Battle Creek Public Schools

Congratulations to Junior Stusse on being named the NSWCA Class C Guy Mytty outstanding senior wrestler award winner! #BuiltDifferent

Gavin Olson, son of Scott and Beth Olson, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education. He is a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Battle Creek. Gavin was active in football and track and field for all four years of high school. Aside from athletics, Gavin was involved in speech for four seasons. He served as one of the speech captains this past winter and claimed a fifth place medal at the state meet with his Oral Interpretation of Drama teammates. Gavin was also active in quiz bowl for four years and served as a captain for two. He was a member of the National Honor Society as a junior and senior, serving as the Historian last year and the President this year. Gavin was also involved in band during all four years and qualified for all state band. He was a Trailblazer for two years and in student council for one year. Gavin represented Battle Creek at the Nebraska Boys’ State last summer. He served as his class’s president during all four years of high school. He has been honored as Student of the Month and Character Student of the Month on many occasions. When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Gavin named Mr. Junior Aguilar, stating “I love his constant enthusiasm and support whether in the classroom, on the field, or at speech. He’s got that dog mentality.” Gavin also listed his favorite subject as science. He said, “I love learning about the why and discovering the world around me. Every day, I could learn and experience something new.” When asked to name a fondest memory from his time in high school, Gavin mentioned all the homecoming games. He said, “I love to compete, and I always enjoyed doing it alongside my classmates.” Outside of school, Gavin enjoys hunting and fishing. He also likes to golf in his free time. After graduation, Gavin plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Kearney. While there, he wants to become a high school biology teacher.

Reminder to students in grades 7th and 8th! Dance is next week already! The theme is Hawaiian! Any questions ask Mrs. Nelson.

Conner James Neuhalfen is the proud son of Jerod and Sheryl Neuhalfen. He’s a Battle Creek native, attending Battle Creek Public Schools from kindergarten through senior year. Conner is an active member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church where he finds community and faith. Throughout high school, Conner participated in football, wrestling, and track. His hard work and commitment in the classroom also earned him a spot in the National Honor Society. When asked to reflect on his favorite teacher, Conner named Mr. Junior Aguilar whose science class became his favorite subject. According to Conner, the best memory from his time at BCHS was when he and his wrestling teammates clinched the state championship. Outside the classroom, Conner balances working at Vic’s Engine Repair and serving as a summer lifeguard at the Battle Creek Public Pool. Looking ahead, Conner has big plans. After graduation, he will attend the University of Nebraska in Kearney, where he plans to pursue his dream of becoming a cardiovascular perfusionist. He will dedicate himself to a career where he can combine his passion for science with wanting to help others.

Samantha Jo Wemhoff, daughter of Jake and Angie Wemhoff, began her education at Jefferson Elementary in Norfolk, Nebraska, attending from kindergarten through third grade. She then moved to Des Moines Christian School in Urbandale, Iowa, for fourth through sixth grade before completing her education at Battle Creek Public High School from seventh grade through her senior year. She is a member of Northern Heights Baptist Church in Norfolk. Throughout high school, Sami was actively involved in athletics and extracurricular activities. She was a four-year member of the volleyball, basketball, and track teams, and she served on the student council throughout high school, where she served as Vice President her senior year. Sami participated in FCCLA for three years and was a two-year member of FFA, speech, and Trailblazers. In athletics, Sami earned letters in all her sports. In basketball, she was a three-time all-conference selection, received honorable mention as a freshman, and earned Elite 8 First Team and All-State Honorable Mention recognition. In volleyball, she was named to the Mid-State All-Conference team, received honorable mention, and was recognized as Newcomer of the Year her freshman year. When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Sami named Mr. Jeremy Weidner, noting that he always encouraged her to do her best and made every conversation enjoyable. Her favorite class was yearbook; she loved taking photos of school activities and enjoying Mrs. Angela Gray's delicious snacks. Some of her fondest high school memories will always be from competing in district final basketball games, where she cherished traveling with friends and making lifelong memories. Outside of school, Sami enjoys spending time with family and friends; working out; playing the guitar, piano, and ukulele; and shopping. She also stays busy as a CNA at Community Pride Care Center in Battle Creek, serves as the assistant manager at the Battle Creek pool, and works as a lifeguard and referee at the Norfolk YMCA. After high school, Sami plans to attend Wayne State College, where she will play basketball and pursue a degree in pre-nursing. She hopes to become a pediatric nurse.

Lana Faye Tillman, daughter of Joshua and Sarah Tillman, was homeschooled before attending St. John Lutheran School for grades first through sixth. She came to Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of her education. Lana is an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in BattleCreek. Lana was a four-year member of speech, choir, band, one act play production, and cheer. In cheerleading, she served as a captain for two years, and she was the choir and band president for one year each. Lana was on the dance team for two years, and she was a member of National Honor Society. In speech, Lana is a three-time state qualifier. Last year as a junior she was the district champion in entertainment speaking. As a senior, she finished as state runner-up in both entertainment and humorous prose. Lana has received multiple Student of the Month awards for her efforts in and out of the classroom. Lana listed Mr. Junior Aguilar as her favorite staff member. She mentioned how he is relatable and makes class engaging. Lana also stated, “Getting the opportunity to be coached by him in speech is one of the highlights of my senior year.” Lana named band as her favorite subject, stating, “It is always a stress-free period in my day.” When recalling her fondest memory while at Battle Creek High School, Lana mentioned her senior year homecoming week. She enjoyed how the entire senior class was participating and having fun all while winning the week's competition. Outside of school, Lana has been a dance instructor at Paulyn’s Dance Studio for four years. She has danced at the studio for the past thirteen years. Aside from dance, Lana enjoys being a member of the LIGHT youth group through St. John Lutheran Church. After graduation, Lana will attend Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska, where she plans to major in music education. She also will be on the Bulldogs dance team.

Jaelynn Storm Kesting, daughter of Bryan and Kaleena Kesting, attended Pierce Public Schools before coming to Battle Creek High School her freshman year. Jaelynn was a four-year member of speech and a three-year member of one act play production, cheerleading, and choir. As a senior, she served as a speech captain and student manager. Jaelynn represented Battle Creek High School at Nebraska Girls State last summer. When asked to name a favorite teacher, Jaelynn listed Mrs. Janet Miller and Mrs. LeAnn Frauendorfer because they always made cheer fun. She listed her favorite class as art because it is lots of fun and because she loves making things. Jaelynn’s fondest memory from her time at BCHS was her junior blaze day because she was able to try something new: the obstacle course. After high school, Jaelynn plans to attend Northeast Community College where she will study to become a veterinarian technician.

Students, don’t forget to purchase your yearbook! Go to yearbookforever.com to order online. If you want your name stamped on the book, the deadline for that is April 28! You will still be able to purchase after that date, but you will NOT be able to have your name stamped on the cover.

St. John PTL has invited us to join Book Bingo this Friday, April 4th at St. John Lutheran School. What a great way to encourage reading! Keep turning those pages and Happy Reading! 📚💙💜

The Brave and Bravette track teams took care of business at the Cedar Catholic Invite, winning both team races today. The boys put up 180 points while the girls followed with 163 of their own. 🏆 🏆

Wyatt Nierodzik, son of Ed and Jennifer Nierodzik, attended school in Tilden from kindergarten through eighth grade before coming to Battle Creek his freshman year. Wyatt participated in football for four seasons and wrestling and track for two. Aside from athletics, Wyatt was involved as a Trailblazer and went on Blaze days with younger classes, serving as a mentor to them. He was also a member of the Battle Creek Quiz Bowl team. When asked to name a favorite teacher, Wyatt listed Mr. Kobe Lade. Wyatt mentioned that math was his favorite subject in school. Wyatt’s fondest memory from his time at BCHS was Mr. Taylor Baumert’s 8th period class his junior year because “you never knew what was going to happen.” After high school, Wyatt plans to go straight into the workforce. He plans to work in construction.

Logan Dean Lutt is the son of Lyle and Neisha Lutt. Logan attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School in Norfolk before coming to Battle Creek High School at the start of his freshman year. He is a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk. Logan participated in numerous activities throughout his high school career. He played football for all four years, golfed for three, wrestled for two, and ran track for one. He was also a member of FFA, mock trial, and quiz bowl for two years. Logan listed his favorite teacher as Mr. Ryan Heller, stating, “He has a good and engaging classroom. He makes math fun.” Likewise, Logan mentioned that math was his favorite subject. When asked to name his fondest memory from his time at BCHS, Logan said that he liked wrestling duals because “all eyes are on one match, cheering and celebrating.” Outside of school, Logan enjoys hunting, fishing, and camping. He lifeguarded at Aquaventure in Norfolk for three years and at the Battle Creek pool for one. He also has done some roofing and snow removal to make a few extra dollars. After graduation, Logan plans to attend Northeast Community College for two years to major in pre-engineering before transferring to South Dakota School of Mines. There he will pursue a degree in mechanical engineering.

Zion Daivid Baier, son of Jason and Aron Baier, started his education at Picotte Elementary School in Omaha. He attended middle school at Alice Buffet in Omaha before coming to Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of his education. Zion listed his church affiliation as Lutheran. Zion was a four-year member of the cross country and track teams, and he participated in wrestling for two seasons. Aside from athletics, Zion participated in speech, quiz bowl, FCCLA, and student council throughout high school. He served as the class treasurer as a freshman year and vice president as a junior. Zion earned varsity letters in cross country and speech. For his efforts in the classroom, he was honored with an Academic All-State award in wrestling and cross country. He was also a state competitor in cross country. Zion was a STAR competitor in FCCLA. Outside of school, he participated in scouting. When asked to name a favorite teacher, Zion mentioned Mr. Wojtolewicz from Alice Buffet School, stating, “He started my love for math.” Zion said math was his favorite subject because he is good at it. He added, “It gives me a feeling of accomplishment and a physical goal to reach for.” Zion mentioned that his favorite memory from his time at Battle Creek Public Schools was state cross country his junior year because of all the memories made with his teammates. Outside of school, Zion enjoys staying active and playing video games. He currently works at Nucor as an electrical engineering intern. After high school, Zion will attend either the University of Nebraska at Lincoln or South Dakota School of Mines. He plans to study mechanical engineering.

Here is the schedule for today's high school track meet at Cedar Catholic

Getting ready to compete at Conference Quiz Bowl in Albion!

Mid State Conference Quiz Bowl link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uiQOVTwWG6X0XhvuLOPWVcai0x9fgZa-u5OWmLfudOE/edit

Music and sunshine 🎶☀️ Some of the music classes took advantage of the nice weather last week! #musiced #bcpsne #springisfinallyhere

We are 5 WEEKS from our annual mattress fundraiser! 📅🎶 Our goal is 25+ mattresses this year & anything can be shipped anywhere! Please help support your local music department by sharing the news and the event on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1134825155311942

Jaxon Kilmurry had the opportunity to play in the Battle of the Borders Nebraska vs South Dakota All Star game. He represented Battle Creek well.

March 31st - April 4th Weekly Update... #CommittedToExcellence! #WhatAnOpportunity!