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January 26, 2024
January 26, 2024
Kindness Week
Kindness Week
This week was filled with kindness. Our counselors, ASB, and WEB collaborated all week to ensure every students got a little extra kindness in their day. Thank you Mr. Williams, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. T, and Mrs. Barragan for your efforts.
Basketball Season
Basketball Season
Basketball season is underway and it has been competitive. Both our teams are showing technical ability and commitment. Come out to a home game next Tuesday to support the students and enjoy some LE spirit.... Go, Knights!
NCS Lottery
NCS Lottery
Our annual lottery process involves a lot of folks working behind the scenes. Thank you to our front office staff and data manager for making it work and ensuring a fair process for our community.
Key Dates
Key Dates
January 29: 7th Grade UC Davis / Mondavi Center
February 16 - 19: Presidents Day Break
February 23: LEAP Bingo and Silent Auction Fundraiser
February 26: Minimum Day for LE Academy Goals
February 29: Black History Month Talent Show in the Ben at 6:00 pm
Events, Updates, and Schedules
Events, Updates, and Schedules
Overview: Get ready for a great evening as we come together as a community to enjoy a night of bingo, a silent auction, as we raise funds for future overnight field trips. LEAP has a goal of raising $5,000 to offset the costs of next year's overnight field trips. In addition to our silent auction, additional game cards and food can be purchased, so bring cash or your checkbook!
Get Tickets Here: Tickets include 1 Slice of Pizza, a Bag of Chips, a Drink, and 2 Game Cards.
Date: February, 23 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Gym
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LEAP Has Moved!
LEAP Has Moved!
Overview: LEAP meetings have moved to ensure that parents can attend these important meetings and get connected with our parent group. Come on by for some tea or coffee and a friendly chat.
Location: Starbucks on Commerce and Arena Dates: 2/8 and 2/22 Times: 6:15 -7:00 pm
Homeroom Social-Emotional Curriculum → Screenagers
Homeroom Social-Emotional Curriculum → Screenagers
Overview: Our homeroom program offers an array of social-emotional learning opportunities for students. This year, we are excited to introduce a new addition to our curriculum: Screenagers. We strongly encourage parents to take the time to explore the accompanying parent resources. As part of our initiative, a Parent University session was held on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, providing parents with the chance to view one of the films. Another viewing opportunity will be available in May. In the meantime, please access supplementary resources to foster ongoing conversations at home.
Parent Resources: Screenagers Parent Resources
Grade Level Film and Discussion Topics:
6th Grade: GROWING UP IN THE DIGITAL AGE
7th Grade: ADDRESSING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH IN THE DIGITAL AGE
8th Grade: ADDRESSING VAPING, DRUGS & ALCOHOL IN THE DIGITAL AGE
NCS All Updates
NCS All Updates
Black History Month Celebrations
Black History Month Celebrations
February is Black History Month and we are kicking off things with a Family Night Mixer hosted by our Black Student Union (BSU) student leaders and faculty mentors. Join us on February 1st at 5:30 pm in the Blackrock Campus amphitheater and MPR. This is a great opportunity to support our BSU students and meet the team. All community members are welcome!
African American Family Network Meetings
African American Family Network Meetings
This coming spring join us for African American Family Network meetings. These monthly events are a collaboration between Natomas Charter School families and staff with a focus on supporting students who identify as members of the African American community. The first AAFN meeting will be on February 8th at 6:15 pm in the LMC on the Blackrock campus. All community members are welcome! Click here for more information about AAFN.
Families are integral to the NCS community and our partners in supporting students in reaching success each year. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee has been focused on the culture at NCS and how to continually improve to make the most inclusive school environment possible. The DEI Committee has put together a survey to collect feedback from parents, guardians, and families about how the school is supporting students and families. At the end of the survey, you will have an option to sign up to be a part of the listening circles where you can give more feedback.
We would appreciate your feedback by Friday, February 2nd so that we can use it in our planning processes.
Do you know individuals who are looking to work in a K12 school environment with creative students, supportive colleagues, and supportive families? Encourage them to come to the 2nd annual Charter School Collaborative Job Fair to learn more about Natomas Charter School on March 2nd at Star Academy. We appreciate you getting the word out to those in your network!
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