Mission:

Educating Students for a Better Tomorrow!

The mission of Gothenburg Public Schools in conjunction with the entire community is to prepare all students within a positive, innovative, learning environment to be lifelong learners for the 21st century.

The mission of the Gothenburg Public Schools is to provide education through strong instructional leadership, a safe and positive learning environment, continuous assessment of pupil progress, quality staff development, and a partnership in learning with parents, the community and private business. 

About Us:

Gothenburg Public Schools is located in Dawson County, in south-central Nebraska.  The population of Gothenburg is 3,558 with 29.2% of the population consisting of children and teens 19 years of age and under.  Gothenburg has, in recent years, experienced an increase in the number of young families moving back to the community and this is reflected in an increase in enrollment.  

In 2001, a $12.3 million bond issue was passed which resulted in a new junior / senior high school building, which was completed in 2004.  In 2008, the elementary school was also remodeled and additional classrooms were added.  In 2011, the cafeteria, kitchen and concession areas were remodeled and the track and field complex, with partial funding from the Cindermates organization, was upgraded into a state-of-the-art complex.