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Luhr wins Distinguished Education Administrator Award

Norfolk Public Schools is proud to announce that Mary Luhr, Director of Student Programs, has received the Distinguished Special Education Administrator award from the Nebraska Association of Special Education Supervisors.


Mary Luhr has been at NPS for 16 years, most recently serving as the Director of Student Services. 


“Mary’s dedication to our students with special…


NPS to hold Parent Presentation

Norfolk Public Schools will be hosting Mr. Mike Donahue, Founder and Director of Value Up, a
motivational company that focuses on positive school culture. Mr. Donahue will present his message to 
our middle school, junior high and senior high students. He will also have a presentation open to
parents and community members.


Value Up is a motivational company based in…


2024-2025 Updated Budget Information

2024-2025 Draft Budget Summary

2024-2025 Draft Budget Presentation

Public Notice for 8/26 Board…


September 2024 Award For Excellence Winner

Norfolk Public Schools is pleased to announce that Neta Lowe, Science Teacher, Norfolk Senior High, was the recipient of the NPS Award for Excellence for September 2024.

Thank you, Neta Lowe, for your dedication, hard work, and service to our students, staff, and the NPS community!

Listed below are excerpts from some of the submitted narratives…


Leah Kasuske, Winner of PTI Teacher Appreciation Contest

PTI Nebraska recently had a Teacher Appreciation Contest where parents and students were able to nominate a teacher who they think deserves to be recognized for all the great things they do for their students. The winning teacher gets a $500 gift card for their classroom. 

Mrs. Leah Kasuske, 5th grade Teacher, was nominated by a past student, Corrin Rodriguez and was the winner of the contest.…


NPS Earns Diamond Badge for School Safety

Norfolk Public Schools earns ‘Diamond Badge’ School Safety and Security Certification 


Norfolk Public Schools was recently awarded the Diamond Badge School Safety and Security Certification from the Nebraska Department of Education. The badge certification is from the ‘Place School Safety First’ initiative and recognizes schools who meet the highest standards of safety…


2024-2025 Back to School Information

Welcome back! We are looking forward to a great year! 

*Dates/Times/Details subject to change*

*For the 2024/2025 school year, Group A will begin school on Monday, August 12th and Group B, will begin school on Tuesday, August 13th. Information will be sent via your Infinite Campus account for your family's first day. All students will report to school on Wednesday, August 14th. *Little…


NPS Job Fair

NPS is hosting a Job Fair on Monday, July 22nd, from 4p-6p at Central Office, 512. W. Phillip Ave. Come and visit with our team to learn about exciting job opportunities!

Interviews will be conducted on site. Current openings include: 

Paraprofessionals 

-Classrooms

-Special Education

Custodians

Full-time positions (35+ hours/week) include paid health/dental…


Updated Public Comment Guidelines

Updated guidelines for the Public Comment period of the Norfolk Public Schools Board of Education Meetings. 

Public Comment Guidelines


Online Registration

Norfolk Public Schools will implement Online Registration for the 2024-2025 school year. All families will be required to complete their annual student updates and release agreements via the Campus Parent Portal. Online Registration will open on July 15, 2024. At least one parent/guardian per household will need to have an active Campus Parent Portal account by this date.

Please take a moment…