🗒️ Message from Terry

There are so many things happening right now and there are only 27 days left to get all the things in. Knights on Parade, Teacher Appreciation Week, Beta Club Induction, KSA Testing, Field Day, 5th-grade promotion, and the last day of school. And that does not count all the teaching and learning that is still happening in every classroom. 

Please take notice of a few things that are important:

1. Knights on Parade - What a great Derby festivity that the PTA has put on not only for the students to have so much fun but also to raise money for all the things that the PTA accomplishes for our students and staff. This group is stronger than ever and is representing NCES well. Please note that there will not be early dismissal after the Parade. We should be done with all the Parade festivities around 3:00 and school dismisses at 3:20 so please be patient as the students will return to their classroom and gather materials in preparation for their normal dismissal. Please be respectful of parking in the neighborhood. Thank you to all the families that have already supported this and we ask for a strong finish through this Friday. 

2. Morning Drop-off and Afternoon Pick-up - There are some areas we need to address as we are dropping off students and picking up in the afternoon. If you are choosing to not use the carpool line or the bus system, please be aware of safety protocols when dropping off. For example, bus drivers are finding families parking on the bus drop-off side with children running across the street rather than using the crosswalk areas. For your student's safety and the safety of the drivers, please use crosswalks to get across the street. When parking in the morning or afternoon, please do not block the crosswalk area or park beyond the stop signs. Parking or blocking these areas causes a safety issue and again safety is our top priority. 

🍎 Parent Teacher Association PTA Website

Knights on Parade

We're thrilled to announce that our upcoming parade on April 19th, 2024, from 1 to 3 pm will be a derby-themed extravaganza, complete with dazzling floats, spirited games, and the thrill of the derby spirit coursing through the playground.

But wait, before we can kick-start the festivities, we need your help to ensure it's a runaway success! We're on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to join our parade brigade and make this event one for the history books! Please click here for sign-ups!

Please see the below flier with detail information for where students will be stationed during the event.
Thank you for your time and support,

Go, BABY, Go!

Teacher Appreciation Week

Norton Commons Elementary School PTA is thrilled to announce our upcoming Teacher Appreciation Week, starting Monday, April 22nd!

Join us in celebrating our amazing teachers with a week filled with delicious treats and refreshments! Each day will bring a new offering of food and drinks as a token of our gratitude for all the hard work our educators do.

Let's come together as a community to show our teachers just how much we appreciate them! Stay tuned for more details and let's make this Teacher Appreciation Week one to remember!

Trivia Night

The NCES PTA is rolling out the red carpet for our Hollywood themed trivia night on April 25th at the NCES gym from 6-8pm. Get ready to test your knowledge and have fun with friends and family! Mark your calendars and start assembling your dream team. Teams can be formed in a variety of ways - friends, classmates, families, and neighbors. Or let us play matchmaker and place your family on a team. Students are encouraged to participate! Either way, let us know you are coming by registering here!

We need a little help putting this event together, please sign up here to volunteer.

It's going to be a night full of brain-teasing questions, laughter, and great company. Don't miss out on this fantastic event!

PTA General Membership Meeting

PTA members, please join us before the smART Showcase on 4/29 for our last general membership meeting. We hope you.

will join us as we reflect on this past school year and look ahead to the next!

Restaurant Nights

Join us on April 29th for an exciting evening of delicious food and community spirit at our School PTA Fundraiser, Restaurant Nights! Let's unite to support our school and savor a fantastic meal at Tea Station Asian Bistro! Spread the word, mark your calendars, and prepare for a fun-filled night of tasty treats and fundraising for a great cause!

🎉 Celebrations 🎉

• Transportation Change Form 

• School begins at 8:40.

• Students should be settled in their classrooms by 8:35. 

• There is a parent/student lunch area where you will be able to sit with your students to eat lunch. The student may invite one friend to eat lunch with you all. The lunch schedule is here. Photo ID required.

• If you are interested in having your student participate in Blessings in a Backpack, please complete this form.

• If you need clothes for your student from the Clothing Assistance Program (CAP), please complete this form.

• Photo ID is always required when entering the building during the school day.

• Follow us on social media! Facebook: Norton Commons Elementary School, Instagram: @NCES_Knights, X (Twitter): @NCES_Knights

• If you are not getting text alerts from NCES, make sure to sign up for School Messenger. 

• Our ECE Department is raising money from Box Tops! Download the app and email rachel.murphy@jefferson.kyschools.us or christina.frederiksen@jefferson.kyschools.us with questions. 

• Inclement Weather Plan - Please click here for NCES NTI information.

• Please click here for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) District Information.

💻 KSA Dates

The Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA) will take place the last 14 days of the school year for 3rd-5th graders. The current testing window is May 6 - May 24. 3rd-5th grade families, please avoid scheduling appointments and/or trips during this time period.