Omaha Star, Vol 85 No. 25, June 23, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska by The Omaha Star

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Let’s confirm that NATIVE OMAHA DAYS WILL BE taking place July 24-31, 2023. This biennial community celebration has planning underway. The theme this year: “There is no PLACE like HOME.” And for those who are from 68110/68111/68112 and more, this is so true. There are dances planned, family gatherings, vendors on the Bryant Center Basketball Courts, Food trucks along 24th street (The Deuce), stroll down memory lane, golf tournament, family fun zone, class reunions, day parties and more…YOU do not want to miss this festive filled week in Omaha! Remember the BUD CRAWFORD FIGHT will take place on July 29,

Pictured left to right: Veronica Galloway, Pat Baker, JoAnn Turner, Josephine Cobbs, Arlivia Dunson, Sandra Roach, Gladys Sanders. Back row: Sylvia Kirtley, and Jennifer Keys

The Call AARP Chapter 5253 Reorganization After a core group of veteran AARP Chapter 5253 members met on June 1, 2023, it was decided to resurrect the organization. 5253’s origins began in 1998, meeting at OOIC, eventually landing at Omaha Public Library’s Washington Branch. Because of the World Pandemic and the spread of the airborne SARSCoV-2 (Covid 19), chapter meetings ceased immediately in February 2002. Agenda items affirmed: • Re-establish Chapter 5253 • Local membership - $5 per year • Election of Officers ✓ President – Jennifer Keys ✓ Vice President – Arlivia R. Dunson ✓ Secretary – Sylvia Kirtley ✓ Treasurer – Veronica Galloway ✓ Membership Chairperson • Meeting Location ✓ Charles B. Washington Library 2868 Ames Av • Meeting Time ✓ 2nd Monday of each month ✓ 10:30 a.m.

Make the most out of your AARP. AARP is here to help take on the day by sharing practical information with your future in mind. From the political to the social, AARP Chapter 5253 is a champion for social change helping make life better for today’s 50+ population and generations to follow. We believe by helping people navigate ageless realities like financial well-being, health, how to contribute to society and our local community, and how to fully enjoy life in the face of constantly changing realities. Our next scheduled meeting is Monday, July 10, 2023, 10:30 a.m., at the Charles B. Washington Library, 29th Ames Avenue. The day’s agenda will include greetings and induction of new officers by volunteer state president of AARP Nebraska, Suzan DeCamp. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization empowering people to choose how they live as they age. ★

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You cannot believe everything you see on FACEBOOK or what is on/in social media, but you can believe what you read in the Omaha Star Newspaper... Be one of the people that can say: “We had a time last night”! On another note…The Omaha Star is looking for story ideas, persons to be family of the week, artists, writers, creatives, events, church news, and information for newspaper content. Do you have a business in the community? What about becoming an advertiser in the Business Connection for $200 cost for the year? Where do you do your banking? Is your bank advertising in the Omaha Star? Do business with those that are doing business in the community.

Statistics show that the Black consumer spends trillions…our buying power is unsurpassed by any others. The dollar remains in the Black Community less than 30 minutes before it leaves…That is not economic development, that is economic suicide… The reality is that we have to have somewhere to spend the dollars in order for the money to stay in the community. That means that businesses have to be located in the community. Yes, we need service agencies in our community to meet needs, but we also need buying and selling to go on in District 2 (our legislative district) and the district where Juanita Johnson serves as City Councilperson. Street naming is wonderful and I applaud the events, but if commerce is not going on in the streets by way of businesses that are being established then what do we have??? I’m just saying (IJS)…Think on this! ★

REACH Should You Get Vaccinated If You Had or Currently Have COVID-19? Racial and ethical approaches to community health (REACH) is a periodic column focused on reducing health disparities in the African American community. It includes topics submitted by Creighton University Health Sciences Multicultural and Community Affairs (HS-MACA) department. By Richard L. Brown, Ph.D., FACHE The COVID-19 epidemic has begun to subsided in the US and people have gone back to living life as usual. Many people have contracted the virus and survived, while many others across all age groups have died. The reality is that we are living as best we can, in spite of the virus continuing to live among us. Many questions have been asked and answered during the past three years. One of the more recent questions asked is should people get vaccinated if they had or currently have Covid -19. Based on CDC, the following is what we know. If you recently had COVID-19, you still need to stay up to date with your vaccines, but you may consider delaying your next vaccine dose by 3 months. You must allow 3 months from 1) when your symptoms started or 2) if you had no symptoms, when you first received a positive test. Re-infection is less likely in the weeks to months after infection. However, certain factors could be reasons to get a vaccine sooner rather than later, such as: A. personal risk of severe disease, B. o r risk of spreading the disease to a loved one or close contact, C. l ocal COVID-19 hospital admission level D. a nd the most common, COVID-19 variant currently causing illness. Hospital admission rates are categorized as low, medium, and high. If admission rates in the community is high, the risk of contracting the virus is high and you should consider getting vaccinated and staying up to date. If it is low, you may delay vaccination. Virus constantly changes through mutation and sometimes these mutations result in a new variant of the virus. Some changes and mutations allow the virus to spread more easily or make it resistant to treatments or vaccines. As the virus spreads, it may change and become harder to stop. Yes, you should get vaccinated upon the advice of your personal medical provider. It is your choice. Choose wisely, your life and family depend on it. “Stay Active, Health and Happy” ★

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The Big Fat Setup Part 2 When is the last time you ever saw a vegetable at Family Dollar?

at Family Dollar? Yet how many of us have stopped into Family Dollar when we’re hungry to pick up something?

It’s no secret that obesity is on the rise in this country. It’s also no secret that there are higher rates of obesity in the North Omaha community as compared to other parts of the city. Why is that?

Family Dollar is only an example similar. Similar trends exist for fast food outlets, gas station outlets and vending machines. A 2004 study in the Journal of Health Economics showed that when there is a 10% increase in fast food outlets there is an 8% increase in obesity. I do not know the percentage increase in such outlets in North Omaha but use your own memory. Has there been an increase in places we can buy unhealthy food in North Omaha over the last 10 years, 20 years, or 30? If there has, then it is a driver of obesity.

Some people have said that food is cheaper especially food that is unhealthy. Other people said that we exercise less, and we spend more time in front of the television. Or that there are changes in the work environment, so we have less time to prepare meals. Several studies have indicated that while these are factors, they are not the major contributors to obesity. A 2011 article in the Journal Annual Review of Public Health said that the most important driver of obesity is the food industry’s attempt to make high fat, high sugar food more accessible. What does that big sentence mean? It means that people who make our food are spending money to shape our behavior. Think of all the advertising that you have seen promoting food. When was the last time you saw a carrot advertised on TV? Advertising works. It shapes what we buy, shapes what we think. The primary goal of advertising over the last three decades regarding food has been to make us hunger for high fat, high sugar food when we really don’t need it. We associate eating with good or bad times, with boredom, driving, with working or watching. Almost anything can make us think we need something to eat—even if we are not hungry. How does this make people overweight? There is an increase the availability of convenient high fat high fat foods in the community. If you Google Dollar General and place it all on a map, you find that in Omaha there are a total of 16 Dollar General Stores. 14 of them are east of 72nd St. When was the last time you ever saw a vegetable

North Omaha has been termed a food dessert because there is a lack of access to healthy foods. I think it is more accurate today that North Omaha is a Food Swamp. In a swamp there is water everywhere, but you don’t want to drink it. In a food swamp, there is calories everywhere, but you don’t want to eat it. What does this mean for you if you’re overweight? It’s not your fault. Let me repeat that it’s not your fault. Don’t feel ashamed. You’ve been set up. What do you do about it? Well, the advice about diet and exercise, as old as it sounds, is still the best advice. Move some calories from convenience or fast food to healthy fruits and vegetables; drink more water so that there’s less room in your stomach and you feel less hungry; move more so that you feel better. Let’s figure it out together at the Butler-Gast YMCA, 3501 Ames Av, beginning July 13, 2023, 5 PM. It is a 8-week course and it’s free we will discuss common reasons for weight gain and some things you can do about it. The name of the course is Eat Well Live Well. It’s what i used to lose 60 pounds in my life. If you want to register for the class or if you’d like more information, please e-mail us at eatwellomaha@gmail.com. ★

Local Author Book Review Reviewed by Foluso Falaye for Readers’ Favorite

In I Love Our Rhythm so Fu#k the Blues, Todd William Fredrick Hunter, Sr. explores the effect of slavery on Black culture from the arrival of the first slave ship in the 1600s to recent times. Todd looks back at the choices in his relationships, work, and Black communities, reflecting on his mistakes and the areas he needs to work on. The book includes thoughtprovoking discussions about Black women’s opinions of Black men, unity within the Black community, the effect of raunchy and violent lyrics in today’s music, and how religion is used as a manipulative tool, among other topics. Todd, born in the 1960s, has witnessed significant changes in the Black community. He writes this profoundly insightful book to help restore love and positive relations among all Blacks. The chapters in I Love Our Rhythm so Fu#k the Blues contain poetic, lyrical words that allow the reader to better understand the book’s messages and commit them to memory. As

a music lover and musician, I particularly loved the author’s comparison of music lyrics from such historical periods as the James Brown era and today’s gangsta lyrics. I completely agree with the author that Hip-hop music today encourages self-hate and needs to be more positive. Hopefully, the book’s messages will reach every Black man and woman

in the US, as Black relationships, families, unity, and love would be much better for it. Todd tells it like it is—no sugarcoating or avoiding difficult topics. His candid, relatable, and deeply inspiring words are the perfect catalyst for a much-needed Black love revolution. His book spreads one important message: Black love matters! ★

PROGRAM ASSISTANT JOB POSTING The Weitz Family Foundation prioritizes and supports systemic change that transforms our community into an equitable place to live. We do this through advocacy, leadership, education, power-sharing and funding. We are looking for a dynamic, community-focused individual to join our diverse team as a Program Associate. The Program Associate is responsible for learning and connecting what currently exists to address social injustices by partnering with organizations and operations currently or potentially funded by Weitz Family Foundation. Strategically this role is critical to inform the staff, board of directors and the community at large, opportunities to create equity in Omaha. More information on the role can be found at: Your paragraph text. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Emily Nguyen (emily@weitzfamilyfoundation.org). In your cover letter please tell us: 1. who you are and what you value in your work, 2. What interests you about this position and 3. What else you would like to learn about related to the position or the foundation.

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June 23, 2023

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The Pitch Black Competition Finale and Business Expo These exceptional entrepreneurs will present their business pitches to a panel of esteemed judges and a captivated audience. Each finalist will have the opportunity to impress the panel with their unique business concepts, market potential, and growth strategies. The judges, comprising experienced professionals and industry experts, will evaluate the pitches based on various criteria such as innovation, market viability, social impact, and scalability.

The Midlands African Chamber, Inc. (MAC) is excited to announce the upcoming Pitch Black Competition Finale and Business Expo, set to take place on July 8th, 2023, from 9 am to 3 pm at the Creighton University Harper Center. This business pitch competition aims to provide a platform for aspiring BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color) and immigrant/refugee entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and compete for a grand prize of up to $15,000, along with over $40,000 worth of in-kind support such as marketing, legal, and accounting services for their ventures. The Pitch Black Competition Finale and Business Expo is a pioneering initiative dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and empowering businesses in Nebraska and Iowa. By creating opportunities for budding entrepreneurs to connect with potential investors, mentors, and resources, the event aims to stimulate economic growth and promote diversity within the local economy. The event will also feature speeches from three inspirational speakers, Hogoe Kpessou, Dr. Derreck Kayongo, and Ishmael Samuel. The competition will feature five carefully selected finalists, including: 1. The Local Art Plug - Xavier Jackson 2. Serenity Home Solutions, LLC - Vera Mahadi & Hakim Lado 3. Island Chill, LLC - Deshawn Hernandez 4. Cherish Perkins, LLC - Cherish Perkins 5. GreenLexi - Artez and Dorinda Young

MAC encourages entrepreneurs, investors, community members, and business enthusiasts to attend the Pitch Black Competition and Business Expo to witness the innovative business ideas and support the growth of entrepreneurship in the Omaha-metro area. Tickets to attend the event are currently on sale and can be purchased at www.wepitchblack.com. MAC would like to express their gratitude to the United Way of the Midlands, Weitz Family Foundation, Lozier Foundation, and the Sherwood Foundation, as well as all other sponsors and partners for their invaluable contributions and support in making this event possible. Their generosity and commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and diversity in the region have been instrumental in helping local businesses thrive.

About Midlands African Chamber:

Founded in 2020, the MAC is a membership organization whose mission is to improve the robust African and African American business climate in Nebraska and throughout the Midwest. The purpose of the MAC’s benefits, programs, and events is to provide businesses with the opportunity to make or save money, gain knowledge and skills, and contribute to the expansion of a network of successful entrepreneurs. The MAC prioritizes its members by providing them with exclusive networking, marketing, and cost-cutting opportunities, among others. The MAC seeks to have a positive economic impact on the community by providing business opportunities, leadership, education, advocacy, and economic development. ★

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2023 GRADUATES

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Kyra James

Omaha South High School Parents: Tara and Rodney James Future plans: Capitol Hair School in the fall

ShaNyia Desirae Elaine Drake Benson High School Parents: Taneisha Drake and Brandon Penny

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Arianna Hill

Ja’Cya Cooper

North High School 5.0 GPA Attending UNO, major – Bio-Mechanical Engineering

Graduating from Omaha Northwest High School. Plans to attend Lincoln University in Jefferson City, MO, this fall. Pursuing her degree in Education.

Amya Harris-Harper Braylan Mosley

North High School College - Tennessee State University Pursuing a degree in Business Finance Parents: Mom: Shaunielle Mosley Grandparent: Gail Mosley Uncle: Shannon Mosley

Kamden Hutcherson

Central High School He will be attending Experience Academy, in Johnson City, Tennessee Future Plans: Attend a 4-year institution to pursue a degree in Architectural Design Parents: Michael Hutcherson & Carri Collins

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Amya graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology with a concentration in mental health. While at UNO, she was very active on campus. She was a Residential Assistance, Psychology Honors Society member, Psi Chi Mental Health Chair, Leader of the Mental Health Committee, Leader of the Out of Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk Planning Committee, Undergraduate Student Representative, Psychology Student Board Member, President of UNO’s NPHC, President, Financial Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, & Committee Administrator for the Gamma Xi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, member of N.A.M.I on campus, member of the Black Student Union/Black Excellence, and a participant in a research lab. Amya did all this while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, meaning she made BOTH the Dean’s and Chancellor’s list EVERY semester. While in college, she won the Heart of the Walking Woman award from CSM and was recognized for meritorious achievement in psychology. She also was crowned Miss Gold 2022 in the Miss Black & Gold scholarship pageant. This fall, Amya will be starting at UNO as a graduate student in their Industrial/Organizational psychology program. She will be working as a teaching assistance within the department as well. I am so excited for Amya and can’t wait to see what this next journey holds for her!

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OMAHA STAR MORNING NEWS BYTES A PODCAST In Loving Memory Rev. Robert T. Hooks, Jr. It has been 10 years since God called you home on June 20, 2013. You are truly missed by: Carol, wife; sons Robert L and Benton Hooks; daughters Linda Ross and B. Elaine Clark; step-children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, greatgreat grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and brothers/sisters-in- laws; New Beginnings Community Baptist Church Family; Pastor Walter Jones, Sister Renee Jones, and other Ministers in the Gospel.

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June 23, 2023

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KING SOLOMON MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Rev. Jacqueline Ford, Pastor 2842 Monroe Street Omaha, NE 68107 Off: (402) 734-3399 Email: admin@allenchapelomaha.org Sunday School...........................9:00 a.m. Sunday Praise & Worship.....10:00 a.m. Thursday Bible Study..............8:00 p.m. via teleconference, dial-in number 563-999-2090 and access code 576989

Rev. Jacqueline Ford

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ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC CHURCH 2423 Grant St. Omaha, NE 68111 Ph: 402-348-0631 • Fax 402-342-4451 Sunday Mass: 9:00 a.m. Reconciliation: Sunday after Mass or by appointment

3202 Evans Street Omaha, NE 68111 Ph: 402-455-0358 Fax: 402-455-0801

Pastor Albert Jonathan Wagstaff

kingsolomonbaptist@yahoo.com kingsolomonomaha.org

Sunday School......8:45 a.m. Sunday Morning......10:00 a.m. Bible Study, Tuesdays......6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Prayer Service, Wednesdays......12 noon Journey to Tomorrow, Our Next Step Judges 18:4-6

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Rev. Michael Voithofer

ABLAZE HOUSE OF PRAYER

11501 Fairview Road, Springfield, NE 68059 Ph: 402-451-6622 • Fax 402-457-6901 Contact Ablaze: email: ablazeworshipministry@gmail.com Pastor: Rev. Michael Voithofer

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Dave Korth

2207 Wirt Street Omaha, NE 68110 Phone: 402-451-5755

MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Rev. Dr. Lorenzo S.L. Fincher Senior Pastor 5318 South 30th Street Omaha, NE 68107 Phone: (402) 731-1840 “Large enough to serve you, Small enough to know you”

Rev. Dr. Lorenzo S.L. Fincher Senior Pastor

Sunday School .............................................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Services .............................................. 10:45 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Services ..........................................6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study.....................7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Biblically Based, Family Oriented, Dynamic Fellowship

Church of the Living God “A great place to call home.” Pastor Overseer Dr. Claude White 2029 Binney Street Omaha, Nebraska 68110 402-451-4742

Worship Service .............10:00 a.m. Sunday School .................8:45 a.m. Excluding First Sunday Tuesday Evening Service.........7:00 p.m.

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Mass Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00 am in Rectory (2218 Binney) Thursday - School Mass 8:10 am in Church Saturday - 5:00 pm Sunday - 8:15 am and 10:30 am

Live Streaming Sunday Service-10:00am on Morning Star Baptist Church-Omaha Facebook Page

SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH

Serving God and One Another in the Spirit of Excellence Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus Senior Pastor

MOUNT CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

“Jesus is the Light of the World” Bishop Kevin Chambers, Senior Pastor www.m3comaha.org 5112 Ames Avenue Omaha, NE 68104 (402) 457-4216 Church Phone (402) 453-4084 Pastor’s Office

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Overseer Dr. Claude White

Fr. Dave Korth

2019 Burdette Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-342-0018

3131 Lake Street Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1000 www.salembc.org

Bishop Kevin Chambers

Services: Sunday School .................................................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Experience ......... 11:00 a.m. Word On Wednesday (WOW) ........................ 7:00 p.m.

Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus

Weekly Services Sunday Morning Worship Service .....................8:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Children’s Church (2nd & 4th Sunday) ................8:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Life Development (Sunday School) .........................................10:15 a.m. Wednesday Word and Worship (WWW) ................................ 6:30 p.m.

Weekly Services Sunday School ———————- 9:30 a.m.

TABERNACLE OF FAITH CHURCH

Morning Worship —————— 10:45 a.m.

Pastor Barbara Mitchell 2404 Fort Street, Omaha, NE 68111 402-455-1800 Church 402-455-3390 Fax

CLAIR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

“Come Get Your Hilltop Experience” Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor 5544 Ames Avenue, Omaha, NE 68104 Telephone: 402-451-8322 Website: www.cmumc.net Email: clairumc@cumc.omhcoxmail.com Rev. Portia A. Cavitt, Pastor

Sunday School………………………8:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Experience………...10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study….…….…….6:00 p.m.

Rev. T. Michael Williams

Dr. Ralph B. Lassiter

Elder Howard Dixon

MT. MORIAH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

“Transformed People Everywhere” 2602 N. 24th St. - PO Box 11593 www.mtmoriahomaha.net Off: (402) 451-8800 Sunday Worship ..........................................10:45 a.m. Live Stream: Facebook.com/mtmoriahomaha Please call for Prayer and Transformation Group Bible Study Schedule

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday Morning Service 11:30am Wednesday Bible Study In Person 6:30pm Friday Night on Zoom Saturday Prayer at Noon We are the church where everybody is somebody!

ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Kenneth A. Allen, Pastor

Rev. Morita Truman, Lead Pastor Services on Sundays at 8:30 am & 10:50 am

2215 Grant Street Omaha, NE 68110 Ph: 402-346-1502 Fax: 402-344-2720

7020 Cass Street, Omaha, NE 68132 402.556.6262 www.fumcomaha.org First United Methodist Church is a welcoming and inclusive community, inspired to grow with and in God.

Pastor Barbara Mitchell

Rev. Morita Truman

Pastor Kenneth A. Allen

Sunday Morning Worship ��9:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting �� 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Church School �� 6:30 p.m. Youth/Children Ministry Focus (Wedneday) �� 6:30 p.m.

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SUNDAY Sunday Morning Worship……………10:00 A.M. Sunday School……………………….. 9:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY 11:00 A.M. ~ Hour of Power Bible Study Wednesday is Family Night! 6:00 P.M. ~ Prayer & Praise Service 6:30 P.M. ~ Feast & Fellowship (Light Meal) 7:15 P.M. ~ Discipleship Academy (Classes for ages 5 & up)

Charles Galloway - President, Rev John Deang - Pastor, Dr John Beasley - Elder

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH

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EDUCATION

THE OMAHA STAR

June 23, 2023

Summer Enrichment and Learning at Mandela Mandela’s summer session is off to an exciting start. The school has partnered with several organizations in the community to provide an enriching summer for scholars. They are participating in sports like soccer, golf, and tennis. They are also completing STEM and art projects, garden-

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ing, fishing, learning Spanish, skateboarding, doing yoga, and most importantly engaging in play and fun! The scholars also get to adventure across Nebraska this summer with field trips every Friday to museums, parks, and activity centers throughout the community.

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Scholars also engage in more standard academic practices during the summer. They meet with their teachers each morning in small groups to review any concepts they missed throughout the school year or missed on their end of the year exams. These targeted interventions allow

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