September 6, 2016
Schools participating in this new program will provide environmental education opportunities for their students while exploring ways to reduce the environmental impact of their building.
August 25, 2016
Two schools in Lincoln Public Schools were recognized for their outstanding recycling efforts by the Keep Nebraska Beautiful Awards at their luncheon.
August 22, 2016
As we kick off another school year, we can also take this time celebrate the success of the 2015-16 school year. The LPS Recycling Program was once again available in all LPS facilities. This program allows our staff and students to recycle materials from 5 categories: Mixed Office Paper, Cardboard, Plastic & Aluminum, Newspaper & Magazines, and Tin Cans. Environmental […]
July 25, 2016
Everett Elementary School has recently reestablished a small garden in its outdoor space and is planning to grow the size of the garden along with an outdoor classroom. A new walking track, completed this summer, is just the first phase of the multi-year project to rehabilitate the nearly 40-year-old outdoor area. When completed, Everett students […]
July 25, 2016
The Mickle Middle School garden was established in 2010 and is currently thriving. The Mickle garden is home to many unique features, including multiple raised beds, a hoophouse for year-round production, and a pollinator garden installed by the Nebraska Wildlife Federation. Over the years, elements have been added to the garden to add unique educational […]
July 25, 2016
Community, education, and the great outdoors all come together in the Prescott Elementary Community Park. Beginning in 2010, the school worked with the Nature Explore organization to create a Certified Outdoor Classroom at Prescott Park, which also serves as the students’ playground. Prescott was able to the incredible outdoor space they have today by utilizing […]