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The Badger Update: September 26, 2025

Posted Date: 9/26/25 (3:20 PM)

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The Badger Update

District Parent Communication Newsletter

September 26, 2025

Mark Your Calendar

Wednesday, October 8th
  • Early Staggered Dismissal
  • Elementary 11:40am, Middle School 11:50am, High School 12:00 pm
Monday, October 13th
  • Board of Education Meeting, 6pm
  • Parent Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, October 14th
  • Parent Teacher Conferences
Wednesday, October 15th
  • Parent Teacher Conferences
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.

Highlights from Tuesday's Special Board of Education Meeting

2025-26 Budget & Property Tax Resolution Approved

The Board of Education approved the 2025-26 school year budget. They also approved the property tax request resolution and set the school system's final property tax request for the 2025-26 school year. Click here for more information about the budget and property tax levy.

Board of Education Approved Subcontractor Bids for Second High School

BPS received bids from general contractors for the Second High School Site project. There were 8 bid packages for the new high school. There were several general contractors that submitted qualified bids for each of the various areas. The Board approved the recommended bids for the eight packages for $10,588,896.
 

We Are Bennington

Games on the Green

Secondary Special Education Students Host "Games on the Green"

Middle School, High School, and Young Adult Program students had a great day at "Games on the Green" with their new friends at Arlington Public Schools, DC West Community Schools, Blair Public Schools, Fremont Public Schools, and Fort Calhoun Community Schools! This was a great event where students played different events such as bocce ball, hula hoop corn hole, octopus tag, ultimate tic tac toe, and a giant game of freeze tag. #WeAreBPS
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Games on the Green
Music Showcase

BSMS Sixth Grade Music Showcase Highlights African Drumming & Marimba

On Tuesday, September 23rd, BSMS Sixth Grade General Music students presented a showcase for friends and families to perform the African drum and marimba pieces they learned during Hexter 1. Their performance highlighted the growth, talent, and teamwork they developed after just six weeks together. #WeAreBPS
Music Showcase
Music Showcase

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
 

BPS Preschool Applications for Peer Models Open October 1st

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
On October 1st, visit the Early Childhood Website for information about how to apply for preschool peer screenings.
 

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 since the last newsletter.
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Lauren Allen, Allie Bradburn, Jennifer Christensen, Jordan Chvatal, Kayle Combs, Alison Dellwo, Ken Dirkson, Jodie Erdman, Taylor Euerle, Abby Fitzgerald, Cami Hartig, Stacy Hawn, Lacey Horvath, Chris Kessell, Emily Kiger, Barb Knott, Maddy Kraft, Megan Kruse, Meredith Lime, Amber Mailander, Jennifer Meyer, Amanda Perkins, Lisa Plourde, Janna Pohlmann, Bethany Redlinger, Rylee Reggio, Bailey Rolfe, Elizabeth Schaffart, Phil Scherer, Sarah Serrano, Michelle Shively, Heather Sliva, Kiley Welchert, and Kristine Woof
Shine Your Light Nomination Form
 

Activities and Athletics

Watch home games on YouTube!
Football Graphic
Friday, September 26th
  • 7pm - Varsity at Gretna HS
Monday, September 29th
  • 6:30pm - JV vs. Waverly at BHS
Tuesday, September 30th
  • 6:30pm - Reserve at Gretna East HS
Thursday, October 2nd
  • 6:30pm - Freshman at Skutt Catholic HS
Friday, October 3rd
  • 7pm - Varsity vs. Blair at BHS (Homecoming)
Girls Golf Graphic
Monday, September 29th
  • 10am - JV Invitational at Grandpa's Woods Golf Course
  • 3pm - Varsity Dual vs. Gross Catholic at Stone Creek Golf Course
  • 3:30pm - JV Dual vs. Gross Catholic at Stone Creek Golf Course
Tuesday, September 30th
  • 9am - Varsity EMC Meet at River Wild Golf Course
Thursday, October 2nd
  • 9am - JV Invitational vs. Roncalli Catholic at Warren Swigart
  • 2pm - JV Tournament vs. Blair at River Wild Golf Course

Volleyball Graphic
Friday, September 26th
  • 6pm & 7pm - Varsity Invitational at Papillion La Vista HS (South Gym - Pool B)
Saturday, September 27th
  • 8am - JV Tournament at Elkhorn HS
  • 8:30am - Reserve Tournament at Conestoga HS
  • 9am - Varsity Invitational at Papillion La Vista HS
Monday, September 29th
  • 5pm - Freshman at Skutt Catholic HS
  • 6pm - Reserve at Skutt Catholic HS
  • 7pm - JV at Skutt Catholic HS
Tuesday, September 30th
  • 5pm - Reserve at Concordia HS
  • 6pm - JV at Concordia HS
Thursday, October 2nd
  • 5:30pm - Reserve & JV at Elkhorn North HS
  • 6:30pm - Freshman & Varsity at Elkhorn North HS
Saturday, October 4th
  • 9:15am - Freshman Tournament at Syracuse HS
Softball Graphic
Friday, September 26th
  • 4pm - Reserve & JV Doubleheader vs. Elkhorn South at BHS
Saturday, September 27th
  • 10am & 1pm - Varsity Triangular at BHS
Monday, September 29th
  • 5pm - JV vs. Elkhorn North at BHS
  • 6:30pm - Varsity vs. Elkhorn North at BHS
Tuesday, September 30th
  • 5pm - JV vs. Beatrice at BHS
  • 6:30pm - Varsity vs. Beatrice at BHS
Thursday, October 2nd
  • 5pm - JV at Blair HS
  • 6:30pm - Varsity at Blair HS
Saturday, October 4th
  • 10am - Varsity vs. Waverly at BHS
Cross Country Graphic
Monday, September 29th
JV/Varsity Invitational at Kearney Country Club
  • 2:30pm - Class B Girls
  • 3:30pm - Class B Boys
Thursday, October 2nd
JV/Varsity Invitational at Branched Oak State Park
  • 10am - Girls
  • 10:45am - Boys
Marching Band Graphic
Saturday, September 27th
  • 1:50pm - Waverly Marching Invite at Waverly HS
Full Calendar for All Events
 
Homecoming Flyer
Purchase Homecoming Tickets
 
Now Hiring Ad - Jobs Posted at https://bit.ly/BenningtonJobs
 

BPS Foundation Information

Photo of the BPS Foundation Mission and their three programming areas. All information can be found on their website by clicking on the photo.
 

Community Youth Actvities

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 Public Library Flyer

Bennington Public Library

The Bennington Public Library is celebrating National Library Card Sign-up Month and all BPS students or employees that get a new library card will be entered into a drawing for a Cup & Cone gift card!

Stopy by the Library to get yours!

Bennington Community Theatre

Auditions are next week!

Calling all performers—from 3rd grade to adults—come audition for "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever"! 

No experience needed—just bring your energy and holiday spirit! 

Check out our audition packet below and register to audition!

Let’s make some Christmas magic together! 
Bennington Community Theatre
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
Masonic Youth Open House
Masonic Youth Open House
Sunday, September 28th, from 2:00p-5:00pm at the Tangier Shrine Center (lower level)
2823 S 84th St, Omaha, NE 68124

Free for families of all ages - Join us for crafts, snacks, games, & more! Learn about leadership opportunities, upcoming fun events, & make new friends!

RSVP Required

If you have any questions, please text 402-915-2738. Masonic Youth - creating leaders and empowering future generations for over 100 years.
 

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.