Notice of Non-Discrimination

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

It is the policy of the North Platte Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, creed, age, marital status, sex, handicap or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Titles VI and VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Nebraska Equal Educational Opportunity Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Any person who believes she or he has been discriminated against, denied a benefit, or has been excluded from participation in any district education program, activity or employment on the basis of race, national origin, creed, age, marital status, handicap or disability in violation of this policy may grieve such matters using the adopted grievance procedures of this district. Such procedures shall provide for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging acts of discrimination and can be obtained by contacting:

Brandy Buscher301 West F P.O. Box 1557 North Platte, NE 69103-1557 (308) 535-7100

Inquiries regarding compliance with Titles VI and VII of 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Nebraska Equal Educational Opportunity Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 may be directed to:

Kevin Mills 301 West F P.O. Box 1557 North Platte, NE 69103-1557 (308) 535-7100

Or in the case of Title IX and Rehabilitation Act to the Director of the Region VII Office for Civil Rights, ED 1150 Grand Ave., 7th Floor Kansas City, Missouri 64106 (816) 374-2474.

USDA NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The United States Department of Agriculture’s required nondiscrimination statement must be printed as follows: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age , or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by the USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the Agency (State or local)where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard o hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, the program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3072) found online at: http:// www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

1. Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 2. Fax: (202)690-7442; or 3. Email:program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

PLEASE NOTE: As stated above, all protected bases do not apply to all programs. The first six protected bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability and sex are the six protected bases for applicants and recipients of the Child Nutrition Programs.

School Food Authorities (SFAs) participating in the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, After School Snack Program or Special Milk Program must include this statement in full, on all program materials used for public information, public education or public distribution.

If the material is too small to permit the full statement to be included, the material will at a minimum include this statement, in print no smaller than the text:

USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

The USDA “And Justice for All” poster must be displayed at each feeding site in a location that is visible to students during meal service.

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The North Platte Public Schools Foundation, Inc.

The North Platte Public Schools Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching education and opportunities for students in the North Platte Public School District.

Supporting North Platte Public Schools through...

Educator REACH Grants REACH Grants fund projects that pioneer innovative approaches to teaching that cannot currently be funded through the public schools budget. Over $195,000 has been given to the North Platte educators through the REACH grant program since 1998. Our goal is to give our educators financial support to inspire students and change lives. Projects supported recently have included, Lake After School STEAM Club, NPHS Pro-Start Culinary Arts Class and Adams/ Madison News Casting Clubs, Adams Robotics Club, peer mentoring and the climbing wall at Jefferson Elementary. The Prepared to Learn Program works to remove barriers to learning. Unfortunately there are students that arrive to school every day that are not prepared to learn in our classroom. The Prepared to Learn Program is designed to provide immediate assistance to those students. This program has provided eyeglasses, school supplies, necessary shoes, clothing and minor medical necessities. Scholarships are an integral part of the Foundation. The North Platte Public Schools Foundation works with generous families and organizations who want to create scholarships to benefit students graduating from North Platte Public Schools. The Foundation also awards educator scholarships to teachers/staff who wish to further their education through the Class Act Program.

The Bulldog Staff Member of the Month

In conjunction with North Platte Public Schools and local businesses, the Foundation celebrates a nominated teacher and staff member monthly for going above and beyond.

Events and Activities:

The Annual Bulldog Backyard BBQ and Change Wars Held every fall in

conjunction with a home football game these activities support our Prepared to Learn and REACH Grant Programs. Change Wars challenges each school to raise funds for the REACH Grant Program. Schools keep 70% of money earned and the rest is put into our REACH Grant Program to fund grants for teachers. Education After Hours Celebrates Public Education in North Platte every spring by honoring nominated North Platte High School Alumni and Teacher/Staff of the year.

Located in the McKinley Education Center at 301 West F Street (308) 696-3325 nppsf@nppsd.org www.nppsf.org