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BPS Community NewsJanuary/February 2016

BPS Lied Activity Center (Winter) Youth Volleyball League3rd & 4th Grade and 5th & 6th Grade Girls

Registrations will be taken through February 21, 2016 or until teams are full, at the BPS Lied Activity Center, 2700 Arboretum Drive. (Hwy. 370 & Fort Crook Road)

Objectives: To teach volleyball fundamentals, stress good sportsmanship and to HAVE FUN! (It is recommended that each player bring her own knee pads).

Cost: $35.00 for members/$55.00 for non-members (Includes T-shirt)

Dates: Tuesday Evenings - March 1, 8, 15, 29, and April 5

Times: 6:15 – 7:45 p.m.

Location: BPS Lied Activity Center __________________________________________________________________

BPS Lied Activity Center (Winter) K-2nd Grade Boys and GirlsYouth Basketball League

Registrations will be taken through April 3, 2016 or until teams are full, at the BPS Lied Activity Center, 2700 Arboretum Drive (Hwy. 370 & Fort Crook Road)

Objectives: To teach basketball fundamentals, stress good sportsmanship, and to HAVE FUN!

Cost: $35.00 members/$55.00 non-members (Includes T-Shirt)

Dates: Tuesdays - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10

Times: Kindergarten 6:00-7:00 p.m.1st and 2nd Grade 6:00-7:00 p.m. or 7:00-8:00 p.m.

Location: All games and practices will be at the BPS Lied Activity Center.

BPS Lied Activity Center Fitness Classes

The BPS Lied Center has a variety of fitness classes to meet your goals. Classes include Kettlebell, Fusion, Yoga, Real Strength, Tai Chi, Aqua Programming and Senior Fitness programming. For more details on these classes and other services provided,contact Sonja@fitinthecity.com or (402)980-7321.

Bellevue West Cheerleading Tryouts

Bellevue West Cheerleading Tryouts for the 2016-17 squads will be March 29-April 1.Open to all 9-12 graders in the 2016-17 school year. For more information and the tryout application, please visit our website www.bellevuewestcheer.weebly.com or email Coach Geiken at sarah.geiken@bpsne.net.________________________________________________________________________

Bellevue Recreation Department Spring/Summer Activities Registration

The Bellevue Recreation Department will begin taking their 2016 Spring & Summer activities registrations on Monday, March 21st at the Reed Center, 1200 Lord Blvd.

Swimming lessons registration will begin on April 4th. Registrations will be taken Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and on Saturdays, April 2nd and 9th from 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon.

Spring and Summer activities include baseball and softball ages 3 – 14, tennis lessons ages 8 – adult, swim league ages 7 – 18, track club ages 8 – 18, sports camp 3rd – 7th grade, flag football league 3rd – 6th grade, & swimming lessons beginning ages 3 and up.

Recreation brochures and registration forms are available online at www.bellevue.net,on Facebook (Bellevue Recreation) or at the Reed Center, during normal business hours. Please contact the Bellevue Recreation Department if you have any questions (402) 293-3142. _____________________________________________________________________

BJSA Select Baseball 9U

The BJSA 9U Bruins White Team has a few openings on its 2016 Team. Player must NOT turn 10 before May 1, 2016. Team will play 30-40 games. Games begin early April and end in early July. Players will receive two complete uniforms with registration fee.For additional information on the program and a private tryout please contact BJSA (402) 292-2572 or admin@bjsa.omhcoxmail.com_____________________________________________________________________

BJSA Spring Volleyball

BJSA will begin accepting Spring Volleyball Registrations on March 1, 2016. There will be 3-4, 5-6 and 7-8th grade leagues available. All teams play 8-10 matches. Please check out the BJSA website for more information (www.bjsa.net)

Registration Openfor Spring Soccer at BSC

The Bellevue Soccer Club is still accepting registrations for the spring season (ages U4 through U10). To learn more about the programs offered at BSC, please visit our web site at www.bscneb.org. You can either register online via the web site or print out the paper registration form and mail it to the address on the bottom of the form. Don’t forget: We need a copy of all new players’ birth certificates to verify date of birth. Questions, please contact Julie Jacobs at jjacobs@bscneb.org_____________________________________________________________________

Sarpy County Cooperative Head Start Round Up2016-2017 School Year

Early Head Start serves children from birth to age 3 and pregnant women. Families need to meet the eligibility requirements. EHS has a home-based program or a center based option for families who are working or going to school. Head Start is a pre-school program that serves families with children, aged 3 by July 31st and not 5 before July 31st.

ROUND UP WILL BE CONDUCTED ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:Tuesday, March 1, 2016 ___ Thursday, March 10, 2016 Fort Crook Elementary Sarpy County Head Start12501 S. 25th St., Bellevue 701 Olson Drive, Papillion4:00-6:00 p.m. 4:00–6:00 p.m.

**The child does not need to attend**

Please bring the following information:Income Verification: Tax return-1040 (preferred), or one the following: W-2, TANF or SSI, past 12 months of pay stubs, letter from employer on company letterhead (must state the hours worked, hourly salary, date of employment, and include the name and phone number of the company).

Submit all income including child support and unemployment payments.

Also bring: Child’s Birth Certificate - Address verification for Sarpy County-Immunization Record

Print out the application at http://www.sarpyheadstart.org and bring the completed application and the above named documents to the express lane at the roundup.

PLEASE CALL 402-339-6592 ext. 106 IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS

Music by Stephen Flaherty

Lyrics by

Lynn Ahrens

Book by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty

Co-Conceived by

Lynn Ahrens, Stephen

Flaherty & Eric Idle

Based on the

works of Dr. Seuss

Produced by

special arrangement with Music Theatre International

Bellevue West High School Presents

March 1 & March 3-4, 2016 @ 7pm March 2, 2016 @ 3:45pm

Adults $7

Students &

Senior Citizens $3

Student Activity Cards, District

Passes & Children Under 12 Accompanied by

an Adult Free

For more

information (402) 827-

8534

Email: marya.lucca-

thyberg@bpsne.net

So you want to be...On Yearbook Staff

On Newspaper StaffOn Video Yearbook/Broadcast Staff

Here’s what you need to do:

NewspaperRequired classes:

Journalistic WritingDesktop Publishing

You will:

WriteTake photos

Talk to peopleManage a website

Attend school eventsMake out-of-class time committments

YearbookRequired classes:

Journalistic WritingDesktop Publishing

You will:

WriteTake photos

Design a bookTalk to people

Attend school eventsMake out-of-class time committments

Video YearbookRequired classes:

Journalistic WritingVideo Journalism

You will:

Shoot videoCreate vlogs

Talk to peopleMake short films

Attend school eventsMake out-of-class time committments

Contact: aaron.stueve@bpsne.net or julie.rowse@bpsne.net

Bellevue Public Schools

Speech-Language PathologistPositions available for the 2016/2017 school year

• Monthly SLP Collaborations• Collaborative & Supportive SLP staff• Manageable caseloads determined by

workload • District diagnosticians for initial language

evaluations• Regular opportunities for professional

development • Access to a CFY Supervisor & SLP Mentor

PleasecontactthePersonnelofficeat(402) 293-4032 with questions.

Apply on our website atwww.bellevuepublicschools.org

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vue Public Schools

Job Opportunities

Bellevue Public Schools Preschool Screenings for the 2016-2017 School Year

If your child will be 4 years old by July 31, 2016 and lives in the Bellevue Public Schools District, he/she may be eligible to

attend one of our Early Childhood Preschool Programs.

All children must be screened and qualify to attend.

Space is limited!

Schedule your screening today, call the Early Childhood Office at

(402) 293-4941

Session I: 9:30—10:20 SELECT ONLY ONE WORKSHOP FOR SESSION I

(A) Raising Smart Kids.. It’s Not Magic: Dale Sundermann, Offutt Family Advocacy Smarter means making better choices, learning things faster and having more “ah ha’ moments. This session explains why brains and talent don’t always bring success, and earn why some of our praising doesn’t foster self-esteem and accomplishment, but jeopardizes them. (B) Using Consequences to Change Behavior Kevin Dowell, Airman & Family Readiness Ctr Knowing how to effectively use consequences to teach children at any age is very important. Consequences help children learn that their actions lead to results, both positive and negative. Consequences teach children successful ways to behave. (C) 5 Love Languages of Children Kenneth Komyathy, MSW Each child expresses and receives love through one of the five different communication styles. As parents we need to know what style speaks to our child and use it effectively to communicate our love. (D) Baby Signs: Melissa Wood, SLP Sign language for infants gives babies a way to communicate before they are able to vocalize their wants and needs. We will learn some simple signs to help your baby express themselves before they can talk.

Session II: 10:30—11:20 SELECT ONLY ONE WORKSHOP FOR SESSION II

(E) 5 Love Languages of Children Kenneth Komyathy, MSW Each child expresses and receives love through one of the five different communication styles. As parents we need to know what style speaks to our child and use it effectively to communicate our love. F) Infant CPR/First Aid: The Basics Capt Angela Humm RN This course provides our new parents a degree of confidence that should the need arise, they will know what to do in the event of an emergency. Our target audience is young parents who may not have ever had a BLS class - a Non-certificate course based on the American Heart Association's "Family and Friends" course.

(I) How to Survive Your Adolescent: Richard Elsbury, MSW, LCSW

This session specifically addresses teen behavior, how you can survive and empower them to thrive.

(J) Successful Meal Planning Nicole McDonald Construct a meal plan that fits your family and tastes great. Use recipes you already cook, add some new recipes and make a plan for at least one week of meals. Minimize food waste, preserve produce/food and spend less time in the kitchen with Nicole’s time-saving cooking tips. Additional tips on using sales and specials to save time & money. (K) 1-2-3 Magic—Manage Difficult Behavior in Children 2-12 years old Dale Sundermann MSW, Offutt Family Advocacy

Offers easy-to-follow steps for disciplining children without yelling, arguing or spanking. STOP obnoxious behavior and public misbehavior, Avoid the “Talk-Persuade-Argue-Yell-Hit” syndrome and deal with six kinds of testing.

(L) Potty Training Kerri Rothanzal and Stephanie Shank Learn the tips and tricks to the process of toilet training. This training will help parents determine the right time to start potty training, create a simple and effective potty plan, motivate a reluctant potty user, and increase your child's self-esteem and independence.

Session III: 11:30—12:20

(G) Sleep Works: Erika Best, MSW. This 45 minute session will provide an introduction to healthy sleep habits in childhood, adolescence and beyond. Learn common barriers to good sleep and small habit changes that can make a big difference! (H) Parenting with Style: Your Child’s Personality Richard Elsbury, MSW, LCSW

Get to know your child’s temperament and how it relates to your parenting style. This course will give parents an understanding of their child’s personality and how to better nurture/discipline, appreciate and love their child more. Leave with a better understanding what makes your child tick.

Session II (Continued): 10:30—11:20 SELECT ONLY ONE WORKSHOP FOR SESSION II

April 9, 2016 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Bellevue Public Schools

Welcome Center 2600 Arboretum Dr. Bellevue, Ne 68005

Parent University is a free program that is open to the Bellevue Public Schools and Offutt Air Force Base families. It is a half day of workshops for parents, grandparents, childcare providers, educators and others who want to learn more about child rearing skills and positive interaction skills. The program is designed to provide information on a variety of topics appropriate for parents with children of any age. Parenting, like other education, is an ongoing and lifelong learning process!

Offutt’s Family Advocacy Program Bellevue Public Schools

Offutt IDS

REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

WELCOME 9:00 - 9:20 a.m.

WORKSHOP SESSION I 9:30—10:20 am

(A) Raising Smart Kids… It’s not Magic (B) Using Consequences to Change Behavior (C) 5 Love Languages of Children (D) Baby Signs

WORKSHOP SESSION II 10:30—11:20 am

(E) 5 Love Languages of Children (F) Infant Child CPR/First Aid: The Basics (G) Sleep Works (H) Parenting with Style– Your Child’s Personality WORKSHOP SESSION III 11:30am — 12:20pm

(I) How to Survive Your Adolescent (J) Successful Meal Planning (K) 1-2-3 Magic—Manage Difficult Behavior in Children 2-12 years old (L) Potty Training

A limited number of spots are available for child care that will be provided on site for children 1-6 years of age at the BPS Welcome Center. Care will be provided from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Children MUST be picked up by 12:30 p.m. To register your children for child care, please call Laure Henry: (402)293-4941 and specify that registration is for Parent University, Also include child’s name and age. To register for infant care by certified home childcare providers, contact Family Childcare at (402)294-9016.

Offutt Family Advocacy Program (402) 294-7886

BPS Early Childhood Program (402) 293-4941

Please register through one of the following options: Drop off your form at the BPS Early Childhood-Mission Annex office or Call Laure Henry: (402) 293-4941

Complete the registration form below.

Select ONE topic from each session. Use the letter next to the title to list your choice. SESSION I 9:30 - 10:20 SESSION II 10:30 - 11:20 SESSION III 11:30 - 12:20

________________________________________ Name ________________________________________ Address ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Phone E-Mail

Monday McLean Arena

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Jan. 4 – Feb. 15 7 weeks – $105

*New Skaters - $90

Saturday McLean Arena 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Jan. 9 – Feb. 20 7 weeks – $105

*New Skaters - $90

Thursday Baxter Arena 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 7 – Feb. 18

7 weeks – $105 *New Skaters - $90

*New skater discount - $15 off Regular Price!*

Detach and mail registration form to: FSCO, PO Box 24917, Omaha, NE 68124

Skater’s Name M F

Birthdate Age

Have you skated with us before? ( ) NO ( ) YES

Address

City/State/ZIP

Phone

Parent Name

**EMAIL**

How did you hear about our program?

I agree to abide by the rules of US Figure Skating and the Figure Skating Club of Omaha. I also agree to ensure responsibility for and to hereby release the Figure Skating Club of Omaha from liability to person or damage to property arising from the club’s operations. I give permission for photos and/or videos of my skaters to be used on club websites/advertising media/display cases at the rink.

Parent/Guardian Signature FOR OFFICE USE ONLY AMOUNT PAID: $ DATE PAID: CHECK NO.:

Circle Class Day:

MON – 6:30-7:30pm THUR – 6:00-7:00pm SAT – 10:15-11:15am

Session Fee: $

Registration Fee: $ (June 1 – May 31 Annual $15 per skater)

Total: $__________

Discounts: $(- )

Total Balance Due: $

Make checks payable to FSCO

WINTER II 2016

Monday McLean Arena

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 – Apr. 4 7 weeks – $105

*New Skaters - $90

Saturday McLean Arena 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Mar. 12 – Apr. 9 5 weeks – $75

*New Skaters - $60

Thursday Baxter Arena 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Mar. 3 – Apr. 7

6 weeks – $90 *New Skaters - $75

*New skater discount - $15 off Regular Price!*

Detach and mail registration form to: FSCO, PO Box 24917, Omaha, NE 68124

Skater’s Name M F

Birthdate Age

Have you skated with us before? ( ) NO ( ) YES

Address

City/State/ZIP

Phone

Parent Name

**EMAIL**

How did you hear about our program?

I agree to abide by the rules of US Figure Skating and the Figure Skating Club of Omaha. I also agree to ensure responsibility for and to hereby release the Figure Skating Club of Omaha from liability to person or damage to property arising from the club’s operations. I give permission for photos and/or videos of my skaters to be used on club websites/advertising media/display cases at the rink.

Parent/Guardian Signature FOR OFFICE USE ONLY AMOUNT PAID: $ DATE PAID: CHECK NO.:

Circle Class Day:

MON – 6:30-7:30pm THUR – 6:00-7:00pm SAT – 10:15-11:15am

Session Fee: $

Registration Fee: $ (June 1 – May 31 Annual $15 per skater)

Total: $__________

Discounts: $(- )

Total Balance Due: $

Make checks payable to FSCO

SPRING I 2016

LAW DAY is celebrated by local and national bar associations on or near May 1 of each year. The purpose of LAW DAY is to bring awareness and an appreciation of our country’s legal system to the local communities and, in particular, to the students. This year, the Omaha Bar Association and the Nebraska Paralegal Association are again sponsoring a poster contest as part of their annual LAW DAY activities. The poster contest is open to students in 5th grade.

The LAW DAY theme this year is:

Miranda: More than Words

About the theme: In 2016, the nation marks the 50th anniversary of what is perhaps the nation’s best-known Supreme Court case, Miranda v. Arizona. The Miranda Warning has become ingrained in law enforcement and has permeated popular consciousness through countless recitations in films and television shows. Yet Miranda is only part of the story when it comes to the procedures for ensuring justice. The 2016 Law Day theme – Miranda: More

than Words – will explore the procedural protections afforded to all by the U.S. Constitution, how these rights are safeguarded by the courts, and why the preservation of these principles is essential to our liberty.

RULES

• Omaha and surrounding area schools - Grade 5 Only

• Entries shall be submitted on 12” x 18” paper (please, no paste-ons)

• Posters will be judged on theme, clarity, creativity, and neatness

• Attach a 3” x 5” card to the reverse side of the poster indicating student’s name, school and teacher (posters will not be returned but electronic images will be available upon request)

• Deadline to submit an entry is March 25, 2016

PRIZES

First Prize: $100 and one year Family Membership to the Durham Museum Second Prize: $75 Third Prize: $50 The winning poster will be displayed on a billboard on Dodge Street and all winners, along with parents and teachers, will be invited to join the Omaha Bar Association, Omaha Law League, the Nebraska Paralegal Association, and the Omaha Legal Professionals Association at their LAW DAY luncheon at the Omaha Marriott Regency, 10220 Regency Circle, Omaha, at 11:45 on, May 3, 2016. Please contact Tom Tilden at 402-350-5968 with any questions.

Miranda: More than Words

Omaha Legal Professionals Association Law Day Essay Contest

For 8th Grade Students In Omaha Metropolitan Public & Private Schools

In 2016, the nation marks the 50th anniversary of perhaps the nation’s best-known U.S. Supreme Court case, Miranda v. Arizona. The Miranda Warning has become ingrained in law enforcement and has permeated popular consciousness through countless recitations in films and television shows. Yet Miranda is only part of the story when it comes to the procedures for ensuring justice. The 2016 Law Day theme — Miranda: More than Words — will explore the procedural protections afforded to all of us by the U.S. Constitution, how these rights are safeguarded by the courts, and why the preservation of these principles is essential to our liberty.

You are invited to submit a typewritten essay between 200-250 words in length using this year’s Law Day theme. Your entry will be judged on originality, content, neatness and spelling. The winners, along with their parents and sponsoring teacher, will be guests of the Omaha Legal Professionals Association and the Omaha Bar Association at the Law Day Luncheon on May 3, 2016 at the Marriott Hotel in Regency, Omaha, Nebraska. The winning essay will be published in the Law Day Edition of The Daily Record.

1st Prize - $150 2nd Prize - $125 3rd Prize - $100

Mail your entries to Donna Olson, Bar Liaison, Fraser Stryker PC LLO, 409 S 17th Street, Omaha, NE 68102. Must be postmarked by March 28, 2016.

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