Millard Public Schools guarantees that all students learn the academic and life skills necessary for personal success and responsible citizenship in a global society by creating a world-class educational system characterized by innovative and diverse opportunities designed to challenge each student.

Description:
Vibrant, rapidly growing suburban neighborhoods have propelled Millard Public Schools into one of the fastest growing school systems in the state. The third largest Nebraska school district, Millard Public Schools includes 24 elementary schools (25 as of August 2008), 6 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative high school. Volunteers work in every building with teachers and administrators to enhance the learning experience. They spend time with students in the classroom as coaching assistants for team sports, mentoring individual students, and much, much more. Volunteers are vital components in the educational process.

History:
Established over 100 years ago, Millard Public Schools eventually consolidating with seven rural districts to reach its present size of 35 square miles in Douglas and Sarpy counties. Millard now provides neighborhood schools for over 19,000 students. Over the next five to ten years, an additional 3,000 students are anticipated.

Contact person: Susan McAdam, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Office fax number: (402) 715-8448

Address:

5606 South 147th Street Omaha, NE 68137 (See a map)

Directions:

Directions to the various schools will be provided to volunteers upon request.