Superintendent Weekly Update
March 19th, 2023
Volume 2/Issue 27 - March 12th, 2023
The 3rd quarter is in the rearview mirror and we are off into the 4th quarter! Make sure to be ready to go on Tuesday and start great!
Recap of the Week!
Track Results from Concordia! (1 of 3)
Track Results from Concordia! (2 of 3)
Track Results from Concordia! (3 of 3)
State Degrees!
Congratulations to Angel Barnes and Alexa Carter on receiving their State FFA Degrees! These two girls were interviewed on February, 4th and will receive their State Degrees at the Nebraska State FFA Convention on Friday, March 31st!
Chemistry in Action!
Our CP chem students modeled bond polarity this week as they finish up their unit on VSEPR theory.
Father/Daughter Dance
April 16th!
Baseball Signup
Clinic with D-Bat
Any students from the ages of 8-14 are able to attend a clinic put on here at the Shelby Ball Fields! Sheets available in the offices.
-- April 15th - Softball Clinic
-- April 23rd - Baseball Clinic
Great opportunity to work on fundamentals!
Softball Signup
Clinic with D-Bat
Any students from the ages of 8-14 are able to attend a clinic put on here at the Shelby Ball Fields! Sheets available in the offices.
-- April 15th - Softball Clinic
-- April 23rd - Baseball Clinic
Great opportunity to work on fundamentals!
All Conference
Introducing your 2023-2024 S-RC Cheer & Dance Team!!
Congratulations ladies 🥳
All Conference
Honorable Mention
All Conference
2nd Team
All Conference
1st Team
Opening for our Public Library
Come be a part of the Husky family!
Congratulations to Liberty Baker!
Setting PR's!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
Middle School Music
Middle School students participated in the Malcom Middle-Level Music Contest today.
All students received Superior rating. Congratulations to all! You did an amazing job!
NASA!!!
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
Zombies???
If you see one of our biology students, be sure to ask them their thoughts on the status of zombies. A lot of great discussion was had this week! (I forgot to get pictures of the students but had to share this conversation inducing topic.)
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:
March 20th (Monday) -
- Administration Meeting (9am)
- Schoolzilla Meeting (1pm)
- Double Dog Wrestling (6pm)
- YADA Board/Card Game (6:30pm)
- BOE Meeting (7pm)
- March 21st (Tuesday) -
- NO SCHOOL FOR PK-5
- ACT Testing (8:30am - 2pm)
- CRC Honor Band/Choir Performance
- Varsity Track Triangular @ David City (4pm)
- March 22nd (Wednesday) -
- PLC's (7:45am)
- SAEBERS Data Meeting (8am-12pm)
- March 23rd (Thursday) -
- Inventure Day (9am - 2pm)
- NHS Meeting (7:30am)
- Double Dog Practice (6pm)
- YADA Pizza/Pop/Puzzle Contest (6:30pm)
- March 24th (Friday) -
- CIP Meeting (7:45am)
- Title 1 Night (6:30pm)
- Hoop Fest - West/East Gym
- March 25th (Saturday) -
- Hoop Fest - West/East Gym
- MS Quiz Bowl @ David City (9am)
Staff Shoutouts
- Melissa Hyde and Jam Lomenario - Thank you for taking time to prepare our kids for their music competition on Friday! All students earned a superior rating!
- Sandy Voss - Thank you for your dedication to our students and their activities when it comes to sponsoring World Strides and YADA!
- Grant Gabel, Kelsey Gabel, Melinda Cromer, Cory Waite, Jenni Schutt, Krista Kravig & Matt Carley - Thank you for taking time to go to the NETA conference and continue to improve your craft!
What's New at SRC?
Maintenance or School Items:
Items of purchase
- Light Replacement
Projects
- Landscaping (spring)
- Repair/Replace Security Cameras (on going as we are gathering options)
- Joint Sealing Replacement (End of School)
What is going on at SRC?
- BOE Meeting on Monday
- New Bleachers for our East Gym on April 3rd
ICU
ICU Expectations!
Let's get ready to roll!
99%
Let's get our assignments in!
- 14 assignments missing from 13 students
Where in the World is Tejkl?
March 20th - In District
- Admin Meeting (9am)
- Phone Conference (10:30am)
- Schoolzilla (1pm)
- School Foundation Meeting (6:45pm)
- BOE Meeting (7pm)
March 21st - In District
- Proctoring ACT Testing (8am-3pm)
- Varsity Track Meet @ David City (4pm)
March 22nd - In District
- PLC's (7:45am)
- Meeting with Partron (8am)
- SAEBERS Meeting (11am)
- IEP (3:45pm)
March 23rd - In District
- Inventure Day (9am-2pm)
- Senator Hughes Zoom (1:30pm)
- IEP (3:45pm)
March 24th - In District
- CIP Meeting (7:45am)
- DAC Meeting (12pm)
- Title 1 Night (6:30pm)
March 25th - Out of District
- MS Quiz Bowl @ David City
Message from Mr. Tejkl
"Today sets up tomorrow..."
Good morning!
4th quarter is a week in and can you believe in 8 weeks, school will be done? Crazy how fast time continues to go but it is a great reminder of taking advantage of the time we have and the opportunities that present themselves! Continue to push yourselves as the weather is going to continue to play mind games with us by showing us some sun and then a blizzard sets us back. It is a challenge but I am confident we can overcome it together!
Speaking of problems, how many of you have some? Rhetorical question but in all seriousness, what do you do when problems come your way? It is one of the toughest things as your choices are limited. Do you turn and run or do you stand your ground and face what is coming at you. There are times where we know it is going to be a struggle and you'll have to take it on the chin but it will help you learn and move forward.
Your true character is presented when problems arise. How do you overcome problems? Everyone is different but I can tell you one thing that doesn't help and that is to internalize it. When you internalize something, you stew and dwell. When you do that, you come up with the 1000's of possibilities of doing this or that or what I should have done and you turn your mind into a pretzel. Just know, you are not alone and even just venting or getting it off your chest can help you move forward. It definitely is not easy but the reward at the end and who you become once you face those problems is what awaits you. Keep your head up, keep reaching out and keep being available for others.
Have a great evening and I will see you all tomorrow!
Quote of the week to reflect on:
"Anyone can run away, it's super easy. Facing problems and working through them, that's what makes you strong."
Unknown
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