Tri County Public Schools
Small School PRIDE Cultivating BIG Opportunities
It was a beautiful day for a college visit! Our juniors had the opportunity to visit Creighton University today. It was a great chance to explore campus, learn more about college life, and start thinking about their next steps after high school!
Check out the fun week planned for elementary students next week, as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week! Our elementary student council has been hard at work planning our theme and dress days as students learn about making healthy choices for their minds and bodies. Click on the link below for more information and details for each day.
https://tricountypsne.sites.thrillshare.com/article/3201262
https://tricountypsne.sites.thrillshare.com/article/3201262
Case Closed! For the past three weeks, our 5th graders have been working hard to crack the case during library! Today, Lane was the first detective to solve the mystery of the Grumpy Ghost!
The students had a BLAST analyzing clues, questioning suspects, making inferences, using deductive reasoning, strengthening reading comprehension, and piecing together evidence to solve the crime.
Don't tell them they were also practicing some pretty important language arts skills!
Great detective work, 5th graders!
The students had a BLAST analyzing clues, questioning suspects, making inferences, using deductive reasoning, strengthening reading comprehension, and piecing together evidence to solve the crime.
Don't tell them they were also practicing some pretty important language arts skills!
Great detective work, 5th graders!
Big things are growing at Tri County! As we expand our preschool program, we're looking for a Preschool/Early Childhood Teacher to help even more of our youngest learners build a strong foundation for success. Click on the link below for more information and details on how to apply.
https://www.nebraskaeducationjobs.ne.gov/jobs/tri-county-public-schools/preschool-early-childhood-teacher-2027-2028/
Students in Mr. Hennerberg's physics class “pushed and pulled” their way through hands-on activities reviewing Newton’s Laws of Motion! They’ll continue exploring force vectors and friction in the coming weeks.
Congratulations to Henry Holtmeier who auditioned and was selected to represent Tri County at the NMEA All State Choir in November! Henry will join approximately 400 students for the 3 day event with a final concert at the Lied Center! 🎵
Thanks to the generosity of the Tri County PTO, several Tri County elementary students enjoyed a field trip to the Lincoln Children’s Zoo on October 7th to participate in the Sensory Safari and visit the Bee Me Sensory Gym!
During Sensory Safari, students explored the natural world using all their senses. They examined animal skulls, pelts, and furs; listened to bird calls and other nature sounds; and experienced different scents at the smell stations. Students also had opportunities to interact with live reptiles and learned about Nebraska’s native plants and animals. With the help of volunteers and nature experts, students enjoyed a hands-on learning experience. One of the highlights of the visit was riding the zoo train!
After exploring the zoo, students visited Bee Me Sensory Gym, where they enjoyed sensory-rich play, movement, and relaxation activities in a welcoming environment. Students were able to explore at their own pace and enjoy activities that matched their interests and needs.
A special thank-you to the Tri County PTO for making this memorable learning experience possible! These opportunities allow students to explore, learn, and grow through hands-on experiences beyond the classroom.
Check out these amazing creations the Second Graders have built during their daily STEM bin time!
Congratulations to Spencer Morrissey who was selected to represent Tri County at the Middle Level All State Choir! The event will take place in November with a final concert at the Lied Center! 🎵
✏️📚 Celebrating Our First Grade Authors! 📚✏️
Last week, our first graders celebrated the completion of their first writing unit with our very first Writing Celebration! 🎉
What better way to celebrate the amazing authors we are becoming than by sharing our writing with surprise guest listeners?! Our students had the special opportunity to read their work to Mr. Gronemeyer and Mr. Rottinghaus! We loved seeing our young writers proudly share their stories and celebrate all they have learned . 💛
We are so proud of the hard work, creativity, and growth these students have already shown! We can’t wait to watch their writing skills develop and their love for writing continue to grow throughout the year. 📝✨
Last week, our first graders celebrated the completion of their first writing unit with our very first Writing Celebration! 🎉
What better way to celebrate the amazing authors we are becoming than by sharing our writing with surprise guest listeners?! Our students had the special opportunity to read their work to Mr. Gronemeyer and Mr. Rottinghaus! We loved seeing our young writers proudly share their stories and celebrate all they have learned . 💛
We are so proud of the hard work, creativity, and growth these students have already shown! We can’t wait to watch their writing skills develop and their love for writing continue to grow throughout the year. 📝✨
Learning across generations! Mrs. Sand’s Spanish II students teamed up with Mrs. Katz’s 2nd grade library students to explore the traditions of Día de los Muertos through stories, videos, and colorful papel picado crafts.
These meaningful moments build connections, celebrate culture, and remind us what makes learning together so special!
👉 Read more about this special learning experience here: https://www.tricountyschools.org/article/3197994
These meaningful moments build connections, celebrate culture, and remind us what makes learning together so special!
👉 Read more about this special learning experience here: https://www.tricountyschools.org/article/3197994
Here's what's happening at Tri County this week!
Please note: Dates and times are always subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check the Bound calendar.
Please note: Dates and times are always subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, be sure to check the Bound calendar.
The Trojans picked up another big road win with a 42-12 win Friday night at Falls City!
The offense was led by Trevor Kapke, who went 8-for-13 passing for 129 yards and 3 touchdowns while adding 94 rushing yards and another touchdown on the ground. Garrett Smidt added 98 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Owen Lewandowski hauled in 4 catches for 97 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Defensively, Owen Lewandowski led the way with 10 tackles and an interception. The Trojan defense turned in a dominant performance, forcing 4 turnovers, recording 7 sacks, and making 10 tackles for loss!
The Trojans have a big home game to finish the season as they take on Thayer Central for Senior Night this coming Friday at Trojan Field @ 7:00 PM
Friday was a great team effort on both sides of the ball! Go Trojans!
The offense was led by Trevor Kapke, who went 8-for-13 passing for 129 yards and 3 touchdowns while adding 94 rushing yards and another touchdown on the ground. Garrett Smidt added 98 rushing yards and a touchdown, while Owen Lewandowski hauled in 4 catches for 97 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Defensively, Owen Lewandowski led the way with 10 tackles and an interception. The Trojan defense turned in a dominant performance, forcing 4 turnovers, recording 7 sacks, and making 10 tackles for loss!
The Trojans have a big home game to finish the season as they take on Thayer Central for Senior Night this coming Friday at Trojan Field @ 7:00 PM
Friday was a great team effort on both sides of the ball! Go Trojans!
Get your State Cross Country Shirts. Orders due Sunday night!
https://tri-county-state-xc.vercel.app/
https://tri-county-state-xc.vercel.app/
Thank you Mr. Clark for stopping by our 8th grade computers class on our last day before we switch exploratory classes. We just published our video games that we designed and created and we loved trying to see if Mr. Clark could beat them!
Congratulations to the boys cross country team for earning the title of district runners up at the D3 District meet. The boys ran incredibly well in a very close team race against the defending state champions, Doniphan Trumbull, finishing only 4 points behind them.
Sammy Holsing led the pack by placing second. Dawson Siems came in seventh, Devon Rasmussen finished ninth, Zane Brandt took 11th, and Riley Schardt placed 14th. We were proud to be the only boys team at the meet to have five runners place in the top 15.
On the girls side, Stella Morrissey and Emma Loxtercamp officially qualified for the state meet next week. Stella placed eighth and Emma placed 13th. The entire girls team fought hard and just missed qualifying for State by a narrow margin of five points.
This district was easily the toughest district in Class D for both sides, featuring four ranked teams on the boys side and four ranked teams on the girls side.
Another huge congratulations to Stella Morrissey, Graysha Brandt, and Riley Schardt for running personal records today. This was an especially impressive accomplishment given the tough course conditions.
We are looking forward to an exciting week ahead at the State Cross Country meet in Kearney next Friday. We want to have as many people as possible come out to support our athletes.
Congratulations to Senior Macey Gronemeyer for being selected as Ol' Red 99.5 Student of the week!
BLOOD DRIVE - DONORS NEEDED!
Tri County National Honor Society will be hosting a Blood Drive on Monday, October 19th, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM in the High School Gym.
We are still looking for a few Power Red donors, and we also have a couple of whole blood donation slots available!
Click the link below to sign up for a donation slot.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=TriCountyPlymouthNE
Tri County National Honor Society will be hosting a Blood Drive on Monday, October 19th, from 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM in the High School Gym.
We are still looking for a few Power Red donors, and we also have a couple of whole blood donation slots available!
Click the link below to sign up for a donation slot.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=TriCountyPlymouthNE
🌈 A COLORFUL SUCCESS… NOW WE NEED YOU! 💙💛
The chalk has settled, and the numbers are in! Our Tri County TeamMates Color Run was a huge success, raising $5,188.82 to support our local TeamMates Mentoring Program!
Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, helped organize the event, or supported our runners. It was a wonderful day filled with color, laughter, and community spirit. We couldn't have done it without you!
NOW, WE HAVE A GREAT PROBLEM… AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Interest in our TeamMates program continues to grow! After receiving 13 new applications from our third graders, we now have 29 students waiting for a mentor.
That's 29 students hoping for someone who will show up, listen, encourage them, and believe in their potential.
Could that someone be YOU?
Being a TeamMates mentor doesn't require special skills or experience. It simply takes a caring adult willing to spend time with a student, typically one hour a week during the school day.
Our Color Run showed just how much our community supports TeamMates. Now we're asking you to take that support one step further.
Help us turn 29 students waiting into 29 students matched with mentors!
Application link: https://teammates.org/be-a-mentor/apply/ or email Erica Barela directly erica@prairiewellnesscollective.com
The chalk has settled, and the numbers are in! Our Tri County TeamMates Color Run was a huge success, raising $5,188.82 to support our local TeamMates Mentoring Program!
Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, helped organize the event, or supported our runners. It was a wonderful day filled with color, laughter, and community spirit. We couldn't have done it without you!
NOW, WE HAVE A GREAT PROBLEM… AND WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Interest in our TeamMates program continues to grow! After receiving 13 new applications from our third graders, we now have 29 students waiting for a mentor.
That's 29 students hoping for someone who will show up, listen, encourage them, and believe in their potential.
Could that someone be YOU?
Being a TeamMates mentor doesn't require special skills or experience. It simply takes a caring adult willing to spend time with a student, typically one hour a week during the school day.
Our Color Run showed just how much our community supports TeamMates. Now we're asking you to take that support one step further.
Help us turn 29 students waiting into 29 students matched with mentors!
Application link: https://teammates.org/be-a-mentor/apply/ or email Erica Barela directly erica@prairiewellnesscollective.com
FFA fundraising is here! FFA members have started to sell fruit, meat&cheese, cookie dough, candy, and more!! Sales are due November 6. Talk to any FFA member or officer if interested, and reach out to Mr. Bruce with any questions!🍎🍪🍊🍫
