Newcomb News 2/26/24
Vol. 3 Issue 27
Newcomb News # 27
Dear Newcomb Families and Friends,
On Friday we had the chance to celebrate Ms. Essie our amazing Crossing Guard. If you don't know, Ms. Essie works hard everyday to make sure that our Spartans safely cross Wardlow Road each day. Thanks to our amazing families and PTSA for organizing this well deserved recognition.
8th grade families, the High School application window has opened. If you have not already, be sure to go into ParentVUE to apply to your high schools of choice by 3/1/24 at 11:59pm. Please contact Mr. Morinaga if you need assistance with the process.
Also, be on the look out for an e-mail from LBUSD on the Core Survey. This is a survey that we ask all families and caregivers to complete each year. Your feedback on this survey helps to guide our work at Newcomb and better support students across the school district.
Have a great week.
Chris
High School Choice Application Closes March 1st
8th grade families,
Just a friendly reminder that High School Choice Applications opened on Tuesday, February 20th and closes on March 1st.
Please visit the High School Choice website and watch the videos and view the links. https://www.lbschools.net/departments/school-choice/8th-to-9th-grade-transitionLinks to an external site.
Here is a link on how to complete the application (English)
Also, listed is how to complete the application (Espanol)
If you have any questions or need support please reach out to Mr. Morniaga- rmorinaga@lbschools.net
Links to an external site.
Elementary School Awards
--Upcoming Events--
3/1- Black History Month Assembly
3/4- Middle School & Elementary Site Night (This event is for prospective families)
3/8- Lunch with a Loved One (More details to follow)
3/8- Middle School Dance
3/19- Open House, 5:30 to 7:00 pm
3/27- APEX Spartan Sprint (Newcomb Foundation Fundraiser)
4/15- Newcomb Golf Classic
5/3- Talent Show
5/4- Casino Night
Calling all 4th through 8th graders!
Join us on Mondays from 2:30 - 3:30 pm beginning Monday, March 4th, to build fitness and have fun while training for the LBUSD Spring Fun Run and Cross Country Meet on May 17th.
Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Newcomb Playground
What to wear: Running shoes and clothes they feel comfortable running in.
What to bring: Water and a can do attitude!
Cost: $40
Includes:
10 Sessions Mondays 3/4-5/13
Dry Fit Shirt (can be worn as a school spirit shirt)
LBUSD Fun Run and Cross Country Meet Friday, 5/17 at Heartwell Park
No running experience necessary. We will build in endurance and stamina throughout the 10 weeks. This is a great way for kids to build their fitness levels for all sports.
If you can not participate in all 10 weeks of training but would like to do the fun run and cross country meet on May 17th, contact Coach Walsh @ healthybalancecoach4u@gmail.com. All are welcome to participate!
Please complete this google form to register and have your student bring a completed copy of the LBUSD Permission Slip linked in the form to their first practice.
Site Night for Prospective Newcomb Families
Crayon Recycling (Feb. 26th to March 1)
Newcomb's TK classes are organizing a Crayon recycling drive. During the week of Feb 26 to March 1st please bring any old and unwanted crayons to school. We will have collection boxes at our main gate and the TK/Kinder gate. These old crayons will be recycled and turned back into crayons and given to children in need. Thanks for your support.
Celebrate Black History Month with Read Alouds (Click the picture below)
Newcomb Foundation Meeting RSVP
Newcomb Foundation Meeting Tuesday February 20, 2024 at 6:30pm
Please RSVP via this RSVP Google Form to receive the location address of the host. Board Members will take turns hosting the meetings, so the location for each meeting will vary. Thank you!
Foundation Meeting February 20, 6:30pm-8pm
Foundation Meeting March 12, 6:30pm-8pm
Foundation Meeting April 16, 6:30pm-8pm
Foundation Meeting May 21, 6:30pm-8pm
Newcomb Foundation Fundraising Events
Newcomb Academy Foundation. Three Fundraising Events. One Mission.
Join one of our committees to plan these incredible events that raise funds for education opportunities at Newcomb Academy
- APEX Spartan Sprint Committee contact Krystle krystlefontana@gmail.com
- Casino Night Committee contact Laura L.n.kelly@gmail.com
- Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 13, 5:30PM at Tracy's Bar and Grill, 5511 E Spring St, Long Beach
- Golf Classic Committee contact christie.hibben@gmail.com
- Next Meeting: Monday, February 19, 6:30PM at Glory Days Sports Grill, 4132 Woodruff Ave, Lakewood
Newcomb Academy Foundation- 18th Annual Golf Classic
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN for our 18th Annual Golf Classic taking place on Monday, April 15 at Eldorado Park Golf Course. Visit EventCaddy.com via this link https://shorturl.at/fyFL7 or scan the QR code on the image. For sponsorship opportunities email golf@newcombacademy.org. All proceeds support education enrichment programs for students at Newcomb Academy. Spots are limited - register today!
Enrollment and School Of Choice Timeline
--Enrollment and School of Choice Timeline--
3/1/24- High School Choice Online application closes at 11:59 pm
3/1/24- Elementary School of Choice Application available on ParentVUE
3/2/24- TK/Kinder Festival at Roosevelt Elementary 9-12 pm
3/4/24- Newcomb Site Night- Prospective Families can hear a presentation and get a tour of Newcomb's campus.
- Middle School Presentation and Tour 4:30 pm
- Elementary School Presentation and Tour 5:30 pm
3/25/24- Middle School of Choice Application available on ParentVUE
For questions regarding enrollment please contact our Enrollment Clerk- Ms. Sharon Onaroti at 562-430-1250 or sonorati@lbschools.net. You can also e-mail our Counselor, Mr. Ross Morinaga at rmorinaga@lbschools.net for questions about the School of Choice Process.
Middle School Lunch Time 3 on 3 Basketball
The 3 on 3 basketball tournament starts this week. We have 10 teams participating. Looking forward to a fun week of competition.
Boys Track Pictures
Middle School Girls Football Jamboree
Hello Newcomb Middle School Families and Friends-
Please see the attached information on the Middle School Girls Flag Football Jamboree. This is a fabulous opportunity for your 6th-8th grade girls to learn how to play flag football. All Moore League high schools field a varsity and JV team. This sport is played in the fall.
Details are:
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2024
Time: 9 AM - 1 PM
Location: Long Beach Cabrillo High School, 2001 Santa Fe Ave, Long Beach, CA 90810
Registration Link- https://rams.formstack.com/forms/lbusdmiddleschooljamboree
Middle School Sports Update
Please take a look at the Middle School Girl's Basketball game schedules and Boy's Track meet dates. We would love it if our Newcomb friends and families came out to support our Spartans.
Boys Track-
3/2- City Championships, 8:00 am start
February Cafeteria Menu
Important Links & Information
Newcomb Updates- Please no food deliveries
Please do not have fast food delivered or dropped off in the office. This creates problems for our office staff. The food also attracts ants. In rare cases food is picked up be the wrong person. We do not have the staffing to monitor items left in the office. If a student forgets their lunch, all students have access to a free breakfast and lunch in the Cafeteria. Thanks for your help with this.
Newcomb Parent Organizations
We need your help. Please consider not only joining these two amazing organizations but they also need volunteers to support all the events they sponsor. Parent volunteers are critical for making the magic happen at Newcomb. Below you will find contact information and Social Media Links-
Newcomb PTSA
Facebook- @newcombacademyptsa
Instagram- @newcombacademyptsa
E-mail- pta.president@newcombacademy.org
Newcomb Foundation-
Instagram- @newcomb_academy_foundation
Website- https://www.newcombacademy.org/
Elementary Yearbook Photos
Parent Volunteers
Attendance Notifications
***If your child is absent please make sure to contact the office. We appreciate many of you reaching out to teachers directly, however, our office team also needs this information. You can inform the office in two ways-
1. there is a new link to report absences for this year- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeGR3yL-VOnSJtpVFtbar-5YY_PSQXjHkYAnNIXTOMeGRpfA/viewform or go through the "Report an Absence" icon on the website for the site to be properly notified.
You can also call 1(562)430-1250, but the above two options are preferred.
Newcomb's Social Media
Instagram- @newcomb_k8_lbusd
Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3reo0VRJ1MopS1ltXSxBHA
Newcomb K-8 Academy
Email: cthompson@lbschools.net
Website: https://lbnewcomb.schoolloop.com/
Location: 3351 Val Verde Avenue, Long Beach, CA, USA
Phone: (562)430-1250
Twitter: @newcombAcademy