Thursday, March 5th - New Healthier Lunch option
BBQ Beef on a Bun
BBQ Beef on a Bun
Celebrating Holton Student Artists!
We’re proud to share that several Holton students have been selected to represent their schools in the Kansas Youth Art Month Exhibition this year.
Holton Elementary School
• Murphy Shupe, 4th Grade – Día de los Muertos Collage
Student of Addeea Luttrell
Holton Middle School
• Elsie Harris, 8th Grade – Mixed Media
Student of Nate Cunningham
Holton High School
• Chloe Schuster, 12th Grade – Mixed Media
Student of Katie Morris
The Kansas Youth Art Month Exhibition will be on display at the Topeka Shawnee County Public Library through March 28.
A Youth Art Month reception and celebration hosted by the Kansas Art Education Association will take place at the library on Saturday, March 28, from 11:00 AM–2:30 PM, with awards beginning at 1:00 PM.
Youth Art Month is celebrated each March to highlight the importance of art education and to recognize the creativity and talent of students across the country. Art programs help students develop creativity, critical thinking, and new ways of expressing their ideas and perspectives.
Congratulations to these talented students and thank you to the teachers who help nurture creativity in our schools!
Holton High School Band Funderaiser
Wednesday, March 4th - New Healthier Lunch Option
Honey Garlic Chicken
Honey Garlic Chicken
🏈 Exciting News! 🏈
Congratulations to Cael Frazier on being selected for the 53rd Kansas Shrine Bowl!
We’re so proud of Cael and his hard work to receive this great honor.
Mark your calendars so he has a huge cheering section from Holton!!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
📍 Location: Welch Stadium, Emporia, Kansas
⏰ Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Congratulations to Cael Frazier on being selected for the 53rd Kansas Shrine Bowl!
We’re so proud of Cael and his hard work to receive this great honor.
Mark your calendars so he has a huge cheering section from Holton!!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
📍 Location: Welch Stadium, Emporia, Kansas
⏰ Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Tuesday, March 3rd - New Healthier Lunch Option
Pig in a Blanket
Pig in a Blanket
Holton High School Stuco members Stormi Goudi, Hunter Segenhagen, Dalton Peters, and Alec Frazier competed in the 2026 Washburn Leadership Challenge Event™ (WLCE™) Challenge Event on February 26 & 27.
The WLCE is an annual event hosted by the Washburn University Aleshire Center for Leadership and Community Engagement. It is a unique inter-scholastic leadership competition which provides high school students an opportunity to participate in an organized competition that simulates real-life experiences. The WLCE™ challenges students to address a variety of problems and situations where the outcome of the simulation is dependent on the leadership decisions made throughout the course of the competition. Student teams compete to fulfill the challenges and overcome the obstacles placed before them in a manner that demonstrates exemplary leadership knowledge and execution. For this challenge, students took on leadership roles for a high school in the city of “Metropolis” to explore teen mental health issues and resources while competing against 28 other high school teams.
The WLCE is an annual event hosted by the Washburn University Aleshire Center for Leadership and Community Engagement. It is a unique inter-scholastic leadership competition which provides high school students an opportunity to participate in an organized competition that simulates real-life experiences. The WLCE™ challenges students to address a variety of problems and situations where the outcome of the simulation is dependent on the leadership decisions made throughout the course of the competition. Student teams compete to fulfill the challenges and overcome the obstacles placed before them in a manner that demonstrates exemplary leadership knowledge and execution. For this challenge, students took on leadership roles for a high school in the city of “Metropolis” to explore teen mental health issues and resources while competing against 28 other high school teams.
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, Holton Middle School & High School will host Think Before You Post – The Power of Social Media, presented by Chet Kuplen, CEO and Founder of Sports in Kansas.
Kuplen has presented this program at 800+ schools and events since 2019, making Think Before You Post the most booked school assembly in the state of Kansas.
The day will include a MS/HS combined assembly from 10:45 am to 11:45 am.
Students will learn about digital citizenship, online reputation, cyberbullying, social media etiquette, viral posting, AI, online criminal activity, texting and driving, mental health, networking, and responsible decision-making online.
Kuplen has presented this program at 800+ schools and events since 2019, making Think Before You Post the most booked school assembly in the state of Kansas.
The day will include a MS/HS combined assembly from 10:45 am to 11:45 am.
Students will learn about digital citizenship, online reputation, cyberbullying, social media etiquette, viral posting, AI, online criminal activity, texting and driving, mental health, networking, and responsible decision-making online.
Monday, March 2nd - New Healthier Lunch Option
Chicken Slider
Chicken Slider
Holton High School State Assessment dates
CTE Pathway Spotlight: Teaching & Training Pathway
Students in the Teaching & Training Pathway are preparing for careers in education, instructional support, and training professions. This pathway provides courses designed to develop foundational knowledge of educational theory, child and adolescent development, instructional strategies, classroom management, and professional ethics. Coursework includes lesson planning, presentation skills, and the use of instructional technology. Through job shadowing and classroom observations, students gain practical insight into the responsibilities of educators. Students are prepared to pursue postsecondary education, paraprofessional roles, or careers in training and development.
Mrs. Amy Oldehoeft teaches classes in this pathway.
Courses include:
Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences
Teaching as a Career
Family Studies
Human Growth & Development
Teaching Internship
Students in the Teaching & Training Pathway are preparing for careers in education, instructional support, and training professions. This pathway provides courses designed to develop foundational knowledge of educational theory, child and adolescent development, instructional strategies, classroom management, and professional ethics. Coursework includes lesson planning, presentation skills, and the use of instructional technology. Through job shadowing and classroom observations, students gain practical insight into the responsibilities of educators. Students are prepared to pursue postsecondary education, paraprofessional roles, or careers in training and development.
Mrs. Amy Oldehoeft teaches classes in this pathway.
Courses include:
Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences
Teaching as a Career
Family Studies
Human Growth & Development
Teaching Internship
CTE Pathway Spotlight: Media Design and Communications Pathway
Students in the Media Design and Communications Pathway are preparing for careers in digital media, graphic design, broadcasting, journalism, marketing communications, and multimedia production. Students gain hands-on experience creating print, digital, audio, and video content. Coursework emphasizes design principles, storytelling, branding, photography, video production, editing, and content development. Students develop teamwork, time management, communication, and adaptability skills in fast-paced environments to prepare for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mrs. Melody Davies, Mrs. Katie Morris, and Mrs. Shannacy Schimmel teach classes in this pathway.
Courses include:
Principles of Illustration
Graphic Design I & II
Applied Graphic Design
Journalism & Media Communications
Photo Imaging
Audio/Video Production I & II
Digital Media Technology (AV or Publications)
Media Design & Production (AV or Publications)
Advanced Media Design & Production (Publications)
Computer Programming
Animation
Applied Game Design
Students in the Media Design and Communications Pathway are preparing for careers in digital media, graphic design, broadcasting, journalism, marketing communications, and multimedia production. Students gain hands-on experience creating print, digital, audio, and video content. Coursework emphasizes design principles, storytelling, branding, photography, video production, editing, and content development. Students develop teamwork, time management, communication, and adaptability skills in fast-paced environments to prepare for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mrs. Melody Davies, Mrs. Katie Morris, and Mrs. Shannacy Schimmel teach classes in this pathway.
Courses include:
Principles of Illustration
Graphic Design I & II
Applied Graphic Design
Journalism & Media Communications
Photo Imaging
Audio/Video Production I & II
Digital Media Technology (AV or Publications)
Media Design & Production (AV or Publications)
Advanced Media Design & Production (Publications)
Computer Programming
Animation
Applied Game Design
CTE Pathway Spotlight: Family, Community and Consumer Services Pathway
Students in the Family, Community and Consumer Services Pathway are preparing for careers that support individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. This pathway provides courses focused on human development, interpersonal relationships, consumer decision-making, nutrition and wellness, meal preparation, community services, and leadership.
Coursework integrates hands-on, project-based learning experiences that strengthen communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills to prepare students for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce in careers dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities.
Mrs. Amy Oldehoeft teaches HHS FCS classes and is the FCCLA sponsor.
Courses include:
Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences
Nutrition & Dietetics
Culinary Essentials
Family Studies
Human Growth & Development
Leadership Service in Action
Workplace Experience in Human Services
Students in the Family, Community and Consumer Services Pathway are preparing for careers that support individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan. This pathway provides courses focused on human development, interpersonal relationships, consumer decision-making, nutrition and wellness, meal preparation, community services, and leadership.
Coursework integrates hands-on, project-based learning experiences that strengthen communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills to prepare students for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce in careers dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities.
Mrs. Amy Oldehoeft teaches HHS FCS classes and is the FCCLA sponsor.
Courses include:
Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences
Nutrition & Dietetics
Culinary Essentials
Family Studies
Human Growth & Development
Leadership Service in Action
Workplace Experience in Human Services
CTE Pathway Spotlight: Business Finance
Students in the Business Finance Pathway are preparing for careers in management, accounting, banking, financial services, entrepreneurship, and related fields. This pathway develops the understanding of financial principles, economic systems, business operations, and ethical decision-making. Students engage in real-world learning experiences that build technical and employability skills such as budgeting, financial analysis, record keeping, investment fundamentals, and risk management. Coursework integrates hands-on projects and case studies to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare students for postsecondary education, technical training, industry-recognized certifications, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mrs. Brylee Smith teaches HHS Business classes.
Courses include:
Business Essentials
Computerized Accounting
Entrepreneurship
Banking & Finance
Investing
Workplace Experience in Finance
Students in the Business Finance Pathway are preparing for careers in management, accounting, banking, financial services, entrepreneurship, and related fields. This pathway develops the understanding of financial principles, economic systems, business operations, and ethical decision-making. Students engage in real-world learning experiences that build technical and employability skills such as budgeting, financial analysis, record keeping, investment fundamentals, and risk management. Coursework integrates hands-on projects and case studies to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare students for postsecondary education, technical training, industry-recognized certifications, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mrs. Brylee Smith teaches HHS Business classes.
Courses include:
Business Essentials
Computerized Accounting
Entrepreneurship
Banking & Finance
Investing
Workplace Experience in Finance
Our HHS Wrestling teams are STATE BOUND! 🤼♂️🔥
Join us Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in the Commons as we give our Wildcats the send-off they deserve before they head to Salina!
State Wrestling takes place Friday and Saturday at Tony’s Pizza Events Center in Salina with matches beginning at 9:00 a.m. each day.
We are proud of the hard work these athletes have put in all season, now it’s time to compete on the biggest stage. Good luck, Wildcats! 💪🏆
Join us Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in the Commons as we give our Wildcats the send-off they deserve before they head to Salina!
State Wrestling takes place Friday and Saturday at Tony’s Pizza Events Center in Salina with matches beginning at 9:00 a.m. each day.
We are proud of the hard work these athletes have put in all season, now it’s time to compete on the biggest stage. Good luck, Wildcats! 💪🏆
The Holton Jazz Cats had the honor of performing for the Charter meeting for the newly formed Jackson County Lions Club. Several of these band members have attended the Lions Band Camp over the summer and I hope that we will have several of them attend the camp at Hutchinson Community College at the end of May.
CTE Pathway Spotlight: Diversified Agricultural Science
Students in the Diversified Agricultural Science Pathway are preparing for careers in agriculture by gaining an understanding of mechanical, plant, animal, and environmental systems. Students participate in hands-on learning experiences that develop technical skills while emphasizing real-world applications. Involvement in FFA provides students with supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) and leadership development through speaking and judging contests. Students build problem-solving abilities, workplace readiness skills, and industry knowledge that prepare them for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mr. Jason Larison teaches HHS Ag classes and is the Holton FFA Chapter sponsor.
Courses include:
Exploratory Agriculture (8th Grade)
AFNR
Ag Mechanics
Ag Welding
Ag Structures
Ag Fabrication
Agribusiness Management
Ag Leadership & Communications
Plant & Animal Science
Horticulture
Environmental Science
Research in Ag
Ag Internship
Students in the Diversified Agricultural Science Pathway are preparing for careers in agriculture by gaining an understanding of mechanical, plant, animal, and environmental systems. Students participate in hands-on learning experiences that develop technical skills while emphasizing real-world applications. Involvement in FFA provides students with supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) and leadership development through speaking and judging contests. Students build problem-solving abilities, workplace readiness skills, and industry knowledge that prepare them for postsecondary education, technical training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Mr. Jason Larison teaches HHS Ag classes and is the Holton FFA Chapter sponsor.
Courses include:
Exploratory Agriculture (8th Grade)
AFNR
Ag Mechanics
Ag Welding
Ag Structures
Ag Fabrication
Agribusiness Management
Ag Leadership & Communications
Plant & Animal Science
Horticulture
Environmental Science
Research in Ag
Ag Internship
🎉 Senior Night Celebration!
Join us as we honor our Senior athletes and performers tonight!
It’s Senior Night for Girls & Boys Basketball, Band, and Lady Paws — come cheer our Wildcats on during their final home games of the season!
📍 Tonight’s Schedule:
🏀 4:30 PM – Both JV games
🏀 6:00 PM – Varsity Girls
🏀 7:30 PM – Varsity Boys
Bring your Wildcat pride and support our seniors! 💙
Join us as we honor our Senior athletes and performers tonight!
It’s Senior Night for Girls & Boys Basketball, Band, and Lady Paws — come cheer our Wildcats on during their final home games of the season!
📍 Tonight’s Schedule:
🏀 4:30 PM – Both JV games
🏀 6:00 PM – Varsity Girls
🏀 7:30 PM – Varsity Boys
Bring your Wildcat pride and support our seniors! 💙
Parents of Juniors,
Next Tuesday, February 24th, is the State-wide, free ACT test for all Juniors. They will take the test in the morning. Make sure to check in with your Junior to see if they've signed up! There's still time to sign up if they haven't - all they need to do is touch base with Mrs. Frazier as soon as possible and she can get them on the list.
Let us know if you have any questions,
Jeremy Truelove, HHS Principal
Next Tuesday, February 24th, is the State-wide, free ACT test for all Juniors. They will take the test in the morning. Make sure to check in with your Junior to see if they've signed up! There's still time to sign up if they haven't - all they need to do is touch base with Mrs. Frazier as soon as possible and she can get them on the list.
Let us know if you have any questions,
Jeremy Truelove, HHS Principal
Senior Signing Day - Feb 6th
Friday we celebrated 10 seniors. Tenth Senior is Bailey Kathrens. Bailey plans to attend Kansas State University to major in Animal Science and Industry. Congratulations Bailey!
Friday we celebrated 10 seniors. Tenth Senior is Bailey Kathrens. Bailey plans to attend Kansas State University to major in Animal Science and Industry. Congratulations Bailey!
