| Hello Dolly |
Author: Jacob Walters and Josh Heimerman
Publication Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111129-HelloDolly.htm
Description:
Learn more about the recent trip taken by Holy Family Students to watch Hello Dolly, a Thomas More Prep Marian play...
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| Operation Christmas Child |
Author: Gavin Schumacher and Avery Normandin
Publication Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111121-OperationChristmasChild.htm
Description:
Operation Christmas Child gives children presents that can not afford anything for Christmas. To support the mission, the 5th graders were asked to bring candy, toys and stuffed animals. Learn more...
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| Missionary Talk |
Author: Luke Ruder and David McFarland
Publication Date: Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111005-Mission.htm
Description:
Fr. Ponanaco Macabco, a Franciscan priest, visited our school. He was originally from the Philippines. He taught us a lot about missionaries that go to other countries. Learn more...
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| Annual Pet Blessing |
Author: Katy Walters
Publication Date: Tue, 04 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111004-PetBlessing.htm
Description:
On Tuesday, Oct. 4th, we had a little fun on St. Francis’ feast day. Many students brought stuffed animals, as well as their live animals to the pet blessing. Learn more...
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| Laughing Matters |
Author: Kayla Vitztum
Publication Date: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111020-LaughingMatters.htm
Description:
Thursday, September 22, Jay and Leslie Cady came to Holy Family to share their knowledge and made us laugh as they learn. They do not just perform in Kansas but have been in 33 states and 7 foreign countries. Learn more...
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| A Local Hero |
Author: Holly Linenberger
Publication Date: Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111018-LocalHero.htm
Description:
Chief Warrant Officer 2, Bryan Joseph Nichols, 31, died August 6th 2011. There were 30 American troops that died that day in Afghanistan when their Chinook helicopter was shot down due to hostile enemy action. Learn more...
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| Red Wheel Fundraiser |
Author: Taylor Teel and Ciara Seib
Publication Date: Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111017-RedWheel.htm
Description:
Once again, it is time for the annual Red Wheel Kickoff! Learn more...
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| Back to School Bash |
Author: Alec Stults and Trae Megaffin
Publication Date: Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/111515-BackToSchool.htm
Description:
School is back in session; back to learning about all kinds of quirky, fun, and interesting stuff - as well as all the necessary stuff. Learn more...
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| 2011 Race for Education |
Author: Carmen Brull
Publication Date: Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110509-RaceForEducation.htm
Description:
On Monday, April 18th Holy Family Elementary had their annual Race for Education. This fundraiser was a huge success and earned our school much-needed money. Learn more...
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| Arf Music Concert |
Author: Joseph Flax
Publication Date: Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110509-ArfConcert.htm
Description:
On May 3, 2011 the Kindergartners, 1st graders, 2nd graders, and 3rd graders performed a musical called Arf. Learn more...
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| Arbor Day |
Author: Raegan Billinger
Publication Date: Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110509-ArborDay.htm
Description:
Last year, the students of HFE planted a tree for cancer victims. This year, the students planted a tree for our beloved and deceased music teacher, Ms. Huser. Learn more...
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| Another Great Concert! |
Author: Deonna Wellbrock
Publication Date: Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110509-AnotherGreatConcert.htm
Description:
We have had many great years at our concerts, but this year was the most superb, loud and action-packed year! In all the 7 years I have been at Holy Family Elementary this was the best! Learn more...
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| 6th Grade Fun Day |
Author: Hayden Lowe
Publication Date: Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110509-6thGradeFunDay.htm
Description:
On Easter Monday, we were blessed to have it rain. Unfortunately, that was the day the 6th graders were supposed to have a Fun Day at the park. So, they decided to move the fun to our very own HFE gym. Learn more...
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| Living Stations |
Author: Isaac Dopita
Publication Date: Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110427-LivingStations.htm
Description:
The 6th graders reverently perform The Living Stations to an amazed audience. Learn more...
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| P.E. Program |
Author: Trevor Pfeifer
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-PEProgram.htm
Description:
Mr. Dumler and the students of HFE recently entertained their audience with the annual P.E. program. Learn more...
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| Pancake Race |
Author: Teresa Schrant
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-PancakeRace.htm
Description:
HFE recently kicked off the Lenten season with the annual pancake race. Learn more about the event...
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| A Green School! |
Author: Shirley Dinkel
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-GreenSchool.htm
Description:
HFE is proud to be a green school. Read more and find out how you can be a part of the HFE green team!
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| HFE Fifth Graders win Top Honors |
Author: Shirley Dinkel
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-TopHonors.htm
Description:
HFE students came away with top honors at the recent Science Fair.
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| Let it Pop! |
Author: Allison Schibi and Maci Gerhard
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-LetItPop.htm
Description:
The kindergarten classes are popping up stewardship for a troop in Iraq. Read more about this awesome fundraiser!
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| The Missionary With A Mission in Korea |
Author: Allison Schibi and Heather Befort
Publication Date: Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110320-KoreaMission.htm
Description:
On Tuesday, March 1, 2011, Missionary Sister Jane Ann, came to Holy Family to share her missionary experiences.
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| Teacher's Raise the Grade |
Author: Carson Klaus
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110224-RaiseTheGrade.htm
Description:
On Feb 4 at HFE, we had a free dress day. Students at HFE enjoy being out of uniform. They could wear tees, sweats, and jeans. Learn more...
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| Holy Family Spelling Bee |
Author: Nicholas Meis
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110224-SpellingBee.htm
Description:
On February 4th, the HFE students competed in a Spelling Bee. Learn more about the contest and winners...
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| Blast Off to Catholic Schools Week |
Author: Raegan Billinger and Carmen Brull
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110224-CatholicSchoolsWeek.htm
Description:
On Monday, January 31st, Holy Family Elementary kicked off Catholic Schools Week with a prayer service to show how much we appreciate God and our Catholic schools for all they do for us. Learn more about Catholic Schools Week...
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| Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? |
Author: Christopher Stecklein
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110224-SmarterThanFifthGrader.htm
Description:
On February 4th, the H.F.E fifth grade put on a fun game in front of the whole school. It was enjoyable for both the audience and participants. Read more...
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| Nifty Thursday! |
Author: Gabrielle Chittenden
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110224-NiftyThursday.htm
Description:
At Mass on the Thursday of Catholic School Week, we celebrated the blessing of the throats. St. Blaise was famous for healing people and animals. St Blaise saved a boy who had a fish bone caught in his throat. Learn more about Thursday activities...
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| Kansas History - Amelia Earhart |
Author: Meagan Brin and Madyson Koerner
Publication Date: Mon, 07 Feb 2011 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/110207-AmeliaEarhart.htm
Description:
On Friday, January 28, the Hays Arts Council brought HFE a historian who retold Earhart’s story to the Holy Family Elementary Students...
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| All Saints Day |
Author: Trevor Pfeifer and Hayden Lowe
Publication Date: Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101210-AllSaintsDay.htm
Description:
On November 1st, the sixth grade classes of Holy Family Elementary put on a performance for “All Saints Day.” Learn more about the performers and event...
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| Preschool Program |
Author: Nicholas Meis and Christopher Stecklein
Publication Date: Fri, 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101210-PreSchool.htm
Description:
At HFE, teachers try to increase their student’s love and faith in the Catholic Church. One example of this is the wonderful performance that Mrs. Karen Bieker’s preschoolers put on for our school. Read more...
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| Science Club GIS Day |
Author: Joseph Flax
Publication Date: Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101129-ScienceClub.htm
Description:
The HFE Science Club visited Fort Hays State University to learn more about GIS. Read more about our trip...
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| Visiting the Fort Hays Chemistry Club |
Author: Morgan Choitz
Publication Date: Mon, 29 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101129-FortHaysChemistyClub.htm
Description:
Student from Holy Family visit the Fort Hays Chemistry Club.
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| Thanksgiving liturgy |
Author: Isaac Dopita
Publication Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101122-Thanksgiving.htm
Description:
On November 18th, we celebrated our Thanksgiving liturgy. Learn more about this celebration...
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| Pro-Life Essays |
Author: Bridget Heimann
Publication Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101122-ProLifeEssays.htm
Description:
n Thursday, November 18, Donetta and Lester Robben from the Knights of Columbus came to our school to announce the winners for our pro-life essays. Learn more about this activity and who won...
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| Mr. Stinky Feet |
Author: Matthew Moeder and Carson Klaus
Publication Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101122-MrStinkyFeet.htm
Description:
The recent performance by Jim Cosgrove, or Mr. Stinky Feet, was spectacular...
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| A Little Something Special |
Author: Megan Koenigsman and Maci Gerhard
Publication Date: Mon, 22 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101122-SomethingSpecial.htm
Description:
Mrs. Stoecklein’s fifth grade religion classes made and filled boxes to give to the organization, Samaritan’s Purse. Learn more about this project...
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| Kojack Returns |
Author: Alison Schibi and Heather Befort
Publication Date: Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101109-KojackReturns.htm
Description:
On October 27th, Officer Gibson came to Holy Family with Kojack, the drug dog. We learn a lot about his duties...
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| Local Author Comes to HFE |
Author: Gabrielle Chittenden
Publication Date: Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101109-LocalAuthor.htm
Description:
Tammi Sauer, a former student of St. Joseph School, wrote 3 books called, Cowboy Camp, Mostly Monsterly, and Chicken Dance. She visited Holy Family to share her story...
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| Hoedown/Throwdown |
Author: Thomas Cole
Publication Date: Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101109-ThrowDown.htm
Description:
On October 25th, we celebrate Red Ribbon Week by learning new dance moves. What a fun way to end Western Day...
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| Band Day |
Author: Bryan Weber
Publication Date: Tue, 09 Nov 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101109-BandDay.htm
Description:
We took a trip to Fort Hays State University to watch bands from around the state perform, and it was amazing...
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| Pumpkin Patch |
Author: Meagan Brin and Taryn Rupp
Publication Date: Wed, 27 Oct 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/101027-PumpkinPatch.htm
Description:
The preschool and kindergarten classes took a bus to the Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch. Some kids thought it was fun riding without seatbelts, others thought it was unsafe. When they arrived, they wandered their way through a cornfield maze, hurdled hay bales, and slid down a slide...
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| 4th Grade Trip to the Kraus Farm |
Author: Reagan Billinger and Joseph Whitmer
Publication Date: Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100920-4thGradeFarmTrip.htm
Description:
We caught up with a few 4th graders to find out what they did at the Kraus Farm. Read more about RJ Whitmer and Karley Billinger experience...
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| 2010 State Fair |
Author: Madyson Koerner and Carmen Brull
Publication Date: Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100920-StateFair.htm
Description:
Sixth grade students had a blast on their first field trip of the year to the Kansas Sate Fair in Hutchinson. Sixth grade students had to arrive at school at 7:00 A.M. to leave for Hutchinson. Although it was a two and a half hour drive, the trip went faster because we had friends in the car and fun things to do. Continue Reading...
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| Fun Times on the Farm |
Author: Taylor Regier and Katelyn Zimmerman
Publication Date: Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100920-FunTimesFarm.htm
Description:
On Sept. 9th , the fifth graders headed out to the Kraus Farm where they played games and learned about farming safety. Continue Reading...
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| Grandparents Day! |
Author: Lori Flax
Publication Date: Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100914-GrandparentsDay.htm
Description:
Holy Family Elementary celebrated Grandparent’s Day in GRAND style!! The students invited their Grandparents to be their special guests for lunch on Monday, September 13th. The cafeteria served 600 students and guests.
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| Red Wheel: PRIZE EXPLOSION!!! |
Author: Chris Stecklein and Nick Meis
Publication Date: Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:00:00 CST
Category: Fundraiser
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100903-RedWheel.htm
Description:
A short article detailing the recent Redwheel kick-off held at Holy Family Elementary.
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| Miss Kansas |
Author: Josh Stark
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MissKansas.htm
Description:
Miss Kansas came to visit our school on Tuesday, May 11th. She said that she was shy in grade school and not athletic at all, even though she was tall and her father was a coach. . Learn more...
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| Spring Concert |
Author: Josh Stark
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-SpringConcert.htm
Description:
On May 11, 2010, a phenomenal concert was performed by HFE’s 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. Learn more...
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| May Crowning |
Author: Dominique Rupp and Macy Menges
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MayCrowning.htm
Description:
HFE has always had a May Crowning, so we grabbed our rosaries and hurried to the new church on Friday, May 7th at 2:30 to pray a rosary honoring Mary. Learn more...
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| Bye Bye Birdie |
Author: Jesus Martinez
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-ByeByeBirdie.htm
Description:
We watched the play, Bye Bye Birdie at TMP on Wednesday, May 5th. It was awesome! Learn more...
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| Kennedy Middle School Visitation |
Author: Jonathan Guzman
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MiddleSchoolTrip.htm
Description:
On May 4, we went to Kennedy to check out the school we will go to next year. The bus picked us up and when we got there, students were waiting for us and cheering for us at the door. Learn more...
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| Field Day |
Author: Jesus Martinez
Publication Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-FieldDay.htm
Description:
HFE had their Field Day on Wednesday, May 5th on our playground. Learn more...
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| Famous Figures |
Author: Laura Krug
Publication Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-FamousFigures.htm
Description:
This year, as every year, the fifth graders of Holy Family wrote a report on a famous person. Then some of them performed Friday morning at the Little Theatre for the school to watch. Learn more...
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| Visit to Good Sams |
Author: Justin Pfeifer and Andrew Hess
Publication Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-GoodSams.htm
Description:
Throughout the year, the 6th graders went to Good Sams to bond with the residents. Learn more...
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| Music fills the Air |
Author: Raeleann Weigel
Publication Date: Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-MusicFillstheAir.htm
Description:
The beautiful melodies fills the church when you hear the guitars playing. We want to thank the following...
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| The Bully Prevention Committee |
Author: Hannah Michaud
Publication Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100422-BullyPrevention.htm
Description:
Nobody likes bullying, but it’s a big problem in many schools. That’s why we have picked a representative from each classroom from grades 3-6 to keep H.F.E. be bully free. Learn more...
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| The Kansas Cosmosphere |
Author: Savanna Carrasco, Jacob Haberman, and John Chittenden
Publication Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100414-Cosmosphere.htm
Description:
The fourth graders rocked out in zero gravity when they went to the Kansas Cosmosphere. Read more...
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| Stan Slaughter’s Eco-Ways |
Author: ordyn Manhart and Annaka Applequist
Publication Date: Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100414-Slaughter.htm
Description:
Stan Slaughter visited Holy Family Elementary on Thursday, April 8 to talk about ways to help the environment. He visits 150 Schools every year which adds up to a 1000 schools so far. He is also known as the “Recycling Teacher of Kansas.” Read more...
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| Vocations Day |
Author: Anna Wiebe and Tyra Younie
Publication Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-VocationsDay.htm
Description:
On March 24 all the sixth graders went to St. Nicholas Church for Vocation Day. It was a blast! Read more...
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| Cuddly Critters |
Author: Taylor Gabel and Taylor Dinkel
Publication Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-CuddlyCritters.htm
Description:
On Friday March 12th, the cafeteria was “stuffed” with animals. Read more...
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| School PE Program |
Author: T.J. Flax and Jared Vitztum
Publication Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-PEProgram.htm
Description:
At this year's PE Program, Holy Family Students played games from different countries. Read more...
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| HFE’S Artistic Kids |
Author: Janeth Cano and Christal Araiza
Publication Date: Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-ArtisticKids.htm
Description:
Holy Family Students had the opportunity to participate in a Knights of Columbus religious vocation poster contest. Read more...
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| Kim Schmelzle a True Miracle |
Author: Madi Ginther
Publication Date: Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST
Category: Community
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-ATrueMiracle.htm
Description:
On Mar. 10, Mr. Haas introduced his hero, named Kim Schmelzle. Kim is an all conference pole vaulter and triple jumper at FHSU where Mr. Haas coaches track. She told us that she was diagnosed with Leukemia on November 1, 2004. Read more...
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| Regional Science Fair |
Author: Melissa Pfeifer
Publication Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100310-RegionalScienceFair.htm
Description:
Seven Holy Family Elementary students participated in the 2nd annual FHSU Regional Science Fair. In the end, they all walked away with gold medals! . Read more...
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| Need some Fries with That? |
Author: Spencer Casey
Publication Date: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100310-McDonalds.htm
Description:
Two weeks ago, Holy Family teachers were ready for their respective shifts, as McDonald's Family Night kicked into high gear. Read more...
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| Paging at the State Capital |
Author: Laura Krug
Publication Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100224-Paging.htm
Description:
Last week, one Holy Family student, Laura Krug, and two former Holy Family students, Russell Krug, and Jordan Pfannenstiel, were invited by Senator Phelps to page at the Topeka capital building. Read more...
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| Science Fair |
Author: Andrew Hess
Publication Date: Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100224-ScienceFair.htm
Description:
Two Holy Family Elementary groups of sixth graders are entering the regional science fair this year. One group is in engineering and the other is on environmental science. See photos...
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| Called to Serve |
Author: Laura Krug
Publication Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-SmarterThan.htm
Description:
On Tuesday, Feb. 4, Fr. Kevin, Fr. Joshua, and Sister Mary Lou had an assembly in the gym. The topic was: Vocations. Father Kevin, Father Joshua, and Sr. Mary Lou shared there personal stories. We learned what it really means to be called to serve. Read more...
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| Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader? |
Author: Josh Stark
Publication Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-SmarterThan.htm
Description:
It was the second annual, “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?” During the game, the subjects were Language Arts, History, Science, Math Geography, and Physical Ed. Four teams competed. Read more...
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| Annual Pancake Race |
Author: Spencer Casey
Publication Date: Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:30:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-PanCakeRace.htm
Description:
On February 16th, Holy Family Elementary School held its annual Pancake Race. Many participates stepped forward, tied on an apron, grabbed a frying pan and pancake, and charged forward with a purpose - to cross the finish line. Read more...
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| Loyalist and Patriots |
Author: Tina Rice
Publication Date: Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-Independence.htm
Description:
The 5th grade students learned about six prominent Loyalists and Patriots and their viewpoints on whether or not the American colonies should declare independence. It was an exciting classroom activity! Read more...
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| the Holy Bee's |
Author: Raeleann Weigel and Hannah Michaud
Publication Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-HolyBees.htm
Description:
Spelling Bees are great! This year it was held on February 1st during Catholic Schools Week. It was an exciting day for grades 1-6! Read more...
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| The Hobbit |
Author: Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack
Publication Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-TheHobbit.htm
Description:
On Monday afternoon, January 25, the 4th, 5th, and 6th graders went to Beach Schmidt Auditorium to see The Hobbit. Read more...
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| Bully Free Zone |
Author: Chase Romme and Tanner Hallagin
Publication Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-BullyFreeZone.htm
Description:
A short article discussing a recent skit performed by the anti-bullying committee. Read more...
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| Catholic Schools Week |
Author: Melissa Pfeifer
Publication Date: Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100201-CatholicSchoolsWeek.htm
Description:
Welcome to Catholic Schools Week! Melissa Pfeifer describes why she is so fortunate to be able to attend Holy Family Elementary. Read more...
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| Candyland |
Author: Andrew Hess
Publication Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 03:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100115-Candyland.htm
Description:
The annual candy cane sale generated $703.70 this year. Thank you to all the students and staff for their generosity and for making Christmas special fo some many who need help.
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| Mary's Baby Shower |
Author: Jennie Helget
Publication Date: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100105-MarysBabyShower.htm
Description:
Thank you to everyone who offered a gift to honor Mary and Jesus. All gifts will be donated to Birthright of Hays.
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| Use your manners, please! - - Thank You! |
Author: Lori Flax
Publication Date: Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/100105-Manners.htm
Description:
Susan Schlicting of the Ellis County Extension Office presented a special lesson to all of the students recently. They discussed dos and don’ts while eating and how to sit at the table.
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| Science Club goes on the Air |
Author: Nate Walters
Publication Date: Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: Clubs
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091201-ScienceClub.htm
Description:
Members from Holy Family Elementary School Science Club were recently interviewed on TV. See the full story and photos...
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| Stocking Hats!!! |
Author: Jana Simon
Publication Date: Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091201-Hats.htm
Description:
Holy Family Elementary School received a surprise package containing 48 handmade stocking hats. The wonderful package came from Ben and Rose McIntyre from Pharr, TX. See the full story...
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| A Tragic Day |
Author: Bailey Hageman and Kelsie DeWitt
Publication Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-TragicDay.htm
Description:
You never know when is the last time you will see someone you love. Craig Scott knows how that feels. His sister, Rachel Scott died in the Columbine school shooting. Craig Scott was in Hays recently for a presentation. See the full story...
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| Geography Bee |
Author: Peyton Hoffman and Patrick Kepka
Publication Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-GeographyBee.htm
Description:
Holy Family Elementary had its annual Geography Bee. See the full story and photo...
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| Dancing with the Stars |
Author: Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack
Publication Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-Dancing.htm
Description:
Holy Family Elementary students had an entertaining time learning German dancing on November 20th. See photos and related story...
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| Thanksgiving Celebration |
Author: Lori Flax
Publication Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-Thanksgiving.htm
Description:
Holy Family Elementary recently celebrated Thanksgiving with several special events. The day began with a mass planned by Ms. Jennie Helget’s 3rd Grade class. At the end of the mass, there was a special prayer time to give thanks for our blessings and pray that we make good use of all the blessings we have received.
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| Abortion really Does Kill!!! |
Author: Laura Krug
Publication Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-AbortionEssay.htm
Description:
Laura Krug is the school's 1st Place Pro Life Essay Winner.
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| Abortion: Killing without Justification |
Author: John Drees
Publication Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-Abortion.htm
Description:
John Drees, 2nd Place Pro Life Essay Winner, discussing his thoughts on abortion.
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| TMP Play - A Piece of Heaven |
Author: Patrick Kepka and Peyton Hoffman
Publication Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-TMPPlay.htm
Description:
Holy Family Students recently traveld to Thomas More Prep - Marian to watch the play "A Piece of Heaven".
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| A Day with the Firemen |
Author: Amadee Staab
Publication Date: Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091112-FireDeptVisit.htm
Description:
Amadee Staab recaps the kindergarten’s day with the Ellis County Rural Fire Department that took place on November 5th.
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| Hats and Sunglasses |
Author: Savanna Carrasco and Anna Wiebe
Publication Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-RedRibbonWeek.htm
Description:
Holy Family Students take a stand against drugs and alcohol during Red Ribbon week.
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| Robots |
Author: Jake Haberman
Publication Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: Clubs
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-Robots.htm
Description:
Jake Haberman recaps the recent 6th grade Science Club trip to Fort Hays State University to learn about Robots.
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| 3rd Place Pro Life Essay Winner |
Author: Melissa Pfeifer
Publication Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-ProLifeEssay.htm
Description:
Melissa Pfeifer recently won 3rd place for her Pro Life essay written in Mrs. Dinkel's 6th grade class.
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| TerraCycle Recycling Project |
Author: Amadee Staab
Publication Date: Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091101-TerraCycleRecycling.htm
Description:
Mrs. Amadee Staab’s kindergarten B classroom is now accepting Capri Sun, Kool-Aid, and Honest Kids drink pouches. To learn more about the project read here...
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| Home and School Happenings |
Author: Lisa Karlin
Publication Date: Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Committees
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091101-HomeSchoolUpdate.htm
Description:
Lisa Karlin provide a quick update on Home and School activities and events, including the HFE Teacher/Staff Christmas Fund, HFE Bucks, Pizza Hut and McDonald's fundraisers, etc...
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| Our Precious Pumpkins |
Author: Taylor Dinkel and Madi Ginther
Publication Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091015-PumpkinPatch.htm
Description:
Holy Family's Preschool Pumpkins went to the Cottage Lane Pumpkin Patch in Ellis. The children enjoyed going through a corn maze, hayrack ride and picking their very own pumpkins. See photos and read more...
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| Physics Science Show |
Author: Taylor Dinkel and Madi Ginther
Publication Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:30:00 CST
Category: Clubs
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-PhysicScienceShow.htm
Description:
The Science Club went to FHSU Physics Department on Wednesday. The 6th graders, could not imagine what special things we were going to see and do. Read more...
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| Community Helpers and Safety |
Author: Amadee Staab
Publication Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:15:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-CommunityHelperSafety.htm
Description:
The Ellis County EMS visited the HFE kindergarten classrooms on Monday, October 12, 2009. This visit was part of the kindergarten unit on community helpers and safety. EMS unit demonstrated techniques and showed some of the equipment. Read more...
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| Pet Blessing |
Author: Olivia Herbal and Tyra Youni
Publication Date: Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-PetBlessing.htm
Description:
The pet blessing is a time of year when everyone at Holy Family is fired up to bring their pets, get blessed, and to share them with others. This year we celebrated with Fr. Joshua and Fr. Kevin. View the photos...
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| Chemistry Department Visit |
Author: Melissa Pfeifer and Taylor Gabel
Publication Date: Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST
Category: Clubs
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/091006-ChemistryDeptVisit.htm
Description:
The sixth grade Science Club headed out to the FHSU Chemistry Department and had an “explosive” time. We met up with Dr. Holman, head of the chemistry department, and he taught us about the different elements and the periodic table. Read more...
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| Underwater Excavation |
Author: Tina Rice
Publication Date: Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CST
Category: Classroom Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090924-UnderwaterExcavation.htm
Description:
The 5th grade students are learning about European exploration in the 15th and 16th centuries by “excavating” and examining objects from a “sunken ship”. With the classroom darkened, the underwater sounds playing, and the students “dressed” for their dives in goggles, flippers, snorkels, etc., they dive into abyss. Read more...
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| Laughing Matters |
Author: Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack
Publication Date: Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090916-LaughingMatters.htm
Description:
An article about the school wide presentation, “Laughing Matters”. View the photos...
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| Grandparents Day |
Author: Webmaster
Publication Date: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090914-GrandparentsDay.htm
Description:
Grandparents are an important part of our heritage and are essential members of our families and faith community. Holy Family students set aside National Grandparent's Day, to invite grandparents to the eat lunch with them at school. View the photos...
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| Back to School Bash |
Author: Laura Krug
Publication Date: Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST
Category: School Activities
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090914-BacktoSchool.htm
Description:
The Back-to-School Bash was held Sunday, September 13th. Many families attended the the event; including a dessert social bar and family activities.
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| School Mall |
Author: Jordyn Manhart and Raeleann Weigel
Publication Date: Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:00:00 CST
Category: Fundraiser
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090911-SchoolMall.htm
Description:
An article with information about the recent School Mall fundraiser.
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| Are You Ready for Redwheel |
Author: Hannah Michaud and Macy Menges
Publication Date: Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:00:00 CST
Category: Fundraiser
Article: http://www.hfehays.org/News/090904-RedWheel.htm
Description:
This is a short article detailing the recent Redwheel kick-off held this past Tuesday.
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