The Patriot Press
May 2019
Mission Statement
Building upon the proud tradition of our diverse community at Millard South High School, we guarantee each student develops and demonstrates personal, social, and academic excellence through world-class opportunities while creating a family of Patriots.
Administrative Team
Mrs. Heidi Weaver, Principal
Mr. Matt Geerts, 9th Grade
Mrs. Michelle Klug, 10th Grade
Mrs. Michaela Wragge, 11th Grade
Mr. Andy Pinkall, 12th Grade
Mr. Steve Throne, Athletic Director
Board of Education
Mr. Mike Pate
Mrs. Linda Poole
Ms. Amanda McGill Johnson
Mr. Dave Anderson
Mr. Mike Kennedy
Mrs. Stacy Jolley
Dr. Jim Sutfin, Superintendent
May Upcoming Events
May 6-17 Advanced Placement Exams
May 9 & 10 Cap and Gown Distribution
May 21 - Seniors Honors Night/Senior Art Show 7:00PM
May 21-22 Senior Final Exams
May 22 - Seniors Last Day
May 24 - Graduation Rehearsal
May 25 - MS Graduation @ UNO Baxter Area 9:00AM
May 29 - B Day Final Exams for 9, 10 & 11 graders
May 30 - A Day Final Exams for 9, 10, & 11 graders
May 31 - Last 1/2 day of school for 9th, 10th & 11th grades
STUDENTS
Last Day of School
1/2 day for students - morning only
Breakfast served/NO lunch served
Dismissal for high school is 11:30AM
Dismissal for middle school is 11:15AM
Dismissal for elementary is 12:00 noon
Friday, May 31st - A&B Day Schedule
A2 - 8:27 - 8:49AM
A3 - 8:54 - 9:16AM
A4 - 9:21 - 9:43AM
B1 - 9:48 - 10:10AM
B2 - 10:15 - 10:37AM
B3 - 10:42 - 11:14AM
B4 - 11:08 - 11:30AM
Nurse's Notes
Millard South High School will not store any medications over the summer break. If your student has any medication/s in the health room, it will be sent home with them during the last few weeks of the school year. All medication needs to be picked before the end of the school day on May 31, 2019. Any medication that is not picked up by this time will be appropriately discarded. If you have any questions, please contact the school nurse at 402-715-8266.
Thank you
10th Grade Screening for Next School Year
In accordance with the Nebraska State Statute, #173 NAC 7, the Millard Public Schools is required to conduct non-diagnostic health screens to all enrolled 10th grade students. Millard South is scheduled for September 18, 2019. Click here for more information.
Meeting with the Mayor
Laura Spieler and Abbey Dyer presented to the mayor, with their group, a PSA video on suicide and depression.
Calculus: The Musical! and 2019 UNO Calculus Bee
Finalists from Millard South
Patriot Pride Student Drawing
#Tyler Antoniak, #Corrine Barham, #Cameron Bennett-Selph, #Jasmine Cruz, #Shane Foote, #Blake Heywood, #Deikun Iwen, *Kellie Jacobsen, #Haley Johnson, #Nyasia Jones, #Cody Kerfoot, #Austin McCasland, #Vivianna Metzler, #Juan Carlos Meza, #Kenley Montagne, #Carly Renken, #Areli Salazar, #Garrett Spencer, #Megan Wardell, #Elijah, Wright
*Students with perfect attendance, no referrals for behavior, and good grades.
#Students displaying Acts of #TPW
ATHLETICS
Athletic Booster Club
The Millard South Booster Club is a great organization that helps support Millard South athletics. We are always looking for additional members who promote Millard South with pride and enthusiasm. For additional information, call the Activities Office.
2018-2019 Booster Club Pass Information
For additional information,
email millardsouthabc@gmail.com or go to www.patriotboosters.org
SENIORS
Stay up to date on all senior deadlines by visiting the senior website!
STAFF
Staff Extra Mile Award
Parents, students or school employees may nominate a Millard South staff member for this award. Those nominated must go above and beyond what would be expected. Nominations can be submitted by clicking on the link below and is also on the Millard South website. Please tell why this person deserves this award. Give examples of how the individual goes above and beyond his or her normal duties. Awards are presented at the end of the school year.
Round of Applause!
Congratulations to the staff recognized for “Going Above and Beyond!” Staff members submitted names to be entered into the monthly faculty meeting drawing. This is the list of names of ALL staff members from April's drawing.
Parents
Parent Access Line Messaging Options
Locked out of IC and the MPS App? Reach out to your PAL! The Parent Access Line for login and password help for the MPS App and Infinite Campus. 402.715.8000 and MillardPAL@mpsomaha.org
Want to keep up with your student’s grades online? Call your PAL, the Parent Access Line, for your login and password for the MPS App and Infinite Campus. 402.715.8000 and MillardPAL@mpsomaha.org
Need your login and password information for the MPS App and Infinite Campus? Your PAL has it! Get in touch with the Parent Access Line today at 402.715.8000.
Project Harmony
Online Safety will be presented on August 8. Space is limited; to register, visit
www.projectharmony.com and click on the training calendar under the training tab.