of riding to the top of the Swiss Alps? Seeing the curving streets of Monaco? Learning to dance Flamenco in Spain? Come join the World Languages department in the summer of 2026 for our 11 day trip to Switzerland, Italy, France and Spain. Students and families are welcome! For more information contact Mrs. De La Torre (adelatorre@usd266.com), Ms. Prendes (aprendes@usd266.com), Mr. Mercado (vmercado@usd266.com) or Mrs. Moon (amoon@usd266.com) for more info!

2025 SUMMER DRIVER EDUCATION

USD 266 Maize Schools will once again offer summer driver education. Any student who

turns 14 on or before Monday, May 16, 2025 will be eligible to enroll in summer driver

education.

Students will have 25 days (April 16th - May 11th) to complete the coursework online

through Google Classroom. Students failing to complete the online portion by May 11th

will be dropped from the class and forfeit the entire enrollment fee. Students will also

complete four, one hour driving sessions (schedule to be determined after class begins).

The student’s assigned instructor will be in contact about available driving days and

times. We prefer that students get an instructional permit at the DMV in advance of the

class and spend as much time as possible driving in safe locations with their parents.

Practicing with parents before class starts is a plus considering that driver education is

only four hours of driving. Students with 5+ hours of driving time are much more

successful in passing the driving portion of the class, than those with only 1-2 hours of

practice.

Enrollment will be offered on a first come, first serve basis with enrollment limited to the

first 150 students to register. Enrollment registration will open at 8:00 AM on Monday,

March 31, 2025 and will close on Friday, April 4, 2025 or when enrollment capacity has

been reached. Please enroll early as the class will fill up fast. To register go to

https://forms.gle/ZpF9gZPF3X91FgXw5

(form not accessible until April 1st at 8 AM).

Mandatory Enrollment Meeting

The first 150 students to register will receive a Google invite to attend the mandatory

enrollment meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Maize South High

School Auditorium. A parent or guardian and the student MUST commit to attending this

meeting. Failure to attend the meeting will result in the student being dropped from the

class.

At the meeting, we will discuss the driving schedule, the Kansas Driver's Handbook Test,

online class expectations, answer questions regarding the online enrollment form,

collect the $250 enrollment fee, administer eye tests (please bring corrective eyewear if

needed), and have you sign the enrollment forms. Students will need to bring any type

of license or permit they might already have to the meeting.

The cost of summer driver education is $250 with payment due in full on the date of the

meeting. Students who qualify for free or reduced lunches may apply for a reduced fee

of $100 during the enrollment process. No registrations or late payments will be

accepted after the mandatory enrollment meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Kansas Driver Handbook Test

Students who don’t have a valid instruction permit or who have an instruction permit

that will expire prior to the end of the summer drivers education will be required to take

the Kansas Driver Handbook Test - Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM. This test will

be administered in person AFTER THE PARENT ENROLLMENT MEETING in the commons

of Maize South High School. Students who are required to take the test must pass the

Kansas Handbook Test at a minimum Mastery Level of 80% in order to complete the

course. The student will be given three opportunities to successfully complete this test.

For a digital copy of the Kansas Driver Handbook, please click the link below. Print copies

of the handbook may be purchased at any local Drivers License Exam Station.

https://www.ksrevenue.gov/pdf/dlhb.pdf

Students and parents with questions are encouraged to contact Brent Pfeifer at

bpfeifer@usd266.com or John Anderson at janderson@usd266.com

Brent Pfeifer (MSHS) and John Anderson (MHS)

USD 266 Driving Instructors

The art department is hosting the senior art show at Heartland Credit Union on April 10th from 6-7:30pm. The Joe Pfannenstiel Memorial Scholarship will be awarded at 7pm.

Violinists

Lyla Lansdown

Lindsey Tate

Jordan Vogt

Violists

Mack Carlo

Katelyn Wheeler

Jennifer Speer

Johanna Speer

Cellists

Logan Tener

Jaeson Chan

Bassists

Logan Tener

Kathryn Dayley

Top 1 Rating:

Small Ensemble category

Maize Bass Trio - Kathryn Dayley, Logan Tener, Nicole Aubuchon

Maize Sophomore Trio- Lyla Lansdown, Shannon Sebastian, Jaeson Chan

Maize Senior Viola Duet- Mack Carlo and Johanna Speer

Maize Violin & Viola Quartet- Jordan Vogt, Nola Olien, Johanna Speer, Jenni Speer

Also to be congratulated were the following students who earned a "II" rating:

Soloists:

Violinists

Sophie Debes

Claire Hammon

Cellists

Hannah Penafiel

Addison Wadsworth

Small Ensembles

Maize Sophomore Viola Duet - Autumn Clark & Katelyn Wheeler

Maize Fellers' Duet - Anna & Jasey Fellers

Maize Freshmen Hill/Hammon Duet - Kaitlyn Hill and Claire Hammon

Maize Freshmen Violin Duet - Kandria Belloso & Katelyn De La Torre

Maize Cello Quartet- Jaeson Chan, Logan Tener, Jordan Iacuzzi, and Isaac Gallegos

Maize Viola/Cello Duet- Niki and Hannah Penafiel

Maize Winter Willow Quartet- Sophie Debes, Anna Fellers, Jasey Fellers, and Jenni Speer

Our Select Women’s and Madrigal groups both achieved a One Rating, which is a testament to their hard work and dedication. This achievement is truly commendable, and we are all proud of their outstanding performances.

Additionally, our soloists who performed on Saturday also had a remarkable day. Several students received an Outstanding Rating, which is the highest honor, equivalent to a One Rating. Their talent and perseverance have paid off, and we extend our warmest congratulations to them.

Ally Barber

Rachel Skiles

Madi Heath

Alissa Ragland

Ella Morgan

Luke Ethridge

Sam Berry

Addi Gimple

Shannon Sebastian

Karli May

We also want to give a special shout-out to the soloists who received an Excellent Rating. Their performances were truly impressive, and we are grateful for their contributions to our school’s musical excellence.

Julie Bertha

Krysten LaPish

Lucas Gordon

CJ Gorman

During Spring Break, Two Maize High teachers, Alejandra Prendes and Ashley De La Torre attended the Global Goals Global Languages conference in Kansas City. While there, Alejandra Prendes won a scholarship to attend the University of Santiago de Compostela in Spain for a 3 week program this summer! While in Spain, she will be researching and implementing effective strategies for Spanish Language Instruction and Acquisition.

Check out the Spirit Central website for all your Maize Eagle spirit gear! You can purchase online and then choose to pick-up at the school or have the merchandise shipped to you! All proceeds support the Maize High Business Professionals of America club.

Please be mindful and YIELD the right of way to the buses when they arrive in the morning. Please DO NOT try to dart in between the buses. Allowing the buses to pull into the parking lot and proceed to the south entry doors is priority. Thank you - Crossing Guard Staff

MHS can not accept food, flower, or gift deliveries.

The second chance breakfast is a great opportunity for our students that arrive late. The kitchen will be open 9am to 9:20am,we ask that students only come down during their block 2 passing period (if they missed early morning breakfast which is 7:10am to 7:30) and not their bathroom breaks.