“I was a student that was headed nowhere fast in high school. I had failing grades, expelled, it got to the point where I was a third year freshman. I was not being academically challenged. I was told…”

Sarah Dragon, Omaha

“There was an educator named Maelee Falco who was an counselor at OMAHA Northwest high school when I was in high school. She made a impact on my life because not only she helped throughout my high…”

Candice Moore, Bennington

“The teacher that brought English class alive when I was a senior at Waverly was Mrs. JoAnn Dexter during the 1966 – 67 school year. She made grammar, writing, and, especially, Shakespeare challenging…”

Chuck West, Kearney

“I would like to nominate Mrs. LeNell Quinn for exceptional educator. I can’t think of anyone more deserving than her. Mrs. Quinn teaches pre-K-12 vocal music and Spanish I and II. She also directs…”

Morgan, Winside

“Thank you, Mr. Haynes! You were there for me when you were the administrator. You helped me through a couple of my hardest times in high school and never forgot it. I was ecstatic for my son to have…”

Kaylene Rieger-Rigas, Omaha

“I feel so blessed to have spent 11 years learning from Mr. Haynes. His impact is even bigger than we can all imagine. He may be officially retiring but I know he will always be a Viking and will…”

John Vinchattle, Omaha

“Mr. Haynes, My years at North have forever shaped my life. I loved your no-nonsense attitude and admired the ability to make every person feel welcome and accepted. When I returned for my 20-year…”

Keri Gradoville, Plattsmouth

“Mr. Haynes has been a guiding light for me as a proud North graduate and now as a principal in the North Omaha Community. His kindness and support through the years and for my son, a current North…”

Kristine Denton, Omaha

“Mr. Haynes, I graduated in 1991! You are the brick and mortar of North High. You truly showed every student love and built our confidence. You worked hard and made sure we worked harder! You will…”

Melonie Erickson, Bennington

“Mr. Haynes… the man, the myth, the legend… I can’t imagine North High hallways without your booming voice, your professional demeanor, and the way you cared for each student you met… even if…”

Jay Saunders, Milwaukee