South Gray Schools

The Book Fair is coming to Montezuma!!
The fair will be set up in the Montezuma School Library from Monday, March 2-Friday, March 6th.
The hours on Monday will be from 5:45 PM-7:00 PM because the Girls basketball team will be playing here that evening at 6:00 PM.
Tuesday-Friday, the hours will be from 3:45 PM-6:00 PM.
The sales from the fair will be split between the MES teachers to use on books for their classrooms! We are excited to get books into the hands of our students!

Rebel Pep Band Info for Saturday February 28!

Congratulations to the South Gray High School Band today on their Superior Ratings! SGHS Band: I, I, I- Paityn Klaker, Bassoon Solo: I Great job to the students! 🎶⚔️🎶

HSBB: Saturday 2/28/26 Boys Sub-State Semi final
South Gray vs Kiowa County @ South Gray 2:00pm
The game will be streamed on KCMC

HSBB: Monday 3/2/26 Girls Sub-State Semi final
South Gray vs Meade or Kinsley @ South Gray 6:00pm

The brackets are below.

For those who need a heads up... here are some upcoming menu changes for Montezuma Schools:
2/26
Breakfast - Mini Donuts
2/27
Lunch - Pepperoni Pizza, Cooked Baby Carrots, Breadstick w/ Marinara Sauce
3/5
Breakfast - Pancake on a Stick
Lunch - Cowboy Cavatini, Seasoned Corn, Fresh Fruit
3/6
Cheese Pizza, Breadstick w/ Marinara Sauce, Fresh Baby Carrots

Picture Day at Monte & Copeland TOMORROW! (2/25/26)
Your child should have brought home information on how to order, but if not, you can always order online at strawbridge.net.
Montezuma Codes:
Class Picture - FM473174
Individual Picture - FM473173
Copeland Codes:
Class Picture - FM473176
Individual Picture - FM473175
Call your respective school office with any questions!

Montezuma Elementary Parents!
We are looking for volunteers to read a book to the students at 8:00am each day during Read Across America Week - March 2nd - 6th. The book for each day has already been selected as it will follow a theme. If you are interested in reading to the MES students, please reach out to Ms. Neufeld: maggie@usd371.org or 620-846-2283.

HSBB: Monday 2/23/26 1st Round Sub-State Tourney (boys)
SGHS vs Macksville @ SGHS. 6:00pm
There will be an admission charge to get into the game
Student (K-12) $6.00, Adults $8.00
The game will not be streamed due to it being a playoff game.

Copeland Elementary school third graders put on an amazing wax museum representing Greek and Roman gods/goddesses on Friday! Community members and students came through to learn facts about the figures represented in Greek Mythology. Great job to the third graders and their teacher, Ms. Arnold!

Congratulations to Rebecca Froese on receiving a I rating at State Piano Festival today! Rebel Proud! ⚔️ 🎹 ⚔️

South Gray Junior High Scholars Bowl traveled to Meade for their first meet of the season Thursday 2/19. The Varsity team won 7 rounds and lost 3 earning them 2nd Place out of 11 teams. The JV won 2 rounds and lost 9. Way to go Rebels! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

The HS basketball games tomorrow night vs Spearville
is sponsored by: GREAT PLAINS FEDERAL CERDIT UNION

HSBB: Friday 2/20/26 vs Spearville @ SGHS
4:00 1/2 JVG
4:45 JVB
6:00 C-Boys (old gym)
6:30 VG
Senior recognition
8:00 VB
The Senior recognition will take place after the Varsity Girls game Approx. 7:30

HSBB: Monday 2/23 Boys Sub-state quarter finals @ SGHS vs Macksville
6:00 boys SG vs Macksville @ SGHS

Congratulations to the South Gray High School Choir on an outstanding day at League Music Festival in Bucklin. The following ratings were received: SGHS Choir: I, I, I Ladies Ensemble: II Quartet: I Mixed Ensemble: I Amy Koethler, vocal solo: I Rebecca Froese, vocal solo: I Paityn Klaker, vocal solo: I Paige Klaker, vocal solo: I Gavin Wahl, vocal solo: I Adrianna Erickson, vocal solo: I Joanna Esparza, vocal solo: I Bravo on very musical performances today! Well deserved superior ratings! 🎶💙⚔️

Montezuma Elementary Parents!
We are looking for volunteers to read a book to the students at 8:00am each day during Read Across America Week - March 2nd - 6th. The book for each day has already been selected as it will follow a theme. If you are interested in reading to the MES students, please reach out to Ms. Neufeld: maggie@usd371.org or 620-846-2283.

Copeland USD #476 is hiring!

🛠 Head of Maintenance – Full-Time Position

Copeland USD #476 is seeking a dependable and skilled individual to serve as our Head of Maintenance. This position is responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and operational efficiency of all district facilities and grounds.

Responsibilities include:
✔️ Building and facility maintenance
✔️ Grounds care, including football field upkeep
✔️ Gym setup and cleanup for events
✔️ Keeping the swimming pool operational
✔️ Monitoring HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
✔️ Maintaining district vehicles (excluding major mechanic work)

Qualifications:
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication
• Knowledge of general facilities operations

Position Details:
📅 Start Date: March 23, 2026
💼 Full-Time
💰 Salary: Based on qualifications
🎯 Benefits Include:
– Full single health insurance premium paid
– $20,000 life insurance
– Paid universal leave
– Paid vacation leave

For more information or to request an application, contact:
Jay Zehr, Superintendent
📞 620-253-6068
📧 jay@usd371.org

USD #476 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please share to help us find a great addition to our team!

HSBB: Tuesday 2/17/26 vs Meade @ SGHS
4:00 1/2 JVG
4:45 JVB
6:00 C-Boys (old gym)
6:30 VG
8:00 VB

The game is sponsored by Integrity Bank

Copeland Elementary celebrated 100 Days of school, fun, and learning today! The students participated in many activities today including a "100 Year Old" Fashion Show and story time among other activities in each class! Thanks to the students and staff for 100 great days in our building! ⚔️💙⚔️

GRAY COUNTY SPELLING BEE CHAMPION ABBY LOVE AND RUNNER-UP AVA KOEHN💙⚔️🖤. Congratulations girls! All of our students represented South Gray very well.