Bulldog Bulletin

November 3, 2026, will forever be a milestone for Gering Public Schools. With 60% of Gering voters supporting the Gering Middle School bond, our community made a meaningful investment in the future of our students. I'll never forget the excitement and gratitude of our middle school staff when we shared the news the following morning. A much-improved facility is on the horizon, one that will better support our students, teachers and the work of teaching and learning.

This achievement belongs to our entire community. Thank you to our Board of Education, the community champions who helped to share the information, project partners at JEO, Sampson Construction and D.A. Davidson, and the many individuals who gave their time and energy to this effort. A special thank-you to our Director of Communications, Jennifer Sibal, along with GMS leaders John Wiedeman and Jon Hutchison, for their countless hours of commitment and community engagement.

Most importantly, thank you to Gering voters for investing in Gering's future. We are grateful for the generations of students, families and staff who have made GMS such a special place, and we look forward to what lies ahead.

On a personal note, transitioning from interim superintendent to your superintendent means more to me than words can express. Gering has been my professional home for nearly 20 years, and my connection to this community runs much deeper than the position I hold. I genuinely love Gering and the people who make it special. I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving our students and families.

As we gather with family, friends and neighbors this Thanksgiving, I hope we all take a moment to appreciate the people and community we are fortunate to call home.

'Tis the season to celebrate the incredible talents of our Bulldogs as they take the stage and share a little holiday magic with our community. We're grateful to be back home in the Gering High School auditorium for our holiday performances!

Mark your calendars, invite your family and friends and join us in celebrating the season!

We're excited to officially welcome our community back to the Gering High School auditorium! Join us November 30 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the auditorium's grand reopening, followed by the Gering One-Act performance of Annie Get Your Gun.

It's a special opportunity to celebrate this refreshed space and the talented Bulldogs who will bring it to life once again.

▶️As the temperature drops throughout the season, please wear additional layers of clothing. We do have a limited amount of donated coats, please reach out to school's office if you need to access this resource.

▶️Information regarding any school weather closures will be on our district website and shared with families directly through email and text. PLEASE MAKE SURE WE HAVE YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFO!

▶️If a closure announcement is not shared, please assume school will be in session.

Bundle up, Bulldogs!

The Gering Public Schools Board of Education met November 9, 2026, for its regularly scheduled meeting. Outlined below is a brief recap.

Building Presentation - Gering Middle School

The Gering Middle School building report included a special recognition of the individuals, organizations and community partners who helped make the November 3 bond election successful. With 60% of Gering voters supporting the initiative, the district is looking ahead to an improved facility that will better serve students, staff and families for generations to come.

Board Action Items

Planning for the GMS Building Project

The Board approved joining the Nebraska Educational Building Authority (NEBA) to begin the process of establishing a future district contribution toward the Gering Middle School project, alongside bond funding. Finance terms will be the next step and a future board action item.

Gering Public Schools and City of Gering Interlocal Agreement

The Board approved an interlocal agreement between Gering Public Schools and the City of Gering related to fencing and access along 17th Street. The fencing will be moved closer to the sidewalk to help direct spectators through the designated ticket entrance and into designated spectator seating areas. Access to city utilities will remain open and available.

Superintendent Leadership Update

The Board voted to remove the interim designation from Dr. Kory Knight and begin the process of negotiating a superintendent contract effective July 1, 2027.

As we head into the winter activity season, let's remember what it means to be a Bulldog fan! A friendly reminder to review our Bulldog Fan Code and help create a positive, respectful environment for our student-athletes, coaches, officials and fellow fans.

Let's cheer positively, show respect for officials, and remember that questions or concerns are best addressed through the appropriate, direct communication channels with coaches. Let's make this season one filled with Bulldog pride and sportsmanship!

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