February 2026 Newsletter

A Monthly Newsletter: February 2026
Join The Club!
🎨Art Club
Art Club meets weekly on Thursdays starting February 19, giving students a creative space to explore different art styles and techniques.
When: Thursdays (Weekly)
Time: 3:30–4:30 PM
Where: Room 203
Who can join: All students are welcome!
Questions: Contact Ms. Rodriguez
🕺Dance/Cheer Club
Dance/Cheer Club is currently on a short break and will resume meetings on March 3.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
Who can join: All students are welcome!
Questions: Contact Ms. Mujica
🎬Film Club
Film Club is back this semester! This after-school club introduces students to a variety of films, genres, and directors while encouraging discussion and critical thinking about storytelling and filmmaking.
When: 2nd & last Friday of each month
Time: 3:30–5:30 PM
Where: Room 407
Each meeting features a curated film followed by an informal discussion. Popcorn and snacks are usually provided through fundraising and parent donations.
Who can join: All students—no prior film experience needed!
Questions or forms: Contact Mr. Gonzalez at cgonzalez@newdimensionshs.com
🙋Interact Club
Interact Club meets twice a month and focuses on service, leadership, and community involvement.
When: 1st & 3rd Friday of each month
Time: 3:30–4:30 PM
Where: Auditorium
Extra: Activities usually take place on Saturdays.
Who can join: All students are welcome!
Questions: Contact Mr. Timmerman
Support Our Classes! 🤩⭐
Chocolate for a Cause!🍫
All of Mr. Friberg's classes are participating in a fundraiser with The World's Finest Chocolate.
Chocolate bars are $2 each, and all proceeds will help fund their end-of-year trips to SeaWorld and Universal Studios.
Thank you for supporting our students!
💌Spread the Love!
The National Honor Society will be selling Candy-Grams throughout the month of February.
Stop by and see Ms. Finlay in Room 405 to purchase one and send a special message to your friends!
Classroom Spotlights! 🤓
College Visit
Our 11th grade students recently visited the University of Central Florida with Ms. Pavon, where they explored campus life and learned more about college opportunities.
⚡🧬Enzymes at Work🧬⚡
Students in Ms. Arguelles' Biology class conducted a hands-on lab exploring how enzymes react under different conditions. Through observation and experimentation, students analyzed enzyme activity and strengthened their understanding of key biological processes, while building collaboration and scientific thinking skills.
Events You Don't Want To Miss!
Student-Led Conferences
Please join NDHS staff along with your student to gain insight on what your student has
working on this semester. Students and their families will be able to visit classrooms
where the students will provide an update on their academic progress.
Date: Thursday, February 12 th
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 PM
Location: NDHS Classrooms – 4900 Old Pleasant Hill Road, Kissimmee, FL, 34759
Conferencias Dirigidas Por Estudiantes
Por favor, únete al personal de NDHS junto con tu estudiante para obtener una visión
sobre en qué está trabajando este semestre. Los estudiantes y sus familias podrán visitar
aulas donde los estudiantes ofrecerán actualizaciones sobre su progreso académico.
Fecha: Jueves, 12 de febrero
Hora: 4:30 – 6:00 pm
Ubicación: Aulas NDHS – 4900 Old Pleasant Hill Road, Kissimmee, FL, 34759
Sports
🏐Girls Volleyball
Girls Volleyball competes during the 2026–2027 season, building teamwork, discipline, and school pride.
Season: July 27, 2026 – October 8, 2026
Coach: Coach Gilmore
Questions: Contact Coach Gilmore at gilmore@newdimensionshs.com
Student Spotlight!🐯
Grace Bogin
Teacher Spotlight!🍎🐯
Mrs. Sosa
Pet of the Month! 🐶🐱
Chloe
Important Dates
Testing, Tutoring Dates and Progress Reports
Feb. 6th
PERT Testing
Feb. 9th - 13th
STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES
Feb. 12th
RODEO DAY (NO SCHOOL)
Feb. 20th
WIDA ACCESS TEST FOR ELL's
Feb. 23rd - Feb. 27th
ELA Tutoring
Mondays and Wednesdays with Ms. Anderson (Room 205) from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
HW Help
Tuesdays and Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
More Information
Title I Family Engagement Reminder
Title I families are invited to participate in important surveys for the 2026–2027 school year, including:
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Parent & Family Engagement Plan (PFEP)
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Title I Compact
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Comprehensive Needs Assessment Survey
Please scan the QR codes in this newsletter to complete the surveys. All parents and stakeholders are encouraged to participate before the February SAC meeting, where feedback and results will be reviewed.
Your input is valuable and helps guide school planning and family engagement efforts. Thank you for your continued support!
Recordatorio de Participación Familiar – Título I
Las familias de Título I están invitadas a participar en encuestas importantes para el año escolar 2026–2027, incluyendo:
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Plan de Participación Familiar (PFEP)
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Convenio de Título I
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Encuesta de Evaluación Integral de Necesidades
Por favor escanee los códigos QR en este boletín para completar las encuestas. Se invita a todos los padres y miembros de la comunidad a participar antes de la reunión del SAC de febrero, donde se revisarán los comentarios y resultados.
Su opinión es muy importante y ayuda a guiar la planificación escolar y la participación familiar. ¡Gracias por su apoyo continuo!