GPS will not have crosswalk guards before school today due to the extreme wind chill, which makes it unsafe for employees to stand outside for extended periods of time.
If you are dropping off students, please double-check that they enter the building safely. Thank you for your understanding and support in keeping everyone safe.
If you are dropping off students, please double-check that they enter the building safely. Thank you for your understanding and support in keeping everyone safe.
Sometimes, the best parts of my day are the ones I never see coming. Today, I had a student seek me out specifically to show off something special. She and her classmate decided to "put their shirts together" to create one big, positive message.
When our students are this intentional about spreading positivity, you just have to stop what you’re doing and capture the moment!
It’s a great reminder for all of us as we head into the weekend: "Let’s GOOOOO be kind!" ❤️
I am so incredibly proud of our Dudley students and the heart they bring to Gothenburg Public Schools every single day. Have a wonderful Friday!
When our students are this intentional about spreading positivity, you just have to stop what you’re doing and capture the moment!
It’s a great reminder for all of us as we head into the weekend: "Let’s GOOOOO be kind!" ❤️
I am so incredibly proud of our Dudley students and the heart they bring to Gothenburg Public Schools every single day. Have a wonderful Friday!
✨ Meet the Paraprofessional: Mrs. Jessica Fulkerson! ✨
If you’ve stepped into the high school library, chances are you’ve been greeted by the friendly smile of Mrs. Jessica Fulkerson! She’s always ready to help you find the perfect book, solve a problem, or simply brighten your day with a moment of happiness. We’re so excited to have her at GPS—our library (and our students) are better because of her!
If you’ve stepped into the high school library, chances are you’ve been greeted by the friendly smile of Mrs. Jessica Fulkerson! She’s always ready to help you find the perfect book, solve a problem, or simply brighten your day with a moment of happiness. We’re so excited to have her at GPS—our library (and our students) are better because of her!
✨ Find Your People – Another stylish week in the halls of GPS! ✨
It’s another week at Gothenburg Public Schools, and as the weather cools down, the fashion is heating way up! We’ve got some big hitters strutting their stuff and proving that chilly temps don’t stand a chance against Swede style. ❄️🔥
First graders Jackson and Kooper are matching the icy weather with cool colors and even cooler attitudes. Mrs. Mroczek and Mrs. Foster (2nd grade) are fully embracing the Canadian tuxedo as Nebraska flirts with Canadian-level cold. Hadleigh and Mrs. Larson are keeping their feeties cozy in their favorite Uggs, while Mrs. Larson (4th) and Mrs. Rahjes (3rd) are finding their Dudley groove in matching school shirts. Faith and Jaylee are sending all the warm fuzzies with their coordinated outfits and big smiles, and Mrs. Long (English) and Mrs. Scherer (Math) are dreaming of an African safari as they brave dropping temperatures here in Nebraska. 🐘🌍
Another week of connections, creativity, and Swede pride—keep finding your people!
It’s another week at Gothenburg Public Schools, and as the weather cools down, the fashion is heating way up! We’ve got some big hitters strutting their stuff and proving that chilly temps don’t stand a chance against Swede style. ❄️🔥
First graders Jackson and Kooper are matching the icy weather with cool colors and even cooler attitudes. Mrs. Mroczek and Mrs. Foster (2nd grade) are fully embracing the Canadian tuxedo as Nebraska flirts with Canadian-level cold. Hadleigh and Mrs. Larson are keeping their feeties cozy in their favorite Uggs, while Mrs. Larson (4th) and Mrs. Rahjes (3rd) are finding their Dudley groove in matching school shirts. Faith and Jaylee are sending all the warm fuzzies with their coordinated outfits and big smiles, and Mrs. Long (English) and Mrs. Scherer (Math) are dreaming of an African safari as they brave dropping temperatures here in Nebraska. 🐘🌍
Another week of connections, creativity, and Swede pride—keep finding your people!
🚨🎉 Whoot Whoot Wagon Sighting! 🎉🚨
Last week, the legendary Whoot Whoot Wagon rolled through the hallways of GPS, bringing smiles, surprises, and serious snack game!
Members of our awesome Culture Club delivered cold-weather treats to every single GPS employee—that’s right, over 120 staff members got a little boost of warmth and appreciation! 🍫🍪
Because nothing beats kindness on wheels during these chilly January days.
Last week, the legendary Whoot Whoot Wagon rolled through the hallways of GPS, bringing smiles, surprises, and serious snack game!
Members of our awesome Culture Club delivered cold-weather treats to every single GPS employee—that’s right, over 120 staff members got a little boost of warmth and appreciation! 🍫🍪
Because nothing beats kindness on wheels during these chilly January days.
Big congratulations to our 2025 Christmas Business Greeting Cards winners! This event was proudly brought to Dudley by The Leader.
Our top four finalists are:
Waylon (1st)
Sophie (2nd)
Blakely (3rd)
Maddy (4th)
Each winner received Swede Bucks (ranging from $5.00 to $25.00) based on their placement. We are so proud of your creativity—Way to go, Swedes!
Our top four finalists are:
Waylon (1st)
Sophie (2nd)
Blakely (3rd)
Maddy (4th)
Each winner received Swede Bucks (ranging from $5.00 to $25.00) based on their placement. We are so proud of your creativity—Way to go, Swedes!
🍎 Calling All Future Swedes! It’s time to grow!
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open at Dudley Elementary.
✅ Who: Children 5 years old by July 31, 2026.
📞 Action: Call Gwen or Mrs. Floyd at (308) 537-3651 to get on our mailing list and receive your registration packet.
📅 Mark Your Calendar: Join us for the Parent/Guardian Meeting on Thursday, March 19th @ 5:30 PM in the PAC.
Know someone new to Gothenburg or a first-time school parent? Tag them below or share this post to help us welcome our newest students!
Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open at Dudley Elementary.
✅ Who: Children 5 years old by July 31, 2026.
📞 Action: Call Gwen or Mrs. Floyd at (308) 537-3651 to get on our mailing list and receive your registration packet.
📅 Mark Your Calendar: Join us for the Parent/Guardian Meeting on Thursday, March 19th @ 5:30 PM in the PAC.
Know someone new to Gothenburg or a first-time school parent? Tag them below or share this post to help us welcome our newest students!
Find Your People - Another week, another look at fashionable educators!
This week’s spotlight is bringing the style and the school spirit! Our science department is showing off their Swede Pride—proving they can master scientific notation and be first in fashion.
Meanwhile, Kindergarteners Remi and Blake are reminding us that glitter and sequins are just as essential as ABCs and 123s. ⭐✨
We also caught Mrs. Hamilton and Mrs. McKenna "accidentally" twinning (because great fashion minds really do think alike!).
Mrs. Ostergard and Mrs. Junker are rocking the season’s must-have nail color: green—just what this weather ordered.
Finally, Kane (3rd) and Kayvin (11th) are full of Swede Pride as they tackle academics and social skills together. Once the Swede fever hits… there’s no stopping it! 💚⭐
This week’s spotlight is bringing the style and the school spirit! Our science department is showing off their Swede Pride—proving they can master scientific notation and be first in fashion.
Meanwhile, Kindergarteners Remi and Blake are reminding us that glitter and sequins are just as essential as ABCs and 123s. ⭐✨
We also caught Mrs. Hamilton and Mrs. McKenna "accidentally" twinning (because great fashion minds really do think alike!).
Mrs. Ostergard and Mrs. Junker are rocking the season’s must-have nail color: green—just what this weather ordered.
Finally, Kane (3rd) and Kayvin (11th) are full of Swede Pride as they tackle academics and social skills together. Once the Swede fever hits… there’s no stopping it! 💚⭐
✨ Meet Rebecca Jacobsen – our Career & Community Coordinator at GPS! ✨
This is Rebecca’s fourth year at GPS, and if you’ve worked with her, you know she brings heart, dedication, and a whole lot of connection to everything she does. Rebecca supports students and families while building meaningful bridges between our school and community. Simply put, she helps our students dream big and plan what’s next. We’re so thankful for the many ways she supports our Swedes every single day! 💛⭐
This is Rebecca’s fourth year at GPS, and if you’ve worked with her, you know she brings heart, dedication, and a whole lot of connection to everything she does. Rebecca supports students and families while building meaningful bridges between our school and community. Simply put, she helps our students dream big and plan what’s next. We’re so thankful for the many ways she supports our Swedes every single day! 💛⭐
We have a Community Partner today at Swede Branch Bank. Be one of the first 75 customers and you'll receive a 22 oz. lemonade coupon from Raisin' Canes! See you and our SWEDE TEAM bank tellers this morning!
🎉 Find Your People is BACK! 🎉
After a little break for Christmas, we’re officially back—and so is the fashion fun! Staff and students jumped right back into twinning mode and came ready to start 2026 in style.
💚 Mrs. Ostergard & Mrs. McKenna were the perfect pair in green sweaters and pink nails. Fashion-forward, confident, and totally owning it.
🏈 Amos & Grace (6th grade) showed off their Broncos pride—clearly, we’ve got some serious fans roaming the halls of GPS!
🏐 Hattie, Morgan, & Kinlee (6th grade) brought the volleyball vibes and 6th-grade pride. Team spirit for the win!
🐆 Mrs. Floyd had no trouble finding her people, twinning with students and bringing some wild, animal-print energy to kick off the new year. Charlie, Grayli, and Lynzy are more than ready to take on the GPS jungle.
After a little break for Christmas, we’re officially back—and so is the fashion fun! Staff and students jumped right back into twinning mode and came ready to start 2026 in style.
💚 Mrs. Ostergard & Mrs. McKenna were the perfect pair in green sweaters and pink nails. Fashion-forward, confident, and totally owning it.
🏈 Amos & Grace (6th grade) showed off their Broncos pride—clearly, we’ve got some serious fans roaming the halls of GPS!
🏐 Hattie, Morgan, & Kinlee (6th grade) brought the volleyball vibes and 6th-grade pride. Team spirit for the win!
🐆 Mrs. Floyd had no trouble finding her people, twinning with students and bringing some wild, animal-print energy to kick off the new year. Charlie, Grayli, and Lynzy are more than ready to take on the GPS jungle.
🎶 Meet Mrs. Sharayah Phillips! 🎶
Mrs. Phillips co-teaches high school choir and accompanies our choirs for grades 7–12.
When she’s not making music, she’s pouring her heart into teaching and supporting students every day.
Mrs. Phillips brings talent, passion, and joy to our music program, and we are so lucky to have her.
She loves music, loves teaching, and most of all—loves her students! 🎵✨
Mrs. Phillips co-teaches high school choir and accompanies our choirs for grades 7–12.
When she’s not making music, she’s pouring her heart into teaching and supporting students every day.
Mrs. Phillips brings talent, passion, and joy to our music program, and we are so lucky to have her.
She loves music, loves teaching, and most of all—loves her students! 🎵✨
Swede Branch Bank is OPEN Tomorrow! Start your morning off right with the Cardinal Team! Whether you're saving up for something special or just making a routine deposit, we are ready to help you grow your savings.
When: Tomorrow Morning
Time: 7:40 AM-8:05 AM
Bring your deposits and come say hi to the Cardinal team. See you there!
When: Tomorrow Morning
Time: 7:40 AM-8:05 AM
Bring your deposits and come say hi to the Cardinal team. See you there!
Gothenburg Public Schools has an immediate opening for an evening custodian (2–10 PM).
Help support our students, staff, and activities each evening.
💰 Competitive pay
🏥 Family insurance
🏦 Outstanding retirement benefits
If you want evening hours and long-term benefits, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today at bit.ly/applyGPS
🎄✨ Find Your People – Ugly Sweater Edition! ✨🎄
This week’s Find Your People was all about the Ugly Sweater Contest, and WOW… our staff did not disappoint! From bold and bright to downright hilarious, the holiday spirit was in full force. 🎅🧶
Honestly, our social media followers are the real winners—just wait until you see these photos of our best (and ugliest 😉) holiday-dressed staff members. The creativity, the sparkle, the cheer… we LOVE it all!
This wraps up our final Find Your People post of 2025, and what a fun way to end the year. 💙❤️
Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and wonderful Holiday Break. See you in the new year, Swedes! 🎉🎄💫
This week’s Find Your People was all about the Ugly Sweater Contest, and WOW… our staff did not disappoint! From bold and bright to downright hilarious, the holiday spirit was in full force. 🎅🧶
Honestly, our social media followers are the real winners—just wait until you see these photos of our best (and ugliest 😉) holiday-dressed staff members. The creativity, the sparkle, the cheer… we LOVE it all!
This wraps up our final Find Your People post of 2025, and what a fun way to end the year. 💙❤️
Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and wonderful Holiday Break. See you in the new year, Swedes! 🎉🎄💫
🎄✨ Holiday Harmony at GPS! ✨🎄
The 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Choirs — together with our amazing Elementary Honor Choir — took the stage last night under the wonderful direction of Mrs. Erica Wieseler, and WOW did they shine! 🌟🎶
Families left with full hearts, big smiles, and all the Christmas cheer they could carry. From classic tunes to festive fun, our young musicians brought the magic!
Huge shout-out to Mrs. Erica Wieseler for another joyful and beautifully executed concert. Your talent and dedication make the season bright! ❤️💚
The 4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Choirs — together with our amazing Elementary Honor Choir — took the stage last night under the wonderful direction of Mrs. Erica Wieseler, and WOW did they shine! 🌟🎶
Families left with full hearts, big smiles, and all the Christmas cheer they could carry. From classic tunes to festive fun, our young musicians brought the magic!
Huge shout-out to Mrs. Erica Wieseler for another joyful and beautifully executed concert. Your talent and dedication make the season bright! ❤️💚
🌟 Meet the Superintendent: Dr. Jonas! 🌟
Dr. Jonas is the fearless leader of Gothenburg Public Schools — and the heart of our Swede family! Whether she’s greeting students in the morning, meeting with parents, visiting classrooms, or cheering on Swede activities, she shows up with positivity and purpose every single day. She leads with heart, high expectations, and a deep commitment to doing what’s best for kids. Her energy lifts our entire district, and her passion for education inspires everyone around her. We’re grateful to have her guiding GPS forward!
Dr. Jonas is the fearless leader of Gothenburg Public Schools — and the heart of our Swede family! Whether she’s greeting students in the morning, meeting with parents, visiting classrooms, or cheering on Swede activities, she shows up with positivity and purpose every single day. She leads with heart, high expectations, and a deep commitment to doing what’s best for kids. Her energy lifts our entire district, and her passion for education inspires everyone around her. We’re grateful to have her guiding GPS forward!
🎉 Find Your People – Week 14! 🎉
And guess what… we’re BACK on the twinning train! 🚂💚 All Aboard!!
💚 Mrs. Dea & Crew:
Her class took green to a whole new level — fashion AND festive learning! Holiday vibes + matching outfits = a total win!
👟 Shoe Twins:
We may not know the peeps, but we definitely know those SHOES! These two were strutting the halls in full twinning comfort. Style points = earned. ✔️
💚 Green Takeover:
Teachers AND junior high students showed off every shade of green on the color wheel today. Emerald, forest, olive — we had it all! #GreenDreamTeam
🍒 Ms. Gill & Miss Kennicutt:
Burgundy + cream = instant besties. If friendship had a dress code, it would look exactly like this.
🏈 2nd Grade Bronco Boys:
They brought ALL the tough Bronco vibes. Do NOT mess with them or their favorite NFL team. Orange & blue energy everywhere!
📚 English Twins — Mrs. Graff & Miss Elwood:
Stripes + smiles = the perfect combo for a chilly morning. Cozy AND coordinated!
🖤 Mrs. Long & Mrs. Eggleston:
Black, gray, and all the moody-day coziness. These two know how to twinning on a winter Wednesday.
➗ Mrs. Harrison & Mrs. Rahjes:
Math sweaters. Data dives. Big brain energy. These two are twinning AND winning!
✨ Keep the twinning coming, Swedes! Who will show up next week? Let’s find our people!
And guess what… we’re BACK on the twinning train! 🚂💚 All Aboard!!
💚 Mrs. Dea & Crew:
Her class took green to a whole new level — fashion AND festive learning! Holiday vibes + matching outfits = a total win!
👟 Shoe Twins:
We may not know the peeps, but we definitely know those SHOES! These two were strutting the halls in full twinning comfort. Style points = earned. ✔️
💚 Green Takeover:
Teachers AND junior high students showed off every shade of green on the color wheel today. Emerald, forest, olive — we had it all! #GreenDreamTeam
🍒 Ms. Gill & Miss Kennicutt:
Burgundy + cream = instant besties. If friendship had a dress code, it would look exactly like this.
🏈 2nd Grade Bronco Boys:
They brought ALL the tough Bronco vibes. Do NOT mess with them or their favorite NFL team. Orange & blue energy everywhere!
📚 English Twins — Mrs. Graff & Miss Elwood:
Stripes + smiles = the perfect combo for a chilly morning. Cozy AND coordinated!
🖤 Mrs. Long & Mrs. Eggleston:
Black, gray, and all the moody-day coziness. These two know how to twinning on a winter Wednesday.
➗ Mrs. Harrison & Mrs. Rahjes:
Math sweaters. Data dives. Big brain energy. These two are twinning AND winning!
✨ Keep the twinning coming, Swedes! Who will show up next week? Let’s find our people!
Find Your People - One More!
Mrs. Butterfield and Mrs. Cullan - both MTSS, always bring the smiles, humor, and love to their small groups! Our students are better readers because of them!!
Mrs. Butterfield and Mrs. Cullan - both MTSS, always bring the smiles, humor, and love to their small groups! Our students are better readers because of them!!
🎉 Find Your People – And WOW, did we ever! 🎉
This one is a doozy! Our elementary teachers (and a few fantastic students) decided today was the perfect day for an Underground Dress-Up Day… and let’s just say they NAILED it.
Can you guess the color scheme? 👀
Let’s just say Dudley turned into the most coordinated black-and-white runway we’ve ever seen! This staff-wide prank was pulled off beautifully — and the Admin and students never saw it coming. 🤣🖤🤍
But wait… there’s more!
We also had plenty of teachers and students rocking “On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink!” 💗✨
The styles keep coming, and GPS continues to lead the way in fashion, fun, and learning. We love this crew!
This one is a doozy! Our elementary teachers (and a few fantastic students) decided today was the perfect day for an Underground Dress-Up Day… and let’s just say they NAILED it.
Can you guess the color scheme? 👀
Let’s just say Dudley turned into the most coordinated black-and-white runway we’ve ever seen! This staff-wide prank was pulled off beautifully — and the Admin and students never saw it coming. 🤣🖤🤍
But wait… there’s more!
We also had plenty of teachers and students rocking “On Wednesdays, We Wear Pink!” 💗✨
The styles keep coming, and GPS continues to lead the way in fashion, fun, and learning. We love this crew!
