Vol. 11

Principal's Note

Connected in Every Circle 💛🐾

As we close another incredible school year, we are reminded just how connected our Kloefkorn circles truly are. From classrooms and concerts to celebrations and everyday moments of growth, this year has been filled with learning, laughter, and community.

Thank you, Cub Families, for the many ways you support our school. Your involvement, encouragement, and partnership make a lasting impact on our students and strengthen the circle around every child.

On behalf of the entire Kloefkorn staff, thank you as well for the generosity and kindness shown during Staff Appreciation Week. Your thoughtful notes, treats, and support made our team feel incredibly valued and reminded us what a special community we are fortunate to be part of.

A heartfelt shout-out goes to our outstanding PTO! Your dedication, creativity, and countless hours of support help create meaningful experiences and joyful memories for our Cubs all year long.

This year truly reflected our theme, Connected in Every Circle. Together, we built strong relationships, celebrated growth, and created a school community where everyone belongs.

We are so proud of our Cubs and grateful to share this journey with you. Wishing your family a summer filled with rest, adventure, and time together! ☀️

Let's Celebrate with some end-of-year traditions:

Please note that several of our upcoming activities are weather dependent, so be sure to keep a close eye on school messages for any updates or schedule changes. Thank you for your flexibility as we work to make these events safe, memorable, and fun for our Cubs! 

📢 Field Day – May 18

We are amping up Field Day this year and would love your help in making it a memorable experience for our students!

9:30–11:00 → Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and morning preschool

1:00–2:30 → 3rd, 4th, 5th, and afternoon preschool

Volunteers are asked to arrive about 30 minutes early to help with setup.

If you’re able to help, please sign up here:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4EA5A82AA2FAC61-63752794-field

Staff News

Our heartfelt THANKS and BEST WISHES to the following staff who will not be returning to Kloefkorn next school year.

• Heather Wendelin - 1st Grade

• Melissa Eisenbarth - Special Education para

Serving in a new roll:

• Rachel Johnson - moving from Gifted Facilitator to 3rd Grade Teacher

• Shari Freeman - moving from Early Childhood para to Special Education para

Welcome New Staff:

• Morgan Clare - Gifted Facilitator 

Thanks for your support, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions! 🐾💛

♥ Ms. Cook
scook2@lps.org

Summer Activity Guide

As we wrap up another wonderful school year, we want to share a special Summer Activity Guide to help keep your family engaged, active, and supported all summer long! The guide includes a variety of local resources and fun opportunities such as day camps, pools and spraygrounds, reading programs, fairs and festivals, music and art activities, museums, outdoor adventures, and more. You'll also find helful community resources to support your family's needs. Click here to check it out - wishing you all a safe, joyful, and enriching summer!

LPS Summer Camps and Learning Opportunities

Teaching and learning doesn't stop during the summer at Lincoln Public Schools! Check out our website for the latest opportunities offered at our schools. More opportunities will be added soon!

High School Summer School

High school summer school is open to students who were in grades 9-12 during the 2025-2026 school year. The summer school program provides an opportunity for all high school students to continue their learning during the summer and earn additional credits. Check out our website for more information.

Athletics

Summer Athletic Clinics are offered through all eight LPS high schools and are conducted by the individual sport coaches at their respective locations. Clinics are offered in various sports and are available for students entering grades 3-12 for the 2026-2027 school year. Click here for more information.

Music

There are multiple opportunities for students entering grades 4-12 who have an interest and passion for music. Check out our website for information and registration information.

ACT Prep

Lincoln Public Schools offers high-quality, affordable workshops to the help students prepare for the ACT college exam in June and July. Regstration for summer workshops is open now. Click here for more information.

Important Reminders

Parents who do not have access to the online registration, or wish to register their child in person, should contact their attendance area elementary school as soon as possible. Questions about kindergarten registration should also be directed to the child's attendance area school.

For more information about kindergarten registration and assessment testing for incoming students, please go to: https://home.lps.org/studentservices/kindergarten-registration-assessment/.

Preschool Applications for 2026-2027

We began taking preschool applications for 2026-27 on January 2, 2026. Children who will be three as of July 31, 2026 and not yet five, and reside within the Lincoln Public Schools boundaries are eligible to be considered for preschool. Information about the preschool application process is available on our website at https://home.lps.org/earlychildhood/preschool-application/.

Lost & Found

Once again, our lost and found area is overflowing! At the end of the year, we'll donate all unclaimed items to a local charity.

Update Your Contact Information

Do we have the most current contact information for you? It's important your child's school has a working phone number, email address and mailing address so we can contact you in the event of an emergency and share important back to school information over the summer. If any of your contact information has changed, please contact your child's school office to update it as soon as possi

Pets at Arrival and Dismissal

We understand that our four-legged friends are an important part of families. However, for the safety of all, we remind you that pets and personal companions are not allowed on school grounds when students are present. Even though your pet might act appropriately around children, there may be other pets that are no okay when around animals. Page 45 of the Important Information Booklet states:

"For the safety and well-being of students, parents, community members and staff, pets/personal companion animals are not allowed to be brought on school grounds when students are present except in accordance with this regulation [3972.1]. Having your pet in the car with you when you pick up your child is acceptable."

If you are walking, please keep your animal on a leash in accordance with city ordinances and stand across the street and off school property. Thank you for your assistance!