Leroy Greene Academy Students' Artwork on Display at Crocker Art Museum
Congratulations to the talented Leroy Greene Academy students' artwork that is on display at the Crocker Art Museum for Youth Art Month, a state-wide program presented by the California Art Education Association. We are proud of our budding artists! Support our students by visiting the museum. Their artwork will be on display at the museum until March 27.
Evelyn - 11th Grade
RJ - 12th Grade
Marcelle - 10th Grade
Alex - 12th Grade
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Career and Technical Education Month in full swing!
Over the next few weeks in celebration of Career and Technical Education Month, we will be highlighting each of the CTE pathways that we offer. With over 10 pathways across the district, we are preparing our students for options in higher education and high-wage, high-skill, in-demand careers. See what students are saying about the two pathways featured below, and don't forget to tune in and celebrate with us on our Facebook and Twitter pages!
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Hospitality Pathway at Discovery High School |
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Digital Media Pathway at Natomas High School |
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Witter Ranch 4/5th Grade Girls Bring the Energy in First Basketball Game of the Season
Wednesday was a special day for 4th/5th grade girls at Witter Ranch Elementary School as they traveled to Bannon Creek to play their first game of the season. When the season began in early January, there were not enough girls to play and no coach. A few girls joined the boys team but ultimately, the girls were determined to have their own team. Recruitment for more girls began and so did finding a coach! We are thrilled to say that they now have their own team and coach! Special thanks to Teacher Merry Del Rosario for stepping in to make this happen for the girls! We are proud to say that there was great energy and joy in their first game!
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Introducing Ariel Bailey - An IHS Tiger With Vocals to Make the Natomas Community Proud
If you missed this article about this former Heron Flyer and current Tiger of Inderkum High School that was shared with our community earlier this week, keep reading. It's an example of the talented youth that we have in the Natomas community.
Read the full article about Bailey in our latest Student Spotlight as she continues to grow as a singer and powerhouse on the basketball court. We are so proud of this former Heron Flyer and Inderkum Tiger!
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Five Student-Athletes Sign Letters of Intent at College Commitment Ceremony
At a special outdoor event held with families on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, five Inderkum High School student-athletes made commitments to play collegiate sports at select universities during the College Commitment Ceremony. Below is a list of the top student-athletes who signed letters of intent. Congratulations to these Inderkum student-athletes and their families!
Amani, Eastern Washington, Football
Jeremiah, Iowa Wesleyan, Football
Christan, Dakota State University, Football
Vincent, Lewis and Clark, Football
Jacob, Knox College, Baseball
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Heron Flyers Spread Kindness to Hospitalized Patients
Students at Heron School have been busy making homemade cards with heartfelt messages for children who will be spending Valentine's Day in the hospital. Cards were delivered yesterday to Kaiser Permanente. Way to go, Flyers!
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Parents/Guardians -- we need your feedback on potential science curriculum
We would like to gather your feedback regarding our Science Curriculum Adoption process. Please visit this website to review your student's grade level science materials and provide feedback as to what instructional material would be the best fit for your student. Your voice is essential for our instructional materials adoption process.
On the website, there are also sign up opportunities for meetings with NUSD staff to have your voice heard and to answer any questions that you might have. In the meantime, please reach out to [email protected] with any other questions.
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Building Our Culture of Resilience |
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NUSD Counselors honored with thank-you and sweet treats for 'National School Counseling Week'
It's "National School Counseling Week," a week dedicated to our incredible counselors who work behind the scenes to keep our students on track for college and career. Our counselors were nothing but smiles today when they received a special delivery of chocolate-covered strawberries and apple cider prepared with love by our Nutrition Services team. Thank you, NUSD Counselors, for your dedicated service to Natomas families!
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Meet Natomas Unified's Classified Employees of the Year for 2022
Eight outstanding individuals were recognized at the Board meeting on Wednesday night as Classified Employees of the Year. The honorees were nominated by their colleagues for the positive impact they have made to the overall program and culture of their site or department and for exemplifying the District's Core Belief that staff must be committed, collaborative, caring and exemplary.
A special congratulations to two of the nominees, Raheim Hamilton and Rosemarie De Alba, for being selected District Classified Employees of the Year. Their names will be forwarded to the Sacramento County Office of Education for the countywide Classified Employee of the Year Program. Watch the surprises unfold below and feel free to read more about our honorees by clicking here.
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Celebrating Black History Month with a Delicious Soul Food Meal Demonstration
In celebration of Black History Month, we hope you enjoy this cooking demonstration that features Food Services Team Leader Anna Liggins as she teaches our community some history of soul food and how to prepare soulful braised mixed greens accompanied with tender roasted chicken. Feel free to cook this meal for yourself and your family tonight or over the weekend. Enjoy!
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Sunlight shines bright on new mural painted by IHS BSU in honor of Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month, Inderkum High School's Black Student Union with the help of the school's Street Team came together in creating this beautiful mural that features an inspirational quote from Amanda Gorman "If we merge mercy with might, and might with right, then love becomes our legacy." The sunlight shines bright on the mural which is displayed on "The Book," located on Del Paso Road near Inderkum High School.
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Meet Children's Author of Layla the Lawyer
Children’s Author Brittany Armstrong Whittington will join us live at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, February 22 via Zoom to read excerpts from her book, Layla the Lawyer, and talk to children about how their natural traits and gifts can help to determine their future careers. Autographed signed books will be given as prizes, so be sure to reserve you and your child’s space here.
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Virtual Tutoring available for NUSD Students
Did you know Parent University offers tutoring? If your student's math class is making their head spin or writers block is keeping them up late, visit the Parent University website at www.natomaparentuniversity.com to schedule a virtual session with one of our tutors. Tutoring is free and available to students in multiple subjects and languages.
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Vaccination clinics in February and March
Urgent Care Now Natomas is hosting two Pfizer-only vaccine clinics for 5 to 11-year-olds, booster shots (for eligible patients), and any individual who is interested in the COVID vaccine. Details are as follows:
Friday, February 18, 2022 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Urgent Care Now Natomas, 1931 Arena Blvd.
Register at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/ucnncovidvax021822
Friday, March 11, 2022 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Urgent Care Now Natomas, 1931 Arena Blvd.
Register at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/ucnncovidvax031122
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Support Joey's Food Locker when you shop at FoodMaxx
We are thrilled to announce that the Savemart Company selected Joey's Food Locker for its Give Back Bag Program! From February 15 through March 31, purchase a $2.99 Give Back Bag at our local FoodMaxx, and FoodMaxx will donate $1 to Joey's Food Locker for every bag purchased.
Joey's Food Locker serves families in need every Friday from 4-5:30 p.m. It is located at Natomas High School, 3301 Fong Ranch Road (near the tennis courts). For questions, contact Osvaldo Ortiz at (916) 870-1659 or [email protected].
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Parent University Workshops held in February
February is packed with workshops aimed to support your student's mental health and academic success. Topics/dates are as follows:
Tuesday, Feb. 15: Trauma-Informed Practices
Tuesday, Feb. 15 - May 3: Strengthening Families (English session)
Thursday, Feb. 17 - May 5: Strengthening Families (Spanish session)
Thursday, Feb. 22 - Meet Children's Author of Layla the Lawyer
Tuesday, Feb. 22: Restorative Justice
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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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