11 million miles, 130 drivers, 92 para educators, 80-day inspections, new routes, relocated schools, field trips, ball games, activities, and one local and national issue: a shortage of drivers. Bus drivers, that is. We’re going behind the scenes of busing in Lincoln Public Schools. Bill McCoy is here, he’s next, so find a seat and keep your hands inside the window. #30

There’s nothing all that unusual about students in Lincoln Public Schools announcing which college they will attend. Except when they are fourth-graders! Who put them up to this, and why? #29

This story is not really about the health issues of Pound Middle School teacher Laura Rigoni, but rather the support of co-workers to allow a teacher to teach as long and as much as she possibly could, and kept her spirits strong. #28

This story is not really about the health issues of Pound Middle School teacher Laura Rigoni, but rather the support of co-workers to allow a teacher to teach as long and as much as she possibly could, and kept her spirits strong. #28

Learning who your next teacher is going to be is exciting and anxious. To get ahead of the anxious feelings, and add to the excitement, Morley Elementary Principal Molly Bates decided to do the work necessary to let students know of their next teacher on the last day of school. Here’s how it worked, according to the principal, a teacher and students themselves. #27

Another bonus episode for our podcast listeners. Another adapted video interview, this time with Joanna Hejl, a senior at Lincoln High School.

Each year, LPS Communications interviews a few graduating seniors for our Final Words video series. This year we have adapted that for podcasts, providing extra podcasts episodes for you this week. Here’s Braly Keller, a senior at Lincoln Northeast High School.

If this podcast episode were to be graded, it would garner a ‘needs improvement’ label for its lateness and some noise-iness. It’s ironic then that the topic of this episode is assessment, and specifically how a college entrance exam will replace the Nebraska state assessment test for high school juniors over the next two years. SO give us a chance for extra credit, and give us a listen as we visit with Leslie Eastman, diretor of assesement and evaluation for LPS.

Two musicians, two different schools, two different future pathways, but still a love of music. Hear from Thomas at Southeast High School and Zachrey at North Star High School, plus excerpts from their orchestra and choir performances at District Music Competition. Episode #23

Earlier this month, it was announced that Lincoln North Star High School is one of just three nebraska schools to receive the 2016 National Gold Council of Excellence award from the national association of student councils. Hear from Harlie, Max, and the group’s sponsor, Jace Ahlberg, on unifying a building with school spirit, while celebrating the uniqueness of each individual student. Episode #22