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Julie Frederick: Nebraska School Nurses Association 2023 Excellence in School Nursing Administrator Award

Background In June 2023, Lincoln Public Schools Health Services Coordinator Julie Frederick received the 2023 Excellence in School Nursing Administrator Award from the Nebraska School Nurses Association. The purpose of the award is to recognize the contributions of school nurse administrators who have demonstrated leadership and excellence in the practice of school nursing. Explanation Julie […]

Andrea Phillips: 2023 Nebraska School Social Worker of the Year by the School Social Work Association of Nebraska

Background In April 2023, Lincoln Public Schools Social Work Coordinator Andrea Phillips was named the 2023 Nebraska School Social Worker of the Year by the School Social Work Association of Nebraska. This honor is awarded each year to a school social worker in the state who exemplifies the hard work and dedication of the school […]

Kyle Poore: 2023 Emerging Industry Leader Award by National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4)

Background In June 2023, Kyle Poore was named a 2023 Emerging Industry Leader by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4). NCS4 is an academic center devoted to the study and practice of sports safety and security at the University of Southern Mississippi. The center’s Emerging Industry Leader Award recognizes a young […]

Adams Elementary School honored as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education

Background Adams Elementary School was recently honored by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. Honored schools are chosen based on their overall academic performance and their progress in closing achievement gaps. Explanation The U.S. Department of Education has named Adams Elementary School as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. […]

Humann Elementary School honored as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education

Background Humann Elementary School was recently honored by the U.S. Department of Education as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. Honored schools are chosen based on their overall academic performance and their progress in closing achievement gaps. Explanation The U.S. Department of Education has named Humann Elementary School as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. […]

Coral Su: 2022 Nebraska Chinese Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska International Language Association (NILA) and the Chinese Language Teachers of America – Nebraska Chapter (CLTA-NE)

Background North Star High School teacher Coral Su was honored as the 2022 Chinese Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska International Language Association (NILA) and the Chinese Language Teachers of America – Nebraska Chapter (CLTA-NE).The Nebraska International Languages Association is a professional organization dedicated to the support and promotion of the teaching of languages […]

Sara Parkening: 2022 Nebraska French Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska International Language Association (NILA) and the Nebraska Association of Teachers of French (NATF)

Background Pound Middle School French teacher Sara Parkening was honored as the 2022 Nebraska French Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska International Language Association (NILA) and the Nebraska Association of Teachers of French (NATF).The Nebraska International Languages Association is a professional organization dedicated to the support and promotion of the teaching of languages in […]

Kenny Cope— 2022 Nebraska Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year by SHAPE Nebraska

Background Fredstrom Elementary School Physical Education teacher Kenny Cope was named the 2022 Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Nebraska Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE Nebraska). SHAPE Nebraska is a state affiliate of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. SHAPE’s mission is to promote healthy lifestyles […]

Janine Marker — 2022 Nebraska Preschool Paraeducator of the Year Award by Nebraska Department of Education

Background Janine Marker served as a preschool paraeducator at Fredstrom Elementary School prior to becoming the schools’ registrar. Recently, Janine was named the 2022 Nebraska Preschool Paraeducator of the Year by the Nebraska Department of Education. Explanation Each year, the Nebraska Department of Education recognizes paraeducators who demonstrate the highest standard of performance in carrying […]

Tommy Bender — National Council of Teachers of English 2022 High School Teacher of Excellence, and Nebraska English Language Arts Council 2022-23 English Teacher of the Year

Background Tommy Bender, Southeast High School English teacher, was recently honored with two awards during the 36th Annual Plum Creek Literacy Festival. Bender was named 2022 High School Teacher of Excellence by the National Council of Teachers of English, and Nebraska English Language Arts Council 2022-2023 English Teacher of the Year. Explanation Southeast High School […]

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