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Bids For Kids 2023
An Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation Fundraiser
Join us for an evening of hanging with your gals and supporting Elkhorn students!
Who: You and your friends
What: Bids For Kids is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation.
Where: Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation & Alumni Center
When: Thursday, October 5th, 2023 from 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Why: Bids For Kids is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation. Proceeds of this event fund the Math & Reading Clubs that take place in Elkhorn’s elementary schools before and after school and other foundation programming.
Stay tuned for more information!
You can read about last year’s successful event below!
✨ About Bids For Kids: Bids For Kids is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation. Proceeds of this event fund the Math & Reading Clubs that take place in Elkhorn’s elementary schools before and after school. Formally known as “Math and Reading Intervention,” these clubs help students gain confidence through small group tutoring and improve their overall math and reading comprehension.
In the 2021-2022 school year, over 400 elementary students needed additional instruction in math and reading. Because of the generous support of our Bids For Kids sponsors, donors, and bidders, we’re able to continue to fund these vital programs as the need for them increases.
If you are interested in making a donation to help fund these important programs, you can donate online or call the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation office at (402)289.1727. Thank you for your support!

In 2022, Bids For Kids event fundraised $74K for Math & Reading Assistance Programs in Elkhorn Public Schools
Last year, the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation hosted its most successful Bids For Kids fundraiser to date thanks to the generosity of the event’s auction donors, bidders, and sponsors.
From September 28th to October 6th, more than 400 members of the Elkhorn community came together and raised $74K to help fund the Math & Reading Assistance Programs that take place in the Elkhorn District’s elementary schools.
“What an amazing and super successful night!” Said Susan Lumsden, Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation Special Events Coordinator. “I loved seeing our attendees and volunteers having fun, and all of our planning come to life! Giving is not just about making a donation. It’s about making a difference.”
In support of the fundraiser, attendees heard from Math Interventionist Mallory Lantzer, an Elkhorn Public Schools teacher who leads P.A.W.S (People At Westridge Succeed), an afterschool Math Program at Westridge Elementary that provided additional support for more than 60 students last year alone.
“Some people might think that students wouldn’t want to stay after school for an extra 30 minutes to practice math, but for most kids quite the opposite is true,” said Mallory Lantzer. “Our students love the opportunity to work in a small group with their teachers and their peers. They enjoy the more individualized attention from their teachers, and are willing to ask questions and share their thinking out loud– Something that most of them aren’t confident enough to do in a whole class setting.“
This year’s Bids For Kids event featured 313 auction items, many of which were donated by local businesses and friends of the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation. Some of the most coveted items included a Husker Volleyball package, Blake Shelton Pinnacle Bank Suite tickets, an in-home wine tasting from WineShop, and a round of golf at the Lost Rail, Nebraska’s new exclusive golf course. Nearly 2,000 bids were made over the nine-day auction.
“Thank you to everyone who bid on this year’s items!” Said Stacey L. Falk, Executive Director of the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation. “It’s because of you that we’re able to fund these important programs that help our District’s young students receive the extra help they need to be successful.”
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Check back for a complete list of sponsorship opportunities!
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation is a nonprofit organization that promotes student achievement and the unity of our community and its public schools by encouraging, supporting, and recognizing excellence in innovative education, quality school programs, and civic involvement. We offer scholarships, classroom grants, before & after school care, teacher tuition reimbursement, and more.
2023 Elkhorn South High School Scholarship Recognition Ceremony

The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation recognized our Elkhorn South High School scholarship winners at our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony on April 27th, 2023.
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, Elkhorn South High School, the scholarship selection committees, and our scholarship donors are proud to recognize this year’s scholarship recipients for their many successes. Congratulations to each of you. We are proud of your hard work and wish you the best as you embark on your next exciting adventure. Your commitment and dedication is an example to us all.
Community-Funded Scholarships
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation currently administers 111 unique scholarship funds on the behalf of Elkhorn families, businesses, and organizations. This year, the Foundation is awarding 198 community-funded scholarships worth $282,300 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors! We are extremely grateful for our scholarship donors, our scholarship representatives, and our 95 volunteer selection committees who partner with the Foundation to provide these great scholarship opportunities for our Elkhorn students!
Community-Funded Scholarship Winners at ESHS
Adam Svoboda | American Legion Post 211 Scholarship |
Brayden Schuiteman | Bixby Memorial Humanitarian Scholarship |
Caden Fett-Jones, Danny Furgison, Heath Jones, Caleb Kilpatrick, Oliver Payne & Sean Walls | Building Independent Futures Scholarship |
Tyson Lovgren & Aditi Rai | Core Bank Cares Scholarship |
Olivia Volk | Don Nordlund Scholarship |
Kylie Hinrichs & Carter Jorth | Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship |
Bradley Klassen | Elkhorn Historical Society Scholarship |
Isabella Valleley | Elkhorn Kids Campus Employee Scholarship |
Caeden Kathol | Elkhorn Kids Campus Former Student Scholarship |
Joshua Venn | Elkhorn Lawn Care Entrepreneur Scholarship |
Bradley Klassen | Elkhorn Lions Club Arnold Fencl Scholarship |
Emma Thomas | Elkhorn Public Library Foundation High School Scholarship |
Abigail Latacha & Leo Pechous | Elkhorn Ridge Middle School Booster Club Scholarship |
Brady Auxier & Claire Gruidl | Elkhorn South Choral Arts Booster Scholarship |
Sean Bidasee & Gabrielle Masteller | Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship |
Bradley Klassen & Wyatt Nelson | Elkhorn Trap Scholarship |
Ryan Fisher | Elkhorn United Lacrosse Scholarship |
Katherine Nichols & Camden Spyers | Elkhorn Valley View Middle School Booster Club Scholarship |
Allison Haase | Elkhorn Volunteer Rescue Scholarship |
Caden Stone | Elkhorn Youth Sports Association Attack Basketball Scholarship |
Tessa Foster | EPS Alumni Scholarship |
Lauren Sieck | ESHS Band Booster Scholarship |
Evan Werner & Gavin Hornbacher | ESHS Boys Basketball Booster Scholarship |
Brady Auxier & Joshua McWilliams | ESHS Boys Soccer Booster Club Scholarship |
Carter Jorth & Ralph Keen | ESHS Football Booster Club Scholarship |
Cole Ballard & Noah Bustard | ESHS Football Futures Scholarship |
Tessa Foster & Lindsey Gruwell | ESHS Girls Soccer Booster Club Scholarship |
Kennadi Borngrebe & Julia Dittrick | ESHS Softball Booster Club Scholarship |
Hayden Kelberlau & Alyx Schieber | ESHS Tennis Booster Club Scholarship |
Delaney Burge & Madeline Henry | ESHS Volleyball Booster Scholarship |
Jordon Boyles | ESHS Wrestling Booster Scholarship |
Franco Artola & Caleb Kilpatrick | Excellence in Action Scholarship |
Hazel Chong & Louis Giacalone | Fire Ridge Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Jerry Zhu | Future Educator Scholarship |
Aaron Jesina | G.E.A.R.S. Car Club – Gary Markmann Memorial Scholarship |
Faith Iossi | George A. & Mary W. Buck Memorial Scholarship |
Gavin Chaney & Caden Ferzely | J.D. Heiskell & Co. Agriculture Scholarship |
Katherine Nichols | John Greufe Memorial Scholarship |
Ralph Keen | Kevin Riggert Scholarship |
Louis Giacalone & Adam Svoboda | Legacy Eyecare Scholarship |
Franco Artola | Margretta, Gladys & Mabel Hamann Memorial Scholarship |
Bradley Klassen | McArdle Grading Company Scholarship |
Lauren Hinrichs | Meridian Clinical Research Healthcare Career Scholarship |
Hannah Proctor | Paul K. Barnes Achievement in Academics Scholarship |
Leo Pechous | Philip E. Lawler Memorial Scholarship |
Bradley Klassen | Powers Automotive Technical Career Scholarship |
Travis Wohlenhaus | Renaissance Financial Scholarship |
Caleb Kilpatrick & Brayden Schuiteman | Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship |
Ralph Keen | Secondhand Support, Inc. Scholarship |
Alex Thomas | Skyline Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Brooke Kingston | Spring Ridge Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Celia Senouvo | TeamMates Scholarship |
Katherine Nichols | The Ramsbottom Scholarship of Distinction |
Kieran McGlynn | Tom Roach Memorial Scholarship |
Gianna Comes & Ralph Keen | Tony Ramaeker SRO Scholarship |
Sophie St. Amour | West Bay Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Madelyn Knight | West O Chamber Scholarship |
Jasmine Moats | Western Douglas County Rotary Club Scholarship |
Catelyn Cygan | Wright Sisters’ Cheer Scholarship |
EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarships
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation (EPSF) funds the ACHIEVE Scholarship Program. Students who challenge themselves by taking 4 or more AP classes and are actively involved in their school and community are eligible for an ACHIEVE Scholarship. ACHIEVE Scholarship recipients will wear a special honor cord during their graduation ceremony in May. This year, the Foundation is awarding 243 ACHIEVE Scholarships worth $260,850 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors.
EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship Winners at ESHS
Abdalhamid Abdalhamid | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Athriya Amarnath | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Regan Applegarth | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Franco Artola | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Gianna Aurit | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jacob Austin | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Brady Auxier | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Robert Barr | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Charleston Berryman | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sean Bidasee | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Reva Birla | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kennadi Borngrebe | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Mara Botos | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jordon Boyles | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Morgan Brady | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
William Brown | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Delaney Burge | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Noah Bustard | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Elizabeth Call | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Carson Chochon | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Hazel Chong | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kendall Cradick | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
George Crocker | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Julia Dittrick | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Lauren Dolson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ashley Dorius | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Rowan DuMond | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jackson Dyer | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kennedy Epp | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Luca Fiore | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ryan Fisher | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Andrew Fitts | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Tessa Foster | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Elijah Fuller | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Coleman Geer | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Louis Giacalone | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Camryn Gove | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Lindsey Gruwell | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Allison Haase | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jackson Hain | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Elizabeth Hanafan | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Allyson Haner | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Grace Henry | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Madeline Henry | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kylie Hinrichs | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Lauren Hinrichs | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Gavin Hornbacher | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Eshaan Jalali | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Luke Johnson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Carter Jorth | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Callie Judkins | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Caeden Kathol | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kelsey Kathol | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ralph Keen | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Brooke Kingston | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Morgan Klein | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Paige Klein | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kayli Krepela | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Haley Kubasik | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Andrew Landrum | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jacob Langewisch | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Maynard Larweh | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Abigail Latacha | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Federico Lesmes | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Caleb List | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Tyson Lovgren | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Calla Lubberstedt | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Maggie Madsen | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sanhith Mandava | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Angela Marrero | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Gabrielle Masteller | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ryan Mayo | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
William McCarville | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kieran McGlynn | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Elsa McGrain | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Keira McShannon | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Joshua McWilliams | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Tristan Minderman | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Dane Mosser | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Carson Muhs | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Avery Mytty | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Wyatt Nelson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Katherine Nichols | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jocelyn Niewald | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ava Palmer | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Leo Pechous | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Raegen Pereira | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jay Peterchuck | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Eva Prendes | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Aditi Rai | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Adelina Redlin | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
William Reefe | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Keira Rich | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Adley Rose | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Zane Rosenberg | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jonathon Roy | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Xander Roy | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Alyx Schieber | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Celia Senouvo | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Katherine Shatel | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Mason Shields | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Lauren Sieck | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jaci Sievers | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kamdyn Sprunk | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Camden Spyers | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sophie St. Amour | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jodi-Ane Stewart | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Caden Stone | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ava Sturdy | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Danika Sutej | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Adam Svoboda | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Alex Thomas | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Emma Thomas | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Linka Thompson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sophia Thompson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Koen Thomsen | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Grace Ulrich | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ethan Uphoff | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Isabella Valleley | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Anna Vance | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Madison Vangilder | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Zachary Venn | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ethan Vesely | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Olivia Volk | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Katie Wendt | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Brenna Whitten | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Haley Willman | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Travis Wohlenhaus | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Daniel Woo | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kenton Zach | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Baylee Zakrzewski | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Charlize Ziegler | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Nathan Zinnel | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
A big thank you to our 2023 Scholarship Recognition Ceremonies
Event Sponsor, Bland & Associates!
Check out Facebook for photos from the event!
2023 Elkhorn High School Scholarship Recognition Ceremony
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation recognized our Elkhorn High School scholarship winners at our Scholarship Recognition Ceremony on April 26th, 2023.
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, Elkhorn High School, the scholarship selection committees, and our scholarship donors are proud to recognize this year’s scholarship recipients for their many successes. Congratulations to each of you. We are proud of your hard work and wish you the best as you embark on your next exciting adventure. Your commitment and dedication is an example to us all.
Community-Funded Scholarships
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation currently administers 111 unique scholarship funds on the behalf of Elkhorn families, businesses, and organizations. This year, the Foundation is awarding 198 community-funded scholarships worth $282,300 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors! We are extremely grateful for our scholarship donors, our scholarship representatives, and our 95 volunteer selection committees who partner with the Foundation to provide these great scholarship opportunities for our Elkhorn students!
Community-Funded Scholarship Winners at EHS
Scottlynd Farmer | “Braver Than You Believe” Scholarship |
Justin Mark | Career Focus Initiative Scholarship |
Connor Hunt | Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Baseball Scholarship |
Jaxson Ninete | Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Football Scholarship |
Emma Hague | Carl Riley Brodersen Memorial Softball Scholarship |
Megan Moore | Carol S. Schlosser Memorial Scholarship |
Scottlynd Farmer & Avery Hoegh | Class of 1961 Memorial Scholarship |
Abril Moran-Pena | Dennis Curtis – Class of ’64 Scholarship |
Breana Deming, Olivia Hanfland, Jocelyn Logue, Brianna Mitchell, Kendra Mitchell, Jenna Smith & Michaela Todd | Don & Judith Petersen Family Scholarship |
William Oestmann | Echelon Homes Construction & Engineering Scholarship |
Kaylee Moody & Katelyn Mullins | EHS & ENHS Achieving with Resilience & Perseverance: GRIT Scholarships |
Elsa Ratnapradipa | EHS Band Booster Scholarship |
Michaela Todd | EHS English Department Recognition Scholarship |
Madalyn Flynn & Cole Houck | Elkhorn Athletic Association Scholarship |
Jacob Uehling | Elkhorn Grandview Middle School Booster Club Scholarship |
Danah Alounk | Elkhorn Historical Society Scholarship |
Brianna Mitchell | Elkhorn Kids Campus Employee Scholarship |
Vamsi Singu | Elkhorn Kids Campus Former Student Scholarship |
Cassandra Limley | Elkhorn Lawn Care Entrepreneur Scholarship |
Brayden Geiger | Elkhorn Lions Club Arnold Fencl Scholarship |
Kaylee Moody & Ella Schutte | Elkhorn Middle School Booster Club Scholarship |
Hanna Bober | Elkhorn Public Library Foundation High School Scholarship |
Blake Forsberg & Karly Rease | Elkhorn Swim Team Booster Club Scholarship |
Kayla Hendricks | Elkhorn Trap Scholarship |
Sean Stara | Elkhorn United Lacrosse Scholarship |
Dalton Witt | Elkhorn Volunteer Rescue Scholarship |
Elsa Ratnapradipa | Ella M. Barnes Achievement in Academics Scholarship |
Danah Alounk | EPS Alumni Scholarship |
Anna Janvrin | Gene & Ruth Kruger Girls Basketball Memorial Scholarship |
Olivia Stednitz | Gina Cyza Memorial Scholarship |
Cassandra Limley | Hillrise Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Michaela Todd & Ethan Vermeeren | J.D. Heiskell & Co. Agriculture Scholarship |
Jaden Anderson | Jacob Ferguson Memorial Tennis Scholarship |
Jenna Smith | Kayla Wilkins Memorial Scholarship |
Sana Ahmed & Esher Swanson | Legacy Eyecare Scholarship |
Katelyn Mullins | Margretta, Gladys & Mabel Hamann Memorial Scholarship |
Esher Swanson | Mary Kaye Eggers Memorial Scholarship |
Brayden Geiger | McArdle Grading Company Scholarship |
Ella Schutte | Nate Pullen Memorial Scholarship |
Alexa Swerczek | Nathan Waggoner Memorial Scholarship |
Danah Alounk & Cassandra Limley | pARTners Scholarship |
Michaela Todd | Philip E. Lawler Memorial Scholarship |
Lauren Schultz | Secondhand Support, Inc. Scholarship |
Brayden Geiger | Steve Kroymann Memorial Scholarship |
Brooke Allen | TeamMates Scholarship |
William Oestmann | Terry and Paulette Peters Memorial Scholarship |
Brayden Geiger | Trent Tiller Memorial Scholarship |
Ethan Yungtum | Vic Porter Memorial Scholarship |
Vamsi Singu | West Dodge Station Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Michaela Todd | West O Chamber Scholarship |
Mallorie Ough | Western Douglas County Rotary Club Scholarship |
Anna Janvrin | Westridge Elementary PTO Scholarship |
Lauren Schultz | William Patton Science Scholarship |
Aidan Betz & Connor Hunt | Wortman/Bacus Commitment to Excellence Scholarship |
Kaylee Moody | Wright Sisters’ Cheer Scholarship |
EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarships
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation (EPSF) funds the ACHIEVE Scholarship Program. Students who challenge themselves by taking 4 or more AP classes and are actively involved in their school and community are eligible for an ACHIEVE Scholarship. ACHIEVE Scholarship recipients will wear a special honor cord during their graduation ceremony in May. This year, the Foundation is awarding 243 ACHIEVE Scholarships worth $260,850 to Elkhorn Public Schools’ seniors!
EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship Winners at EHS
Sana Ahmed | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Danah Alounk | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kaelyn Andersen | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ava Anderson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Thomas Anderson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Dyllan Bertucci | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Alexander Bowes | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Nicholas Branch | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Abigail Breeling | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Allie Carbee | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Lauren Carbee | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Catherine Cox | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Madalyn Flynn | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Blake Forsberg | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Mackenzie Fry | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Hudson Goldal | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Katherine Goracke | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Alexander Haug | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kayla Hendricks | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Cassandra Herbers | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Avery Hoegh | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Cole Houck | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Tanner Houck | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Alexandra Huffman | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Anna Janvrin | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ian Kidder | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Fischer Kirven | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Paili Lange | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Cassandra Limley | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Skylar Mack | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ava Miller | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kaylee Moody | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Madison Moore | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Megan Moore | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Morgan Moore | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jaxson Ninete | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Mallorie Ough | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Elsa Ratnapradipa | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Karly Rease | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Paige Riley | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jackson Roberts | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jordyn Rochholz | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Megan Rodenbough | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Madelyn Rose | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Chase Ruch | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Casey Schiessler | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Kathlene Schultz | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ella Schutte | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Nolan Seifried | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Vamsi Singu | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jenna Smith | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sean Stara | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Olivia Stednitz | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Aiden Sufficool | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Esher Swanson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Grace Swanson | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Caleb Tobin | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Jacob Uehling | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Matt Uehling | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Carter Voorhees | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Max Weber | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Sara Whitten | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
Ethan Yungtum | EPSF ACHIEVE Scholarship |
A big thank you to our 2023 Scholarship Recognition Ceremonies
Event Sponsor, Bland & Associates!

Check out Facebook for photos from the event!

Golf Fore Grants 2023

You’re invited to ‘chip’ in and show your support for Elkhorn Public Schools!
Join us for a day of golf, games, and fun at our annual Golf Fore Grants event at Champions Run Golf Course on Monday, June 5th, 2023!
⛳Who: You and your coworkers, friends, or family.
⛳What: Golf Fore Grants is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation.
⛳Where: Champions Run Golf Course – 13800 Eagle Run Dr, Omaha, NE 68164.
⛳When: Monday, June 5th, 2023.
Check-in at the event begins at 11:00 a.m. with a noon shotgun start.
⛳Why: This exciting event is a vital component to the success of our Classroom Grants Program which provides supplementary educational items to all 20 Elkhorn Public Schools, impacting thousands of students.
In the 2022-2023 school year, the Foundation funded 63 Classroom Grants totaling $157,000. These grants funded literacy assistance kits, eBooks, community field trips, anti-bullying presentations, career readiness public speakers, play productions, Vivi presentation systems, robotics equipment, and more.
Read a Classroom Grants Story:
Foursome Registration – SOLD OUT!
Join the 2023 Golf Fore Grants Waitlist
You can join our 2023 Golf Fore Grants waitlist by clicking the button below. By joining our waitlist you will be among the first to be contacted if a current foursome cancels. You will also be among the first group to be notified when Golf Fore Grants 2024 registration opens.
$1,000 per Foursome
(Foursome registration has increased from $800 to $1,000, but now includes an Eagle Card Package for every player (+$300 value)!
Team Registration now includes:
🚩18-Hole Golf Round for four participants
🚩Grill-Out Style Lunch
🚩19th Hole Social/Dinner Buffet
🚩Flag & Tournament Prizes
🚩4 EAGLE CARD PACKAGES
Each Eagle Card Package includes:
🦅5 Raffle Tickets
🦅5 Mulligans
🦅Golf Poker Participation
🦅2 On-Course Games (Does not include Putting Green Contest).
2023 GOLF FORE GRANTS RAFFLE
MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! Extra raffle tickets WILL be sold at the event this year (cash only). The winner of the raffle will be drawn after the event at the 19th Hole Social/Dinner Buffet.
2023 Golf Fore Grants Sponsorship Opportunities
In 2023, the support of our community is more important than ever in order to reach our fundraising goals as the District’s needs continue to grow with over 11,000 pre-kindergarten to high school students across 20 schools.
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 Golf Status event website. Sponsorships must be secured by May 5th, 2023.
*If you prefer to mail in a check rather than pay by credit card or ACH payment via Golf Status, please give us a call so we can keep our registration numbers and sponsorship opportunities up-to-date and accurate.
Download a complete 2023 Golf Fore Grants Sponsorship Outline
(Does not indicate which sponsorships are sold out).
If you have questions regarding event sponsorships, please feel free to give us a call at (402) 289.1727.
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!
THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSORS!



Hole Sponsors:
Pinnacle Bank
Eide Bailly
Lamp Rynearson
OneNeck IT Solutions
Owen’s Mowing
Sam & Louie’s Pizzeria
Scooters
American Interstate Bank
Dr. Roger & Judy Breed
Lutz
Nu-Trend Homes
Nebraska Realty
Prairie Construction
Partners Bid

Students Gaining Confidence with Math & Reading Assistance
Mallory Lantzer has been a Math Interventionist at Westridge Elementary for nine years. She also is the co-chair of her Student Assistance Team, and leads PAWS (People At Westridge Succeed), an after-school Math Assistance Program funded by the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation.

According to Lantzer, one of the biggest challenges that teachers face in the classroom is feeling like they don’t have enough time to effectively meet the needs of every individual student. “PAWS helps us spend more time with the students that need our support the most,” she said.
Kindergarten through fifth grade students that attend PAWS spend an extra 30 minutes after school three days a week in small groups reviewing grade level content, practicing skills that are challenging for them, and gaining confidence in their math abilities. PAWS provided additional support to more than 60 students last year alone.
“Some people might think that students wouldn’t want to stay after school to practice math, but for most kids, quite the opposite is true,” said Lantzer.
“Our students love the opportunity to work in a small group with their teachers and peers. They enjoy the more individualized attention from their teachers, and they are willing to ask questions, and share their thinking out loud. Something that most of them aren’t confident enough to do in a whole-class setting.”



Lantzer said that the increase in confidence that she sees in her students after they attend PAWS is what makes the program so rewarding. “Our data shows that attending our after school math program has a huge impact on our students’ level of achievement in the classroom on a daily basis, as well as on District and state assessments,” she said.
PAWS is just one of many math and reading assistance groups that are funded by the Foundation. In the 2021-2022 school year, over 400 elementary students in the Elkhorn Public Schools District needed additional instruction in math and reading. Our annual Bids For Kids event is the main fundraiser for our Math & Reading Assistance Program. This year, the event raised $74,000, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, attendees, and auction participants.
If you are interested in making a contribution to our Math & Reading Assistance Program, please visit our online donation form or contact the Foundation office at (402) 289.1727.
Our elementary schools are always looking for additional staff to lead Math & Reading Assistance groups before or after school as the need for them continues to increase. If you are an Elkhorn Public Schools staff member and are interested in leading a group, please contact your building principal.

Making a Difference with Classroom Grants
Michaela Koenig is a Resource Teacher at Sagewood Elementary. She has been a teacher in the Elkhorn Public Schools District for eight years, providing special education services for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. She also is a “Battle of the Books” sponsor for fourth and fifth graders, and a 2022-2023 Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation (EPSF) Classroom Grant recipient.
The Community Field Trip & Books Classroom Grant for Sagewood Elementary allows her language group students to learn about their community and develop new communication skills using their voice or communication devices.

“Our students are able to use the books they read to learn about different places in our community,” said Koenig. “As they read the books, they learn valuable early literacy skills such as turning pages and using their fingers to track words as we read.”
In October, the students were able to apply their newly acquired communication skills and knowledge about their community at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. The students practiced labeling and describing animals while observing their actions at each animal exhibit that they toured. The students also utilized the opportunity to engage in conversations with each other about the animals and their habitats.






Later this year, Koenig’s students will have the opportunity to follow a grocery list to purchase items for a recipe. They will also visit Sam and Louie’s in the spring to order or make a slice of pizza while practicing their social skills using their voices or communication devices while out and about in the community.
“This grant provides valuable opportunities for my students to use their language skills in different environments,” said Koenig.
“We practice language at school, but so much of what we practice applies to places outside of school. This grant allows our students to use what they are learning at school and apply it in different, exciting places.”
In the future, Koenig said that she would love to continue the Community Field Trips and Books Classroom Grant for her language groups. There are also some additional programs that she would like to consider purchasing that would be beneficial to building language and literacy skills.
Koenig’s grant is just one of 63 EPSF Classroom Grants totaling $157,000 that were awarded to all 20 Elkhorn Public Schools during the 2022-2023 school year. Our annual Golf Fore Grants event is the main fundraiser for our Classroom Grants program. This year, the event raised over $56,000, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and participants.
If you are interested in making a contribution to our Classroom Grants program, please visit our online donation form or contact the Foundation office at (402) 289.1727.
Elkhorn Family Honors Son by Establishing the Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship
Next April, a graduating senior from an Elkhorn public high school will be awarded “The Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship” for the first time. This opportunity was made possible by the Osborns, an Elkhorn family who lost their son to muscular dystrophy earlier this year. Sam would have graduated from Elkhorn South High School in 2023.

Sam Osborn was the youngest of four tremendously close siblings. At six months old, his journey to a diagnosis of congenital muscular dystrophy began.
“The progressive disease debilitates the body, yet leaves the mind intact,” said the Osborn family. “As the disease affected him physically, Sam never let the condition limit his spirit or capacity for kindness. As his body grew more fragile, Sam became a greater source of strength and positivity that brightened the lives of those around him.”
Brilliant, yet never too serious, Sam used his remarkable intellect to bring warmth, humor, and happiness to all. He was expected to live to age eight. He passed away at age 17, having just finished a spectacular academic year as a junior in the 2021/2022 school year. Sam scored a 34 on his ACT exam, which surpassed his brother’s and sister’s score (a fact he would be glad to share).
“Sam illuminated a more fulfilling way to approach life,” said the Osborn Family.
Facing tremendous challenges, he chose to push beyond them. He never resented his disease and instead focused on the opportunities brought to him by being differently abled. With the help of friends and family, Sam enjoyed a lifetimes’ worth of experiences — he was blessed to have many friends who helped him be as independent as possible both inside and outside of school.

The Sam Osborn Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating Elkhorn Public Schools senior who has confronted their own disabilities to achieve academic success, and/or a student who has helped another gain independence from their disabilities.
This scholarship is just one of over 200 community-funded scholarships that will be awarded to EPS graduating seniors this spring. The Foundation works with Elkhorn families and local businesses to award over $500,000 in scholarships every year. Applications for all EPSF scholarships are open from December 1st to February 1st, annually.
If you would like more information on establishing a scholarship or making a donation to an existing scholarship, please visit our Scholarship Program page.
Hall Of Fame 2022

On November 3rd, the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation EPSF held its annual Hall of Fame Banquet & Awards Ceremony at the EPSF Alumni Center.
Every fall, the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation honors Elkhorn teachers, staff, alumni, volunteers, and community businesses that have significantly impacted the Elkhorn Public Schools community and its students at its Hall of Fame Reception.
Nearly 200 members of the Elkhorn community attended the event to honor nine Hall of Fame Recipients.
“We have many educators within the Elkhorn Public Schools District who go ‘above and beyond’ every day,” said Stacey L. Falk, Executive Director of the Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation. “It is the dedication of our teachers, volunteers, and community that sets us apart from other school districts. Your support truly exemplifies why Elkhorn Public Schools and our community are among the best in the state!”
2022 Hall of Fame Recipients



Mary Jo Giesselmann

Julie Sorensen


Ed Pullen

Jenny Haase

Angie Knutson

Jon Driscoll

2022 Hall of Fame Award Recipients
Carl L. White Educator of the Year | Melissa Simons, Elkhorn South High School |
Golden Apple Educator of the Year | Ashley Staton, Sagewood Elementary |
Support Staff Member of the Year | Mary Jo Giesselmann, ENRMS |
Former Educator of the Year | Julie Sorensen |
Alumnus of the Year | Jon Driscoll |
Teammates Mentor of the Year | Ed Pullen |
Community Booster of the Year | James Manske, Elkhorn Lawn Care |
Volunteers of the Year | Jenny Haase & Angie Knutson |
Thank you to our 2022 Hall of Fame Patrons!

Dr. Nancy Rogic-Greufe & Mr. Jim Greufe

2022 End-of-Year Giving Campaign

Help fund Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation Programs by making a contribution to our End-of-Year Giving Campaign!
With your support, we are able to fund impactful programs including Classroom Grants, Scholarships, Math & Reading Assistance, Teacher Tuition Reimbursement, and more. Please read about our programs below.

Classroom Grants
We enrich the classroom experience of Elkhorn Public School students by providing multiple grants to all 20 schools in the District, impacting students at every grade level.

Scholarship Program
We administer scholarships on behalf of community businesses, families, and organizations in addition to funding the Achieve Scholarship Program. These scholarships have benefited thousands of Elkhorn Public Schools’ graduating seniors.
“Being rewarded for the hard work done during my time as a high schooler in Elkhorn is greatly appreciated. The ACHIEVE Scholarship gave me something to work toward that fueled my motivation in my AP classes.” -2022 Elkhorn South High School Graduate & EPSF Scholarship Recipient

Kids in Need
We provide financial assistance to Elkhorn families in need, ensuring financial hardships do not stand in the way of our students’ physical, social, and emotional needs or their ability to achieve success within our schools.

Math & Reading Assistance
We fund the extra hours that our Elkhorn teachers spend outside their school day assisting hundreds of elementary school students who need extra assistance in math and reading comprehension. This includes before and after-school math & reading clubs.
“At first I didn’t think that my child would want to attend Math Club, but he LOVES it! I have seen such improvement in the work he is doing!” -Emily Penry

Teacher Tuition Reimbursement
We encourage our Elkhorn teachers and teacher assistants to prioritize their continued education by providing partial tuition reimbursement. The Foundation provides thousands of dollars in tuition reimbursement every year.


Retired Teachers Luncheon
The Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation will be hosting our annual luncheon for retired Elkhorn Public Schools teachers on Thursday, November 10th at 11:30am!
In honor of Veteran’s Day, we will be hosting guest speaker Bill Williams of Patriotic Productions during our annual Retired Teachers Luncheon. A catered lunch will be provided with time to socialize and network with other retired Elkhorn Public Schools Teachers.
There is no charge to attend this event, but an RSVP is required. You may RSVP online at: https://www.elkhornalumni.org/eps_retired_teachers_luncheon
If you know other retired teachers that may be interested in attending please spread the word! If you have questions regarding the event, please contact Sara McArdle at smcardle@elkhornfoundation.org or (402) 289-1727.
Would you like to keep in touch with other retired teachers and the Elkhorn Public Schools community? Please take a moment to fill out this short survey to receive updates and information on upcoming events: https://forms.gle/cm7MbrhCVTtNjtpq8
About the Speaker | Bill Williams co-founder of Patriotic Productions:
Patriotic Productions has helped over 3,500 WWII, Korea, and Vietnam veterans travel to see their memorials in Washington D.C. from 2008 to 2019. Raising funds and organizing flights spurred an interest in creating more events and opportunities to honor our country’s veterans and their families, as did the Williamses’ four sons, who have changed their family’s legacy to that of one serving in the military. Bill and Evonne are not veterans, nor do they come from military families, but their four sons have all volunteered to serve our country; two soldiers and two Marines.