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By Kenny McMorris MPA, FACHE, CHCEF Chief Executive Officer Charles Drew Health Center Inc.
We have long known that when it comes to health outcomes in America, inequalities have persisted along racial lines. The recent coronavirus pandemic has shined an ugly light on these disparities as severe cases of COVID 19, the illness caused by the virus, are disproportionately affecting African American communities at a higher rate. Why is this? Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. African-Americans, in particular, are much more likely to suffer from chronic diseases such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure – and these underlying conditions place us at a much higher risk of requiring hospitalization, or dying, from COVID-19. Data from cities with large African American populations, such as New Orleans, Detroit, and Milwaukee, continue to show much higher mortality rates among black and brown
patients from COVID-19 than their white counterparts. In Chicago, where black residents make up approximately 29% of the city’s population, they account for 72% of the city’s COVID-19 deaths. While much is still unknown about the virus, it has become increasingly clear that it is impacting many vulnerable segments of our society. However, in America, that vulnerability is highly intersected with race and poverty. Recently Dr. Anthony Fauci of the National Institutes of Health stated that African Americans do not appear to be at greater risk of becoming infected. However, structural inequalities often place us in the middle of the virus’ crosshairs. While many Americans have the privilege of working remotely throughout the crisis, African Americans are more likely to be designated “essential workers”, reporting for work day after day at lower wage jobs that often require a large degree of human interaction, placing us at a higher risk of coming into contact with someone who may be carrying the virus even if they may not be showing symptoms. In a recent report published by the Economic Policy Institute “less than one in five Black workers and roughly one in six Hispanic workers are able to work from home.” So what steps should we take to stay safe and avoid further spread of the virus? The following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following
North Omaha Coronavirus Emergency Plan Stay Home! Stay Safe! 1. Stay Home – Only leave home to shop for groceries, work or emergencies. 2. Keep personal distance. Stay six feet apart. 3. Wear a cloth face covering or mask. 4. Call to get tested if you believe you have been exposed or have symptoms. 5. Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and water. Cover your cough and sneeze with tissue/covered elbow. Wash your hands afterwards. 6. Don’t touch eyes, nose or mouth. Don’t shake hands. 7. Get accurate information and stay informed. Reduce stigma. 8. Clean your food after purchasing from store. 9. Vote by mail and complete the census. 10. Support black businesses and businesses in North Omaha including community media.
steps: Know How It Spreads The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within six feet) through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Clean Your Hands Often Wash often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Avoid Close Contact Avoid close contact with people who are sick, stay home as much as possible and avoid large groups, and put distance between yourself and other people. Cover Your Mouth and Nose Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others. You could spread COVID-19 to others even if you do not feel sick. Everyone should wear a face cover when they have to go out in public, for example to the grocery store or to pick up other necessities. Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children under age 2, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask
without assistance. Continue to keep about 6 feet between yourself and others. The cloth face cover is not a substitute for social distancing. Cover Coughs and Sneezes: Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow. Throw used tissues in the trash. Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. While this may be a time of high anxiety, we are here to serve you. I am confident that we will get through this together and emerge stronger as a community. Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. has always been committed to the ongoing health and well-being of our patients, employees, and the community we serve. In addition to following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintaining standard infection control best practices, we are working proactively with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Douglas County Health Department, and countless partner organizations to monitor, stay informed and keep our community safe and healthy. If you believe you may be suffering from symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, cough, or shortness of breath, please call us at 402451-3553.
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This issue represents a special recognition of one of our city’s residents. Ruth Patrick Thomas is celebrating her 100th birthday. HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY Mrs. Thomas. While her celebration party had to be postponed due to
the Coronavirus, we here at the Omaha Star want to celebrate her with her family and friends with a pictorial tribute. I have not personally known many persons who have held the title CENTENERIAN, I know her! The Omaha Star is known for good news and this is good news. Thank you to Janet, Judy and Jimmy for the pictures and the article about their Mother. Mrs. Thomas is my kind of lady. Her mother remarked about her: “Ruth just did whatever she wanted to do.” We are not going to let the Covid19 headlines overshadow the good news in our community. Our governor has not required that we stay at home, but he has closed nonessential services in the state of Nebraska. The CEO of the Charles Drew Medical Center has shared information in this issue. We have also featured recommendations from the Empowerment Network Focus group on tips we should follow for good health during
Covid19. We salute our Family of the Week, The Whitteds. A young professional couple that believes that Omaha is a GOOD place for professionals to establish themselves. Yes, I did another porch photo, social distancing, I am following the rules.. In the Village which normally shares events in the community is now sharing Community Resources that we can use to be more informed. Wear your masks, drink lots of water, take your vitamins, eat well, wash your hands often, maintain social distancing, virtual meetings, virtual family gatherings and more represent a change in our lifestyles. Hug those you love because you do not know when it will be the last time. Remember joy comes in the morning. Just for now, let’s celebrate our local Centenarian, Mrs. Ruth Lorraine Patrick Thomas, Happiest Birthday to YOU!
WCA Celebrates Women’s Center for Advancement, WCA, is celebrating their two year anniversary at the new building! Even though, WCA is not physically in our building due to COVID-19 we are still celebrating and still serving! For over 100 years, WCA has been the experts, the listening ear, and the safe place for survivors and their children. The past two years were no different - they have seen a great deal of change and growth for the Women’s Center for Advancement. Altogether, the WCA provided over 73,000 direct services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and stalking. Behind these numbers, are thousands of stories from clients overcoming challenges, healing trauma, and finding empowerment. “Thank you for being here. This facility and your staff are amazing. I never knew this existed until my ER visit. Thank you for your organization.” WCA, 3801 Harney St.
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Federal Stimulus Payments May Disappear for Some Unless Action Is Taken Now Federal CARES Act stimulus payments will soon be arriving in low-income Nebraskans’ bank accounts, many of whom have already lost their jobs and steady income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But this stimulus payment, intended to help pay for food, rent, utilities, and other basic necessities, is at risk for thousands of low-income families. Bank garnishments are likely to begin for past debts and judgments, taking away the stimulus payments and freezing up accounts at the worst possible time, with low-income Nebraskans expecting the stimulus payment to help them afford vital necessities such as food and rent during this crisis. It is expected that CARES Act stimulus payments of up to $1,200 per individual and $500 per child will be deposited into bank accounts. In most instances, payments will be automatically deposited into the bank account connected with the taxpayer’s 2018 or 2019 income tax return. Although Congress protected the stimulus payments from debts owed to the federal government (excluding child support), Congress did not protect these payments from other creditors. This leaves many low-income Nebraskans fully exposed to the risk of having their stimulus payments taken to pay old debts rather than being used to meet current basic needs.
Although under Nebraska law these payments are probably ultimately exempt for most low- income families (after a complex legal process, including a court hearing), creditors can still take these stimulus payments by moving ahead and garnishing bank accounts. And this happens quickly, often without a family noticing until they go to the grocery store and their money is gone or they are frozen out of their bank account. Contact Legal Aid of Nebraska immediately if bank account funds are frozen or garnished. Legal Aid is raising this concern because of present law and the lowered ability of the courts to respond during this crisis- raising great fear that these stimulus payments, intended to keep families afloat, will instead be used largely to pay old debts. Individuals who have their bank accounts garnished need to act fast. Bank account funds are frozen until there is a hearing, meaning the account cannot be accessed to pay for rent, food or other necessities. The presumption will be the stimulus payment funds are not exempt, unless the debtor requests a hearing, files an inventory, and attends a court hearing. When a bank account is garnished, there are only three days to request a hearing. After three days, if no hearing is requested, creditors can
request that the bank turn the funds over to the creditor. Almost all low-income debtors (98%) have no legal representation in these exemption claims. Self-represented debtors are at a serious disadvantage when trying to protect their limited funds and claim their stimulus payment is exempt. Debtors representing themselves are unlikely to know how to do this. Plus, they are not able to file anything electronically, and must go down to the courthouse to file their paperwork during this public health emergency. Further, Nebraska County Courts (who hear these claims of exemptions) have responded to the COVID19 threat differently all across the state. There is no one way being used by every court to handle civil cases, including exemption hearings, during this public health emergency. Although the courts remain “open,” in some counties the doors to the court house may literally be locked, making it difficult for self-represented debtors to even file the necessary court paperwork. Additionally, the debtor herself may be under quarantine, sick, or caring for small children or a sick family member, and unable to attend a hearing in person. Even if she knew enough to request a hearing and fill out an inventory, this will cause her claim of exemption to be denied. Individuals who are
experiencing or at risk of bank garnishment should do the following. • Monitor bank account activity to determine whether funds have been deposited or garnished. • Consider withdrawing the cash or using a pre-paid debit card to store the stimulus payments. • Contact Legal Aid of Nebraska immediately if bank account funds are garnished. Legal Aid makes protection from bank garnishment a priority and will provide qualifying individuals with an attorney who can electronically file the necessary claim of exemption and appear at a hearing telephonically so that no one needs to risk exposure to the COVID virus. • Please call Legal Aid’s COVID-19 Disaster Relief Hotline: 1-844-268-5627 What needs to happen to further protect these stimulus payments.
About Legal Aid of Nebraska Legal Aid of Nebraska was established in 1963 and is the only statewide non-profit civil legal aid provider in Nebraska, providing free, high quality services to low-income Nebraskans in all 93 counties. Legal Aid’s mission is “to promote justice, dignity, hope and self-sufficiency through quality civil legal aid for those who have nowhere else to turn.” Legal Aid’s administrative offices are in Omaha.
Waiting On God By Velma Sanders How many times have you been in traffic and have seen a bus moving in traffic, too? Then later, you see a person sitting on a bench or standing; waiting for the bus to arrive. It probably has never happened, but if you had to, you could stop, roll down your window and tell that person: “The bus is on the way! Stay right there! Do not leave! Wait!” Maybe you have not waited for a bus lately, but all through life we are waiting on one thing or another. It can be as common as waiting for the light to change; waiting for it to stop raining or waiting for the food to heat up. There are times when we wait on things more serious, such as: waiting for a doctor’s report; waiting for a flight connection or perhaps waiting for a verdict from a trial. The one who is waiting on the bus represents all of us that are waiting on God - for wisdom, provision, deliverance and answers to prayer. One of the identifying marks of being a child of God is the spiritual discipline of waiting on Him. This is something that is foreign and strange to some. But it is a character trait that the Spirit forms in the hearts of those who trust in Jesus Christ. There are many things that we
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Jackson, Dr. Carol M. 3/15/1948 - 4/6/2020 Omaha – Preceded in death by parents Percy C Jenkins and Dorothy M Jenkins, sister Nora Mae Newton. Survived by husband Dr. Henry E. Jackson, daughter Stacy M.L. Jackson, step children Michael Jackson & Michele C. Jackson, sister Tina M. Jenkins, Elder Larry (Karen) Brooks, grandchildren Shastina Jackson, Adam Jackson, Michaela Jackson, Gary B. Jenkins, and 9 great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews P J Newton, Carl Newton, Natisha Odjidja, Destynie Sewell and Brian Newton, Nate Newton. Lifelong friends Llana Smith, Lillian Holmes, Victor & Joyce Parks, Rev Charlotte Abrahams, Stella & Todd Boyd, Nate & Sonia White, Holly Lynette, Lofton Family, Kellogg Family, Hayes Family, God Daughter Retrenia Dorsey. Visitation was Wednesday (4/15) at 108th Street Chapel. Private family burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2207 Wirt St, Omaha, NE 68110. Roeder Mortuary Inc. - 108th Street Chapel, 2727 N 108th St., Omaha, NE. 402-496-9000. www. RoederMortuary.com
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MENTOR Nebraska is thinking deeply about what the COVID-19 pandemic means for youth mentoring relationships. We are working closely with our partner mentoring programs and school districts to be receptive, responsive, and supportive during these times. Although the MENTOR Nebraska team is working remotely, we are continuing our important work to ensure mentoring relationships are being sustained in ways that are intentional and safe. Below are just a few of the ways we are working to support young people: • MENTOR Nebraska is assisting with the distribution of food packages to families in need. This effort is a partnership with Omaha Public Schools, Food Bank for the Heartland, and the Omaha Police Department. MENTOR Nebraska and our partner mentoring programs have joined the efforts by coordinating volunteers to help distribute food packages to hundreds of families in need. • MENTOR Nebraska is continuing to support young people involved in the juvenile justice system through our Youth Initiated Mentoring (YIM) program. We are connecting with youth, families, and mentors through phone calls and online platforms. Our partner mentoring programs have also developed plans to maintain and support mentor/mentee relationships. • MENTOR Nebraska is developing training webinars to support mentoring programs and mentors throughout Nebraska. We will be hosting webinars on screening volunteers, trauma-informed care, racial equity, and the best practices of mentoring. Learn more and register for an upcoming training here. • MENTOR Nebraska is providing no-cost resources to mentoring programs and matches. To ensure program practices meet quality standards that are safe and effective, MENTOR Nebraska is continuing to support mentoring programs through technical assistance and the National Quality Mentoring System (NQMS). We are also working with MENTOR National and iCouldBe.org to offer programs free access to a monitored Virtual Mentoring Portal. Additional resources can be found here. • MENTOR Nebraska is recognizing leaders in the mentoring movement. Although the 10th Annual Mentoring Luncheon was canceled, we are still recognizing the award recipients. Congratulations to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for being honored as the 2020 Business of the Year, and to Erica McGruder from Partnership for Kids for being honored as the 2020 Mentor of the Year.
Family of the Week The Whitteds Fred and Shannon (Melton) Whitted claim Omaha as their home. Both came to Omaha as a result of their higher Education goals. Fred is from St. Louis and attended Peru State College (BA, Criminal Justice, 2011) and Shannon was born in Denver and attended Creighton University (BA, Exercise Science, 2009). Fred is the Greek Life Coordinator at University of Nebraska Omaha and Shannon serves as the Finance Director for Kara Eastman for Congress Campaign. Collectively they feel that Omaha is a great opportunity for young professionals. “This is a wonderful place to create your reputation. Omaha allows a young professional ample opportunity for growth in a place where the cost of living is reasonable.” The Whitteds have a one-year old daughter, Maya Josephine Marie. Fred is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Shannon is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Both are active Alumnae members. For them Omaha is a BIG little city that is commuter friendly.
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By Kenny McMorris MPA, FACHE, CHCEF Chief Executive Officer Charles Drew Health Center Inc. On April 7 a truck pulled up to Charles Drew Health Center, along with Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02) and Linda Steele and Hong Zheng of the Nebraska Chinese Association (NCA), to deliver much needed surgical masks. Rep Bacon, who has been working to connect businesses, non-profit organizations, healthcare workers and first responders to share needed resources in the battle against the coronavirus, was contacted by the NCA who had 10,000 surgical masks they wanted to donate to healthcare businesses and first responders. “My team got on the phone right away and discovered that our community health centers, and county sheriff’s departments could use these masks, so they made arrangements to have them delivered,” said Rep. Bacon. “This donation is a reflection of the Nebraska attitude and American spirit as we work together to fight this pandemic.” Their first stop was to drop off 4,000 masks to the Charles Drew Health Center, located at 2915 Grant St. “Our ability to have these masks will go a long in terms of our community mitigation strategy for addressing COVID-19,” said Kenny McMorris. Chief Executive Officer for Charles Drew Health Center, Inc. “There’s a lot of health disparities in our community and we know that a lot of the patients we serve every day are highly susceptible to this virus.” “This is an opportunity to be a solution and we thank the Nebraska Chinese Association for their donation,” he added. Rep. Bacon and the NCA also delivered another 4,000 masks to OneWorld Community Health Centers and 1,000 each to the Douglas and Sarpy County Sheriff Department offices. In addition to delivering the surgical masks, Rep. Bacon notified the Charles Drew Health Center that they were they have been awarded $$886,475 in funding via the “Health Center Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act” through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Grant Service Office. They will receive information about their grants in the coming weeks. “This funding will go a long way in supporting the community health centers who serve the healthcare needs of so many in our neighborhoods,” said Rep. Bacon. “Congress stepped up and now we need to do our part for the community,” said McMorris. For more information about the Charles Drew Health Center visit https://charlesdrew.com/ or call 402-451-3553.
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Hap p y 100th Happy 1 00th Birthday, B irth d ay, Ruth R u th Patrick Pa t rick Thomas Th omas Ruth Lorraine Patrick was the first of 3 daughters born to James Arthur, and Odessa Hillman Patrick, on April 18, 1920, in Lincoln. Her grandfather, David Patrick, a former slave, was the first African American settler in Aurora, Nebraska. David was a leader of the Populist Party and would regularly correspond with the President of the United States. Ruth was raised on a farm, and her mother would share stories of her causing great alarm by riding bareback on Doll, a large, workhorse, through the orchard, or driving a car in the fields. Ruth made “Go Carts” for her sisters, Helen and Betty, using old boxes and wheels from around the farm. She and her sisters participated in 4H and, devoted their lives to Christ, attending Mt. Zion Baptist Church. In 1933, when Ruth was 13, her family moved to their home in the city, as a result of the Depression, and her father worked in the WPA program. Ruth was educated in Lincoln public schools, graduating from Lincoln High School in 1939, and from the University of Nebraska in 1943. Ruth eloped with Francis Edgar Thomas, on November 29, 1943 and moved to
Fresno, California, where he was stationed. On September, 22, 1944, Janet Ruth was born. After Francis was discharged from the Army, the family moved to Omaha, where Francis joined his brother, Wendell, in the family business, Thomas Funeral Home. As a housewife, Ruth became active at Zion Baptist Church, and was president of the Delta Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. When Janet began school, Ruth was employed as a child welfare case worker, and on January 24, 1954, Judith Ann was born. Nine months later, Ruth began attending the College of Mortuary Science, in St. Louis, Missouri, entrusting the care of the children to her husband, Francis, Mother Carol, family, and close friend, Jeanne Rudd. Her mother would often remark, “That was unheard of in those days-- Ruth just did whatever she wanted to do!” When Ruth graduated, the only African American female, in June, 1955, she was pregnant with James Edgar, who was born August 16, 1955. She, again worked as a child welfare worker and worked as a licensed embalmer and funeral director at Thomas Funeral Home. Early in the 1960’s, Ruth was involved in the 4-CL (Committee for Civil Liberties), with the Reverends R. McNair, Kelsey Jones, General Woods, R.F. Jenkins, and others. This organization spearheaded the push to desegregate Omaha’s eating facilities and advocated the employment of African Americans in business establishments for positions other than manual labor. Ruth remained active in human and civil rights for social equality, even after the 4-CL no longer existed. Her children remember being taken to meetings, and participating in sit-ins, much to her husband’s objections and fear for his family’s safety. Judy and Jimmy remember her excusing them from school to participate with them in the first Malcolm X March to his birth site. Again, her mother remarked, “Ruth’s gonna do what she wants to do!” Ruth is a charter member of the Urban League Guild. She has participated in “Get Out The Vote” activities for several years and has been responsible for numerous chapter members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., being deputized as voter registrants. Ruth was the director of the North Omaha YWCA, from 1965-1970, and was involved in organizing the leadership conferences held in response to the riots and burning held in north Omaha. Ruth implemented many other programs which benefitted the community. She was often observed, working at the kitchen table at 4 a.m., on paperwork and other fiscal matters before getting breakfast ready for her fam-
ily. Ruth has been an advocate for health and good nutrition, since the 1960’s, purchasing books and supplements from the “health food stores,” cooking with whole grains, unprocessed flour, and soy products, (in spite of her husband’s protests!) Her children’s friends called her the “Black Adele Davis”, (a well known author and nutritionist in the 1960’s.) Anyone who knows Ruth, knows that she has a book or supplement for any and every symptom. Ruth was the ultimate multi-tasker, she loved researching cars, and could discuss horsepower, RPM’s, etc. with any car enthusiast. On any given day, she could be seen in the driveway, under the hood of her car, changing the spark plugs in her Peugeot, (a rare foreign car with the first manual sun roof), or changing a flat tire on the roadside. She also sewed Easter suits and coats for herself and her children, all the while, maintaining and managing her household, serving in her church, community organizations, and sorority. Ruth was the consummate, practical student. She took a millenary class, where she designed and made hats. She also took an upholstery class and reupholstered her living room and dining room chairs. In 1974, Ruth was appointed to the Omaha Public Schools Board of Education. In 1975, Ruth and Rev. Jenkins cast the only two votes in favor of school desegregation, which was eventually mandated by the courts. in 1976, she ran, with a campaign budget of $290.00, and was elected, at large, with 31,844 votes, to serve another term until 1978. Ruth was asked to fill another board vacancy from 19791981, where she served as the first African American female vice president. Also in 1975, Ruth was appointed by the Nebraska State Governor, to serve on the Board of Governors for Metro State College, a position she held until 1978. During this time, Ruth continued to work in the family business and in 1980, relocated her parents from Lincoln to her home, caring for them until their deaths in 1981 and 1982. In 1985, Ruth was one of the first 3 women appointed by Rev. James Allen as a Trustee at Zion. She served for 28 years, and was reappointed by Rev. Kenneth Allen, in 2012. From 1983-1991, Ruth was a member of the Board of Directors of the Charles Drew Health Center. During her tenure, which covered the period of planning to actual operation of the center, Ruth served as treasurer and secretary. In 1991, Ruth received Bergen Mercy’s Mary-Martha
Award, given for leadership in the business community and compassion for the medically indigent. Ruth has been a member of the North Omaha Family Counseling Advisory Committee, has held offices,
as a Lifetime member in the NAACP, as treasurer and on the executive and several other committees; the League of Women Voters, (as Unit Coordinator, and on the Social Policy Committee); Chairman of the Connection Committee of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, of which is a Diamond Soror, an active member for 77 years; and Loyal Lady Ruler of the Order of the Golden Circle, Nebraska Assembly No. 41. Ruth was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1990, and joined My Sister’s Keeper, a support organization for survivors. She was diagnosed again, in 2014. She has also served on the board of the Ruth Solomon Girls Center. Ruth has received numerous community awards, among them, the NAACP Freedom Fighters Award in 2003. The Women of Color Fannie Lou Hamer Lifetime Legacy Award in 2019. Ruth continued to be involved in all of her activities after she became a full time caregiver, for her husband, Francis, in 2000 until his death in 2003. As she continues to strive for social justice, Ruth has demonstrated that she is, without a doubt, an inspirational, courageous, spirit-filled, woman of God, and He has truly had His hand on her and blessed her. In addition to her 3 children, Ruth has 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, who love and cherish her and whom she continues to love and inspire.
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CONGR ATUL ATIONS ! The 2020 Alice Buffett Outstanding Teacher Award Winners It is with a great deal of pride that we make these awards of $10,000 each to teachers in the Omaha Public Schools system. Fortunately for Omaha, there are far more great teachers in the Omaha Public Schools system than there are awards to give. We particularly thank all of you who nominated so many fine teachers, and we encourage you to support them for the 2021 awards.
In a wide variety of ways, each outstanding teacher is respected and admired by students, parents and peers. Each one has an unusual ability to make subject matter come alive. Each one goes to extraordinary lengths to encourage and stimulate our childrens’ interests in numerous subjects and skills. Each one shows incredible energy over the school day – a day that often extends into the evening and weekend. As a group, they are among our most important resources for the future. We cannot support and applaud them enough.
Melissa Bauldwin
Mary Ann Colasacco
Ranae Duncan
Diane Eubanks
Burke High School Special Education
Dundee Elementary Guidance
Bryan High School English
Buffett Middle School Reading
Melissa Bauldwin has been with OPS for 14 years, the past 10 at Burke. Mrs. Bauldwin is from Williston, ND, and has a B.S. from Minnesota State University.
Mary Ann Colasacco has spent her entire 22-year career with OPS at Dundee. Mrs. Colasacco has a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and an M.Ed. from George Mason University. She is from Mercer, WI.
Ranae Duncan has been with OPS for 10 years, all of them at Bryan. A native of Omaha, Mrs. Duncan has a B.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Diane Eubanks has been with OPS for 31 years, 16 of them at Buffett. Mrs. Eubanks has a B.S. and an M.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha. She is from Omaha.
Justine Garman
LaJoy Green
Amy Hiddleston
Kristy Lee
Benson High School English
North High School Guidance
Accelere Program Social Studies
Marrs Middle School Math
Justine Garman has been with OPS for 15 years, all of them at Benson. An Omaha native, Mrs. Garman has a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Nebraska Kearney.
LaJoy Green has spent the last two years of her nine-year career with OPS at North. Ms. Green is from Omaha and has a B.S. and an M.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Amy Hiddleston has been with OPS for nine years, all of them in the Accelere Program. An Omaha native, Mrs. Hiddleston has a B.A. and M.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha and an M.A. from the College of St. Mary.
Kristy Lee has been with OPS for 15 years, all of them at Marrs. Ms. Lee is from Omaha and has a B.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha, an M.A. from University of NebraskaLincoln, and an M.Ed. from Concordia University.
Deborah Merrill
Thomas Miller
Rodney Mullen
Anthony Razor
Adams Elementary Kindergarten
Buffett Middle School Instrumental Music
Central High School Social Studies
Burke High School Social Studies
Deborah Merrill has spent her 20-year career with OPS at Adams. Mrs. Merrill has a B.S. and an M.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha and an M.Ed. from Midland University. She is from Omaha.
Thomas Miller has been with OPS for 11 years, all of them at Buffett. Mr. Miller is from Omaha and has a B.M. from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Rodney Mullen has been at Central for all of his 22-year career with OPS. Mr. Mullen is an Omaha native and has a B.A. from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Anthony Razor has been with OPS for 11 years, all of them at Burke. An Omaha native, Mr. Razor has a B.S. and a B.A. from the University of Nebraska Omaha and an M.A. from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Nick Wennstedt
Craig Wiles
Lindsey Wilson
Bryan High School Social Studies
Crestridge Elementary Fifth Grade
Morton Middle School Social Studies
Nick Wennstedt has been with OPS for 14 years, all of them at Bryan. Mr. Wennstedt is from Omaha and has a B.S. from the University of Nebraska Omaha and an M.A. from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Craig Wiles has been with OPS for 20 years, 19 of them at Crestridge. Mr. Wiles is from Plattsmouth. He has a B.S. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and an M.Ed. from Doane University.
Lindsey Wilson has been with OPS for 12 years, the past three at Morton. An Iowa City native, Mrs. Wilson has a B.A. from the University of Northern Iowa and an M.Ed. from Concordia University.
Looking for pictures of the winners? We weren’t able to photograph them this year in order to adhere to social distancing guidelines related to the current COVID-19 pandemic.
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PRAISE & WORSHIP DIRECTORY
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ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E.
Rev. Benjamin R. Finnell
Rev. Benjamin R. Finnell, Presiding Elder and Pastor Tammi Tate, Public Relations Chairperson 2842 Monroe St. Ph: (402) 502-8003 Fx: 934-8581 Sunday School...........................9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship......................10:00 a.m. Thursday Bible Study..............8:00 p.m. via teleconference, dial-in number 563-999-2090 and access code 576989
MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH
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ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH
“Jesus is the Light of the World” Bishop Kevin Chambers, Senior Pastor (Elect) www.m3comaha.org 5112 Ames Avenue Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 457-4216 Church Phone (402) 453-4084 Pastor’s Office
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Pastor Jarrod S. Parker 3616 Spaulding Street, Omaha, NE 68111 Phone: 402-451-0307 Email: smbcsecretary@ stmarkbaptist.org Bishop Kevin Chambers
Pastor Jarrod S. Parker
Sunday School – Sunday 9:00 a.m. Services: Sunday School .................................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Experience ......... 11:00 a.m. Word On Wednesday (WOW) ........................ 7:00 p.m.
Worship Service – Sunday 10:15 a.m. Children’s Church (except 2nd Sunday) Holy Communion every 1st Sunday Prayer and Bible Doctrine Study Midday - 12:00 noon; Evening – 7:00 p.m.
MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
“Where Life is for Everyone”
Dr. Ralph B. Lassiter, Pastor 2602 N. 24th St. Off: (402) 451-8800 Fax: (402) 451-8522 mtmoriahomaha.net pastorlassiter@gmail.com
Drs. Mar n & Lynnell Williams Founders & Lead Pastors SUNDAYS Prayer 9:00 AM Worship 10:00 AM
WEDNESDAYS Prayer 6:00 PM Worship 7:00 PM
www.ambassadorswc.com 402-341-1866 5417 N 103rd St. Omaha, NE 68134
Televised Broadcast – Sundays at 6:00 p.m., KPAO Cox Channel 22 & CenturyLink Channel 89 Our Mission: “To exalt the Savior, edify saints, evangelize sinners and elevate society.”
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
Rev. Ralph Lassiter, Sr.
Fr. Dave Korth
Sunday School .............................................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship ..........................................10:45 a.m. Overcomers in Christ......................Sunday 7:00 p.m.
2207 Wirt Street Omaha, NE 68110 Phone: 402-451-5755
Wednesday Bible-Prayer Service 11:30 a.m. & 6:30 p.m Fr. Dave Korth
CLAIR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “Come Get Your Hilltop Experience” Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor 5544 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE 68104 Telephone: 402-451-8322 • Website: www.cmumc.net Email: clairumc@cumc.omhcoxmail.com Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor
Sunday School………………………8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Experience………...10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study….…….…….6:00 p.m.
Mass Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory (2218 Binney)
MT. NEBO MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Thursday - School Mass 8:10 am in Church
“The Church Where Fellowship is Real”
Saturday - 5:00 pm Sunday - 8:15 am and 10:30 am
Pastor Terry L. Arvie 5501 N. 50th Street Ph: 402-451-4245 Fx: 402-451-2130 office@mtneboomaha.org www.mtneboomaha.org Pastor Terry L. Arvie
Sunday Morning Worship ...................................9:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting .....................7:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Church School ......................7:30 p.m. Youth/Children Ministry Focus (Wed.) ............7:30 p.m.
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH Serving God and One Another in the Spirit of Excellence Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus Senior Pastor 3131 Lake Street Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1000 www.salembc.org
Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus
Rev. Kent H. Little, Lead Pastor Services on Sundays at 8:30 am & 10:50 am
PLEASANT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH
7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 402.556.6262 www.fumcomaha.org First United Methodist Church is a welcoming and inclusive community, inspired to grow with and in God.
Weekly Services Sunday Morning Worship Service .....................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Children’s Church (2nd & 4th Sunday) ................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Life Development (Sunday School) .........................................10:15 a.m. Wednesday Word and Worship (WWW) ................................ 6:30 p.m.
“Where CHRIST is Preeminent and the Word Prevails!” Rev. Kent H. Little
Pastor Brian Page 5555 Larimore Avenue Church: 402-346-8427 www.pleasantgreenomaha.org
TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH
Pastor Brian Page
Pastor Barbara Mitchell 2404 Fort Street, Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1800 Church 402-455-3390 Fax
Wednesday: Prayer Power Hour ......................................12:00 p.m Thursday: Youth For Christ ............................................6:00 p.m Prayer & Bible Study ....................................6:30 p.m Sunday: Sunday School.................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship..........................................10:15 a.m. Televised Broadcast Sunday @ 10pm on KPAO Cox Communication channel 22 & Century Link channel 89
Charles Galloway - President, Rev John Deang - Pastor, Dr John Beasley - Elder
Pastor Barbara Mitchell
8:30 am Early Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 - 10:15 am Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:15 - 11:15 am Sunday School 11:30 am Sunday Morning Worship 6:30 pm Wednesday Bible Study 8:00 pm Friday Night Service Noon day prayer Thursday - Saturday
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Missouri Synod 2721 N. 30th Street 402-453-1583 Sunday School................................10:00 a.m. Church Service...............................11:00 a.m. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
Rev. Vitalis Anyanike
ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH
ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
2423 Grant St. Omaha, NE 68111 Ph: 402-348-0631 • Fax 402-342-4451 Sunday Mass: 9:00 a.m. Reconciliation: Sunday after Mass or by appointment
Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor
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JOY OF LIFE MINISTRIES COGIC
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH
Pastors Eric and Cynthia Butler
2901 Fontenelle Blvd. 68104 Ph: 402-451-6622 • Fax 402-457-6901 Mass Schedule: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m., Sat. 8:30 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Sun. 8:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & Noon (Spanish) Reconciliation: Sat. 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. or by appointment
6401 N. 56th Street Omaha, NE 68104 Ph: 402-399-9628 E-Mail: Jolpastor@aol.com Sunday School..........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship......................10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship.......6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night ....................7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Youth Ministries
Pastor: Rev. Vitalis Anyanike
Pastor Eric Butler and Co-Pastor Cynthia Butler
2215 Grant Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-346-1502 Fax: 402-344-2720
Pastor Kenneth A. Allen
SUNDAY Sunday Morning Worship……………10:00 A.M. Sunday School……………………….. 9:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY 11:00 A.M. ~ Hour of Power Bible Study Wednesday is Family Night! 6:00 P.M. ~ Prayer & Praise Service 6:30 P.M. ~ Feast & Fellowship (Light Meal) 7:15 P.M. ~ Discipleship Academy (Classes for ages 5 & up)
THE WORSHIP CENTER North 24th Street Church of God “Presenting the Never-Changing GOD to an ever-changing World!”
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH “Where Christ Jesus Is the Center of Attention” Rev. Dr. Leroy E. Adams, Jr. Senior Pastor 2019 Burdette Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-342-0018 Fx: 402-346-9300 Rev. Dr. Leroy E. Adams, Jr.
Radio Broadcast: 101.3 fm 9:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. each Sunday Worship Service .............10:00 a.m. Sunday School .................8:45 a.m. Excluding First Sunday Tuesday Evening Service.........7:00 p.m.
Dr. Stan Rone - Senior Pastor 2021 N. 24th Street • Omaha, NE 68110 (402) 341-4297 Dr. Stan Rone Senior Pastor
Sunday Kingdom Academy 9:00 a.m. Worship Celebration 10:15 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Hour 7:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon Wednesday Power Hour (Prayer/Bible Study) 6:30 p.m. Youth and Children 6:30 p.m. www.theworshipcenter24cog.org
YOUTH/EDUCATION NEWS Mandela Early Childhood Development Center Celebrates One Year
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Standing adjacent to Nelson Mandela Elementary (NME) is the Nelson Mandela Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC), serving young scholars ages 3-5. They first opened their doors in March of 2019, and therefore recently celebrated their one-year anniversary. Mandela’s ECDC offers activities and opportunities that are designed to be a catalyst for their scholars to reach their educational goals and full potential. Nelson Mandela ECDC follows in the footsteps of the Elementary School, with a commitment to serve the surrounding community. They prioritize acceptance based on families that live within a mile and a half of
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the school, qualify for free and reduced lunch, and are committed to engagement with their scholars through volunteer hours. At the school, scholars receive a year-round education with full-day programming, and scholars transitioning to the elementary school get the opportunity to play violin through the Omaha Conservatory of Music’s String Sprouts Program. Nelson Mandela ECDC currently operates with 64 scholars, and they look forward to a bright future in partnership with Nelson Mandela Elementary. Learn more by following Nelson Mandela Early Childhood Center on Facebook or by visiting their website at nelsonmandelaecdc.org.
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