USD 430 South Brown County

🌟 The Future of Education is Bright!🌟 This week, a group of rising high school seniors gathered at Emporia State University for the Kansas Future Teacher Academy. Horton High School was proudly represented by **Deanna Roybal**, who spent the week exploring the world of education through sessions focused on leadership, impact, reflection, and innovative teaching practices. Throughout the academy, students gained valuable insights into the profession while connecting with fellow future educators from across Kansas. Participants had the opportunity to learn from outstanding educational leaders, including Dr. Jake Steel, Kansas' incoming education commissioner, and Tabatha Rosproy, the 2020 Kansas and National Teacher of the Year. We are proud of Deanna for representing HHS and investing in a future dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students. The future of education is in good hands! 🍎📚 #FutureEducator #ChargerPride #KansasFutureTeacherAcademy

🪐 ADVENTURE THROUGH THE SOLAR SYSTEM! Summer STEAM Camp Day 3 at Horton Elementary took our young explorers on an exciting journey through the planets!

Today campers became planetary scientists as they created their own paper solar systems, compared the incredible distances between planets, and used their imaginations to design and build their very own unique planets complete with special features . Our astronauts also enjoyed making healthy and delicious rocket fruit kabobs while learning how nutritious foods help fuel explorers for their missions. The highlight of the day was a special visit from a Solar System Ambassador with NASA, who shared fascinating information about our solar system and what it would be like to visit a planet!

Day 3 was filled with creativity, exploration, hands-on learning, and plenty of excitement as our campers continued their mission through space. We can't wait to see what adventures await our astronauts next!

Stay tuned as our Summer STEAM Camp journey continues!

🌙 TO THE MOON! Summer STEAM Camp Day 2 at Horton Elementary was a lunar adventure filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and fun! 🌙

Today our young astronauts explored Earth's closest neighbor—the Moon! Campers engineered and tested their own moon landers, discovered the eight phases of the moon using Oreo cookies, created detailed moon maps, and even made edible moon rocks that were as delicious as they were fun to create. Students also had the opportunity to unleash their creativity during a special art activity with our traveling art teacher.

Day 2 was packed with exploration, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork as we continued our journey through space. Our astronauts are learning that every mission requires curiosity, perseverance, and imagination!

Stay tuned as our Summer STEAM Camp crew continues their exciting adventure through the cosmos!

Horton Elementary School Summer STEAM Camp Day 1!

🚀🌙 BLAST OFF! Summer STEAM Camp Day 1 at Horton Elementary was truly out of this world! 🌙🚀 Our young astronauts launched into an exciting mission packed with discovery, creativity, and teamwork! Today campers created a safe landing to protect their eggstronauts, launched their very own straw rockets, felt how difficult simple tasks can be while wearing gloves of different thickness and materials such as those astronauts may wear, learned about proper nutrition and why it's important for astronauts, and so much more! Day 1 was filled with curiosity, problem-solving, teamwork, and plenty of fun. We can't wait to see where our Summer STEAM Camp astronauts travel next! Stay tuned for more adventures as we continue our journey through the cosmos this week!

Reminder: Summer weights starts tomorrow at 6:00am. All groups will start at 6:00am.

📚☀️ Looking for great opportunities this week and all summer long? Be sure to check out the programs and activities offered by the Horton Public Library! From summer reading challenges to special events and activities for all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Stop by the library, discover a new book, participate in an activity, and make the most of your summer!

#HortonLibrary #SummerReading

**State Track & Field Finals Recap** Our Chargers represented South Brown County with pride at the State Track & Field Championships! 🔹 Kara finished 10th place in Shot Put 🔹 Ben placed 15th in Discus & Shot Put 🔹 Austin earned a State Medal with a 4th-place finish in Shot Put & 9th in Discus. Congratulations to Kara, Ben, and Austin on an outstanding season and for representing the Chargers on the state's biggest stage. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have made our school and community proud! 💙 #ChargerPride #StateTrack #GoChargers

Our Summer STEAM Camp launches Monday at Horton Elementary School for students K-4 who pre-registered! Students must have pre-registered to attend. Drop-off: 8:00am Pick-up: 3:00pm in front of the school Please remember to bring a water bottle with your students name on it. We can’t wait for an out of this world week of learning, building, and exploring together! 🚀

Summer basketball for incoming 3rd/4th grade boys and incoming 5th/6th grade boys will begin Sunday, June 7th! Workouts will continue every Sunday throughout the summer, excluding July 4th weekend. 🏀 3rd/4th Grade Boys: 4:00–4:45 PM 🏀 5th/6th Grade Boys: 5:00–6:00 PM Contact Coach Losey with questions - loseyd@usd430.org #ChargeIntoSummer #SummerGrind

Summer schedule -- 💪 Middle School Football will start workouts Monday, June 8th at 6:30am @ HHS. Contact Coach Losey with any questions - loseyd@usd430.org #ChargeIntoSummer #ChargerGrind

HHS Team Volleyball Camp, June 15th-17th, open to all girls entering grades 9-12 for the 2026-2027 school year. https://forms.gle/hx2GfMeurE2QUUZH6

Congratulations to Curtis Hammersmith! After day 2, Curtis finished T34. Shooting 88 on day 1, and 89 on day 2!

Great season, Curtis!

FREE SUMMER LUNCHES WILL START AT THE LIBRARY JUNE 8TH! WILL SERVE FROM NOON TO 1PM. QUESTIONS OR IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER TO ASSIST. (785) 486-3326

Congrats to Maria Mendez on being selected All NEK League 2nd Team in softball!

It's STATE TRACK ⏱️!

Send our student-athletes off on Friday morning.

Go Chargers!

State Track Info:

With the changes to Crossland (formerly Cessna) Stadium at Wichita State, below are a few changes:

· Wichita.edu/state is a great resource for many items

· WSU has a clear bag policy for fans. The clear bag policy does not apply to athletes. Athlete bags/ backpacks will be searched before entry

· No outside food and beverage are allowed in the stadium

· Exception: One unopened 20 ounce bottle of water per person

· Team coolers through the team (northeast) entrance only

· Metal detectors will be used at all entries

· Fans are encouraged to bring as few things as possible to expedite ingress

· Fan lawn chairs will be permitted in the throws area only. Fans may bring lawn chairs if they wish and they must be carried in. Wagons will not be permitted into the event.

· Team van and SUV parking are now located southwest of Koch Arena

· Team busses park where they have the last several years north of the stadium

· The parking lot directly west of Koch Arena is ADA and paid parking ($10 cash or card)

· WSU will have several golf carts shuttling fans from the parking lots to the stadium as they have in the last several years

· WSU will have more food and vendors for sale than ever before on campus and in the stadium including more athlete friendly items that sold out quickly last year

· Your team can preorder food from WSU for quick pick up: https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/Track/PDF/BulkOrderMenu.pdf?475

🏌️‍♂️Update from State Golf!⛳️ Curtis tied for 32nd, shooting an 88, +16 and earning his way to day 2! He will tee off at 10am tomorrow! https://prep.golf/tournaments/live/2032/lite/individual?round=2