THE KNIGHTLY NEWS
FORGE YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS
FEBRUARY 6TH, 2026
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NEWS FROM DR. COOPER
Dear Families,
You should be nearly finished reading Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library and we really hope you've enjoyed it. Our culminating event will be held next Thursday, February 12th from 5:00-6:30. Join us for activities, games, crafts and snacks. We will also have a school-wide art project displayed on the main windows. Please join us if you can!
Reminder: There is NO School February 13th or 16th.
Have a great weekend,
Dr. Tara Cooper
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2026-27 KINDERGARTEN INFORMATION
If you have an incoming kindergartener or new student entering Millard Public Schools for the 2026-27 school year, enrollment opened on February 1, 2026 at www.mpsomaha.org. By completing your child's enrollment as soon as possible you help us place students sooner and communicate with your family in a timely way.
Please note, the new student enrollment window is for NEW STUDENTS ONLY!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE IMPORTANT DATES
May 1 - Kindergarten Roundup for incoming Kindergarten students (Time TBD)
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IN DISTRICT TRANSFER INFORMATION
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ONE SCHOOL, ONE BOOK CALENDAR
FAMILY NIGHT - THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH
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NEIHARDT FEBRUARY EVENTS
Wednesday, February 11th - Valentine Classroom Parties
Thursday, February 12th - One School, One Book Family Event - 5:00 pm
Friday, February 13th - Monday, February 16th - NO SCHOOL
Thursday, February 19th - Don & Millie's Caring & Sharing Night
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FEBRUARY TRAITS OF A KNIGHT
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LUNCH MENU FEBRUAY 9TH - 13TH
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THANK YOU TO OUR WATCH D.O.G.S.
Thank you to Mr. Kramer, father of Charlotte, Emerson and Mabel and Mr. Hudson, father of Benjamin who volunteered as our Watch D.O.G.S. this week. They spent their time in classrooms, PE, music class, eating lunch with their students and recess. We appreciate them coming in and volunteering.
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SECOND SEMESTER SHIELD SHOP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Calling All Parent Volunteers!
Each week, our Neihardt Knights have the opportunity to spend their hard-earned Castle Coins at the Shield Shop table!
We would love to have parent volunteers help out by collecting Castle Coins and assisting students as they shop.
Thank you for supporting our Knights — your time and enthusiasm make a big difference!
Use the link below to view the dates available and sign up to volunteer.
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2026 - 27 PRESCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES
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NEWS FROM OUR COMMUNITY COUNSELOR
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MILLARD ACTIVITES
MILLARD MATERIALS COMMUNITY REVIEW OPPORTUNITY
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PATRIOT BASKETBALL CLUB BOYS TRYOUT INFORMATION
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THANK YOU TO NEIHARDT ELEMENTARY'S PARTNERS FOR EDUCATION
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BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS
Back Row, left to right: Lisa Schoenberger, Vice President; Justin Curtis, Secretary;
John Schwartz, Superintendent; Mike Kennedy, Board Member;
Amanda McGill Johnson, Board Member
Front Row, left to right: Linda Poole, President; Stacy Jolley, Treasurer
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• connect with us •
Email: mdmccauley@mpsomaha.org
Website: neihardt.mpsomaha.org/
Location: 15130 Drexel Street, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-715-8360
Facebook: facebook.com/neihardtknights77/
Twitter: @goknights77