Volume 05........... .October 26, 2021
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We are excited to have you with us and are wishing everyone a healthy and successful 2021-2022 school year. As a reminder, our newsletter is sent out biweekly, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month.
To stay in the know between issues of our newsletter, make sure to follow us on Instagram (@nfcsbulldogs) and add us on Facebook (@newfoundationscharterschool) for additional news and updates throughout the week!
You can always visit our website, which contains all the latest NFCS updates, forms, contact information and more.
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Please read through the important dates and information that was shared in Ms. Glassie's CEO News & Notes email from October 22.
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Our HSA is celebrating our staff's commitment to our school and students this year through a Lucky Duck campaign. Each staff member has a duck with a corresponding number. Each Friday a Lucky Duck is chosen to win a gift certificate. Thank you to our HSA and congratulations to this month's winners:
- Week of 9/27: Ms. Kate Lorino
- Week of 10/4: Ms. Kelly Blumenstock
- Week of 10/11: Ms. Emily McComb
- Week of 10/18: Ms. Megan McCreary
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Important Dates
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10/18 - 11/19 Thanksgiving Food Drive
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10/26 Half Day of School
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10/29 Candles for Credit October Orders Due
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11/1 COVID Vaccination Clinic
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11/1 No School, Staff Professional Development
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11/5 Last Day of Quarter 1
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11/11 Veterans Day, No School
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11/12 HSA Pie Sale Orders Due
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More K-12 News
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Infinite Campus Reminder: Please be sure to update your contact information in Infinite Campus. Didn't get an email about your IC Account? Check your inbox/spam for an email with the subject "User Account Activation." Still nothing? Email icsupport@newfoundations.org. Additional Infinite Campus Resources: NFCS Parent Portal Login // Video Instructions // Picture Instructions
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NFCS Is Here to Help! If you live in a shelter, motel, or even doubled up with other people due to loss of housing for economic hardship, you may qualify for certain rights and protections under the federal McKinney-Vento Act. If you believe you may be eligible, contact Ms. Davenny, School Social Worker, at 215-344-6410 x8 or mdavenny@newfoundations.org to find out what services and supports may be available!
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NFCS is hiring! Help us spread the word by copying and pasting the blurb below on your social media accounts (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram). New Foundations Charter School is excited to announce that we are hiring for the following positions: K-8 Part Time Assistant Teachers, K-8 Long Term Substitute Teacher, HS Long Term Substitute Teacher, HS SPED Long Term Substitute Teacher, and K-12 School Nursing Manager to join our team! If you are interested, please apply here.
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Please read through the important dates and information that was shared in Mrs. Unegbu's News & Notes email from October 15.
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Important Dates
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10/29 Mismatch Day
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10/29 Last Day for Summer Uniform
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11/16 School Picture Retake Day
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More K-8 News
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Student Highlight: Hannah Murangi (3B) was the ONLY student to complete Ms. Tyndall's Summer Reading Challenge! As part of the challenge, Hannah prepared a thoughtful, beautifully written journal and earned herself a celebratory lunch. She selected two friends to join her - Cece N. and Isabella C., also of 3B. Congratulations, Hannah!
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Student Highlight: Congratulations to our 8th grade Bulldogs of the Month:
- Lizi Kavtaradze (8A)
- Maggie Hughes (8B)
- Reese Nally (8C)
- Robert Chisholm (8D)
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School Picture Update: Pictures should be delivered the week of 11/8 (prior to the retake day, which will be on 11/16). Families who purchased their photos online will receive an email with a low-resolution copy of their picture.
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Please read through the important dates and information that was shared in Mrs. Daly's News & Notes email from October 15.
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Last Friday, we hosted an Alumni Career Panel for our seniors. Thank you to our host Avery Sytsma '17, and our panelists Danielle Freeman '17, Amanda Krier '15, Sean McCloskey '14, and Shania Smith '14 for joining us and sharing about your careers.
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Important Dates
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10/28 Dress Down Day
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10/29 Project 4 Foundation Movie Night
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11/5 Student Council Dress Down Day
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11/5 School Picture Retake Day
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11/9-10 Senior Portraits
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11/15-19 Spirit Week
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11/19 Homecoming Dance
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More HS News
- Meet our 2021 - 2022 Student Council members:
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Omar Felix, 12th Grade Class President
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Keira Hamilton, 11th Grade Representative
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Aaliyah Brooks, 11th Grade Representative
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Sarah Khowessa, 10th Grade Representative
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Angel Beard, 10th Grade Representative
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Amy Spahiu, 9th Grade Representative
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Fatima Vilus, 9th Grade Representative
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Ms. Russell’s 3B class tested their skyscrapers ability to withstand an earthquake! Check it out below: |
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Athletics and Activities Corner |
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Our fall athletics are winding down. Our Middle School Cross Country team has been giving it their all this season. Tomorrow, they will be having their final meet of the season, wish them luck!
Winter sports tryouts and practices will begin within the next two weeks for both MS and HS teams. Registration and tryout information will be sent to all students by the end of the week. Please reach out to Mr. Spera if you have any questions.
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Bulldog Spotlight of the Week |
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Adam Purkot
Adam Purkot is an eighth grader at New Foundations. This year is his first year at NFCS, and he is an amazing addition to our community. He is incredibly hard-working in class, and he is kind and caring towards his peers.
Join us in welcoming Adam to our caring school community!
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We want to hear from you!
If you have something you would like to share with our NFCS community, or would like to nominate someone for our Bulldog Spotlight, please fill out a form by clicking below!
Items must be submitted no later than noon on Sunday to be shared in the upcoming issue.
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