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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

by Brian Rottinghaus | July 18, 2008

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

by SueAnn Wanklyn | May 20, 2008

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

by SueAnn Wanklyn | October 5, 2007

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!

by SueAnn Wanklyn & Ann Shaughnessy | June 12, 2008

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

by Cindy Kaster | June 6, 2008

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

| June 6, 2008

Axtell 2nd Semester Honor Roll     Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshman Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent   Erin Koch . . . read more

Axtell 4th Qtr Honor Roll

| June 6, 2008

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!

by Louis Vieselmeyer | June 6, 2008

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

by SueAnn Wanklyn | May 21, 2008

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

by Loren Hulsing | May 20, 2008

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

by Patrick Graham | May 20, 2008

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

by SueAnn Wanklyn | May 20, 2008

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

by Axtell 7th Grade | June 6, 2008

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

by Chelsie Duryea | May 20, 2008

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

by Patrick Graham | May 20, 2008

    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

by Patrick Graham | May 20, 2008

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"

by Web Design Class | April 28, 2008

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

| April 28, 2008

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!!

by Chelsie Duryea | April 7, 2008

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

by Jason Ronnebaum | April 7, 2008

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

by Loren Hulsing | March 24, 2008

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

by Chelsie Duryea | February 29, 2008

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!

by SueAnn Wanklyn | February 28, 2008

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

| February 14, 2008

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!!!

by Adam Ronnebaum | February 14, 2008

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

by McKenna Jones | February 14, 2008

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

| January 18, 2008

2nd Quarter Honor Roll  High School Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshman Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent Superintendent   . . . read more

AHS Christmas Concert

by Chelsie Duryea | January 17, 2008

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

by Loren Hulsing | January 17, 2008

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

by Kristin Strathman | November 16, 2007

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!!

by Adam Ronnebaum | November 16, 2007

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

by Chelsie Duryea | November 15, 2007

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!

| October 30, 2007

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

by Loren Hulsing | October 3, 2007

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!

by SueAnn Wanklyn | August 31, 2007

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

by Kelsea Heinen | August 28, 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

by Patrick Graham | August 24, 2007

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

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