Superintendent Weekly Update
April 23rd, 2023
Volume 2/Issue 31 - April 16th, 2023
Onto the 4th! We head into the final push of the year with the final days upon us!
- Seniors = 11
- PK = 13
- K-12 = 19
Recap of the Week!
JH Speech at Twin River
Congratulations to the SRC Middle School Speech Team!!! We are small, but mighty! Today's tournament at Twin River was the largest middle school meet in the state this year and the kids finished 5th as a team!!! Thanks to the parents who came to support our kids today!
Congratulations to our medalists at the Twin River Middle School Speech Invite!
Serious Prose:
Charlie T 3rd
Urijah 5th
Poetry:
Charlie T 3rd
Duet Acting:
Leah and Olivia 2nd
Impromptu:
Charlie T 6th
We also has several who just missed. Mr. Nissen and I are incredibly proud of our team!!!
Thanks to our hs judges today, too!
Jenna P, Jenna L, Lilly W, and Clare W! You are greatly appreciated!
6th Grade Improv!
Butterflies in PK (1 of 3)
Butterflies in PK (2 of 3)
Butterflies in PK (3 of 3)
A whole lot of fun in our PK! (1 of 3)
A whole lot of fun in our PK! (2 of 3)
A whole lot of fun in our PK! (3 of 3)
Band
S-RC High School Band and Choir both received Excellent Ratings (II) in this year's District Music Contest.
Congratulations everyone!
Choir
S-RC High School Band and Choir both received Excellent Ratings (II) in this year's District Music Contest.
Congratulations everyone!
Choir
S-RC High School Band and Choir both received Excellent Ratings (II) in this year's District Music Contest.
Congratulations everyone!
Solos!
Shelby-Rising City Soloists participated in the NSAA District Music Contest today at Columbus High School
BRIAUNA RATHJE got Superior Rating (I)
Solos Part 2!
Shelby-Rising City Soloists participated in the NSAA District Music Contest today at Columbus High School
CAYDEE BAUERS got Excellent Rating (II)
Varsity Track Results from Twin River
Twin River Invite had your SRC girls win the meet and saw Ava Larmon better her school record with a discus throw of 120'6"! Boys finished 4th! All results are attached:
Twin River Track (2 of 4)
Twin River Track (3 of 4)
Twin River Track (4 of 4)
Varsity Golf at Scotus
Results:
JH Track from McCool (1 of 3)
Final Results from today's McCool Jct. Jr. High Invite. Full results linked below:
JH Track from McCool (2 of 3)
JH Track from McCool (3 of 3)
Varsity Track at DT (1 of 4)
Both boys and girls finished in 2nd place in the standings yesterday at Doniphan Trumbull on a windy day. The girls 4x100 relay lowered their new school record once again! Full results below:
Varsity Track at DT (2 of 4)
Varsity Track at DT (3 of 4)
Varsity Track at DT (4 of 4)
Spring Play!
Big Shout out to all the cast, crew and coaches for an amazing play!
Spring Play (2 of 4)
Spring Play (3 of 4)
Spring Play (4 of 4)
12th grade Student of the Month for February!
11th grade Student of the Month for February!
10th grade Student of the Month for February!
9th grade Student of the Month for February!
8th grade Student of the Month for February!
7th grade Student of the Month for February!
6th grade Student of the Month for February!
SOM!
FFA CDE Participants
Staff of the Month for January!
Staff of the Month for December
Staff of the Month for December
gathering all at one time is tough :)
Up Next at S-RC:
April 24th (Monday) -
- 2nd grade Field Trip (8:30am)
- JH Track @ Humphrey (11:30am)
- April 25th (Tuesday) -
- NO SCHOOL
- Varsity Track @ SRC (10am)
- April 26th (Wednesday) -
- PLC's (7:45am)
- SOM Recognition Rally (8:30am)
- Senior Signing Day (9am)
- NECC Jazz Machine (1:45pm)
- April 27th (Thursday) -
- NSCAS for 6th-8th graders (1st and 2nd period)
- NHS Meeting (7:30am)
- 3rd Grade Field Trip (8:30am)
- Boys JV Golf @ Humphrey (10am)
- FFA Banquet (6pm) in the Ag Shop
- April 28th (Friday) -
- Boys Golf @ Arlington (9am)
- CRC JH Track Invite @ Cross County (9am)
- April 29th (Saturday) -
- JH Track for State Qualifiers
- MS Speech @ Raymond Central (9am)
- Boys Golf @ Oakland (9am)
- Varsity Track @ CRC Invite @ Osceola (9am)
Staff Shoutouts
- Stacy Stewart - Thank you for an amazing Starbucks opportunity for our students at the Grind!
- Emily Blackburn & Mandy Peterson - Thank you for all the time and dedication with our students to put on an amazing Spring Play!
- Jamaica Lomenario & Melissa Hyde - Thank you for your time and dedication to our music programs! We are ready for the concerts coming up in May and also the students did a great job at districts!
What's New at SRC?
Maintenance or School Items:
Items of purchase
- Light Replacement (end of June for completion)
- East Gym Bleachers are installed
Projects
- Landscaping (spring)
- Repair/Replace Security Cameras (quotes are in)
- Joint Sealing Replacement (End of School)
What is going on at SRC?
- SRC Track Meet
- Music Concerts
- Little Feet Meet
- Elementary Track and Field Day
- Seniors' Last Day
- PK Graduation
- Graduation
ICU
ICU Expectations!
Let's get ready to roll!
98.5%
Time is a ticking...let's get these assignments submitted and in!
- 25 assignments missing from 20 students
Where in the World is Tejkl?
April 24th - In District
- Superintendent Zoom Meeting (10am)
- IEP (3:45pm)
April 25th - In District
- NO SCHOOL
- Hosting Track for the Day
April 26th- In District
- PLC's (7:45am)
- SOM Recognition Rally (8:30am)
- NECC (1:45pm)
April 27th - In District
- NSCAS for 6th-8th
- IEP (3:45pm)
- FFA Banquet (6pm)
April 28th - In District
- CIP Meeting (7:45am)
- CRC JH Track Invite (afternoon)
April 29th - Out of District
- Track @ Osceola
Message from Mr. Tejkl
"Positivity"
Good morning!
Happy Sunday and hope everyone is enjoying their day! I do hope the weekend was a good one and that the brisk temperatures weren't too bad for you to enjoy the sunshine. We are in the last week of April and May is right around the corner! Buckle those chinstraps and let's get ready to have a great finish to the month and to the year!
As we hit the last week of April, reflection is a great tool on how we can improve moving forward. We all are doing our best to be our best for our kids, our families and for all of those around us. We continue to strive to be our best but knowing we do fall short at times. We always do our best to reflect, take feedback and how to improve.
The thing that is tough about feedback is that it can hurt sometimes on the aspect that we get in our own head that someone is attacking or that we aren't good enough in other's eyes. Not the case! (guilty on my end) We have to keep in mind that we are giving another perspective of what others see. That doesn't mean that one is right or another. It is just another perspective. We can take it, mold it and move forward. In the end, we are on the same team striving to be the best for one another. I encourage you to reach out to each other if you have anything that has been going GREAT, has been GOOD or that may need a tweak. Suggestions always help us grow and prosper.
Have a great evening and I will see you all tomorrow!
Quote of the week to reflect on:
"Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things and good people will be drawn to you."
Mary Lou Retton
Sincerely,
Tucker Tejkl
Why WE Love SRC!!!
When "The Dude" speaks, you listen
"I think the gift of time is possibly the most precious commodity we can offer. I have taught many families through the years and teaching from the oldest to the youngest siblings in a family unit holds a high honor.
I have had those instances of teaching the children of the parents I have instructed over the years. That is how a great relationship is built.
If a student has a problem, just being there to listen, offer advice, or add a few dollars towards necessities to help them achieve greatness in a safer environment. Most never forget an act of kindness that was extended towards them." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Mark Nebuda
9-12 Industrial Technology Instructor
Being There
"As a superintendent, I pride myself on being in the hallways, getting in classrooms when I can, and also attending as many events that our students are a part of.
Sometimes you can see students who have a look like something isn't right. I appreciate that they will come to me when I call them over to ask them what is going on or how can I help.
It may be something that is out of my control but I believe they appreciate that someone is willing to ask what is going on or offer help. This shows them that it is okay to talk about what is on their mind and to also reach out to others who may be feeling down and out." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Tucker Tejkl,
Superintendent
Making memories
"Some of the memories that make me the proudest to be in the field of education come from behind the scenes of the regular school day. It's the teamwork and the dedication from teachers before school, after school, or during the summer. It's the laughs in the back-to-school aisles when we run into each other because we just can't help but buy extra crayons, scissors, folders, and notebooks for students who may not have them.
It's the camaraderie from teachers and staff getting together to make tutus after school ensuring students have an awesome and unforgettable 2.22.22. Going above and beyond is something that just comes naturally for so many educators and here at Shelby-Rising City we are lucky to have the best!" #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Heather Thompson,
Principal
What is your Why?
"My greatest moments include seeing my former students as adults and hearing about their lives. My favorite was when a student told me that "math is no fun, but you somehow make it bearable!"
The number of relationships I have built over the years with students make each day worthwhile in the classroom. I love math and I get so excited when my students get the light bulb to click!" #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Becky Schueth,
High School Math
Why I love teaching!
"I had a 1st-grade student who would refuse to work and would get mad. The classroom teacher would try to talk to him but he would only get more upset. He would often come to my room to calm down and get some work done.
One day he saw I had a blanket and put it over the table. He said it was too bright in my room and proceeded to go under the table. Then, after a few minutes, he asked for his work. I asked him how he was going to see his paper and he wasn't sure. I asked if a flashlight would work and he said yes and completed his work.
When he went back to class, we shared this with the classroom teacher. She then covered one of her tables for him to do his homework when the lights were too bright. While this worked most of the time, there was one day that was really bad.
He came into my room to work and all of a sudden started tossing chairs, desks, and everything off my shelves. I took the other students to my office and shut the door and asked a para and another teacher to stay as support. I had to calm him so we sat on the floor. While we were on the floor and he started to calm down, I asked him what was wrong. He said he was hot.
So, I asked the other teacher to grab a fan and we set it so that it was blowing on him. As we continued sitting there, he told me that when his temperature changes he gets mad and can't control it. So, we came up with a plan when this starts to happen that he could use the fan in the classroom or my room to cool down. He started doing better in school and made me realize that knowing your students well helps you to be a better teacher." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Renee Bilstein,
High School Special Education
What stands out to you?
"During our book fair this year, two school employees had donated money so students who could not afford books could buy them. This is in addition to our Husky Heart program, which was funded by our change war. The two employees put their faith in me to identify those kids and put the money to good use.
One day, we had a student who was browsing, and they had that look in their eye. I didn't know about that student's situation at the time. Because of the donations of two employees, I was able to tell that student they could pick out some books from the fair. That student was so touched that they cried, and even wrote a thank you note to the donors. We were able to help many students through their donations. However, this one was particularly touching." #ilovepublicschools #feelthelovefriday
Mandy Peterson,
PK-12 school librarian, 6-8 STEAM, and 6th grade English
Do you have events coming up? (Community)
libbyapp.com
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 12:30pm to 4:30pm reopen 5:00pm to 7:30pm
- Thursday 9:30am to 12:00pm reopen 12:30 to 4:30pm
- Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm
- Saturday 9:30am to 1:30pm
🚨Covid-19 Update for SRC🚨
Covid-19 Update for SRC
With the new CDC guidelines, we will be following what is recommended when it comes to positive cases.
Positive case by test or symptoms --- out for 5 days & can come back to school on day 6 - a mask is recommended but not required until day 10. If you have symptoms prior to a positive test, the five day count begins previous to that (ex: if symptoms Saturday but tested positive Tuesday, you may return on Thursday).
Thank you for your flexibility with this evolving situation. We continue to put the safety of our students and staff as our #1 priority. If you have any questions, comments or concerns; please contact Mr. Tejkl on his office phone or through email.
November Parents Make the Difference
Find me
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