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As the winter chill settles in early, we hope this message finds you warm and well. The Lower Academy is bustling with learning and excitement. Our teachers and staff are working hard to ensure that every child's needs are met every day.
When you are out and about, please visit our NCS tree at the Johnston Medical Mall. You may see a face or two of a smiling staff or student you know! We would also love you to visit the website and vote for our tree for "Best in Show." https://www.johnstonhealthfoundation.org/home/events-campaigns/festival-of-trees/#:~:text=DECEMBER%201%20%2D%2031,fundraiser%20of%20Johnston%20Health%20Foundation. Over the next few weeks, students will take their MAP tests in reading and math. Please make sure your student is present on their designated day of testing and has a charged computer and headphones. Students will have the opportunity to attend the NCS Booster Bazaar this Friday. If you plan to attend and shop with your student, please see the scheduled times for each grade level and ensure you check in at the front office. Booster Bazaar Schedule K and 12th Grades: 8:45-9:15 1st Grade: 9:15-9:45 2nd Grade: 9:45-10:15 3rd Grade: 10:15-10:45 4th Grade: 10:45-11:15 5th Grade: 11:15-11:45 6th Grade: 12:00-12:30 7th Grade: 12:30-1:00 8th Grade: 1:00-1:30 9th Grade: 1:30-2:00 10th and 11th Grade: 2:00-2:30 Students in K-3 are invited to attend a free event hosted by the NCS National Honor Society. Please see the invite below: We are excited to announce a Free Movie Night for students in grades K-3, hosted by the National Honor Society! This fun, fterschool event will be a great opportunity for your child to enjoy a movie with friends in a safe and supervised environment. Event Details:
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Hello NCS families,
Thank you for stopping by and reading the Lower Academy Blog. I hope you find something inspiring and helpful here today! Congratulations to the following students who received the Character Trait Award Empathy for October: Kindergarten: Kennedit Greene 1st Grade: Shiloh Steward 2nd Grade: Gregory Nelson 3rd Grade: Christian Fisher 4th Grade: Anna Claire Bradner 5th Grade: Heberi Castro The Character Trait for November is Gratitude. As we teach and model gratitude for our students, I challenge you to watch this short video and complete this exercise. Our NCS staff is always welcoming of thank yous! https://youtu.be/7DlMMih-QTA?si=RjJE6REFZ0xIi48d Students in 4th and 5th grade will participate in the Sandy Hook Promises Say Something training on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Teachers will help deliver the training and engage your students in a brief video to reinforce and grow the “Say Something” message. There are three prominent themes addressed in this: Say Something training module: 1. The identification of warning signs. 2. The identification of Trusted Adults in the school community. 3. The celebratory message of being an upstander in the school community. When students return from the break, Map testing will begin. It is imperative that your student be present on the day the test is given. Please make sure your student is well-rested and has a charged device. Map Test Schedule:
The NCS Booster Bazaar is an NCS tradition that allows students to shop from various vendors. If you plan to attend and shop with your student, please see the scheduled times for each grade level and ensure you check in at the front office. Booster Bazaar Schedule K and 12th Grades: 8:45-9:15 1st Grade: 9:15-9:45 2nd Grade: 9:45-10:15 3rd Grade: 10:15-10:45 4th Grade: 10:45-11:15 5th Grade: 11:15-11:45 6th Grade: 12:00-12:30 7th Grade: 12:30-1:00 8th Grade: 1:00-1:30 9th Grade: 1:30-2:00 10th and 11th Grade: 2:00-2:30 Students will be out of school the week of November 25th-29th. If you would like to volunteer please sign up on the NCS website! Have a wonderful week! I hope this weekly update finds you well!
Did you know that VOLUNTEERING in your student's school can:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVxGVtkHrJjAmWH7LoTKmjGLpheNTfM-mrd0TZGgiQrRdOQw/viewform Students will not be in school the week of 11/25-11/29. We are so thankful for our students and families. If you are a thankful Neuse parent/family please let us know! You can share your sentiments here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLJEnGKoiv0cr64htZtJSBMF5q31nH9yar_n8bhd_7YCIe2Q/viewform?usp=pp_url Helpful TIP of the week! When your student gets home from school each day ask these questions to connect!
Welcome to a brand new week, full of fresh opportunities and possibilities! Let’s embrace the challenges ahead and make the most of every moment we have together.
We have so much to be thankful for! To show our gratitude and thanks for NCS I am asking that each family fill out the Google Form and let us know what you are thankful for here at our wonderful school! We will share these over the next couple of weeks and spread an attitude of gratitude. Last week, we had the amazing opportunity to participate in an Anti-Bullying Assembly! During grade-level enhancements, Mrs. Michael shared the importance of being an Upstander and an awesome human being. Thank you so much, Mrs. Michael, for your hard work and for creating this event! In the words of Kid President, "If it doesn't make the world better, don't do it!" Thank you Smithfield Fire Department for taking the time to teach our Kindergartners about fire safety! Your efforts help equip them with essential knowledge and skills that will keep them safe. We truly appreciate your dedication to our children's well-being! Thank you so much to everyone who donated items to our Treats for Staff! It was a huge success and everyone enjoyed their treats! Check out this awesome resource from the Office of Early Learning. https://www.dpi.nc.gov/students-families/parents-corner/literacy-home-digital-childrens-reading-initiative This resource provides at-home literacy support for students in grades K-5. Monday, November 11 is the Veterans Day holiday and students will not be in school. Thank you so much to all Veterans for their bravery, sacrifice, and service. I hope this message finds you well! Our campus was buzzing with pumpkins, characters, and excitement on Friday! It was wonderful to see everyone together enjoying our school community. My heart is always full when we come together to support our students!
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Can you believe the first quarter of the 2024/2025 school year is almost complete? It's hard to believe that time is moving so fast! So much learning has taken place! The official end of the quarter is Wednesday, October 9th, 2024. On Thursday, October 10th, and Friday, October 11th, NCS will be holding Fall Conferences. Please be on the lookout for more information about Fall Conferences from your student's teacher.
We once again have student Chromebooks available for checkout in the front office. Parents must fill out the form on the school’s website and come to the school to pick up the device. They will not be given directly to the students.
On Wednesday, October 16th, we will have individual Fall pictures. More information is to come.
Friday, October 25th is a big day at NCS. At 2:15, K-2 students will participate in the annual NCS Character Parade. All families are invited to be spectators. Everyone is asked to line up around the sidewalk area between the elementary gym and the high school building. Students in grades 3-5 will participate in the annual Pumpkin Book Report and pumpkin decorating contest. From 3-6 that afternoon, the NCS booster club will hold the annual Fall Booster Festival. More detailed information will be provided.
If you would like to be considered to become a classroom volunteer, we would love to have you. Anyone interested must fill out the Volunteer Application on the NCS website!
Thank you again for your support and for choosing NCS!
We once again have student Chromebooks available for checkout in the front office. Parents must fill out the form on the school’s website and come to the school to pick up the device. They will not be given directly to the students.
On Wednesday, October 16th, we will have individual Fall pictures. More information is to come.
Friday, October 25th is a big day at NCS. At 2:15, K-2 students will participate in the annual NCS Character Parade. All families are invited to be spectators. Everyone is asked to line up around the sidewalk area between the elementary gym and the high school building. Students in grades 3-5 will participate in the annual Pumpkin Book Report and pumpkin decorating contest. From 3-6 that afternoon, the NCS booster club will hold the annual Fall Booster Festival. More detailed information will be provided.
If you would like to be considered to become a classroom volunteer, we would love to have you. Anyone interested must fill out the Volunteer Application on the NCS website!
Thank you again for your support and for choosing NCS!
Greeting NCS families,
We appreciate your support in bringing your child to school and entrusting us with their education. I want to update you on an important aspect that has a significant impact on your child's learning. Our teachers have about 7.5 hours each day to teach and guide your child academically, socially, and emotionally, while also ensuring they have time for lunch, snack, recess, and restroom breaks.
While teachers are instructing and working with students, they are not always able to check email, messages, and respond to them due to teaching and delivering quality instruction. NCS policy states that staff have 48 business hours to respond to an email or message. Each teacher has a planning period that allows them the time to prepare, grade, check emails, and messages. Please make sure you are aware of what time your child's teacher has planning as this is the best time to expect correspondence with them. In the event of an emergency or urgent transportation change, you can call the front office, and they will relay your message to the classroom.
Starting this Monday, students in grades 1-5 will be participating in Opportunity Zone. This is a dedicated time for each grade level to provide additional support in Reading and Math based on students' specific needs. Students will be grouped according to their skill levels and will switch classrooms during this time. Please keep an eye out for an introduction from your student's Opportunity Zone teacher.
This week students are encouraged to participate in Start with Hello Week. If you are not familiar with Start With Hello I highly encourage you to read this (SWH)!
We appreciate your support in bringing your child to school and entrusting us with their education. I want to update you on an important aspect that has a significant impact on your child's learning. Our teachers have about 7.5 hours each day to teach and guide your child academically, socially, and emotionally, while also ensuring they have time for lunch, snack, recess, and restroom breaks.
While teachers are instructing and working with students, they are not always able to check email, messages, and respond to them due to teaching and delivering quality instruction. NCS policy states that staff have 48 business hours to respond to an email or message. Each teacher has a planning period that allows them the time to prepare, grade, check emails, and messages. Please make sure you are aware of what time your child's teacher has planning as this is the best time to expect correspondence with them. In the event of an emergency or urgent transportation change, you can call the front office, and they will relay your message to the classroom.
Starting this Monday, students in grades 1-5 will be participating in Opportunity Zone. This is a dedicated time for each grade level to provide additional support in Reading and Math based on students' specific needs. Students will be grouped according to their skill levels and will switch classrooms during this time. Please keep an eye out for an introduction from your student's Opportunity Zone teacher.
This week students are encouraged to participate in Start with Hello Week. If you are not familiar with Start With Hello I highly encourage you to read this (SWH)!
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