National Blue Ribbon awards
Humann and Adams elementary schools rolled out the blue carpet to celebrate their national honors.
The U.S. Department of Education named the two LPS schools as National Ribbon Schools in 2022. The schools are chosen based on overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
“I applaud all the honorees for the 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools Award for creating vibrant, welcoming and affirming school communities where students can learn, grow, reach their potential and achieve their dreams,” U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said.
Students, former educators, families and dignitaries packed into the schools to recognize the hard work it took to achieve this special award.
“We are a good school because we have such great teachers. We have amazing teammates to help guide us to success in learning and playing. Humann Elementary is a good environment where people focus on the kind and positive side of life,” Humann student Mason said.
“Adams is such a great community to be a part of. It's fantastic to work in a building where students are excited to learn. Teachers are excited to teach. The administration is involved and supportive, and parents are partners in both learning and fun,” Adams first grade
teacher Stacy Steffensmeier said.
The celebrations featured special presentations like songs from the school’s choirs, creative videos and speeches from guests, including LPS Superintendent Paul Gausman, Board members Lanny Boswell and Kathy Danek and past administrators.
“It’s an honor any time a school is recognized nationally for their work and dedication to student achievement,” said LPS Superintendent Paul Gausman. “In Lincoln Public Schools we get the honor of not having just one, but two of our schools showcased at the national level for their work in pushing through challenges and succeeding when it comes to student achievement. On behalf of my team and the Board of Education, congratulations to Adams and Humann elementary schools staff, students and families.”
Lincoln Public Schools had two of the five Nebraska schools earning National Blue Ribbon awards in 2022. Adams and Humann elementary schools become the ninth and tenth LPS schools to be named a Blue Ribbon School in the 39-year history of the recognition. Other LPS schools honored were Lux Middle School (2021); Pyrtle Elementary School (2020); Rousseau Elementary School (2018); Riley Elementary School (2011); Norwood Park Elementary School (2012); Southeast High School (1988); Lincoln East Junior and Senior High School (1983); and Lincoln High School (1983).
MARCH 2023 WHAT’S INSIDE: Looking for a book? Library Services offers reading recommendations for every level. Page A5 Connect LPS See more photos from schools around the district. Page A8 Celebrating culture Students, staff and community partners gathered for the African American Read-In. The annual event, featuring several readings, celebrates the rich history and artistic works of the Black community. Page A16 Table of Contents Page A2
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UPCOMING: CAREER ACADEMY OPEN HOUSE
Your student is invited to test drive their future with The Career Academy (TCA).
TCA is a partnership between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College (SCC). It gives high school juniors and seniors a chance to take specific career pathways courses while earning credits from LPS and SCC!
Your scholar can choose from more than a dozen career pathways ranging from business entrepreneurship to construction– immersing themselves in the field now.
The Career Academy invites you and your student to take the next step and explore The Career Academy during a special open house on Sunday, March 26, 1 - 3 p.m. at TCA’s 8800 O St facility.
TCA is also hosting three virtual sessions before the event.
Below are the details.
• March 21 6:30 p.m.
• March 22 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
• March 23 6:30 p.m.
You can also discover more about The Career Academy by visiting our website at https:// home.lps.org/tca/.
2023-24 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
For children who are five years old by July 31, 2023
Register Online
Go to www.lps.org and look for the button
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For parents not able to register online contact the school in your attendance area. During registration, the paperwork necessary for enrollment in Lincoln Public Schools will be completed. Child need not be present. When registering, you must bring your child’s:
CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATE & CURRENT IMMUNIZATION RECORD
Families who wish to have their child enroll at an LPS school outside of their attendance area should fill out a Special Attendance Permit which is available at any school or on our website. Questions about kindergarten registration should be directed to the school your child will attend.
March 2023 | Community News | Section A A2 SECTION A: A5 Looking for a book? A7 Sustainability at LPS: Encouraging sustainable transportation A8 ConnectLPS A11 Lux sixth grader wins 2023 annual Spelling Bee A13 Wellness column: Seven secrets to boost your luck A14 Menus A16 2023 African American Read-In: Celebrating culture through the arts Community News is a publication of Lincoln Public Schools. If you have any questions about this publication please contact Marlenia Thornton, 4361619; or Mindy Burbach, 436-1609; Lincoln Public Schools P.O. Box 82889 Lincoln, NE 68501-2889 Community events advertised in Community News are privatelysponsored events that are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Lincoln Public Schools. Lincoln Public Schools makes no representations about the absence of COVID-19 at these events.
Isaac and Bryce: A ‘Marvel’ous match
Isaac was a third-grade student at Cavett Elementary School when he met Bryce and the pair instantly clicked.
“We didn’t talk like you’d expect people meeting for the first time. It wasn’t surface level,” Isaac said. “I’d come back the next week with something new to talk about. I could spring on him whatever was on my mind.”
Isaac’s love for Marvel comic book characters initially sparked their conversation.
“The first thing he sprang on me was superheroes,” Bryce said. “He made me watch all of the Marvel movies in chronological order. To this day, my wife and I are huge Marvel fans.”
Throughout the years, the pair have bonded over more than superheroes. Isaac and Bryce also enjoy sports. The mentoring pair partake in several competitive activities together, such as tossing footballs, shooting hoops and dueling each other in ping pong.
“We’d argue about who was the best player overall,” Isaac said.
“I know on the court, on the football field, that is a driving factor for Isaac and I’m just a sports
addict. I played soccer for 16 years,” Bryce said. Isaac’s passion and energy are two traits Bryce admires about his TeamMate. He also mentioned Issac’s knack for solving numbers.
“With him being very smart with numbers and math, I’ve been telling him, there are jobs in sports analytics. You can combine those two things,” Bryce added. “We’ve got a few years to talk about that though.”
The pair’s chemistry also opened the door for exchanging many thoughts on different topics.
“We have a lot of these little debates about this and that,” Isaac said. “He’s always down to debate and it’s crazy because we’re always on opposite sides. So, we learn from each other.”
“I sort of let him dictate where the conversation goes,” Bryce said. “I want him to just feel comfortable. That has always been my goal, that every time we meet, he walks away feeling comfortable.”
Bryce’s approach of allowing Issac to lead the conversation has amplified his mentee’s trust.
“I can talk with him about the good things and also if something went downhill during the
week,” Isaac added. “It’s easy to talk to someone when they look like they want to talk to you.”
Lots have transformed since Bryce met Issac in the third grade, but one thing remained the same – Isaac’s authenticity.
“The topics of conversation, the knowledge within that conversation has changed, but Isaac’s identity and who he is hasn’t changed,” Bryce said.
Issac and Bryce’s relationship further shows the marvel and power of mentoring through TeamMates.
March 2023 | Community News | Section A A3 LINCOLN TEAMMATES
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Variety of STEAM-infused topics
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Bright Star
by Yuri Morales
In Bright Star, a 2022 Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor book, “I tell you the story of a whitetail fawn,” says author Yuyi Morales. “Plants and animals do not know borders.” Through lyrical words and luscious illustrations, Morales provides a poignant look at the struggle to survive in the Sonora Desert, both for wildlife and people trying to cross the harsh landscape.
Out of My Heart
by Sharon Draper
Sequel to Out of My Mind, this title can stand alone based on its storyline and minimal references to the first. In this novel, Melody heads to summer camp. As a person without a physical disability, reading this gave me a different perspective of people with disabilities as it was told from Melody’s point of view. In it, Melody was able to do things at camp that she didn’t think were possible. This book teaches about possibilities - how one can participate and accomplish things with adaptations. It also teaches how we should look at people with disabilities, and what they want us to see in them. Melody, the main character, wanted to be seen as a person with the same desires as others to try new things, to be with friends, to laugh, and to experience love. A very heartwarming book that included characters with a variety of disabilities. One can’t help but feel a sense of triumph for the characters!
Hungry Hearts
edited by Elsie Chapman and Caroline Tung Richmond
This collection of 13 short stories is set in the fictional town of Rowbury, in its Hungry Hearts Row, a collection of eateries from many different cultures. The diverse authors include some well-known names in teen fiction, including S.K. Ali, Elsie Chapman, Jay Coles and Rebecca Roanhorse. The stories are from various genres, including realistic fiction, fantasy and magical realism and run the gamut from light-hearted romance to dark tales of revenge. Cultural issues are highlighted, along with universal themes of love, family, isolation, finding one’s place and gentrification. Loose connections exist within the stories, with a minor character in one becoming the protagonist in another. Overall, these stories are as varied and delicious as the many cultures and types of food represented. The book received starred reviews from Kirkus and Publishers Weekly.
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LPS staff, parents, students, family, friends, service organizations, PTOs, PTAs, school clubs, student groups, business partners, CLC collaborators, churches, TeamMate mentors, and volunteers
To provide funding for the Food Bank’s BackPack and School Food Market programs
Lancaster Composite is a part of the Nebraska Interscholastyic Cycling League, a state-wide youth development program aimed at building strong minds, bodies, character and communities throughout Nebraska. YOU BELONG ON A BIKE. YOU BELONG. JOIN US. Get outside and ride! Join the community having the most fun on mountain bikes! Students entering grades 6-12 in the fall are welcome. No experience necessary. Preseason starts April 1st. Weekly team practices start July 1st. MOUNTAIN BIKETEAM EXTRA MILE WALK: 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2023
more information please visit: www.lps.org/backpack (Lincoln Public Schools) or www.lincolnfoodbank.org (Lincoln Food Bank).
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Encouraging sustainable transportation at LPS
Lincoln Public Schools strives to find sustainable alternatives in all parts of the school district, including how to get to or from school everyday. Encouraging students and staff to walk or bike to school can be a great way to reduce the amount of pollution related to traffic. Here are some our district-wide initiatives:
Walk, Bike, or Roll to School Day
The National Center for Safe Routes to School hosts a Walk and Roll to School Day in October, and a Bike and Roll to School Day in May. More than 3,200 schools nationwide participated in Walk and Roll to School Day, including several LPS schools in 2022! Beyond being a great way to get kids outside and doing something active, these events help teach safe practices, reduce air pollution from cars, lead to safer infrastructure and reduce traffic congestion. Support for the Walk, Bike, or Roll to School Days comes from community partners, passionate teachers, and volunteers looking to ensure a safe and fun environment for the students.
Walking school bus
A walking school bus is a structure for multiple students to walk to school with at least one adult with them. This is a simple way to get a larger group of students walking together with supervision. Families can organize it as formal or informal as they would like. For example, two families could switch off days walking their children to school or you could design more intricate plans like creating timetables, specific pick up points or meeting places.
Safest routes map
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) has developed a map for students, staff and parents showing the safest walking routes to school. These efforts began in 2021, and we now have safe walking routes for 21 schools in the school district. LTU have been making updates to school zones that include but are not limited to pavement markings, speed limit changes, traffic warning flashers, crosswalk markings and signing. All of these improvements and resources are to ensure parents and students that they are walking or biking on the safest route possible. LPS staff support these efforts and communicate safety tips in their lessons as well. For example, Physical Education teacher Monica Ash at Hartley Elementary celebrated walk to school day with safety messages posted around their walking path as a reminder.
Benefits to the community
Sustainable transportation reduces traffic congestion, reduces air pollution, encourages health and exercise for students, and teaches students lessons on responsibility and safety. Visit our Sustainable Transportation page on the Sustainability at LPS website to learn more about our efforts - https://home.lps. org/sustainability/transportation/
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are learning about inheritance and variation of traits in science. We’re looking forward to hatching chicks soon!”
Pershing Elementary School
“The Young Gentleman’s Society (a new club at Pershing) spent the morning practicing compassion and kindness. Spreading a little extra joy!”
Here’s some of our favorite photos from LPS schools in the past month. Want to see more? Connect with your school’s social media at lps.org/connect.
“Fourth graders jammed out at the Young People’s concert. The Lincoln Symphony Orchestra put on a great show! Students participated by singing and dancing to songs they learned in music class.”
“Tilli and Scarlet wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day!”
calcium chloride. The results were colored gel worms!”
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The LHS Boys’ freshman basketball team won the city championship! Another Lincoln High job well done. Show some love to the class of 20206. #GoLinks
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FUN FRIENDS ADVENTURE! ymcacampkitaki.org | 14917 East Park Hwy | Louisville, NE 68037 UPCOMING CAMPOUTS Spring Campout | April 28-30 Join us at Camp Kitaki to enjoy spring with a weekend camp program featuring archery, crafts, friendships, and more! This is an excellent opportunity to try out camp and see what camp is like in the summer. For ages 7-14. March Madness | March 17-19 Are you ready for an adventure? Get your gear together and get out to Camp Kitaki! We have been invaded by a devious Leprechaun who has hoarded all of the Kitaki Gold. For ages 7-14. WHERE THE MAGIC NEVER ENDS... YMCA CAMP KITAKI Registration is now open for Summer 2023! register now for the wildest camp in town! Learn more at lincolnzoo.org Each week-long Zoo Camp gives campers the opportunity to go behind-the-scenes, talk with zoo professionals, and meet some of their favorite animal friends. Every day is a new adventure that offers a unique and engaging experience to connect campers with wildlife and nature that will leave them inspired to care for the natural world. register now!
Lux sixth grade student wins 2023 annual Spelling Bee
"Venus is the most prominent vespertine planet," pronouncer Cyndy Maddox told Lumi Kim as she prepared to spell the winning word of the Lincoln Public Schools 2023 Oral Spelling Bee.
Prior to Lux sixth grade student Kim winning in round five, judges were checking the rules on how to proceed with the competition. In round four, with only three spellers left, Kim was the only speller to correctly spell their word. Both Libby Wilson and Lindsey Parrotto, seventh grade students from Irving Middle School had both misspelled their words in round four. By spelling vespertine correctly, thereby getting two words correct in a row, Kim was crowned the winner.
"I prepared a bit late," said Kim. "Winning feels good."
Wilson and Parrotto needed to participate in a spell-off to determine second place. Parrotto won second with the word gaff.
Kim is now entered into the Omaha World-Herald Midwest Spelling Bee in March, and the winner of that contest will be flown to Washington, D.C., to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.
LPS co-sponsors the spelling bee with the Lincoln Journal Star.
Be a “Growing” Family HealthyLincoln.org Made possible with funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Partnership for a Healthy Lincoln Planting and tending a garden provides your family with fresh and tasty food, sunshine, and great exercise. Gardening Family Ad LPS.indd 1 2/15/22 1:11 PM
SPARK SUMMER CAMP
SPARK CURIOSITY ABOUT THE WORLD
REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 8
Fill summer with fun! Spark focuses on science, technology, engineering, art, and math, alongside fun field trips and swimming. Curriculum is designed to SPARK curiosity about the world!
Spark is a STEAM-focused summer camp for students who have completed kindergarden through 5th grade that inspires big thinking.
Weekly camps running May 30-August 4
STEAM-based program with a hands-on focus of fun and exploration.
Extended times from 7:30am-6:00pm at no extra charge
Week-by-week or full summer registration available
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided
Amazing weekly science-based (and fun!) field trips
Located at Pound Middle School 4740 S 45th Street, Lincoln
A chance to explore, wonder, build, and learn
Learn more at SparkSummer.org
Spark Summer Learning is a program of the Foundation for LPS
Seven secrets to boost your ‘lucky’
By Michelle Welch, RD, LMNT, LPS District Wellness
Don’t we all wish we had more good luck? Follow this mini guide to boost your good fortune for you and your family.
Being friendly and kind may greatly improve your luck. Being kind is one way of giving someone a daily mood boost. Asking people about their day, giving genuine compliments or presenting positive energy may open doors to luck. Bringing that energy with you everywhere may also generate a more positive experience for you and those who cross your path.
Luck may often appear at the corner of opportunity and preparedness. Our kids sometimes expect huge, “lucky” opportunities to fall into their laps with no effort. They won’t. Anyone getting a “lucky break” is likely receiving it after being noticed by somebody for their efforts and willingness to work. Luck will be more likely to choose you when you look ready.
The old saying, “The harder you work, the luckier you get” is accurate. If you’re interested in a particular area, do the needed work to help enter that space. You can invest in yourself by seeking knowledge, reading, exploring or volunteering. Be brave enough to put yourself in environments that help you to get to know the experts. Ask them questions about topics of true curiosity.
Do what you can to improve your luck in health. Though we can’t choose our family tree, we can make the most of whatever “genetic lottery” life has handed us. If you are focused on moving more, boosting the quality of your rest and making the best food options available, that is a great start. Protect your health with annual exams, dental care, immunizations and other suggested and covered screenings by your healthcare provider. Lucky equals paying attention to little fixes before they become major issues.
Luck and lowered expectations are gratitude buddies. It’s surprising that we overlook how much luck and gratitude have in common. It can be as simple as noticing when a mundane task in life goes well, or finding the positive during challenging situations. Think about appreciating a shorter wait or an unexpectedly good concert performance. The more we feel gratitude, the luckier we become.
Luck is a very different creature than we think it is. Games of chance are just that and they are built for the house to always win. Luck lives in our heads. If you think you are lucky, you are. If you think you aren’t, how much of that are you doing to yourself in how you look at situations?
How much of your “luck” do you own? Pass your luck to your kids by how you think about and discuss family circumstances. How we talk about the world in front of kids matters far more than we know. Kids internalize how we frame our family “luck.” If we tell kids “our family is unlucky,” they will take that negative thought process into almost every situation and quickly learn to frame circumstances negatively. Flip the script! An example is “my car has been hit six times, though, wow, I’ve been so lucky not ever to be severely hurt thanks to wearing my seatbelt.” Keep looking for the positives and finding luck in tough situations. It can transform a child’s view of life.
Our “lucky” cereal, socks, jersey or seat when watching a certain sport may be a comfort to us. However, the “luck” you experience may be born out of those you are rooting for being adequately prepared, both in mind and body. Keep making those choices that boost your luck. It truly is up to you. Do you want to learn more about what is happening in Lincoln Public Schools regarding wellness? Check out our webpage at www.lps.org/wellness or follow us on social media @LPSWellness.
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March 2023 | Community News | Section A A14 March Breakfast March Elementary Lunch Breakfast / Belmont Elementar y / Belmont Elementar y MARCH 2023 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 Chocolate Chip French Toast Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal S'mores Flavored Bar Fruit Blend Juice Pear Cup 2 Strawberr y Mini Bagels Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Cinnamon Oat Biscuits Apple Juice Pineapple Cup 3 Apple Frudel Cocoa Puffs Cereal Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bar Assor ted Fruit Juice Mandarin Orange Cup 6 Blueberr y Belgian Waf�e Trix Cereal Bir thday Cake Flavored Bar Orange Juice Raisins 7 Beef Sausage Sandwich Apple Jacks Cereal Yogur t Grape Juice Applesauce Cup 8 Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bene�t Bar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal S'mores Flavored Bar Fruit Blend Juice Pear Cup 9 Breakfast Pizza Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Cinnamon Oat Biscuits Apple Juice Pineapple Cup 10 Cinnamon Crumble Breakfast Cake Cocoa Puffs Cereal Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bar Assor ted Fruit Juice Mandarin Orange Cup 13 No School 14 No School 15 No School 16 No School 17 No School 20 Mini Maple Waf�es Trix Cereal Bir thday Cake Flavored Bar Applesauce Cup Raisins 21 Pancake Sausage on a Stick Apple Jacks Cereal Yogur t Grape Juice Mixed Berr y Cup 22 Chocolate Chip French Toast Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal S'mores Flavored Bar Fruit Blend Juice Pear Cup 23 Strawberr y Mini Bagels Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Cinnamon Oat Biscuits Apple Juice Pineapple Cup 24 Honey Bun Cocoa Puffs Cereal Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bar Assor ted Fruit Juice Mandarin Orange Cup 27 Blueberr y Belgian Waf�e Trix Cereal Bir thday Cake Flavored Bar Orange Juice Raisins 28 Beef Sausage Sandwich Apple Jacks Cereal Yogur t Grape Juice Applesauce Cup 29 Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bene�t Bar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal S'mores Flavored Bar Fruit Blend Juice Pear Cup 30 Breakfast Pizza Frosted Corn Flakes Cereal Cinnamon Oat Biscuits Apple Juice Pineapple Cup 31 Cinnamon Crumble Breakfast Cake Cocoa Puffs Cereal Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bar Assor ted Fruit Juice Mandarin Orange Cup
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Celebrating culture through the arts
Lincoln Public Schools partnered with Lincoln City Libraries to host the annual African American Read-In event on Feb. 7.
The experience featured LPS students, staff and community members illustrating African Americans' rich history and contributions to literature, arts, and music and the role it has and continues to play in shaping the world we live in.
“The library plays an important role in providing access to the richness of ideas, talents, and literary and artistic influences of African Americans—both historical and contemporary—and what better way than to team up with our schools and students,” Lincoln City Libraries Director Ryan Wieber said.
“Through black literature, music, and reflection, you repeatedly see illustrations of the dignity, talents, and gifts we possess not just in the struggle but how it pushes us to persevere and is often the catalyst for hope,” Peter Ferguson said. Ferguson is the coordinator of Culture, Inclusion, and Scholar Development and assistant supervisor of Recruiting.
During the week and throughout the month of February, the Lincoln Public Schools District Scholar Equity Cadre will facilitate Lincoln City Library Storytimes at select local branches and LPS preschool classes. These experiences will include an interactive half-hour of books and activities supporting early literacy by offering vocabulary development, experiences with a wide variety of literature, and participation in language-related activities.
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