VOICES FROM OTHERS
Many years ago, John Parsons attended our church’s mission committee meeting to enlighten us about the Omaha Street School. He told the story of how he gave up a successful law career to follow God’s calling to establish OSS. It was clear he was led by God, and our hearts were touched. The vote to make OSS one of our mission partners was unanimous. Since that time, we have been serving lunch one day a month for the students and staff. Students learn much better when they are not hungry. The staff have a special calling to work with teens that I do not possess, but I am grateful to be able to support their calling in a small way through the lunch program. Presbyterian Church of the Cross has also provided family night activities, and it is amazing to watch these families make memories together. The things I am truly passionate about are few, but my dedication to the Street School continues to grow and remains a true blessing in my life.
When I was first introduced to Omaha Street School in 2018, both volunteering and teaching financial literacy were new to me. Month after month, class after class, year after year it became comfortable, natural, and more rewarding. I know talking about income vs expenses, the importance of savings and budgeting, and resume building, exciting as they sound, are probably not what high schoolers really want to be doing. Getting the students to interact, seeing that light go off in their mind, and watching them open up and truly get involved in the subject is why I keep coming back. I appreciate the relationships that I’ve built with the welcoming staff of Omaha Street School over the last 5 years and am thankful to work for an organization that encourages me to be committed to our community. I can only hope that I have helped make a positive impact on the students’ lives as they have on mine. Forever thankful for the opportunity.
Tina Morgan - Lunch Provider Presbyterian Church of the Cross
Mike Shever - Volunteer Retail Manager II, First Interstate Bank
As a local church, it has been a privilege to support Omaha Street School financially! They do incredible work every day in our city, incorporating both faith and education to help students succeed in life.
For the last few years, Made New Makerspace has been partnering with Omaha Street School, and I count it a blessing to have the opportunity. Omaha Street School has impressed me time and time again with their commitment to the kids they support. From the moment you walk in the door, you know that you’re surrounded by people who genuinely care and want to see these young people succeed. They’re building real connections every day with their students, and as a result, so many kids who once had little hope are finding a chance to shine.
Ken Jensen - Pastor of Tribe Church
Here at OSS we arrive daily to build great rapport with our students and families. We have learned that these families look to us for support in and outside of school. Having these relationships allows students to understand the amount we are all investing to make sure that they succeed. Students at OSS are saying “I love the staff here, it feels like a family”. “Thank you for asking how my mom is doing after she was in the hospital”-Alliyah. Our students ALWAYS want us to provide their favorite treats, attend their games and special events, and get to know the staff members on a deeper level. “Omaha Street School is cool, if you focus, stay out of drama, and do your work”- Mayalyn
Jim Clements - Vocational Partner Made New Makerspace
LaJoy Green - Licensed Mental Health Therapist, Omaha Street School
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