Principal

Phone: 531-299-6245
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Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor of Music Education - University of Nebraska-Omaha Master of Music Performance - University of Nebraska-Omaha Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision - University of Nebraska-Omaha
Ms. Jodi Pesek
Ms. Jodi Pesek has been with Omaha Public Schools since 1992. She began her career in education as an instrumental music teacher at Norris Middle School and has been an OPS building administrator since 2000. Ms. Pesek holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a Master of Music Performance from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. “My South Omaha roots run deep. I graduated from South High in 1986 and am proud to have the opportunity to serve the South Omaha community as the principal of Omaha South High School.”
Assistant Principal

Phone: 531-299-6702
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Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor of Science in Education - University of Nebraska-Lincoln Master of Science in Education - University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Mr. Mike Greene-Walsh
Mr. Mike Greene-Walsh has been with Omaha Public Schools over twenty years and is the Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at Omaha South High School. He began his career in 2003 as a teacher and coach at his alma mater, Omaha North High School. In 2016, he accepted a position as the Dean of Students and Assistant Athletic Director at Omaha Bryan High School. Mr. Greene-Walsh earned both a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Science in Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. “I am excited to join the Packer family and become a part of the rich tradition of success, both on and off the field.”
Assistant Principal

Phone: 531-299-7701
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor of Arts in English - University of Northern Iowa Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision - University of Nebraska-Omaha
Mrs. Julie Johnson
Mrs. Julie Johnson has been with Omaha Public Schools since 1995 and has served as the Assistant Principal and Activities Director at Omaha South High School since 2002. Mrs. Johnson holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Northern Iowa and a Master of Science in Educational Administration and Supervision from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. In addition, Mrs. Johnson has an endorsement in English Language Learners (K-12) from Concordia University and an endorsement in Reading (K-12) from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. "I am proud to serve as the Activities Director at Omaha South High School. Omaha South High provides numerous opportunities for all students to belong and succeed in our school community."
Assistant Principal

Phone: 531-299-7702
Email:
Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education - University of Iowa Master's in Technology in Education - Lesley College Doctorate in Educational Administration - University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Dr. Veronica "Roni" Huerta
Dr. Veronica “Roni” Huerta has been with Omaha Public Schools since 1990 and has been at South High for over 30 years. She has served as a physical education teacher and coach, a curriculum specialist, an athletic director, and currently serves in the role of Assistant Principal and Data Processor. Dr. Huerta earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Physical Education and Coaching from the University of Iowa, a Master’s in Technology in Education from Lesley College, and a Doctorate Degree in Educational Administration from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. “I am here to serve the South Omaha Community and believe our future is in the hands of our students. They deserve the best opportunities to be successful in whatever they pursue.”