NES Parent Newsletter 04/13/26

Dear NES Families,

Thank you to all who attended our Kindergarten Round-Up for our new NES Tigers starting next school year! We were excited to meet so many of our incoming students and their families, and we look forward to welcoming them to our school community.

This is also a reminder that our Family STEM Day will take place on Friday, April 24th from 8:15 AM–9:35 AM. Parents must check in through the front office, present a photo ID, and be listed on the student’s Skyward account in order to participate. This is a great opportunity to spend time with your student while engaging in hands-on STEM activities!

Please note that April 24th is an early release day, with dismissal at 11:30 AM. Any transportation changes for your student must be communicated by phone to the front office no later than 11:00 AM.

We are so proud of our Tigers who participated in the District Math Bowl! Thank you for your hard work and for dedicating extra time to practice and prepare for the competition.

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! 🌟

Mrs. Jessica Lowe, Principal

Mr. Derek Hickman, Assistant Principal

North Elementary School

April:

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

4/27-4/30: Quarter 4 PBIS Grade Level Mini Bash (for eligible students)

4/27-4/29: Tutoring Bootcamp 3:15-4:15PM

4/28: School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

May:

5/1: School Lunch Hero Day

5/5-5/8: Teacher Appreciation Week

5/5: 3rd Grade ELA FAST Assessment

5/6: 4th Grade ELA FAST Assessment

5/7: 5th Grade ELA FAST Assessment

5/8: 1st Grade APTT/Mother's Day Tea

5/11: 3rd Grade Math FAST Assessment; 5th Grade FPL Science Day

5/12: 5th Grade Science Assessment

5/13: 4th Grade FAST Math Assessment

5/14: 5th Grade FAST Math Assessment

5/17: NES Talent Show 6:00PM-7:00PM

5/19: PBIS Water Day

5/20: 4th Grade Awards/APTT

5/21: 2nd Grade Awards/APTT

5/22: 3rd Grade Awards/APTT

5/26: Kindergarten Graduation/APTT

5/27: 5th Grade EOY Celebration/APTT

5/28: Early Release Day/Last Day for Students

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.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

This letter is to inform you of an important change in the process for providing breakfast and lunch to students at North Elementary School.

Starting Monday, April 20th, all students will be provided with a unique four digit lunch number that will be used for breakfast and lunch. This number will remain with your child throughout their time in the school system, from elementary school until they graduate high school.

Students will need their lunch numbers to receive both breakfast and lunch. During this transitional phase, students with a backpack will bring home a laminated green card attached to it. Students without a backpack will carry the card home separately. This card will display your child’s name and lunch number.

We strongly encourage you to review these numbers with your children to help them memorize them. This will speed up the process during meal times and ensure a smooth transition for all students.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school and all messages will be referred to Mr. Hickman.

Estimados padres/tutores,

Esta carta es para informarles sobre un cambio importante en el proceso de suministro de desayuno y almuerzo a los estudiantes de la escuela primaria North.

A partir del lunes 20 de abril, todos los estudiantes recibirán un número de almuerzo único de cuatro dígitos que se utilizará para el desayuno y el almuerzo. Este número acompañará a su hijo/a durante toda su trayectoria escolar, desde la primaria hasta su graduación de la preparatoria.

Los estudiantes necesitarán su número de almuerzo para recibir tanto el desayuno como el almuerzo. Durante esta fase de transición, los estudiantes con mochila llevarán a casa una tarjeta verde plastificada. Los estudiantes sin mochila llevarán la tarjeta por separado. Esta tarjeta mostrará el nombre y el número de almuerzo de su hijo/a.

Les recomendamos encarecidamente que repasen estos números con sus hijos para ayudarles a memorizarlos. Esto agilizará el proceso durante las comidas y garantizará una transición sin problemas para todos los alumnos.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en ponerse en contacto con la escuela y todos los mensajes serán remitidos al Sr. Hickman.

Monday- hot dogs / chicken bites / yogurt plate

Tuesday - Fiestada pizza / grill cheese / pbj / salads

Wednesday - bbq chicken on bun / bosco / yogurt plate

Thursday - baked chicken / sandwiches / 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