Reminder: CL Jones will be providing a summer school program that is available for all 4th-8th grade students. More information is included in the attachments. If you would like your child to attend then please complete the registration form and return it to the middle school office. Forms are due back by May 15th.
Please contact the middle school office if you have any questions!
Please contact the middle school office if you have any questions!
The groundbreaking for the FFA greenhouse took place today! We thank all of those who sponsored this project and who showed up to show their support today! We are excited for all of the extended learning opportunities this facility will provide for the students of MPS!!
Summer EBT in Nebraska
CLJMS Band/Vocal Concert Information
The Minden Whippet youth football camp is quickly approaching. If you have not signed up yet, there is still time. Flyers can be picked up at at the elementary or middle school or you can simply print off the attached flyer. We look forward to seeing you there.
Happy School Nurse Day!
Today we celebrate someone who brings so much care and kindness to our school each and every day. Our wonderful nurse truly goes above and beyond for our students and staff!
Whether it’s a helping hand, a listening ear, or a reassuring smile, you make a difference in more ways than we can count. We are so grateful for you and all that you do. You make our school a better place every single day!
Today we celebrate someone who brings so much care and kindness to our school each and every day. Our wonderful nurse truly goes above and beyond for our students and staff!
Whether it’s a helping hand, a listening ear, or a reassuring smile, you make a difference in more ways than we can count. We are so grateful for you and all that you do. You make our school a better place every single day!
Our Evening with the Arts showcased the incredible talent and dedication of our students, highlighting a year’s worth of hard work. From FCS, Art, Metals, and Woods, each program delivered an outstanding display of skill and dedication.
Thank you to our students for sharing their work, and to our staff and community for supporting the arts in such meaningful ways. We are proud to celebrate the creativity that continues to thrive in our school!
5-8th grade band and 7-8th grade choir parents! The Spring concert is coming up on Monday, May 11th. Students received letters with this information but please be aware of what groups are performing and when they need to be there that night.
The high school track and field meet scheduled for Today May 5th at Cozad has been CANCELLED due to the forecasted weather conditions. Cozad made this determination at 11:40am today due to a majority of teams pulling out of the meet. This meet will NOT be rescheduled. Track team members will have practice after school today.
CL Jones 4th - 6th grade fun day/ track meet is next Thursday May 14th. 4th and 5th grade students start at 9 am,. 4th grade will start on the track while 5th grade does field events. 6th grade students start at 11. Please plan accordingly. 6th grade students will need to bring lunches for that day. Students should be bringing home a parents info letter from their classrooms this week. Thank you.
Congratulations to our April Lifters of the Month.
Congratulations to our April Whippets of the Month! We are finishing up the year strong at CLJMS!
4th- Brekkan Dornhoff, Kason Anderson, Thea Goodell
5th- Christopher Jauregui, Luke Hartman, Tatum Eckhardt
6th- Jarvis Lennemann, Brooke Wragge
7th- Jada Jenkins, MaeLeigh Crowell, Harpor Torres, Victoria Carson
8th- Lucas Baughman, Brynlee Trew, Gavin True, Hartleigh Bienhoff
4th- Brekkan Dornhoff, Kason Anderson, Thea Goodell
5th- Christopher Jauregui, Luke Hartman, Tatum Eckhardt
6th- Jarvis Lennemann, Brooke Wragge
7th- Jada Jenkins, MaeLeigh Crowell, Harpor Torres, Victoria Carson
8th- Lucas Baughman, Brynlee Trew, Gavin True, Hartleigh Bienhoff
If you will be in grades 7 through 12 next year and are interested in hearing more about the high school girls golf team, please attend a meeting on Wednesday, May 6 at 7:30 am in Mrs. Maulsby's room at the middle school. We hope to see you there!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! 🍎
To all of our incredible teachers across our high school, middle school, and elementary schools—today we celebrate you!
Thank you for the time, energy, and heart you pour into your classrooms each day, and for all that you do beyond them as well. You inspire, support, and shape the lives of so many, and our schools are stronger because of you.
We appreciate you more than words can say!
To all of our incredible teachers across our high school, middle school, and elementary schools—today we celebrate you!
Thank you for the time, energy, and heart you pour into your classrooms each day, and for all that you do beyond them as well. You inspire, support, and shape the lives of so many, and our schools are stronger because of you.
We appreciate you more than words can say!
The MHS Band and Choir had a phenomenal Spring Concert tonight! A special shoutout to our 7 band Seniors and 2 Choir Seniors.
The John Philip Sousa Band Award was given to Abigail Reith and we restarted the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award which was given to Rebbeca Lempka. Both are nationally recognized awards in band programs across the country.
In Recognition of Mr. Strasburg, Middle School Principal:
For being a fantastic leader who supports students and staff at every level. Your calm demeanor, sharp humor, and motivating spirit bring out the best in everyone around you. We are incredibly proud to have you on our team at Minden Middle School. Once a Whippet—Always a Whippet!
SRO Arner's Message for May
Summer Safety Tips
1. Sun Safety
1. Wear sunscreen SPF 30 or higher and reapply every 2 hours, especially after swimming.
2. Wear hats, sunglasses and protective clothing.
3. Drink plenty of water....stay hydrated.
2. Water Safety
1. Swim with a buddy.
2. Follow pool and beach rules. Listen to lifeguards and adults.
3. Wear a lifejacket when boating or if you are not a strong swimmer.
3. Outdoor Safety
1. Wear a helmet when biking, skating or riding scooters.
2. Look both ways before crossing the street.
3. Stay in safe, familiar areas.
4. Take frequent breaks to avoid getting overheated.
4. Heat Safety
1. Drink water often...even if you're not thirsty.
2. Take breaks in the shade or indoors.
3. Watch for signs of heat injuries like dizziness, nausea or fatigue.
5. Online Safety
1. Don't share personal information online
2. Be very careful who you talk to or add as friends.
3. Take a break from screen time and enjoy life offline.
6. Home and Personal Safety
1. Let someone know where and when you are going somewhere.
2. Don't open the door to strangers.
3. Follow family rules when at home.
4. Trust your instincts - if something feels unsafe, get help.
7. Final Thoughts
1. Have fun and be active.
2. Make good choices and stay safe.
3. Come back after summer ready for another great school year!!
Summer Safety Tips
1. Sun Safety
1. Wear sunscreen SPF 30 or higher and reapply every 2 hours, especially after swimming.
2. Wear hats, sunglasses and protective clothing.
3. Drink plenty of water....stay hydrated.
2. Water Safety
1. Swim with a buddy.
2. Follow pool and beach rules. Listen to lifeguards and adults.
3. Wear a lifejacket when boating or if you are not a strong swimmer.
3. Outdoor Safety
1. Wear a helmet when biking, skating or riding scooters.
2. Look both ways before crossing the street.
3. Stay in safe, familiar areas.
4. Take frequent breaks to avoid getting overheated.
4. Heat Safety
1. Drink water often...even if you're not thirsty.
2. Take breaks in the shade or indoors.
3. Watch for signs of heat injuries like dizziness, nausea or fatigue.
5. Online Safety
1. Don't share personal information online
2. Be very careful who you talk to or add as friends.
3. Take a break from screen time and enjoy life offline.
6. Home and Personal Safety
1. Let someone know where and when you are going somewhere.
2. Don't open the door to strangers.
3. Follow family rules when at home.
4. Trust your instincts - if something feels unsafe, get help.
7. Final Thoughts
1. Have fun and be active.
2. Make good choices and stay safe.
3. Come back after summer ready for another great school year!!
🐾 Whippet Nation Network N🎼tice 🐾
LIVE streaming for the week of May 4th through May 10th.
YouTube: Whippet Nation Network
https://www.youtube.com/@whippetnationnetwork4107
LIVE streaming for the week of May 4th through May 10th.
YouTube: Whippet Nation Network
https://www.youtube.com/@whippetnationnetwork4107
Just a reminder. Here is the link to the form for the youth volleyball camp for girls entering grades 2nd - 8th grades in the fall. Camp will be June 23rd, 24th, and 25th. Please note specific times for each grade. Please let Coach Ratka know if you have any questions. Forms are due by May 19th. https://docs.google.com/document/d/19ERoJdfRlwWNl6pCJz7f1y_o6xW7WQnd_M40MGeX0Bk/edit?tab=t.0
🏆💜 BIG DAY FOR MINDEN CL JONES TRACK & FIELD! 🖤🏆
The Whippets had an outstanding day competing against 50+ schools, big points, and multiple school records! (If it was scored) The girls would have scored 61 points to win the meet, while the boys would have placed 6th with 35 points. Great job, Whippets! 👏🐾
🔹 Girls Team Champions — 1st out of 50+ schools with 61 points 🏆
🔹 Boys Team — 6th out of 50+ schools with 35 points 💪
🚨 RECORD ALERTS 🚨
🔹 Reagan Carey broke her own school record in the 400m with an outstanding time of 59.28 🔥
🔹 Reagan Carey also broke her own school record in the Long Jump with a jump of 16’7” 🦘
🔹 Addalea Jordan broke her own school record in the Pole Vault with a vault of 8’5” 🚀
🔹 The 4x400m Relay team of Reagan Carey, Charley Eden, Berkley Hatch, and Regan Johnson broke their own school record with a time of 4:26.89 ⚡
💜 Girls Placers 🖤
🔹 Reagan Carey — 1st in the 200m — 27.36 🥇
🔹 Reagan Carey — 1st in the 400m — 59.28 🥇 School Record
🔹 Reagan Carey — 2nd in Long Jump — 16’7” 🥈 School Record
🔹 Addalea Jordan — 2nd in Pole Vault — 8’5” 🥈 School Record
🔹 4x800m Relay — 1st place — 10:37.13 🥇
Gemma Fritson, Emerson Kuehn, Regan Johnson, Blakeleigh Harsin
🔹 4x400m Relay — 2nd place — 4:26.89 🥈 School Record
Reagan Carey, Charley Eden, Berkley Hatch, Regan Johnson
🔹 Malayna Emery — 6th in the 100m Hurdles — 17.71
🔹 Regan Johnson — 7th in the 800m — 2:36.09
🔹 Blakeleigh Harsin — 7th in the 1600m — 5:45.40
💪 Boys Placers 🖤
🔹 Garrett Hartman — 1st in Discus — 146’10” 🥇
🔹 Garrett Hartman — 3rd in Shot Put — 40’7.5” 💪
🔹 Camdon Schmidt — 3rd in Triple Jump — 36’6” 🦘
🔹 Camdon Schmidt — 6th in Long Jump — 18’2”
🔹 Mason Strong — 6th in the 100m Hurdles — 16.58
🔹 Ryker Foutch — 7th in the 200m Hurdles — 30.36
🔹 Brody Casper — 8th in Shot Put — 36’8”
🔹 Boys 4x400m Relay — 5th place — 4:03.70
Vincent Hansen, Ryker Foutch, Brantley Wright, Camdon Schmidt
💜🖤 What a day for the Whippets! School records, a girls team championship, a boys top-6 team finish, and athletes competing with toughness from start to finish.
👏 Great job, Whippets! 🐾💜
RESULTS - https://www.athletic.net/TrackAnd.../meet/643255/results/all
The Whippets had an outstanding day competing against 50+ schools, big points, and multiple school records! (If it was scored) The girls would have scored 61 points to win the meet, while the boys would have placed 6th with 35 points. Great job, Whippets! 👏🐾
🔹 Girls Team Champions — 1st out of 50+ schools with 61 points 🏆
🔹 Boys Team — 6th out of 50+ schools with 35 points 💪
🚨 RECORD ALERTS 🚨
🔹 Reagan Carey broke her own school record in the 400m with an outstanding time of 59.28 🔥
🔹 Reagan Carey also broke her own school record in the Long Jump with a jump of 16’7” 🦘
🔹 Addalea Jordan broke her own school record in the Pole Vault with a vault of 8’5” 🚀
🔹 The 4x400m Relay team of Reagan Carey, Charley Eden, Berkley Hatch, and Regan Johnson broke their own school record with a time of 4:26.89 ⚡
💜 Girls Placers 🖤
🔹 Reagan Carey — 1st in the 200m — 27.36 🥇
🔹 Reagan Carey — 1st in the 400m — 59.28 🥇 School Record
🔹 Reagan Carey — 2nd in Long Jump — 16’7” 🥈 School Record
🔹 Addalea Jordan — 2nd in Pole Vault — 8’5” 🥈 School Record
🔹 4x800m Relay — 1st place — 10:37.13 🥇
Gemma Fritson, Emerson Kuehn, Regan Johnson, Blakeleigh Harsin
🔹 4x400m Relay — 2nd place — 4:26.89 🥈 School Record
Reagan Carey, Charley Eden, Berkley Hatch, Regan Johnson
🔹 Malayna Emery — 6th in the 100m Hurdles — 17.71
🔹 Regan Johnson — 7th in the 800m — 2:36.09
🔹 Blakeleigh Harsin — 7th in the 1600m — 5:45.40
💪 Boys Placers 🖤
🔹 Garrett Hartman — 1st in Discus — 146’10” 🥇
🔹 Garrett Hartman — 3rd in Shot Put — 40’7.5” 💪
🔹 Camdon Schmidt — 3rd in Triple Jump — 36’6” 🦘
🔹 Camdon Schmidt — 6th in Long Jump — 18’2”
🔹 Mason Strong — 6th in the 100m Hurdles — 16.58
🔹 Ryker Foutch — 7th in the 200m Hurdles — 30.36
🔹 Brody Casper — 8th in Shot Put — 36’8”
🔹 Boys 4x400m Relay — 5th place — 4:03.70
Vincent Hansen, Ryker Foutch, Brantley Wright, Camdon Schmidt
💜🖤 What a day for the Whippets! School records, a girls team championship, a boys top-6 team finish, and athletes competing with toughness from start to finish.
👏 Great job, Whippets! 🐾💜
RESULTS - https://www.athletic.net/TrackAnd.../meet/643255/results/all
