McNair Eagles News

I want to take a moment to recognize and celebrate an important accomplishment for our McNair community. McNair has earned the Silver Implementation Award from California PBIS!

This recognition is a reflection of the intentional work we have done to build a positive, supportive, and respectful school culture through our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). It represents more than simply implementing a program—it reflects our collective commitment to creating an environment where students feel supported, understand expectations, and have the opportunity to thrive.

I want to extend my sincere appreciation to our McNair PBIS Team for their leadership, dedication, and continued efforts to make PBIS an integral part of our school culture. Most importantly, I want to recognize our students. Their commitment to following our PBIS and SOAR Matrix and their daily efforts to demonstrate our expectations are a critical part of this achievement.

This award belongs to all of us. It is a reflection of the work we do together as a school community and the high expectations we have for ourselves and for our students.

Congratulations, McNair! This is an accomplishment we should be proud of, and an exciting reminder of what we can achieve when we work together with purpose and commitment.

Have a wonderful week!

Mrs. Nicole Vertar, M. Ed.

Principal

Ronald E. McNair High School

Monday, September 7, 2026---No School---Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 8, 2026---Black Wall Street Family Game Night---5:00-7:30 in the McNair Cafeteria

Wednesday, September 16, 2026---Fall Concert---6:30 in the Theater

Wednesday, September 23, 2026---LTA Open House---5:00-7:00 at Lincoln Tech Academy

Thursday, September 24, 2026---Finals Periods 1 and 2---12:45 Dismissal (Lunch served until 1:15)

Friday, September 25, 2026---Finals Periods 3 and 4---12:45 Dismissal (Lunch served until 1:15)

Monday, September 28 AND Wednesday, September 30---Senior Portrait Make-Ups on Campus by appointment only---9:00 AM-4:00 PM

Monday, September 28-Friday, October 9---Fall Break---The front office will be closed.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026---PSAT Administration

Wednesday, November 18---Senior Class Photo During Homeroom

Please email vmenezes@lodiusd.org to reserve a seat for the presentation listed below.

Stanislaus State University

Presentation & Application Workshop

September 11th 4th Period—Library

If your student is working with an expired work permit, please have them come to the Career Center to renew their permit.

Students looking for service hours can come to the Career Center or look on the bulletin board outside the center for upcoming events. Community service logs are available in the Career Center.

Reminder-please check your grade level Google classroom and listen to morning announcements for important information.

🍂🎶 You’re Invited to Our McNair Fall Concert! 🎶🍂

Get ready for an evening filled with music, energy, and school spirit! We’re excited to showcase the incredible talents of our McNair Choirs, Orchestra, and Bands as they take the stage for our Fall Concert.

📅 Wednesday, September 16th
📍 Mamie Starr Theater at McNair
⏰ 6:30 PM
🎟️ Admission is FREE! Donations are gratefully accepted.

Bring your family and friends and come celebrate our talented McNair musicians. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎵🍁

📢 Family Game Night Invitation

Dear McNair Families,

We are excited to invite you to our Black Wall Street Family Game Night on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the McNair High School Cafeteria. This fun and engaging evening will provide families an opportunity to learn about the history and importance of Black Wall Street, explore business and money management concepts, and enjoy playing the Black Wall Street Board Game together. A light dinner will be served, and We want to see your entire Family come to have a good time.

We hope you will join us for an evening of learning, connection, and fun for the whole family!

Event Details

• Date: September 8, 2026
• Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
• Location: McNair High School Cafeteria
• Light dinner provided

PSAT signups are now open for 9th through 11th graders. This is the Practice SAT and it is recommended for students who are wanting to go directly to a 4-year college or university after high school. For our Juniors, this test is a qualifier for the National Merit Scholarship. The test is FREE for all LUSD students and it will take place on October 21st. Students need to sign up by September 18.

To sign up, please use the google form below. It is also in the "class of ____" google classroom. Students will need to be signed into their lodiusd.org account to access the form.

https://forms.gle/PFaT3z8wRhVcmZdJ8

Thank you to those of you who donated blood at our First Blood Drive of the school year. With your help, we were able to save lives. Our next Blood Drive will be Friday, December 4, 2026.

You are invited to attend the upcoming Community Advisory Committee meeting hosted by the Student Services/SELPA Department.

Topic: Special Education 101

Presenter: Kelsey Dibner, Program Specialist

When: Monday, September 14, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Microsoft Teams

Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone by clicking the link below:

Join the meeting now

If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Student Services/SELPA Department at (209) 331-7061. We look forward to your participation.

Join us on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for an evening to explore our programs, meet our staff, and learn more about the opportunities available to our students and community.

We would love to see you there and hope you can join us!

Families, please take a few minutes to complete Online Data Confirmation (ODC). Completing ODC ensures that your child’s school has current contact information and all required annual forms for the school year.

To complete ODC:

1. Go to the Aeries Parent & Student Portal and log in. If you do not have a log in, please follow the prompts to create an account. If you need assistance with this, please call our school's office.
   
   
2. Once logged in, if you have not completed the ODC a pink banner will appear across the top of your screen prompting you to complete the process. Follow the prompts and select "Finish and Submit" to finalize the data confirmation.

If you need clarity on the above steps, or would like to see screenshots, please view this document or call our school's office.

Every completed confirmation helps our school stay connected with families and better equips us to support students. Thank you for partnering with us and helping us start the year strong!

Please see the flyers below for information on our before and after school program.

Yearbooks are currently available for pre-order. Yearbooks will be shipped and distributed in May of 2027. Yearbooks will cost $65.00, plus tax. From 8/1/26 to 10/31/26, all orders will automatically receive 10% off their order. This is the only discount offered for the entire school year, so please make your purchases before October 31st to receive your discount.

https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1017400658142575

We are excited to offer four opportunities to attend a Cash for College Night! These events are designed to help seniors and their families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA).

Please take advantage of one of these opportunities to receive support and get your questions answered as you complete the financial aid application process. If you have any questions, please reach out to the College and Career Technician at your school.

We hope to see you there!

Phones down, heads up. Creating connections in the classroom.

As we settle back into the routines of school, please help us remind your children that their phones should be put away during school. During school hours, campuses are a "no phone zone" and students will be expected to keep their phones off and put away.

This initiative is designed to support a more focused learning environment while encouraging real, in-person connection outside of the digital world. For more information and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit www.lodiusd.net/be-present.

We want to inform you about the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a free, 24/7 helpline for anyone in emotional distress or facing a mental health crisis. If you or your child ever need support, simply call or text 988 or call 1-800-273-8255 to connect with trained professionals who can help.

This is an important resource for your family’s well-being. Please save this number.