About NELHS

NELHS exists to assist parents and congregations by providing Christian training in the skills and values necessary for loyal, lifelong service to Jesus Christ.

General Info

NELHS is a Christ centered high school serving young men and women grades 9-12. It is located on the "Crossroads of the Midwest" where I-80 and the I-35/Hwy 81 corridor bisect. Thus it is easily accessible to all points in the Midwest as well as the major population centers in Texac, Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Wichita and are an hours drive from two major airports in Lincoln and Omaha.

NELHS is owned and operated by an association of 49 congregations of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) located primarily in Nebraska. An eighteen member board oversees the operation of the school. It began its first academic year in 1979. In its 31st year of operation, NELHS has students enrolled from around the United States and the world through its International Program.

Academics and Activities

NELHS is recognized by the Nebraska State Department of Education as an approved school. Credits are accepted by all colleges and universities. NELHS is a member of the Nebraska Frontier Conference which sponsors competition in volleyball, basketball, track, speech, drama and quiz bowl. Other conference activities include a vocal clinic, art show, instrumental clinic, and an academic honor roll. NELHS offers varsity Football and Soccer as part of the Nebraska School Athletics Association and is a member of the WELS Association of Lutheran High Schools.

NELHS has a certified staff of 12 instructors with an excellent teacher to student ratio, the school has always been grateful for the individual attention it can give to its students and for the quality of Christian education it is privileged to provide. As a Christ-centered college preparatory school, over ninety percent of its graduates continue their education on a college or university campus.

NELHS has achieved many academic awards including state championship status in the University of Nebraska - Lincoln math competition, several years of championships at the Martin Luther College Meet Math competition and leadership in conference academic honor roll.

Living on Campus

NELHS operates a separate boys' and girls' dormitory. They are supervised by the Dean of students, two male and two female supervisors. About thirteen percent of the students are commuters while the rest call the dormitories their home. A regular schedule of meals, study times, bed times and other considerations are part of dorm life. Controlled Wi-Fi and wired high speed internet access and telephones are provided in the all dorm rooms.

Christian worship is important at NELHS. Chapel services are held every weekday morning and evening. Bethel Evangelical Lutheran Church of York is pleased to have students worship with them for Sunday services.

2008-2009 NELHS Facts

Did you know...

NELHS has had 550 gradutes since the doors opened in 1979.
Our students have outscored their peers on their ACT scores.

2007 2008

NELHS 24.7 24.9

LPS 24.5 23.6

MLS 24.1 23.9

Nebraska 22.1 22.1

Nation 21.2 21.1
Graduates have gone into law, medicine, enginering and many other challengin fields.
Graduates have served their country's military and have attended military academies including West Point, Annapolis, and Colorado Springs.
Historically over 90% of our graduates have gone on to a two or four year college.
NELHS has an efficient college advisory office and assists students with career counseling and obtaining scholarships.
A new 42,890 sq. ft. facility featuring a science lab, music center, computer lab, a beautiful gymnasium, three new classrooms, an expansive library, and a new administration wing was dedicated in 2002.
The NELHS choir and band are recognized throughout the area for their superb performances.
NELHS belongs to the Nebraska Frontier Conference and the Nebraska Schools Athletic Association and offers :

Speech	Volleyball	Basketball	Track
Cheerleading	Band	Choir	Quiz Bowl
One Act	Drama	Soccer	Football

Faculty & Staff

Lois Beckmann - Office Secretary

Rev. Ray Beckmann - Dean of Students / Instructor

Rev. Nathan Biebert - Dorm Supervisor / Instructor

Craig Charron - Administrator / Instructor

William Goehring - Director of Development

Jane Haefner - Librarian

Kevin Hahm - Activities Director / Instructor

Alyce Hinrichs - Office Manager

Cori Humann - Instructor

Joshua Johnson - Technology / Registrar / Instructor

Martha Johnson - Music / Instructor

Ardean Nunnenkamp - Maintenance Supervisor

Linda Nunnenkamp - Financial Secretary

Cory Olson - International Coordinator / Instructor

Kathy Stern - College Advisor / Instructor

Benji Wells - Dormitory Supervisor / Instructor

Matt Willems - Instructor

Cindy Gotta - Dormitory Supervisor

Jerri Merklinger - Dormitory Supervisor

Lori Bruns - School Nurse

Janice Keim - Kitchen Manager

	2007	2008
NELHS	24.7	24.9
LPS	24.5	23.6
MLS	24.1	23.9
Nebraska	22.1	22.1
Nation	21.2	21.1