NES Parent Newsletter 05/11/26

Dear NES Families,

We will continue state testing across all grade levels. Students receiving accommodations will participate in small group testing throughout the week. Please note the following schedule for testing:

• 3rd Grade: Monday, May 11th
• 5th Grade Science: Tuesday May, 12th
• 4th Grade: Wednesday, May 13th
• 5th Grade: Thursday, May 14th

Students will also be taking the iReady Diagnostic this week. It is very important that students arrive at school on time each day, well-rested, and ready to give their maximum effort. Please note that students who check out during the FAST assessment will not be able to return to the assessment. Please plan any appointments accordingly.

This past week brought many exciting opportunities for our students:

• Our 1st grade held their final APTT for the school year along with their Mother's Day Tea. Thank you to all who joined in celebrating Mother's Day!
• Teacher's were celebrated throughout Teacher Appreciation Week with food, flowers, massages, and fun!

Mark your calendars:

• Friday, May 15th: Students in 4th and 5th grade who earned first place for their 4H speeches in their classrooms will compete in the NES 4H speech competition. Winners of this competition will go on to compete in the district competition on May 20th.

Thank you for your continued support!

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! 🌟

Mrs. Jessica Lowe, Principal

Mr. Derek Hickman, Assistant Principal

North Elementary School

May:

5/11: 3rd Grade Math FAST Assessment; 5th Grade FPL Science Day

5/12: 5th Grade Science Assessment

5/13: 4th Grade FAST Math Assessment

5/14: 5th Grade FAST Math Assessment

5/15: NES School 1st place 4H competition

5/18: NES Talent Show 6:00PM-7:00PM

5/19: PBIS Water Day

5/20: 4th Grade Awards/APTT

5/21: 2nd Grade Awards/APTT

5/22: 3rd Grade Awards/APTT

5/26: Kindergarten Graduation/APTT

5/27: 5th Grade EOY Celebration/APTT

5/28: Early Release Day/Last Day for Students

Applications to participate in the District’s controlled open enrollment program shall be accepted beginning on May 1st and ending on May 20th. Applications are available at each school as well as the District Office and must be submitted no later than May 20th. Schools will number the zone waivers, for the purpose of the lottery, as the zone waivers are received at each school.

A few messages from our staff for our PTO Volunteers this week:

"Not sure if they see our newsletter but thank you for showing up each day this week and all you do to make us feel special! 💕"

Thank you for delivering treats and snacks, flowers, setting up, and helping make teacher appreciation week so special for our staff!

Thank you to Caitlyn Hof, Mercedes Widdifield, Rachel Sims, Maggie Wallace, Dr. Christine Bishop, Yanez Taqueria, Baylin's Bakery, Wawa, Cody with Workout Anytime, Pogey's, Liann Whipple, Kim with One Stop Party Shop, Dairy Queen, Chipotle, Sugar and Co., Washington National, Ashton Clark, and Gilbert Family of Companies. Without your donations, hard work, and generosity we could not have made this week possible!

Monday - chicken bites / yogurt

Tuesday - fiestada pizza / grill cheese / pbj

Wednesday- turkey & mash potato / bosco stick / yogurt

Thursday- baked chicken / turkey wedge sandwich / pull apart

Friday - Pizza / chicken patty on a bun

Click below for the NES Student-Parent Handbook. Printed version is available in the front office upon request.

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FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and school officials.

By accessing FortifyFL, students can provide a description of the threat, share pics and videos and optionally submit their contact information.

Click the button above to access the online reporting link.

Systematically and chronically inflicting physical hurt or psychological distress on one or more students or employees. Bullying includes instances of cyberbullying, as defined in Section 1006.147(3)(b), F.S. Bullying may include, but is not limited to, repetitive instances of teasing, social exclusion, threats, intimidation, stalking, physical violence, theft, harassment, public or private humiliation, or destruction of property. If the physical harm or psychological distress is not the result of systematic or chronic behavior, evaluate for Harassment.

SESIR Bullying must include 3 elements: It must be 1) repeated; 2) intentional; and 3) involve a power imbalance.

Examples

• Student uses a cell phone to take a picture of a student using the bathroom at school and shares it electronically.
• Student repeatedly spreads nasty rumors at school about another person.
• Student repeatedly teases another person in a mean way, calling him/her inappropriate names, making fun of his/her appearance, or the way he/she talks, dresses, or acts.

Non-Examples

• Student calls another student an inappropriate name once.

For more information visit: https://www.fldoe.org/safe-schools/sesir-discipline-data/bullying.stml

NES Mission Statement:

Driven by our love for kids and passion for teaching, we provide a safe, structured, and joyful space where every child feels connected, cared for, and empowered to learn. Through collaboration and purposeful planning, we make learning fun, build strong foundations, and prepare students for their futures.

NES Vision Statement:

At NES, every student is known, loved, and empowered in a joyful, trusting community that builds strong foundations for lifelong success.

NES Core Values

Connection • Community • Safety • Growth