Grateful to live in Lincoln

Tonight the Lincoln Board of Education will put the finishing touches on a strategic plan to guide our work next year and into the future. It is a testament to a caring community and committed staff that this document will reflect the work and input of more than 400 voices. …

Fireworks, independence and resolve

My first Fourth of July in Lincoln was memorable. It is amazing to watch the investments that people make in celebrating independence, and how fast those things go up in smoke. I also thought of the spirit and resolve of those in 1776 who had to build an entire country …

Wednesday, June 22

This has sure seemed like a full week and it is only Wednesday.   We are definitely back into the swing of things and it is great to have Dr. Marilyn Moore back from her trip to China full of stories and tales of wonderful experiences. Monday night was our first budget work …

A Bit More Normal

I think this is the week that the work becomes a bit more normal for many of us.   The Celerion building is feeling like home and we have developed our traffic strategies to get from our office – to all the places where we need to be.   For me, the …

June 16, 2011

Several of us have made the move to the Celerion building. Our new digs are comfortable and definitely convenient. I have enjoyed being able to have quick access to my colleagues who are just a few offices away. Of course, I don’t get to burn all the calories I used …

LPSDO Update

We are working into the second week following the tragic event.   The pieces are beginning to come together nicely.   Today, Union Bank graciously provided  lunch to more than 100 of our team members at the Experian building.  We gave a few tours and enjoyed the tremendous hospitality.   Thanks to Chris …

Monday, June 6

It was great to be back at work today.   I was able to make a visit to East High School and observe the work being done there—all with smiles.  There are employees from across the district who have set up temporary headquarters there. I also ventured to the Experian building …

LPSDO Update

Whew—we made it to Friday and things certainly look better today than they did earlier in the week.  The City has really come through with the Experian building and we are planning to move in on Tuesday of next week.   There is a press conference at 10AM that you are …

LPSDO Update

Greetings—We are now in the third day of recovery from the devastation of the fire at the LPS District Office building.   We are doing very well as plans are coming together to obtain alternative locations so that our employees can get back to work.   I am so impressed …