Check out the latest stories from our talented student journalists! This issue features:
🌟 State FFA Highlights
⏳ The Final Countdown
🏃 Track & Field Update
🤝 The Importance of Volunteering
There’s something for everyone—don’t miss out! Grab a copy or read along to stay up to date with all things CHS.
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It’s that time of year—please start checking around and turning in any school library books! Take a look in backpacks, lockers, bedrooms, and even under the car seats 👀
Getting books returned now helps us stay organized and ensures everything is ready for next year.
Thank you for helping keep our library running smoothly! 🙌
All current and incoming high school football players (2026–2027 school year) and their parents are invited to attend an important meeting:
📅 Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:45 PM
📍 Location: High School Library
👥 Who: 9th–12th Grade (2026–2027 school year)
We’ll be covering:
• Summer workouts 💪
• Team summer activities ☀️
• Important information for the upcoming season 🏈
This is a great opportunity to get prepared, ask questions, and make sure everyone is ready for a successful season ahead. We hope to see you there!
We’re excited to celebrate the incredible teachers and staff who make a difference in our school every single day!
The Student Council and PTO are teaming up to bring a fun and meaningful week full of appreciation, surprises, and gratitude. 💛🖤
Join us in thanking our dedicated educators for their hard work, passion, and commitment to our students. Whether it’s a kind note, a small gesture, or a simple “thank you,” it all makes a big impact!
Let’s make it a great week for those who give so much! 👏
Our Lost & Found is FULL of items that are ready to go back home! Be sure to check it out during the upcoming concerts on:
📅 Thursday, April 30
📅 Monday, May 4
From hoodies to water bottles (and maybe a few mystery items 👀), you never know what you might find!
👉 Swing by before or after the concert and claim what’s yours! 🧡🖤
That being said, this group showed up, worked hard, and represented our chapter with pride:
• Allison Leber - 9th place out of 111 contestants in Poultry
• Katelyn Tieszen - 45th place out of 150 students in Agronomy
• Josh Popkes Jr. - 108th place out of 159 contestants in Natural Resources
• Robby Knochenmus - 140th place out of 159 contestants in Natural Resources
These results only tell part of the story. Each of these students put in countless hours of preparation, dedication, and perseverance to earn the opportunity to compete at the state level.
We are proud of these students not just for how they placed, but for the effort, growth, and sportsmanship they demonstrated throughout the entire process.
📰 The Latest CHS Press is Here! 📰
Check out the newest issue of the CHS Press—packed with stories worth the read! 👇
✨ FBLA attends State Convention
🎓 Senior Spotlight
🏈 Miller commits to DSU
🛠️ SkillsUSA competes
🏃♂️ Track & Field Tradition
💃 Prom Recap
Don’t miss out on celebrating the accomplishments and memories happening around CHS. Take a few minutes to read and stay connected! 📖
🏀 Boys Basketball Parent/Player Meeting 🏀
Mark your calendars! Join us for the upcoming boys basketball parent/player meeting. All players 8th-12th (Fall 2026).
📅 April 27
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 The Barn
This meeting is important for all players and parents to go over expectations and summer plans. We hope to see everyone there!
Join us for a Girl Scout event from 6:00–7:00 PM! Whether you're already a Girl Scout or just curious about what it's all about, this is a great chance to meet new friends, try something new, and learn more about the adventures Girl Scouts has to offer.
Come check it out—we’d love to see you there! 🌟
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8th grade:
Trinity Small - Superior in Humorous
Kynlee Kennedy - Superior in Poetry
Colbie Eichmann - Excellent Plus in Non-Original Oratory
7th grade:
Milly Sarmiento-Lagunes Superior Plus in Serious
Anna Haag-Superior in Non-Original Oratory
Clara Bertelson-Superior Plus in Humorous
Ilyli Wahlmeier-Superior Plus in Non-Original Oratory
Matthew Weber-Superior Plus in Poetry
Clara and Milly- Superior Plus in DUET
These students represented Canistota very well, and we are proud of all their hard work this season!
This edition features:
✨ Senior Spotlight
🌟 Middle School Student of the Month
⛳ CHS Golf updates
📝 Helpful testing tips to finish the year strong
There’s something for everyone—don’t miss out! Check it out today and stay connected with all things CHS. 🖤💛
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✨Prom 2026✨
The *Prom Schedule* is set and we are ready for an unforgettable night! 💃🕺
Here’s what today looks like:
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
📸 Pictures:
5:45 p.m. Freshman
6:00 p.m. Sophomores
6:15 p.m. Juniors
6:30 p.m. Seniors
🕒 Grand March: 7:30 p.m.
We can’t wait to see everyone looking their best!
This edition is packed with great reads, including:
✨ Senior Spotlight
⚾ MLB is underway
🎉 Prom Schedule
👏 Paraprofessional Appreciation
🎶 The Power of Music
🐰 Easter Traditions
Don’t miss out—take a few minutes to see what our students have been working on!
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Stock your freezer and support a great cause at the same time! 💪🧡
Because of an incredibly generous donor, the Canistota Hawks Volleyball Program is hosting a Beef Raffle Fundraiser, and YOU could be one of FOUR lucky winners!
🎟️ $25 per ticket
🥩 Win ¼ of beef — perfect for grilling this summer and pot roasts this fall!
🔥 Only 300 tickets will be sold — don’t wait!
📅 Winners drawn May 4th, 2026
(The winner does not need to be present to win and will be contacted via phone and email for beef pickup instructions.)
Grab your ticket from any Canistota Hawks player or coach and get ready to fire up the grill all summer long! 🍔
Check out what our students have been working on:
✨ A look at ALA Girls State
💼 All State Bank Success
🤼 Wrestling season comes to a close
☀️ Students taking advantage of the beautiful weather
🧠 Quiz Bowl highlights
There’s something for everyone—be sure to take a look and support our student journalists! 🖤💛
Canistota Athletic Enhancement Summer Workout Program – Registration Now Open!
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3V-S1rR97lDMiByMGn8LE10d5tXMPf60tUlCrBAGKo-RvqQ/viewform
Returning for its second summer is the Canistota Athletic Enhancement Summer Workout Program! This dynamic program is designed for middle and high school students (grades 6–12) and focuses on building well-rounded athletes through strength, speed, agility, and mobility training.
Program Details:
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
High School (9–12): 7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Middle School (6–8): 8:45 AM – 10:00 AM
Duration: June 1st – July 31st, 2026
Moratorium: July 1st – July 7th, 2026 (No sessions)
Cost: $150 for the full program
· Sibling Discount=$20 off per sibling
o 1st child-$150
o 2nd child-$130
o 3rd child-$110
o Etc.
Location: Canistota High School Gymnasium (“The Barn”) and weight room
Each session will begin with a dynamic warm-up (including jump rope and stretching), followed by weight training and targeted work in agility, plyometrics, core strength, and mobility. Emphasis will be placed on proper form and technique to build strength safely and prevent injury. As coaches, we continue to grow, learn, and stay up-to-date with best practices in all areas of speed, plyometric, and strength conditioning.
Whether you're working to improve speed, vertical jump, strength, or overall athletic performance, this program is designed to help you reach your goals.
What’s Included:
Test-In: Baseline fitness testing on the first day
Test-Out: Final testing to measure progress at the end of the program
T-Shirt: Awarded upon completion
Schedule Breakdown:
First Session: Monday, June 1st, 2026
Consecutive Sessions: Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Moratorium (No Training): July 1st – July 7th, 2026
Last Session: Friday, July 31st, 2026
Program Leadership:
Led by Shanna Koenig-Campbell (Head Volleyball Coach and Assistant Track Coach): over 14 years of coaching experience in multiple facets, including 5 years of experience running summer athletic programs, alongside Coach Schumacher (Head girls basketball coach) and Coach M. Decker ( Head Cross-Country and Track Coach).
Why Participate?
This program is a great opportunity for athletes to elevate their performance heading into the upcoming sports seasons. With structured training, knowledgeable coaching, and a positive team environment, athletes will build confidence and improve overall fitness.
Fee covers:
Coach compensation
Participant T-shirt
Equipment purchases
Space is limited (ideal group size: 20–30 athletes).
Payment & Requirements:
Payment: Cash or check (due by the first day)
Make checks payable to Canistota School District
Liability Waiver Required:
Sent via email after registration
Must be signed and brought on the first day.
Deadline to Sign Up: Friday, May 29th, 2026
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3V-S1rR97lDMiByMGn8LE10d5tXMPf60tUlCrBAGKo-RvqQ/viewform
✨ Join Our Team at the Canistota School District! ✨
We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to make a difference in the lives of our students every day! 💙
📢 Current Openings Include:
• Special Education Teachers
• Vocal Teacher
• Kindergarten Teacher
• Library/Paraprofessional
• Coaching Opportunities
🍎 Why Join Us?
✔ Small school, big impact
✔ Meaningful work every day
✔ Great students and community
📞 Interested or have questions? Call us at 605-296-3458
📩 Or apply today to start your journey with us!
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Canistota Summer Intensive Volleyball Skills Sessions
***For students entering 3rd-8th grade in the Fall of 26-27.
Location: Canistota High School – New Gym
Cost: $75 per athlete
3rd-5th Grade Registration Deadline: June 2nd, 2026
6th-8th Grade Registration Deadline: July 6th, 2026
Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfns2uloImoge_e27P4Re_ek4UKbD1kq-OR1mk-rfJT2NT55g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110232046880890385028
3rd–5th Grade Session
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
Dates:
Tuesday, June 9
Tuesday, June 16
Tuesday, June 23
Tuesday, June 30
Focus:
Serving, passing, setting, and hitting fundamentals while building coordination through fun competitive games and learning the basic rules of volleyball.
6th–8th Grade Session
Cost: $75.00/ Athlete
Time: 1:00–3:00 PM
Dates:
Thursday, July 9
Thursday, July 16
Thursday, July 23
Thursday, July 30
Focus:
Technique refinement in overhead serving, passing, attacking, setting, serve receive, and introduction to offensive and defensive systems.
Camp Directors:
Coach Shanna Koenig-Campbell
Coach Hanna Reiff
Canistota High School Volleyball Players
Skills Covered:
Serving
Passing / Serve Receive
Setting Fundamentals
Attacking & Approach Footwork
Defensive Positioning
Volleyball Movement & Court Awareness
Team Communication
Athletes Will Gain:
Strong volleyball fundamentals
Improved understanding of the game
Preparation for the upcoming fall season
Team focus and mentality
This camp is for volleyball players who will be in 3rd-8th grade this coming fall (25). Volleyball players will engage in a series of drills to reinforce proper fundamental development in serving, passing, setting, and attacking.
Items to bring:
1. A water bottle
2. Knee pads (if you have them)
3. Proper tennis shoes free of any rocks and dirt/mud.
Parents: Please have arrangements made to pick up your player(s) promptly at the session's end time each session of 3:00PM.
Please email shanna.koenig-campbell@k12.sd.us with any questions.
Check out all the great stories our students have been working on, including:
✨ Senior Spotlight
🌟 Middle School Student of the Month
🎭 Hidden Talents
🔬 Gas Laws
🌷 Spring Activities
🦅 Hawk Updates
There’s something for everyone—be sure to take a look and support our student journalists! 👏
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