Daily Bulletin
Burwell High School Bulletin for Friday, October 02, 2026
Saturday 10/3 Harvest of Harmony Parade @ Grand Island Depart at 7:00 AM Parade Start Time - 8:00 AM
Junior Class Meeting Juniors Will have a class meeting on Tuesday October 6th during Horn time.
Hunter Education Class Will be held: Friday, October 9, 2026 From 6:00PM-9:00PM Saturday, October 10, 2026 9:00 AM –2:00 PM At Burwell Legion Building. Participants MUST attend both sessions to complete the course & earn certification. Please bring something for lunch, snacks & drinks. Register at outdoornebraska.ne.gov Go to: Education: Traditional Course. Every participant MUST bring a filled out; Signed Parental Release Form. All registrants MUST be at least 11 years of age by October 10, 2026 to become certified. If participants are 11 years old, they will need a parent to attend class with them. Questions: Call Don Christen 308-214-0225 or see Mrs. Christen in the First Grade.
Blood Drive The Red Cross is having a blood drive on Tuesday, October 20th from 11:30 to 5:30 at the Parish Center. If you would like to sign up to donate either go to redcrossblood.org to sign up or use your app. Mrs. Konicek, Kason or Addie can also help you sign up.
School-Wide Poetry Out Loud The school-wide Poetry Out Loud date will be November 18,19, and 20th for students to get video recording of their two poems to Miss Cain. The state deadline has moved up by two months compared to past years. For more information, see Miss Cain.
Legion Oratorical Contest Students who are interested in the Constitution should check in with Miss Cain for the 2026 American Legion Oratorical Contest. This contest has great prize money!! There is a contest for grades 6-8 and another for grades 9-12. The contest is in early November so, see Miss Cain by October 2nd to get started
Play Performance Dates Play Production supporters the 2026 play dates are as follows: November 2nd- Ord November -17 Burwell Play Night November -24 Conference at Central City December 1- District at Humphrey (This is a different date than on the Purple Printed Calendar)
One-Act Play Practice Cast and crew should be at ALL practices. Remember our first performance is November 2nd so ever practice counts. Monday, October 5- 6:15pm (Drop all Scripts) Tuesday, October 6- 7am Wednesday, October 7- 7am Thursday, October 8- 6:15pm Remember that Photo Night is October 12 -Practice starts at 6:15. The cast photo will be at 7:15 and then run the play top to bottom. (Costume) October 13th - 6:15pm October 14th-7am October 15th- 6:15pm
Class of 2032 Just a reminder that five from the class still owe class dues. Please start a payment plan or see Miss Cain if you need help. Reminder: dues are due by October 31st. Thank you.
Chess Club will meet Thursday, October 8, in the library during Horn Time.
Letter Jackets - MidWest Grads will be here on Wednesday, Oct 7th, during the lunch period to talk with anyone interested in ordering a Letter Jacket. Mr. Chaffin also has information.
NRHO "Lunch and Learn" - Nebraska Rural Health Outreach (NRHO) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 14, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. via Zoom. Our speakers will be Dr. Tessa Wells, PT, DPT, and Dr. McKenzie Behrendt, OTD, OTR/L. They'll discuss careers in physical therapy and occupational therapy and the educational paths to each profession. Interested students should see Miss T to be dismissed at 11:50 to get their lunch and attend this Zoom event. Ozzy, Jordee, and Sylvia.
Junior Class Meeting - on Tuesday, October 6th, during Horn time in the library.
UNK Health Sciences Career Club via Zoom - https://unk.advance.nebraska.edu/courses/unk-health-sciences-career-club-26-27?utm_source=sfmc&utm_term=COUNT+ME+IN!&utm_content=145712&utm_id=2ce82928-d8bd-4e24-946f-1d0ff2a4533a&sfmc_activityid=1a67066e-519a-4df4-91b1-78a6d9aacb17&utm_medium=email UNK Health Sciences Career Club 26-27 High schoolers in grades 9-12 interested in healthcare professions are encouraged to join the year-long Health Science Explorers Career Club. Description Flexible enrollment allows students to join the Health Sciences Career Club after the start date, with registration remaining open through December. Convenient access: Beginning September 9, students meet virtually on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:00 - 8:00 pm. If students can't attend, they can watch recordings at their convenience. Year-round insights: Students gain firsthand insights into healthcare fields, connect with industry professionals, explore career paths, and build leadership skills. Join anytime: It's $20 to join, and membership can be renewed every year during students' high school years. The Health Sciences Career Club offers a program designed to immerse high school students throughout the academic year in the diverse and dynamic world of healthcare professions. Meeting monthly from September through May, the club serves as a comprehensive platform for students to explore a wide range of healthcare fields, including medicine, nursing, public health, and medical research. By participating in this club, students have the unique opportunity to develop essential leadership skills and prepare academically for future careers in healthcare. The program brings together motivated students from across Nebraska, Kansas, and beyond, creating a collaborative environment where participants can share ideas, experiences, and career aspirations. The club also provides practical guidance on how to find and succeed in shadowing opportunities, with connections available through our network of 20 hospital partners. In addition, students learn about scholarship opportunities at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, including the Kearney Health Opportunities Program (KHOP) and Health Science Scholars. Career Club meets via Zoom at 7:00 p.m. Central Time on the following dates: October 14, 2026 November 11, 2026 December 9, 2026 January 13, 2027 February 10, 2027 March 10, 2027 April 14, 2027 May 12, 2027
World's Finest Chocolate - See Miss T before school, at horn time, or after school for a $2 candy bar: almond, caramel, milk chocolate, crisp, wafer, and new pretzel.
MidWest Grads - will be here Wednesday, Oct 7th to pick up graduation packets and payment (if needed) over the lunch period.