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Come and visit Mrs. Meyer during the Elementary Open House and check out the cart of FREE BOOKS.









From Coach Neptune: The Presentation by Darin on August 13th will begin at 5:00 with sports meetings taking place afterward. Thanks



Ms. Maddox joins us most recently from Grand Island, where she lived for the past two years. Before that, she spent five years in Colorado and also lived in Wichita. She brings with her seven years of teaching experience from both Colorado and Grand Island.
Originally from a family of educators, Ms. Maddox has three brothers and fond memories of visiting her grandparents’ land in Long Pine while growing up. She’s thrilled to now be living in the area full time!
Outside the classroom, she enjoys hiking, spending time outdoors, traveling, visiting theme and amusement parks, going to concerts, and relaxing with her two dogs—Lucky Doo, a puppy, and Gus, a three-year-old pup. She also loves puzzles, reading, movies, and quality time with her family.
We’re so happy to have Ms. Maddox join our school community!


Orders are due Wednesday, August 20th


7th grade and new students will have "Drive Time" at 6:30, and devices will be handed out following that.
8th-12th grade students can pick up their devices from 4:00-6:00 if their paperwork and fees are turned in.


Mr. Joe Ciserella will be joining the Husky family this year as a Junior High/High School Paraprofessional. Originally from Spencer, Nebraska, Mr. Ciserella enjoys traveling (he has a few stamps in his passport), roadtrips, hiking mountains big and small, camping, and he especially likes to cook. Mr. Ciserella has been working for the last ten years on a ranch north of Spencer. He enjoyed the ranch life, but he’s excited for this new chapter in the Atkinson area. He is a newlywed and happy to be a part of the Atkinson community!


Mr. Mares graduated from Hastings College in 2017 with a BA in Exercise Science and minors in Strength and Conditioning and 7-12 Coaching. He moved back to Burwell and spent 8 years gaining life experience working at a couple of different factories. Now he's ready for a new challenge and to try to give back and help students in any way he can. Also, he met the love of his life and cannot wait to marry her this coming January.


Medical expenses can be a financial hardship when the unexpected occurs.
Student Assurance Services, Inc is approved by West Holt Public Schools and is available for ALL Students PK -12. This is coverage that provides financial assistance with your out-of-pocket medical expenses when your student sustains an accidental bodily injury.
To Enroll your Student & Review medical benefits -
Go to: www.sas-mn.com OR
Scan the QR Code with your smart phone


Beginning her degree at Northeast Community College in 2021 and transferring to Chadron in 2023 put her on the path to graduating this December with a Bachelor of Science in Education with a Special Education K-12 endorsement. She has been married to her husband for 32 years. They have 2 daughters and are blessed with 5 grandchildren.




She came to work at West Holt mid-year last year, but we never officially welcomed her. We are so excited to have West Holt graduate Alyssa Gonzalez back as an elementary paraprofessional! "Miss Alyssa", as she's known to the students, grew up in Mexico and moved to Nebraska 12 years ago. She returned to Atkinson two years ago, and her favorite hobbies are spending time with her 4-year-old son Henry and family, making handmade press-on nails, visiting the mountains, going out for nature walks, roadtrips, reading self-growth books, and traveling to Mexico to see her family. She graduated from West Holt in 2018 and received her paraprofessional certification at the beginning of 2025. She started working full-time at West Holt in February. This is her first time being a para, and she has enjoyed the opportunity and experience of working with everyone here. Miss Alyssa is looking forward to the new school year!


Volleyball, football, and cross country will all run from 7:00 to 8:00 am, Monday through Friday. Mr. Havranek has communicated the golf schedule to the girls.
Please remember to not only have your physical completed, but also have the paperwork turned in to Becky in the office.
