West Holt Public Schools

Fall 2026 Rosters

Congratulations to Felycia Kerkman, finishing her final cross country race of her career in 61st of 127 runners at the state meet!

The first grade students enjoyed learning all about the life cycle of a pumpkin through hands on activities with Debra Walnofer and the 4-H school enrichment program.

We will have a Veterans Day Video to honor the veterans during West Holt's Veterans Day Program. If you would like your veteran included in the video, please send a digital copy to Mrs. Meyer (sanmeyer@westholt.org) or bring a photo to the West Holt Public School Office. Please include the veteran's name and branch of service.

West Holt students interested in learning about health care careers traveled to O’Neill Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Students from the area gathered at Northeast Community College’s campus in O’Neill for an up-close and hands-on experience hosted by Avera, St. Anthony’s Hospital.

The participants visited 12 different stations where they were able to simulate health care careers, hear more about possible career choices and ask questions of professionals about their respective careers. Some stations offered were: Nursing, Surgery, Physical/Occupational Therapy, Radiology, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Respiratory Therapy, Dietary and Support Services, SIM (Simulator) Truck, and Higher Education Representatives.

West Holt students who participated were:
Juniors: Brinley Kerkman, Olivia Rentschler and Leah Pistulka

Sub District VB Bracket

Any juniors or seniors planning to take an online dual credit class in the Spring 2027 semester, online registration opens up at midnight on November 2nd. Some classes fill quickly. An email was sent with directions on how to do this, however, if you need a refresher on how to register, please contact Mrs. Ruppert. If you are a junior or senior who is not enrolled at NECC, you will need to contact Mrs. Ruppert ASAP to apply for admission.

UPDATED GNAC CONFERENCE VB INFORMATION: Games at Tilden
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ATqhrWILN3fYZOw0IhbU0S49MPkiIpdf/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100566155120519755571&rtpof=true&sd=true

During Nebraska History, our 4th graders learned all about the Ogallala Aquifer and its importance to Nebraska! Students worked together to create a class model before building their very own models to help them better understand how the aquifer works. What a fun, hands-on way to bring Nebraska History to life!

That's a wrap - JHVB players got together for one last time to celebrate the season and have some sundaes. Thanks for a great season. Shout to our faithful bookkeepers - Lindsey Nemetz and Mary Ciserella, and to all of the fans!!

Updated GNAC VB Tournament
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bcc_H5y1jVYuGnbkgxQpGX36_lH5hQaLwo44Gcpj6QI/edit?usp=sharing

Cross Country State T-Shirt orders are due by 11:59pm on Sunday, October 18.
The back will have our state qualifier.
https://whstatecrosscountry26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Red Ribbon Week is the week of October 26th for the elementary! The student council has been hard at work planning! Check out the dress up days they chose!
*Poster by Brooklyn Welsh and Sam Vogel

Congratulations to Felycia Kerkman on her state-qualifying 13th place finish at the District Cross Country Meet in Neligh today! 💛🐾💙

The STATE CHAMPIONS are on their way home! See ya downtown around 9:45pm-10:00pm ish (10/13/26)!

🏆🏆🏆2026 CLASS C STATE GIRLS GOLF CHAMPIONS 🏆🏆🏆 (They will be escorted into town when they return today. We will keep you posted on an ETA!)

The West Holt Junior High Volleyball team traveled to Plainview on Monday, Ocotber 12th to play in the GNAC Conference tournament. Before getting down to business, the team stopped at Just Love for lunch . The team ended up 1-1 on the day and brought home 3rd place. It was a great day for WH JHVB!

Most parents wonder at times if their child is growing and developing like other children the same age. Each child develops differently. If a child’s growth or learning is slower than that of other children the same age, it is best to check it out as soon as possible. The same is true if a child has a health condition that could be long-lasting. Many children do not “outgrow” a problem. They may need extra community services and support to live healthy and successful lives. The Early Development Network serves children from birth to age three and their families. A child is eligible for Early Development Network services if he or she is not developing typically, or has been diagnosed with a health condition that will affect his or her development. Identifying such delays or disabilities usually involves both the family and a team of professionals. To find out more, call Nebraska CHILDFIND at 1-888-806-6287