Please support Kasey and his efforts to raise money for the new community theater. He will be in front of IGA from 9:30-3:30 pm and the theater location from 5:30-7:00 pm or until bake sale items are gone on November 22.
Tomorrow's MS GBB vs. Bennett County will be a HOME game, starting @ 4:30pm
VMS students will be checking in their Chromebooks on Tuesday, November 25th. This will give staff an opportunity to make sure all Chromebooks are in good, working condition. Chromebooks will be returned to students after Thanksgiving Break on Monday, December 1st. Students will check their Chromebooks in before Christmas Break as well.
Need a gift idea for your dad/hubby? This is the ticket! It's one of those fabulous Columbia shirt jackets. This price is a steal. Grab yours today!
VMS Announcement 11/19/2025
Valentine High School One Act team performed their play, "The Visitors" by Del Martin on Thursday, November 13th at the Cozad One Act Festival and again Saturday, November 15th in Ainsworth. At Cozad the team performed amid 13 other teams and was rated Superior with six actors receiving Outstanding Actor awards: Camilla Brown, Sari Ladeaux, Praise Maunu, Josie Shaul, and Hope Woodraska.
The Ainsworth One Act Festival was a dual between Valentine and Ainsworth, with the Badgers claiming victory. Not only did the VHS team win first place, again being awarded a Superior rating, but they also won first place in the Technical category. The crew were also rated Superior. Six actors were honored with Outstanding Actor certificates: Camilla Brown, Sari Ladeaux, Praise Maunu, Lilybet Rolfe, Josie Shaul, and Hope Woodraska. Finally, Josie Shaul - playing big sister Karen Noonan - received one of two NSAA sanctioned Overall Outstanding Actor medals!
Way to go Badgers! Coaches Shelly Parks and Bev Brown are very proud of this team.
The team's next competition is Tuesday the 18th in Gothenburg. The public performance in Valentine will be Monday, December 1st at 7:00 PM.
The Ainsworth One Act Festival was a dual between Valentine and Ainsworth, with the Badgers claiming victory. Not only did the VHS team win first place, again being awarded a Superior rating, but they also won first place in the Technical category. The crew were also rated Superior. Six actors were honored with Outstanding Actor certificates: Camilla Brown, Sari Ladeaux, Praise Maunu, Lilybet Rolfe, Josie Shaul, and Hope Woodraska. Finally, Josie Shaul - playing big sister Karen Noonan - received one of two NSAA sanctioned Overall Outstanding Actor medals!
Way to go Badgers! Coaches Shelly Parks and Bev Brown are very proud of this team.
The team's next competition is Tuesday the 18th in Gothenburg. The public performance in Valentine will be Monday, December 1st at 7:00 PM.
Date: Nov. 18th, 2025
Lunch for today is: Cheeseburger Mac Skillet, Breaded Fish Sandwich, Italian Turkey Sub, Uncrustable/Cheese, Crispy Chicken Sandwich Basket
Happy Birthday to the following students this week:
Happy Birthday to the following staff members this week: Mrs. Cardinal (20th)
One Act @ Gothenburg at 5:30PM on Tuesday. Students will be dismissed at 10:15AM.
An Intro to Life setup on Tuesday.
Attention all sophomores: On Wednesday, 11/19/25, you will be participating in the "An Intro To Life" event at the Cherry County Fairgrounds with sophomores from five surrounding schools and business people from all our communities. You will meet in the commons after first hour is over and walk to the fairgrounds, so please dress accordingly (coat, hat, etc.). Please wear your Badger gear for the day. We will feed you lunch (pizza). You will return for your 9th period class.
FFA Officer Meeting @ Nollette’s Room at 7:00AM on Thursday.
CNA Students to North Platte on Thursday. Van will depart at 7:30AM.
Group State Wrestling Ticket orders are now being taken at the high school office. Girls State Wrestling will be held February 17th and 18th. Ticket price for the 2 day girls tournament is $30 per person. Boys State Wrestling will be held February 19-21. Ticket price for the boys 3 day tournament is $40 per person. (Boys individual sessions can be purchased for $10/ea.) Payment is due at the time the order is placed. Please have ticket orders into the high school office no later than December 5th, 2025.
Anyone who is interested in participating in Quiz Bowl this year, there is a sign up outside Mrs. Adams door. We will have a short organizational meeting after Thanksgiving break so pay attention to the announcements.
Lunch for today is: Cheeseburger Mac Skillet, Breaded Fish Sandwich, Italian Turkey Sub, Uncrustable/Cheese, Crispy Chicken Sandwich Basket
Happy Birthday to the following students this week:
Happy Birthday to the following staff members this week: Mrs. Cardinal (20th)
One Act @ Gothenburg at 5:30PM on Tuesday. Students will be dismissed at 10:15AM.
An Intro to Life setup on Tuesday.
Attention all sophomores: On Wednesday, 11/19/25, you will be participating in the "An Intro To Life" event at the Cherry County Fairgrounds with sophomores from five surrounding schools and business people from all our communities. You will meet in the commons after first hour is over and walk to the fairgrounds, so please dress accordingly (coat, hat, etc.). Please wear your Badger gear for the day. We will feed you lunch (pizza). You will return for your 9th period class.
FFA Officer Meeting @ Nollette’s Room at 7:00AM on Thursday.
CNA Students to North Platte on Thursday. Van will depart at 7:30AM.
Group State Wrestling Ticket orders are now being taken at the high school office. Girls State Wrestling will be held February 17th and 18th. Ticket price for the 2 day girls tournament is $30 per person. Boys State Wrestling will be held February 19-21. Ticket price for the boys 3 day tournament is $40 per person. (Boys individual sessions can be purchased for $10/ea.) Payment is due at the time the order is placed. Please have ticket orders into the high school office no later than December 5th, 2025.
Anyone who is interested in participating in Quiz Bowl this year, there is a sign up outside Mrs. Adams door. We will have a short organizational meeting after Thanksgiving break so pay attention to the announcements.
Day 2 of Cyber Week Sale for The Badger Den. Grab this jacket while you can...it's super sharp!
VMS Announcements 11/18/2025
Get your basketball t-shirts for both boys and girls teams! Order forms can be turned into the office or Mr. Bish by 11/25.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • School Day #63
STUDENTS:
Lunch: Cheeseburger Mac Skillet,Breaded Fish Sandwich, Italian Turkey Sub, Uncrustable/Cheese & Cracker Platter, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk or Juice.
Weekend Pantry - All are welcome to donate to it and also take anything you may need, no questions asked. Please be considerate and responsible when taking any items.
School Supply & Toiletries Drive - Items needed are notebooks, pens & pencils, erasers, crayons & markers, rulers, binders, folders, calculators, glue sticks, scissors and toiletries. These donations will be put together and given to the elementary school next year.
Baby Item Drive - items that can be donated include formula, toys, blankets, pacifiers, diapers, wipes, burp cloths, teethers, bottles. These items will be donated to the Cherry County Hospital for families that need extra support.
STUDENTS:
Lunch: Cheeseburger Mac Skillet,Breaded Fish Sandwich, Italian Turkey Sub, Uncrustable/Cheese & Cracker Platter, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk or Juice.
Weekend Pantry - All are welcome to donate to it and also take anything you may need, no questions asked. Please be considerate and responsible when taking any items.
School Supply & Toiletries Drive - Items needed are notebooks, pens & pencils, erasers, crayons & markers, rulers, binders, folders, calculators, glue sticks, scissors and toiletries. These donations will be put together and given to the elementary school next year.
Baby Item Drive - items that can be donated include formula, toys, blankets, pacifiers, diapers, wipes, burp cloths, teethers, bottles. These items will be donated to the Cherry County Hospital for families that need extra support.
This years Mini Badger Cheer clinic is going to look a bit different. With not a lot of Saturdays in December we are going to hold our cheer clinic on Monday, January 5th! Let us babysit your K-4th grade on that last day of Christmas break! They will perform on Tuesday January 6th! 1/2 time of boys game! Sorry for any inconveniences, but trying to make it work for all the cheerleaders and still be able to host the fun event! Registrations will be available next week! Go Badgers!! 🐾❤️📣
Our All Conference VB Players!
L-R: Mia Sherbeyn, Ashlyn Hutchinson, Danika Janssen
L-R: Mia Sherbeyn, Ashlyn Hutchinson, Danika Janssen
We hope you are ready for a week of sales! Today we have this cute, comfy cardigan! This sale is only good today so act fast! Stay tuned to see more of our cyber week items. Contact Cardinal at 402.322.9064 or shop the Badger Den online to get yours today!
BADGER OF THE WEEK
Mia Sherbeyn, Freshman, Volleyball
Mia's impact on the volleyball team didn't go unnoticed. She helped lead the Badgers to a district final appearance leading the team in Kills, 2nd in Digs and 3rd in Blocks and Aces. She also received 1st Team South Platte Valley all-Conference. Congratulations, Mia!
Mia Sherbeyn, Freshman, Volleyball
Mia's impact on the volleyball team didn't go unnoticed. She helped lead the Badgers to a district final appearance leading the team in Kills, 2nd in Digs and 3rd in Blocks and Aces. She also received 1st Team South Platte Valley all-Conference. Congratulations, Mia!
BADGER SCHOLAR OF THE WEEK
Ashley Mora-Lira, Junior
Ashley is an incredible writer; she makes connections, thinks critically about what we are reading, and composes her thoughts into such articulate, poetic writing. Ashley is also kind, humble, and hard-working. We are proud of you, Ashley!
Ashley Mora-Lira, Junior
Ashley is an incredible writer; she makes connections, thinks critically about what we are reading, and composes her thoughts into such articulate, poetic writing. Ashley is also kind, humble, and hard-working. We are proud of you, Ashley!
When is The Badger Den going to be open this month so I can shop for everyone on my Christmas list? Check out the plan for the rest of November and save the date for Winterfest, 12/6/25!
Congratulations to the following for being selected to the SPVA All Conference VB Team! First Team: Mia Sherbeyn, Second Team: Ashlyn Hutchinson, Honorable Mention: Danika Janssen
VMS Announcements Monday, November 17,2025
● Lunch: Buffalo Chicken Rice, Hot Ham & Cheese Melt, Combo Sub, Steamed Broccoli,
Uncrustable/Cheese & Cracker Platter, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk or Juice.
● FFA students will be gone all day Monday: High School
Community Service Donation Drives:
○ Weekend Pantry - All are welcome to donate to it and also take anything you may need, no
questions asked. Please be considerate and responsible when taking any items.
○ School Supply & Toiletries Drive - Items needed are notebooks, pens & pencils, erasers,
crayons & markers, rulers, binders, folders, calculators, glue sticks, scissors and toiletries.
These donations will be put together and given to the elementary school next year.
○ Baby Item Drive - items that can be donated include formula, toys, blankets, pacifiers,
diapers, wipes, burp cloths, teethers, bottles. These items will be donated to the Cherry
County Hospital for families that need extra support.
● Lunch: Buffalo Chicken Rice, Hot Ham & Cheese Melt, Combo Sub, Steamed Broccoli,
Uncrustable/Cheese & Cracker Platter, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk or Juice.
● FFA students will be gone all day Monday: High School
Community Service Donation Drives:
○ Weekend Pantry - All are welcome to donate to it and also take anything you may need, no
questions asked. Please be considerate and responsible when taking any items.
○ School Supply & Toiletries Drive - Items needed are notebooks, pens & pencils, erasers,
crayons & markers, rulers, binders, folders, calculators, glue sticks, scissors and toiletries.
These donations will be put together and given to the elementary school next year.
○ Baby Item Drive - items that can be donated include formula, toys, blankets, pacifiers,
diapers, wipes, burp cloths, teethers, bottles. These items will be donated to the Cherry
County Hospital for families that need extra support.
Congratulations to Isaac Croninc for signing to North Dakota State University to compete in Track and Field! We are proud of you Isaac!
