THE PATRIOT PRESS
October 2026
MISSION STATEMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Mrs. Heidi Weaver, Principal
Mr. Matt Geerts, Assistant Principal - 9th Grade
Mr. Brad Millard, Assistant Principal - 10th Grade
Mrs. Michaela Wragge, Assistant Principal - 11th Grade
Mr. Andy Pinkall, Assistant Principal - 12th Grade
Mr. Steve Throne, Assistant Principal - Athletic Director
Mr. Blake Anderson - Dean Of Students
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Lisa Schoenberger - Vice President
Justin Curtis - Secretary
Stacy Jolley - Treasurer
Mike Kennedy - Board Member
Amanda McGill Johnson - Board Member
IMPORTANT DATES
October 12th & 13th - Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00-8:00PM
October 14th - 10th Grade AWA Testing
October 14th - 11th Grade Practice ACT
October 14th - No School 9th & 12th Grade
October 14th - PSAT @ Millard South
October 15th - No School
October 16th - No School
October 19th - No School
November 3rd - No School
Bell Schedule
Monday Bell Schedule
Block 1 = 8:45 - 10:12
Block 2 = 10:18 - 11:42
Block 3 = 11:48 - 1:45
Block 4 = 1:51 - 3:15
*1st Lunch = 11:48 - 12:20
*2nd Lunch = 12:16 - 12:48
*3rd Lunch = 12:45 - 1:17
*4th Lunch = 1:13 - 1:45
Tuesday - Friday Bell Schedule (Pride Time Day)
Block 1 = 8:00 - 9:35
Pride Time = 9:41 - 9:51
Block 2 = 9:57 - 11:28
Block 3 = 11:34 - 1:38
Block 4 = 1:44 - 3:15
*1st lunch = 11:34 - 12:06
*2nd lunch = 12:05 - 12:37
*3rd lunch = 12:36 - 1:08
*4th lunch = 1:06 - 1:38
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Main Office = 402-715-8268
Freshman Attendance = 402-715-8277
Sophomore Attendance = 402-715-8263
Junior Attendance = 402-715-8255
Senior Attendance = 402-715-8268
Counseling Office = 402-715-8436
Registration Questions? Call 402-715-8300
Parent Access Line = 402-715-8000
Computer Issues: Contact the MS Tech Department = 402-715-8298
EMERGENCY? 911
PATRIOT PRIDE NOMINEES
Each month there will be a drawing from the list of student names that teachers have submitted for displaying acts of the Patriot Way. See here for the whole list of nominated students.
SEPTEMBER 2026
PATRIOT PRIDE WINNERS
YESICA AGILAR
ISABELLA BAACK
AVA BAUGHMAN
JAMES BILLER
ETHAN BLUM
JOSH CRIPPEN
MEGAN DREESZEN
JONATHAN GARNETT
RYLEE GOCHENOUR
JUSTICE GREENFIELD
ALISTER LAMSON
RACHAEL MCGARGILL
ELLA MICHAEL
ALEXANDER PERKINS
EMILY ROBB
DANICA SCHROER
LOGAN SINNETT
HAI TRAN
JADER TRINIDAD
TRUMAN TYREE
ACT Scholarship Deadlines
🎶 MAMMA MIA! COMING TO MILLARD SOUTH! 🎶
Get ready to DANCE, SING, and HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE!
The Millard South Patriot Players are thrilled to present Mamma Mia!, featuring the music of ABBA and a talented cast and crew of Millard South students!
Set on a beautiful Greek island, Mamma Mia! is a heartwarming and hilarious story about family, friendship, love, and discovering where you belong—all told through some of ABBA’s most unforgettable songs!
Dancing Queen
Take a Chance on Me
I Have a Dream
Voulez-Vous
Super Trouper
…and many more!
SHOW DATES & TIMES
Friday, October 9 — 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 10 — 7:00 PM
Sunday, October 11 — 2:00 PM
Millard South High School Auditorium
GET YOUR TICKETS!
Tickets are available online at:
We highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance so you can choose the performance and seats that work best for your family.
Come support our incredible students as they bring this energetic, joyful musical to the stage! Whether you're an ABBA superfan or discovering these songs for the first time, Mamma Mia! is a show the whole family will enjoy!
We can't wait to see you there!
Millard South Patriot Players
Looking for ways to support your school?
Join us at the holiday event of the season – Jingle 2026!
Jingle is an evening filled with holiday experiences, cocktails, delicious food bites, and an amazing silent auction of 36 unique wreaths decorated by our schools.
The Millard Public Schools Foundation supports the district by providing funds to all 35 schools to support strategic initiatives, connects Millard graduating seniors with over $160,000 in scholarship funding and helps our own Millard families in need.
Limited tickets available, purchase today! https://secure.qgiv.com/event/millardpublicschoolsfoundationjingle2026/
(All guests must be over 21).
Important Information from the Counseling office
Please review the links for full details regarding NCAA and NAIA eligibility standards, transcript requests, and core course calculations. Contact the Millard South Counseling Office if you have any questions.
Mrs. Gustafson's Chemistry field trip to Youngman's Lake - the NE Resources District met us there and showed how to use nets to catch macroinvertebrates:
2027 Yearbook Information
Social Media Information
Social Media Information
An important reminder to parents and guardians - please keep up with your children’s activities on their devices and encourage them to talk with you about where they go and what they do online.
A new concern is online predators targeting young people for extortion. The young person is told if they do not give money, then a threat will be made against a school in their name. Obviously, this is concerning to us, and no doubt you as well.
For all of us, it is crucial to recognize the dangers posed by online predators and to be aware of the risks associated with social media, gaming, and text channels. Please talk with your teenagers and make sure you know what they are doing online. Explain the dangers to them, and let them know they can always come to you when they have a concern. The faster parents and trusted adults are informed, the quicker we can act.
We understand the concern and anxiety that such incidents can generate, and we are committed to maintaining a safe learning environment for all. I hope this information is helpful for you and your family as we all work to keep our young people safe.
Attendance Information
Patriots Care Student Pantry
Open every Friday or the day before a break from 3:20-4:00. Food and hygiene items available to any and all Millard South students and their families- no questions asked.
Patriot Care Pantry Information
ATHLETICS
AFTER SCHOOL STUDY TIME & TUTORING IN THE LIBRARY
The library is excited to announce that we will be offering after school study time and tutoring starting August 31st.
Schedule:
Monday – Thursday: Study Time & Math Tutoring (3:30–4:30 PM)
Tuesday: English Tutoring (in addition to Math)
Thursday: Science Tutoring (in addition to Math)
****Students must report to the library by 3:30 PM to participate.
We encourage all students to take advantage of these wonderful opportunities to strengthen their skills, get extra help, and stay on top of their studies.
Thank you for your donations
MILLARD PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Are you or someone you know looking for a rewarding job? Do you love kids? Want to do something meaningful each day? We are hiring for most positions!
Things to like: Flexible hours – great for parents/students, variety of hours, no weekends, great pay, summers off for many positions, family-first place to work.
Come SHINE with us at Millard! #SHINEwithMPS
INCLEMENT WEATHER LINK
2026-2027 Bus Information
If your family is qualified for free or reduced lunch for the 2026-27 school year and you would like to request the free bus, please go to this link. Please be sure to read the document in its entirety for important information regarding qualification and riding guidelines.
If you do not qualify for free or reduced lunch, your student may be eligible for a Parent Pay bus route. Please use this link to view pricing and setup instructions.
Per Transportation, please make sure you and/or your student uses the ZUM app to view the bus route, receive notifications regarding delays or equipment changes, and cancel rides as needed. If you have further questions, please email Allison VanderWal at apvanderwal@mpsomaha.org.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Safe2Help 531-299-7233
www.safe2helpne.org
24/7 trained crisis counselors who can assist students, parents and community members with school safety related concerns. Information can be submitted anonymously. The information can be related to harmful, dangerous or violent activity(or even a threat of activity) that is directed at schools, students or staff members.
Nebraska Family Helpline 1-888-866-8660
The Helpline is supervised by licensed mental health professionals and is a service of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services provided by Boys Town.
Methodist Hospital Emotional Support Hotline 402-815-8255 (TALK)
Available daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
This service is a way for people to reach out and connect with someone who can help find solutions for managing stress, anxiety and other challenges. The support line is staffed by licensed professional counselors from the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. The counselors can assist callers who may be experiencing feelings such as: fear, anxiety, sadness, depression.
Behavioral Telehealth Consultation Clinic
UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute (MMI) is offering up to TWO FREE behavioral consultation sessions in English or Spanish. This service is available to families regardless of insurance coverage. To schedule an appointment call 402-559-6408 and state you are interested in scheduling with the free telehealth consultation clinic.ANNUAL ASBESTOS LETTER
PARENT ACCESS LINE
402-715-8000
Do you need your Synergy ParentVUE login and password? Call or email the Millard Parent Access Line.
MILLARD SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Website: http://mshs.mpsomaha.org/
Location: 14905 Q Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-715-8268
Twitter: @m_south_hs