NPHS senior Olivia Dobesh was one of 200 students selected from the state of Nebraska for a Student Leaders Event where participants had the opportunity to visit with Nebraska Governor, Jim Pillen.
Olivia listened to lobbyists involved in state government and large businesses discuss what they do in their respective roles. Her favorite part of the event was hearing lobbyists share stories of how they got to where they are today.
Making the experience even more memorable, Olivia’s question submitted for the governor was selected for a response. Olivia was honored to stand and ask Governor Pillen, “Could you share a pivotal moment in your life, and how it shaped your leadership philosophy?” Governor Pillen recalled a time he was told have to choose between football and becoming a veterinarian. He chose both and made it work. Governor Pillen’s overall message was to never let anyone try to decide your dreams for you. You can do whatever you want to do; don’t listen to others when they try to limit you.
For other students who may have this same opportunity, Olivia recommends bringing coffee and a notebook. There is a lot of useful information, particularly for those considering careers in state government, and great advice useful for all aspects of life. With so much great information available, you want to take it all in. Olivia shared, “This was an inspiring event that taught me more about the state government and our leaders, and gave me the chance to represent our school in a positive, professional light.”
Join me in congratulating Olivia on this honor, and thanking her for doing an outstanding job of representing our community and schools.
NPHS Mobile Food Pantry April 8th! Please start the line outside the school parking lot next to the tennis courts. Do not come into the parking lot prior to the semi unloading of the distribution items. This is an open air, drive thru distribution. Patrons will drive their car through a line, and volunteers will bring boxed food to the car. Free of charge. 325 households will be served on a first come, first serve basis. The Food Bank of the Heartland sponsors the Food Pantry.
April is Internship Awareness Month! Did you know NPHS students have the opportunity to get experience in a career field they are interested in with the NPHS Career Internship Program? Contact the NPHS Guidance Office to learn more! #WeRNPPS
Stop in and say "thank you" to our Assistant Principals and Deans of Students! This week is Assistant Principals Week! We appreciate all the work they do with our students and teachers! #WeRNPPS
Thank you NPPS school librarians for our nice spaces to read, learn, and create! April is School Library Month, and today is School Librarian Day! We appreciate the work they put in to give our students extra learning opportunities! #WeRNPPS
Let's give it up for our guidance counselors during Counseling Awareness Month! Thank you for supporting our kids, and for the many hats you wear in our schools! #WeRNPPS
District AdCo did adaptive work discussing characteristics of effective teams, and strategies for building groups into effective collaborative teams. #WeRNPPS
Remember to thank all our amazing paraprofessionals when you see them! Today is paraprofessional appreciation day, and we have the very best! #WeRNPPS
It is Financial Literacy Month, and also a great time to remind you that North Platte High School offers Personal Finance! It's never too early to learn!
Together, we create an inclusive community where everyone belongs! #autismawarenessmonth #wernpps
NPPS AdCo started with some team building today before splitting into elementary and secondary groups. #WeRNPPS
How about this NPHS team? Only 1 school can be recognized in each state, each year, as a recipient of an ACAC School of Excellence award winner. 26 schools were recognized. North Platte High School was one of them, for their efforts in helping students apply to college and opening doors for bright futures. #WeRNPPS
Thank you, Mayor Kelliher for spending time with our Washington Elementary Ambassadors! They had a great time getting to know you!
Today is World Down Syndrome Day! We advocate and celebrate the inclusion of people with Down syndrome! #WeRNPPS
Due to the number of activities happening around the district, there will be no bus route between Adams and Madison on 4/25/25 and 4/29/25.
Thank you Western Nebraska Bank for visiting and presenting North Platte Public Schools a check for our School Debit Card Program! We appreciate you supporting our schools! #WeRNPPS
NPPS and first responders participated in Reunification Training. This training goes through the process of joining students back with their parents in the event of a school evacuation, and is another layer of safety for our students. #WeRNPPS
NPHS Student Council is hosting the 10th Annual “Light Up the Night” 5k Run/Walk to benefit Make-A-Wish of Nebraska. This is the first race of the 5K season through the Platte River Fitness Series. There is also a Kids Mile that elementary and middle school age students may sign up for and participate in; the Kids Mile starts at 7:15 pm. All entries will receive a shirt, a glow in the dark neck band, glow in the dark wristbands, granola bars, and a water bottle.
The 5K Run/Walk will take place at Cody Park on Saturday, March 29th, beginning shortly after the Kids Mile (so around 7:30), with registration beginning at 6:00 pm. I have attached the flyer and registration form, however, you also have the option to sign up online at https://www.platteriverfitness.com/lightup.
Today (March 14th) we promote and support SEL to support mental health well-being.
We may not have school today, but you can still visit your math teachers at parent-teacher conferences and wish them a happy Pi Day!
