December 15, 2017

CALENDAR UPDATE Dec 25-Jan 5 NO SCHOOL Jan 8 School Resumes Jan 15 NO SCHOOL Jan 26 Movie Night 5:30@ Wheeler Jan 29 PTA Meeting 6:00 Feb 1 3rd gr Music Program 7:00 @ Wheeler Feb 8 Conferences 4:15-8:15 Feb 13 Conferences 4:15-8:15 Feb 14 Valentine’s Day party 1:15-2:00 Feb15-Conferences 12:00-4:15 Feb 15-19 NO SCHOOL

FOR YOUR INFORMATION Phone Numbers: Wheeler Office Healthkri Room Kid’s Network Counselor (Tues. Fri and every other Wed.)

402-715-6250 402-715-6251 402-991-6794 402-715-6255

School Hours: M, T, Th, F: 8:30 AM to 3:45 PM Wednesday Only: 8:30 AM to 2:15 PM Visit Millard Public Schools Website at www.mpsomaha.org Wheeler on social media: http://wheeler.mpsomaha.org, @wheeler_mps,#wheelerway, FB @WheelerWildcatsWorld

Millard Board of Education Mike Pate,Treasurer Linda Poole, Secretary Amanda McGill Johnson Dave Anderson, Vice President Mike Kennedy, President Jim Sutfin, Superintendent

WHEELER SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS BE SAFE, RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE AND A PROBLEM SOLVER

MESSAGE FROM MRS. LOGAN Dear Wheeler Community, It is with mixed emotions that I share this news with you. During the 2018-2019 school year I will begin serving as the principal of Holling Heights Elementary School. It is an opportunity that I have embraced with excitement and hope for the future of Wheeler. I have been privileged and humbled over the last ten years to learn and grow from a world-class staff, extraordinary students and committed families. Wheeler’s excellence is deep rooted. The tradition of excellence will continue long into the future. I will communicate with you as soon as the new Principal of Wheeler is hired. I know this individual will be in excellent hands and provide unique strengths that will allow Wheeler to thrive to a new level of greatness. I am committed to lead Wheeler with dedication andcjha passion for the remainder of this school year. Thank you for your endless support. Tracy Logan

Interested in Subbing for Millard Public Schools? Apply to become a Local Substitute for MPS! Millard Public Schools is seeking substitute teacher candidates who are able to fulfill the requirements for Nebraska Local Substitute permits. Nebraska Dept. of Education Local Substitute Permit Requirements: • Completion of 60 semester credit hours of college coursework • Completion of a Professional Education Course • Completion of the Human Relations Training Requirement • Written request from the Superintendent for issuance of the certificate for a specific School District •

For more information please visit: https://dc2.education.ne.gov/tc_interactive_teaching2/TeachingLocalSubPermit.aspx

are able to meet the above requirements please apply here. If you https://millard.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Must work a minimum of five (5) days per school year. Curriculum Materials Community Review Opportunity Who: All MPS community members are invited What: Open House to review the proposed curriculum materials for PK-12 Language Arts and 9-12 Family Consumer Science When: January 18th from 6:30PM-8:00PM or January 23rd from 6:30PM-8:00PM Where: Ron Witt Support Service Center -Entrance A 13737 Industrial Rd Omaha, NE 68137

From our PTA: Congratulations to Mrs Polacek! Her class won the November collection contest. In the running for the year end collection, Mrs Wurtele is in first place, followed by Mrs Sobotka and Miss Petersson. Great work Wheeler wildcats! Don’t forget that ALL Campbells labels must be turned in BY December 22 and all Hyvee receipts must be dated between 9/1/17 and 12/31/17. Thanks for supporting your PTA!

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Spirit wear Fridays!! Every Friday, show your Wheeler spirit! Wear any Wheeler shirt, or a red or blue shirt & show your wildcat pride! Go Wheeler Wildcats!

Millard Public Schools Developmental Screening for Children Birth - 5 Years Old

Do you have concerns about your child’s development?? Millard Public Schools Early Childhood Special Education is offering a “Developmental Screening” for children from newborn to 5 years of age. These screenings are for families that are concerned about the development of their young children. Some areas the screenings will cover are: speech and language development, physical skills, play skills, behavior, vision, hearing, and other development needs areas. Screenings will be provided at no cost.

To schedule an appointment: Call Christine McKinney at 402-597-4948 Or e-mail: [email protected]

When:

January 23rd 2018 8:30-11:30 a.m. Where:

Millard Foundations Building 5225 S. 159th Ave Omaha, NE 68135 Walk-ins are welcome!!

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Winter Break Activities  Kids

 Teens

 Adults

 All ages

R Registration required

Dr. Oxygen Science  Wed | Dec 27 | 2 pm

Winter Break Fun Day  Thurs | Jan 4 | 11 am–2 pm

Zoo to You  Thurs | Dec 28 | 2 pm

Winter Break Maker Day R Thurs | Jan 4 | 1 pm

Milton R. Abrahams Branch | 5111 N. 90th St.

Milton R. Abrahams Branch | 5111 N. 90th St.

Millard Branch Escape Room R Wed-Fri | Jan 3-5 | 1-4 pm

Millard Branch | 13214 Westwood Ln.

Winter Break Maker Day: Stress Relievers R Wed | Jan 3 | 1 pm South Omaha Library | 2808 Q St.

W. Dale Clark Main Library | 215 S. 15th St.

South Omaha Library | 2808 Q St.

Winter fun Day R Thurs | Jan 4 | 2 pm

Milton R. Abrahams Branch | 5111 N. 90th St.

Teen Winter Break Double Feature  Sat | Jan 6 | Noon-4 pm

Milton R. Abrahams Branch | 5111 N. 90th St.