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

Lead by example...

Think about the most influential people in your life. What made them so impactful? Chances are, it wasn't just their grand gestures, but the way they lived their daily lives—the promises they kept, the way they spoke to others, and the quiet consistency of their character. This week, we're diving into the simple but profound truth that leadership starts with you, and it's built on the foundation of your words and your actions.

September

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September

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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!

https://youuplift.com/shelby-rising-city-public-kindness-wall/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEslfVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTXvmpXqk-MSXS4GIi8EGz0SBD9ifSfEyvTxTYz8xevQl9hBFUYH7_N4Pg_aem_8gpTL1_dcWP68lzCsy82xg

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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🥎🏌️‍♀️SEPTEMBER 🏈🏐

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

September Links - Parents Make the Difference:

Spanish Newsletter: https://5il.co/3ogyv

Spanish Planner: https://5il.co/3ogzk

English Newsletter: https://5il.co/3ogyw

English Planner: https://5il.co/3ogzl

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

Come one, come all!

Readers rise!

Our MS/HS Huskies have grown an average of +7 points in Reading, with 82% of students improving over 3 years. Keep turning those pages!

#ReadingRocks

#HuskyPride

A letter went home with you FALL sport athlete. It is about a healthy snack station that we are going to utilize before they have practice. If you want your child to participate, we are asking you to pay $20/athlete. This will allow them one healthy snack before practice each day.

Check out the letter that was sent home with your athlete.

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!

We Live!

• September 29th (Monday) -

• HOMECOMING WEEK (1 of 5)
• UNK Choral Day
• STUCO Meeting w/ Mrs. Schueth (7:30am)
• One-Act Rehearsal (6:45am)
• JV Girls Golf @ West Point Beemer (1:30pm)
• COG Meeting (bi-weekly) (2:15pm)
• JH Volleyball vs. Osceola (4pm)
• JH FB vs. Fullerton (4:30pm)
• JV FB vs Osceola (6:30pm)

• September 30th (Tuesday) -
• HOMECOMING WEEK (2 of 5)
• One-Act Rehearsal (6:45am)
• Value-Up Presentation at Stromsburg (HS = 9am / MS = 1pm)
• Girls Golf @ Southern Hills (9am)
• Softball @ Wahoo (V - 5pm / JV follows)
• JV/V Volleyball vs Raymond Central (6pm)

• October 1st (Wednesday) -
• HOMECOMING WEEK (3 of 5)
• One-Act Rehearsal (6:45am)
• FFA Land Judging
• STUCO Meeting w/ Mrs. Schueth (7:30am)
• GFWC/NFWC Girls Only Quiz Bowl (8am)
• 4th grade field trip - Osceola (1pm)

• October 2nd (Thursday) -
• HOMECOMING WEEK (4 of 5)
• One-Act Rehearsal (6:45am)
• Girls Golf @ Centura Invite (10am)
• Softball vs. Milford @ David City (4pm)
• JH Volleyball vs. Humphrey LHF (4pm)
• JV Dawg's Game vs. Centennial (6:30pm)

• October 3rd (Friday) -
• HOMECOMING WEEK (5 of 5)
• Positive Vibes Friday!
• Homecoming Festivities:
• Parade at 1:30pm
• PepRally in South Gym at 2:30pm
• Senior Night at 6:30pm on the football Field
• Coronation following the Football Game
• Dance over at 11pm
• Pinnacle Bank BBQ (11am-1pm)
• Varsity Football vs. Centennial (7pm)

• October 4th (Saturday) -
• One-Act Rehersal (9am-11:30am)

• October 5th (Sunday) -
• SRCO Dawgs @ Newman Grove (2:30pm)
• Little Spikers (1:00pm)

• Meeting Agenda
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Open Meetings Act
• Recognition of Visitors
• Mr. Jaxson Thompson (New Student School Board Member)
• 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
• Emergency Operational Plan Reviewed
• Discussion Items:
• NASB State Educational Conference (November 19th-21st)
• ESU #7 utilization for our district
• Action Items:
• Approval of adoption of the 2025-2026 School Term Budget
• Approval of the Tax Request Resolution for the 2025-2026 School erm
• Next Meeting
• October 15th at 7pm

All is in!

September 29th - In District

• COG Meeting (2:15pm)
• JH & JV Football Games (4:30pm/6:30pm)

September 30th - In & Out of District

• Value Up Presentation (9am)
• NRCSA SE Region Meeting (10am) in Lincoln
• Dawg's Practice (5:30pm)

October 1st - In & Out of District

• NASB Labor Relations (Day 1 of 2) in Lincoln (1pm)

October 2nd - Out and In District

• NASB Labor Relations (Day 2 of 2) in Lincoln (8am)
• JH Volleyball (4:30pm)
• JV Dawgs vs. Centennial (6:30pm)

October 3rd - In District

• HOMECOMING!
• Parade at 1:30pm
• PepRally at 2:30pm
• Senior Night at 6:30pm
• Football vs Centennial (7pm)
• Coronation (9pm)
• Dance (9pm-11pm)

October 4th - In District

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October 5th - In and Out of District

• SRCO Dawg's Varsity @ Newman Grove (2:30pm)

Action needed...

Good morning!

I hope you are having a great weekend and have a wonderful Sunday ahead of you! The 1st quarter will be closing in THREE short weeks (October 17th). Continue to be open, communicate with each other, and continue to support those around you with positive things you see. What get what you look for!

The proverb is simple and relatable: You can talk about cooking rice all day long. You can discuss the best type of rice, the perfect amount of water, and the ideal cooking time. You can even draw out a detailed plan. But until you actually put the rice in the pot, add water, and apply heat, you will have no cooked rice.

In all reality, it means:

• Action produces results. Words alone are empty.

• The plan is just the beginning. Execution is the game.

• Don't mistake motion for action. Talking, planning, and theorizing are not the same as doing.

In any organization, especially here at SRC, the collective power of individual actions is what truly creates change. While we often look to those at the top for leadership, the reality is that every single person—from the office staff and custodians to the teachers, principals, and even students—has a role to play in shaping the school's culture and success. The old Chinese proverb, "Talk doesn't cook rice," is a reminder that our intentions and words are only the first step; it’s our consistent follow-through that ultimately produces results. When each of us takes responsibility for taking ownership of our words with our actions, we build a foundation of trust and accountability that lifts everyone.

This proverb applies directly to our daily roles. A teacher/administrator who consistently follows through on a promise to a student, a staff member who models kindness and respect in their daily interactions, or a coach who demonstrates sportsmanship on and off the field—these are all acts of leadership. When every member of our community, regardless of their title, understands that their personal example is what matters most, we move beyond just talking about our values and begin living them. It’s this shared commitment to action that transforms our good intentions into a truly supportive and high-performing learning environment for all. Remember our pillars: Accountability, Innovation, Integrity, & Service!

Have a great rest of your Sunday!

Quote of the week to reflect on:

"Talk doesn't cook rice.

Chinese Proverb

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