This is the final episode of GNN for the 24/25 school year.  The episode features updates from the second semester as episode 3 was not made due to the weather.  Click on the link to watch.

https://youtu.be/oz4gKtLAHQI

Dear Parent/Guardians of Diller-Odell Athletes,


The off-season is upon us and the staff at Diller-Odell cannot wait to build for success in the 2025-2026 seasons. We are sending out this letter for several reasons. Firstly, we cannot stress enough how important participation in off-season conditioning is to the success of our programs. We must continually strive to improve throughout the summer, fall, winter and spring. With that being said, attitude, effort and commitment to getting better are valued in our programs above everything, including athletic ability.

1. There will be three weight training sessions offered each day starting June 2^nd. The training sessions will be divided as such: High School Boys 6 AM- 7 AM, High School Girls 7 AM – 8 AM and an Open/Junior High Session 8 AM – 9 AM. The Diller facility will be open to Junior High Students with sessions from 7 AM – 8 AM and 8 AM – 9 AM. The Diller Facility will be closed on Fridays. 

2. Each training session athletes will participate in speed, agility and jump training that will be followed by an off-season training program. The program works closely in accordance with our in-season training that takes place during the Diller-Odell school year.

3. There are 10 weeks/50 days in our summer weight training schedule. Each student is encouraged to participate in a training session 4 days a week or 40 days total over the summer. Minimum attendance for each athlete is 75% (30 days) of training. Athletes who do not make the required 75% may be required to make up sessions prior to the start of their specific season.

4. There will also be an Open Gym session for Girls/Boys Basketball, Football and Volleyball that athletes are encouraged to attend each week. These sessions are paramount to the success and development of our athletic programs. The Open Gym sessions are for both Junior High and High School Athletes.

Boys Basketball – Monday

Volleyball – Tuesday

Girls Basketball – Wednesday

Football - Thursday

There will also be weekly communication between coaches and parents/guardians. The thought behind this is so you know the expectations each week in the weight room, your child’s attendance and schedule changes of training, open gyms or camps. For weekly updates please sign up by emailing cschluter@dillerodell.org.

We strive to following the program's motto:

"Every Day and Every Way, We Get a Little Better!"



Thank You,

High School Coaches

Coach Schluter

Congratulations to Myleigh and Teghan! Between the two of them, they qualified five events at State Track and brought home five medals, including a State Championship for Myleigh in the 800m! Myleigh also set two new school records! We are proud of you both!

#griffinpride

The class of 2038 is getting ready for the summer before they start their Kindergarten year.  Here are some pictures from their graduation.  

Mrs. Kostal

The Welding Class & FFA Members have been working on a 2nd FFA Welcome sign, as part of a final project. Welding Students cut, lined up, welded the entire frame. The frame was sent to 4G Powder Coating in Wymore. Afterwards, FFA Members helped with the assembly of the sign. They all did a great job!

Mr. Nun

Golf for the Griffins is right around the corner. This year, the tournament will be held on August 2, 2025, at Hidden Acres Golf Course in Beatrice, NE. We are limiting the tournament to the first 36 teams to be entered. We are currently looking for donations to be used as silent auction/raffle items, along with donations for flag prizes or gifts. We have different sponsorships available, many including team entry. You do not have to be a business to have your name on a hole sponsorship. If interested, please reach out to Devin Garcia. We hope to see you all there to raise money for Griffin extracurricular activities. 

Devin Garcia

The Diller Odell Robotics team won its 5th straight ESU 5 Robotics Championship this year. As the year comes to an end I would like to thank everyone that has had a hand in making the year a success in Mr. Garcia's Science Classroom. We want to thank everyone that spent time helping us get ready for the competition. This was the first year we entered two teams into the competition and each did very well. One team finished 4th overall and the other came out on top as Champions. This year the teams consisted of Andrew Hawks, Creighton Heideman, Josh Landon, Griffin Zabokrtsky, Zach Schnuelle, Libby Huwalt, Lanie Newby, and Hannah Penner. 

Mr. Garcia

Kimber is our May Student of the Month. She exemplifies dedication, kindness, and a strong work ethic both inside and outside the classroom. Kimber consistently demonstrates a positive attitude and is always helpful and supportive of her peers. These things make a meaningful impact on our classroom and school community. We are proud of Kimber’s achievements and look forward to seeing her continue to excel. Keep up the fantastic work and congratulations, Kimber!
 

Board of Education Regular Meeting

Monday, May 12, 2025 6:00 PM

High School Media Center in Odell
506 Perry Street
Odell, NE 68415

1. Open Meeting

1.1. Roll Call

1.2. Recognize the Open Meetings Act information

1.3. Public Comment
No public comment was received.

1.4. Approve minutes of last meeting
Motion to approve minutes of last meeting Passed with a motion by Stuart Vitosh and a second by Adam Engelman.
Alissa Andersen: Yea, Josh Carpenter: Yea, Angie Clifford: Yea, Adam Engelman: Yea, Kasey Murphy: Yea, Stuart Vitosh: Yea
Yea: 6, Nay: 0
There was no discussion.

2. Instruction and Related Items

2.1. Student Report
No student report was available.

2.2. Principals Report
Principals Hinrichs and Mezger reported on the 2025-2026 class schedule, assessments, elementary and high school student awards, and opening schedules for the fall of 2025.

2.3. Review Policy #5052 School Wellness Policy
The Board reviewed Policy #5052.

3. Personnel Items
Superintendent Meyerle reported that all staff have been hired for 2025-2026.

4. Support Service

4.1. Technology Update

4.2. Facility Update
Projects for the summer of 2025 are on schedule as previously discussed.

4.3. Accept milk bid from Hiland Dairy Foods as part of the Southeastern Milk Cooperative
Motion to accept milk bid from Hiland Dairy. Passed with a motion by Stuart Vitosh and a second by Kasey Murphy.
Alissa Andersen: Yea, Josh Carpenter: Yea, Angie Clifford: Yea, Adam Engelman: Yea, Kasey Murphy: Yea, Stuart Vitosh: Yea
Yea: 6, Nay: 0
Hiland Dairy was the only bid submitted.

5. Superintendent Items

5.1. Superintendent Report
Superintendent Meyerle gave a report on developments at the state legislature.  He also gave budget updates as we are 3/4 through the fiscal year.

He also discussed the school calendar with the Board.  The Board adopts a calendar in alignment with the NSAA and their activities.  He noted he takes calls from some patrons that wish school started earlier and some wish it started later.  For 2025-2026, the first day of school is August 14 and the last day is May 22.  The school year could end earlier by eliminating some days off during the year.  Currently, the Board does not want to change the philosophy of the school calendar.

6. Financial Items

6.1. Pay bills as presented
Motion to approve bills as presented. Passed with a motion by Alissa Andersen and a second by Josh Carpenter.
Alissa Andersen: Yea, Josh Carpenter: Yea, Angie Clifford: Yea, Adam Engelman: Yea, Kasey Murphy: Yea, Stuart Vitosh: Yea
Yea: 6, Nay: 0
There was no discussion.

7. Board of Education Items

7.1. Committee Reports
The Board discussed possibly changing some Board member committee assignments.

7.2. Executive Session

8. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn Passed with a motion by Adam Engelman and a second by Josh Carpenter.
Alissa Andersen: Yea, Josh Carpenter: Yea, Angie Clifford: Yea, Adam Engelman: Yea, Kasey Murphy: Yea, Stuart Vitosh: Yea
Yea: 6, Nay: 0
President Clifford adjourned the meeting at 6:45pm.  The next regular Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 10 at 7:00pm at the elementary in Diller.

 Bills: