Our Vision
All NUSD students graduate as college and career ready, productive, responsible, and engaged global citizens
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Upcoming Events
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October 7: 'Becoming a Love and Logic Parent' Workshop
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October 13: Secondary Showcase Night
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October 14: NUSD Regular Board Meeting
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Spotlight Features
- COVID Safety Procedures & More
- NUSD Saves Taxpayers Millions
- Partnership with Sac State for Admissions Application Support
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COVID Safety Procedures Guide and School Site Plans
We invite all families to review the NUSD COVID Safety Procedures Guide and School Site Plans based on State and County Public Health guidance. There is also a video from each school principal explaining some of the safety protocols and procedures when students/staff are on campus. You can view your school’s plan and video in your school’s Digital Backpack.
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Superintendent Message on In-Person Cohorts and Next Steps to Transitional Return
Natomas Families and Staff,
Last Wednesday, Natomas Unified and the Natomas Teachers Association came to an agreement to create opportunities for in-person small group cohorts. The first cohorts will be all voluntary and supplemental to Distance Learning. Teachers can volunteer to teach small cohorts of students in-person after the school day. Groups will follow the state guidelines and would be no larger than 14 students in a group. This supplemental support will primarily support those students for whom Distance Learning is not working. A recent survey of families, students and staff had strong agreement that Distance Learning is not the best learning environment for about one-third of our students. However, all three groups had differing opinions on comfortable levels for a transitional return.
Click here to read the full article, including data from the Early Check-In Survey.
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Natomas Unified Invests in Students, the Community and Saves Taxpayers Millions
Driving around Natomas lately, we hope you can see the continued progress we’re making on several of our construction projects. Natomas Unified School District is utilizing low-interest rates and building during this pandemic to save money from future construction cost increases. We are building great learning environments for our students while making sure high-quality schools also continue to keep home values high in Natomas.
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Virtual Tutoring and Wellness Center
The Virtual Tutoring and Wellness Center is now open and available to support your student. Take advantage of NUSD's Virtual Tutoring and Wellness for help on assignments, answers to health-related issues, and workshops for parents and students.
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Immunization Reminder for Students
Immunizations are still required for school even in distance learning. Please ensure your student's records are up to date now so your student may return to the classroom when we are able to return to campus.
Schedule an appointment
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NUSD partners with Sac State for Admissions Application Support
In support of our vision that "All NUSD students graduate college and career ready, productive, responsible, and engaged global citizens," we are partnering with Sacramento State University to help students with their college applications. Presentations will begin on Tuesday, October 13, from 3-4 p.m. Application workshops will begin Thursday, October 15, from 3-4:30 p.m.
Click on the link below to access the Presentation Sessions!
Click on the link below to access the Workshop Sessions!
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COVID-19 Testing Available to Public
COVID-19 Community Testing on Tuesdays, now through December. Sign-up in advance for a speedy check-in! Walk-ins accepted.
Tuesdays, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
[Lunch break: Noon - 1 p.m.]
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'Becoming a Love and Logic Parent'
The Virtual Tutoring and Wellness Center and Parent University will be offering a six-week virtual parenting program starting today (Oct. 7) entitled "Becoming a Love and Logic Parent." We encourage parents to take advantage of the resources and support provided to aid in the sometimes difficult parenting process. A child's educational success truly begins at home. If you haven't done so already, please sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4ea9af2da3fdc43-love.
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New Parent and Family Workshops provided by Delta Prevention
Join us this fall to make this a time to increase family bonding, develop better communication skills and have FUN together! Strengthening Families is not a parenting class, it's a fun, family skill building series that parents and their kids do TOGETHER! For the first hour each week, parents join a class and the kids join a separate class. Then, for the second hour, everyone is together playing games, doing activities and PRACTICING SKILLS!
Join us each Thursday evening in October as we explore the five essential actions you can use as a parent or caregiver to help your child grow up well! Each week we will dive into one action and corresponding action steps that contribute to young people developing a group of key character strengths. Classes will be held on Zoom from 7-8 pm each week and will include practical tips and ideas for strengthening your relationships!
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October is National Bullying Prevention Month
In an effort to stop bullying, and create a community that is kinder, more accepting, and more inclusive, we invite students grades K-12 to submit a 60-second PSA that will help spread their message about how each of us (individually or as a group) can prevent/end bullying in a kind, nonviolent manner.
Contest details, including rules and prizes, can be viewed by clicking here.
In addition, NUSD's Bullying Prevention Steering Committee wants families to be aware of the resources available within the NUSD Bullying Prevention Manual and bi-monthly newsletter shown below.
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Get Your Body Moving for Walktober
Walktober is back with even more ways to participate. Join the Jibe Student Challenge to track your walking and biking trips, challenge friends, complete your Walktober Passport, and earn prizes. Complete 9 challenges to unlock letters for your Walktober Passport. Once you’ve unlocked all of your letters, unscramble them to uncover the mystery word. You can submit stories, poems, or essays about walking and biking to The Write Way. Participate in any or all of the opportunities and have a happy Walktober!
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All Dressed Up for Hispanic Heritage Month
NUSD continues to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing pictures of students embracing their diversity and culture.
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Turn Sacramento Orange by Halloween
In order for Sacramento County to make Orange Tier 3 in four weeks – the County is requesting that every person living, working and playing in Sacramento County do their part.
- Continue to wear a face covering when in public
- Continue to observe social distancing guidelines
- Maintain good hygiene
- Do not gather with non-household members indoors
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Suicide Prevention Month Resources for Students and Families
September was Suicide Prevention Month. NUSD wants to ensure parents and primary caregivers are aware of the prevalence of suicide and attempts among youth, the warning signs, how to respond when they recognize their child or another youth is at risk, and where to turn for help in the community when a crisis occurs.
To learn more about suicide prevention and to explore digital resources, click here.
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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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