WEEPING WATER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
204 WEST O STREET, PO BOX 206
WEEPING WATER NE 68463
PHONE: 402-267-2445
FAX: 402-267-5217
“The mission of Weeping Water Public Schools, as an integral part of the community,
is to empower each student by providing opportunities to become a successful, responsible, lifelong learner.”
Dr. Ken Heinz
Superintendent
Gary Wockenfuss
7-12 Principal
Activities Director
Dawn DeTurk
PreK-6 Principal
SPED Coordinator
Curriculum Director
Mike Barrett
Athletic Director
Alan Horn
Board President
James Garner
Vice President
Robyn Larson
Treasurer
Jay Twomey
Board Member
Shawn Hammons
Board Member
Ben Brack
Board Member
August 6, 2014
Weeping Water Parents and Students:
Welcome to the start of the 2014-2015 school year. School starts Thursday, August 14 with
an early dismissal at 1:30 p.m. We will have a full day on Friday, August 15 from 8:05-3:30
p.m. For more information on our school events and activities, please visit our school
website www.weepingwaterps.org or the ECNC rSchool
http://www.eastcentralnebraskaconf.org
*Just a reminder that school hours are as follows:
High School-8:05 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Elementary-8:05 a.m.-3:25 p.m.
If you have not noticed, there is a “buzz” going around in the community, especially on the
school’s campus, of the “New Look” our school is starting to develop. We are looking forward
to a successful and exciting new year as our school continues to be recognized in all
academic, athletic, and extracurricular areas. We are excited to be providing an education to
close to 150 students, 7-12, this year. Our high school population continues to grow as we
keep building. The good news is that we are and will be well equipped to accommodate
larger classes, thanks to our vision of the new state of the art facility we will have in the near
future, and we have successfully maintained our “small school” feeling.
To the parents of our 7th and 9th grade students joining us for the first time this fall, welcome!
We look forward to your arrival and to getting to know each and every one of you and your
children. We know that the transition to high school can be filled with both challenges and
opportunities, but that through the collaborative efforts of faculty, upper class students, and
you at home, we can make this a smooth and gratifying experience. I would like to take this
opportunity to invite both 7th/9th grade students/parents to two very important fall events.
The first major event is our annual Back-to-School Night for athletics and activities (OPEN TO
ALL STUDENTS AND PARENTS), which is scheduled for Monday, August 11 running from
6:30-8:00 p.m. This night is for our extracurricular activities to showcase their programs, and
it will be set up in the MPR. This night also is for our coaches to meet and greet studentathletes and parents regarding their particular sport. The second is an orientation for
parents of 7th grade students with 7th grade teachers, counselors, and administrators
available on Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the multipurpose room. It will allow
for introductions, information gathering, Q and A, and the opportunity to meet other 7th
grade parents. This event provides parents with the opportunity to follow an abbreviated
schedule of their child’s classes to give them an understanding of where they are during the
class periods, and it will allow parents to meet staff with whom their child will be spending
time during the day. I am certain that you will find both of these events to be informative and
worthwhile.
Every staff member has been working very hard to prepare for the return of our wonderful students. We
have set very high expectations and made plans to guarantee that every student at Weeping Water will be
successful this school year. Student academic success is the main goal of every staff member at Weeping
Water High School. We believe that every student will learn to the highest level, and we are prepared to
offer more time and support to every student that needs it. I ask for your support and participation in this
effort by sending your child to school every day, encouraging your child to read at least 30 minutes every
evening, monitoring your child’s homework, and asking your child to share what he/she learned at school
each day.
School Policy Reminders and Updates:
*Backpacks are NOT allowed in the classroom. Students may store them in their lockers.
*Clear liquids in clear containers are allowed; no Monster or related drinks in school.
Cell phone usage is the same, with the consequences as follows:
>1st offense: Cell phone will be confiscated and turned in to the Principal. Parents will pick it up.
>2nd offense: Cell phone will be confiscated and turned in to the Principal. A meeting will take place
between the Principal, parents, and student.
Absent policy: Students are allowed 2 days to make arrangements with the teacher for due dates of
previous and new assignments to complete make-up work.
Absence - School Activity (field trips, events, etc.) If any student is not meeting classroom behavior
expectations and/or is failing one or more classes, he/she WILL NOT be able to attend/participate in
classroom activities or field trips, etc., per teacher and administration discretion.
LAP-Late Assignment Policy-Mandatory (credit) Recovery–In the case of a late assignment, the
student will attend mandatory recovery. The assignment earns a 10% deduction each day the assignment
is late for up to 4 days (until 60% grade is given.) On the 5th day, the student receives a zero (0). The
student will still be expected to do the assignment. Extra credit is allowed as assigned by staff only after all
assignments have been completed. If a student skips mandatory recovery, he/she forfeits credit (even late
credit) for that assignment and earns a zero (0) unless the student is excused by parent/administration
approval. The student is still required to complete the assignment to be eligible for extra credit as assigned
by staff
*Activities Grade Eligibility-7-12th grade students at any time having a grade lower than 70% in any class will
need permission from the Activities Director and/or Administration to be a spectator in any Weeping Water home
extracurricular activity such as sporting and fine arts events/games and homecoming. All decisions regarding
extracurricular participation will be determined by the administration. Students will not be able to participate in
contest but can practice after they attend Mandatory Recovery, until the grade is above a 70%.
*Student Conduct/Dress Apparel Policy
The following is deemed inappropriate for school.
1. Clothing that is too tight (Spandex/Yoga), or that is too revealing.
2. Inappropriate tops, tank tops (Follow the rule of 2-finger width of fabric at the shoulder. Bra straps should not
be visible.), sleeveless shirts that are cut (unless store bought that way), low cut tops, spaghetti straps (unless
covered), see-through wear, cut off t-shirts/shirts.
Please welcome our new High School staff:
Cory Lenton- Social Studies
Mary Garcia- HS Para Professional/Study Hall Supervisor
We are excited to have both Mr. Lenton and Mrs. Garcia on board at WWPS, as both are very positive
additions to our educational staff and community. We’re certain that as you get to know each one, you will
appreciate their dedication to our students and school.
This year, once again, our handbook and school website provide a wealth of school system information you
will find helpful throughout the year. You will learn more about Weeping Water School curriculum,
attendance expectations, and the student behavior code. You also will find additional helpful resources
calendars, information on the school nutrition program, and your rights and responsibilities as a parent
regarding your child’s education.
In closing, I encourage you to fully embrace the moment and urge you to take the time from your busy
schedule to become familiar with our school, as well as create a homework-friendly home environment
that will allow your children to excel.
Thank you in advance for your commitment to your child's education, and I look forward to seeing you in
the very near future.
Yours in Education,
Gary Wockenfuss
7-12 Principal
“It Is A Great Day To Be A Weeping Water Indian”