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These are all of the articles posted to the LPS.ORG web site in the past 30 days.

Highlights of the April 23, 2024 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting < Updated

The Lincoln Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 23, at the Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street.

Posted on April 23, 2024


Community combats child hunger with 17th annual Extra Mile Walk < Updated

Lincoln Public Schools students, families, staff and educators came together to help combat child hunger during the 17th annual Extra Mile Walk at East High School April 20. The LPS tradition is a partnership between the Food Bank of Lincoln to raise awareness and support for the nonprofit’s Backpack program. The donations also help aid the Food Bank’s food markets and pantries at LPS schools.

Posted on April 23, 2024


LPS students earn state honors at FCCLA convention < Updated

Lincoln Public Schools students and staff returned from this spring's Nebraska Family, Career and Community Leaders of America State Leadership Conference with multiple honors.

Posted on April 23, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Jose Hidalgo Ramirez - Behavior Interventionist at Culler Middle School < Updated

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Jose Hidalgo Ramirez, behavior interventionist at Culler Middle School.

Posted on April 23, 2024


Uniting through harmony: Martinez celebrates culture and diversity through LPS music workshops < Updated

Lincoln musician Daniel Martinez is teaching LPS students that the language of kindness and respect is as easy to understand as do-re-mi.

Posted on April 22, 2024


East senior encourages student leadership through kindness and positivity < Updated

East High School senior Musab is spreading kindness and joy across campus with a heart as big as the Grand Canyon.

Posted on April 22, 2024


Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - April 23, 2024

The Lincoln Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 23, located in the Boardroom at Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street. 

Posted on April 19, 2024


LPS to host Learning Lunch to discuss legislative changes and next year’s budget planning

Lincoln Public Schools invites the community to a special Learning Lunch on Thursday, April 25, starting at noon.

Posted on April 19, 2024


Meadow Lane wins 2024 Inspire School of the Year Award

Meadow Lane Elementary School students and staff celebrated on April 18 after receiving the 2024 Inspire School of the Year Award from the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools.

Posted on April 18, 2024


Register to Attend Our Educator Interview Fair - May 10

Certificated candidates interested in becoming a teacher (general, special education, early childhood), counselor, school psychologist, speech-language pathologist or school nurse within Lincoln Public Schools are eligible to attend our Educator Interview Fair.

Posted on April 17, 2024


New fashion and design class helps LPS students craft their path to success

LPS high school students are learning about everything from textiles to paint textures in a new fashion and interior design course.

Posted on April 17, 2024


Thinking about it differently: LPS supports future teachers at apprenticeship program event

Eight LPS employees are planning to help future generations of students through the new Nebraska Teacher Apprenticeship Program.

Posted on April 17, 2024


Northeast senior writes story of resilience during time in school hallways

Northeast senior Yelaniya has written a life script that now includes words such as Student Council member, peer mediator, elementary school mentor and treasured friend.

Posted on April 16, 2024


Signing day: LHS seniors commit to be future educators

Six Lincoln High School seniors took an important step toward their future teaching goals during a Project RAICES signing day event.

Posted on April 15, 2024


Irving teacher Mike Robb named 2024 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year

Irving Middle School vocal music teacher Mike Robb is the 2024 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year.  His family, Lincoln Public Schools leaders and local Scottish Rite Organization chapter members surprised Robb during a school assembly in Irving’s auditorium on April 12.

Posted on April 15, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Tracy Nelson-special education coordinator at Lincoln Northwest High School

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Tracy Nelson, special education coordinator at Lincoln Northwest High School.

Posted on April 12, 2024


Humann students soar into happy worlds at new art show

Humann Elementary School students created a galaxy-sized amount of smiles with their work at the inaugural Humann Glow Art Show.

Posted on April 10, 2024



Highlights of the April 9, 2024 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

The Lincoln Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 9, at the Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street.

Posted on April 09, 2024


Arts and Humanities 25th anniversary celebration on April 12, 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Lincoln Public Schools invites the community to a special open house on Friday, April 12, from 5:30 -7 p.m. as the Arts and Humanities Focus Program celebrates 25 years.

Posted on April 09, 2024


LPS students shine at state DECA, HOSA conferences

LPS students recently turned their business and health knowledge into bright results at a pair of state conferences.

Posted on April 08, 2024


LPS girls wrestling programs see growth in second year

A larger number of Lincoln Public Schools girls used the words takedown, reversal and pin in their everyday conversations this winter.

Posted on April 08, 2024


Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - April 9, 2024

The Lincoln Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 9, located in the Boardroom at Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street. 

Posted on April 05, 2024


TCA workshop inspires future leaders in education

Dozens of future educators enjoyed learning about the profession during a special workshop at The Career Academy.

Posted on April 05, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Allyn Fujan-Computer Science Specialist & Academic Interventionist at Brownell

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Allyn Fujan, computer science specialist and academic interventionist at Brownell Elementary School.

Posted on April 05, 2024


East senior selected for United States Youth Senate Program

A trip to Washington, D.C., is the latest impressive achievement for an East High School student who is a cancer researcher, speech leader and friendly senior.

Posted on April 05, 2024


Lux students generate recognition with 2024 Future City competition

Lux Middle School students created bright results with their work in an international Future City contest.

Posted on April 03, 2024


LPS students learn tips about writing trade from state authors

More than 60 LPS eighth graders made paragraphs, poems and pencils all part of their day at this year's Writers Write Workshop.

Posted on April 03, 2024


TeamMates of the Month: Vann and Brooklynn

Vann and Brooklynn are April's TeamMates of the month.

Posted on April 02, 2024


Meet LPS Focus Program Scholar: Austin, Aviation and Technical Education

Lincoln Public Schools Focus Programs are a customized high school experience rooted in connection and opportunities. LPS offers almost a dozen focus programs for our scholars, like North Star High School sophomore Austin, to choose their journeys. His love for mechanics and working with his hands has helped him soar with the Aviation and Technical Education Focus Program. Read more about Austin’s Aviation and Technical Education experience in this Q&A as he is one of our featured Focus Program Scholars.

Posted on April 01, 2024


LPS students secure state awards for stellar artwork

More than three dozen LPS students earned prestigious state awards for their talents in all types of artistic mediums.

Posted on April 01, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Autumn Zenon-counselor at Lincoln High School

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Autumn Zenon, counselor at Lincoln High School.

Posted on March 28, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Brett Krajewski-Math Teacher at Schoo Middle School

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Brett Krajewski, math teacher at Schoo Middle School.

Posted on March 28, 2024


LPS students ignited their creative minds at 2024 Science and Engineering Fair

Curiosity and creativity collided at the 2024 Lincoln Public Schools Science and Engineering Fair. More than 170 LPS students in grades 5-8 participated in the fair at the Sandhills Global Event Center in March.

Posted on March 27, 2024


Students mark 75th LPS music festival with scores of successful notes

Hundreds of LPS students produced scores of successful notes during the 75th annual All-City Music Festival.

Posted on March 27, 2024


Highlights of the March 26, 2024 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

The Lincoln Board of Education met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 26, at the Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street.

Posted on March 27, 2024


LPS students excel at state debate contest

Students from five Lincoln Public Schools debate teams formed winning arguments at the 2024 state championships.

Posted on March 26, 2024


Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - March 26, 2024

The Lincoln Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 26, located in the Boardroom at Lincoln Public Schools Steve Joel District Leadership Center, 5905 O Street. 

Posted on March 25, 2024


LPS students place at 2024 NSAA State Speech Championships

Fifty-one students from five LPS high schools traveled to Kearney on Wednesday, March 20, for the 2024 NSAA State Speech Championships. Several students placed in the top six for their events, and four of the teams placed in the top ten for overall team sweepstakes. 

Posted on March 22, 2024


Irving interweaves families’ stories through “One Book, One Family” club

Irving Middle School is connecting its students and families one book at a time. The school’s “One Book, One Family” book club meets monthly in the evening allowing the Aardvarks to build bonds inside and outside the classroom through literature.

Posted on March 22, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Tom Walker-Assistant Custodial Supervisor at Kooser Elementary School

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Tom Walker, assistant custodial supervisor at Kooser Elementary School.

Posted on March 22, 2024


Schoo students secure national recognition for literary magazine

National judges have given Schoo Middle School's literary magazine two thumbs up for its excellence in poetry, artwork and writing.

Posted on March 20, 2024


LPS empowers student civic engagement with voter registration drives

Dozens of Northwest High School students exercised their civic rights during the school’s first-ever student voter registration in early March. A handful of Falcons helped their peers sign up to vote or walked them through how to change their previous registration. Any student turning 18 before the General Election on Nov. 5 could register

Posted on March 19, 2024


Intramurals help LPS students coin success stories over past 40 years

LPS middle school students marked the 40th anniversary of speech, debate and creative drama activities with a public celebration.

Posted on March 15, 2024


Staff Spotlight: Megan Euler-Seventh Grade Science Teacher at Culler Middle School

Every week, we’ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Megan Euler, seventh grade science teacher at Culler Middle School.

Posted on March 15, 2024


Southeast woodworking project turns old plastics into new picnic table

Southeast High School students are creating a picnic table from plastic-generated recycled lumber in their woodworking class this semester.

Posted on March 14, 2024