March 13, 2024
🗒️ Message from Mr. Terry, Principal
I would like to express my gratitude to the entire Norton Commons School community for their outstanding efforts in fundraising. Thanks to your dedication, we've achieved a record-breaking amount of support for the YMCA. This contribution will undoubtedly make a significant impact on students and families within our school community and across Louisville. Well done, Knights!
Looking ahead, we have KNights on Parade on the horizon, and I couldn't be more thrilled about the remarkable work our PTA has accomplished this year. Their unwavering support, from supporting events like Math and Literacy Night to providing grants for classroom resources, has been invaluable. This upcoming fundraiser will continue to bolster our school's resources and enhance the support available to our students and teachers.
As we approach spring break and prepare for KSA testing followed by the end of the school year, let's remain committed to ensuring our students attend school regularly. Consistent attendance is vital for maximizing learning opportunities. Together, let's strive to make every day count in our students' educational journey.
🔖Scholastic Book Fair
Dates: Monday, March 18 - Friday, March 22
Students will shop during their class’s scheduled library time.
Grownups are invited to shop during their child's scheduled time. RSVP here to attend.
If you can’t make it in person, you can shop online. All orders ship directly to your home. Every online purchase will also benefit our school.
To make the shopping process simple, say hello to eWallet—your child’s digital payment account! Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute!
Interested in volunteering? Sign up on the volunteer sign up sheet.
Visit the NCES Book Fair site for more information.
If you have questions, contact Christi Davis. christi.davis@jefferson.kyschools.us
💪YMCA Annual Fundraising Campaign School Success
We raised over $6000 as a school community!!
Here are the fun incentives on the way!
Popsicle and Silent Disco Party - 3/15
Terry Cycle Team - 3/29
Swim parties - 4/29 & 4/30
Congratulations to Mrs. Brewer's class for raising the most money!
We had 15 classes with 100% participation, so we drew the winner. The lucky winner is Mrs. Lammlein's class!!
⚽ Soccer Clinic Offered by the YMCA
Please check out the NCES Soccer Clinic offered by the YMCA. Sign-ups start today here.
NC Soccer Clinic flyer 2024.pdf📣 Cheer Program Tryouts
See the flyer below if you are interested in Tribe Elite which is a youth recreational cheer program.
🍎 Parent Teacher Association
Donuts with Grownups
We are so excited to welcome Norton Common's Students and their special adult guest for donuts, coffee, and books. Please click HERE to RSVP for the event, so that we can be prepared for our guests.
Knights on Parade
Giddy Up for Giggles because the first-ever Knights on Parade FUNdraiser is coming, and we need your help! Hold on to your fascinators because we're rounding up a group of "thoroughbred" parents to assist with the Knights on Parade Fundraiser preparations, and we need your wild and wacky talents. Mrs. Davis will be leading the way (quite possibly in a derby hat), surrounded by pool noodle horses, DIY floats, and jockey silks.
Date: March 11th through the 28th Location: The Library with Mrs. Davis
Day of Parade: Friday, April 19th from 1 to 3 pm.
Click HERE. Slots are by teachers so you can specifically help with your child's class.
smART Showcase Prep with Ms. Sarah
Our dedicated art teacher, Ms. Sarah, is actively engaging our students in creating artwork for our upcoming smART Showcase in May. She is seeking volunteers every Friday until the event to assist in preparing student art pieces for display. You can choose to sign up for a single shift on any given Friday, multiple shifts on one day, or commit to a regular shift each week. Volunteers will report directly to Ms. Sarah.
Click HERE to volunteer to be a part of this event.
PTA Calendar
Stay up to date on the latest NCES PTA news by following our calendar below.
📔Family Resource Center
Cardinal Commons FRC is hosting a speaker event titled "Worry and Anxiety in Children." at Chancey Elementary. Please see the flier for more information. To RSVP click HERE.
Dental clinic - May 17th. if your student participated in November, you do not need to do anything for your child to participate. If you are new or have just changed your mind about having your student participate, please register at this link. This exam does meet the requirement for the Kindergarten/new student exam required by JCPS.
Taxes - If you need help preparing your taxes, follow this link.
Community Baby Fair - March 23rd for new expectant parents. See fliers for details. Click HERE to RSVP.
Donations - We are in need of donations of khaki pants (youth sizes 12-18), white button-down dress shirts (youth sizes M-XXL), and ties. Any new or gently used contributions would be greatly appreciated for our students attending the Men of Quality Conference.
Questions - contact Christy Case, FRC christina.case@jefferson.kyschools.us
🎉 Celebrations 🎉
Troop 1992, 4th Grade Girls - Thank you for the beautification of our campus with the flowers in our planters!
Literacy KNight was a success! Families enjoyed many reading and writing activities, including crafts connecting literacy to science and an author read aloud.
🗓️ Important Dates
🍎 PTA Calendar
Recurring Information
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 even invite one friend over to eat lunch with you all.
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.
Parents may join their child for lunch at the guest table, lunch schedule here. No restaurant food is permitted. Photo ID required.
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.
💻 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.
