Shelton Public Schools, 7-12

1. Cross Country Wins Twin Valley Conference!
2. Quiz Bowl Wins Two Days in a Row!
3. Tips for Families & Students for Mental Health
4. Take the World Animal DayPoll!
5. Unique Calendar Days of the Month.
6. Here's the lunch menu for the Month.
   
7. Check out Project Wisdom!
8. Check out the Bulldog Bests!
9. Note the upcoming Events on your calendars.
10. Be sure to review some key points of the Facility Use agreement.
11. Review the reminders in the final section of the newsletter.

Mrs. Hostetler

JH Medalists:

• Quynn, 1st
• Erik, 1st
• Kameron, 2nd
• Meredith, 5th
• Hudsyn, 8th
• Audrina, 10th

Varsity Medalists:

• Mateo, 3rd
• Adan, 4th
• Laurynn, 10th

Congratulations to the HS Quiz Bowl team! They are the small school division champions of the Seward All-Girls Quiz Bowl classic! They went undefeated on the day with a 7-0 record!

Congrats, ladies! Way to represent Shelton Public Schools!

💚 Simple Acts for World Mental Health Day

• Wear green to show support.

• Share a positive quote or affirmation.

• Compliment someone sincerely.

• Post on social media:

  “It’s okay to take care of your mind. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #SelfCareMatters”
  
  

🌿 Self-Care & Stress-Relief Tips for Students

1. Take a “Tech Timeout” – Step away from your phone or screens for 30 minutes to reset your mind.

2. Move Your Body – Go for a walk, stretch, or play a sport. Physical activity helps release stress.

3. Sleep Smart – Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep each night. Rested brains think and feel better.

4. Connect with Friends – Spend time face-to-face with people who make you laugh and feel supported.

5. Try Mindful Moments – Take 5 minutes to breathe deeply or listen to calming music.

6. Write It Out – Journaling or doodling can help process emotions.

7. Celebrate Small Wins – Notice what you’ve accomplished, even little things.

8. Ask for Help When Needed – Talking to a counselor, teacher, or trusted adult shows strength, not weakness.
   
   

🏡 Ideas for Families

1. Plan a Family Unplug Night – Play a board game, cook together, or go for a walk.

2. Check-In Conversations – Ask open-ended questions like, “What’s something that made you smile today?”

3. Model Self-Care – Let teens see you manage stress in healthy ways (exercise, journaling, downtime).

4. Create a Calm Corner – A cozy space at home with blankets, books, or music for quiet time.

5. Encourage Balance – Support a healthy mix of school, activities, and rest.

6. Show Gratitude – Share one thing you’re thankful for at dinner.

7. Normalize Mental Health Talk – Remind everyone it’s okay to not be okay, and that help is available.

Here are some fun ones!

• ☕ Sept 29 – National Coffee Day

• Oct 1 – World Smile Day 😀 (kindness challenges, sticky-note compliments)

• Oct 2 – National Custodian Appreciation Day 🧹 (celebrate custodial staff)

• Oct 4 – World Animal Day 🐾 (students share favorite pets/animal facts)

• Oct 5 – World Teachers’ Day 🍎 (student-made thank you notes)

• Oct 6 – World Card Making Day ✂️ (arts & crafts activity)

• Oct 9 – World Post Day 📬 (letter writing activity to family or heroes)

• Oct 10 – World Mental Health Day 💚 (self-care activities, stress relief tips)

• Oct 11 – International Day of the Girl 👧 (empowerment assemblies/projects)

• Oct 13 – National Chess Day ♟️ (lunch chess challenges)

• Oct 14 – National Dessert Day 🍪 (fun trivia or themed snack)

• Oct 16 – World Food Day 🥗 (canned food drive)

• Oct 18 – Unity Day (Anti-Bullying) 🧡 (wear orange, kindness pledges)

• Oct 20 – International Sloth Day 🦥 (fun slow-motion relay races)

• Oct 21 – Reptile Awareness Day 🐍 (science tie-in, reptile facts)

• Oct 24 – United Nations Day 🌍 (cultural dress-up or world flags activity)

• Oct 25 – World Pasta Day 🍝 (fun fact announcements)

What is Project Wisdom? Project Wisdom is a character education program where daily messages are broadcast every morning with an overall monthly theme.

Some quotes for this week:

• A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.
• He who has begun has half done. Dare to be wise; begin!
• It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.

• Students are required to attend AAP when they are failing ONE or MORE classes.
• Chromebooks MUST be kept inside their school-issued cases!

• • Facilities Use: Weight Room & Gym

  • PK-12 children must be supervised by the individual issued the access card at all times when using the facility.

  • Use of the facilities when school events are scheduled are not permitted (i.e. basketball games, volleyball games).

  • In the event of school closings due to weather conditions the building is closed and not to be used by students or community members until the following morning.

  • Exercise facilities will be restricted to 5:00am-7:00am & 6:30pm-10:00pm daily during the school year.

  • Summer time access will be restricted to those times when it’s not in use by Shelton student-athletes, between the hours of 8am-10pm.

  • Users must pay a yearly fee of $25 to help pay for wear and tear on equipment from public use. This fee must be paid by September 1 of every year or prior to acquiring a key.

  • All users must have a signed request & release form on file at the Shelton Public Schools District Office.

Shelton Public Schools

Main Office: 308-647-5459

Email: ahostetler@sheltonbulldogs.org
Website: https://www.sheltonbulldogs.org/

Location: 210 9th Street, Shelton, Nebraska
Phone: (308) 647-5459