Winside Public Schools will offer Driver’s Education during the summer of 2026. Students who are interested in enrolling must be between the ages of 14 and 17 and must possess a valid Learner’s Permit (LPE, SCP, or LPD) by the first day of class.
The cost of the course is $425. Registration must be completed through Northeast Community College (NECC) prior to the start of class. Registration may be completed in person at NECC or by calling 402-371-2020.
The classroom portion of Driver’s Education will be held Monday, June 1 through Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A total of 20 hours of classroom instruction is required. The driving lab portion will be scheduled throughout June and July. Scheduling later in the summer will depend on vehicle and instructor availability.
Registration forms may be picked up in Mr. Gubbels’ office.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. or Mrs. Gubbels at jgubbels@winsidewildcats.org
or mgubbels@winsidewildcats.org
.
The cost of the course is $425. Registration must be completed through Northeast Community College (NECC) prior to the start of class. Registration may be completed in person at NECC or by calling 402-371-2020.
The classroom portion of Driver’s Education will be held Monday, June 1 through Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A total of 20 hours of classroom instruction is required. The driving lab portion will be scheduled throughout June and July. Scheduling later in the summer will depend on vehicle and instructor availability.
Registration forms may be picked up in Mr. Gubbels’ office.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. or Mrs. Gubbels at jgubbels@winsidewildcats.org
or mgubbels@winsidewildcats.org
.
The Winside Student Council would like to announce a Red Cross Blood Drive on March 11th. It will be held in the WHS gym from 8:30am-2:00pm. You can schedule an appointment by calling Mr. Gubbels at the school phone number or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering: Winside .
March Mathness Competition
Triple Elimination
Tuesday, March 24 - Grades PK3 and PK4 from 11:30-12:15
Wednesday, March 25 - Grades K-2 from 1:00-1:45
Friday, March 27 - Grades 3-6 from 2:45-3:30
Please study numbers, addition, and multiplication.
Triple Elimination
Tuesday, March 24 - Grades PK3 and PK4 from 11:30-12:15
Wednesday, March 25 - Grades K-2 from 1:00-1:45
Friday, March 27 - Grades 3-6 from 2:45-3:30
Please study numbers, addition, and multiplication.
Kindness Awards: March 11-17
Jonah - Made 3 trips carrying band equipment in after the music contest at WSC when most of the other students either didn't help or just left.
Bently - Helped a teacher carry an item
Braxton - Reminded lunch person that a 5th grade table needed to be released for recess before his table.
Jonah - Made 3 trips carrying band equipment in after the music contest at WSC when most of the other students either didn't help or just left.
Bently - Helped a teacher carry an item
Braxton - Reminded lunch person that a 5th grade table needed to be released for recess before his table.
Kindness Awards: March 4-10
Avery - Helped her classmate with their morning work!
Lane - Helped another student pick up papers she dropped when her hands were full.
Logan - Picked up the carpet.
Avery - Helped her classmate with their morning work!
Lane - Helped another student pick up papers she dropped when her hands were full.
Logan - Picked up the carpet.
Kindness Awards (Preschool): February 25-March 3
Paisley - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground and dried off a wet counter.
Bowie - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground
Lilly - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground
Paisley - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground and dried off a wet counter.
Bowie - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground
Lilly - Picked up green mesh outside on the playground
Kindness Awards - February 25-March 3
Bently - Cleaned up the classroom
Daxton - Holding the door
Brody - Holding the door for a teacher
Bently - Cleaned up the classroom
Daxton - Holding the door
Brody - Holding the door for a teacher
March Staff of the Month: Ryan Prince
Mr. Prince wears many hats and wears them well! From taking care of maintenance issues that pop up, transporting our students safely to and from school, and even helping teachers keep chaos more organized, he is appreciated greatly! Mr. Prince takes care of all the day to day happenings at the school. Teachers can rely on him for a range of things. The students are always so excited to talk to Mr. Prince and love his silliness and jokes.
Mr. Prince wears many hats and wears them well! From taking care of maintenance issues that pop up, transporting our students safely to and from school, and even helping teachers keep chaos more organized, he is appreciated greatly! Mr. Prince takes care of all the day to day happenings at the school. Teachers can rely on him for a range of things. The students are always so excited to talk to Mr. Prince and love his silliness and jokes.
March Staff of the Month: Britney Konicek
No matter how busy the day becomes, she remains calm, helpful, and willing to assist anyone who needs support. She is also an incredibly dependable member of our team. Staff members know they can always count on her for help, whether it’s answering a quick question, tracking down important information, or helping solve an unexpected problem. Her organization and attention to detail help keep the school running smoothly, often behind the scenes. What truly makes her stand out is the positive attitude she brings to her work. She treats everyone with respect and kindness and always goes the extra mile to make students, families, and staff feel supported. Our school would not function the same without her dedication and hard work.
No matter how busy the day becomes, she remains calm, helpful, and willing to assist anyone who needs support. She is also an incredibly dependable member of our team. Staff members know they can always count on her for help, whether it’s answering a quick question, tracking down important information, or helping solve an unexpected problem. Her organization and attention to detail help keep the school running smoothly, often behind the scenes. What truly makes her stand out is the positive attitude she brings to her work. She treats everyone with respect and kindness and always goes the extra mile to make students, families, and staff feel supported. Our school would not function the same without her dedication and hard work.
March Staff of the Month: Karen Kruger
Mrs. Kruger has done a great job this year in meeting the needs of the students she works with. She is willing to help out in the classroom in anyway possible. She has been a great help not only to those students she works one-on-one with but also in the rest of the classroom as well. Mrs. Kruger has jumped in and helped wherever she is needed. She has flourished while subbing in multiple different classrooms. She has great relationships with her students and they lean on her for support. We appreciate you Mrs. Kruger!!
Mrs. Kruger has done a great job this year in meeting the needs of the students she works with. She is willing to help out in the classroom in anyway possible. She has been a great help not only to those students she works one-on-one with but also in the rest of the classroom as well. Mrs. Kruger has jumped in and helped wherever she is needed. She has flourished while subbing in multiple different classrooms. She has great relationships with her students and they lean on her for support. We appreciate you Mrs. Kruger!!
March Teacher of the Month: Mackenzie Lamp
Ms. Lamp does so many great things for our students, such as using the 3D printer to make various items for them. Currently, she's been busy making and selling bookmarks for $1 for students to purchase. She collaborates effectively with other staff members and is a dependable staff member who brings great ideas. She does an incredible job inspiring students to explore their creativity and express themselves through art in a welcoming and encouraging environment. In her classroom, students are given opportunities to try new techniques, experiment with different materials, and build confidence in their artistic abilities. She does a wonderful job creating lessons that are both engaging and meaningful, allowing students to feel proud of the work they create. It is clear that she puts a great deal of thought and effort into planning projects that allow every student to be successful.
Ms. Lamp does so many great things for our students, such as using the 3D printer to make various items for them. Currently, she's been busy making and selling bookmarks for $1 for students to purchase. She collaborates effectively with other staff members and is a dependable staff member who brings great ideas. She does an incredible job inspiring students to explore their creativity and express themselves through art in a welcoming and encouraging environment. In her classroom, students are given opportunities to try new techniques, experiment with different materials, and build confidence in their artistic abilities. She does a wonderful job creating lessons that are both engaging and meaningful, allowing students to feel proud of the work they create. It is clear that she puts a great deal of thought and effort into planning projects that allow every student to be successful.
March Teacher of the Month: Kailey Hanson
Mrs. Hanson has done a great job with the Kindergarteners in her time as a Wildcat and she strives to make learning meaningful and fun for all. She has great classroom management with her kindergartners! She has a calm, positive, firm demeaner and it reflects on how her students love being around her! She is a great collaborator. She is willing to go above and beyond for her students!
Mrs. Hanson has done a great job with the Kindergarteners in her time as a Wildcat and she strives to make learning meaningful and fun for all. She has great classroom management with her kindergartners! She has a calm, positive, firm demeaner and it reflects on how her students love being around her! She is a great collaborator. She is willing to go above and beyond for her students!
March Teacher of the Month: Paige Klabenes
Mrs. Klabenes has always been so easy to work with and will provide support for anyone who needs it. She wants what is best for all students and does a great job of meeting students where they are and giving them many opportunities to grow in their education. She works hard for each of her students. She was always a great mentor to me and is always willing to help out anyone who needs it.
Mrs. Klabenes has always been so easy to work with and will provide support for anyone who needs it. She wants what is best for all students and does a great job of meeting students where they are and giving them many opportunities to grow in their education. She works hard for each of her students. She was always a great mentor to me and is always willing to help out anyone who needs it.
March Student of the Month Nominee: Olivia Grebe
Olivia has been a great student since joining the Wildcat family last year. She strives to do her best even when an assignment is daunting. She gets along with all of her classmates and is very respectful to her teachers.
Olivia has been a great student since joining the Wildcat family last year. She strives to do her best even when an assignment is daunting. She gets along with all of her classmates and is very respectful to her teachers.
March Student of the Month Nominee: Halle Dankert
Halle works hard in the classroom. She is pleasant to be around and helps her classmates with whatever they need help with.
Halle works hard in the classroom. She is pleasant to be around and helps her classmates with whatever they need help with.
March Student of the Month Nominee: Brantley Schwedhelm
Brantley has set a positive example for his classmates. He is very respectful towards his teachers, he works hard at doing well in school, and he follows the expectations even when those around him are not. He has a positive attitude and he is always willing to lend a hand when needed!
Brantley has set a positive example for his classmates. He is very respectful towards his teachers, he works hard at doing well in school, and he follows the expectations even when those around him are not. He has a positive attitude and he is always willing to lend a hand when needed!
March Student of the Month Nominee: Karoline Bowers
Karoline has always been a hard-worker and a very kind and respectful student. She gets along with others and is willing to help out whenever possible.
Karoline has always been a hard-worker and a very kind and respectful student. She gets along with others and is willing to help out whenever possible.
March Student of the Month Nominee: Eli LaDeaux
Eli has grown so much this year! He has worked so hard at improving and it has shown! He is consistently kind and helpful towards his classmates and teachers. He has jumped through many hoops and we are proud to have him in 5th grade!
Eli has grown so much this year! He has worked so hard at improving and it has shown! He is consistently kind and helpful towards his classmates and teachers. He has jumped through many hoops and we are proud to have him in 5th grade!
March Student of the Month Nominee: Raylan Roberts
Ray has read several chapter books this quarter. I enjoy seeing a student finding a series of books that they like, and then continuing to read other books from that series. Ray enjoys learning new things. It has been fun watching Ray grow and improve in third grade this year.
Ray has read several chapter books this quarter. I enjoy seeing a student finding a series of books that they like, and then continuing to read other books from that series. Ray enjoys learning new things. It has been fun watching Ray grow and improve in third grade this year.
March Student of the Month Nominee: Brayden Skokan
Brayden is a wonderful example of what it means to be a first grade Student of the Month. He comes to school each day with a big smile and a positive attitude. Brayden works hard on his studies, completes his work at home, and always returns it to school. He is also a kind friend to his classmates. We are very proud of Brayden and the effort he puts into his learning. Keep up the great work, Brayden!
Brayden is a wonderful example of what it means to be a first grade Student of the Month. He comes to school each day with a big smile and a positive attitude. Brayden works hard on his studies, completes his work at home, and always returns it to school. He is also a kind friend to his classmates. We are very proud of Brayden and the effort he puts into his learning. Keep up the great work, Brayden!
