Omaha Mobile Stage Show Wagon Series

May 24, 2023 | Spotlight News, Events

Omaha Public Schools Foundation is a proud sponsor of the Omaha Mobile Stage’s Show Wagon series!

Grab your family and friends, and join us this summer for the free Youth Talent Competition Summer Series for ages 3-19.
* Limited Space * Sign Up Now at omahamobilestage.org *

Omaha Mobile Stage hosts 10 free competitions throughout the Omaha metro from May 27-August 10. Winners of each age division advance to Finals on August 20 at Gene Leahy Mall in downtown Omaha.

Omaha Mobile Stage Sponsor

  • La Vista’s Salute to Summer Festival featuring Mister K’s Clubhouse – May 27 
  • Elkhorn Days featuring an Opera Omaha artist – June 9
  • Staenberg Omaha JCC featuring Broadway actress Q. Smith – June 11
  • Gifford Park Neighborhood Market featuring an Opera Omaha artist – June 16
  • SumTur Amphitheater in Papillion featuring Mark Irvin – June 29
  • Dance Night at Gene Leahy Mall featuring national pop group XOMG POP! – July 8
  • Vinton Street Historic District featuring The Broadways – July 14
  • Elmwood Park featuring Nikki Boulay and The BeatNiks – July 16
  • Walnut Grove Park in Millard – July 23
  • Battle of the Bands at Gene Leahy Mall featuring Hector Anchondo – August 10
  • Finals at Gene Leahy Mall featuring Stephanie Kurtzuba – August 20

World Refugee Day Scholarship

Apr 25, 2023 | Spotlight News, Scholarships

Omaha World Refugee DayThe Omaha Refugee Task Force (ORTF) is a collaborative effort of refugee community leaders, resettlement agencies, city officials, and other service providers whose purpose is to advocate for and address refugee issues in Omaha.

We meet the first Wednesday of every even-numbered month (six times per year) from 9:00am-10:30am (currently via Zoom).

We have working subcommittees focused on Health, Mental Health, Housing, Education, and Employment that meet at various times.

View the requirements and download the application form here:
Applications are open to refugee and immigrants students from Omaha Public Schools who have or will graduate in the 2022-2023 school year.
We look forward to reading your application!
Donate to the World Refugee Scholarship Fund
Apply for the Scholarship Here

McMillan Academic Pentathlon

Apr 10, 2023 | PTO or School Fundraisers, Spotlight News, Uncategorized

The McMillan Academic Pentathlon Team has worked extremely hard all year to prepare for this competition and their efforts have been rewarded. Our 17 Pentathletes, consisting of both 7th and 8th grade teams, have won the State Competition and will represent all of Nebraska at the National Competition in Garden Grove, CA! Go Monarchs! #opsproud
Donate to help fund the trip and send the team to Nationals!
Donate Here

The McMillan Math Team Fundraiser

Mar 16, 2023 | PTO or School Fundraisers, Spotlight News

Within McMillan, there exists a truly extraordinary group of students. United by their passion for numbers and problem-solving, these young mathematicians have come together as the 22-23 McMillan Math Team. This talented team had spent countless hours this year, pouring their hearts into creating a vibrant mathematical community. Through sheer determination, they hosted and competed in multiple math competitions, demonstrating their prowess and inspiring their peers to embrace the joys of mathematics.

The McMillan Math Team’s accomplishments extend beyond academics; they have fostered an atmosphere of camaraderie, support, and mutual respect. These young mathematicians have become role models in the community, exemplifying the values of hard work, collaboration, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. Their incredible journey deserves to be celebrated.

As a reward for their outstanding achievements and commitment, we are raising funds for a field trip. We’re planning an adventure that will serve as a fitting celebration, allowing the team to unwind, bond, and create lasting memories.

Your donations to our fundraiser are much appreciated.

 

Benjamin Carder
8th Grade Math
McMillan Middle School

Donate to the McMillan Math Team Fundraiser

Career Center Pathways Scholarship Fund

Feb 15, 2023 | PTO or School Fundraisers, Spotlight News

Career Center Pathways Scholarship FundHelp Career Center do more.  Donate to match a $50,000 gift to build an endowment fund for full-ride scholarships in the trades.  We want to award our first scholarship this spring and are asking you to support Career Center now.  If pledges can match our initial gift, Career Center can continue to provide students a jump start to success and advance workforce development efforts in our community.

Donate linking to the secure donation form below or send a check to:

Omaha Public Schools Foundation
3861 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE 68131
Attention: Career Center Pathways Scholarship

Donate to the Career Pathways Scholarship