Parent Week Ahead 7/21/25

Posted Date: 7/20/25 (11:00 PM)

Newcastle Knights News

Every Knight, Every Day
2025-2026

COMING SOON!

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We hope you are enjoying your summer vacation!

In preparation for the 2025-26 school year:

If you haven’t already done so, please begin the Data Confirmation process! All parents/guardians are asked to complete the Data Confirmation process by July 30th! Once Data Confirmation is complete, you will be able to see your student’s teacher assignment beginning 7/31/25. Click HERE for assistance with Data Confirmation.

School Office Hours - The school office will reopen from 7:30 - 3:30 on Thursday, July 31st. We will remain open during the work week to provide assistance, except for August 5th, when all staff will be engaged in professional development. On August 5th, the office will open at 1 pm. Feel free to stop by or call us at 916-663-3307 with your questions. We are looking forward to seeing you!

Missing Immunizations - All students with missing immunizations must complete them by August 1st. The office has contacted those families who are missing the required shots. Unfortunately, students will not be able to start school on August 7th if they have not cleared their required immunizations. If you have not already done so, please turn in a copy of your child’s current immunization report to the school office.

Medications - All medications must be brought to the school nurse's office in the original pharmacy-labeled container before the start of school. A completed authorization form, signed by both the parent/guardian and the prescribing physician, must accompany the medication. A new authorization form is required each school year.

Back to School Supply Lists - HERE is the link to each grade level’s suggested supply list.

Join our team! - If you would like to be a part of the Newcastle team, we have 2 immediate openings:

3.5 hour per day CSS1 Aide. This person would supervise student lunches as well as provide student support in the classroom under the direct supervision of a teacher. Click HERE to apply
Special Education Aide. This position is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 2:30 pm. Click HERE for the application link.
For more information, please feel free to contact Cindy Giove or Sean Healy

Upcoming Events:

July 30

WEB Leader Training from 8:00 - 12:00 in the lower gym by invitation only from Mrs. Addison

July 31

School office reopens from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
Teacher assignments are available via the Aeries Parent Portal once Data Confirmation is complete.

August 1

New Family Orientation from 10:00 - ~11:00 am in the school cafeteria located on the upper campus. New families are invited to attend an overview of how we will work together to create a positive and successful educational experience for our children. We will cover topics such as The Code of the Castle, drop-off and pick-up on regular days and during inclement weather, opportunities to get involved on campus, and so much more. Families are encouraged to get fingerprinted for volunteer opportunities before or after the presentation and to stay after the presentation for popsicles with Mrs. Giove.

New Volunteer Fingerprinting - The PTC has arranged for Live Scan to be on-site from 9:15 - 11:30 am for first-time volunteers to receive convenient, discounted fingerprinting. The cost is only $65! Existing volunteers do NOT need to be fingerprinted. If you aren’t sure if you should be fingerprinted or not, this will allow you to participate as a classroom volunteer, attend school field trips, and participate in other opportunities that arise throughout your student’s school experience.

Popsicles with the Principal will be from 11:15 to 12:00 in the courtyard outside the office. Say hello, grab a cool treat, and see your new classroom (from the outside). Note, the teachers will not be on-site as they are still on summer vacation.

Where Everybody Belongs (WEB) Orientation for incoming 6th graders . This event is from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm in the lower campus gym. This is an excellent opportunity to play games, connect with old and new friends, and learn the ropes from ASB upperclassmen about what to expect in the upper grades. It is sure to be a fun time!

August 5

The school office will be closed from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm as the staff participates in professional development activities.

August 7 - First Day of School!

TK Orientation 8:30 - 10:00 on the TK playground
Kindergarten Orientation 8:30 - 10:00 in the courtyard
First bell is at 7:55; School starts at 8:00 for grades 1-8

August 14

Back to School Night 5:30 - 6:30 pm. This evening, teachers will be sharing information with parents about their class/grade level program. This evening is for adults only. We understand that child care can be challenging. We will place links for each grade level’s Back to School Night Presentation in the Parent Week Ahead as well as on our school website. BTSN Schedule HERE.

August 15

6th Grade Science Camp Pasta Feed from 5:00 - 7:30 at the Newcastle Wedding Gardens venue. All proceeds support our 6th grade science camp fundraising efforts. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE - $35

August 27