Newcomb News 4/7/24
Vol. 3 Issue 32
Hello Newcomb Families and Friends-
I hope you all had an amazing Spring Break and you hand a chance to enjoy friends and family. It will be great to have everyone back on campus this week. Thank you everyone for your amazing support of the APEX Color Run Fundraiser. The Newcomb Foundation is asking for your feedback on the event, please take a moment to complete this survey (Linked Here).
Please take a look at the information below.
Have a great week!
Chris
--Upcoming Events--
4/11 to 4/12- Mr. Thompson Sleeps on the Roof (APEX Fundraiser)
4/12- Family & Friends Friday
4/15- Newcomb Golf Classic
4/26- Coffee with Chris 8-9 am (SBAC Testing Overview)
5/3- Talent Show
5/4- Newcomb Foundation Casino Night
5/13- SBAC Testing Begins at Newcomb
6/11- 5th Grade Promotion (Time TBD)
6/12- Kinder Promotion (Time TBD)
6/12- TK Sliding Into Kindergarten (PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE---Time TBD)
6/13- 8th Grade Promotion (8:30 am)
Multi-Cultural Fair
8th Grade Promotion Activities Donations
LBUSD Cross Country Race
Calling all 4th-8th graders!!
On Friday, May 17th LBUSD is holding the 18th Annual Middle School All-City Cross Country Championship and Fun Run! All 4th-8th graders are invited.
This is a fun event and a great introduction to Middle School Sports. There is no running experience required. You can train on your own or join in on Running Club on Mondays 2:30-3:30 pm.
When & Where:
Friday, May 17th @ Heartwell Park
In the park between Clark Ave and Bellflower Blvd
Schedule:
4:00pm - Girls Elementary Fun Run
4:15pm - Boys Elementary Fun Run
4:30pm - 6th Grade Girls
5:00pm - 6th Grade Boys
5:30pm - 7th Grade Girls
6:00pm - 7th Grade Boys
6:30pm - 8th Grade Girls
7:00pm - 8th Grade Boys
Registration:
Registration will be through Coach Walsh. You can click this link to register: Race Registration Form If you are participating in the Running Club, please confirm your race registration by filling out the above link.
We would love to see each class well represented! Go Spartans!
Middle School Yearbook Presale!
From now through April the Newcomb Middle School yearbook is for sale for $42.
The price will increase after that. Secure your yearbook now by following this link!
****This is for Middle School (grades 6-8) only.****
Spring Cheer Clinic
Talent Show Information (Audition Submissions have been extended to March 29th)
Newcomb Foundation Updates
Meeting Dates for the rest of the school year:
Foundation Meeting April 16, 6:30pm-8pm
Foundation Meeting May 21, 6:30pm-8pm
Making a Difference Together
Learn more about who we are, what we do, and what's happening at the Foundation by visiting this link as well as how we plan to drive momentum into the future together.
Follow us on Instagram for the latest updates.
Newcomb Foundation Events
Casino Night
Save the date! On May the Fourth, get ready for an epic evening of interstellar fun and our last fundraiser of the 2023/24 school year. More information to come.
18th Annual Golf Classic
Support our 18th Annual Golf Classic in April 15th, 2024. Golf tournament spots and sponsors available. Don't miss this opportunity to swing into action for our community.
All proceeds support education enrichment programs for students at Newcomb Academy.
The Newcomb Foundation is committed to preserve and expand vital science, art, and music programs for the 2024-25 academic year. This investment shields these programs from district cuts, supports 3 staff members' salaries, and safeguards the holistic school experience at Newcomb Academy.
Plus, continue support for the middle school scholarship program, and if we exceed our goal, launch an elementary school robotics program. Our three fundraising events aim to fulfill our commitment.
Join us or share with others to secure a bright future for our students at Newcomb Academy.
Enrollment and School Of Choice Timeline
--Enrollment and School of Choice Timeline--
3/1/24- Elementary School of Choice Application available on ParentVUE
3/25/24- Middle School of Choice Application available on ParentVUE
4/10/24- 1st Round Deadline for Elementary School of Choice via ParentVUE
4/12/24- Middle School of Choice Application Closes 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.
Wellness Center Update
Middle School Sports Update
Here is the upcoming Spring Middle School Soccer Schedule:
Girls Soccer Schedule-
4/10 @ Marshall, 3:30 pm
4/17 vs. Washington, 4:30 pm
4/23 @ Rogers, 3:30 pm
4/25 vs. Stanford, 4:30 pm
Boys Soccer Schedule-
4/10 vs. Marshall, 4:00 pm
4/17 @ Washington, 4:30 pm
4/23 vs. Rogers, 4:00 pm
4/25 @ Stanford, 4:15 pm
Middle School Online Math Tutoring
Online math support available to students in grades 6 - 8, and
HS students in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2.
Directions
Links can be given to students and parents
- “How to” video (Coming SOON)
April Cafeteria Menu
Important Links & Information
Parent Volunteers
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/
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