Elkhorn South High School
April 2023
From the High School Principal- Mark Kalvoda
From the office of the Principal…..Mark Kalvoda
Elkhorn South will administer the ACT for all Juniors during the state prescribed testing day on Tuesday, April 4th. We will also use this day for Pre-ACT for our Freshmen and Sophomores. These tests serve as a measuring stick for not only our students, but also for our teachers and our curriculum. The data gleaned from these assessments provides individual progress for each individual student, but also provides useful data to inform our instruction and aligns our curriculum with ACT standards. These assessments provide critical information, thus please encourage your students to give their very best effort so accurate information is revealed.
Tuesday, April 4th Testing Details:
School is not in session for Seniors.
All students should arrive no later than 7:45am
Freshmen and Sophomores will be dismissed for the day at approximately 12:00pm
Juniors will be dismissed for the day at approximately 1:00pm
No lunches will be served.
Students will be provided a snack during break.
Cell Phones and smart watches are not permitted in testing rooms
Only ACT-approved calculators are permitted for Juniors. Freshmen and Sophomores have more latitude, but a calculator is not required.
Please bring #2 Pencils
Juniors Testing Schedule: Check-in: **BRING ID’s** 15 minutes English: 75 question, 45 minutes Math: 60 questions, 60 minutes o Break Reading: 40 questions, 35 minutes Science: 40 questions, 35 minutes o Break Writing: 1 essay, 40 minutes Freshmen/Sophomores Testing Schedule: Registration: 60 minutes English: 45 question, 30 minutes Math: 36 questions, 40 minutes o Break Reading: 25 questions, 30 minutes Science: 30 questions, 30 minutes
Please encourage your students to get plenty of rest, eat breakfast before testing, and to have a positive attitude about the assessments. Please make every effort to have your students in attendance for this critical assessment day. We appreciate your cooperation.
From my desk, the 2022-23 school year has been a fantastic year to date - especially of late. I encourage our students and staff to finish strong and to ride the momentum through the spring season.
Please know that our success is measured in multiple terms, but is undeniably achieved through the positive working relationship of our students, parents, teachers and administration. I sincerely value your role in our successes and thank you for your continued support of our school. Please feel free to call or email me if you have questions or concerns about the assessments, prom, graduation or any other issue here at ESHS.
Mental Wellness and Phone Numbers:
Please know that we are thinking about your student and the transitions that occur in high school that may present as challenges to your student. Continue to ask questions and be a good listener when you are communicating with your student. When your student is struggling, unsure, anxious or feeling overwhelmed, being fully present and asking questions that can guide your decision making will help you in your next steps.
Here are some tips for talking with your child:
Be honest Be concise Be reassuring Normalize his or her feelings
Remember the four T’s (talk, touch, tears and time)
Crisis resources are also available through any of the following organizations:
Safe2Help…………………………………………………….(833) 980-7233
988 Nebraska………………………………………………………988
Boys Town National Hotline…………………………………800.448.3000
Crisis Text Line……………………………………………….Text VOICE to 20121
Nebraska Family Helpline…………………………………….888.866.8660
It’s OK to Talk…………………………………………………ok2talk.org
13 Minutes……………………………………………………..13minutes.org
Take Care,
Mark
Mark Kalvoda
Principal
Elkhorn South High School
20303 Blue Sage Parkway
Omaha, NE 68130
402-289-0616
Graduation
Student absences and appointments
Parents do not come into the building to get your child, the student will sign themselves out on our office computer. If it is for a Drs. appointment, please have the student bring a note from the Dr. upon their return.
Thank you so much for your cooperation with this.
Upcoming Information
Apr. 4-ACT Test Juniors dismissed around 1:00 p.m.
Apr. 4-Pre-ACT Freshman and Sophomores dismissed around 12:00 p.m.
Apr. 4-NO SCHOOL FOR SENIORS
Apr. 7-Teacher In-service-No school
Apr 22-Prom
May 17-Seniors last day
May 21-Graduation 12:00 p.m. Elkhorn Public Schools Stadium
May 24-Students last day.
Update of Email, home address and phone number
Please contact Penny Rohl in the Counseling Center at 402-289-0616 #3 or prohl@epsne.org to make changes to email, phone, or home mailing address.
Anonymous online reporting system
- (531) 299-SAFE (7233)
- www.Safe2HelpNE.org
- Download the “Safe2Help” app from your app store
- Found on individual building homepages
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Strategic Plan Superintendent Visits
Summer Athletics and Activities Camps
Annually, EPS coaches and sponsors host summer opportunities for athletic and activity skills development by hosting camps and clinics. The list of 2023 opportunities is currently available online at https://www.elkhornweb.org/blog/summer-athletics-and-activities-camps-3/.
*Please note this list is only inclusive of camps and clinics hosted by EPS coaches and sponsors as related to their duties within the school district and does not include opportunities offered by outside organizations.
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NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Notice of Nondiscrimination
The Elkhorn Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination
policies:
Students: Anne Doerr, Executive Director of Student Services, 20650 Glenn Street (402) 289-2579, ([adoerr@epsne.org]).
Employees and Others: Don Pechous, Executive Director of Personnel, 20650 Glenn Street (402) 289-2579, ([dpechous@epsne.org]).
Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the OCR at One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, 3rd Floor, Suite 320, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, (816) 268-0550 (voice), Fax (816) 268-0599, (800) 877-8339 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.