Anselmo-Merna Public School

Congratulations to Korbin Druery for signing with the Rodeo Team at Dodge City Community College in Kansas! Good Luck to you!

Congratulations to Haylea Miller! Today she signed to join the Rodeo Team at Mid-Plains Community College in McCook!

Child Find Notice

If you, as a resident of the Anselmo-Merna Public School District, know of infants, toddlers, or school-age children who may be eligible for educational services as a student with a disability under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, please contact your school principal or the District Office.

You may also contact us at:
Anselmo-Merna Public School
750 North Conway
Merna, NE 68856
308-643-2224

Students attending K–12 nonpublic schools within Anselmo-Merna Public School District boundaries may be referred for an evaluation by Anselmo-Merna Public School or their resident district.

Events for the week!

*Adams Central Invite schedule of events is attached!

Coyotes! We are excited to share that Callie Zutavern will be stepping into the role of P–12 Assistant Principal for the 2026–2027 school year at Anselmo-Merna Public School - pending board approval. In this role, Callie will primarily support students and staff in grades 7–12, while also working across our system to strengthen consistency, communication, and support for all learners from preschool through graduation. Callie brings a strong background in instructional leadership and has played an important role in our school’s continuous improvement efforts. She is deeply committed to student success and a natural fit for this important role. Her ability to build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families continues to positively impact our school community. When asked about this opportunity, Callie shared: “I’m so excited to take this next step in my career as Assistant Principal at Anselmo-Merna. I am very passionate about student success, supporting teachers, and fostering a positive school culture. It is truly an honor to serve this school community and continue building strong relationships with students, staff, and families.” Please join us in congratulating Callie on this well-deserved opportunity. We are grateful for her leadership and look forward to the continued positive impact she will have on our students and school community.

Congratulations to these hard-working students!

Congratulations to our Winter NCPA Academic All-State award winners! Excelling in activities and the classroom!

Some of our Jobs for America’s Graduates students are at the Unicameral today, learning more about leadership and advocacy. Thank you to Senator Tanya Storer for taking the time to visit with our students and provide a behind-the-scenes look at the legislative process.

A-M Elementary Track Day is Thursday May 7th. To order class shirts please use the link. Please have orders completed by April 7th. Contact Mrs. Swisher (jenny.swisher@amcoyotes.org) if you have questions.

https://anselmo-merna-t-fday2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

This morning at 10:00 AM, the State of Nebraska conducted a statewide tornado drill as part of Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Week. Our students and staff participated in this important safety drill, practicing the procedures we would follow in the event of a tornado warning. This included reviewing where to go and how to respond quickly and safely during severe weather. Practicing these routines helps ensure that everyone is prepared and can respond calmly and effectively in a real emergency. Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our school community safe.

The track team competed at our home invite on Tuesday. They had a great day! Thank you to everyone who came and supported our athletes.

TEAM SCORES
Boys Team ~ Champions
Girls Team ~ Runner up

MEDALISTS
Shayleigh Coleman - 100m hurdles (1st place) / 300m hurdles (1st place) / 400m relay (1st place)
Drake Doss - discus (4th place) / 400m relay (3rd place)
Lily Thornton - discus (1st place) / shot (4th place)
Brayden Wilson - 400m relay (3rd place)
Colin Wright - high jump (2nd place) / 100m (1st place) / 200m (1st place) / 400m relay (1st place)
Malloree Bartak - high jump (4th place) / shot (2nd place) / 100m (2nd place) / 400m relay (1st place)
Jackson Christen - discus (3rd place)
Jhett Cramer - 1600m (6th place)
Dane Duryea - long jump (3rd place) / 100m (4th place) / 400m relay (1st place)
Caenyn Priest - triple jump (2nd place) / 110m hurdles (1st place) / 300m hurdles (2nd place) / 400m relay (3rd place)
Destrey White - high jump (1st place) / long jump (2nd place) / 100m (2nd place) / 400m relay (1st place)
Trevor Duryea - triple jump (1st place) , long jump (1st place), 400m relay (1st place)
Tim Myers - 100m (6th place), 110m hurdles (3rd place), 400m relay (3rd place)
Kenzie Russell - 100m (5th place), 400m relay (1st place)
Raylee Bachman - 100m hurdles (5th place)
Jenna Bartak - pole vault (1st place), 200m (5th place), 400m relay (1st place)
Jessa Goodner - 100m hurdles (5th place), 300m hurdles (4th place)
Gracie Haupt - discus (5th place)

Senior Tea...what a great afternoon for moms to celebrate with their seniors. Thank you to all that helped make this possible!

Reminder - No School Tomorrow March 24th due to home track!

Today we are recognizing AJ Goodner! Congratulations class of 2026!

Events for the week!

*Schedule of events for A- M Invite included.

We are proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of our students who were recognized at the Custer County Foundation Scholarship event today in Ansley. These honors reflect not only their hard work and dedication, but also the bright futures ahead of them. This year’s scholarship recipients include: • Shayleigh Coleman – Bob and Verna Lewis Student/Athlete Memorial Scholarship, Becton-Dickinson Scholarship, Fred and Alice Werner Scholarship • Ryan Finney – Pat Downey Memorial Scholarship • Colin Wright – Verna and Helen Reynolds Scholarship • Haylea Miller – Custer County Foundation Board of Directors Scholarship • Drake Doss – Mark Wells Memorial Scholarship • Jarrett Wells – Margaret Bradley Memorial Scholarship, David Schwisow Memorial Scholarship • Korbin Druery – Becton-Dickinson Scholarship • Lily Thornton – Custer County Patriots for Freedom Scholarship • Rhianen Myers – Mills-Hartman Scholarship We also celebrate past graduates who continue to excel: • Carlee Bartak – Ransom Varney Memorial Pharmacy Scholarship • Mackenzie Burnett – Sharon Elaine Millsap Memorial Scholarship Our students are incredibly fortunate to grow up in a community that so strongly supports them and invests in their growth, success, and future. The generosity of those who support these scholarships speaks directly to the values of our community and the belief in our young people. We are grateful for the opportunities provided and proud of each of these students for representing Anselmo-Merna so well. #OnePackOnePurpose

Our Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) students visited Brookestone today as part of a hands-on learning experience. One resident celebrating a birthday shared it was one of the best days they’ve had in a while! JAG continues to provide real-world exposure, helping students explore career opportunities and build skills that will translate in any work place! #GoCoyotes!

Mr. McIntosh presented at the NRCSA Conference alongside Nebraska administrators and board members, showcasing our Farm-to-Table program. He highlighted how it started, the strong community support behind it, and the generous donations and local beef purchases that help feed our students. We’re proud of the partnerships that make this possible—and we celebrated with a grilling day for our kids! #GoCoyotes

Congratulations to Dane, Caenyn, & Kayden for being selected to the MNAC All-Conference Basketball teams! Dane was selected to the 1st Team and Caenyn and Kayden were Honorable Mention. Way to go guys!