Volume 1, Issue 4 January 2024

Benny’s Bulletin
C L A S S O F 2 0 2 4

Omaha South HS Alumni

Missing a Class or Credit Needed for Graduation in May?
Association Scholarship
OPTIONS: For scholarship application, refer to the email
 Add the class(es) to your schedule for 2nd semester, if possible. *This needs to be sent on 12/06 from Ms. Leslie Wilkinson. Appli-
cation is also available in the Counseling Office.
done before the end of the school day on Friday, January 19th.
Scholarship Deadline:
 If the required class has been taken but not passed, sign up for Credit Recovery Thursday, February 1, 2024
with your counselor. Return completed application to Ms. Leslie Wil-
 If options 1 or 2 don’t work, may need to consider Summer School. *Anticipated kinson in the Counseling Office.
options—June session, Accelere, IS Flex
OPS Foundation
 If none of these options work, may need to consider returning in the fall.
Scholarships
 No matter what your plan is, graduating with a high school diploma is the GOAL!!
Omaha Public Schools (OPS) Foundation offers
If you have questions… many scholarships. *Detailed list of all OPSF
See your counselor ASAP!! Scholarships available here or in the Counseling
Office.
Scholarship Deadline:
Senior Success Saturdays South High Credit Recovery Friday, March 1, 2024
Need help with college apps, scholarships, Tuesdays & Thursdays Apply here!!
FAFSA, credit checks, future plans after 3:10—5:00 pm Questions? Contact Mrs. Jennifer Buelt in the
high school? Credit recovery class, classroom, & teacher Counseling Office
South High Counseling Office are located on your schedule in IC (Under
9:00—11:00 am ACT). OEA Foundation
Upcoming Dates: Questions, please see Mrs. Maureen Gregor Scholarships
January 13 & 27, February 3 & 17 or your assigned counselor. Omaha Education Association (OEA) Founda-
Parents are also encouraged to attend if Attendance is required! tion offers many scholarships. *Detailed list of
they have any questions or need additional all OEA Scholarships available here or in the
assistance. Counseling Office.
Scholarship Deadline:
Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship Tuesday, March 19, 2024
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must: Apply here!!
Questions? Contact Ms. Leslie Wilkinson in the
• Be earning at least a 2.0 cumulative unweighted GPA
Counseling Office
• Plan to attend a Nebraska public college
• Be in need of financial assistance—Expected Family Contribution (EFC) below $10,000
FAFSA—NOW OPEN
• DACA, undocumented, or DACA eligible students are eligible to apply
Financial Aid Reps from UNO & Metro will be in
• Visit The Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation for more information & to apply the library at South HS on January 23, 24, &
Scholarship Deadline: Thursday, February 1, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. 25 to help students with FAFSA. You MUST
FAFSA Submission Summary due: Friday, March 15, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. EducationQuest
Victor Garcia from EducationQuest will be visit-
Goodrich Scholarship ing South High School on:
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must: January 19 & 25, February 1 & 16
The EducationQuest website also offers a lot of
• Be in need of financial assistance
valuable information for seniors & planning for
• Applied to & been accepted to the University of Nebraska-Omaha college. To schedule an appointment at the Edu-
• Apply for the Goodrich Scholarship cationQuest office, call (402)391-4033. The
Scholarship Deadline: Thursday, February 1, 2024 @ 5:00 p.m. Omaha office is located at 11031 Elm St.

Benny’s Bulletin comes to you from the School Counseling Office at South High
Counselors: Mr. Buell (A, I, J, K), Mrs. Buelt (H, U, V, W), Mr. Carlson (Q, R), Mrs. Graham (G, X, Y, Z), Mrs. Gregor (C), Mrs. Kuhlman (M),
Ms. Manriquez (S, T), Mr. Pla (N, O, P), Mrs. Vidal (D, E, F), & Ms. Wilkinson (B, L); School Social Workers: Ms. Greenberg (A-M) &
Ms. Rivera (N-Z); Counseling Office Secretary: Ms. Pickle; Counseling Office: (531) 299-2789
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Academic Tutoring Graduation Cap & Gown

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays
3:10—5:00 pm
English, Math, Science, Social Studies,
Foreign Language, Special Education, & ESL
Reminders:
• All students must be in the library by 3:10
• Any student that is late must have a pass
from a teacher, sponsor, or coach
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs.
Susana Lara. susana.lara@ops.org
OPTIONS FOR ORDERING:
1. Order directly at the store: SCHOOL TRADITIONS, 12100 W Center Rd #901, (402)
733-0300 (If paying with cash, items must be purchased at the store.)
STORE HOURS:
Tuesdays & Thursdays – 10:00 am—5:30 pm
2) Order online @ Jostens (Credit or debit card is required for payment.)
For detailed information, refer to the email sent out by Mrs. Julie Johnson on 09/13. If you
have any further questions regarding cap & gown purchase or information related to gradua-
tion, please contact Assistant Principal Julie Johnson at (531) 299-7701 or email at
julie.johnson@ops.org.

IWCC Scholarships MCC First-Time Union Pacific Latino Employee Network

Presidential Scholarship & Priority Deadline: Student Scholarships
Thursday, February 1, 2024 Deadline for all
FINAL Deadline for Scholarships: scholarships:
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Friday, March 1, 2024
Apply here!! Apply here!!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Scholarships
Midlands Scholarship Scholarships are available on
Scholarship Deadline: Naviance. In addition to these
Friday, February 23, 2024 scholarships, seniors will be
notified during Senior Symposi-
BGCM Scholarship Checklist available here um and through email about
or in the Counseling Office. various local scholarships.
For more information, contact Mr. Jermaine
Jones (jjones@bgcomaha.org) College/University Based Schol-
arships are offered by colleges/
universities which are only good
Assistance League Of Omaha
at their institution. Search the
Teen Parent Scholarship college/university website for
Scholarship Deadline: more information & complete
Monday, April 9, 2024
their scholarship application.
For more information & to apply,
click here!! There are many scholarships
available on the following web-
ACT Test Dates sites: scholarshipquest.org OR
studentscholarships.org.
Test Date: Register By:
04/13/2024 03/08/2024
Military
06/08/2024 05/03/2024 Interested in possibly
enlisting with the military?
07/13/2024 06/07/2024
Visit any of the following web-
ACT Fee Waiver sites for more information:
ACT Fee Waivers are available for seniors Nebraska Army National Guard
who qualify for free/reduced lunch. See your United States Air Force
counselor for more information. United States Army
act.org United States Coast Guard
United States Marine Corps
United States Navy
United States Space Force
(LEN) Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must:
• Be of Latino/Hispanic heritage
• Be a resident of Nebraska or Iowa
• Unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher OR a weighted GPA
of 3.5 or higher
• Have a social security number
Scholarship Deadline: Friday, March 1, 2024
Apply here!!
Davis Chambers Community College
Scholarship
To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must:
• Be planning to attend a Nebraska Community College
• Be a US citizen AND a Nebraska resident
• Be in need of financial assistance based on FAFSA
• For more information & to apply, click here. Copies are
also available in the Counseling Office.
Scholarship Deadline: Monday, April 1, 2024
Upcoming College/Military Rep Visits
01/09 University of Nebraska-Omaha
01/23 University of Nebraska-Omaha
*Reps are available to speak with seniors during Senior
Symposium.
Be sure to check the list on Naviance under College Visits
for the most updated information.
Job Corps
Offering FREE Technical College and Education for young
men and women ages 16—24.
See Mr. Carlson (steven.carlson@ops.org) in the Counsel-
ing Center for more information!

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic
information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities and employment and provides equal
access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to accept allegations regarding non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of
Schools, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 (531-299-9822). The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of
Equity and Diversity (equityanddiversity@ops.org), 3215 Cuming St, Omaha, NE 68131 (531-299-0307). If you experience discrimination or retaliation, or if you are aware of any form
of discrimination or retaliation, please make a report. Reports help improve how we educate our students, help improve the environment in which we all work, and help
prevent discrimination at Omaha Public Schools.