The NSCAS Summative testing window for grades 3–8 is coming right up! Testing dates are March 19–April 27, 2018 and make-up week is April 30–May 4, 2018. Don’t forget to make sure your child(ren) get a good night’s rest, eat breakfast on the day of the assessment, and stay positive!
The NSCAS Summative is a new computer-based adaptive assessment replacing NeSA that is built from Nebraska’s College and Career Ready standards. It adapts dynamically based on each student’s ability, challenging top performers without overwhelming students whose skills are below grade level.
Results from the spring 2018 administration will be available in the fall of 2018. Starting in 2019, results will be available shortly after the close of the testing window, giving parents and educators valuable information about student performance ahead of the next school year.
Lothrop Magnet Center is located at 3300 North 22nd Street. Approximately 300 students in grades pre-kindergarten through fourth grade attend this Science and Technology magnet. These magnet themes are woven throughout the regular curriculum offerings. Lothrop offers all students unique, high quality experiences that promote literacy, mathematical competency, and the skills necessary to function in the 21st century. At summer science and technology camp, students develop inquiry-based projects, create computer-based presentations, and learn to create graphics. Parent and community involvement are very strong components of this magnet's success. Workshops on parenting skills, nutrition, and computer skills, as well as open forums to address parental concerns, are offered. Volunteers from community organizations also provide weekly tutoring services. The staff, parents, and community are committed to providing Lothrop students an educational program that will prepare the students for the future.
Lothrop renovation is finally complete and we are loving our new look. Come by at take a look if you haven't already done so.
Lothrop Science & Technology Center offers students learning opportunities they would not get anywhere else. Students are involved in constant science investigations and the discovery of new knowledge. Magnet Specialists teach unique, innovative lessons built from Extra Value Standard discovery. Students take part in science exploration, technology, robotics, and Spanish language and culture. Lothrop Magnet staff and students have strong relationships with families and partnerships with many community businesses and share at quarterly Magnet Family Nights.
STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK EVENT: Students/Parents are needed to contribute from each grade for a successful event. Wednesday, April 17th is Staff lunch potluck. Please consider donating lunch items such as: main dishes, sides, salads, desserts and drinks.
Please deliver donations by April 17th @10:50am. Please call Faylyn Yarger @ 531-299-8660 or email faylyn.yarger@ops.org for any or more information.
Awards Ceremony: ALL grades. May 21, 2019 @ 2:00pm-3:00pm. Located in the GYM.
4th grade GRADUATION: May 21, 2019 @3:00pm-3:30pm. Located in the GYM. Will be 4th graders last day of school.
Lothrop Magnet Centers mission is to prepare our students academically and socially to be successful and compete with students across the nation.
Information for the 2012-13 school year application will be posted in the winter of 2013.
This prestigious award is given to select schools across the nation that The U.S. Department of Education (USED) Green Ribbon Schools recognizes as schools that save energy, reduce costs, feature environmentally sustainable learning spaces, protect health, foster wellness, and offer environmental education to boost academic achievement and community engagement.
3. The school's graduates are environmentally literate.
Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the USED will recognize schools where staff, students, officials and communities have worked together to produce energy efficient, sustainable and healthy school environments and to ensure the sustainability and environmental literacy of graduates.