National School Counseling Week
Happy National School Counseling Week to our amazing Counselors! We honor them this week and all year long for the
tremendous impact they make in helping students achieve school success and planning for college and careers.
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Get Ready 11th-Graders -- the SAT is one month away
Each year, more and more Natomas graduates go to college, and we're doing our part by offering the SAT, free of charge during the school day to 11th-graders at Inderkum, Natomas and Discovery high schools, and Leroy Greene Academy. Scoring high on the SAT can make a big difference in getting accepted to a favorite college and qualifying for scholarships. So 11th-graders should start preparing now to take the test on March 4th. Free SAT practice tools are available online from the Khan Academy and College Board.
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What Makes American Lakes So Unique
American Lakes School is a special place. Hear from Principal Tom Dickinson, some of the school's teachers, and a long-time student and parent describe what makes the school unique and a special place to be. From the integration of STEM, to the strong bond of the community, learn why they wouldn't want to be any other place.
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Special Night for the Natomas High School Wrestling Team
Overcoming tremendous adversity, NHS Wrestling Team member Andrew Esquivel has an inspirational night during a match against Cordova High School.
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Job Fair for classified staff on Feb. 13
NUSD will hold a Job Fair next week to recruit staff for numerous classified positions, ranging from bus attendants, bus drivers, custodians, food service personnel, instructional assistants, and substitutes.
If you are a committed, collaborative, caring and exemplary employee, please plan to attend our Classified Employee Job Fair from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, February 13th, in NUSD's Staff Development Center at 1931 Arena Blvd. Applicants should bring their resumes and be ready to interview on the spot.
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High School Students: Apply now for 'Closing the Digital Divide' Scholarship Program
To encourage and empower children to realize their full potential, Board President Lisa Kaplan and her husband, B.G.
Heiland are proud to present the Kaplan4kids "Closing the Digital Divide" scholarship to outstanding students
overcoming adversity who are currently enrolled at Leroy Greene Academy, Natomas High School, Inderkum High
School, or Discovery High School. Foster youth, homeless, and those who demonstrate financial need are strongly
encouraged to apply. Completed applications must be received by March 16, 2020 (4:30 p.m.) to be eligible or
postmarked by March 13th.
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School News
Visit NUSD school websites and follow our schools on social media for news on programs, accolades, events and more!
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Posted by Principal Jason Manviller to Twitter: Congratulations to Justice and Alexa - Vice Principals for the day working hard at H. Allen Hight Elementary
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Posted by Principal Dan Motherspaw to Twitter: Accepted at Oregon. Go Ducks!
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Early Bird Registration extended for Natomas 5K event
Early Bird Registration for the Natomas 5K has been extended to Feb. 28, so you can save money by signing up now at Natomas5k.org.
This nonprofit community event, which raises money for college scholarships and student Chromebook grants, will be held April 25th at Inderkum High.
The Natomas Schools Foundation organizes this annual 5K to bring the community together for fun, exercise, and to raise funds for the benefit of students in all NUSD schools, charter and non-charter. Hundreds of runners and walkers participated last year. The foundation also is looking for sponsors.
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NUSD Schools celebrate the Great Kindness Challenge
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NUSD Makes Good Strides at Getting Students Connected to School
When students are connected to their schools, they are more likely to have an enjoyable school experience. This is one of the reasons "creating safe, and welcoming learning environments where students attend and are connected to their schools" is one of NUSD's five goals. Explore how NUSD student-athletes and musicians are excelling because of their connectedness.
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Check out Natomas Unified's Podcast
NUSD is committed to communicating and engaging with parents, staff, and the general community. Listen to a variety of episodes featuring Superintendent Chris Evans and special guests on topics that support student success.
Who knows - you might just hear someone you know!
Click here
to listen. You can also obtain it through the Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, Spotify, iHeart Radio app, Podbean app.
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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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