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PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF EWING BOARD OF TRUSTEES April 8, 2024 The Ewing Village Board of Trustees convened in regular session on April 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall. Notice of the meeting was published April 3, 2024, in the Summerland Advocate. An agenda was kept current and on file at the Village Clerk’s Office. Chairman, James Ramold, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Notice was given to the posted location of the open meetings law. Board members present were Dustin Jorgensen, Dustin Wright, Kane Fry, Katie Cunningham, and J...
PROCEEDINGS SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION April 15, 2024 Summerland Public School Board of Education met in regular session, Monday, April 15, 2024, at 7 p.m. President Steve Thiele called the meeting, which was advertised in the April 10 newspapers,to order at 7 p.m. Thiele noted the Open Meetings Act posted in the board room. Attendance was taken. All board members were present: Ed Nordby, Nate Schwager, Scott Thiele, Steve Thiele, Austin Twibell, Jeremy Wagner. Motion by Twibell, seconded by Schwager, to approve the agenda as...
APPROVED BILLS SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL Amazon Capital Services, Inc., Sup, 1,341.02; Amazon Capital Services, Inc., Sup, 249.31; Barnhill Piano Services, piano tuned, 125.00; Boyd’s Electrical Service, Inc, serv/sup, 473.13; Bud’s Sanitary services, LLC, March/April, 2,496.00; Capital One Bk(USA), NA, sup/rooms/meals (partial reimb-activity), 5,317.32; Capital One Bk(USA), NA, sup/rooms/meals, 1,352.31; Clearwater Market, sup, 97.30; Climate Systems, Inc., Remote training, 150.00; ColdType Publishing, print, 392.70; Corner Hardware and Mor...
This month, three career and technical education organizations at Summerland Public Schools have attended state conventions, giving students an opportunity to show knowledge gained in the classroom and compete in a variet of events. FFA The Summerland FFA Chapter attended its state convention, in Lincoln, April 3 to 5. Two students received gold medals, including Jenna Funk in cooperative speaking and Braelyn Bergman, discovery speaking. Two groups received silver awards. The Conduct of Chapter...
In an exciting development for high school athletics and activities in Northeast Nebraska, eight schools have announced the formation of the Greater Northeast Activities Conference . The participating schools include Elkhorn Valley, Hartington-Newcastle, Laurel-Concord-Coleridge, Lutheran High Northeast, Neligh-Oakdale, Plainview, Summerland and West Holt for the 2024-2025 school year. The decision to establish the GNAC comes as a testament to the shared commitment of these schools to enhance...
"I've never met a real author before." Summerland elementary students were buzzing about books and articulating about art mediums, Friday, during a visit by children's book author Bruce Arant. The Omaha-based writer met with Summerland third- through sixth-grade students for a writing and illustration workshop. Students observed his creative process, watching him doodle designs. They learned how to pair pictures with text, develop facial expressions and, most importantly, stretch their...
Summerland Public Schools will potentially add two vehicles to its fleet, using Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds to pay the bill. The district currently has $153,629 in untapped pandemic-related federal funds available. During the board's April meeting, held Monday, Superintendent Kyle Finke suggested the district purchase a 65-passenger Thomas bus with approximately 32,000 miles, for $92,650. "It's coming off a lease," he said. A year ago, the district purchased a bus...
A Summerland FFA student received a state degree, April 5, at the Nebraska State FFA Convention, in Lincoln. Ashley Melcher, of Page, received the honor. State degree candidates must meet a checklist of requirements, including being an active chapter member for the past two years, holding Greenhand and Chapter FFA degrees, completing at least two years of agriculture classes and at least 25 hours of community service in at least two different activities. Students must also present earnings,...
The purple ribbon atop the pencil drawing of a famous icon says it all: Best of Show. Caydence Schumacher, a sophomore at Summerland Public Schools, submitted a pencil drawing of Marilyn Monroe to the ESU 8 Art Show, held April 5 to 7 at the Antelope County Fairgrounds in Neligh. Judges awarded it the top prize. Schumacher said when she's decided what to draw, she sometimes has an individual in mind or she'll search for famous people she's a fan of. "I decided to do Marilyn Monroe because she...
In a week's span, the Bobcat golf team has competed three times. While two team members have landed in medal contention, coach Tom Thramer said his squad "has been really inconsistent the last couple meets, playing courses that they are not used to." "I really think we have the capabilities to score really well, we just haven't shown it yet," he said. On April 10, the Bobcats hosted the Summerland Invite. Dylan Rotherham shot 86, finishing 13th. Dane Miller carded an 85, placing 11th. Will Jesse...
Led by a handful of medal winners, Summerland boys' track team finished fourth at the North Central Invite, held April 8, in Bassett. Alec Schindler brought home a bronze medal in the 110m hurdles, running 16.80. He picked up a second bronze medal in the 300m hurdles, running 45.39. In triple jump, Schindler reached 39' 11.75 inches, placing third. AJ Hobbs finished eighth in the 110m hurdles. He ran 18.55. In triple jump, Hobbs reached 36' .25 inches, ending in 10th. Ryan Rifer placed fourth...
Jewel Rodgers, an interdisciplinary poet and activist from Omaha, recently celebrated National Poetry Month with Summerland English classes. During the event, she shared some of her own poetry and led engaging activities to inspire students to develop their creativity. Jewel's passion extends beyond poetry; she is dedicated to fighting urban blight in her community. To achieve this, she has completed two notable projects in North Omaha: Tierra Park, a charming pocket park located at 2413...
I was busy this spring morning clipping little stems of grape hyacinth in my garden which is out my kitchen window. Containers, including a small glass cream pitcher and a tiny crystal cordial glass, are now filled with the pretty purple flowers. I just can’t resist clipping the flowers when they bloom in my garden. They remind me of what I think were gentler days, or perhaps a slower-paced lifestyle. My mother-in-law had grape hyacinth in her country garden and had shared the bulbs with me. I enjoy sharing them too. I’m not sure of the pro...
The Nebraska School Activities Association and the Nebraska State College System have announced the 15,970 recipients of the 2023-2024 Nebraska State Colleges Multi-Activity Student Award. The award recognizes students in grades 9-12 who participate in at least three NSAA-sanctioned activities during the academic year. Each high school student who participates in at least three NSAA activities will be recognized and awarded a certificate of achievement by the NSAA and the Nebraska State Colleges. Activity participation will be tracked using...
REGULAR PROCEEDINGS VILLAGE OF CLEARWATER BOARD OF TRUSTEES April 8, 2024 The Board of Trustees of the Village of Clearwater met for a regular meeting Monday, April 8, at 7 p.m., in the fire hall meeting room. Meeting opened at 7 p.m. Notice of meeting was given in advance by publication in “Summerland Advocate-Messenger,” was posted at US Post Office in Clearwater, Clearwater Market and Cornerstone Bank-Clearwater and was given to board members prior to meeting. Public was informed of location of Open Meeting Act poster. Present: Kelly Kerkman...
Two contracts will be extended when the Summerland School board of education meets in regular session, April 15. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., in the board meeting room at the school. Action will be taken on a contract for Jacob Birch, who accepted the junior/senior high school principal and athletic director position. Birch currently teaches mathematics at Summerland. A second contract offer is listed on the agenda; however, details of the offer are not listed. Board members...
Summerland seniors Caige Anson and Aislynn Kester reign as the 2024 prom king and queen. The two were crowned Saturday, following the Grand March, at the junior-senior prom....
Seventeen Summerland Public School students participated in the Northeast Community College Scholastic Contest, on March 27. Six students placed in seven events. Raina Krebs took first in accounting. Carter Bergman brought home two medals. He placed second in anatomy and physiology and third in personal finance. Aislynn Kester placed second in medical terminology. In parenting and child development, Emma King finished second. Sarah Wiese placed second in child development. In biology, Shaylie...
The 2024 Orchard AAU Powerlifting Meet was held last Friday and Saturday, April 5 and 6. Organizer Jeff Shabram said "an awesome lineup of 170-plus registered lifters from across the Midwest competed." "This year's meet was a national meet, so two days of competition were required to accommodate the crowd of lifters striving for state, American and even world records," Shabram said. "It was the 17th year for the Orchard meet and the largest one ever." Eleven Summerland powerlifters competed...
Summerland's junior class hosted the junior-senior prom, Saturday, April 6, at the school. Following photos in an enchanted forest, students participated in the Grand March....
NOTICE OF MEETING SUMMERLAND SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting of the Summerland Public School Board of Education will be held Monday, April 15, at 7 p.m., at the school board room and will be open to the public. An agenda is kept continuously current and available for public inspection at the administrative office. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be enlarged later than 24 hours before the scheduled commencement of the meeting. The Summerland Board of Education reserves the right to...
PROCEEDINGS SUMMERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION WORKSHOP April 2, 2024 Summerland Public School Board of Education held a workshop, Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Elkhorn Valley Bank in Norfolk. President Steve Thiele called the workshop, which was advertised in the March 27, 2024, newspapers, to order at 4:30 p.m. President Thiele noted the Open Meeting Act posted in the board room. Attendance taken at 4:30 p.m. Present: Ed Nordby, Nate Schwager, Scott Thiele, Steve Thiele, Austin Twibell, Jeremy Wagner. All board members were present....
Jacob Birch will serve as junior/senior high principal, beginning in the 2024-2025 school year. The announcement was made Tuesday, April 2, after Summerland Public School faculty were notified of his hiring. Candidates for the position went through the interview process last week, according to school officials. The board of education will approve the offer when they meet April 15. Birch, a Burwell native, received his undergraduate degree in mathematics education at the University of...
Summerland-area residents won't be in total darkness, Monday, during the solar eclipse. Mark Urwiller, director of Honey Creek Observatory, in O'Neill, said the eclipse will have 70% coverage in this area. Areas in southeast Nebraska, as well as the Omaha metro area, may have up to 85% coverage. According to National Weather Service officials, partly-cloudy skies may play spoiler for the April 8 celestial event. The region has a 50 to 60% chance of cloud cover. While a total eclipse will cut a...
Koda Fernau, 20, of Neligh was an 18-year-old Summerland High School student when he made comments on a school bus and at a Neligh workplace in September 2022, comments that resulted in his arrest on a felony terroristic threat charge. According to arrest affidavits, while riding on a Summerland bus Sept. 2, 2022, Fernau commented about purchasing a firearm and, while at work on Sept. 9, threatened to “shoot up” a Summerland bus. Fernau pleaded guilty early this year to a Class 1 misdemeanor charge of third-degree assault (threaten another in...
