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“The only time you run out of chances is when you stop taking them.” 

—Author unknown

Staff Ashley Nansel

Ashley Nansel

Email:
ashley.nansel
@arnoldpublicschools.org

Phone:
308-848-2226 ext. 6

Lesson Planbook Link

ACT 2026-27 Registration deadlines & Test Dates

 

Test DateRegistration Deadline
September 19August 14
October 17September 11
December 12November 6
February 27January 22
April 10March 5
June 12May 7
July 10June 4

I would really encourage juniors and seniors to take the ACT four times before they graduate.

More information can be found on act.org

Documents

Distance Learning and Dual Credit Courses

Distant Learning Courses
Spanish I, II, III, IV
Dual Credit Courses
English Composition I & II
College Algebra
Elements of Stats
Digital Imaging

*We strive for offering our students a variety of classes. If a class is not offered, we will make every effort possible to provide the class.

Education:

Masters in School Counseling, Chadron State College 2017

Bachelor of Science in Education, Chadron State College, 2010

Endorsement:

K-6 Elementary Education

Experience

Arnold Public Schools, 2010- Current

  • 3rd grade for 4 years
  • 2014- current Guidance Counseling

Upcoming Events

College Visits–Juniors…You have one college visit and one job shadow visit this year! Take full advantage and schedule one!!

Seniors-You have two college visits and a job shadow this year!

Scholarship Information:                      Go to the Homepage>Students>Scholarships to find scholarship listings and deadlines.

Arnold Education Association Scholarship:  1) Graduate of Arnold High School, 2) Must be working toward a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Education, 3) Must be preparing to student teach for the first time. Please contact Ms. Nansel for an application.

Career Links

ACT Prep

 

Mrs. Nansel’s Schedule

Homeroom: 8:00-8:21(M-Th)  

1st hour: 8:21-9:12 (M-Th)                                        8:00-8:44 (F)
Counseling

2nd hour: 9:12-10:03 (M-Th)                                       8:46-9:29 (F)
Elementary Guidance

Break: 10:03-10:08 (M-Th)                                   9:29-9:35 (F)

3rd hour: 10:08-10:59 (M-Th)                                    9:37-10:20 (F)
Counseling

4th hour: 10:59-11:50 (M-Th)                                    10:22-11:06 (F)
Elementary Guidance/ Elementary Lunch

5th hour: 11:50-12:41 (M-Th)                                    11:08-11:52 (F)
Elementary Lunch

Lunch: 12:41-1:11 (M-Th)                                      11:52-12:22 (F)

6th hour: 1:11-2:02 (M-Th)                                        12:24-1:08 (F)
Senior Careers Class

7th hour: 2:02-2:53 (M-Th)                                        1:10-1:54 (F)
MS Exploratory Classes:  7th grade: 2nd quarter, 6th grade: 3rd quarter, 8th grade: 4th quarter

8th hour: 2:53-3:44 (M-Th)                                        1:56-2:40 (F)
Elementary Guidance

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September 29, 2026

September 8, 2026 Resolution Hearing

A Special Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Arnold, in the County of Custer, in the State of  Nebraska School District No. 89 of Custer County, Nebraska, was convened in open and Public Session after the Budget Hearing on the 8th day of  September, 2026, at Arnold Public School East Campus, in said District.  Notice of the Meeting was given in advance thereof according to Law by Proper Publication, a designated method for giving notice to the School District,  A copy of the Proof of Publication being attached to these minutes.  Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education.  Availability of the Agenda and the Purpose of the meeting was communicated in the advanced notice of the meeting to the members of this meeting.

Board of Education met in special session Tue, September 8, 2026 at 8:04 P.M. with all members present.  

Meeting called to order

Motion Strasburg, seconded Dalrymple to approve the agenda.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

NON-ACTION ITEMS

Opened Resolution Hearing at 8:05 p.m.

Heard Testimony

Closed Resolution Hearing at 8:09 p.m.

Meeting adjourned by Bowers at 8:09 p.m.

The agenda is a continuous one and is available for examination during the regular hours at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.

APPROVED:

PRESIDENT DATE

SECRETARY DATE

September 8, 2026 Budget Hearing

A Special Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Arnold, in the County of Custer, in the State of  Nebraska School District No. 89 of Custer County, Nebraska, was convened in open and Public Session at  8:00 P.M. on the 8th day of  September, 2026, at Arnold Public School East Campus, in said District.  Notice of the Meeting was given in advance thereof according to Law by Proper Publication, a designated method for giving notice to the School District,  A copy of the Proof of Publication being attached to these minutes.  Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education.  Availability of the Agenda and the Purpose of the meeting was communicated in the advanced notice of the meeting to the members of this meeting.

Board of Education met in special session Tue, September 8, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. with all members present.   

Meeting called to order

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Strasburg to approve the agenda.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

NON-ACTION ITEMS

Opened Budget Hearing at 8:01 p.m.

Heard Testimony

Closed Budget Hearing at 8:04 p.m.

Meeting adjourned by Bowers at 8:04 p.m.

The agenda is a continuous one and is available for examination during the regular hours at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.

APPROVED:

PRESIDENT DATE

SECRETARY DATE

September 8, 2026 Regular Board Meeting

A Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Arnold, in the County of Custer, in the State of Nebraska School District No. 89 of Custer County, Nebraska, was convened in open and Public Session at 8:10 P.M. on the 8th day of September, 2026, at the East Campus, in said District.  Notice of the Meeting was given in advance thereof according to Law by Proper Publication, a designated method for giving notice to the School District,  A copy of the Proof of Publication being attached to these minutes.  Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education.  Availability of the Agenda and the Purpose of the meeting was communicated in the advanced notice of the meeting to the members of this meeting.

Board of Education met in regular session Tues, September 8, 2026 at 8:10 P.M. with all members present. 

Meeting called to order

Motion J. Cool, seconded Bierman to approve the agenda.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Bierman to approve the minutes of the last meetings.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded J. Cool to approve claims totaling $333,921.06.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Visitors & Guests: 

NON-ACTION ITEMS

ACTION ITEMS

Motion J. Cool, seconded Dalrymple to approve Recognition of Arnold Education Association (AEA) as Exclusive Bargaining Unit for Teachers for 2028-2029 Negotiations.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Strasburg, seconded Bierman to approve 2026-2027 School District Budget.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Bierman, seconded S. Cool to approve 2026-2027 Tax Request Resolution.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Strasburg to approve xTool Printer purchase.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Accepted Principal and Superintendent Reports

The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. at the East Campus.

Meeting adjourned by Bowers at 8:58 P.M.

To be considered for payment bills must be in the school office by noon on Thursday before the Board Meeting on Tuesday.

The agenda is a continuous one and is available for examination during the regular hours at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.

APPROVED:

PRESIDENT DATE

SECRETARY DATE

August 11, 2026 Board Minutes

A Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Arnold, in the County of Custer, in the State of Nebraska School District No. 89 of Custer County, Nebraska, was convened in open and Public Session at 8:00 P.M. on the 11th day of August, 2026, at the East Campus, in said District.  Notice of the Meeting was given in advance thereof according to Law by Proper Publication, a designated method for giving notice to the School District,  A copy of the Proof of Publication being attached to these minutes.  Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education.  Availability of the Agenda and the Purpose of the meeting was communicated in the advanced notice of the meeting to the members of this meeting.

Board of Education met in regular session Tues, August 11, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. with five members present: Bierman, Bowers, Dalrymple, J. Cool and Strasburg.  S. Cool arrived at 8:03 P.M. 

Meeting called to order

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Strasburg to approve the agenda.  Unanimous on roll call with five members present.

Motion Bierman, seconded Strasburg to approve the minutes of the last meeting.  Unanimous on roll call vote with five members present.

Motion Strasburg, seconded Dalrymple to approve claims totaling $341,519.43.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Visitors & Guests:  1 Guest

NON-ACTION ITEMS

None

ACTION ITEMS

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Bierman to approve 2026-2027 Bus Routes.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Bierman, seconded Strasburg to approve Substitute Teacher Rate of $180 per day.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion J. Cool, seconded Dalrymple to approve surplus 2014 Ford Econoline Van for disposal.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Accepted Principal and Superintendent Reports

The next regular meeting will be Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. at the East Campus. 

A Budget Workshop is scheduled for Monday, August 24, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. at the East Campus.

Meeting adjourned by Bowers at 8:36 P.M.

To be considered for payment bills must be in the school office by noon on Thursday before the Board Meeting on Tuesday.

The agenda is a continuous one and is available for examination during the regular hours at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.

APPROVED:

PRESIDENT DATE

SECRETARY DATE

June 2026 Minutes

A Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Arnold, in the County of Custer, in the State of Nebraska School District No. 89 of Custer County, Nebraska, was convened in open and Public Session at 8:00 P.M. on the 9th day of June, 2026, at the East Campus, in said District.  Notice of the Meeting was given in advance thereof according to Law by Proper Publication, a designated method for giving notice to the School District,  A copy of the Proof of Publication being attached to these minutes.  Notice of this meeting was given in advance to all members of the Board of Education.  Availability of the Agenda and the Purpose of the meeting was communicated in the advanced notice of the meeting to the members of this meeting.

Board of Education met in regular session Tues, June 9, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. with Bierman, Bowers, J. Cool, S, Cool and Dalrymple.  Motion Bierman, seconded Dalrymple to excuse Strasburg.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded J. Cool  to approve the agenda.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded Bierman to approve the minutes of the last meeting.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion J. Cool, seconded Dalrymple to approve claims totaling $286,225.23.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

NON-ACTION ITEMS

ACTION ITEMS

Motion Bierman, seconded S. Cool to approve 2026 Wellness Policy Triennial Assessment.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Dalrymple, seconded S. Cool to approve Surplus of Property for Disposal.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Motion Bierman, seconded Dalrymple to approve 2026 Audit Proposal with MJK CPA.  Unanimous on roll call vote.

Accepted Principal and Superintendent Reports

Next regular meeting will be Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 8:00 P.M. at the East Campus.

Meeting adjourned by Bowers at 8:25 P.M.

To be considered for payment bills must be in the school office by noon on Thursday before the Board Meeting on Tuesday.

The agenda is a continuous one and is available for examination during the regular hours at the office of the Superintendent of Schools.

APPROVED:

PRESIDENT DATE

SECRETARY DATE

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