District News

District News

Below you will find news stories related to the District level. You can find news specific to High School, Middle School, Intermediate School and Elementary School under the corresponding sections of the website.

Norris NeSA Results Exceed State Performance Averages

The 2016/2017 ELA, Math, and Science  (Nebraska State Accountability) NeSA test results for Norris Public Schools are now available to the public.  Norris has historically performed above the state average on the NeSA assessment.  The 2016-...

Dr. Skretta named Nebraska superintendent of the year

Dr. John Skretta, Norris Superintendent, is the Nebraska Superintendent of the Year and was recognized at the State Education Conference in Papillion in November. The honor is awarded by NASA (Nebraska Association of School Administrators). NASA is a charter a...

What are these teachers thankful for? The Norris Foundation SEED grant program!

Norris parents and patrons, when you read these teacher comments, you'll know that your donation makes a difference! Help fund innovative classroom projects and tremendously creative teacher ideas by giving to the SEED grant program today! The SEED grant progr...

Statement on outcome of Norris bond election November 14, 2017

The Norris District wishes to express gratitude for the participation of constituents who voted in this election. While we are disappointed in the outcome, this is a democratic process and our people have spoken. We will analyze the results in further detail a...

Election Commissioner Reminds Norris School District Voters of Deadline to Return Special Election Ballots

Lincoln — Lancaster County Election Commissioner David Shively reminds Norris School District voters who have not returned their mail-in ballots for the November 14th Special Election that the ballots must be received in the Election Office no...

Winter Weather and Seasonal Calendar Reminders

With the return of cold weather comes the possibility of weather-related school closings, late starts or early dismissals due to inclement weather.The academic year calendar for 2017-18 consists of 175 student days and 12 staff days. This will not vary due to...

Norris School District announces Veterans Day observances for 2017

Veterans Day 2017 Norris Activities include:Norris Elementary School: Observing on 11/10/17 at 9am with an all school assembly. The Elementary will be singing/performing patriotic songs and recognizing veterans by branch. Elementary will then recognize student...

Norris earns district-wide and individual recognition for Employee Wellness Participation through Elevate

Norris School District employees have exceeded a 50% participation goal in the EHA Elevate incentive program, and earned a $5,000 grant to the district to promote wellness and employee health initiatives. The EHA insurance program has promoted ELEVATE as...

A Day in The Life of a Norris Titan

Check out our latest video that follows Paige, a Norris student, through her busy day.  

Announcement on death of Norris student Ryan Post

It is with great sadness that we report the death of Norris Middle School eighth grade student Ryan Post. Ryan died as a result of injuries sustained in a multi-vehicle accident Wednesday, October 25th on 68th Street north of campus shortly after dismissal.&nb...

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