Swede Fans... please note that the start of the 1:00 CST volleyball game will be DELAYED due to weather out west (on the way to Sidney). Travel has been slow and the team will be arriving later than planned. We'll update with a start time as soon as we know more
The livestream for the football and volleyball games this weekend in Sidney will now be available at https://bit.ly/SRTVHUDLTV
*Streaming costs for post-season is different than in-season.
There will be a streaming fee to watch the football game. The volleyball game stream will be free.
*Down load the team1sports app to watch the stream. (available at the link above.)

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
The Board of Education of Gothenburg Public Schools will meet at 7:00 p.m. on October 30, 2023, in the Performing Arts Center located within the High School at 1322 Avenue I, Gothenburg, NE. A copy of the agenda, kept continuously current, is available for public inspection in the office of the Superintendent of Schools at the district office.
We have some smart readers learning how to compare and contrast at Gothenburg Elementary and who are practicing reading their decodables with a "GLOWING" attitude! Highly engaged students with multiple opportunities to practice. When we practice, we GROW!




Swede Branch Bank had another great day of business. A student shared this morning that he was on his way to the bank to make an investment. Love that our students are learning to save their money and that our 6th grade tellers are leading the way! #SwedesLead




Gothenburg Public Schools is seeking to hire a part-time Activities Custodian. Working hours include nights and weekends after hosted activities. $20/hour

The Swedes were Runner-Up at the SWC tournament today. These ladies battled hard against Minden… the only team that has defeated the Swedes. The post-season starts Monday and the Swedes have a 29-2 record.

Back-2-back CHAMPIONS!! Help us celebrate the Swedes - Boys Class C State Cross Country Champions! The team will be escorted into town on Sat. and arrive at the HS parking at 10:00 am. Come join in the State Champion Celebration!!!

We have a great opportunity for your birth to kindergarten age child that builds in quality family time and will improve their performance in school. Talk to Mrs. Floyd, the public library, or any early learning teacher for more info about the #1000booksbeforetheendofkindergarten challenge! Currently 19,100 books have been read to children in their homes. Reading aloud to your child, makes a huge difference!




Today was the GRAND OPENING of the Swede Branch of Flatwater Bank. Our 16 sixth grade tellers did an outstanding job of being professionals as they greeted 56 students who made their initial deposit into a savings account at OUR BANK. #SwedesLead










We look forward to seeing you at P/T Conferences tomorrow. Teachers have been working hard in preparation for this important time with parents/guardians. Please check out the Lost & Found (L & F Boutique) to claim anything that may be missing from your child's closet!




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.

