
Bright Bite
November 21, 2023
Dear North Star,
Recently the US News & World Report came out. It's very exciting to see that out of 103K schools in California, North Star remains #1!! Read more HERE.
Gratitude
This journey has taught me that small gestures, laughter, grace & gratitude are the most important ingredients. Often our days are busy, stressful, and full of the unexpected. Yet, we are surrounded by so much joy; I see it every day when I welcome our scholars into school.
Today after dismissal I shared THIS thankful video with our NSA team. Thank you to Mr. Gierke for helping me put these sweet clips into a movie:) My hope is that this small gesture shows our team & you my gratitude.
This road is not perfect but we are on it *together.* It's because of your support, we continue to grow and climb onward.
Below are just a few of our memories: Camp out, festivals, enrichment, field trips, holidays, learning alive, treat deliveries at 9 a.m.; here's to much more ahead!
I hope you enjoy Thanksgiving, fellowship, delicious food, and relaxation. We look forward to seeing your scholar on Monday!
Dr. Emily O'Neal
6-8th Grade Music for Trimester 2
A quick note of clarification on this topic - the regular instructional music program for middle school is offered one day per week, during the P.E. block. This means scholars have music 1 day per week, and P.E. for 3.
Recognizing this might not be the best fit for all families, if you would like to opt out of the music program and instead have your child attend P.E. 4 days per week, please complete this form TODAY. If you do not opt-out, there will be no changes to your child's schedule.
Additionally, for scholars who wish to have additional practice time beyond the regular weekly offering, the zero period that was offered in trimester 1 will no longer be available. Those wishing to have additional music time each week must select this option for their trimester 2 enrichment.
Note: To be enrolled in this enrichment option, you cannot elect to opt-out of the regular weekly music session. If your scholar already picked an enrichment and would like to switch to music, simply email Mr. Havey.