Navigator News

What a great start to the school year! Just two weeks in, our students have returned with a strong sense of school pride and are helping us set the culture for excellence in everything we do.

Our students continue to shine in all areas. I’ll have more specifics to share about our 25-26 data in the September newsletter, but I am incredibly proud of the way NS continues to raise the bar in every area.

Thank you for your continued support of our independent reading program. Our students have read more than three times as many books as they had at this point last year! Below, you’ll find more information about our school-wide reading initiative. Let’s just say, I’m looking forward to getting a few pies in the face!

Our faculty and staff work incredibly hard to serve our students, and we continue to be grateful for your partnership and support.

It continues to be an honor to lead this amazing school. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!

Chad Moore

Principal, North Side Elementary

August

• August 3: First Student Day

• August 20: Girl Scout Mtg at 5:30

• August 21: NS Pride

• August 25: Title I Meeting @ 5:00 -- PTA @ 5:15

September

• September 2: 1Q Midterm Reports
• September 7: Labor Day (No School)
• September 15: Fall Picture Day
• September 18: Health Screenings
• September 24: Writing CP 2-5
• September 24: Barberitos Spirit Night 5-9 (3135 Peoples St.)
• September 25: NS Pride
• September 27: Fall Festival 3-5pm
• September 28: ELA CP 2-5
• September 29: Math CP 2-5
• September 30: Science CP 3-5
• September 30: AR Goals Due

Welcome Back, Students & Families!

Welcome to a new school year! I’m so excited to welcome our students and families back to school. I look forward to working with you and supporting your child as they learn, grow, and build confidence throughout the year.

Routines Matter!
The start of a new school year is a great time to establish healthy routines. Consistent bedtimes and morning routines help children arrive at school rested, prepared, and ready to learn.

It’s also important to set limits on video games and screen time. Too much screen time can make it harder for children to wind down at night and may interfere with sleep, focus, and daily routines. Encourage screen-free time before bed and make room for reading, family time, outdoor play, and other activities.

How to Reach Ms. Murphy
If your child or family needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact me by phone at 423-434-5249, email at murphyr@jcschools.org, or through ParentSquare.

Thank you for partnering with me and our school as we work together to help your child have a happy, healthy, and successful school year!

Good news!

The new 26/27 Spirit Shirt just came in! You can order yours here. We'll send it home with your student next week and will send paper order forms if you'd rather pay with cash or check.

We'd love to have you as a member of the PTA, so you can vote on this year's budget and help make North Side a welcoming and fun environment for all of our kids. Join us here: https://northsideelem.givebacks.com/shop?category=10413

Got a question? Email me: jcnorthsidepta@gmail.com

-Tara Swiger, PTA President

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