• November 4-5 NO SCHOOL
• November 8: NIS Dance
• November 11: Make Up Picture Day
• November 11: Veterans Day
• November 13: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• November 20: 2nd Quarter Mid-Term
• November 27-29: NO SCHOOL

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Reading together at home is one of the most powerful ways you can support your child’s education and foster a love of learning. Studies consistently show that students who are read to regularly not only develop stronger language skills but also improve in comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking. Just 15–20 minutes of reading time each night can make a significant impact on your child’s academic success and overall confidence.

Here are some tips to make reading time enjoyable and beneficial:

• Make it a Routine: Consistent, daily reading builds good habits and a special time for you and your child to bond.
• Ask Questions: As you read, ask open-ended questions to help your child think critically and understand the story better.
• Explore Interests: Let your child choose books that match their interests—whether it’s animals, sports, or fairy tales—keeping reading engaging and fun.
• Read Aloud Together: Sharing a story aloud can bring it to life. Encourage your child to read along or take turns to practice fluency.

Thank you for your partnership in helping our students become strong, confident readers! Together, we can create a positive reading experience that will benefit them for years to come.

3rd Grade:

Students are currently working on learning multiplication.

Tips:

-Practice for a few minutes every day. Singing songs with rhymes for multiplication tables, playing games like card, board, or online multiplication games, and using visual aids like multiplication charts and flashcards are all beneficial.

4th Grade:

Students are currently working on finding multiples of two numbers and identifying which numbers are common multiples.

Example:

4: 4, 8,12, 16,20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, and 48

9: 9, 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, 63, 72, 81, 90, 99, and 108

Tips:

-Create or print multiplication charts and factor trees. Engage students in activities such as factor bingo, where they must identify the factors of the numbers on their cards. Examples from the real world are excellent. Ask pupils to divide up things like treats among friends or groups.

5th Grade:

Students are currently working on adding and subtracting like and unlike fractions.

Steps for unlike fractions:

-Step 1: Find the least common denominator

-Step 2: Rewrite & Solve

-Step 3: Simplify

6th Grade:

Students are currently learning how to to use addition and subtraction in order to find the sum or difference of numbers with decimals.

Examples:

44.53 + 0.0005 = 44.5305

Tips:

-To make addition and subtraction simple, demonstrate to children how to write numbers vertically while ensuring that the decimals match up. Talk about how the value of each digit is influenced by its position (tenths, hundredths, etc.). Practice with real-life scenarios, like shopping or measuring. Ask questions that involve adding or subtracting prices or measurements.

Stock the Kitchen will be open on Thursday, November 14th from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM

If you would like to shop, please get in touch with Ms. Katie or Ms. Kristy @ 859-292-3066

We will be closed on Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving.

How to Access Infinite Campus Parent Portal using the District Website

1. Receive an Infinite Campus login and password from the school.

A parent/guardian only needs one login. Students in the same household will be linked together under one parent/guardian account regardless of which Newport School the students attend.

1. Go to Newport Independent Schools Website at www.newportwildcats.org

2. On the website above, click on the parents tab.

3. Under the parents tab of the website, click on Infinite Campus.

4. Complete the acceptable use policy by clicking I Agree or I Do Not Agree

5. Click Campus Parent

6. Enter username and password

The parent portal can also be reached by going directly to the website

https://kyede8.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/newport.jsp

By using this website, you will skip steps 2-6 above.

How to Access Infinite Campus Parent Portal using an App

1. Receive an Infinite Campus login and password from the school.

A parent/guardian only needs one login. Students in the same household will be linked together under one parent/guardian account regardless of which Newport School the students attend.

1. Download Campus Parent through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

2. Open the App

3. Enter Newport for the district and Kentucky for the state then click search

4. Select Newport Independent

5. Enter your Campus Portal username and password to log in to the app

Why do I need an Infinite Campus Parent Portal?

The Infinite Campus Online Parent Portal provides an online communication tool which can help you as a parent/guardian stay current with your student's schedule, attendance, grades, school announcements, lunch account, and fees.

https://kb.infinitecampus.com/help/getting-started-with-campus-parent-and-campus-student-video

NIS is officially registered as a community partner in the Kroger Community program! This means that every time you scan your Kroger card, Kroger will donate money to us to use for our students! Yay! We will be using these funds for future PBIS Rewards Day, Cats Store, Field Trips, attendance incentives, testing incentives and more!

But we need your help! If you register your current Kroger card with NIS then every time you scan it for your points and discounts, we will automatically get rewarded too!

Here's how:

-Visit http://www.kroger.com

-Once logged into their Kroger account they can search for Newport Intermediate School either by name or VY034

-Click Enroll.

-New users will need to create an account which requires some basic information, a valid email address and a rewards card.

Help us out and register today before your next trip to Kroger!

Parents and Staff, we need your help! Did you know that you can support our school as easily as scanning your receipt each week after your trip to the grocery! We have so many initiatives to support our students, and we would love to have your help with these! Please take some time to download the app and scan your receipt each week to help us earn money for our school!

STUDENT DRESS- APPROPRIATE ITEMS INCLUDE:

• Sleeveless shirts as long as the strap is at least 3 finger widths across in width.

• Tops should be worn in such a way as to when arms are extended over the head, no skin is exposed on the back or midriff.

• Pants are to be worn at the waist level and the belt, if worn, must be buckled, and they should not be dragging on the ground.

• Skirts, dresses, and shorts must be fingertip length or with the approval of the school principal.

• Shoes must be worn at all times. When in the outdoor classroom or for team-specific events, students must wear appropriate footwear that completely covers their feet. If students wear footwear, i.e. flip flops, that break during the school day, the parent/guardian must bring another pair of shoes to school, as they will not be provided by the office or teachers.

INAPPROPRIATE ITEMS INCLUDE:

• No clothing or any item printed with objectionable language, slogans, or pictures. These include references to drugs, sex, alcohol, tobacco, gangs, or gang related activities.

• No clothing having cuts, slits, holes, slashes, above the knee level which expose skin in any manner is permitted.

• No excessive forms of makeup or face paint.

• No lingerie worn on the outside of clothing, no see-through mesh type shirts, blouses, pants, or tops that reveal bare backs, sides, or allow undergarments to be visible.

• No chains, belts, or straps are to hang from pants in any manner.

• No hats, bandanas, gang wear, or head covering are to be worn, with the exception of designated days announced by the administration or for religious purposes. Students are not to leave their hoods from their jackets or sweatshirt on their heads while inside the building.

• No sunglasses or gloves are worn inside the building.

• No outside coats or jackets may be worn in the building; they are to be stored in a locker at all times.

• No pajamas of any kind or slippers are to be worn.

• No leggings or tights, yoga-like pants are allowed to be worn unless they are worn with a skirt or dress that is knee length.

The Newport Independent School District will partner with families and the community to nurture, educate, and instill core values in all students to ensure they reach their fullest potential.

We envision a day when every student in Newport Independent Schools engages and thrives in educational excellence.