NES Parent Newsletter 03/09/26

Dear NES Families,

It has been another exciting week of learning and fun across our campus!

Our 4th grade students had a wonderful time on their AgVenture field trip, where they learned so much about Florida agriculture. It was a meaningful, hands-on experience that supported their classroom learning.

We also had a fantastic Read Across America Week! It was great seeing so many students participate with creative crazy hair styles and looking their best for Dress for Success Picture Day. Thank you for helping make the week so special!

This week:

• 3rd grade will attend their field trip to the Science Cox Center this week to support their science instruction. Please make sure your student arrives at school on time so they don’t miss this opportunity.

• The Teddy Bear Fundraiser is Thursday, March 12th. Flyers were sent home yesterday.

• Our PBIS event for the 3rd nine weeks will be held on Friday. Please remember that students who received a referral after Progress Reports or who do not have enough Dunkin Dough are not eligible to attend.

• Friday is NOT an Early Release Day. Dismissal will be at our normal time, 2:50 PM.

As we approach the break, please note:

• Spring Break is March 16th–20th.

• We hope all families enjoy quality time together and some well-deserved relaxation!

• Students return to school on Tuesday, March 24th.

Thank you for your continued support in making our school a wonderful place to learn and grow.

With gratitude and positivity,

March:

3/8: Daylight Saving Time Begins (Change your clocks!)

3/12: Teddy Bear Fundraiser

3/13: Quarter 3 PBIS Mega Bash (for eligible students); End of 3rd 9 weeks

3/16-3/20: No school/Spring Break

3/23: No School/Teacher Plan Day

3/23-3/27: Say Something Week

3/26: SAC Meeting

3/30: OHS Grade Walk at NES; Report Card Day

3/31: Talent Show Tryouts

Monday - cheeseburger / shamrock nuggets / yogurt plate

Tuesday - taco / grilled cheese / Salad / Pbj

Wednesday - Asian chicken / bosco sticks / yogurt plates

Thursday - chicken alfredo / Sandwiches / Pbj

Friday - pizza / chicken patty on a bun / fish sandwich

We now have an online option to pay for these shirts in RevTrak, the link is below.

This is the mockup for the school jerseys similar to our staff shirts that some of you requested for students. These will be sold as pre-orders only, the RevTrak link is below. These DO NOT have a name/number on the back. The cost of these shirts will be $25. If you are paying with cash, the amount must be EXACT CHANGE turned in to the front office. Orders are currently open and we will run the preorder for 2 WEEKS prior to ordering and will reach out once we receive the order.

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