Congratulations to the Upton Lady Cats on winning the first Northeast Middle School Girls Wrestling Championship!
Upton Schools will start at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, February 18, and Wednesday, February 19. Buses will run accordingly. Breakfast will not be served. The Weston County Children's Center will be closed both days as well.
If you are interested in pre-ordering regional shirts, they need to be ordered by February 19th. This will guarantee your order is here on February 27th. Park Bench Apparel will be at the High School that day to deliver shirts. There will also be a chance to buy shirts on site that day, but sizing and color choice could be limited. The link to order is below:
https://pbaxwhsaa-1aeast-regional-bb-tourney-2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
If you have any questions please contact Beau Garcia at the High School.
Upton Robotics Competes at Spearfish VEX Robotics Competition
The Upton Robotics team recently competed at the Spearfish VEX Robotics Competition, where they faced off against 21 other teams in an intense day of engineering, strategy, and teamwork. The event showcased some of the best robotics talent in the region, with teams designing and programming their robots to complete various challenges.
Haven Vrana, Jackson East, Landon Norman, and Trey Schneider won championships at the Powder River Conference Duals on Thursday. Trey Schneider was named Outstanding Wrestler of the tournament. Upton was also named conference coaching staff of the year. Congratulations to Coaches McCoy, Schlatter, Schneider, Johnson, and Pillen. Great job, Bobcats!
Game announcement for February 11th, 2025:
There will be no JV games with Newcastle for boys or girls.
Varsity girls will now play at 5:30 PM
Varsity boys will now play at approximately 7:00 PM
Blue Dancers please meet at the high school at 5:30.
Mayor Signs Proclamation for FBLA Week, Kicking Off Exciting Activities
By Karla Ludemann
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter is gearing up for an exciting week of events after the mayor Nick Trandahl officially signs a proclamation recognizing February 9-15 as FBLA Week. Brodie Kelly the Upton FBLA President watches as this special recognition highlights the organizations dedication to leadership, business education, and community service.
Throughout the week, FBLA members will participate in various activities designed to promote career readiness, teamwork, and service. Events will include workshops, guest speakers, community service projects, and fun competitions that engage students in real-world business scenarios.
We are thrilled to have the mayor support in recognizing the impact of FBLA, said Chapter President Brodie Kelly. This week is a great opportunity for our members to showcase their skills and inspire others to get involved.
FBLA Week not only celebrates the achievements of current members but also encourages future business leaders to explore the opportunities the organization offers. The chapter invites students, teachers, and community members to join in the festivities and support the mission of preparing young people for success in the business world.
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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Officers Advocate for Career and Technical Education at the Capitol By Karla Ludemann In celebration of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, FBLA state officers gathered at the Wyoming Capitol on February 10th to advocate for the importance of CTE programs in preparing students for successful careers. Representing Future Business Leaders of America, these student leaders met with legislators, shared their experiences, and highlighted the impact of CTE on workforce development. During their visit, the officers engaged in discussions with state officials about the role of CTE in bridging the gap between education and industry needs. They emphasized how organizations like FBLA provide students with hands-on learning opportunities, leadership development, and real-world business skills. Many officers shared personal stories of how CTE courses and FBLA have shaped their career aspirations and given them valuable experience in entrepreneurship, finance, and technology. The day also included recognition of CTE educators and industry partners who support these programs. State officers expressed their appreciation for the continued investment in career-focused education and encouraged lawmakers to expand funding and resources for CTE initiatives. By advocating at the Capitol, FBLA state officers reinforced the importance of empowering students through career and technical education. Their efforts contribute to a stronger, more skilled workforce, ensuring that students are prepared for the future. As CTE Month continues, FBLA remains committed to promoting leadership, business education, and career readiness for students across the state. Pictured: State Secretary Karstyn Garcia State Vice-President Zandy Eckley Governor Mark Gordon State President Kaleigh Waymire State Parliamentarian Andrew Harmon
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Activities Schedule for February 7th and 8th
Friday, February 7th
HS Basketball
Girls vs Midwest 5:00 PM (Girls Senior night at 5:00)
Boys vs. Midwest approximately 6:30 PM (Boys Senior night before starting line-ups)
UEA Bingo at half-time of the boys game.
Saturday, February 8th
MS Basketball
B game 11:00 AM
A game 12:00 PM
HS Wrestling
Boys @ Black Hills Invite (Hill City) 9:00 AM
Girls @ Lady Dogie Classic (Newcastle) 10:00 AM
HS Basketball
Boys JV vs. Hulett 12:00 PM
Girls Varsity vs. Hulett 1:30 PM
Boys Varsity vs. Hulett 3:00 PM
Blue Dancers youth dance program is canceled for tonight.
Please remember the next performance will be Tuesday, February 11 at 5:30 PM.
The Blue Dancers youth dance program will be performing at the girl's JV game tonight (February 4)! Please have the girls at the high school by 5:30 pm! Please pass this along to anyone you know who needs the information!!
In an impressive display of innovation and teamwork, the Upton High School robotics team advanced to the finals and secured 10th place out of 22 teams on February 1st at the VEX V5 Robotics Competition in Gillette, Wyoming. The event, held at the Thunder Basin High School, showcased the talents of young engineers Brendan Sanderson and Kit Charlson with other teams across the region.
The Upton team demonstrated exceptional technical expertise and adaptability, overcoming challenges and fine-tuning their robot throughout the event. Their performance highlighted their dedication and the countless hours invested in preparation.
The competition featured a series of challenges designed to test the robots capabilities in areas such as design, programming, and strategic execution. Teams were evaluated on their robots performance in various tasks, as well as their engineering notebooks and presentations.
Advancing to the finals and achieving a top-ten finish is a significant accomplishment for the Upton team, reflecting their hard work and commitment to excellence in robotics. Their success serves as an inspiration to their peers and underscores the importance of STEM education in today’s world.
The Upton school celebrates this achievement and looks forward to supporting the team’s future endeavors at Spearfish, South Dakota on February 15 for another robotics competitions.
Updated Schedule for Upton Activities:
Thursday, January 30th
High School Basketball vs Niobrara County: JV Girls 4:45, JV Boys 5:30, Varsity Girls 7:00
Middle School Basketball @ Moorcroft: 4:30/5:30/6:30
Friday, January 31st
High School Wrestling @ Belle Fourche Invite: 10:00 AM
High School Basketball @ Midwest: Varsity Girls 2:00, Varsity Boys 3:30
Saturday, February 1st
High School Robotics @ Gillette
Middle School Girls Wrestling @ Cheyenne
High School Wrestling @ Belle Fourche Invite: 9:00 AM
High School Basketball vs Kaycee: JV Girls 12:00, JV Boys 12:30, Varsity Girls 1:00, Varsity Boys 2:30
Upton Robotics Plan to Compete in High-Stakes VEX Robotics Event in Gillette Saturday
Upton High School’s robotics team will travel to Thunder Basin High School to compete in a high-stakes VEX Robotics competition, showcasing their engineering skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities against top teams from the region.
The competition will challenge students to design, build, and program robots capable of completing complex tasks in a fast-paced, head-to-head format. Upton’s team will demonstrate technical expertise and adaptability, overcoming challenges and fine-tuning their robot throughout the event.
The team will show performances in autonomous programming, driver control, and strategic gameplay, Their dedication to STEM and innovation continues to push the boundaries of what is possible, and they look forward to this challenge.
Upton Schools will start at 10:00 am on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Buses will run accordingly. Breakfast will not be served. The preschool will not be open as well.
Elementary School parents who are PICKING UP your child. To ensure your child makes it home safely, please come into the building to check them out from their classroom teacher.
Upton Schools will be having an early release at 2:30pm today January 22, 2025. All buses will run accordingly.
Due to weather and road conditions, Weston 7 Schools will dismiss at 2:30 PM today. There will be no athletic practices or Bobcat Adventures.