Jim and Carlene Svoboda were proud supporters of the mission of our Catholic schools for many years, and their generosity began with a simple act of gratitude. Jim ran the funeral home and Carlene helped behind the scenes in countless ways, they were both deeply committed to ensuring their four
Sr. Michelle Hayek, Norte Dame Sister, was a long time member of Bishop Neumann High School serving in many roles. She began her association as principal in the fall of 1978. She was known for her ability to help develop teachers and in encouraging and advising them to be all
Al and Rose both grew up in large families—Al in Minnesota and Rose in Missouri. Al attended Assumption Catholic School in Eden Valley, MN, with the support of two uncles, Father Pete Gruenes and Father Al Gruenes, who became father figures to him after his own father passed away when
Investing in Education, Building Community About the Scholarship: The Pflanz Family Scholarship is a $1,000 scholarship established with the primary aim of fostering the educational aspirations of the youth in Wahoo, Nebraska. This scholarship is a testament to the commitment of the Pflanz family to invest in the future of
Tending Roses Scholarship at Saunders Catholic Schools The Tending Roses Scholarship at Saunders Catholic Schools is a heartfelt initiative established by the Sandy Spangler Family, dedicated to supporting students in need. While Sandy spearheaded the scholarship, she gives credit to the Saunders County community and the Holy Spirit, acknowledging that
Lloyd and Aldean Townsend instilled a deep respect for education in their home. Although neither of them pursued formal education beyond high school, their lives exemplified the values of hard work and dedication. World War II made it impossible for Lloyd to continue his education, while societal expectations led Aldean
The Jerry Specht Scholarship Honoring the Specht Family’s Commitment to Catholic Education Jerry (Gerald) Specht is a 1966 graduate of Bishop Neumann High School. He and his wife (Mary Knuth Specht ’66) have four children, all of them Bishop Neumann Alumni. Jerry and Mary’s grandchildren are third generation Bishop Neumann
Vennie and Mary Ann (Chapek) Kavan grew up on farms around Wahoo. They met when Vennie was home on leave from the Navy at a District #70 Halloween Dance and were married February 16, 1957 at St. Wenceslaus Church, making the Kavan family farm their home and livelihood. Their nine
Joseph E. Sousek was born on July 5, 1922 in Prague, NE. He attended District 84 country school near Plasi. Joe served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army Air Corps until he was honorably discharged. On November 9, 1948, he was united in marriage to Anastasia
Bishop Neumann offers the Guardian Angel Scholarship, for families who have a financial need but do not qualify for the Good Shepherd Scholarship or need additional support. The Guardian Angel Funds are completely supported by private donations, from benefactors who would like to help a child to enjoy the benefits
