🏃♂️ STATE CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS! 🏃♀️
Another fall sport comes to an end! We’re so proud of our B-W squad and the way they competed at state!
🏅 STATE MEET FINISHERS
• Ty Freeman — 14th place
• Guillermo Fernandez — 51st place
• Hallie Kumm — 62nd place
• Ryder Doerr — 62nd place
• Trace Wakeley — 124th place
• Cole Pinkelman — 127th place
🏆 TEAM RESULTS
The B-W boys finished 9th overall in the state!
Congratulations to our runners and coaches on an incredible season! Way to finish strong, B-W!
CONGRATULATIONS, MAKINNA LOVELL!
Please join us in congratulating senior Makinna Lovell on her commitment to continue her Track & Field career at Mount Marty University next fall! 🏃♀️
Makinna’s years of hard work, dedication, countless practices, and perseverance through the highs and lows have led to this exciting achievement. Your commitment to the sport and determination to reach your goals have paid off, and we are incredibly proud of you!
We look forward to seeing all you accomplish at the next level. Best of luck as you begin this exciting new chapter!
RED RIBBON WEEK IS NEXT WEEK!
Get ready for a SUPER week at Bloomfield Elementary! 🦸♂️💥
October 26–30, we will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week, proudly supported by our Bloomfield Elementary Student Council! Throughout the week, students are encouraged to participate in fun dress-up days while learning about the importance of making healthy choices and living drug-free!
🎉 Here's the lineup:
🦸 Monday – Be a Hero! Stay Drug Free!
Dress like your favorite superhero!
🧦 Tuesday – "Sock" It to Drugs!
Wear silly socks with shorts!
💥 Wednesday – Drugs Are WHACK!
Wear your clothes inside out, backwards, or mix-matched!
💤 Thursday – Drugs Ruin Your Dreams!
Wear pajamas and bring a small blanket for DEAR time!
🎃 Friday – Say "Boo!" to Drugs!
Wear your favorite Halloween shirt! Costumes may be worn at your teacher's discretion.
📣 REMINDER: All dress-up days must follow school handbook policies.
Let's make it a fun-filled week of school spirit, positive choices, and saying NO to drugs!
Get ready for a SUPER week at Bloomfield Elementary! 🦸♂️💥
October 26–30, we will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week, proudly supported by our Bloomfield Elementary Student Council! Throughout the week, students are encouraged to participate in fun dress-up days while learning about the importance of making healthy choices and living drug-free!
🎉 Here's the lineup:
🦸 Monday – Be a Hero! Stay Drug Free!
Dress like your favorite superhero!
🧦 Tuesday – "Sock" It to Drugs!
Wear silly socks with shorts!
💥 Wednesday – Drugs Are WHACK!
Wear your clothes inside out, backwards, or mix-matched!
💤 Thursday – Drugs Ruin Your Dreams!
Wear pajamas and bring a small blanket for DEAR time!
🎃 Friday – Say "Boo!" to Drugs!
Wear your favorite Halloween shirt! Costumes may be worn at your teacher's discretion.
📣 REMINDER: All dress-up days must follow school handbook policies.
Let's make it a fun-filled week of school spirit, positive choices, and saying NO to drugs!
ONE MORE XC POST BECAUSE WHY NOT?!
The B-W teams kicked off their morning with a stop at the elementary school, and our kiddos LOVED getting to hear from our upperclassmen! What a great opportunity to be role models, lead by example, and inspire our younger Bees.
We wrapped it up with a tunnel walk to send the teams off in style! 🙌
B-W, you’ve got a whole Hive cheering you on! Best of luck tomorrow at STATE!
Our PK–4 students got hands-on today with a fun, creative activity exploring their five senses! What a great way to learn, explore, and discover the world around them!
ONE LAST REGULAR SEASON SHOWDOWN! 🐝
It's GAME DAY, Bee Nation! Tonight, your Bloomfield Bees take the field for their FINAL regular season football game as they host the Neligh-Oakdale Warriors!
It's also SENIOR NIGHT! Join us as we recognize our seniors and celebrate their hard work, dedication, and commitment to Bloomfield football!
🏈 Bloomfield Bees vs. Neligh-Oakdale Warriors
📅 Thursday, October 22
⏰ Kickoff: 7:00 PM
📺 Live streaming on Bloomfield's Hudl: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ne/bloomfield/organization/6402/bloomfield-high-school/team/16720/boys-varsity-football/schedule?date=2026-10-01&range=Month&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeTMyODQzNzY3&ss=2026&shared=true
🌽 FFA TAILGATE! Be sure to stop by the Knox County Fair Church Stand for some great food served by our Bloomfield FFA members from 5:30 PM through halftime!
📣 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL TOMORROW! Friday, October 23, is Fall Break! Enjoy your long weekend, Bees! 🍂
SUBDISTRICT BRACKETS ARE OUT! 🏐
Bloomfield High School is proud to host the D1-6 Volleyball Subdistricts!
Your #1 RANKED, UNDEFEATED QUEEN BEES are set to take the court on Monday, October 26, at 7:30 PM, facing the winner of Winside vs. Randolph!
The Hive is ready, and the road to state continues RIGHT HERE in Bloomfield! Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and keep this season rolling! 🔥
DEFEND THE HIVE! 🐝
STATE BOUND! Help us wish the best of luck to our B-W Boys Cross Country Team and Hallie Kumm as they head to Kearney tomorrow afternoon to compete at STATE! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ We are so proud of these athletes and all the hard work that got them here! Go out there, give it your all, and represent B-W with pride!
WHAT A FINISH!! Your Queen Bees battled until the very last point, winning a thrilling final set 27-25 to secure the victory and be crowned CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS!
The heart, grit, and determination these ladies showed all season led to this moment! Congratulations, Queen Bees! You earned it! 👑🐝
🏆 CELEBRATION OF EXCELLENCE! 🏆
At our October Committee of the Whole Board Meeting, the Bloomfield Community Schools Board of Education proudly recognized Ms. Diane Fehringer and Ms. Katy Yunker with the Celebration of Excellence Award!
Bloomfield Community Schools partners with Heartland Counseling Services to provide contracted mental health services that support our students and families. Through individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Heartland Counseling Services helps individuals navigate challenges, develop healthy coping skills, and access additional mental health resources.
Diane and Katy play an important role in bringing these valuable services to our school community. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to the well-being of our students and families do not go unnoticed!
Congratulations, Diane and Katy, and thank you for the difference you make in our district!
At our October Committee of the Whole Board Meeting, the Bloomfield Community Schools Board of Education proudly recognized Ms. Diane Fehringer and Ms. Katy Yunker with the Celebration of Excellence Award!
Bloomfield Community Schools partners with Heartland Counseling Services to provide contracted mental health services that support our students and families. Through individual, family, and group psychotherapy, Heartland Counseling Services helps individuals navigate challenges, develop healthy coping skills, and access additional mental health resources.
Diane and Katy play an important role in bringing these valuable services to our school community. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to the well-being of our students and families do not go unnoticed!
Congratulations, Diane and Katy, and thank you for the difference you make in our district!
STATE CROSS COUNTRY SEND-OFF!
Our Bloomfield-Wausa Cross Country runners are STATE BOUND, and we're ready to send them off in style!
Join us on Thursday, October 22, as we celebrate our state qualifiers and wish them the best of luck!
🐝 9:15 AM | Bloomfield High School
We'll kick things off with a SPIRIT TUNNEL in the high school west lobby to cheer on our BHS runners!
🚒 Following the Spirit Tunnel | Downtown Bloomfield
Our local fire trucks will lead the team through downtown and out of town for a special send-off!
📣 9:45 AM | Wausa High School
The team will head to Wausa for an official STATE SEND-OFF PEP RALLY!
Let's show these athletes just how proud our communities are! Come out, make some noise, and help us send our runners to STATE with plenty of school spirit!
GOOD LUCK, BLOOMFIELD-WAUSA! BRING IT HOME!
Our Bloomfield-Wausa Cross Country runners are STATE BOUND, and we're ready to send them off in style!
Join us on Thursday, October 22, as we celebrate our state qualifiers and wish them the best of luck!
🐝 9:15 AM | Bloomfield High School
We'll kick things off with a SPIRIT TUNNEL in the high school west lobby to cheer on our BHS runners!
🚒 Following the Spirit Tunnel | Downtown Bloomfield
Our local fire trucks will lead the team through downtown and out of town for a special send-off!
📣 9:45 AM | Wausa High School
The team will head to Wausa for an official STATE SEND-OFF PEP RALLY!
Let's show these athletes just how proud our communities are! Come out, make some noise, and help us send our runners to STATE with plenty of school spirit!
GOOD LUCK, BLOOMFIELD-WAUSA! BRING IT HOME!
ALL-STATE CHOIR BOUND! 🎶
A HUGE congratulations to Michael Dodge and Myranda Eckmann on qualifying for the 2026 Nebraska All-State Choir! 🎤🎼
This is an incredible accomplishment and a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and musical talents!
A HUGE congratulations to Michael Dodge and Myranda Eckmann on qualifying for the 2026 Nebraska All-State Choir! 🎤🎼
This is an incredible accomplishment and a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and musical talents!
FOOTBALL, FOOD & FFA! 🌽🐝
The Bloomfield FFA Chapter is excited to host its Annual FFA Tailgate on Thursday, October 22, during the Bloomfield Bees football game against Neligh-Oakdale!
📅 Thursday, October 22
📍 Knox County Fair Church Stand
⏰ Serving from 3:50 PM until halftime
Come hungry, grab some food, and support our hardworking FFA members while cheering on the Bees!
The Bloomfield FFA Chapter is excited to host its Annual FFA Tailgate on Thursday, October 22, during the Bloomfield Bees football game against Neligh-Oakdale!
📅 Thursday, October 22
📍 Knox County Fair Church Stand
⏰ Serving from 3:50 PM until halftime
Come hungry, grab some food, and support our hardworking FFA members while cheering on the Bees!
LAST CALL FOR STATE CROSS COUNTRY APPAREL!
Friendly reminder that the Bloomfield-Wausa State Cross Country apparel store CLOSES TODAY AT 10:00 AM! ⏰
Don't miss your chance to grab some State XC gear and show your support for our runners as they head to STATE!
🛍️ ORDER HERE: https://bloomfieldwausastatexc26.itemorder.com/
Friendly reminder that the Bloomfield-Wausa State Cross Country apparel store CLOSES TODAY AT 10:00 AM! ⏰
Don't miss your chance to grab some State XC gear and show your support for our runners as they head to STATE!
🛍️ ORDER HERE: https://bloomfieldwausastatexc26.itemorder.com/
UPDATED BRACKET! Your #1 SEEDED BLOOMFIELD QUEEN BEES are ready to hit the court tonight!
📍 Location: Homer High School Gym
⏰ Game Time: 5:30 PM
🏐 Opponent: Homer Lady Knights
📺 LIVESTREAM INFORMATION: Tonight's games will be streamed on the NFHS Network! Please note that a paid subscription is required to watch the games online.
Let's pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on our Queen Bees as they continue their postseason run! LET'S GO, QUEEN BEES! 🐝🏐
📍 Location: Homer High School Gym
⏰ Game Time: 5:30 PM
🏐 Opponent: Homer Lady Knights
📺 LIVESTREAM INFORMATION: Tonight's games will be streamed on the NFHS Network! Please note that a paid subscription is required to watch the games online.
Let's pack the stands, bring the energy, and cheer on our Queen Bees as they continue their postseason run! LET'S GO, QUEEN BEES! 🐝🏐
THE WEEKLY BUZZ | OCTOBER 19–25
PHEW! 😅 Is anyone else still recovering from Homecoming Week?! What a jam-packed, fun-filled week full of school spirit, memories, and Bee pride! From start to finish, it was definitely a Homecoming Week to remember!
But the fun doesn't stop there! We're rolling right into another busy week at Bloomfield Community Schools!
Check out The Weekly Buzz for October 19–25 to see what's happening around the district! Let's keep that Bee pride going strong! GO BEES!
PHEW! 😅 Is anyone else still recovering from Homecoming Week?! What a jam-packed, fun-filled week full of school spirit, memories, and Bee pride! From start to finish, it was definitely a Homecoming Week to remember!
But the fun doesn't stop there! We're rolling right into another busy week at Bloomfield Community Schools!
Check out The Weekly Buzz for October 19–25 to see what's happening around the district! Let's keep that Bee pride going strong! GO BEES!
100 CAREER WINS FOR COACH MATT KUCHAR! 🏈
A HUGE congratulations to Bloomfield Bees Head Football Coach Matt Kuchar on reaching an incredible milestone of 100 career wins as head coach!
A 1997 Bloomfield High School graduate and lifelong Bee, Coach Kuchar is currently in his 22nd season coaching at Bloomfield and his 14th season as head coach, a position he has held since 2013. After earning his Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney in 2001, Coach Kuchar began his teaching and coaching career at North Loup-Scotia before returning to his hometown in 2005.
Throughout his years with the Bees, Coach Kuchar has played an instrumental role in the football program's continued success, including five district championships, five district runner-up finishes, and contributing to Bloomfield's remarkable streak of 38 consecutive appearances in the Nebraska State Football Playoffs.
His dedication to student-athletes extends far beyond the football field. Coach Kuchar has also served as an assistant boys basketball coach for 21 years, along with coaching girls basketball and track. In 2023, he was recognized with the "Coaches That Rock" award after being nominated by his own players, a true testament to the impact he has made on those he coaches.
His coaching accomplishments also include serving as an assistant coach in the 2018 Northeast Nebraska All-Star Game and the 2021 Nebraska Eight-Man Football Coaches Association Sertoma Game, before being selected as head coach of the East Team in 2025.
One of the things Coach Kuchar takes the most pride in is continuing the traditions and values of Bloomfield Football alongside a coaching staff made up entirely of former Bloomfield Bees players and alumni. He has also had the special opportunity to coach both of his sons throughout his career.
Off the field, Matt and his wife, Bridget, are proud parents of three Bloomfield alumni: Grace (fiancé Caleb), Ian, and Owen.
While 100 wins is an incredible accomplishment, Coach Kuchar's legacy goes far beyond the scoreboard. His commitment to developing young athletes, building character, maintaining traditions, and instilling Bee pride has left a lasting impact on generations of Bloomfield students.
On behalf of Bloomfield Community Schools, THANK YOU, Coach Kuchar, for your countless hours, unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students, school, and community.
Congratulations on WIN #100! We are incredibly proud of you and grateful to have you leading our Bees!
A HUGE congratulations to Bloomfield Bees Head Football Coach Matt Kuchar on reaching an incredible milestone of 100 career wins as head coach!
A 1997 Bloomfield High School graduate and lifelong Bee, Coach Kuchar is currently in his 22nd season coaching at Bloomfield and his 14th season as head coach, a position he has held since 2013. After earning his Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Nebraska at Kearney in 2001, Coach Kuchar began his teaching and coaching career at North Loup-Scotia before returning to his hometown in 2005.
Throughout his years with the Bees, Coach Kuchar has played an instrumental role in the football program's continued success, including five district championships, five district runner-up finishes, and contributing to Bloomfield's remarkable streak of 38 consecutive appearances in the Nebraska State Football Playoffs.
His dedication to student-athletes extends far beyond the football field. Coach Kuchar has also served as an assistant boys basketball coach for 21 years, along with coaching girls basketball and track. In 2023, he was recognized with the "Coaches That Rock" award after being nominated by his own players, a true testament to the impact he has made on those he coaches.
His coaching accomplishments also include serving as an assistant coach in the 2018 Northeast Nebraska All-Star Game and the 2021 Nebraska Eight-Man Football Coaches Association Sertoma Game, before being selected as head coach of the East Team in 2025.
One of the things Coach Kuchar takes the most pride in is continuing the traditions and values of Bloomfield Football alongside a coaching staff made up entirely of former Bloomfield Bees players and alumni. He has also had the special opportunity to coach both of his sons throughout his career.
Off the field, Matt and his wife, Bridget, are proud parents of three Bloomfield alumni: Grace (fiancé Caleb), Ian, and Owen.
While 100 wins is an incredible accomplishment, Coach Kuchar's legacy goes far beyond the scoreboard. His commitment to developing young athletes, building character, maintaining traditions, and instilling Bee pride has left a lasting impact on generations of Bloomfield students.
On behalf of Bloomfield Community Schools, THANK YOU, Coach Kuchar, for your countless hours, unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students, school, and community.
Congratulations on WIN #100! We are incredibly proud of you and grateful to have you leading our Bees!
IT’S HOMECOMING DAY, BEES! 🐝
Today is a crazy, fun, and BUSY day at Bloomfield Community Schools! 🎉
Here’s everything you need to know:
🚨 NO PK4 OR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TODAY!
📣 8:45 AM — Homecoming Pep Rally in the High School Gym, hosted by our cheerleaders!
🎉 10:00 AM — Homecoming Parade! Come out and help us celebrate our Bees!
🔔 1:00 PM — High School students will be dismissed for the day.
🏈 2:00 PM — HOMECOMING FOOTBALL! The Bees take on the Niobrara-Verdigre Cougars! Come pack the stands and support your hometown BEES! 🐝
💃🕺 8:00–10:00 PM — Homecoming Dance (7th-12th Grade)!
DISTRICT XC RESULTS!!!
THE BEES ARE STATE-BOUND! Our runners showed up and showed OUT at Districts!
🏅 INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIERS
🥇 Ty Freeman — 1st Place
👏 Guillermo Fernandez — 14th Place
👏 Hallie Kumm — 11th Place
🏆 TEAM RESULTS
The boys brought home 3RD PLACE and punched their ticket to STATE as a team next week!
🐝 B-W INDIVIDUAL RESULTS!
👏 Tinley Duffy — 18th
👏 Anahi Fernandez — 29th
👏 Emma Kumm — 30th
👏 Ryder Doerr — 23rd
👏 Cole Pinkelman — 30th
👏 Trace Wakeley — 52nd
Congratulations to all our runners and coaches on an incredible district meet! We are SO proud of the hard work, determination, and heart you’ve put into this season.
NEXT STOP: STATE! 🏁
BEES IN ACTION!
Today, our high school students spent the day giving back to the community through a variety of community service projects! We’re proud of our Bees for stepping up, lending a helping hand, and making a difference right here at home!
