THE KNIGHTLY NEWS
FORGE YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS
FEBRUARY 12TH, 2026
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NEWS FROM DR. COOPER
Dear Families,
Fun was had by all at our Valentine's Day parties on Wednesday. Thank you to PTO for purchasing snacks (Oreos & juice boxes) for students.
We look forwarding to seeing you tonight at our One School, One Book event. We hope you enjoyed reading Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library and the activities we have planned.
Remember, there is no school on Friday, February 13th or Monday, February 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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NEIHARDT FEBRUARY EVENTS
Friday, February 13th - NO SCHOOL
Monday, February 16th - NO SCHOOL
Thursday, February 19th - Don & Millie's Caring & Sharing Night
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LUNCH MENU FEBRUAY 16TH - 20TH
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DON & MILLLIE'S CARING & SHARING NIGHT
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH
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THANK YOU TO OUR WATCH D.O.G.S.
Thank you to Mr. Burk, father of Yadhira and Mr. Mason, father of Caleb 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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BUFFALO WILD WINGS NIGHT
MONDAY, MARCH 2ND
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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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MILLARD MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH
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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