Cheer on the SWEDES!! Tickets for the upcoming State Cross Country meet must be purchased online through GoFan.
Also, a ticket kiosk will be located at the main entrance of the Kearney Country Club. This kiosk is debit/credit ONLY – NO CASH!
https://gofan.co/app/school/NSAA
Check out the attached "Frequently Asked Questions" for our K-6th grade Swede Branch Flatwater Bank which will be opening on Wednesday, October 18th @ 7:40 a.m.
We are so proud of our students and staff for a great 1st Quarter at Gothenburg Elementary. Over 100 Positive Office Referrals were submitted for Prek-6th students. Keep doing things "The Swede Way" by being RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, SAFE, & KIND! (https://youtu.be/EFQ7Oj1cXqY)
IT WAS A GREAT WEEK TO BE A SWEDE!!!
1. The Marching Band participated in the Harvest of Harmony Parade in Grand Island this past Saturday and had a total score of 71. This is the highest score they have received at this competition!
2. The Softball team beat Fort Calhoun on our home field last Saturday and won the NSAA C-8 District Championship! They qualified for the NSAA Class C State Championships in Hastings for the first time since 2014. They lost to Hastings St. Cecilia 7-3, beat Aquinas Catholic 7-6, and lost to Central City 7-2. They finished the year 25-12!
3. The Boys Cross Country team won the NSAA C-5 District Championship! This is their 4th straight year that they qualified for State. They will compete in the NSAA Class C State Championships in Kearney on Friday, October 20th. Team members include Tyler Hetz, Parker Graves, Ethan Olsen, Yahriel Gaeta, Nathan Sager, and Evan Pelzer.
4. The Girls Cross Country team had 2 girls qualify for the NSAA Class C State Championships in Kearney on Friday, October 20th. Adeline Pinkston and Kiarra Jonas will compete for the Swedes. The last time the girls team had a state qualifier was in 2019.
5. The Volleyball team beat Lexington and Holdrege. They are currently 26-1 and ranked #3 in C-1! Congratulations to Head Coach Bryson Mahlberg! He celebrated his 200th career win this past week!
6. The Football team won its second game in a row by defeating Minden 24-0 on Homecoming! They are currently 5-3.
We had a great group of educators from @GBurgSwedes at the @NeMTSS Summit today! Informative sessions that inspired, validated, and prompted great collaboration! #NeMTSS23 “What is a small thing you do every day that matters?”
A visible sign on a staff member's door at Gothenburg Public Schools! What a great mindset and focus for our day! I'm confident our staff and students will tackle the day with the idea of making it better for someone else! #SwedesLead
Something that always brightens my day at Gothenburg Public Schools is visiting Mrs. Bell's preschool class! Recently they "showed off" their best writing of the letters they know how to properly form! Great routines, motor plan, & practice! #SwedesLead
Due to the weather forecast on Friday, Oct. 13, the Homecoming Parade will NOT take place. Gothenburg High School will follow a 2:30 bell schedule that day Pep Rally taking place in the North Gym at that time.
Please note: Dudley Elementary will follow a regular bell schedule.
Our Swede Branch Bank will open for business on Wednesday, October 18th. Please read over the FAQ document that was sent home with all K-6 students for all details.
Due to an expected overflow crowd, Gothenburg Public Schools' regularly scheduled Board Meeting will take place in the PAC at 7PM this evening. Those choosing to watch from home can watch on the Swede Activities Youtube channel which can be accessed from our homepage.
Please Note: Public participation is limited to the attached guidelines. Community members who wish to address the board will be asked to state their name and sign on up on the provided clipboard upon arrival so the board can determine the appropriate amount of time for public comment.
Important Points of Emphasis: Public comment is an opportunity for community members to speak but does not mean the board can engage in dialogue. No action will be taken on any item not listed on our published agenda which can be accessed at https://bit.ly/45pymB6
Due to the projected weather forecast later this week, the C-5 District Cross Country Meet scheduled for Thursday, October 12th, has been moved to Wednesday, October 11th. Start time will remain the same, 4:30 P.M. CST.
(Coffee) Shop Talk
Stakeholders: We are excited to have (Coffee) Shop Talk at Stories Gathering Place on Tuesday, October 10th at 9AM.
Please Note: We will NOT be able to discuss personnel matters at this meeting. We CAN talk about ACT score or the feedback we have requested from our 9-12 parents regarding English novels if that is a topic the group would like to discuss.
As a reminder, (Coffee) Shop Talk is an opportunity to engage in two-way conversation in an informal setting. We hope to see you there!
Best of luck to the Softball team as they compete at the NSAA State Softball Championships this week! Good luck to everyone else competing this week as well!
Let's go Swedes!
Way to go Swedes! State softball on Wednesday! Parents - we are planning a regular Wednesday dismissal time of 2:30 pm.
Districts Champions and STATE BOUND! Congratulations to the girl’s softball team on a gritty and hard fought two games today! See you all in Hastings on Wednesday!
☕ Join Us for (Coffee) Shop Talk on Tuesday, October 10th at 9AM! ☕
An opportunity to discuss important matters in an informal and friendly setting – (Coffee) Shop Talk!
At (Coffee) Shop Talk, you'll have the opportunity to:
✅ Share Your Thoughts: It's a platform to voice your ideas, concerns, and suggestions directly with our Superintendent. Your input matters, and we want to hear from you!
✅ Build Connections: Connect with fellow community members, parents, and neighbors who share your passion for our schools and community.
✅ Enjoy Great Coffee: We'll be meeting at Stories Gathering Place, where you can savor your favorite brew while engaging in meaningful conversations.
We believe that strong schools are the heart of a thriving community, and your insights are invaluable in shaping our educational initiatives. So, grab a cup of coffee, bring your questions, and let's chat about the topics that matter most to you.
See you there, and let's make (Coffee) Shop Talk an enriching and enjoyable experience for all! ☕🗣️📢 #CommunityConnection #CoffeeShopTalk
Attention Swede families!
I'm excited to announce that our annual book fair is just around the corner! This year's fair will be held in the elem. library from November 6th - 9th! More information will be coming soon via Facebook and notes sent home with our students.
Be watching for information coming home with your child about the annual COIN DRIVE the week prior to the fair (Oct. 30th - Nov 3rd).
We can't wait to see YOU at the Book Fair! ~Mrs. Harrison
Attention Swedes!!
4th-6th Grade Progress Reports will be coming home with your child on Friday! Please check their backpacks and take some time to reflect on their performance during August & September. This is a great time to celebrate, set goals and encourage hard work to achieve them!
We have received the Fall School Pictures! Please watch backpacks today or Thursday as they will be sent home with your child. Retake Day is scheduled for Monday, October 2nd if you would like to have a new photo taken or if your child missed the first round of photos!
