Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Today is a Y Day
Lunch:
Popcorn Chicken
Buffalo Chicken Tenders
Chef Salad or Meatless Salad
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Black Bean Burger on Bun
There is NO Red Cross Club after school on Wednesday and no Rubix Cube Club after school on Friday this week.
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Tuesday, April 23rd is a PLC early release day. Moore dismisses at 1:40 PM. The Teen Time program through the Copple YMCA opens at 1:40 PM on early dismissal days. Students enrolled in Teen Time should check in at the kiosk by the gyms. There are NO after school clubs or intramural practices on Tuesday the 23rd. The last PLC early dismissal for the year is the last day of school- Thursday, May 23rd.
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Moore Red Cross Club Hosting 2nd Annual Blood Drive April 27th
Last April, our club partnered with the Red Cross to host a very successful first blood drive. On April 27th, we’re doing it again, and this year we are being challenged out of need to support more patients. Last year, we worked together to collect over 29 pints of blood. It is heartening to know that together we have accomplished so much good. I think we can go even further this time.
I would like to ask all of us to be a part of increasing our goal to 40 units collected. The Moore Red Cross Club is leading the blood drive. The students in the club have worked hard all year to prepare for this drive. Anyone ages 16 and older can register at redcrossblood.org, enter Moore in the search bar! Questions? Please contact Mrs. Dara Buckendahl at dbuckend@lps.org.
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GRIZZLIES GOT TALENT!
WHAT IS IT?
Grizzlies Got Talent is our community-wide talent show at Standing Bear High School! We will feature all kinds of different acts – singing, dancing, playing an instrument, comedy, group performances, and more!
WHEN IS THE SHOW?
Friday, May 17th at 7:00 PM at Standing Bear. Use THIS LINK to purchase tickets.
WHO CAN AUDITION?
Anyone connected to the Standing Bear community with a talent to share! Singing, dancing, playing an instrument, comedy, magic, juggling – the possibilities are endless! The acts will be split into respective categories like, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Community.
WHEN ARE THE AUDITIONS?
If you are interested in auditioning, fill out the AUDITION FORM (linked). Jump Code: CIYW
After we have collected audition forms, a sign-up sheet will be sent via email, where everyone can claim individual time slots.
WHY SHOULD I AUDITION?
This is a fun way to show off your hard work and ability, and connect with the Standing Bear community. Also, CASH PRIZES will be awarded!
QUESTIONS?
Contact Mr. Boe at hboe@lps.org.
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Activities for the week of April 22nd through April 26th:
Wednesday (Y Day): NSCAS Science- 8th Grade ONLY
Dungeons and Dragons Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #121)
Mathcounts (3:00-4:00 PM in Rm #111)
7th/8th Grade Math Support (3:00-3:30 PM in #328)
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Running Events ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Thursday (X Day): NSCAS Science – 8th Grade ONLY
Christianity Club (7:00 Am in Rm #101)
7th/8th Grade Choir (7:10 AM in Rm #106)
Feminist Club (3:00-4:00 PM in Rm #237)
7th/8th Grade Math Support (3:00-3:30 PM in Rm #328)
Robotics Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #324)
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Field Events and Distance Runners ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Friday (Y Day): 7th/8th Grade Choir Practice (3:00-4:30 PM in #106)
Science Bowl (3:00-4:00 PM in #321)
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Activities for the week of April 29th through May 3rd:
Monday (X Day): 7th/8th Grade Math Support (3:00-3:30 PM in #328)
6th Grade Band Practice (3:00-3:50 PM in #105)
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Running Events ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Tuesday (Y Day): Jazz Band (7:00 AM in #105)
6th Grade Choir (7:10 AM in #106)
Robotics Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #324)
Crochet Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #200))
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Field Events and Distance Running ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Wednesday (X Day): Dungeons and Dragons Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #121)
Mathcounts (3:00-4:00 PM in Rm #111)
7th/8th Grade Math Support (3:00-3:30 PM in #328)
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Running Events ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Thursday (Y Day): Christianity Club (7:00 AM in Rm #101)
7th/8th Grade Choir (7:10 AM in Rm #106)
Feminist Club (3:00-4:00 PM in Rm #237)
7th/8th Grade Math Support (3:00-3:30 PM in Rm #328)
Robotics Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #324)
7th/8th Grade Intramural Track Practice- Field Events and Distance Runners ONLY (3:00-4:05 PM)
Friday (X Day): Student Council (7:15 AM Media Center)
Rubix Cube Club (3:00-4:00 PM in #238)
Science Bowl (3:00-4:00 PM in #321)
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Please remind your student that they are expected to use their assigned lockers and locks. Lincoln Public Schools are not responsible for lost or stolen articles. Please review the locker information and expectations taken from the Moore Middle School Handbook below:
“Lockers will be assigned by the office. Students are expected to use the assigned locker and not share or change lockers with any other student for the entire school year. Students are responsible for the cost of locks if they are lost, stolen or damaged. The replacement cost is $5.00. Students are also responsible for any damage to the locker itself (for example, physical damage or use of tape, magic markers, etc, on or inside the locker).”
“The locker and lock are the property of the school district. A locker may be open for inspection at any time there is any question as to improper use of the locker. Any inappropriate items found in a locker are considered to be in possession of the person assigned to that locker and disciplinary actions may occur. These guidelines also apply to lockers assigned in locker rooms. Lincoln Public Schools does not provide insurance for personal items. Please do not bring large amounts of money or other valuable items to school. Lincoln Public Schools is not responsible for lost or stolen articles. This includes air pods, gaming devices, and cell phones.”
“**PLEASE NOTE: Students may not use large bags OR backpacks to carry books and supplies to classes. Classrooms become overcrowded when large bags are brought to class making it difficult for teachers to assist individual students. Please encourage your student to leave ALL unnecessary items in lockers. Students are also reminded that nuisance items such as fidgets, electronics, etc., are not allowed during school hours and should be left at home. Theft from lockers is always a possibility. Most thefts happen when lockers are left unlocked or when a student shares their combination with others. Be sure to lock your locker and keep your combination private—you won’t be sorry!”
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Just a reminder that parents can bring lunch for their student ONLY. Food CANNOT be brought in for other students or groups. Food CANNOT be delivered from an outside establishment (Jimmy Johns, GrubHub, etc) for a student. We will not accept food from outside establishments for students. This is in violation of federal lunch guidelines. Please see the Moore handbook linked below for rules, regulations and guidelines for Lincoln Public Schools.
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In an effort to keep LPS Chromebooks up to date, all Chromebooks in LPS (staff and student) will be sent a reboot command at 3:00 AM every Monday morning, beginning on January 29, 2024.
- Devices that are offline at that time will reboot when opened from sleep.
- If a user is on the device at 2:00 AM, they will receive a 1-hour warning.
- Any Chrome tabs (and tab groups) that were open when the reboot command is received should reopen automatically when Chrome is launched after reboot. If this is not the case, users can visit History / Recently Closed to find and relaunch them as needed.
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Lincoln Public Schools families,
To help keep you informed of important deadlines and reminders, we will send you information on the last Friday of each month. Here is an index to help you navigate this month’s update:
- We want to hear from you – annual perception survey
- Reminder: School physicals
- LPS protocol for partial social eclipse on April 8
- Kindergarten registration
- Preschool applications
- Extra Mile Walk – Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 10 a.m.
- Community News – April edition
- Jobs and Extended Learning Opportunities for students
- 2024 Summer crew maintenance positions are OPEN
- LPS summer camps and learning opportunities
- Check it out! College scholarship opportunities posted on our eBulletin board
Check your email on April 1 for the annual perception survey
Each year Lincoln Public Schools sends out a District Perception Survey to various parents, staff and students in grades 4-12 to gather information about their perceptions of their school. Results will provide feedback to school staff that will be used to improve teaching, learning, and the school environment. In addition, portions of the results are used in the evaluation of many of the federal grants the district has been awarded.
An email from noreply@qemailserver.com with a personalized link will be sent to families on Monday, April 1, 2024. Students will complete the survey during the school day.
The survey will close at the end of the day on Friday, April 15, 2024.
REMINDER: School physicals
It is time to schedule your students’ school physical for next school year! All students benefit from an annual wellness exam.
Families of kindergarten and seventh grade students for the 2024-2025 school year need to provide evidence of a physical examination completed by a physician, physician assistant, or an advance practice registered nurse to the school your child attends – or will attend. There are required immunizations needed for school that are given to kindergarteners and seventh grade students during their school physical.
All students must be current with all school required immunizations and provide proof to the school. There are many resources available and the school nurse can assist you if you have questions.
Please note that high school athletic physicals need to be completed after May 1st to be eligible for the 2024-2025 sports season.
LPS protocol for the partial solar eclipse on April 8
You may be aware there will be a partial solar eclipse here in Lincoln on Monday, April 8. The event will start at 12:30 p.m. and end at 3:08 p.m. This is not like 2017 in that we will not see total darkness, but approximately 80%.
Due to the time of the day and the amount of training required for students to safely participate, we have made the decision to not have all students and staff participate in viewing the partial solar eclipse. There may be specific classes that participate during their regularly scheduled class time as it ties to science curriculum.
In addition, to help keep our elementary and middle school students safe we will have indoor recess from 11:00 a.m. until the end of the school day so students are not tempted to look at the sun and harm their eyes.
Check it off your to-do list: Kindergarten registration for 2024-25
Do you have a child – or do you know of a child – that will start kindergarten next year? Lincoln Public Schools is now accepting kindergarten registrations for the 2024-2025 school year.
For more information about kindergarten registration and assessment testing for incoming students, please go to: https://home.lps.org/
LPS preschool applications for 2024-25
We are now accepting applications for the 2024-25 LPS Preschool year. Application materials are available on our website at https://home.lps.org/
Families of children who will be at least three years old (born on or after July 31, 2021) and who are not yet kindergarten age eligible (born on or before July 31, 2019) are welcome to apply.
Our inclusive preschool classrooms are located at 31 LPS buildings across the district and serve three-to-five year olds.
Applications along with the required materials may be submitted by:
- Emailing earlychildhood@lps.org
- In person Monday-Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 300 South 48th Street
- By mail:
Department of Early Childhood
300 South 48th Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
REMINDER: Extra Mile Walk – Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 10 a.m.
Go the extra mile – help combat food insecurity by supporting the Food Bank of Lincoln’s BackPack program. Lincoln Public Schools and the Food Bank of Lincoln invite you to help raise money and awareness for the program during the 17th annual Extra Mile Walk.
Extra Mile Walk
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10 a.m.
East High School, 70th and A Streets (park in the west parking lot at Seacrest Field)
For more information, visit the Food Bank of Lincoln’s website at https://www.lincolnfoodbank.
Community News – April edition
Each month LPS publishes Community News in an effort to help share family-friendly community events and activities from non-profit organizations. Check out the April edition preview of Community News online.
Family event: FEWSS Fair April 17
The Early College and Career STEM Focus Program at Northeast High School in partnership with the University of Nebraska – Lincoln College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources invites students, families and community members to the first annual FEWSS Fair. It’s a great opportunity for families to learn and explore Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWSS).
FEWSS FAIR
April 17, 4:30-7 p.m.
Northeast High School (2635 North 63rd street)
Check it out! Jobs and Extended Learning Opportunities (JELO)
Is your child looking for a job or other extended learning opportunity? Students can use their Chromebook or LPS Student Portal account to check out our electronic bulletin board by going to lps.org and typing in the keyword “JELO”. (Students must be logged in to their LPS Student Portal to view the board.)
Students in grades 6-12 will find information about a wide variety of opportunities available. This includes activities, camps, jobs and internships. We update the board every Wednesday afternoon.
Are you a business or organization wanting to share your opportunities with LPS students?
If so, please enter the information about your program/opportunity here: www.bit.ly/stujobslps.
Once you submit the information on the form, we will review it to ensure that it fits with our Board policies and regulations before we post it to the electronic bulletin board. Once an opportunity is posted, students in all middle and high schools are easily able to access the information. Please note: anyone outside of the LPS network or without LPS Portal access will not be able to access the eBulletin board.
2024 Summer crew maintenance positions are OPEN
Opportunities include painting, grounds, electrical, drafting, HVAC, distribution center and sustainability! The position begins in May 2024 and concludes in late August 2024. Applicants must be 17 years old by the start date and hold a valid Nebraska driver’s license with a driving history in line with district policy.
Interested applicants can APPLY HERE.
LPS summer camps and learning opportunities
Teaching and learning doesn’t stop during the summer at Lincoln Public Schools! Check out our website for the latest opportunities offered at our schools. More opportunities will be added soon!
High School Summer School
High school summer school is open to students who were in grades 9-12 during the 2023-2024 school year. The summer school program provides an opportunity for all high school students to continue their learning during the summer and earn additional credits.
Check out our website for more information.
Athletics
Summer Athletic Clinics are offered through all 8 LPS High Schools and are conducted by the individual sport coaches at their respective locations. Clinics are offered in various sports and are available for students entering grades 3-12 for the 2024-2025 school year. Click here for more information.
Check it out! College scholarship opportunities posted on our eBulletin board
We have a one-stop-shop for high school students to find scholarship opportunities. Students can use their Chromebook or LPS Student Portal account to check out our electronic bulletin board by going to lps.org and typing in the jumpcode RCGL. (Students must be logged in to their LPS Student Portal to view the board.)
Remember, you can find free college planning services, need-based scholarship programs, college access grants for high schools, and college access resources for middle schools on the EducationQuest Foundation website.
Are you an organization wanting to share your scholarship with LPS students?
If so, please email Lori Hemmett at lhemmett@lps.org.
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