All-Star News
October 23, 2026
We are thrilled to share that Adams Elementary has been recognized by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP) as a 2026 Honor Roll School! ❤️🖤⭐ The ERP Honor Roll recognizes schools demonstrating strong academic achievement, continued improvement, and a commitment to closing achievement gaps. This recognition is based on California assessment results from Spring 2024 through Spring 2026. At Adams, this achievement reflects the incredible work happening in our classrooms every day! From purposeful instruction and data-driven collaboration to the dedication our teachers and staff bring to helping every student succeed, our All-Stars continue to shine. 🌟 We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful to our amazing staff and families who partner with us in this important work. This recognition celebrates not just a test score, but our collective commitment to academic excellence, growth, and opportunity for every All-Star! Way to shine, Adams All-Stars! The best is yet to come! ❤️⭐🖤
Calling All Veterans
Adams Elementary is proud to host our annual Veterans Day Celebration on Friday, November 6 at 8:15am.
We would be honored to have you, a friend or family member veteran join us.
We want to recognize our veteran’s service and inspire students with stories of courage and dedication.
Your presence makes this tradition truly meaningful!
Please contact Dr. Erven (jerven@nmusd.us) by November 4th.
Family Communication: Listening So Kids Will Talk
Good communication helps children feel loved, heard, and understood. When parents listen with patience and kindness, children feel more comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings.
Simple Tips for Parents:
Listen: Give your child your full attention without interrupting.
Validate Feelings: Say, "I understand why you feel that way."
Ask Questions: Try, "What was the best part of your day?"
Listen Before Solving: Sometimes children just need someone to hear them.
Connect Daily: Make time to talk during meals, car rides, or bedtime.
Try This at Home!
Spend 10 minutes each day talking with your child without distractions. Let them lead the conversation.
Remember: When children feel heard, they build trust, confidence, and stronger relationships.
Sometimes the best thing we can say is, "I'm listening. Tell me more."
Click below to find out what is on the menu this month!
Papa Johns Pizza every Thursday! 🍕🍕
For more information visit our Nutrition Webpage: https://nmusdnutrition.com/index.php?sid=1008152208200351&page=menus&sm=9&sy=2025#clicktoscroll
Our PTA group page is your go-to spot for everything Adams PTA — membership, spirit wear, event sign-ups, and more, all in one place.
Bookmark my.cheddarup.com/me/adamsptacostamesa for anytime you need to join, pay, sign up, or check what's coming up.
Attendance is very important to a child’s success in school. Students are expected to be here each day on time and ready to learn. However, we understand that there are occasions where an absence may occur. Please be sure to contact the absence hotline to report all absences at (714) 424-7935 and press 2.
Did you know? Research shows that chronically absent students (students with 10% absences over the school year = 18 absences) are less likely to read on grade level by 3rd grade, are more likely to score lower on standardized tests, get suspended in middle school, and are at least four times more likely to not complete high school.
🔴Volunteers must complete required MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING🔴
We are happy to welcome volunteers to our campus. Volunteering is a perfect opportunity to become more familiar with our school and support your child’s teacher. Volunteer applications for the 2026-27 school year are now available.
What’s new?
Senate Bill 848 expands Mandated Reporter obligations to include volunteers. (This includes field trip chaperones.)
What does this mean?
The Mandated Reporter training will be issued to returning and new volunteers this year and on an annual basis.
What to expect?
For returning volunteers:
Notifications will be sent by our District Volunteer Coordinator, Sydney Stravolo, to eligible volunteers with instructions on completing their clearance requirements for the upcoming school year. These instructions will include guidance on how to complete the new Mandated Reporter training.
For new volunteers:
Instructions on completing their clearance requirements can be found on our Volunteer Information webpage: https://web.nmusd.us/volunteers.
Adams volunteers are required to complete a volunteer application through the NMUSD website and check in at the office each time through our Raptor System. Please see the link: NMUSD Volunteers.
Once your application is approved, you will receive a notification. All cleared volunteers will then complete an orientation at Adams. Please note that field trip volunteers need to go through the volunteer/visitor system before attending a field trip.
Newport Mesa’s transportation department is located at 2985-D Bear Street and can be reached via telephone at 714-424-5084. Transportation can provide you with information regarding applications and schedules. Bus riders enter campus via the sidewalk leading to our front gate.
