Navigator News
Family Edition
Dear North Side Families,
As we settle into the new school year, I want to take a moment to point out what makes our school so special.
The culture and climate we have at our school simply would not be where it is without our incredible community: our faculty and staff, students, families, and community partners. Thank you for showing up, supporting our students, and helping make our school a place where kids can thrive.
A special thank you to our families for your continued support with reading at home! In just the first month of school, our students have increased their reading by well over 1,000%. Yes, you read that correctly! What an incredible way to start the year!
I’m also excited to announce that we are launching our Jr Navigator Reading Program this month! Please scroll down to find more information and to fill out a quick form to make sure we don't miss any of our our younger siblings.
In a world that can sometimes feel overwhelming, let’s all remember that people matter. You matter, we matter, and most of all our children matter. We are proud of where we are, excited about where we’re going, and committed to continuing to growth, together. Let’s keep building relationships, supporting one another, and growing together as a community.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community. NS PRIDE!
Chad Moore
Principal, North Side Elementary
Important Dates
September:
September 15: Fall Picture Day
September 18: SHHS Football Players - AM Car & Bus
September 21-25: Spirit Week (details below)
September 24: Writing CP Gr 2-5
September 24: Barberitos Spirit Night 5-9
September 25: NS Pride Day
September 27: Fall Festival 3-5pm
September 28: ELA CP Gr 2-5
September 29: Math CP Gr 2-5
September 30: Science CP Gr 3-5
September 30: AR Goals Due
October:
October 2: AR Party
October 2: SHHS Homecoming Parade
October 5-9: Fall Break
October 14: 1Q Report Cards
October 22: Pop-up Farmer’s Market 3:30-5:00
October 23: NS Pride Day
October 27: SHHS Trick or Treat
October 29: Fall picture retakes
October 29: 5th Grade Performance/PTA/Literacy Night (5:30-7:00)-Community/Culture
This week students are bringing home a Bingo Board with a variety of things to do to support the school and stay updated with events. If your student fills out a row, they’ll win a special sticker (bring it to the Fall Festival or send it in to their teacher). And if they fill out the whole flyer, they get lunch with a teacher!
Please note: the Bingo says Barberitos Spirit Night is 9/15, but it’s actually 9/24! Sorry for any confusion - We’ll see you on 9/24!
Got a question? Email me: jcnorthsidepta@gmail.com
-Tara Swiger, PTA President
Mrs. Kara Conley
Our September Staff Spotlight shines brightly on Mrs. Kara Conley, our Reading & Math Intervention Coordinator!
From assessing student needs and scheduling intervention groups to leading them with excellence, Mrs. Conley works tirelessly to ensure our students get the support they need to succeed. To top it off, she does it all with a smile! From greeting students each morning to the end of the day, she brings positivity, encouragement, and heart to NS.
We could not do the great work we do at NS without you, Mrs. Conley! We are so grateful for all you do for our students and our school. NS PRIDE!
