Mrs. Artman's graphic design students are working on a unit on vector landscapes, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels. Using Adobe Illustrator, they are creating their own masterpieces! #Celebrate379
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Mrs. Artman's graphic design students work on Adobe Illustrator to make a vector landscape, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels.
Mrs. Artman's graphic design students work on Adobe Illustrator to make a vector landscape, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels.
Mrs. Artman's graphic design students work on Adobe Illustrator to make a vector landscape, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels.
Mrs. Artman's graphic design students work on Adobe Illustrator to make a vector landscape, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels.
Mrs. Artman's graphic design students work on Adobe Illustrator to make a vector landscape, which are illustrations of scenery made from shapes, lines, and curves rather than individual pixels.
The CCCHS Tiger Band traveled to Chapman yesterday and performed twice at the BandTober Fest.

After the first performance, Dr. Anja Pogorelova, our clinician, spent 30 minutes helping the band improve. They discussed musical and physical skills where they can improve. As always, our Tiger Band was very "teachable," took the information well, and executed much of what Dr. Pogorelova suggested.

They then performed at their festival time for four judges: Dr. Pogorelova from Washburn, Sharyn Worcester from KSU, Elizabeth Janssen from Scott City, and Cally Bitterlin from Butler Community College in El Dorado. 

The Tiger Band earned a Superior rating, the highest accolade they can receive at the event. They also recieved an additional award for "Auxiliaries" , which is our featured Twirlers Keely Knepper and Mea Affolter, as well as our Tiger Band Color Guard.

We are very proud of all of the members of the CCCHS Tiger Band. Thank you to Mrs. Rourke and Mr. Eyermann for their unwavering support of the band. #Celebrate379
3 days ago, USD379 Communications
The Tiger Band performs at the Bandtober Fest in Chapman.
The Tiger Band performs at the Bandtober Fest in Chapman.
Superior award for CCCHS at the Bandtober Fest, held on October 28, 2026.
Senior Intern Spotlight #Celebrate379
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CCCHS Senior Intern Spotlight featuring Lily Edwards in teal scrubs at Presbyterian Manor. Lily has worked there for about a year, assisting residents with daily activities and meals while supporting their comfort and safety. She values building relationships and serving others through her care. She plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney to continue her athletic and academic career. Black, orange, and blue graphic with #Celebrate379.
Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning classes are trying something new this year by documenting progress daily. Each student keeps a paper log and records their reps, weight, and progress. They will keep track of each quarter's reps to see visual gains throughout the year. #Celebrate379
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Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning students work out during their daily lift.
A student's daily log is shown.
Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning students work out during their daily lift.
Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning students work out during their daily lift.
Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning students work out during their daily lift.
Mr. Haist's strength and conditioning students work out during their daily lift.
Red Ribbon Week at CCCHS! #Celebrate379
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CCCHS Red Ribbon Week spirit days flyer promoting “Be Kind. Be Brave. Be Drug Free!” Monday: favorite sports attire. Tuesday: wear red. Wednesday: “My future is too bright for drugs”—freshmen wear green, sophomores purple, juniors blue, seniors pink, and teachers orange. Thursday: pajamas for “Dreaming about a drug-free world.” Friday: dress for a past, present, or future career. Footer encourages healthy choices, supporting peers, and building a stronger CCCHS.
Scouten Baker, an advanced art student for Mrs. Artman, is working on a new mural outside Mrs. Blackburn's room at CCCHS. The mural theme is Speech and Debate, and it is getting close to being finished! #Celebrate379
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Scouten Baker, an advanced art student for Mrs. Artman, works on a new mural outside Mrs. Blackburn's room at CCCHS. The mural theme is Speech and Debate.
Mrs. Schooley's CAD I & II classes have been working on oblique 3D figures. They are drafting them by hand and will then transition to using AutoCAD. #Celebrate379
10 days ago, USD379 Communications
Mrs. Schooley's CAD I & II classes work on oblique 3D figures using the CAD program.
Mrs. Schooley's CAD I & II classes work on oblique 3D figures using the CAD program.
CCCHS Senior Intern Spotlight #Celebrate379
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CCCHS Senior Intern Spotlight featuring Kamdyn Easterberg, pictured in a gray hoodie at CC Locker Plant. Kamdyn has worked at Dieck’s for about 18 months, organizing customer orders for pickup and assisting coworkers before school. After graduation, he plans to attend Manhattan Area Technical College and major in Electrical Technology. Black, orange, and blue graphic with #Celebrate379.
Mrs. Artman's Drawing/Painting class got out to enjoy the beautiful weather this week while learning to draw contour lines. #Celebrate379
10 days ago, USD379 Communications
Mrs. Artman's Drawing/Painting class sits outside in the CCCHS commons while continuing to learn to draw contour lines.
Mrs. Artman's Drawing/Painting class sits outside in the CCCHS commons while continuing to learn to draw contour lines.
Mrs. Artman's Drawing/Painting class sits outside in the CCCHS commons while continuing to learn to draw contour lines.
We are hiring paras at CCCHS! #Celebrate379
10 days ago, USD379 Communications
Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative and USD 379 hiring flyer for a paraprofessional at Clay Center Community High School. Duties include supporting instruction and helping students build skills and confidence. Starting hourly pay ranges from $13.80 with a high school diploma to $16.05 with a teaching license, with possible increases for experience. Benefits include insurance, paid leave, and professional development. Apply at usd379.org/jobs. Questions: Erica Bammes, ericabammes@usd379.org or 785-632-3176, ext. 1229.
Yesterday, the CCCHS FBLA went into the community to trick-or-treat for canned goods. Altogether, they collected 466 items in 45 minutes!

Next week, CCCHS will also sponsor a week-long food drive to support the local food pantries. Thanks to everyone who donated to our trick-or-treaters! #Celebrate379
11 days ago, USD379 Communications
CCCHS FBLA members pose with their trick-or-treat for canned goods itmes.
CCCHS FBLA members pose with their trick-or-treat for canned goods itmes.
CCCHS FBLA members pose with their trick-or-treat for canned goods itmes.
CCCHS FBLA members pose with their trick-or-treat for canned goods itmes.
CCCHS FBLA members pose with their trick-or-treat for canned goods itmes.
Mason Chaffee and Sawyer Blackwood have earned NCCER’s Core Credential! The National Center for Construction Education Core Credential is a nationally recognized credential demonstrating foundational construction knowledge and skills. Its Core program prepares learners for entry-level construction work and further training in skilled trades. It's another example of USD 379's Diploma Plus initiative to get students more than just a high school diploma coming out of high school. Congratulations to both! #Celebrate379
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Mason Chaffee and Sawyer Blackwood have earned NCCER’s Core Credential!. They pose with their certificates with teacher Brandon Pfizenmaier.
Senior Intern Spotlight #Celebrate379
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CCCHS Senior Intern Spotlight featuring Noah Gibson, pictured wearing a black C4 shirt. Noah works at The C4, staffing the front desk, helping members check in, cleaning, and giving tours. He enjoys interacting with community members and has worked for Clay Center Parks and Recreation throughout high school. After graduation, he plans to attend Kansas State University and major in architectural engineering. Black, orange, and blue graphic with #Celebrate379.
Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat!

The CCCHS FBLA will be trick-or-treating in the Clay Center community on October 20th from 6:45 PM to 7:30 PM, collecting non-perishable food items for our local food pantry! #Celebrate379
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Halloween-themed CCCHS FBLA flyer featuring a tiger, bats, and pumpkin buckets filled with canned goods. “Trick or Treat so others can eat.” On Tuesday, October 20, from 6:45–7:30 p.m., CCCHS FBLA members will trick-or-treat throughout the Clay Center community, collecting nonperishable food items for the local food pantry.
Senior Intern Spotlight #Celebrate379
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User attachment alt caption this image CCCHS Senior Intern Spotlight featuring Maddie Larson with Jael, both smiling at a table. Maddie has worked for Choices Network for two years, helping Jael practice skills and enjoying activities together, including zoo visits, puzzles, walks, and games. She plans to attend Kansas State University to major in Human Development and Family Sciences on the pre-occupational therapy track. Black, orange, and blue graphic with #Celebrate379. Convert to PDF
Mrs. Affolter finished up her unit on Renaissance scientists with a (very) hands-on activity. Each Earth Science student represented a planet or star, and Mrs. Affolter showed them what scientists thought was happening in our solar system at the time. As you can see, some were moving faster than others! #Celebrate379
18 days ago, USD379 Communications
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
Mrs. Affolter shows her science classes what Renaissance scientists thought the solar system looked like, using students as planets.
CCCHS October BOE Report #Celebrate379
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October Monthly Building Report for Clay Center Community High School from Principal Greg Ferguson. Highlights include freshman reading and math support, Leader in Me academic goals, and October 16 activities: ninth-grade PreACT, tenth-grade time off for completed job shadowing, eleventh-grade financial responsibility lessons, and twelfth-grade FAFSA assistance. Parent-teacher conferences are October 21, 4–8 p.m., and October 22, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Enrollment is 301 students. Orange section headers and a tiger mascot decorate the report.
Page two of the CCCHS October building report. Average daily attendance is 96%, exceeding the 95% school goal. Attendance on October 2, 2026, was 95%, with 15 students absent. Eleven percent of students are forecast to be at risk for chronic absenteeism, down three percentage points from last month. A photo shows senior Scouten Baker painting a mural with theater masks above hallway lockers outside the Drama/Debate classroom.
Back in August, Mrs. Schooley's Cabinetmaking students worked with the Green Community Cafe to create a holder for napkins, menus, salt and pepper shakers, and sugar containers. Today, they gave Mr. Lloyd the final product! This is another real-world experience opportunity for our kids, and a great way to help the community! #Celebrate379
20 days ago, USD379 Communications
Back in August, Mrs. Schooley's Cabinetmaking students worked with the Green Community Cafe to create a holder for napkins, menus, salt and pepper shakers, and sugar containers. Today, they gave Mr. Lloyd the final product!
Back in August, Mrs. Schooley's Cabinetmaking students worked with the Green Community Cafe to create a holder for napkins, menus, salt and pepper shakers, and sugar containers. Today, they gave Mr. Lloyd the final product!
Back in August, Mrs. Schooley's Cabinetmaking students worked with the Green Community Cafe to create a holder for napkins, menus, salt and pepper shakers, and sugar containers. Today, they gave Mr. Lloyd the final product!
Seniors Lucas Hood and Eli Pfizenmaier recently completed the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core course. They will carry this credential into the workforce or into additional schooling after graduation. Congratulations to both! #Celebrate379
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Seniors Lucas Hood and Eli Pfizenmaier recently completed the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core course. They will carry this credential into the workforce or into additional schooling after graduation. Congratulations to both! #Celebrate379
Seniors Lucas Hood and Eli Pfizenmaier recently completed the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core course. They will carry this credential into the workforce or into additional schooling after graduation.
Marching Band season is wrapping up! The last time you can watch this group in action will be Friday, Oct. 23 on Senior Night against Concordia! #Celebrate379
20 days ago, USD379 Communications
Mrs. Thrasher's band students practice their music for their marching band performance.
Mrs. Thrasher's band students practice their music for their marching band performance.
Mrs. Thrasher's band students practice their music for their marching band performance.
Mrs. Thrasher's band students practice their music for their marching band performance.
Mrs. Thrasher's band students practice their music for their marching band performance.