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Southwest High School — School Calendar 2026-27
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LINCOLN, NE 68512
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Upcoming Events
Oct
3
Sat
NHS Garden Day - Mulch DayEvent
Spreading mulch in garden beds
Oct
3
Sat
LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance ClinicsEvent
LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance Clincs
Oct
3
Sat
Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School ClinicsEvent
Emeralds Kiddie Clinic (pre-k to 5th grade) and Middle School (6th-8th grade)Clinics
Oct
5
Mon
Jazz Band ConcertEvent
Check the concert notice for performance time and location details.
Oct
6
Tue
Picture Retake DayEvent
Review the retake day notice for schedule and photo options.
Oct
7
Wed
On Wednesday We Wear Pink for Breast CanerEvent
Students should wear pink on Wednesdays to support Breast Cancer. Student can also purchase bracelets for $1 to support breast cancer research.
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School Profile
Grades
9–12
Enrollment
2,049
Student:Teacher
19.3:1
Locale
Urban
District
LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLSEcon. Disadvantaged
26.6%
Phone
(402)436-1306School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
64%
79th percentile in NE
Math Proficiency
60%
72th percentile in NE
Graduation Rate
91%
Chronic Absenteeism
11.0%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
AP Program
17 courses offered
725 students enrolled
Gifted & Talented
514 students enrolled
Dual Enrollment
133 students enrolled
SAT/ACT
554 test takers
Athletics
3 sports, 11 teams
760 participants
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.8:1
Worse than average in NETechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
2,067
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
112.03
98% fully certified
Counselors
6
Psychologists
1
Nurses
1.4
School Resource Officers
1
Security Staff
5
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,573
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$8,619
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$15,200
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 10%State 29%Local 61%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$293,543
+4.3% 1yr+33.9% 5yr
Lincoln, NE metro area
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
20.6%
Below 150% poverty line
3.1%
Unemployment rate
6.6%
Uninsured residents
6.9%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
7,396
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
6,692
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
2,010 (30%)
Other Health Impairment
1,034 (15%)
Speech/Language Impairment
888 (13%)
Autism
819 (12%)
Emotional Disturbance
647 (10%)
Intellectual Disability
310 (5%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
2,110
Current enrollment
Stable(+3% 5yr)Coming Up
Sat, Oct 3, 2026
NHS Garden Day - Mulch Day
Spreading mulch in garden beds
EventSat, Oct 3, 2026
LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance Clinics
LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance Clincs
EventSat, Oct 3, 2026
Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Clinics
Emeralds Kiddie Clinic (pre-k to 5th grade) and Middle School (6th-8th grade)Clinics
EventFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Southwest High School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | 5th Grade MAP Testing - ReadingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 2, 2026 | 4th Grade MAP Testing - MathDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for testing dates and any required preparation materials. |
| Thu, Sep 3, 2026 | 3rd Grade MAP Reading TestingDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Sep 4, 2026 | 5th Map Reading testingDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | No School (Labor Day)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Teacher Plan day- No schoolDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | 4th Gr MAP Testing: MathDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 21, 2026 | Culinary Club: HELP US GET COOKING! Support the LSW ProStart Club by upgrading your kitchen through our online Pampered Chef fundraiser from now until October 7th! 15% of total sales go directly to our club so we can purchase Shoes for Crews Non-Slip Industry Shoes, with orders shipped straight to your door. If you’ve ever thought, “I should probably replace that kitchen gadget…” This is your sign! https://www.pamperedchef.com/party/lswculinaryclub |
| Mon, Sep 28, 2026 | Make-A-Wish Bundt Cake Sales Student can order Bundt Cakes for themselves or fellow students to be delivered on Oct 30th. |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Band/Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance schedule and details. |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | NHS Garden Day - Mulch Day Spreading mulch in garden beds |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance Clinics LSW Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Dance Clincs |
| Sat, Oct 3, 2026 | Emeralds Kiddie and Middle School Clinics Emeralds Kiddie Clinic (pre-k to 5th grade) and Middle School (6th-8th grade)Clinics |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | Jazz Band Concert Check the concert notice for performance time and location details. |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | Picture Retake Day Review the retake day notice for schedule and photo options. |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | On Wednesday We Wear Pink for Breast Caner Students should wear pink on Wednesdays to support Breast Cancer. Student can also purchase bracelets for $1 to support breast cancer research. |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information. |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | NHS Meeting Monthly Meeting |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | LSW Emeralds White or Wheat Dine-Out Dine out and support the Emeralds at White or Wheat before the LSW vs East Varsity Football Game! Go Hawks! |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Q1 Finals |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | Emeralds 402 Creamery Dine-Out Support the Emeralds and get a treat to power through finals @ 402 Creamery! |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Last day of 1st quarter |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | On Wednesday We Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Students should wear pink on Wednesdays to support Breast Cancer. Student can also purchase bracelets for $1 to support breast cancer research. |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | Q1 Finals |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | LPS quarter break |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | PSAT Test |
| Sat, Oct 17, 2026 | ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details. |
| Sat, Oct 17, 2026 | Craft Fair (Theatre) |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 | All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day) |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 | No School - District Planning Day |
| Mon, Oct 19, 2026 | Science Olympiad Chipotle Dine-in Fundraiser Dine-in fundraiser for Science Olympiad |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | First day of 2nd quarter |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Quarter 2 Begins |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | On Wednesday We Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Students should wear pink on Wednesdays to support Breast Cancer. Student can also purchase bracelets for $1 to support breast cancer research. |
| Mon, Oct 26, 2026 | Trunk N Treat - Student Council |
| Tue, Oct 27, 2026 | October-Food Market |
| Wed, Oct 28, 2026 | On Wednesday We Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Students should wear pink on Wednesdays to support Breast Cancer. Student can also purchase bracelets for $1 to support breast cancer research. |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | Senior Family Mtg |
| Thu, Nov 5, 2026 | PreACT (10th Grade Only). No School for 9, 11, 12 Grade students |
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | Blood Drive Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration. |
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | Wish Week - Student Council |
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | Unified Week Celebrating inclusivity! |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Emeralds Jersey Mike's Dineout Support the Emeralds by eating at Jeresey Mike's for this dine-out! |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | LSW Emeralds Jersey Mike's Dine-Out Support the Emeralds and dine-out at Jersey Mike's! |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | Make-A-Wish Volleyball Game |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | NHS Meeting Monthly Meeting |
| Thu, Nov 12, 2026 | Q2 Parent Teacher Conferences |
| Sat, Nov 14, 2026 | LSW One-ACT Festival |
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 | Start of Winter Athletics Practice |
| Mon, Nov 16, 2026 | Emeralds Food Drive for the Food Bank of Lincoln The Emeralds are collecting canned/boxed food to support the Food Bank of Lincoln! Bring your non-perishable items to school this week to support families in need. |
| Tue, Nov 17, 2026 | November-Food Market |
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 | Last day to rec a 'W' for dropped classes for Q2 |
| Fri, Nov 20, 2026 | Last day to request S/U grade for Q2 |
| Mon, Nov 23, 2026 | Classes dropped now till end of Q2 will rec. a F grade |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break - No School Review the school calendar for the complete break dates. |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 | All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day) |
| Mon, Nov 30, 2026 | Teacher Prof Learning Day-No School |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | NHS Meeting Monthly Meeting |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Emeralds Hawks Nest Dineout Support the Emeralds by eating at The Hawks Nest for this dine-out! |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Fri, Dec 4, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Sat, Dec 5, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Mon, Dec 7, 2026 | Tree of Comfort Stuffed Animal and Blanket Drive from BraveBe Child Advocacy Center. |
| Mon, Dec 7, 2026 | Winter Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time and ticket information. |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | Future Hawk Night |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details. |
| Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | Winter Show (Theatre) Check the performance notice for show times and ticket information. |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 | Winter Week - Student Council |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 | Jazz Band Concert Check the concert notice for performance time and location details. |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | December-Food Market |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | Show Choir Premiere |
| Sat, Dec 19, 2026 | Big Show Choir Rehearsal |
| Sat, Dec 19, 2026 | Show Choir Workshop |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Q4 Finals Review the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing procedures. |
| Tue, Dec 22, 2026 | Last day of 2nd quarter |
| Tue, Dec 22, 2026 | Q4 Finals Review the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing procedures. |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | LPS semester break |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Moratorium - Athletic Practice/Competition |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 | Moratorium - Athletic Practice/Competition |
| Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | Moratorium - Athletic Practice/Competition |
| Sat, Dec 26, 2026 | Moratorium - Athletic Practice/Competition |
| Sun, Dec 27, 2026 | Moratorium - Athletic Practice/Competition |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day) |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Teacher Plan Day - No School |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | First day of 3rd quarter |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | 25th Anniversary Theatre Performance |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules. |
| Fri, Jan 22, 2027 | Blood Drive Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration. |
| Tue, Jan 26, 2027 | January-Food Market |
| Sat, Jan 30, 2027 | LSW Dance and Cheer Showcase Support the Emeralds and other local teams as they prepare for the National and State competitons by coming to the showcase! |
| Thu, Feb 4, 2027 | Q3 Parent Teacher Conferences |
| Fri, Feb 5, 2027 | Last day to rec. W when dropping a class for Q3 |
| Fri, Feb 5, 2027 | Last day to request S/U grade for Q3 |
| Sat, Feb 6, 2027 | LSW Showdown |
| Mon, Feb 8, 2027 | Classes dropped now till end of Q3 will rec. a F grade |
| Tue, Feb 9, 2027 | 9th Grade Honors Convocation |
| Thu, Feb 11, 2027 | Junior Family Mtg |
| Sat, Feb 13, 2027 | LSW Emeralds Audition Clinic 6th Grade and older dancers interested in auditioning for any high school's team learn combos and technique, then go through a mock audition to help prepare for future tryouts! |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day) |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | Show Choir Concert |
| Mon, Feb 22, 2027 | Jazz Band Concert Check the concert notice for performance time and location details. |
| Tue, Feb 23, 2027 | February-Food Market |
| Thu, Feb 25, 2027 | Culture Fair - Student Council |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | UNO Jazz Festival |
| Sat, Feb 27, 2027 | ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details. |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 | Start of Spring Athletics Practice |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | Q3 Finals |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 | Last day of 3rd quarter |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 | Q3 Finals |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 | LPS quarter break |
| Sun, Mar 14, 2027 | Unified Week...again! Celebrating inclusivity! |
| Mon, Mar 15, 2027 | First day of 4th quarter |
| Fri, Mar 19, 2027 | State Debate - early release |
| Sat, Mar 20, 2027 | State Debate Check the event notice for competition details and participant information. |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 | March-Food Market |
| Tue, Mar 23, 2027 | 6th Grade All-City Band & Orchestra Concert |
| Wed, Mar 24, 2027 | State Speech (Kearney) |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 | Blood Drive Check the blood drive notice for eligibility requirements and registration. |
| Thu, Apr 1, 2027 | Q4 Parent Teacher Conferences |
| Mon, Apr 5, 2027 | All schools not in session (professional learning & planning day) |
| Tue, Apr 6, 2027 | ACT (11th Gr only) No School for 9, 10, 12 gr students |
| Thu, Apr 8, 2027 | Spring Show (Theatre) Check the event notice for performance dates, times and ticket information. |
| Fri, Apr 9, 2027 | Spring Show (Theatre) Check the event notice for performance dates, times and ticket information. |
| Sat, Apr 10, 2027 | ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details. |
| Sat, Apr 10, 2027 | Spring Show (Theatre) Matinee |
| Sat, Apr 10, 2027 | Spring Show (Theatre) Check the event notice for performance dates, times and ticket information. |
| Sun, Apr 11, 2027 | Spring Show (Theatre) Matinee |
| Wed, Apr 14, 2027 | I.T.S Initiation Ceremony |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | Last day to rec. a 'W' for dropped classes for Q4 |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | Last day to request S/U grade for Q4 |
| Sat, Apr 17, 2027 | Prom Check the event notice for ticket information and logistics. |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 | Classes dropped now till end of Q4 will rec. a F grade |
| Mon, Apr 26, 2027 | Incoming Freshman Music Parent Meeting |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 | April-Food Market |
| Tue, Apr 27, 2027 | Senior Honors Convocation |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | 2nd Spring Shows (Theatre) Check the theatre notice for performance dates, times, and ticket information. |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 | All schools not in session Review the district calendar for closure dates and any makeup schedules. |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 | Forensics Garage Sale |
| Fri, Apr 30, 2027 | 2nd Spring Shows (Theatre) Check the theatre notice for performance dates, times, and ticket information. |
| Sat, May 1, 2027 | Forensics Garage Sale |
| Sat, May 1, 2027 | 2nd Spring Show (Theatre) Matinee |
| Sat, May 1, 2027 | 2nd Spring Shows (Theatre) Check the theatre notice for performance dates, times, and ticket information. |
| Sun, May 2, 2027 | 2nd Spring Show (Theatre) Matinee |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | Incoming Freshman Music Parent Meeting |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 | Band Concert Check the concert notice for performance time, location, and ticket information. |
| Thu, May 6, 2027 | NHS Induction Ceremony Review the ceremony notice for date, time and attendance information. |
| Fri, May 7, 2027 | Swing Night |
| Mon, May 10, 2027 | Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information. |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 | Percussion Ensemble Concert/Show Choir Concert |
| Wed, May 12, 2027 | Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance details and ticket information. |
| Thu, May 13, 2027 | Theatre Banquet Check the event notice for attendance details and reservation information. |
| Fri, May 14, 2027 | Senior Sunset Review the event notice for time and location details. |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Faculty Show Performance |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 | May-Food Market |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 | Yankee Hill Education Center Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 | Faculty Show Performance |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 | Senior Breakfast Review the event notice for time, location and registration details. |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 | Q4 Finals Review the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing procedures. |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 | Independence Academy Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Last day of classes Review the calendar for the exact date and any related events. |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Q4 Finals Review the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing procedures. |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Bryan Community Graduation Celebration https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | Teacher Work Day Check the school calendar for any schedule changes on this day. |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | Lincoln High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | North Star High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | Northwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | Southeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sat, May 22, 2027 | Northeast High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sun, May 23, 2027 | Southwest High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sun, May 23, 2027 | Standing Bear High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sun, May 23, 2027 | East High School Graduation Ceremony https://www.lps.org/page/graduation-information |
| Sat, Jun 12, 2027 | ACT Review the testing notice for registration and timing details. |
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