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Attendance Matters: Connected, Present, Engaged, Supported

The mission of the Nebraska Department of Education is to lead and support the preparation of all Nebraskans for learning, earning, and living. As Nebraska schools navigate the complicated transition into the fall, students must be connected, present, engaged, and supported across all learning modalities. Attendance was critical before COVID-19. Now attendance and access look different. The purpose of this document is to outline helpful resources and considerations for parents, families, and providers.

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Images and Highlights From the 2020 Softball Regular Season

Fairbury Jeff softball took on the Wilber-Clatonia Wolverines at home on Thursday, Oct. 1 for the program’s last regular season game, pulling away with a 9-0 win. The competition comes before subdistrict play at home on Monday, Oct. 5 in a pool with Centennial, Highway 91 and Pierce. The victor of these four teams will go on to play in a best-of-three district final this Friday.

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Be a Flu Fighter!

Public Health Solutions would like to encourage everyone to help become a Flu Fighter.   When more people get the flu shot, many less people will become sick with the flu and so there will be less people spreading influenza to others.    This is especially important if you are around babies or the elderly.  Most healthy school age children may not experience complications to flu, but could risk exposing an elderly grandparent or baby brother/sister to the virus.   The elderly and infants under 6 months of age are at a greater risk to have serious complications.

We do plan on following the State’s procedure of only having injectable vaccine.    This means no flu mist will be available.   Please be certain to talk to your child so they are aware that they will be getting the shot again this year.

Public Health Solutions District Health Department will again be offering flu immunization clinics for students at your school.    Prior to the start of clinics, students will bring home consent forms and fact sheets explaining the importance of getting the flu immunization.  As parents or guardians, you are encouraged to read the information carefully, complete and sign the consent form and send it back to school with your student.

One lucky student will be a double winner!   Not only will they have received protection against the flu by getting a flu shot they will also be entered into a drawing.    Public Health Solutions will enter all students who return a completed permission form AND get the flu shot the day of the school clinic into a drawing for a $25.00 gift card.     One lucky name from each school district will be drawn at the end of the school clinic day.

Public Health Solutions District Health Department will be at your school on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.  For more information, contact your school health office, or Public Health Solutions at 402-826-3880.

Three Actions to Fight Flu this Flu Season.
Flu is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. You have the power to protect yourself and your family this season with these three actions to fight flu.

  1. Get a flu vaccine. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine by the end of October, if possible. A yearly flu vaccine is the first and most important step in protecting against the flu. The Annual SKIP Flu Clinic is scheduled for Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at your school.
  2. Take everyday actions to stop the spread of germs. Try to avoid close contact with sick people, and if you become sick, limit your contact with others. When possible, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, and wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
  3. Take flu antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them. If you get the flu, prescription medicine called antiviral drugs can be used to treat flu illness. Antiviral drugs can make illness milder and shorten the time you are sick. They may also prevent serious flu complications  Learn more about how you can fight flu this season.
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Preschoolers Learn About The Body and the 5 Senses

Preschoolers have been learning about themselves for the last 4 weeks.  Our focus included body parts and the five sense.  This is their favorite activity to practice body parts.  Meet Mat Man!!  They sing along and build him, one part at a time, making learning about body parts and five senses so much fun.

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Covid-19 Can’t Stop Homecoming

 by  30 Sep 2020

With everything Covid related students and community members were unsure of whether the 2020 homecoming parade would be able to take place this year. Although the parade looked a little bit different, the town of Fairbury was able to make it happen.

This years Homecoming parade was held on Friday, September 25, in downtown Fairbury. The theme for this year was “Out of this World”. Children and adults lined the streets of the square to watch the floats drive by. Because of restrictions from covid, candy was not allowed to be thrown out to children that watched the parade. Instead, those riding the floats waved at community members who came to watch.

There were a total of 26 floats that participated in the parade this year. Some floats that participated in the Homecoming parade included local businesses, sports teams, and organizations. The Fairbury softball parents won the prestigious award for best float. The float captured the “Out of this World” theme to its entirety. Parents dressed as aliens, and Coach Ryan Evans was a NASA Astronaut.

This years 2020 class representatives and Homecoming candidates also made an appearance at the parade. Class representatives included Lily Davis ’24 and Riley Arner ’24, Cora Tatro ’23 and Connor Gerths ’23, Anna York ’22 and Zane Grizzle. Homecoming candidates were the very last to ride through the parade. As usual, the candidates rode in topless jeeps and waved to those who watched as they made their way around the square in anticipation for the coronation. Homecoming candidates consisted of Seniors Mallonee Biehl, Maggie Layton, Brynn Novotny, Ellie Ohlde, Keely Schramm, Joshua Robertson, Payton Firmanik, Dylan Starr, Riley Wood, and Lane Zabokrtsky.

After the parade, class representatives and Homecoming candidates were introduced and they made their way to the steps of the court house. It was announced that this year’s Homecoming King was Joshua Robertson and Homecoming Queen was Ellie Ohlde. Last year’s Homecoming King and Queen Bret Cole ’20 and Kennedy DeBoer ’20 attended the coronation to crown the King and Queen.

“My favorite part during the parade was seeing all the little kids that went to daycare waving and talking to me,” Homecoming Queen Ellie Ohlde ’21 said. “I was surprised and honored that my school wanted me to be homecoming queen.”

Following the Coronation and parade was the Homecoming football game against Falls City and the Homecoming dance held at the Fairbury Elks Lodge.

Link to the original article in the FHS Blazer

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Second Step Guidance Lessons Bring Students Together

Students have been working on re-entering the classroom  environment after the extended Covid-19 Closure through “Second Step” Guidance lessons each Monday.  On this particular day, the lesson was entitled “Let’s Talk”.  Students were given 3 sticky notes and were instructed to write down the following:

“I’m Excited About…

“I’m Worried About…
“I’m Wondering…
Students then took turns putting their sticky notes under the correct category.  Through this activity – students were able to see that they were excited and worried about a lot of the same things and that they had a lot of the same questions.  Students were reminded that the new rules and routines were meant to keep them safe and healthy and that they could always talk to a trusted adult about any of their concerns.
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NHS elects officers in first meeting

 by  21 Sep 2020

National Honor Society elected this year’s officers and previewed some upcoming dates in its first meeting on Thursday, Sep. 17.

This was the first meeting since the unofficial “kidnapping” induction of new members back in March. A new date for the formal induction has yet to be announced. NHS advisor Mrs. Julie Petersen used this gathering to welcome new members and provide an overview of the organization’s values and involvement.

“I am looking forward to giving back to the community through the volunteer opportunities that are given to me by the club.” Alex Buxton ’22 said.

One of the first orders of business was the election of officers. President Brynn Novotny, elected as President-Elect last year as a junior, will serve alongside Buxton (Vice President/President-Elect, Point Chart Recorder), Lindsey Korthals ’21 (Secretary) and Keely Schramm ’21 (Reporter). Some of these individuals have already begun brainstorming ideas for their new roles.

“Right now, we have a Twitter page. However, I’d like to start an Instagram account for [NHS] because I find people use it more often,” Schramm said. “I’m excited to be a part of the NHS officer team. I decided to become the Reporter to strengthen my leadership skills and learn to balance responsibilities.”

NHS will have several opportunities to continue its work in the school and community, including its partnership with Nebraska Community Blood Bank to hold blood drives at Fairbury High School and the conduction of the Veterans Day convocation.

National Honor Society President Brynn Novotny ’21 presides over the meeting by reading through the agenda. Some topics addressed in the meeting included officer elections, important dates and a review of the four pillars: Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Character. Photo by Lindsey Korthals

Link to original article on the FHS XRay

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Junior High and Their Microscope Education Adventures

by Trenton Ruhnke

To further advance their learning to the next level, Doctor Emily Winter’s Junior High Life Science class is learning how to use microscopes.
First starting this learning experience on September 1st the clase continues to use the microscopes that Dr. Winter has.
“I love microscopes,” Dr. Winter said. “I get really happy when the students get excited to use the microscopes.”
Students have been viewing many items under the microscope ranging from a sunflower seed to even part of a human brain, but the main part of the viewing is related to the viewing of cells.
“My favorite thing that I viewed under a microscope was a piece of a cat that Dr. Winter’s husband was working on,” Jamison Runge ‘26 said.
Starting next week, Dr. Winter’s JH Life Science class will be continuing the use of the microscopes to view and learn about water bears underneath the microscope.
“I think that learning to use a microscope is an important skill,” Dr. Winter said. “I want my students to be confident in a lab if they have to use a microscope.”

Link to the original article on the FHS XRay

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Play Auditions

by  15 Sep 2020 0 Comments

Play auditions for WCKY were held in the Burkley Fine Arts Center on Tuesday, September 8 at 7:00pm.
The cast that was picked are grateful for their roles in this year’s play.
“I am extremely happy with the part I got. I didn’t know much about the play but the role I got suits me well.” Addison Parrack ‘21 said.
Even though they enjoy the role they received, some of them did not think they were going to receive one.
“I was not confident about my audition. I feel like I did really well but I did not think I got a part.” Lyza Call ‘23 said.
The cast had many reasons for auditioning for WCKY.
“I guess I just wanted to give it a try because I’m interested in acting and I thought it would be fun.” Trenton Ruhnke ‘23 said.
WCKY is a comedic murder mystery that takes place at a radio station. The cast and directors enjoy many different parts of this play.“My favorite part of this show would be no matter what is happening on stage while the actual “radio show” is happening, both seem to fit together so well. The timing of this play is, in itself, a work of art.” Ryan Dusso, director of this year’s play, said.

Link to original article on the FHS XRay

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