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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. |
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