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The Badger Update: October 10, 2025

Posted Date: 10/10/25 (3:20 PM)

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The Badger Update

District Parent Communication Newsletter

October 10, 2025

Mark Your Calendar

Monday, October 13th
  • Board of Education Meeting, 6pm
  • High School Parent Teacher Conferences, 4-8pm
Tuesday, October 14th
  • Elementary & Middle School Parent Teacher Conferences, 4-8pm
Wednesday, October 15th
  • Elementary, Middle School, & High School Parent Teacher Conferences, 4-8pm
Thursday, October 16th
  • No School - Staff Inservice
Friday, October 17th
  • No School
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View the 2025-26 School Calendar
School Times, Elementary: 8:05am - 3:07pm, Middle School: 8:00am - 3:10pm, High School: 8:10am - 3:17pm

Board of Education Update

Next Regular Board of Education Meeting

The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on October 13, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., at the District Office. All meetings are open to the public. Regular meetings are streamed live through YouTube and viewable on the District website. Special meetings, where there are action items on the agenda, will also be streamed live. Agendas for Board of Education meetings are posted on the district website the Friday before each meeting. Click here to view agendas and minutes.
 

Shine Your Light Award

Recognize a BPS Staff Member

Bennington Public Schools would like to recognize staff members throughout the year. Do you know a staff member that shines their light? Are they going above and beyond? Have they done something to help someone make their day better? Nominate them using the short form linked below.

Check out the list of staff members that have been recognized!
Congratulations to the staff members below that have been recognized by a colleague, parent, or student since the last newsletter.
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Landon Barada, Katie Brandt, Alyssa Callaghan, Kari College, Ashely Dabelstein, Daisha DeLancey, Chris Denker, Taylor Giroux, Emily Kiger, Megan Kruse, Anna Lukehart, Tatum Lundgren, Lynne Lurvey, Stephanie O'Callaghan, Janna Pohlmann, Jake Townsend, Jen West, and Dean Wood
Shine Your Light Nomination Form
 

ParentSquare Tips

Managing Your Notifications

Did you know you can customize how and when you receive messages through ParentSquare?

Once logged into your ParentSquare account, click your name in the top right corner and select “Manage Account.” From there, choose “Notification Settings.” This is where you can decide how you receive updates from each of your child’s schools and from the District.
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You’ll have two options for message delivery:
  • Instant: Messages are sent to you as soon as they’re posted.
  • Digest: All messages are collected and delivered together at 6 p.m. each day.

You can adjust these settings for email, text message, and app notifications—and update them at any time using the ParentSquare website or mobile app.

If you have not logged into ParentSquare before, you can create your account at the link below using the same email on file in NebSIS.
 

Activities and Athletics

Omaha Lancers with Badger Singers

The combined elementary choir clubs will be singing the National Anthem at a Lancer’s hockey game! This serves as a choir fundraiser and is also just a fun night to watch your favorite Badger Singers and watch a game! A portion of the ticket prices will be given back to our elementary choirs!

Please use the following links to purchase tickets for this event. $5 per ticket purchased with the below links goes back to The Badger Singers!
October 24th - Badger Singers
October 25th - Badger Singers
Watch home games on YouTube!
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Monday, October 13th
  • 6:30pm - JV vs. Lincoln Southeast at Seacrest Field
Thursday, October 16th
  • 6:30pm - Freshman at Blair HS
Friday, October 17th
  • 7pm - Varsity vs. Omaha Skutt at BHS
Volleyball Graphic
Saturday, October 11th
Varsity EMC Tournament at Gretna East HS
Tuesday, October 14th
  • 5pm - Freshman & Reserve at Elkhorn HS
  • 6pm - JV at Elkhorn HS
  • 7pm - Varsity at Elkhorn HS
Thursday, October 16th
  • 4:30pm - Freshman & Reserve vs. Gretna East at BHS
  • 5:30pm - JV vs. Gretna East at BHS
  • 6:30pm - Varsity vs. Gretna East at BHS
Saturday, October 18th
  • 8am - JV Tournament at Millard North HS
  • 9am - Reserve Triangular at Elkhorn HS
  • 9am - Varsity Tournament at Lewis Central HS
Girls Golf Graphic
Monday, October 13th & Tuesday, October 14th
  • Varsity State Tournament at Scottsbluff Country Club
Cross Country Graphic
Thursday, October 16th
Varsity/JV District Meet at Omaha Skutt HS
  • 11:30am - Class B-2 Girls
  • 12:00pm - Class B-2 Boys
Marching Band Graphic
Saturday, October 11th
  • Bennington Marching Festival at BHS
Saturday, October 18th
  • 12pm - LPS Marching Invitational at Seacrest Field - Lincoln
Full Calendar for All Events
 

BHS Yearbook News

Yearbook Flyer
 

BHS Post Prom Fundraisers

Post Prom Signs

Personalized Yard Signs - Now on Sale!

Showcase your favorite athlete, activity or club member with a personalized yard sign!

  • Signs range from $22 to $26 depending on the sign.
  • Proceeds support BHS Post Prom 2026
  • Pick up times and location will be communicated via email.

How to Order a Personalized Yard Sign
Post Prom Donuts

Donut Miss the Fun! Pre-Order Your Donuts Now!

Saturday, October 18th
8:00 - 10:30 a.m.
$15/Dozen

We will have 60 dozen Krispy Kreme Glazed donuts at the High School Activity entrance.

Treat your student to some Krispy Kreme donuts and help support BHS Post Prom! Use the link below to pre-order your donuts and pick up at BHS Activity Entrance on Saturday October 18th from 8-10:30am. Use “donuts” in the memo section of your Venmo.

 

BPS Foundation Information

BPS Foundation Gala Committee Members Needed

The first planning meeting sets sail: 
Wednesday, Oct. 22 | 5:30–6:15pm | BPS District Office
→ Only 3 meetings between now and March ← 

Why climb aboard?
  • Meet great people in Bennington.
  • Help steer the largest fundraiser for our schools.
  • Pick from a variety of roles—big or small.
  • Have fun while making a real impact.

Ready to join the crew?
A Night out at Sea Gala
Photo of the BPS Foundation Mission and their three programming areas. All information can be found on their website by clicking on the photo.
 

BPS Preschool Applications for Peer Models Now Open!

Preschool applications

Would you like your child to be a peer model in preschool next year?

The BPS preschool program is held at Anchor Pointe Elementary School. Our program serves students on a 50/50 basis, meaning 50% of the students in each class have an Individualized Education Plan (they qualify as a student with a disability). The other 50% of our students are considered peer role models and do not have identified special education needs.

How to Apply

If you would like your child to be considered as a peer model in our preschool program, please complete the application below.

*Peer screening slots for incoming 4-year-olds is currently filled. If you complete this application for a 4-year-old, you will be placed on a waitlist for screening in case a screening appointment becomes available.
 

Community Youth Actvities

Early childhood flyer

Nebraska Early Development Network: Developmental Screening

The BPS team will be visiting the Bennington Public Library to provide a free developmental screening of children ages birth to 36 months.
  • No cost to families
  • Screening in all areas of development (communication, social, gross/fine motor, emotional, cognitive, and self-help skills)
  • A services coordinator will contact you should any additional follow up be needed after screening regarding next steps.

Tuesday, October 21st
Badger Boo Flyer

BHS Badger Boo

Bennington High School
Wednesday, October 29th
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

This event provides a safe trick or treating experience for elementary aged students and younger.
Girl Scout - Day Camp Flyer

Girl Scout Day Camp

No School? No Problem! Join Us for a Day of All Things Girl Scouts. Non-members come and be a Girl Scout for the day and join Girl Scouts if you love it. Members may attend but need to bring a friend to share the Girl Scout experience.

Girls in grades K-5
$30 for the day. This will cover breakfast, snacks, and activities.
Anyone that joins Girl Scouts that day will get $20 off the price of membership.
This will be open to members and non-members, but it really is more for non-members to try Girl Scouts. Members are required to bring a non-member friend.
 
6:30-8 breakfast, coloring, games and drop off any time in that time frame.
8-5 camp activities.
5-6 coloring, games and pick up.
 
Here is the link for people to register.
Spain Trip Flyer

Spain Trip - Spring Break 2027

Open to Middle and High School Students

Informational Meetings
Please click on the date below to RSVP

Click on Register for a Tour and enter Stroberg-7041 to see the itinerary and what is included in the price.

For more details contact Ms. Stroberg at 
Bennington Campus Life - MS

Bennington Campus Life - Middle School

Middle School Skinny Bones Event
October 16th from 5pm-9pm.

Get your ticket and come join us at Fire Pit #2 for some hot dogs and S’mores.

Reminder that Skinny Bones is cashless these days.

Contact Gina Linsey with any questions at 402-614-2158 or Gina@goyfc.org
Valas

Bennington Campus Life - High School - Valas

High School Valas
October 6th from 5pm-9pm.

Purchase a ticket on their website or at the door and come check in with us at Fire Pit #21 for some S’mores 

Contact Gina Lindsey for any questions Gina@goyfc.org
Red weekend

Bennington Campus Life - High School - Red Weekend

Campus Life Red Weekend High School Trip in Downtown Omaha NE.
November 14th-16th. $199.

Use the link to sign up now! https://goyfc.regfox.com/red-weekend-2025 

Contact Gina Lindsey for any questions Gina@goyfc.org
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Bennington Girl Scouts

My Guy & I Luau
Saturday, November 8th
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Bennington Elementary Gym (South Entrance)

You're invited to a special night full of tropical fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Girls of all ages, bring your dad, grandpa, uncle, big brother, or any male role model who's made a difference in your life. This night is all about celebrating those special bonds!

$7 per person until November 7th
$10 per person at the door
Woodcarvers Fall Show Flyer

50th Annual Mid-America Woodcarvers Association

Mid-America Woodcarvers Association Fall Wood Art Show
Saturday, October 11th
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Omaha German-American Society
Free Admission

The event showcases the work of talented woodcarvers from across the region, featuring live demonstrations and a vibrant marketplace of carvings and supplies.

Check out the Mid-America Woodcarvers Association online at http://www.midamericawoodcarvers.com/
Bennington Cub Scouts Flyer

Join Cub Scouts!

Cub Scout Pack 13 is for Boys & Girls in Grades K-5
  • The Pack is made up of 6 Dens (1 for each grade)
  • There is usually 1 Pack activity (on Saturday afternoons) and 2 Den activities per month.

Cost: Pay $150 in dues, plus sell a minimum of $300 in popcorn for 1st-5th graders.

Check out our website: www.pack13cubscouts.com

Email us for info or to join: pack13bennington@gmail.com
2026 Youth Summer Kickball League

2026 Youth Summer Kickball League

Saturday Afternoons
June 6th thru Aug. 15th
Seymour Smith Park

5 Boys and 5 Girls per team
Ages 9 thru 17 (3 Divisions) 

Bennington Soccer Club - Goalie Academy
Bennington Soccer Club
Goalie Academy
Ages 9U - 19U

Training Dates:
November 15th & 22nd
December 6th & 13th

Location: Anchor Pointe Elementary

Cost: $100

Registration Now Open!
Closes November 2nd
*Goalie shirt for all players who register
BBA

Bennington Basketball Association

K-4 Developmental League

Who: Kindergarten -4th grade, boys & girls
Cost: $250 for each player (includes a ball and jersey top)
**If you use a jersey from last year, you can save $25 off the cost

Skills Clinics: November 8th, 15th, 22nd
Team Practice/Exhibition Games: December 6th, 13th, 20th
Games: January 17th, 24th, 31st, February 7th, 14th, 21st

Register online at
 

Contact Us

 
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Bennington Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Students: Mr. Dan Bombeck, Director of Student Services, 11620 North 156th Street, P.O. Box 309, Bennington, NE 68007 (402) 238-3044 (dbombeck@bennps.org). Employees and Others: Dr. Matt Blomenkamp, Assistant Superintendent 11620 North 156th Street, P.O. Box 309, Bennington, NE 68007 (402) 238-3044 (mblomenkamp@bennps.org). Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the Office for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education (OCR), please contact the OCR at 601 East 12th Street, Room 353, Kansas City, MO 64106, (800) 368-1019 (voice), Fax (816) 426-3686, (800) 537-7697 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.

Title IX

The Bennington Public School District is committed to offering employment and educational opportunity to its employees and students in a climate free of discrimination. Accordingly, unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation of any kind by District employees, including, co-workers, non-employees (such as volunteers), third parties and others is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.