Superintendent Weekly Update
March 27th, 2023
Volume 2/Issue 29 - March 27th, 2023
Halfway through the 3rd quarter and getting ready to hit this next two weeks hard as Easter Break is right around the corner!
Recap of the Week!
Track Results from David City! (1 of 4)
Track Results from David City! (2 of 4)
Track Results from David City! (3 of 4)
Baseball Signup
Clinic with D-Bat
Any students from the ages of 8-14 are able to attend a clinic put on here at the Shelby Ball Fields! Sheets available in the offices.
-- April 15th - Softball Clinic
-- April 23rd - Baseball Clinic
Great opportunity to work on fundamentals!
Softball Signup
Clinic with D-Bat
Any students from the ages of 8-14 are able to attend a clinic put on here at the Shelby Ball Fields! Sheets available in the offices.
-- April 15th - Softball Clinic
-- April 23rd - Baseball Clinic
Great opportunity to work on fundamentals!
Track Results from David City! (4 of 4)
State Degrees!
Congratulations to Angel Barnes and Alexa Carter on receiving their State FFA Degrees! These two girls were interviewed on February, 4th and will receive their State Degrees at the Nebraska State FFA Convention on Friday, March 31st!
Get your Yearbooks here!
Yearbooks for sale! Get yours today! Use the QR Code on the flyer.
Father/Daughter Dance
This year's Father/Daughter dance is scheduled for April 16th! Information should be coming home today with the 6th graders and tomorrow with everyone else!
Introducing your 2023-2024 S-RC Cheer & Dance Team!!
Congratulations ladies 🥳
Save the Date!
Activities Banquet
Prom Details
Post Prom Shirt Order here:
https://srcpostprom.itemorder.com/
Deadline for ordering is April 2nd, 2023 at 11:59pm!
#enchantedgarden
SRC Wrestling Camp
Mark your calendar!! Excited to announce SRC wrestling camp June 19th-21st, for incoming 3rd-12th graders. Sign up sheet to follow in a few weeks!!
Opening for our Public Library
Come be a part of the Husky family!
Inventure Day (1 of 3)
Inventure Day (2 of 3)
Inventure Day (3 of 3)
3 county schools all together!
SENIORS!!!!
Senior Sketches Due to Paper
Please respond to the questionnaire, send a Vertical Close Up Picture and send to polkcountynews@yahoo.com! If you could get these send in over the weekend, that would be great!
Thank you!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
NASA!!!
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
12th grade Student of the Month for February!
11th grade Student of the Month for February!
10th grade Student of the Month for February!
9th grade Student of the Month for February!
8th grade Student of the Month for February!
7th grade Student of the Month for February!
6th grade Student of the Month for February!
SOM!
FFA CDE Participants
Staff of the Month for January!
Staff of the Month for December
Staff of the Month for December
gathering all at one time is tough :)
Up Next at S-RC:
March 27th (Monday) -
- Boys Golf Triangular @ Osceola (4pm)
- March 28th (Tuesday) -
- MTSS Meeting (7:45am)
- JH Track Meet @ Cross County (3pm)
- March 29th (Wednesday) -
- PLC's (7:45am)
- FFA State Convention (Day 1 of 3)
- Superintendent Meeting (Zoom) (9am)
- March 30th (Thursday) -
- FFA State Convention (Day 2 of 3)
- Marzano Day III with Otis (7:45am)
- March 31st (Friday) -
- FFA State Convention (Day 3 of 3)
- Kindergarten Round-Up (8:30am)
- Varsity Track @ Osceola (9am)
- April 1st (Saturday) -
Staff Shoutouts
- Kelly Willis, Heather Thompson and all staff who helped with Title 1 evening - We had such a fun evening on Friday with our Movie Night with our families! Thank you to these individuals who put on a great event, made tasty popcorn and had everything perfect for an awesome family evening!
- Brian Evans - Thank you for your dedication to our students but special thanks for putting on a great afterschool program for our ELL students and families!
- Madisyn Jakub - Thank you for your hardwork and dedication throughout the year with our cheer/dance squad! The girls improved every day and we appreciate the support at the sporting events!
What's New at SRC?
Maintenance or School Items:
Items of purchase
- Light Replacement (on going)
Projects
- Landscaping (spring)
- Repair/Replace Security Cameras (still waiting on quotes)
- Joint Sealing Replacement (End of School)
What is going on at SRC?
- New Bleachers for our East Gym on April 3rd
- FFA State!
- FBLA State!
ICU
ICU Expectations!
Let's get ready to roll!
98.2%
Little much for my liking, let's turn it around!
- 28 assignments missing from 18 students
Where in the World is Tejkl?
March 27th - In District
- Interview (10:30am)
- BIP Meeting (3:45pm)
- Boys Golf (4:30pm)
March 28th - In District
- MTSS Meeting (7:45am)
- Interview (9am)
- JH Track (4pm)
March 29th- In District
- PLC's (7:45am)
- Superintendent Meeting [zoom] (9am)
March 30th - Out of District
- Out of State
March 31st - Out of District
- Out of State
April 1st - Out of District
- Out of State
Message from Mr. Tejkl
"It starts and ends with communication..."
Good morning!
Half way through the 3rd quarter and it seems like we are hitting our stride. Our students are doing amazing things inside of the classroom and throughout their activities. Our teachers are continuing to push the boundaries of what "normal" looks like in a classroom and making learning engaging. Then our support staff continue to be the rockstars that perform behind the scenes to keep everything moving seamlessly. It takes everyone to continue to reach the expectations that we set at the beginning of the year.
How can we all continue to improve and be our best when so spread out or with schedules overlapping or just plain all over the place? It starts and ends with communication. For us to be successful with our jobs, with our tasks or just in general with life; we need to make sure that we understand that communication is essential. If I want to become better than I was yesterday, I need to listen to those around me on how they believe I can do that. I take that advice, I start to slowly implement it through my day and I can then push myself farther in the eyes of others.
Communication allows us to see the perspective and the point of view from another's eyes. The thing we somewhat lose in society is the concept that it is either this way or that. My way or no way. Another thing that occurs is that we get so wrapped up with, "what if they don't agree with me and then they don't like me or they want to get rid of me from their lives?" It is all a mind game by that point but to sort it out is a simple process...communicate. Discuss, argue respectfully and gain knowledge/perspective from others. It doesn't mean you have to go left, right or middle. It just means you respect others opinions and point of views which then can make our world just a little bigger.
Continue to be there for one another and continue to have those communication lanes open.
Have a great evening and I will see you all tomorrow!
Quote of the week to reflect on:
"To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others."
Tony Robbins
Sincerely,
Tucker Tejkl
Why WE Love SRC!!!
When "The Dude" speaks, you listen
"I think the gift of time is possibly the most precious commodity we can offer. I have taught many families through the years and teaching from the oldest to the youngest siblings in a family unit holds a high honor.
I have had those instances of teaching the children of the parents I have instructed over the years. That is how a great relationship is built.
If a student has a problem, just being there to listen, offer advice, or add a few dollars towards necessities to help them achieve greatness in a safer environment. Most never forget an act of kindness that was extended towards them." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Mark Nebuda
9-12 Industrial Technology Instructor
Being There
"As a superintendent, I pride myself on being in the hallways, getting in classrooms when I can, and also attending as many events that our students are a part of.
Sometimes you can see students who have a look like something isn't right. I appreciate that they will come to me when I call them over to ask them what is going on or how can I help.
It may be something that is out of my control but I believe they appreciate that someone is willing to ask what is going on or offer help. This shows them that it is okay to talk about what is on their mind and to also reach out to others who may be feeling down and out." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Tucker Tejkl,
Superintendent
Making memories
"Some of the memories that make me the proudest to be in the field of education come from behind the scenes of the regular school day. It's the teamwork and the dedication from teachers before school, after school, or during the summer. It's the laughs in the back-to-school aisles when we run into each other because we just can't help but buy extra crayons, scissors, folders, and notebooks for students who may not have them.
It's the camaraderie from teachers and staff getting together to make tutus after school ensuring students have an awesome and unforgettable 2.22.22. Going above and beyond is something that just comes naturally for so many educators and here at Shelby-Rising City we are lucky to have the best!" #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Heather Thompson,
Principal
What is your Why?
"My greatest moments include seeing my former students as adults and hearing about their lives. My favorite was when a student told me that "math is no fun, but you somehow make it bearable!"
The number of relationships I have built over the years with students make each day worthwhile in the classroom. I love math and I get so excited when my students get the light bulb to click!" #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Becky Schueth,
High School Math
Why I love teaching!
"I had a 1st-grade student who would refuse to work and would get mad. The classroom teacher would try to talk to him but he would only get more upset. He would often come to my room to calm down and get some work done.
One day he saw I had a blanket and put it over the table. He said it was too bright in my room and proceeded to go under the table. Then, after a few minutes, he asked for his work. I asked him how he was going to see his paper and he wasn't sure. I asked if a flashlight would work and he said yes and completed his work.
When he went back to class, we shared this with the classroom teacher. She then covered one of her tables for him to do his homework when the lights were too bright. While this worked most of the time, there was one day that was really bad.
He came into my room to work and all of a sudden started tossing chairs, desks, and everything off my shelves. I took the other students to my office and shut the door and asked a para and another teacher to stay as support. I had to calm him so we sat on the floor. While we were on the floor and he started to calm down, I asked him what was wrong. He said he was hot.
So, I asked the other teacher to grab a fan and we set it so that it was blowing on him. As we continued sitting there, he told me that when his temperature changes he gets mad and can't control it. So, we came up with a plan when this starts to happen that he could use the fan in the classroom or my room to cool down. He started doing better in school and made me realize that knowing your students well helps you to be a better teacher." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Renee Bilstein,
High School Special Education
What stands out to you?
"During our book fair this year, two school employees had donated money so students who could not afford books could buy them. This is in addition to our Husky Heart program, which was funded by our change war. The two employees put their faith in me to identify those kids and put the money to good use.
One day, we had a student who was browsing, and they had that look in their eye. I didn't know about that student's situation at the time. Because of the donations of two employees, I was able to tell that student they could pick out some books from the fair. That student was so touched that they cried, and even wrote a thank you note to the donors. We were able to help many students through their donations. However, this one was particularly touching." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Mandy Peterson,
PK-12 school librarian, 6-8 STEAM, and 6th grade English
Do you have events coming up? (Community)
libbyapp.com
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Adults and children can now borrow 34,000 eBook’s, 25,000 audiobooks, and 3,000 magazines for FREE instantly. Anyone 17 years old or younger must have the consent of their parent/guardian to use the Nebraska Overdrive (libbyapp.com). This subscription is paid by the Shelby Community Library for our public library patrons and SRC students. Parent/guardian must stop by the Shelby Community Library and sign the Signature Sheet.
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to check and see what your child is reading. You will get your child’s password so you can see what the child/student is reading on their device.
SHELBY COMMUNITY LIBRARY HOURS
- Sunday Closed
- Monday 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30pm to 4:30pm
- Tuesday 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30pm to 4:30pm
- Wednesday 12:30pm to 4:30pm reopen 5:00pm to 7:30pm
- Thursday 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30 to 4:30pm
- Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm
- Saturday 9:30am to 1:30pm
🚨Covid-19 Update for SRC🚨
Covid-19 Update for SRC
With the new CDC guidelines, we will be following what is recommended when it comes to positive cases.
Positive case by test or symptoms --- out for 5 days & can come back to school on day 6 - a mask is recommended but not required until day 10. If you have symptoms prior to a positive test, the five day count begins previous to that (ex: if symptoms Saturday but tested positive Tuesday, you may return on Thursday).
Thank you for your flexibility with this evolving situation. We continue to put the safety of our students and staff as our #1 priority. If you have any questions, comments or concerns; please contact Mr. Tejkl on his office phone or through email.
November Parents Make the Difference
Find me
Email: ttejkl@shelby.esu7.org
Website: https://www.shelby.esu7.org/
Location: 650 North Walnut Street, Shelby, NE, USA
Phone: 402-527-5946
Facebook: facebook.com/tucker.tejkl
Twitter: @SuptTejkl