BLUE JAYS ARE 3-2-1A STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONS, AGAIN!
Mon, Feb 24 2014 11:58
NCHS again brought home the team championship of the 3-2-1A State Wrestling Tournament. The Blue Jays dominated the field with a 46 point victory over runner-up Rossville. This is the Blue Jays' seventh wrestling state championship since 2004.
In a true team effort, each of the ten Blue Jays who wrestled in the state tournament won at least one match to contribute to the team's 127 points; and, SEVEN of the ten Blue Jays earned medals. Medalists were led by the championship performance of senior Branson Addington at 113 pounds. In his championship match Branson's opponent was undefeated and the #1 ranked wrestler in the state. Branson wrestled an almost perfect match and avenged an earlier season loss, 2-1. Senior Alec Hager at 138 lbs. also wrestled for a championship but finished second. Alec was defeated by an outstanding wrestler whose victory over Alec earned him his fourth state championship. Third place medals were earned by sophomore Skyler Johnson at 106 lbs., junior Jarred Tallent at 145 lbs. and freshman Jacob Green at 220 lbs.
It is interesting to note, that each Blue Jay who finished third was defeated in the semi-finals by the wrestler who eventually won the State Championship in their respective weight class.
It is interesting to note, that each Blue Jay who finished third was defeated in the semi-finals by the wrestler who eventually won the State Championship in their respective weight class.
Seniors Toby Nickel and Kolton Harting both earned 6th place medals at 132 lbs. and 195 lbs., respectively. Competing but not medaling were sophomore Mike Kasson (1-2) at 152 lbs., junior Kendall Miller at 160 lbs. (2-2), and senior Cole Renner at 170 lbs. (2-2).
For head coach Bill Johnson, this was the SEVENTH team championship he has presided over in Norton. The Blue Jays assistant coaches are Tony Fiscus, Shane Miller and Doug Ray.
Prior to the finals Coach Johnson was formally recognized as the NATIONAL High School Wrestling Coach OF THE YEAR.
Norton native Darren McMullen, a current resident and former Blue Jay wrestler was honored for his years of service as a KSHSAA registered wrestling official.
Also honored for his years of service as a wrestling official was former Norton resident and NCHS assistant wrestling coach, Josh Biera.
2014-15 Academic Calendar
Tue, Feb 11 2014 09:55
The 2014-15 academic calendar approved by the Board of Education is available by clicking here.
Beginning with the 2014-15 School Year the USD 211 SCHOOL DAY WILL BEGIN AT 8:15 A.M.
The school day will continue to end at 3:30 p.m.
Beginning with the 2014-15 School Year the USD 211 SCHOOL DAY WILL BEGIN AT 8:15 A.M.
The school day will continue to end at 3:30 p.m.
BOND ELECTION TO BE HELD
Tue, Jan 21 2014 09:22
There will be a bond election in Norton USD 211 on April 1. The election is to determine whether or not to finance improvements to the Norton Schools. There has not been a bond election in USD 211 since the early 1970’s; literally, this happens once in a lifetime in Norton.
The Board of Education has not entered into this project lightly; it has come to this point as the result of considerable study and consideration over the past five years. It is our desire that this process and proposal be as transparent as possible.
Presenters are available to speak to civic groups and community organizations about the bond issue. Contact Greg Mann at 877-3386 or at supt@usd211.org to schedule a presentation.
Also, ALL of the bond issue information is available at this website. On the right hand side, at the top, select Building Project.
SCHOOL CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wed, Nov 7 2012 07:41
The primary and official media for ALL school announcements
is KQNK radio, Norton at 106.7 FM and 1530 AM.
is KQNK radio, Norton at 106.7 FM and 1530 AM.
Additionally, school closings are announced on radio stations KQMA and KKAN in Phillipsburg, and KRVN in Lexington, NE. and on TV channels 7, 8, 11 and 13.
USD 211 also uses a spam free text caster service made possible through the generosity of the First Security Bank and Trust of Norton. This service makes it possible to receive school closing and alert information as text messages on your cell phone and as emails on your PC. In order to receive these messages it is necessary that you sign up. To sign up for this service is fast and easy but does require the use of a computer with internet access. Select BLUEJAY ALERTS TEXTCASTER on the right side of this page and then follow the onscreen instructions. There is NO CHARGE for signing up for this service but you should check your cell phone plan as your service provider may charge for receiving a text message.
If weather forces early school closures after school is already in session this will be also be announced on the radio and tv stations above. If at all possible please tune in to one of the stations if weather looks threatening. If school is dismissed early students will be allowed to use the phone to get instructions from their parents and guardians. The text caster will also be used to alert of possible early closures and the time of closure if it is decided to dismiss school early.
Bullying Hotline Available
Thu, Aug 23 2012 09:13
USD 211 in partnership with the Kansas State Department of Education, and the Kansas Children’s Service League, announces the availability of the Bullying Prevention Hotline. This free, anonymous service is available to provide counsel and resources to those who have questions or concerns about bullying situations. The 24-hour hotline can be reached at (1-800-332-6378 or 1-800-CHILDREN). The hotline can also be contacted via text or e-mail at 1800children@kcsl.org.
Provided through a grant from "Safe and Supportive Schools," the hotline is staffed by trained professionals and volunteers who listen to each caller’s concerns and seek to provide the caller with resources to assist him or her. In the coming months, posters will be received and displayed in the schools to ensure students and those who visit our schools are aware of the hotline and know the number.
The Bullying Prevention Hotline should not be confused with the Kansas School Safety Hotline. The School Safety Hotline should still be used to report potential violent acts at schools. Students who feel unsafe at school could call either hotline; the professionals at the Bullying Prevention Hotline will forward any calls to the School Safety Hotline if they feel there is the potential for violence, or that a student may harm him/herself or others.
Provided through a grant from "Safe and Supportive Schools," the hotline is staffed by trained professionals and volunteers who listen to each caller’s concerns and seek to provide the caller with resources to assist him or her. In the coming months, posters will be received and displayed in the schools to ensure students and those who visit our schools are aware of the hotline and know the number.
The Bullying Prevention Hotline should not be confused with the Kansas School Safety Hotline. The School Safety Hotline should still be used to report potential violent acts at schools. Students who feel unsafe at school could call either hotline; the professionals at the Bullying Prevention Hotline will forward any calls to the School Safety Hotline if they feel there is the potential for violence, or that a student may harm him/herself or others.