http://www.hfehays.org Holy Family is a Catholic Elementary School located in Hays, Kansas. en-us Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:00:00 CST Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.hfehays.org/news/ Weblog Editor 2.0 scasey@caseydesigns.com scasey@caseydesigns.com School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MissKansas.htm 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... Josh Stark Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-SpringConcert.htm On May 11, 2010, a phenomenal concert was performed by HFE’s 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. Learn more... Josh Stark Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MayCrowning.htm 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... Dominique Rupp and Macy Menges Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-ByeByeBirdie.htm We watched the play, Bye Bye Birdie at TMP on Wednesday, May 5th. It was awesome! Learn more... Jesus Martinez Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-MiddleSchoolTrip.htm 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... Jonathan Guzman Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100518-FieldDay.htm HFE had their Field Day on Wednesday, May 5th on our playground. Learn more... Jesus Martinez Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-FamousFigures.htm 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... Laura Krug Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-GoodSams.htm Throughout the year, the 6th graders went to Good Sams to bond with the residents. Learn more... Justin Pfeifer and Andrew Hess Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100429-MusicFillstheAir.htm The beautiful melodies fills the church when you hear the guitars playing. We want to thank the following... Raeleann Weigel Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100422-BullyPrevention.htm 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... Hannah Michaud Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100414-Cosmosphere.htm The fourth graders rocked out in zero gravity when they went to the Kansas Cosmosphere. Read more... Savanna Carrasco, Jacob Haberman, and John Chittenden Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100414-Slaughter.htm 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... ordyn Manhart and Annaka Applequist Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-VocationsDay.htm On March 24 all the sixth graders went to St. Nicholas Church for Vocation Day. It was a blast! Read more... Anna Wiebe and Tyra Younie Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-CuddlyCritters.htm On Friday March 12th, the cafeteria was “stuffed” with animals. Read more... Taylor Gabel and Taylor Dinkel Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-PEProgram.htm At this year's PE Program, Holy Family Students played games from different countries. Read more... T.J. Flax and Jared Vitztum Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-ArtisticKids.htm Holy Family Students had the opportunity to participate in a Knights of Columbus religious vocation poster contest. Read more... Janeth Cano and Christal Araiza Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST Community http://www.hfehays.org/News/100323-ATrueMiracle.htm 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... Madi Ginther Tue, 23 Mar 2010 02:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100310-RegionalScienceFair.htm 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... Melissa Pfeifer Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100310-McDonalds.htm Two weeks ago, Holy Family teachers were ready for their respective shifts, as McDonald's Family Night kicked into high gear. Read more... Spencer Casey Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100224-Paging.htm 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... Laura Krug Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100224-ScienceFair.htm 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... Andrew Hess Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-SmarterThan.htm 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... Laura Krug Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-SmarterThan.htm 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... Josh Stark Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-PanCakeRace.htm 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... Spencer Casey Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:30:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100210-Independence.htm 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... Tina Rice Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-HolyBees.htm 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... Raeleann Weigel and Hannah Michaud Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-TheHobbit.htm On Monday afternoon, January 25, the 4th, 5th, and 6th graders went to Beach Schmidt Auditorium to see The Hobbit. Read more... Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100204-BullyFreeZone.htm A short article discussing a recent skit performed by the anti-bullying committee. Read more... Chase Romme and Tanner Hallagin Mon, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100201-CatholicSchoolsWeek.htm Welcome to Catholic Schools Week! Melissa Pfeifer describes why she is so fortunate to be able to attend Holy Family Elementary. Read more... Melissa Pfeifer Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100115-Candyland.htm 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. Andrew Hess Fri, 15 Jan 2010 03:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100105-MarysBabyShower.htm Thank you to everyone who offered a gift to honor Mary and Jesus. All gifts will be donated to Birthright of Hays. Jennie Helget Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/100105-Manners.htm 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. Lori Flax Tue, 05 Jan 2010 09:00:00 CST Clubs http://www.hfehays.org/News/091201-ScienceClub.htm Members from Holy Family Elementary School Science Club were recently interviewed on TV. See the full story and photos... Nate Walters Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091201-Hats.htm 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... Jana Simon Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-TragicDay.htm 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... Bailey Hageman and Kelsie DeWitt Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-GeographyBee.htm Holy Family Elementary had its annual Geography Bee. See the full story and photo... Peyton Hoffman and Patrick Kepka Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091125-Dancing.htm Holy Family Elementary students had an entertaining time learning German dancing on November 20th. See photos and related story... Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-Thanksgiving.htm 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. Lori Flax Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-AbortionEssay.htm Laura Krug is the school's 1st Place Pro Life Essay Winner. Laura Krug Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-Abortion.htm John Drees, 2nd Place Pro Life Essay Winner, discussing his thoughts on abortion. John Drees Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091123-TMPPlay.htm Holy Family Students recently traveld to Thomas More Prep - Marian to watch the play "A Piece of Heaven". Patrick Kepka and Peyton Hoffman Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091112-FireDeptVisit.htm Amadee Staab recaps the kindergarten’s day with the Ellis County Rural Fire Department that took place on November 5th. Amadee Staab Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-RedRibbonWeek.htm Holy Family Students take a stand against drugs and alcohol during Red Ribbon week. Savanna Carrasco and Anna Wiebe Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST Clubs http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-Robots.htm Jake Haberman recaps the recent 6th grade Science Club trip to Fort Hays State University to learn about Robots. Jake Haberman Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091110-ProLifeEssay.htm Melissa Pfeifer recently won 3rd place for her Pro Life essay written in Mrs. Dinkel's 6th grade class. Melissa Pfeifer Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091101-TerraCycleRecycling.htm 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... Amadee Staab Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST School Committees http://www.hfehays.org/News/091101-HomeSchoolUpdate.htm 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... Lisa Karlin Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091015-PumpkinPatch.htm 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... Taylor Dinkel and Madi Ginther Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:00:00 CST Clubs http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-PhysicScienceShow.htm 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... Taylor Dinkel and Madi Ginther Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:30:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-CommunityHelperSafety.htm 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... Amadee Staab Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:15:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/091013-PetBlessing.htm 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... Olivia Herbal and Tyra Youni Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST Clubs http://www.hfehays.org/News/091006-ChemistryDeptVisit.htm 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... Melissa Pfeifer and Taylor Gabel Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:00:00 CST Classroom Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/090924-UnderwaterExcavation.htm 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... Tina Rice Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/090916-LaughingMatters.htm An article about the school wide presentation, “Laughing Matters”. View the photos... Justin Pfeifer and Jared Rack Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/090914-GrandparentsDay.htm 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... Webmaster Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CST School Activities http://www.hfehays.org/News/090914-BacktoSchool.htm The Back-to-School Bash was held Sunday, September 13th. Many families attended the the event; including a dessert social bar and family activities. Laura Krug Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:00:00 CST Fundraiser http://www.hfehays.org/News/090911-SchoolMall.htm An article with information about the recent School Mall fundraiser. Jordyn Manhart and Raeleann Weigel Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:00:00 CST Fundraiser http://www.hfehays.org/News/090904-RedWheel.htm This is a short article detailing the recent Redwheel kick-off held this past Tuesday. Hannah Michaud and Macy Menges Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:00:00 CST