The Patriot Press
August 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
Mr. Brad Millard, 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
Upcoming Events
August 1-2 New Teacher Induction
August 5-9 All Certificated Staff - Fall Workshop
August 6-7 Student Fall Orientation - Assigned by Last Name
August 8 Open House 6:30 - 8:00pm
August 8-9 ELO Testing
August 9 Make up Orientation - All Grades 9-11:30am
August 12 9th Grade ONLY - First day of school, 8:45 AM
August 13 9-12 - First day of school, 8:00 AM
August 27 Senior College Planning Info Night - 6:30pm
August 28 Fall Pep Rally
September 2 Labor Day - No School
September 12 Academic Letter Awards - 7:00pm
September 14 ACT @ Millard South
September 18 Sophomore Health Screenings
September 25 Speech Interviews
September 26 Senior Panoramic Photo - Extended PT
ORIENTATION
STUDENTS
Student Council Officers 2019-2020
Vice President - Rylee Green (11)
Secretary - Joey Kaipust (10)
Treasurer - Alan Acosta (11)
Sergeant-at-Arms - Vivian Kaldahl (10)
School Board Representative - George Abalekpor (12)
Public Relations - Kali Herbolsheimer (12)
Interpersonal Relations - Chloe Arnold (12)
District 8 Representative - Sohia Nkwocha (10)
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.
Boys and Girls Club of Millard (Located at Central Middle School)
Boys and Girls Club is not just for younger kids. Here are some of the offerings:
- College readiness
- Career launch
- Diplomas 2 degrees
- Scholarship programs
- Work experience opportunities.
- College tours
- Networking luncheons
- Youth of the Year program (which helps members maintain good standing and leaves them eligible for our club scholarship program, that last year gave 57 members $285,000 in combined scholarships.)
- Academic Support
- STEM
- Healthy Lifestyles
- Good Character, and Citizenship
- Arts
- Careers
- Flag Football
- Teen Basketball
- Soccer Leagues
- Frequent free trips to collegiate and pro sporting events
We are open daily from 3 pm – 9 pm and on days that school is closed we are open 7 am – 6 pm.
This year we have worked with the district to have a free bus that will provide transportation from MSHS to the Club.
If you are already a member and would like to use this service please notify us as soon as possible. If you are planning on joining and using this service make sure you sign up for it at orientation.
Our registration process is all online and can be found at this link. If you would like a more detailed description of our programs it can be found at this link. If you are interested in joining or have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out. Our front office manager Alexandria can be reached daily at (402) 470-8321.
School Supplies Giveaway
Patriot Pride Student Drawing
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.
2019-2020 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!
PARENTS
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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.
S.P.A.C.E. 2019
July 24th – 26th. Mike is a member of the Nebraska Space Ambassador team, a group of 12 educators from across the state, who assisted with the conference. The NSA team is part of Nebraska Space Grant which cosponsored this event with the Astronauts Memorial Foundation.
For more in the S.P.A.C.E. 2019, click here.