Preschool Open House
Visit the Johnson County Central Preschool Program at our Open House at Tecumseh & Cook on May 7, 2018, at 4:30-6:30 p.m. Please click here for a printable flyer (PDF) Open to all families who are currently enrolled . . . read more
First Grade - Mrs. Faris
Happy May Day! The first graders are preparing May Baskets that they will secretly deliver to their first grade friends in Mrs. Benson’s room. They will be filled with popcorn and candy treats. We love to celebrate special days in . . . read more
From Mrs. Crotty's Class
We are well into testing season, and the year is very quickly coming to an end. We have taken all of our state tests, but coming right up will be our MAP tests. Plus another field trip is just around the corner. Our state testing . . . read more
Mrs. Benson's First Grade News 2018
It is hard to believe that our school year is already to the month of April. We sure had a lot of lion weather days in March. First graders know that April showers bring May flowers, but they would prefer it showered or rained at night!! The . . . read more
Anxiously Awaiting Spring in Preschool!
By Cheryl Panko
Since seeing that the groundhog saw his shadow on Feb. 2nd, we have been anxiously awaiting Spring’s arrival. We received a tower garden in our classroom at Cook and planted peppers, peas, lettuce, bok choy, swiss chard and basil. . . . read more
Preschool Registration Is Open!
The Johnson County Central Preschool Program is now accepting registration forms for the 2018-19 school year. Our program serves children three years of age to kindergarten entrance age. A child must be three years of age on or before July . . . read more
Fifth Grade January Opportunities
By Julie Tubbesing The fifth graders are currently taking part in “Trout in the Classroom” sponsored by The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Trout eggs in the eyed stage arrived on January 16. The eggs should hatch in . . . read more
One School/One Book starts Monday, Jan 15th
The One and Only Ivan El unico e incomparable Ivan One School/One Book starts Monday, January 15, 2018. Books are being sent home for families to begin reading together. Look for your copy . . . read more
Christmas Around the World
"Buon Natale, Feliz Navidad, and Froliche Weihnachten" from the Third Grade class. At the beginning of December we packed our suitcase applied for a passport, and grabbed our map as we headed around the world to learn about . . . read more
News from First Grade - Mrs. Faris
The first graders enjoy watching the changes from summer to fall, and now from fall to winter. We are very curious in learning about the world around us. We used watercolor paints to create our own fall leaves, and they turned . . . read more
Learning Goals from Mrs. Benson’s First Grade Class of 2017-2018
First Grade can be a big step to take in becoming an independent learner and knowing more about our world through reading, math, written language, and social sciences. Our class has goals for each area or subject that we learn about each . . . read more
Mrs. Crotty's 5th Grade News
We are well on our way in second quarter and it will be over before we know it. 5th grade continues to work hard and give all of our work our very best effort. Some work can be challenging and frustrating, but we keep plugging away. We . . . read more
Fall Preschool Update
Preschool has had a very busy start to their school year! They have been learning new schedules and routines, getting to know who community workers are and how they can help their families. We have been making new friends, . . . read more
Discover the Treasure in Learning!
The 2030 Kindergarten class have been very excited about starting school! All 18 boys and girls in Mrs. Grotrian’s class are busy learning about school and rules and getting used to a full day of learning and fun! On the first day . . . read more
Welcome to Fifth Grade
By Mrs. Tubbesing
The fifth graders have had an awesome start to the 2017-2018 school year. Each fifth grade classroom has seventeen students. There is one new student in fifth grade this year and she is in Mrs. Tubbesing's room, Zoe Lamb. Zoe is a . . . read more
First Grade
Mrs. Faris
Happy May Day! The first graders had fun making a May Basket that they secretly delivered to their first grade friends in Mrs. Benson’s room. They filled them with popcorn and a few candy treats. We love special days . . . read more
5th Grade News
By: Tanya Crotty
I hope everyone had an enjoyable Easter break. The weather was amazing! It is so refreshing to see all the beautiful flowers blooming and the cute calves playing in the pastures. We had a great time in March when we . . . read more
Mrs. Benson's First Grade News
Wow, it is spring time in our first grade classroom. We have been talking about all the things that animals and people do for the different seasons as they change. We also know what helps make the seasons happen, as the earth . . . read more
Mrs. Borrenpohl's Kindergarten News
The 13 students in Mrs. Borrenpohl’s Kindergarten Class have been very busy in the beginning of the 2017 school year. We celebrated the 100th day of school on January 31st. The students decorated a cape that they wore with 100 items of . . . read more
Renaissance Home Connect
As most of you parents know, Johnson County Central Public Schools has been using Accelerated Reading for many years to allow our students to individually practice their reading skills with books of their choice. When switching over to the . . . read more
Trout in the Classroom
By Julie Tubbesing
The fifth graders are currently taking part in “Trout in the Classroom” sponsored by The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Trout eggs in the eyed stage arrived on January 11. The eggs should hatch in about a . . . read more
Notes from the Reading Room
Notes from the Reading Room – Mrs. Doeden I hope you had a joyous holiday season. It seems impossible to believe that it is already the new year. The first semester of school went by so quickly, and I am sure the . . . read more
Gingerbread Cookie Project
Mrs. Benson's First Grade class started their gingerbread project last week! They were joined by school board member Kim Wellensiek! Students mixed the dough, rolled it, and cut the cookies out! Then, Mrs. Benson baked the cookies and the . . . read more
First Grade News, December 2016
During a regular school day, first graders have a very busy schedule. Our morning is dedicated to reading. We use the Reading Street series. There are many books to read, workbooks that help us practice reading skills, and . . . read more
Happy Thanksgiving from Mrs. Hemmingsen and her Second Grade Class
On Friday, November 18th, the second graders entertained their parents, grandparents, and friends with Thanksgiving poems, songs, plays and jokes. Their outstanding performances earned them their November Pizza Hut Book-It and . . . read more
Run, Turkey, Run!
Can Mrs. Benson find the turkey? Is he safe? Read along to find out with the 1st Grade Class! read more
First Grade November News
What a wonderful fall. We have really enjoyed being outside in the warm weather and walking through all the colorful leaves. For fall in reading class, the first grade class has been working on understanding cause and effect. . . . read more
Mrs. Crotty's 5th Grade
Turkey is just around the corner. I can already smell the delicious aromas of Thanksgiving dinner. The goal each year is to not eat too much, but for some reason I am never able to abide by that. It is hard to believe that . . . read more
The Power of Play
Each day our energetic preschoolers enter the classroom door ready to learn! Accordingly, these students are given many opportunities to see, hear, touch, and connect with their surroundings. It is through these sensory experiences . . . read more
Title 1 Family Fun Night
Johnson County Central friends & families enjoyed great weather for the annual Title 1 Family Fun Night, Tailgate Party and Pumpkin Decorating on Friday, October 7th. The kids received free admission to the Thunderbirds' Football game . . . read more
Mrs. Dieckgrafe's Third Grade
Students in the third grade may find my webpage helpful in practicing many skills. On the JCC website under Tecumseh Staff, find my name and go to the class webpage . It is here that they will find resources and links for math, . . . read more
Welcome to Fifth Grade
By Mrs. Tubbesing
The fifth graders have had an awesome start to the 2016-17 school year. Each fifth grade classroom has eighteen students. Both fifth grade sections have one new student. Mrs. Crotty's room has Jade Justus and Mrs. . . . read more
Third Grade Video
Mrs. Dieckgrafe has shared a video of her Third Grade Class from the 2015-16 school year. Watch it below or send a link to share . read more
Golden Sower Books
Every year we read the Nebraska Golden Sower nominee books in the elementary library. There are ten books nominated annually for this award. Each week one of the nominees is read and discussed on its merits for the award. Students are taught . . . read more
Second Grade Bumble Bees!
We helped pollinate our cucumber plants. We did the job of bumble bees! We took the nectar from the male and sprinkled it on the female blossoms. We're hoping this makes cucumbers we can enjoy! read more
Mrs. Benson's First Grade News
It is already 4th quarter and our class is picking up the pace with reading, math facts, and writing our stories. In reading, we have been working on what kinds of stories are narrative or expository stories. We have been working and . . . read more
5th Grade Water Celebration Photos
On March 9, 2016, the fifth grade students went to the Water Celebration at Peru State College. The fifth graders took part in nine sessions where they learned the importance of water and our environment. Click on photo to view . . . read more
Ways to Help Your Preschooler at Home!
Click on the photo to see more photos! Dear Mom and Dad, I am learning so many great things at preschool. This letter tells you about some of the things that I am learning and how you can support my learning at home. . . . read more
Harvest Day / Think Spring!
Fom the Second Graders and Mrs. H. UPDATE: March 17, 2016 The second grade got to harvest their "crops" a second time today! We donated 2 bowls of lettuce and arugula to the kitchen for the salad bar. . . . read more
Read with Me - A Special Partnership
Gail Hutt, Reading K-3 Every Thursday afternoon second and third grade students at Johnson County Central partner with residents of Belle Terrace and Ridge View Towers to read stories. This gives the students great reading practice. . . . read more
Title 1: K-3rd
Mrs. Judi Borrenpohl We are making great strides in our reading and math classes in Title1! The students come into my classroom ready to go learn! In the morning, I am happy to help the classroom teachers by teaching one . . . read more
Earth Science
By Mrs. Tubbesing The fifth graders studied Earth science during the second quarter. They are currently reviewing and testing on all the Earth science skills they learned. The last week in January the fifth grade students will begin . . . read more
World Book Encyclopedia – A Great Resource for Students
World Book Encyclopedia – A Great Resource for Students The latest 2016 edition of the World Book encyclopedia is now in the elementary library. It is available for all teachers and students to use here at school. It is 33% . . . read more
Second Grade News – Mrs. Doeden
Wow! It is hard to believe that we are half way through our year together. Time sure has flown by! We have a great group of second grade students, and I am sure we will have a great second half of the year, too. . . . read more
Jolly Holiday Reading
By Mrs. Peters
Here in the elementary library we are checking out many wonderful Christmas stories to read for Accelerated Reading and just for fun. If you parents are searching for a last minute gift for your children or whole family, might I . . . read more
News from First Grade
Mrs. Faris
The first graders enjoy watching the changes from summer to fall, and now from fall to winter. We are very curious in learning about the world around us. We used watercolor paints to create our own fall leaves, . . . read more
Mrs. Benson's First Grade
Fall is a busy time in first grade. We really enjoy watching and talking about all of the changes that happen in our world. The changing of the leaves are fun to collect and see. It is always fun to walk around school on a . . . read more
The Role of a Speech-Language Pathologist in Schools
The Role of a Speech-Language Pathologist in Schools By Kim Ellicott When most people think of the role of a speech-language pathologist (SLP), they think of helping kids who have a lisp or have incorrect productions of . . . read more
Preschool: Moving On!
Preschool is moving along steadily as we dive into math, reading, writing, social skills, and creative play. We are having fun learning patterns and numbers through ten in our math curriculum. In reading and writing we are currently . . . read more
