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The 23-24 school year is off and running. It’s been fun to see all of our students back in the building. Current enrollment at SWPS is 313 students, which is the highest enrollment numbers since 2010-2011.
Our sports and activities programs have also begun, which is a very fun and exciting time for all the coaches, sponsors, students, athletes, and parents. Please make sure to come out and support all of our students as they compete and represent our school and communities.
As many of you have seen, we have launched our social media sites. Southwest currently has a Facebook and Twitter page. (Facebook: SWRoughriders) (Twitter: @SWRoughriders) These sites can also be viewed on the school website as well. Please continue to utilize our school website as we have made come some changes to it as well. The school will post any changes or updates on our social media sites and website. Our hope is to show everyone all the great things happening at our schools.
If you are still wanting a free and reduced lunch form, it’s not too late! Please stop at the school to get a form as soon as possible. These forms are very important for state funding. Also, children who do not eat breakfast tend to struggle throughout the day with their focus on academics, so please take advantage of these programs.
Southwest Elementary School has qualified for the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program through NDE. This program is designed to help create healthier school environments and combat childhood obesity. The FFVP expands the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience, increases their fruit and vegetable consumption, and can positively impact their present and future health.
The first “down list” will be coming out on Thursday, 9/7/23 for the students in Bartley. You can check your student’s progress on Infinite Campus or you can e-mail the teacher. If a student is listed on the “down list” a letter will be mailed home. Please make sure to communicate with your child about their academic work. Communication with your child about their daily work, homework, projects, and upcoming tests can alleviate any surprises down the road. Also, please don’t hesitate to communicate with the classroom teacher if you have any questions.
Attendance is another area that parents need to be aware of. Please make sure that students are at school on a regular basis so they don’t fall behind on their classwork. SWPS must follow the mandatory attendance laws for the State of Nebraska. Parents and guardians will be notified via mail if their child is on the path of exceeding the allowable absences. Please bring a note if your child is at the doctor, dentist, orthodontists, physical therapy etc. so those absences are not counted as unexcused.
Thank you for your continued support of all of our students and staff at SWPS. We are looking forward to a great school year.
Are you watching from home on our NFHS network, and want to know who is who on the team? Here are the rosters for each fall sport team (not Cross Country or Golf of course!)
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Southwest Elementary School is a Schoolwide Title I school. We strive to provide supplemental reading and math services to all students identified as struggling to achieve at grade level. Information on our Schoolwide Plan is available here . Southwest Public Schools Individual Reading Improvement Plan (IRIP) information.
read moreReturn to School Protocols and Plan ESSERS Use of Funds Plan Notification of Teacher Qualification: Parents of students attending Southwest Public Schools may request, and the district will provide to the parents in a timely manner, information regarding the professional qualifications of the student’s teacher(s). Superintendent Contract 2023-2024 5052 School Wellness Policy Summary of review of nutrition program
read moreSchool Supply list: Please click to see the school supply lists for 2023-202 4.
read moreApplications for employment will be accepted at the Southwest Public School Business Office located at 900 Coke Street in Bartley. If no current openings are available, applications will be kept on file in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations. Click here for the Application for Employment . The form is editable, but must be printed and sent to the school, or emailed to the appropriate contact. All positions are subject to a veterans preference. Employment opportunities for the 2023-2024 school year include: Bus Drivers Substitute para-professionals to work with students (two-years of college education or equivalent required, or ability to receive certification required). Substitute teachers for grades Pre-School through 12. A completed certified staff application needs to included the following: a. Submit a letter of application b. Submit completed Southwest Public Schools Certified Application c. Submit credentials (Including three letters of reference) d. Send transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework e. . . .
read moreThe Southwest Elementary School student handbook details the rules and responsibilities of our students. If you have any questions regarding school policy, please take a moment to look it up in our 2023-2024 Student Handbook.
read moreNebraska Sex Offender Registry https://sor.nebraska.gov/ Red Willow County Sheriff’s Office http://rwcso.org/ 308-345-1850 Domestic Abuse/Sexual Assault http://ndvsac.org/ 402-476-6256 NTV News/Weather Closings http://www.nebraska.tv/category/118456/weather-closings Nebraska Road Conditions http://www.511.nebraska.gov/atis/html/index.html Crime Stoppers http://crimestoppers.swnebr.com/ 308-345-5440 High Plains Radio http://www.highplainsradio.net/ National Weather Service http://www.crh.noaa.gov/lbf/?mystation=KMCK Nebraska Health and Human Services Hotline 1-800-652-1999
read moreSouthwest Elementary School 719 E Street Indianola, Nebraska 69034 (308) 364-2613 Toll Free (855) 364-2067 Fax: (888) 626-3092 NAME TITLE EMAIL Mr. Drew Billeter Superintendent drew.billeter @swpschools.org Mrs. Tara Fries Elementary Principal tara.fries@swpschools.org Mrs. Nanci Stritt Elementary Secretary nanci.stritt@swpschools.org
read moreSouthwest Jr./Sr. High School 900 Coke St. PO Box 187 Bartley, NE 69020 (308) 692-3223 Toll Free (855) 692-3172 Fax: (888) 298-5946 NAME TITLE EMAIL Mr. Drew Billeter Superintendent drew.billeter@swpschools.org Mr. Matt Springer Secondary Principal matt.springer@swpschools.org Mr. Les Roggenkamp Athletics Director les.roggenkamp@swpschools.org Mrs. Natalie Meyers Building Secretary natalie.meyers@swpschools.org
read moreRegular meetings of the Southwest Public Schools Board of Education are held the second Monday of each month and are at 7:30 p.m. The location of the meeting alternates between the Southwest Elementary in Indianola and Southwest Jr./Sr/ High School in Bartley. The time and location will be indicated in the advance notice which is published in the Indianola News and posted in accordance with school board policy The official meeting agendas and minutes are kept on file at the superintendent's office. Meeting agendas and minutes may be viewed by clicking on the links in the table below. Please note that minutes may take up to two weeks to be posted following the meeting. They will also be made available in the Indianola News and in the school newsletter. 2023-2024 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AGENDAS AND MINUTES Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes Meeting Notice August 2023 August Agenda 2023 August 14, 2023 Board Minutes Meeting Notice September 2023 Notice of Budget Hearing and Budget Summary Notice of Special Hearing . . .
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