NEW ALBANY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Welcome to the last week of February! We are excited to share the latest news, upcoming events, and important updates with you. Our students have been busy learning, exploring, and growing, and we can't wait to highlight their achievements. In this final week, we look forward to finishing strong and preparing for the month ahead. Thank you for your continued support in making our school a wonderful place for learning and community.

If you are interested in reviewing instructional materials for K-5 reading and writing to supplement the district’s current use of Heggerty Phonemic Awareness (K-1), Wilson Fundations (K-3) and 95% Word Study (4-5), there will be opportunities in March at all three elementary schools. These sessions are open houses, so you can attend at any time between 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm to look at resources and ask questions. Please choose whichever session best meets your schedule since K-5 materials will be available at all three open houses.

Tuesday, March 4 -- Primary School Main Entrance, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Wednesday, March 5 - Intermediate School First Floor Cafeteria Space, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Thursday, March 6 -- Early Learning Center Main Entrance, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Questions can be directed to Director of Elementary Education Scott Emery at emery.3@napls.us.

If your child is currently in grades kindergarten to fifth, and you want to provide information about your child prior to classroom assignments being made for next school year, you can submit a parent input form by March 24, 2025. You can find the online form by clicking here. The parent input forms will be used by the principals to help guide their classroom placements for the 2025-2026 school year.

If you have a child who turns five years old on or before August 1, 2025, it is time to register for kindergarten for next school year. To learn about the registration process, click here. If you would like to guarantee your child is enrolled in the tuition-based all-day kindergarten program, there is an option to submit the tuition deposit by March 5, 2025. To learn more about a guaranteed all-day kindergarten placement for your child, click here. If you currently have a child enrolled in the New Albany Learning Center Preschool Program who will be of age for kindergarten next school year, you will receive registration information directly from the ELC since your child is already enrolled with the New Albany-Plain Local Schools.

To view your child’s trimester report card, please access your PowerSchool account by clicking here and choosing the option “Report Card”. The report card option is only available in a web browser, not the PowerSchool mobile app. Any item left blank is a skill not taught or assessed during this trimester. Any item that includes an asterisk (*) designates a mark based on an individualized curriculum. If you have a PowerSchool account and cannot recall your username or password, please contact Michael Weisenberger in our technology department at weisenberger.1@napls.us. Mr. Weisenberger can also assist with other issues that arise.

Winter Parent-Teacher conferences are scheduled for the week of March 3. Please refer to your classroom teacher's communication if you are interested in scheduling a time to have a conference to discuss your child's progress.

Please reach out to your students individual Specialist if you are interested in a conference.

Beginning the week of 3/3/25, students will celebrate Read Across America by engaging in reading activities that celebrate diverse representation in literature; and on Friday, March 14th, students will be invited to participate in a school-wide Book Parade! See the attached flier for more information.

Join us in giving back to our community this year. Our food drive isn't about competition; it's a collective effort to make a positive impact on those in need. Let's come together and make a difference. Take a look at our flyer to see what item your student's assigned house is collecting.

On Friday, February 28th, the kitchen staff will be hosting a Candyland themed lunch. The menu remains the same, and students will pack their lunch or purchase a school lunch as they normally do - the only change will be the scenery and seating! Students are encouraged to bring in a towel to sit on if they choose.

The Carnival of the Animals - Performance Dates and Times

March 19 at 5:15 - Green Hallway Hattery, Bodman, Saunders, Sheerin

March 19 at 7:00 - Yellow Hallway Bobo, Chandler, Fife, Johnson

March 20 at 5:15 - Purple Hallway Dy, Lambke, Maxwell, McAndrew

March 20 at 7:00 - Blue Hallway Matyac, Polder, Wurm.

The Journey - Performance Dates and Times

April 3 at 5:15 - Green Hallway Cervantes , Eick, Kehres, Ropp

April 3 at 7:00 - Yellow Hallway McCloud, Rex, Hendrix, Thompson

April 4 at 5:15 - Purple Hallway Arkow, Meidenbauer, Rutherford, Smith

April 4 at 7:00 - Blue Hallway Clouse, Plesser, Sammons, Weber

Dear Primary Families,

We are so grateful for the incredible support shown to our staff on February 14th! A huge thank you to Duchess Deli and Jimmy John’s for their generous sub donation, and to Café Zupas for providing a delicious variety of soups to complement the sandwiches. The amazing food helped our teachers power through their workday, and we truly appreciate the kindness of these local businesses!

Additionally, the Primary PTO was honored to recognize Officer Warner and Officer Kelly for National School Resource Officer Day. Their dedication to keeping our school safe and fostering a positive student environment is invaluable. We appreciate all that they do for our school community!

Want to volunteer at one of our events? Head to the link below

Primary School: Spring 2025 - Volunteer with the Primary PTO

NAPS Wellness Challenge

Nobody loves a challenge more than we do! It’s time to kick off the NAPS Wellness Challenge!

Purchase raffle tickets at the below link now through 3/20 for a chance to WIN an opportunity to be one of three students to silly string our Wellness Teachers at a fun assembly! Ticket prices are $5 for one ticket.

Funds will be used to purchase Wellness and Technology equipment and support upcoming PTO events!

Purchase tickets below

New Albany Primary Wellness Challenge

Spring Events

Spring has Sprung at the Primary PTO! Pull out your calendar and save these dates so you don’t miss out on all the fun!

Want to volunteer at one of our events? Head to the link below

Primary School: Spring 2025 - Volunteer with the Primary PTO

Warm regards,

Coleen Barber- President

Lauren Bar-Lev- President Elect

Carrie Mayer- Secretary

Lindsey Osborn- Treasurer

Samantha Rafael- Membership

Andrea Wiltrout- Fundraising

Programming- Rachel Maloney & Amy Wenker

Communications- Kiki Piletz & Laurie Lauderback

Hospitality- Jonelle Abounaoum & Erin Foster

March 3-14: NWEA - MAP Testing Spring (Reading & Math)

March 24: Spring Recess Begins (No Students/Teachers)

March 31: No School for Students/Teachers

April 15 & 17: Ohio State Tests - ELA

April 18: In-Lieu of Parent Teacher Conferences (No Students/Teachers)

April 22 & 24: Ohio State Tests - Math

May 26: Memorial Day (No School)

May 29: Last Day of School for Students

Teresa Smith, Building Principal

Colleen Masters, Assistant Principal

Dr. Sara Peterson, Assistant Principal

The New Albany-Plain Local School District is committed to creating a culture of accountability that achieves the best academic and developmental outcomes for each student.

Email: news@napls.us
Website: www.napls.us/primary
Location: 87 North High Street, New Albany, OH, USA
Phone: 614-413-8600
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