Currently enrolled NCS students, entering grades 8 through 12 next year, are invited to apply for the limited Summer Camp volunteer positions. The number of volunteers needed for each camp will be determined by the individual camp leader in collaboration with the camp director. 

NCS Summer Camps are offered the weeks of June 8 & June 15 (no camps on Friday, June 19 in observation of the Juneteenth federal holiday). 

Camps meet on all campuses either 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. The full listing of summer camps is available here.

If you are interested in being a Summer Camp Volunteer, please complete and submit the Summer Camp Volunteer Application and Reference Form linked here  (hard copies available in the Main Office) by April 17th.  Please contact Ms. Dorr at sharon.dorr@ncs.k12.de.us with questions.

We are seeking used uniform pieces, mainly skorts and long pants, for our Nurse's Office.  Situations arise where uniform pieces are needed for short-term use to enable students to continue with their school day.  Having these on hand allow us to quickly return students to class.  All uniform donations are appreciated and can be labeled 'Nurse' and dropped off at the Main Office.

Any student not on the baseball, softball, soccer or lacrosse teams must go home after school on the day of a game. Students who wish to watch the event may return with a parent or guardian, who must remain with them for the entire event.

Students are not allowed to stay after school or attend competitions without proper adult supervision.

Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe and organized!

Passover

Jewish families will celebrate Passover from April 1st until April 9th this year.  Passover celebrates the liberation from slavery in ancient Egypt.  Please check out the following video to learn more. 

Passover 

Easter

Christian families will celebrate Easter on Sunday, April 5th.  Easter is a sacred and widely observed Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Please check out the following video to learn more. 

Easter 

We understand that there may be times when you or your child may need support outside of regular school hours. In moments of crisis or emotional distress, it’s important to have resources available. Your family’s medical provider, local hospital/urgent care center, Delaware 211 and Mobile Crisis and Stabilization services are all options that can offer assistance when needed. 

In addition to these resources available at home, your child’s grade level school counselor is available during school hours for ongoing support or to connect with local community resources. Your child’s well-being is our top priority, and we are here to support you and your family.

United Way of Delaware is proud to partner in sharing this opportunity, and Delaware 211 will follow up with applicants to connect them with related resources and no-cost Stand By Me financial coaching. Together, these supports with Energize Delaware help ensure families not only receive immediate energy relief but also have access to tools for long-term financial stability.

Help is now available for Delaware households struggling with energy bills. The Delmarva Power Customer Relief Fund (for Delmarva Power customers) offers up to $300 in one-time bill assistance for income-eligible families. Funds are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. For non-Delmarva Power customers, Energize Delaware has established the Delaware Energy Fund providing up to $300 in one-time bill assistance for income-eligible families. 

To qualify, households must meet income guidelines and take part in a free Energize Delaware energy efficiency program like the Home Energy Checkup. This step ensures families not only receive financial relief but also save on future energy costs. Please share this information with friends, family, or neighbors who may benefit. Additional information may be found here: https://www.energizedelaware.org/delmarva-power-customer-relief-fund/

Arriving at school on time is important. We are happy to welcome students into the building beginning at 7:05 am. However, as the Code of Conduct states, “In grades 6-12, class will begin at 7:30, and any student who arrives after 7:30 will be marked tardy.” In addition, “When a student accumulates any combination of 5 unexcused late arrivals a student detention will be issued.” 

An email will be sent to the parent/guardian of students who accumulate 5 unexcused tardies within the same trimester. Detentions take place on Wednesdays from 2:20 pm - 3:20 pm in the main office. Students must be picked up from school at 3:20. There is no bus transportation available.

Having trouble understanding Schoology symbols? Use the graphic below to help you understand the symbols in your child’s Schoology gradebook.

We are looking to add to our substitute nurse pool! If interested, please go to this link to find job posting and the ability to apply. 

Please reach out to our HR department and lead nurse for any questions you may have. 

HR: Cindy Coyne 

cindy.coyne@ncs.k12.de.us

Lead Nurse: Karen Pennington 

karen.pennington@ncs.k12.de.us

Erin's law requires all Delaware public school students in pre-kindergarten through grade 6, their educators and families be provided information about personal body safety and child sexual abuse awareness and prevention. Named in honor of Erin Merryn, a victim of child sexual abuse who worked to enact legislation on this subject throughout the country, Erin’s Law is intended to help young victims speak up about child abuse and concerned adults recognize the signs of abuse so that children can get the assistance they need.

Newark Charter uses a state-approved educational program called Second Step to teach personal body safety and abuse awareness.  Guidance counselors deliver this research-based, age-appropriate instruction in group guidance classes in grades K-6.  Parents may review the program, lesson topics, and family resources at any time at https://www.secondstep.org/child-protection