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Thank you to the Washington County Cattlemen’s Association for donating 300 lbs of beef to our school. Their goal is to get more local beef into our schools. 

Please take a moment to watch this video about school bus stop arms. Help us keep our students safe.

Elementary Information

• Supply List
• Back to School Newsletter – Check here for information regarding a Message from Mrs. Horstman, a 1st Quarter Calendar, a Daily Schedule, and the Teachers’ Amazon wish lists.
• Elementary Handbook

Junior High/High School

• Junior High Suggested Supply List
• Welcome Back Letter
• 7th Grade Orientation Letter
• JRH/HS Parent/Student Handbook
• JRH/HS Activity Handbook
• Chromebook Liability Form – This needs to be filled out and returned on or before the first day of school for the Students to receive their Chromebook.

Congratulations to Eliana Garwood, who is the 2nd place recipient of the Nebraska Wildlife Federation art contest! Her work will be honored at a ceremony this summer and used in their upcoming calendar. Eliana is a natural art enthusiast and was eager to take this challenge on. Way to go!!!

See the images below for all the details of the Gridiron Club Golf Scramble to benefit our Football team. To register, print the form below or scan the code in the flyer.

Registration Form

Gridiron Flyer

 

At Fort Calhoun Jr./Sr. High School students’ well-being is more than a priority — it’s a mission. This year, our Pioneer Empowerment Group for Junior high students, in collaboration with Erika’s Lighthouse, has taken that mission to heart by promoting mental health awareness, kindness, and connection throughout our school community.

Erika’s Lighthouse is a non-profit organization focused on mental health education and teen empowerment, helping students understand depression, reduce stigma, and create a culture of openness and support. With their guidance, our Empowerment Group has taken meaningful steps to bring these goals to life right here at Pioneer.

One of our activities we did this year was “Chalking the Walk,” where students took to the sidewalks with colorful messages of encouragement, hope, and positivity. With every “You matter!” and “It’s okay to ask for help” written in vibrant chalk, students helped turn our school’s walkways into a space of support and affirmation.

In another heartwarming initiative, the Empowerment Group prepared and delivered May Baskets for every teacher in the building. These small, thoughtful gifts were a way to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our educators — and to remind them that their efforts truly make a difference.

These activities may seem simple, but their impact has been powerful. Through these moments of kindness and advocacy, the Pioneer Empowerment Group is building a stronger, more compassionate school culture — one chalk drawing and one act of gratitude at a time.

We’re proud of the work our students are doing, and we look forward to seeing how they continue to grow as leaders and advocates for mental health and kindness.

written by Jacque Fischer

Kindergarten Round Up is fast approaching, and we are excited to have your child join us. Round-up will be held on April 25th and May 2nd from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. You should have received a letter in the mail telling you which one of those sessions your child will attend. There will also be a parents’ meeting at 12:20. Before April 25th, please call the school office at 402-468-5714 to verify that your child will attend Kindergarten Round-up or not attend kindergarten at Fort Calhoun next school year. See below for copies of the letters sent home.

Kindergarten Round-up April 25th

Kindergarten Round-up May 2nd

 

On Tuesday, April 8th the Freshmen class joined other Washington County youth to attend the Connect the Dots Day sponsored by UNL Extension and 4-H at the Washington County Fairgrounds.

The students participated in the Connecting the Dots simulation activity, listened to a variety of post-secondary education/training option representatives and employers, and learned more about resumes, identifying and using their transferable skills, and workplace personalities.

Congratulations to our Quiz Bowl team who were Conference Quiz Runners-Up.