• Tuesday, September 3: NNS Girl Scout Troop meeting @ 3:45 pm-Room 4

• Saturday, September 7: Cross Country Race Day @ Tsalteshi Trail in Soldotna @11:00 am

• Thursday, September 12: PTO Meeting, 3:45 p.m., NNS Library

• Friday, September 13: EARLY RELEASE. School dismissed at 1:55 pm. Buses and B&G will run 90 minutes early to accommodate.

• Saturday, September 14: Cross Country Race Day @ NMHS @ 11:00 am

• Monday, September 16: School Picture Day. Sibling photos: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm- please check in at the office.

• Tuesday, September 17: NNS Girl Scout Troop meeting @ 3:45 pm
• Thursday, September 19: NNS Site Council/Title I Meeting, 3:45 p.m., NNS Library

• Friday, September 20: Cross Country Race Day @ NNS @ 11:00 am

• Saturday, September 21: Cross Country Race Day- TBD
  
• Sunday, September 29: Kenai River Marathon-Come on out and cheer on Principal Fabian as she runs 13.1 miles. NNS is working on putting together a Relay Team too! Stay tuned!
  
• Tuesday, October 1: September Healthy Futures Logs due
• Thursday, October 3: Math and Science Family Night-5:30-7:00 p.m. at NNS

As our families are aware, KPBSD continues to support building security. During the school day, we thank you for your patience in waiting for the door to be unlocked as all visitors are screened by office staff before entering the building. Please note that it could take several minutes to occur based on location and availability of office staff.

Thank you for ensuring that your child and the office knows what their normal end of the day plan will be. NNS will use this as the default plan if there is any question. If you have a change in plans, please provide a written note or call our office at 776-2600 so we can document the change. Note: Our office does not answer the phone after 3:10 p.m. as they are involved in dismissal procedures. In the event of an appointment or other obligation after school, it is advised that parents sign their student out at the office before 3:00 p.m.

Families are encouraged to visit: https://kpbsd.org/communications/surveys/ and complete a variety of surveys that exist. Your input is greatly appreciated and supports the growth of our team.

• NNS is proud to announce swimming and water safety lessons. A big thank you goes out to NPRSA for all of their help and guidance in creating and accommodating this schoolwide water safety initiative. A big thank you to all that donated funds to make this opportunity possible. This is open to all students who attend NNS.

• Grade 1: 12:15-2:30 p.m., September 30 & October 1, 3, 4
• Kindergarten: 12:15-2:30 p.m., December 2, 3, 5, 6
• Grade 2: 12:15-2:30 p.m., January 27, 28, 30, 31
• Grade 3: 9:15 a.m. to Noon, February 24, 25, 27, 28
• Grade 4: 9::15 a.m. to Noon, April 14, 15, 16, 17 (Early Release Week)
• Grade 5: 9:15 a.m. to Noon, April 21, 22, 24, 25

KPBSD is looking for individuals that are interested in serving on the District's Calendar Committee. Click HERE to access the Calendar Committee application

Nikiski North Star uses Bloomz as a primary source of information. Stay updated with all things NNS! We are also active on Facebook and our website at https://kpbsd.org/schools/nikiski-north-star/. In addition, KPBSD also has a Facebook page and a free KPBSD app which provides you with District and school notifications.

Do you have the time and interest to be a substitute for the Shooting Stars? No pressure: You choose when you say, “Yes, I can work!” Substitutes choose the classes, grade levels, and positions they would like. Receive one day of paid, “on-the-job training” before you begin subbing. For more information, click on the following link: https://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/departments.aspx?id=21717

The Nikiski North Star PTO is a Parent/Teacher Committee focused on providing educational resources and enrichment for our children. FROM Nikiski FOR Nikiski.

• Support our school by ordering NNS apparel today! Order your new apparel via the Walden Bros website.
  
• Facebook: “Nikiski North Star PTO“
  

NNS, along with all schools in KPBSD, follows the ALICE protocol when pertaining to a safety closure, which is specific to when an intruder is identified on school grounds or in the school building. NNS also participates in monthly fire drills and a yearly Earthquake drill.Throughout the month of September, I will visit each class to talk about the importance of following “Stop-Look-Listen-Follow-No worries”in the event of an emergency. To finish our time, I will read a fun, fall-themed story. If you have any questions regarding safety at NNS, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Please visit: https://kpbsd.org/wp-content/uploads/parents-students/calendars/2024-2025/2024-2025-Districtwide-Calendar.pdf to access the Districtwide calendar.

https://kpbsd.org/students-parents/parent-student-handbook/

• Parents and guardians are encouraged to complete their online meal application so children will have access to meal benefits as soon as possible. Please take the time to complete this form even if you think you do not qualify. The streamlined online application for Free and Reduced Meals to determine benefits and qualify communities for federal funds is live.

  • KPBSD Free and Reduced Meal application: http://mealapp.kpbsd.org

• Kenai Peninsula Borough School District 2024-2025 Meal Prices:

  • Breakfast: Students approved for Free and Reduced meals: $.00; Grades K-12: $2.50

  • Lunch: Students approved for reduced meals: $.40; Grades K-6: $3.50

To access our Attendance Guidelines, please visit: https://kpbsd.org/schools/nikiski-north-star/parent-portal/attendance-policy/

We place great importance on effective communication! Bloomz is our primary form of communication between home and school. Please note that Bloomz does not replace a phone call or in-person meetings. For end-of-day plans and time-sensitive information, please continue to call our office at 907-776-2600 before 3:10 p.m. Our office cannot answer the phone after 3:10 p.m. due to school dismissal.

To keep you informed, our office will publish an electronic school newsletter on our website at the beginning of each month. This link will be sent via Bloomz and SchoolMessenger. If needed, we can provide a paper copy upon request.

In addition to Bloomz, Nikiski North Star Elementary utilizes the District's School Messenger notification service. This service enables us to send important information about
school events, delays, or emergencies via telephone, text, or email.

Stay connected with us! We maintain an active presence on Facebook where we keep families informed about activities, events, and happenings.

Your child’s safety is our top priority. All visitors, including parents and guardians, are required to check in at the front office upon arrival. If you need to pick-up your child early, the office will call your child(ren) out of class. Our staff will not release children without permission from the office.

Volunteers may assist in the classroom, help staff with preparing instructional materials, or support field trips and other special events..Once an approved background check is on file, please reach out to your child’s teacher to schedule opportunities. For more information, click on the following link: https://www.kpbsd.k12.ak.us/employment.aspx?id=19556

• Address: 45600 Holt Lamplight Rd Kenai, AK 99611

• Phone: (907) 776-2600
• Fax: (907) 776-8423
• Website: https://kpbsd.org/schools/nikiski-north-star/

• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/NikiskiNorthStarElementary