JCC Cheer Camp
Johnson County Central will host a JCC Cheer Champ on June 27th, 28th, and 30th in the High School Gym! Email amber.beard@jccentral.org for more information! 2022 JCC Cheer Camp When: June 27th, 28th, & 30th Where: High . . . read more
2022 Youth Volleyball Camp
Johnson County Central Volleyball will host a Youth Volleyball Camp for 3rd-6th graders on July 18th & 19th. The camp will be 10 AM to Noon at the High School. All JCC students entering grades 3rd through 6th are invited -- and . . . read more
2022 Summer Activities Links
Bookmark this page for a quick list of links to all of the activities going on this summer 2022 at Johnson County Central! Summer Volleyball Schedule 2022 JCC Youth Volleyball Camp (July 18th-19th) 2022 Thunderbird Boys . . . read more
JCC Girls Basketball Youth Camp
The Johnson County Central Girls Basketball Team will be hosting a Girls Basketball Youth Camp on May 24th-27th, 2022. The camp will be in the High School Gym in Tecumseh. Grades 3rd-6th will be 9 AM to 10:30 AM. And Grades . . . read more
Summer Lunch 2022
Johnson County Central | Summer Meals *EAT UP* Johnson County Central School Summer Meals – With summer right around the corner, it’s time to think about summer meals while school is out. Johnson County Central . . . read more
2022 Thunderbird Boys Basketball Camps
The JCC High School Boys Basketball Staff is offering camps for current (2021-22) 3rd through 7th grade boys -- there will be a 3rd through 5th grade camp and a 6th-7th Grade camp. Read below for more information! Registration . . . read more
JCC Facilities Bond Website
JCC Public Schools is working with a team of architects, engineers, and construction managers to evaluate what our district needs to grow for the future. Information collected from state and county data, members of the community, and the . . . read more
Open House: Facility Tour Dates Announced
Johnson County Central Public Schools' Board of Education will be hosting Open Houses & Special Board of Education Meetings in March and April. All residents of the Johnson County Central School District are invited and encouraged to . . . read more
Message from Superintendent Rother
Message from Superintendent Jon Rother: In the article titled “ Bond Election Vote for New JCC School Facility on May 10 ” in the Tecumseh Chieftain (2/24/22), there is one quotation attributed to me that I would like . . . read more
JAG Nebraska Career Specialist Opening
- Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Nebraska Career Specialist - The United Way of the Midlands is currently accepting applications for a JAG Nebraska Career Specialist. The United Way of the Midlands will be partnering . . . read more
JCC Plan for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services - REVIEWED
Through the American Rescue Plane (ARP) and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER), Johnson County Central is allocated to receive $784,461 in federal funds to address the needs of students, their safe return to school . . . read more
E-rate Cat2.2022
Cat2.2022 E-Rate Documents RFP - Cat2.2022 AP Licensing (PDF) Johnson County Central Public Schools is seeking proposals for support and management licensing for eighty-four (84) access points. Proposed support and management . . . read more
Superintendent Monthly Update: February 2022
The Bond | The 2022-23 School Calendar
Superintendent Monthly Update By Jon Rother February 2022 The Bond On May 10, 2022, Johnson County Central voters will decide whether to build a new facility for the education and safety of all students . . . read more
2022 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament
The brackets have been released for the 2022 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament held in Beatrice, Nebraska. The tournament will run Monday through Saturday, January 10th-15th, 2022, at the Beatrice City Auditorium and Beatrice Middle School. . . . read more
2021 JCC Winter Music Concert Replays
Please check out the replays from all of our winter music programs! A big thank you to our music directors Tom Doran & Emily Fricke! Grades 9-12 Concert: 12/2/21 Grades 4-8 Concert: 12/10/21 . . . read more
JCC Preschool Enrollment: OPEN NOW!
JCC Preschool Application Form (CLICK HERE!) Dear Family, It is time to begin thinking about the 2022-2023 preschool academic year. We know you are your child’s first and most important teacher, and we would love to join . . . read more
HOSA Blood Drive: Dec 7th
HOSA is sponsoring a Blood Drive on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the JCC HS Gym. We are hoping you might take about an hour out of your day to donate blood and help save lives of patients in need. If you would like to . . . read more
Superintendent Monthly Update: JCC School Bond Steering Committee
Superintendent Monthly Update: November 2021 JCC School Bond Steering Committee Who They Are and What They Do By Jon Rother Please click here for PDF (printable) version. In the process of discussing an . . . read more
Veterans Day Programs Replays
Johnson County Central held two Veterans Day Programs on Thursday, November 11th, 2021. Here are the replays from both programs. Thank you Kristen Gordon and Keith Osterhoudt, today’s honored speakers, for your service to our . . . read more
Save the Date: JCC Preschool Enrollment Opens Dec 1st
Johnson County Central Preschool enrollment opens December 1st, 2021, for the 2022-23 school year. An online application can be completed beginning on December 1st, 2021 on www.jccentral.org. If you have any questions or would . . . read more
First Grade News!!!
With the support of the Nebraska Arts Council and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment organizations, we are excited to tell you that we received a School Bus for the Arts grant from these organizations to support our visit to The Rose Theatre . . . read more
Rock Into Reading at the Scholastic Book Fair!
Johnson County Central Public Schools is hosting a Book Fair at the Elementary and Middle School libraries. September 20th-24th, 2021 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday - 3:35 PM to 4:00 PM Wednesday during P/T . . . read more
FanCloth: Cheerleader Clothing Fundraiser
The cheerleaders are once again having their FanCloth clothing fundraiser. Please view the attached catalog and the variety of options for clothing. JCC Cheer FanCloth Fundraiser Please view the catalog through the link provided . . . read more
Announcing the Thunderbird Fall Classic Golf Tournament Starting in October 2021
Johnson County Central is proud to announce a brand new event open to all Thunderbird alumni and all alumni of any former schools who are now part of the Thunderbird Family! Please join us for the first annual Thunderbird Fall . . . read more
JCC American Rescue Plan ESSER III Public Survey
Through the federal American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief fund, Johnson County Central is eligible for $785,009 to continue safe in-person instruction and to address unfinished teaching and learning to mitigate . . . read more
Homecoming 2021 - Spirit Week
Homecoming King & Queen Coronation: Starting planning for the 2021 JCC Homecoming Spirit Week coming September 13th-17th! The Spirit Week will conclude with the parade on Friday, Sept 17th, the football game vs . . . read more
School Picture Day Is Coming Soon!
You now have the convenience to place an online order for School Pictures! Order your school pictures before picture day on Friday, September 3rd, 2021! If you'd like to order by cash or check, an envelope will be sent home with your . . . read more
School Lunches for 2021-22 School Year
School Meals at No Charge for All Students (8/2/21) PDF SCHOOL MEALS AT NO CHARGE FOR ALL STUDENTS Effective for the School Year 2021-22, Johnson County Central will serve meals at no charge to enrolled students. The U.S. . . . read more
JCC Plan for Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services
American Rescue Plan & Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds
Through the American Rescue Plane (ARP) and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER), Johnson County Central is allocated to receive $784,461 in federal funds to address the needs of students, their safe return to school . . . read more
Summer Lunch 2021
JCC Summer Lunch Program 2021 MEET UP, *EAT UP* Let's meet up for some good food and fun!!! WHEN : May 24th thru July 29th TIME : 11:30 am to 12:30 pm No Meals Fridays or Holidays WHERE : JCC High School . . . read more
Summer Reading
You can continue to practice your reading through Renaissance Accelerated Reading! Go to: https://global-zone50.renaissance-go.com/welcomeportal/204229 Login with your usual AR username and password. Use the myOn e-books . . . read more
JCC Facilities Story
Putting "it" in Front of the Public - Written by Jon Rother (Click on link for a printable PDF) When the Nemaha Valley and Tecumseh school districts merged in 2007, there was a lot of uncertainty. What will our new . . . read more
NSAA Student Advisory Committee Selection
GREAT NEWS! JCC’s Rita Ceballos has been selected to serve on the NSAA Student Advisory Committee for the 2021-22 and 2022-23 school years! We are very proud of Rita for this honor. She will serve on the committee for . . . read more
Third Quarter Honor Roll - High School & Middle School
Congratulations to all students recognized on the Third Quarter Honor Roll! JCC Middle School - 3rd Quarter Honor Roll (PDF) JCC High School - 3rd Quarter Honor Roll (PDF) read more
JCC Striv Sponsorship Opportunity
May 11th, 2022 Dear Potential Supporter, JCC Striv is excited to provide to offer sponsorships for our student live stream crew for our second straight year ! This is a great opportunity not only to highlight your business to a . . . read more
Buy A Yearbook!
Click here to purchase a JCC Yearbook online! read more
E-rate Cat2.2021
Cat2.2021 E-rate Documents RFP - Cat2.2021 Firewall (PDF) Johnson County Central Public Schools is seeking proposals for, or highly equivalent to, CIPAfilter firewall device; part number CF350. See Appendix A for further . . . read more
JCC Preschool Applications
The Johnson Country Central Preschool Program will be accepting applications starting February 1st for the 2021-22 school year. Preschool Application Form (Click Here) Dear Family, It is time to begin thinking . . . read more
2021 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament
Click below for the full final brackets with all scores (PDF) 2021 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament - Girls Bracket 2021 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament - Boys Bracket . . . read more
2020 JCC Christmas Music Concert (VIDEO)
Johnson County Central Public Schools is excited to showcase a variety of vocal & instrumental groups featuring all K-12 grades for our 2020 Christmas Music Concert. Please enjoy this video we have created to celebrate this festive . . . read more
Revised School Calendar (12/15/20)
Due to the ongoing uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, two additional teacher work days have been added to the calendar; January 29th and March 1st. There will be no school for students on these days, however teachers and staff will be . . . read more
JCC PTO Wish Tree
The JCC PTO is happy to offer the Wish Tree again this year for the teachers at JCC! Due to COVID restrictions, we decided to put together an Amazon gift list to share. Please reach out to the JCC PTO Facebook page if you have any . . . read more
Three C's
As the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the state, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Governor’s office have launched a campaign to encourage Nebraskans to stay committed to good health habits. The . . . read more
New Online Payment System: SchoolPay
On Monday, November 30th, Johnson County Central Public Schools will be moving to a new online payment system called SchoolPay for all online lunch payments. In order to make this transition as easy as possible, we will be sending out . . . read more
Band Fundraiser - Watkins
Support the band by ordering Watkins Products. All orders and money are due to the school by Thursday, Nov. 19th. Please make sure to completely fill out your order form. All orders should arrive before Christmas break. Watkins . . . read more
Subdistrict Volleyball
The JCC Volleyball team will play in the C2-1 Subdistrict at Freeman . All games will be live streamed on the Freeman Striv Channel ( striv.tv/freeman ). Fans will be asked to immediately clear the gym & building at the . . . read more
Miles for Music 5K
This Saturday morning at 9:00 AM is the Miles for Music 5K! We hope you can come and support the band department by running, walking, or even riding a bike on our route. Bring friends! Registration table opens at 8:15am. Walk ups are . . . read more
Booster Club T-Bird Apparel
The JCC T-Bird Booster Club is hosting an online Thunderbird Apparel store. The store will be available all year -- and will have different specials each month. The first 2 weeks of October is free shipping! Thunderbird Store Link . . . read more
JCC Event & Protocol Updates (9/29/2020)
EVENT UPDATES: Due to COVID-related reasons here are the upcoming changes to our activities: Girls Golf: Thursday, October 1st, JCC will not be participating in the Lincoln Christian Invite Football: . . . read more
Fan Cloth Fundraiser - JCC Cheerleaders
The JCC Cheerleaders are selling JCC clothing to help defray the costs of uniforms, camp, and supplies. Please utilize the following link: Fan Cloth to shop for your JCC clothing . When asked for the student you are supporting please . . . read more
Scholastic Book Fair 2020
Let’s Have a Book Fiesta! Scholastic Book Fair in September Elementary and Middle School Libraries Reading is the most important skill you can teach a child. Of all the skills children learn, it is the one you can influence . . . read more
Homecoming Spirit Week
Homecoming 2020 Week of September 8th-11th Spirit Week Click here for a printable PDF schedule! Monday, Sept 7th: NO SCHOOL - LABOR DAY Tuesday, Sept 8th: Color Wars Seniors: Black Juniors: White . . . read more
JCC Arts Instagram
We have an Instagram! Join our 6th grade through 12th grade artists as they create. All are welcome, like, share, and connect. https://www.instagram.com/jcc.arts/ read more
Order Your School Pictures Today!
School pictures are scheduled for Friday, September 4th at both sites. Paper packets for ordering have already been sent home. You can also place your school photos orders online here: www.martinphotography.hhimagehost.com . . . . read more
Away Event Protocols 2020-21
Thunderbirds, We will try to post all protocols we have for both home & away events. Please remember, we do offer digital editions of our paper programs for our home events here . HOME EVENTS: JCC Game Day . . . read more
Programs
Digital copies of all our paper programs will be made available here in PDF form. January 19th, 2021 - JV/V G/B Basketball vs Weeping Water January 8th, 2021 - JV/V Girls Basketball vs Auburn ( Parents Night Insert . . . read more
Cook Site Open House Presentations
Please check out the following Open House Presentations for Grades 4th-8th. 4th Grade Open House Presentation: Direct Link 5th Grade Open House Presentation: Direct Link 6th Grade Open . . . read more
JCC 2020-21 COVID Levels Protocol
*UPDATED 7-28-20*
Please click here for a printable PDF version of the JCC 2020-21 COVID Levels Protocol (PDF) Students, staff and visitors are to have a mask/facial covering available. If a student/staff/visitor does not have a mask or . . . read more
Superintendent Message: Starting the 2020-21 School Year
Superintendent Message: Starting the 2020-21 School Year A video message from JCC Superintendent Jon Rother on Wednesday, July 22, 2020: Starting the 2020-21 School Year References: JCC 2020-21 COVID Levels . . . read more
SEL Resources Regarding COVID-19
LINKS: Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 (National Association of School Psychologists) Helping Children Cope With Stress During The 2019-nCoV Outbreak (WHO) - PDF COVID-19: Coping With Stress . . . read more
Home Internet Survey
In order to help better serve our students, please fill out this form regarding home internet access as best as possible. We will use this feedback to help determine areas of need for assistance with home internet access. Click . . . read more
School Improvement Progress: August 2020
School Improvement is an ongoing process that examines our practices, programs, and curriculum. From these observations we make plans to improve teaching practices to increase student learning and achievement. Standards alignment, assessment . . . read more
Student Assistance Team
Johnson County Central Schools has a Student Assistance Team (SAT) in place in each of the school buildings. This team is composed of classroom teachers, administrators, guidance counselors, and enrichment teachers who meet to discuss student . . . read more
JCC Early Start to 2020-21 School Year
In light of last school year’s COVID-19 events, JCC has made the decision to have an early start to the 2020-2021 school year. In doing such, we hope to get students back into school after a very long time away from our best . . . read more
Summer Reading Growth
For those students who want to build their reading skills and their love of reading Johnson County Central Elementary and Middle School will have the libraries available for a limited time this summer. Wednesdays from 11:30 . . . read more
Cook Site Student Honors Recognition
Please congratulate all students recognized for receiving the following awards: President's Award for Academic Excellence, Community Service Awards, Duke TIP Recipients, and academic excellence appearing on the Honor Roll with Distinction . . . read more
Summer Weight Room Information
2020 Summer Weight Room Guidelines June 1st - July 31st JCC SUMMER WEIGHT ROOM COVID-19 MONITORING PROTOCOL- SUMMER 2020 We will be following the NSAA guidelines for summer weight room. We are limiting our groups to . . . read more
End of School Year Video Message from Dr. Boldt
Please enjoy this video message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Galen Boldt at the end of the school year, published on May 22nd, 2020. read more
Summer Strength Training Survey
Summer Weight Training Survey Google Form Dear Student-Athletes, Please help us provide the best summer weight lifting experience by answering some questions about your needs. The Governor and the NSAA have recently put . . . read more
Summer 2020 Lunch Program
Johnson County Central will be offering a Grab-n-Go Lunch with a breakfast for the following day starting Monday, June 1st and continuing through Thursday, July 16th . Lunches will be curbside pick-up Monday through Thursday in . . . read more
WATCH: JCC Board Meeting
The Johnson County Central Public Schools Board of Education Meeting on Wednesday, May 13th, 2020, at 6:30 PM, will be streamed live on the JCC Striv Channel . To watch the meeting live, click here ( . . . read more
Library Resources: AR & Axis360
Library information from Mrs. Peters: JCC students will be able to access Accelerated Reading quizzes with any internet access. The website is : https://global-zone50.renaissance-go.com/welcomeportal/204229 Students should log in . . . read more
Online Resources
Here is a running list of online resources available to students/families while school is temporarily closed. Please click on each resource for more information. (Updated 4/6/20 9:00 AM) . . . read more
Music Class Website
From Mrs. Fricke: For all of my 4-6 Music kids/parents... you can now access our songs on the website we use in class for 30 days! Just follow the link! #GoJCC https://www.eemusicclass.com/shared/mSxCh7e9BsDav4Qa read more
Food Service Sign Up Link
Google Form Sign Up Link Johnson County Central is working to provide food for all JCC while the school is closed. This food service will be FREE for all JCC students ages 18 months-18 years. This will include a brown bag lunch and . . . read more
World Book Online
Dear Parents/Guardians, Our school district has a subscription to World Book Online! This means you have FREE access from home or on the go with any internet-connected device. What is World Book Online . . . read more
Using Zoom (Instructions/FAQ)
One resource available to our students/staff for remote instruction is Zoom . Below is a list of resources/instructions for using this app. Students should already have the Zoom app installed on their iPads. If available, students can . . . read more
Important Information about the Coronavirus
April 17th, 2020 Video Update Video update from JCC Superintendent Dr. Boldt (4/17/2020) April 2, 2020 ESU 4 School Districts Update + Video Update Video update from JCC Superintendent Dr. Boldt . . . read more
Southeast Nebraska Family Resource Fair
Southeast Nebraska Parent Fair for parents of students with disabilities at Syracuse Middle School. Flyer (PDF) read more
E-Rate Cat2.2020
Cat2.2020 E-Rate Documents RFP - Cat2.2020 - UPS (PDF) QUESTIONS: QUESTIONS ON POTENTIAL POWER DISTRIBUTION UNIT 1. Do you need horizontal or vertical? Horizontal is most desired. But either horizontal . . . read more
2020 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament (Updated)
The brackets have been released for the 2020 MUDECAS Basketball Tournament held in Beatrice, Nebraska. The tournament will run Monday through Saturday, January 13th-18th, 2020. The JCC Girls Basketball Team received the 3rd Seed in the B . . . read more
Circle of Security Parenting Class
All parents wish children came with instructions. It often feels like we’re just making it up as we go along, never sure if we’re getting it right. Circle of Security™-Parenting is an 8-week parenting program based on years . . . read more
An App or Your Lap?
Submitted by Lisa Othmer
Since we live in a world that is continuously advancing technologically, it is no wonder that the amount of screen time we all encounter has increased. However, is this optimal for young children? Perhaps we need to stop and ask . . . read more
Blood Drive
The Johnson County Central High School National Honor Society Chapter is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, December 10th in the high school gym. If you are interested in setting up an appointment to donate, sign up online at . . . read more
JCC Cook Site Donation Drive for Troops Serving Overseas
Please donate items listed for troops serving in our military. Items will be delivered to the Ladies Auxiliary of Cook along with letters from students for our active duty soldiers. Thank you for your support! Click here for a list of . . . read more
Winter Sports Concession Stand Sign Up
The winter sports seasons are starting! Please sign up for a time to work in the concession stand. There are 80 slots to fill, we need everyone to help! Thank you. . . . read more
Parent Surveys | School Improvement
The Perceptual Data Committee needs all parents of students, who attend JCC, to complete the parent survey by November 22, 2019. Please click on the appropriate link based on your students grade level. If you have multiple children in various . . . read more
Book Fair Under the Sea
Reading for pleasure inside and outside of school has real and long-lasting benefits. It unlocks the power of information and imagination and helps children discover who they are. Johnson County Central Public Schools will be hosting a . . . read more
Title 1 Informational Meeting and Pumpkin Night Recap
On Friday, October 11, 2019 Johnson County Central held its informational meeting and pumpkin decorating night. Parents and students were invited to attend the annual meeting held in the high school cafeteria to find out details about the . . . read more
Title Pumpkin Fun Night 2019
Please join us for the Family Fun Night / Tailgate Party / Pumpkin Decorating for Pre-K thru 5th Grades on Friday, October 11th, 2019. *** All attendees must attend an informational Title 1 meeting in the high school cafeteria at . . . read more
JCC Cheerleading Fundraiser
Please help the JCC cheerleaders raise money for the cost of uniforms, camps, community service, and more. All FanCloth ordering is online!!! FANCLOTH.SHOP/AEBVQ At CHECKOUT be sure to enter the cheerleader’s name you . . . read more
2019 Homecoming Week
Johnson County Central would like to invite EVERYONE in helping the students and staff celebrate Homecoming 2019! The Parade and Pep Rally will be held WEDNESDAY, September 18, 2019. 2019 JCC Homecoming Coronation . . . read more
Fall Kick-Off Tailgate
The JCC Booster Club invites you to the Fall Kick-Off Tailgate on Friday, August 30th. Please join us for football, fun, & fun on Friday as the Thunderbirds face the North Bend Central Tigers. The tailgate starts at 6:00 PM and . . . read more
JCC Wrestling Gear Available!
Check out the JCC Wrestling Team Store -- open now until September 23rd! Please grab some gear & support our wrestlers! https://stores.inksoft.com/jccwrestling/shop/home read more
Booster Club Fall Concessions Sign Up
We have the 2019 Fall Sports Concession Stand Sign-up ready! You may click on the link below and sign up for the time slot that works best for your schedule. If every parent chooses one time to volunteer, then our schedule will be . . . read more
Mobile Trailer Available
Mobile Trailer Available Johnson County Central School District Johnson County Central Public Schools has a 66 X 27 Mobile Trailer we will not be using. Please contact Dr. Galen Boldt at 402-335-3320 or galen.boldt@jccentral.org if . . . read more
Summer Programs Links
As we receive information regarding summer programs, we will list all of the links on this one page! Updated 12:44 PM, Monday, May 20th • Wrestling Summer Schedule: June | July • 2019 Wrestling T-Bird Camp . . . read more
Boys Basketball Camps
The JCC High School Boys Basketball Staff is offering an opportunity for current (2018-19) 3rd thru 7th grade athletes to improve their fundamental basketball skills including shooting, ball handling, footwork as well . . . read more
Summer Strength/Condition Schedule
Click here for a PRINTABLE PDF Mondays-Fridays Session 1: 6:00 AM 7:00 AM Session 2: 7:00 AM 8:00 AM Session 3: 8:00 . . . read more
Food That's In When School Is Out
Johnson County Central Public Schools is working to make sure that no children in our community go hungry when school is closed this summer. Over 50% of children in our District receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year, but . . . read more
Community Input Meetings FAQ
JCC Elementary Principal Jon Rother and Interim Superintendent Galen Boldt tackle some of the frequently asked questions regarding the Community Input Meetings, such as "Why did we have the Community Input Meetings?" FAQ . . . read more
Community Informational Meetings (April 2019)
Johnson County Central Public Schools is hosting informational meetings. The purpose of the meetings is to update the community about the future planning of our school district. All residents of the Johnson County Central Public School . . . read more
Go With The Flo
HOSA is selling T-shirts to help raise money for an adapted bike for Flo, daughter of Daisy our high school secretary. The bike that they are looking at for Flo will help compensate for her balance problems, which make it impossible for her . . . read more
Preschool Information
The Johnson Country Central Preschool Program has Pre-K openings available for the 2019-20 school year. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please print an application or pick up an application from the elementary office in . . . read more
Annual Title 1 Meeting
All are invited to attend our Annual Title 1 Meeting being held on Thursday, April 18 at 4:00 p.m. in the JCC Elementary School Library in Tecumseh. The purpose of this meeting is to review and/or update our School-Parent Compact, Title 1 . . . read more
3rd Quarter Honor Roll
The JCC Honor Rolls for the Third Quarter: JCC Middle School Honor Roll -- Third Quarter 2018-19 (PDF) JCC High School Honor Roll -- Third Quarter 2018-19 (PDF) CORRECTED read more
Vaping and What Kids Had to Share
Please read this article regarding Teenagers and Vaping Concerns that Johnson County Central Schools wants to share with you. This article is provided to increase the knowledge that parents have regarding Vaping Concerns with Teenagers. . . . read more
Community Informational Meetings
JOHNSON COUNTY CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS "The Future of Our School" Johnson County Central Public Schools is hosting informational meetings about the future of our school. All . . . read more
The Flu: A Guide for Parents
The Flu: A Guide for Parents Please click on the links below for a PDF guide on the flu. English (PDF) Spanish (PDF) Symptoms of Influenza: 1. Fever (not everyone will have a . . . read more
Spirit Car Decals
JCC Band Students grades 7-12 are selling SPIRIT CAR DECALS now until December 17th! Decals are all white and can be personalized with a name, nickname, or jersey number at no additional cost! Decals are $10 each. . . . read more
JCC Booster Club: Hot Beef Dinner
The JCC Booster Club invites you to the Hot Beef Dinner on Friday, December 14th starting at 5:00 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. The dinner includes hot beef over bread & hand-peeled mashed potatoes, corn & dessert at $8 . . . read more
Vaping: The Risks to Our Students
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Patrons of Johnson County Central School District, Johnson County Central Schools, similar to many other schools in the area, would like to inform our parents, guardians, and patrons about the dangers/risks . . . read more
Winter Concessions Sign-Up
Sign up to work the winter concessions! Click here for the sign up sheet . read more
Scholastic Book Fair
Come, be enchanted at the Scholastic Book Fair! We are open at 1:00 - 8:00 today at Tecumseh and Cook sites for your shopping convenience during P/T Conferences. Also online at scholastic.com/bookfairs or download the Scholastic Book Fair app . . . read more
Community Input Meetings
Johnson County Central Public Schools Community Input Meeting “The Future of Our Schools” Johnson County Central Public Schools is hosting the following public input meetings in an effort to gather information from . . . read more
Title 1 Annual Meeting & Pumpkin Night Recap
On Friday, October 12, 2018, Johnson County Central held its annual meeting and pumpkin decorating night. Parents and students were invited to attend the annual meeting held in the high school cafeteria to find out details about the Title 1 . . . read more
Our Scholastic Book Fair
Welcome to the Enchanted Forest Book Fair! Reading for pleasure unlocks the power of information and imagination and helps children discover who they are. Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings the books kids want to . . . read more
Job Opening: Director of Maintenance
Director of Maintenance Position Johnson County Central Schools Johnson County Central is advertising for a full-time Director of Maintenance position. Preferred candidate must be detailed oriented. Skilled or experienced in . . . read more
October 12 Tailgates & Events
Come enjoy a night filled with activities leading up to the JCC vs Malcolm football game on Friday, October 12th! Family Fun Night/Tailgate Party/Pumpkin Decorating (Pre-K thru 5th Grade) - 5:15 PM Location: Must attend an . . . read more
Homecoming Spirit Week 2018
Johnson County Central will celebrate Homecoming Spirit Week on October 15th through the 18th. The school-wide parade & pep rally will be on Thursday, October 18th . (There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 19th.) The Parade . . . read more
NHS Blood Drive
JCC National Honor Society members will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, September 11th from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students, staff, parents and community members who wish to give to help save a life should contact National Honor . . . read more
Open Houses 2018-19 School Year
Help us kick off the 2018-19 school year by joining us for some of our Open Houses! » Wednesday, August 15th, 5-6 PM - Cook Site Elementary Open House (Grades 4-5) » Wednesday, August 15th, 5-6 PM - . . . read more
Food That's In When School Is Out
Johnson County Central Public Schools is working to make sure that no child, goes hungry when school is closed this summer. Over 50% of children in the Johnson County Central Public Schools receive free or reduced-price meals during the . . . read more
Special Programs Recognition
Cook Site Honors Program Recognitions President's Award for Academic Excellence 8th Grade Recipients From left to right Back Row: Madison Pingel, Madelyn Harrifeld, Dakotah Ludemann, Emma Swanda, Kaita Baird, . . . read more
JCC Summer Activities (List)
This is an updating list of summer activities available at Johnson County Central Public Schools. Please bookmark this page for future reference. Additional events will be added as we receive their information. ( Please note - not all summer . . . read more
Summer Open Band
Any band students going into grades 6-12 are welcome to come to OPEN BAND on Wednesday afternoons from 1p-3p during the summer months. OPEN BAND starts June 6th . Students can use this time to: Work on pep band Get some lesson . . . read more
Summer Strength/Conditioning Schedule
Mondays through Fridays: Session 1 – 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM Session 2 – 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM Session 3 – 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM Session 4 – 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Session 5 – 10:00 AM to . . . read more
Thunderbird Basketball Summer Camps
The JCC High School Boys Basketball Staff is offering an opportunity for current (2017-18) 3rd-5th Grade and 6th-7th Grade Athletes to improve their fundamental basketball skills including shooting, ball handling, footwork as well as . . . read more
Schoolwide Plans
SCHOOLWIDE PLANS Schoolwide Plan - Cook Site (PDF) Schoolwide Plan - Middle School Site (PDF) Schoolwide Plan - Tecumseh Site (PDF) read more
All-School Play: "It's a Wonderful Life"
The Johnson County Central Drama Department is excited to present "It's a Wonderful Life," an all-school production consisting of an extensive cast & crew of 59 members! Click here for a printable flyer (PDF) . . . read more
Job Openings
HIGH SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS Johnson County Central Public Schools has an opening for the 2018-19 school year for a High School Language Arts teacher. Speech and Drama will likely be part of the assignment. The high school . . . read more
RFP Custodial Services
RFP - Custodial Services (PDF) Johnson County Central Public Schools will receive proposals for Custodial Services for a period of one year from June 1, 2018 through May 31, 2019. Proposals will be accepted from March 19, 2018 and no . . . read more
Introducing NSCAS for Student Learning
Nebraska Student-Centered Assessment System (NSCAS) helps accelerate student learning
This school year, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) begins the development and implementation of Nebraska’s Student-Centered Assessment System or NSCAS (pronounced, “en-skass”). NSCAS is a statewide . . . read more
Community Service Form
Here is the community service form for students to fill out for community service that they completed between April 1, 2017 and March 31, 2018. They need to fill in what the service was that they completed and where they did it, the amount of . . . read more
Guide on Influenza Virus
Influenza is a widespread viral illness at this time. The following is a guide to parents on the Influenza virus. If anyone in your family starts to experience any of the symptoms of this virus, please contact your healthcare provider for . . . read more
Johnson County Spelling Bee
The Johnson County Spelling Bee will be on Saturday, February 3, 2018. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and competition starts at 9:00 a.m. in the JCC Tecumseh Site Elementary Gym. Click here for the flyer for the 2018 Johnson . . . read more
JCC Winter Music Concerts Replay
Courtesy of the Johnson County Central Striv team, all major JCC music concerts are live streamed on the JCC Striv Channel . The JCC Music Department is directed by Dean Wellensiek (Vocal Music), Emily Fricke (Instrumental/Vocal Music) and . . . read more
Winter Concessions Signup
Click here to sign up for working winter concessions ! read more
Get Ready for One School/One Book Part 2
There’s nothing like reading a good book on a cold winter’s night, snuggled in your favorite blanket beside the fireplace. It’s time for our second One School/One Book and January is a good time to read. It’s too cold . . . read more
Upcoming Blood Drive - December 8th
The Johnson County Central High School National Honor Society is hosting a blood drive in the high school gym on Friday, December 8th, 2017 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. Help our school earn scholarships for students by donating blood at the Red . . . read more
JCC Book Fair
Saddle Up and Read at the Scholastic Wild West Book Fair
Link: http://www.scholastic.com/bf/johnsoncountycentral Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings the books kids want to read right into our school. It’s a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books . . . read more
Homecoming 2017
Johnson County Central would like to invite EVERYONE in helping the students and staff celebrate Homecoming 2017! For a printable flyer of the Spirit Week Days & Parade/Pep Rally information, please click here: Spirit Week 2017 . (PDF) . . . read more
JCC Cheerleaders Fundraiser
The Johnson County Central Cheerleaders are offering Thunderbird clothing again this year for their fundraiser! Sales end Monday, September 25th, 2017 at 3:30 p.m.! The JCC Cheerleaders thank you for your support! Please make all . . . read more
JCC CC Invitational Results
Johnson County Central hosted the JCC Cross Country Invitational at the Tecumseh Country Club on Friday, September 1st, 2017. Johnson County Central CC Invitational Results (PDF) Teams attending included Bishop . . . read more
One District, One Book
This year on Tuesday, September 5 our school, grades PK-8 will be embarking on a special project, a district-wide book club called One School/One Book. Every family will receive a copy of the same books – Betty G. Birney’s The . . . read more
Welcome Back! 2017-18 School Year
Welcome to the 2017-18 School Year at Johnson County Central Public Schools! Classes at JCC start on Tuesday, August 22nd. Teachers report back on Tuesday, August 15th, including two days of Marzano Training! Parents and students . . . read more
Locker Room Lockers For Sale
The old lockers removed from the high school locker room are available for sale. To make a purchase, please submit your best offer to Mr. Moles via email (jack.moles@jccentral.org) or text (402-335-7732). Offers may also be . . . read more
Summer Meals for Kids!
Food That's In When School Is Out Johnson County Central Public Schools is working to make sure that no children in our community go hungry when school is closed this summer. Over 50% of children in our District receive free or . . . read more
JCC Summer Camp Registrations available here!
Join us for a variety of activities for the 2017 summer! We will be actively adding more information as we gather it here! So check back often! Sterling Jets Football Camp July 26th, 27th, & 28th Grades 3-8 @ . . . read more
2017 E-Rate RFP
2017 E-Rate RFP Documents RFP - Cat2.2017 Wireless (PDF) RFP - Cat2.2017 Cabling (PDF) RFP - Cat2.2017 Switches (PDF) QUESTIONS: 1. If you only accept new products does the vendor need to be an . . . read more
ELPA-21: An Assessment for English Language Learners
Every year, students who are English Language Learners take an assessment to measure their abilities in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening in English. We use the results of this test to measure student growth, make decisions about how . . . read more
Voice of Democracy Contest Winners Announced
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8221 Voice of Democracy Contest Winners for 2016-17 Theme for 2016-17: "My Responsibility to America" Six students from Johnson County Central Public Schools were . . . read more
P.E. = The best homework!
Hello Everyone! The K-3 students have physical education every day. Studies show that it is good for the students to get exercise every day as it helps students improve their academics. I give the kids homework every weekend to get . . . read more
Veterans Day Programs
Johnson County Central will host two Veterans Day Programs, both at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, November 11th, 2016. The programs will be held in the High School Gym in Tecumseh and the Middle School Gym in Cook. Featured presentations . . . read more
Shiver Me Timbers!
Remember the Scholastic Book Fair starts next week and runs through October 24-28 at both the Elementary Library in Tecumseh and the Middle School Library DL room in Cook. Shop online too ! Find the link on the school’s website . . . read more
School Improvement - School Accreditation
We are very excited to report that Johnson County Central Public Schools received the AdvancED distinction of accreditation for a five-year term. This follows the completion of the steps in the school improvement cycle and the results . . . read more
Homecoming 2016
Johnson County Central celebrates its 10th Homecoming the week of September 12th through 16th. Please help us celebrate with our dress-up days! The week concludes with Spirit Day and a school-wide parade at 2:00 pm. starting at the . . . read more
Windows 10 Intro Tutorials
WINDOWS 10 INTRODUCTORY TUTORIALS Start Menu Creating Desktop & Taskbar Shortcuts Web Link Shortcuts Control Panel & Installing Printers . . . read more
Back to School 2016
Welcome back for the 2016-2017 School Year! Click here to view school supplies lists for the 2016-17 year! UPCOMING EVENTS: Freshmen & New High School Student iPad Orientations -- Monday, August 15th or . . . read more
Summer Programs
Check back for any information about summer programs around Johnson County Central! Summer Reading & Math Program (PDF) Starts June 6th Summer Food Program -- Kids eat free! June 6th thru July 28 (Monday thru . . . read more
JCC Hosts Missoula Children's Theatre
This week, Johnson County Central Public Schools is hosting the Missoula Children's Theatre. The MCT is a company that has everything needed to put on a musical play in a week! MCT brings the directors, the set, the costumes, . . . read more
A Conversation On Goals (Video)
JCC Superintendent Jack Moles interviews three high school students on goals. This discussion included junior Sam Saldivar, senior Mitch Faris and senior Grant Moles. read more
2016 Summer Driver's Education
JCC 2016 Summer Driver’s Education Luke Boldt & Greg Peterson – Instructors Classroom Instruction: May 23 rd – May 26 (Monday through Thursday) 9:00am – 2:30pm (30 min lunch) . . . read more
RFP - Custodial Services
2016 RFP Documents RFP Documents RFP - Custodial Services (PDF) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CONTRACTED CUSTODIAL SERVICES FOR JOHNSON COUNTY CENTRAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Johnson County Central Public Schools . . . read more
Health News
Since we are starting to see several cases of strep throat and other viral infections, the Southeast District Health Department has included information on Strep Throat and Influenza for parents. Please click on the links provided below . . . read more
Thunderbird car decals for sale
Thunderbird Car Decals For Sale January 11-25th See a band member in grades 8-11 or contact Emily Fricke to order yours! These all white decals will stick to any glass surface, particularly fon . . . read more
Nebraska State Accountability (NeSA) Assessments Begin in January
The Nebraska State Writing Assessment will begin in January with 4 th , 8 th and 11 th grade students. 11 th and 8 th grade students will complete their writing test online. 11 th grade students will test during the day on Wednesday, . . . read more
4-8/K-3 Winter Music Concerts on Striv
For your viewing pleasure, JCC will be live streaming the Grades 4-8 and K-3 Winter Music Concerts! Please join us at the 4-8 Grade Concert in Cook with the Baked Potato Feed on Friday, Dec. 11th (dinner starts at 5p, concert starts at . . . read more
Upcoming Events!
Come join us at a variety of events this December! ‣ Boys Junior High Basketball - Home Games on Monday Dec. 7th at 4:00 p.m. (Pawnee City) & Monday, Dec. 14th at 4:30 p.m. (Auburn) ‣ NH S . . . read more
PE: Running, Jumping & Homework?
Hello Everyone! I am the new PE teacher this year and it is my pleasure to teach here at Johnson County Central! I grew up and went to high school in Auburn then I went to Wayne State College and now I am very happy to be back in the . . . read more
Update your parent contact info!
As we head into the winter months, please take a minute to update your parent contact information and preferences for our notification system called Alert Solutions. To update your information, please visit PowerSchool at . . . read more
Music Booster Meeting: Nov. 16th
There will be a Music Booster Meeting on Monday, November 16th at 6:30pm in the high school music room. If you have a student that is in music, you are considered to be part of the music boosters. Please try to attend . . . read more
Veterans Day Programs
Please join us for a Veterans Day Program at both sites. All veterans and general public are welcome to join us in the high school gym (Tecumseh) or the middle school gym (Cook) on Wednesday, November 11th at 10:45 a.m. All veterans . . . read more
Submit Your Photos For Yearbook!
You were spotted taking photos! The yearbook staff has noticed several students, parents, and grandparents taking photos at JCC games and activities. We would like to invite all of you to share your awesome photos with our staff, . . . read more
Reading is so Much Fun, You’ll Get Goosebumps at the Scholastic Book Fair!
Johnson County Central Public Schools will host a Monstrous Scholastic Book Fair on October 26-30, 2015 in the Elementary Library and the Middle School Library. Funds raised will help purchase books for each library. Families, faculty, staff . . . read more
Pie Night 2015
Come listen to music & eat pie at the Johnson County Central Vocal Music Department's Pie Night, brought to you by the Music Boosters. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. tonight in the Auditorium. Pie will be served after the last . . . read more
Pink Out VB Game: Oct 22nd
The annual JCC Pink Out game is October 22nd. Come support Breast Cancer Awareness Month as the Thunderbird Volleyball team faces the Conestoga Cougars. T-shirts are available for purchase in both short-sleeve and long-sleeve for . . . read more
Homecoming Week Schedule
October 12th-16th, 2015
Johnson County Central will be celebrating its 9th-annual Homecoming Week coming on October 12th through the 16th. The week will begin with Spirit Week activities including "Made in America Day," "Spirit Day," "Color . . . read more
Watch JCC Football Live on STRIV
Visit striv.tv/jcc to watch!
Watch JCC Sports broadcasted live by our students at http://striv.tv/jcc . Friday will be our first ever broadcast as the Thunderbirds take on the Wilber-Clatonia Wolverines at 7:00 p.m. September 11th. Check it out by going to . . . read more
JCC 2015-16 Gear Available Now!
New JCC gear for the 2015-16 school is available now! The cheerleaders will be taking orders from September 1-15th, 2015 . Orders should arrive in by October 5, 2015 . This fundraiser will . . . read more
Fall Sports Kickoff
UPDATE: Fan Information for away football game at Omaha Concordia for tonight's game (Friday, August 28th) Come help celebrate the start to the fall sports season with the Kickoff Picnic on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30 p.m. . . . read more
First Day of School!
Johnson County Central teachers and staff are excited for the first day of the 2015-16 school year on Wednesday, August 19th ! If you have any questions, please contact our different buildings: High School Office: . . . read more
Updating Parent Contact Info
This summer, we have updated our system, Alert Solutions, to include some new features and customization. Johnson County Central uses this school notification system for announcements ranging from school reminders, weather-related . . . read more
2015-16 Calendar
Here is the 2015-2016 School Year Calendar. You can always find this yearly calendar, as well as weekly calendars, by visiting www.jccentral.org - look under the District tab and click on "Yearly/Weekly Calendar." First . . . read more
Open Houses in August
Welcome to the 2015-16 school year! In preparation for the first day of classes, Johnson County Central Public Schools will host a variety of open houses for each building. If you have any questions, please contact your building . . . read more
Staff Changes for 2015-16
Johnson County Central will be adding six new staff members for the 2015-16 school year. And departing JCC will be seven staff members, six of which are retiring. Please help us thank our amazing teachers and staff who are leaving JCC . . . read more
DRC INSIGHT iOS App Installation
Here are the step-by-step instructions for completing the installation of the DRC INSIGHT app. The DRC INSIGHT app for iOS should appear on your iPad once you have requested the app. On the first launch of the app, it will . . . read more
Information Concerning Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
From the Southeast District Health Department Pertussis - Parent Guardian Letter (PDF) Pertussis Fact Sheet - English (PDF) Pertussis Fact Sheet - Spanish (PDF) read more
2015 E-Rate RFP
2015 E-Rate RFP 2015 E-Rate RFP documents RFP - Fiber Install (PDF) RFP - Caching Server (PDF) RFP - Network Switches (PDF) QUESTIONS Section 2.1 has the wrong part . . . read more
Box Tops for Education - Final Count 2014
This has been by far, the best year since we began collecting box tops. We ended with a total of over 27,000 box tops! Students, their families, and members of the JCC communities must be commended for making this possible! Thanks also for . . . read more
Infection Prevention
Infection Prevention We have had several cases of Fifth disease. This is a mild, common rash illness caused by a virus. Outbreaks occur frequently in child care settings and schools. We also have had . . . read more
GIVE US YOUR FEEDBACK
……..we wouldn’t ask if we didn’t want it
You may have noticed these "talking heads" appear on some articles. Do you know why they are there? When you see them, it means you are invited to give feedback on that article. We don't ask for . . . read more
Want a Great Way to Track School Events?
.............the Activities Calendar is the Answer
Check out the Activities Calendar on this site. This easy-to-use tool: provides up-to-date school activities and events allows you to view and print a daily, weekly or monthly list of calendar events . . . read more
Welcome to www.jccentral.org
....enjoy your visit
As you can see, the Johnson County Public Schools website is up and running! We have been working internally on the site design and implementation, and we will be making additions over the course of the next several weeks and months. . . . read more