Parents -
In an effort to keep you up-to-date with your child's lunch account balance MPS uses a email notification system. If you are not receiving notifications, please check your spam or junk folder first, as they may have been filtered there. It is possible that the school does not have your current email address on file or that notifications are turned off in your account settings. Please contact our food service coordinator Jennifer, she can verify and update your contact information if needed.
These notifications are sent automatically to help families monitor lunch account balances and avoid negative balances.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact the Jennifer Whitesel in the kitchen.
jennifer.whitesel@mindenwhippets.org OR 308-830-7104
In an effort to keep you up-to-date with your child's lunch account balance MPS uses a email notification system. If you are not receiving notifications, please check your spam or junk folder first, as they may have been filtered there. It is possible that the school does not have your current email address on file or that notifications are turned off in your account settings. Please contact our food service coordinator Jennifer, she can verify and update your contact information if needed.
These notifications are sent automatically to help families monitor lunch account balances and avoid negative balances.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact the Jennifer Whitesel in the kitchen.
jennifer.whitesel@mindenwhippets.org OR 308-830-7104
Keep your child’s reading skills growing all summer long! ☀️📚
The NebraskaREADS 2026 Summer Reading Adventure provides fun and engaging resources for families with students entering grades 1–3. This program helps prevent summer learning loss while encouraging a love of reading at home.
Families can:
📖 Make reading part of their daily routine
🌟 Explore books and topics children enjoy
🗣️ Build vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence
🏫 Connect with local libraries and community resources
Be on the lookout for the NebraskaREADS: Summer Reading Adventure packet coming home soon!
The NebraskaREADS 2026 Summer Reading Adventure provides fun and engaging resources for families with students entering grades 1–3. This program helps prevent summer learning loss while encouraging a love of reading at home.
Families can:
📖 Make reading part of their daily routine
🌟 Explore books and topics children enjoy
🗣️ Build vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence
🏫 Connect with local libraries and community resources
Be on the lookout for the NebraskaREADS: Summer Reading Adventure packet coming home soon!
Congratulations to our May Whippets of the Month!
☀️🎬 Summer Kickoff at the Football Field! 🎬☀️
Teammates is hosting a fun way to kick off summer break!
Enjoy a free movie and popcorn to celebrate the start of summer. 🍿✨
📍 Football Field
📅 May 19th
🕧 12:30 PM
Teammates is hosting a fun way to kick off summer break!
Enjoy a free movie and popcorn to celebrate the start of summer. 🍿✨
📍 Football Field
📅 May 19th
🕧 12:30 PM
Summer EBT in Nebraska
Ms. Mayra and Valeria made our Cinco de Mayo so very special! The whole school learned about traditional dances, music, and celebrations from these two beautiful ladies.
Take a moment to check out the amazing artwork from our 2nd graders on display in the hallways! 🎨
We love seeing their creativity and hard work brighten up our school.
We love seeing their creativity and hard work brighten up our school.
Our preschoolers have been busy in PE with Mr. H and having a blast!
From stacking giant cups, balancing with beanbags, shooting hoops, and aiming footballs at targets, these little learners are building skills while having so much fun at their PE stations.
Way to go, preschoolers! Keep moving, learning, and smiling!
From stacking giant cups, balancing with beanbags, shooting hoops, and aiming footballs at targets, these little learners are building skills while having so much fun at their PE stations.
Way to go, preschoolers! Keep moving, learning, and smiling!
O is for OUT and about! ☀️📚
Our kindergarteners had a fun-filled day celebrating the letter “O” by getting outside and exploring. They walked to the public library, learned all about the exciting summer programs, and then headed to the park for some playtime!
Learning, exploring, and having fun all in one day!
Our kindergarteners had a fun-filled day celebrating the letter “O” by getting outside and exploring. They walked to the public library, learned all about the exciting summer programs, and then headed to the park for some playtime!
Learning, exploring, and having fun all in one day!
How is it already May?! 🌼 This school year is flying by!
Here are a few important reminders and events coming up at East Elementary as we head into the final stretch. Be sure to mark your calendars—we’re looking forward to a fun and exciting month ahead!
Here are a few important reminders and events coming up at East Elementary as we head into the final stretch. Be sure to mark your calendars—we’re looking forward to a fun and exciting month ahead!
Another great day to celebrate our Good Cookie winners! 🍪🎉
Keep up the amazing work and positive choices!
Keep up the amazing work and positive choices!
Our kindergarteners enjoyed a fun little field trip with a walk to First Bank! 💰
They learned all about saving and making smart choices with their money.
They learned all about saving and making smart choices with their money.
A great school starts with a great leader 💜
We’re so grateful for Mrs. Pohl and the care, time, and heart she pours into our school each day. From supporting students to lifting up staff she truly makes a difference in our community, and we’re lucky to have her!
We’re so grateful for Mrs. Pohl and the care, time, and heart she pours into our school each day. From supporting students to lifting up staff she truly makes a difference in our community, and we’re lucky to have her!
Just another fun day at school!
Mrs. Kuehn was out there being the ultimate kickball pitcher, while Mrs. Muller was down on the floor playing right alongside our preschoolers.
We love seeing our staff jump in and make learning and play so much fun!
Mrs. Kuehn was out there being the ultimate kickball pitcher, while Mrs. Muller was down on the floor playing right alongside our preschoolers.
We love seeing our staff jump in and make learning and play so much fun!
Our 3rd graders had a wonderful time interacting with our preschoolers during center time!
It was so special to see them connecting, helping, and learning together!
It was so special to see them connecting, helping, and learning together!
These students completed the final pieces of this year’s 300-piece library puzzle in Mrs. Olson’s library! 🧩📚
Way to go!
Way to go!
Reminder! ☀️
Summer Enrichment forms are due back to the office by this Friday, May 1st. We appreciate your help in getting these returned so we can plan for a great program!
If you need a new form, please call the school at 308-832-2460 and we’ll be happy to send one home with your student.
Summer Enrichment forms are due back to the office by this Friday, May 1st. We appreciate your help in getting these returned so we can plan for a great program!
If you need a new form, please call the school at 308-832-2460 and we’ll be happy to send one home with your student.
Our 3rd grade students had a great time visiting the UNK Planetarium! 🌟
They loved exploring the stars, learning about space, and seeing the universe in a whole new way. It was a fun and memorable day filled with curiosity and discovery! 🚀
They loved exploring the stars, learning about space, and seeing the universe in a whole new way. It was a fun and memorable day filled with curiosity and discovery! 🚀
SRO Arner's April Message Part Two
What Are Consequences?
1. Results of breaking rules or laws.
2. School consequences (detention, suspension, expulsion).
3. Legal consequences (fines, community service, arrest, citation).
4. Personal consequences (loss of trust, missed opportunities).
Legal Consequences for Teens
1. Juvenile detention.
2. Probation.
3. Fines or restitution (paying for damages).
4. Permanent record.
5. Loss of privileges (like driver's license).
Real Life Impact of Breaking the Laws
1. Can affect college applications.
2. Can impact job opportunities.
3. May influence scholarships or sports eligibility.
4. Can strain relationships with family and friends.
Digital Actions = Real Consequences
1. What you post online can be permanent.
2. Sharing or posting harmful or illegal content can lead to legal trouble.
3. Bullying/Cyberbullying can result in school and legal consequences.
Making Smart Choices
1. Think before you act.
2. Understand the risks and consequences
3. Choose friends, activities and environments carefully
4. Ask for help in making decisions.
Your Rights Matter Too
1. You have rights as a minor.
2. You have the right to feel safe.
3. You have the right to ask questions.
What Are Consequences?
1. Results of breaking rules or laws.
2. School consequences (detention, suspension, expulsion).
3. Legal consequences (fines, community service, arrest, citation).
4. Personal consequences (loss of trust, missed opportunities).
Legal Consequences for Teens
1. Juvenile detention.
2. Probation.
3. Fines or restitution (paying for damages).
4. Permanent record.
5. Loss of privileges (like driver's license).
Real Life Impact of Breaking the Laws
1. Can affect college applications.
2. Can impact job opportunities.
3. May influence scholarships or sports eligibility.
4. Can strain relationships with family and friends.
Digital Actions = Real Consequences
1. What you post online can be permanent.
2. Sharing or posting harmful or illegal content can lead to legal trouble.
3. Bullying/Cyberbullying can result in school and legal consequences.
Making Smart Choices
1. Think before you act.
2. Understand the risks and consequences
3. Choose friends, activities and environments carefully
4. Ask for help in making decisions.
Your Rights Matter Too
1. You have rights as a minor.
2. You have the right to feel safe.
3. You have the right to ask questions.
Another group of Good Cookies recognized today! 🍪🎉
These students earned their award by doing the right thing—even when no one was watching. We’re so proud!
These students earned their award by doing the right thing—even when no one was watching. We’re so proud!
