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

Have you ever noticed how good it feels to just be right there? Like, really there, in whatever you're doing? It could be the warmth of the sun on your face, the sound of your favorite song, or the simple pleasure of a quiet cup of coffee. When we truly enjoy the moment, it's like we're giving ourselves permission to just be. All the to-dos and what-ifs can wait. It's about tuning into the good stuff happening right now, even if it seems small. This ability to savor the present can bring a surprising sense of peace and gratitude, making even ordinary moments feel a little bit special. It's like finding little sparks of joy all around you, just waiting to be noticed and appreciated.

Elementary Newsletter!

You will find all kinds of news to include:

• Lunch Menu
• Important Dates
• Preschool Enrollment Information
• Kindergarten Registration & Round-up
• Picture Day
• ELL and Library Information

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!

#rollskies

#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!

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Spanish and English editions of the "Parents Make the Difference" newsletter AND daily planner.

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

Congratulations goes to our own Becky Schueth who has been named a State Finalist for this award!

This is the highest honors bestowed by the United States government specifically for K-12 science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teaching. Awards are given to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teachers who have both deep content knowledge of the subjects they teach and the ability to motivate and enable students to be successful in those areas.

Mrs. Schueth is currently teaching high school mathematics here at SRC. This is her 11th year at S-RC and I teach Geometry, Technical Math, College Algebra, PreCalculus and Calculus. Becky has 20 years of experience in teaching and she began her career at Columbus High School. Mrs. Schueth Bachelor’s (2005) and Master’s (2009) degrees are from Wayne State College. She enjoys sharing her excitement for math with her students each day!

When you see her, please make sure you congratulate her on this incredible achievement! We are all proud and rooting for you!

Shout out to our Athletic Trainer, Mitch Kurtenbach, for all he does! Thanks for being part of our Husky Family!

Here is a tremendous opportunity for our students, staff, & communities!

Voices of Resilience is a free-will donation event that features many top speakers to focus on mental health awareness. This event will feature meaningful conversations about the challenges of competition, overcoming obstacles, and prioritizing emotional well-being. This is open to all ages!

This will be on April 12th in York, NE at York High School Theater.

Girls finished with 77 team points - 4th overall.

• Danica - 2nd in 200 meter
• Danica - 1st in 400 meter
• Leah - 2nd in 400 meter
• Leah - 6th in 800 meter
• Kendall - 2nd in 100 meter hurdles
• Kendall - 2nd in 300 meter hurdles
• Alexis - 5th in high jump
• Alexis - 3rd in pole vault
• Nevaeh - 4th in pole vault
• Danica - 4th in triple jump
• Jessica - 5th in discus
• Patience S, Mackenzie K, Alaina A, and Olivia A - 4th in 400 meter relay
• Kendall, Taya, Kaleigh, and Danica - 3rd in 1600 meter relay
• Kaleigh, Taya, Katelynn, Charlotte - 3rd in 3200 meter relay

Boys finished with 26 team points - 8th overall.

• Carter - 6th in 100 meter
• Carter - 5th in 200 meter
• Dylan - 3rd in 400 meter
• Logan - 5th in 1600 meter
• Jett - 3rd in long jump
• Jaxson - 6th in triple jump
• Eli - 6th in shot put
• Jaxson - 4th in 110 meter hurdles
• Kenny - 5th in 110 meter hurdles
• Sergio, Nixon, Kasey, and Dylan - 6th in 1600 meter relay

• April 7th (Monday) -

• Play Practice (6:30am)
• FBLA Meeting (7:45am)
• COG Team Meeting (1:30pm)
• National Honor Society (7pm)

• April 8th (Tuesday) -
• Play Practice (6:30am)
• High School Track @ Fullerton (10am)
• Village of Shelby's Board Meeting (6pm)
• Tryout Practice Cheer/Dance (6:30pm)

• April 9th (Wednesday) -
• LATE START (10:10am)
• NECC Quiz Bowl (9am)
• Cheer/Dance Tryouts (8am)
• Boy's Golf @ Friend Invite (9:30am)
• CRC AD & Superintendent Meetings @ York (11am/12pm)

• April 10th (Thursday) -
• FBLA State Convention (Day 1 of 3)
• Junior High Track Meet @ Osceola (9am)

• April 11th (Friday) -
• FBLA State Convention (Day 2 of 3)
• High School Football Husky Chalk Talk (7:20am)
• Guiding Coalition Meeting (7:30am)
• MEP Supports (3:04pm)

• April 12th (Saturday) -
• FBLA State Convention (Day 3 of 3)
• Easter Egg Hunt @ Rising City (3pm)

• April 13th (Sunday) -
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We are very thankful for our entire staff! There have been a lot of organization items but because of the help from others, it makes it easier for all!

• Shelby Studnicka & Cole Gaughenbaugh -Thank you to Mrs. Studnicka for an amazing FFA convention and representing SRC! We were able to have a senior receiver her State Degree as well as having our Welding Team walking across the stage finishing the Top 5! Also, thank you to Mr. Gaughenbaugh for being an additional sponsor and helping our FFA program over the three days!
• Mr. Donner - Thank you for your back and forth from Shelby to Lincoln not once, not twice, not three times, not four times, but five times! He was able to transport our golf members, track members, and the whole crew throughout those days! We do appreciate it and thank you for your time to help our program!
• Paraprofessionals - We could not do what we do without you! You are an incredible asset to our Husky Family! Thank you for all the little things you do to make SRC the best place to be!
• Lori Beach
• Deanna Blackburn
• Susan Doehling
• Leanne Downes-Layton
• Theresa Gillotte
• Kylie Hiatt
• Angela Miller
• Dulce Mohr
• Mike Reichmuth
• Melissa Reznicek
• Kelly Spitz

• Meeting Agenda
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Open Meetings Act
• Recognition of Visitors
• Mrs. Kristen Wilton & the OID team of Charlie T, Kreyten Z., Kasey F., & Hayden R.)
• Mrs. Kelly Willis (Chair of our Continuous School Improvement)
• Consent of Agenda
• Minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Administration Reports
• Student Board Advisory
• Discussion about possible Greenhouse for our school and FFA program
• Activities Director Report
• Elementary Principal Report
• Secondary Principal Report
• Superintendent Report
• District Reports
• Technology
• Certified Staff Computers are in and starting the swap out transitioon
• EduClimber Update
• Maintenance/Facilities/Transportation
• Board/Committee Report
• Projections
• Discussion Items:
• 25-26 School Calendar
• Review policy #205.03 that involves Policy Review Process
• Review policy #'s 503.01, 503.02, 503.03, 503.04 that involves Student Attendance Policies
• Entering an Interlocal Agreement for the Purchase of Natural Gas and RElated Services with NJUMP
• Cost Per Pupil
• Statewide Per Pupil Cost averages:
  • Per Average Daily Attendance - $18,580.68
  • Per Average Daily Membership - $17,204.67
  Polk County
  • CC
    • Per Average Daily - $24,535
    • Per Average Daily - $23,356
  • Osceola
    • Per Average Daily - $28,397
    • Per Average Daily - $26,797
  • SRC
    • Per Average Daily - $23,625
    • Per Average Daily - $22,360
  • HP
    • Per Average Daily - $36,009
    • Per Average Daily - $34,319
• Action Items:
• Approval of Ms. Thompson's Contract for 25-26
• Approval of Mr. Donner's Contract for 25-26
• Approval to COOP with David City & East Butler (Blue River) for JH and Varsity Girl's Wrestling for the 25-26 & 26-27 school years
• Approval for our Wellness Center upgrades
• Approval of the quote from Dakota Sports for football upgrades
• Approval of Engineered Controls Inc. for new motors for Door's #1 and inside door's #7
• Approval of 25-26 Contract with Education Service Unit #7 Services
• Approval of the Resignation of Mr. Cole Gaughenbaugh
• Next Meeting
• April 14th, 2025 (7:00pm)

April 7th - In District

• Emergency and Safety App Demo (10:30am)
• COG Team Meeting (1:30pm)
• National Honor Society (7pm)

April 8th - In & Out of District

• High SchoolTrack Meet @ Fullerton (1pm)
• Village of Shelby's Board Meeting (6pm)

April 9th - In & Out of District

• LATE START for PLC (10:10am)
• CRC AD & Superintendent Meeting @ York (11am/12pm)

April 10th - In & Out of District=

• Junior High Track @ Osceola (1pm)

April 11th - In District

• Guiding Coalition Meeting (7:30am)
• Weston's Solo Performance (2:30pm)

April 12th - In District

• Baseball Practice (11am)
• Easter Egg Hunt @ Rising CIty (3pm)

April 13th - In District

Change is part of life...

Good morning!

What a whirlwind of a month (and we are currently 6 days into it)! There are so many great things happening with our students and staff that it truly makes me proud to be part of SRC! Track is off and running/throwing, boys golf is swinging into action, FFA represented at State, Quiz Bowl continues to march on, and FBLA hits the road this week for their State Conference. Then we have field trips going on, learning opportunities being created, and the amount of PAWS (positive recognition) is AMAZING to see! Our students and staff continue to bring their best each day and it is truly appreciated!

As we gear up for April and head into May, our time is slowly coming to an end for the 24-25 school year. I encourage you to take the time and reflect on how far you have come since the beginning of August. The river that we first stepped into has changed and we ourselves have changed over time. Our landscape has a great foundation but the path that we take is different for all and the perspective can be different as well. Change is inevitable but change is a good thing. It means that we are improving and make strides to become who we are. I encourage you to enjoy it!

This quote teaches us that everything is always changing. Nothing stays the same forever. This can be a little bit mind-blowing, but it's also important to understand:

• Embrace Change: Instead of being afraid of things changing, we can learn to accept it as a natural part of life.
• Live in the Present: Since everything is constantly flowing, it's important to focus on the present moment and appreciate what we have now.
• Growth is Constant: Just like the river, we are always growing and developing. Embrace learning and new experiences.
• Every Experience is Unique: Because both we and the world around us are always changing, every experience we have is unique and valuable.

Have a great rest of your Sunday!

Quote of the week to reflect on:

"No man ever steps in the same river twice, for it's not the same river and he's not the same man."

Heraclitus

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 1:30pm
• Saturday: 9:30am to 1:30pm