NUSD celebrates Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month with release of new Podcast Episode
In celebration of diversity, hear from NUSD Parents Satty Rooprai and Sumiti Mehta in episode 4 of NUSD's podcast where they educate the community about Sikhism in recognition of Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month (Nov. 1-30). To enjoy this episode, click here. You may also listen to it in the iTunes Store, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Podbean app, and the District website.
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Poster/Writing Contest to Celebrate Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month
There's still time for students to participate in NUSD's Poster/Writing Contest to celebrate Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month (Nov. 1-30). We invite students to submit a poster or one-page essay to [email protected] by Monday, Nov. 15, that helps spread awareness and appreciation for the Sikh community and an important fact or facts about Sikh culture. The donated featured prizes include two mini iPads and an Xbox gift card. To learn more, click here.
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Building Our Culture of Resilience |
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Weekly TIP for Building a Culture of Awareness
Please take a moment to read this week's TIP in support of Building a Culture of Resilience.
TIP: When all adults are committed to a safe and caring environment, it increases the chances that children will feel safe asking for help.
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Students develop a love for reading using flashlights
Each week during their regular library visit, each class at Two Rivers Elementary School is invited to bring their flashlights to school and use them to read fiction books during a quiet "lights-out" read-to-self time.
"This activity is a great favorite among our students. Students from TK through 5th grade always cheer when they hear that it is "Flashlight Fiction" week at Two Rivers," explains Mrs. Ripley, librarian at Two Rivers Elementary. The best part of this experience for students is yes to lights off and to find a spot anywhere to read (even under tables!) Here is a look at "Flashlight Fiction" week at Two Rivers.
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Natomas families in need can enjoy free Thanksgiving meal
Joey's Food Locker will offer canned goods and turkeys free to families in need in the Natomas area from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19.
If you know your family will benefit from these contributions, please don't hesitate to stop by Joey's Food Locker between 4-6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19. Joey's Food Locker is located at Natomas High School, 3301 Fong Ranch Road near the tennis courts.
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New hours for Joey's Food Locker effective Nov. 19
Joey's Food Locker will have new hours beginning Nov. 19. The food locker will serve recipients every Friday from 4-5:30 p.m. at Natomas High School (near the tennis courts) located at 3301 Fong Ranch Road. If any families have difficulty with the new hours, they are asked to call Osvaldo Ortiz, community resource and outreach specialist, (916) 870-1659.
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NUSD recognized as Frontline Community COVID Testing Center
The Sacramento County Department of Public Health recognized Natomas Unified School District, among other community agencies, for being a leader in contributing to a healthy Natomas. Through our community efforts, NUSD along with other Sacramento County testing sites has reached a milestone of administering over 200,000 COVID tests.
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Recruiting NUSD Parents for Substitute & Part-time Positions
Natomas Unified is hoping its families can help with serving as substitute staff members in a variety of positions including substitute teachers, playground assistants, instructional aides, and clerical staff members. These are paid positions to help support our students. Human Resources will do its best to place parents/guardians at their student’s school. These are temporary positions that will help our school community. Please view the flyer below or click here for more information.
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Do you know someone who wants to attend NUSD?
Do you know a family member, friend, or acquaintance who wants to attend an NUSD school next year?
Enrollment is now open for any NUSD school for the 2022-23 school year. Parents and guardians can enroll their students on the District website. Requests to transfer from one NUSD school to another next year also are being accepted. Charter schools within NUSD boundaries oversee their own enrollment.
New for the 2022-23 school year: If your child turns five years old between Sept. 2, 2022 and Feb. 2, 2023, you may enroll in Transitional Kindergarten.
For details on how to enroll, click here.
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Ed Center and Service Center Closed to the Public for Thanksgiving Week Holiday
The Education Center and Service Center will be closed to the public from Nov. 22-26. Emergency calls can be placed to the district's after-hours Constituent and Customer Services line, (916) 561-5253. We wish everyone a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving holiday.
The COVID Testing clinic will remain open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23, located at the NUSD Service Center, 1931 Arena Blvd. Although an appointment is not necessary, registration is required to get tested. To register, click here.
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Upcoming Parent Workshops related to Academics and Social-Emotional Support
There's still time to register to attend the following virtual workshops offered by Parent University. Topics/dates include:
Thursday, Nov 18: 'Assessment at an IB World School'
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Please 'Like' us on Facebook
and follow us on Twitter & Instagram
Let's work together. We encourage parents 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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