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 Lincoln North Star
 5801 North 33rd St
 Lincoln NE 68504

 (402) 436-1305

 ext. 1 - Attendance
 ext. 1 - Registrar
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 ext. 3 - Counselors
 ext. 4 - Athletics
 ext. 5 - Special Ed.

 Fax 402.436.1054

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 Mission Statement
Lincoln North Star High
School is committed to
developing academic
excellence, positive
relationships, and
productive citizens.

Lincoln North Star
High School

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Dr Nancy Becker
Principal
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Wiinter Wonderland Dance
 
  • The Winter Wonderland Dance has been POSTPONED!
  • The Saturday, November 21st Winter Wonderland Dance will be held at later date (yet to be determined).
  • Students can receive a full refund if they bring their purchased ticket and ID to the bookkeeper.
Calendar Reminders
 
  • FRI-NOV-20: Music: All State Band/Choir/Orch at UNL
  • SAT-NOV-21: Winter Wonderland Dance POSTPONED
  • TUE-NOV-24: 2 p.m. Teacher PLCs
  • WED-NOV-25: 3:10 p.m. Science Olympiad (A209)
  • WED-NOV-25: 3:10 p.m. Tech Cmte (LNS Media Center)
  • THU-NOV-26: NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
  • FRI-NOV-27: NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
  • Tue-Dec-8: Ed Quest FAFSA Night, Free Pizza at 6 PM, Meeting at 7 PM (Auditorium).
 NEW ACT Preparation Class

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Now is the time to prepare for college!
Be a part of the first LNS ACT PREP CLASS!

  • Who Can Enroll in the class?
    • The 3rd quarter class is open to Juniors and Seniors.
    • The 4th quarter class is open to Juniors only.
  • When will the class be offered?
    • The class will be offered as a 1st period, 7 am, class during both 3rd and 4th quarters.
  • How Can I Apply For the 3rd quarter class?
    To be considered for this class you must complete all of the following:
    1. A separate application will be given to all juniors & seniors.
    2. Be a current junior or senior with a 2.0 GPA or higher
    3. Be on track to graduate
    4. Have two teacher recommendations from teachers you currently have
    5. Submit a one page (hand written) essay explaining “How would attending college help you reach your goals?” – Remember, be specific!
    6. The Application Deadline is December 4, 2009
  • As a member of this class you will cover the following:
    • General test taking strategies
    • Reading session with practice test
    • English session with practice test
    • Math session with practice test
    • Science session with practice test
    • Overcoming test anxiety session
  • The official application can be picked up in the Counseling Center. Or download it now:
 Book of Honors
  Congratulations to Ms. Cara Heminger!
North Star High School French Teacher Ms. Cara Heminger received the 2009 Nebraska French Teacher of the Year Award from the Nebraska International Language Association. The award was presented at the 2009 NILA Fall Conference in Kearney, Nebraska.
 Counseling Center Announcements
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Counseling Center
 
  • Education Quest FAFSA Night Tue-Dec-8
  • Dinner at 6 p.m., Presentation at 7 p.m.
  • Join us for free pizza and learn how to get money for college!
  • Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. is Education Quest FAFSA Night at North Star in the Auditorium. FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Assistance
  • Senior parents and students are highly encouraged to attend.
  • Students and their families are invited for a free pizza dinner starting at 6:00 p.m. with the meeting to follow.
 9th Grade Star Students!
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  • Trevor Birdzell
  • Lacherro Braggs
  • Samantha Christenson
  • Naeif Hamo
  • Ashley Hansen
 
  • Damian Nguyen
  • Ruveem Strilkivsky
  • Lexye Bruegman
  • Kyle Crowder
  • Cory Etmund
 
  • Katie Glaubius
  • Jaelynn Griess
 After School Study Hall
 
  • Attention Teachers, Students, Parents, and Guardians
  • Students are welcome to join us in the A100 Study Hall Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3:10 to 4:00 p.m.
  • It is a quiet environment where students can come and complete their homework and get help if needed.
  • Also, if a student misses a test their teacher can put their make-up test in Ms. Pester's mailbox, inside a folder with teacher name on it, and Ms. Pester will proctor it.
  • Students can stay the entire time or leave when they're done.
  • NEW! On Tuesdays Ms. Shepard will proctor retake tests/make-up from 2:00-3:00 pm during PLC time.
 ACT Prep. Seminars & College Prep. Academy

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  ACT Prep. Seminars & College Prep. Academy
Thanks to a generous grant from EducationQuest and State Farm Insurance Co. North Star is offering free ACT prep seminars during the school year and a free summer College Prep. Academy. All sessions will be led by LNS teachers and are open to all LNS students who are registered to take the ACT.
 Influenza Prevention
  H1N1 INFLUENZA UPDATE
The Lincoln Public Schools District wants to assure our students and families that we are taking all the essential precautions and making the necessary preparations to deal with the H1N1 influenza. Read Superintendent Gourley's letter.
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Wash your hands with soap and clean running water. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.   Cover your nose with a tissue when you sneeze. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.   Keep your sick kids home from school. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.

The National Center for Disease Control has been closely following the progress of the H1N1 influenza and recommends that you monitor the health of your children and do not send them to school if they have any of the following symptoms:

  • Fever (greater than 100 degrees) – present in 90 percent of H1N1 cases
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Stuffy nose
 
  • Chills
  • Headache and body aches
  • Fatigue
  • Some people may experience diarrhea and vomiting

KNOW WHAT TO DO. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

New Gator Galaxy Website
 




  Gator Galaxy Goes Live!
By Christina Nevitt, Advisor
The Gator Galaxy is finally taking the technological jump. Yes, we are live!
This year North Star’s newspaper is accessible via the world wide web.
We will still be publishing a monthly print edition, but the website will be a way for students to stay up-to-date on all things North Star in between distribution dates.
We are very excited about this new development. We hope you will come back often to find out what your favorite Gators are up to!
http://wpstu.lps.org/galaxy/
 Book of Honors
  Congratulations to Ms. Tracie Chapo!
North Star High School Science Teacher Ms. Tracie Chapo received the 2009 Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year Award for Nebraska from the National Association of Biology Teachers. Ms. Chapo's award was presented by internationally famous wildflife photographer Michael Forsberg! What an honor! Ms.Chapo also received $500, field binoculars, and a microscope from Prentice Hall and Leica Microsystems! The award was presented at North Star High School September 11th.
 Book of Honors
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  Congratulations to Ms. Bonnie Malcom!
North Star High School Business Teacher Ms. Bonnie Malcom received the 2009 Outstanding Business Education Teacher Award from the Association for Career and Technical Education of Nebraska. The award was presented to her at the 2009 Nebraska Career Education Conference in Kearney, Nebraska.
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Read the Journal-Star article.
  Congratulations to Mr. Brian Burback!
North Star High School Social Studies Teacher Mr. Brian Burback is the 2009 Recipient of the National Distinguished Teacher Award from the National Council for Geographic Education. What a great honor! His award will be presented during the National Conference on Geography Education September 26 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
 Keep the Future in Focus! Read the Telescope!
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The Telescope Newsletter has important school information every parent and student should know. Don't miss out! Read the Telescope!
 North Star Planning Guide
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 North Star Academies
  • You can learn more about the North Star High School Academies by visiting our ACADEMIES home page.
 
 
 
 

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Character Education

LNS Grade Scale
90%
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A
70%
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C
85%
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B+
65%
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D+
80%
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B
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D
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09-10 Schedule
Mon Wed Thu Fri
Per 1 7:00 - 7:52
North Wing Opens  7:45
Per 2 7:57 - 8:49
Per 3 8:54 - 9:46
Per 4 9:51 - 10:43
Per 5 10:48 - 11:40
Per 6 11:45 - 1:07
1st Lunch
Lunch 11:40 - 12:10
Class 12:15 - 1:07
Between 12:11-12:36
2nd Lunch
Class 11:45 - 12:37
Lunch 12:37 - 1:07
Per 7 1:12 - 2:04
Per 8 2:09 - 3:01
09-10 Tue Schedule
Tuesday
Per 1 7:00 - 7:45
North Wing Opens 7:45
Per 2 7:57 - 8:39
Per 3 8:44 - 9:26
Per 4 9:31 - 10:13
Per 5 10:18 - 11:00
Per 6 11:05 - 12:17
1st Lunch
Lunch 11:00 - 11:30
Class 11:35 - 12:17
Between 11:31-11:46
2nd Lunch
Class 11:05 - 11:47
Lunch 11:47 - 12:17
Per 7 12:22 - 1:04
Per 8 1:09 - 1:51
All Wings Clear
of Students 2:00
PLCs Begin 2:00

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