Daily Announcements

EmpowerHER is hosting a Valentine’s Day Gift Basket Raffle, and you won’t want to miss it!

For just $1 per ticket, you can enter for a chance to win an amazing basket filled with candy, a cozy teddy bear, a $50 Starbucks gift card, and so much more!

Tickets will be sold before school by the learning stairs all week long, ending on Wednesday, February 12th. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone special, this basket makes the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. Plus, this raffle is all to build excitement for our Galentine’s Day party on February 13th!, so make sure to enter and spread the love!

It's that time of year to let that someone special know that you care! DECA Candy Grams are on sale during lunch through February 12. For $2, send someone a full sized candy bar and a personalized note to be delivered on Valentine's Day!

ART CLUB will meet on Wednesday February 5th, in room 402 after school. Come join us for a mixed media Spring project! Reach out to Mrs. Boyd if you have questions.

The PLHS Food Drive to benefit the Sarpy Care Center is starting soon!

When: February 10 - 21, 2025

What: A food drive where every item you bring gives you a single raffle ticket. (You get 2 raffle entries for every item you bring to Parent Teacher Conferences on February 6th!)

There are eight $25 gift cards to be won!!!

There will be an informational meeting for anyone interested in trying out for girls soccer on Wednesday, February 12th. We will discuss tryout schedule and expectations. Meeting will be in the Tradition Center from 3:30-4pm

Join German Club on Thursday February 13th from 3:30--4:15 for Board Games! We will play games by German companies, that are wildly popular in Germany, or that are related to something regarding German culture. No knowledge of German language necessary!

The spring session of the PLHS Book Club will start on Thursday, February 27th at the PLHS library. Join us every other Thursday from 3:30 - 4:00. All are welcome! You voted, and Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross will be our next book!

Don’t miss out on your chance to order your full-color 2025 Yearbook for your student! You can reserve your copy for $80 until April 18, 2025. You can order online at yearbookforever.com or send cash or check to Mr. Rohacik in room 307. Please contact Mr. Rohacik at joseph.rohacik@plcschools.org with any questions. An order form, along with senior tribute and senior photo information, is attached to this email.

Please note: The PLHS Yearbook is a “fall delivery” book. Students will pick up their books at registration in August 2025. This allows for a book that can document the ENTIRE school year, including spring sports/activities, Prom & graduation.

FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, will meet every Monday in the Library starting at 7:20 AM. Come join us to grow as an athlete through Christ.

Soft Shell Taco

Garlic French Bread

Grilled Hamburger

Grilled Cheeseburger

Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Turkey Kielbasa

Buffalo Chicken Wrap

Pizza Hut Cheese Pizza

Pizza Hut Pepperoni Pizza

Soup & Sandwich Bar

Refried Beans

Lettuce

Cauliflower

Strawberries

Grapes

Fresh Fruit

Chocolate Milk

Strawberry Milk

White Milk

100% Fruit Juice

With this new school year, the counseling team has made a few changes. Please take note of your counselor as they may or may not have changed from the prior year. Counselors have divided the entire student population alphabetically this year. Should you need to see your counselor, please make use of the QR code, and complete the form to let your counselor know you need them. They will send a pass so you can meet with them.

• Mr. Caruso is your counselor if your student's last name begins with letters "A" through "C".
• Ms. Lawhorn is your counselor if your student's last name begins with letters "P" through "S".
• Ms. Madler is your counselor if your student's last name begins with letters "E", "N", "O", and "T" through "Z".
• Mr. Reyes is your counselor if your student's last name begins with letters "D" and "F" through "H".
• Ms. VanSteenbergen is your counselor if your student's last name begins with "I" through "M".
• Ms. Schnabel is our very awesome Social Worker. She splits her time between Monarch High and IDEAL.

Cornhusker Boys and Girls State

This yearly event brings high school juniors from around the state to experience the positive processes of self-government and good citizenship as practiced in democratic societies. Students participate in engaging activities, competitions and listen to established speakers. Many lifetime friendships with future leaders of our state are forged during this week.

The session is June 1-7 in Lincoln. Check out the respective websites for more information. Applications can be found online, or contact Mr. Caruso in the Counseling Center for hard copies. Candidates will interview to see who from our school is selected to go. The American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary conduct the interviews and help with the cost. We are very grateful for their support.

Applications are due to Mr. Caruso by February 7th (Boys), February 14th (Girls). wesley.caruso@plcshool.org

Girls State

Boys State

Attention Juniors!

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is now offering the Horatio Alger Scholarship to deserving students. To date, the Association has awarded over $265 million in scholarships to over 37,000 students. This scholarship is for students who have significant financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. These scholarships range in award value from $10,000 to $25,000.

Eligibility criteria included:

• High School Junior
• Demonstrated Financial Need ($65,000 or lower adjusted gross household income)
• United States citizenship

Students may apply online by CLICKING HERE. Deadline: March 1

Juniors interested in attending a summer camp in Chicago can now sign up to explore the world of economics, conduct meaningful STEM research, dissect ideas through thoughtful discourse, and experience what makes UChicago such a distinctive intellectual destination. For more information click the button below. The deadline to register is mid-March.

Attention Juniors,

Are you a high-achieving high school junior? The John B Stetson Junior Scholarship is NOW open. This scholarship aims to support high school juniors who have potential to carry forward John B. Stetson's legacy and make a difference in their community, embodying the same spirit of innovation, generosity, and determination that John B Stetson demonstrated. If you would like your counselor to nominate you for the prestigious award see your high school counselor. They can nominate you HERE. The nomination deadline is February 14."

**Scholarship is contingent upon the recipient’s enrollment at Stetson University in the fall of 2026.**

COLLEGE REP VISITS AT PLHS FOR JUNIORS & SENIORS

UPCOMING VISITS

University of Nebraska-Omaha - February 10 at 9:00 AM

Northwest Missouri State University - February 12 at 9:45 AM

Wayne State College - February 13 at 9:00 AM

College of Saint Mary - February 20 at 9:00 AM

If you would like to attend, sign up on your Maia Learning account under events!

SEE MRS. BRADLEY IN THE COUNSELING CENTER

You can sign up on MaiaLearning and visit with the following college(s) in the Counseling Center. In MaiaLearning click the "Events" tab on the left. Click the "Actions" on the right of the visit you would like to attend. Click "Attend". You will be signed up to attend! Just show up in the Counseling Office on the date and time of the visit you signed up for. It is the student responsibility to attend this visit. No passes will be sent. (These are STUDENT ONLY visits)

Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Papillion La Vista Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Students: Dr. Trent Steele, Director of Secondary Human Resources and Student Services, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6214 (trent.steele@plcschools.org). Employees and Others: Dr. Kati Settles, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6206 (kati.settles@plcschools.org.org). Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the Office for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education (OCR), please contact OCR at One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street #320, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, (816) 268-0550 (voice), or (877) 521-2172 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.