In its first meeting of 2025, the Omaha Public Schools Board of Education drew criticism from several students for the alleged lack of accountability concerning the district’s environmental stewardship plan.
During public comment, Evelina Sain, a senior at Omaha Central High, and Steven Dickerson, a junior, highlighted the lack of infrastructure and oversight in OPS’s 2023 environmental stewardship plan. They urged the board to hire a sustainability coordinator.
“The change occurring is not coming from the district but from students,” said Sain, while Dickerson noted stalled initiatives like composting and tray-stacking, which have proven effective elsewhere. Both students emphasized that without structural support, OPS risks falling short of its environmental goals. The board did not respond to the students’ comments…