District News

Excitement and energy fill the halls as students and staff kick off a year of learning. Get a look at moments from our first week of classes across our district.

As our 2026-30 Strategic Plan moves into its first full school year, literacy remains our central focus. Plus, an Omaha Public Schools graduate returns to teach in the classroom where she was once a student.

With Omaha Public Schools 2026-30 Strategic Plan guiding our work, literacy remains a top priority as staff work toward our district’s Moonshot goal: every student reading on grade level by 2030.

An Omaha Public Schools graduate returns to Crestridge Elementary as a Dual Language teacher, now working alongside her former first grade teacher.

Meet a community organization passionate about mentorship and literacy. Learn how members are taking an active role in achieving our district's Moonshot goal, both as employees and as community supporters.

Find resources, tips and important information to set your student up for success from day one. “When students and families feel connected, supported and prepared, students are better positioned to learn and succeed."

As summer comes to a close, our district prepares for a new school year full of learning and growth. Learn everything you need to know for the back-to-school season in this month's edition.

Summer learning and reading opportunities keep our Moonshot moving forward, plus students across our district collaborate to bring "Matilda the Musical" to the stage.

Students, staff and alumni collaborate to make magic happen in "Matilda the Musical" at Benson High.  

“We're doing everything we can to bridge that gap and to get everybody reading on grade level, whether they're in third grade or a senior in high school."

Students, staff and families gathered to honor graduating seniors at celebrations across our city. We are #OPSProud to celebrate our students' incredible accomplishments!

Students honored at our 2026 Top Seniors Recognition Event share the impact of their Omaha Public Schools education as they look toward graduation.

North High and Westview High academies and pathways recieve national recognition, and a school community shows up in a big way for a graduating senior in this month's edition.

"It not only shows that North is growing, but the hard work of all these individuals put into making it the best program it can possibly be."

Buena Vista High student Trent Burton's life was upended by a medical emergency. With the support of school staff, friends and family, he's preparing to walk across the stage at graduation.