🎉 Find Your People – Lots of Fun This Week! 🎉
We had all the good vibes around GPS this week—and the matching game was strong! 💙💛
✨ Our Counselors absolutely rocked the looks as they celebrated National School Counselor Appreciation Week in style. We are so lucky to have Mrs. Bartels, Mrs. Stienike, Mrs. Baker, and Mrs. Waddle—truly the best of the best!
🛌 Addy & Jazi (6th) were living their best cozy life in matching pajamas—giddy-up!
🐆 Ms. Holt & Grayli (K) showed their wild side with matching pants and even bigger matching smiles.
🕷️ Brantley & Braxton rolled into Kindergarten united by one thing: a serious love for Spider-Man!
😴 Mrs. Rahjes & Caleb (3rd) were twinning and winning during 3rd grade Pajama Day fun.
This is what Find Your People looks like—connection, joy, and a whole lot of Swede Pride!
We had all the good vibes around GPS this week—and the matching game was strong! 💙💛
✨ Our Counselors absolutely rocked the looks as they celebrated National School Counselor Appreciation Week in style. We are so lucky to have Mrs. Bartels, Mrs. Stienike, Mrs. Baker, and Mrs. Waddle—truly the best of the best!
🛌 Addy & Jazi (6th) were living their best cozy life in matching pajamas—giddy-up!
🐆 Ms. Holt & Grayli (K) showed their wild side with matching pants and even bigger matching smiles.
🕷️ Brantley & Braxton rolled into Kindergarten united by one thing: a serious love for Spider-Man!
😴 Mrs. Rahjes & Caleb (3rd) were twinning and winning during 3rd grade Pajama Day fun.
This is what Find Your People looks like—connection, joy, and a whole lot of Swede Pride!
✨ Meet the Director of Teaching & Learning! ✨
This week, we’re excited to spotlight Maggie Tiller, our Director of Teaching and Learning! Mrs. Tiller plays a key role in keeping our district focused on high-quality instruction by leading work around curriculum, mentoring, and Professional Learning Communities. She is a steady guide for our teachers, a thoughtful collaborator, and a champion for continuous growth—always encouraging us to be our best selves, every single day.
This week, we’re excited to spotlight Maggie Tiller, our Director of Teaching and Learning! Mrs. Tiller plays a key role in keeping our district focused on high-quality instruction by leading work around curriculum, mentoring, and Professional Learning Communities. She is a steady guide for our teachers, a thoughtful collaborator, and a champion for continuous growth—always encouraging us to be our best selves, every single day.
Notice is hereby given that Gothenburg Public Schools has approval of a proposed superintendent employment contract/contract amendment on its agenda for the board meeting to be held on February 9th, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) in the High School Media Center at Gothenburg Public Schools, Gothenburg, Nebraska.
Find Your People 💙🤍
Swede gear, pops of pink, and animal prints were ALL the rage this week at GPS!
Rick, Maggie (9th), and Jesse showed up strong while supporting the Best Speech Team around 🗣️💪
Kelly Beveridge and Mrs. Floyd brought the Swede spirit AND the moves straight into the basketball game 🏀💃
Aubrey and Blakely (4th) rocked soft hues with sharp minds in the classroom ✨📚
Mrs. Tiller and Mrs. McKenna faced off in pinks vs. blacks—don’t worry, this is the only time they’ll be on opposite sides 😉
Tucker and Elliot (K) came through with winning belt buckles and even bigger smiles 🤠🏆
Oakley, Theron (6th), and Mrs. Rahjes matched the Nebraska skies this week in cool grays ☁️
Renley and Jaxon (2nd) showed their love as HUGE Pokémon fans ⚡🎮
Mackenzie (4), Mrs. Floyd, Mrs. Malcom, and Sloane (4) took learning to the wild side in the halls of Dudley 🐾
Mrs. Larson, Mrs. Wyatt, Mrs. McKenna, and Mr. Neels all agree:
“We Wear Pink on Wednesdays.” 💕
And finally—Sloane, Mrs. Floyd, Mrs. Ostergard, Grayli (K), and Mrs. Malcom were spotted thriving in their natural habitat… GPS! 🌿💙
Swede gear, pops of pink, and animal prints were ALL the rage this week at GPS!
Rick, Maggie (9th), and Jesse showed up strong while supporting the Best Speech Team around 🗣️💪
Kelly Beveridge and Mrs. Floyd brought the Swede spirit AND the moves straight into the basketball game 🏀💃
Aubrey and Blakely (4th) rocked soft hues with sharp minds in the classroom ✨📚
Mrs. Tiller and Mrs. McKenna faced off in pinks vs. blacks—don’t worry, this is the only time they’ll be on opposite sides 😉
Tucker and Elliot (K) came through with winning belt buckles and even bigger smiles 🤠🏆
Oakley, Theron (6th), and Mrs. Rahjes matched the Nebraska skies this week in cool grays ☁️
Renley and Jaxon (2nd) showed their love as HUGE Pokémon fans ⚡🎮
Mackenzie (4), Mrs. Floyd, Mrs. Malcom, and Sloane (4) took learning to the wild side in the halls of Dudley 🐾
Mrs. Larson, Mrs. Wyatt, Mrs. McKenna, and Mr. Neels all agree:
“We Wear Pink on Wednesdays.” 💕
And finally—Sloane, Mrs. Floyd, Mrs. Ostergard, Grayli (K), and Mrs. Malcom were spotted thriving in their natural habitat… GPS! 🌿💙
Mrs. Floyd warmly invites ALL Dudley parents and guardians to our Annual Title I Parent Meeting! This is more than just a meeting—it’s a chance for us to collaborate and shape the future of Dudley Elementary!
Why Join Us?
Share Your Voice: Help us brainstorm ideas for future family events.
Stay Informed: Get the inside scoop on our School-wide Title I Plan.
Empower Your Child: Take home practical reading and math strategies.
Get Excited: Be the first to hear about our upcoming One School, One Book initiative!
Get Involved: Discuss and share volunteer opportunities and ask questions that are on your mind!
When & Where: February 12th @ 6:15 p.m. (Dudley Elementary Library)
Bonus: Enter your child’s name for a chance to win FREE books. We can’t wait to see you there and work together to support our amazing students!
Why Join Us?
Share Your Voice: Help us brainstorm ideas for future family events.
Stay Informed: Get the inside scoop on our School-wide Title I Plan.
Empower Your Child: Take home practical reading and math strategies.
Get Excited: Be the first to hear about our upcoming One School, One Book initiative!
Get Involved: Discuss and share volunteer opportunities and ask questions that are on your mind!
When & Where: February 12th @ 6:15 p.m. (Dudley Elementary Library)
Bonus: Enter your child’s name for a chance to win FREE books. We can’t wait to see you there and work together to support our amazing students!
Meet the Teacher:
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Ms. Janda, our incredibly talented and creative art teacher who truly goes above and beyond for her students! From encouraging artistic risk-taking to helping students refine their skills, Ms. Janda makes sure every learner feels confident, capable, and proud of their work.
This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Ms. Janda, our incredibly talented and creative art teacher who truly goes above and beyond for her students! From encouraging artistic risk-taking to helping students refine their skills, Ms. Janda makes sure every learner feels confident, capable, and proud of their work.
📢 Attention 4-6th Grade Parents 📢
Join us in the PAC Room on Wednesday, Feb. 4th at 5:00 pm to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. educational trip! 🇺🇸
Discover how each traveler can qualify for a $500 Early Bird Scholarship—a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Click here to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/45874783596?rsvp_id=45874783596
We look forward to seeing you there!
Megan Reed & Kylee Malcom
Gothenburg MS
Join us in the PAC Room on Wednesday, Feb. 4th at 5:00 pm to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. educational trip! 🇺🇸
Discover how each traveler can qualify for a $500 Early Bird Scholarship—a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Click here to RSVP: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/45874783596?rsvp_id=45874783596
We look forward to seeing you there!
Megan Reed & Kylee Malcom
Gothenburg MS
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.
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! 🎵✨
