Dear Parents/Guardians,

I hope this communication finds you well and enjoying the transition from summer to fall. I want to thank you all for your assistance in keeping our schools open to in-person learning. We recognize this is not an easy task as we continue to move through this pandemic.

As you continue to support the efforts of the school, community, and others, we would like to remind you to take time to take care of yourself. It is okay to ask for help when needed. Below are a few resources that we encourage you to use or share with someone who may need them.

• Region II Human Services - (308) 534-0440, https://www.r2hs.com/
• myStrength: We all have our struggles. Finding ways to focus on your emotional health is important. Now you can use the web and mobile tools to help you get better and stay strong. Click here to find out more information & set up your FREE account

• Nebraska Family Helpline - (888) 866-8660, https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Nebraska-Family-Helpline.aspx
  
• Raising kids is hard. The Nebraska Family Helpline is here to help. It is OK to ask for advice. Resources for parents & families are available 24/7.

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255, https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

• We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

• Great Plains Health - (308) 568-8000
• https://www.gphealth.org/
  

• UNMC NEBRASKA MEDICINE - Call For an Appointment (800) 922-0000
• Moments in Medicine: https://www.nebraskamed.com/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MIM092721

As we continue to work together, here are a few reminders on how we can keep our students, staff, and community healthy:

1. We STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL NPPS employees, students, and visitors/ volunteers to wear a face-covering regardless of their vaccination status.
2. We will continue to follow the Return To School Plan as it is outlined. And will assess each COVID situation on a case-by-case basis.

Again, thank you for your efforts in keeping our students, staff, and community safe and healthy. We appreciate you!

Sincerely,

Ron Hanson, NPPS

Superintendent

At the beginning of October, the English Learner program coordinator will be sending home an English Learner program document (sample shown) if your student qualifies for EL services. The document outlines what type of English Learner services and supports your student will be receiving. If you do not receive this document, your student does not qualify for EL services. This paperwork does not need to be returned to your student's school. The document is just a notification of services. If you have questions regarding placement or services, please feel free to contact the English Learner department at 308-535-7136 or ksheets@nppsd.org. Thank you!

We do have waiting lists in each of our seven locations, however, we will continue to take enrollment applications. You can find the application on our website www.nppsd.org under the Kids Klub tab. Print, fill out and scan back to us to be placed on our waitlist.

Our September Mega Day was a complete success! Thank you Dusty Trails for hosting!

The Kids Klub MakerSpace Trailer was used over the weekend to provide activities for the children involved in the North Platte Community Playground Build project. What a fun way for us to give back to our community.

Thank you again for your support of our program. Welcome back to the 2021-22 School Year! We're glad you chose to 'Come Grow With Us'.

Carrie Lienemann, Director

Join us for the NPHS production of Clue. The show is based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlett, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!

The show will be presented on Tuesday, Oct 5th at 7:30, Wednesday, Oct 6th at 4:30, and Thursday, Oct 7th at 7:30. The cost is $5 for students and adults. No activity cards will be accepted.

Sincerely,
David Cooper, Ed.S
Mathematics Department Educator
Director of Forensics, Debate, and Theater
North Platte High School

Are you looking for a position with NPPS? If so, please visit https://nppsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx to see a list of available positions.

Sodexo Is Also Hiring~

Sodexo @ NPPSD

Are you looking for a family-friendly schedule that offers competitive pay, insurance, and 401K? Sodexo Nutrition Department is looking to hire part-time, and sub positions for the upcoming school year. www.sodexo.jobs

Make an Impact in a student’s Life

• Part-time and sub positions available

• Excellent schedule – no weekends or evenings

• Opportunity for advancement

• Competitive pay

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. Sodexo is committed to upholding the spirit and principles of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the 1998 amendment to the Act. If, due to a disability, you require a reasonable accommodation to navigate this site and/or complete the online application process, please contact USASodexoFrontlineApplicationSupport@sodexo.com for assistance.

When: October 4, 2021

Time: 5:30 p.m.

View the webinar at, https://zoom.us/j/96292362549

Email: welcomecenter@nppsd.org
Website: https://www.nppsd.org/
Location: 301 West F Street, North Platte, NE, USA
Phone: 3085357100
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Twitter: @nppsd