7th grade FCS Group (Day Two students): This is the first year that I have done "Muffin Wars" with my 7th graders. The students have been learning about the importance of each part of a recipe and how to read a recipe. Each group chose between sweet or savory muffins, and then they had choices of what ingredients they would add into their muffins. They had a guided sheet with measurements, so the muffins would turn out if they followed the directions. They needed to choose a flour, liquid, flavorings, seasonings, and a stir-in option like berries, flavored chips, cocoa, etc. Then the 7th graders needed to write their own recipe and name their muffin creation. They had a guided recipe sheet to help them along. The winners of the first group were Dixie-Lynn, Megan, Paisley, Annalise, & Kadrian with the muffins called "Chocolate Cinnamon Swirl."
Mrs. Schmitt took her Advanced Foods students shopping for ingredients at our local Fareway. "We are so lucky to have such a great grocery store in town. Comparison shopping for groceries is such an important life skill for my students," said Schmitt.
⛳️ DOUBLE ROAD GAME DAY! The Chickasaw Girls and Boys Golf Teams are on the road TODAY, April 20th, 2026! 🏌️♀️🏌️♂️
🔴 Girls Golf takes on Wapsie Valley at Prairie Links Golf Course at 1:00 PM
⚫ Boys Golf faces Waverly at Waverly Municipal Golf Course at 4:00 PM
Our golfers are ready to bring their A-game to the greens! Every drive, every putt, every swing shows that Chickasaw skill and pride! Go Chickasaws! ❤️🖤
🔴 Girls Golf takes on Wapsie Valley at Prairie Links Golf Course at 1:00 PM
⚫ Boys Golf faces Waverly at Waverly Municipal Golf Course at 4:00 PM
Our golfers are ready to bring their A-game to the greens! Every drive, every putt, every swing shows that Chickasaw skill and pride! Go Chickasaws! ❤️🖤

Advanced Foods tested over their unit about casseroles and stir-fries. Then their favorite part was two different labs. 22 students (all boys and one girl) learned how to use a wok and the order of the steps to make a stir-fry. All of their ingredients need to be cut the same size, so it was also a good lab to review their knife skills. Advanced Foods students learned about the history of the casserole and all of the different ways you can make a hot dish. The casseroles and stir-fries took four days of classes, and they were amazingly delicious!
Advanced Foods has been working on learning about sauces, stews, and soups.
Here is a picture of a food science lab with the students learning how to make a roux. Every chef needs to know the importance of thickening a cream sauce with flour, butter, and milk, a French word called a "roux."
Here is a picture of a food science lab with the students learning how to make a roux. Every chef needs to know the importance of thickening a cream sauce with flour, butter, and milk, a French word called a "roux."
Last day of building for the 4th grade Dream Bedroom PBL project! These kids have been amazing—showing creativity, problem-solving, and so much perseverance as they brought their ideas to life with their 3D models.
This week, we’re shifting gears to writing as they draft persuasive letters to their parents, trying to convince them to make their dream bedrooms a reality. We can’t wait to see how they use their hard work and designs to support their arguments!
This week, we’re shifting gears to writing as they draft persuasive letters to their parents, trying to convince them to make their dream bedrooms a reality. We can’t wait to see how they use their hard work and designs to support their arguments!






Last day of building for the 4th grade Dream Bedroom PBL project! These kids have been amazing—showing creativity, problem-solving, and so much perseverance as they brought their ideas to life with their 3D models.
This week, we’re shifting gears to writing as they draft persuasive letters to their parents, trying to convince them to make their dream bedrooms a reality. We can’t wait to see how they use their hard work and designs to support their arguments!
This week, we’re shifting gears to writing as they draft persuasive letters to their parents, trying to convince them to make their dream bedrooms a reality. We can’t wait to see how they use their hard work and designs to support their arguments!










Fun making pudding, band awards, and 5th/6th Clay Mugs and boxes!




Tonights Boys Golf meet in Charles City has been POSTPONED - TBD!

Tonight's 4.17.26 Boys and Girls Soccer game vs. Clayton Ridge has been POSTPONED - TBD!

Coffee House is coming up!!
Sunday April 26 at 2pm
Sunday April 26 at 2pm

If you haven't registered yet, now is the time!

The 4th graders are showing incredible creativity and hard work during their dream bedroom PBL project- Day 4! As they build their 3D models, they’re learning that things don’t always go as planned—and that’s okay. They’ve been problem-solving, making changes, and sticking with it to bring their ideas to life. It’s been awesome to see their perseverance and flexible thinking in action!’





The 4th graders are putting their math skills to work in an exciting PBL project! They designed their dream bedrooms by creating blueprints using area, perimeter, and scale factor. After planning, they calculated the cost of their designs—and now they’re bringing their ideas to life by building 3D models of their dream spaces. So much creativity and real-world learning is happening!






🏃♂️🏃♀️ HOME MEET ALERT! The Chickasaw Boys and Girls Track Teams are hosting a COED MEET at home today, April 16th at 4:30 PM! 💪❤️🖤
🌟 SPECIAL EVENT: Senior Parent Night! 🌟 Join us as we honor our incredible senior athletes and their families! Let's celebrate their dedication, hard work, and Chickasaw pride!
Come out and cheer on our athletes as they compete on their home turf! Every sprint, jump, and throw shows what it means to be a Chickasaw! 💨🔥
🎟️ Admissions: Adults: $6 | Students: $4. Purchase tickets Online: https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h.8533722af087c44/checkout or at the gate: cash, credit, or debit accepted
Let's pack the stands and show our support! Go Chickasaws! ❤️🖤⚡



Grand March will be on April 25 @ 7:00 PM in the Competition Gym. Doors will open at 6:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $2 each adults/students (Prom attendees get in FREE!)
📍 Where: Activities Office (Office Hours: 7:30 AM – Noon / 2:00 – 4:00 PM) or can be purchased at the door.
Prom will be held at The Pub at 8:30 PM. Prom tickets are on sale until April 24th.
🎟️ Tickets: $2 each adults/students (Prom attendees get in FREE!)
📍 Where: Activities Office (Office Hours: 7:30 AM – Noon / 2:00 – 4:00 PM) or can be purchased at the door.
Prom will be held at The Pub at 8:30 PM. Prom tickets are on sale until April 24th.
The New Hampton Dollars for Scholars Awards Ceremony will be held this year on Tuesday, May 12th at 7:00 PM. The Ceremony will take place in the New Hampton High School Competition Gymnasium. The ceremony is open to anyone who would like to attend!
PRESENTER INFORMATION: If you have an award or scholarship that you would like to present to a member of the New Hampton High School Class of 2026, please contact Dustin Lewis or Michelle O'Donnell by Monday, May 4th with the name of the presenter and the award/scholarship. Dustin can be reached via email at dlewis.uni@gmail.com or by phone at (641)229-8500. Michelle can be reached via email at m_odonnell@new-hampton.k12.ia.us or by phone at (641)394-2144. Thank you!
PRESENTER INFORMATION: If you have an award or scholarship that you would like to present to a member of the New Hampton High School Class of 2026, please contact Dustin Lewis or Michelle O'Donnell by Monday, May 4th with the name of the presenter and the award/scholarship. Dustin can be reached via email at dlewis.uni@gmail.com or by phone at (641)229-8500. Michelle can be reached via email at m_odonnell@new-hampton.k12.ia.us or by phone at (641)394-2144. Thank you!
Tonights Boys and Girls Soccer games at Charles City have been postponed due to weather.
Yesterday, the 4th graders visited Dungey’s furniture to get some inspiration for what they wanted to have inside their dream bedroom. For their PBL project, students are to design their own dream bedroom and will be making a 3D model of their room!









Join us for kindergarten visit day!


