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A Message From Principal Kluck-Spann
A Message From Principal Kluck-Spann
Greetings Irving students, families and staff,
It is hard to believe we are entering into the final month of the school year. As the year concludes, it is a very busy time for all of us, with many end of the year celebrations to look forward to and new journeys/adventures awaiting! It has been a wonderful year and we are continuously proud of our students and thank all families for your support and partnership.
Before/After School Reminders:
Now that the weather is trending in the right direction, many of our students walk or ride their bikes/scooters after school. Please be mindful during morning drop off and after school pick up of students leaving campus. In addition, this information has been shared with students in the daily announcements:
Students are expected to leave school grounds by 3:10 pm each day OR be at intramural practice, school sponsored clubs, Homework Hub or at the Irving Rec Center
The park is NOT an area supervised by Irving staff, but it is monitored by Lincoln Parks & Rec as well as the Lincoln Police Department.
Students making unsafe, irresponsible or disrespectful choices at the park are subject to Parks and Rec staff or Lincoln community members contacting the Lincoln Police Department AND students may be referred (ticketed) to the county attorney for poor choices.
If issues occurring outside of school, disrupt the school day, or take away from learning, students are also subject to earning school consequences.
Monday, May 4 at 3:00 pm: Irving Food Market in the cafeteria
Tuesday, May 5 at 7:00 pm: Jazz Lab and 6th Grade Band Concert in the auditorium
Tuesday, May 12 at 7:00 pm: Spring Strings (6th-8th grade) Concert in the auditorium
Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 pm: 7th & 8th Grade Band Concert in the auditorium
Monday, May 18 at 5:00 pm: Irving Talent Show in the auditorium
Tuesday, May 19: Chromebook Check In
Wednesday, May 20 from 12:00-3:00 pm: Kona Ice End of the Year School Celebration
Wednesday, May 20 from 2:50-3:00 pm: Locker Clean Out
Thursday, May 21 at 1:45 pm: 8th Grade Continuation Assembly in the auditorium
Thursday, May 21: Last day of the 2025-2026 School Year!
Special Events Calendar: Special Events Calendar 2025-2026
8th Grade Parents/Guardians
8th Grade Parents/Guardians
8th grade Continuation Assembly
Thursday, May 21, 2026
1:45-3:00 pm
Irving Auditorium
**Parents/guardians may attend the event. Due to limited space, please contact the office if more than 2 guests plan to attend.**
Irving middle school presents: The Irving Talent Show
Irving middle school presents: The Irving Talent Show
Monday, May 18, 2026
at 5:00 pm
in the Irving Auditorium
LPS PAR Framework Update
LPS PAR Framework Update
As the school year winds down and summer approaches, this time of transition can bring both excitement and a shift in routine. While summer offers a well-earned break, keeping a few familiar and consistent elements in place can serve as an anchor for students during the change.
Simple routines such as maintaining a regular bedtime or curfew, setting aside time for reading or household chores, and engaging in physical activity can provide structure and a sense of stability. These small, predictable moments can help everyone feel more in control, even as daily routines shift
At the same time, summer is meant for flexibility, fun, and recharging! Finding a balance between consistent routines and relaxed, unstructured time allows students to enjoy their break while still holding onto habits that support their wellbeing. This balance can make the transition into the next school year feel smoother and more manageable for everyone.
HOMEWORK HUB: AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL STUDENTS!
HOMEWORK HUB: AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL STUDENTS!
Homework Hub is a fantastic resource available for all Irving students! Several Irving teachers sponsor Homework Hub and help students complete daily homework assignments, complete missing work, study for upcoming assessments and create a space for students to focus on learning and develop strong study habits.
Homework Hub occurs Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afterschool from 3:10 - 4:00. Any student is welcome and sometimes if/when a student has a missing assignment or needs a space to complete an assignment, teachers will reach out to families to assign Hub to ensure students have every opportunity to successfully complete and turn in assignments.
Several Irving teachers are sponsoring Homework Hub! Cathy Mohlman is our Homework Hub liaison & her email address is cmohlman@lps.org.
NEWS FROM COMPUTING SERVICES...
NEWS FROM COMPUTING SERVICES...
Access to 4th Quarter Grades in ParentVUE
Access to 4th Quarter Grades in ParentVUE
On May 27, 2026, the district will switch the student information system to the Summer School term. This means up to May 27, 2026, you can review final grades in the ParentVUE Report Card tab. After that date, you can access final grade information from the Documents tab or Course History tab.
End-of-year Chromebook Information
End-of-year Chromebook Information
Irving students will return their Chromebooks at the end of this school year and recover the same device when they return next fall. As the end of the year draws closer, please make sure your student can locate the charger (2 pieces), the bag/carrying case, and the Chromebook that was issued to them at the beginning of the year. More details will be shared with students and families through official communications in the coming weeks.
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY....
NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY....
Library Books are Due by the End of the School Year
Would you like to help your student keep track of the books they have checked out from the school library? Here’s how:
Begin at the LPS Portal.
Enter your student’s ID and password (If you don’t have this information, the school office can provide it for you)
Select “Destiny Discover” from the alphabetical listing in the portal.
Click the login button in the upper right corner to log in
Click on the white button that says “LPS Portal” on the left side of the login screen.
Select “My Stuff” in the menu on the left side of the page.
Select “Checkouts” in the drop-down menu to see the books your student currently has borrowed from the library.
Looking for the perfect book recommendation for your student?
Try Novelist, an excellent database for finding great reads. Students can search by age range and genre to find books that match their interests. If there’s a particular book they love, enter the title to discover similar reads. Keep the summer reading excitement going!
Begin at the LPS Portal.
Enter your student’s ID and password (If you don’t have this information, the school office can provide it for you).
Select “Novelist” from the LPS portal.
Library OneCard
Lincoln City Libraries is proud to partner with Lincoln Public Schools to offer the Library OneCard program. This program provides every LPS student, from pre-K to grade 12, with a city library account to check out books, Playaways, Wonderbooks, instruments, video games, and more. Students are automatically assigned a Library OneCard account when they enroll in school. To learn more about the program, visit the Library OneCard Information page.
Digital Citizenship Tips
Digital Citizenship Tips
Continue building on the digital citizenship conversations you have had with your student throughout the summer by reviewing and discussing the following:
Screen Time
Online Safety
Online Etiquette
Remember you can access library databases during the summer through the LPS Portal. These databases provide great learning opportunities and enrichment for the summer for all our students.
Want ideas for supporting digital citizenship in your home? Follow your school, LPS Library Services, or #lpsdigcit on social media to get weekly tips. Find additional digital citizenship tips on our website: Library Services Digital Citizenship Tips
Thank you to all Irving families for your continued support throughout the year. Your generosity - from monetary donations to contributions through the Aardvark store - plays a vital role in helping us provide additional resources and support for Irving students and staff all year long. We truly appreciate your partnership in making our school community strong.
Staff Appreciation Week (May 4–8)
We are excited to celebrate our incredible staff during Staff Appreciation Week!
Monday: Ice Cream Sundaes
Wednesday: Popcorn Bar
Friday: Staff Breakfast
Thank you for all that you do for our Irving students and families!
Board Updates
We want to extend a thank you to our 2025-2026 Irving PTSO Board for their service this year. We appreciate you!
Co-Presidents: Sarah Baltensperger, Denise Packard
VP & Communications: Kenna Schneringer
Secretary: Renee McClure
Treasurer: Lindsay Tillinghast
Hospitality: Jennifer Cintani, Mindi Chollet
Aardvark Store: Amy Anderson, Kelly Wiley
We are pleased to announce two new Board Members for the 2026–2027 school year:
Shannon Ankeny - VP & Communications
Jimmy Schultz - Treasurer
Rotating off the Board following the 2025-2026 school year are:
Sarah Baltensperger - Co-President
Kenna Schneringer - VP & Communications
Lindsay Tillinghast - Treasurer
Volunteer Opportunity
We are currently seeking an individual to help organize 4–5 dine-out or fundraising events throughout the 2026–2027 school year. If you are interested in supporting this effort, please reach out to us at iptsoinfo@gmail.com - we would love your involvement!
Upcoming Events
Kona Ice Day (All Students & Staff): May 20 - always a favorite day of the year!
Give to Lincoln Day: May 28 - more information will be shared in May
Thank you again for your continued support and involvement in our Irving community. Have a safe and happy summer!
News from Rec center...
News from Rec center...
After School Program
Lincoln Parks and Recreation has been serving Irving Middle School families after school since 1977. Much has changed in the past 39 years, and we believe supervised, safe, fun, and meaningful after school activities are as important as ever for middle school students. Some students visit the rec. center simply because they need a place to go after school; however, our staff is intentional about making the center "more than just a place to go." After school staff does this by focusing on a positive environment, supportive relationships, and constructive programs. During after school hours at Irving Recreation Center, middle school students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of age-appropriate, fun, and enriching activities. Students can stay as busy as they’d like with homework, clubs, and special events, or they can simply choose to socialize with friends. We encourage all students to be engaged and take advantage of the activity choices available at the rec. center.
HOURS
Irving Rec. Center is open exclusively to Irving students upon school dismissal until 5:00 p.m. Students are welcome to stay after 5:00 p.m. when the rec center opens to the public. Closing times vary by season.
AFTER SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP
Students must submit an After School Member Form participate in clubs and be eligible for discounted punch cards and year passes. Need-based scholarships are also available to qualifying members.
FEE INFORMATION
•$4.00 per day
•$50.00 for a 20-day punch card (38% discount)
•$360.00 for a school year pass (50% discount*)
*Year pass discount calculated at 180 days.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
HIGHLIGHTS
•Homework Room
•Special interest clubs, classes and activities
•Game room
•Field trips
•Adult supervision
THE BASICS
•Students must have a pass to enter the rec center after 3:10 p.m.
•A student cannot enter the rec center on another student's punch card.
•Loitering and/or waiting for rides outside the rec center are not allowed.
•Students who drop-in following school intramurals must pay the daily fee at that time.
•Students may remain at the center after 5:00 p.m. The center is open to the public at that time.
•Make sure to sign up to receive our monthly email newsletter!
CLOSED
Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, New Year's Day, M.L. King Jr. Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth Independence Day, the Last day of School and Election Days (the Rec center is a polling location.
MAY INFORMATION
Irving Rec Center Closure Tuesday, May 12
Irving Recreation Center will be closed for the after‑school program on Tuesday, May 12, as the building will serve as a polling location. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Last Day of School Thursday, May 21
To assist Irving Middle School with clearing school grounds upon dismissal, there will be no after‑school program on the last day of school, Thursday, May 21.
Please make other arrangements for your student during after‑school hours that day.
As we wrap up the year, we want to extend our appreciation to all of you for your ongoing support. We hope your family has a fun, safe, and sunny start to summer and we look forward to seeing many of you again soon!
May Newsletter: May Newsletter-Irving Rec Center
Thanks for taking time to stay informed about our Irving Community!
Thanks for taking time to stay informed about our Irving Community!
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