Dear Newland Elementary School Families,

I hope this message finds you well as we embrace the beautiful autumn season and continue our exciting journey of learning and growth at Newland. October has arrived, and with it comes a host of exciting opportunities for our students, staff, and parents. I wanted to take a moment to share some important updates and highlights from our school community.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences will be held on October 19, 2023. This is a valuable opportunity for you to meet with your child's teacher to discuss their progress, ask questions, and set goals for the remainder of the semester. We believe that open communication between home and school is essential for your child's success, so we encourage all parents to participate.

Fall Festivities

October wouldn't be complete without some fall fun! Stay tuned for details on our Fall Festival, which promises to be a day filled with games, food, and plenty of autumn-themed activities for everyone to enjoy. We can't wait to see our students in their Halloween costumes during our annual costume parade as well!

Stay Connected

Remember, our school's success is built on a strong partnership between our educators and our families. Please stay connected with us through our school website, newsletters, and our social media channels to stay informed about upcoming events, important updates, and to celebrate our students' accomplishments.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We are excited about the month ahead and look forward to working together to make October a fantastic and productive month of learning and fun!

Warm regards,

~Ms. Presnell

Oct. 2~Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Council Meeting, 3:30-4:30, Central Services

Oct. 3~Fall Pictures

Oct. 3~Superintendent’s Staff Advisory Council Meeting, 3:30-4:30, Central Services

Oct. 5~Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council Meeting, 3:30-4:30, Central Services

Oct. 6~Early Release Day for Staff Professional Development

Oct.10~End 1st Nine Week Grading Period; Regular Monthly Meeting of the ACBOE, 6:00pm

Oct. 13~Fall Festival 5:00-8:00

Oct. 19~Parent/Teacher Conferences~No School

Did you know NEWLAND ELEMENTARY School receives financial assistance from the Federal Government because we are a Title 1 School?

What is Title 1?

Title I is a federal program that provides financial assistance through State educational agencies (SEAs) to local educational agencies (LEAs) and public schools with high numbers or percentages of low-income children to help ensure that all children meet challenging State academic content and student academic achievement standards.

LEAs target the Title I funds they receive to schools with the highest percentages of children from low-income families. Schools enrolling at least 40 percent of students from low-income families are eligible to use Title I funds for school wide programs that serve all children in the school. All elementary and middle schools in Avery County Schools receive Title 1 funds and have school wide programs, which means all students within the schools are served.

Both school wide and targeted assistance programs must be based on effective means of improving student achievement and include strategies to support parental involvement.

What do Title I programs offer?

• Title I programs generally offer:
• Smaller classes or special instructional spaces
• Additional teachers and aides
• Opportunities for professional development for school staff
• Extra time for teaching Title I students the skills they need
• A variety of supplementary teaching methods
• An individualized program for students
• Additional teaching materials which supplement a student’s regular instruction

Finally, Title I schools:

• Identify the students at their school who need the most educational assistance based on the criteria that school has chosen. Students do NOT have to be from low-income families to receive Title I services.
• Set goals for improving the skills of educationally disadvantaged students at their school.
• Measure student progress to determine the success of the Title I program for each student.
• Develop programs for each individual student in order to support/supplement regular classroom instruction.

How can I get involved?

Complete the Free and Reduced Lunch Form online or get a copy from Newland Elementary. It is important that you do these every year and/or anytime during the year when a change occurs in your household that may affect your qualification status.

If you still feel like you are missing out on anything, please call me (733-4911 ext. 2501) or email me (tamarapresnell@averyschools.net) anytime!

Thank you for your continued support,

~Ms. Presnell

Our educators celebrate each student's strengths, tailoring instruction to their needs. We promote respect, open dialogue, and student expression, fostering learning from one another. Through collaboration, our students develop empathy, cultural competence, and the ability to thrive in a diverse world.

Our vision is to create an educational experience that prepares our students not only for academic success but also for a future where they can confidently navigate challenges, embrace opportunities, and make meaningful differences in their lives and the lives of others.