North High Newsletter

Greetings Viking Families,

The Spring 2023 semester is in full swing. Students are focused on classes, activities, and athletics. We remain focused on School Safety encouraging students to Be a Viking: Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be Accountable. Below are some important safety reminders to discuss with your student(s):

• Refrain from opening or propping external doors to the school allowing others to enter (even if they are students).
• Anyone requiring entry to the school must use the main entrance (flagpole) to request entry from security.
• Students are not allowed to leave campus before 3:05pm without permission.
• Food deliveries to school are not permitted.

Students found violating these expectations will be held accountable, including but not limited to suspension. Please refer to the Standard Response Protocol (pictured below) for a review of safety measures in place.

Students are in the midst of registering for classes. School counselors are working closely with teachers and students to discuss the process. Talk with your students to learn more about their classes for next year.

Spring Parent Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, March 23rd. We will conduct them as we did last fall (virtually 12-2:45pm; in person 3-7pm). Additional information will be provided in the March Newsletter.

We encourage students to take advantage of the OPS Summer Intern Program where students can assist with Next Level Learning in our elementary schools. The link for this and other summer opportunities is included in this newsletter.

Thank you all for your continued support and involvement in the Viking Community. If you have any questions, please call us 531-299-2700.

Go Vikings!

February 3rd-----No school for all students

February 20th (Presidents' Day)-------No school for all students

February 23rd---Academy/Title 1 Night-----5:30-8:00

Electronic devices should be out of sight unless used for a teacher directed learning activity. For students not meeting expectations the following steps will be taken:

· 1st Violation: Warning (conversation with the student)

· 2nd Violation: Parent/Guardian Contact

· 3rd Violation: Discipline Referral to the Administrator

Student progress reports will not mailed. Please check your parental portal for student grades.

On January 6th and 7th 1064D, 1064F, and 1064X participated in their first competition of the new year. All three teams came out of the break ready for competition putting up a good showing with all of them finishing near the top half of the competition. 1064X finished inside the top 10 and turned that into a Tournament Semifinalist

On December 16th and 17th Omaha North and 1064 Robotics hosted the largest robotics competition in Nebraska since the pandemic. Over 90 high school and middle school teams from Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota participated. In the end 1064X was crowned the Tournament Champions.

The robotics students would also like to thank all of the volunteers who helped us make this one of the best competitions of the year.

Through out the 1st semester the Omaha North High Robotics teams participated in VEX Robotics League. Each week the teams would compete in a mini version of their regular competition with the League Finals taking place on Friday December 16th. At the end of all of the qualifying rounds, North High Robotics teams held 4 of the top 5 spots and everyone was in the top 15. In the end 1064X won the Excellence Award and the Robot Skills Championship, 1064A won the Judges Award, and 1064E won the Tournament Championship and qualified for the Nebraska State VEX Robotics Championship.

On January 14th 1064A, 1064E, 1064X and 1064Z made the early morning trip to Ravenna , Nebraska. All four teams four teams finished in or near the top 30 teams in the tournament. During the Elimination Rounds, 1064E and 1064A teamed together to go against 1064X in the Semifinals. At the end of the match, 1064X and their partner were able to pull out the win. 1064X did drop a close match in the Finals to end as the Tournament Finalist

Upcoming Competitions for the Robotics Teams

1/28 - Bryan 1064D1064R

2/4 - Grand Island

1064A

1064E

1064Z

2/11 - DC West (Valley Ne)

1064B

1064F

1064R

1064X

2/18 - Concordia

1064Z

Congratulations to Nayera Abdessalam for being recognized as an Outstanding Scholar Athlete by the Greater Omaha Sports Committee! Nayera earned this achievement for her work in the classroom and on the cross country course. We look forward to her performance this upcoming soccer season. Go Vikings!

Band:

Reagan Kroh, Flute

Carlo Santos, Clarinet

Evan Nolasco, Clarinet

Miciah McTizic Henderson, Clarinet

Octavius Pearson, Contra Bass Clarinet

Elyse Johnson, Alto Saxophone

Sophia Kolb, Bari Saxophone

Braylan Mosley-Royal, Trumpet

Sofia Acosta, Trumpet

Max Long, Trumpet

Phineas Ridgley, Trombone

Lavelle Henderson, Euphonium

Daniel Ramos, Percussion

Orchestra:

Hassan Whitmore, Violin

Joshua Higgins, Violin

Jennifer Francisco-Baltazar, Violin

Kyle Perry, Violin

Maria Rodriguez, Violin

Boston Jarvis, Viola

Roman Bolouvi, Cello

Ellis Yamamoto, Cello

Tyrese Walker, Cello

Bridgette Stryker, Cello

Aaron Tristan-Coronado, Cello

Joshua Bartsch, Bass

Choir:

Soprano- Jaelynn Forrest, Veronica Sargbah

Alto- Aiden Beguedou, TyTeanna Belvin, Breah Bonds, Molly Burk, Samara Hervey, Charis Randle, Chloe Riddle

Tenor- Aiden Blakely, Tyeleak Graphenreed, DaMarion Middlebrooks

Bass- Solan Bailey, Reed Swartzbaugh

The North SkillsUSA chapter will be hosting a fundraiser at Freddy's on February 15th. The funds raised during this event will help several students fund their attendance at the state competition in April. Students will be competing in the areas of Carpentry, Computer Programming, Digital Cinema, Video Production, Robotics, Photography Precision Machining, Sheet Metal, Urban Search and Rescue and several more "Career Ready" fields.

In the fall, the AP Literature and Composition students studied "what constitutes literary merit?" via various texts like August Wilson's play Fences and Harper Lee's book, To Kill A Mockingbird. On January 20th, those AP students were able to watch the Omaha Community Playhouse's production of Fences. Students got to meet cast members, including North Alum ('02) Raydell Cordell (played the role of Lyons). In February, the students will go to the Orpheum's To Kill A Mockingbird production.

Students visited UNO after they were accepted to learn about college scholarships and opportunities on the UNO campus.

On Monday, January 9th, members of the Culxr House and Nebraska Writers Collective, Jewel Rodgers and Lite Pole, presented to Mr. Magnett and Ms. Alati's classes.

If you are interested in learning more about creative writing and/or performance poetry contact https://www.newriters.org/ and https://www.culxr.house/

11th and 12th Grade Vikings,

The UNMC High School Alliance is an immersive experience in the health science professions where you'll get to learn from experts and practice hands-on skills.

The program, which is held during the school year, is an inside look at what it's like to be a health care provider or researcher. Courses cover a range of health care topics, such as infectious diseases, anatomy and medical decision-making taught by UNMC faculty on the Omaha campus.

You'll network with classmates from all around the Omaha metro area and form connections with world-renowned doctors, researchers and other health care providers.

There are unique opportunities available for students interested in the Health Sciences career field.


The website below provides an overview and specific admission requirements as well as the application process. Note that applications close on February 10.

https://www.unmc.edu/alliance/overview/index.html

Let me know if you have any questions.

Ms. Jackson, Curriculum Specialist

P: 531-299-4016

E: ladeidre.jackson@ops.org

The District is recruiting current high school students to assist with reinforcing reading and math lessons for our elementary students. The District will be hosting NLL at 24 elementary sites across our city and has a goal of hiring a student intern for every classroom.

Please note, qualified students must be:

• 16 years or older by June 6th
• In good academic standing with a 2.0 GPA or above
• Be a positive role model for younger children

Student Intern Program Benefits:

• Resume builder
• Classroom support for teachers during NLL
• Small group and one to one assistance in literacy and math for our elementary students
• Recruitment tool to encourage our students to consider teaching as a profession (or paraprofessional)
• Positive role models
• A regular and reliable work schedule
• Earn a wage in a positive setting

Please see Ms. Jackson, Curriculum Specialist, for additional questions and/or support.

11th Grade Vikings,

Are you interested in science research? Want to gain research experience? The Haddix STEM Corridor Program is a summer research program made possible by a gift from George and Susan Haddix to the College of Arts and Sciences.

This program introduces students to undergraduate degree in the sciences at Creighton University.

Each year under the Haddix STEM Corridor Program, 13 top high school students from North High, Omaha South, and Omaha Central will conduct summer research work with accomplished STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) faculty at Creighton University. Programming will include workshops on designing a career in a STEM field and networking with Creighton alumni.

Please see Ms. Jackson, Curriculum Specialist, for more details.

All Viking families are invited to attend the 2022-23 Title 1 Parent/Guardian Meetings. The next meeting will take place on February 23, 2023 from 5:30-8:00 pm. Mark your calendars and plan to come learn more about how the Title 1 Program is supporting students with their reading, math, and college/career transition needs. At the meeting in February, you will have the opportunity to provide input on the School-Parent Compact.

If you cannot attend one of these meetings, you may review all Title 1 plans, documents and information, using the link below.

Greeting Vikings,

We are looking forward to a wonderful Prom for Juniors & Seniors and their approved guests on Saturday, April 29th. Beginning Monday, November 28th, students must meet the following expectations to attend:

1. Fewer than the equivalent of 5 unexcused absences.
2. No referrals or suspensions for fighting violations.
3. No referrals or suspensions for substance violations.

The expectations above also apply to guests. Thank you for your careful attention to this matter.

The Methodist Community Counseling Program provides confidential mental health counseling services by a licensed mental health practitioner right here at North High School. Please contact Roxanne Wayne for more information or talk with your guidance counselor.

Roxanne Wayne MS, LIMHP

Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner

(531)299-2706

roxanne.wayne@nmhs.org

Each year the Omaha Public Schools conducts a Culture and Climate Survey for families, students and staff. Below is the data from the 2021-22 School Year. We know we have a lot of room to grow and are striving daily to provide the best possible high school experience for all the students in our care. Please use the QR code below to provide your feedback. Give us the good, the bad and the ugly! All of it will help us be better. Thank you in advance for your input throughout the year.

Note: Climate Survey scores are an average rating between 1 (Strong Disagreement) and 5 (Strong Agreement).

If you have information you would like to share in the Omaha North High School Newsletter, please contact LaDeidre Jackson via email at ladeidre.jackson@ops.org

Website: https://www.ops.org/north
Location: 4410 North 36th Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 531-299-2700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OPSNorthHigh
Twitter: @OPS_NorthHigh

To view the activities and athletics schedules and results, visit https://omahanorthvikings.com/

Email: eric.johnson@ops.org
Website: https://omahanorthvikings.com/
Location: 4410 North 36th Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 531-299-4008
Twitter: @OPS_Vikings

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities and employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to accept allegations regarding non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 (531) 299-9822). The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming St, Omaha, NE 68131 (531-299-9584).