Knight News

Academic Calendar

• November 8: End of Trimester 1 

• November 19: Math Facts and Fluency Night 

• November 20: 8th Grade Field Trip 

• November 21: Mummy's Tomb - 6th Grade Interactive Showcase 

• November 23 - December 1: Thanksgiving Break 

• December 21 - January 5: Winter Break 

Holiday Food Drive

• Overview:  To help those in need in our community. 

• Donations needed: Canned corn and green beans, boxed stuffing and instant mashed potatoes. Send the donations with your student next week. The drive ends on Friday, November 15.

Trimester 1 Ends on November 8 

• Report cards will be sent home next week and should arrive by Friday, November 14th. Students did an outstanding job in Trimester 1, excelling in Leading Edge's core focus areas of academic excellence, leadership, and athletics.

November Events  

• Math Facts and Fluency Night 

  • Overview: This event is designed for students needing additional support in math. If your student tested two or more grade levels below in math, they will receive a personal invitation to this important event. Join us to gain resources and strategies to support your learner at home, helping ensure they are prepared for high school and college!

  • Date: 11/19    Time:  6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 

• Mummy's Tomb - 6th Grade 

  • Overview: Imagine art, theater, history, dance, music, and more blended into one exciting night of interactive fun! Join us to see your students shine in this classic Leading Edge event, showcasing the best of their imagination and our incredible project-based learning curriculum.

  • Date: 11/21   Time:  6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 

After School Tutoring Available Now! 

• Overview: After-school tutoring is now available in the ECA Learning Center! Our 11th and 12th grade National Honor Society students are offering tutoring sessions, open to all Leading Edge students. No sign-ups needed—just drop by for extra support! Students attending tutoring should check in at Knights Landing after school, then wait until 3:30 to head over to the ECA Learning Center."

• Days: Monday, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 

• Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. 

2025-26 Application Season Now Open

Applications for the 2025-26 school year are now available. Applications received by January 10, 2025 at 4:00pm  will be included in this year’s lottery. On average we receive over 1700 applications for approximately 400 openings, so getting your application in on-time before the lottery is extremely important. If you have a Star Academy 5th grader, PACT 8th grader, or Leading Edge 8th grader you need to apply for one of our middle or high school programs to continue at NCS. PFAA 8th grade students automatically continue on to PFAA high school. A

If you or someone you know would like to hear more about the options available at each NCS academy, please join us at one of our upcoming virtual information sessions. This is a great opportunity to explore the different educational opportunities NCS has to offer, ask questions, and find the perfect fit for your student. These information sessions will be held on the following dates, and families are free to drop in any time during the hour to get your questions answered:

• Wednesday, November 20 from 5:00 - 6:00 pm (Virtual Meeting Link)

• Thursday, December 19 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Virtual Meeting Link)

• Tuesday, January 7 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm (Virtual Meeting Link)

All of our application information can also be found online at https://www.natomascharter.org/app

NCS/P4A Holiday Craft Fair - Seeking Vendors

Parents for the Arts (P4A) is excited to announce the upcoming NCS Holiday Craft Fair, and we’d love for you to be a part of it! If you or your students have handmade crafts, art, baked goods, or any unique creations, consider joining as a vendor. It’s a fantastic way to showcase your talents and connect with our school community. 

Event Date: Saturday, December 7th, 10am-2pm

Location: Blackrock Gym

Vendor Registration: Register at www.natomasp4a.com by December 1st

If you’re interested or have any questions, please contact Linda Finkas at P4Apresident@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!

Social Media and Text Messages

Thank you for your ongoing support in ensuring our campuses continue to be an environment where All Are Welcome. We wanted to let  families know that this week news outlets across the country have been reporting teenagers receiving inappropriate and racist messages on their cell phones from unknown senders. We have heard reports of NCS students receiving these as well. While not directly connected to Natomas Charter School, we are encouraging families to monitor their child’s social media and text messages over the next few weeks.