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North Platte Public Schools staff continue raising concerns at board meetings
North Platte Post
NPPS Staff, Administrators Criticize Board Culture During Public Comments
Several North Platte Public Schools staff members and administrators voiced concerns Monday night about the direction and culture of the district during public comments at the Board of Education meeting. North Platte High School Principal Cory Spotanski told board members he believes recent board discussions have shifted away from student-focused...
North Platte Bulletin
High school locked down but no danger found
North Platte High School was placed in a secure state at 11:58 a.m. Monday, following a threatening swatting phone call reporting a potential danger outside of the building. Law enforcement responded and worked alongside school officials while district safety protocols were followed, district spokesman Brandon Peterson said. The lock-down was...
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North Platte school board discusses elementary class sizes for upcoming year
A major part of the conversation centered around providing adequate support for special education students and ensuring schools have the proper staffing, resources and programs in place to meet a wide range of student needs.
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North Platte High placed in SECURE after threatening call; no danger found
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte High School was placed in a SECURE status late Monday morning after a threatening swatting phone call reported a potential danger outside the school, but police later determined there was no threat, according to an update from school officials. NPHS Principal Cory Spotanski...
North Platte Bulletin
NP school board touches on expected increases in enrollment
The North Platte public school board held a lengthy discussion Monday about enrollment, class sizes, and building capacity. Board President Emily Garrick said the discussion was not about consolidating buildings, but about looking at data, trends, housing growth, and future district needs. Overall, North Platte’s elementary school buildings have room...
North Platte Bulletin
St. Patrick underclass students honored
Student achievement was recognized in several subject and activity areas on May 5 at St. Pat’s Middle-High School during the annual Spring Underclassmen Honors Assembly. Principal Deacon Kevin Fuller served as moderator of the assembly and presented certificates to more than 100 students who were on the Honor Roll for at least one quarter during the year.
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North Platte Community College marks 60 years at commencement ceremony
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte Community College celebrated 60 years of education and opportunity as the Class of 2026 crossed the stage during commencement ceremonies. Family, friends, faculty and community members gathered to honor the graduates and recognize their hard work and achievements as they prepare to begin...
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Canvas outages hit Mid-Plains Community College
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Mid-Plains Community College confirmed it was impacted by the cyberattack involving the Canvas learning platform, which the college uses to post course content and other instructional tools. The college said the timing — overlapping with finals week — meant the disruption had minimal impact on...
Sand Hills Express
Area students achieve performance recognitions at NSAA district music
Area students took part in NSAA District Music recently, among students from across the state performing. Several achieved Outstanding Performance and Honorable Mention Award recognition as a result of their efforts. Below are the students from the KCNI/KBBN listening area recognized. View full results from NSAA District Music at this...
North Platte Post
MPCC to Recognize First Graduating Class of North Platte College
North Platte, Neb. – Mid-Plains Community College will recognize the 1967 graduating class of North Platte College during its commencement ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday inside the McDonald-Belton Gymnasium. The recognition will conclude a yearlong celebration marking 60 years of the college in North Platte. The journey to establish...
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North Platte seniors walk halls of former schools before graduation
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte High School seniors visited the elementary and middle schools they once attended ahead of their graduation this weekend. The tradition kicked off this morning at McDonald Elementary, where younger students lined the halls holding handmade signs reading “Way to Go” and cheering on the soon-to-be graduates.
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North Platte Bulletin
NP school board hears report on Adams Middle School
The North Platte Public school board met April 30 and agreed to let school out a little earlier than expected on the final day — Wednesday, May 13 — and considered student performance at Adams Middle School. Board members met for a “committee of the whole” work session....
North Platte Bulletin
Community college commencement to recognize 1967 grads of North Platte College
Mid-Plains Community College will recognize the 1967 graduating class of North Platte College during its commencement ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday inside the McDonald-Belton gymnasium on the south campus. The recognition concludes a year-long celebration of the 60th anniversary of the college in North Platte. The journey to establish a...
foxnebraska.com
Maxwell High grad Leandra Chapman pursues pharmacist career after finding her calling
North Platte, Neb — For Leandra Chapman, a Maxwell High School graduate, the path to becoming a pharmacist came into focus only after years of building a career, gaining leadership experience and raising a family. “I finally discovered what I wanted to be when I grew up,” Chapman said....
centralnebraskatoday.com
“Godspeed” to the Lexington High School Class of 2026
LEXINGTON — The Lexington High School Class of 2026 were wished “Godspeed” as they began their journey following graduation, which took place on Sunday, May 2. The Class of 2026 numbered 199 students and selected “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough,” by Mae West as their class motto.
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North Platte Public Schools Board reviews suspension procedures
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - North Platte Public Schools Board members reviewed short-term suspension procedures during Thursday night’s meeting. LB 653 focuses on how students and families are notified and involved in the process. Under the policy, students and their parents, guardians, or educational decision-makers must receive both oral...