Here is the link for BC State Track APPAREL closing down Friday, May 14th at Noon: No LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-track/
No bones 🦴 about it. The 3rd graders had a great trip to Ashfalls Fossil Beds.
District Track in Atkinson:
10:00 am– Start of Field Events
Pole Vault - Girls followed by Boys
High Jump - Boys followed by Girls
Triple Jump - Girls followed by Boys
Long Jump - Boys followed by Girls
Discus - Boys followed by Girls
Shot Put - Girls followed by Boys
1:30pm -First Session of Running Events
(All events are girls followed by boys and prelims unless noted)
3200m Relay Finals
100m High Hurdles (girls)
110m High Hurdles (boys)
100m Dash
400m Dash Finals
3200m Run Finals
200m Dash
Approx. 30 minute break.
Finals Session
100m Hurdles (girls)
110m Hurdles (boys)
100m Dash
800m Run
300m Hurdles
200m Dash
1600m Run
400m Relay
1600m Relay
All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in the senior high commons for 6th grade shadow day. Battle Creek is ONE! ☝️
Anyone needing the summer athletic camps forms (Elementary-High School) see the below website: It can also be found on the BC website under documents, 2021 summer camps. https://www.battlecreekschools.net/o/battle-creek-public-schools/browse/209824
After discussing the new DHM at tonight's board meeting. Masks are now optional at BCPS starting 5/11/2021.
2nd flight of CO2 cars built by 8th grade 8 to gr8.
FIELD EVENTS START AT 3:00
7TH & 8TH GIRLS HIGH JUMP Then 7TH & 8TH BOYS HJ
7TH GIRLS SHOT Then 8TH GIRLS SHOT
7TH BOYS SHOT Then 8TH BOYS SHOT
8TH GIRLS DISCUS Then 7TH GIRLS DISCUS
8TH BOYS DISCUS Then 7TH BOYS DISCUS
7TH & 8TH BOYS VAULT Then 7th & 8th GIRLS VAULT
7TH GIRLS LONG JUMP Then 8TH GIRLS L. JUMP
8TH BOYS LONG JUMP Then 7TH BOYS L. JUMP
7TH & 8TH GIRLS TRIPLE JUMP Then 7TH & 8TH BOYS TJ
RUNNING EVENTS WILL BE 7TH GIRLS, 8TH GIRLS, 7TH BOYS, 8TH BOYS. 4:30
4 x 800 RELAY
100 METER HURDLES—GIRLS-30”, BOYS-33”
100 METER
1600 METER
4 X 100 RELAY
400 METER
200 METER HURDLES—GIRLS-30”, BOYS-33”
200 METER
800 METER
4 X 400 RELAY
It was a great day for BC yesterday!
Boys Track Team: Champions
Girls Track Team: Runner-Up
Coaches Relay: Champions
Boys Golf Team: Runner-Up
Payton Frederick: Champion with school record round of 4-under par!
BC dads Steve Obst and Brian Taake working hard raking pits today! Thanks men!
Battle Creek senior @Paytonfred2 shoots a 70 to win the Battle Creek Golf Invite. BC Team places 2nd to Pierce
Field Events Beginning at 2:00
Throws will start at 1:30
1st Wave Boys Shot Put 2nd Wave Girls Shot Put
Boys Pole Vault Girls Pole Vault
Boys Long Jump Boys Triple Jump (West Pit)
Girls Long Jump Girls Triple Jump (East Pit)
Girls Discus Boys Discus
Girls High Jump Boys High Jump
Running Events Start Time 4:00
4 x 800 Meter Relay
100 Meter High Hurdles – Girls
110 Meter High Hurdles – Boys
100 Meter Dash
1600 Meter Run
4 x 100 Meter Relay
400 Meter Dash
300 Meter Hurdles
800 Meter Run
200 Meter Dash
3200 Meter Run
Coaches Medley Relay (100, 100, 200, 400)
4 x 400 Meter Relay
Reminder: Sports physicals will be offered at the high school this Friday, May 7th starting at 3:00. This is for any students currently in grades 7th-11th. Cost is $25. Forms are in the office.
The Battle Creek Junior Blaze Day is complete. Great fishing, great team building, great friends great challenges at Timberlake. #wearereadytolead
T-Heimes on the power pole at Timberlake at the BC Blaze Day. #NoFear
Thompson on the power pole at Timberlake.
Finke on the power pole at Timberlake. No challenge all success!
Battle Creek Junior B-West on the power pole at the BC Blaze Day in Timberlake. Great effort!
C-King on the power pole at Timberlake for Battle Creek Blaze Day. Great effort!
BC Junior BC Sullivan on the zip line at Timberlake. #NoFearTakeTheChallenge
BC Blaze Day action on challenge course at Timberlake.
The wall is no challenge for G - Finke on the wall at Timberlake. #BCBlazeDaywegotitgood
The wall is no challenge for G - Finke on the wall at Timberlake. #BCBlazeDaywegotitgood
These two juniors brave the challenge at Timberlake. #Ziplinebcblazeday
The birthday girl successfully climbed the power pole at Timberlake. BC Blaze Days
Battle Creek Junior Blaze Day is all about making friends. These two have been great friends for 13 years.
This BC Junior Cowboy in his Ariats successfully climbs the power pole at Timberlake
@The_MegaKracken ready for the wall climb at Timberlake.
Battle Creek Blaze Day.
First activity for the Junior Blaze Day is on kindness.
First activity for the Junior Blaze Day is on kindness.
Thank you so much to all those who have supported the music department's mattress fundraiser. We appreciate you! Our sale is open online until midnight on Mother's Day, so feel free to check it out at www.forthesleep.com . Thanks again for all your support!
Chalk it up! That’s two more championships for these 8th grade girls and boys tracksters! Took down some tough competition today at the Wayne Invite! 💪👊
Early graduation gifts for the Art 3 & 4 Art students. Custom designed shoes
A Junior High update at the Wayne Invite today, Dawson Amick set a new JH shot put record, launching the stone 43 feet 5 1/2 inches 💪🏼💪🏼
Dawson sets a new JH shot put record 43’ 5-1/2”
From 1st grade to High School Art Class to High School Clothing and Textiles Class... MONSTERS have made there way back to 1st grade!
Junior High Track in Wayne:
Field Events 1:00
Girls Shot put—8th grade followed by 7th grade
Boys Shot put-- 7th grade followed by 8th grade
Discus—Boys 8th grade followed boys 7th grade
Discus--Girls 7th grade followed girls 8th grade
Boys Long jump— 7th grade followed 8th grade
Girls Long jump--- 8th grade followed by 7th grade
Boys Triple jump—7th grade followed 8th grade
Girls Triple jump—8th grade followed by 7th grade
High Jump—7th grade-- girls followed by boys
High Jump—8th grade –girls followed by boys
Pole Vault---Boys followed by girls
**Running Events 2:30
100 meter hurdle finals
110 meter hurdle finals
100 meter finals
1600 meter finals
Medley Relay-(100, 100, 200, 400)-Finals
195 meter hurdle finals
400 meter finals
200 meter finals
800 meter finals
4x100 relay
4x400 relay
Mettler’s Monsters loved watching Mr. Rudloff get slimed and were excited to win the April Art Award 🏆
Knotley Krue at the beginning, middle and end of their 2021 world tour.
Mattress fundraiser is all set up! Come to the high school tomorrow 10-5 to check it out!!
Athletic Banquet Order of Events. Starts at 6:00 pm. Should be done by 7:00 pm!
See you there!
The Kirbys #BCRockShow
Step Bros #BCRockShow
The Weekend #BCRockShow
PHD #BCRockShow
Gal Pals #BCRockShow
The Three Princesses and the Old Lady #BCRockShow
Battle Creek’s very own!!
For anyone who can not make it to the Rock Band Concert today it will be on Facebook live.
JH band is ready to jazz it up at the Spring Fling on Monday, May 3rd!
The public is welcome to attend!
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- top recruit for the Air Force.🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- final decision coming soon.🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- South Dakota bound to USD and SDSU.🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- Nebraska Wesleyan University and Benedictine College bound. 🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- UNL and UNO bound. 🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- WSC bound.🎓
Class of 2021 College Signing Day- NECC bound.🎓
Varsity Norfolk Track Classic:
4:15 p.m. High Jump Boys (South Pit) & Girls (North Pit)
4:15 p.m. Long Jump Boys (West Pit) & Girls (East Pit)
4:30 p.m. Shot Put Girls
4:30 p.m. Discus Boys
4:45 p.m. Pole Vault Boys - West Pit ........... Pole Vault Girls - East Pit
5:15 p.m. Triple Jump Boys (West Pit) & Girls (East Pit)
Unified Long Jump Following the Triple Jump
5:30 p.m. Discus Girls
5:30 p.m. Shot Put Boys
5:00 pm Girls 4 x 800 Relay
5:10 p.m. Boys 4 x 800 Relay
5:20 p.m. Girls 100 m Hurdles ..........Boys 110 m Hurdles
5:30 p.m. Girls 100 m Dash...............Boys 100 m Dash
5:40 p.m. Girls Unified 100m Dash….Boys Unified 100m Dash
5:55 p.m. Girls 1600 m Run...............Boys 1600 m Run
6:10 p.m. Girls 4 x 100 m Relay.........Boys 4 x 100 m Relay
Unified 4x1m Relay
6:20 p.m. Girls 400 m Dash................Boys 400 m Dash
* Presentation of The Northeast Nebraska Track and Field Achievement Award *
Sponsored by The Winner's Circle
6:45 p.m. Girls 300 m Hurdles............Boys 300 m Hurdles
7:00 p.m. Girls 800 m Run..................Boys 800 m Run
7:15 p.m. Girls 200 m Dash................Boys 200 m Dash
7:20 p.m. Girls 3200 m Run
7:35 p.m. Boys 3200 m Run
7:50 p.m. Girls 4 x 400 m Relay
7:55 p.m. Boys 4 x 400 m Relay
8:00 p.m. Presentation of Outstanding Performers Award
Sponsored by The Norfolk Daily News
A big thanks to Mr. Rudloff for taking the American Heart Slime Challenge! The elementary tripled the goal! Way to go BC elementary students!!
Congratulations to the Battle Creek April Students of the Month. Well Done - Finish Strong.
I am very thankful to have spent the day with this great freshmen class of Battle Creek at their Blaze Day. Also a huge thank you to the trailblazers for your leadership today. #kindnesshonestcommunicationrespect
These two senior trailblazers did a great job leading today at the freshmen Blaze day.
Battle Creek Trailblazers having some fun at the freshmen Blaze day. Great leadership by the trailblazers today.
Freshman class working on communication with the human knot.
Freshman Blaze Day under way!
Junior High Track Meet in Neligh:
11:00am field events:
Boys Long Jump followed by Girls Long Jump (middle runway)
Girls Triple Jump followed by Boys Triple Jump (north runway)
Boys Pole Vault followed by Girls Pole Vault (south runway)
Girls High Jump followed by Boys High Jump (east curve of track)
Boys Discus followed by Girls Discus (southwest corner of track)
Girls Shot followed by Boys Shot (northeast corner of track)
**Approximately 1:00pm
100m Hurdles (Girls 30”, Boys 33”)
100m Dash
1600m Run
400m Dash
200m Hurdles (30” for both Girls and Boys)
200m Dash
800m Run
400m Relay
1600m Relay
Construction class shed nearing completion! If you’re interested in one contact Mr. Couch at the High School.
Athletic Banquet Friday Night at 6:00 p.m. No meal this year. No ticket needed. See you there!
9/10 Track in Pierce:
FIELD EVENTS: 3:00 P.M.
Shot Put--boys followed by girls
Discus--girls followed by boys
Long Jump--girls and boys
High Jump--girls followed by boys
Pole Vault--boys followed by girls
Triple Jump--girls and boys following the finish of long jump
RUNNING EVENTS--ALL FINALS 4:30
3200 meter relay--girls followed by boys
100 meter hurdles--girls
110 meter hurdles--boys
100 meter dash--girls followed by boys
1600 meter run--girls followed by boys
400 meter relay--girls followed by boys
400 meter dash--girls followed by boys
300 meter hurdles--girls followed by boys
800 meter run--girls followed by boys
200 meter dash--girls followed by boys
3200 meter run--girls followed by boys
1600 meter relay--girls followed boys
A great effort by T. Bleich at the Battle Creek senior blaze day.
The Timberlake climb is no challenge for Battle Creek senior K. Osborne. #Fearlesssenior
Payton taking in the sun while supporting her classmates. #Seniorblazedaytogether
Battle Creek senior Reagan gives the Timberlake climb a great effort.
This Fearless-Future elementary teacher Mikayla a Battle Creek senior takes on the quad challenge at Timberlake Ranch. #Seniorblazeday
Battle Creek Senior Megan is ready for takeoff 🛫 on the zip line at Timberlake Ranch. #seniorblazeday
It’s a great day to be a Battle Creek Brave. #seniorblazeday at Timberlake Ranch
Emma completes the quad challenge with ease #seniorblazeday
Payton (AKA)Gary has a great efforts to complete the Timberlake Pole Climb. Video to be posted later.
King Ben takes the pole challenge at Timberlake Ranch. #SeniorBlazeDay
Battle Creek senior @masonmink makes a great attempt at the pole climbing challenge at Timberlake Ranch. #seniorblazeday
TK is the first to complete the Timberlake pole climb at the Battle Creek Senior Blaze Day.
Reminder of the Athletic Banquet Friday, April 30th at 6:00pm. Sports physical forms will be available for pick up.
@reneebrummels is the first to complete the zip line at the Battle Creek senior blaze day.
Junior High Track in Pierce 12:00:
Girls DISCUS followed by Boys
Boys SHOT PUT followed by Girls
Boys LONG JUMP followed by Boys Triple jump
Girls LONG JUMP followed by Girls Triple Jump
Boys HIGH JUMP followed by Girls
Girls POLE VAULT followed by Boys
**Approximately 1:30
100 meter hurdles
100 meter dash
1600 meter run
400 meter relay
400 meter dash
800 meter run
195 meter hurdles
200 meter dash
1600 meter relay
You're Invited! Mattress Fundraiser THIS weekend!
Battle Creek Senior Blaze Day is tomorrow (Monday). Meet at the high school at 7:15AM and the bus leaves at 7:30 sharp. Bring your sunscreen, lunch, and $8.00. We have a great day planned for you.
The CHAMPS are here! Congrats to the 8th grade boys and girls track teams for being crowned Mid-State Conference CHAMPS!! 👑 Way to compete and represent Battle Creek with pride!
Conference boys golf results from today! Team Runner-Up with two medalists in Garrett Finke and Payton Frederick.
Junior High Conference Track at Norfolk Catholic:
9:00 am start
Shot Put girls followed by boys
Discuss girls followed by boys
Long Jump-7th grade followed by 8th grade
Triple Jump-7th grade followed by 8th grade
High Jump-8th boys/7th boys/8th girls/7th girls
Pole Vault-7th boys/8th boys/7th girls/8th girls
12:00
*All running events will be 7th girls-8th girls-7th boys-8th boys
100m hurdle finals
100m finals
1600m finals
4x1 relay
400m finals
195m hurdle finals
800m hurdle finals
200m finals
4x4 relay
First Grade and 6th grade celebrated Earth Day today by cleaning a portion of the park. We ❤️ our planet!
These are a few of the choir’s duets/small groups. Great singing everyone!
Congratulations to the high school band AND choir on receiving Superior ratings at district music!
Thank you Midwest Health Partners of Norfolk for partnering with Battle Creek Public Schools and our work-based learning program. A special thank you to Jen Weinandt for sharing your knowledge and expertise with our senior student.
Thank you Brent Bode and the Heating Connection of Norfolk for providing this senior an opportunity to learn your trade through the Battle Creek work-based learning program.
Thanks to I&M construction of Norfolk for patterning with Battle Creek Public Schools and our work-based learning program to provide a great opportunity for this senior.
Congratulations to the Battle Creek High School Choir on your performance at District Music today. Well done students and Miss John’s.
Great performance by our BC High School band at District Music. Great work Mrs. Lade!
Wonderful job at your concert last night grades PK-3! Pictured are Kindergarten-3rd grade.
Battle Creek Music Department is ready for District Music Contest! Thanks to NPS for hosting!
West Holt Invite Schedule:
2:00 Start Time
Shot Put girls followed by boys
Discus boys followed by girls
Pole Vault boys followed by girls
High Jump girls followed by boys
Long Jump boys followed by girls
Triple Jump girls followed by boys
Approximately 4:00
3200m relay
100m hurdles girls
110m hurdles boys
100m dash prelims
400m dash
3200m run
200m dash prelims
**break**
100m hurdles girls
110m hurdles boys
100m dash
800m run
300m hurdles
200m dash
1600m run
400m relay
400m freshman relay
400m weight person relay
1600m relay
It is a beautiful day with endless opportunities for Brave Nation. Good luck to all of our Battle Creek students competing today in District Music and varsity track.
The 3rd graders picked up trash around the athletic complex for Earth 🌎 Day.
Battle Creek High School will have its first TeamMate Graduate this year. Thank you Tim and Coltin for supporting TeamMates of Battle Creek.
@MentorTeamMates
Varsity track meet in Atkinson for the West Holt Invite has been moved to Friday, April 23rd at 2:00pm.
The Neligh Jr. High Track meet has been moved to Wednesday, April 28th at 11:00
The champs are here! Congrats to the 8th grade girls and boys track teams for keeping the BC Invite team trophies here in the pride land! Congrats also goes to the 7th grade boys track team for their runner-up finish!
The first spring elementary concert is in the books. Great job grades 4-6! Pictured is the 5th grade band under the direction of Connie Lade.
Junior High Track Event Order in BC:
**1:00 Start
Boys shot put followed by girls
Boys pole vault followed by girls
Boys long jump followed by boys triple jump
Girls long jump followed by girls triple jump
Girls discus followed by boys
Girls high jump followed by boys
**Running events starting at 3:00
100 meter hurdles-girls followed by boys
100 meter dash
1600 meter run
400 meter relay
400 meter dash
800 meter run
195 meter hurdles- girls followed by boys
200 meter dash
1600 meter relay
Junior High Speech Showcase happening right now! So exciting to see their energy! Thank you students and the awesome parents/family who came tonight!!
Sports physicals for students currently in grades 7th-11th will be held on May 7th at 3:00pm in the high school. Forms available in the office. Cost is $25 per student. Proceeds will be donated back to the school.
WooHoo! 🎉 Battle Creek has some BRAVE junior high students!! These students competed today in Wayne at their jr hi speech meet! SO proud of them coming home 4th as a team with five medaling!! Way to go! Monday night is their showcase at 6:30! We’d love to see you there!
Spring Fling Concert: 7-12 Band & Choir
Varsity Track in Central City:
10:00
Girls Pole Vault
Boys High Jump
Boys Shot Put
Boys Long Jump
Girls Discus
Unified Long Jump Followed by Girls Long Jump
Approximately 10:45
Girls Shot Put
Girls High Jump
Boys Pole Vault
Boys Triple Jump
Boys Discus
Girls Triple Jump
11:30
400M Relay Finals Unified
3200 Relay Girls
3200 Relay Boys
100M Hurdles Final Girls
110M High Hurdles Finals Boys
100M Dash Finals Unified
100M Dash Finals Girls
800M Run Girls
800M Run Boys
300M Low Hurdles Finals Girls
300M Intermediate Hurdles Finals Boys
200M Dash Finals Girls
200M Dash Finals Boys
1600M Run Girls
100M Dash Finals Boys
400M Dash Finals Girls
400M Dash Finals Boys
3200M Run Girls
3200M Run Boys
(20 minute break will follow)
Second Session
1600M Run Boys
400M Relay Girls
400M Relay Boys
1600M Relay Girls
1600M Relay Boys
Elementary Concerts next week!
Book Fair 2021
The Scholastic Book Fair is scheduled to be open from April 19th – April 23rd to the public. Sixth grade students will help sell books. The fair will open before and after school, and over sixth graders lunch period from 11:30 to 12:30. The fair will also be open the evening of the spring concerts, April 20th and 22nd from 6:00 until patrons go home after the concert. Students will not be expected to work during the evening of the concert; teachers will be there to help you.
The goal this year is to sell $3600.00. This sounds huge and I hope we can make it a reality! You can also shop by going to: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/battlecreekelementaryschool5
Hope to see you at the Scholastic Book Fair. Thank you for supporting BCPS Elementary students. “Kids who love reading live happier ever after!”
A huge shout out goes to In His Arms Daycare of Battle Creek for giving this Battle Creek senior an opportunity to work at the community daycare. #stjohnschools
This senior is able to share her love for reading by doing work-based learning at the Battle Creek Public Library. Thank you Jessica for serving as a mentor to our senior.
Thank you Mink Farms for providing an opportunity for this Battle Creek senior by supporting our work-based learning program. #familystrong
Thank you to Eckert Fabrication of Meadow Grove for supporting Battle Creek’s work-based learning. This Senior enjoyed a year long experience in fabrication.
Today’s JH track meet at Neligh has been postponed.
The Battle Creek High School Choir closes out tonight’s Pre-District Music Concert. Great job by Mrs. Lade and Miss Johns on all of the students performances.
Congratulations to all the students who participated in Battle Creek Jr High and High School Pre-District Music Concert tonight. Well done by all.
Please join us for our JH Band concert followed by our HS band and choir tonight!
Tonight's JH and HS concert will be live streamed on the school's youtube channel beginning at 6:30 pm. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
REMINDER: All Speech & Drama students and parents are invited to our annual awards night this coming Monday, April 19th at 7:30pm in the high school commons area! Come early at 6:30 to enjoy the junior high speech students present their speeches! See you then!
First bracket CO2 racers in the “8 to Gr8ness” competition. Bracket champion Ryan Stusse.
Congratulations to these two Battle Creek Seniors on receiving the Farmers Pride Scholarships today. Thank you Farmers Pride of Battle Creek for your great partnership with Battle Creek Public Schools.
Come enjoy the music/band concert tonight at 6:30. Masks required.
Battle Creek Sophomore Blade Day is in the books! Well Done!
Battle Creek Sophomores had a great day building relationship within their class today. Thanks to Mr. Baumert, Mr. Wintz, and the great junior and senior Trailblazers for your work and leadership today. #blazedaytrailblazers=BCPRIDE
Battle Creek Sophomores working together to set goals for next year.
Battle Creek Sophomore class is enjoying their Blaze Day at Tintern.
FFA Meeting- Thursday at 7:15 am
Varsity Track Meet in Central City has been moved to Saturday at 10:00am.
For all JH track results throughout the season, go to https://www.battlecreekschools.net/o/battle-creek-public-schools/browse/112032
The champs are here! First JH track meet in Albion was a success today! It was cold and windy but we didn’t care! Girls and boys were both crowned team champs! 👑
Megan Lutt, daughter of Chris and Kristy Lutt, attended St. John Lutheran School before coming to Battle Creek High School as a freshman. She is a member of St. John Lutheran Church.
Megan participated in mock trial for two years; speech, drama, and golf for three; and FCCLA and quiz bowl during all four years of high school. In golf, Megan qualified for the Class C state tournament three years in a row and was the 2020 Midstate Conference and District C-3 individual runner-up. During her senior year, Megan served as a FCCLA State Peer-Ed Officer and as the class vice-president. Megan is also the editor of the yearbook.
In the classroom, Megan has earned several honors, including the NSAA Academic All-State award. She has been a member of the Battle Creek National Honor Society for two years and served as the chapter secretary during her senior year. Megan has been on the A Honor Roll for all four years of high school.
Outside of school, Megan enjoys hanging out with friends and hammocking. She has worked as a waitress at Goody’s Grille since 2019 and as a nurse’s aide at Community Pride Care Center since the beginning of 2020.
After graduation, Megan plans to attend Nebraska Wesleyan University to study biology. In the future, she plans to become either a physician’s assistant or a physician.
Best wishes, Megan!
Junior High Track Meet in Albion:
Field Events- 2:00 PM
Boys Shot Put followed by Girls
Boys Long Jump followed by Boys Triple Jump
Boys Pole Vault followed by Girls
Girls High Jump followed by Boys
Girls Long Jump followed by Girls Triple Jump
Girls Discus followed by Boys
Running Events- 3:30 PM (approximate)
*All Finals- Girls followed by Boys
100 Meter Hurdles
100 Meter Dash
1600 Meter Run
400 Meter Relay
400 Meter Dash
195 Meter Hurdles
800 Meter Run
200 Meter Dash
1600 Meter Relay
Congratulations to Becca Arkfeld for receiving a GOLD medal on her STAR Project at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference!
The music department invites you to their annual mattress fundraiser! Even if you aren't in the market, someone you know probably is! Please spread the word!
Congratulations to the Battle Creek Jr High Speech team as they had a successful day.
The photo booth is one of the highlights for the BC prom
Battle Creek Jr.-Sr. Prom is underway. Stay safe and cherish the memories. Special thank you goes out to all the students and Mrs. C and Mrs. F for making it a great night.
Congratulations to the Battle Creek Prom Royalty! King Ben Weinandt and Queen Payton Kersten. Well deserved!
Rebecca Claire Arkfeld, daughter of Karen and Richard Arkfeld, attended St. John’s Lutheran School through fifth grade before coming to Battle Creek Elementary as a sixth grader. She has been part of the Battle Creek Public Schools ever since.
Becca was active in FCCLA and speech and drama during all four years of high school. In both activities, she served as a chapter officer for two years. In FCCLA, Becca served as District Officer of Competitive Events during her junior year. In speech, she was chosen as Rookie of the Year in 2018, she was honorably mentioned as the Speech and Drama Underclassmen of the Year in 2019, and she was chosen as Outstanding Speech and Drama Underclassmen in 2020.
Becca participated in cheerleading for three years, and she served as a cheer captain for two. As a senior, Becca has been active in FFA, where she currently serves as the organization’s president. In addition, she has been a class officer for three years.
When asked to name a favorite staff member at BCHS, Becca listed Mrs. Kristin Colvey, stating “She was the strongest mentor I had throughout my high school years.” Becca listed her favorite class as Mrs. Angela Gray’s junior English III class because she enjoyed the small class and the discussions while reading The Scarlet Letter and To Kill a Mockingbird.
Outside of school, Becca enjoys listening to music, spending time with her friends and her animals, and participating in 4-H, where she was named 4H’er of the Year in 2016. She also works part time at Goody’s Grille in Battle Creek.
After graduation, Becca plans to attend Wayne State College to major in business.
Best wishes, Becca!
The JH Track meet at Stanton for Thursday has been postponed. More information to come on a reschedule
Mari Clair Spale, daughter of Lisa and Steve Spale, has attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education.
When asked to list a favorite staff member at BCHS, Mari mentioned Ms. Laura Johns, stating, “She is very calm and has small classes.” Mari listed choir and reading as her favorite subjects in school and added that she loved reading both mythology and Shakespeare.
After graduation, Mari plans to go into the workforce. She hopes to one day study psychology at Wayne State College.
Best wishes, Mari!
STANTON JR. HIGH INVITATIONAL TRACK MEET
APRIL 8, 2021
ORDER OF EVENTS
7th GRADE GIRLS FOLLOWED BY 8th GRADE GIRLS
7th GRADE BOYS FOLLOWED BY 8th GRADE BOYS
Teams Participating (8): Stanton, Madison, Wayne, Hartington Cedar Catholic, David City, Pierce, Guardian Angels, and Battle Creek
FIELD EVENTS
Field events will consist of three attempts. No Finals.
10:00 a.m. Boys Discus 8th grade------------7th grade---Stanton (Volunteer-Blake Huisman)
Girls Shot 8th grade--------------WAYNE
Girls High Jump------HCC
Boys Long Jump-----DAVID CITY
Girls Triple Jump---- BATTLE CREEK
Boys Shot 7th grade---PIERCE
Girls Discus 7th grade—GACC
Girls Pole Vault –Certified Personnel
11:15 p.m. Girls Discus grade 8th grade-----------GACC
Boys Shot 8th grade -------------WAYNE
Boys High Jump----- HCC
Girls Long Jump----- DAVID CITY
Boys Triple Jump--- BATTLE CREEK
Girls Shot 7th grade---PIERCE
Boys Discus 7th grade---Stanton (Volunteer-Blake Huisman)
Boys Pole Vault-Certified Personnel
RUNNING EVENTS
Girls running events will precede Boys running events. All events are FINALS.
12:30 Girls 100 Hurdles (30), Boys 100 Hurdles (33)
12:50 100 Meter Dash
1:10 1600 Meter Run
2:00 4 x 100 Relay
2:10 400 Meter Dash
2:35 195 Hurdles
3:00 800 Meter Run
3:25 200 Meter Dash
3:50 4 x 400 Relay
Times are approximate and event times may be moved up
Great job to the track teams today at the BC Invite! Both the girls and boys were team champs! Fun to watch so many great performances and photo-finishes. Congrats again to Renee Brummels for breaking the 36-year old long jump record previously held by Linda Schnitzler! 🏆🥇💜
Alli Kay Petersen, daughter of Jenn Petersen and Tyler Schmidt and Grant and Staci Hurlbert, attended school in Winside, Randolph, and Norfolk before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in eighth grade.
While in high school, Alli was active in one act play production and FCCLA for three years, she was in speech and cheerleading for two, and she has been a member of FFA this year as a senior. Alli has been chosen as Student of the Month and she earned a letter for her efforts as a cheerleader. When asked to name a favorite teacher, Alli listed Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating, “She is a very fun teacher, and I am able to talk to her about anything.”
Outside of school, Alli has participated in 4-H where she was a Reserve Champ twice for showing goats. In her free time, Alli likes to listen to music and hang out with her friends.
After graduation, Alli plans to attend Northeast Community College to earn an associate’s degree in veterinary technology.
Best wishes, Alli!
2021 Battle Creek Track Invitational Schedule of Events 11:00 a.m. Field Events Throws will begin at 10:30 Boys Shot Put followed by Girls Shot Put 10:30 Start Boys Pole Vault followed by Girls Pole Vault Boys Long Jump followed by Boys Triple Jump on the West Pit Girls Long Jump followed by Girls Triple Jump on the East Pit Girls Discus followed by Boys Discus 10:30 Start Girls High Jump followed by Boys High Jump 1:00 p.m. Running Events – All events Prelims unless stated as Finals Girls races will be run first followed by Boys Session I To begin when most field events are completed 4 X 800 Meter Relay Finals 100 Meter High Hurdles Prelims - Girls 110 Meter High Hurdles Prelims – Boys 100 Meter Dash Prelims 400 Meter Dash Finals 3200 Meter Run Finals 200 Meter Dash Prelims Session II – All Finals; 15 Minutes after the Conclusion of Session I 100 Meter High Hurdles Finals – Girls 110 Meter High Hurdles Finals – Boys 100 Meter Dash Finals 800 Meter Run 300 Meter Low Hurdles – Girls 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles – Boys 200 Meter Dash Finals 1600 Meter Run 4 x 100 Meter Relay 4 x 400 Meter Relay
Tuesday’s track meet start time has been moved up to 11:00. Throws will start at 10:30. Running events will start at 1:00.
Battle Creek Track Invite: Masks required at the gate. Please practice social distancing. No limitations on occupancy.
Congratulations to Mya for winning the high school Artsonia Artist of the Week in the U.S. She received a $50 gift certificate for art supplies. Talented young lady.
Traditional Fitness Class Easter Egg Hunt. Phillip was the overall winner.
The BC Track Online store is open again, closing down Monday, April 5th at 10 AM: https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-track/
CONCERT CHANGE
Congratulations to Battle Creek's March Students of the month. Keep up the great work.
Emma Constance Wilkinson, daughter of Michael and Teresa Wilkinson, attended Andover Elementary School in Orlando, Florida, before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in the first grade. She is a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Emma was active in golf, mock trial, speech, choir, and band during all four years of high school. In choir, she served as president for three years and was named Choir Student of the Year in 2019-2020. As a member of the band, Emma was a student director for three years. In mock trial, Emma served as a captain, and she was a senior officer in speech this past year. Emma culminated her speech career by qualifying for the state meet in extemporaneous speaking.
In addition, Emma was a cheerleader for three years and participated in quiz bowl for two. She participated in one act play production and FCCLA for one year.
Outside of school, Emma serves at her church as a CCD teacher and a co-worship leader. She also plays softball during the summer months.
When asked to name her favorite teacher at BCHS, Emma listed two: Ms. Laura Johns and Mr. Ryan Heller.
After graduation, Emma plans to attend Wayne State College to study criminal justice as a part of the Rural Law Opportunities Program. She hopes to one day go to law school and become a practicing attorney.
Best wishes, Emma!
Mikayla Rae Miller, daughter of Tim and Janet Miller, attended Norfolk Catholic Elementary School through her fifth grade year. She then transferred to the Battle Creek Public Schools where she remained for the rest of her educational journey. She is a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Norfolk.
During all four years of high school, Mikayla was active in speech, cheerleading, mock trial, and one act play production where she served as a crew member. In addition, she played volleyball for three seasons and ran track for two. She was a member of FCCLA for three years and was in dance and National Honor Society for two years. Mikayla played in the band from fifth grade through her junior year.
Mikayla served as a cheer captain during both her junior and senior seasons and was captain of the mock trial squad this past year. She served as an officer in both speech and drama as well as FCCLA and was a class officer during her freshman, sophomore and junior years of high school.
When asked to name a favorite instructor at BCHS, Mikayla listed Mrs. Leigha Kern, stating, “She cares about what we wanted to learn and how we were doing. She encouraged discussion within class and wanted to help build a bond among our class.” When asked to name a favorite subject in school, Mikayla listed English.
Outside of school, Mikayla plays softball and participates in Bible study, discipleship group, and the SPARK Council. She also enjoys embroidery. Mikayla has been employed at Jimmy Johns since August of 2020 and has been a nanny since September of 2020.
After graduation, Mikayla plans to attend Benedictine College to study elementary education and evangelization.
Best wishes, Mikayla!
Pool time!
BT in the Risk Chair!!
8th grade Blaze Day at the Y. Students just got done with laser tag and FB and soccer in the field house and now are getting out of their comfort zone talking about taking healthy risks and getting involved in HS!
Prom 2021
Results for the HCC Invite: Both Braves and Bravettes teams took home first place in the team races! Great way to start the competitive seasons BC!
Thank you Farmers Pride of Battle Creek for giving this BC senior an opportunity to learn your business through the Battle Creek work-based learning program.
Varsity track meet at Hartington Cedar Catholic has been moved to Monday, March 29th at 1:00pm.
The Battle Creek Alumni Banquet has been postponed until July 2022 at Divots DeVent Center due to the uncertainty of the pandemic and most people not able to travel or gather.
This Battle Creek senior has been working with Mr. Lanman at Battle Creek Elementary this entire school year for his work-based learning.
Renee Ann Brummels, daughter of Toshia and Christopher Morrison and Daniel and Karlie Brummels, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education. She is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Randolph, Nebraska.
Renee participated in volleyball, basketball, track and dance during all four years of high school. In volleyball, she earned several honors, including being named to the All-State Honorable Mention squad by the Omaha World Herald and honorably mentioned by the Mid-State Conference. Renee also served as a volleyball team captain during both her junior and senior seasons. She is a two-time state qualifier going into her senior season of track and field and was a state champion in the triple jump as a sophomore.
Aside from athletics, Renee was also very active in school activities while at BCHS. She was a member of Trailblazers for two years, FCCLA for three, and quiz bowl and student council for four. Renee served as the student council secretary during both her junior and senior years. She is currently the senior class president. Her success in the classroom includes being selected to the National Honor Society, where she has served as the chapter vice president this past year. She is a four time recipient of Student of the Month honors and has been on the A honor roll throughout high school. Renee also earned the Scholar Athlete Award for her success in both the field and in the classroom. Renee was crowned Homecoming queen by the student body during Homecoming 2020.
When asked to name a favorite instructor at BCHS, Renee listed Mr. Ryan Heller who “always went above and beyond outside of the classroom.” Renee listed math as her favorite subject.
Outside of school, Renee works as a lifeguard at the Norfolk YMCA and at the Battle Creek City Pool. In her free time, Renee enjoys spending time with friends and family outdoors and going on vacation.
After graduation, Renee plans to attend the University of South Dakota at Vermillion where she will be a member of the track and field squad. She will major in biology. She plans to go to medical school after earning her bachelor’s degree.
Best wishes, Renee!
Thanks to John Klein and Northeast Machine of Battle Creek for providing this senior an opportunity to do work-based learning.
One of the best opportunities for Battle Creek’s work based learning program is to sit and eat lunch with your mentor. This Battle Creek senior will be a great elementary teacher and she has an awesome mentor.
Thank you King Steel for allowing this Battle Creek Senior to work in your lab. Real work - Real opportunities at Battle Creek’s work based learning.
Thanks Landon Bierman and Bierman Sandblasting of Battle Creek for teaching this Battle Creek senior through the work based learning program. #battlecreekworkbasedlearning
Thank you Goody’s Grill for providing an opportunity for this Battle Creek senior. #battlecreekworkbasedlearning
This Battle Creek senior is helping manage 3400 head of cattle on his Friday’s through the Battle Creek’s work-based learning program.
Who believes this Battle Creek senior would be a great high school science teacher and coach. Battle Creek’s work- based learning program is giving him the opportunity to see for himself.
Sophia Lynn Pihlgren, daughter of Mickella Brabec and William Pihlgren, attended the Norfolk Public Schools until she came to Battle Creek Public School as a senior.
Sophie participated in track and cross country during all four years of high school. She also was involved in FFA and band for three years and participated in theatre for one.
When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Sophie listed Mr. Billy O’Brien because she loves learning about agriculture. Sophie’s fondest memory from her time at BCHS was the first football game last fall because she had a blast with her friends in the stands.
Outside of school, Sophie is employed at Subway, a job she has held since January.
After graduation, Sophie plans to attend McNeese State University in Louisiana where she will study animal science.
Best wishes, Sophie!
Wylie John Trowbridge, son of Doug and Amy Trowbridge, attended St. John's Lutheran School before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools.
Wylie was active in basketball and golf during his freshman and sophomore years. He listed his favorite staff member as former science instructor Mr. Tucker Tejkl because he was understanding and helpful to his students. He named his favorite subject as science.
Outside of school, Wylie enjoys cruising around town, hanging out with his friends, and making money at his jobs. He is employed at Pizza Ranch as a delivery driver, a position he has held for the past two months.
After graduation, Wylie plans to study both welding and business.
Best wishes, Wylie!
Coltin Lane Smith, son of David and Suzi Smith, attended Woodland Park Elementary School, Norfolk Middle School and Norfolk Junior High before coming to Battle Creek High School during his eighth grade year.
While at BCHS, Coltin has been active in golf and chess club for two years.
Outside of school, he spends his free time gaming and doing archery.
When asked to name a favorite staff member at BCHS, Coltin listed former math instructor Dexter Hanzel, stating, “He always knew how to talk to me, and he was a very nice guy.” Coltin named math as his favorite subject because he enjoys solving complex problems with numbers.
Recalling one of his favorite memories, Coltin explained how transferring to Battle Creek High School in eighth grade was so memorable because everyone was very nice and welcoming to him.
After graduation, Coltin plans to attend Northeast Community College to study in the HVAC program.
Best wishes, Coltin!
Dylan William Hamilton, son of Shane Flanagan and Jessica Goden, has attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education.
Dylan was a member of the choir during all four years of high school, and he golfed for one season. When asked to list a favorite class, Dylan mentioned that choir was what he most enjoyed because of the positive energy and because of the instruction by Miss Johns, his favorite instructor.
Outside of school, Dylan enjoys playing frisbee golf and hanging out with his friends. Dylan has also worked at Pizza Hut for the past year.
After graduation, Dylan plans to attend Northeast Community College to study auto body mechanics.
Best wishes, Dylan!
Jace David Meinke, son of Jeff Meinke and Kristi Meinke, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education. He is an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Jace participated in football and basketball during all four years of high school, and he was a member of the track and field squad for three. For his efforts, he received an All State Honorable Mention award. He was a three year letter winner in football and one year letter winner for basketball.
Jace received perfect attendance in 2018, and he listed Mr. Ryan Heller as his favorite instructor. When asked to list his favorite class, Jace mentioned shop class. When asked about his fondest memories from his time at BCHS, Jace stated that his favorite times were on the football field.
After graduation, Jace plans to attend Southeast Community College to get his generals. He hopes to transfer to the University of Nebraska in Lincoln to study toward a career in cybersecurity.
Best wishes, Jace!
Life Skills class competed against each other today for the Cupcake Wars! Please vote for your favorite!
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Zoey Belle Reeves, daughter of Chad and Tammi Reeves, attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Battle Creek for grades preschool through eighth grade. She came to Battle Creek High School at the start of her freshman year. She is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Zoey was active in volleyball and basketball during all four years of high school, and she participated in track for three seasons. She served as one of the team captains for the basketball squad as a senior.
Aside from athletics, Zoey was a member of the student council for four years, FCCLA for three, speech and trailblazers for two, and she has been a member of National Honor Society for the past year. For her efforts in the classroom, Zoey has been on the ‘A’ honor roll throughout high school, and she has been named Student of the Month and Outstanding Art Student of the Month.
Zoey listed her favorite staff member as Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating, “She shares the same passions as I do, and I can always count on her if I need someone to talk to. She cares a lot about every one of her students.” Zoey named art as her favorite class because she gets to be creative in her own way and enjoys the relaxation that comes with creating art.
Looking back at her time at BCHS, Zoey’s favorite memory will always be how much fun the student section was her senior year and getting to experience the thrilling atmosphere of cheering on her friends.
After graduation, Zoey plans to attend the University of Nebraska in Lincoln to major in interior design. She plans to minor in drafting and textiles.
Best wishes, Zoey!
Payton Katherine Kersten, daughter of Matt and Connie Kersten, attended Woodland Park Elementary in Norfolk and the Bloomfield Public Schools in Bloomfield before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in eighth grade. She is a member of First Christian Church in Norfolk.
Payton was active in volleyball and FCCLA during all four years of high school, and she participated in one act play production and track for two years. As a senior, Payton was a member of the girls’ wrestling squad. In FCCLA, Payton held the office of Vice-President of Competitive Events during her sophomore year, and she was Chapter President during both her junior and senior years.
Besides her activities, Payton has also been successful in the classroom. She is a member of the National Honor Society, where she currently serves as the chapter's treasurer. In addition, Payton has served as a Trailblazer for two years and was the recipient of a Trailblazer Character Award. She has also been selected as Student of the Month at BCHS.
Outside of school, Payton enjoys reading, being outdoors, babysitting, and volunteering at her church. She also works as a cook at Goody’s Grille in Battle Creek.
When asked to name a favorite teacher and subject in school, Payton named Mr. Ryan Heller’s math class. She stated, “That class is always a positive environment” and “Mr. Heller genuinely cares about all of his students and what’s going on in their lives.” One of Payton’s favorite activities from her time at BCHS was shadowing midwife Jen Weinandt on Fridays. Payton had this to say about the experience: “I have learned my purpose and what I want to do with my life. I am so glad BCHS has added this opportunity for seniors; it has changed my life.”
After graduation, Payton plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Omaha to study biology. She plans to become an OB-GYN.
Best wishes, Payton!
Chase Anton Oltmanns, son of Heather and the late Joel Oltmanns, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education. He is a member of St. Pat's Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Chase was active in football and basketball during all four years of high school and, he participated in track for three seasons. In football, Chase served as a team captain and made the all-district team twice.
When asked to list a favorite staff member at BCHS, Chase mentioned Mr. Andrew Carlson, stating, “He's fun to be around.” Chase named English as his favorite class.
After graduation, Chase plans to attend Northeast Community College to work on his generals. He hopes to either become a teacher or an electrician.
Best wishes, Chase!
Ashton Michael Toupal, son of Becky Daily and the late Michael Toupal, attended Independence Public School in Independence, Wisconsin, before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in fourth grade.
Ashton was active in football during all four years of high school, and he took part in track and golf for one season.
Aside from athletics, Ashton was a member of one act play production during all four years, and he participated in speech for three years.
When asked to name a favorite teacher at BCHS, Ashton listed Mr. Ryan Heller. Ashton’s favorite class, though, was Foods with Mrs. Colvey.
Outside of school, Ashton holds a part time job at Goody’s Grille, and he enjoys spending time with his friends when he is not working.
After graduation, Ashton plans to attend Northeast Community College to study business.
Best wishes, Ashton!
Just a reminder that the BC Track online store closes down this Wednesday, March 24th at 10 AM: https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-track/
BriAnna Elizabeth Zohner, daughter of Kevin and Joleen Zohner, attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Battle Creek for grades preschool through eighth grade. She came to Battle Creek High School at the start of her freshman year. She is an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
BriAnna was active in volleyball, basketball, and track during all four years of high school and served as team captain of the volleyball and basketball squads as a senior. For her efforts in volleyball, she was named to the First Team All Area squad and to the Omaha World Herald All State Honorable Mention roster. In basketball, BriAnnna was honorably mentioned by the Midstate Conference, and she was a state track qualifier as a sophomore, placing sixth in the 100 meter hurdles.
Aside from athletics, BriAnna was a member of the student council for three years, and she was part of FCCLA, Trailblazers, and National Honor Society for two. For her efforts in the classroom, BriAnna has been on the ‘A’ honor roll throughout high school and was selected as Student of the Month on several occasions.
When asked to name a favorite teacher, BriAnna listed Mr. Jim Hardt, stating, “He taught math and science so well, and even though science wasn’t my favorite subject, he made going to class fun. He . . . made sure that we all understood everything.” BriAnna listed math, specifically algebra, as her favorite subject because Mr. Heller makes class fun with his kahoots and yoga exercises.
Looking back on her time at BCHS, BriAnna’s favorite memories will always be qualifying for state in volleyball. She remembers how fun it was to spend time with her team in that setting and what it was like to get to experience the state tournament.
After graduation, BriAnna plans to attend the University of South Dakota to study nursing.
Best wishes, BriAnna!
Alexis Nicole Campbell, daughter of Eric and Jessica Rogat, attended the Norfolk Public Schools before coming to Battle Creek High School in eighth grade.
Alexis was a cheerleader for four years where she served as co-captain as a senior. She also participated in FCCLA, speech, and drama for two years and FFA for one year.
When asked to name a favorite staff member from her time at BCHS, Alexis listed Mr. Billy O’Brien because “he is chill.” When asked to mention a favorite subject in school, Lexi said it is a tie between art and ag. She said she likes art because she can put her creativity to the test, and in ag, she loves learning about farming.
Outside of school, Lexi works part time at Community Pride Care Center as a dietary aide, and she has played softball for the past three summers. She also likes to work on her pickup.
After graduation, Alexis plans to attend Northeast Community College to study in automotive technology.
Best wishes, Lexi!
Payton Katherine Kersten, daughter of Matt and Connie Kersten, attended Woodland Park Elementary in Norfolk and the Bloomfield Public Schools in Bloomfield before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in seventh grade. She is a member of First Christian Church in Norfolk.
Payton was active in volleyball and FCCLA during all four years of high school, and she participated in one act play production and track for two years. As a senior, Payton was a member of the girls’ wrestling squad. In FCCLA, Payton held the office of Vice-President of Competitive Events during her sophomore year, and she was Chapter President during both her junior and senior years.
Besides her activities, Payton has also been successful in the classroom. She is a member of the National Honor Society, where she currently serves as the chapter's treasurer. In addition, Payton has served as a Trailblazer for two years and was the recipient of a Trailblazer Character Award. She has also been selected as Student of the Month at BCHS.
Outside of school, Payton enjoys reading, being outdoors, babysitting, and volunteering at her church. She also works as a cook at Goody’s Grille in Battle Creek.
When asked to name a favorite teacher and subject in school, Payton named Mr. Ryan Heller’s math class. She stated, “That class is always a positive environment” and “Mr. Heller genuinely cares about all of his students and what’s going on in their lives.” One of Payton’s favorite activities from her time at BCHS was shadowing midwife Jen Weindant on Fridays. Payton had this to say about the experience: “I have learned my purpose and what I want to do with my life. I am so glad BCHS has added this opportunity for seniors; it has changed my life.”
After graduation, Payton plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Omaha to study pre-nursing and biology. She plans to become a certified nurse midwife.
Best wishes, Payton!
Payton James Frederick, son of Gary and Jami Frederick, attended St. John’s Lutheran School until the third grade when he came to the Battle Creek Public Schools. He is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Payton was active in football, basketball, and golf during all four years of high school. As a senior, Payton served as a team captain for both the football and basketball teams. For his efforts in athletics, Payton has numerous awards including being named Most Improved Athlete, All-Conference in basketball, and All-District Honorable Mention in football. In addition, he holds the school record for most three-pointers in a season and career three-pointers.
When asked to mention a favorite staff member at BCHS, Payton mentioned Mr. Taylor Baumert, stating, “He always asks how I’m doing and how sports are going, and he makes class fun and interesting by telling jokes. When you’re around him, he makes you smile or laugh.” Payton named government as his favorite class because Mr. Baumert makes the class enjoyable.
When asked to list a favorite memory of his time at BCHS, Payton mentioned a moment during basketball season when the team was down by 14 points and came back and defeated Ainsworth.
After graduation, Payton plans to attend Northeast Community College to get his generals. He hopes to transfer to Wayne State College.
Best wishes, Payton!
Ashlynn Maggie Schwartz, daughter of Amy and Brian Schwartz, attended Woodland Park Elementary School in Norfolk before coming to the Battle Creek Public schools in third grade. She is a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church.
Ashlynn is a member of the newly formed FFA program at BCHS. When asked to list a favorite staff member, Ashlynn mentioned Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating, “She always pushes me in art and in fitness. She was persistent in bettering me and always knew I could do better.” When asked to list her favorite subjects in school, Ashlynn named art and her animal science class. She said, “Art let me be creative and challenge myself, and Animal Science taught me new and intriguing things.”
Outside of school, Ashlynn likes to spend her time riding horses, working with cows, and hanging out with her friends. During the summer months, Ashlynn was active in softball from fifth through eighth grade, and she has been active in 4H, where she has won many trophies and awards for showmanship.
After graduation, Ashlynn plans to attend Northeast Community College to earn a degree in Animal Science. She would like to work in a feed center or sale barn after she graduates.
Best wishes, Ashlynn!
Tanner Charles Oestreich, son of Mark and Rhonda Oestreich, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education.
Tanner was active in basketball during all four years of high school, he played football for three seasons, and he golfed for one year.
When asked to name a favorite staff member at BCHS, Tanner listed Mr. Ryan Heller, stating, “He makes class fun.” In addition, Tanner named math as his favorite subject.
Outside of school, Tanner likes to spend his free time playing disk golf, cruising around town, and hanging out with friends. He is also employed at Ricardos, a job he has had for the past nine months.
After graduation, Tanner plans to attend either Wayne State College or Northeast Community College.
Best wishes, Tanner.
Riley Joseph Forman, son of Tamara and Jeff Forman, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education, where he was an active member of the football and track teams for two seasons.
Riley listed his favorite staff member as Mr. Ryan Heller, stating, “He always makes class fun, and he lets quiet kids, like me, speak up and use my voice in class.” Riley named math as his favorite subject because he enjoys using numbers.
Outside of school, Riley enjoys spending time with friends as well as hunting and fishing. He also works at Ricardos as a cashier.
After graduation, Riley plans to attend Wayne State College to study business.
Best wishes, Riley!
Reece Daniel Bode, son of Brent and Tanya Bode, attended Battle Creek Schools for all thirteen years of his education. He is an active member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Reece was active in football, basketball, and track during all four years of high school. As a senior, he served as a captain on both the football and basketball squads. As a freshman, he was named Newcomer of the Year, and as a sophomore, he was selected as Most Improved Athlete. This past fall, Reece was selected to the All State squad for football.
Aside from athletics, Reece has served as a Trailblazer and is a member of the National Honor Society, where he has served as president this past year. He has been chosen as Student of the Month on six occasions.
When asked to list a favorite instructor, Reece mentioned Mr. Taylor Baumert, stating, “His energy each class period pumps me up. I [also] enjoy him as a coach, and he really motivates us to get better each day.” Reece named science as his favorite subject because he enjoys the lab observations and learning about the organ systems in Anatomy class. When asked to name a favorite memory from his time at BCHS, Reece mentioned state track during his freshman year. He said it was fun because of the group of guys he was with and the atmosphere at Omaha Burke Stadium was unforgettable.
Outside of school, Reece likes to spend his free time hunting, running, and playing baseball, where he was a Junior American Legion state tournament qualifier.
After graduation, Reece will leave for the Air Force where his job will be Aerospace Medical Service. He also plans to take online classes to study psychology.
Best wishes, Reece!
Jeston David Hassler, son of Chris and Melinda Hassler, attended St. John’s Lutheran School in Battle Creek before coming over to Battle Creek High School. He is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Jeston was active in wrestling throughout junior high and then again as a senior. He also participated in golf for two seasons.
Aside from athletics, Jeston was a member of one act play production for four years and speech for three. He has been a part of the band since fifth grade. In band, Jeston served as vice president during his junior year and president this past year.
Outside of school, Jeston likes to spend his free time fishing, listening to music, and hanging out with friends. He has been employed at Goody’s Grille for three years.
When asked to name a fondest memory of his time at BCHS, Jeston mentioned that “being in the student section at football and basketball games” was what he enjoyed most.
After graduation, Jeston plans to serve in the South Dakota National Guard, and he will attend South Dakota State University where he plans to study Fisheries and Wildlife.
Best wishes, Jeston!
Tristan Scott Korth, son of Chad and Tara Korth, attended Christ Lutheran in Norfolk before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of his education.
Tristin was active in football during all four years of high school, and he wrestled for one season.
When asked to name his favorite teacher from his time at BCHS, Tristin mentioned former science teacher Mr.Tucker Teijkl who left Battle Creek to enter administration.
Outside of school, Tristin likes to spend his free time hunting and working on his family’s ranch out west.
After graduation, he plans to attend Northeast Community College.
Best wishes, Tristan!
Battle Creek 7th graders enjoy their Blaze Day at the YMCA.
Best wishes to our speech team as they compete today at the state meet in Kearney! Good luck Emma, Brennan, Haley, and Becca!!!
Elementary parents: please check your email for the March Newsletter from Mr. Finke. There is a lot of important information included. The book fair will also be going the week of these concerts! 📚🎼
Kalina Liouse Elizabeth Mieure, daughter of Jamie and Terry Mieure, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education. She is a member of St. John Lutheran Church.
Kalina participated in speech for two years and FCCLA for one. When asked to list a favorite memory from her time at BCHS, she mentioned that at a speech meet, she and a friend competed to see who could say hello to the most people. Besides her own activities, Kalina has enjoyed attending sporting events and cheering on the Braves.
Outside of school, she enjoys walking her dogs, working cattle, and getting coffee with her mom. Kalina also likes to babysit and spend time with her family.
When asked to name a favorite class, Kalina listed her English class taught by Mrs. Janet Miller. Kalina greatly appreciated Mrs. Miller’s instruction, stating “[She] taught me so many things that I need to know in the future.”
After graduation, Kalina plans to attend Northeast Community College to study to become a CNA.
Best wishes, Kalina!
Tayce Lynn Bleich, daughter of Justin and Rachelle Bleich, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education. She is a member of Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Tayce was active in volleyball and track during all four years of high school. She played basketball for two seasons and wrestled this past year as a senior, where she finished in sixth place at the girls’ state meet. Tayce mentioned that one of the things she was most proud of was that she was able to maintain a 3.7 GPA while being a three sport athlete.
Aside from athletics, Tayce was a member of FCCLA and the dance team during all four years of high school. In dance, she served as co-captain as a junior and again as a senior. She participated in one act play production for two years.
When asked to list a favorite staff member at BCHS, Tayce mentioned Mrs. Kristin Colvey, stating, “She was super chill and fun to talk to.” Tayce named weight lifting as her favorite elective in school because it made her stronger for sports.
Outside of school, Tayce enjoys playing softball in the summer, spending time with her friends, and shopping.
After high school, Tayce plans to attend Northeast Community College to earn an associate’s degree in business.
Best wishes, Tayce!
The State Speech Shirt order closes tomorrow at Noon. NO LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-state-speech/
Reagan Marie Praeuner, daughter of Robert and Kally Praeuner, attended St. John’s Lutheran School through fifth grade year before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of her education. She is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
Reagan was active in basketball for three seasons, and she was on the one act play production crew and a member of FCCLA during all four years. When asked to name a favorite instructor at BCHS, Reagan mentioned two: Mrs. Kristin Colvey and Mrs. Leigha Kern.
Outside of school, Reagan has played softball for Battle Creek since she was little, and she enjoys spending time with friends and her nieces.
After graduation, Reagan plans to attend Wayne State College to study secondary education. She hopes to one day be a social studies teacher.
Best wishes, Reagan!
Jenna Isabel Ruge, daughter of Hans and Karen Ruge, attended St. John Lutheran School for grades preschool through eighth grade. She came to Battle Creek High School as a freshman. Jenna is a member of both St. John Lutheran Church in Battle Creek and First Christian Church of Norfolk.
Jenna participated in One Act Play Production and FCCLA for three years. She was a cheerleader for two years and a member of FFA as a senior, where she served as FFA secretary. Jenna received awards for both land and livestock judging in the organization. She also received a letter in cheer and was a Student of the Month honoree.
When asked to name a favorite teacher, Jenna listed Mrs. Jenni Frey, saying, “Mrs. Frey is just so kind to everyone, and she gives you candy.” Jenna’s favorite memory from her time at Battle Creek High School is playing bingo in Mrs. Frey’s Spanish class. Her favorite subject in school is math because she enjoys the challenge.
Outside of school, Jenna is active in 4-H, where she has received many awards. In addition, she enjoys scrapbooking and hanging out with her friends. Jenna also holds a job at Amen 4 Kids Daycare. Jenna wanted to thank her family for getting her to where she is today and for always supporting her.
After graduation, Jenna plans to attend Northeast Community College to study nursing.
Best wishes, Jenna!
Elly Jo Kurpgeweit, daughter of Shannon and Sarah Kurpgeweit, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of her education.
Elly was a member of the speech team for two seasons, and she has been a member of FFA this past year, where she has served as an officer. She qualified for State FFA in the category of livestock judging. In addition, Elly played volleyball for one season.
When asked to name a favorite staff member at BCHS, Elly listed Mrs. Stephanie Nelson, stating, “She is a fun teacher who has been there for me to talk to as a friend. She has also helped me develop my art skills.” Elly listed art as her favorite class.
Outside of school, Elly is active in 4-H, which she has been taking part in for the past eight years. She also enjoys riding dirt bikes, riding four wheelers, and working on her family farm. She has been a sales associate at Renegade for the past three years.
After graduation, Elly plans to attend Northeast Community College to study Animal Science and Ag Business.
Best wishes, Elly!
Just a reminder that the online Golf Order closes tomorrow at 10:00AM.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-boys-golf/
2021 District Speech is in the books...team finished 4th with 7 finalists and 4 of those qualifying for state next week in Kearney! It sure has been an emotional couple of days, but once again, The BC Braves were Dino-Mite! Congrats everyone! 🎉
District speech update...four more events in finals...Haley and Becca in entertainment, Mikayla in poetry, and Emma in extemp. WooHoo!!
C-1 District Speech updates...three in finals so far!! Brennen in Informative and Persuasive and Haley in Informative. Waiting on the other five events.
Gabriel Richard Hoffmeyer, son of Ross and Kristin Hoffmeyer, attended Riverdale Elementary in Kearney and Washington Elementary in Norfolk before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools in fifth grade.
Gabe participated in football and golf during all four years of high school and was a member of the FFA this past year. He has been a Student of the Month honoree and has earned all A’s in algebra. When asked to name a favorite teacher, Gabe listed Mr. Seth Montag because he is a good person to talk to.
After graduation, Gabe plans to attend Northeast Community College to study agronomy.
Best wishes, Gabe!
Good luck to our Battle Creek Speech team today at District in Homer.
BC Speech team heading to Homer today for their C-1 District competition...sure missing two of our juniors today but know they are supporting our efforts to qualify events for state! We ARE Dino-Mite! 🦕
BC Track Apparel Order Link:
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-track/
Orders close on Wednesday, March 24th at 10:00am.
Hannah Rae Tillman, daughter of Sarah and Joshua Tillman, attended Anthon Oto Community Schools in Iowa before coming to St. John's Lutheran School in 4th grade. She remained at St. John’s through 7th grade and joined Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of her education. Hannah is a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Battle Creek.
During high school, Hannah was involved in one act play production, speech, and track for two years each, and she was on the dance and cheer teams during all four years. Hannah served as a cheer co-captain this past year.
When asked to list a favorite teacher, Hannah mentioned Mrs. Leigha Kern, stating, “She has always inspired me to work hard and to do my best.” Hannah listed Spanish as her favorite subject in school.
Outside of school, Hannah likes to hang out with her friends. When she's not with friends, she spends her time babysitting and volunteering in the community. She recently started working at In His Arms Childcare in Battle Creek.
After graduation, Hannah plans to attend Northeast Community College for her generals and then she hopes to study at UNMC to earn a Bachelor’s of Science in nursing.
Best wishes, Hannah!
Cole W. Vavra
Coleman W. Vavra, son of Corry and Alisa Vavra and Dacia Vavra, has attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all years of his education.
When asked to list a favorite teacher at BCHS, Cole listed two: Mr. Dexter Hanzel and Mr. Mike Couch. He listed shop as his favorite class during the day.
After graduation, Cole plans to attend Northeast Community College to study welding.
Best wishes, Cole!
Mason Cohl Mink, son of Todd and Lori Mink, attended Battle Creek Public Schools for all thirteen years of his education. He is an active member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Mason participated in football, basketball, and track during all four years of high school. He served as team captain for the football squad as a senior. For his efforts, he received numerous athletic awards, including Academic All-State in basketball (2018), Academic All-State in football (2020), First-Team All-District in football (2020), and All-State Honorable Mention in football (2020). Mason ends his career as a ten year letter winner at Battle Creek High School.
Outside of athletics, Mason is a member of the National Honor Society. When asked to name a favorite teacher, he listed Mr. Andrew Carlson, stating they had some pretty interesting conversations about farming during weights class. When asked to list a favorite subject, Mason listed math because he is a “big numbers guy”. Outside of school, he enjoys fishing, hanging out with his friends, and working on his family farm.
After graduation, Mason plans to attend Northeast Community College to study Mechanized Agriculture.
Best wishes, Mason!
Benjamin Weinandt, son of Myron and Jennifer Weinandt, attended Beadle Elementary in Yankton, South Dakota, before coming to Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of his education. He is a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Battle Creek.
Ben was active in football during all four years of high school and played basketball for two. Aside from athletics, Ben was a member of the band for all four years, where he served as vice-president as a senior. In addition, he is a member of the National Honor Society and a member of FFA, where he has served as vice president this past school year. Ben also served as a trailblazer for one year.
When asked to name a fondest memory of his time at BCHS, Ben mentioned when former teachers Mr. Trevor Anderson and Mr. Tucker Tejkl dressed up and sang for the student body at an assembly.
Ben listed Mr. Taylor Baumert and Mr. Ryan Heller as his favorite teachers, stating, “They always give good advice and are always positive influences.” Ben named government as his favorite subject because it helps him understand the various things that are required of citizens. He also enjoys discussing social issues in the class.
After graduation, Ben plans to attend the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. He intends to major in animal science.
Best wishes, Ben!
Here is the link for BC Boys Golf, closing down this Friday, March 12th at 10 AM: https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-boys-golf/
St. Edward Speech Meet 2021
Kaylee Grace Osborne, daughter of Robert and Julie Osborne, attended Montessori Circle of Friends Preschool in Norfolk before coming to the Battle Creek Public Schools for the remainder of her education. She is a member of Harvest Church in Norfolk.
Kaylee was active in volleyball and dance during all four years of high school. In dance, she served as captain during her junior and senior years. In addition, Kaylee served as statistician for the wrestling squad for two seasons.
Aside from athletics, Kaylee was in FCCLA and student council during all four years of high school, and she was a member of one act play production and served as a trailblazer for two years. In addition, she was a member of the National Honor Society as a senior. For her efforts in the classroom, Kaylee has been on the A honor roll throughout high school.
When asked to name her fondest memory from her time at BCHS, Kaylee mentioned going to state dance all four years of high school. She said, “It was a lot of fun, and I loved spending time with my team.”
After graduation, Kaylee plans to attend Northeast Community College for one year. She then plans to finish her education at Wayne State College. She will study social work.
Best wishes, Kaylee!
It's Senior Salute time; here's our first soon-to-be 2021 BCHS graduate: Caden Meinke.
Caden Allen Meinke, son of Kristi Meinke and Jason Meinke, has attended Battle Creek Public Schools since preschool. He is a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Norfolk.
Caden participated in wrestling during all four year of high school, lettering each season. Outside of school, he enjoys fishing, cruising around with friends, and listening to music.
When asked to name his favorite teacher at BCHS, Caden listed Mrs. Kristin Colvey. He also mentioned that history is his favorite subject and stated that he greatly enjoys learning about World War II.
After graduation, Caden plans to attend Wayne State College to major in business.
Best wishes, Caden!
It's not too late to order a yearbook! Go to www.yearbookforever.com and search for Battle Creek High School (Nebraska). Cost is $50.
Made it to the finals! Here we go vs. Pierce. https://youtu.be/_Rof6XztL-Y
Beat Orchard and now are facing Norfolk Catholic!
Moving to a new room. Here's the link. https://youtu.be/_Rof6XztL-Y
Competing now vs. Orchard! Bracket round.
Here we go in the Bracket round vs. Orchard. https://youtu.be/SPpTDpFeRsU
Won 2nd round vs. Madison 45-10. 2 matches in between as we wait to compete against Veridgre.
Click on the link to watch us LIVE! Madison and Verdigre will compete first, and after match 1, we will compete against O'Neill St. Mary's. @bcbraves https://youtu.be/SPpTDpFeRsU
Junior High Quiz Bowlers compete in the ESU #8 meet beginning at 9 a.m. today. Here's a link to the live bracket. Will try to post link to competition room when it is available! http://bit.ly/qb6-8
Welp, we beat Osmond 30-20, but didn't make it into the next round, because Osmond scored more overall points in their matches and Plainview beat us head-to-head. It was a lot of fun, and I'm proud of the team. Thanks for watching, all those that did!
Here we go vs. Osmond
One match in-between and then we will face Osmond, who was last year's runner up. So far, we are 1-1. Top two teams in the round robin will move on to the next round.
Lost a tough match to Plainview 5-15. Way to go Landon, buzzing in at the last second on the last question to earn us 5 points!
Match #2 beginning now vs. Plainview
Here is the link to our Quiz Bowl team competition room for today at Neligh. Good luck!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QOWsSZ9AAQ&feature=youtu.be
Won our first match vs. Stuart, 50-25. 2 matches between our next round, then we will face Plainview.
Link to Live Quiz Bowl Competition. Happening right now!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QOWsSZ9AAQ&feature=youtu.be
BC JH Track has added a meet to the schedule: Friday, April 16th 1:00 start in Neligh.
Braves fall to Pierce 54-35 to end their season. Congratulations to the seniors on a nice season and good careers!
End of Q3. Pierce 44-27
Halftime. 30-19 Pierce.
Sub-District final tonight in Pierce. 12-7 Blue Jays after Q1
Boys Subdistrict Basketball in Pierce at 7:00. All fans allowed up to 450 people per team. Masks required. Good Luck Braves!!
Game will be streamed on:
https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Congratulations to Battle Creek's February students of the month. Very thankful to recognize these great students today at our recognition day in the gym. #firstrecognitiondayinoneyear.
Congrats to the students of the month!!
62-54 Braves! Final. We’ll play Pierce on Thursday night in Pierce at 7:00.
BC leads 61-54. :35 to go.
Braves take a 45-39 lead into Q4.
35-29 Braves at the half!!
Tied at 14 after Q1 with NC.
Braves basketball game in Pierce will be streamed on:
https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Boys District Basketball in Pierce at 7:45: Masks required. All fans allowed up to 450 people for each team. Game will be broadcasted on 106 KIX. Go Braves!
Reminder of Winter Sport Pictures after school tomorrow (Tuesday). Uniform checkin for wrestlers at this time as well. 👌🏼
JH Band Concert
St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer center where no child is denied treatment because of their inability to pay. @BCBraves students, help do your part by bringing your paper bills and spare coins to put in the bins this week! You never know who you can help! #bcmoneywar2021
Dahlas is a 3rd place medalist with an OT win. Great season DAL
JH boys finished the 🏀 season with the Boone Tournament. 7th grade placed 3rd & 8th grade were tournament 🏆 CHAMPS! #BCPride #EmbraceTheProcess
Dahlas Zlomke with another pin and will wrestle for 3rd-4th place. Great job Dahlas!
Good luck to our Battle Creek Cheer team as they complete at state in Grand Island today! Good luck ladies!
Battle Creek’s Dahlas Zlomke is a state medalist with a first period pin.
Braves get the win in O’Neill 55-53.
Braves 9 O’Neill 13 after first quarter
Battle Creek JV boys win 64-45 over O’Neill.
A BC Shout-out to the Battle Creek Brave Wrestlers that will be competing tomorrow at state wrestling. Good luck wrestlers and coaches!
Have you gotten your yearbook yet? Today is the last day to get yours for the discounted price of $40. Starting tomorrow, the price returns to the normal cost of $50. Go to www.yearbookforever.com.
60-55 Bago. Final. Good season girls.
56-51 Bago with 47.8 to go.
Bravettes trail 53-49 with 2:29 to go.
Bago 51-45 with 3:44 to go.
44-39 Bago as we head to Q4.
36-31 Bago. 4:42 Q3
Bravettes make a nice run to end the 2nd quarter. 28-23 Winnebago at the half.
19-13 Winnebago after Q1
13-6 Winnebago halfway through Q1
Both 7th & 8th Grade Boy’s BB teams get the win over Pierce. #BCPride #EmbraceTheProcess
Good luck to our Girls BB team as they take on Winnebago tonight at 7:45 in Pierce! Step #1 in your journey to State!!
Girls Sub District Basketball in Pierce: Masks required. Fans allowed up to 75% capacity, 450 fans. Masks required. Good Luck Bravettes! Game is streamed on: https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Don't forget to get your yearbook ordered before the end of the day Thursday; that is the last day to get yours at the discounted price of $40. Go to www.yearbookforever.com.
Battle Creek Public Schools will not be running bus routes today or tomorrow. We have a 10:00 AM late start today, Monday 2/15/2021 and a 10:00 AM late start tomorrow, Tuesday 2/16/2021.
Battle Creek Public Schools will have a 10:00 AM late start Monday(2/15/2021). No morning practices.
State Wresting Shirt order link. Closes at 9:30 am Tuesday https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-state-wrestling/
Happy Valentine’s Day from the 3rd graders. ❤️ #VeryCreative ❤️ #SugarHigh ❤️
The COLD weather didn’t stop our Dino-Mite speech team!! 🦕 These amazing kids just brought home the Wakefield Speech Meet championship!! Three champs, several runners-up, and many more individual medals and accomplishments!!
District Wrestling in Battle Creek: Start time 10:30. Fans allowed up to 75% capacity. Masks Required. Meet will be streamed on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
The Braves Speech Team is staying warm as they heat up the competition in Wakefield! They are Dino-Mite! 🦕
Braves fall by 6 to Cedar Catholic. They are off until next Friday in O’Neill.
45-36 HCC with 1:22 to go.
41-34 3:55 to go.
41-30 Trojans as we head to Q4
Halftime. 31-17 Trojans.
Girls drop their game to Cedar 44-30.
Boys trail 12-10 after Q1.
Cedar leads 40-28 with 1:23 to go.
26-22 HCC after Q3.
Trojans lead 21-18 with 5:17 to go Q3
Bravettes trail Cedar Catholic 8-6 after Q1.
Yearbook staffer Zoey would like to remind you all that it would be really silly to NOT purchase your yearbook while it's discounted. Get yours today. Go to www.yearbookforever.com.
The Bravettes’ subdistrict bracket. Good luck tonight and next week girls!!💜
No words for this picture except maybe "they're using their heads?!?!" Use yours and get your yearbook while it's offered at a discounted price. Go to www.yearbookforever.com.
Thank you Lisa for making a difference in our students.
Construction class doing a little electrical wiring.
Thursday BB Update: HCC can only play 2 quarters of JV girls. Here is the new schedule, with all games at the HS:
4:00 JV Girls (2 Quarters) 4:30 JV Boys (Full Game)
5:45 Girls Parents Night
6:15 Varsity Girls
7:25 Boys Parents Night
7:50 Varsity Boys
Have I mentioned that yearbooks are on sale now? Get yours while it's on sale. Go to www.yearbookforever.com. It's super easy, and you can select options like a namestamp and logo to be stamped onto your book.
Meghan has been reminding you all week during the morning announcements to get your yearbook ordered. Listen to Meghan. Go to www.yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS.
As Landon would say, JUST DO IT! Get your yearbook today. Go to www.yearbookforever.com and purchase online with a debit/credit card. Easy peasy!
Thanks to those of you who have already purchased your yearbook; isn't that online system awesome and easy?! The rest of you, get in there this week or next and get yours ordered too. Doing so will save you $10 off the purchase price. Go to www.yearbookforever.com.
Final -Braves 46 Neligh-Oakdale 36
End of 3rd quarter: Braves 35 Neligh-Oakdale 25
Halftime: Braves 27 Neligh-Oakdale 13
End of 1st quarter: Braves 12 Neligh-Oakdale 7
Final: Bravettes 67 Neligh-Oakdale 38
End of third quarter: Bravettes 51 Neligh-Oakdale 30
Halftime: Bravettes 36 Neligh-Oakdale 15
End of first quarter: Bravettes 19 Neligh-Oakdale 4
JV Boys Final: Braves 31 Neligh-Oakdale 16 (2 quarters)
JV girls final: Bravettes 24 Neligh-Oakdale 10 ( 2 quarters)
Basketball Games In Neligh: Fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Will have 2 guaranteed fans per player. Masks required. Games will be streamed on: https://striv.tv/channel/neligh-oakdale/
Don't forget to order your yearbook while it's still $10 off. Go to www.yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS.
Early dismissal today, so make sure you log on and order your yearbook during your free time this afternoon. Go to www.yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS. It's the "smart time" to buy while it's $10 off.
While you're eating lunch today, log in and order your yearbook. Go to www.yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS. You can save $10 if you purchase before February 19. Go Braves!
Did I mention that yearbooks are on sale now: go to yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS. Get 'em while they're hot!
There's just so many cute photos to share, so I thought I would post another. Heck, I might post throughout the day to remind you all to GET YOUR YEARBOOK NOW! Go to yearbookforever.com and purchase with a debit/credit card. It's super fast and super easy.
It's time to purchase your copy of the 2021 yearbook. Go to yearbookforever.com and search for BCHS. Get yours by 2-19 to save $10.
Mid-State Conference Championship Boys halftime: Wayne 17 Pierce 10
Mid-State Conference Boy’s Basketball Championship Game after first quarter: Wayne 12 Pierce 4
Mid- State Conference Championship girl’s final: Crofton 60 GACC 48.
Mid-State Conference girls Championship game after first quarter. Crofton 17 GACC 14
Mid-State Conference Basketball 3rd place boys final: Cedar 66 Norfolk Catholic 60.
Mid-State Conference 3rd Place boys at halftime all tied at 27 between Hartington CC and Norfolk Catholic.
Mid- State Conference Girls 3rd place Final:Cedar 56 O’Neill 46
Mid State Conference Boys 5th place game final: Boone Central 56 O’Neill 46.
Both 7th & 8th grade boys 🏀 teams get the win over Howells-Dodge. #BCPride #EmbraceTheProcess
Mid-State Conference Basketball Pierce 33 Battle Creek 32 in OT
Mid-State Conference basketball games will be streamed live on YouTube Battle Creek Public Schools
First game of the Mid state conference will go to OT. Girls game Battle Creek 27 Pierce 27
Sub District Wrestling at Oakland-Craig: fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks required. Meet will be streamed on: http://striv.tv/channel/oakland-craig
BC speech team on the road to Wayne. Gonna be a chilly day in Nebraska, but our warm wishes go out to the wrestlers as they head out to their first day of districts!!
Final Boone Central wins over Battle Creek
Braves 36 Boone Central 46 with 7:00 left in 4th quarter
At the half: Braves 28. Boone Central 31
Braves 18 Boone Central 21 with 5:30 left in second quarter
Boys conference game at Norfolk Catholic at 7:15. All fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks required. No passes.
FCCLA Week is February 8-12! Help us in celebrating by participating every day... Prizes awarded throughout the week.
Congratulations to the FFA Chapter Junior and Senior Team for both placing second out of seventeen teams at District Livestock Judging today! State qualifying teams: Junior Division- Dane Kilday, Jeret Hassler, Brayton Croghan, & Justine Kurpgeweit. Senior Division- Becca Arkfeld, Elly Kurpgeweit, Jenna Ruge, & Ashlynn Schwartz.
Final: Bravettes 41 Lady Knights 39
Bravettes 41 lady Knights 39 with :14 left in game
3:00 left in 4th quarter: Bravettes 37 Lady Knights 34
End of 3rd quarter: Bravettes 32 lady Knights 28
Bravettes 32 lady Knights 24 with 2:15 left in third quarter
Bravettes 25 Lady Knights 18 at the half
2/4/2021 Battle Creek Public Schools will have a 10:00 AM late start.
Culinary class competed in a Food Art Challenge yesterday, use the link to vote for your favorite!
https://forms.gle/b5N2Xt8tZjfSiL3L6
Final: Braves 36 Hartington CC 67
Braves 25 Hartington CC 55 end of third quarter
Braves 14 Hartington CC 37 at the half.
Braves 6 Hartington CC 18 after first quarter
JH Basketball in O'Neill: All fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks required.
Congratulations to the January Students of the Month!!
Boys Conference Basketball Game in Wayne: All fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks required. No passes. Game will be streamed on:
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=wayne+nebraska+bluedevils
57-41 O’Neill. Final. Bravettes will play Norfolk Catholic at Norfolk Catholic on Thursday at 7:15.
51-30 O’Neill with 3:11 to go.
48-25 Bravettes heading to Q4.
Bravettes trail 30-16 at the half.
Bravettes trail 11-7 after Q1.
Bravettes in action at O’Neill. No live stream tonight but game might be on KBRX radio station. 8-4 O’Neill with 2:00 to go in Q1
Girls Conference Basketball in O'Neill: All fans allowed up to 50% capacity (700 people). Masks Required. Game will be streamed on:
www.EagleEyeBroadcasting.com
Tayce Bleich 6th Place
Afftynn Stusse becomes Battle Creek’s first female state finalist, placing 2nd at the Nebraska State Girls Wrestling Championships! Way to go Afftynn!
BC Speech is Dino-Mite 🦕
Fourteen events broke into finals with so many improvements made by the whole team! We are so proud to be their coaches!
Tayce Bleich finishes in 6th place at the Nebraska State Girls Wrestling Championships in the 109 lb bracket! She becomes Battle Creek’s second girl state medalist!
Final: Braves 73 Boone Central 66
5:28 left in fourth quarter: Braves 63 Boone Central 52
Halftime: BC Braves 42 Boone Central 37
End of 1st quarter: Braves 17 Boone Central 20
Final: Bravettes 39 Boone Central 35
End if third quarter: Bravettes 25 Boone Central 20
Halftime: Bravettes 13 Boone Central 10
End of first quarter. Bravettes 7 Boone Central 3
Saturday Junior High Boys Basketball in Wayne: 7th Grade at the elementary, 4 fans allowed per player. 8th Grade at the high school, 8 fans allowed per player. Masks Required.
Ord Invite streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtBWE8XZu8pqkpzZdE2rTPg
First graders having a 100th Day of School challenge! Which group can build the tallest tower?
Brave wrestlers finish in 5th place at Conference. Dahlas was a Conference champion and Kaden was Conference Runner-up. 3rd place finishers were Boston and Korbyn. Garrett, Jaxson, and Kase got 4th. Back at it tomorrow at Ord and the girls head to York for Girls State.
Braves win 55-50 in OT
We are going to OT 43-43
End of third: Braves 33 H-D 29
Halftime: Braves 21 H-D 18
After first quarter: Braves 8 H-D 13
Final: Bravettes 49 H-D 40
After third quarter: Bravettes 37 H-D 29
Halftime: Bravettes 25 H-D 19
After first quarter: Bravettes 12 Howells-Dodge 16
Basketball games vs. Howells Dodge streaming link:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLbhZwCwSUujfB71yc_p8_Q/featured
Conference Wrestling in Pierce: 2 fans allowed per wrestler. Masks required. Streaming: https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Basketball at Howells: Masks required. Fans allowed up to 50%. Concessions will be available.
Tuesday's BB games have been moved to tomorrow, Thursday 1/28. All games are in Howells with the JV girls starting things off at 4:00.
1/26/2021 - Battle Creek Public Schools will be closed today. No activities.
Battle Creek Public Schools will have a 10:00 AM late start tomorrow 1/26/2021. Any further announcements will be made by 8:30 in the morning. No morning activities practices.
FCCLA Candy Gram orders are due Thursday, January 28! Follow this link to print out an order form https://bit.ly/3qO6iUn
1/25/2021. Due to the winter storm warning and impending forecast, Battle Creek Public Schools will be closed today.
Halftime: Braves 11 Pierce 27
End of 1st quarter: Braves 6 Pierce 9
Final: Bravettes 34 Pierce 31
End of 3rd quarter: Bravettes 24 Pierce 23
Halftime: Bravettes 11 Pierce 13
Another Dino-Mite day for the BC speech team at the Boone Central Invite! Nine of twenty competitors bringing home medals, and several were so very close! Congrats!
End 1st quarter: Bravettes 7 Pierce 11
Final: Brave JV Boys 65 Pierce 30. Varsity girls next
BC Speech about to Albion to show their competitors what they’ve got!! Good Luck Speechsters! You are Dino-Mite! 🦕🦖
Louisville Wrestling Meet Streaming Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXPz-uA0WnhV8u_lCiM-5Yg
Freshman Boys Basketball game in Wisner. Start time is 10:00.
Basketball Games in Pierce: JV girls game cancelled. JV Boys game will start at 3:15. Masks required. 8 fans allowed per player. After each game the gym will be cleared before they allow fans in for the next game. Streaming available on: https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Battle Creek FFA livestock judging
Final: Braves 67. LLC 63
Braves wrestling splits the triangular beating NC and losing to Pierce. Braves in action again tomorrow afternoon at Louisville
End of 3rd: Braves 40 LLC 44
Halftime: Braves 29 LLC 29
End of 1st: Braves 14 LLC 13
Final: Bravettes 52 LCC 28
End of 3rd: Bravettes 33 LLC 21
Halftime: Bravettes 22 LLC 19
End of 1st: Bravettes 10 LCC 10
Final: Braves JV 36 Laurel CC 23
Final: Bravettes JV 36 Laurel CC 10
Wrestling at Norfolk Catholic: Masks required. Fans allowed up to 50% capacity.
Basketball Games vs. Laurel-Concord-Coleridge: Masks required. All fans allowed until occupancy has been reached, then doors will be closed. Game will be live streamed: https://striv.tv/channel/laurel-concord-coleridge/
Varsity games will be broadcasted on 97.5 KEXL
Nice win for the Braves over GACC.
4th quarter braves 36 GACC 40
Braves and GACC tied at 34 in middle of third quarter.
Braves 12 GACC 14 after its quarter
Final GACC 65 Bravettes 24
After 3rd quarter GACC 47- Bravettes 17
At the half GACC 44 Bravettes 13
Bravettes 11 GACC 27 with 5:48 I. Second quarter
Bravettes JV fall to GACC JV 57-52.
Varsity Wrestling in Wayne: 4 household members allowed. Masks required. Dual will be held at the elementary.
BC Speech Team is Dino-Mite!! Half of our entries are bringing home awards from Pierce!! Way to start the year! Congrats to the finalists and thanks to everyone who took the challenge to be ready today!
2021 BCHS Speech Season is about to begin!! We are excited and ready to head to Pierce. Good Luck to all competitors! BC Speech is DINO-MITE!
1/15/21: BCPS is closed today. No activities.
1/15/2021: BCPS will have a 10:00 AM late start. Bus routes will run accordingly.
Braves win 43-35 over LHNE. Nice win boys!
Braves lead 30-23 heading to Q4.
Braves lead 18-17 at the half.
Braves lead 9-6 after Q1 over LHNE.
44-33 Bravettes. Final. Nice win girls!!
Bravettes lead 27-15 early Q3
Junior high boys basketball game vs. Wayne tonight has been cancelled.
Here is the link for anyone interested in ordering Girls State Wrestling apparel. Order closes Jan. 24th!
https://nswcagirlsstate2021.itemorder.com/sale
The BC Shop Co. is currently working on creating their Entrepreneurship project that they will be raffling off later this month. More updates to come!
Wrestling Dual in Wayne on Thursday: Fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks Required. Dual will be streamed on:
https://team1prep.com/ne/?S=waynebluedevils
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDsa6gJxs_f2sKmdQawGoIQ
Braves fall to West Point-Beemer 51-29.
37-20 Cadets after Q3.
22-14 WP-B at the half.
Braves trail the Cadets 13-3 after Q1.
61-38 West Point-Beemer. Final. Boys up in about 30 minutes.
54-27 Wp-B after Q3
Halftime. 40-17 West Point-Beemer.
Bravettes trail 21-6 after Q1 to West Point-Beemer
Basketball game played at the elementary will be streamed on Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/wpcadets
Basketball Games in West Point: Masks required. Fans up to 50% allowed. Games at elementary will be on Facebook Live: https://striv.tv/channel/west-point-beemer/
Varsity games will be streamed on: https://striv.tv/channel/west-point-beemer/
The 9/10 girls BB game for Saturday against Wayne has been canceled. The 9/10 boys BB game will now be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the elementary gym.
Both JH BBB squads fought hard but dropped their 1st games of the season to NC.
42-27 NC. Final.
37-24 NC with 4:30 to go.
NC leads 36-22 after Q3.
Bravettes trail NC 23-12 at the half.
10-3 NC after Q1.
In JV action Bravettes 51 Norfolk Catholic 53
Battle Creek Wrestling on Saturday in BC: 4 fans per wrestler. Masks required. Concessions will be available.
Girls Basketball at Norfolk Catholic: Fans allowed up to 50% capacity. Masks required.
Final Brave 64 Crofton 46
Braves drop an exciting dual with Neligh-Oakdale 40-33. We move to 8-3 on the dual season.
Final Crofton 65 Bravettes 24
Crofton 55 Bravettes 22 after 3 quarters.
Crofton 37 Bravettes 14
Bravettes trail Crofton 22-5 after first quarter.
Brave wrestling defeats Twin River 48-31. Next up: Neligh-Oakdale. #bravestrong
Battle Creek Attendance Restrictions Update:
50% Capacity (800 people for HS gym)
Masks required
No longer limited to family members only
Larger events will have more specific guidelines to keep us under 800. We will post guidelines for specific events when needed.
Thursday Wrestling in Neligh: 2 fans on list guaranteed to enter. After that will allow fans up to 50%. Masks required. Meet will be streamed on: https://striv.tv/channel/neligh-oakdale/
Boys Basketball Freshman Game in BC at 6:30: Masks required. Allowing fans up to 50% capacity. Game will be streamed: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
The Battle Creek 9-10 boys are defeated by Stanton 64-56.
9/10 grade girls win 63-22 over Stanton tonight. Great work ladies.
Freshman Basketball Games in Stanton: All fans allowed until 50% capacity is reached.
JV Wrestling in Wisner: 2 fans per wrestler. Masks required.
Braves finish in 5th place as a team at a tough Pierce Invitational. Placers:
106 Stusse 5th
113 Hassler 4th
132 Reeves 4th
145 Battershaw 4th
160 Kummer 5th
170 Croghan 3rd
182 Warneke 2nd
195 Thompson 6th
220 Ottis 6th
285 Zlomke Champ
#bravestrong
Wrestling in Pierce: no fans. Meet will be streamed on https://striv.tv/channel/pierce/
Final, Braves 54 Norfolk Catholic 61.
Braves 39 Norfolk Catholic 41 at the end of the third quarter.
Braves 27 Norfolk Catholic 21 at the half.
Braves 12 Norfolk Catholic 3 start of second quarter.
Bravettes win 60 to 34 over ELkhorn Valley. Great work ladies.
Bravettes 26 EV 16 at the half.
Girls meet today at Winnebago. No fans. Streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYgmUrLvsNn5RsCRkjnWFDQ
NOTICE to Speech team members: Due to tomorrow's pending weather, tmrw's work day will be postponed until Wed. The library will be open Wed. from 9:00-3:00.
Braves win!
Bravettes trail Ainsworth 39-22 with 5:53 to go Q3
Bravettes trail 10-9 after Q1 against Ainsworth
Tuesday’s BB tournament games have been moved to Wednesday. Same times, with the first game at 1:00.
Basketball Holiday Tournament: Masks required. 4 household members, 4 grandparents per player allowed. No passes. Games will be streamed on:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Just a reminder that No passes will be accepted for the Holiday Tournament this week.
50-43 Ponca. Final.
Braves trail 49-43 with 14.5 to go.
1:59 left. 44-35 Ponca.
4:22 to go. 40-33 Ponca.
Braves trail Ponca 35-31 after Q3.
Braves trail Ponca 25-24 at the half.
Bravettes fall to a good Ponca team 64-51. They’ll play next Monday at 4:15 against Ainsworth in the opening game of the BC Holiday Tournament.
59-45 Ponca with 2:19 to go.
Bravettes battling hard against a very good Ponca team. 46-35 Ponca as we head to Q4.
Bravettes lead Ponca 17-16 with 6:15 left Q2.
Basketball vs. Ponca: Masks Required. 4 household members and 4 grandparents allowed per player. Concessions available at HS. Girls JV will be played at the elementary. All other games will be at the HS. Games streamed on: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Congratulations to the November Students of the Month for Battle Creek Jr. - Sr. High School.
Congratulations to the Battle Creek Jr. - Sr. High School December Students of the Month. Great job ladies!
Streaming Link for Girls Varsity Wrestling in Fremont:
https://www.youtube.com/c/fpstigerpride
Girls Wrestling Invite: 2 household members allowed per wrestler. Masks required.
Braves JV wrestling team also had a solid day at the Osmond Varsity Invitational.
Placers
Elijah 3rd
Jacob 5th
Dakota 6th
Brayton 4th
Ian 8th
Afftynn 2nd (against all boys, she went 4-1!)
#bravestrong
Braves win 50 - 35 over West Holt.
Braves lead 40-27 over West Holt after three quarters.
Braves lead West Holt at the half 31-14
Braves lead West Holt 11-9 after first quarter
BC wrestling team finishes in 5th place today at Logan View. Good competition for our squad.
Champion: Zlomke 285 🥇
3rd: Reeves 132, Battershaw 152, Thompson 195
4th: Henn 220
#bravestrong
Bravettes win 44 31 over West Holt
Bravettes with big 3rd quarter and lead 33-23 over West Holt.
Bravettes 17 West Holt 20 at the half.
Bravettes 11 West Holt 15 after first quarter.
Bravettes and Braves both win the JV games today at West Holt.
46-48 O’Neill with the lead. 3:40 left in 4th
Bravettes trail O’Neill 38-41 at the end of 3rd quarter.
Battle Creek and O’Neill are all tied up at the half in girls basketball.
Bravettes trail O’Neill 18-12 after one quarter.
Bravettes win 40-36 over Oneill in JV action.
JV action Bravettes 27 O’Neill 26 starting fourth quarter.
Halftime Bravettes 17 Oneill 19
Bravettes JV Basketball: Bravettes 13 Oneill 15 after first quarter.
Saturday West Holt Basketball Games: 4 household members and 4 grandparents allowed per player. Must have your ticket to get in. Masks Required. Game will be streamed: https://youtube.com/channel/UCT1be32GLF0WwOVxfm5Oa7w
Saturday Wrestling: Varsity Logan View tournament will allow 1 fan per wrestler. Masks Required. JV Osmond invite: No fans allowed.
9/10 BC boys showed out on D tonight with 43-27 win over Norfolk. Great job!
BC Wrestling had a lot of good matches tonight! We beat Class D #2 Elkhorn Valley 45-34 and were defeated by Class C #10 O'Neill 45-33. Getting better each day! Season record now stands at 7-2. #bravestrong
Girls Basketball in O'Neill: Masks required. Social distance. 4 household members per player, must be on the sign up sheet. Junior high games will be B team followed by A team. Games will be streamed on: www.EagleEyeBroadcasting.com
Congrats to team TBD on their Braveball championship! It came down to the last possession! Thanks to Mr. Montag for the scoreboard graphics and 3D printer trophy and MVP award.
Freshman Basketball Game/Varsity Wrestling: Masks required, social distance, 4 household members and 4 grandparents allowed per player and wrestler. Once 50% capacity is reached no more fans will be allowed to enter. Concessions available. Good luck teams!
Construction class shed project! Who else needs one? We custom build for you.
Must be close to Christmas! Woods class projects close to being done.
BC Christmas Concert will be live streamed in a couple minutes on YouTube and Facebook Live. Facebook Live should have better sound.
BC Holiday BB Tournament Bracket Monday 12/28 and Tuesday 12/29
JV Wrestling in BC: Fans limited to 50% capacity. Once 50% is reached no more fans will be allowed in until someone exits. Masks required and social distance. Meet will be streamed:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
JV Boys Basketball in BC: Masks required. Social Distance. Fans will be limited to 50% capacity. If 50% is reached we will not be able to allow anymore in attendance. No concessions. Start time 6:30 at the elementary.
Girls Junior High Basketball: Must be on the sign-up sheet to enter. Game order is B team followed by A team. Streaming link:
http://bit.ly/37cWQ5R
Boys Fresh/Soph game at 6:30 in the Elementary gym. Wear jeans and sweatshirt. Go Braves!
BC Wrestling improves to 6-1 on the season in duals with their 2nd place finish today at the BC Duals. Wins over Tekemah-Herman, Ansley-Litchfield, Schuyler, and Elkhorn Valley. Loss came to Norfolk High. Great day for our girls too!!! 💪💜
Battle Creek 74 Norfolk Catholic 53 Final
Braves 57 NC 41 heading to the 4th quarter
Battle Creek 49 NC 34 with. 3:33 left In 3rd quarter
Battle Creek JV boys 54 Norfolk Catholic 56 final.
At the half - Battle Creek 38 Norfolk Catholic 31
Battle Creek 17- Norfolk Catholic 18 after first quarter.
Braves take their first dual over Tekamah-Herman 63-12. Next up: Ansley/Litchfield
Watch live on YouTube and follow on trackwrestling!!
Live stream for the BC wrestling meet:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Link to the boys basketball game at Norfolk Catholic. Go Braves!
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCrEpJt-_ms9JEYKL2VWzlpA?fbclid=IwAR0PBpInAWTH51ig-eeK7neCs0b0m5A4324gnqrVTkqmi4_1mN9ExyGA_G8
Braves win 36-24!! They’ll play at Norfolk Catholic tomorrow afternoon
Braves currently lead Stanton 32-14 early Q4.
Bravettes with some hot shooting in Q1. They lead Stanton 17-6
Battle Creek JV Boys win 75-34 over Stanton. Next up varsity girls vs Stanton.
Battle Creek’s work based learning continues to provide great opportunities for our seniors. Thank you to all the businesses and individuals for your great partnership.
Boys Basketball at Norfolk Catholic: Limited to household members only. Masks required. Social distance.
High School Wrestling at Battle Creek. 2 household members per wrestler. Masks required. Social distance. Concessions will be available.
Junior High Wrestling at Boone Central: 2 household members per wrestler. Must be on the sign up sheet to enter. Masks required. Limited concessions.
JV and Varsity Games in Battle Creek: 4 household members allowed per player. Masks required. Social distance. Parents are asked to leave after their player's game has finished. No gatherings on the court or commons area. Girls JV will play at the elementary. Concessions at HS.
Bravettes with a dominating 61-22 victory. Really kicked it in gear after Q1. Nice win ladies!!
Reminder that under the current DHM from the Governor: Only Household members can attend events at school, up to 4 per participant. Household members are those currently living at your house. All other attendees will need to be on the worker list.
Thank you for adhering!!
JV and Varsity Games in Battle Creek: 4 household members allowed per player. Masks required. Social distance. Parents are asked to leave after their player's game has finished. No gatherings on the court or commons area. Start time 4:30. No JV Boys game.
Junior High Girls Basketball: 2 household members allowed to enter. Sign up on the list to attend. Masks required. Game will be at the elementary.
Tonight's JV boys game with Twin River is canceled. JV Girls will play at the HS at 4:30, followed by V girls and then V boys.
Tomorrow's JV boys game against Stanton will be at the HS, with JV girls at the Elementary, both at 4:30.
Good luck tonight BC Hoops Teams!!
Friday Evening (12/11): The Stanton girls & boys visit Battle Creek starting with the girls game at 6:15. Pregame coverage at 6:00 on 97.5 KEXL & KEXL.com.
The Fresh/Soph Basketball Team had a tough loss against Norfolk Catholic. We showed spurts of good ball and have things to work on.
Freshman BBall at Norfolk Catholic: Limited to household members only. Masks required. Social distance. Parents are asked to leave after your child's game has ended.
JH Girls Basketball: Game will be held in Leigh. Schedule is B team followed by A team. Must be on the sign up sheet to enter. Masks required.
Braves trail HLHF 29-14 at the half.
Bravettes 51- HLHF 60 Final
Bravettes 24 HLHF 27 at the half.
JV girls won 32-28. JV boys won 34-20 over Humphrey LH
Link to the Boys and Girls basketball game in Humphrey
https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCtSCKlVKnlQ6Fr6-k1pcA5w
Braves and Bravettes both fall to solid Wayne squads tonight. They’ll be back in action tomorrow afternoon in Humphrey.
Bravettes trail Wayne 29-25 early Q3
Have you purchased your holiday pies from a BC junior yet? What a quick and easy way to support their efforts to raise money for prom! Contact Mrs, Frauendorfer at the high school for more info.
Girls JH Basketball: Saturday 12/5 start time is 9:00. 4 household members per player allowed to enter. Masks required and social distance. No concessions will be available. Schedule is B team followed by A team.
JH wrestling live stream link: http://www.eagleeyebroadcasting.com/
Friday JH Wrestling in O'Neill: 2 household members allowed per wrestler. Must be on the sign up sheet to be able to enter. Start time is 5:00.
Friday Basketball Game: JV Boys will play at the elementary. JV/V Girls & V Boys will play at the high school. 4 household members per player may attend. Masks required, social distance, and concessions will be available at the high school. See winter guidelines for more rules.
Best of luck to the One-Act cast, crew, and coaches today at the District contest!! They will be performing at 3:00 in Wausa. Break a leg!!
Art 3 & 4 Art Students are finishing up their BC Public Library Book Paintings. Zoey Reeves chose the book, “The Giver.”
Varsity Wrestling Triangular: Start time 6:00. 4 household members per wrestler will be allowed to enter. Masks are required for fans. Social distance. Concessions will be available. Go Braves!
Junior High Girls Basketball: Game on Thursday will be played in the elementary gym at 5:30.Schedule is B team followed by the A team. Wear a mask, social distance, 4 household members per player allowed, and no concessions.
Omaha World Herald All-State Volleyball
Honorable Mention winners
BriAnna Zohner
Paytyn Taake
Kaitlyn Pochop
Renee Brummels
Nice honor for these girls!!
Congratulations to these girls for being named to the Mid State All-Conference Volleyball Team!!
BriAnna Zohner
Paytyn Taake
Kaitlyn Pochop
Honorable Mention
Kenna Pochop
Renee Brummels
Great work girls!!
Concert Announcement
Today's JH BB schedule:
4:00 B team game, with an extra quarter following
5:15 A team game
Limit of 4 household members per player. Masks required.
Games at the High School and will be streamed on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
BC Wrestling orders close Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. This will not be extended so order now!!
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-wrestling/
Here is the link for BC Basketball online store, closing down next Wed, Nov. 25 at 10 AM
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-basketball/
Here is the link for BC Basketball online store, closing down next Wed, Nov. 25 at 10 AM:
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-basketball/
The Wrestling Orders close Wednesday at 10 AM https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-wrestling/
The Booster Club orders close on Monday at 10 AM https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-boosters/
The Junior High Wrestling Team competed hard at the Plainview Invite, securing the team title. Individual medalists are as follows:
Ryan Stusse Jr.- 1st
Gavin Korth- 2nd
Ayden Wintz- 1st
Devin Hassler- 4th
Hudson Last- 2nd
Aden Pochop- 3rd
Conner Neuhalfen- 3rd
Casey Schnebel- 1st
Jaxon Hassler- 2nd
Brek Thompson- 1st
Gavin Olson- 2nd
Dahkota Zlomke- 1st
The deadline for ordering this year's Battle Creek one-act shirt has been extended to Wednesday, November 18th at 10 am. https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/bc-one-act/
BCPS Youtube Channel for livestream of events in Battle Creek:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Tonights JH BB games will be B team, followed by A team.
Household members only, with a limit of 4.
Games will be streamed on BCPS YouTube channel.
Huge shout-out to the juniors who presented their informative speeches this morning. They were FABULOUS! The bar has been set pretty high for those yet to present. Good work and THANK YOU for working so hard to prepare over the past couple of weeks!
Here is the link for the BC Wrestling Apparel! Orders close Wednesday, Nov. 25th at 10 AM
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-wrestling/
Reminder that tomorrow (Mon., Nov 16) starting at 8:30am, the Battle Creek 8th graders will be canvassing the community for canned food items. Please leave your donations on your porches for contact free pick up or drop off items in the entry way of the high school. We appreciate your donations to help us meet the Thrivent challenge of collecting 500 items. Thank you!
The Battle Creek One-Act had a strong performance today at the Mid-State Conference competition in West Point.
Below is the link for the junior high wrestling meet for anyone who can not attend. Start time is 4:30.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Here's the link to the junior high girls basketball game in Plainview for anyone who can not attend.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxZC5SjXwyEKN-XLf4oGpAA
It's Conference Championship Day!! Best of luck to our One-Act cast, crew, and coaches as they head to West Point today for the Mid State Conference One-Act Competition!
Information for today's JH BB game at Plainview.
Thank you to State Troopers Trinity Jones & Tyler Mann for coming to BCPS today to speak to our students about their military experience for Veteran's Day. BCPS thanks you and all Veterans for their service and sacrifice! Happy Veteran's Day!
Check out this BCPS tribute to our veterans! Thank you for your service! Happy Veterans Day!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dCNHXkJGOmE&ab_channel=BattleCreekPublicSchools
Battle Creek Public Schools will have a 10:00 AM late start this morning, Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Busses will run where possible. No Preschool.
Battle Creek Public Schools will not be running bus routes at the end of the day today, Tuesday, November 10, 2020. No after school activities
Today's JH wrestling meet has been postponed. We are looking at options for Thursday and will post information when we know more.
The Battle Creek Junior High Can Food Drive is November 9th-16th. There will be a no contact donation box between the front doors of the high school. The items will be donated to the Battle Creek Lions Club to distribute to those in need right here in Battle Creek!
Tuesday’s JH wrestling meet: start time moved to 4:30. Immediate family/Household members only up to 4 per athlete. Masks required.
Watch junior high wrestling live on the youtube app. Start time is 10am.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKz140f0oGQVxkt8_L4pgtQ
Mr. Heller’s class leaning about wind energy. #STEM.
BCES did their part today by casting votes for President of the US. Thanks Mr. Mooney for setting up voting booths and Mrs. Seifert for the I VOTED TODAY stickers. BCES feeling like adults today! Trump declared the winner @finke_kyle
For any high school girls interested in going out for basketball this year
👇🏼👇🏼
Congrats to these first time voters!
This ones for the girls! We are looking for a crew to join one of the fastest growing sports: girls wrestling! Make the jump, gain confidence, and be apart of the start of something great! Girls wrestling meeting Wed. morning at 8:05 in room 212. See you there! 💪💜💪
There will be a Brave Wrestling meeting on Thursday morning at 8:05 in room 212 for all interested boys. 💪🤼🥇
Excited to see who wants to join the squad this year!
Below is the link to the booster club online order. Orders are due by November 23rd at 10 AM. NO late orders will be accepted.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-boosters/
Congratulations Battle Creek Public Schools October Students of the Month! Great work!
37-15 Auburn. Final. Good season boys!
Frederick to Buckendahl for 6! Bode in for the 2 pt conversion. 31-15 Auburn. 3:08 to go.
Auburn 31-7. 4;42 left
25-7 Auburn. 8:37 to go.
19-7 Bulldogs. 11:27 to go.
13-7 Auburn as we head to Q4
13-7 Bulldogs. Halftime.
Auburn scores on a 30 yd TD pass. Conversion fails. 13-7 Aurora with 6:07 to go Q2
Frederick in from about 5 yds out. Mink XP good. 7-7 near end of Q1
7-0 Auburn after a nice opening TD drive. Braves turn now.
Reminder to bring your masks to Auburn tonight. BC fans will enter South Gate and sit on south end of bleachers. Go Braves!!
Just a reminder that the BC JH Wrestling online store closes down on Monday 11/2/20 at 10 AM: https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/bc-jh-wrestling/
Any orders after 10 AM will have a $15.00 late fee
Battle Creek’s Work-Based Learning program is providing great opportunities for these fine BC seniors who are enrolled in the NECC CNA Class. Thank you Northeast Community College for your partnership.
Tonight's Football Game will be on News Channel Nebraska at 6:15pm!
The link for tonight's football game Stream
https://striv.tv/channel/auburn/
Congratulations to the Battle Creek Music Department on your concert tonight . Great work Mrs. Lade, Ms. Johns and our awesome students.
ELVPHD Risk Dial Update: Week ended 10-26-20 for Madison County = 2.63 Orange. BCPS will continue to operate as we have with masks required, socially distancing as much as possible, and washing/sanitizing hands.
Bravettes are defeated by a. very good Wayne team 25-19 in set three.
Wayne leads the Bravettes in set three 17-12
Bravettes drop set two 25-22. Wayne lead 2-0
Bravettes lead set two 10-8 over Wayne.
Wayne win set one 25-23 over the Bravettes
Bravettes 19 Wayne 22 set one.
Link for tonight's VB game stream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDsa6gJxs_f2sKmdQawGoIQ/videos
It's their maiden voyage with this so they are hoping it works!
The Volleyball game tonight will be on the Wayne Radio Sation 104.9 or http://waynedailynews.com/. The game will also be streaming on the Wayne Nebraska Bluedevils youtube page, starting at 6:15pm.
BCPS SCHOOL CALENDAR CHANGE: We will have a teacher workday/professional development day on Friday, November 13, 2020. No school for students PK-12 on Friday, November 13, 2020.
Reminder that the State Football Playoffs orders close Tuesday October 27th at Noon. https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek-state-football/
Bravettes win set four 25-23 and win the match 3-1
Bravettes win set three 25-18 and lead match 2-1
Bravettes win set two 25-21.
Bravettes 22 Pierce 19 set two
Bravettes 15 Pierce 12 in set two.
Bravettes drop set one 25-23.
Bravettes 23-22 set one.
Bravettes vs Pierce volleyball is getting ready to start.
3rd Grade Pumpkin Painting 🎃
BCPS will have a 1:30 PM dismissal on Friday, October 30, 2020. Buses will run accordingly.
FB game information: BC will play at Auburn on Friday October 30th. 6:30 game time.
Fall Pops Concert
Congrats Braves on making your way to the State Football Playoffs!!! Online orders close Tuesday October 27th at Noon.
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek-state-football/
46-20 BC. Final. Braves qualify for the playoffs. We’ll see the bracket tomorrow.
Mink with another FG. 46-20 BC with 3:50 to go.
Amick to Mink for a 50 yd TD!! Braves up 43-7 near the end of Q3.
Mason Mink with a beautifully-kicked 30 yard FG to put BC up 37-0 with 6:15 to go in Q3.
Bode in again from 2 yards on a nicely sealed sweep play. 14-0 BC after another Mink XP. 4:28 to go Q1
Touchdown Braves!! Bode in from 30 out. 7-0 BC a minute into the game.
Congratulations to Afftynn and Hunter on a great cross country season, capping it off with a hard, and very cold, run at the State Championship! Hunter finished in 55th place, running an 18:12. Afftynn finished in 58th place, running a 21:57. Way to represent BC!
Thank you Heating Connection of Norfolk and Brent Bode for your partnership with Battle Creek Public School’s Work-Based learning program. Battle Creek senior is working in Elgin today hanging some air duct at a new construction site.
Battle Creek’s senior @WylieTrowbridge is learning some hands on work experience today at one of our local businesses. Thank you Northeast Machine and John Klein for partnering with Battle Creek Public School’s work-based learning.
Another Battle Creek senior taking advantage of work based learning. Thank you Lisa at Animal Shelter of Northeast Nebraska for sharing your love for animals with our senior.
Battle Creek’s senior @BodeReece working with Jacobsen Therapy Services in Norfolk. Thank you Cody for being a great role model for Reece.
Thanks to @Marathonpress of Norfolk for allowing Tanner the opportunity to gain work experience during Battle Creek’s work-based learning program.
Thanks to Norfolk GM Auto Center Auto Body for allowing Battle Creek senior to have real work experience on Friday’s. #BCworkbasedlearing.
It's race day! The NSAA XC State Championship will get underway this afternoon in Kearney with Afftynn running at 1:30 and Hunter at 2:00. It's a great day to be a Brave and Bravette!
BC Jr High Wrestling orders are due by Monday, Nov. 2nd at 10 AM. https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/bc-jh-wrestling/
1,000 Club
Congratulations to Paytyn on reaching 1,000 career digs and Kaitlyn on 1,000 career assists. These are great milestones for these two, and some great teammates were a big part of these also. Congrats girls!
GACC win set three 25-18 and wins match 3-0
GACC wins set two over Battle Creek Bravettes 25-16
Battle Creek Bravettes drop set one to GACC 25-11
Norfolk Catholic wins set three 25-10 and win the match 3-0.
Norfolk Catholic wins set two 25-20 and lead 2-0
Bravettes drop set one 18-25 to Norfolk Catholic.
Risk Dial Update for week ending October 19: Madison County 2.25 down from 2.38. Orange. We will continue masking up at school, maintaining social distance, and washing hands.
Bravette Volleyball will face Norfolk Catholic tonight at 6:00 pm in the conference semifinal game. The game is at Norfolk Catholic. Be there, be rowdy!! For those that can’t make it we’ll try to Facebook Live it on our school page. 🏐💜💪
Bravettes win in five sets 15-5 over O’Neill.
Bravettes drop set three 26-24 and lead the match 2-1
Bravettes take set two 25-21 over O’Neill and lead the match 2-0
Congratulations to the 8th grade girls volleyball team on a successful season this fall! This group is strong on numbers and talent! Great season coaches and players!! 🏐💜🏐💜
Just a reminder that your online orders for BC State XC close today at 10 AM!
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-state-cross-country/
Mid State Conference VB Tournament Guidelines.
The Mid State Conference VB Tournament starts on Monday. The Bravettes will face O'Neill at 6:00 p.m. at Norfolk Catholic. Fans will only be allowed to watch their team's game and won't be allowed in until that games warmup time begins. Masks are required at both sites!
JV Football game on Monday night at O’Neill has been cancelled.
42-0 Pierce. 8:52 Q3
Braves trail 35-0 at Pierce. About to start Q3.
Here is the link for the online store State XC shirts. Orders close Monday, October 19th at 10 AM:
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-state-cross-country/
Wayne defeats the Bravettes 25-18 and win the match 3-0
Bravettes drop set two 10-25 and Wayne leads match 2-0
A big shout out to Hunter Oestreich for becoming the first Brave runner to qualify for the XC State Championship since 2001. Also Afftynn Stusse, becoming only the second Bravette runner to qualify for the XC State Championship twice. #RoadtoKearney
Set one: Bravettes 23 Wayne 25
The Battle Creek Braves have a State Qualifier in Hunter Oestreich with a 12th place finish. Great work.
The Braves are off and running. Good luck.
Battle Creek’s Afftynn Stusse is a state qualifier with a 10th place finish at Districts.
Bravettes competing at Districts in Albion.
The Bravette Cross Country Team is off and running. Best of luck!
The road to Kearney starts today for the XC teams at 4:30!
Bravette volleyball wins the reserve and JV games against O’Neill. Varsity drops their match 3-0
Congratulations to the Battle Creek jr. high football teams tonight vs Pierce. The 7th grade were defeated a tough Pierce team and the BC 8th grade finish the season at 6-0 with a win over Pierce.
Tonight's JV and Varsity VB games in O'Neill will be streamed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjWfhdU0zig&ab_channel=EagleEyeBroadcasting
They will also be aired on KBRX 102.9 FM.
The Reserve game at 5:30 will not be streamed.
Joslyn with a nice chip onto #1 green. #bravettegolf
All Bravette golfers are on the course. Megan, Molly, and Joslyn have completed 2 holes. Scores have improved and the wind is freshening.
Day 2 of the NSAA Golf Championships are under way with Raina and Emma on the course.
Good Luck to the Battle Creek Bravettes golf team today in day two of the state tournament. A special shoutout to our two seniors Emma and Megan.
Check out JV volleyball tonight live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXHVXm5rD_U&ab_channel=BattleCreekPublicSchools
Battle Creek’s senior Emma Wilkinson hitting out of the fairway at state girls golf.
Battle Creek’s senior Megan Lutt rolls this putt in on hole nine for a nine hole score of 41.
Battle Creek’s senior Megan Lutt playing well on the front nine at girls state golf.
Battle Creek’s Molly Heimes makes par on hole 17 at girls state golf.
Just a reminder that Picture re-takes are tomorrow 10/13/2020
2020 Nebraska Girl’s State Golf is getting underway. Battle Creek’s Raina Lade warming up.
Congratulations to Jaxon Kilmurry, becoming the first Battle Creek Junior High XC runner to medal at the JH State Championship. Jaxon medaled 12th with a time of 11:13, PR’ing by almost 30 seconds against all-class competition! Great season Jaxon!
Congratulations to Battle Creek High School’s HOCO king Reece Bode and queen Renee Brummels
Carter King in for a 11 yard TD. Braves 54-7
Caleb Brauer scores from 6 yards and the Braves lead 48-0
Boden Obst takes the opening kickoff in for the TD Braves 42-O’NEILL 0
Battle Creek 35-0 over O’Neill at the half.
Battle Creek HOCO dance will be outside tonight. DJ Denn and Co are getting warmed up!
Thanks to Northeast Machine and John Klein for letting this Peterbilt lead Battle Creek High School HOCO Parade!
Friday night lights started at 6:00 this morning for Battle Creek, with the XC team putting in work after their conference meet!💪🏼💪🏼
TeamMates mentoring program will not be able to meet in person starting Monday 10/12 until the Madison County Covid risk dial moves back into yellow.
Norfolk Catholic wins set four 25-15 to win the match.
Bravettes drop set three 25-19
Bravettes win set set two 25-19 and the match is tied 1-1
Bravettes drop set one to Norfolk Catholic 27-25
The Brave and Bravette runners competed hard at the Mid-State Conference meet, medaling one runner in each race.
Afftynn Stusse finished 14th while Hunter Oestreich finished 15th in their respective races.
BCHS volleyball games vs Norfolk Catholic are being streamed live on Battle Creek Public Schools Youtube channel tonight. Check it out!
Friday night football will be streamed by the Northeast Communtiy College broadcasting team. Here is the link: http://www.team1sports.com/northeastcc
New activity attendance requirements, effective immediately!
Please adhere to these updated requirements to keep our students, parents, and fans safe. We want to keep our teams participating!!
Black Tie day in HS choir! 💃🏻
Brave and Bravette runners are in action today at the Mid State Conference cross country meet. Come support the Battle Creek runners at the Albion Country Club for today's races!
The risk dial has moved Madison County to Orange. BCPS will still be on regular schedule as we have been all school year. We look forward to seeing all the students tomorrow! Remember to mask up!! Look for an activity attendance plan update tomorrow morning. #bcpride
This week the girls golf team qualified for the state tournament. Orders are due by noon on Thursday (tomorrow) if you would like to make a purchase. The order forms were emailed out and you can get them in the High School or Elementary office.
Congratulations to Battle Creek's September Students of the Month.
Bravettes Volleyball Battle back and win set five over West Point 15–6. Great win Bravettes!
Bravettes up 13-5 in set five with West Point
Bravettes win set four 25-21 over West Point. Set five next.
Bravette golf punched their ticket to the Class C state tournament next week at Columbus. The ladies earned runner-up honors on Monday with Megan Lutt finishing 2nd place individually. It was a great team effort. It was a great day to be a Bravette Golfer!
Bravettes volleyball are currently down 2 sets to 1 with West Point high school. Set 4 next
Battle Creek Jr. High football results tonight vs BRLD: 7th grade wins 14-0 and 8th grade wins 30-6. Great work!
JH band rehearsing as the pit for the high school band on Friday night at the homecoming halftime show. Go Braves!
Battle Creek FFA Chapter 2020 begins today in Pierce County. Land surveying begins at 1:45. Good Luck!
7th grade boys getting in the spirit for Halloween Costume Day for Homecoming Week!
Set 3 of a great JV Volleyball game streaming live here:
Check out BC vs LHNE JV Volleyball Set 3 livestreaming now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnKDJ6btEfs
Check out Reserve VB vs LHNE livestreaming now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAslTOKXDpA
Pink out tshirts are here and can be picked up in Mrs. Colvey's classroom at the high school. Please contact Mrs. Colvey if you have any questions or need your order dropped off at the elementary school.
6-3 Braves. Final.
Mink FG is good!! Braves lead by 3 with 1:04 to go. Cardinals will receive kickoff.
All tied at 3 with 7:13 to go.
End of 3. Still 3-0 Braves.
Halftime. Braves 3 Cardinals 0
End of Q1. Braves lead 3-0
Braves lead 3-0 after a Mink FG. 5:52 Q1
Reminder to bring your mask to tonight’s FB game in Albion. Thanks!
The Battle Creek Bravette runners competed well at our home invite yesterday! With a short team, all three runners medaled in the top 15, competing hard with the competition there. Medal places for the girls were:
Lindsey: 5th
Madeline: 14th
Sophie: 15th
The High School Brave runners were back to full strength for the BC Invite yesterday, placing 3rd as a team. All runners competed well, with many PR's ran. Results were:
Hunter O: 7th
Kolton: 21st
Hunter K: 25th
Marshall: 29th
Dane: 33rd
The Junior High Braves finished up their regular season yesterday at our home meet. Congratulations to Jameson Bishop and Jaxon Kilmurry for qualifying for the JH XC State Championship! Results for the boys:
Jaxon: 3rd
Jameson: 7th
Nathanael: 17th
Zion: 22nd
Isaiah: 32nd
Great finish on the season boys!
Heading out to pick up a special delivery from our friends at UNL! #STEM
2020 Mid State Conference Champions! Congratulations Bravette Golf on your title. The ladies played well in tough weather conditions lead by Megan Lutt 2nd place, Joslyn Hrabanek 3rd place, and Raina Lade 8th place. It was a GREAT DAY to be a BRAVETTE GOLFER!
Megan Lutt shoots a career low 84 good enough for 2nd place at the Mid State Conference Golf Tournament. Megan lead the team to the back-to-back Mid State Conference Titles. Great Work Megan!
Bravettes win set one 25-17 over Boone Central.
BC vs Boone Central volleyball coming up next.
Check it out. Livestreaming now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kl8dRVL4CE8
Bravettes win set two 25-21 and win match 2-0 over EPPJ.
The Bravettes win set one 25-19 over EPPJ.
Check out the 5:30 BC/EPPJ Volleyball Game livestreaming now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iD5IktDyw9s
Thank you to senior Lexi Campbell for coming in and teaching 8th grade music line dancing for our country western music unit!
It's GameDay!! Come out and support your Bravette volleyball team tonight after you are done supporting your Bravette golfers and the BC Cross Country teams!!
Next Week's Homecoming Events
Congratulations to the Battle Creek High School homecoming candidates.
Battle Creek 7-12 Parents - Thank you for your participation in Parent Teacher Conferences this week - 80% of our students were represented.
Battle Creek will host its home JH and HS Invite today at Evergreen Hill Golf Course. The meet will get underway at 5:00 this evening. Come out and show your BC Pride and support the Brave and Bravette runners!
Tomorrow, seniors Megan and Emma will lead the Bravette Golf Team at Evergreen Golf Course in the 2020 Mid State Conference Golf Tournament, Tee TIme is 10:00. Come support the Bravettes!
Results from Tuesday night triangular at Fair Play Golf Course. Bravettes defeat Pierce and Elkhorn Valley with a team score of 205. Raina Lade was the medalist with a 49. Bravettes host Mid State Conference at Evergreen, Thursday.
Look at the awesome Class of 2021 completing college applications.
#Apply2CollegeNE #bcbraves
Post Prom is selling necklaces, tattoos, and bracelets for Spirit/Homecoming week. These items are for sale at the Elementary and High School through October 8th!! See the attachment for prices.
COVID Information has been updated on the BCPS News Feed.
Tonight is the final night for Parent-Teacher Conferences at Battle Creek Public Schools from 4:00-6:30. We have a goal of having 85% of our students represented by their parents. #PTC=studentsuccess
Friday night football protocol for the game in Albion.
ELVPHD Risk Dial Update: For week ended 9/28/20 Madison County Risk Dial = 1.69 YELLOW. Continue washing/sanitizing hands, keeping safe social distance, & masking up when you can't social distance.
Bravettes fall fo Cedar Catholic in 4 sets tonight.
Battle Creek Jr High Football wins 7th grade game 12-0 and win 8th grade 14-0 vs Norfolk Catholic. Great win boys.
JH band learning new percussion instruments!
The final day for Battle Creek 7-12 Parent Teachers Conference will be Wednesday night from 4:00-6:30 at the High School. Currently we are at 62% parent attendance following Monday night. If we reach 85% students will get ice-cream bars Thursday. #Parentsrule #kidslikeicecream
Information for tonight’s VB game.
Seniors and senior parents: reminder that graduation orders are due Wednesday.
Bravette volleyball goes 1-2 at the Elkhorn Valley tournament today, with losses to West Point-Beemer and Archbishop Bergan. We finished the day with a victory over EV. Not our best day but we’ll be better because of it. #care
Bravette golfers finished 2nd today at the Laurel-CC Invite today. Megan Lutt was 3rd and Joslyn Hrabanek earned 8th. It was a great day to be a Bravette golfer! Photos of Molly and Raina in action.
The Junior High Brave cross country runners had an awesome day competing at the Ord invite. Jaxson Kilmurry secured the individual champion spot with a 7:29, beating the field by over 20 seconds.
Team: 3rd
Jaxon- 1
Jameson- 17
Nathanael- 28
Zion- 36
Isaiah- 53
The High School Brave runners ran hard as a team today, down a runner. Hunter Oestreich was the lone medalist, taking home the fifth place medal.
Team: DNP
Hunter O- 5
Kolton- 25
Hunter K- 31
Marshall- 45
The Bravette cross country runners competed hard today against tough competition at the Ord Invite, medaling 2 in the top 15.
Team Place- 3rd
Afftynn- 11
Lindsey- 14
Maggie- 24
Sophie- 31
Maddie- 38
Final chance to support the HOPE FUND! Get your Tshirts here:
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-vs-wayne-pink-out/
Orders due Monday, Sept 28 @ 10AM
Parent-Teacher Conferences are Monday, September 28th from 3:30-8 PM and Wednesday, September 30th from 4:00-6:30 PM for the Jr.-Sr. High School. There is a 1:30 dismissal both days and No School for PK-6th on Sept. 28th. No buses will run on Monday, September 28th.
Battle Creek Public Schools would like to thank Megan Eckert and RealLiving Real Estate of Norfolk for their partnership with Battle Creek's Work-Based learning. Thank you for providing real work experiences for our student.
The Brave and Bravette runners will be in action today at the Ord Invite
Congrats to the Bravette golf team today. The team has persevered through some unique times and come out as Wayne Meeter Invite Champs today. I'm very proud to be called their coach and thank Coach Thompson for helping out! It was a great day to be a Bravette Golfer!
Bravette volleyball improves to 14-1 on the season with victories over Wisner-Pilger and Crofton tonight. 🏐💜
Congratulations to the girls golf team for winning the tournament at Wayne today.
Updated JH VB Schedule for Saturday's BC tournament.
Link to Live Feed of tonight's varsity volleyball games in Crofton. BC will play around 6:15 against Wisner-Pilger and 7:30 against Crofton.
http://tinyurl.com/croftonhsgym
Battle Creek FFA received a $25,000 gift from Battle Creek Farmers Pride today. We are very thankful for their support of our new program and their strong partnership with our school! 🤜🏼🤛🏼
ELVPHD Risk Dial Update: Madison County Risk Dial for week ended 9/21/20 = 1.69 YELLOW. Keep washing those hands, maintaining social distance, & masking up when you can't.
Students were experimenting with what kind and how much soap makes the best bubbles.
Battle Creek JV Football with the win tonight against Pierce 8-7
Flu shots will be offered during parent teacher conferences by ELVPHD. They will be set up at the high school gym on 9/28/20 from 3:30-8:00 and the elementary lunch room on 9/30/20 from 4:00-6:30. Please bring a copy of your insurance card. Remember to social distance.
Pink Out Tshirt orders are due Monday, September 28 @ 10AM
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-vs-wayne-pink-out/
On Monday, Sept. 14, the Bravettes placed 2nd at the BC Invite shooting a 417. Megan Lutt earned 2nd place with a career low 87. Joslyn Hrabanek was 12th and Raina Lade earned her first varsity medal finishing 14th.
Bravette Golf results from the September 3 West Holt Inviatational: Megan Lutt - 3rd; Emma Wilkinson - 7th; Joslyn Hrabanek - 9th. Team placed 3rd with a 427 in a tough field.
Preview for our next STEM Friday section 😬
Bravettes win set two 25-20 and win the match 2-0 over Clarkson/Leigh. Stanton Invite Champions.
Bravettes up 14-7 in set two of the Stanton invite Championship.
Bravettes lead set two 7-3
Bravettes shows some great grit and come back and win set one 25-21.
Bravettes fight back and lead set one 18-13.
Bravettes battling back after a quick start by Clarkson/Leigh. 5-11 set one.
Bravettes will play Clarkson/Leigh in the finals.
Where else can you get this hands on work experience? At Friday’s work based learning at Battle Creek High School. Thank you @Jenniferweinand and Mid-West OBGYN for making this learning opportunity possible.
Ace serve by Pochop for the win over a tough Ponca team 25-16
Bravettes 18-11 set three.
Bravettes up 10-5 in set three.
Bravettes wins set two 25-19.
Bravettes 20-12 in set two.
Bravettes 13-8 in set two.
Bravettes up 10-3 in set two.
Bravettes drop set one to Ponca 23-25
Bravettes semifinals opponent is Ponca. Bravettes 11-10 in set one.
Bravettes in action today at Stanton Invite. They win first match 2-0 over Twin River.
27-20 BC with 3:30 to go after a Scotus TD.
Braves lead 27-13 with 9:13 to go after a nice drive that resulted in a Bode TD run.
Brauer and Bode combine for 91 yds on the 3Q opening drive. Boys up front and on the edge are doing work. 21-13 BC.
All smiles under that mask 😷 Kyra is going to be a professional on the wheel!
Braves lead 14-13 at the half. Should receive 2nd half kick
14-10 BC with 4:37 to go Q2
Bode with another TD. 14-3 BC with 8:17 to go in 1st half.
Braves hold Scotus on opening drive, take over on their own 16, and Bode and Company take it 86 yards on the first play of the drive. Mink XP good. 7-0 BC.
Battle Creek senior getting some hands on experience thanks to King Steel of Norfolk. Thank you @jonschnenel for supporting Battle Creek’s work-based learning.
Great day for a TeamMates of Battle Creek mentor/mentee walk. Thank you @kklingenfelter for sharing your time as a teammates mentor.
The online store for Battle Creek FFA is closing on Monday Sept. 21st @10am
https://nebraskascreenprinting.com/product-category/team-apparel/battle-creek/battle-creek-ffa/
8th Graders "celebrating" their knowledge of The Diary of Anne Frank today...working hard...I sure love their efforts today and always!!
Friday's FB game against Columbus Scotus will be 97.5 and kexl.com Pregame coverage begins at 6:40 pm
ELVPHD Madison County Risk Dial for week ended 9.14.20 = 1.88 YELLOW.
The Battle Creek Jr High football team kickoff the season today at Boone Central. The 7th grade lost 22-28 in OT and the 8th grade wins 40-0. Great start for both teams.
Bravettes win!!!! 15-6
Set 4 goes to the Bravettes!! 25-16.
Set 3 goes to Pierce 27-25
Pierce takes set 2 25-17.
Bravettes take set 1 over Pierce 25-18
Friendly reminder that our school collects box tops! Doing grocery pick up? You can still earn money for our school by forwarding your receipt!
