Culler Middle School is a professional learning community with a tradition of service, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to student learning.
When we think about preparing students for college and future careers, we often focus on skills such as critical thinking and goal-setting. Yet one of the most fundamental predictors of success is simple: showing up.
Regular attendance builds the commitment and resilience that colleges and employers value. If a student misses too many days, they’re not just missing lessons—they’re missing chances to practice the habits that lead to long-term achievement. Let’s explore why every day in class is a step closer to their future.
Consistent attendance isn’t just about now—it’s a key to college and career readiness. Missing even 10 days a year can add up—by graduation, that’s nearly a full year of learning lost. Those knowledge gaps can mean missing out on key skills and opportunities, making the path to college and career success far more challenging.
When students attend regularly, they’re building the habits needed for college and the workplace—commitment, responsibility, and perseverance. Let’s make attendance a family priority: a steady daily routine, open conversations about goals, and celebrating each step toward their future success.
To build college and career-ready attendance habits, try these seven tips:
Set consistent bedtimes and morning routines to mirror future commitments.
Lay out clothes and pack bags the night before—preparation is key in any career.
Keep a family calendar to build accountability.
Plan appointments and trips outside school hours, just like workplace expectations.
Address anxieties early through open conversations about future goals.
Celebrate good attendance—it’s a step toward their dreams.
Partner with teachers—teamwork ensures future success. Every day in class is a step closer to their bright future!
AVID (Achievement Via Individual Determination) is an educational program that is designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in college and beyond. This segment is meant for all Culler students and their families, not just those in the AVID Elective, so that every student can reap the benefits of successful habits and routines now, and in the future!
For more information, visit https://home.lps.org/curriculum/avid/ or reach out to our AVID Elective Instructor, Mx. Beatty via email (abeatty3@lps.org)
Thanks so much for being part of the AVID family!
In AVID pursuit of excellence,
Mx. Beatty
AVID Elective Teacher
@ Culler Middle School
Our boys’ basketball season has resumed with practices after school. The boys are really working hard and the energy has been really good! We are getting ready for our first game on January 24th!
Here is a link to our game schedule for your convenience. It is also located on the LPS main website under athletics. The other link here is our Culler Athletics Website, where you can always find up-to-date information regarding all things athletics here at Culler! Also, hit us up if you have any questions along the way!
Jeff Williams
Culler A.D.
Health/P.E.
402-436-1210
jwillia6@lps.org
Empower learners to be curious, critical, and creative thinkers; enthusiastic readers; skillful researchers; and conscientious digital citizens.
LPS students have access to a vast collection of digital resources, including reference materials, magazines, and newspaper articles. One of the best tools is the Gale database, where you can find answers to almost any question and dive deep into topics that interest you. Whether you’re working on a research project or just curious about the world, Gale is a fantastic resource to explore!
To access Gale, click the icon on the LPS Portal and choose the most relevant Gale Database for your needs.
At LPS, we teach students that privacy policies are in place to protect their personal information when they are at school or use LPS devices. Take a moment to extend their learning on data privacy by discussing the following questions with your student:
What is a privacy policy? (It explains how an application or service will use your personal information, photos, videos, and may include age requirements.)
What private information do some companies collect through apps and online services?
Why is it risky for companies to have your private information, and what could they do with it that might be harmful?
Want ideas for supporting digital citizenship in your home? Follow your school, LPS Library Services, or #lpsdigcit on social media to get weekly tips. Find additional digital citizenship tips on our website: Library Services Digital Citizenship Tips
Aqeel Fadhil
(402) 436-1715
Hager Mohamed
(402) 436-1958
Claudia Rains
(402) 436-1988
Khudhur Ali
(402) 436-1994
Sernaypaw
(402) 436-1434
Toan Tran
(402) 436-1955
Amanullah Ahadi
(402) 436-1832
Olena Savchenko
(402) 436-1524
The mission of Culler Middle School’s counseling program is to advocate for ALL students which is demonstrated through forming positive connections and cultivating a sense of community. As professional school counselors, we will provide a comprehensive, data driven, developmentally-appropriate program that supports each student’s academic, prosocial, and career development.
High School Registration Updates and Important Dates: All information can be found on the LPS High School Registration Link
Jan. 14th and 15th: Ms. Charles will work with 8th grade students to discuss core and elective classes. Here is the 9th grade course selection guide. School specific classes can be viewed here.
Jan. 28th and 29th: Ms. Charles will work with students to enter their core courses into Synergy for 9th grade.
Feb.2nd: High school counselors will be at Culler to meet with all students to answer questions and complete 9th grade course registration.
Feb. 13th: Course registration is closed for students in Synergy.
Showing up to school every day is critical for children’s well-being, engagement, and learning.
Make sure to send children to school if they are:
Children can even go to school if they:
6th Grade
dmarr@lps.org
7th Grade
kwashbur@lps.org
8th Grade
scharles@lps.org
Attendance Counselor
squirino@lps.org
Registrar
kgrefe@lps.org
Social Worker
dklein3@lps.org
In an effort to get families information about their student’s grades sooner, your school will post your child’s report card in ParentVUE on Jan 7, 2026.
ParentVUE is used by families across Lincoln Public Schools to quickly access information like grades, attendance, and report cards. If you do not currently have a ParentVUE account and would like one, please contact our school office for assistance.
This time of year often brings questions about whether students are allowed to bring/use personal computing devices at school. Where connecting to the LPS network and/or completing school work is concerned, the answer is “no.” There are a number of reasons for this, but you should be aware that the LPS Chromebook comes with limits on the web sites that can be visited and the applications that can be accessed. You can support teachers’ efforts in managing a consistent learning environment by encouraging your student to use the district-issued Chromebook for all school work.
Parents/Guardians can easily send messages to their student’s teachers from within ParentVUE. Clicking on the small “envelope” button next to a teacher’s (or other staff member’s) name anywhere within the platform (e.g., Current Schedule, School Information, Grade Book, etc.) will begin a draft message within Messages/Synergy Mail. More information about messaging your student’s teachers can be found on the LPS ParentVUE Quick Guide.
The Lincoln Public Schools District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship status or economic status in its programs, activities and employment.
ParentVue is a component of the LPS Student Information System that allows parents/guardians to:
