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Newcomb News 5/27/24

Vol. 3 Issue 39

Newcomb News5/27/24Vol. 3 Issue 39
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Hello Newcomb Families and Friends-


I wanted to say Congratulations to Kamryn Harkey!!! Newcomb’s 2024 Most Inspiring Student. Kamryn is an inspiration to all who meet her. Her bright warm smile lights up any room. She is incredibly hard working and inspires her classmates and teachers with her never give up attitude! Congratulations Kamryn! 💛💙


We will be doing SBAC testing make-ups this week for grades 3-8. All grades are on regular schedule. This Friday will will have our final Friends and Family Friday and the last Elementary School Awards Assembly. This will increase traffic on Friday, please plan accordingly.


We have a lot of events coming up please review the list below and keep an eye out for teacher/classroom updates and reminders about end of year activities.


GO SPARTANS!


Chris

Middle School Yearbook Update (Grades 6, 7 & 8 Only)

The online Middle School Yearbook Store will be closing on May 30th.

There will be a very limited amount for sale after it closes. Secure yours now!

Follow this link to order!

https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=7443

Elementary School Yearbook Ordering

This is the Google form for parents to order.


https://forms.gle/QLkU7PVxS61HT7bm8


Elementary Yearbooks will be available for purchase at the price of $30 each. An additional $1 fee applies for payments made through PayPal. Alternatively, payments can be made in cash or by check enclosed in an envelope addressed to the front office, with attention to Amber, with the student's name specified for the Yearbook purchase.


Orders and payments are accepted through May 31st.



Paypal ($1 fee): https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NQHD7JWLXL8DE


Questions?? Email: pta.yearbook@newcombacademy.org

School Site Council Application

Please complete this form (Linked Here) if you are interested in running for SSC for the 2024-25 school year. We will have two parent/caregiver/community member vacancies. The application window will close on May 31st at 4:00 pm and elections will go from June 3rd to June 7th at 4:00 pm. The two applicants with the most votes will be elected.

--Upcoming Events--

General Events & Important Dates

5/27- Memorial Day (No School)

5/28- PTSA Meeting 6:30 in the Library

5/31- Family & Friends Friday 7:30 to 8:00 am

6/5- Taiko Drumming Assembly 8:15 to 9:15

6/13- Last Day of School (Minimum Day, 1:00 pm dismissal)


Elementary Events

5/30- Elementary Instrumental/Vocal Performance, 6 to 7 pm in the auditorium

5/31- Elementary School Awards TK-K- 8:10 - 8:50; 1-2 9:00-9:45; 3-5 10:30-11:10 (Parents by Invitation)

6/6- 4th Grade El Dorado Park Day

6/6- 3rd Grade Field Day

6/7- 1st Grade Performance 11:00 am

6/10- 1st Grade Park Day

6/11- 2nd Grade Field Day


TK/Kindergarten Events

6/7- TK/K Walking Field Trip to El Dorado

6/12- Kindergarten Promotion, 10:30, in the Auditorium

6/12- TK Sliding into Kindergarten Ceremony, 12:30 on the Kinder Playground


5th Grade Events

6/3- 5th Grade Long Base 8:15 to 9:15 (5th grade families welcome to watch)

6/4- 5th Grade El Dorado Park

6/6- 5th Grade Arts & Crafts Day

6/7- 5th Grade Field Day

6/10- 5th Grade Promotion Rehearsal/Movie

6/11- 5th Grade Promotion, 8:30 in the Gym

6/13- 5th Grade Class Party


Middle School Events

5/31- Middle School Drama Production, 6:30 pm in the Auditorium

6/4- Middle School Orchestra Performance, 6-7 pm in the Auditorium

6/5- Middle School Band Performance, 6-7 pm in the Auditorium

6/6- Middle School Awards Assembly, 8-9:30 am (Parents by Invitation)

6/11- Middle School Scholarship Students to the Movies

6/13- 7th Grade Field Trip to El Dorado Park


8th Grade Promotion Activities

6/7- 8th Grade Dance

6/7- 8th Grade Awards, 8:00 am

6/10- 8th Grade CSULB Field Trip

6/12- 8th Grade Promotion Practice & Picnic

6/13- 8th Grade Promotion, 8:30 in the Gym
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5th Grade Updates

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8th Grade Updates

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8th Grade Updates

SBAC Update

Elementary School SBAC Schedule (Grades 3-5)

Middle School SBAC Schedule

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Monthly Schedule

Please note the days we will be testing in middle school. Please make every effort to have students attend school everyday.

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Block Testing Bell Schedule

Newcomb Foundation Updates

With the support of our Spartan Community and extended network, Newcomb Academy Foundation secured the funds 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, will continue support for the middle school scholarship program, and launch an elementary school robotics program. We are on a mission to keep the momentum going to secure a bright future current and future students for years to come.

8th Grade Promotion Activities Donations

Wellness Center Update

Middle School Sports Update

Here is the upcoming Spring Middle School Soccer Schedule:


Girls Soccer Schedule-

Playoffs- 5/1- 3:30 pm @ Keller

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

May Cafeteria Menu

Important Links & Information

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Parent Volunteers

Do you want to help out in the classroom or on campus? Do you like going on field trips? Apply to become a parent volunteer, and become a "VIP" by completing the application below. You will need a TB test and a form of ID.


LBUSD VIPS Application

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


Newcomb Foundation-

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.


2. Or by e-mailing at NewcombAttendance@lbschools.net


You can also call 1(562)430-1250, but the above two options are preferred.

Newcomb's Social Media

Twitter- @NewcombAcademy


Instagram- @newcomb_k8_lbusd


Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3reo0VRJ1MopS1ltXSxBHA

Chris Thompson
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