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- Announcements Thursday, May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 - 7:19 am
Menu: No Lunch ___________________________________________________________________________ The Eucharist will be celebrated at 8:15 this morning in the St. Boniface Church followed by end of the year activities with a 11:00 dismissal this morning. Happy Birthday to students and faculty who will be celebrating birthdays over the summer. Good Luck to the Wolfpack track state qualifiers competing tomorrow […]
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July 7, 2026 - July 8, 2026 @
Gratia for girls - Tintern
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July 7, 2026 - July 8, 2026 @
Gratia for girls - Tintern
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July 14, 2026 - July 17, 2026 @
Gym closed - floor maintenance (tues thru fri)
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July 14, 2026
Safe Env't Training - New Tchr & subs ( 1 or 4 pm)
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July 14, 2026 - July 15, 2026 @
Leg. of Joseph - Tintern
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July 14, 2026 - July 17, 2026 @
Gym closed - floor maintenance (tues thru fri)
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July 14, 2026 - July 15, 2026 @
Leg. of Joseph - Tintern
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July 15, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Wednesday: Tator Tot Casserole California Blend Dinner Bun Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________ | Happy Birthday to Briggs H. celebrating his birthday today.
High school stations throughout the week.
FFA Meeting at 6:00 this evening. Everyone who is participating in State FFA is required to attend.
A reminder that the Lenten Alms Giving donations to Tintern from our houses/homerooms are due on March 31st. If you have not had a chance to donate to this worthy cause, please do so ASAP.
Today is the 9th/10th retreat. Dress Code for retreats – jeans and a PJ or Wolfpack t-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie.*SACK LUNCH is needed. Students also need to bring a notebook, pencil and water bottle. Bibles will be provided.
April calendar items due in the office this Wednesday at noon.
Wednesday there will be a “National Weather Statewide Tornado Drill” at 10:00 a.m.
Please check the honor roll list posted in the north hall… if you notice any errors, please let Brenda know ASAP.
Golf and Track Store is available until Friday at 2:00 p.m. Click the BRAND drop down box for the Bella or Gildan options.
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Monday, March 24, 2025
Tuesday: Hamburger / Bun Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Peas Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad __________________________________________________________________________ | High school stations throughout the week.
Our band students will be attending NVC Instrumental Music at Elgin Public today with a concert presented at 5:30 p.m. They are excused at 9:55 a.m. Olivia, Juliana, Kaitey, Kinley, Sam, Elizabeth, Jovie, Mathew, Joseph & Christian.
Dress Code for retreats – jeans and a PJ or Wolfpack t-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie.*SACK LUNCH is needed. Students also need to bring a notebook, pencil and water bottle. Bibles will be provided.
For anyone who rented a tux through Roxi’s Elegant Bridal in Norfolk, Emily Borer will return the tux if it is brought to school by 8:15 a.m. this morning. Please lay it on the chair outside the office and make sure all pieces are accounted for.
April calendar items due in the office this Wednesday at noon.
Friday, March 21, 2025
It was a GREAT day to host the District D2-3 Speech Meet! The team saw great success today, qualified 8 events for state, and placed 3rd as a team! 5th place – Kinley D. in Entertainment 5th place – Christian P. in Humorous State Qualifiers are: 3rd place – Harlie T. in Poetry, 3rd place – Jovie B. in POI, 3rd place – Jovie B. in Persuasive,3rd place – Camry K., Brooke K., Matthew K., Aiden K., & Tessa B. in OID, 2nd place – Olivia K. in Informative, 2nd place – Tessa B. in Serious, 1st place – Reese S. in Serious and 1st place – Brooke K. & Aiden K. in Duet.
Tessa—please pay for your Prom meals after announcements.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office before leaving school today. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. The starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
Rural St. John’s is having their annual Fish Fry this evening. If any house or students need hours, please let Brenda know. They would appreciate any help you can give.
Dress Code for retreats – jeans and a PJ or Wolfpack t-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie.*SACK LUNCH is needed. Students also need to bring a notebook, pencil and water bottle. Bibles will be provided.
For anyone who rented a tux through Roxi’s Elegant Bridal in Norfolk for prom this weekend, Emily Borer will return the tux if it is brought to school by 8:15 a.m. on Monday, March 24th. Please lay it on the chair outside the office and make sure all pieces are accounted for.
Congratulations to the Wolfpack basketball team members who were named to the NVC All-Conference list: 1st team-Madelyn K., Braelyn M., Jarek E. & Karson K. 2nd team-Kate F., Kayton Z. & Kellan H. Honorable Mention-Dylan K. & Max H.
April calendar items due in the office next Wednesday at noon.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Wednesday: Tacos w/ Soft Shell Corn Jell-O Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until this Friday, March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. The starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
Rural St. John’s is having their annual Fish Fry this Friday evening. If any house or students are in need of hours, please let Brenda know. They would appreciate any help you can give.
Dress Code for retreats – jeans and a PJ or Wolfpack t-shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie.*SACK LUNCH is needed.
For anyone who rented a tux through Roxi’s Elegant Bridal in Norfolk for prom this weekend, Emily Borer will return the tux if it is brought to school by 8:15 a.m. on Monday, March 24th. Please lay it on the chair outside the office and make sure all pieces are accounted for.
A reminder we are hosting District Speech on Thursday. Please make sure you take home after school today all book bags, PE bags, show boards, etc. (just in case the weather forecast proves true!)
Due to the impending weather, we will not be attending Scholastic Day at Northeast tomorrow.
Monday, March 17, 2025
Tuesday: Deli Turkey w/ WG Bun Baked Fries Green Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
High school Stations of the Cross throughout the week.
Reminder that today is our 2nd food drive-green clothing for green items.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. The starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
Juniors and seniors: Please return your post prom permission slip to either Mrs. Drueke or the office before leaving today.
Rural St. John’s is having their annual Fish Fry this Friday evening. If any house or students are in need of hours please let Brenda know.
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Monday: __________________________________________________________________________
Happy Birthday to Mr. Nieman celebrating his birthday today and Mrs. Henn on Friday
Good luck to our boys’ basketball team competing in the State Tournament. The first game is this evening at 7:45 at the Devaney Center with Wynot. If the boys win on Thursday, Friday will be red, white and blue day. No US flags are allowed to be held or worn. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Schiltmeyer.
Our Speech Night will be held Sunday evening at 6:00 in our library.
Reminder that Monday is our 2nd food drive-green clothing for green items.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. The starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
Juniors and seniors: Please return your post prom permission slip to either Mrs. Drueke or the office by Monday, March 17.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Thursday: Chicken Breast Pattie/Bun Mashed Potatoes/Gravy Glazed Carrots Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
Happy Birthday to Liam P. celebrating his birthday today.
Pep Rally for boys’ state basketball this afternoon at 3:00 in the EPS Gym.
Today is our Food Drive # 1– “pajamas for breakfast items”. Bring a breakfast item and wear your pajamas to school.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. Starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
If the boys win on Thursday at state, Friday will be red, white and blue day. No US flags are allowed to be held or worn. If any questions, please see Mrs. Schiltmeyer.
Juniors and seniors: Please return your post prom permission slip to either Mrs. Drueke or the office by Monday, March 17.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Wednesday: Mr. Rib/Bun Tri-Pattie Green Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
Today is the end of the 3rd quarter.
Tomorrow is our Food Drive # 1– “pajamas for breakfast items”. Bring a breakfast item and wear your pajamas to school.
FFA Districts are being held at Sargent today. Brayden, Gavin and Michael are excused at 9:00 this morning and should return approximately 2:00 p.m.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
A reminder that Spring Raffle ticket forms and payment are due in the office.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. Starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
The City of Elgin is hiring the following positions: Pool manager, assistant pool manager, full and part time lifeguards and summer maintenance person. See poster in the front hall.
If the boys win on Thursday at state, Friday will be red, white and blue day. No US flags are allowed to be held or worn. If any questions, please see Mrs. Schiltmeyer.
The Crusader speech team traveled to Riverside yesterday. Coming home with places in the “Honors” finals are: Reese S. 4th in serious prose, Olivia K. 5th in informative, Aiden K. and Brooke K. 5th in duet. Receiving superior ratings were: Tessa B. in serious prose, Christian P. in humorous prose, Kinley D. in entertainment, Jovie B. in both POI and persuasive, Harlie T. in poetry, and Olivia K. and Juliana M. in duet. Pope John will be hosting their district competition on March 20th.
Monday, March 10, 2025
Tuesday: Enchilada Casserole Corn Garlic Bread Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad __________________________________________________________________________
Good Luck to our speech team competing at Riverside today.
High school Stations of the Cross will be held throughout the week.
There will be a track meeting after school today in the EPS weight room. Conditioning practices will be held Tuesday and Wednesday.
Boys golf meeting after school today in Mr. Ostransky’s classroom. If you are on the boys’ basketball team and plan on participating in golf, please email him or talk to him today during the 8th hour. Please do not miss practice.
This Wednesday, March 12th, is our Food Drive # 1– “pajamas for breakfast items”
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
Any student in grades 9, 10, or 11 interested in attending the Youth Energy Leadership Camp this summer from July 21-25 at Camp Comeca in Cozad, NE should see the information sheet in the hallway or check their Google Classroom from Mrs. Schiltmeyer.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. Starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Monday: Cornbread Sausage Baked Beans Chocolate Chip Cookie Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
This Lent each house will have a goal of $200 and a school goal of $800 as their Lenten project. Monies raised will be donated to Tintern Retreat and Resource Center.
There will be a track meeting on Monday, March 10th in the EPS weight room after school. Conditioning practices will be held Tuesday and Wednesday.
Sign up for Dance Team 2025-2026 in the office until March 21st. More information will be sent to students who sign up.
Any student in grades 9, 10, or 11 interested in attending the Youth Energy Leadership Camp this summer from July 21-25 at Camp Comeca in Cozad, NE should see the information sheet in the hallway or check their Google Classroom from Mrs. Schiltmeyer.
The Neligh Mill has an opening for a Tour Guide position this summer. Tuesday – Saturday, 28 hours per week. Starting date in May is flexible. Must be 16 years old. Apply by 3-14-25 at statejobs.nebraska.gov or for more information contact the Neligh Mill at 402-887-4303.