August News
Elkhorn High School
From the Desk of Mark Schroeder, Principal
Elkhorn High School Parents,
Welcome back! We are excited to welcome students back to EHS for the 2021-2022 school year. Our building and grounds have seen some renovations this summer and now all that is left is to get this place packed with kids! The last 18 months have been a challenge for everyone, and I cannot fully express how excited we are to continue to navigate how we can safely involve students in the classroom, in activities, and as spectators at events. Now is the perfect opportunity for me to thank our parents for their continued partnership in helping our students successfully conquer the challenges presented to them in high school.
One item I wanted to put on your radar is the upcoming EHS Back to School Open House and Activities Fair, which will be held from 12:00pm-6:00pm on Thursday, August 5th, 2021 up here at Elkhorn High.
A few notes on this:
On Monday, August 2nd, families will receive an email from the district with instructions for how to complete back to school registration for Powerschool and activities. Please follow those instructions and have your student’s information updated on PS to help ensure we are ready to support them when they return to school.
Your student’s schedule will be available at EHS on Thursday, August 5th from noon-6 pm if you have completed the back to school online forms. If you are not able to pick up the schedule on that day, you may come to the high school any day after to pick it up--as long as you have filled out the online paperwork.
Schedule changes are very limited. However, if your child would like to request a schedule change, please have them do the following:
Students will be emailed a link from their counselor on August 5th, complete it no later than August 9th at 3:30 pm.
Counselors will email the students and let them know if they need to take any additional steps. Changes in year long classes and level changes may require additional meetings and consultation.
The first day of school will host our Freshmen in the morning (8:10-11:24) and the upperclassmen in the afternoon (12:30-3:20). More specific information will be communicated prior to Day One.
Students will receive the following information at the Back To School Open House and Activities Fair on August 5th, 2021 from 12:00pm-6:00pm:
2021-22 Course Schedules
First Day of School Schedule
Building Map
Activities Contact List
Up-to-Date District COVID protocols
Assigned Lunch Locations/Times
District Calendar
Activity Passes ($35 student/$55 adult) can be purchased online or in person and picked up
Parking passes if needed
At this time, students will also take their School Photos through Lifetouch, please follow THIS LINK if you wish to order pictures through Lifetouch online. Our school Picture Day ID is: EVTGMHXFF
Students will be invited to take a self-guided tour of EHS at this time in order to help familiarize themselves with the building.
A number of EHS activities will also have stands open at this time to help students get involved in EHS!
Also, please review EPS Return to School Protocols. *Please note that these are the protocols as of late July and may be subject to change based upon the recommendations of local health officials.
We cannot wait to see your students again. There has obviously been a lot in the news regarding disruptions to school this year, but we remain steadfastly committed to giving EHS students one of the best educational experiences in the state!
Bussing Schedule -- First Day ONLY!
PLEASE NOTE: Full bus routes will run as normal at the BEGINNING of the school day (8:00-8:10 a.m. drop off) and the END of the school day (3:20 p.m. pick up). Additionally, freshman bus students will be taken home at 11:30 a.m., after their 1/2 day First Day schedule.
Should a transportation need arise, please contact EHS at 402-289-4239.
Looking Ahead! Please mark your calendars.
August 17, Classes Resume
September 6, Labor Day, No School
September 28 - 29, Early Dismissal and Parent Teacher Conferences
September 30, Teacher In-service, No School
October 1, No School
October 22, Teacher In-service, No School
EPS District Calendar- Teacher Assistants for the 2021-22 school year. If you're looking for a position with a family-friendly schedule that follows the school year calendar, a supportive work environment, and competitive pay starting at $15.65, apply today at https://bit.ly/3gJox9Q.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Inquiries concerning the application of the Elkhorn Public Schools’ policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Executive Director of Personnel, 20650 Glenn Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022, (402)289-2579.