Kids & Connections

e Wellington High School National Honor Society (NHS) hosted its second American Red Cross blood drive of the school year on January 31st, marking its most successful turnout in recent years.

Fort Hays State University has named Maryah Langford, Ratarah Shipley, and Grace Theurer to the Fall 2024 Deans’ Honor Roll in recognition of their academic excellence.

Congratulations to the Washington Elementary

As Kansans celebrated the state’s birthday last week, Eisenhower Ele- mentary School extended the observance into a full Kansas Spirit Week, with themed days and special activities honoring the Sunflower State.

e Wellington Youth Wrestling Club hosted its 2nd annual Crusade rough e Heartland tournament at Wellington High School last Sunday, January 25th. e event brought together 29 regional wrestling teams and 315 youth wrestlers for a day of spirited competition.

e 3rd, 4th and 5th graders at Eisenhower Elementary School recently competed for top honors in the school's Spelling Bee. Music teacher Dallas Roths served as the ocial pronouncer for the event. Superintendent Adam Hateld and School Board members Andrea Kreifels and Jessica Seeliger served as judges.

Washington Elementary marked Kansas Day with a series of engaging activities that combined fun and education.

Wellington High School students in the Business

Last Saturday, the First Christian Church hosted its annual "Prom Shop" event, where 30 delighted young la dies from Wellington and the surrounding area went home with their perfect dresses.

Redline Heats Up