The Omaha Public Schools prepares all students to excel in college, career and life.
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Dear OPS Community Members:
The countdown is underway. We're less than two months from the May 15, 2018, vote day for Phase 2 of the
OPS bond.
As work on the 2014 bond comes to a close, there's still more renovation and improvement work needed at a number of our schools. Phase 2 will help provide $409.9 million of much-needed improvements, renovations and new schools to help
alleviate capacity issues,
maintain our facilities and
help our schools accommodate future growth trends.
We are grateful to the voters for passing the Phase 1, $421 million of improvements and renovations to our schools, which addressed fire, life safety, security and technology upgrade needs, and additions to some schools. Now, it's time to complete the remainder of the work. Our students deserve to be educated in a K-12 environment that provides equitable learning experiences and prepares them to compete in a global, 21st century world with endless opportunities and possibilities.
I encourage you to read the following material to learn more about how your bond dollars were spent during Phase 1. Want to learn more details about how financial support from the Phase 2 bond will prepare our students to succeed in college, career and life? Visit:
bond.ops.org.
Thank you for your continued support of the Omaha Public Schools.
Sincerely,
Mark Evans, Superintendent
Omaha Public Schools
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The OPS 2014 bond program continues to be on schedule and on budget. To view the progress of the full bond program, please visit
http://bond.ops.org/.
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The $421 million bond Omaha voters approved in November of 2014 authorized the district
first and foremost to address fire, life safety, security and technology renovations at 56 elementary schools, seven high schools and three alternative schools. Thirty-three elementary schools, eight middle schools, three high schools and two alternative schools have up-to-date technology infrastructure - including faster, more reliable Internet service and wireless connectivity. Four elementary schools, four middle schools, four high schools and one alternative school received renovations such as roof, window, and heating and air system replacements. Five elementary schools, and two middle schools received additions to their buildings, making it possible to remove portable classrooms. Four schools built with the 'open concept' design were renovated to enclose classrooms and three elementary schools were replaced. Additionally, a new elementary school is under construction at 32nd and Burt Streets. The district also procured land for two new elementary schools and two new high schools to increase capacity under the Phase 2 bond. An overview of how and where bond dollars were used follows.
THANK YOU OMAHA VOTERS FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!
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Fire, Life Safety, Security and Technology Upgrades
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Elementary Schools
Fire, life safety and security
$28.2 million
Technology
$12.3 million
Middle Schools
Fire, life safety and security
$16.5 million
Technology
$6.5 million
High Schools and
Alternative Schools
Fire, life safety and security
$25.7 million
Technology
$7.8
million
TOTAL: $97 million
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Capital Improvements and Renovations
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Elementary Schools
Eliminate the Open Plan Configuration
Franklin, Joslyn, Lothrop Magnet and
Sunny Slope
$33.8 million
(These schools' fire, life safety and security costs are included in the sum)
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Capital Improvements/Renovations
Boyd, Crestridge, Dodge, Florence, Gilder, Hartman, Indian Hill, Oak Valley and Ponca
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Replace Existing Buildings
Belle Ryan, Columbian and Western Hills
*Build New School at 32nd and Burt Streets
*$134.3 million
Middle Schools
Capital Improvement/Renovations
Beveridge Magnet, Bryan, Nathan Hale Magnet and Norris
Additions at Beveridge and Norris
$90.2 million
High Schools/Alternative Schools
Capital Improvements/Renovations
All High Schools and Alternative Schools
Additions at Burke and Northwest High Schools
CTE Renovation at Benson High School
$35.1 million
TOTAL: $293.4 million
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Increase Capacity in High-Growth Areas
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Procure land for two elementary schools in south Omaha
$5.2 million
Procure land and concept design for high school in
south Omaha
$12.4 million
Procure land and concept design for high school in northwest Omaha
$12.4 million
TOTAL: $30 million
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J.P. Lord Sets Precedent for
Educating Students with Disabilities
“It’s the little details that are vital. Little things
make big things happen.”
- John Wooden
As people enter the front doors of the new 47,000 square-foot J.P. Lord School, they will discover it is full of little details that will make a positive impact on how its students are educated and cared for during their time at the building. Some of its features include eight large classrooms equipped with ceiling mounted lift systems, retractable ceiling electrical systems for students with medical needs, restrooms, sensory equipped tables, huge storage closets and added space to store equipment. There is also designated classroom space for art, music, physical education and a library. Perhaps the biggest and most anticipated feature is the new 8’ by 12’ hydrotherapy pool donated by the Omaha Volunteers for Handicapped Children, which will allow students to be immersed in water for additional therapy to help with self-regulation, speech, oral motor control, strength and coordination. An additional feature is a canopy for buses to park under as they drop-off and pick-up students that will protect them from inclement weather.
“Can you imagine how beneficial the pool will be for our students?” said Program Director Laura MacHolmes.
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2018 Early Childhood Application Days
Curriculum and Instruction Support
For a complete list of dates, locations and times
click here
.
Parents should bring a legal birth certificate, proof of family income for the previous 12 months
(TAN/ADC, SSI, Child Support, 1040, W-2s, 8453, Self-Declaration, 12 month of check stubs,
employment letter, etc.) Child should accompany parents to the registration.
For questions regarding the Early Childhood program,
please click
here
or call the Early Childhood
Office at (531) 299-9661.
We look forward to seeing you!
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2018 Kindergarten Registration
Curriculum and Instruction Support
For parents who missed kindergarten roundup, you may still register
your child at their home school or at the Student Placement Office
located on the third floor of the Teacher Administrative Center
(3215 Cuming St.).
Parents should bring a legal birth certificate, complete immunization records, proof of address and
a social security card, if their child has one. To find your neighborhood school,
click here
For questions regarding the District's Partner Plan, please contact the Student Placement Office at
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Gifted and Talented Events Schedule
Curriculum and Instruction Support
Elementary Golden Sower Competition Playoffs - Friday, March 23 at Girls Inc.
Middle School Quiz Bowl Championship - Tuesday, March 27 at UNO
Middle School Academic Pentathlon Super Quiz and State Awards, Thursday, April 12 at TAC
Middle School Spring Poetry Slam - Tuesday, April 24 (Venue TBD)
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Title I Events
Curriculum and Instruction Support
Parent University: Leadership and Academic Success
Gomez Heritage Elementary, April 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Omaha South High Magnet, May 1, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Summer Fun!
OPS North High Magnet School (4410 N. 30 St.)
Summer STEM Camps - Cost is $85 or $30 for
students who qualify for free or reduced lunches
All camps take place at North High Magnet School
VEX Robotics Camp
(Students entering grades 7 and 8 in fall 2018)
June 4-8
8:10 a.m. to 11:10 a.m
VEX Robotics Camp
(Students entering grades 4, 5 or 6 in fall 2018)
June 11-15
8:10 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
STEM Explorer Camp
(Students entering grades 7 and 8 in fall 2018)
June 18-22
8:10 a.m. to 11:10 a.m.
SUMMER IN THE CITY!
Monroe Middle School Cafeteria
March 22
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Summer in the City is an annual event hosted by OPS that provides parents with an
opportunity to connect with Omaha-area agencies that provide summer programs
for youth. If you're looking for ways to keep the kids busy this summer, this
event is just the thing to help you do just that!
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FOURTH QUARTER
Teacher Planning/Work Day
- No school for students
April 13, 2018
Professional Development
- No school for students
May 4, 2018
Fourth Quarter Ends
- Last student day
May 25, 2018
Building Planning - In-service/Teacher Work Days
May 29-30, 2018
Summer School
June 4 - 29, 2018
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Graduation Dates for 2018 - Baxter Arena
Northwest - Sunday, May 20 at 7 p.m.
Bryan - Monday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
Burke - Tuesday, May 22 at 7 p.m.
North - Wednesday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
Benson - Thursday, May 24 at 7 p.m.
South - Friday, May 25 at 7 p.m.
Central - Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m.
OPS 2018-2019 School Calendar
The 2018-2019 school calendar is now available. To see it, please
click here
.
OPS Graduation Dates for 2019 - Baxter Arena
Central - Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m.
Northwest - Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m.
Bryan - Wednesday, May 22 at 7 p.m.
Burke - Thursday, May 23 at 7 p.m.
North - Friday, May 24 at 7 p.m.
Benson, Sunday, May 26 at 2 p.m.
South, Sunday, May 26 at 6 p.m.
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The Omaha Public Schools' Community Opportunities is a monthly
publication where businesses and non-profit organizations can post
advertisements for our parents to let them know of student and family opportunities taking place in the Metro area. The publications goes live on our website the first school day of each month. If you would like to see this month's ads, please click on the link below:
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Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or
economic status in its programs, activities and employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to accept allegations regarding non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 (531) 299-9822.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming St, Omaha, NE 68131 (531) 299-0307.
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