Exploring the future!
Today, the 8th graders, along with Mrs. Lacy and Mrs. Robbins, took a field trip to Chadron State College! From a scavenger hunt in the Mari Sandoz Center to a full campus tour—and wrapping it all up with a delicious lunch—our students had a great time learning, exploring, and dreaming big!
📸 Track Picture Day – Wednesday, May 7! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Track photos for both Junior High and Varsity will be taken this Wednesday.
📄 Order forms with photo proofs will be sent home with students by Monday, May 12.
🗓️ All order forms must be returned by Monday, May 19.
🔔 Reminder to check those backpacks and don’t forget to ask your teenagers! 😄
Congratulations to senior Jesus Ivan Cuellar Pallares. One of his favorite memories from high school is being on Zoom during COVID because it was fun and everyone acted a little silly. His favorite class is weights because he wants to get stronger. Jesus says his role model is his brother, who has always been there for him and helped him while growing up. He says he couldn’t live without his truck, and if he could move anywhere, he would move to Texas so he could work on building it. His advice to younger students is to turn in all your assignments on time so you don’t fall behind. When asked about the most creative excuse he gave for missing homework, he said, “The homework ate my dog.” To show what he’s achieved in high school, Jesus points to his strength, his determination, and the fact that he made it through. He says the hardest part of senior year has been staying focused. After high school, Jesus plans to go to college and work toward earning a good income.
Due to the weather forecast for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, we have decided to move the Morrill JH Track Invite to Thursday, May 8.
WNCC is now offering driver's education classes in Sidney.
Come join us tonight to celebrate all of our Students & Athletes on their accomplishments this year!
Awards night starts at 6:00PM in the MHS Gym. Please enter through the Safe Room doors!
We can't wait to see you all.
🎓 Congratulations, Kimberly Ruperto-Butanda! 🎓
We are so proud of Kimberly as she celebrates her high school graduation! Some of her favorite memories include attending Career Day at Eastern Wyoming College, where she discovered her passion for cosmetology. Kimberly’s love for art allowed her to express her imagination while listening to her favorite music.
Inspired by her biggest role model — her mom — Kimberly is ready to take on the future. Her advice to underclassmen is to cherish every moment and not worry about what others think, because nobody is perfect.
After high school, Kimberly plans to continue balancing her responsibilities and working toward her goals, with dreams of one day returning to her hometown of Phoenix, Arizona. We can't wait to see all the amazing things you will accomplish, Kimberly! 🌟
Friday May 2nd our 8th Grade class will be traveling to Chadron State College for a campus visit.
Students need to arrive at the High School by 7:40AM. There will be a breakfast provided and lunch will also be provided. If the students would like extra drinks or snacks they should bring some spending money for that.
Students and Chaperones will return to the high school somewhere between 2:30-3:00PM
🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨
Yearbook pre-orders are due TOMORROW – don’t miss your chance to save! 🎉
📘 Soft Cover: $26
📗 Hard Cover: $34
✅ Bring payment to Mrs. Lacy by April 30
📝 Checks made out to Minatare Yearbook
📦 Books arrive in August!
⏰ Starting May 1: Online orders only, with higher prices + shipping.
🎓 Congratulations, Jay Peterson! 🎓
We are proud to celebrate Jay as he finishes his journey through high school! Some of Jay’s favorite memories include playing football and building strong connections with his teammates. His favorite class was college math, which helped prepare him for his future.
Jay’s advice for underclassmen is simple and powerful: “Do your work on time, and that’s all you need to get through high school.” His accomplishments are impressive — he is Valedictorian, earned a football letter as a freshman, and was selected for the National Honor Society his junior year.
After graduation, Jay plans to major in Diesel Technologies and open his own business.
Congratulations, Jay! We are excited to see everything you will achieve! 🌟
✨ Reminder: Prom Picture Orders are due to Mrs. Lacy by May 1! ✨ If you've already paid for your images, they were sent out on Wednesday, April 23, to the email you provided. Thank you for supporting Minatare Yearbook! 📸🎓
📸 Archery picture forms were handed out to students on Friday, April 25! 🎯 All orders are due to Mrs. Lacy by Monday, May 12. Don’t forget to get yours in!
Did you miss ordering your student's sports/activity pictures? 📸
Final deadline: May 15
✅ $5 per image
✅ Group and individual photos available
Email minatare.yearbook@minatareschools.org for more information or to request a paper order form. Order now before it’s too late!
The school year is winding down, but there are still a few more activities and sports with group and individual pictures being taken by the yearbook staff! 📸
Make sure to bring your uniforms or proper attire for the photos.
We hope that you all can come out & join us Thursday, May 1st to Celebrate all of the amazingly smart & talented Students & Athletes at our Academic/Athletic Awards Night starting at 6:00PM in the MHS Gym.
🚨 It’s the FINAL countdown! 🚨
Wednesday April 30 to grab your yearbook at pre-order pricing! 🎉
📘 Soft Cover: $26
📗 Hard Cover: $34
✅ Bring your payment to Mrs. Lacy by April 30
📝 Checks payable to Minatare Yearbook
📦 Yearbooks arrive in August!
⏰ After April 30 = online orders ONLY, price increase + shipping fees.
📣 Meet Your 2025-2026 Minatare FFA Officer Team! 🌾💙💛
We’re proud to introduce the team of leaders ready to represent Minatare FFA with passion, pride, and purpose this year!
⭐ President: Calvin Douglass
⭐ Vice President: Bayleigh Lacy
⭐ Secretary: Aaron Neumann
⭐ Treasurer: Saydee Peterson
⭐ Sentinel: Tripton Stec
This outstanding group is ready to grow leaders, build communities, and strengthen agriculture. Let’s give them a warm welcome and get excited for an incredible FFA year ahead! 🙌🌽🐄
#MinatareFFA #FFA2025 #BlueAndGold #LivingToServe #FutureLeaders
-Class of 2025 Senior Highlight-
Angelique’s high school years were shaped by her love for sports, creativity, and strong faith. Some of her favorite memories come from playing volleyball, where she earned an All-Conference First Team medal. She also did cheerleading and was named a two-time All-American. One of her favorite classes was painting, where she got to show her artistic side.
Angelique says her biggest role model is Jesus Christ, and her family is the most important thing in her life. Her advice for younger students is, “Don’t take it as rejection—see it as redirection.” She’s known for always getting her homework done and staying on the honor roll all four years.
If she could live anywhere, Angelique would choose Italy because of its peaceful and beautiful scenery. She says the hardest part of senior year has been deciding who she wants to be. But with plans to go to UNK, she’s excited for the future and ready to keep growing.
🌟 Pre-order Your Yearbook Now and Save! 🌟
Parents and students, it’s time to secure your copy of the yearbook at a special pre-order price! Don’t miss out on this chance to save and get your hands on the memories of the year. 📚💫
🔹 Pricing:
Soft Cover: $26
Hard Cover: $34
🔹 How to Order:
1) Decide if you want a soft cover or hard cover yearbook
2) Bring your payment to Mrs. Lacy
3) You’re all set!
🗓 Deadline: Pre-orders end on April 30th. Make sure to order before it’s too late!
Yearbooks will be distributed in August. 📅
Save the Dates:
FREE sports physicals .
Students must be accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian.
