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NUSD students recognized for their outstanding achievements
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NUSD celebrated over 500 students who represent achievement in Academics, Technology, Careers, The Arts, and Athletics.
After walking down the red carpet with their family, each student received a medal, photo with an NUSD Board member, and a tasty box of treats. Congratulations to all of our super stars!
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Students across NUSD participate in Crunch Day
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On Thursday, October 24th, NUSD joined schools and organizations across the state in eating a local produce during lunchtime. This year, students and staff were encouraged to try locally grown green beans from Fiery Ginger Farms in West Sacramento. The Nutrition Services team along with our local farmer from Fiery Ginger Farms hosted an event at Natomas Middle School to support farm to school initiatives and encourage healthy eating.
Take a look at how we added some "crunch" to our Crunch Day!
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New Podcast Episode released on Newly Designed Elementary Report Cards
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Having a comprehensive and easy to read format that clearly shows a student's performance is integral for parents to be better equipped to help their child succeed. That was key in the redesign of Natomas Unified's elementary report cards. Launching in fall 2019, parents will learn in this episode the extensive work that went into the development, what's different, and why this matters.
Guests: Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent and Tonja Jarrell, Principal Paso Verde and Host Chris Evans, Superintendent.
Click here to listen or download it on iTunes, Spotify or Podbean app.
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On Track to College Letters mailed home twice a year
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As part of NUSD's vision to graduate students as college and career ready, parents with 10th, 11th, and 12th graders at Inderkum High, Leroy Greene Academy, and Natomas High will receive a personalized On Track to College letter this week. These letters look at progress toward readiness for graduation and college. The letters also show students their competitiveness toward college admissions to California four-year and two-year universities.
Please take the time to go over the details of the letter with your student and encourage them to contact their counselor for further help on how to stay on track to graduate and go to college. For more information, please visit the College and Career web page on the District website.
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We need your opinion about potential History-Social Science textbooks
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Natomas Unified School District anticipates purchasing new History-Social Science textbooks for use in all grades next year, and the district wants your feedback about finalists under consideration. Your opinion will help guide decisions that can impact classrooms for years to come.
Here are the dates and times books will be displayed for review:
Monday, November 4, in the HR Conference Room, from 12:30-3 p.m.
Tuesday, November 5, in the Alex Haley Room, from 8-11 a.m.
Wednesday, November 6, in the Alex Haley Room, from 2-5 p.m.
Thursday, November 7, in the Alex Haley Room, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Friday, November 8, in the Alex Haley Room, from 2:30-5 p.m.
There is no need to make an appointment, just drop by during the scheduled time.
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Red Ribbon Week, NUSD style
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During the month of October, students district-wide are standing up, speaking out on Bullying Prevention Month. NUSD is also celebrating Red Ribbon Week from October 23-31, the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. This year's Red Ribbon theme is, Send A Message, Stay Drug-Free. Each school participates in student assemblies, poster contests, skits, and other events to honor Red Ribbon Week and National Bullying Prevention Month.
Here are some examples of how NUSD students are reinforcing a drug and bully-free campus.
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Ways to help support your student applying for college
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Let's face it, applying for college can
sometimes
feel like a full-time job. Here is a
video produced by NUSD's Parent University on how you can support your student
when he/she is applying for college. Learn more about the college admissions process, important requirements and deadlines, and how to take a step by step approach to ensure your student is successful.
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Cooking Together for the Holidays
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Grab a friend, your Tupperware, and join Chef Vada for an exciting culinary class through NUSD Adult Education. Students will learn how to prepare traditional and nontraditional holiday recipes from around the world to enjoy and take home to their families just in time for the holidays. Students must be at least 18 years of age since the course is being offered through Adult Education.
Space is limited - sign up today!
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Please 'Like' us on Facebook
and follow us on Twitter & Instagram
Let's work together. We encourage parents and staff to stay up-to-date on district developments. We provide multiple opportunities to learn about NUSD successes, plans and events throughout the school year.
Three key sources are Facebook -- we're listed as "Natomas Unified School District" -- Twitter and Instagram under @NatomasUSD. District and school websites also are a good source of information ranging from lunch menus to parent opportunities. Thanks for taking a look. We're honored to be your partner.
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CONTACT US
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