Axtell School
2008-2009 Axtell High School Enrollment
by Brian Rottinghaus | Friday, July 18, 2008
August 7, 2008 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. in the Library Grades 9 – 12 All high school students will need to stop in the school this day to visit with Mrs. Bauerle and Mr. Rottinghaus to arrange their course schedules for the fall and spring semesters. Please contact the high school with any questions. read more
Axtell Scholarships
Congratulations to all the Axtell High School graduates and alumni who received scholarships this year! Listed below are the recipients of scholarships awarded by donors through Axtell High School. Recipients of . . . read more
Going for the Gold
Friday, May 23, five AHS track members will head for Wichita for the 2008 State Track Meet. They have their sites set on "going for the gold". Coaches Kevin Turowski and Brenda Peschel will be accompanying (standing L to . . . read more
Calendars – Let’s Get Specific
I f you have been on the USD #488 website ( www.usd488.org ) you will notice a button “Show All Calendars”on the left side. When you click on this button, it will open the 2007-08 calendar for our district. What you may . . . read more
Eagles Fly to Victory!
Six Axtell Eagle tracksters competed in the state track meet held the end of May. The following are results from the meet. Reggie Scott took the gold (1st place) in Class 1A triple jump by jumping 46 . . . read more
ACSC Takes on Worlds Of Fun
On May 11 th members of the ACSC went to World’s of Fun to reward them for all of the hard work they have done throughout the year. We left at 6:30 a.m. so we could be there when it opened at 9:00. Just about . . . read more
Axtell 2nd Semester Honor Roll
Axtell 2nd Semester Honor Roll Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshman Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Erin Koch . . . read more
Axtell 4th Qtr Honor Roll
Honor Roll - 4th Qtr Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshman Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Jason Ronnebaum . . . read more
Simple May be Better, But Not as Much Fun!
Axtell High School Physics Class Builds Rube Goldberg Machines F or those of you unfamiliar with Rube Goldberg let me give you a quick history of the man. He was a mechanical engineer who used his training in physics . . . read more
Spring Brings Music
On May 5th, music filled the AHS gymnasium. Mrs. Rueger's instrumental and vocal music classes performed many selections at the AHS Spring Concert. There were performances by the AHS choir, JH choir, and . . . read more
End of the Year Giveaways
On May 14, the school had its annual end-of-the-year giveaway. The prizes consisted of: 10 1GB flash drives, 2 mini-refrigerators, 2 Ipod-Nanos, and 10 t-shirts from the Army National Gaurd. Here is a list of the . . . read more
The Next Step
The month of May bids farewell to yet another class at Axtell High School as they begin their “next step” in life. This May did not change this tradition as the Class of 2008 walked across the stage on May 17 at 2 PM to receive . . . read more
WebDesign's End of Year Wrap Up
How quickly the school year has gone. Seems as if it were just yesterday when the students poured (okay - maybe trudged) into the school to begin the 2007-08 year. Books were handed out, assignments given, and tests to be . . . read more
Marshmallow Madness
O n Thursday, April 17 th Mrs. Novotny’s seventh grade math class began to experiment with simple machines by using mousetrap catapults. The students were divided into groups of two or three. Each group received one . . . read more
Cheerleaders for 08-09
T ryouts for the AHS cheerleading squad were held in mid-April and the following students were selected to serve as the 2008-09 squad: Back Row (L to R): Casey Werner, Jamie Deters-co-captain, McKenna Jones-co-captain, . . . read more
A Successful Year in Reflection
On May 7 th Axtell High School had their annual awards banquet which was catered by Ricky’s Café from Hanover. The meal began at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program at 7:00 p.m. The evening went well as the . . . read more
Jumping on the Royals Ban Wagon
On May 6 th the National Honors Society group from Axtell High School traveled to Kansas City to watch the Royals take on the LA Angels. On a tremendous evening, the NHS group was able to watch the Royals take a commanding 3-0 . . . read more
"A Red Carpet Affair"
T he AHS Jr./Sr. prom, "The Red Carpet Affair" took place Saturday, April 19, 2008. Everyone slowly gathered around 5:30 pm. when pictures began at the American Legion in Axtell. Following pictures, AHS students and their dates . . . read more
Grand March
The Grand March for Prom 2008 was held north of the Legion where couples walked through the gazebo. Please click on the link to view all the students and their dates. Grand March 2008 read more
LOCKER STALKER!---Friend or Foe!!
On March 14, 2008 AHS held their school play at 7:30 p.m. in the old gym of the high school. As everyone gathered and was seated in the gym, waiting for the play to begin, the lights suddenly went out and the Nightmare was . . . read more
3rd Quarter Honor Roll
On March 20th there was a school assembly in the new gym to recognize students making the 3rd quarter honor roll. There are three categories in which you can be in. The best is the Superintendent's Honor Roll which you have to have a . . . read more
Government Debate
O n Monday, March 10, two students from the Government class participated in a debate in front of the student body. The debaters were Stuart O'Neil and Cody Ford. Each was to discuss opinions and facts about topics. The . . . read more
Kickoff to State Assessment Testing
T oday, February 29, 2008, the Axtell student body which included grades 7-12 as well as staff, gathered in the commons area to enjoy a breakfast to kickoff the start of state assessment testing. State assessment testing will begin . . . read more
Jump on the Victory Train!
ALL ABOARD!! THE VICTORY EXPRESS IS HEADED FOR CLAY CENTER!! The Axtell Eagles boys basketball team will meet rival Centralia Panthers at 7:30 p.m. this evening in Clay Center. The victor moving on through the . . . read more
Marshall County Conservation Contest
E very year, students in Marshall County are offered the chance to participate in the Marshall County Conservation Contest.This is a poster contest in which students are given a theme and are asked to come up with a poster that . . . read more
Axtell Scholars Bowl Goes to STATE!!!
O n Thursday, January 31, Natahan Hollis, Stuart O'Neil, James Shaughnessy, Adam Ronnebaum, and Deacon Ludwig were just five boys taking a trip to Blue Valley Randolph in hopes of securing a trip to Southern Coffey County High . . . read more
AHS Jr. Cheer Camp
O n January 26, 2008, the AHS cheerleaders held their annual AHS Jr. Cheer Camp. On Sunday, 35 girls, ranging from grades Kindergarten through sixth grade, attended the camp. The girls K-3rd grade learned a dance to the remix . . . read more
2nd Quarter, 1st Semester Honor Roll
2nd Quarter Honor Roll High School Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshman Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent . . . read more
AHS Christmas Concert
T he AHS Christmas Concert that was originally scheduled for December 17, 2007 was held January 9, 2008. Performing was the Axtell Band as well as, both the Junior and Senior High school Choirs. T he Axtell band performed, . . . read more
Bill Talks About Bullying
Bill Biermann, of Southwest Plains Regional Service Center, came to Axtell High School to talk about "bullying in school". His presentation started out with the Junior High students, first distributing a playing card to each of . . . read more
AHS Blood Drive
Axtell ACSC & FFA Host A Blood Drive O n Thursday, the 8 th of November, Axtell's ACSC (Axtell Community Service Club) and FFA organizations held a blood drive at the school. The day was a huge success, and we . . . read more
Varsity Scholars Bowl BEGINS!!
O n Tuesday, November 13, Nathan Hollis, James Shaughnessy, Stuart O'Neil, and Adam Ronnebaum went to Sabetha to compete in this year's first varsity Scholar's Bowl meet. The boys went 3-2 and defeated the Wetmore Cardinals . . . read more
Veteran's Day Presentation
On November 14, 2007, Axtell High School Student Council put on a Veteran’s Day presentation for the veterans in the Axtell area. The program started out with the presentation of the American and the Kansas flags by Martin (Leon) . . . read more
Victory Bound!
Support the Axtell Eagles on the road October 30 as they travel to Tescott for Bi-District playoffs. The Trojans will host the Eagles with a 6 p.m. kickoff. (Pictures by Janet Ronnebaum) read more
AHS Choir 2007-08
Members of the Axtell High School Choir are listed from left to right. Front Row : Sheela Zimmerling, Amy Stallbaumer, Patience Sawdy, Emily Kolbett, Alyssa Olberding, Sierra Perry, Katie Porting Middle Row : . . . read more
Sports Pictures Welcome!
If you are a parent, relative or a fan of a student at Axtell and take pictures at school activities, we need you! It is hard to get to all activities to take pictures. If you would like to e-mail pictures of the Axtell . . . read more
Homecoming Candidates 2007
Homecoming is just around the corner and the Eagles will be hosting Pawnee City Indians! This year's theme is " I Don't Want to Stop ." Activities at AHS will include: Tuesday-Class Color Day, Wednesday-Ugly . . . read more
Welcome Back
A s we begin the 2007-2008 school year at Axtell Junior/Senior High School, I would like to welcome each and every student back. As with every new school year, there is great excitement and expectations on the upcoming year both . . . read more
