If your child is not returning to Newark Charter School for the 2026-2027 school year, please send an email to NCSHSOffice@ncs.k12.de.us. Thank you.

The end of the school year is approaching and lost and found is filled with a variety of items. 

Beginning Monday, June 1 all items in lost and found will be placed on tables outside of the cafeteria.  Please encourage your student to check the tables for any items they are missing.

 Lost and found will be removed from the Senior High on Thursday, June 4 after the 10:55am dismissal. All clothing items left after June 4 will be donated and lunch boxes/water bottles will be thrown away.  

The main office has a collection of valuables such as AirPods, headphones, jewelry, chargers, phones and more! If your student is missing any of these types of items please have them stop by.

Lands' End has a Memorial Day Sale running until May 2026. Use Code: MEMORIAL30 to get 30% off School Uniforms.

Go to Lands' End and search Newark Charter School

Kick off summer AND get ahead on uniforms! 

This Memorial Day Weekend, enjoy 10% OFF your uniform purchase at Cramer’s Uniforms from May 22 – May 25!

Now is the perfect time to check uniforms off your list before the summer rush and get your student ready for a successful school year — all while saving!

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SALE
May 22 – May 25
10% OFF Your Purchase ONLINE

Click here to view the NCS required uniform item list to make shopping easy and stress-free! Be sure to reference it while shopping to ensure your student is ready for the school year.

Why shop now?
Beat the back-to-school rush
Get the best selection and sizing
Cross uniforms off your to-do list early
Save while you shop!

Cramer's Uniforms will hold a Pop-Up Shop at the Senior High in June! Dates and times are listed below.

June 9th - 10:00am-5:00pm

June 10 - 12:00pm-6:00pm

June 11 - 12:00pm-6:00pm

Barksdale Photography will be in the High School for senior portraits on Tuesday, June 9, Wednesday, June 10 and Thursday, June 11. 

Tux and formal drape will be provided by the photographer. Students should bring/wear a solid white t-shirt to wear under the tux or a dark colored strapless shirt/camisole to wear under the drape.

All Seniors are required to have their senior portrait taken for the yearbook...picture proofs will be sent to your home and the only fee incurred is if you wish to purchase copies.

Please use the sign-up links below to schedule a session.

Class of 2027 Senior Portraits 6/9/26

Class of 2027 Senior Portraits 6/10/26

Class of 2027 Senior Portraits 6/11/26

The University of Delaware is offering free DIAA physicals to students for one day this summer at the Senior High School: July 16th from 9am-3pm. 

Parent and athlete must come with a completed DIAA physical form with the physician signature on the physical form being blank. Time slots are in 20 minute increments and we ask that you arrive about 10 minutes early so we can make sure the forms are completed before being seen. 

Physical forms will NOT be provided at the time of the physical and all physicals will still need to be uploaded through our online platform Snap Manage!. Please fill out the form linked here, or scan the QR code to the left to register your student, then use the link below to reserve your time slot.

DIAA Physical Appointment 

This is a first come first serve basis and athletes will not be seen if they do not have a reservation. Any questions please email Shannon.dimauro@ncs.k12.de.us

The most current DIAA Physical Form is linked below.

DIAA Physical Form 

Please use the link below to RSVP

College and Career Series RSVP 

Newark Charter School had 3 first place winners in the DCTM Math Poster Contest. When you see these students around campus, please congratulate them on a job well done. Once again, NCS continues to shine.

Parthavi Nawal - 1st Grade

Mason Plagge- 7th Grade

Manvi Maheshwari- 11th Grade

Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha will be observed on May 26th and 27th.  It is the Muslim day of sacrifice and one of the most significant Muslim holidays.  It is usually marked with a large meal. Please see the link below for more information on Eid al-Adha.

Eid al-Adha 

Juneteenth

Juneteenth will be celebrated on June 19th.  It is a holiday commemorating the emancipation of slaves in Texas, marking the official end of slavery in the U.S. Please see the link below for more information on Juneteenth.

Juneteenth 

Students and Parents/Guardians: Be sure to bookmark the Student Council (STUCO) website for information about all STUCO Activities such as Homecoming, Patriot Games, etc.

STUCO Website 

Seniors applying to colleges, have you completed the FAFSA with a parent/guardian yet? The clock is ticking, and you are now approaching the point of being "late" in this process, which could jeopardize your opportunity to receive maximum financial support to help pay for college. Please note that even families with incomes exceeding $200,000 per year can still qualify for financial aid at many institutions, provided they complete the FAFSA.

FAFSA Action Encouraged + Additional Financial Aid Tasks

• Gather required documentation if not already prepared; check the following link for more information about FAFSA and the college financial aid process.

• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) now (use 2026-27 version, NOT 2025-26)

  • Who fills out the FAFSA? The student (with direct parental/guardian assistance) and then a parent (or, in rare cases, two parents) electronically "signs" the form, along with the student's "signature." If there is any uncertainty, for assistance with deciding which parent should assist the student with completion, please consult this chart and consider using this "wizard" from the federal government.

• Research CSS Profile requirements for your specific colleges and complete the Profile (if applicable) - the CSS Profile App went live October 1st 

• Check for additional institutional forms that individual colleges may require (e.g., tax returns, supplemental forms, etc.)

Virtual FAFSA Completion Assistance Opportunities

via financial aid specialists from Stand By Me

These optional sessions listed below are not required to complete the FAFSA, but feel free to consider signing up for an individual completion appointment if it can help you!

Link to Schedule FAFSA Completion Session (virtual) Sign up (in English)

Link to Schedule FAFSA Completion Session (virtual) Sign up (in Spanish)

 Sample of SAT Test Preparation Options Beyond Bluebook Practice Tests & Khan Academy* (This list is not exhaustive)

Please note that test preparation is not a requirement; however, SAT preparation is critical to maximizing score potential.

· Diana Freccia SAT/PSAT Tutoring 

Call: (516) 457-7470

Email: diana@makeitrealsat.com

· Kim Calvetti

Email: alemab8@verizon.net

Cell: 302-383-5871 (please text or email instead of calling)

· Huntington Learning Center – Newark (can specialize in SAT/ACT tutoring but also with any content-specific or time management and study strategy tutoring as well)

   Call: (302) 737-1050

Other sample options include: Mind the Test, Y2 Academy

*A Note on Khan Academy (free and valuable)

Several years ago, the College Board joined forces with Khan Academy (online learning platform) to offer free SAT prep via online videos and practice tests/quizzes that students can access from any device with internet connectivity.

Some students take full advantage of this opportunity and see significant growth with disciplined habits on Khan Academy, but because tutoring or tailored in-person SAT prep class sessions (and completion of corresponding assigned homework) are considered the best possible test preparation options for the SAT—and to keep students accountable and attentive throughout the duration of test prep—we consider the Khan Academy resources as the “minimum” preparation and have listed some other optional fee-based test prep options above.  Khan Academy quizzes/tests can also be helpful supplements to these optional test prep programs.

Linking Bluebook SAT Practice Tests with Khan Academy

Steps to Link Your Practice Tests:

1. Take a Full-Length Practice Test in Bluebook:

- Download and install the Bluebook app from the College Board (or it’s already installed on all NCS-issued Chromebooks).

- Sign in and navigate to the 'Practice and Prepare' section.

- Select and complete a full-length digital SAT practice test.

2. Access Your Scores and Review:

- After completing the test, log in to My Practice (https://mypractice.collegeboard.org) using the same credentials.

- View your scores and detailed breakdowns of your performance.

3. Link to Khan Academy for Targeted Practice:

- From your score report or the 'Score Details' page, click the 'Practice on Khan Academy' button.

- This will direct you to a customized course on Khan Academy, providing detailed explanations for each question and linking to lessons that cover the necessary skills.

- Visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/practice/khan-academy for more information.

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/