Omaha Public Schools Foundation is hiring applicants for full and part-time positions for their Kids Club Program. We offer competitive wages, pleasant surroundings, and an opportunity to work with enthusiastic children. Visit the link below to learn more and apply.
Jackson Elementary started a theater program in 2022 in cooperation with Omaha Performing Arts and Disney Musicals in Schools! The mission of Disney Musicals in schools is to develop a sustainable theater program in Elementary Schools. We began last year by selling tickets to our show, doing a bake sale in December and selling concessions at our show in March. This year we plan to do the same fundraisers, add a costume sale in September and sell concessions at some other school events. We also want to raise funding to take our student participants to see the Broadway version of The Lion King at the Orpheum theater in March!
If you would like to help us get started with our current production Aladdin, or donate for student tickets to see the Lion King- please consider making a donation below! We’d also love to see you at our show on March 1st or 2nd at Jackson Elementary! Links to tickets will be available in January.
Based on the iconic animated film, with an Academy Award-winning score by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, Disney’s Aladdin KIDS is sure to send audiences soaring on a flying carpet ride filled with romance and adventure. When the street urchin, Aladdin, vies for the attention of the beautiful princess, Jasmine, he uses a genie’s magic power to become a prince in order to marry her. Iago, Jafar, the Genie, and more are here in Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem and the power of love. Specific to Disney’s Aladdin KIDS are the Djinn, a group of unique stage magicians who execute the magical moments of the show.
The shows are March 1 and 2 at 6:30pm at Jackson Elementary in the Gym. The door to the gym (back side of the school) will be the entry door and the door will “open” at 6:00pm. Tickets will go on sale in January and ALL tickets will be held at will call.
The Omaha Public Schools Winter Arts program looks to engage color guard students in all high schools through full year instead of just the summer and fall. By combining schools and resources, we are able to bring an activity to parts of the OPS community that historically have had little to no participation as well as creating a collaborative space for students to develop connections and relationships with their peers throughout the district.
We anticipate the cost of the season will range from $150 to $200 per student, which we do not ask them to pay out of pocket. Any little bit can help ensure that this activity can flourish within our community.
Show your support. Purchase merchandise. 15% of all proceeds benefit the Winter Arts.
I Love Public Schools is committed to building pride and support for public education, one story at a time. Our platform highlights the impactful narratives of schools today, showcasing the dedication and achievements of teachers and staff. We aim to elevate the visibility of public education, celebrate the exceptional individuals within it, and foster a strong sense of community pride in our public schools. Join us in sharing these stories and amplifying the voices that make our educational system thrive.
“I Love Public Schools” is a personal declaration of commitment to the success of all our kids.
Your support is imperative. Our public schools educate more than 90 percent of Nebraska’s students and provide specialized services for all children, regardless of their school. With politically-charged attacks, threats of disinvestment, and privatization, the challenges for Nebraska’s public schools and the services they provide are greater than ever.
We are inviting people to support a shared vision — celebrating the critical role our public schools play in a thriving society.
The Omaha Public Schools Foundation is recognized as a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. It is incorporated under Nebraska Law as a nonprofit corporation. No administrative fees are taken and 100% of your donation will be allocated to the I Love Public Schools Campaign.
Send your check made out to the “Omaha Public Schools Foundation” to:
Omaha Public Schools Foundation
Attention: I Love Public Schools
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Omaha, NE 68131
Our mission is to promote inclusion and communication with students who are nonverbal through purposeful and interactive activities with JP Lord School and partnering neighborhood organizations.
Our vision is to build a community of reciprocity which promotes inclusion, provides peer models, and sparks new learning so that all participants grow and bloom to their potential.
JP Lord School is the first school building in North America built specifically for children with severe physical and cognitive delays. It has a fully accessible gym, cafeteria, and stage. There is also a sensory room, and therapy pool for students to enjoy. JP Lord School is in the process of developing a sensory playground and community garden. The sensory rich school, playground, and garden is the perfect tapestry for community involvement, and will allow JP Lord students and neighboring friends to discover together, the unique benefits of an outreach program whose curriculum promotes inclusion and communication with non-verbal students.
JP Lord students have severe cognitive and physical disabilities and need a self-contained school so specialized staff can focus on meeting the needs of each individual child. Creating opportunities for role models who are non-disabled to participate in the program, would build diversity into the school and be more representative of the inclusive school setting the district promotes.
Many people do not know how to appropriately communicate with people who are non verbal. A program at school that encourages community involvement will provide unique opportunities for people to connect and interact with non-verbal students in a purposeful and meaningful way and can have a far-reaching impact in our community.
The community needs JP Lord. Bringing the community into JP Lord provides the unique opportunity for leadership and communication for students with an ambassador program with teachers modeling communication for community friends.Neighboring Friends also provides opportunities to address the lack of programs for special needs adults. Previous students can participate in activities which will give the community opportunities to engage with disabled people of all ages.
A donation to Neighboring Friends will support visits from community performers in music, theatre, and dance ; storytelling, literature and book projects; visual arts projects led by artists in painting, clay, collage and more; gardening projects; appreciation for the staff…and so much more.
Please consider a donation to Neighboring Friends!
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In the heart of our school lies Timberwolf Park, a place where laughter echoes and dreams take flight. Yet, amidst the towering trees and swaying grass, there’s a small corner waiting to blossom into a haven for our little ones—the early childhood area. As the sun rises and sets, it calls out for a playground, a vibrant space where young imaginations can soar and friendships can bloom.
At the heart of our mission lies a simple belief: every child deserves a space to play, explore, and grow. It’s not just about swings and slides; it’s about creating an environment where our youngest adventurers can build resilience, develop social skills, and unleash their boundless creativity. A playground isn’t just a structure—it’s a gateway to a world of possibilities.
Now is the time to rally together, to transform this vision into reality. With your support, we can breathe life into the early childhood area of Timberwolf Park, creating a playground that will be cherished for generations to come. Every swing set, every climbing frame, and every laughter-filled moment will be a testament to our commitment to nurturing the potential of our community’s children.
Join us in this journey. Your voice, your passion, and your generosity can make a difference. Together, let’s pave the way for brighter futures and joyful memories. Together, let’s build a playground where dreams take flight.
Take action today. Share our mission, spread the word, and lend your support however you can. Together, we can create a world of wonder for our little adventurers at Timberwolf Park. Let’s make it happen.