Principal CK is a dedicated and experienced educator who brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our school community. With an impressive background spanning over 25 years in education, Principal CK is proud to have previously taught at Bryan High from 1999 to 2008 and has now returned as our principal.

Throughout his career, Principal CK has served in various roles across Omaha, including Nathan Hale Middle, Buffett Middle, Central High, and TAC (central office). This diverse experience has provided him with a deep understanding of our city and its educational landscape. Principal CK's commitment to serving students and families from all parts of Omaha reflects his unwavering dedication to fostering academic excellence and creating a nurturing environment for all.

As an experienced educator, Principal CK values the importance of cultivating a strong sense of community within Bear Country. He believes that every student has the potential to succeed and is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive educational experience for all. Principal CK's leadership, coupled with the unwavering dedication of our entire school community, ensures that Bryan High remains a place where students thrive and are prepared for success in their future endeavors.

Academic Director, Q, T-V (10-12)

Melissa Gates has been a staff member with Bryan High since 2003. Her career at Bryan High School began as a student teacher in 2002. In the Fall of 2003, Melissa Gates assumed her teaching position in the Social Studies department where she remained for ten years. In the fall of 2013, Melissa Gates transitioned into the role of Dean of Students where she remained until accepting the position as Bryan High's Data Processor/Academic Director. Melissa Gates is a proud Bryan High Alumni, who enjoys spending time with her family and the outdoors.

“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.” – Plutarch

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR, R (10-12)

Mr. Murtaugh has been with Bryan High School since 2019-2020 school year.

Activities Director/Academies Director, N-P (10-12)

BEARS Team and F-K, W-Z (10-12)

Mrs. Sasha Cervantes has been a Dean of Students with Bryan High School since 2020. Cervantes' career in education began in 1999, when she joined the Omaha Public Schools at Highland Elementary as a Minority Intern and English as Second Language Paraprofessional that allowed her to participate in an early Para to Teacher Career Ladder program. Her first teaching position was in 2005 at Marrs Magnet Center where she taught in the Dual Language program. In 2018, she moved into a position as an EL Resource/Dual Language Lead Teacher at Jackson Elementary. Mrs. Cervantes is proud to come from a family of educators from both Mexico and the U.S. Mrs. Cervantes spare time is spent traveling, camping and boating with her husband, daughter and dog.

GOLD Team and A-E (10-12)

Mr. Montoya has been with Bryan High School since 2021. He began his career as a Spanish teacher and athletic coach before becoming a Dean of Students and Assistant Athletic Director. Mr. Montoya has worked in both large and small school districts, most recently coming to Omaha Public Schools from Bellevue Public Schools.

GREEN Team and L, M, S (10-12)

Mr. Nesbitt has been with OPS for 17 years working in both the Middle school and High School setting as a math teacher. He is now transitioning to becoming a Dean to support more students through their education. He has been with Bryan High School for 10 years and looking forward to many more. He thinks that education and learning are two key parts to success. Taking the opportunities provide and using them to grow as a person. He loves spending time with his Family and Friends and he has lived in Nebraska most if his life and loves the area. 

Math, Science, Music 

Special Education, Art, PE, JROTC

Mr. Brannen has been at Bryan since 2003.  In the 19 years he has been at Bryan he has taught social studies, study skills, and co-taught social studies, English, and science. He has also coached various sports- football, girls and boys basketball, baseball and golf.

"Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else." -Margaret Mead

English, ELL, World Languages

Ms. Peterson has worked in OPS since 2004, and at Bryan High since 2012. A Bellevue, Nebraska native, she is an avid traveler and loves to study languages, cultures, and brain research.

Social Studies, Academic Data Representative, Test Site Coordinator, Freshman Academy

Business, CTE, FCS and Academies Specialist

Mrs. Miller been at Bryan since 2003. 10 years as a Family and Consumer Science Teacher before becoming a curriculum/academy specialist. Current role as curriculum specialist includes the career education departments and college and career academies.

Literacy Coach, AP and Dual Enrollment Coordinator, Academic Intervention Coordinator, and National Honor Society Sponsor

Jennifer Cuddy has been with Bryan High School since 2004. She taught a variety of English and Reading classes during her teaching tenure, including English 1-8, Poetry Study, Creative Writing, AP Language, AP Literature, and Literacy Skills. When she's not with her Bryan family, she is cherishing time with her spouse, Charlie, four children, Josie, Jacquie, Penny, and Cash, and their dog Darby.

“Literacy is a bridge from misery to hope. It is a tool for daily life in modern society...Literacy is, finally, the road to human progress and the means through which every man, woman and child can realize his or her full potential.” ~Kofi Annan

Mrs. Simmons has been at Bryan since 2010 as school counseling director. Previously, she was a records counselor at Northwest from August 2004 - 2010. Prior, she was a Math teacher at North High School from August 1996 -2004
"Do or do not, there is no try" - Yoda