2026 ENHS Scholarship Recognition Ceremony Community-Funded Scholarships Photo Gallery

April 29, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Congratulations, scholarship winners and their families! This is a huge accomplishment that you will want to remember for a long time. To download your photo, right click the photo you want to download and select “Save Image As.”

2026 EHS Scholarship Recognition Ceremony

April 29, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Congratulations 2026 Elkhorn High School Scholarship Recipients!

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation recognized our Elkhorn High School scholarship recipients at our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony on April 29th, 2026.

The students should be immensely proud of the hard work that has led them to their accomplishments! Your determination, organization, and commitment will take you far in life. Congratulations from the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, Elkhorn High School, the scholarship selection committees, and our scholarship donors!

All photos will be downloadable – find the buttons to the gallery under each scholarship type on this page. Photos from all 2026 Scholarship Recognition Ceremonies will also be posted on our Facebook page.

Community-Funded Scholarships

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation currently administers 135 unique scholarships on the behalf of Elkhorn families, businesses, and organizations. During this week’s ceremonies, the Foundation is awarding 227 community-funded scholarships worth $342,900 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors! We are extremely grateful for our scholarship donors, our scholarship representatives, and our 125 volunteer selection committees who partner with the Foundation to provide these great scholarship opportunities for our Elkhorn students!

Community-Funded Scholarship Recipients at EHS

Antler Football Legacy Scholarship	Kevin Kubicek
Antler Softball Booster Club Scholarship	Lorena Mishler
Antler Softball Booster Club Scholarship	Karlie Villwok
Arbor View Elementary Alumni Scholarship	Elias Eyler
Arbor View Elementary Alumni Scholarship	Barrett Holmquist
“Braver Than You Believe” Scholarship	Ian Paulsen
Career Focus Initiative Scholarship	Cassidy Muhlbauer
Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Baseball Scholarship	Caiden Severson
Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Football Scholarship	Reid Stec
Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Softball Scholarship	Ella Pearson
Carol S. Schlosser Memorial Scholarship	Yuridia Hernandez-Tapia
Class of 1961 Memorial Scholarship	Elisabeth Hudson
Class of 1961 Memorial Scholarship	Rowan Statz
David & Chris Knight Financial Advisor Scholarship	Ethan Li
Dennis Curtis – Class of ’64 Scholarship	Hayden Proulx
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Maggie Niles
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Reese Nyffeler
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Teagan Plathe
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Oliver Raiser
Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship	Evelyn Wutzke
EHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarship	Allison Mark
EHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarship	Jesse Rangel – Swolley
EHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarship	Paige White Bear
EHS Band Booster Scholarship	Isabell DeStefano
Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship	Carter Haberling
Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship	Lea Naujokaitis
Elkhorn Historical Society Scholarship	Josh Crouch
Elkhorn Kids Campus Employee Scholarship	Jamie Hemmingson
Elkhorn Kids Campus Former Student Scholarship	James Ahern
Elkhorn Lawn Care Entrepreneur Scholarship	Charlie Griffith
Elkhorn Lions Club Arnold Fencl Scholarship	Elijah Beister
Elkhorn Middle School Booster Club Scholarship	Elliana Cain
Elkhorn Middle School Booster Club Scholarship	Paige White Bear
Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship	Bridget Boster
Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship	Teagan Plathe
Elkhorn Volunteer Rescue Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
Elkhorn Youth Sports Association Attack Basketball Scholarship	Nixon Farmer
Elkhorn Youth Sports Association Elite Basketball Scholarship	Lea Naujokaitis
Ella M. Barnes Achievement in Academics Scholarship	Lily Lowther
EPS Alumni Scholarship	Lorena Mishler
G.E.A.R.S. Car Club – Gary Markmann Memorial Scholarship	Caiden Severson
Gene & Ruth Kruger Girls Basketball Memorial Scholarship	Maggie Niles
Hillrise Elementary PTO Scholarship	Gage Petrick
Horizons Scholarship	Allison Mark
Jacob Ferguson Memorial Tennis Scholarship	Gage Petrick
Legacy Eyecare Scholarship	Carson Deprez
Legacy Eyecare Scholarship	Ivan Ratnapradipa
Margretta, Gladys & Mabel Hamann Memorial Scholarship	Cassidy Muhlbauer
Mary Kaye Eggers Memorial Scholarship	Yuridia Hernandez-Tapia
Metro CU Excel Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
Nate Pullen Memorial Scholarship	Slade Waggoner
Nathan Waggoner Memorial Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
pARTners Scholarship	Cassidy Muhlbauer
pARTners Scholarship	Gage Petrick
Philip E. Lawler Memorial Scholarship	Lorena Mishler
Ryan Bayer Memorial Wrestling Scholarship	Rowan Statz
Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship	Camden Zegers
Steve Kroymann Memorial Scholarship	Maggie Niles
Terry & Paulette Peters Memorial Scholarship	Paige White Bear
Trent Tiller Memorial Scholarship	Hayden Proulx
Vic Porter Memorial Scholarship	Kevin Kubicek
West Dodge Station Elementary PTO Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
West O Chamber Scholarship	Brian Strohman
Western Douglas County Rotary Club Scholarship	Parker Stevens
Westridge Elementary PTO Scholarship	Elliana Cain
William Patton Life Sciences Scholarship	Brody Clevenger
Wortman/Bacus Commitment to Excellence Scholarship	Jakob Beyer
Wortman/Bacus Commitment to Excellence Scholarship	Barrett Holmquist
Wright Sisters’ Cheer Scholarship	Parker Stevens
Wyatt Tobin Memorial Scholarship	Ruby Lamski

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EPSF ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship has a long-standing history in the Elkhorn Public Schools District. This scholarship rewards students who challenge themselves by taking 4 or more AP classes and are actively involved in their school and community. This year the Foundation is awarding 267 ACHIEVE AP Scholarships totaling $293,050.

EPSF ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Recipients at EHS

EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Arshaan Adam
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	James Ahern
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Zayan Ahmed
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Annabelle Bang
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jameson Bennett
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jakob Beyer
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Bridget Boster
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Emily Bosworth
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Amelia Bretey
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Josephine Bryson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Trenton Bunjer
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Elliana Cain
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Austin Chaney
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Carson Deprez
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Isabell DeStefano
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Autumn Dixon
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Grace Duffek
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Italia Durant
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lucy Edwards
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Chase Engel
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Megan Erdkamp
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Elias Eyler
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Stephen Fisher III
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Daelynn Gerheauser
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Eve Gregory
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Carter Haberling
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lewis Hacker
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Finnian Hartman
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jamie Hemmingson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Yuridia Hernandez-Tapia
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Barrett Holmquist
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Elisabeth Hudson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Hannah Johansen
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Victoria Kaipust
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Kevin Kubicek
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Tonie Lin
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Rachel Lindberg
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Catherine Love
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lily Lowther
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Allison Mark
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lorena Mishler
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Alexander Morrison
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Cassidy Muhlbauer
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lea Naujokaitis
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Maggie Niles
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Reese Nyffeler
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ella Pearson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Gage Petrick
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Annabella Phillips
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Teagan Plathe
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Oliver Raiser
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ivan Ratnapradipa
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Adison Ritchhart
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ella Rodgers
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ayden Savage
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Joslyn Showman
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Parker Stevens
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Olivia Thompson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Maxwell Underwood
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Christian Venditte
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jayden Vetock
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Slade Waggoner
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Paige White Bear
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Evelyn Wutzke

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EPSF ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Schoarship

The ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Scholarship was introduced in 2024. Students must complete coursework in one Career & Technical Education Program of Focus and complete a multitude of Career Exploration Experiences, Extra-Curricular Activities, and Community Service. This year, the Foundation is awarding 141 ACHIEVE CTE Scholarships worth $159,700. We firmly believe that regardless of the path our students choose, they will be career and college ready.

EPSF ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Recipients at EHS

EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Zayan Ahmed
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Annabelle Bang
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Elijah Beister
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jameson Bennett
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jakob Beyer
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Emily Bosworth
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Amelia Bretey
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Josephine Bryson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Carson Deprez
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Autumn Dixon
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Lucy Edwards
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Megan Erdkamp
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Stephen Fisher III
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Nicholas Geiger
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Daelynn Gerheauser
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Carter Haberling
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Lewis Hacker
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Shawn Joy
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Kevin Kubicek
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ruby Lamski
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Lily Lowther
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jack Metschke
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Maggie Niles
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Chloe Oltman
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ian Paulsen
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ella Pearson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Gage Petrick
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Annabella Phillips
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Teagan Plathe
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ivan Ratnapradipa
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Adison Ritchhart
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Parker Stevens
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Brian Strohman
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jayden Vetock
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Griffin Walters
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Isaiah Weasel
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Evelyn Wutzke

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Special thank you to Bland & Associates for being our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony Sponsor!

2026 ENHS Scholarship Recognition Ceremony

April 28, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Congratulations 2026 Elkhorn North High School Scholarship Recipients!

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation recognized our Elkhorn North High School scholarship winners at our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony on April 28th, 2026.

The scholarship recipients should be immensely proud of the hard work that has led them to their accomplishments! Your determination, organization, and commitment will take you far in life. Congratulations from the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, Elkhorn North High School, the scholarship selection committees, and our scholarship donors!

All photos will be downloadable and organized by type of scholarship (Community-Funded, ACHIEVE AP, & ACHIEVE CTE). Under the list of recipients and above the slideshow in each category, there is a link to a gallery of photos. Click that link to download individual recipient photos. Photos from all 2025 Scholarship Recognition Ceremonies will also be posted on our Facebook page.

Community-Funded Scholarships

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation currently administers 135 unique scholarships on the behalf of Elkhorn families, businesses, and organizations. During this week’s ceremonies, the Foundation is awarding 227 community-funded scholarships worth $342,900 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors! We are extremely grateful for our scholarship donors, our scholarship representatives, and our 125 volunteer selection committees who partner with the Foundation to provide these great scholarship opportunities for our Elkhorn students!

Community-Funded Scholarship Recipients at ENHS

Antler Class of 1961 ENHS Scholarship	Brooke Franzen
Antler Class of 1961 ENHS Scholarship	Graham Keller
Barbara McLaughlin Memorial Scholarship	Tansi Praveen
Big Al – The Tank Scholarship	Lily Hass
Career Focus Initiative Scholarship	Jacob Cerezo
Classroom Educators of the Future Scholarship	Asher Christo
Debbie Kafka Memorial Scholarship	Delaney Phalen
Edna Mae Bonney Memorial Scholarship	Ava Uchtman
ENHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarship	Marsha Akula
ENHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarship	Bailey Wilkins
Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship	Garrett Ringenberg
Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship	Ava Uchtman
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School Booster Club Scholarship	Penelope Brown
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School Booster Club Scholarship	Taryn Ferguson
Elkhorn Grandview Middle School Booster Club Scholarship	Jake Janssen
Elkhorn Historical Society Scholarship	Maddy Brettmann
Elkhorn Kids Campus Employee Scholarship	Sophia Sweeney
Elkhorn Kids Campus Former Student Scholarship	Andrew Nietfeldt
Elkhorn Lawn Care Entrepreneur Scholarship	Zachary DeVeney
Elkhorn Lions Club Arnold Fencl Scholarship	Hailey Schinning
Elkhorn North Boys Soccer Scholarship	Jack Olson
Elkhorn North Boys Soccer Scholarship	Jonah Santos
Elkhorn North Cross Country Booster Club Scholarship	Jenna Polking
Elkhorn North Cross Country Booster Club Scholarship	Derek Rieck-Capellan
Elkhorn North Girls Basketball Booster Club Scholarship	Kalli Stumpf
Elkhorn North Golf Booster Club Scholarship	Eden Connelly
Elkhorn North Golf Booster Club Scholarship	Andrew Nietfeldt
Elkhorn North Golf Booster Club Scholarship	Logan Whaley
Elkhorn North High Band Booster Scholarship	Evan Olijnek
Elkhorn North Vocal Music Boosters Scholarship	Andrew Hoegemeyer
Elkhorn North Vocal Music Boosters Scholarship	Bailey Wilkins
Elkhorn North Volleyball Booster Club Scholarship	Ava Thompson
Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship	Jocelyn Carse
Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship	Jenna Polking
Elkhorn Trap Scholarship	Zane Larson
Elkhorn Volunteer Rescue Scholarship	Nathan Trofholz
ENHS Boys Bowling Booster Club Scholarship	Zander Limbeck
ENHS Football Booster Club Scholarship	Parker Christoffels
ENHS Football Booster Club Scholarship	Alex Uchtman
ENHS Football Futures Scholarship	Ethan Beachy
ENHS Football Futures Scholarship	Barry Fries
ENHS Girls Bowling Booster Club Scholarship	Ava Thompson
ENHS Girls Soccer Booster Club Scholarship	Meghan Coe
ENHS Girls Soccer Booster Club Scholarship	Keary Friedrichsen
ENHS Girls Tennis Booster Club Scholarship	Aubrey Phonephakdy
ENHS Softball Booster Scholarship	Reese Pearson
ENHS Softball Booster Scholarship	Ava Uchtman
EPS Alumni Scholarship	Asher Christo
Future Educator Scholarship	Audra Brabec
Gina Cyza Memorial Scholarship	Jenna Polking
Jacob Samek Memorial Music Scholarship	Henry Groenjes
Jeff Horeis Memorial Soccer Scholarship	Keary Friedrichsen
Jeff Horeis Memorial Soccer Scholarship	Derek Rieck-Capellan
Legacy Eyecare Scholarship	Tansi Praveen
Legacy Eyecare Scholarship	Ava Uchtman
Manchester Elementary PTO Scholarship	Addison Kratky
Manchester Elementary PTO Scholarship	Jack Olson
Margretta, Gladys & Mabel Hamann Memorial Scholarship	William Leslie
Metro CU Excel Scholarship	Addison Kratky
Philip E. Lawler Memorial Scholarship	Harrison Allen
Run for Kindness Scholarship	Paityn Christoffels
Sagewood Elementary PTO Scholarship	Hailey Marshall
Sagewood Elementary PTO Scholarship	Erica Zhang
Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship	Gabriella Kenny
West Dodge Station Elementary PTO Scholarship	Afra Majumder
West O Chamber Scholarship	Maria Lima
Western Douglas County Rotary Club Scholarship	Alex Aliano
Will Maddux Outdoor Foundation Scholarship	Zane Larson
Will Maddux Outdoor Foundation Scholarship	Carter Thies
Wright Family Veterinary Scholarship	Elaine Tjepkes
Wright Sisters’ Cheer Scholarship	Alyssa Zagurski

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EPSF ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Scholarship has a long-standing history in the Elkhorn Public Schools District. This scholarship rewards students who challenge themselves by taking 4 or more AP classes and are actively involved in their school and community. This year the Foundation is awarding 267 ACHIEVE AP Scholarships totaling $293,050.

EPSF ACHIEVE Advanced Placement (AP) Recipients at ENHS

EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Marsha Akula
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Alex Aliano
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Sai Smaran Araveti
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Brody Armbrust
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ethan Beachy
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Morgan Bitcon
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Hayden Booth
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Audra Brabec
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Maddy Brettmann
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jocelyn Carse
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Asher Christo
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Paityn Christoffels
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Parker Christoffels
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ronan Clements
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Meghan Coe
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Eden Connelly
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Lydia Connolly
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Tyler Cooney
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Emerson DePew
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Zachary DeVeney
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Brennon Dreher
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Taryn Ferguson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Alena Franksmann
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Brooke Franzen
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Keary Friedrichsen
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Raisa Halweg
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Samuel Hunsberger
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ella Jackson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jake Janssen
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Zachary Keiser
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Tomasz Kissel
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Addison Kratky
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Kason Krings
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ryland Lane
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Noah Lange
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Zane Larson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Maria Lima
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Christopher Lozier
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Carson Mahnke
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Afra Majumder
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Kylie Marler
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Hailey Marshall
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Chloe Mead
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Madison Mensch
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Mason Mercer
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	William Meyer
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Vanessa Miller
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Elyse Newby
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Evan Olijnek
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jack Olson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Julia Perrotto
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Aubrey Phonephakdy
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Jenna Polking
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Juniper Potter
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Tansi Praveen
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Madden Richardson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Garrett Ringenberg
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Gavin Rohde
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Hunter Rosenbaum
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Faith Seely
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Isabella Smith
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Madalyn Smith
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Sophia Stone
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Kalli Stumpf
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Sophia Sweeney
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Shadrack Tengue
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Carter Thies
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ava Thompson
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Elaine Tjepkes
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Nathan Trofholz
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Alex Uchtman
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Ava Uchtman
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Chase Vokt
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Harrison Vokt
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Logan Whaley
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Landon Wolf
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Sophie Wurdeman
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Alyssa Zagurski
EPSF ACHIEVE AP Scholarship	Erica Zhang

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EPSF ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Scholarship

The ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Scholarship was introduced in 2024. Students must complete coursework in one Career & Technical Education Program of Focus and complete a multitude of Career Exploration Experiences, Extra-Curricular Activities, and Community Service. This year, the Foundation is awarding 141 ACHIEVE CTE Scholarships worth $159,700. We firmly believe that regardless of the path our students choose, they will be career and college ready.

EPSF ACHIEVE Career & Technical Education (CTE) Recipients at ENHS

EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Alex Aliano
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Sai Smaran Araveti
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Brody Armbrust
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ethan Asmus
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Morgan Bitcon
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Hayden Booth
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Asher Christo
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Parker Christoffels
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ronan Clements
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Meghan Coe
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Eden Connelly
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Zachary DeVeney
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Lillian Doscher
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Alena Franksmann
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Raisa Halweg
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Zane Larson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Kylie Marler
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	William Meyer
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Priscilla Nelson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Elyse Newby
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Evan Olijnek
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jack Olson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Julia Perrotto
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Tansi Praveen
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Jase Reynolds
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Madden Richardson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Gavin Rohde
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Faith Seely
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Gerard Stanley III
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Shadrack Tengue
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Ava Thompson
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Elaine Tjepkes
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Nathan Trofholz
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Alex Uchtman
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Chase Vokt
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Harrison Vokt
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Hudson Winn
EPSF ACHIEVE CTE Scholarship	Sophie Wurdeman

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Special thank you to Bland & Associates for being our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony Sponsor!

Alumni Trivia Night 2026

April 14, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

We had a great 4th annual Trivia Night!

Alumni came together on April 2nd for an evening of laughs, friendly competition, and school spirit for the EPS Alumni Program’s annual Trivia Night! Hosted by the hilarious Kathy Burney (Class of 1988), teams tested their knowledge in the categories of Book Quotes, History, Commercials, Potluck, Music, and Elkhorn!

The event also highlighted the EPS Alumni Scholarship. Members of the Class of 1992, who established this scholarship, were in attendance and shared about its impact. Each year, a $1,500 scholarship is awarded to a high school senior at each of the three high schools. Proceeds from Alumni Trivia Night support the EPS Alumni Scholarship fund!

It was wonderful to welcome members from the following class years: EHS 1973, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1997, 1999, and ESHS 2018. Congratulations to the Class of 1981 for winning the trophy!

View photos and download photos below!

Elkhorn Book Project

March 10, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

A dedicated committee of Elkhorn community members has been working together to create a book showcasing the rich history of Elkhorn Public Schools.

This project began with an idea from Mark Wortman to highlight the impact and growth that the Elkhorn Public Schools District has had in the community—from a one-room log schoolhouse in 1856 to today’s 22 schools that stand among the most respected public school districts in the Midwest.

Members of the committee include Dr. Bary Habrock (EPS Superintendent), Steve Baker (former Superintendent), Dr. Roger Breed (former Superintendent), Pat McCoy (former English teacher), Kolleen Quinn Benjamin (third-generation EPS graduate and EPSF Volunteer of the Year), Penny Sander (former English/Journalism teacher), Katherine Buth (volunteer), Kaylee Paulsen (EPSF employee), Stacey Falk (EPSF Executive Director), and Kristine Gerber (journalist, historian, and educator with more than 25 years of experience in producing nonfiction books).

Project Description

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation in partnership with the Elkhorn Photo Club/Book Committee and in cooperation with the Elkhorn Historical Society, is developing a 144-page hardbound coffee table book combining compelling narrative text with hundreds of historic photographs.

The book will highlight:

• Academics and educational innovation
• Athletics and extracurricular activities
• Fine arts, clubs, and student life
• Traditions and community identity
• The broader history of the Elkhorn community

This highly visual format will engage a wide audience—from students and educators to historians and lifelong Nebraskans.

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Creation of the book is currently in process with a goal of distribution in Early November 2026

Stay tuned for details on how to purchase a copy!

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The committee is accepting sponsorships to help cover the costs of the creation of this lasting momento.

Reach out to mwortman4219@gmail.com if you are interested in sponsoring this project!

You may also make a donation at the following link: LINK

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation is accepting funds on behalf of the project.

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The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation appreciates your consideration of this important preservation and publishing project. With your support, we can uncover, document, and share a missing chapter of Nebraska history—one rooted in education, community, and perseverance.

Together, we can ensure that Elkhorn’s story is preserved and accessible for generations to come.

Golf Fore Grants 2026

February 17, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Our annual Golf Fore Grants event will be on Monday, June 1st, 2026 at Champions Run Golf Course. Attend or sponsor the event to help us keep our mission on course!

• Who: You and your coworkers, friends, or family.
• What: Golf Fore Grants is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation to raise funds for our Classroom Grants Program.
• Where: Champions Run Golf Course – 13800 Eagle Run Dr, Omaha, NE 68164.
• When: Monday, June 1st, 2026.
  • Check-in at the event begins at 11:00 a.m. with a noon shotgun start.
• Why: This fun-filled day of golf is the driving force behind the success of our Classroom Grants Program which provides meaning resources to enrich the education of Elkhorn students.
• How: Sign up via our GolfStatus event page – AVAILABLE MARCH 2ND!

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TEAM REGISTRATIONS – SOLD OUT

Team Registration INCLUDES:

• 18-hole golf scramble for four participants
• Grill-out style lunch
• 19th hole social/dinner buffet
• Flag & tournament prizes
• 4 EAGLE CARD PACKAGES

Each Eagle Card Package INCLUDES:

• 1 complimentary beverage ticket
• 1 raffle ticket
• 1 mulligan
• Golf Poker participation
• 2 hole-in-one contest opportunities

RAFFLE PRIZE: This year’s raffle will be drawn prior to tee-off and is a complimentary car detail from Lovett Detailing!! Your car will get a full interior and exterior service in the Champions Run parking lot while you are out golfing.

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2026 Golf Fore Grants Sponsorship Opportunities

In 2026, the support of our community members and businesses is more important than ever as the District’s needs continue to grow! Our Classroom Grants Program deepens students’ learning — from the birth-to-three program to the high school level.

Being a Golf Fore Grants sponsor comes with many great perks including exposure across the event in addition to our website, social media channels, and email communications. Sponsorship packages will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and can be viewed and purchased through our GolfStatus event website, which will be available March 2nd. Must be secured by May 22nd, 2026 (with earlier deadlines on some sponsorships listed).

*If you prefer to mail a check rather than a credit card payment via GolfStatus, please give us a call at (402) 289-1727 so we can keep our records up-to-date and accurate.

Sponsorship opportunities opened to “early bird” registration in February for last year’s sponsors and golfers.

(Does not indicate which sponsorships are sold out. Visit the GolfStatus event site for the most up-to-date listing.)

Become a 2025 Golf Fore Grants Sponsor!

Presenting Sponsor – $7,500 SOLD OUT Sponsorship includes a team registration, extra beverage tickets, an opportunity to address event participants before tee-off, priority placement of signage, ball marker with logo for every participant, opportunity to put promotional materials in participant bags, and priority placement of your logo in event emails.	Putting Green Sponsor – $2,000 SOLD OUT Signage at the putting green game, opportunity to have a representative hand out promotional materials, and extra beverage tickets.
Dinner Benefactor – $5,000 SOLD OUT Sponsorship includes a team registration, extra beverage tickets, signage across the event, and a tribute toast at the dinner buffet.	Technology Sponsor – $1,500 (1 AVAILABLE) Exclusive exposure on tournament website, mobile app, and event printouts and extra beverage tickets.
Hat Sponsor – $4,000 SOLD OUT Logo on custom “Elkhorn” hats given to all participants and extra beverage tickets.	Lunch Benefactor – $1,500 (Unlimited) Sponsorship banner at the event and extra beverage tickets.
Golf Cart Sponsor – $3,500 SOLD OUT Signage on the front of each participant golf cart and extra beverage tickets.	Raffle Sponsor – $1,000 (Unlimited) Signage and opportunity to include promotional materials at the raffle prize display.
Golf Ball Sponsor – $3,000 SOLD OUT Logo imprinted on golf balls given to all participants and extra beverage tickets.	Photography Sponsor – $750 SOLD OUT Logo on all photos shared after the event and a designated hole where you may have a representative hand out promotional materials.
Drink Ticket Sponsor – $3,000 SOLD OUT Custom koozies given to all participants, logo on all drink tickets, and extra beverage tickets.	Poker Sponsor – $500 (Unlimited) Signage throughout the event on poker card pickup holes and at the scoring table.
Pin Flag Sponsor *NEW* – $3,000 (1 AVAILABLE) 18 pin flags customized with logo on each hole and extra beverage tickets.	Pin Prize Sponsor – $500 SOLD OUT Logo on all pin prize stakes and your choice of advertisement in the pin prize winner bags.
Golf Cart Goodies Sponsor – $2,500 (2 Options Available) Choose ONE of the following customized with your logo: – Golf Towels – Drawstring Bags – Golf Tees – SOLD OUT One sponsor per option. Also includes extra beverage tickets.	Beverage Cart Sponsor – $250 (Unlimited) Logo on beverage cart throughout the event. ——————————————————- Hole Sponsor – $150 (Unlimited) Logo on course signage for one hole.

If you have questions regarding event sponsorships, please feel free to give us a call at (402) 289-1727 or email us at foundation@elkhornfoundation.org.

Thank you for supporting Elkhorn Public School students and teachers. We appreciate your generosity and hope to see you on the golf course this summer!

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Hole Sponsors

American Interstate Bank

Eide Bailly

Gerst Painting

Great Plains Communications

Omaha Orthodontics

SafeDefend

Sam & Louie’s

Sarpy Chiropractic Elkhorn LLC

The Delano Code

UNICO Group

Weber Orthodontics

AlumMates: Class of 1961 Elkhorn High School couples, including Larry & Kathleen Peterson

February 13, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Interview conducted by Ann Huddleston, Alumni Relations

We’d love to celebrate the four couples from the Elkhorn High School Class of 1961 for Valentine’s Day this year! Larry & Kathleen Peterson, Glen & Joan Peterson, George & Barbara Hendricks, and Ken (passed in 2022) & Judy Finch. Being married for so many years is no small feat! George Hendricks shared, “My great grandchild is 12 and asked me, ‘What’s the best thing you ever did?’ I replied, ‘Married Grandma.’”

Larry and Kathleen Peterson, Class of 1961, will be married 63 years this year on April 27th! They shared some of their memories and wisdom below:

Do you remember what you did on your first date?

We went to an Elkhorn Football game at Yutan. The night was cut short because Kathleen had a slumber party to go to.

Did you have a favorite school dance song?

So many great songs in the 50s and 60s but Last Date by Floyd Cramer would be it.

Did you exchange promise rings or school jackets?

We exchanged class rings meaning you’re going steady.

What was the popular hang out spot?

The downtown drugstore. We had open campus so that is where we went during our noon hour. Drive-in movies were very popular also.

What is the difference between dating then and now? 

The cars and trucks did not have a center console, so you could sit right next to each other. When we danced, we held each other sometimes cheek to cheek, not two feet apart like today. Also, no cell phones. Sometimes it cost a quarter to call your sweetie.

Do you have advice for young couples today?

Chase your dreams. Love and laugh. Have fun. Forgive and forget.

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Special thank you to the Class of 1961 for their Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation Scholarship, “Class of 1961 Memorial Scholarship”. The scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors from both Elkhorn High School and Elkhorn North High School who plan to major in either nursing or one of the construction sciences at a post-secondary educational institution.

Kirk Hanson, Elkhorn High School Class of 2000

February 3, 2026 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Written by Ann Huddleston, Alumni Relations

That same era of small-town growth and endless possibility planted seeds for Kirk’s  future career. While still in high school, he worked maintenance for a real estate company. Watching development unfold around Elkhorn and West Omaha intrigued him. “I was always interested in seeing development happen,” he explains. “With all the growth, I wanted to figure out how to make it a career. I also like using the creative side of my brain—and development is never the same twice.”

Inside the halls of EHS, a few key teachers stood out along the way. Mr. Radicia and Mrs. Holmes made a lasting impact, and he fondly remembers hosting the talent show and creating movies in Mrs. Eggers’ class. The mix of encouragement, creativity, and responsibility clearly stuck. Kirk went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Finance at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln.

His first major development project came after high school: relocating the Menards in Columbus, Nebraska. It was a crash course in large-scale commercial development. “I learned how many people and steps it takes,” he says. “You’re herding cats the entire time. But it’s incredibly satisfying to watch all the parts—and all the people—come together.”

Scaling from local projects to multi-state operations came down to trust—and consistency. “We’ve succeeded in being a trusted partner to national brands. They ask us to help them elsewhere.” One standout example: Raising Cane’s. “We’ve completed 26 locations for them,” he says. His philosophy is simple: “Do what you say you’re going to do, relentlessly pursue, and add value.”

Back home in Omaha, his developments have helped shape the city’s evolving landscape. He especially enjoys bringing new concepts to town and breathing new life into older areas. A recent example is The Arthur at 48th and Dodge—a massive ten-property assemblage transformed into a five-story apartment community next to UNMC. “That one was exciting,” he says. “It’s fun to build something new where most people only saw what had always been there.”

Another favorite is Regency Landing, a six-year effort that’s now nearing the completion of phase one. It’s part project, part passion. “It has been a labor of love,” he reflects. “I love seeing families and friends enjoying all of the great tenants we’ve brought together there. And now our office is there too!”

When asked what advice he’d give his high school self, he pauses—then answers with honesty. “I would’ve partied a little less, worked a little less, and just enjoyed being a high schooler longer. But other than that—no regrets.”

From Kwik Shop nights to reshaping city blocks, his journey reflects exactly what makes an EHS alum unique: grounded beginnings, big vision, and a commitment to building something future generations can enjoy.

Jenna (Johnson) Jaffery, Elkhorn South High School Class of 2012

December 2, 2025 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news

Interview conducted by Ann Huddleston, Alumni Relations

Jenna (Johnson) Jaffery, 2012 Elkhorn South graduate, opens up about what led her to a career as an artist. You may have seen her work out and about in Omaha, notably, Frida Kahlo at Cattle Call, a restaurant in downtown Omaha.

When did your love of art begin?

My love for art is layered. I used to say it began around age 13, after sustaining several knee injuries that sidelined me from sports. Painting started as a distraction, not a passion. It wasn’t until later in my career that I truly understood what it meant to love art. Like many artists, I discovered it was a way to express myself outwardly. That love deepened when I saw viewers emotionally connect with my work—something that didn’t happen overnight. It took years of painting, self-exploration, and learning about the world around me to uncover that passion. It’s the ongoing growth and understanding that keeps me moving the brush.

Were there any teachers in Elkhorn who helped you find and hone your craft?

Absolutely. Every teacher played a role in my growth as a young artist. When you’re just starting out, confidence and encouragement are everything. One of my proudest memories is from sophomore year in Mr. Auck’s Beginning Painting and Drawing class. While I loved the random days he grilled hotdogs for us, I showed up because he believed in me. He let me sit in the back and create freely, seeing something in me I hadn’t yet recognized. One of those pieces ended up in a group show in downtown Elkhorn, and the following year, my work was featured at Hot Shops Art Center—where I later launched my career. It was a domino effect, and I often forget that the first piece to fall was right there in high school.

What was your career trajectory after high school?

With no formal training or college degree, I started from scratch. Right after graduation, I secured a studio at Hot Shops Art Center. Surrounded by talented artists, I committed to learning everything I could and never giving up. For years, I created commissions for homes and businesses. Looking back, that was my training period—even though I didn’t know what I was training for. Now I understand: art isn’t just self-expression, it’s also about bringing someone else’s vision to life. Even on days when motivation is low, I show up and create because it’s my purpose. I’m here to make the world more colorful and to be present for those who need my creativity.

What inspired you to open your own studio? What do you envision for the space?

I wanted the freedom to create on my own terms—lower overhead, fewer interruptions, and the ability to blast music or paint murals on the walls if I felt like it. While I miss the camaraderie at Hot Shops, I was there from 2012 to 2023, working in solitude has shifted my mindset and my creative process. Life may eventually lead me back to a shared space, but for now, I’m embracing this quiet chapter. My shipping container studio is still in progress, but I’m keeping it simple. All I need are four walls, my supplies, and time.

How do you balance art and family life?

My schedule isn’t a typical 9-to-5. It fluctuates with demand and weather, especially now that I focus on public murals. When I’m on a project, I might paint for 10 to 14 hours a day until it’s done. During those intense periods, I prioritize my health and mental well-being. My husband, Ahmad, is incredibly supportive—keeping things running at home while I come back covered in paint and ready to crash. In quieter seasons, I stick to a 9-to-5 routine so we can enjoy dinner together and quality time. Balance is everything in an artist’s life.

How do people usually find you?

Mostly through word-of-mouth. I’m not great at marketing myself, so I rely on genuine connections made while working in the field. I always take time to chat with passersby, answer questions, and sometimes even invite them to participate. I love educating and engaging with the community while I work.

What piece of art do you wish you owned?

Any piece created by artists I’ve connected with. While famous works have monetary value, it’s the art made by people I’ve met that moves me most. There’s something deeply personal about owning a piece from someone whose journey I’ve witnessed.

Do you have artwork on display in public spaces?

Yes! I have several public murals across Iowa and Nebraska. In Council Bluffs, you can visit “Cruising Broadway,” a 500-foot mural along First Avenue Trail that pays tribute to the cruising culture of West Broadway. In Red Oak, I painted “Inspire” on the north side of The FiveOne8—a vital creative hub for the community. In Sioux City, my mural “From Her Arms, We Rise” was created for the Alley Art Festival and celebrates inclusion and Midwest pride. In Omaha, you’ll find my work at Cattle Call (a large Frida Kahlo portrait), Ghost Donkey’s back patio (a wall of flowers), and one of my favorite projects—Handprints of Omaha at Millwork Commons, featuring 3,000 community handprints collaged into trees.

What advice would you give to high school students exploring their future?

You can’t—and shouldn’t—do it alone. I encourage young artists to seek apprenticeships and learn from those they admire. It truly takes a village to shape an artist, whether that village realizes its influence or not. I’ve had artists thank me years later for a conversation or idea we shared, and it’s those moments that build us up. If you can, travel. Discover yourself while learning about the world around you. That’s where growth begins.

Retired Teachers’ Luncheon 2025 Pictures

November 25, 2025 | by wadmin | Make A Comment | Filed under news