The Seat Beside You is a video-series with the premise that behind every student at LPS, there’s a story…there’s a whole world. And with a better understanding of the person in the seat beside you, the stronger our schools and community become.

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"Eid al-Fitr" Mostafa is a Muslim Lincoln Public Schools student and he wants to show you an Eid al-Fitr ceremony. Eid al-Fitr is the end of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast throughout the day. Mostafa tells us about fasting, Ramadan and why his Islamic faith, friends and family are important to him.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr

"Eid al-Fitr" Mostafa is a Muslim Lincoln Public Schools student and he wants to show you an Eid al-Fitr ceremony. Eid al-Fitr is the end…
5:37 min
Anna's Calling

Anna's Calling

Anna, a paraeducator and her student, Max, spend time together reading, drawing and playing with Max's stuffed animal, Jeffy.
4:06 min
Banku Boys

Banku Boys

A Ghanaian family teaches their sons about their culture through traditions, religion and food.
7:39 min
We're Still Here

We're Still Here

Two students discuss connecting with their Native American roots.
4:51 min
Ali's Beats

Ali's Beats

A young aspiring DJ artist who refuses to let his blindness become a barrier to his dreams and a teacher who helped make it possible.
6:30 min
The Power of Place

The Power of Place

Standing Bear High School staff learn about the culture and history of the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska in Niobrara.
7:32 min
Being Brianna

Being Brianna

Meet Brianna from Lincoln East! She has a unique drive and personality that helps her navigate each day. Brianna tells us what it is like…
6:02 min
Lily's Lesson

Lily's Lesson

A student at Lincoln East High School doesn't see herself reflected in the the curriculum, so she decides to enact some change that will impact…
7:17 min
Strings of Many Colors

Strings of Many Colors

You'll want to turn your speakers up for this one! On this episode of "The Seat Beside You," we shine a spotlight on Daniel Martinez,…
5:56 min
Derek and Diego

Derek and Diego

Derek and Diego became friends while hanging out at their school library but could not speak the same language. In order to bridge their language…
3:45 min
The Freight Farm

The Freight Farm

Learn about Heba, a student from Independence Academy, and a unique opportunity students have to learn about agriculture.
3:41 min
Tommy's Light

Tommy's Light

Tommy and his friends from Independence Academy help set up the annual Christmas zoo lights.
8:30 min
Ser Sal

Ser Sal

Also called Red Wednesday, come learn about the Yazidi New Year.
6 min
The Voices of English Language Learners Collection

The Voices of English Language Learners Collection

Students share about their culture and what it is like being a student at LPS.
3-6 min
The Dance of Naw

The Dance of Naw

Naw, a Karen student, is excited to show her friends a dance from her culture.
3 min
Gearheads

Gearheads

Students from Northeast Auto Club give free oil exchanges to help their community.
5:40 min
A Multicultural Celebration

A Multicultural Celebration

The second annual multicultural showcase from Northeast High.
4:53 min
The Mosaic Book Collection

The Mosaic Book Collection

Mosaic is a collection of stories about underrepresented cultures to provide awareness for teachers, students and families at LPS.
3:50 min
The Equity Cadre

The Equity Cadre

The LPS Equity Cadre is a student-led group focusing on issues of equity, awareness and change in our schools and community.
3:38 min
Community of Learners

Community of Learners

Unified students come together once a month at Southeast High to play games, share stories and have fun!
4:22 min
Bryan Community Garden

Bryan Community Garden

Students at Bryan Community Focus Program work toward giving their school a makeover with a garden.
7:40 min
Layla and Martinez

Layla and Martinez

The relationship between a teacher and a student who needed a “chance”.
6:18 min
The World of Lisbeth

The World of Lisbeth

An immigration story about a mother and daughter from Guatamala.
17 min
The My Reason Collection

The My Reason Collection

Head inside Schoo Middle School and hear about teachers powerful reason why they do what they do as educators.
5–6 min
The Pandemic Stories Collection

The Pandemic Stories Collection

During the global pandemic of 2020 teachers, staff, students and parents improvised to keep learning accessible. These are their stories.
5–8 min
We Will Not Be Silent

We Will Not Be Silent

The four-month journey of eight elementary school scholars and their teachers who guide them to deliver a moving performance during the middle of the pandemic…
53:02 min

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