YATP- Young Adult Transition Program

Nominations for the 2026 Greatness Awards close this Wednesday, March 18. We have five categories: Elementary Teacher/Specialist of the Year, Secondary Teacher/Specialist of the Year, Rookie Teacher of the Year, Classified Staff Member of the Year, and Substitute of the Year.

These five incredible people were named our 2025 Greatness Award winners. Now it's your turn to make sure the people who make a difference for your students and family are recognized.

Know someone who deserves this? Don't wait. Nominate them today at plcschools.org/greatness!

Who in PLCS deserves to be known for greatness? Nominate them today at plcschools.org/greatness -- just a name and a short explanation is all it takes. The Greatness Awards celebrate staff across all roles, from teachers to paras to van drivers to secretaries and more! Nominations close Wednesday, March 18.

Ms. Kelly Aschwege is the 2025 Classified Staff Member of the Year, and she earned every bit of it. As a para at Papillion La Vista High School, Kelly builds meaningful relationships with students, and she celebrates every single win. How many wins? Her colleagues counted 384 "cowbell emails" she sent last year cheering on students who earned credits.

Who's making that kind of impact in your building? Nominate them today!

Join us TODAY for our Community Closet Free Shopping Event at La Vista Middle School from 10AM-12PM. No appointment necessary - this is your chance to get essential personal care items and clothing. Open to all PLCS families!

Visit plcschools.org/closet for more information or to schedule a private shopping appointment.

Due to inclement weather conditions, Papillion La Vista Community Schools will be closed on Friday, February 20, 2026. All PLCS Foundation Kids Club sites will be closed as well. Decisions regarding Friday evening activities will be communicated on Friday afternoon by athletic/activity directors, coaches, and activity sponsors.

For more information on how these decisions are made, you can visit the Inclement Weather Information on the Student Safety page on our website.

Due to the National Weather Service's Winter Storm Warning and inclement weather conditions in the forecast, Papillion La Vista Community Schools will be closed on Thursday, February 19, 2026. All PLCS Foundation Kids Club sites will be closed as well.

For more information on how these decisions are made, you can visit the Inclement Weather Information on the Student Safety page on our website.

Who should join Ms. Rayna Lingenfelter and Mr. Zac Konrad (2024 and 2025 Secondary Teacher/Specialist of the Year, pictured here) in being known for greatness? Nominate them now at plcschools.org/greatness!

It's time to recognize the best of the best! The Greatness Awards are the highest honor in PLCS, celebrating staff who inspire excellence across all roles and levels. Winners receive district recognition and a cash prize from the PLCS Foundation.

We've made nominating easier! Just provide a name and short explanation of why your nominee should be known for greatness.

Nominations close Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

The staff and students of YATP would like to express their thanks for all of the generous donors to the 2026 Polar Plunge! YATP raised more than $3,000 this year that will be used for the benefit of the students next year.

📢 DATE CHANGE 📢

The January Community Closet Free Shopping Event has been rescheduled to February 28th, from 10AM - 12PM at La Vista Middle School.

Free clothing and personal care items for all PLCS families - no appointment needed! Mark your calendars for the new date.

More info at plcschools.org/closet

🚨Don't forget!🚨

Students are off Monday, February 16th, for a staff development day.

Enjoy the long weekend, we can't wait to see you on Tuesday!

Due to the National Weather Service's Cold Weather Advisory and inclement weather conditions, Papillion La Vista Community Schools will be closed on Friday, January 23, 2026. All PLCS Foundation Kids Club sites will be closed as well.

As the Cold Weather Advisory expires at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow, athletics and activities will resume as scheduled after 12:00 p.m.

For more information on how these decisions are made, you can visit the Inclement Weather Information on the Student Safety page on our website at plcschools.org.

The Community Closet event scheduled for this Saturday, January 24th has been postponed. We don't have a new date yet, but we'll share that information as soon as it's available.

In the meantime, PLCS families and staff can still access free clothing and essential personal care items by scheduling a private appointment. Email [email protected] to set up a time that works for you.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!