/TT10 20 0 R }; SEWARD, Neb. Help. << /Length 39 Fields was among . The Millard finalists are employed in districts with significantly smaller enrollment than Millard, which has 24,000 students, 35 schools and nearly 3,000 staff members. Brenna attends St. Vincent de Paul church, and is a member of their Godparents Group. /ColorSpace << << var field59 = field59 || {}; Jim Sutfin, center, has been the superintendent of Millard Public Schools since 2014. 26 0 obj Published: Feb. 11, 2022 at 4:48 AM PST OMAHA, Neb. She has been involved in a host of FBLA activities both on the local level and at the State FBLA Conference, and has been a two-time national qualifier. /Length 7660 Interviews of the three finalists will take plan in a public session on Thursday, Feb. 10. Children are eligible to begin kindergarten if they turn 5 years of age by July 31, 2023. Please contact them to assist with their programs. endobj Sunny, with a high near 66. Advertising: nichole@sewardindependent.com In a statement, Board President Stacy Jolley called the selection the most important decision a school board has to make and said all the candidates were immensely qualified. This is ridiculous, said Dr. Josh Fields, the superintendent of the Seward Public Schools. Now those in Milford, Seward and Centennial want in. She serves as a SHS Student Ambassador, as is one of the official hosts of Seward High. /Kids [13 0 R 27 0 R 28 0 R 29 0 R] /Filter /FlateDecode Otherwise, click here to view your options for subscribing. x3T0 B]C ah`jUe E endstream Veronica Hardaway -- Food Services Supervisor. Norris Public Schools is located 12 miles south of Lincoln and has nearly 2,500 students. DeWaard will also not be required to register as a sex offender as the amended charges do not require it. << Brenna was recognized and thanked for her successful career at SHS and serving as a role model for many over the years at Seward High. The Board of Education has set the calendar for the 2023-2024school year. The Millard school board on Wednesday announced three superintendent finalists, all from school districts in eastern Nebraska. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Our District - Go to Staff Directory. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Budget Hearing & Board of Education Work Session 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm SS Seward Institute, 53 North Main Street, Florida, NY. Find out more about Jim Sutfin's time as superintendent of the Millard Public Schools. The students were scheduled and met with Senator Julie Slama of the 1. endobj In 2007, he was hired as assistant elementary principal at Millards Wheeler Elementary. /Subtype /Form /TT14 25 0 R The superintendent says the bulk of the money will be. endstream /ca 1 14 0 obj Otherwise, clear, with a low around 34. Winds could gust as high as 26 mph. 2022-2023 School Calendar North northwest wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. 9 0 obj He subsequently worked four years as principal at Black Elk Elementary, another Millard school. stream << >> Later, on Monday afternoon, the senator said that he and Fremont Sen. Lynn Walz, the head of the Legislatures Education Committee, had contacted several schools and found the talk to be untrue. >> Barnes will succeed Marlene Uhing, who is becoming Leads by Industry . Seward Public Schools, about 35 miles northwest of Lincoln, is a district of just over 1,500 students. << For more information on the program, contact Hinrichs at SHS 402-643-2988 or email him at, Seward High Senior, Brenna McAdam was selected to be honored as the April Youth Rotarian by the Seward Rotary Club and was introduced at the Seward Rotary Clubs noon luncheon on April 19. at the Jones Bank Auditorium. Seward, NE 68434 (402) 504-0631 Dr. Keith Lutz Former Superintendent Millard Public Schools 18304 Polk Street, Omaha, NE 69135 (402) 510-5908 Dr. Cindy Gray Associate Superintendent Elkhorn Public Schools 3861 South 182nd Street, Omaha, NE 68130 (402) 305-3771 The Lincoln Public Schools Board of Education in its meeting on Tuesday night heard part two of Superintendent Paul Gausman's transition to his role. LILY SMITH, THE WORLD-HERALD John Schwartz, superintendent of the Norris Public Schools, speaks during his interview with the Millard Public Schools board on Thursday. Our District - Administration - Superintendent; Dropdown Toggle Our District - Staff Directory. Sunny, with a high near 66. (KLKN) A former superintendent of Centennial Public Schools accused of inappropriate contact with a student has reached a plea deal with the state. 2 0 obj The event was coordinated by SHS educator Jordan Hinrichs of Seward. Joe covers education for The World-Herald, focusing on pre-kindergarten through high school. endobj The Seward Public School superintendent said they weren't just working with the local health department, but several schools in the area, including Crete, York, Waverly and Norris. /BBox [0 0 816 1056] The event was coordinated by SHS educator Jordan Hinrichs of Seward. Elgin Public Schools - Grades 7-12 Spanish Teacher April 28, 2023 Elgin Public Schools is currently accepting applications for the position of Spanish Teacher for the 2023-2023 school year. Dr. Matt Dominy Curriculum Director Seward Public Schools 2701 Karol Kay Blv. The search for a new Millard Public Schools superintendent reaches a crucial stage Thursday evening when school board members will interview t, The decision came after public interviews with three finalists, who were asked to weigh in on critical race theory, Nebraska's controversy ove, "I look forward to working alongside the board, students, staff, parents and the community in order to continue the tradition of excellence th. If you're a print subscriber, but do not yet have an online account, click here to create one. Awards through teacher nomination and has participated in the Quiz Bowl program for two years. She is the daughter of Jill McAdam of Seward. XSu:x`xBj}iu:eh]$LSH :o^34]^{4@.>:-`i}3rTnwv5mu-(1:?v\aN%`4%y endstream /TT4 21 0 R Find contact's direct phone number, email address, work history, and more. /Resources /Count 4 Bridgette Bartlett -- Federal Programs Supervisor. The students were co-sponsored by the GFWC Seward Womans Club, the GFWC Seward Junior Womens Club and the School District of Seward High Ability Learner Program. Seward Elementary is now enrolling students for our 2023-2024 school year! endstream Dr. Schwartz was one of three finalists for the position. 200 Berkley Street. /ExtGState Lincoln Public Schools. /TT8 24 0 R The Raymond Central Public School District says a special election will decide whether to approve or deny a bond of up to $41.8 million. /Resources The finalists are Josh Fields, superintendent of Seward Public Schools; John Schwartz, superintendent of Norris Public Schools; and Jami Jo Thompson, superintendent of Norfolk Public Schools. All rights reserved. %PDF-1.3 R303A6122 The Connections Project Contact: Lawrence S. Bundy Project Director Phone: 402-471-2183 Fax: 402-471-0117 e-mail: larry_b@nde4.nde.state.ne.us Evaluation Progress Report No. Follow Nebraska Examiner on Facebook and Twitter. /Filter /FlateDecode /Length 10 Otherwise, clear, with a low around 34. She will also be recognized as one of the ten Youth Rotarians for this school year at the local SHS Honors Night on May 8, Please contact them to assist with their programs. Three Seward residents aboard a high school bus died after it struck a guard rail on 168th St. and West Dodge Road and fell 62 feet into the Papio Creek Saturday afternoon.Of the 35 people in the bus, 28 were injured and taken to area hospitals. Natalie Axt is named the May Seward Youth Rotarian and was honored at the April 26thnoon luncheon of the Seward Rotary Club at the Jones Bank basement. LINCOLN Officials with the Seward and Adams Central school districts on Monday labeled as ridiculous and an ugly rumor talk that students have dressed up as cats and dogs and have requested litter boxes to handle their bathroom needs. endobj x3T0 B]C ah`jU 1\ endstream Stop by or call the Seward Public Schools District Office, and you will be greeted by our receptionist, Ms. Christine Towle. They enjoyed a pizza lunch at the Governors Mansion with Senator Hughes, after visiting the State Legislature in session. The Seward Public School District Board of Education offered the superintendent position to Dr. Josh Fields, director of curriculum and staff development at Seward Public Schools. 169 followers 167 connections. The school district is growing and thriving, serving over 42,000 students in more than 60 . Dr. Schwartz has been serving as superintendent of the Norris School District since July 2019. << He said he was shocked that schoolchildren have been allowed by school officials to dress up as furries, interacting with teachers using meows and barks, and requesting litter boxes. /Type /Page /CA 1 SCHOOL DISTRICT OF SEWARD 410 South Street Seward, NE 68434 Dear Parents/Guardians Dr. Josh Fields, Superintendent Phone: (402) 643-2941 FAX: (402) 643-4986 wanted to give an update of what Seward Public Schools has been doing and our plan for the future. /ExtGState SPS superintendent Dr. Josh Fields says the main factor in the school board's decision was state officials changing the DHMs to no longer require school-age children to quarantine after a. xS**T037U0 A#9WA? She was presented with a bag of Rotary information and mementos, a Rotary Book Scholarship and a special Rotary Club banner. Nebraska Examiner is part of States Newsroom, a network of news bureaus supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity. /Font endobj stream /Filter /FlateDecode Superintendent Superintendent Search Process September 27, LPS Superintendent Steve Joel announced his plans to retire at the end of the 2021-2022 school year. Thank you for visiting our website. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Clear, with a low around 36. >> All rights reserved. Aaron Durbin -- Child Welfare & Attendance Human Resources Supervisor. stream Natalie is also very involved in the local SHS FFA program and received her Greenhand Degree in 2021 and won First Place in the District Plant Identification Contest in 2021. stream Seward Park High School's graduation rate in 2001 was 32%, while the graduation rates of the smaller schools in 2012 were: [2] High School for Dual Language and Asian Studies - 92.5% Lower Manhattan arts Academy - 80% Urban Assembly Academy of Government and Law - 79.3% New Design High School - 79.1% Essex Street Academy - 76.5% Otherwise, clear, with a low around 34. OMAHA, Neb. /TT2 22 0 R The talks escalated to DeWaard bringing the student into his office on multiple occasions and having him sit on his lap while he helped him with his school work, investigators wrote. xS**T037U0 A#9WA? endstream x+ | All in all, there were 51 students, three teachers, extra adult volunteers at each location, along with members from the Seward Kiwanis Club, which amounts to around 60 people helping out at five locations! "global": { >> Each of the locations continues to offer community service opportunities for volunteers. . Experienced coach, presenter, and facilitator with a demonstrated history of working in education and the business industry. endobj /Resources No Staff Template } } But school officials called the issue a myth. Members of the Millard board have scheduled a special meeting Feb. 10 to conduct public interviews with the finalists. >> << Sunny, with a high near 66. Multiple Schools (Away), Soccer: Boys Varsity Districts vs TBD, TBD (Away), Track: Varsity Conference vs Away vs. She has received numerous P.R.I.D.E. "H%_!+ W Multiple Schools (Away), Track: Middle School Triangular vs Multiple Schools (Home), Soccer: Girls Varsity Districts vs TBD, TBD (Away), Baseball: Varsity District Tournament vs Mount Michael Benedictine (Away), Elementary Planning Day - No Elementary Students, Golf: Boys Varsity Central Conference Meet vs Away vs. >> Clear, with a low around 36. Thompson has been Norfolk superintendent since 2013. endstream He received his bachelors degree from Wayne State College and his masters, specialist and doctorate degrees from the University of Missouri at Kansas City. /FormType 1 x+ | /Length 10 endstream << /BBox [0 0 816 1056] /Subtype /Form Our District - Administration - Superintendent Dropdown ToggleOur District - Staff Directory Our District - Go to Staff Directory. A native of Ralston, Nebraska, he is vice president of the John G. Neihardt Foundation, a member of the Nebraska Hop Growers and a volunteer caretaker of Irvingdale Park in Lincoln. NYS Math Assessment- Grades 3-8. Focused on communication and the impact of adult interactions to . Dr. Sutfin has been at Millard for eight years and is leaving the workforce after 33 years in education. To aid in your planning, click on the link below to view the calendar. She is employed at Seward Dowding Municipal Pool both in the office and as a lifeguard, Bagels and Joe as a clerk/helper and the William Henry School of the Arts as an Assistant Dance Teacher. Clear, with a low around 36. /Filter /FlateDecode du+7 >> 6 0 obj Website Navigation It appears to be a continuation of rumors that have been debunked in schools in Midland, Michigan, and Carroll, Iowa. f@@BH(U!+ /Type /XObject Save the dates: Our 23-24 Kindergarten Parent Meeting is on Thursday, March 16th at 7:00 PM, and Kindergarten Round Up is on Friday, March 17th from 9:00 - 10:30 AM. >> Dr. Josh Fields, superintendent at Seward Public Schools, who will be interviewed from 5:30-6:45. /Filter /FlateDecode She is a leader in the SHS National Honor Society and has won eight P.R.I.D.E Awards for dedication, respect and integrity over the four years of high school. /Subtype /Form (Rebecca S. Gratz for Nebraska Examiner). "The Flint Community Schools Board of Education has appointed Kevelin Jones interim superintendent to replace Anita Steward, who resigned as the district's superintendent earlier today. He said he just wanted to make sure it wasnt happening here.. She has taken dual enrollment classes, while at SHS and is presently enrolled in two classes at Southeast Community College-Career Academy Marketing and Career Academy Public Speaking, both through the Career Academy Partnership. Photo; L-R included SHS Sophomores Ben Nottingham, Maya Hubach, Esten Johnsen, Marisa Schmeckpeper, Kallie Zitek, June Lagaz Carrasco of Spain (the SHS International Student) and Trevor Menke-SHS History and Government teacher. Seward Public Schools 410 South Street Seward, NE 68434 District Office: 402.643.2941 Bus Garage: 402.643.6069 Elementary: 402.643.2968 Middle School: . The school boards are using different consultants to assist in the searches: Millard is using Ray and Associates of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Lincoln is using Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates. GH Spring Picture Day. /Type /Pages x]r7}hl)BKx4xz["f767Id(T*d"ds7/j3 vl^Uy_pk]t05\/y_Wum/{cF{\7{3>czu}sxvoN.#}{Wqg]1CwS#Z?!/W3S5~?apv]_*;A7w{Z?kvY# She was presented with a bag of Rotary information and mementos, a Rotary Book Scholarship and a special Rotary Club banner. LILY SMITH, THE. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB /ImageC /ImageI] Clear, with a low around 36. Seward Elementary School serves over 540 students. Congratulations, Dr. Fields! You have permission to edit this article. /Length 64 She has served as the Junior Leader Secretary, Community Service Chair and spearheaded many community service activities involving the local Seward County Junior Leaders-such as many local cemetery clean-up days and creating and sharing care packages for the First Responders. All other inquiries: office@sewardindependent.com, by Jill Martin About. Get our local education coverage delivered directly to your inbox. Her Service Above Self Community Service hours center on her FFA and 4-H Junior Leader Community Service activities fielding over 50 hours of community service with Junior Leaders alone! /Length 10 Kool-Aid Man statue now greeting guests at Nebraska museum, Nonprofit gives advice ahead of upcoming mayoral election, Nebraska troopers catch driver going over 100 mph twice in one morning, Motorcyclist killed in northeast Lincoln crash, Nebraska man accused of dunking 3-month-old's head under scalding hot water, 9 South CharGrill in Lincoln closes after 18 years of service, Nebraska pet owners could save thousands of dollars with newly signed bill, Pioneers Park Nature Center in Lincoln hosting 60th anniversary celebration, Visually impaired Lincoln artist teaches to inspire and advocate for inclusiveness, Midday Interview: 'Jagged Little Pill' opens at Lied Center. (WOWT) The Millard Public Schools Board unanimously approved Dr. John Schwartz as the new superintendent during a meeting Thursday. Our District - Administration - Superintendent; Dropdown Toggle Our District - Staff Directory. /Contents [11 0 R 14 0 R 12 0 R] /ExtGState /Length 10 Sutfin announced in October that he will retire after this school year. There were three teachers from SHS assisting with this event. Breezy, with a north northwest wind 15 to 20 mph decreasing to 8 to 13 mph after midnight. Areas of frost after 4am. How can schools allow this to happen?. Multiple Schools (Away), Soccer: Boys Varsity Districts vs Away vs. Read More. The Parade of Flags - Cleaning up the grounds and replacing flags that required a fresh flag. >> 5 0 obj Go to Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment Curriculum and Staff Development Director. The Lincoln school board is looking to replace Superintendent Steve Joel, who is retiring. He has previously worked as an assistant superintendent, a high school principal, and an assistant principal for the Papillion-La Vista, Bellevue, and Seward School Districts. (WOWT) The Millard Public Schools Board unanimously approved Dr. John Schwartz as the new superintendent during a meeting Thursday. << Please subscribe to keep reading. The GFWC NFWC is the official affiliate member of the General Federation of Womens Clubs (GFWC) for the State of Nebraska. North wind 5 to 15 mph. stream She plans to attend in South Dakota State and Major in Nursing and Minor in Spanish. We ask that you edit only for style or to shorten, provide proper attribution and link to our web site. In addition to his work with PK-12 public schools, Dr. Schwartz is an adjunct graduate instructor for Doane University. Josh Fields is a Superintendent at Seward Public Schools based in Seward, Nebraska. Nebraska Examiner maintains editorial independence. 13 0 obj Brenna was recognized and thanked for her successful career at SHS and serving as a role model for many over the years at Seward High. Anyone interested in observing can watch in person at the MPS administration building, located at 5606 S. 147th Street; or online via a Zoom conference. They want to know whether their tax dollars are being well-spent, whether state agencies and local governments are responsive to the people and whether officials, programs and policies are working for the common good. xS**T037U0 A#9WA? 12 0 obj Both the Lincoln and Millard districts the states second- and third-largest in enrollment behind Omaha Public Schools are in the hunt for new superintendents. /a0 Breezy, with a north northwest wind 15 to 20 mph decreasing to 8 to 13 mph after midnight. Jennifer Vidrine -- Business Manager. Earlier Monday, Bostelman had said he had even heard from some Millard-area parents that a student, dressed as a cat, had asked for a litter box, and when that request was denied, had defecated on a floor. /Matrix [1 0 0 1 0 0] 8 0 obj Children are eligible to begin kindergarten if they turn 5 years of age by July 31, 2023. /Matrix [1 0 0 1 0 0] Contact. field59.ipo = { xS**T037U0 A#9WA? Website Navigation Amanda Taylor -- Instructional Supervisor. Millard school board announces three superintendent finalists, all from Nebraska districts. Josh Fields's Phone Number and Email. stream News: scinews@sewardindependent.com /MediaBox [0 0 612 792] Thompson earned her bachelors degree in special education and masters and doctorate degrees in educational administration at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Hastings Sen. Steve Halloran said he has also heard it was a problem at Adams Central schools in his district. /Filter /FlateDecode His retirement will end eight years as superintendent and 33 years in education. endobj Seward Elementary is now enrolling students for our 2023-2024 school year! Timothy DeWaard, 56, was. Fields was among &hellip; Interested candidates will need to obtain or. This item is available in full to subscribers. The incidents took place over several months, with the alleged victim telling investigators he felt he had to do this or he would fail out of school, according to court documents. . /Type /XObject /Matrix [1 0 0 1 0 0] In 2012, Fields was hired as director of curriculum and staff development for Seward Public Schools, and in 2017 he was selected superintendent. She enjoys music and performing and has been a leader in the SHS Show Choir for the last three years. She is a qualified Microsoft Office User Specialist through her classes at SHS. /Subtype /Form Timothy DeWaard, 56, was originally charged with felony child abuse but has now plead no contest to Attempted Child Abuse. North wind 5 to 15 mph. You can cancel at any time. Our stories may be republished online or in print under Creative Commons license CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. >> SEWARD Greg Barnes, superintendent at Bertrand Community School since 1999, has been hired as the new superintendent for Seward Public Schools. Wellness center committee looks at cost savings, City of Milford explores funding for water treatment facility, 129 S. 6th Street Seward, NE 68434 >> . /ca 1 North northwest wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. We have recently launched a new and improved website. DeWaard also touched the boys inner thighs, according to the document. Fields has been superintendent in Seward since 2017. endstream Default Staff Template: Seward DEIJ Policy | Ethics Policy | Privacy Policy. /Parent 26 0 R Dr. Schwartz will start with Millard in July, following the retirement of superintendent, Dr. Sutfin, at the end of June. June SAT Registration Deadline. "We've been short for over a year, and so,. She will also be recognized as one of the ten Youth Rotarians for this school year at the local SHS Honors Night on May 8th, where they will select and honor one student as the Seward Youth Rotarian of the Year. Multiple Schools (Away), Baseball: Varsity District Tournament vs Norris, TBA (Away), Soccer: Girls Varsity Sub-State vs TBD, TBD (Away), Baseball: Varsity District Tournament vs TBD, TBD (Away), Soccer: Boys Varsity Sub-State vs TBD, TBD (Away), Track: Varsity District Meet vs Away vs. Thompson is scheduled to appear before the Lincoln board Friday night. /Filter /FlateDecode stream << /Filter /FlateDecode the SHS Honors Day in May. Our District - Staff Directory - Axthelm, Jamie; . The students included SHS Sophomores Ben Nottingham, Maya Hubach, Esten Johnsen, Marisa Schmeckpeper, Kallie Zitek, June Lagaz Carrasco of Spain (the SHS International Student) and Trevor Menke-SHS History and Government teacher. Public interviews are planned for next Thursday, Feb. 10. Her Service Above Self volunteer hours center around the many SHS Cheer Kids Clinics and Concessions, the SHS Dance Team Kids Clinics and Concession work and her hours being part of the volunteer efforts and projects of the SHS FBLA. % By SYLVIA HUI April 26, 2023. The board advertised that the salary will be in the range of $270,000, plus a compensation package, with final salary dependent on experience, qualifications and meeting the boards criteria for the job. Its an ugly rumor, said Shawn Scott, the superintendent Adams Central, which issued a statement on Feb. 18 shooting down the rumor. Academics are important to Brenna, as she has a 3.8 GPA and been a member of the SHS Honor Roll 15 times during her high school career. . >> stream Natalie attends The Rock Lutheran Church here in Seward. ADMINISTRATION. DE hjc>%Tx%J .~73Kl8qm;C O74U!s^~vY wf|LonxNjX$UN3=sOW)BLUoMOIiD3i2j')Uu^S7Ti 1lUp+it]DA-0]U%%I_irsfpR*8/K?_z{|_V7SWW'e>' qhn[;B According to her rsum, she previously worked for Beatrice Public Schools as a special education teacher, special education and staff development coordinator, director of student programs and interim superintendent. The Nebraska Examiner is a nonprofit, independent news source committed to providing news, scoops and reports important to our state. Millard Board unanimously approves new superintendent, Omaha golf course remains closed after truck crashes into clubhouse, Man arrested at West Omaha apartment after allegedly stabbing mother in head, Judge blocks Missouri rule that would limit transgender care, Woman bites corrections officers face after transported to jail, police say, Offutt Air Force Base to conduct training exercise, Portion of Omahas Keystone Trail to close throughout May. << This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Florida Union Free School District. To aid in your planning, click on the link below to view the calendar. Free Tools . We offer a PK-4 Elementary Building, 5-8 Middle School, and a 9-12 High School. She will again be recognized at. Members of the Lincoln school board are holding public interviews with four finalists this week.

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