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Issue 61
Schuyler Area Chamber of Commerce
February Newsletter
Outstanding Educators of Schuyler
Upcoming Events
 Celebration Banquet Oak Ballroom
Sat, Feb 21 - 6 pm
 Library Silent Auction
Sat, Feb 21 - Ballroom
 After Hours - 5:30 pm
Thursday, Feb 26th
Schuyler Golf Club
 Community Happenings
Read Pages 4 & 5
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Organization of the Month
2
Cop A Beard
2
Alumni Honoree
3
Library News
3
Upcoming Events
4-5
Chamber News
6
Chamber Members
7
Each Monday through Friday at 6:45 am you can
hear me saying “Good
Morning! Time to wake
up.” to two sleepy girls. It’s
time for them to start their
morning routine before
heading off to school. I’m
fortunate that they aren’t
crabby and are good about
getting up and getting
ready. We pile into the car
and follow the same route
to drop the kids off each
morning. It’s then “Have a
good day! Do your best! I
love you!” before heading
off to the next school. At
the end of the day, my
route is reversed to pick
the kids up and hear about
their day. I hear about
what they learned, who
they played with, what they
ate for lunch and more. It’s
great to hear what they
have to say!
What I don’t hear about are
all the things that their
teachers did that day, that
my kids didn’t notice. So
many things our educators
do are behind the scenes
to the rest of us. I know
what my kids’ days consist
of, but I don’t know what
their educators did to make
their day part of the success my kids will have in
life.
We received another round
of great letters for our educators in Schuyler and I’m
sure this makes for a hard
decision for our deciding
board. I’ve enjoyed reading
the nomination letters submitted for our Outstanding
Educators and would encourage you all to write one
for our 3rd quarter! The
letters from our students
are filled with lots of love
and the letters from teachers about teachers really
show us a behind the
scenes look.
CONGRATULATIONS to our
2nd Quarter Teacher - Tom
Wheeldon! Tom is the Ag
teacher at Schuyler High
School. I’d love to print the
whole letter written about
Tom, but I will just highlight
it. “He has taught just
about everything under the
sun when it comes to this
field. Many of the classes
have led to real world jobs
for many of his students.
He challenges students and
brings out their best. Tom
has made the FFA program
a model for the state with
so many district, state and
national awards for the
program and for the students who have had success for decades. He is
involved with several
school activities, community boards, his church, his
local business and his family. He would make a great
choice.”
Please also help me
CONGRATULATE Ana Pardo, who is our 2nd Quarter
Para Professional! Ana has
worked for the Schuyler
District for 2 years and had
lots of great things said
about her! “To me she is
the amazing, awesome Ana
Pardo who is such a pleasure and a privilege to work
with. Ana is caring, supportive and so positive with
the children in the classroom. She is an active
participant in helping these
children learn. Mrs. Pardo
is an asset to our district!”
Thank You to our January Chamber Investors!
Anytime Fitness
Arps Ready Mix
Burrito House
Cada Electric
Columbus Telegram
Dry Creek Farms
Gerald & Alma Krejci
Gold Mine Family Rest.
Golden Living
Jorge’s Auto Detail
Keep Schuyler Beautiful
Kracl Garage
Moore Excavating
NE Extension - Colfax Co
Pekny & Assoc
Roberto Lopez
Q Graphics
Schuyler Insurance
Schuyler Lumber Co
Schuyler Sun
Sertoma
Tom Healy
VFW
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Organization of the Month - Project S
Schuyler’s Project “S” was
founded on the principal
of “Serving those who
helped form our community” Since the fall of 2011
the students have come a
long way in making decisions about the activities
in which they volunteer. In
2013 Project “S” was
asked to be Nebraska’s
only Serteen; which is a
youth version of Serto-
ma.
Serteen promotes
service to the less fortunate, service to local communities, good citizenship
and good government,
opportunities for everyone,
mutual understanding and
tolerance for all people,
positive peer association
and friendship, and fellowship.
Most recently Serteen /
Project “S” completed its
3rd year of the Angel Warrior Tree, which the proceeds are distributed
through the Schuyler Toy
Drive. The club is starting
to look toward the spring
to help in South Park
again. The main project
that will be starting soon
will be the International
Pay It Forward contribution
to help spread the good will
of doing good deeds for
others. They will be organizing a campaign to raise
money for Mercy Meals
which provides food sources
for people in need around
the world. It is only by the
charitable donations of such
a strong community that
keeps the kids eager to help
keep their community thriving for the future.
Cop a Beard
Things in Schuyler are
about to get a little hairy!
Over the next two months,
the officers at the Schuyler
Police Department are
joining with other local
law enforcement agencies
in the area to help raise
money for the fight against
childhood cancer. Participating officers have made
a donation to Sammy Superheroes, a local charity
with the goals of raising
awareness of childhood
cancer and funding promising research aimed at
finding a cure for childhood cancer.
ness hours. Schuyler officers will be able to accept
donations in the form of a
check. Any donation
needing a receipt will need
to be made at the office.
There are several ways in
which the public can show
their support for this cause.
Donations may be dropped
off at the Schuyler Police
Department during busi-
In order to increase awareness for this event, participating officers will be
growing beards. Towards
the end of the event,
Schuyler Celebration Banquet
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Oak Ballroom
6 pm - Social * 6:45 - Banquet
Awards & Entertainment of the
Creightones following the meal.
Prime Rib Dinner Tickets - $15 each
Tickets available until February 13, 2015 at the
Chamber Office, Homestead Bank & Pinnacle Bank
Come Celebrate the Community and People of Schuyler!
opportunities will be
provided for the public to
get even more involved.
At that time, anyone that
is interested will be encouraged to make a donation for the opportunity
to vote for the best or
worst beard grown by
participating officers.
Gift Basket
Silent Auction
In conjunction with the
Schuyler Celebration Banquet,
the Schuyler Public Library
Foundation will be raising
funds for the public library.
Please consider creating and
donating a basket filled with
goodies to the silent auction.
Please contact Kim Parsons
at 402-615-2685 or take
your basket to the library by
Friday, February 20th
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SCHUYLER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
ANNUAL DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD
DO YOU KNOW AN ACCOMPLISHED OR DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS OF SCHUYLER
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS?
The Schuyler Community Schools Foundation is seeking nominations for a Distinguished Alumni Award recipient. If you
know someone whom you believe deserves this honor, visit www.schuylercommunityschools.org click on the “Foundation”
tab and complete a nomination form. Forms are also available from the Office of the Superintendent, 401 Adam Street,
Schuyler, NE 68661 or by contacting Shelley Friesz at 402-352-3527 or [email protected].
The purpose of the Schuyler Community Schools Foundation Distinguished Alumni Award is to celebrate and acknowledge
outstanding Schuyler alumni and to inspire and empower current students to strive for high achievement.
The criteria for this award are outstanding leadership, service, and/or scholarship and significant contributions to community,
state and/or nation. Only nominees who attended Schuyler Community Schools ten or more years ago are eligible for this
award. Nominees may be living or may be honored after death.
Nominations may be submitted by individuals or groups and should include biographical information, date of graduation, list
of achievements, nominee's or family representative's contact information and at least two signed letters of recommendation.
Nominations must be received March 1, 2015 at the Office of the Superintendent by mail or online.
The Schuyler Community Schools Foundation Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented at the May, 2015 Graduation
Ceremony.
Schuyler Public Library - February 2015
Valentines
Youth Activities
Adult Activities
Craft
Lunch Time Mobile Device
Craft Day-Thursday, Feb. 5, 12
Help, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Fridays.
Come learn how to work with
your tablet, load apps, and
download eBooks, audio books,
and magazines.
Library
Board
MeetingTuesday, Feb. 10 @ 5:15 p.m.
Book
Discussion
GroupTuesday, Feb. 10 @ 7 p.m. –
Death Comes to Pemberley by
P.D. James.
Come into the Children’s
Library after school on
Thursday, Feb. 12, and
create a Valentine’s Day
card for Mom, Dad or that
special someone. Bring
your creativity and we’ll
provide the rest!
and 26. Winter-themed items
will be made. Activities begin at
4:30.
Game Day-Friday, Feb. 6,13, 20
and 27. Wii and XBOX 360
games beginning at 3.
Movie Night is scheduled for
Thursday, Feb.19, at 5 p.m.
President’s Day - Schuyler Public Library will be closed
Monday, Feb. 16 for President’s Day.
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Colfax Theatre
Feb. 6th - 8th
Feb. 13th - 15th
Feb. 20th - 22nd
Feb. 27th - Mar 1st
Disney - Into the Woods
Taken
Paddington
Strange Magic
Theater Hours:
Friday & Saturday 7:00 PM Adults $6 and Students $5
Sunday 2:00 PM Everyone $5
PG
PG13
PG
PG
Living Heart
Healthy
Tips and education on diet, exercise, and stressmanagement. We will offer prizes and snacks. This
will be taught by Tammy Dunn, RN and will be held in
our Golden Living Assisted Living, 120 W 20th Street,
on Friday, February 13th at 2 pm. This is a free
seminar. We encourage an RSVP to Tammy Dunn,
RN at (402) 352-3977.
SCHUYLER FFA ALUMNI
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, February 15th
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
At Schuyler Central High
School East Gym
Adults $7
Students (Age 6 to 12) $3
Children 5 and Younger Eat Free
ALL YOU CAN EAT
PANCAKES - SAUSAGE - EGGS
Hours
Monday - Thursday 4-8 pm
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 1-8 pm
1 FREE Movie for New Customers
New Release Movie Rentals - $2.75
Rent 9 Movies - Get the 10th FREE
2015 Schuyler Youth Baseball Registration
Baseball Sign up
Thursday, February 5th
5 - 7 PM
Saturday, February 7th
9 - 11 AM
At Schuyler Middle School
All boys in pre-school to 8th grade may sign up.
Contact David Johnson 402-270-3129 or Brian Bywater
402-352-3601 for questions.
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New Hours at the recycling center beginning the week of February 1, 2015
Mondays 3 PM to 6 PM * Wednesdays Noon to 6 PM
Saturdays 9 AM to Noon
Schuyler Blood Drive
Location: Oak Ballroom
Tuesday, February 17th
11 AM to 5 PM
For an appointment,
call Catherine Novacek @ 402-352-5231 or
Deanna Pokorny @ 402-666-2460
Or go online to www.redcrossblood.org
(search sponsor code: 009272)
Bring donor card or photo id.
Be sure to eat breakfast/lunch and drink
plenty of water prior to donating blood.
American Red Cross
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Schuyler Area Chamber of Commerce
1107 B Street
Schuyler, NE 68661
Tel: 402-352-5472
E-mail: [email protected]
We’re on the web
www.schuylernebraska.net/chamber-of-commerce
Stay up to date!
Like us on Facebook!
Schuyler Area Chamber of Commerce
Schuyler, Nebraska
A Great Place to Live and Grow!
Next Chamber Board Meeting will be February 17th, at noon at the Chamber Office.
Minutes of all meetings available at the Chamber Office.
Are We Having Fun Yet?!.... :) You Bet!
60 days... That was the
original amount of time the
Chamber and I had decided
on that I would work here
until they found a new employee to fill the position.
Wellll 91, 92, ninety.. Just
Kidding! Who’s counting?! I
really don’t know how many
days I’ve worked here now,
but I do know it’s been more
than 60 and guess what, I’m
having fun! I love my job
here at the Chamber and
Thank the Board for giving
me this opportunity! Thank
you for all of the positive
feedback I’ve gotten!
Often, I feel I am behind, but
I know, there is always a
learning curve with a new job
and that’s part of it. I have
had great support and guidance.
So, what do I do all day while
I’m here? Sometimes when
we are quiet is when our
biggest amount of work gets
done! Right now, I have 6 file
folders that get attention
from me each day! We appreciate your Membership
Investments that continue to
pour in to my office. Without
your dues, we wouldn’t be
able to host all that we do in
our community. Your dues
also help me keep my “Bills
to be Paid” file empty!
Our Celebration Banquet is
coming up February 21st. I
got to experience such a
GREAT feeling of Joy, when I
visited with our award recipients. They are all amazing
and have contributed so
much to our community! I
look forward to celebrating
Schuyler with all of you.
Tickets are still available.
The bright red Weekly
Update & Newsletter folder
always gets the front and
center position in the file
rack. This is a great opportunity for you to advertise
with us and get your event
out to the community.
And of course, there is the
After Hours file! I love that
one! Thank you to Gold Mine
& Schuyler Insurance & Real
Estate for hosting in January!
We had another great turnout and a good time! My
goal is to have 100 members at our After Hours
events each month. We are
getting close! Invite a coworker that hasn’t been to
one to come with you next
month.
Then there’s my board meeting file. Schuyler is fortunate
to have such a supportive
and active Chamber Board
that gives of their time, in
spite of full time jobs. Can
you name our Board Members? Would you like to be a
Board Member?
This job is always looking
ahead and planning for the
future! So, I keep shuffling
file folders around and planning what’s next. While you
may not hear from me each
day, know that I am working
for you and your business to
be part of a strong Chamber
of Commerce. I’m always
open to suggestions for
events for our town.
Just like I wrote with the
teachers and I know with
our award recipients and
with each of you, there is so
much more to our jobs than
others see. Keep up the
good work! I believe someone is noticing! You bet we
are having fun!!
Patty Schmidt
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Current 2015 Schuyler Area Chamber of Commerce Members
3D Laundromat
H & R Block
Schuyler Insurance
99¢ Store
John & Judy Healy
Schuyler Lumber
Agri-City Insurance
Healy Agri Service
Schuyler Pharmacy
All Systems Heating & Air Conditioning
Homestead Bank
Schuyler Physical Therapy
American Family Insurance
Honest John's Used Cars
Schuyler Sun
American Heartland Insurance
J & B Auto
Sertoma
Anytime Fitness
JEO Consulting
Skyhawk Transfer
Arps Ready Mix
J P Construction
State Farm Ins.
Awards and Engraving
Jackson Services
Sharan Stoltenberg
Paul Baker
Jorge’s Auto Detail
Studio A Dance Academy
BankFirst
Lance & Stacie Johnson
Subway
Roger and Sheryl Barry
Karel and Seckman Law Offices
Dr. Merlin Sucha
Mel and Joyce Baumert
Keep Schuyler Beautiful
Francis and Mary Svoboda
Benedictine Mission House
Knights of Columbus
Svoboda Funeral Home
Manuel Del Cid
Kobza Ag & Home
The UPS Store
Best PC - Reparaciones
Lavern and Isabelle Kracl
Val Theisen
Donn Bieber
Kracl Funeral Chapel
Tienda Mexicana Chichihualco
Bieber Law Offices
Kracl Garage
Tiny's Bar
Black Hills Energy
Allan and Shirley Krejci
Tom Healy
Bruegger's Trucking, LLC
Lonnie's Homes
Tri County Ag Service, Inc.
Burrito House
Lower Platte North NRD
Trinity Lutheran Church
Cada Electric
Curt & Teresa Mentzer
Versatile Support Services Inc.
Kathleen Cantlon
Chuck & Glenetta Misek
VFW
Marv & Clarice Capoun
Marlene Moore
Jeffrey & Peggy Wachal
Cargill Meat Solutions
Moses Merrill Camp & Conference Center
Dan & Chris Wisnieski
CASA Connection
Don and Joan Muehlich
Eunice Woods
Casey's General Store
M & R Video
Kem and Merry Cavanah
Marie & W.O. Myrick
Dr. Matt Gotschall -
Moore Excavating
Central Community College
NE Extension - Colfax County
City of Schuyler
NOR-AM Cold Storage
Cobblestone Inn & Suites
Ronald & Shelley Papa
Colfax County Senior Citizens Center
Parkview One Stop
Colfax Theater
Parolek Construction
Columbus Telegram
Pazzaz Hair Salon & Tanning
Steve Bailey
Culligan Water Conditioning
Pedersen Dental
John Crouch
Gene & Del Cunningham
Pekny & Associates
Deano's Drive-In Liquor, Inc.
Pinnacle Apartments
Department of Utilities
Pinnacle Bank
Lyle & Nicholas Dostal
Pizza Hut
Dr. David and Maxine Roberts
Power Wash USA
Dry Creek Custom Application, LLC
Q Graphics
Dry Creek Farms
Q C Supply
Claire Ehernberger
Reinecke Motor Company
El Paisano
Richard's Garage
Eyecare Associates
Roberto Lopez
Cleo Fayman
Paul and Peg Rupprecht
Richard Folda
Schuyler Community Development
Fraternal Order of Eagles
Schuyler Community Schools
Gall's Lawn Service, LLC
Schuyler Community Schools Foundation
George Repair
Schuyler Education Association
Gerald & Alma Krejci
Schuyler Fire & Rescue Department
Gold Mine Family Restaurant
Schuyler Fireman's Auxiliary
Golden Living
Schuyler Golf Club
Great Plains Taxidermy
Schuyler Historical Society
Groene Chiropractic
Schuyler Housing Agency
Maryln Grubbs
Schuyler Inn
SACC Board of
Directors
John Rice, President
David Hild
Gwen Mach
Don Meister
Connie Peters
Barbara Pokorny
John Sayer
Chamber Office Hours:
Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday
8:30 A.M.-11:00 A.M.
11:30 A.M.-2:00 P.M.
Thursday
11:30 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
Friday
8:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Contact Patty Schmidt
at 352-5472 or
email at
[email protected]