Culler Middle School is a professional learning community with a tradition of service, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to student learning.
As we begin planning for the next school year, we’re excited to invite families to learn more about AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) and how it supports students in building strong academic habits, confidence, and a clear path toward future success.
AVID is designed for students who have college or postsecondary goals, are willing to work hard, and would benefit from structured support along the way. Ideal AVID candidates are curious, motivated, and open to growth—even if school hasn’t always felt easy. AVID is not about being “perfect” or already excelling; it’s about students who want to improve their organization, study skills, critical thinking, and self-advocacy while learning how to navigate increasingly rigorous coursework.
In AVID, students learn how to:
If you believe your student would benefit from this kind of academic support and challenge, we encourage you to request an AVID application for next year.
To request an application, visit lps.org and use the Jump Code: YR4U.
We look forward to partnering with families to help more students build the skills, confidence, and determination they need to succeed—because AVID truly is for all.
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
Happy February!
Here are the 7th/8th boys basketball games that take place this month!
All Games are at 8 (A), 9 (B), and 10 (C) a.m. at each school site. Players should show up to the games at least 30 mins early!
For all things Culler Athletics, please check out the website below. You can find up to date information, schedules and more!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
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.
Do you remember the print edition of the World Book Encyclopedia that you may have used when you were in school? Your student still has access to this resource today – just in an online format. World Book is bigger and better than ever and has components that serve preschool through adults. Your student can access this from their LPS portal. Want to know what World Book version is best for your student?
Have your student go to these databases to see the resources and more!
At LPS we teach students that terms of service agreements are important and have real-world implications. Topics for a family discussion might include:
LPS has procedures to ensure all student apps and websites comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
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 Counselor Visit Day: February 2nd
Ms. Charles met with your student several times during January to help them select their courses for next year and to show them how to register for their classes. On February 2nd, all of the high school counselors will be at Culler to meet with your student and talk about the registration process. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Ms. Charles.
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
There are many “layers” of digital protections that follow your student as they progress through their life in LPS. Informed by federal/state laws, and guided by LPS Board of Education policies, the District builds a digital “walled garden” where students are able to collaborate with peers and teachers, while also keeping their data secure.
Learn more about how your student’s data privacy is protected here: LPS Computing Services | Data Privacy
LPS students using their LPS Chromebooks around town should connect to a more secure network whenever it is available. LPS has partnered with organizations to provide the following options:
The eduroam wireless network is a secure, world-wide wireless roaming access service for the international research and education community. Students can find it in several establishments around Lincoln. Simply select it from the list of available networks – no other steps needed! Visit this eduroam poster and/or LPS jump code: pao4 for more information.
Allo SmartTown for Education is a partnership between Allo and LPS to provide optional, community-wide wireless internet access to LPS. This program is available for LPS students in grades 6-12 who request access and have parent permission. With over 100,000 access points across Lincoln, students can access the internet from a variety of locations without cost to the student or family. Information for getting started can be found in this Allo SmartTown Setup document.
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:
