North Star News
October 9, 2026
Dear North Star Community,
What a fantastic week on campus! A massive thank you to the entire Fall Festival team for hosting such a wonderful event. From fun games and great food to amazing music and a spectacular sunset over the field, it was an unforgettable evening. Fall Festival and Night at North Star are such incredible ways to launch our school year and bring our community together. A deep, heartfelt thank you to both organizing teams for their hard work and dedication!
On Tuesday night, I had the pleasure of attending the districtâs English Reclassification Ceremony, where 10 of our North Star scholars were honored! These students were celebrated for their extraordinary achievement of maintaining their primary language while demonstrating full fluency in English. During his address, Superintendent Dr. Rubalcaba reminded our scholars that their multilingualism is truly their superpower and he couldnât be more right. Please join me in congratulating our newly reclassified scholars on this milestone!
As a reminder, this weekend is a three-day weekend. I hope your family has the opportunity to relax, recharge, and find joy together!
Sincerely,
Erin Kekos
Principal, North Star
PARENT CLUB MEETING
Coffee, News & Conversation
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WHO: All parents & caregiversWHAT: Parent Club Meeting
WHERE: North Star Room 108*
WHEN: 10/16 8:30am
*Check in at the front office
Parent Club meetings are your chance to hear directly from Ms. Kekos! Parent Club meetings always include a Principal's Update and Q&A time, as well as other news on how PTO funds support our scholars and community.
âNew this month: stop by Room 108 at 8:30 for coffee and refreshments and chat with other NSA parents before the meeting!
- 8:30 â 8:45 AM:
Mingle, chat, & enjoy light refreshments
- 8:45 AM Onward:
Campus updates, Parent Club events, & Principalâs report (NSA & RCSD)
AUCTION TIME!
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Planning is officially underway for our annual spring school auction!
Behind the scenes, weâre shaping an unforgettable evening of fun and community celebrationâthough our official theme is strictly top-secret for now.
To bring this night to life, we need a creative and enthusiastic committee:
- Item Procurement: Help source unique experiences, getaways, and local business donations.
- Event Planning, Decor & Atmosphere: Work with the secret theme team to transform the venue. Help us work with the various vendors.
- Event-Night Logistics: Keep the evening running smoothly, from check-in to checkout.
Whether you can take on a specific role or just have an hour here and there to lend a hand, we would love your help. Reach out to auctiondonations@nsaparents.com to join the crew!
DADS CLUB MEETUP
All are welcome!
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WHEN: Thursday, Oct 15th | 7-9pm
WHERE: Blue Oak Brewing, 815 Cherry Lane, San Carlos
WHAT: We'll start at 7pm w/ social hour, and break at 8pm for any announcements, including Night at North Star toasts & any feedback.
Hope to see you there!
đ¸ Contact Brian
THEIR LAST YEARBOOK
8th Grade Tributes
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WHO: 8th Grade Parents
WHAT: Yearbook Tributes
WHEN: Submit before 1/18/27
COST: Free
- 8th grade parents, congratulations on arriving at your scholar's final year as a Gryphon! We're happy to once again offer our traditional free shout-outs and baby photos in the yearbook.
- We know it takes time and emotional work to go through baby photos to pick the right one, so we're giving ample notice that our deadline is MLK day, January 18th.
- Because the layout is quite time consuming and precise, we can't accept ANY entries after this date. Thank you for your understanding.
Your tribute can include any or all of the following. Many families choose just to submit the shout-out or just a baby photo, or any combo. We're flexible!
1. Baby/youth photo
2. Full body big kid photo
3. Shout-out
Already know what you want to do? Don't delay, submit today! For inspiration and submission details, please see here.
FALL PLAY PREVIEW | The Day the Internet Died
A Laugh-Out-Loud Comedy on Surviving the Great Disconnect
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WHAT: Fall Play
WHEN: Nov 6-8
COST: Ticket prices range from $10 - $25
Remember rotary phones, paper encyclopedias, and walking into an actual store to buy things?
Our actors are about to experience the sheer horror of life before Wi-Fi! Join us for The Day the Internet Died, a sharp, hilarious comedy about a town thrown into total chaos when the entire world goes offline for a week. Watching today's students grapple with face-to-face conversation and analog living is comedy gold you won't want to miss.
Bring the whole family. No Wi-Fi connection required!
đ¸ Contact: producers@nsaplay.org
YEARBOOK SALES ARE LIVE
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WHAT: 2026-27 Yearbook 10% Discount
WHEN: Preorder by 10/31
COST: Softcover: $39.71 | Hardcover: $48.44
- We'll have a slightly larger book this year, with 98 pages of friends, fun, spirit days, and all the moments that made this year unforgettable.
- Save 10% by pre-ordering before Halloween.
- Order Online: Buy on TreeRing (Passcode: 1016615448703478)
Hello, North Star Families!
What a fun month of festivities! As a reminder, below are the upcoming events planned by Student Leadership. Here's a fun easter egg. Download the word search puzzle, have fun with it, and send a picture of your completed puzzle to us here by 10/13. You don't need to have it all finished to win. Just the effort is worth an entry! The random winner will receive a Starbuck's gift card. Good luck!
Halloween Dance â Friday, Oct 16 (6:30 PM â 9:00 PM): Calling all middle schoolers! Tickets will be on sale the week October 12â16 at lunch and online for $5 in advance, or $10 cash at the door. Pizza and Kona Ice will be available, so be sure to bring extra money for food!
Teacher Mummification Fundraiser â Wednesday, Oct 21 @ Lunch: Help us wrap teachers in toilet paper to raise funds for upcoming student council activities. Wraps are $1 for three or $3 for ten!
Halloween Rally â Friday, Oct 23: Spooky fun, games, and candy during each gradeâs PE period (Free!).
Boo Grams â Selling Oct 26â28 @ Lunch: Send a sweet surprise to a friend for $3! Treat bags include pencils, candy, slime balls, fake teeth, and mochi toys. Deliveries go out to homerooms on Friday, October 30th.
Reach out to Mr. Perkins with questions!
Have a fantastic weekend,
Zoe, Natalie, Charlotte, Cate
Your Student Leadership & Student Council
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