Area Farmers Can Help LCPS Receive Monsanto Grant Funds

Farmers in the Loup City School District area are encouraged to nominate Loup City Schools to be a recipient of up to $25,000.  The America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education program has been introduced to help farmers positively impact their communities and support local schools. This program is sponsored by the Monsanto Fund and gives farmers the opportunity to nominate their local school district to compete for a grant up to $25,000. In all, the program will allow local school districts in 1,245 counties across 39 states to add over $2.3 million to their math and science programs.

Grants will be awarded based on merit, financial need and community support.  The more nominations Loup City Schools get, the more likely the school will receive the grant funds.

Farmer Eligibility – Entrants must be 21 years or older and actively engaged in farming of 250 acres of corn and/or soybeans.  There can be only one nomination per qualified applicant.  No purchase is necessary.  Nominations are due by April 15, 2012.

For program guidelines and nomination information you can visit the America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education website at www.GrowRuralEducation.com or contact the Sherman County Economic Development Office at 308-745-5040.

Loup City Public Schools Celebrate School Board Member Appreciation Week

The week of January 22-28 has been designated as Nebraska School Board Recognition Week. The Loup City Public School district has joined with districts across the state to thank these community volunteers for service to public education.
      Being a school board is sometimes described as one of the toughest volunteer jobs in America, yet Nebraska public school board members dedicate countless hours to attending meetings, school functions and hours of preparation for the decisions they make. They work to stay on top of the ever changing education landscape and issues relating to education. Our schools and our community are better because of these community volunteers. LCPS board members develop polices and make decisions which help shape the future for the district. They bear responsibility and oversight for an annual budget of $7.9 million, 339 students, 62 employees and several buildings and other facilities.
     We are grateful to have an opportunity to formally say 'thank you' to these education advocates as they provide vision and leadership for student achievement, academic programs, district funding and school facilities. Residents of The Loup City Public School District are encouraged to express their appreciation to the board members not only during January but throughout the year.

The men and women serving Loup City Public Schools and their terms of office are:

Mike Rademacher, Board President – (1991- 2014)

Pat Kuehl Vice President – (1999-2012)

Kelly Griffith, Secretary- (2005-2012)

Loraine Panowicz, Treasures (1999-2014)

Jim Jaeschke– (1999-2012)

Steve Badura-(1999-2014)

Rick Chilewski- (1999-2012)

Becky Lambrecht (2009-2012)

Cindy Ericson (2011-2014)

LCPS 2011-12 Receipts and Spending Down

Through approximately the first 1/3 fiscal year, LCPS has spent $1,195,758. This $169,305 less than last we spent at this point last year. LCPS has received $1,195,758, which is $181,937 less than we received at this point last year.

Reminder: Social Media Presentation for Adults set for Jan. 12

     I would like to remind parents, and other district patrons of the social media workshop being offered for adults on January 12, 2012 at 6:30 in the North gym. Karen Hasse of the Harding and Schultz Law Firm will be presenting information and interacting with adults about social media and how it effects our school, our students, and our community.

     The slides that Mrs. Hasse will be using as the focal part of her discussion will be available on our school Facebook Page (Loup City Public Schools) prior to the workshops.

     The effects of bullying, especially when combined with the technology of social media, effect students, teaches, and parents alike. This is a great opportunity for us to deal with these issues in a proactive, thoughtful and practical manner. Please don't miss this unique opportunity to take part and contribute.

LCPS to Offer Anti-Bullying Workshops to Students, Staff, and Patrons

      On Thursday January 12th, The Loup City Public Schools has scheduled Karen Hasse of  the Harding and Schultz Law Firm to present workshops to our students, teachers and patrons on bullying consequences, cyber-bullying and social media. Students in grades 4-6 will hear Karen at 1:30 and students in grades 7-12 will attend Karen’s presentation at 2:30.
     Members of the community are invited to meet with Karen and attend her presentation for adults at 6:30. All sessions will be held in the north gym.
     The effects of bullying, especially when combined with the technology of social media, effect students, teaches, and parents alike. This is a great opportunity for our staff and students to deal with these issues in a proactive, thoughtful and practical manner. District patrons are specifically invited to attend the evening presentation to gather information and provide insight and guidance to school staff on issues that effect our students. This will be a great opportunity for all members of the Red Raider family.