Staff Spotlight: Kellie Iburg - third grade teacher at Norwood Park Elementary School < New

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 Kellie Iburg, third grade teacher at Norwood Park Elementary School.

Posted on May 01, 2025

Area residents reduce food insecurity at Extra Mile Walk < Updated

Posted on April 30, 2025

Launch at LPS: Northwest senior Sophia charts course as future education leader < Updated

Northwest High School senior Sophia has used her warm personality to create a winning academic and social environment everywhere she goes.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Picture Perfect: North Star senior collects Congressional Art Competition award < Updated

North Star senior Chase Strohmyer will have his artwork displayed in the nation's capital after being selected for a Congressional Art Competition award.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Register to Attend Our Educator Interview Fair - May 19 < Updated

LPS is hosting an Educator Interview Fair specifically for certificated candidates in secondary math and science, special education and early childhood education.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Science Star: North Star teacher earns prestigious award for science education < Updated

North Star teacher Karen Covil has been recognized on a national stage for her ability to cultivate scientific knowledge in her classroom.

Posted on April 29, 2025

LPS students celebrate achievements at American Indian Promotion Ceremony < Updated

Dozens of LPS pupils celebrated their academic journeys at the inaugural American Indian Student Promotion Ceremony.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Launch at LPS: Cherawn becomes MVP at Bryan Community by boosting classmates < Updated

Cherawn's ability to boost the confidence of his Bryan Community Focus Program classmates has helped him reach Most Valuable Pupil status in the school's hallways.

Posted on April 29, 2025

Staff Spotlight: Calvin Haywood - campus supervisor 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 Calvin Haywood, campus supervisor at Lincoln High School.

Posted on April 25, 2025

USDA grant helps Northeast students turn apples into key learning ingredient

Northeast High School students included local apple crops in a nourishing community outreach event this spring.

Posted on April 25, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Kiegon, Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone.  The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation.  Read how senior Kiegon used the Lincoln Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (AFJROTC) to Launch at LPS in this Q&A. 

Posted on April 24, 2025

Doppler Discoveries: Gators explore weather radar systems during geoscience presentation

If a weather radar system could detect an increase in scientific knowledge, it would have picked up a strong signal at North Star High School this spring.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Launch at LPS: Soren scripts success at Lincoln High

When the curtain closes on Soren's career at Lincoln High, she will have scripted many scenes that have earned her rave reviews.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Student News Desk: Northwest theater students creating memories on stage with Matilda scenes

Northwest High School theater students are bringing the story of Matilda Wormwood to life this spring through song and dance.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Ecosystem Education: LPS students gather at Standing Bear for sustainability summit

LPS students soaked in plenty of sustainability information Monday during a summit at Standing Bear High School.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Elementary students showcase talent during district art show

The positive power of art was on full display this spring during the 2024 elementary district art show.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Irving students create robots, biodegradable Legos for state contest

Irving Middle School students used their ocean-sized creativity to collect successful results at a state robotics and project innovation contest.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Oztin, Aviation and Technical Education

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone. The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation. Read how senior Oztin used the Aviation and Technical Education Focus Program at North Star to Launch at LPS in this Q&A.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Writing Winners: LPS students sharpen writing skills through state literature contest

LPS students Ethan, Justin and Imogen used the power of the pen to propel them to statewide writing success this spring.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Launch at LPS: Jace looks through positive lens of life at Yankee Hill

Yankee Hill Education Center senior Jace is planning to record many upbeat moments in life from his experiences at Lincoln Public Schools.

Posted on April 21, 2025

LPS unifies students from multiple school districts during annual leadership summit

Students from across the state strengthened their support networks this spring during the Greater Than One District Summit at LPS.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Staff Spotlight: Katelyn Johnson - fourth grade teacher at Eastridge 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 Katelyn Johnson, fourth grade teacher at Eastridge Elementary School.

Posted on April 17, 2025

Launch at LPS: Madhav makes many positive contributions across Southwest campus

Southwest High School senior Madhav has engineered spotless solutions to everything ranging from math problems to marketing slogans while on campus.

Posted on April 17, 2025

LPS elementary students produce noteworthy pieces of art

Dozens of LPS students showcased colorful paintings, drawings, photographs and mixed media at the 2025 LPS Elementary Art Show.

Posted on April 17, 2025

Launch at LPS: Northeast senior Millie sets sights on becoming star engineer

Northeast High School senior Millie is planning to embark on a star-studded engineering career thanks to her LPS launching pad.

Posted on April 14, 2025

LPS leaders travel to Capitol Hill to speak about educational topics

LPS representatives recently traveled to the nation's capital to ensure that Nebraska's educational system will remain at an A-plus level.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Linguistic Leaders: LPS students secure state honors for excellence with world languages

More than two dozen LPS students have been honored for their talents in multiple world languages.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Brandon, Early College and Career STEM

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone. The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation. Read how senior Brandon used the Early College and Career STEM program to Launch at LPS in this Q&A. Read how senior Harry used the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Lincoln High to Launch at LPS in this Q&A.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Adams teacher Mary Abebe named 2025 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year

Adams Elementary School computer science teacher Mary Abebe is the 2025 Scottish Rite Educator of the Year. Lincoln Public Schools leaders and local Scottish Rite Organization chapter members surprised Abebe during a school assembly at Adams Elementary on April 11.

Posted on April 11, 2025

Staff Spotlight: Rosenda Pech - health technician at Yankee Hill Education Center

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 Rosenda Pech, health technician at Yankee Hill Education Center.

Posted on April 11, 2025

School board member Lanny Boswell dies after battle with cancer

The Lincoln Board of Education and Lincoln Public Schools shared on Thursday that school board member Lanny Boswell died Wednesday after an 18-month battle with oral cancer. Boswell was finishing his third term on the Lincoln Board of Education at the end of May - serving the students, staff, families and community for 12 years.

Posted on April 10, 2025

LPS students earn top honors at state speech, debate contests

LPS students enjoyed successful moments at this spring's state high school speech and debate contests.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Launch at LPS: Brooke builds winning portfolio during her North Star career

North Star High School senior Brooke has created an academic, social and community portfolio that puts her in a Fortune 500 level at LPS.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Preparing Professionals: North Star students gain valuable insights in preschool practicums

North Star students are preparing for future early childhood teaching careers by spending time with prekindergartners in their classrooms.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Foundation for LPS names Park Middle School 2025 Inspire School of the Year

The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools is thrilled to announce Park Middle School as the 2025 Inspire School of the Year. This award is the highest honor given to an LPS school or program, recognizing outstanding achievement in academic excellence and goal attainment.

Posted on April 08, 2025

History Headlines: Standing Bear students gain lifetime skills with first History Day projects

Standing Bear High School students produced plenty of historical headlines this semester with their work on Nebraska History Day projects.

Posted on April 08, 2025

Launch at LPS: Southeast senior Olivia plays successful keys in life at school

Southeast senior Olivia has used her imagination, curiosity and outgoing personality to unlock the doors of success at school.

Posted on April 08, 2025

Fantastic Fifty: Zeman alumni celebrate golden anniversary of school community

Current and former Zeman Elementary School students, teachers and administrators celebrated 50 years of educational success stories this spring.

Posted on April 08, 2025

Standing Bear students learn about economics of sports gambling

Standing Bear High School students focused their attention on sports gambling this spring by viewing the topic through the lenses of personal finance, economics and human behavior.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Staff Spotlight: Cortney Townsley - computer science and library specialist at Saratoga

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 Cortney Townsley, computer science and library specialist at Saratoga Elementary School.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Harry, International Baccalaureate (IB)

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone. The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation. Read how senior Harry used the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program at Lincoln High to Launch at LPS in this Q&A.

Posted on April 03, 2025

Artistic Upgrades: Arts and Humanities students, teachers enjoy building renovations

Arts and Humanities Focus Program students and staff are feeling waves of excitement this spring thanks to a series of upgrades to their school building.

Posted on April 02, 2025

TeamMates of the Month: AJ and Philip

AJ and Philip are April 2025's TeamMates of the month.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Musical Mentor: Metteer earns state honor for helping Southeast musicians succeed

The story of RJ Metteer can best be told by the hundreds of people he has influenced, supported and encouraged during his time at Southeast High School.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Treasured Tales: Saratoga students secure literary prizes with book vending machine

Saratoga Elementary School students have discovered literary treasures this school year through a new TeamMates Mentoring book vending machine.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Student News Desk: Student Council leads preparations for first Prom at Standing Bear

Student Council members at Standing Bear High School are working together to plan the first Prom for the Grizzlies.

Posted on March 28, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Michael, Bryan College of Health Sciences

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone. The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation. Read how senior Michael used the Bryan College of Health Sciences Focus Program at Northwest High School to Launch at LPS in this Q&A.

Posted on March 28, 2025

Staff Spotlight: LaFaya Helmstadter - student advocate in LPS Federal Program

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 LaFaya Helmstadter, student advocate in LPS Federal Programs.

Posted on March 28, 2025

Register to Attend Our Educator Interview Fair - April 17

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

Posted on March 28, 2025

Meet LPS Focus Program Senior: Sophie, The Career Academy

The mission of Lincoln Public Schools is to prepare ALL students for successful careers, lifelong learning and civic engagement. High school graduation is a culmination of our scholars' and educators' hard work toward this significant milestone.  The LPS Focus Programs’ core values of exploration, education, engagement and empowerment are beliefs rooted in the overall LPS mission and the school district’s commitment to high school graduation.  Read how senior Sophie used The Career Academy (TCA) to Launch at LPS in this Q&A. 

Posted on March 26, 2025

Capitol Crescendos: Schoo students play stringed instruments inside State Capitol

Posted on March 26, 2025

Artistic Accolades: LPS students capture state honors for creative abilities

LPS students were recognized for their innovative works of art with an array of state awards this winter.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Shining Stars: Scott students perform for Broadway actors

Scott Middle School students created memorable moments on stage when they performed portions of their musical for two professional actors.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Staff Spotlight: Alicia Moreno - kindergarten teacher at Everett 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 Alicia Moreno, kindergarten teacher at Everett Elementary School.

Posted on March 21, 2025