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Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year!             

We are excited to begin another successful year here at Scott Middle School! The values embedded in our school mission statement—Scholarship, Commitment, Opportunity, Teamwork, and Tradition—guide our staff in providing a safe, inclusive, quality learning environment for all our students daily. We are looking forward to welcoming our new and returning families to Scott at our Open House events on the following dates:

The 6th-8th grade  Scott Open House will be held on Monday, August 11th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

The first day of school for 6th grade students is Tuesday, August 12th, with all grades attending school on Wednesday, August 13th.

As principal of Scott Middle School, I am thrilled to continue leading this vibrant community. July 2025 marks the start of  my second year at Scott Middle School, and I am now entering my 19th year in administration. I am also an Army veteran, and a proud mother of four daughters, aged 25 to 13, with one of them now in middle school. I am married to my supportive husband, Kye, and together, we cherish the joys and challenges of parenting.

Having had three children graduate high school already and one making her way, I understand the importance of school relationships in student success. I also recognize that each child is an individual, and supporting them in their strengths and goals is vital. I have one child in the armed forces, one in community college, and one in a four-year college. I am committed to fostering a supportive learning environment at Scott where each student feels safe, confident, and successful. I encourage and promote collaboration among families, staff, and the school to achieve this goal.

Over the past year, I have greatly enjoyed meeting families at various school events, connecting with our dedicated staff during meetings, and immersing myself in the daily life of the school. These experiences have deepened my excitement and commitment to serving our Scott Middle School community.

Throughout the year, please make use of our Scott Middle School website under the district web page at www.lps.org for announcements and other important news from Scott. It’s a great way to stay connected and informed. Be sure to follow us on Twitter at @scottmidschool or our Facebook page for additional information.

At Scott, our unwavering priority is student learning. To help ensure that our students are preparing for success, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) serve as the structure for providing instruction and supporting student needs as they develop. We are dedicated to helping students meet their full potential in the classroom and as lifelong learners.

To stay updated on how students are doing in their classes, please sign up and familiarize yourself with Synergy ParentVue. ParentVue is our student information system, and it provides students and parents access to up-to-date attendance and grades for each class. Students and parents will use the same login information they received last year. Access to ParentVUE can be found on the Scott Middle School website. Please contact our registrar, Kelly Phillips, in the main office if you need your login information.

We encourage our students to be leaders and to become involved with music, intramural sports, clubs, and activities at school, as we know learning occurs in all of these settings. Information regarding activities is in this newsletter and on our website. We also believe that partnering with parents/guardians is an essential ingredient in the recipe for student success, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to share insights or ask questions as your child goes through their middle school years. Thank you for sending such wonderful children to Scott Middle School from your home. We are excited to spend our days partnering with you and helping them grow and learn as students!

Have an excellent start to the school year!

Warm regards,

Jesse Tvrdy
Principal

First Days of School

• 6th grade ONLY: First day of school is Tuesday, August 12, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm.
• All students 6–8: Wednesday, August 13, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Last Day of School

• Thursday, May 21st

Professional Learning/Plan days with No School in Session:

• Tuesday, Sept. 2nd
• Tuesday, October 14
• Monday, December 1st
• Tuesday, February 17th
• Monday, April 6th

Picture Days

• Picture Day—Wednesday, Sept. 17
• Picture Retakes—Thursday, November, 6th

Schools Not in Session

• Labor Day: Monday, Sept. 1st
• Quarter Break: Monday, October 13th
• Thanksgiving: November 26-28
• Semester Break: Dec. 22nd -Jan 1st
• MLK, jr. Day: Monday, January 19th
• President’s Day: Monday, February 16th
• Spring Break: March 9-13
• Non School Day: Friday, April 3rd

Parent /Teacher Conferences

• Thursday, September 25, 2025
• Tuesday, September 30,2025
• Tuesday, February 24, 2026
• Thursday, February 26, 2026

It is your responsibility to contact the school office at 402-436-1218 if your child will be absent from school at any time. This includes late arrivals and early dismissals. An answering machine is available when the office is closed.

Please keep the office informed of address, phone number, or email changes. It is important for us to have up to date information to be able to contact you regarding your child.

Please know that students are expected to keep their cell phones in their lockers between the hours of 8:00 am – 3:00 pm. If a message cannot wait until after school, please call the main office.

In order to avoid classroom interruptions, parent deliveries and phone messages for students will be held in the main office. Students will be notified to pick up messages and/or items up during lunch or breaks.

Homework requests can be made through the office on the morning of the third day of an absence due to illness. Call the school before 9:00 am as teachers use their plan times to gather assignments. These assignments can be picked up in the office between 3:15- 4:00 pm that day. Parents and students are encouraged to check ParentVue or StudentVue for schoolwork they may have missed while absent. Students should check Google Classroom for content and missing assignments.

All visitors need to enter through Door #1, which is the main front door on the South side of the building by the flagpole. All other doors will be locked during the school day. Visitors will check in with our Secured Entrance Monitor and get a badge before entering the building. Parking is available for guests on the South side in the Visitor Parking area.

• More parents drive students to and from school during the first two weeks of school than any other time of the year.
• Please allow extra time and be patient during these first few weeks and the Pine Lake Road construction.
• Curbside drop off and pick up is safest for students.
• Vehicles may not park or stop for drop off/pick up within 75 feet of crosswalks.
• Students need this space to see if cars are coming before they enter the crosswalk.
• Students who walk or ride a bike to school should always cross in designated crosswalks and obey all traffic signals.
• Wear a helmet for safety if riding a bike and bring a padlock to secure it while at school. Rollerblades and skateboards are NOT allowed on school grounds.

StarTran does allow Lincoln Public Schools to sell bus passes at a reduced rate for students who qualify for Free or Reduced meals. In order to receive the reduced rate, we must receive permission to use the application for Free or reduced Meals information in order to confirm student eligibility for a reduced price bus pass.

This form must be completed and kept on file at your location for all students purchasing a reduced rate pass each school year. You may not purchase a reduced rate pass until you have this form on file, even if the student has received a reduced rate pass previously. This form can be found on the LPS Form Center.

The Scott Middle School Counseling Program provides a comprehensive, developmental program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development. Our counselors are professional school advocates who provide support to maximize student potential and academic achievement. In partnership with other Scott Middle School educators, parents, and the Scott community, our school counselors work to ensure that all students are prepared with the knowledge and skills to contribute at the highest level as productive members of society.

At Scott, our school counselors design and deliver a school counseling program that improves student outcomes. They lead, advocate and collaborate to promote equity and access for all students by connecting their school counseling program to the school’s academic mission and school improvement plan. Our counselors at Scott uphold the ethical and professional standards of ASCA and promote the development of the school counseling program based on the following areas of the ASCA National Model: define, deliver, manage and assess.

Serving the Population

Scott is the largest middle school within Lincoln Public Schools serving over 1,000 students. Each school counselor has a caseload between 320-360 students. At Scott, school counselors connect with students through a variety of methods but most common are classroom presentations, small instructional groups, and individual appointments.

Looping

We loop with our students. This means that school counselors remain with the same caseload all three years while at middle school. Looping provides the opportunity for relationships to be made with individual students and families.

Connecting

To connect with your child’s grade level school counselor, you can email or call the school. If your child would like to schedule an appointment to meet with their school counselor they can access their grade level counselor’s Google Classroom and complete the form.

Scott Counselors

• Shauna Green—6th Grade—sgreen@lps.org
• Kate PIttack—7th Grade—kpitta@lps.org
• Amber Cownie—8th Grade—acownie2@lps.org
• Liseth Herrera—part time—lherrera@lps.org

Did you know that Scott Middle School has a SCIP Team? SCIP stands for School Community Intervention and Prevention. SCIP is a program designed to bring together families, schools, and the community to support student behavior and emotional health. SCIP was developed by community representatives and concerned educators and was designed to assist students experiencing difficulty in the learning environment. Behaviors of concern may be depression, grief, self-harm, alcohol and/or drugs, bullying, violence, eating disorders, gambling, and/or video gaming addictions.

SCIP supports students by using a four-step process. Peers, parents, school staff, or community members observe a student exhibiting behaviors that interfere with learning (IDENTIFY). The SCIP team may involve the parents or students to express concerns about behaviors, seek solutions, and explore options that will increase the student’s opportunity to be successful in school (INVOLVE). When appropriate, the SCIP Team may offer a school counselor, faculty member, or a school program that can provide assistance. SCIP collaborates with community behavioral health agencies that can provide screenings at no cost to the student (ASSIST). Finally, the SCIP Team will continue to support the students in the school environment. The goal is to aid the student’s improvement (SUPPORT).

If you would like more information about the SCIP team at our school, please contact Amber Cownie, Team Leader at acownie2@lps.org, or Jesse Tvrdy, Principal at jtrvdy@lps.org

Our mission is to support students and staff through direct classroom needs, scholarships, incentives, charitable giving, building maintenance, after-school activities, guest speakers, educational field trips, and school-wide on-premises events. We do so through a series of fundraisers, corporate and private donations, and a network of parent volunteers. We are a 501c3 organization that works in conjunction with LPS and the LPS Foundation. If you’re interested in donating, volunteering, becoming a board member, or just have questions, contact us today!

Email: scottstarspto@gmail.com
Website: Scottstarspto.ptboard.com

Start the Day with School Breakfast

All schools across the district offer breakfast. Students have the choice of selecting a cold breakfast (ex: cereal) or a hot breakfast (ex: mini pancakes). In addition to the hot or cold breakfast entrée, a student will receive 100% fruit juice, low-fat milk, and an optional ½ serving of fruit.

Breakfast at Scott Middle School is $1.50 and is served from 7:30-7:53 am

Lunches

School lunch consists of two or more hot entrees, salad, or meatless entrees plus a salad, vegetable, fruit, and milk.

The lunch price is $2.70 per meal and the reduced price is .40 per meal. Students may purchase extra milk for .60 cents.

Food Allergies Requiring a Special Diet

You will need to complete the Medical Statement for Students with Special Nutritional Needs form. This form must be signed by a physician and turned in to the school Health Office for processing. Please plan on sending a meal with your child for three days after submitting the form. This allows staff time to order the foods necessary for your student’s diet.

Finger Scanning

Scott has a biometric finger scanning identification system in an effort to provide accurate student identification as well as faster meal service at breakfast and lunch.  This system eliminates the need for students to have to memorize and enter a six-digit number or carry a card to scan.

How does finger scanning identification work?

Each student’s finger will be scanned using a finger scanner. The software uses the scan to identify unique points on the finger and creates and stores individual templates that identify each student in a database.  Each time the student purchases a meal and scans his/her finger, the software will search for a match in its database to identify a student. 

What about our students’ privacy?

We are not fingerprinting students. The software does not store a copy of fingerprints.  Instead, it creates a template of unique points on the finger.  The template is converted to a unique identification number and is stored in the school’s database with the same high level of security as all of our records.  The templates are also protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).   FERPA is the Federal Law that protects all student records.  At no time are fingerprint images stored.  No fingerprint can be recreated or delivered to any agency governmental or otherwise. This new way of identifying our students is safe, easy, accurate, efficient, and secure.

Beginning with Open House on August 11th,  we will be scanning the fingers of all 6th grade students and students new to LPS/Scott. Students that have been previously enrolled at Scott will not need to have their finger scanned this year. This will also continue into the first week of school as needed.  If you decide that you would not like your student to participate in the finger scan please notify the school office.  Additional information regarding biometric finger scanning can be found on the Nutrition Services website at lps.org

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Andrew Ashelford, Director of Nutrition Services, at aashelf@lps.org or 402-436-1742.

Starting July 14th parents and guardians will verify their child(ren)’s enrollment information through the online parent portal, ParentVUE. This annual process was formerly completed on a paper census form, which parents/guardians had to review, update and return to the office. You must have an LPS ParentVUE account to complete this process. (Activation is a one-time setup).

To create your ParentVUE account, please contact your school office for an activation key.

Your ParentVUE account will be used for the duration of the time you have a student in LPS. Note that you will need a valid email address to create your ParentVUE Account. If you do not have one, you may obtain a free email account through services such as Google.

If you already use ParentVUE, there is nothing more you need to do to prepare. You will be ready to complete the annual Online Registration Verification process when it opens on July 14th. If you have previously activated your ParentVUE account, but can’t remember your password, you can reset it online at https://synergyvue.lps.org/

The Scott Middle School Student Handbook is available to review

It can also be found by visiting scott.lps.org and clicking on the “Handbook” link located in the right-hand column beneath the “Essentials” heading.

Scott Middle School will be charging $6.00 for any student issued LPS lock that needs to be replaced. The lock fee will be added to your students account and available in ParentVue.

PARENTS MAY NOT BRING OUTSIDE FOOD IN FOR ANY STUDENT OTHER THAN YOUR OWN CHILD. This is in violation of federal lunch guidelines. While parents are welcome to bring lunch to their children, we do not allow outside food vendors to make deliveries for children at school. Office staff will not accept such deliveries.  The office will not be accepting food deliveries for students the last week of school.

Clothing must be appropriate for school settings in order to provide a safe and orderly environment for all students to learn. The responsibility for the dress and grooming of a student rests primarily with the student and his or her parents or guardians, although, the school administration maintains the right to determine the appropriateness or suitability of any student attire.

Allowable Dress and Grooming

• Students must wear clothing including both a shirt with pants or skirt, or the equivalent and shoes.
• Shirts and dresses must have fabric in the front, back, and on the sides. Fabric covering all private parts must not be see through.
• Clothing must cover undergarments and all private parts. – All tops must have straps – All tops must meet the top of the pants. Wearing pants below the waistline is not allowed.
• Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, wood shop, and other activities where unique hazards exist.
• Head wear is allowable as long as it follows other areas of the dress code and the student is easily identifiable.
• Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms or safety gear.

Non-Allowable Dress and Grooming

• Clothing may not depict, advertise or advocate the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other controlled substances.
• Students may wear hoodies, but must keep the hood off their heads. Considerations will be made for students who wear special clothing as required by religious beliefs, disability, or convey a particular message protected by law.
• Dressing, grooming, or engaging in speech that is lewd or indecent, vulgar, or plainly offensive.
• Clothing may not use or depict hate speech targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation or any other protected groups.
• Clothing, including gang identifiers, must not threaten the health or safety of any other student or staff (examples include bandanas, gang signs).
• If the student’s attire or grooming threatens the health or safety of any other person, then discipline for dress or grooming violations should be consistent with discipline policies for similar violations.
• Clothing with words, pictures, or phrases that depicts violence or intimidation may not be worn (examples include images of guns, knives and any other items generally considered to be a weapon).

Students who are in violation of the school dress code will:

1. Be educated on the reason this clothing is not allowed in a school setting, and when possible be given the opportunity to remove the item(s).
2. Be given the opportunity to change into school issued clothing in order to find items that are appropriate to wear.
3. When the first two are not viable options, the student’s parent will be contacted to bring appropriate clothing for the student to change into.
4. Repeated violations could result in school consequences.
5. Students will not be allowed to return to classes until they are in compliance with the school dress code.

NOTE: Schools may communicate additional information on dress code expectations to students and parents/guardians.

Lincoln Public Schools uses a uniform system for calculating grades in all subject areas in all grades in middle and high school.

80% of the student’s grade will be based on summative assessments and assignments (i.e.tests, exams, major projects and long-term assignments that assess and evaluate student learning).

20% of the student’s grade will be based on formative work (i.e. homework that monitors ongoing learning).

Rationale:

• This will create a consistent grading template in all secondary grades and courses.
• This will maintain the emphasis on the importance of summative tests and work
  while also emphasizing the value of quality, practice,and homework in the learning process.

The grading scale is as follows:

• A = 90–100
• B = 80–89
• C = 70–79
• D = 60–69
• F = 0–59

Interested in being a mentor?

If you are interested in volunteering your time contact the TeamMate Office at 402-436-1990

Media Center

An after-school homework opportunity for students who wish to study or read is available in our Media Center from 3:00-3:50 p.m. The Media Center is not open the first week of school.

Jazz

Jazz bands are open to 7th and 8th-grade students. Mrs. Falcone will be teaching both  jazz bands this year. Audition music will be available when school begins in August.

Flute Choir

Mrs. Murphy-Robb will be teaching this group. This is for anyone in 7th and 8th grade who plays the flute. We also have piccolo and alto flute and hope to use those as well! More information will be available when school starts in August.

Clarinet Choir

This is for anyone in 7th and 8th grade who plays the clarinet. We will use the bass clarinet and maybe even the alto clarinet as well! More information will be available when school starts in August.

Strings

Strings meet Monday and Wednesday after school, contact Mr. Hoffman for more information.

MathCounts

Do you like solving complex math problems? Join our meeting after school from 3:00-4:00 pm (day TBA).  Mathcounts is led by Mr. Rezac 

Green Team

If you want to help make Scott a more environmentally responsible place, then the Green Team is for you!  We’ll look at ways to help Scott recycle, compost, and use materials in efficient ways to help support our environment. We’ll meet Wednesdays from 3-3:30 PM in Room 214. Students from all grades are welcome along with ideas on how to positively impact the world around us. Please see Mrs. Noser or Mr. Kanara if you have any questions.

Science Olympiad

If you like science, engineering, and problem-solving, then this is the club for you. We meet weekly and attend several competitions to test our understanding of a variety of science concepts. There will be an informational meeting in the fall with more details, but if you want more information about what we study, go to SOINC.org and search for B division (middle school).  Bring a friend and join us!

Student Council

Scott STARS Student Council is ready to help make Scott Middle School a SAFE & FUN space for all.   You will advise and implement many projects throughout the year. New members from all grades are welcome. We will meet two Friday mornings each month, with more information available once school starts.

TIE Club

Teens Influencing Equity (TIE) is the multicultural club at Scott Middle School. Members of this club focus on multicultural and equity issues as they relate to Scott Middle School. A major activity for the club is planning a special program that honors both Dr.  Martin Luther King, Jr. and a community person who has worked toward helping to carry on the realm of Dr. King.  The club sponsors at least one community service project a year. All students are invited to join. TIE Club meets before school starting at 7:15 am (day TBA) 

Technology Club

Technology Club will expose students to working with computer materials in efficient ways to help support and offer students an opportunity to collaborate with other students. Technology Club will allow students to explore Minecraft and other resources. We will meet on Mondays in the Media Center from 3-3:45 PM.

Art Club

The Scott Middle School Art Club is a safe place to meet artsy students in a creative, fun, and supportive atmosphere. We explore artists, art styles, and art media together and work towards exploring our own creative style. Listen to the announcements to learn when applications will be available for this popular club!

Complete Free and Reduced Meal Applications Starting July 22, 2025

Lincoln Public Schools will begin accepting free and reduced meal applications for the 2025-2026 school year starting July 22th.

A new free and reduced meal application must be completed each school year. They do not automatically renew! Families who may be eligible for free or reduced-price meal benefits must submit a new application each new school year (July 1 or after) to determine eligibility. You must reapply each new school year.

If we do not receive a new application for the current school year, your children will lose their previous year’s meal status and return to paid status. Families who receive a letter from Lincoln Public School Nutrition Services Department stating that their children have been Direct Certified for free meal benefits do not need to complete an application- however, please make sure all the school-age children in your home are included in this letter. If one or more of your children are not listed, please call the Nutrition Services office at 402-436-1746.

Complete this year’s Free and Reduced Meal Application online at www.lps.org. Under “Popular Pages” on the left-hand side of the screen, click on “Free/Reduced Meal Application”. Then click on the online application picture and follow the easy-to-use, step-by-step screens to submit your application for processing. The online application is fast and secure taking only one to two
working days to process.

Paper applications may take as long as ten (10) working days to process. Parents/Guardians are responsible for paying for school meals or supplying a sack lunch from home until meal benefits have been determined.

FREE AND REDUCED QUESTIONS: 402-436-1746 or email freeandreduced@lps.org

CAFETERIA ACCOUNT/ONLINE PAYMENT SUPPORT: 402-436-1743 or email foodzone@lps.org

HIRING FOOD SERVICE WORKER POSITIONS

Would you like a job that allows you to work only on the days when your child is in school with great pay and health insurance benefits? We currently have four-, five-, and six-hour positions available. Apply online at LPS.org.

STUDENT MEAL PRICING:

• Elementary Breakfast : $1.30
• Elementary Lunch  $2.50
• Middle School Breakfast  &1.50
• Middle School Lunch  &2.70
• High School Breakfast  $1.50
• High School Lunch  $2.85
• Reduced Breakfast ( all grades)  .30 cents
• Reduced Lunch (all grades)  .40 cents
• Milk carton ( all meals)  .60 cents     

A NEW FREE AND REDUCED MEAL APPLICATION IS REQUIRED EACH SCHOOL YEAR

Families who may be eligible for free or reduced-price meal benefits must submit a new application each new school year (July 1 or after) to determine eligibility. You must reapply each new school year.

ONLINE FREE AND REDUCED APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE JULY 22nd

The free and reduced meal application will be available online at LPS.org. The online application is fast and secure, and takes only one to two working days to process. When you apply online and have an email address registered with LPS, you will receive an email notification as soon as your application has been processed.  Families who received a letter this summer from Lincoln Public Schools Nutrition Services Department stating that their children have been Direct Certified for free or reduced meal benefits do not need to complete an application.  Please make sure all the school age children in your home are included in this letter. If one or more of your children are not listed, please call the Nutrition Services office at 402-436-1746.  Paper applications may take as long as ten (10) working days to process. Nutrition Services is not responsible for lost paper applications. Free and reduced meal benefits may allow a family to receive fee waiver benefits.

PRE-PAYMENTS

Can be made online by following the link on the LPS homepage and clicking “Buy Student Meals” or by sending payment with your student to school.  Many parents enjoy the convenience of depositing money into cafeteria accounts using the online prepayment system. Registered users may add funds for all students in their family at one time using this system. Purchases may be made using either your checking account information or VISA, MasterCard or Discover credit cards (nominal transaction fees apply).  Cash or check are accepted at each school.  If you choose to send cash or check with your student, please include a note indicating your student’s name and student ID number.

MEAL CHARGES

No student will be denied a school meal if their meal account is zero or negative. The student will be served from the regular menu and the appropriate meal price (reduced or paid) will be added to the student account. If the student’s account is zero or negative, the student may not charge a second meal, an extra entrée or any a la carte items.

Families are encouraged to regularly check their account balance and track their child’s spending to prevent negative meal balances. It is the responsibility of the student’s family to provide the funds for the child’s meal. Negative balances are expected to be paid in full each school year.  When negative balances reach $10 or more families will receive notification of charges via a Negative Balance letter or automated phone call.  Automated phone calls will continue until the negative balance has been paid.  Unpaid meal charges are carried over at the end of the school year. The negative balance will remain in the school meal software until it is three years past due. After three years the negative meal balance will be moved to the student’s account in the student information system (Synergy).  It is important to keep contact information (address, email and phone number) current with LPS. 

LPS ONLINE MENUS

MealViewer is the online tool LPS uses to post menus for all schools. View menus on your computer by visiting the LPS homepage and clicking on “School Menus”. Schools are listed alphabetically. Create your own profile by saving your student’s school, or simply “X” to bypass this option and go straight to the menus. Download the mobile app for menu information on the go. Search for “MealViewer to Go” in the App Store or Google Play Store.

FOOD ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL DIETS FOR MEDICAL REASONS

The “Medical Statement for Students Requiring Special Meals” is   available online at LPS.org.  This form must be completed, signed by a Physician and faxed to Nutrition Services (402-436-1775) or dropped off at your child’s school. After submitting the form, please plan to send a meal with your child for up to three days so that our staff has time to order the foods necessary to accommodate your student’s diet restrictions. If you submitted a form last school year and your child’s diet has not changed, nothing further needs to be done. We will continue to provide the diet as ordered last school year.  Call 402-436-175 with questions.

FREE & REDUCED QUESTIONS

402-436-1746 or email freeandreduced@lps.org

CAFETERIA ACCOUNT/ONLINE PAYMENT SUPPORT

402-436-1743 or email foodzone@lps.org

This message contains important updates and information regarding the LPS Parental Acknowledgement (PA), the Student Responsible Use Agreement (RUA) and the Chromebook Assurance Program (CAP). 

Parental Acknowledgement (PA)

Parental Acknowledgement is required for each student to use approved LPS Instructional Technology Tools (including Chromebooks).

RETURNING STUDENTS

Parent/Guardian PA decisions from last school year will be honored for the next school year. No further action is required by parents/guardians.

INCOMING 6TH/9TH GRADE STUDENTS

Parent/Guardian PA decisions from last school year will be honored for the next school year.  Parents/Guardians will be presented with the option to reaffirm their decision as part of the online registration verification process.

NEWLY ENROLLED STUDENTS

A parent/guardian PA decision will be included as part of the online registration process.

Responsible Use Agreement (RUA)

Students are not required to sign a document to retrieve/receive a Chromebook but should become familiar with the RUA found at http://lps.org/go/RUA. By signing into a Chromebook, students agree to the terms of the LPS Responsible Use Agreement.

Chromebook Assurance Program (CAP)

LPS is committed to protecting students and families from full financial responsibility for Chromebook repairs and/or replacement. CAP covers any Chromebook, charger, and carrying case assigned to the student against damage and/or loss. The participation fee covers future repairs up to the LPS cost for a full replacement of the assigned device.  

More details about CAP can be found at http://lps.org/go/CAP.

Chromebook Check Out

6th, 7th, and 8th graders will check out a Chromebook the first week of school.

A commitment to academic achievement and the success of our students in everyday life.

In order to support students who would benefit from academic intervention, Scott Middle School has developed a multi-tiered system to support students. Multi-tiered Systems of Support-Academic will help students be successful with:

• Developing academic and life skills
• Practicing and completing meaningful work
• Building confidence
• Decreasing stress
• Increasing parent communication/engagement

Tier 1—Study Zone in the Library

After-School Study Time—Available for all students on a voluntary basis

• Monday–Friday
• 3:00 p.m.–3:50 p.m. (Students are not required to stay until 3:50 PM)

Tier 2—Homework Zone  

Teachers assign Homework Zone as a gentle reminder that completed assignments are an expectation of Scott students.

• Monday—Thursday
• 3:00 p.m.—3:30 p.m. (Students are required to stay until 3:30 PM)
• Parents will be notified by their child for each class they are assigned   homework zone.  
• Students will stay after school the same day they are assigned.

Scott Middle School offers a full year of after-school intramural, co-curricular athletics- soccer, volleyball, cross country, girls’ and boys’ basketball, and track. Games and practice information is read on the daily announcements and is for 7th and 8th-grade students only.  A permission slip must be signed by a parent/guardian and returned to Mr. Henninger before a student may participate. Permission forms can be found on the Activities tab under Scott Athletics as well as paper copies in the main office.

All students are expected to follow these guidelines for participation. 

GOOD Sportsmanship is expected of all Scott Middle School Athletes and students.

• As a student athlete, the school work comes before athletics. Students involved in intramurals are expected to maintain their academic work and take care of their classroom responsibilities first
• All athletes are expected to abide by LPSDO student rules as outlined in The Responsibilities of Students Code.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct at practices, games, toward teammates, referees, coaches or other teams may result in removal from practices, competitions, loss of participation for the season or loss of eligibility for the remainder of the year.
• Students should come to practice to learn skills and have fun.
• Students should notify their coach if they cannot attend a practice
• Students should report to practice by 3:05 p.m. and be dressed for practice by 3:10 p.m.
• Students should have a pass from a teacher if they are going to be late for practice.
• Student who are suspended out of school may not participate in intramurals or other activities white they are on suspension.  Students on out-of-school suspension on Friday may not participate in Saturday activities.
• Students on in-school suspension can participate in intramural activities after they have returned to classes.
• Scott intramural jerseys will be used during competitions.  Lost jerseys will be replaced by the student at cost.
• Intramural athletic activities are held at various middle schools and high schools in Lincoln.

…as of June 2025

Hello Scott Music Students and families:

Below you will find all of our performances that take place outside of the school day. We wanted you to have this information as soon as possible as these dates are required of students and family calendars can fill quickly. If you have any questions, please send us an email.

Band 6th/7th grade = Sandy Murphy-Robb smurphy4@lps.org
Band 8th grade/Department Liaison = Lori Falcone lfalcone@lps.org
Choir 6th–8th = Sheri Fraley sfraley@lps.org
Orchestra 6th–8th = Alex Hoffman ahoffma3@lps.org

WINTER CONCERTS: Scott Multipurpose Room

• DEC 2 (Tu) Vocal Concert
  • Dress Rehearsal for this event 3:00 – 4:00
  • 6th, 7th, 8th grade starts at 6:00 pm
• DEC 4 (Th) Band Concerts
  • 6th at 6:00 pm
  • 7th at 7:00 pm
  • 8th at 8:00 pm
• DEC 9 (Tu) Orchestra Concerts
  • 6th at 6:00 pm
  • 7th at 7:00 pm
  • 8th at 8:00 pm

MID SPRING EVENTS and FESTIVALS: Various Locations

• JAN 22 (Th) LPS MS Vocal Music Festival @ Lincoln North Star HS
• MAR 3 (Tu) 8th Grade Solo & Ensemble Band/Orch Festival @ Lefler 5:00 PM
• MAR 19 (Th) 6th Band/Orch All City Festival Concert @ LNW, 7:00pm
• MAR 26 (Th) 6th-7th Solo & Ensemble Band/Orch @ Scott, 3:30 pm
• APR 7 (Tu) Scott Vocal Recital 6:30 p.m @ Scott, Room 202

LARGE GROUP CONTESTS: Various Locations

• APR 28 (Tu) 8th Grade Band Contest at Lux: Time TBA
• APR 30 (Th) 8th Grade Orchestra Contest at Scott: Time TBA
  • Volunteer opportunities for 7th/8th graders

SPRING CONCERTS: Scott Multipurpose Room

• MAY 5 (Tu) Band Concert
  • 6th at 6:00 pm
  • 7th at 7:00 pm
  • 8th at 8:00 pm
• MAY 8 (F) Swingin’ with the Stars
  • Flute-Clarinet Choirs & Jazz Bands @ 7:00 PM
• MAY 12 (Tu) Vocal Concert
  • Dress Rehearsal for this event 3:00 – 4:00
  • 6th, 7th, 8th Grade starts at 6:00 pm
• MAY 14 (Th) Orchestra Concerts
  • 6th at 6:00 pm
  • 7th at 7:00 pm
  • 8th at 8:00 pm

New Staff Members:

• Liseth Herrera: Part-time Counselor
• Kirsten Smith: Science
• Cassidy Sostad: Math
• Abigail Gerber: Art
• Jill McKillip: Security Entrance Monitor
• Caleigh Roll: School Nurse
• Penny Bowden: Health Tech.
• Eileen Lindgren: Recovery Room Para
• Maggie Dolan: Special Education Para
• Troy Baker: School Psychologist

Retired Staff Members:

• Carrie Burkey
• Mark Patton
• Tausha Armbruster
• Kathy Fergen
• Martha Ross
• Brian Albrecht

Traditionally, one of the rituals families participate in as they prepare for the new school year is to purchase school supplies. In accordance with the Nebraska Constitution and state and federal law, Lincoln Public Schools provides free, public education to all students. This generally means the district provides the supplies needed for instruction at no cost to students. This includes textbooks, pencils, erasers, crayons, glue, scissors, paper, notebooks, tissues, etc. For this reason, you do not need to send school supplies for your child’s individual use at school but are welcome to if you would like. You are NOT required to purchase any of these items, but you may wish to purchase and donate some items to your child’s classroom. We ask that you do not put your child’s name on any items. All items purchased will be graciously accepted as a donation to the school and will be shared by all students within the classroom.

The mission of Scott Middle School is to promote student achievement though community building, equitable instruction, and consistent supports for all students.