From Pre-K to graduation, Omaha Public Schools prepares students for success in life no matter what the future holds.
As the Class of 2025 approaches its next phase, we celebrate their growth and achievements.
Manay Kaw Shee Moo
At Northwest High, Manay Kaw Shee Moo is leaving his mark with strength and kindness. As a student leader and role model, he’s shown what it means to uplift others while staying true to yourself. Whether supporting classmates or preparing for his future in engineering, Manay leads with compassion and purpose.
"Without Omaha Public Schools, I would not be who I am today, because Omaha Public Schools has provided a fundamental place where people can discover who they truly are and what they are good at."
"Being close with family is one of the big parts of my life and our culture in general. We have a Karen community here. We work together and help each other grow."
Sophia Bouman
Sophia Bouman is dedicated to uplifting others through her involvement in Educators Rising, Color Guard, Orchestra, Senior Senate and more. The Burke High senior leads with compassion, always putting others first.
"I just want to give back and use my gifts and my strengths to leave an impact on my community as well."
"Your formative years are when you’re young; those are when some of the people have had the most profound impacts on me. So, if I can be an encouragement to someone and a support to someone in that age too, then I definitely want to do that."
"During middle school and elementary school, I didn't like being involved as much, but the teachers here have shown me that being involved is a good thing. Now, I'm so excited to go to college and do all these clubs and stuff."
"Every single detail has been wonderful, and it couldn't have been any better than what I've experienced here at Omaha Public Schools."