Herington USD 487 -

High School practices begin next Monday. Below is the schedule for our high school basketball teams this winter. Good Luck Railers!!

Our Herington High School seniors are working hard to earn their way to their Senior Trip in May — and they need your help!

When you buy from a senior, you’re not just getting a great product — you’re helping create lifelong memories for this amazing class. 💜🧡
📣 Ask a senior what they’re selling and show your support today! #RailerPride #SeniorTrip

Winter sports will begin soon. MS Basketball opens their season at Herington on November 17th. Good Luck Railers!

We are looking for a third coach to help with MS Boys Basketball. Inquiries/interest about this position should be made to Lisa Beye before midnight Sunday.

Brie Hamm performed in the Wheat State League Honor Choir at Tabor College in Hillsboro.

HMS Winter Dance will take place Friday, November 7th from 7:00pm - 9:30pm. Students must be in good standing and must be in attendance all day on Friday the 7th.


HMS First Quarter Awards Assembly will take place on Friday, November 14th at 2:45pm in the HMS Gym.

FBLA State Officers Isabelle Ecklund and Henry Nelson along with Advisor Lisa Beye went to Solomon High School today to work with their officer team.

Congratulations to Hannah Pritchard for earning All-League Honors.

Middle school boys basketball will have a parent meeting tomorrow at 5:30 in the Elementary cafeteria? Thank you lots!!

Are you ready for November? Mrs. Meyer's second grade class worked together with Mrs. D's kindergarteners to make some festive decorations for the new month! They collaborated to make some fun and colorful Thanksgiving turkeys!

🎭 Don’t Miss Out—Tickets Still Available! Last day to purchase dinner tickets is TOMORROW, 11/4/2025.

Our Herington High School Drama production “This Murder Was Staged” is coming up soon!
Enjoy a night full of laughter, mystery, and great food!

🍽️ Dinner Menu:
Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast or Dinner Ham
Cheesy Potatoes
Green Beans
Fresh Salad
Dinner Roll
Beverage Included
🍰 Dessert served during intermission!

📅 Show Dates:

Friday, November 14 – Dinner at 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM

Saturday, November 15 – Dinner at 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM

Sunday, November 16- Show at 1:00 PM

🎟️ Get your tickets now at: https://hhs-drama.square.site/

**Tickets can also be purchased in the HHS Office with cash or check made payable to HHS. General admission tickets are available the day of each play. Call 785-258-2261 or email kharper@usd487.org for more information.

Support our talented Railer cast and enjoy a fun night out—you won’t want to miss it!

On Friday, Herington Elementary got spooky with a costume parade followed by the monthly school assembly. Lots of awesome costumes were displayed and many parents were in attendance! We also celebrated monthly birthdays, recognized students doing good deeds with shout outs, and awarded class awards for good behavior in the lunchroom, gym, music, and library. We wrapped up the celebration by singing our school song. Lots of great Railer Pride displayed on Halloween!

HHS at Sterling tonight at 7:00. Good luck Railers!

The sophomore class attended a college and career fair at the Kansas State Fairgrounds yesterday. Over 5000 Kansas students attended the two day event and saw over 200 exhibits from colleges and careers offered across our state.

Monday November 3rd is a regular school day. School will be in session as usual on Monday.

We are currently looking for a third coach for MS Girls Basketball. Please contact Lisa Beye ASAP with your interest.

Attention Middle School Girls Basketball Parents:

There will be a quick parent meeting TONIGHT Thursday 10/30, following practice at 5:30pm in the high school gym.

🎯 ACT Prep Class – Don’t Miss Out!
Get ready to boost your ACT score and gain confidence before test day!

📅 Date: January 26, 2026
📍 Location: Chapman High School
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:35 PM

💰 $70 if registered by January 14, 2026
💰 $85 after that

👉 Space is limited — Register now and take the next step toward college success!

📘 Hands-on strategies, practice tests, and expert guidance included.

🔗 http://actprep.info/chapman

#ACTPrep #CollegeReady #TestPrep #FutureStartsHere

🎭 Railer Families! Don’t miss HHS Drama’s hilarious whodunit This Murder Was Staged!
Join us for dinner, dessert, & a night full of laughs!
📅 Nov 14 & 15 | Dinner 6PM | Show 7PM
📅 Nov 16 | Show 1PM
🎟️ Get tickets online at https://hhs-drama.square.site or in the HHS Office (cash or checks to HHS)

It's Angel Tree Season!! Angel Tree applications are available now, to any family in need this holiday season. Applications can be picked up at FRE, any USD 487 school office, or the USD487 District office. Applications are due back to the USD487 District Office by November 14th.