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Wallace Schools announced the students who have earned honor roll for the third quarter of the school year. They include: 1st Row (Left to Right): Adan Juarez, Hunter Bryant, Ryder Cable, Elliana Robertson, Reagan Finley, Kaley Sauser. 2nd Row: Eden Villa Enriquez, Leah Nelms, Liza Robertson, Emersyn Manary, Stella Smith, Astrid Rodriguez Chavez, Hailey Zwicker, Miriam Friesen, Michelle Barrios. 3rd Row: Heidi Deaver, Tonya Deaver, Ismael Barrios, Kaitlin Martin, Faith Marquardt, Lydia Friesen, Allyson Kemp
4th Row: Jordyn Glunz, Hazel Deaver, Jisoo Moon, Mollie McConnell, Gracie Sundquist, Regan Martin, Briseyda Vazquez, Riggin Ketteler, Carmi Regier. 5th Row: Micah Garrison, Colt Franklin, Tyson Sullivan, Max Hanson, Cauy Robinson, Austin Sullivan, Wyatt Robertson, Stetson Ayers, Brysen Lundvall. Not Pictured: Mariana Aceves-Lopez, Ryleigh Robinson.

FFA Conduct of Chapter Meetings Team receiving a bronze emblem from left to right: Marisa Wykert, Lila Hill, Kinley Richmond, Alyssa Laber, Mason Minster, Ethan Gonzalez, and Koltyn Kuper.

Perkins County’s Myles Bishop captured a state championship at the NSAA State Speech Championships 2026, earning first place in Class C2 extemporaneous speaking last week. Bishop, a senior at Perkins County rose to the top of a competitive field at the state meet, showcasing his ability to analyze current events and deliver a clear, organized response under time constraints — a hallmark of the extemporaneous speaking category. The NSAA state speech competition brings together top qualifiers from across Nebraska, with students advancing through district meets to earn a spot at the state level. In Class C2 extemporaneous speaking, Bishop secured the top finish ahead of finalists from schools across the state. His performance adds to a strong showing for Perkins County’s speech program and highlights the continued success of local students on the state stage. Extemporaneous speaking requires competitors to draw a prompt, prepare in a limited time frame, and present a well-structured speech on topics often tied to national and international issues. Judges evaluate students on content, organization, delivery and depth of analysis. Bishop’s championship finish marks a significant achievement for both himself, and the Perkins County Schools speech team, bringing home a state title and representing the community at the highest level of Nebraska high school competition. Congratulations Myles, we always knew you were destined for big things! - From the Grant Tribune News Staff