LPS Focus Programs
a customized high school experience rooted in connection and opportunities
Over 25 Years of Students Choosing their Own Journey
Our first focus program was the Science Focus Program, formerly known as “Zoo School,” which we founded in 1997. Since then, we have expanded to nearly a dozen opportunities, allowing our scholars to choose their passions, communities and futures
Upcoming Events
8th–11th grade students and families are encouraged to come to our open house October 3, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Southwest High School (map).
Fill out the interest form for more specific program updates.
Come learn about one of our new focus programs. This event will be at The Bay (2005 Y Street).
Stop by 643 S. 25th Street to learn more about one of LPS’s original focus programs.
Located on Southeast Community College campus at 8800 O Street, TCA offers students an opportunity to pursue 16 different career pathways. Contact TCA Director Josh Jones at jjones7@lps.org for a link to the virtual session.
Stop by 1222 S. 27th Street to learn more about one of LPS’s original focus programs located inside the Lincoln Children’s Zoo.
Located on Southeast Community College campus at 8800 O Street, TCA offers students an opportunity to pursue 16 different career pathways.
Learn about one of our new focus programs embedded at Northwest High School. Contact Director Jason States at jason.states@bryanhealth.org for a Zoom link.
Located at Northeast High School (2635 N. 63rd Street), learn about this program designed to educate and train high school students in citizenship, character, and self-discipline while promoting community service and instilling personal responsibility.
Our Mission
The mission of Lincoln Public Schools Focus Programs is to engage students by customizing their high school experience to explore their passions, guide them to graduation and match their skills with global opportunities.
Our Values
Our values are exploration, education, engagement and empowerment.
Exploration
We encourage students to explore their passions.
Education
We educate our students about the paths they choose and equip them with the tools they need to be successful.
Engagement
We want students to engage with their peers, our staff and the community to open opportunities for learning and networking.
Empowerment
We strive to empower students allowing them to make decisions to develop skills and knowledge for their future success.
Have questions? Please contact us at focusprograms@lps.org
Choose your journey — explore a LPS Focus Program
Our focus programs offer several experiential learning choices for our students, including career exploration and research experience. Some also offer college credit.
Ready to Choose Your Own Path?
Request more information with our Interest Form or start your adventure now by Applying. Have more questions? Contact us.
Complete Our Interest Form | Email us at focusprograms@lps.org
