The mission of Omaha North High Magnet School is to

prepare all students for success in life-long studies and careers.

On Thursday, September 26th Advanced Art students and their instructors Mr. Parker and Ms. Buckley visited the UNO Art Gallery to experience the art of Holocaust survivor Samuel Bak. Paintings of his emotional experiences have been exhibited all over the world since 1959. Students were given the opportunity to be involved in a question and answer session with the artist himself.

Laughter and the smell of meatloaf and permeated the third floor hallway Thursday as the #AdultingClub learned how to make a “from scratch” microwave dinner. Under the planning of Senior Jakayla Franklin and Sophomore Georgia LeClair, the #AdultingClub is off to a strong start. With Jay Witty, Wilderness Survival Instructor, some students started the year learning basic First Aid. Then they began a service project for Little Dresses for Africa, learning to machine sew and small hand-finishing skills. They will complete the project, and add to their skill sets, as the year progresses. This past week students met for dinner – made from scratch in the microwaves! And, as true adults!, they even learned how to compromise when a vital ingredient was forgotten. “I wouldn’t say it’s great, but it’s not bad,” said Amauri Terry, of the banana that replaced the egg in the meatloaf. As leftovers were packed up for lunches, they decided on the next course of events. If you’re an adult and have an awesome skill you’d like to share, please feel free to contact Mrs. Witty. Anyone is welcome to join the #AdultingClub! Watch posters for places and dates.

AP exam registration begins Monday, September 16 and will close on Friday, October 18. The exams take place over a two week period in May. This is an opportunity for students to earn college credit for their Advanced Placement courses. Exams cost $98. The cost is $25 for students qualifying the free/reduced lunch program. If you are dual enrolled in an AP course, the dual enrollments fees cover the cost of the exam. Please go to https://www.TotalRegistration.net/AP/281720 to register and pay online! Contact April Martin at april.martin@ops.org with questions.

https://ecmp.nebraska.gov/CCPE-ACE/Account/Login. Contact April Martin at april.martin@ops.org with questions.

What is Job Corp?

A free training and education program where you learn a trade and can earn your high school diploma at the same time.

What trades are taught?

There is a variety to choose from! It includes: welding, CNA, pharmacy tech, machining, painting, landscaping, dental assistant, culinary arts, computer tech, accounting, truck driving, office administration, etc.

What are some benefits of it?

Students will live on campus. Depending on the trade, you can finish in 6 months - 2 years. Upon graduation, students will receive a bonus!

To apply, you must be at least 16 years old.

Visit the website for more information: www.jobcorps.gov

If interested, see Mrs. Daniels in the GRC or email laterra.daniels@ops.org

Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program provides mental health services to students. Confidential counseling is provided by an experienced, licensed, master’s-level mental health practitioner in office space provided by Omaha North High Magnet School. Acceptable forms of payment include Medicaid, private insurance or self-pay. Foundation and payment plans are available. No one will be denied services due to inability to pay.

The Methodist Hospital Community Counselor at Omaha North High Magnet School is Roxanne Wayne. Roxanne has been working with youth and families in the mental health field, for over 15 years. She works with youth and adults in many areas such as anxiety, depression, developing healthy coping skills, resolving family issues, grief and loss, anger and stress management.

If you have any questions, or would like more information about the Community Counseling Program, please call Roxanne at (402) 557-3482.

Roxanne Wayne MS, LIMHP

Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner

Scheduling Appointments and Vacations

• Remember that there are about 180 school days out of 365 total days in the year. Families are encouraged to take vacations during the ten weeks of summer vacation, two weeks near the holidays, or over the week break in the spring.

• Schedule appointments after school hours or on the weekend. If you need to schedule an appointment during school hours, consult the school calendar to choose a day when students have the day off.

What is the Pre-ACT Test? The Pre-ACT test simulates the ACT testing experience within a shorter test window on all four ACT test subjects: English, math, reading and science. Predicts future success on the ACT test, and provides both current achievement and projected future ACT test scores on the 1-36 ACT score scale.

Who takes the test? Sophomores Only

When is the test? Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Who should I contact if I have questions about the Pre-ACT test? Contact Lynn Smith, Assistant Principal (Data) via email at lynn.smith@ops.org or by phone at 402.557.3413

October 4th-Homecoming Game/Parade (Omaha North vs. Papillion-La Vista South)

October 5th-Homecoming Dance

Oct 10 - Parent Teacher Conferences

October 18-AP Exam Registration Closes

Oct 22nd-Pre-ACT

October 24th-Pre-ACT Make-up

October 5th.........Omaha North Homecoming Dance

October 10th........Parent-Teacher Conferences

October 11th........1/2 Day Teacher Work Day

Oct. 22nd........Pre-ACT Test (Sophomores Only)

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities and employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to accept allegations regarding non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 (402-557-2001). The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming St, Omaha, NE 68131 (402-557-2790).