Welcome to the Black Elk Elementary Web Site. Our school, located in Southwest Omaha with an enrollment of approximately 570 students, was named after Nicholas Black Elk, a Lakota Sioux Indian. He became known through the writing of John Neihardt in his book, Black Elk Speaks. Black Elk shared his life and visions with Neihardt because he wished to pass along to future generations some of the reality of Navite American life and to share some of his dreams which were not yet realized. His vision of a new circle of community reaches out to all people today.

The mission of Black Elk Elementary, through a strong collaborative relationship with students, staff, parents, and community, is to guarantee that all students achieve academic and individual excellence, characterized by challenging, innovative, and diverse learning opportunities.

Thanks for visiting our site and don't forget to Hug Your Children!

Kevin Chick
Principal-Black Elk Elementary