NES Parent Newsletter 04/06/26

Dear NES Families,

Our 4th grade students recently had an incredible opportunity to learn about the rich history of Okeechobee. With the guidance of Magi Cable and Dowling Watford, students visited several important local landmarks, including the Livestock Market, the historic schoolhouse and museum, the log cabin, Lake Okeechobee, City Hall, and the courthouse. It was a meaningful, hands-on experience that truly brought history to life!

We loved seeing so many families participate in the Math Carnival on Wednesday night. We had a little "extra" excitement and fun getting to witness Artemis II take off! Thank you to all who attended!

We are also excited to celebrate Assistant Principal Week April 6-10 as we continue welcome Mr. Hickman, our new assistant principal. If you see him around campus, be sure to share a smile, a high five, and a big thank you for all he does for our school community!

In addition, students have been working hard preparing for the upcoming Battle of the Books competition on April 10th. We are proud of their dedication and look forward to seeing their efforts shine on competition day.

Please remember there is no school tomorrow, April 3, in observance of the holiday. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful three-day weekend!

Have a blessed weekend!

Mrs. Jessica Lowe

Principal

North Elementary School

April:

4/6: 3rd - 5th grade Awards

4/6-4/10: National Assistant Principal’s Week

4/10: Battle of the Books Competition

4/13-4/15: Tutoring Bootcamp 3:15-4:15PM

4/15: Kindergarten Roundup

4/16: 2nd Grade field trip

4/17: Math Bowl Competition

4/20-4/22: Tutoring Bootcamp 3:15-4:15PM

4/21: 4H Meeting after school

4/23: 4H Field Trip

4/24: Family STEM Day/Early Release Day

Applications to participate in the District’s controlled open enrollment program shall be accepted beginning on May 1st and ending on May 20th. Applications are available at each school as well as the District Office and must be submitted no later than May 20th. Schools will number the zone waivers, for the purpose of the lottery, as the zone waivers are received at each school.

Thank you for attending our math carnival on April 1st! We were excited to have fun with math practice and view the shuttle launch with you! Congratulations to our raffle winners!

Monday - cheeseburger / chicken bites / yogurt plate

Tuesday - Taco / grilled cheese / Salad / Pbj

Wednesday - Tangerine chicken / bosco sticks / yogurt plates

Thursday - Alfredo / ham & cheese / chef / Pbj

Friday - Pizza / chicken patty on bun / fish Sandwich

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