NIS Wildcat Newsletter

• March 3-7: Read Across America Week
• March 14: End of 3rd Quarter
• March 19: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• March 28: PBIS Rewards Day
• April 4: Career Day
• April 7-11: Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
• April 15: Reading iReady
• April 16: Spring Picture Day
• April 17: Math iReady
• April 23: 4th Quarter Mid-Term
• April 24: Family Night
• May 2: PBIS Rewards Day
• KSA Testing: May 8-28 (Tentative)
• May 26: NO SCHOOL
• May 28: End of 4th Quarter

March is developmental disabilities awareness month and we want to Spread the Word for Inclusion.

Inclusion refers to the practice of making sure everyone, regardless of their differences, feels valued, respected, and has equal access to opportunities. In an inclusive environment, all individuals are encouraged to participate and contribute without facing discrimination or bias.

Discussing inclusion with your children is important for several reasons:

1. Promotes Empathy and Respect: Talking about inclusion helps children develop empathy and respect for others. Understanding that people have different backgrounds, abilities, and experiences fosters compassion and kindness.

2. Encourages Positive Social Interaction: When children understand the importance of inclusion, they are more likely to interact with peers who might be different from themselves. This creates a more harmonious social environment and helps children build diverse friendships.

3. Fosters Confidence in Every Child: Inclusion ensures that all children, regardless of their differences, feel valued and important. When children see that everyone has a place, they feel more confident and are encouraged to be themselves.

4. Encourages Collaboration and Teamwork: Inclusion teaches children to work together with others who may have different skills or perspectives. This builds teamwork and communication skills that will benefit them later in life.

By discussing inclusion, you help children learn to value diversity, treat others with kindness, and become responsible, open-minded citizens of the world.

• School Report Card: Please click the school report card to check out our school and district.
• Title I Presentation: Attached below is our annual title information that we share with families. There will be a short presentation at the March 19th, 2025 parent/teacher conferences

Dear Newport Intermediate School Caregivers,

We are excited to invite you to the upcoming Family Resource Center (FRC) Advisory Meeting! This is a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to actively engage in their child’s educational journey.

Details of the Meeting: Location: Newport Intermediate School's Family Resource Center Date: March 14, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support our students!

Warm regards, Marshelle Watkins- Blackwell

Stock the Kitchen is open each month on the 2nd and 4th Thursday. This month’s dates are:

• Thursday, February 13th

• Thursday, February 27th

Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Appointments can be made by calling 859-292-3066

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.