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!
🎶 Meet the Teacher: Mr. Johnson! 🎶
Music doesn’t just fill his classroom—it runs through his veins! Mr. Johnson, our amazing 5th–12th Band Teacher and High School Choir Director, brings energy, passion, and heart to everything he does.
Whether he’s mastering a brand-new instrument, prepping students for concerts and pep band, or cheering them on at their activities, Mr. Johnson is always in his students’ corner.
His love for music is powerful—but his love for students is even stronger.
Music doesn’t just fill his classroom—it runs through his veins! Mr. Johnson, our amazing 5th–12th Band Teacher and High School Choir Director, brings energy, passion, and heart to everything he does.
Whether he’s mastering a brand-new instrument, prepping students for concerts and pep band, or cheering them on at their activities, Mr. Johnson is always in his students’ corner.
His love for music is powerful—but his love for students is even stronger.
We are excited to announce that the Swede Branch Bank will be open on Wednesday, December 3rd!
We also have a special Community Partner joining us: Midwest Clay Crushers! They are generously giving $1.00 to every student who makes a deposit. What a great way to watch your savings grow!
Our Swede Team bank tellers will be ready and waiting to accept your deposits. We can't wait to see you!
Are YOU ready to save?
We also have a special Community Partner joining us: Midwest Clay Crushers! They are generously giving $1.00 to every student who makes a deposit. What a great way to watch your savings grow!
Our Swede Team bank tellers will be ready and waiting to accept your deposits. We can't wait to see you!
Are YOU ready to save?
🏈👟 Jersey & Joggers Day at GPS! 👟🏈
Our amazing Gothenburg Public School staff showed up in style — sporting their favorite jerseys and comfiest joggers — all for an incredible cause!
Together, we’re raising funds so our youngest community members can receive YMCA memberships, giving them more opportunities to learn, move, grow, and live healthy lifestyles. Thank you to our staff for leading with heart (and looking fabulous while doing it)!
Our amazing Gothenburg Public School staff showed up in style — sporting their favorite jerseys and comfiest joggers — all for an incredible cause!
Together, we’re raising funds so our youngest community members can receive YMCA memberships, giving them more opportunities to learn, move, grow, and live healthy lifestyles. Thank you to our staff for leading with heart (and looking fabulous while doing it)!
📣 Meet the Teacher! 📣
This week we’re shining the spotlight on someone who brings creativity, passion, and BIG energy to Gothenburg High School…
🎉 MISS ELWOOD! 🎉
High School English Teacher • Photography Guru • All-Around Creative Rockstar 📸✨
Miss Elwood teaches High School English and Photography, and she pours her heart into everything she does. Her classroom is a place where stories come alive, creativity is encouraged, and every student is reminded that their voice matters.
💛 Miss Elwood has a true passion for life and learning. She leads with heart, celebrates student success, and shows up every day ready to make a difference.
Help us give a big Swede shout-out to Miss Elwood—a teacher who encourages, empowers, and elevates our students every single day!
This week we’re shining the spotlight on someone who brings creativity, passion, and BIG energy to Gothenburg High School…
🎉 MISS ELWOOD! 🎉
High School English Teacher • Photography Guru • All-Around Creative Rockstar 📸✨
Miss Elwood teaches High School English and Photography, and she pours her heart into everything she does. Her classroom is a place where stories come alive, creativity is encouraged, and every student is reminded that their voice matters.
💛 Miss Elwood has a true passion for life and learning. She leads with heart, celebrates student success, and shows up every day ready to make a difference.
Help us give a big Swede shout-out to Miss Elwood—a teacher who encourages, empowers, and elevates our students every single day!
🎉 Find Your People – WEEK 12! 🎉
This week was TWINS… TRIPLETS… and even some unexpected look-alikes! 👯♀️👯♂️✨
We found LOTS of “people” this week and they ROCKED it:
💪 Mr. Neels (5th), Clay (6th), & Kallie (6th) showed off strength, flexibility, and big-hearted determination—even when life hands out crutches and walkers. Talk about a powerful trio! 💙🦾
📚 Miss Elwood & Ms. Beavers (HS English Duo) twinned in denim and their fashionable glasses while diving into the literary universe. If matching brilliance was a vibe—THEY NAILED IT. 🤓✨
🎨 And our favorite moment—Nicole (1st grade) twinning with her OWN artwork from Mrs. Stortenbecker’s class! Now THAT’S creativity meeting fashion. 🖼️💖
🧵 Mrs. Wiggins (Tech Director) & Mrs. Franzen (HS Science) twinned with adorable patchwork designs and gorgeous brunette locks. Cozy chic meets super smart! 🤩
🖤 Ms. Clark (Speech/History) & Ms. Vang (Business Director) strutted through the day in matching blacks + leopard print. Fierce. Confident. Ready to SLAY. 🐆🔥
💙 Mrs. Stienike (2nd–4th Counselor), Ms. Holt (MTSS Para), and Grayli (Kindergarten) brought ALL the Swede Pride to the Dudley hallways. Blue + gold never looked so good! 💛💙
Another fabulous week of fun, connection, and school spirit!
🎉 FIND YOUR PEOPLE – This week was INCREDIBLE! 🎉
You all showed up and showed out with the vibes, the colors, the outfits, and the FUN! Check out some of the amazing duos (and trios!) who FOUND THEIR PEOPLE this week at GPS! 👇✨
👟 Comfy Crew:
Luke Reidel & Kyler Dinslage (3rd) brought all the cozy, comfy vibes to the halls — and we were here for it!
💗 Pretty in Pink:
Mrs. Andres (5th) & Grace Hengen (6th) rocked pink and matching smiles. Total icons.
💛💙 Swede Pride Squad:
Mrs. Rahjes (3rd) & Miss Kennicutt (2nd) were glowing in their Swede Vibes! Blue + gold = bold!
💗 Pink Power Duo:
Mr. Hamilton (MTSS) & community legend Mr. Rod Baker took pink to a whole new level. Real men wear pink — and they rock it!
⭐ Awana Ambassadors:
Adelyn Meyer & Gabby Kollbo (both 3rd) proudly showed off their Awana gear. Future leaders right there!
👖 Denim Dream Team – 4th Grade Edition:
Mrs. Larson & Mrs. Anderjaska matched in their stylish jean vibes down the 4th grade hallway. Trendsetters!
👖 Denim Dream Team – Round Two!
Mrs. Mroczek (2nd) & Mrs. Stortenbecker (Art) doubled down on the denim. The hallways never looked so good!
🇺🇸 Patriotic Power Trio:
Mrs. Floyd (Principal), Dr. Jonas (Superintendent), & Mrs. McKenna (SpEd Dir/Asst Principal) brought the red + white energy and made it look GOOD.
💚🖤 Greens, Blacks & Good Vibes:
Miss Kennicutt (2nd) & Mrs. Stienike (Counselor) matched up again with those bold greens and blacks. Fashion on point!
💛 Dudley Duo:
Mrs. Floyd & Mrs. Stienike capped off the week with full-on Dudley vibes — leading by example!
You all showed up and showed out with the vibes, the colors, the outfits, and the FUN! Check out some of the amazing duos (and trios!) who FOUND THEIR PEOPLE this week at GPS! 👇✨
👟 Comfy Crew:
Luke Reidel & Kyler Dinslage (3rd) brought all the cozy, comfy vibes to the halls — and we were here for it!
💗 Pretty in Pink:
Mrs. Andres (5th) & Grace Hengen (6th) rocked pink and matching smiles. Total icons.
💛💙 Swede Pride Squad:
Mrs. Rahjes (3rd) & Miss Kennicutt (2nd) were glowing in their Swede Vibes! Blue + gold = bold!
💗 Pink Power Duo:
Mr. Hamilton (MTSS) & community legend Mr. Rod Baker took pink to a whole new level. Real men wear pink — and they rock it!
⭐ Awana Ambassadors:
Adelyn Meyer & Gabby Kollbo (both 3rd) proudly showed off their Awana gear. Future leaders right there!
👖 Denim Dream Team – 4th Grade Edition:
Mrs. Larson & Mrs. Anderjaska matched in their stylish jean vibes down the 4th grade hallway. Trendsetters!
👖 Denim Dream Team – Round Two!
Mrs. Mroczek (2nd) & Mrs. Stortenbecker (Art) doubled down on the denim. The hallways never looked so good!
🇺🇸 Patriotic Power Trio:
Mrs. Floyd (Principal), Dr. Jonas (Superintendent), & Mrs. McKenna (SpEd Dir/Asst Principal) brought the red + white energy and made it look GOOD.
💚🖤 Greens, Blacks & Good Vibes:
Miss Kennicutt (2nd) & Mrs. Stienike (Counselor) matched up again with those bold greens and blacks. Fashion on point!
💛 Dudley Duo:
Mrs. Floyd & Mrs. Stienike capped off the week with full-on Dudley vibes — leading by example!
🌟 Meet Mrs. Ostendorf! 🌟
1st Grade Teacher • Curiosity Creator • Learning Cheerleader
If you’ve ever walked past Mrs. Ostendorf's classroom, you know the energy is electric! ⚡️ Her students don’t just learn — they wonder, explore, question, and get genuinely excited about school every single day.
💛 She works tirelessly to create a learning environment where every student feels safe, supported, and ready to shine.
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✨ She’s the teacher who always goes the extra mile — and then runs a few more just because she cares.
We are so lucky to have Mrs. Ostendorf on our GPS team. She’s one of the BEST! 💛🖤
1st Grade Teacher • Curiosity Creator • Learning Cheerleader
If you’ve ever walked past Mrs. Ostendorf's classroom, you know the energy is electric! ⚡️ Her students don’t just learn — they wonder, explore, question, and get genuinely excited about school every single day.
💛 She works tirelessly to create a learning environment where every student feels safe, supported, and ready to shine.
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✨ She’s the teacher who always goes the extra mile — and then runs a few more just because she cares.
We are so lucky to have Mrs. Ostendorf on our GPS team. She’s one of the BEST! 💛🖤
