Newcomb Academy PTSA and NAF News
April 2, 2026
Hey Spartans!
We are quickly approaching the end of another amazing year at Newcomb — but the fun isn’t over just yet!
First, we want to extend a huge thank you to all of the incredible volunteers who poured their creativity, energy, and magical talents into making Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week such a memorable celebration for our amazing staff. Your thoughtfulness and dedication truly made our educators feel valued and celebrated!
We would also like to thank everyone who helped make the Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Golf Classic such a tremendous success! The day was filled with fun, connection, and community spirit, and the Foundation is incredibly grateful to all of the players, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who made the event possible.
SBAC testing continues for a few more weeks, but PTSA is helping keep student spirits high by distributing snacks during middle school nutrition! Don’t forget — there are also exciting gift card incentives and popsicle parties for the classes and students with the best attendance during these important testing weeks.
Looking ahead, the Foundation’s final meeting of the year will take place on May 19, and PTSA’s final Association Meeting will be held on May 26 in the Newcomb Library. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate this year’s accomplishments, reflect on fundraising successes, and begin planning for another fantastic year ahead. All parents and caregivers are welcome! (Childcare will be provided at the PTSA meeting only.)
Thank you for continuing to make Newcomb such a special community.
Go Spartans!
“It takes a village,” and the village here at Newcomb is truly incredible!
Lindsey Canizales and Tina Quitana, two of our current Middle School moms who have been part of the Newcomb community for many years, wanted to create opportunities for parents to connect, have fun, and share in the journey of raising our amazing Spartans together.
A few years ago, they began organizing Parent Nights Out, and since then they have continued creating so many fun, welcoming, and memorable experiences for our families. From Bunco nights at Glory Days, to Paint & Sip events, Trivia at Dempsey’s, and BINGO at Snug Harbor, these evenings have become wonderful opportunities for parents and caregivers to relax, laugh together, and build friendships within our Spartan community.
We are so grateful for the time, heart, and dedication they pour into these events. It has been so special seeing our Newcomb village continue to grow stronger through these nights together.
We love seeing familiar faces at every event and hope to welcome many new ones at the next Parent Night Out!
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, hosted by our PTSA and beautifully coordinated by Mariela Romo and Lezlye Martinez, was truly a magical experience ✨️
From daily treats and thoughtful surprises to heartfelt notes, cheerful signs, and creative door decorations, our staff felt celebrated and appreciated all week long. The festivities culminated in a wonderful luncheon and raffle on Friday, creating the perfect finale to an incredible week of gratitude.
Our Spartans and school community truly showered our teachers and staff with the love and appreciation they so deeply deserve for the magic, care, and dedication they bring to our students every single day throughout the year. Thank you to everyone who helped make this week so special!
Attention all 5th Grade Families!!
Promotional weeks are rapidly approaching, and we NEED your help to make these last two weeks of school something our 5th graders will always remember! Below is a list of all upcoming activities and important dates. Be sure to check out the SignUpGenius as well — we need volunteers for ALL the things ♡
Want to play Long Base? Donate snacks or waters? Help volunteer during events? We would love your support! Every little bit helps make these celebrations extra special for our students.
Check out the SignUpGenius and sign up today!
— Your 5th Grade Promotional Team
Amber DeVeny, Drea Canales, & Melissa Sosa
Greetings Newcomb Families!
We're down to just FOUR WEEKS… and our 8th graders will officially become 9th graders! A.K.A. - HIGH SCHOOLERS!! The "8th Grade Promotions Committee" is working hard to pull out the stops to celebrate our kids' big milestone!
EVENTS SCHEDULE
• 8th Grade Awards Assembly - Friday, June 5, 8AM - 9AM in Newcomb's gym
• 8th Grade Dance - Friday, June 5, 5PM - 7PM in Newcomb's gym
Permission slips coming soon
• 8th Grade Class Party at Dave & Busters - Monday, June 8, 10AM - 2PM
Permission slips coming soon
• FIELD DAY Carnival and Catered Taco Lunch - Wednesday, June 10, 10AM - 1:20PM
• Promotion Day - Thursday, June 11, 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Additional details will be sent by the school
VOLUNTEERS FOR FIELD DAY
Wednesday, June 10, we need 20 "VIP Certified" adults to help with Carnival Games and fun activities - staged in the grassy field at school.
• Set-Up 8AM - 10AM• Games/Activities/Lunch 10AM - 1:20PM• Tear Down 1:20PM - 2:00PM
Email John at johnangelo0107@gmail.com if you'd like to volunteer.
Note: onsite volunteers must be "VIP Certified" - click here for details on VIPs.
RESOURCES
As part of Field Day, we're staging a wide variety of games and activities. We're looking for resources to add more large-scale games. Do you have a pop-up canopy? A giant game of some sort? A carnival booth? A carnival game? Access to fun, small prizes?
Contact Je'nelle at jenellehughlett@yahoo.com
Let's all bring whatever we can to the party and send our 8th graders out in style!
Your Promotions Team
Sandra Hege (Cristian)
Je'Nelle Houghlett (Donovan)
Lindsey Canizales (Diego & Gavin)
Christina Pearce (Kaitlyn)
Maean Wakashige (Alyssa)
Marlene Abdouch (Delainey)
Patti Cheshire (Morgan)
Joelle Quixano (Sara)
Sandi Moak (Dylan)
John Angelo (Amélie)
