THE LION'S ROAR!

October 11, 2022

A Message from our Pride Leader

A Message from our Pride Leader


Hello Norris Lions!

I hope that the first quarter of the school year has been exciting, fun, and most importantly, full of learning! I have so enjoyed getting to know your students, and many of your families so far this year, and look forward to all of the fun that the rest of the year will bring!


As a reminder, there is no school for students on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week. Our teachers will be hard at work at parent teacher conferences, professional development, and a work day to finalize report cards and prepare for the 2nd quarter. There is no staff in our school district who works harder than our Norris teachers!


Thank you for all you are doing to partner with teachers and help learning happen in school! We appreciate all that it takes to have your child at school every day, on time, and ready to learn!


Have a wonderful fall break, and we will see you on Monday!


Best,

Mrs. Dolezal, Principal

A Message from our Pride Leader
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

10/17/22 - Drop off your decorated pumpkin for judging - 7:30 - 8:00 AM (See Flyer)

10/17/22 - SAVE Program - 3:45 - 6:45 PM

10/19/22 - Pride Singers - 7:30 AM

10/19/22 - Student Council Meeting - 2:15 PM

10/19/22 - Raising Cane's Night - 4:00 - 7:00 PM (See Flyer)

10/20/22 - PTO Meeting - 6:00 PM

10/21/22 - FALL FESTIVAL - 5:30 - 8:00 PM (See info & sign-up links in PTO News)

10/24 - 10/28 - Red Ribbon Week (See Flyer)


Please note the updated calendar with additional teacher work days in November and March.

Click HERE for the NORRIS 2022/2023 Calendar.

Click HERE for the MPS 2022/2023 Calendar.

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
SAFETY PATROL

SAFETY PATROL

WEEK OF OCTOBER 17TH - OCTOBER 21ST

GRADY KELLY

GRAFTON NEVINS

LILI ALLEN

RYLEE COFFIN

SAFETY PATROL
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LUNCH MENU - OCTOBER

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October Positive Behavior in School Challenge!

All families are invited to participate in our October Positive Behavior in School Challenge!


https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jJaEsu8erMrFlLvpxQAxCqBdeHXmZ9R_/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106075296969892712984&rtpof=true&sd=true

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NORRIS PUMPKIN PATCH

We will be hosting our Annual Norris Pumpkin Patch on October 17-21.


This year rather than just teachers participating in making the pumpkins we are extending this out to our Norris Families! We are asking that each entry represent ONE Norris Family, not each individual student within a family. (EX. If you have 4 children here at Norris, you would only have 1 entry for the contest, not 4). You may make more than 1 pumpkin that ties in with your theme if you would like. Pumpkins can be dropped off on Monday morning, October 17, 2022, between 7:30 - 8:00AM! Participants, please watch your email for further drop-off/set up information.


During the week of October 17-21, teachers and students will be voting for their favorite pumpkin display by placing monetary donations in a collection can in front of each entry. Money raised will go to the United Way.


The pumpkin that receives the most donations will be declared the winner and will receive a gift card prize for a family night!


Please email Miss Knipfer or Mrs. Wees if you have any questions!
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FALL FESTIVAL - OCTOBER 21ST

FALL FESTIVAL - OCTOBER 21ST

We are so excited for our upcoming Fall Festival on October 21st from 5:30 - 8:00 PM!


In order to make this event a success, we could use your help!! If you would like to volunteer that night or help by donating needed items, please see the links below to sign-up! Tickets are also available for purchase below!


FALL FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP - Sign up here to help the night of the Festival!


LIST OF NEEDED DONATIONS - Sign up here to donate a needed item!


PURCHASE FALL FESTIVAL TICKETS - Purchase Food & Game tickets as well as Raffle Tickets!

FALL FESTIVAL - OCTOBER 21ST
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RED RIBBON WEEK - OCT. 24TH - 28TH

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NORRIS SPIRIT WEAR

NORRIS SPIRIT WEAR

The Norris Elementary School Back-to-School Spirit Wear sale has begun!! Save 30% on everything in the store. Choose from hundreds of sprit wear designs and garments that are delivered directly to your home.


Click HERE to order!

NORRIS SPIRIT WEAR
MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

Applications are now being accepted for our Montessori Preschool program. Families living in the Millard School district must submit the application by February 15th, 2023. Families living outside of the Millard School district must apply before March 15, 2023. If you have questions about this application please call 402-715-1265.


APPLY HERE!

MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL

RAISING CANE'S NIGHT

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FOOD PANTRY INFORMATION

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MILLARD SOUTH ACTIVITIES

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2022/2023 PTO Board

2022/2023 PTO Board

President: Heidi Andsager

Vice President: Vanessa Huxhold

Secretary: Heather Doyle

Treasurer: Tim Malm

Volunteer Coordinator: Anna Pectol


PTO Email: pto.norris@gmail.com

Facebook: Norris Elementary PTO

2022/2023 PTO Board

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Looking for a New Opportunity?

Looking for a new opportunity? We would love for you to consider a job with Millard Public Schools! No one knows us better than you. You are our community, and we want our families to be a part of our schools. You get what we are all about better than anyone else.

We are also a good fit for moms and dads with busy lives looking for schedules and opportunities that fit around families. The work is meaningful - and it doesn’t happen on nights and weekends.

We have para positions in our classrooms, food service and maintenance positions and a host of other opportunities. See everything currently available here:

Open Positions for Millard Public Schools

We invite you to be the next great reason we are #Proud2MPS!

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School Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8:30 AM - 3:45 PM

Wednesdays - 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM (Early out EVERY Wednesday)


Mrs. Gutsgell's Pre-school Class:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8:40 AM - 3:30 PM

Wednesdays - 8:40 AM - 2:00 PM (Early out EVERY Wednesday)

NORRIS ELEMENTARY

NORRIS ELEMENTARY

NORRIS ELEMENTARY

Click HERE for the Norris Staff Directory.


Office Hours: Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:15 pm

Fax #: 402-715-6119

12424 Weir Street, Omaha, NE, USA (402)715-8340 norris.mpsomaha.org

Mission Statement: Norris Elementary guarantees each child a world-class education in a safe and diverse learning environment where students demonstrate academic excellence, responsible citizenship, and self-worth. Through innovative practices, Norris empowers its educational community to actively pursue personal goals and ROAR with pride!

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MPS BOARD MEMBERS

Dr. John Schwartz - Superintendent

Stacy Jolley - President

Linda Poole - Vice President

Mike Kennedy - Secretary

Mike Pate - Treasurer

Dave Anderson - Board Member

Amanda McGill Johnson - Board Member

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