Knight News

Academic Calendar

• Evening of Feb 28 – Mar 29 - Ramadan 

• March 19: 6th Grade Crocker Field Trip

• March 25: Skate Night at Roller King

• March 27: STEM Night 

• March 28: Movie Mix and Mingle 

• April 7 - 11: CAASPP Testing

• April 15:  MultiCultural Festival 

• April 16 - 27: Spring Break 

CAASPP State Testing  April 7 - 11 → Parent and Guardian Support 

• Overview: Every year, our students take the CAASPP assessment to demonstrate their growth in our program. State testing provides families and educators with valuable insights into student performance, helping us set meaningful goals for both individual students and our program as a whole. Additionally, these scores play a crucial role in shaping the future of our charter school, showcasing how NCS makes an impact and continues to raise the bar for students in Natomas.

• Please start preparing your student now so they can confidently show what they know!

1. Encourage a Growth Mindset – Remind your child that tests help measure progress, not define intelligence. Encourage them to do their best!

2. Practice at Home – Use CAASPP practice tests (available here) so your child feels comfortable with the format.

3. Review Key Skills – Focus on reading comprehension, writing responses, and math problem-solving based on their grade level.

4. Limit Screen Time – Encourage hands-on activities, reading, and puzzles to strengthen focus and critical thinking.

5. Establish a Consistent Sleep Routine – Ensure your child gets 9-10 hours of sleep per night in the weeks leading up to the test.

Support ASB  → Leading Edge ASB Movie Mix & Mingle

• Overview: This after-school event is a great way for students to stay engaged on a Friday night! ASB will be hosting a fun evening with a movie, lawn games, and plenty of snacks. Sign up below to support ASB and contribute to the fun! 🎉🍿🎬

• Date: March 28    Time:  3:00 - 5:00 pm.   Location:  MPR

• Sign Up to Bring Snacks Here 

Intent to Return/Registration Reminder → Submitted by May 1, 2025 

All returning students for the 2025-2026 school year must submit an Intent to Return/Registration. Instructions for submitting the online Intent to Return/Registration will be sent on March 17, 2025. To ensure you receive this information, please verify that your email address is up to date in our student information system. The Intent to Return/Registration must be submitted by May 1, 2025. 

NCS Multicultural Festival  → Tuesday, April 15th

Mark your calendars! The 3rd Annual NCS Multicultural Festival is set for Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 from 5:00-8:00pm on the Star Academy Campus! 

• New for 2025: NCS Multicultural Festival Website with all the links and information you need for this year's event! 

• Students: Are you interested in helping design the logo? Click here to find out how you can enter the contest. Don't forget to read the rules!

• Students, Staff, and Community Members: Are you interested in performing? Click here to find out how.

• Staff and Community Members: Would you like to host a booth to share your Country & Culture? Click here to sign up!

• Students, Staff, and Community Members: Would you like to host a craft table or game table? Email ssemple@natomascharter.org to sign up! 

For additional information or event questions, please contact ssemple@natomascharter.org. 

enience of waiting to communicate. Thank you for your support in helping our students stay focused and present during the school day.