4th-grade students are currently in their Geology Unit of Study. This week one of the activities they are doing is building an Edible Aquifer. They learned about confined layers, contamination, and how aquifers recharge. They also learned about the conservation efforts that Nebraska makes to keep the groundwater clean and around for generations to come. They then were able to enjoy their Edible Aquifer!!

The Nebraska State Association of Secondary School Principals has selected Sean Molloy as the 2022 Outstanding New Principal of the Year. This award is presented annually to a Principal who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in their school, region, and at the state level. The winner will have
demonstrated their enthusiasm for the Principalship by support from students, parents, teachers and peers.

Mr. Molloy has been in education since 2012 and started in an elementary classroom at Kahoa Elementary in Lincoln Public Schools. He was also an instructional coach at Clinton Elementary in LPS. In 2019, Mr. Molloy became the Principal at Jefferson Intermediate in Fairbury and in 2021 he became the SecondaryPrincipal at Fairbury High School. Mr. Molloy has been a member of  the Nebraska Council of School Administrators (NCSA) for four years and belonged to the Nebraska State Association of Secondary School Principals (NSASSP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) each for two years.

Stephen Grizzle, Superintendent at Fairbury Public Schools, praised Mr. Sean Molloy by saying, “ He combines many great qualities together, such as enthusiastic creativity, empathy for the students, staff, and patrons of the district, effective personnel management through mentoring and accountability, the desire to stay abreast of best-practice pedagogy, and all with an infectious passion for work. He maintains his focus on our student’s academic progress and eliminates barriers to their success.

During my time with Mr. Molloy, I have watched him grow as an administrator and educator and marvel at what our students and staff are able to accomplish through his leadership.”

Fairbury High School Math Teacher Julie Petersen commented, “All of the little things quickly add up, but the greatest influence has been his presence. Students and staff witness him not only supervising commons areas, but he is also frequently in the classrooms. He comes in to observe a lesson, check in with students, and leave a note of encouragement for the teacher. Furthermore, Mr. Molloy has created a healthy relationship with students by designing a type of respect balanced with admiration.”

Eliana Livingston a Fairbury High School student states, “I can say without a doubt that Mr. Molloy is one of a kind, an inspiration, and one of my biggest role models. He puts his all into every aspect of his job- and it shows. Students respect him because he is personable and fair. He has earned respect and adoration from the student body by supporting us in everything we do.”

Mr. Sean Molloy received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 2011, and also earned a Master of Education in Educational Administration from The University of Nebraska at Lincoln in 2015. He also received his Education Specialist Degree from Doane University in 2021. In 2022, he was named the NSASSP Region I New Principal of the Year and also serves as the Region I Treasurer.

Congratulations to Sean Molloy for his outstanding performance as a Secondary School Principal at Fairbury Public Schools. NSASSP appreciates the contributions to the profession and is proud to name Sean Molloy of Fairbury Public School the 2022 New Principal of the Year!

Each week, Fairbury Public Schools wants to dedicate some time to celebrate seniors. These will be shared as they are submitted by the graduating class. Our thirteenth Senior Spotlight is James Olds. Congratulations James!

Blue Valley Community Action Immunization Clinics will be in Fairbury on December 13 from 10-noon. Call 826-2141 to schedule an appointment. The Spanish line is 641-2141.

Each week, Fairbury Public Schools wants to dedicate some time to celebrate seniors. These will be shared as they are submitted by the graduating class. Our twelfth Senior Spotlight is Beckett Chappell. Congratulations Beckett!