<![CDATA[NEUSE CHARTER SCHOOL HOME OF THE COUGARS - Upper Academy Blog]]>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:37:47 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[3/2-3/6 Weekly Update]]>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:10:22 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/32-36-weekly-update
  • Today begins the 4th quarter. There are 35 more instructional days left until EOG's begin. There are 40 more instructional days until EOC's begin. There are 45 days left of school. Attendance for your child is key to ending the school year on a strong note! 
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences will be on Wednesday, 3/4. If you would like to schedule a meeting with your child's teacher, please do not hesitate to reach out!
  • Congratulations to the Men's Varsity Basketball team for making it to the 3rd round of the NCHSAA State Playoffs. 
  • Congratulations to Jeremiah Edwards, who now holds the NCHSAA single-season scoring record for Freshman. Jeremiah was recognized at the conclusion of the 2nd round playoff game against East Columbus. 
  • Outside guest forms for prom are available in Mr. King's room and Mr. Grady's office. Outside guest forms are due back before Monday, March 16, at 3:00. 
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]]><![CDATA[2/23-2/27 Weekly Update]]>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:40:10 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/223-227-weekly-updateSpring sporting events begin this week! 
  • Congratulations to the men's varsity basketball team for achieving the 7th seed in the NCHSAA playoffs! The boys received a first round by and will play their first game on Thursday in the second round.
  • The EC Level Up night will be on Thursday, 2/26. This event is for rising 6th and 9th grade EC students. 
  • The end of the third quarter is Friday, 2/27. Students please be working with your teachers this week to make up any missing assignments! 
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]]><![CDATA[2/9-2/13 Weekly update]]>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:19:45 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/29-213-weekly-update
  • ACT administration for all 11th grade student is on Tuesday, February 24th. Students have been given access to an ACT Preparation course for FREE! Please contact Ms. McLamb if you have any questions regarding the preparation course! It is important for all juniors to be at school on 2/24. If you have any questions regarding the administration, please contact Ms. Fowler. 
  • Awards Day for Upper Academy will be sent in videos this week. Videos will be done by grade level and in alphabetical order. 
  • Progress reports will be going home today. Families, please check your child's Infinite Campus Portal to review grades. Please contact your student's teacher if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Here is the weekly athletic update: 
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]]><![CDATA[1/5/26-1/9/26 Weekly Update]]>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:32:42 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/1526-1926-weekly-update
  • The third quarter began today. Families please have conversations with your children about turning work in on time. Please note, teachers do not have to accept classwork or homework that is a week (5 school days) late. 
  • Families, more information regarding the First Semester Awards day will be coming soon! 
  • Congratulations to Bella Strickland for being name a semi-finalist for the Morehead-Cain and Park Scholarships to UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University respectively. 
  • The weekly athletic update is below. Please note that the Winter Track senior night is this Wednesday, 1/7 at Smithfield Selma School. The senior night festivities will begin at 2:30 pm. 
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]]><![CDATA[12/15 to 12/17 Weekly Update]]>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:42:02 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/1215-to-1217-weekly-update
  • 9th Grade Math 1 Check-in's will be on Monday, 12/15/25.
  • 11th Grade Math 3 Check-in's will be on Monday, 12/15/25.
  • 8th Grade Science semester assessments will be on Monday, 12/15/25.
  • 9th Grade PE and Lifetime Sports field trip will be on Wednesday, 12/17.
  • The end of the second quarter is Wednesday, 12/17, and students will be on break until Monday, January 5th, 2026. 
  • The awards ceremony save the date went out! The awards ceremony is on Monday, January 5th. Here are the times for the grade levels: 
    • 8:00 AM Grades 9-12
    • 9:30 AM Grades 6-8
    • 11:00 AM Grades 3-5
    • 1:00 PM Grades K-2
  • Here are the weekly athletic events:
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]]><![CDATA[11/17 to 11/21 Weekly Update]]>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:15:01 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/1117-to-1121-weekly-update
  • Families, there are 18 days left in the second quarter. Please be sure to discuss with your child to make up any missing assignments. As always, please reach out to their teacher via email or talking points.
  • Winter sports pictures are Wednesday 11/19. 
  • Family Holiday portraits are taking place on Monday 12/1. 
  • The winter band concert is Thursday 12/4. 
  • The Booster Bazaar is Friday 12/5: Here is information about the event: 
    •  Booster Bazaar – A Beloved NCS Tradition!The Booster Bazaar is one of our favorite NCS traditions, and we can’t wait to celebrate it again this year! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 5, when the gym will be filled with festive shopping from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
      A detailed schedule will be shared closer to the event, so you’ll know exactly when to bring your students. Parents are warmly invited to come shop with their students and enjoy the fun together!
      This year’s Bazaar will feature a fantastic mix of new and returning vendors—including Scentsy, Daybreak Farms (with their famous freeze-dried candy), crochet items, Hot Wheels, glass tumblers, slime, and so many more creative crafts and gifts.
      Don’t forget to visit the Spirit Wear table to grab some NCS gear and show your school pride!
      We look forward to another great year of shopping, school spirit, and community fun at the Booster Bazaar!

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]]><![CDATA[5th Edition of Cougar Newsletter]]>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:14:38 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/5th-edition-of-cougar-newsletterHere is the 5th edition of the Cougar Newsletter! ]]><![CDATA[10/31 Full Day care]]>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:19:37 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/1031-full-day-carePlease see the flyer below for full day care offered on 10/31 for K-6 grade students. 
]]><![CDATA[10/13-10/17 Weekly UPdate]]>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:44:21 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/1013-1017-weekly-update
  • Parent Teacher Conferences were held last Thursday and Friday for the end of Quarter 1. We hope that you were able to discuss with your child's teacher ways any concerns you may have. If you would like to speak to a teacher, please send them an email or a message on Talking Points. 
  • The new Quarter begins this week. Please make sure you are checking Infinite Campus to be informed of your child's grades for Quarter 1 and monitor them for Quarter 2.
  • The PSAT-NMSQT is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29th. 
  • Please don't forget to drop off any donations for the Fall Festival in the front office. 
  • Attached below is this week's athletic schedule. 
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]]><![CDATA[Cougars with Character]]>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:45:48 GMThttps://www.neusecharterschool.org/upper-academy-blog/cougars-with-characterThe Cougars with Character trait for the month of August was kindness. Kindness means showing genuine concern for others, showing care and compassion for other through words and actions. The winners of the kindness awards are:
6th: Madison Pawl
7th: Elissa Bland
8th: Sophie Kolesar
9th: Josie Spottswood
10th: CJ Stallings
11th: Kelsey Rhinehart
12th:  Bayleigh Monroe
The Cougars with Character trait for the month of September was Respectful. Being respectful means showing consideration and honor towards others through words, actions, and attitude. The winners of the respectful awards are:
6th: Donolyle Tyrell
7th:  Jace Dobbin
8th: Hunter Mulligan
9th: Landon Chase
10th: Alicia Longenberger
11th: Michael Vanderpool
12th:  Johnny Beasley
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