Hello Rocket Families!

I’d like to wish you a warm welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! Whether you are a family joining our school community for the first time or have attended Rohwer for years, I am eager to welcome you to Rohwer!

As a new face in our community, I’d love to take a moment to introduce myself as Principal. It's an honor and a privilege to serve as the principal! I'm deeply passionate about creating an exceptional environment for our students, staff, and community.

My 11 years in education have provided me with a rich variety of experiences, most recently as an Administrative Intern at Cottonwood Elementary. Before that, I taught 4th and 5th grades at Waverly Intermediate School and Sandoz Elementary in Millard. I believe in the power of outstanding teaching, vibrant classroom communities, and schools where everyone feels welcome and supported.

I'm incredibly grateful to serve such a special place, and I'm committed to working hand-in-hand with all of you to make sure Rohwer continues to be a place where every student can achieve their very best.

I hope this newsletter helps your family feel prepared to start the year. As questions or concerns arise, please don't hesitate to contact the me or our office staff at 402-715-6225. We are excited to see you soon!

Sincerely,

Karly Barada

August 8th - Teacher Assignments Emailed at 4:00pm

August 11th - Back to School Night 5:00-6:30

August 12th - First Day of School!

August 13th - Wednesday Dismissal @ 2:30

Please utilize the dropdown sections below to find specific details on the Back To School Details:

Teacher Assignments

Teacher assignments are based on many factors including academic need, a blending of students, and gender balance. Following these considerations, placement is assigned. We have great teachers, supportive parents, and super kids. Please know much thought has been given to the placement of each child.

Classroom teachers will be emailing families with your child's classroom placement on Friday, August 8th.

Grade Level Sections:

Kindergarten - Mrs. Searl, Mrs. Mosier, Mrs. Croonquist
1st grade - Miss Padilla, Mrs. Slosson, Mrs. Skibinski, Miss Unger
2nd grade - Mrs. Heusel, Mrs. Krobot, Mrs. Purcell
3rd grade - Mrs. Amend, Miss Sobota, Mrs. Vandenberg
4th grade - Ms. Anderson, Mrs. Hunke, Mrs. Muller
5th grade - Mrs. Loberg, Mrs. Nash, Mr. Nelson, Mrs. Palmesano
ACP - Mrs. Stednitz, Mrs. Gaston

Back-to-School Night

Student Registration - Annually

All existing Rohwer families must update their student registration information every school year. If you have not updated your information for the 2025-2026 school year, please click HERE and complete the Existing Family Registration. Registration must be completed before students start school. We will not be able to notify students of their homeroom teacher until this is completed as well.

School Supply List

CLICK HERE to Access our Recommended Supply List

Medications

Medication is given at school only when necessary. All unexpired medication (prescription or non-prescription) must be brought to school by an adult in the original container. Do not send medication with a student or in their backpack. A current medication card must be on file in the health room for any medication to be given to students at school. You can complete this process during Open House in the office.

Please utilize the dropdown sections below to find specific details on general helpful information about Rohwer.

Communication

While our primary mode of communication will be email, urgent and time sensitive information may come to you via text message on your cell phone. Please be sure you have updated your phone numbers in our Synergy system

Rohwer Flyer: Every other Friday, you will receive an email with reminders about upcoming events, and a link to our school newsletter, The Rohwer Flyer. Please take time to read through this newsletter as it contains important information, school wide.

Rohwer Facebook: Check out our Social media where we share pictures, reminders, and announcements!

Friday Folders: Students will come home with a folder in their backpack every Friday. This will include announcements, flyers, notes, etc. Please empty the Friday Folder each week and return on Monday in their backpack.

Classroom Communication: Classroom teachers will also communicate with you in various ways such as electronic or paper newsletters, classroom Facebook pages, email or the SeeSaw app.

PTO Communication: See the flyer below in the PTO Section for information on Konstella, the PTO communication Hub!

School Hours

School hours are 8:30 - 3:30 on M, T, Th, F and 8:30 - 2:30 on Wednesday.

Morning supervision begins at 8:15. The tardy bell rings at 8:30. Students arriving after the tardy bell rings will need to enter the school through the front doors and check in at the office.
Afternoon supervision is from 3:30 - 3:40 on M, T, Th, F and 2:30 - 2:40 on W . Please make sure your student(s) is picked up by 3:40 pm (2:40 pm - W).

Breakfast & Lunch Accounts

Please click here to view all information regarding Food Services in Millard. You can find My School Bucks (to fund your student's meals), meal prices, menus, and information on free and reduced meals. If a family qualifies for free and reduced lunch, the information is confidential, and school personnel cannot access the list of eligible students.

Student Handbooks

The Rohwer Student Handbook is included on the General Information Tab of the Rohwer Flyer. Please take some time to look over this important document that provides valuable information.

**NEW** Cell Phones, Watches & Other Devices: In alignment with Nebraska state law (LB140), starting in the fall of 2025, students in elementary schools may not use mobile devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, during the school day—from the time they arrive until the end of the day. If devices are sent to school, they must be kept turned off and stored in backpacks or other designated areas during school hours.

- This update was made following thoughtful input from parents, staff, and students at the district level and is designed to support student focus and comply with state law. We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing these expectations with your child.
- If you need to reach your child during the school day, please contact the school office directly at 402-715-6225.

Traffic Flow - Arrival & Dismissal

Please review our traffic expectations. With everyone's help and support, we can make our morning drop off and afternoon pick up run smoothly. There are multiple drop off locations for students that will help reduce traffic congestion and reduce the number of students congregating outside.

Zone 1 - Front Entrance

Kindergarten students and siblings, daycare vans, Bay Wood, Option Enrollment students, Students from Mrs. Gaston & Mrs. Stednitz's classes

Drop off/Pick up before the crosswalk
Students MUST enter/exit the car on the passenger side.
Use crosswalk at ALL times.
Cars need to continue to move up to the crosswalk.
Right turn only to exit on F St during pick up/drop off times.
Do not get out of your vehicle in the drop off lane.
Staff is on duty from 8:15 - 8:30 am and 3:30 - 3:40 pm to help students out of vehicles.

Zone 2 - Dickinson's Landing

Dickinson's Landing, Hawthorne, Lakeshore, West Bay

Students should walk down stairs from Dayton St.
Students must enter/exit the car on the curb side.
Staff is on duty at the crosswalk from 8:15 - 8:30 am and 3:30 - 3:40 pm.
Cars are not allowed in the cul-de-sac.

Zone 3 - 178th Street

Wood Creek, Plantation, Golden Meadows, Oakmont, West Bay Springs, and West Bay Woods

Students should enter through the southwest entrance of the building.
Students must enter/exit the car on the curb side.
Staff is on duty until 8:30 am. Students that arrive after this time should use the front entrance of the building.
Any students that have not been picked up by 3:40 will be brought to the office.

1st Day Procedures

The first day of school is Tuesday, August 12th. We ask that you drop your child(ren) off between 8:15-8:30. Kindergarten students will line up outside the building with their classroom teacher. Kindergarten teachers will be holding up a sign. 1st - 5th grade students will enter the building independently and walk to their classroom. Staff members will be available inside the building to help students find their classrooms. We will have families remain outdoors.

Parents/Guardians may drop off or walk their child to the front door on the first day of school to his/her assigned area outside of the school building. (See traffic protocol information attachments above)
Staff members will be on duty inside and outside the building to guide students to their classroom.

Welcome Back from PTO

Join us on Konstella!

We are excited to be using Konstella to streamline communication, organize volunteers, and utilize our digital directory! Please see the flyer to download the App and sign up today!

Join us in welcoming back Teachers and Staff.

Sign up to help with the Welcome Back Breakfast provided by PTO and parent volunteers. Help us show our appreciation and excitement for a new year at Rohwer. Click Here to sign up!

Get started on your back to school checklist...

Check out the flyer below to start your PTO back to school check list - sign in to the new directory, fill out the volunteer form, order a yearbook or spirit wear, a link to your lunch account and bookmark our first PTO meeting of 2025-2026!

25rohwer pto new year checklist.pdf 2 (1).pdf

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