Winnebago Public Schools

Hi NCPA scholars and families. Please join us tonight, Wednesday for our annual NCPA graduation-reception. It will be held at Whirling Thunder. Doors open at 5:00pm. Come view our Senior Capstones. We will begin the program at 5:30pm with dinner to follow. This is a required event for all Academy scholars, 9th through 12th grade (does not include current 8th grade future academy scholars). Come celebrate our graduating NCPA Academy scholars.

The Principal's Certificate of Academic Excellence Award K-4 Recipients for the Spring Testing Period

Hello again everyone, JH track had another couple of meets. The first one was at Oakland (14 teams) on Friday, May 2 and the second one was on Tuesday, May 6. Oakland was a split meet with 7th and 8th grade divisions. Homer was combined 7th and 8th. As a team we scored more points at both meets than we ever have. Both girls and boys were 3rd place for the Homer meet with the boys missing 2nd by less than 2 points. Oakland: 7th grade girls: 400 meter dash-3rd place Abreyonna Snowball High Jump-6th place Abreyonna Snowball 8th grade girls: High Jump-1st place Kimimila Stover 7th grade boys: High Jump-2nd place Lincoln LaMere 200 Meter Dash-2nd place Kaleb Solomon 4X100 Relay-2nd place (Aaron Driftwood, Lincoln LaMere, Kaleb Solomon, & Braxton Vargas) 100 Meter Dash-3rd place Kaleb Solomon 400 Meter Dash-4th place Lincoln LaMere 200 Meter Dash-6th place Lincoln LaMere 8th grade boys: 200 Meter Dash-2nd place Noah Solomon Triple Jump-3rd place Elias LaTray 100 Meter Hurdles-3rd place Wakaja Morrison 4X100 relay-3rd place (Qytell Bass, Evans Littlegeorge, Arian Marrufo, & Noah Solomon) High Jump-4th place Qytell Bass Discus-4th place Braiden Lawrence Shot Put-5th place Kendrick Mallory Long Jump-5th place Qytell Bass 4X400 relay-5th place (Elias LaTray, Arian Marrufo, Wakaja Morrison, & Noah Solomon) 100 Meter Dash-6th place Elias LaTray 200 Hurdles-6th place Wakaja Morrison Homer: girls: High Jump-2nd place Abreyonna Snowball 200 Meter Dash-2nd place Kimimila Stover 4X100 Relay-2nd place (Tulie Blackfish, Eva Nieman, Abreyonna Snowball, & Kimimila Stover) 4X400 Relay-2nd place (Tulie Blackfish, Oromiya Hassan-Ware, Abreyonna Snowball, & Kimimila Stover) High Jump-3rd place Oromiya Hassan-Ware Long Jump-3rd place Tulie Blackfish 100 Meter Dash-3rd place Tulie Blackfish 400 Meter Dash-3rd place Abreyonna Snowball 200 Meter dash-6th place Eva Nieman boys: Discus-1st place Braiden Lawrence Triple Jump-1st place Elias LaTray High Jump-2nd place Qytell Bass 110 Hurdles-2nd place Wakaja Morrison 400 Meter Dash-2nd place Noah Solomon 200 Meter Dash-2nd place Noah Solomon 4X100 Relay-2nd place (Aaron Driftwood, Christian LaPointe, Arian Marrufo, & Kaleb Solomon) 4X400 Relay-2nd place (Lincoln LaMere, Elias LaTray, Wakaja Morrison, & Noah Solomon) Shot Put-3rd place Kendrick Mallory Discus-3rd place Giovanni Jones Triple Jump-4th place Christian LaPointe 200 Hurdles-4th place Wakaja Morrison 200 Meter Dash-4th place Kaleb Solomon Long Jump-6th place Qytell Bass Triple Jump-6th place Cameron CloudEagle 100 Meter Dash-6th place Noah Solomon 800 Meter Dash-6th place Arian Marrufo 200 Meter Dash-6th place Christian LaPointe Many personal bests in times and distances were set at both meets. The JH coaching staff is incredibly proud of all the athletes.

SteviRaye M Wolfe Parents/guardians: My mom is Tammy Huffman My father is Thomas Wolfe Jr My Kaka (grandmother) is the late Dawn Snake Favorite Memory of High School: There are too many to mention. Favorite Class(es)/Why: Any of my wood shop classes with Mr Welsh. We always had a grand ole time. Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mr Stoner stopped teaching after my freshman year, but he never stopped giving me advice on life or anything I'd ask him about. One of the things that he said to us that always stuck with me is "it's not about the destination, it's the path that it takes you on and the things you learn along the way (the journey)" Mrs Pick is also one of my favorites. She has her days, but since I met her, she's always been a good listener and has a good perspective on things when it comes time for her to give me advice on anything. Her English class will always be my favorite. Most influential adult/Why: My Choka, William Hallowell, has taught me a lot about managing money and being independent. He’s shown me how to budget and save, which has helped me feel more prepared for the future. Beyond just money, he’s always there to help me with anything, whether it’s life advice or just practical things I need help with. He always makes time for me, no matter how busy he is, and that means a lot. I’m really lucky to have someone like him in my life, and I’m super grateful for everything he’s taught me and all the support he gives me. Future Plans: I want to attend college to pursue a career in social work or counseling. Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen: Don't second-guess yourself & try something new once in a while.

MeHaWee RoseMarie Grant Parents/guardians: Krystal and Girard Grant Favorite Memory of High School: Academy trip to Washington, D.C. I was able to learn a lot from D.C, along with having fun and taking cool pictures with my friends. D.C was cool and had a lot of scenery, which was good to look at when we went on walks. Favorite Class(es)/Why: Study skills: I was able to get caught up in work. Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Fernandez, because she's been with me since 7th grade. She is always there for her students, and she helped me whenever I needed it. Most influential adult/Why: My mother, because she helped me get to where I am now and stay on the right path. Future Plans: As soon as I graduate, I hope to go to the army as a national guard while also studying at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. I hope to go into Kinesiology and athletic training. Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen: work hard, don't procrastinate, and try to participate in everything you can because you can find new interests.

Hi NCPA scholars and families. Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday, May 7th for our annual NCPA graduation-reception. It will be held at Whirling Thunder. Doors open at 5:00pm. Come view our Senior Capstones. We will begin the program at 5:30pm with dinner to follow. This is a required event for all Academy scholars, 9th through 12th grade (does not include current 8th grade future academy scholars). Come celebrate our graduating NCPA Academy scholars.

WPS activities 5-6 Jh Track @ Homer 2pm

Gianna Grant  - The 2025 Lewis & Clark Conference Champion in the girls high jump!!  

Congrats to Gerry Earth on his 7th place finish at the Lewis and Clark Conference Golf Meet today. He shot a new PR 79.

Lewis and Clark Conference Track Results Congrats to Gianna Grant as she is the 2025 Lewis and Clark High Jump Champion Gianna Grant- 1st in HJ, 3rd in TJ Adarius Flemester- 2nd in 100m, 2nd in 200m, 4th in HJ Angelo Jones- 2nd in LJ, 2nd in TJ Girls 4x1 Relay- Breezie Treglia, Etta BearComesOut, Gianna Grant, Arayah Blackfish- 4th place Boys 4x8 Relay- Joseph Levering, Ho-Hump Snake, Aaron Hulit, Cassius Snowball- 4th place Boys 4x1 Relay- Angelo Jones, Melvin Hulit, Raiden DeCora, Adarius Flemester- 2nd place

WPS activities Conference golf today @ Covington CC 9am

WPS activities this week 5/5 Conference golf @ Covington CC 9am 5/6 JH track @Homer 2pm 5/8 HS track @ Laurel 10am

WPS activities 5/3 Golf @ Pierce 9am Hs track @ Winnebago 9am

Full name: Avani Zephier-Wilkie Parents/guardians: Trevor Wilkie and Courtney Zephier Favorite Memory of High School: Honestly, there are a lot. The school dances are some of my favorite memories, but senior year as a whole is my overall favorite. I met some interesting people throughout the year and formed friendships. Going to state for wrestling not once, but three times was my all time favorite though. Favorite Class(es)/Why: The science classes with Mrs. Eberly were some of my favorites, along with the math classes with Mr. Johnson and Mrs. Nelson. I love science and mathematical challenges, and I am most likely going to major in one of these in college. Another class that I took this year was Lifetime Activities with Mr. Benne. It's more like a PE class, but there were a lot of fun moments. Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Fernandez, Mrs. Eberly, Mrs. Brasch, the Garthoffs, and the Bennes are some of my favorites. Fernandez was my teacher at the beginning of junior high and still is. She has been there for me since then and can be considered my school mom. Eberly and Brasch made their classes really enjoyable and they were also there for me when I was going through some things. The Garthoffs were comedic reliefs, always there to crack a joke and lighten up my day. As for the Benne’s, it was really fun to scare Mrs. Benne throughout my high school career, which were some of my favorite moments. Mr. Benne was more of that laid back teacher that made coming to school more enjoyable with the games he would play during class. All these teachers were really supportive throughout my highschool years. Most influential adult/Why: My parents. They were my first teachers, role models, and sources of support. They helped shape me into the person I am today. I’m very grateful for them because they chose to be there and raise me, and also push me to achieve my goals, and to do better than them. #lovemyparents More influential people in my life would be my coaches, Adam Tranmer and Adam James. They’re some of my biggest supporters and, I hope, they still will be when I go to college. They made my high school wrestling career fun and really enjoyable, and they supported me through my injuries. Future Plans: I plan on attending and wrestling at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska, where I will get a bachelor’s degree in some field of STEM Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen: For future student-athletes, remember you are a student before an athlete, so get your work turned in and don’t argue back. Set small goals that you can achieve each year of highschool.

Jaylena Jade Bertucci Daughter of Jamie Thomas Favorite Memory of High School: Being with my friends, hanging with my teachers, and learning a lot. Favorite Class(es)/Why: Cooking class because I like baking and learning how to cook other foods. Sewing class because I like learning how to make pillows or bears. I like chilling with one of my favorite teachers. I like Art class because I like drawing and creating. Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Burgett because she is so fun to hang with and she helps me a lot, and she’s funny. She is the reason I am graduating. Ms. Shipman is another favorite teacher of mine. She is really kind and also fun to hang out with. She’s taught me a lot. Mrs. Addison is nice and also helped me a lot. Most Influential Adult/Why: Mrs. Burgett, Mrs. Addison, and my mom because they push me to go to school. They are the reason I am graduating. Future Plans: To get a job and a huge house, and help my family. Word of Wisdom to Underclassmen: Finish school by going all day. You will be like me- graduating- if you’re doing well in all of your classes. I want you to keep it like that and never give up. If someone is telling you you’re not going to graduate, keep doing your work and you will be successful.

Dawnissa Marie Aldrich Daughter of Lois Whitewater and Michael Aldrich Favorite Class(es) Why: My favorite class was Mrs. Benne’s Reconnecting Youth because I enjoy conversating. Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Benne and Mrs. Burgett were both my favorite teachers because they inspired me in different ways. Most Influential Adult/Why: My most influential adult would be my Grandma Lauren Buchanan. She’s a very strong, hard-working woman. Her dedication is something I strive to emulate in my own life. Future Plans: My future plans are to pursue a career in paleontology. Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen: Drama fades, but your reputation sticks. Stay kind, stay real, and don’t get caught up in things that won’t matter in a year.

WPS activities 5/2 Jh track @ Oakland 10am

Attention parents and guardians of students attending Spring Sprints. This event IS HAPPENING TODAY, but it will be chilly. Please dress your students accordingly. Thank you and have a great day!

Caden L. Brownrigg Parents/guardians: Shyleen Appleton and Quentin Brownrigg Favorite Memory of High School: Playing Football in the Dome Favorite Class(es)/Why: Math with Johnson because he's always cracking jokes Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Pick, Mr. Wall, and Mr. Spooner because they always helped me out and kept it real. Most influential adult/Why: My grandma Bernice, because she's always there for me. Future Plans: Go to college for business entrepreneurship and open my own business someday. Words of Wisdom to Underclassmen: Enjoy high school because it goes by quick!

Cameron Paul Harlan Son of Pamela Aldrich Favorite Teacher(s)/Why: Mrs. Burgett because she was inspiring to make me do my work, and helped me get where I am today. I am so grateful for her. Most Influential Adult/Why: My mom, because she is the most inspiring person ever. She plays a big role in my life. Future Plans: To go to college to be a veterinarian and help animals. Word of Wisdom to Underclassmen: Always focus on your work and only worry about yourself. Focus on yourself.