Superintendent Weekly Update

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

Rest when needed...

In a world that prizes "the grind," we often treat rest like a luxury we have to earn. We tell ourselves we’ll take a break once the inbox is empty or once the project is signed off. But an empty tank can't take you to your destination.

True renewal isn’t just about sleep; it’s about a holistic reset. When we neglect one part of ourselves, the others eventually falter. This week, we’re exploring how to honor the three pillars of the quote:

• Renew the Body: Movement that feels like a gift, not a chore.

• Refresh the Mind: Finding "stillpoint" moments in a loud world.

• Restore the Spirit: Reconnecting with the why behind your what.

The Challenge

This week, I invite you to find one "weary" spot in your life. Don't push through it. Don't caffeinate it. Just sit with it, refresh it, and notice how much sharper your tools are when you finally do get back to work.

March

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#SRCelem

Parents, patrons, grandparents and SRC fans, how great would it be to share a kind word or an uplifting message about our students, staff and school? Did you witness an SRC student do something amazing in the community? Here's your chance to share!

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Please take the time to watch this video! Very Impactful!

Make Kindness Normal

Take a look at all the great things we continue to do here at SRC!

Link

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Look forward to having an amazing year and to see our HUSKIES!!! 💛 🖤 🐾

Here are the results for the SRC High School Track and Field team from Friday's meet at Concordia. A lot of great effort from everyone and a great start to the season. Super proud of our team.

We are so proud of these young musicians for being accepted into this year’s Nebraska Class C All State Band! Even more impressive, three of them were named first chair on their respective instruments!

Jessica Bauers and Urijah Grant will be performing in the High School Symphonic Band, while Dylan de la Rosa Armas and Cora Kooyman will be performing in the Junior High Honor Band. The event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Kearney High School.

Congratulations on this amazing accomplishment! Your hard work and dedication to music continue to make us proud.

Congratulations to the SRC Speech Team for an outstanding showing at Districts!!! We had 12 events break finals, with 4 events qualifying for State!

Thank you to all who made hosting an amazing event!

Congratulations to our two Events Champions!!!

We Live!

• March 23rd (Monday) -

• Elementary PST Day
• CRC Honor Band/Choir @ NE Lutheran
• Administration Meeting (1:35pm)

• March 24th (Tuesday) -
• ACT DAY (11th graders report to 1st period and then to South Gym)
• No School for Elementary Students
• HS Track @ Sutton

• March 25th (Wednesday) -
• State FFA Begins (Day 1 of 3)
• State Wide Local Emergency Management (10am)
• Early Out (1:15pm/1:27pm) for Professional Development

• March 26th (Thursday) -
• State FFA (Day 2 of 3)
• Spring Play Rehearsal (6:45am)
• ESU 7 Superintendent Meeting (9am)

• March 27th (Friday) -
• State FFA (Day 3 of 3)
• State Speech!
• FBLA meeting in Mrs. Jensen's Room (7:30am)

• March 28th (Saturday) -
• Nebraska Class C All State Band @ Kearney

• March 29th (Sunday) -
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• Meeting Agenda
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Open Meetings Act
• Recognition of Visitors
• Mrs. Wilton's Speech Students
• Consent of Agenda
• Minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Administration Reports
• Student Board Report
• Activities Director Report
• Elementary Principal Report
• Secondary Principal Report
• Superintendent Report
• District Reports
• Technology
• Maintenance/Facilities/Transportation
• Board/Committee Report
• Discussion Items:
• School Calendar for 26-27
• Policy updates for Attendance (Policy #503.01, #503.02, #503.03, & #504.04)
• Cost Per Pupil
• CROSS COUNTY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
  • $24,284.00
• OSCEOLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • $26,126.00
• SHELBY - RISING CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • $23,532.00
• HIGH PLAINS COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
• $33,920.00
• Reminder for COOP with Blue River Wrestling will take place next year
• Discuss, consider, and take possible action on approval of three new activities vans due to federal regulations (approved)
• Discuss, consider, and take possible action on approval of three new sections of our roofs to continue improvement to our older building areas (approved)
• Discuss, consider, and take possible action on approval of an outdoor scoreboard (denied)
• Action Items:
• Approval of Ms. Heather Thompson's Contract
• Approval of Mr. Marcus Donner's Contract
• Approval of ESU 7 Contract for the 26-27 school year ($352,569.15) (approved)
• Helmet approval to finish our rotation for football helmets ($5,826)
• Next Meeting
• April 20th at 7pm

March 23rd - In District

• Nation Chip & Dip Day
• Meeting with Mrs. Pflueger (8:15am)
• Administration Meeting (1:35pm)
• Give Power Reds @ Rising City (4pm)

March 24th - In District

• Proctoring ACT (8:30am - 2pm)

March 25th - In District

• Local Emergency Management Drill (10am)
• Early Out for PD with Otis and Jackie (1:15pm/1:27pm)

March 26th - In & Out of District

• ESU 7 Superintendent Meeting (9am) - will be zooming in
• IFSP (10am)
• MDT/IEP (3:30pm)
• Private Jet to Houston to support the Huskers...I kid but that would be awesome!

March 27th - In & Out of District

• Beginning the day at school
• State Speech (10:30am)

March 28th - Out of District

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March 29th - In District

What you say...

Good morning!

I hope you had a great weekend and enjoyed the wonderful weather! A little cold front to help cool things down but unbelievable that my thoughts are now, "time to turn on the sprinklers and then be the first "dad" to put on the Nike Air Monarchs to start mowing to create peer pressure for the neighbors to do the same" :) I also want to thank everyone who made district speech a huge success. It takes a village and dedicated individuals to pull things off like that and it was an amazing day. Congratulations to our coaches and our students on an amazing season and good luck as you prep for state! There is a showcase at 4pm for anyone interested taking in some last practice time! Also, congrats to our track team who had a successful first meet at Concordia and good luck to our Boy's Golf as competition is right around the corner for them!

"Rest when you are weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind, your spirit. Then get back to work." These words are a vital compass for a community as dedicated as ours. To our incredible staff, we see the heart you pour into every lesson, every hallway conversation, and every student who needs a little extra grace. In a field fueled by giving, it is easy to forget that you cannot pour from an empty cup. This is your reminder that rest is not a sign of weakness; it is a vital part of your professional excellence. When you take the time to refresh your spirit, you aren't just helping yourself—you are ensuring that you can continue to be the steady, inspiring presence our students rely on.

That same spirit of dedication is reflected in our students, who continue to give their all to grow and navigate the challenges of each day. We are proud of your ambition, but remember: your mind needs quiet to absorb what you’ve learned. Be kind to yourselves. When the books feel heavy and the days feel long, give yourself permission to step away for a bit. Renewal isn’t a distraction from your goals; it’s the very fuel that will help you reach them.

This journey of growth is only possible because of the unwavering foundation provided by our patrons and families. To the parents and supporters working tirelessly to provide for your homes while cheering on your children: we know how much you carry. By taking a moment to restore your own mind and spirit, you set a powerful example of balance and resilience for the next generation. This week, we invite our entire SRC community to take up a simple challenge: Find ten minutes today to do something purely for renewal—not for productivity. Breathe, reset, and only then, get back to the important work of building our future together.

Have a great rest of your week!

Quote of the week to reflect on:

"Rest when you're weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your spirit. Then get back to work"

Ralph Marston

Sincerely,

Tucker Tejkl

Let me know and I will put them on my future newsletters! I gather (steal) information from Facebook from the pages of Shelby Chamber of Commerce and Village of Rising City.

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: 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30pm to 4:30pm
• Thursday: 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30 to 4:30pm
• Friday: 9:30am to 12:00pm
• Saturday: 9:30am to 12:00pm