August 16, 2023
🗒️Message from Principal Terry
Greetings!
It's that time of year again, where the halls of Norton Commons echo with the sounds of eager footsteps and buzzing chatter. After months of anticipation, we are beyond thrilled to open our doors and welcome all of you back to another remarkable year of learning, growth, and exploration. I, alongside our passionate and dedicated staff, are filled with excitement and hope for the year ahead.
With school starting this Friday we want to make sure we have another successful first day of school...Second first day of school...you know what I mean.
We're proud to announce some tweaks to our already incredible initiatives: Our existing Acts of Valor spotlight will be paired with the Character Strong Program used across the district, giving our students regular instruction on each featured character trait. Each month, our school will shine a spotlight on a particular 'Act of Valor'.
In our monthly assemblies, we will introduce the 'Word of the Month', exploring its meaning, significance, and ways we can embody it in our daily lives. But here's the most exciting part – we want to celebrate STUDENTS! Throughout the month, students who go above and beyond, those who truly represent the 'Act of Valor Word of the Month' in their actions, will be recognized and celebrated for their contributions.
Thank you for being a part of our vibrant community. Here's to a year of extraordinary achievements, memorable moments, and acts of valor that make us proud to be a KNIGHT.
Warmly,
Andrew Terry
Principal, NCES
Important Transportation Information
🚍 Bus Riders:
Please check the bus finder and make sure that your bus information matches the tag on your students backpack.
Please be on the lookout for the new tracking app that will come out on Thursday. this will help parents and the school keep track of the location of your students bus to help us have a better understanding as to exactly where they are in the transportation process.
You will also receive a school messenger text letting you know when the bus has left the school.
Finally, we are implementing a new process for the submission of transportation changes. We are asking families to use the Google form linked here to submit any transportation changes. This includes both temporary and permanent changes. Families may begin using this form immediately, so those who have changes for our return to school on Friday can go ahead and submit the form now.
🟧 Walkers:
Kindergarten walker parents must show orange card and wait by flagpole at 3:20 for your child to be walked out to you.
All walkers will be directed to the flagpole for dismissal.
1st-5th grade parents who would like to meet their child should wait behind the flagpole.
🚗 Car Riders:
Parents remain in their vehicle
Keep car rider tag visible until student is in the car
Car rider tags must be current for the 23-24 school year
Announcements 📣
NCES now qualifies as a Community Eligibility Provision School! This means free breakfast and lunch for all students, regardless of income!
Our ECE Department is raising money from Box Tops! See the flyer below to learn more about how you can help!
✏️ Academic Information
The MAP Testing window is open Aug 21st - Sept 15th.
Your child's teacher will be in contact regarding their specific testing day.
MAP is a computer adaptive test that measures student achievement & growth. These results help give teachers a picture of what your student already knows and is ready to learn.
Clubs and Activities 🏀
We are collecting information on different clubs and activities that can be offered for our students before or after school. If you are interested in offering a club or activity as a volunteer sponsor please reach out to andrew.terry@jefferson.kyschools.us
🎉 Celebrations 🎉
4th grade teacher, Mrs. Azevedo, organized the staff in collecting items for goodie bags for our NCES bus drivers. Our staff, with the help of their family and friends, prepared bags with gift cards, treats, and positive notes. Thanks to our staff and their supporters for this fun way to show appreciation for our bus drivers! We can't wait to surprise them on Friday.
Job Opportunity!
Do you want to work with an incredible office staff? Be on your student's schedule with the summers off! We are still looking for a front office attendance clerk. Please consider applying for the position or encourage a friend to apply. Every piece of the school puzzle is vital and this position is no exception. Click here.
