Giving Tree forms for the 2026 Holiday Season are here! If your family would like assistance with items like children's clothing, laundry supplies, canned goods or toiletries, please reach out to any of the school counselors and they will send you a form: Josie Evanson at the elementary school (j_evanson@new-hampton.k12.ia.us), Jenna Clausen at the middle school (j_clausen@new-hampton.k12.ia.us) or Michelle O'Donnell at the high school (m_odonnell@new-hampton.k12.ia.us). Only one form is needed per family and they are due back to school by October 23.

¡Ya están disponibles los formularios del programa "Giving Tree" para la temporada festiva de 2026! Si su familia desea recibir ayuda con artículos como ropa para niños, productos de lavandería, alimentos enlatados o artículos de aseo personal, por favor comuníquese con cualquiera de los consejeros escolares para solicitar un formulario: Josie Evanson en la escuela primaria (j_evanson@new-hampton.k12.ia.us), Jenna Clausen en la escuela intermedia (j_clausen@new-hampton.k12.ia.us) o Michelle O'Donnell en la escuela secundaria (m_odonnell@new-hampton.k12.ia.us). Solo se necesita un formulario por familia y deben entregarse en la escuela a más tardar el 23 de octubre.
44 minutes ago, Michelle O'Donnell
GivingTree
New Hampton High School Choir will be singing at Upper Iowa University this coming Monday at 5:30pm! Admission is $7 (cash only) Come support your Chickasaw singers!
about 6 hours ago, Kyle Hennessy
New Hampton High School Choir will be singing at Upper Iowa University this coming Monday at 5:30pm! Admission is $7 (cash only) Come support your Chickasaw singers!
🎮 Good luck, Chickasaw Esports! Our Super Smash Bros. team takes on Esterville Lincoln Central on October 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM!

Bring the energy, make those plays, and show them what it means to be a Chickasaw! Go Chickasaws! 🖤❤️
about 6 hours ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
🏐 Good luck, Chickasaw Volleyball! Cheer on our Chickasaw volleyball teams as they take on Postville on October 6, 2026!

📍 Postville High School
⏰ Matches begin at 5:00 PM

Bring the energy, play with heart, and show them what it means to be a Chickasaw! Go Chickasaws! 🖤❤️
about 6 hours ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
The Advanced Foods class has covered a lot during their beverage unit! Students learned all about coffee, teas, smoothies, cocoa, and various other drinks. Throughout the unit, they completed hands-on labs making fresh-squeezed orange juice and lemonade, Orange Julius, hot chocolate mix, and cocoa bombs, culminating in a smoothie competition and a Trendy Drink Challenge.

They did an amazing job with both their labs and classwork—hopefully, their test scores will follow suit! A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Glenn and Mr. Manson for stepping in to sub while Mrs. Schmitt was home sick. It truly takes a village to run a school!
about 6 hours ago, Kyle Hennessy
The Advanced Foods class has covered a lot during their beverage unit! Students learned all about coffee, teas, smoothies, cocoa, and various other drinks. Throughout the unit, they completed hands-on labs making fresh-squeezed orange juice and lemonade, Orange Julius, hot chocolate mix, and cocoa bombs, culminating in a smoothie competition and a Trendy Drink Challenge. They did an amazing job with both their labs and classwork—hopefully, their test scores will follow suit! A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Glenn and Mr. Manson for stepping in to sub while Mrs. Schmitt was home sick. It truly takes a village to run a school!
The Advanced Foods class has covered a lot during their beverage unit! Students learned all about coffee, teas, smoothies, cocoa, and various other drinks. Throughout the unit, they completed hands-on labs making fresh-squeezed orange juice and lemonade, Orange Julius, hot chocolate mix, and cocoa bombs, culminating in a smoothie competition and a Trendy Drink Challenge. They did an amazing job with both their labs and classwork—hopefully, their test scores will follow suit! A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Glenn and Mr. Manson for stepping in to sub while Mrs. Schmitt was home sick. It truly takes a village to run a school!
The Advanced Foods class has covered a lot during their beverage unit! Students learned all about coffee, teas, smoothies, cocoa, and various other drinks. Throughout the unit, they completed hands-on labs making fresh-squeezed orange juice and lemonade, Orange Julius, hot chocolate mix, and cocoa bombs, culminating in a smoothie competition and a Trendy Drink Challenge. They did an amazing job with both their labs and classwork—hopefully, their test scores will follow suit! A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Glenn and Mr. Manson for stepping in to sub while Mrs. Schmitt was home sick. It truly takes a village to run a school!
The Advanced Foods class has covered a lot during their beverage unit! Students learned all about coffee, teas, smoothies, cocoa, and various other drinks. Throughout the unit, they completed hands-on labs making fresh-squeezed orange juice and lemonade, Orange Julius, hot chocolate mix, and cocoa bombs, culminating in a smoothie competition and a Trendy Drink Challenge. They did an amazing job with both their labs and classwork—hopefully, their test scores will follow suit! A huge thank you goes to Mrs. Glenn and Mr. Manson for stepping in to sub while Mrs. Schmitt was home sick. It truly takes a village to run a school!
We are excited to kick off another great week of Chickasaw activities! Stay up-to-date with all our activities schedules on Varsity Bound. Go Chickasaws!
1 day ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
🇺🇸 HEROES’ NIGHT AT NEW HAMPTON! Join us on Friday, October 9, during halftime of the Varsity Football game against Waukon as we honor and recognize all those who have served our country and community.

We are grateful for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Thank you for all you do! ❤️🖤

Help us fill the stands and show our heroes some Chickasaw pride! Go Chickasaws! 🇺🇸🏈
1 day ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
🏈 GAME DAY, CHICKASAWS! The Chickasaw 9/10 Football Team is hitting the road for a recently added matchup at Aplington-Parkersburg tonight!

📅 Monday, October 5
⏰ 6:00 PM

Bring the energy and help us cheer on our young athletes! Go Chickasaws! 🖤❤️
1 day ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
🎮 LET’S GO, CHICKASAWS! Good luck to the Chickasaw Esports Marvel Rivals team as they take on Central Springs!

⏰ Match time: 4:00 PM

Bring the focus, teamwork, and competitive energy! Show them what Chickasaw pride is all about! ❤️🖤 Go Chickasaws!
1 day ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
10/05
1 day ago, Kyle Hennessy
10/05
10/05
🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🔥LET’S GO, CHICKASAWS! Good luck to the Chickasaw Junior High and Varsity Boys’ and Girls’ Cross Country teams as they race in Cresco on Saturday, October 3!

⏰ Races begin at 9:30 AM

Run strong, compete hard, and represent New Hampton with pride! ❤️🖤 Go Chickasaws!
4 days ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities
🏐 LET’S GO, CHICKASAWS! Good luck to the Chickasaw Varsity Volleyball team as they travel to Waverly for a tournament on Saturday, October 3!

⏰ Matches begin at 9:00 AM

Bring the energy and cheer on our Chickasaws as they take the court! ❤️🖤 Play hard, compete strong, and represent New Hampton! Go Chickasaws!
4 days ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities

Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn.

Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened!

And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬

A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬

4 days ago, Kyle Hennessy
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn. Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened! And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬 A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬
🏈 LET’S GO, CHICKASAWS! It’s game day! Help us cheer on the Chickasaw Varsity Football team as they hit the road to take on Forest City!

📍 Forest City
⏰ Kickoff at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: $7
⚠️ No 9/10 game

Bring the noise, bring the pride, and bring your RED & BLACK spirit! ❤️🖤 GOOD LUCK, CHICKASAWS! GO GET ’EM!
4 days ago, Gretchen Johnson
Chickasaw Activities

Fourth graders made the most of their day with a Candy Bar Lab! 🎉 Even with a 2-hour delay, our scientists were ready to investigate, explore, and learn.

Students used the scientific method to ask questions, make predictions, test their hypotheses, observe their results, and draw conclusions. They had so much fun getting hands-on with science and seeing how their predictions compared to what actually happened!

And, of course, every good scientist deserves a little treat at the end of an experiment! 😉🍬

A delayed start couldn’t slow down these curious minds! What a sweet way to spend the day! ❤️🍫🔬

4 days ago, Kyle Hennessy
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Seniors/Senior Parents: Remember that the FAFSA opens today! If you have not done so, you need to create an account first, which can be done here: https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch and to complete the actual FAFSA form, you will go here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
These links---along with general FAFSA information---can also be found in an email from Mrs. O'Donnell sent on September 14. If you need this email and did not receive it, please email Mrs. O'Donnell at m_odonnell@new-hampton.k12.ia.us and it will get sent your way as soon as possible.
5 days ago, Michelle O'Donnell
✨DISTRICT SOIL EVALUATION✨
Today four FFA members travelled to Hawkeye Community College to compete in the Northeast Iowa District FFA Soil Evaluation Contest. During this event members evaluate different characteristics of soil in 4 different pits and take a written exam.
TEAM RESULTS:
2nd place team out of 73 total teams! This qualifies the team to compete at the state contest next Thursday!
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS:
Aiden Underwood - 6th
Luke Gorman - 10th
Dominick Reicks - 13th
Aiden Zeien - 72nd
Out of 291 total individuals!
Congratulations to this team and good luck next week!💙💛
5 days ago, Kyle Hennessy
✨DISTRICT SOIL EVALUATION✨ Today four FFA members travelled to Hawkeye Community College to compete in the Northeast Iowa District FFA Soil Evaluation Contest. During this event members evaluate different characteristics of soil in 4 different pits and take a written exam. TEAM RESULTS: 2nd place team out of 73 total teams! This qualifies the team to compete at the state contest next Thursday! INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: Aiden Underwood - 6th Luke Gorman - 10th Dominick Reicks - 13th Aiden Zeien - 72nd Out of 291 total individuals! Congratulations to this team and good luck next week!💙💛
✨DISTRICT SOIL EVALUATION✨ Today four FFA members travelled to Hawkeye Community College to compete in the Northeast Iowa District FFA Soil Evaluation Contest. During this event members evaluate different characteristics of soil in 4 different pits and take a written exam. TEAM RESULTS: 2nd place team out of 73 total teams! This qualifies the team to compete at the state contest next Thursday! INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: Aiden Underwood - 6th Luke Gorman - 10th Dominick Reicks - 13th Aiden Zeien - 72nd Out of 291 total individuals! Congratulations to this team and good luck next week!💙💛
✨DISTRICT SOIL EVALUATION✨ Today four FFA members travelled to Hawkeye Community College to compete in the Northeast Iowa District FFA Soil Evaluation Contest. During this event members evaluate different characteristics of soil in 4 different pits and take a written exam. TEAM RESULTS: 2nd place team out of 73 total teams! This qualifies the team to compete at the state contest next Thursday! INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: Aiden Underwood - 6th Luke Gorman - 10th Dominick Reicks - 13th Aiden Zeien - 72nd Out of 291 total individuals! Congratulations to this team and good luck next week!💙💛
There will be No morning weights or activities due to power outage.
5 days ago, Brad Schmitt
Due to a power outage affecting the City of New Hampton, New Hampton Schools will be opening 2 hours late on Thursday, October 1.
5 days ago, Erik Smith
The two classes of Foods One really kept Mrs. Schmitt hoping with 26 and 19 students making omelets at the same time! Mrs. Schmitt demonstrated how to make them before they began. They also watch two videos earlier in the week. This unit was to practice their new knife skills which they prepped the day before the lab. Hopefully the next lab will go a little smoother with having more time to clean up. The omelets did come out and the students said they were delicious!
6 days ago, Kyle Hennessy
The two classes of Foods One really kept Mrs. Schmitt hoping with 26 and 19 students making omelets at the same time!
The two classes of Foods One really kept Mrs. Schmitt hoping with 26 and 19 students making omelets at the same time!
The two classes of Foods One really kept Mrs. Schmitt hoping with 26 and 19 students making omelets at the same time!