Trevor Hintz, son of Patrick and Crystal Hintz, attended St. John Lutheran School in Battle Creek until eighth grade before coming to Battle Creek Public Schools his freshman year. Trevor is an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church.
Trevor was an active member of FFA during all four years of high school where he qualified for state on one occasion. Additionally, he competed in track for three seasons, earning three letters. He played football for one season and was a member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes as a senior.
Trevor listed Mrs. Jessica Eymann as his favorite teacher at the school, stating, “She makes school more enjoyable.” He listed Metal Fabrication as his favorite class because he likes to build projects for outside customers. When asked to name a fondest memory from his time at BCHS, Trevor listed when Kevan “Flea” Hueftle came and presented to the student body a few weeks ago. He said, “[His message] was very inspiring.”
Outside of school, Trevor enjoys traveling, hunting, camping, and spending time with his family. He played baseball for two seasons and spends a lot of time working. Trevor owned a lawn mowing business over the past two years but recently sold it because he is working on his welding certification.
After graduation, Trevor plans to go straight into the workforce.
Trevor was an active member of FFA during all four years of high school where he qualified for state on one occasion. Additionally, he competed in track for three seasons, earning three letters. He played football for one season and was a member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes as a senior.
Trevor listed Mrs. Jessica Eymann as his favorite teacher at the school, stating, “She makes school more enjoyable.” He listed Metal Fabrication as his favorite class because he likes to build projects for outside customers. When asked to name a fondest memory from his time at BCHS, Trevor listed when Kevan “Flea” Hueftle came and presented to the student body a few weeks ago. He said, “[His message] was very inspiring.”
Outside of school, Trevor enjoys traveling, hunting, camping, and spending time with his family. He played baseball for two seasons and spends a lot of time working. Trevor owned a lawn mowing business over the past two years but recently sold it because he is working on his welding certification.
After graduation, Trevor plans to go straight into the workforce.
Congratulations to these Brave and Bravette BB players on being honored by the Mid State Conference for their work this season!
Thanks to the Battle Creek Public Library for providing this work based learning experience for our senior.
Battle Creek senior M. Moore is building a bright future in education! Today, she’s gaining hands-on experience working with elementary students at St. Paul Lutheran in Norfolk.
A big thank you to the teachers for welcoming her into their classroom.
Hands-on, real-world experience in action! 🔧
This Battle Creek senior is gaining valuable skills today as a diesel mechanic thanks to Cornhusker International of Norfolk. Supervisors say he’s a great worker with a bright future ahead!
Battle Creek senior Easton Hardy is learning from the best in the business today.
Today’s project: determining the slope of a structure—an essential skill in drafting and design. What a great hands-on opportunity to sharpen real-world skills with the team at Nucor Detailing!
Reminder of the Speech Showcase starting at 7 pm tonight! This is a great opportunity to see all of the hard work these students have put in over the last few months. Plus, it's free!
Thanks to Marty Clausen and Clausen Air of Norfolk for providing this Battle Creek senior with valuable, hands-on professional learning. Work-based learning at Battle Creek helps kickstart our students’ career paths and sets them up for future success.
Tonight's Spring Play auditions have been rescheduled in order to allow everyone the chance to attend tonight's Speech Showcase!
If you are unable to attend and interested in participating, reach out to Mr. McKeown to make other arrangements!
Jaidyn Jo Smutny, daughter of Jesse and Angie Smutny, attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School and St. John Lutheran School before coming to Battle Creek High her freshman year. She is a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Jaidyn was a four-year member of the volleyball and basketball teams. In volleyball, she was a two-year captain and a four-time letter winner. For her efforts, she was named to the preseason Norfolk Daily News Super Six Team and the postseason Elite 8 Team. She also set the school record for career digs, ending her senior year with 1,769 digs in total. In basketball, she was a three-time letter winner and a captain her senior year. Jaidyn also participated in track for three years and was a three-time letter winner.
Aside from athletics, Jaidyn was a two-year member of Trailblazers and National Honor Society. In National Honor Society, she served as parliamentarian her junior year and as secretary her senior year. Jaidyn also held class officer positions, including prom chair her junior year and treasurer her senior year. For her efforts in the classroom, she has received Student of the Month honors on two occasions and has been on A-honor roll all four years.
When asked to name a favorite instructor, Jaidyn listed Mrs. Angela Gray and Mr. Junior Aguilar, stating that Mrs. Gray does a great job helping her students and is a great person to talk to, and Mr. Aguilar because she loves the environment he has in class and how he does a great job interacting with students and teaching them important information thoroughly. She also added that Mr. Aguilar’s Anatomy and Physiology class was her favorite because they had a fun time with a small group of kids, and she learned lots of great information that will help her in her future career.
Outside of school, Jaidyn holds a job at Heritage of Bel-Air Nursing Home in Norfolk as a CNA, a job which she has held since the beginning of this year. In her free time, Jaidyn enjoys watching sporting events, hanging out with friends and family, going to church, and spending time outdoors.
After high school, Jaidyn plans to attend Concordia University in Seward, where she will play for the volleyball team while earning a degree in biology.
Jaidyn was a four-year member of the volleyball and basketball teams. In volleyball, she was a two-year captain and a four-time letter winner. For her efforts, she was named to the preseason Norfolk Daily News Super Six Team and the postseason Elite 8 Team. She also set the school record for career digs, ending her senior year with 1,769 digs in total. In basketball, she was a three-time letter winner and a captain her senior year. Jaidyn also participated in track for three years and was a three-time letter winner.
Aside from athletics, Jaidyn was a two-year member of Trailblazers and National Honor Society. In National Honor Society, she served as parliamentarian her junior year and as secretary her senior year. Jaidyn also held class officer positions, including prom chair her junior year and treasurer her senior year. For her efforts in the classroom, she has received Student of the Month honors on two occasions and has been on A-honor roll all four years.
When asked to name a favorite instructor, Jaidyn listed Mrs. Angela Gray and Mr. Junior Aguilar, stating that Mrs. Gray does a great job helping her students and is a great person to talk to, and Mr. Aguilar because she loves the environment he has in class and how he does a great job interacting with students and teaching them important information thoroughly. She also added that Mr. Aguilar’s Anatomy and Physiology class was her favorite because they had a fun time with a small group of kids, and she learned lots of great information that will help her in her future career.
Outside of school, Jaidyn holds a job at Heritage of Bel-Air Nursing Home in Norfolk as a CNA, a job which she has held since the beginning of this year. In her free time, Jaidyn enjoys watching sporting events, hanging out with friends and family, going to church, and spending time outdoors.
After high school, Jaidyn plans to attend Concordia University in Seward, where she will play for the volleyball team while earning a degree in biology.
Casey Jonathan Dean Schnebel, son of Johnathan and Jillian Schnebel, attended pre-kindergarten in Pierce before coming to Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of his education. He is an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Casey participated in football, wrestling, and track during all four years of high school. In both football and wrestling, he was honored as team captain. Outside of athletics, Casey participated in FFA for three years. He served as treasurer his freshman year and vice president his sophomore year.
Casey listed his favorite teacher as Mr. Kobe Lade and his favorite class as physics, stating “Mr. Junior Aguilar is a great teacher, and we get to do so many projects on our own.” His fondest memory from his time at BCHS was when he pranked Mr. Aguilar by flipping all the drawers in his class upside down, stealing his periodic table of elements (don’t worry, he gave it back), and wrapping his car with Saran Wrap.
Outside of school, Casey enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and road-tripping. He has been employed by Jon Schnebel as a groundskeeper for two years.
After high school, Casey plans to attend Mount Marty University in Yankton, South Dakota, to extend his football career and earn a degree in exercise science. He hopes to one day pursue a career in athletic training.
Casey participated in football, wrestling, and track during all four years of high school. In both football and wrestling, he was honored as team captain. Outside of athletics, Casey participated in FFA for three years. He served as treasurer his freshman year and vice president his sophomore year.
Casey listed his favorite teacher as Mr. Kobe Lade and his favorite class as physics, stating “Mr. Junior Aguilar is a great teacher, and we get to do so many projects on our own.” His fondest memory from his time at BCHS was when he pranked Mr. Aguilar by flipping all the drawers in his class upside down, stealing his periodic table of elements (don’t worry, he gave it back), and wrapping his car with Saran Wrap.
Outside of school, Casey enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, and road-tripping. He has been employed by Jon Schnebel as a groundskeeper for two years.
After high school, Casey plans to attend Mount Marty University in Yankton, South Dakota, to extend his football career and earn a degree in exercise science. He hopes to one day pursue a career in athletic training.
Jaelynn Jean Wilken, daughter of Jeanie Wilken and the late Randy Wilken, attended Sherry’s House Preschool in Norfolk, Park Avenue Christian School for kindergarten through 2nd grade, and Trinity Lutheran School for part of 3rd grade before coming to St. John Lutheran School for the remainder of her elementary education. Jaelynn has been at Battle Creek High School since seventh grade. She is a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Jaelynn participated in one act play production for three years and choir during all four years of high school. For her efforts in the classroom, she was recognized as Student of the Month, and she also received a Brave Award.
Outside of school, Jaelynn enjoys drawing, singing, having movie nights, and volunteering for Vacation Bible School at her church.
Jaelynn listed her favorite staff member as Ms. Cati Witzel, stating, “She’s always ready to listen if I need to talk.” Jaelynn’s favorite class this year was Workplace Communication with Mrs. Angela Gray. She said she enjoyed having the opportunity to improve her writing skills. Her fondest memory from her time at BCHS was getting to participate in one act play because it made her feel more confident.
After high school, Jaelynn plans to attend Northeast Community College to pursue a career in graphic design.
Jaelynn participated in one act play production for three years and choir during all four years of high school. For her efforts in the classroom, she was recognized as Student of the Month, and she also received a Brave Award.
Outside of school, Jaelynn enjoys drawing, singing, having movie nights, and volunteering for Vacation Bible School at her church.
Jaelynn listed her favorite staff member as Ms. Cati Witzel, stating, “She’s always ready to listen if I need to talk.” Jaelynn’s favorite class this year was Workplace Communication with Mrs. Angela Gray. She said she enjoyed having the opportunity to improve her writing skills. Her fondest memory from her time at BCHS was getting to participate in one act play because it made her feel more confident.
After high school, Jaelynn plans to attend Northeast Community College to pursue a career in graphic design.
Aspen Raelynn Elizabeth Greve, daughter of Donita and Brian Summers and Matt and Amber Greve, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all 14 years of her education.
Aspen was involved in multiple activities at BCHS including being a four-year member of speech, band, one act play production, and cheerleading. In one acts, she held the position as stage manager and crew chief for one year. She was also served as cheer captain her senior year. Aspen was additionally in student council for two years and was a member of the dance team for one year. For her efforts, Aspen received varsity letters in one act play production, speech, cheer, and dance.
For her efforts in the classroom, Aspen has been on honor roll and received Student of the Month honors on one occasion. She received Character Student of the Month awards on three occasions. When asked to name a favorite teacher at the school, Aspen mentioned Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating that she is really funny even when the class annoys her sometimes. Aspen listed her favorite subject as math because it will help her with her future, and art because she is very artistic and enjoys using her talent. Her fondest memory during her time at BCHS is when she was working on the mural in the park for art and accidentally spilled a whole can of pink paint on her legs.
Outside of school, Aspen holds a job at Goody’s Grille as a busser and hostess, a position she has held for two years. In her free time, Aspen enjoys drawing, reading, playing pickle ball, and spending time with her family.
After high school, Aspen will attend Northeast Community College where she will study nursing. She later plans to study in the University of Nebraska Medical Center nursing program.
Aspen was involved in multiple activities at BCHS including being a four-year member of speech, band, one act play production, and cheerleading. In one acts, she held the position as stage manager and crew chief for one year. She was also served as cheer captain her senior year. Aspen was additionally in student council for two years and was a member of the dance team for one year. For her efforts, Aspen received varsity letters in one act play production, speech, cheer, and dance.
For her efforts in the classroom, Aspen has been on honor roll and received Student of the Month honors on one occasion. She received Character Student of the Month awards on three occasions. When asked to name a favorite teacher at the school, Aspen mentioned Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating that she is really funny even when the class annoys her sometimes. Aspen listed her favorite subject as math because it will help her with her future, and art because she is very artistic and enjoys using her talent. Her fondest memory during her time at BCHS is when she was working on the mural in the park for art and accidentally spilled a whole can of pink paint on her legs.
Outside of school, Aspen holds a job at Goody’s Grille as a busser and hostess, a position she has held for two years. In her free time, Aspen enjoys drawing, reading, playing pickle ball, and spending time with her family.
After high school, Aspen will attend Northeast Community College where she will study nursing. She later plans to study in the University of Nebraska Medical Center nursing program.
What a great day for Battle Creek 7th grade! Teamwork in action, friendships being built, and memories that will last a lifetime. Classmates today, friends forever. 🔥
#BlazeDay2026
Ethyn Frank Murphy, son of Tonya and Frank Murphy, attended Battle Creek for all fourteen years of his schooling. Ethyn is also an active member of First Christian Church in Norfolk.
When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Ethyn listed Mr. Kobe Lade, stating, “He can take jokes most of the time. Even though he tries to act nonchalant, he does get over-stimulated and annoyed very easily, which is always a good laugh.” Ethyn named Technical Math as his favorite class. Ethyn stated that his favorite memory from high school was his junior Blaze Day trip.
Outside of school, Ethan enjoys hanging out with his friends and family and working. He has owned a landscaping and lawn care business for four years. For his work-based learning placement this year, Ethyn is employed at Clausen Heating and Air.
After high school, Ethyn will attend Northeast Community College to pursue a career in HVAC.
When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Ethyn listed Mr. Kobe Lade, stating, “He can take jokes most of the time. Even though he tries to act nonchalant, he does get over-stimulated and annoyed very easily, which is always a good laugh.” Ethyn named Technical Math as his favorite class. Ethyn stated that his favorite memory from high school was his junior Blaze Day trip.
Outside of school, Ethan enjoys hanging out with his friends and family and working. He has owned a landscaping and lawn care business for four years. For his work-based learning placement this year, Ethyn is employed at Clausen Heating and Air.
After high school, Ethyn will attend Northeast Community College to pursue a career in HVAC.
Battle Creek 7th graders are enjoying a day at the YMCA for their Blaze Day. Thanks to the great junior and senior trailblazers for their leadership.
As we approach state testing, our school is preparing students to do their best and show what they have learned this year. State assessments help us understand student progress and guide future instruction. Families can support their children by encouraging a good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and a positive attitude on testing days. We are proud of the hard work our students have shown all year and look forward to seeing their efforts reflected during testing. Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed!
March 23rd: PreACT (10th Grade
March 24th: ACT (11th Grade)
March 26th-April 21st: NSCAS (3rd-8th Grade)
NSCAS Testing Calendar
BC fans .... here is the link to order state speech attire in support of the qualifiers who will be competing next Friday in Kearney. The shop will close down at 10 AM on FRIDAY so do not delay!
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Here are the official results from yesterday's C1–5 District Speech Tournament. BC finished the tournament as runner‑up and qualified seven individuals in a total of nine entries for next week's state tournament in Kearney. Congratulations to all!
JH Speech Shirts are available again! The store closes March 30th and shirts will be in before the first meet. Don't miss your chance to support!
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