Recent News from Lincoln Public Schools

March, 2026

Staff Spotlight: Karina Gallegos Garcia - paraeducator at Park Middle School

Hill celebrates golden anniversary of LPS embryology lessons

Highlights of the March 24 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

Student News Desk: Moses makes broadcasting memories at Lincoln High

LPS announces Anthony Meints will be next director of Facilities and Maintenance

Northeast senior Tayler finds his rhythm through Rocket music community

Dedicated Diamondbacks: Dawes eighth graders create heartwarming quilts for retirement community

SFP alum helps students engineer excitement during interactive lesson

Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - March 24, 2026

Staff Spotlight: Mike Stroup - campus supervisor at Lincoln Southwest High School

Interactive lessons help Lefler students become better readers

Welcoming Words: McPhee students build leadership skills with compassionate tours

Fredstrom students pocket popcorn knowledge during special presentation

Olivia blossoms into standout leader at Standing Bear

Staff Spotlight: David Allen Jr. - assistant custodial supervisor at Wysong Elementary School

Irving receives prestigious honor for sponsoring unified activities

Holmes educators reflect on mentorship that shaped a career

North Star students organize successful Rock the Trades event

Lion Leaders: Belmont CLC students bring kingdom-sized musical to life

Nataly composes medley of shining moments at Southwest

Links use analytical skills to argue for an A

LPS school social workers expand resources for Student Support Program

Staff Spotlight: Anna Stephenson - kindergarten teacher at Brownell Elementary School

LPS educators receive notes of gratitude at Thank You Teacher event

February, 2026

TeamMates of the Month: Cynthia and Cheryl

Staff Spotlight: Isabelle Short Gomez - fifth grade teacher at Randolph Elementary School

Lexie channels creativity into future entrepreneurship at Bay High

From Engineer to Educator: Flamme Inspires the Next Generation of Problem Solvers

Highlights of Feb. 26 Safe and Successful Kids Interlocal Meeting

LPS announces Nate Hill will be the next Director of Security

Student News Desk: Cyan leaves a legacy in print at East High School

Highlights of the February 24 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

Excellent Eagles: Huntington earns 2026 Inspire School of the Year Award

Falcons find formula for scientific success with interactive lessons

Staff Spotlight: C Meier-Bates - English teacher at Lincoln High School

Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - February 24, 2026

Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, will be a District Closure day for Lincoln Public Schools

Jennie Anderson will be the next principal at Moore Middle School

TCA senior Eric unlocks unlimited potential in criminal justice courses

Real Science, Real Results: LPS senior Malcolm shines at Science Focus Program

LPS students showcase love of language at 2026 spelling bee

Lambert inspires Moore students with award-winning teaching techniques

Gary Czapla will be the next principal at Northwest High School

BCHS Focus Program helps Kimberly prepare for heartwarming medical career

LPS senior Alainah curates an A-plus future at Arts and Humanities Focus Program

Standing Bear senior Ashton springboards into future with Nebraska Business Focus Program

The IB Advantage: How Lincoln High senior Khalidah crafted her future

Colin takes command of his future through AFJROTC

Elizabeth pilots promising future in aviation-based focus program

Links build incubator of ideas in new STARLAB research class

Lincoln CLC team supports LPS students from new home

Staff Spotlight: Sara Gahan - school psychologist at Prescott and Wysong

East students share insights on African American culture with pop-up museum

Highlights of the February 10 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

Lincoln Board of Education to consider 2-year agreement between LEA and LPS

Northwest High School Principal Cedric Cooper heading to Omaha

Riley students play confident learning chords in small groups

Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - February 10, 2026

Register to Attend Our Educator Interview Fair - Feb. 27

Staff Spotlight: Emily Nathan - special education teacher at Independence Academy

Scott students benefiting from new calming tools on campus

Southeast students create winning waves with inclusive swimming program

TeamMates of the Month: Lincoln staff members walk the talk

Zeman students create connections with Tech-Free Tuesday initiative

January, 2026

Staff Spotlight: Austin Oltman - music teacher at Goodrich Middle School

City leader encourages Scott students with community engagement speech

Trisha Lind will be the next principal at Mickle Middle School

Student News Desk: Alexis makes mark at North Star with yearbook leadership talents

Highlights of the January 27 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

CNA class boosts health care prospects for Northwest students

LPS announces new elementary principals

Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - January 27, 2026

Staff Spotlight: Scott Luedtke - teacher at Lincoln North Star High School

Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, will be a School Closure day for Lincoln Public Schools

LPS students embrace moving messages at MLK Youth Rally, Belmont visit

Jason Shanahan will be the next principal at Goodrich Middle School

Staff Spotlight: Bailee White - second grade teacher at Calvert Elementary School

Bay High students showcase creativity with passion projects

LPS students celebrate launch of new CDA program at TCA

LPS students achieve linguistic legacies with Nebraska Seal of Biliteracy Award

Highlights of the January 13 Lincoln Board of Education regular meeting

LPS archivist preserves history for public with helpful knowledge

Falcons, Spartans script successful state play production moments

Staff Spotlight: Peter Ferguson - Multicultural Coordinator & Scholar Development

Meeting notice for the Lincoln Board of Education Regular Meeting - January 13, 2026

Cavett students ace AI adventures during new computer science lesson

Celebrating a Career: Salmen Reaches 50 Years in Nutrition Services

First round of LPS administrator changes announced for 2026-2027 school year

Staff Spotlight: Michael Mason-D'Croz - Spanish teacher at Lincoln Northeast High School