Para, Program

You must be a current Para at LPS to apply for this program.

The Lincoln Public Schools Board of Education believes that higher education is a critical component for LPS para educators because of the diverse and growing needs of the LPS student population.

This program will cover courses taken from

June 2026through

August 2027. Courses will only be approved if they lead to an endorsement, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, or doctoral degree in education and related areas/fields. For full program guidelines, click 26-27 Para Tuition Reimbursement Program Information
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To apply:

Start the process by filling out thisapplication. In addition to the application, the following items are required to complete the application process:

• Two references (one must be a building administrator, principal or special education coordinator) - list these references on the "Reference" page of the application.
• The Teacher Insight 2.0 (TI2) Assessment - You will be provided a link to the assessment when your application is submitted.
• Complete the Tuition Program Application Form found at this link:
  LPS Tuition Program App - Course Information
  , by listing the prospective classes and corresponding credit hours
  - Please scan and attach the list to the Other Supporting Documents area on the "Attachments" page of the application.
• Attach a document to the "Attachments" page of the application which answers the following questions:

1. Whydo you aspire to be in this program?

2. What is your professional ten year plan?

3. Who is your model educator, and why?

The deadline to submit an application is Monday, March 16, 2026.