Northern Valley schools is accepting applications for the 2024 – 25 school year for the Preschool and Title positions. We offer a competitive wage and the board will pay up to $450 / month toward a board approved health insurance plan. Please find an application on the school website www.nvhuskies.org or stop by the district office. If you have any questions, please contact Marvin Gebhard (mgebhard@nvhuskies.org), Ken Tharman (ktharman@nvhuskies.org), or call the district office (785) 669-2445.
The Northern Valley National Honor Society will induct six new members on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 7 pm in the high school auditorium. All are welcome to attend and enjoy refreshments after the program.
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KQNK (106.7 FM) will have State BB games aired as well.
You have several choices if unable to make the trip to Great Bend.
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State Basketball Pep Rally in the HS gym, tomorrow, Wednesday, March 6th at 2:30 p.m. Send off will be at 3:00. COMMUNITY WELCOME! Let's pack the gym and show our pride for our NV HUSKIES before they head to Great Bend!
On Thursday, February 29th, the 7th grade Northern Valley team finished our season strong with a first-place win at the Phillipsburg Scholars Bowl Meet. High scorers for the team were Annika McKinney with 140 points, followed by Bryson Wilder with 100 points. Schools that competed in this tournament were Phillipsburg, Norton, Smith Center, Stockton, TMP, Colby, Ellis, and Hoxie.
The 7th grade team from L to R: Rowan Bremer, Tayah Seeders, Bryson Wilder, Cambrie Sproul, Annika McKinney, and Kaylee Miller.
The 8th grade NV team did not place but enjoyed their last tournament as middle schoolers. Griffin McKinney led with 330 points, followed by Haedyn Cox with 40 points. 8th-grade team members from L to R: Andrea Parra Meraz, Rene’ Horacek, Haedyn Cox, Josephine Nech, Griffin McKinney, and Malikiah Hitt. A huge thank you to Mr. John Vincent for helping Mrs. Hueneke sponsor our teams this year.
Hey Husky Fans!!! We get the privilege of getting to attend Sub-State basketball this week at the Colby Event Center. Let's show the facility the greatest respect. We are asking that all of our fans help clean up their area, and keep children seated with adults the entire time (the playground area is closed because of damage). Please let Mrs. Thalheim if you have any questions or need anything over the next few nights at the event center.
This is the last week to ask for donations for our Northern Valley Jump 4 Heart event. All donations are due Thursday, February 29. Contact Mrs. Gebhard at the school with any questions.
On Thursday, February 22nd, the Northern Valley Middle School hosted its 3rd annual Scholars Bowl Meet. 7th & 8th-grade teams from Heartland Christian, Palco, Thunder Ridge, Logan, and Grinnell joined our teams for a fun afternoon of competition.
The final results for the 7th grade were 1st place- Heartland Christian, 2nd place- Northern Valley, and 3rd place-Palco. From L to R the 7th grade NV team members were: Asher VanPatten, Bryson Wilder, Kaylee Miller, Jaden Johns, Rowan Bremer, and Annika McKinney. Annika led her team with 120 points followed by Rowan with 60 points.
In the 8th grade contest, 1st place went to Heartland Christian, 2nd place- Northern Valley, and 3rd place-Thunder Ridge. From L to R the 8th grade NV team members were: Abby Samuelson, Josie Nech, Haedyn Cox, Malikiah Hitt, Lucas Hansen, and Griffin McKinney. Griffin led his team with 200 points, followed by Haedyn Cox with 30 points.
Thank you to all the staff members and students who helped make the day a big success! The extra time and planning you gave to our meet is appreciated more than you know. Congratulations to all the teams!
The Northern Valley FFA AG mechanics team went to Goodland and competed yesterday. The team included Kenton Thalheim, Maverick Rogers, Gavin Thalheim, and Owen Hammond. The team was judged and scored as an individual and as a whole. As a team they placed 3rd in Construction, 7th in Electrical, and 9th in Welding. Individually they placed overall as follows. Kenton placed 13th, Maverick placed 20th, Owen placed 26th, and Gavin placed 33rd. Congratulations to the AG mechanics team!
On Wednesday, February 14th, the Northern Valley Middle School teams competed at TriPlains/Brewster for the WKLL Scholars Bowl.
The 8th grade team dominated with a record of 5-0 in Pool Play and then captured wins for the semi and championship rounds. They took home 1st place for a second year in a row. Top Scorers that day were Griffin McKinney with 270 points for the day and Josie Nech with 80 points. Team Members from L to R: Levi Black, Josie Nech, Rene’ Horacek, Haedyn Cox, Tait Thalheim, and Griffin McKinney.
The 7th grade team had a 3-2 record in Pool Play and then earned 2nd place overall.
Top scorers for this team were Annika McKinney with 140 points and Rowan Bremer with 100 points. Team Members from L to R: Rowan Bremer, Tayah Seeders, Annika McKinney, Cambrie Sproul, Cash Compton, and Colt Rogers.
The students are looking forward to hosting our 3rd annual meet on Thursday, February 22nd in Long Island at 3:00 p.m. Congratulations, Huskies!
Northern Valley senior, Jeremiah Hansen, officially signed to play basketball with Southwestern College yesterday afternoon. Congratulations to Jeremiah!
Northern Valley Schools is accepting applications for Elementary, Middle, and Physical Education teachers. We have several retirees this year and as a result have several openings.
We operate on a four-day school week. We have strong community and parental support in academics and extracurricular activities. Our small class size allows for more one-on-one instruction.
Base pay is $36,000 and the board pays up to $450 / month toward a board-approved health insurance plan.
Please send resumes and/or questions to Ken Tharman (785-669-2445) ktharman@nvhuskies.org.
The Northern Valley Junior High A-team boys placed 2nd in the WKLL tournament.
Northern Valley Junior High B-team Boys Basketball
Western Kansas Liberty League Tournament
February 8 & 10, 2024
Semi-Finals 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final
Northern Valley 2 6 0 0 8
Grinnell 12 8 10 12 42
Scoring Aaron Horacek – 4
Cash Compton – 2
Bryson Wilder – 2
Consolation Finals 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Finals
Northern Valley 6 2 2 8 18
Triplains/Brewster 2 6 7 5 20
Scoring Colt Rogers – 5
Bryson Wilder – 4
Levi Black – 4
Cash Compton – 2
Max Wilder – 2
Aaron Horacek – 1
Coach Cole’s Comments – The NVJH B-team boys competed in the Western Kansas Liberty League B-team Tournament on Feb. 10 in Brewster. NV received a bye in the first round and then took on the Grinnell Thunderhawks in the semi-finals. The Huskies struggled to make shots, losing 8-42. Aaron Horacek had 4 points in the game to lead the Huskies in scoring. In the Consolation finals the Huskies lost a hard fought game to Triplains/Brewster 18-20. NV shot the ball better, but still struggled with turnovers. Six Huskies scored, led by Colt Rogers with 5 points. The NV B-team boys ended their season with a 4-7 record.
Northern Valley Junior High A-team Boys Basketball
Western Kansas Liberty League Tournament
February 8 & 10, 2024
First Round 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final
Northern Valley 18 15 13 10 56
Western Plains/Healy 2 2 0 1 5
Scoring Tait Thalheim – 23
Griffin McKinney – 10
Zane Brown – 8
Lucas Hansen – 7
Malikiah Hitt – 4
Ty Miller – 2
Keelan Dockendorf – 2
Semi-Finals 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final
Northern Valley 7 16 10 6 39
Logan/Palco 5 15 3 13 36
Scoring Tait Thalheim – 19
Lucas Hansen – 12
Griffin McKinney – 6
Malikiah Hitt – 2
Finals 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Final
Northern Valley 5 5 4 4 18
Cheylin 18 14 22 4 58
Scoring Tait Thalheim – 7
Griffin McKinney – 7
Lucas Hansen – 4
Coach Cole’s Comments – The Northern Valley Junior High A-team Boys competed in the Western Kansas Liberty League tournament on Thursday and Saturday and brought home the second place plaque. In the first round, NV beat Western Plains/Healy 56-5. All seven Huskies suited up scored baskets to contribute to the win. In the semi-finals Northern Valley faced Logan/Palco for the third time this season. It was a close, hard fought game with the Huskies winning 39-36. Tait Thalheim and Lucas Hansen led the team in scoring with 19 and 12 points. In the finals the Huskies faced the Cheylin Cougars. Cheylin was red hot from the field and took down the Huskies 58-18. The NV A-team boys had a season to remember, finishing with a 14-1 record. Congratulations on an outstanding season!!
Northern Valley Middle School Girls Basketball
Western KS Liberty League Tournament at Colby Event Center
February 8, 2024
NV A-Team Girls (5 - 8)
1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr Final Score
Northern Valley 2 5 5 13
Western Plains/Healy 8 13 18 22
Scoring Haedyn Cox – 7
Andrea Meraz – 2
Rene’ Horacek – 2
Kaylee Miller – 2
NV B-Team Girls (1 - 8)
1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr Final Score
Northern Valley 3 5 11 11
Triplains/Brewster 2 2 8 12
Scoring Avreigh McCue – 2
Annika McKinney – 9
Coach Lowry’s Comments –
The Northern Valley Junior High girls ended their season at the WKLL Tournament on February 8, 2024 in Colby. The A-team girls were seeded sixth and ready to compete but fell short with a 13-22 loss to Western Plains/Healy. Haedyn Cox led the team with 7 points. Their season ended earlier than they wanted with a 5-8 record, not making it to the final day of the tournament, but the girls progressed this season with their passing, their ability to see opportunities to shoot, and most importantly their teamwork.
Assistant Coach McKinney’s Comments –
The B-team girls ended their season with a close, hard-fought game against the Triplains/Brewster Titans. Both teams were filled with 6th grade girls that were excited to play. Our girls hustled and worked hard until the buzzer. We are so proud of the improvement they have made this season and look forward to next year. Annika McKinney had her best game with 9 points and 8 rebounds.
Northern Valley Junior High celebrated Coach Jim Cole and Brad Cox’s coaching their last home game for the Huskies.
