From the Desk or Mr. Schwartz
February Newsletter 2022
Dear Axtell Community School members,
We have had a busy month as we got to welcome everyone back from Christmas break this past month. Just a reminder that February is usually one of the months where weather becomes a big issue. We will keep communicating with you on any updates or changes. Please pay attention to social media.
Upcoming Events at ACS:
· On Monday, February 7th there is no school for students. Beginning at 1:00-8:00 we have parent teacher conferences. A reminder that you will need to set up appointments if you wish to attend or a teacher may reach out to you as well. Mr. Gregory posted a letter on our social media and website in regards to this date.
· The first week of February we have conference basketball. Good luck to both teams!
· District wrestling will be on February 11th & 12th at Maxwell. Good luck! State wrestling is February 17th-19th in Omaha.
· Girl’s district basketball is the week of February 14th at a TBD site and the Boy’s will be the following week beginning on February 21st at a TBD site as well. Best of luck!
· The week of February 21st is National FFA week. Look for more updates to come from Mrs. Grimes.
· The speech team will compete at conference on February 23rd and this event will be held virtually.
· On February 28th students will have no school for a staff in-service day and to work on our school improvement.
Please follow our social media for updates and our school calendar as things change throughout the activity season. We will keep doing our best to keep everyone updated.
Here at Axtell Community Schools, we look forward to serving our students, staff, and patrons. If you have any questions please stop in or shoot me an email at jeff.schwartz@axtellwildcats.org
Thank You,
Mr. Jeff Schwartz
Pk-12 Principal
Axtell Community Schools
Superintendent News
Dear Parents,
The Nebraska Department of Education and the Commissioner of Education is allowing school districts reasonable flexibility to make changes to their master calendar for the 2021-2022 school year. This will allow us to provide our teachers with more professional learning opportunities, along with classroom planning and preparation time due to the continued concerns over the Coronavirus.
With all that being said, Axtell Community School will not be in session on Friday, February 18th and Friday, February 25th to allow our teachers this opportunity for professional growth.
We hope you enjoy your upcoming extended weekends with your families.
Thank You,
Rob Gregory
Superintendent
Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and we would like to encourage those parents who want to give gifts to their children to do so at home. The process of having gifts delivered to school creates a disruption in the school day and can lead to hurt feelings for many students. This applies to birthdays and special occasions as well. Thank you for your cooperation and sensitivity in this matter.
Seniors
Please bring to the office, 4 vertical portrait photos to school- one for each of the following:
- Class Composite (flip board in the lobby)
- Bulletin board in lobby for graduation day
- Newspaper class composite
- Yearbook
The vertical senior pictures can all be the same pose.
Seniors, also bring photos of you for the graduation video. (3 required)
- Baby Picture
- Senior Picture ( your choice on portrait or landscape)
- One picture of you somewhere in between
Candid group pictures can also be delivered to the office.
Scholarship applications
Following is a list of scholarship application information that can be found on Mrs. Hoyt’s website (rhondahoyt.weebly.com). This information is continuously updated.
GICF Scholarship Group There are several scholarships in this group that pertain to Axtell Students. Applications are due Feb 9 Application Link
Phelps County Community Foundation There are several scholarships in this group that pertain to Axtell students. Applications are due Feb 15. Application Link
Associated Staffing Skilled Trades Scholarship This scholarship is intended for a graduating senior or non traditional student who is pursuing a diploma, certificate or associate degree in a skilled technical science field from an accredited school in Nebraska. Due Feb 18 GICF Appl
NE Corn Growers Association Scholarship. This scholarship is for students planning to attend an accredited 2 or 4 yr college in Nebraska. Applicant must be a member or son/daughter of a member of NeCGA. Due Feb 28. NeCGA Info
March
Nebraska School Counselor Association Scholarship For a graduating senior who will attend any Nebraska college or university in any program of study. Due March 30 NSCA Application 20 fillable
Lillie Mae Krick Memorial Scholarship Must be resident of Kearney County for at least 2 years, enroll in a Nebraska college, university or tech school, have at least a C average. Due March 1. Krick
Future Problem Solving Program Scholarship For graduating seniors with at least two years experience in FPS. Due March 1. FPS fillable
Nels and Lucille Winther Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for any graduating senior in Kearney County who plans to attend any accredited 2 or 4 year college. Committee will be considering academic achievement, participation in extra-curricular activities, record of good citizenship, character, attitude toward education, community service and financial need. Due in Counselor's office March 1 Winther Fillable
Maynard Jensen American Legion Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for graduating seniors who have a parent, grand parent, or great grand parent who is a veteran and member of the American Legion. Other criteria are to attend a college or university in Nebraska and be able to show financial need. Due March 1 Maynard Jensen 20
Nebraska Mayflower Scholarship Scholarship applicants must be a resident of Nebraska and a U.S. citizen. Applicants will be evaluated by a written essay, GPA and class rank, ACT or SAT scores, honors received, school or volunteer activities, employment, demonstrated leadership and a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor. Mayflower ancestry is NOT a requirement. Due March 31. mayflower18
Kearney Area Community Foundation has information on scholarships available to Axtell high school seniors.
Ft. Kearny Conference Future Educator Scholarship (4/1) Kearney Area Chamber Ag (Paid out in the Second year), Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce Mark Benjamin Building Opportunity Scholarship (3/25), Funding Opportunity Scholarship Due dates vary Applications and eligibility information available Here
CPI Cares Scholarship Program CPI offers several several scholarships in two categories. One is for the dependent of a CPI patron and one is for the dependent of a current full-time employee. Both are targeted for graduating seniors or students in the first or second year of post secondary education. Due March 26. Application is online here.
Better Business Bureau Student of Integrity Award This is for graduating seniors. Scholarship recipients will be selected by independent panels of judges from the academic and business communities in Omaha, Lincoln, Sioux Falls and Wichita and will be awarded based on the following judging criteria:
•Essay Content=50% •Community Service=20% •Leadership=20% •Recommendations=5% •Academic=5% Due March 10. guidelines BBB Integrity 18
Darryl Fisher Memorial Scholarship Son's of the American Legion Post #52. Applicant must be a senior who has a parent or grandparent that is a member of Post #52. Must plan to attend an accredited two or four year post secondary institution. Mail completed application to Myron Kouba, 1015 13th Avenue, Kearney Ne. 68845. Due March 22 Fisher fillable
NEBRASKA AVIATION TRADES ASSOCIATION 2019 SCHOLARSHIP this is for graduating seniors. It must be signed by a member of the NATA. Does not specify any school or program as a requirement. Due March 15. NATA
Delta Kappa Gamma-Phi Chapter For a student who is planning a career in education. Due March 23, 2020 DKG
The Mike Rowe Works Foundation Work Ethic Scholarship Program We’re looking for the next generation of aspiring workers who will work smart and hard. This program doesn’t focus on test scores, grades, or grammar. It’s about the people who share our values and understand the importance of work ethic, personal responsibility, delayed gratification, and a positive attitude. Due March 28
Glenwood Telephone Membership Corporation GTMC Scholarship For graduating seniors who are continuing their education at an accredited 4 year college, community college, or technical/trade school. Applicant or parents/guardians must receive GTMC telephone service. Due in Counselor's office March 31. GTMC fillable
Nebraska State College System Freshmen Scholarships For a complete listing of NSCS scholarships and applications go to NSCS. Applications are available and completed through the college of your choice. (Chadron, Wayne, and Peru)
Kearney/Franklin County Farm Bureau Scholarship The recipient must major in Agriculture and be from a Farm Bureau family Applicants will be judged on the following: 1. Scholarship achievement 2. Citizenship and leadership activities
3. Involvement in FFA or 4-H programs preferred. Due March 31 FB Application 19
Kearney County Health Services John R. Finkner/Phillip A Fleming Healthcare Scholarship For Kearney county high school graduate whose intended study is a healthcare related profession. Due March 31 KCHS
April
Axtell Faculty and Staff Scholarship For a graduating senior at Axtell Community School. Any school any program of study. Due April 1 Application 20
Sarah Nelson Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for a graduating senior at Axtell Community School, for use at any college, any program of study. Due April 1 Application
James L. Dimon Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for a graduating senior at Axtell Community School. For use at any college, any program of study. Two will be awarded Due April 1. Application
Hanna Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for the child of an ICON (Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska) member who intends to attend college in the fall of 2018. Due April 1 Hanna 18
MCKENNA’S RAE OF HOPE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship is for a graduating senior who is interested in a mental health field career. Applicant must live in Nebraska. Due April 1 McKenna 18 Info sheet
Nebraska JCT 6/10 Cruzerz Scholarship This is to provide the opportunity for a student to pursue an education at a technical (community) college. Minimum GPA of 2.75 Due April 1 Cruzerz 20
Johnny Baxter Carriage House Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is for a graduating senior interested in attending a Nebraska Community college to study in an automotive related field. Due April 5 Carriage House
Axtell FKC Scholarship This scholarship is for an Axtell graduating senior who has participated in FKC activities.
Due April 15. Axtell FKC
Nebraskans for Peace Scholarship Nebraskans for Peace is offering scholarships to graduating high school seniors. Three
$500 scholarships and six $100 scholarships will be awarded to seniors who wish to pursue a college education. The awards, based upon written essays, will be evenly divided among the three congressional districts. The recipients will be students who wish to further their education in an area consistent with the mission of Nebraskans for Peace: peace with justice through community building, education and political action. Due April 8. NE for Peace
Gwendolyn D. Burnside Educational Scholarship Applicant for this scholarship must be a graduating senior of Axtell Community School and plan on attending a college, university, or other post-secondary institution (two or four-year program). Due April 23. Burnside
Kearney Area Builders Association For a graduating senior who is interested in a career in the home building industry. To be used at CCC. Due April 5 KABA 18
Nebraska Coaches Association/Country Inn and Suites Scholarship Upper 25% of class –OR-3.75 Cumulative GPA, 2) Must be at least a 2 year participant in 2 sports, 3) Must have earned varsity letter in 2 sports, 4) Must include at least one letter of recommendation from a high school coach, 5) ACT minimum score of 24 Due April 15 Application
NP Realty Scholarship This scholarship is for an area graduating senior planning to attend UNK next fall. Qualified student will be able to show extra curricular involvement and leadership. Submit application materials to: NP Realty, Inc
Attn: Amy Worley 4503 2nd Avenue, Kearney, NE 68848 Due April 15. NP Info Sheet 20
Beth Marie Petersen Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is for graduating seniors at Axtell Community School. Qualified students will have participated in 4 years of music (any combination of choir and band totaling 4 years) Due April 1, BMP Memorial 20
Axtell Booster Club Scholarship This scholarship is for graduating seniors at Axtell Community School. Parents must be members of Booster Club Due April 7 Booster Club
Phelps County 4-H Foundation There are six scholarships available, one in the amount of $2000 and up to five additional in the amount of $1000, to past or current Phelps County 4-H members. Due April 1 Phelps 4-H 2109
Axtell Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department Scholarship For an Axtell student. Primary emphasis is on volunteerism. Fire & Rescue Due April 1 Axtell Fire
Axtell Student Council Scholarship This scholarship is for a graduating senior at Axtell. Due to Mrs. Webb April 1.
Student Council
Merryman Scholarship For a resident of Kearney County graduating from Minden or Axtell Public Schools. Due April 4 Merryman
Phi Gamma Delta White Owl Scholarship This is for an incoming male student to UNK. Eligibility is based on academic performance, leadership, community involvement and your answer to the application question. Membership in Phi Gamma Delta is not a requirement. Due April 28 White Owl
Jim Hurlbert Memorial Baseball Scholarship This scholarship is for Nebraska American Legion Baseball players who are in their last year of eligibility and/or a graduating senior. Must show financial need and attend school at a Nebraska college or university. Due June 15 2020 Jim Hurlbert
City Property Mgmt HOA Service Scholarship This scholarship is for students who are interested in Real Estate as a major. Read the requirements and complete online. Due July 31, 2021 Application Link
ag education/ffa
Upcoming Events
- February 10th: Chapter Meeting (JH and HS members)
- February 16th: Cattlemen's Classic (Junior and Senior members only)
- February 25th: Serving meal for Axtell Community Fund
- February 20th-26th: National FFA Week
- March 2nd: Spring CDE's (HS members only)
- March 8th: Chapter Meeting (JH and HS members)
- March 24th: State FFA Planning Meeting (qualifying members and parents/guardians)
LDE Results
Congratulations to the students who participated in district LDE's. Results are below.
Ag Demo
- Jenna, Brent, Kourtney - Blue ribbon
- Megan, Angie, Kassidy, Lexie, Jerzee - Blue Ribbon
Employment Skills
- Ashton Hawkins - Blue ribbon
- Kenzie Underwood - Red ribbon
Junior Public Speaking
- Maxine Fickenscher - Blue ribbon
- Isaac Stoner - Red ribbon
Creed Speaking
- Cade Axtell - Blue ribbon
- Caleb Kindschuh - Blue ribbon
Cooperative Speaking
- Joe Fickenscher - 2nd place, purple ribbon and state qualifier
Ag Literacy Speaking
- Blake Sonnenfeld - Purple ribbon
Discovery Speaking
- Nora Sonnenfeld - 2nd place, purple ribbon and state qualifier
- Connor Strolberg - Red ribbon
Axtell FFA Alumni and Supporters
The next meeting is scheduled for March 7th at 5pm in the ag room. If you are interested in joining the Axtell FFA Alumni and Supporters please contact Mrs. Grimes or Trish Danburg.
Follow us on Facebook at Axtell Ag Education and FFA to stay up to date on everything our students are up to!
Kate Grimes Agriculture Educator and FFA Advisor
Axtell Community School
308-743-2415
Pre-K News
February 14-Valentines Party
February 17- Tour of Kat's Korner for the letter K
Post Prom News
Thank you to all who supported Axtell Post Prom at the Axtell/Wilcox-Hildreth Basketball games. A special thank you to the parents that brought baked items and worked in the concession stand or the cake raffle. We are accepting donations (either cash or gift) to give to our high school students this year. These donations help provide a safe & alcohol free night for our high school students. This year we will be having our party at the school after prom. We will be having inflatables, cards, and other fun activities. Thank you for supporting our Post Prom. By working together, we can keep our students safe on prom night.
The Post Prom Committee
Keene Kids 4-H Club
February is Nebraska 4-H month. Thank you to the many volunteers, sponsors and extension professionals who support the youth in Kearney County!
The Keene Kids 4-H Club met on Jan. 30 and the next meeting will be April 10, 4 p.m. at the Axtell Fire Hall.
For more information and to get involved, visit 4h.unl.edu, or contact Trish Danburg, Ty Fickenscher or Kendall Lammers.
Axtell Community Fund
Axtell Community Fund reached the second level of giving for the Windmill Economic Development Corporation Challenge grant! Clark Abrahamson, on behalf of the Corporation, presented the second $20,000.00 check to the Axtell Community Fund for raising $40,000.00 to date. The Challenge grant ends this calendar year, with another $20,000.00 needed to reach the final level of $60,000.00. This is a time to double your gift to ACF with this match! Go to www.axtellcommunityfund.com to donate online, or send a check to PO Box 74, Axtell. The Fund recently granted $1000.00 to the Axtell Oratorio Society for their production of Handel’s Messiah on Palm Sunday. Your gifts make a difference in Axtell and its presence in the community!
Awana
Awana's will meet:
February 9th
February 16th - Valentine's Party
February 23rd
FREE GLEE CLUB class
Little Jammerz will be running a free online Glee Club Class for students that love to sing and perform in Grades 1-5.
Students will learn to sing & perform pop songs with cool dance moves. We focus on pitch, breathing, and performing techniques.
The class will be taught live online using Zoom. To Sign up please go to littlejammerz.com/march1st
Date: Tuesday, March 1st, 2022
Time: 5PM - 5:30PM
For any questions please contact: info@littlejammerz.com
Post Prom Fundraiser
$25.00 each
The Post Prom is doing a Painted Paver Fundraiser.
These pavers are 7 inches tall by 14 inches long.
They are hand painted, (no two exactly alike), and sealed.
Payment required with order.
Now Hiring- The YMCA in Holdrege is hiring!
Passionate about helping people in your community? Join the staff team at the Don Sjogren Community YMCA! We are now seeking friendly and responsible staff for the following positions:
- Welcome Center
- Housekeeping
- Aquatics Coordinator
- Lifeguards
Apply at www.ymcaoftheprairie.org/careers
For more information: Brett Bebensee at bbebensee@ymcaoftheprairie.org
Axtell Wildcat Towels For Sale
Contact the Axtell School Office if interested. $25.00
Looking Ahead:
Monday, Feb. 7th - No School- Parent/Teacher Conf./Open House 1pm-8pm
Friday, Feb. 18th - No School
Friday, Feb 25th - No School
Monday, Feb 28th - No School - Staff Inservice
