B-6 District Speech Results!
Our Haymakers made their voices heard at the B-6 District Speech competition in Sidney. Congratulations to all our competitors for their hard work and outstanding performances!
Duet Acting
4th Place – Talyn Propp & Ava Joyce
6th Place – Elliott Blackmore & Latasha Heuck
Poetry
4th Place – Camryn Yilk
Humorous Interpretation
5th Place – Camryn Yilk
OID (Oral Interpretation of Drama)
5th Place – Ava Joyce, Camryn Yilk, Larkyn Malcom & Talyn Propp
Serious Prose
2nd Place & STATE QUALIFIER – Larkyn Malcom
Way to go, Haymakers! Best of luck to Larkyn as she represents us at state! #HaymakerWay
Cozad AfterZone is Hiring! Looking for a rewarding part-time job during the school year? Need full-time hours in the summer? Join our AfterZone team!
✨ School Year: 12-15 hours per week
✨ Summer Program (June 2 - July 25): 30-35 hours per week
✨ Flexible scheduling & a fun work environment!
This is a great opportunity to make a difference while working with our amazing kids! If interested, contact Karmen Morse today.
We are pleased to announce Mrs. Aly Racek as the new CHS Cheer Coach for the 2025-2026 school year! As a CHS alumna and former Haymaker cheerleader, Aly is no stranger to the program. She also previously served as the assistant cheer coach, bringing valuable experience and a deep passion for CHS cheer.
Coach Racek shared, “I am excited to be back with the Cozad High School cheerleading squad. I look forward to starting a new season with an extraordinary group of young athletes.”
Join us in welcoming Aly Racek back to the sideline and get ready for an amazing season of Haymaker spirit! #HaymakerWay
We are excited to announce Miss Tara Linn as the new CHS Dance Team Coach for the 2025-2026 school year! A proud CHS alumna and former Haymaker cheerleader, Miss Linn brings a wealth of experience as the owner, instructor, and coach at TLDC - Tara Linn Dance Studio in Cozad, where she also coaches competitive dance.
Miss Linn shared, “I’m excited to share my passion and love for dance with these students and soon-to-be new dance team. I look forward to building technique and advancing the skill levels of these dancers. I can’t wait to showcase our strengths along with new skills to the community while showing support and school spirit to all Haymaker fans!”
Join us in welcoming Miss Linn and get ready for an exciting new chapter of CHS Dance!
COZAD CURRICULUM CORNER --March/April 2025
--Curriculum Corners: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1WTCD3CDsuFcQtm4Q7c-MApMm2PxF9gL6?usp=sharing
CHS Junior Abby Negley showcased her research at the Western Regional Science Fair at Mid-Plains Community College in North Platte on Wednesday, March 12th. Her project, "The Effect Veterinary Exams Have on Animal Behavioral Stress," examined whether at-home vet exams cause less stress than those conducted in a clinic. She measured stress levels through glucose and blood cortisone levels.
Abby’s project earned 3rd place, receiving a $55 monetary donation from the VFW, and she qualified to present at the Nebraska State Science Fair at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in April. Congratulations, Abby! #HaymakerWay
REMINDER: LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE – ONE WEEK AWAY
Seniors, all local scholarships are due by Wednesday, March 20th, at 4:00 PM. Be sure to submit all printed applications along with the required attachments before the deadline, as no late submissions will be accepted. Check your school email for important details on turning in your applications. Don't miss this opportunity! #HaymakerWay
Good luck to our Haymaker Basketball team and coaches as they compete at State! The C1 Quarterfinals will take place at the Bob Devaney Sports Center today, Wednesday, March 12, with tip-off at 10:45 AM. Cozad will face Ashland-Greenwood. Let's show our support and cheer them on! Let's go Haymakers! We believe! #HaymakerWay (Photo credits to Katie Arndt Photography)
Haymaker Fans, Join Us for the State Send-Off! 🏀 Come support the boys basketball team as they head to state! Join us Tuesday, March 11, at 2:50 PM in the Cozad High School Arena to cheer them on. Let’s pack the gym and show our Haymaker pride! Go Haymakers!
Welcome back to the Senior Podcast 2025. This is episode two where we talk with Mason Fales, Camden Bussinger, and Kolton Goff about the highs and lows of their experiences at Cozad High School.
https://youtu.be/QP48jYqi7aM
The State Boys Basketball bracket is set, and our Haymakers are ready to compete! Cozad will take the court next Wednesday, March 12th, at 10:45 AM in the state tournament.
📢 No school on Wednesday, March 12th so our community can support the team!
📚 School will be in session on Thursday, March 13th.
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our boys! Go Haymakers!
📚 Read Across America Week! Friday at Cozad Elementary is "Sleep Book"—a cozy way to celebrate reading! Students, wear your pajamas to school and get ready for a fun and relaxing day of stories and learning!
Read Across America Week! Thursday at Cozad Elementary is "My Many Colored Days"—a celebration of Dr. Seuss's vibrant story about emotions and colors. Show your school spirit by wearing MANY different colors tomorrow! Let's make the day as colorful as our love for reading!
Senior Parents & Seniors--Tonight, Wednesday, March 5th, is the last scholarship work night. This will be held in the HS Library from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Get ready to get wacky, Cozad Elementary! Wednesday is Wacky Wednesday for Read Across America week. Show off your wackiest style by wearing mismatched clothes, crazy shoes, and wild hair. Let’s have some fun while celebrating the joy of reading! #HaymakerWay
Congratulations to CHS junior Camryn Yilk on receiving a Nebraska Young Artist Award from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts! This prestigious award recognizes 11th-grade students across Nebraska for their talents in visual art, dance, music, theater, and film and emerging media arts. Camryn’s specialty area is dance, and we are proud to see her hard work and passion recognized at the state level. She is one of 60 students from more than 30 high schools selected for this honor. Way to go, Camryn!
For more information, visit their website at: https://unl.meritpages.com/stories/Camryn-Yilk-of-Cozad-wins-Nebraska-Young-Artist-Award/156308181
Schedule Change: The Middle School Quiz Bowl dual scheduled for this afternoon at 2:30 with Overton has been postponed. New date and time will be announced later.
Cozad Elementary is looking for two para professionals to join our team! This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students while working in a supportive and welcoming environment. If you or someone you know is interested, visit our district website for more details and to apply. Come be a part of the Haymaker family!
2025 Driver Education Sign-Up is Open! The 2025 Driver Education contract is now available for interested students! This first-come, first-served opportunity is limited to 24 students—so don’t wait! Hard copies are available in the Middle School and High School offices. You can also find the contract and more information on the district website under "Documents--District--2024-2025." Secure your spot today!
Shout-out to Our Cozad Elementary Students! Huge CONGRATULATIONS to our outstanding students who were recognized for their character trait of kindness! Your kindness, compassion, and willingness to help others make our school a better place daily.
Thank you for leading by example and showing what being a Cozad Kid with Character means! Keep spreading kindness wherever you go!
