Congratulations to these outstanding students on being voted April Students of the Month for Battle Creek Jr/Sr High School.
New History Instructor at BCHS
By Kaitlyn Pochop
The students of Battle Creek will have a new history instructor this coming fall: Mr. Jeremy Weidner. Weidner will replace Mrs. Teresa Christensen who is leaving the school after 28 years of service.
Weidner grew up in Battle Creek, Nebraska, and graduated from Battle Creek High School in 2007. He continued his education at Peru State College, graduating in 2011. For the past nine years, Weidner has been teaching at Norfolk Senior High where he was a physical education teacher. While at Norfolk, Weidner coached football and boys basketball. In the fall of 2021, Weidner was an assistant coach for the football squad at Battle Creek.
Weidner mentioned that he has always wanted to be back in his hometown. He stated that he is excited to work with the youth in the community and to give back to the teachers, coaches, and many others in the community who helped mold him into the person he is today. Weidner went on to say that he has heard a lot of good things about the staff at both Battle Creek Elementary as well as at the high school, and he cannot wait to be a part of that team. Weidner is hoping to become more involved with the Battle Creek community while he is a teacher at Battle Creek High School.
Weidner and his wife Kayla have three children: Harlee who is a kindergartener at Battle Creek Elementary, a three year old son named Boone, and a seven month old son Nash. In his free time, Weidner enjoys spending time with his family, watching and coaching sports, and farming.
Sports physicals will be held at the high school on May 6th from 3:00-5:30. Cost is $25. Forms and payment can be turned into the office by Thursday, May 5th. Contact the high school office with any questions.
The junior high track meet has been moved to Thursday, April 28th at 10:00am in Pierce.
Our Mattress Sale is THIS WEEKEND on Saturday, April 30th, from 10am-4pm in the Battle Creek High School Cafeteria. Every item purchased benefits the Battle Creek Music Dept! 30+ different mattresses on display from Englander, Therapedic and Wellsville, priced up to 50% off retail pricing! Pillows, sheet sets, mattress protectors, bed frames, box springs, weighted blankets, CordaRoy’s Convertible Bean Bag chairs, and Infinity Massage Products also on display! Financing available! Credit cards, cash and checks accepted as payment. All mattresses are made to order and are delivered to your house about 4 weeks after the sale is complete! Come on out and support the Battle Creek Music Dept!!! See you on Saturday, April 30th!!!!
Twenty BC Junior High students competed at the Norfolk Jr High speech meet on Friday, April 22. Everyone performed so well and fought through their nerves! Brynn Schmidt placed 4th in Informative Speaking! Congrats!!
Job well done at district music today!
Choir at District Music!
Great job at District Music Contest BC Band!
Landon Olson extended his school record in the high jump today to 06-09, claiming gold at the West Holt invite. #RareFish #CoyoteCommit
Longtime History Instructor Leaving Battle Creek
By Delaney Meinke
History instructor Mrs. Teresa Christensen is leaving Battle Creek High after 28 years of service to the district. Christensen is taking a similar position in Stanton, Nebraska, where she and her husband have lived for the past several years. She served as the head volleyball coach for the Bravettes from 1994-2016.
Christensen grew up in Fremont, Nebraska, and attended Nebraska Wesleyan University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in 1994. In 2008, she earned a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from Wayne State College.
In addition to her classroom duties, Christensen will be the head volleyball coach of the Stanton Mustangs. She looks forward to building relationships with the students and staff in her community.
The couple has two daughters: Emily is a fourth grade teacher in Central City, Nebraska, and Elizabeth is a nursing student at Northeast Community College. Her husband Keith is the manager of the Stanton Coop.
Battle Creek wishes you nothing but the best in your new home, Mrs. C.
2nd Grade Field Trip to Edgerton Explorit Center in Aurora. Perfect day for a field trip!
New Elementary Teacher at BCHS
By Taylor Easland
The students of Battle Creek Elementary School will have a new teacher coming this fall: Miss Jamie Frisch. Frisch will replace Mr. Blake Mooney who is leaving at the end of the school year.
Frisch grew up in Madison, Nebraska, and attended Battle Creek High School before obtaining a bachelor’s degree from Wayne State College. She is currently working on a master’s degree through the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
Frisch stated that she “loves working with kids”. She added that it is so enjoyable to see the "light bulb" go on when they finally understand a concept. Frisch began teaching in the fall of 2018 in Stanton, where she has been a fourth grade teacher for the past four years.
Frisch is excited to make the move to Battle Creek because she wanted to get closer to home and family. Frisch stated, “The community [of Battle Creek] is very welcoming and supportive.”
Frisch is engaged and will be getting married in September. Some of her hobbies include crafting, reading, quilting, and crocheting.
New 6th Grade Teacher at BCPS
By Breanna Borchers
Battle Creek Elementary School would like to welcome Mrs. Rachel Zohner to its staff in August. Zohner will be teaching sixth grade.
After graduating from Deuel High School in South Dakota in 2016, she attended Northern State University in Aberdeen, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in K-8 Education in 2019. Zohner is currently working on a Master’s Degree in Teaching and Learning.
In 2021, she married Battle Creek native Caleb Zohner. She explained that because of his job as a farmer, they decided to make their home here.
Zohner grew up with three younger brothers and learned early on that she loved being around children. Her love for children and passion to encourage them to strive for their goals make her an excellent asset to the school. She indicated that she looks forward to being involved with families and students in the BC area. Although she is coaching certified, Zohner mentioned that she wants to be sure she is doing her best in the classroom before she takes on any extracurricular activities.
Outside of teaching, Zohner enjoys dedicating time to church activities and spending time with her family. Welcome to Battle Creek, Mrs. Zohner!
West Holt Track Invite Heat Sheets posted under Athletics/TrackandField
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Spring Fling Concert, including all 7th and 8th grade students!
District Music Contest
The Braves take on Pierce and Cedar Catholic in a triangular starting at 4:00 at Hartington Country Club. #GoBraves
Schedule of events for the junior high track meet today starting at 11:00.
