Hello Parents:
This will be a short but busy week at school. As you will see below, college-related activities are starting in earnest. Encourage your student to sit in on a few college visits but don’t lose sleep if s/he opts out at this point. Just like learning to walk and talk, each student will figure out how to approach post graduation in his own time. As parents we can encourage and advise but, ultimately, our student has to be ready to investigate the options. One parent asked me to drop her from my email distribution because her son has left Newport to attend UW … as a 16-year-old. On the other end of the spectrum, my 2010 graduate visited the college he’s now attending in November of his Senior year. It’s never too early and (almost) never too late to go through the process. Inhale … exhale.
Spirit Week – September 7-10
Class Sweats
ASPEN Sponsors SAT Practice Test – September 11 – Register Today!
Grad Knight 2011 Fundraisers
ASPEN Sponsors Recycling Event
Counselors Corner – College Visits
Important Dates
Fall Activities Assembly
Do You Know These Students?
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Spirit Week
Tuesday – Twin Tuesday (dress up with a friend in same clothes)
Wednesday – “Wacky” Wednesday
Thursday – Color Wars (Juniors wear BLUE)
Friday – Red & Gold Day - Fall Activities Recognition Assembly! See schedule below.
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Class Sweats
This week ASB students will take orders for sweats during lunch on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Samples should be available.
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ASPEN Sponsors SAT Practice Test
When: Test is on Saturday, September 11 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Score giveback is on Tuesday, September 14, from 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Where: Test will take place at NHS. Room assignments when student arrives.
Giveback will take place in the NHS Commons
Cost: $20 payable to ASB Accountant, make checks payable to Newport High School
Deadline: Registration Deadline is September 9
This is a great opportunity for our students to get a practice test under their belts before taking the real thing. Deadline is approaching! Students may pay the day of the test but they must sign up prior to that. Last-minute on-site sign up if space available. Students may turn in registration forms to the accountant. If students can’t make the giveback date, the tests will be in the counseling center.
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Grad Knight 2011 Fundraisers
Newport Shores Garage Sale: Saturday, September 11, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, 16 Lopez Key
Homecoming Tailgate Party: Join us for a BBQ in the courtyard before the Homecoming game vs. Redmond on October 15. Drop off reservation forms in the office no later than Wednesday, October 6. Contact Dena Fantle: fantle@comcast.net
Poinsettia and Wreath Sales: Exceptional quality poinsettia and wreaths from Squawk Mountain Nursery. Drop off order forms in the office by October 30. Contact Janice Pelo: janicepelo@comcast.net
All of the information and forms are available at www.newportptsa.org/Class2011. Please be generous with these fundraisers – our class will take on these events next year and we will hope for support from the other classes.
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ASPEN Sponsors Recycling Event
Saturday, September 11 at Newport High School from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm through local non-profit 1GreenPlanet, an organization that collects old appliances, furniture, etc. and recycles them in an eco-friendly manner for a small donation. ASPEN will accept donations. Minimum donation is $10 for small items and $20 for many items.
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Counselors CornerCollege Visitation Schedule
September
…12th The Sisters (Barnard/Bryn Mawr/Mount Holyoke/Smith/Wellesley)/Bush School 2:00
...14th Case Western University (2:30 pm)
…14th Duke University (2:30 pm)
…17th Occidental University (1st Lunch)
…20th Claremont McKenna College (1st Lunch)
…21st University of Puget Sound (1st Lunch)
…21st Princeton University (2:30 pm)
…22nd University of the Pacific (12:30 pm)
…23rd California Institute of Technology (1st Lunch)
…23rd Bates College (2nd Lunch)
…23rd University of Southern California (2:30 pm)
…24th Scripps College (1st Lunch)
October
….5th New York University (2nd Lunch)
….7th Seattle University (2:30 pm)
…12th Carnegie Mellon (2nd Lunch)
…14th Lehigh University (2nd Lunch)
…15th Westmont College (2nd Lunch, assembly schedule)
…15th Washington University at St. Louis (2:30 pm)
…18th Harvy Mudd College (both lunches)
…18th Yale University (1st Lunch)
…19th Linfield College (2:30 pm)
…21st University of Portland (2:30 pm)
…21st Arizona State (2:30 pm)
…22nd Wesleyan University (2nd Lunch)
…22nd U. of San Francisco (both lunches)
November
….4th Swarthmore College (2:30 pm)
…18th University of Oregon (2:30 pm)
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Important Dates
September 7-10 - Spirit Week
September 8 - Picture Make-Up Day 12:40 pm
September 10 – Fall Activities Assembly
September 23 – Grade-Level Presentations 6:15 pm, Open House 7:00 pm
September 29 - PTSA Meeting 7:00 pm, Library
October 8 - Professional Day, NO SCHOOL
October 13 - Super Wednesday (PSAT/PLAN)
October 15 - Homecoming BBQ
October 15 - Homecoming Game vs Redmond 7:00 pm
October 16 - Homecoming Dance 9:00 pm
November 11, 12 - Veterans Day/Professional Day, NO SCHOOL
November 12, 13, 14 - Ski Swap
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FALL ACTIVITIES RECOGNITION AND WELCOME BACK ASSEMBLY – September 10, 2010
Period 1 7:30 − 8:10 40 Min.
Period 2 8:15 − 9:00 45 Min.
Period 3 9:05 − 9:45 40 Min.
Period 4 9:50 − 10:30 40 Min.
Period 5a 10:35 − 11:15 40 Min.
1st Lunch 10:35 − 11:05 30 Min.
Period 5b 11:10 − 11:50 40 Min.
2nd Lunch 11:20 − 11:50 30 Min.
Period 6 11:55 − 12:35 40 Min.
Period 7 12:40 − 1:20 40 Min.
Welcome Back/Fall Sports Assembly
1:30
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2:30
60 Min.
Tutorial 2:30 − 3:00 30 Min.
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Do You Know These Students?
It’s an ongoing effort to keep up with my email distribution list. Students come and go, email addresses no longer work, etc. Please take a look at these names. If your child knows any of these students from school, sports, activities, or social circles, please ask them to contact me if they want to receive my emails. As we work through this school year, I would like to reduce this list as much as possible. Next year my emails will contain a lot of important information about graduation and related activities and it would be ideal to reach as much of the class as possible. Thanks in advance for your assistance with this effort.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Hello Parents:
Let’s jump into the new school year with this news ….
Principal’s Letter
Junior Sweats – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Disco Dance
Picture Retakes
Communications
Open House/Classroom Bucks
Homecoming Tailgate Party
ASPEN News
Girls Swim and Dive Team Fundraiser
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Principal’s Letter
Please take a moment to read the attached letter from Newport Principal Heidi Fiore. All students will pick up their official schedules in the Commons when they arrive on Monday in order to be admitted to class. If there are any issues with a schedule, your student needs to attend classes as scheduled and go to the counseling center to make an appointment with their counselor. The counselor will call your student out of class to deal with the schedule problem.
Drop off all forms in the office and payments can be made with the accountant this week if your student missed the check-in days
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Junior Sweats – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Junior Class officers will accept orders for junior sweats during lunches the second week of school. The students will do the hard work but we need some parents who can come in to school to oversee the transactions. If you are available to work any of the following day/time segments, please respond directly to me or to Van Onishi at onishiv@bsd405.org or 425-456-7489.
Tuesday, September 7: 11:15-12:40 (1st lunch is 11:15-11:45 and 2nd lunch is 12:10-12:40)
Thursday, September 9: 10:45-12:55 (1st lunch is 10:45-11:15 and 2nd lunch is 12:25-12:55)
Friday, September 10: 11:15-12:40 (1st lunch is 11:15-11:45 and 2nd lunch is 12:10-12:40
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Disco Dance
The first dance of the year is Friday, September 3 from 9:00 pm to midnight, following the home football game against Interlake. Students need to buy their tickets this week.
• Tickets will be sold Tuesday, August 31 (both lunches); Wednesday, September 1 (after school); and Thursday, September 2 (both lunches and after school). No sales on Friday.
• Tickets are $5 w/o ASB and $4 with ASB.
• Guest passes for students not attending Newport - The deadline to turn in the completed form is the Wednesday, before the dance, at 3:15. No exceptions! Completed Guest Passes due Wednesday, September 1 by 3:15 - no exceptions.
• Remember, if your student does not attend school on Friday, he/she will not be admitted to the dance, even if he/she has purchased a ticket.
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Picture Retakes & Picture ID
Anyone who missed pictures on Check In Day needs to go to the Commons on Wednesday, September 8, after 12:40. This is your student’s last chance to get a photo ASB card.
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Communications
Daily Bulletin: You can receive the Daily Bulletin as a daily email. To receive the daily emails send a note to suppesj@bsd405.org
PTSA Knightline News: If you are not receiving an e-blast from Newport's PTSA, please go to http://www.newportptsa.org. Check out the "My Newport" section. Contact newportptsa@cfmm.com if you have any questions.
Class of 2012 Emails: If you know of another Class of 2012 family that does not receive my emails, please share my address and ask them to contact me so I can have the most updated email list possible.
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Open House/Classroom Bucks
This event is on Thursday, September 23. There will be class meetings at 6:15, then you get to visit your student’s teachers starting at 7:00. During the evening, we will collect money for our annual “Classroom Bucks” fundraiser, which is all given to our wonderful teachers in the form of grants. Please give generously. Virtually every sort of booster wear, booster gear, and booster food will be on display and available for purchase on Open House night. Remember your check book.
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Homecoming Tailgate Party
Join us for a BBQ in the courtyard before the Homecoming game vs. Redmond on October 15. Reservation forms can be dropped off in the office no later than Wednesday, October 6. Contact Dena Fantle fantle@comcast.net
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ASPEN News
Recycling event: Saturday, September 11 at Newport High School from 9:00-3:00 through local non-profit 1GreenPlanet, an organization that collects old appliances, furniture, etc. and recycles them in an eco-friendly manner for a small donation. Aspen will accept donations. Minimum donation is $10 for small items and $20 for many items.
Kaplan SAT Practice Test: Saturday, September 11 8:30-1:00 at Newport High School. $20 re-registered. Register by September 9.
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Newport Girls Swim & Dive Booster Club Event
California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser. Eat at CPK anytime during the weekend of Sep 10 - 12th, present our coupon when placing your order and they will donate 20% of the meals bought to our team. Coupons will be available in the office or you can contact us at nhsgirlsswive@gmail.com.
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Important Dates
August 30 - School starts
September 3 - Disco Dance
September 6 – Labor Day - No School
September 7-10 - Spirit Week
September 8 - Picture Make up Day
September 23 - Open House
September 29 - PTSA Meeting (Library)
October 8 - No School Professional Day
October 15 - Homecoming Game vs Redmond
October 16 - Homecoming Dance
Let’s jump into the new school year with this news ….
Principal’s Letter
Junior Sweats – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Disco Dance
Picture Retakes
Communications
Open House/Classroom Bucks
Homecoming Tailgate Party
ASPEN News
Girls Swim and Dive Team Fundraiser
Important Dates------------------------------------------------------------------------
Principal’s Letter
Please take a moment to read the attached letter from Newport Principal Heidi Fiore. All students will pick up their official schedules in the Commons when they arrive on Monday in order to be admitted to class. If there are any issues with a schedule, your student needs to attend classes as scheduled and go to the counseling center to make an appointment with their counselor. The counselor will call your student out of class to deal with the schedule problem.
Drop off all forms in the office and payments can be made with the accountant this week if your student missed the check-in days
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Junior Sweats – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Junior Class officers will accept orders for junior sweats during lunches the second week of school. The students will do the hard work but we need some parents who can come in to school to oversee the transactions. If you are available to work any of the following day/time segments, please respond directly to me or to Van Onishi at onishiv@bsd405.org or 425-456-7489.
Tuesday, September 7: 11:15-12:40 (1st lunch is 11:15-11:45 and 2nd lunch is 12:10-12:40)
Thursday, September 9: 10:45-12:55 (1st lunch is 10:45-11:15 and 2nd lunch is 12:25-12:55)
Friday, September 10: 11:15-12:40 (1st lunch is 11:15-11:45 and 2nd lunch is 12:10-12:40
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Disco Dance
The first dance of the year is Friday, September 3 from 9:00 pm to midnight, following the home football game against Interlake. Students need to buy their tickets this week.
• Tickets will be sold Tuesday, August 31 (both lunches); Wednesday, September 1 (after school); and Thursday, September 2 (both lunches and after school). No sales on Friday.
• Tickets are $5 w/o ASB and $4 with ASB.
• Guest passes for students not attending Newport - The deadline to turn in the completed form is the Wednesday, before the dance, at 3:15. No exceptions! Completed Guest Passes due Wednesday, September 1 by 3:15 - no exceptions.
• Remember, if your student does not attend school on Friday, he/she will not be admitted to the dance, even if he/she has purchased a ticket.
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Picture Retakes & Picture ID
Anyone who missed pictures on Check In Day needs to go to the Commons on Wednesday, September 8, after 12:40. This is your student’s last chance to get a photo ASB card.
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Communications
Daily Bulletin: You can receive the Daily Bulletin as a daily email. To receive the daily emails send a note to suppesj@bsd405.org
PTSA Knightline News: If you are not receiving an e-blast from Newport's PTSA, please go to http://www.newportptsa.org. Check out the "My Newport" section. Contact newportptsa@cfmm.com if you have any questions.
Class of 2012 Emails: If you know of another Class of 2012 family that does not receive my emails, please share my address and ask them to contact me so I can have the most updated email list possible.
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Open House/Classroom Bucks
This event is on Thursday, September 23. There will be class meetings at 6:15, then you get to visit your student’s teachers starting at 7:00. During the evening, we will collect money for our annual “Classroom Bucks” fundraiser, which is all given to our wonderful teachers in the form of grants. Please give generously. Virtually every sort of booster wear, booster gear, and booster food will be on display and available for purchase on Open House night. Remember your check book.
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Homecoming Tailgate Party
Join us for a BBQ in the courtyard before the Homecoming game vs. Redmond on October 15. Reservation forms can be dropped off in the office no later than Wednesday, October 6. Contact Dena Fantle fantle@comcast.net
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ASPEN News
Recycling event: Saturday, September 11 at Newport High School from 9:00-3:00 through local non-profit 1GreenPlanet, an organization that collects old appliances, furniture, etc. and recycles them in an eco-friendly manner for a small donation. Aspen will accept donations. Minimum donation is $10 for small items and $20 for many items.
Kaplan SAT Practice Test: Saturday, September 11 8:30-1:00 at Newport High School. $20 re-registered. Register by September 9.
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Newport Girls Swim & Dive Booster Club Event
California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser. Eat at CPK anytime during the weekend of Sep 10 - 12th, present our coupon when placing your order and they will donate 20% of the meals bought to our team. Coupons will be available in the office or you can contact us at nhsgirlsswive@gmail.com.
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Important Dates
August 30 - School starts
September 3 - Disco Dance
September 6 – Labor Day - No School
September 7-10 - Spirit Week
September 8 - Picture Make up Day
September 23 - Open House
September 29 - PTSA Meeting (Library)
October 8 - No School Professional Day
October 15 - Homecoming Game vs Redmond
October 16 - Homecoming Dance
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Hello Junior Parents:
It seems like just yesterday that I was answering a lot of questions about check-in day for our freshmen. You received your student’s 2010-2011 check-in packet within the last week and nobody has emailed me. What? No questions?! Or is it that nobody has actually opened the envelopes yet to look at the paperwork? Well, here are some highlights of what you will find.
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CHECK-IN DAY
Check-In Day for juniors is Wednesday, August 18,starting at 10:00 am. Please follow the arrival times listed in the packet.
**** More Volunteers Needed for Check-In Days ****
August 18 – 7:45 am - 10:00 am (Seniors); 9:45 am - 1:00 pm (Juniors) and August 19 – 7:45 am - 10:00 am (Sophomores), 9:45 am - 1:00 pm (Freshmen). Volunteers receive training to help make student locker assignments, distribute METRO or parking passes, hand out gym shirts (freshman only), and distribute schedules. Prefer volunteers who can work the entire shift. Please indicate what times you are available. Students are welcome as runners. Contact: Tira Villanueva tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com or send an email directly to me if you are able to help.
Unable to Attend
If your student can’t attend Check In, there will be volunteers at lunch during the first week to issue bus passes and assign lockers. Fees and Fines can be paid at any time after August 16 to the Accountant. September 8 will be picture makeup day where students can get an ASB/ID card. Your student can get on the parking waiting list any time after August 18 in the Main Office.
Lockers
If your student wants a locker partner, try to go through Check In together. If they can’t, have the first person tell the volunteers that there will be a partner, and to reserve that spot. The partner must register his/her name in person, by September 3, during Check In, or through the Main Office. Single lockers will be assigned partners starting September 8. You cannot sign up another person for a locker.
Fines
Your student will not be able to play fall sports, purchase ASB, or receive a parking permit if a fine is not resolved. Your student can pay the fine prior to Check-In Day between 10:00 am and noon or between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm M-F in the accountant's office or on Check-In Day.
Student Profile
Release of Information about student: for privacy reasons, many parents check N to the question “Should directory information be released as explained above?” Please read this paragraph carefully. It means that…..
• The family won’t be in the directory (unless they fill out the directory form and opt back in).
• The student’s name won’t appear on the honor roll or any other published list of student achievement.
Just wanted to help you make sure you picked the option you intended here. If you have specific questions, the Registrar, Shelby Dawes, 456-7521, would be a good person to ask.
Yearbook
If your student wants a yearbook, be sure to purchase one now – don’t wait until June.
PTSA Information
Communication has been consolidated online www.newportptsa.org. Please fill out the goldenrod form for the Parent/Student directory and Knightline e-newsletter email updates. Please join the Newport PTSA with a single membership of $15 or family membership of $20. And there are manyvolunteer opportunities with the PTSA!
Parking
Please read the policy and instructions thoroughly! Parking permits are $100. Fines must be paid prior to purchasing a parking permit. Proof of insurance and valid driver's license are required. Students and parents must read, complete, sign, and date the parking application. If your student can’t attend Check-In, parents may come in and take care of parking permits with ID and all the other student required documents at the scheduled time only. The same rules apply for parents and students.
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ASPEN Fundraiser
Newport’s ASPEN Program is proud to sponsor a recycling event at Newport High School on September 11 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
This is your opportunity to recycle for FREE* such items as computers, electronics, appliances, scrap metal, etc.
*ASPEN gladly accepts donations. Minimum suggested donations are $10 for a small amount of items or $20 for many items. All proceeds go to Lifelong AIDS Alliance and the Seattle AIDS Walk.
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Dates to Remember
August 18 – Junior Check-In Day
August 30 – First Day of School: Students pick up FINAL schedule at posted locations
September 6 – Labor Day: No School
September 8 – Picture make-up day
September 10 – Deadline for ordering Junior Sweats
September 11 – ASPEN Fundraiser
September 23 – Grade-Level Presentations/Open House/Classroom Bucks Fundraiser
October 8 – Professional Day: No School
October 15 – Homecoming Game
October 16 – Homecoming Dance
November 11 – Veterans’ Day: No School
November 12 – Professional Day: No School
It seems like just yesterday that I was answering a lot of questions about check-in day for our freshmen. You received your student’s 2010-2011 check-in packet within the last week and nobody has emailed me. What? No questions?! Or is it that nobody has actually opened the envelopes yet to look at the paperwork? Well, here are some highlights of what you will find.
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CHECK-IN DAY
Check-In Day for juniors is Wednesday, August 18,starting at 10:00 am. Please follow the arrival times listed in the packet.
**** More Volunteers Needed for Check-In Days ****
August 18 – 7:45 am - 10:00 am (Seniors); 9:45 am - 1:00 pm (Juniors) and August 19 – 7:45 am - 10:00 am (Sophomores), 9:45 am - 1:00 pm (Freshmen). Volunteers receive training to help make student locker assignments, distribute METRO or parking passes, hand out gym shirts (freshman only), and distribute schedules. Prefer volunteers who can work the entire shift. Please indicate what times you are available. Students are welcome as runners. Contact: Tira Villanueva tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com or send an email directly to me if you are able to help.
Unable to Attend
If your student can’t attend Check In, there will be volunteers at lunch during the first week to issue bus passes and assign lockers. Fees and Fines can be paid at any time after August 16 to the Accountant. September 8 will be picture makeup day where students can get an ASB/ID card. Your student can get on the parking waiting list any time after August 18 in the Main Office.
Lockers
If your student wants a locker partner, try to go through Check In together. If they can’t, have the first person tell the volunteers that there will be a partner, and to reserve that spot. The partner must register his/her name in person, by September 3, during Check In, or through the Main Office. Single lockers will be assigned partners starting September 8. You cannot sign up another person for a locker.
Fines
Your student will not be able to play fall sports, purchase ASB, or receive a parking permit if a fine is not resolved. Your student can pay the fine prior to Check-In Day between 10:00 am and noon or between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm M-F in the accountant's office or on Check-In Day.
Student Profile
Release of Information about student: for privacy reasons, many parents check N to the question “Should directory information be released as explained above?” Please read this paragraph carefully. It means that…..
• The family won’t be in the directory (unless they fill out the directory form and opt back in).
• The student’s name won’t appear on the honor roll or any other published list of student achievement.
Just wanted to help you make sure you picked the option you intended here. If you have specific questions, the Registrar, Shelby Dawes, 456-7521, would be a good person to ask.
Yearbook
If your student wants a yearbook, be sure to purchase one now – don’t wait until June.
PTSA Information
Communication has been consolidated online www.newportptsa.org. Please fill out the goldenrod form for the Parent/Student directory and Knightline e-newsletter email updates. Please join the Newport PTSA with a single membership of $15 or family membership of $20. And there are manyvolunteer opportunities with the PTSA!
Parking
Please read the policy and instructions thoroughly! Parking permits are $100. Fines must be paid prior to purchasing a parking permit. Proof of insurance and valid driver's license are required. Students and parents must read, complete, sign, and date the parking application. If your student can’t attend Check-In, parents may come in and take care of parking permits with ID and all the other student required documents at the scheduled time only. The same rules apply for parents and students.
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ASPEN Fundraiser
Newport’s ASPEN Program is proud to sponsor a recycling event at Newport High School on September 11 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
This is your opportunity to recycle for FREE* such items as computers, electronics, appliances, scrap metal, etc.
*ASPEN gladly accepts donations. Minimum suggested donations are $10 for a small amount of items or $20 for many items. All proceeds go to Lifelong AIDS Alliance and the Seattle AIDS Walk.
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Dates to Remember
August 18 – Junior Check-In Day
August 30 – First Day of School: Students pick up FINAL schedule at posted locations
September 6 – Labor Day: No School
September 8 – Picture make-up day
September 10 – Deadline for ordering Junior Sweats
September 11 – ASPEN Fundraiser
September 23 – Grade-Level Presentations/Open House/Classroom Bucks Fundraiser
October 8 – Professional Day: No School
October 15 – Homecoming Game
October 16 – Homecoming Dance
November 11 – Veterans’ Day: No School
November 12 – Professional Day: No School
Friday, September 4, 2009
Hello Sophomore Parents:
Our students have successfully navigated their first week of sophomore year. To help with the second week and beyond, consider this news …
Spirit Week
Welcome Back/Fall Sports Assembly
All-School Play
Sophomore Class Sweats
Computer Passwords
Peer Tutors
Calendar
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Spirit Week
Tuesday is Pajama Day
Wednesday is Wacky Wednesday
Thursday is White-out Day
Friday is Red & Gold Day
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Welcome Back/ Fall Sports Assembly
There will be an assembly next Friday, September 11.
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All-School Play
Try-outs for the comedy, “You Can’t Take it With You,” are September 16 and 17 from 3:15 pm until 5:15 pm in the Drama Room (1207). Your student should plan to attend both days of try-outs. Try-out information is located outside the ASB Secretary’s Office. If you would like to check out a script or have any questions, see Mr. Richards.
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Sophomore Class Sweats
Students will be able to look at apparel samples and turn in order forms during both lunches next week. The Sophomore Class faculty advisor, Van Onishi, will be on hand with a class representative during first lunch. He is looking for parent volunteers to attend second lunch to assist the students. An adult must be present so please volunteer to make sure that students at second lunch have a chance to see the clothing samples. The time commitment is very brief:
Tuesday, September 8 from 12:10 pm to 12:40 pm;
Thursday, September 10 from 12:25 pm to 12:55 pm; and/or
Friday, September 11 from 11:20 am to 11:50 am.
If you can help at any or all of these lunches, please respond this weekend to me or Mr. Onishi (onishiv@bsd405.org). Thanks for your assistance!
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Computer Passwords
Students need to update their computer password by Friday, September 12. All passwords were reset over the summer. Passwords can be changed before school, during lunch, and after school in the Library.
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Peer Tutors Needed for Newport’s Peer Tutoring Program
Newport has a Peer Tutoring Program! We need more tutor volunteers – especially in the areas of science, math, and world language. Students who want to be a Peer Tutor can find applications in the counseling office. Peer Tutors are volunteers who want to help their peers and gain valuable experience in how to teach, clarify, and communicate. Peer Tutors will receive community service hours for their efforts.
Students who need extra assistance in a specific class may request a tutor by turning in a Peer Tutor Request Form, available in the counseling office. If you have any questions about the program, contact Ms. Klug at klugk@bsd405.org or 425-456-7451.
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Calendar
September 9 Picture Make-Up Day, 12:30 pm
September 11 Class Sweats Orders Due
September 12 Class of 2010 Fundraiser – Newport Shores Garage Sale, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, 23 Newport Key
September 23 PTSA Meeting, 7:00 pm, Newport High School Library
September 24 Back-to-School Night at Newport
October 16 Homecoming Football Game vs. Eastlake
October 17 Homecoming Dance
Our students have successfully navigated their first week of sophomore year. To help with the second week and beyond, consider this news …
Spirit Week
Welcome Back/Fall Sports Assembly
All-School Play
Sophomore Class Sweats
Computer Passwords
Peer Tutors
Calendar
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Spirit Week
Tuesday is Pajama Day
Wednesday is Wacky Wednesday
Thursday is White-out Day
Friday is Red & Gold Day
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Welcome Back/ Fall Sports Assembly
There will be an assembly next Friday, September 11.
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All-School Play
Try-outs for the comedy, “You Can’t Take it With You,” are September 16 and 17 from 3:15 pm until 5:15 pm in the Drama Room (1207). Your student should plan to attend both days of try-outs. Try-out information is located outside the ASB Secretary’s Office. If you would like to check out a script or have any questions, see Mr. Richards.
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Sophomore Class Sweats
Students will be able to look at apparel samples and turn in order forms during both lunches next week. The Sophomore Class faculty advisor, Van Onishi, will be on hand with a class representative during first lunch. He is looking for parent volunteers to attend second lunch to assist the students. An adult must be present so please volunteer to make sure that students at second lunch have a chance to see the clothing samples. The time commitment is very brief:
Tuesday, September 8 from 12:10 pm to 12:40 pm;
Thursday, September 10 from 12:25 pm to 12:55 pm; and/or
Friday, September 11 from 11:20 am to 11:50 am.
If you can help at any or all of these lunches, please respond this weekend to me or Mr. Onishi (onishiv@bsd405.org). Thanks for your assistance!
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Computer Passwords
Students need to update their computer password by Friday, September 12. All passwords were reset over the summer. Passwords can be changed before school, during lunch, and after school in the Library.
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Peer Tutors Needed for Newport’s Peer Tutoring Program
Newport has a Peer Tutoring Program! We need more tutor volunteers – especially in the areas of science, math, and world language. Students who want to be a Peer Tutor can find applications in the counseling office. Peer Tutors are volunteers who want to help their peers and gain valuable experience in how to teach, clarify, and communicate. Peer Tutors will receive community service hours for their efforts.
Students who need extra assistance in a specific class may request a tutor by turning in a Peer Tutor Request Form, available in the counseling office. If you have any questions about the program, contact Ms. Klug at klugk@bsd405.org or 425-456-7451.
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Calendar
September 9 Picture Make-Up Day, 12:30 pm
September 11 Class Sweats Orders Due
September 12 Class of 2010 Fundraiser – Newport Shores Garage Sale, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, 23 Newport Key
September 23 PTSA Meeting, 7:00 pm, Newport High School Library
September 24 Back-to-School Night at Newport
October 16 Homecoming Football Game vs. Eastlake
October 17 Homecoming Dance
Monday, August 17, 2009
Hello Sophomore Parents:
Here are several items that require prompt attention if they pertain to your student. Do not panic when you see a few SAT-related items – they simply announce some very early opportunities for any of our students who want to explore them. Opting out of these activities will in no way jeopardize your child’s eventual college application process!
Fall Sports Paperwork
Student Fines
Check-In Day Reminders
SAT Practice Test
SAT Prep Class
Sophomore Sweats
Volunteer Opportunities
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Fall Sports Paperwork
The Athletic Office is open from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday August 14, Tuesday August 18, Friday August 21, and Monday August 24. Fines and fees will be paid at this time. (ASB and transportation fee of $25 if required).
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Student Fines
Please be aware that new fines may have been posted at the conclusion of the 2008-2009 school year, after all books were scanned in and teachers assessed final fines prior to summer break. Fines have been mailed home with the student packets.
Paying of fines must occur prior to clearance for sports, acquiring a parking pass, or ASB activity eligibility.
Textbooks still in your possession can be returned to the accountant and the fine for the book will be removed.
Students should be prepared to pay all fines if they wish to get a parking pass or purchase an ASB card for sports or activities. If a fine is paid for a textbook and it is later found a refund will be issued if the book is found within the same academic school year.
If your student has questions about returning a book, these questions will be addressed with the classroom teacher after school has started.
NHS takes cash and checks only. We are unable to process credit cards and debit cards at the school.
If you wish to pay online please go to https://touchbase.bsd405.org. Please read the following regarding online payments:
Parking can NOT be paid online.
ASB can only be paid if you don't have any fines.
If you do have fines, you need to pay them first and then pay for ASB.
Class fees, yearbook, and transportation fees can be paid even if you choose not to pay your fines at this time.
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Check-In Day Reminders
You must come at your scheduled time. You may NOT come before, but you may come after.
A separate check is required for a parking pass. Please make sure that you have all of the required paperwork and documentation ready. Seniors and juniors have priority here. Any eligible sophomores will be placed on a waiting list.
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ASPEN Fundraiser - Kaplan SAT Practice TestSaturday, September 12 at NHS 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
$20 registration fee
All funds raised will support the Lifelong Aids Alliance
This practice test will primarily serve juniors and seniors but there is no reason for sophomores to stay away if they are interested. This is an inexpensive, non-threatening way for our students to experience the SAT test before they take any that count.
A flyer is attached and will also be passed out on Check-In days
Checks should be payable to Newport High School/ASPEN
Registration fees will be collected during both lunches the first week of school
Registration fees will also be set-up through the online payment system https://touchbase.bsd405.org
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SAT Prep Class
Newport's Honor Society is sponsoring a fundraiser with SAT Prep Inc. A discounted 6 class course and practice test will be offered in September, February, and March. A portion of the registration fees goes to support students at Newport. See the attached flyer for registration information. Again, this is an OPTION for sophomores. The vast majority of sophomores will not take an SAT prep course or SAT test this year. They won’t even be thinking about it! But there may be some students who want to start this process and, for those, I want to share this information.
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Sophomore Sweats
Here’s the chance for our students to refresh their spirit wardrobe and support their prom and graduation at the same time. Check out the attachment for the new sophomore sweats and other apparel options.
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Volunteers Needed for Check-In Days
Volunteers are needed from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm (approx) both days – August 19 and August 20! Currently we need at least 13 more volunteers for WEDNESDAY and 21 more volunteers for THURSDAY.
We have openings at all stations or, if you have no preference, we will assign where we have the greatest need. The jobs are not complicated and training is provided. It’s a fun and easy way to interact with other parents, faculty, and students.
To sign up, send email to tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com today!
Here are several items that require prompt attention if they pertain to your student. Do not panic when you see a few SAT-related items – they simply announce some very early opportunities for any of our students who want to explore them. Opting out of these activities will in no way jeopardize your child’s eventual college application process!
Fall Sports Paperwork
Student Fines
Check-In Day Reminders
SAT Practice Test
SAT Prep Class
Sophomore Sweats
Volunteer Opportunities
-----------------------------------------------------
Fall Sports Paperwork
The Athletic Office is open from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday August 14, Tuesday August 18, Friday August 21, and Monday August 24. Fines and fees will be paid at this time. (ASB and transportation fee of $25 if required).
-----------------------------------------------------
Student Fines
Please be aware that new fines may have been posted at the conclusion of the 2008-2009 school year, after all books were scanned in and teachers assessed final fines prior to summer break. Fines have been mailed home with the student packets.
Paying of fines must occur prior to clearance for sports, acquiring a parking pass, or ASB activity eligibility.
Textbooks still in your possession can be returned to the accountant and the fine for the book will be removed.
Students should be prepared to pay all fines if they wish to get a parking pass or purchase an ASB card for sports or activities. If a fine is paid for a textbook and it is later found a refund will be issued if the book is found within the same academic school year.
If your student has questions about returning a book, these questions will be addressed with the classroom teacher after school has started.
NHS takes cash and checks only. We are unable to process credit cards and debit cards at the school.
If you wish to pay online please go to https://touchbase.bsd405.org. Please read the following regarding online payments:
Parking can NOT be paid online.
ASB can only be paid if you don't have any fines.
If you do have fines, you need to pay them first and then pay for ASB.
Class fees, yearbook, and transportation fees can be paid even if you choose not to pay your fines at this time.
---------------------------------------------------------------
Check-In Day Reminders
You must come at your scheduled time. You may NOT come before, but you may come after.
A separate check is required for a parking pass. Please make sure that you have all of the required paperwork and documentation ready. Seniors and juniors have priority here. Any eligible sophomores will be placed on a waiting list.
---------------------------------------------------------------
ASPEN Fundraiser - Kaplan SAT Practice TestSaturday, September 12 at NHS 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
$20 registration fee
All funds raised will support the Lifelong Aids Alliance
This practice test will primarily serve juniors and seniors but there is no reason for sophomores to stay away if they are interested. This is an inexpensive, non-threatening way for our students to experience the SAT test before they take any that count.
A flyer is attached and will also be passed out on Check-In days
Checks should be payable to Newport High School/ASPEN
Registration fees will be collected during both lunches the first week of school
Registration fees will also be set-up through the online payment system https://touchbase.bsd405.org
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SAT Prep Class
Newport's Honor Society is sponsoring a fundraiser with SAT Prep Inc. A discounted 6 class course and practice test will be offered in September, February, and March. A portion of the registration fees goes to support students at Newport. See the attached flyer for registration information. Again, this is an OPTION for sophomores. The vast majority of sophomores will not take an SAT prep course or SAT test this year. They won’t even be thinking about it! But there may be some students who want to start this process and, for those, I want to share this information.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Sophomore Sweats
Here’s the chance for our students to refresh their spirit wardrobe and support their prom and graduation at the same time. Check out the attachment for the new sophomore sweats and other apparel options.
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Volunteers Needed for Check-In Days
Volunteers are needed from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm (approx) both days – August 19 and August 20! Currently we need at least 13 more volunteers for WEDNESDAY and 21 more volunteers for THURSDAY.
We have openings at all stations or, if you have no preference, we will assign where we have the greatest need. The jobs are not complicated and training is provided. It’s a fun and easy way to interact with other parents, faculty, and students.
To sign up, send email to tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com today!
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Start of Sophomore Year
Greetings Parents:
The payoff for going in to Newport this morning to help stuff fall packets was that I got to bring home my kids’ packets. Most of you will receive your envelope within the week. I’d like to spend some time going through the contents so you’ll know what to expect and your student will be well prepared for Check-In Day on August 20.
So, starting with the first document in the envelope ….
Student Profile (white)
Review carefully and mark any changes.
Sign and turn in at Check-In Day even if there are no changes.
Schedule (white)
Review carefully and note any changes.
Your student will get another schedule at Check-In Day; it may be revised from the version you get in the envelope.
Your student will pick up the final schedule on the first day of school; it may be revised from previous versions.
Student Fine Ledger (white)
Your envelope will include this document if your student has an outstanding fine or lost book. I know this because my daughter apparently has an outstanding fine and a lost book.
You may pay fines at the Accountant’s Office prior to Check-In Day to avoid lines: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Letter from the Principal (white)
Review for anything you can note on your calendar.
Check-In Day Agenda (white, stapled)
Check-In for sophomores is Thursday, August 20 between 8:00 am and 9:15 am. Look for the alphabet sequence listed on the bottom of page one. This schedule is intended to avoid long lines and it will be enforced.
Drop off your student near the entrance facing the ball fields, not the entrance facing Factoria Boulevard.
Your student will turn in most of the forms included in the packet on Check-In Day.
Review this agenda carefully with your student so s/he knows what to expect. Most students will remember the process from last year. There will be many adult volunteers on hand to direct the students around the Commons.
Fee Payment Worksheet (orange)
This handy worksheet is a great tool to determine the fees your student must pay.
Work through this document with your student and write one check for the total amount made out to “Newport High School.”
If your student ends up adding or dropping a class with an associated fee, s/he can work with the accountant to arrange reimbursement or payment after school gets underway.
Second Letter from the Principal (white)
This letter is about the one-semester Health class that all sophomores will take this year.
Review and file or follow up as needed.
Newport High School Parking Policy 2009-2010 (white)
For the most part, our students do not yet have a driver’s license so this document does not apply.
If your student does or will soon have a driver’s license, it is unlikely that s/he will get a parking permit on campus as priority goes to juniors and seniors. Your student’s name will go on a waiting list.
Student Vehicle Registration 2009-2010 (goldenrod)
See above.
Student High School Carpool Parking Policy 2009-2010 (pink)
See above.
Student Vehicle Registration Carpool Permit 2009-2010 (pink)
See above.
Letter from Bellevue School District Nurses (white)
Review and file or follow up as needed.
High School Health & Immunization Policies (white)
Review and file or follow up as needed.
Confidential Emergency Health Information (yellow)
Fill out completely and turn in at Check-In Day.
Future by Design (blue)
I warned you last spring that I would start using the “C” word this year. That’s right …. college. This flyer announces the Bellevue School District’s annual college conference on October 7 at Interlake High School and October 8 at Newport.
It is not too early to attend this conference, preferably with your student.
If it’s anything like last year’s, the conference starts with a general session in the school auditorium and then there are three consecutive breakout sessions so you have the opportunity to attend three of the seminars listed on this flyer. You might consider having both parents and the student participate so you could hear 9 different seminars! Or, you could attend the conference at both locations.
Plan to attend this conference for the next three years.
Newport High School Attendance Policy 2009-2010 (white)
Review and file for reference.
Back-to-School Night for Parents (white)
This flyer announces the important event for parents on Thursday, September 24.
Sophomore parents will meet in a designated area from 6:15 pm to 7:00 pm to hear a presentation from a guidance counselor. Between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm you will follow your student’s schedule to meet classroom teachers.
I’ll share more information about this event as we get closer to it.
Letter from PTSA President Eric Dawes (purple)
Read and file for reference.
FYI: My contact information on the back of the letter is incorrect – please use Newport2012@comcast.net to contact me.
Newport High School Directory Changes (green)
Review and note any changes.
Your student will turn in this form at Check-In Day if there are changes.
Classroom Bucks (white)
This annual fundraising event occurs during Back-to-School Night on September 24.
Join Newport’s PTSA (yellow)
Please join! Attach a check made out to “Newport High School PTSA” and have your student turn it in at Check-In Day.
2009-2010 PTSA Parent Volunteer Form (yellow)
Fill out the form and have your student turn it in at Check-In Day.
24th Annual Newport PTSA Ski & Snowboard Swap (pink)
This flyer announces the very successful annual ski swap and explains how to volunteer to help at this huge event.
Knight Valor (blue)
This flyer describes the PTSA program that honors students who earn 100 or more hours of community service. About 20 from our class earned this recognition as freshmen – let’s see how many can earn it this spring.
Knight Valor Application (blue)
This form explains how to log and submit your hours.
Newport Tailgate Party (bright yellow)
This form announces some fundraising efforts sponsored by the Grad Knight Committee for the Class of 2010.
Please consider participating in as many of these fundraisers as possible; remember, our class will eventually benefit from similar fundraisers and we’ll want everyone to contribute.
Memorandum August 2009 (white, stapled)
This document spells out the Bellevue School District policies regarding weapons, truancy laws, and photographing students.
Review and file or follow up as needed.
2009-2010 Accident & Health Insurance Program (pamphlet)
Review and follow up as needed.
Dorian Portrait Order Form
Fill out the form and attach a check made out to “Dorian” for the amount of the package you wish to purchase.
Even if you do not want to purchase pictures, your student must have a picture taken for the picture ID card.
Picture make-up day is September 9 at 12:40 pm.
OK then. That takes care of all the documents you will find in the fall packet. As always, do not hesitate to contact me with questions after you’ve received the envelope and had a chance to review the documents! Most likely I will email you at least one more time before school starts to relay information that I receive about the first days of school. In the meantime, enjoy what’s left of summer although I’m sitting here writing this wearing a sweater so summer may be over already.
One last item … if your student hasn’t yet started the summer reading packet, it’s probably a good time for some firm reminders. I don’t know about your house but gentle reminders don’t really work around here. Good luck.
The payoff for going in to Newport this morning to help stuff fall packets was that I got to bring home my kids’ packets. Most of you will receive your envelope within the week. I’d like to spend some time going through the contents so you’ll know what to expect and your student will be well prepared for Check-In Day on August 20.
So, starting with the first document in the envelope ….
Student Profile (white)
Review carefully and mark any changes.
Sign and turn in at Check-In Day even if there are no changes.
Schedule (white)
Review carefully and note any changes.
Your student will get another schedule at Check-In Day; it may be revised from the version you get in the envelope.
Your student will pick up the final schedule on the first day of school; it may be revised from previous versions.
Student Fine Ledger (white)
Your envelope will include this document if your student has an outstanding fine or lost book. I know this because my daughter apparently has an outstanding fine and a lost book.
You may pay fines at the Accountant’s Office prior to Check-In Day to avoid lines: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to noon and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Letter from the Principal (white)
Review for anything you can note on your calendar.
Check-In Day Agenda (white, stapled)
Check-In for sophomores is Thursday, August 20 between 8:00 am and 9:15 am. Look for the alphabet sequence listed on the bottom of page one. This schedule is intended to avoid long lines and it will be enforced.
Drop off your student near the entrance facing the ball fields, not the entrance facing Factoria Boulevard.
Your student will turn in most of the forms included in the packet on Check-In Day.
Review this agenda carefully with your student so s/he knows what to expect. Most students will remember the process from last year. There will be many adult volunteers on hand to direct the students around the Commons.
Fee Payment Worksheet (orange)
This handy worksheet is a great tool to determine the fees your student must pay.
Work through this document with your student and write one check for the total amount made out to “Newport High School.”
If your student ends up adding or dropping a class with an associated fee, s/he can work with the accountant to arrange reimbursement or payment after school gets underway.
Second Letter from the Principal (white)
This letter is about the one-semester Health class that all sophomores will take this year.
Review and file or follow up as needed.
Newport High School Parking Policy 2009-2010 (white)
For the most part, our students do not yet have a driver’s license so this document does not apply.
If your student does or will soon have a driver’s license, it is unlikely that s/he will get a parking permit on campus as priority goes to juniors and seniors. Your student’s name will go on a waiting list.
Student Vehicle Registration 2009-2010 (goldenrod)
See above.
Student High School Carpool Parking Policy 2009-2010 (pink)
See above.
Student Vehicle Registration Carpool Permit 2009-2010 (pink)
See above.
Letter from Bellevue School District Nurses (white)
Review and file or follow up as needed.
High School Health & Immunization Policies (white)
Review and file or follow up as needed.
Confidential Emergency Health Information (yellow)
Fill out completely and turn in at Check-In Day.
Future by Design (blue)
I warned you last spring that I would start using the “C” word this year. That’s right …. college. This flyer announces the Bellevue School District’s annual college conference on October 7 at Interlake High School and October 8 at Newport.
It is not too early to attend this conference, preferably with your student.
If it’s anything like last year’s, the conference starts with a general session in the school auditorium and then there are three consecutive breakout sessions so you have the opportunity to attend three of the seminars listed on this flyer. You might consider having both parents and the student participate so you could hear 9 different seminars! Or, you could attend the conference at both locations.
Plan to attend this conference for the next three years.
Newport High School Attendance Policy 2009-2010 (white)
Review and file for reference.
Back-to-School Night for Parents (white)
This flyer announces the important event for parents on Thursday, September 24.
Sophomore parents will meet in a designated area from 6:15 pm to 7:00 pm to hear a presentation from a guidance counselor. Between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm you will follow your student’s schedule to meet classroom teachers.
I’ll share more information about this event as we get closer to it.
Letter from PTSA President Eric Dawes (purple)
Read and file for reference.
FYI: My contact information on the back of the letter is incorrect – please use Newport2012@comcast.net to contact me.
Newport High School Directory Changes (green)
Review and note any changes.
Your student will turn in this form at Check-In Day if there are changes.
Classroom Bucks (white)
This annual fundraising event occurs during Back-to-School Night on September 24.
Join Newport’s PTSA (yellow)
Please join! Attach a check made out to “Newport High School PTSA” and have your student turn it in at Check-In Day.
2009-2010 PTSA Parent Volunteer Form (yellow)
Fill out the form and have your student turn it in at Check-In Day.
24th Annual Newport PTSA Ski & Snowboard Swap (pink)
This flyer announces the very successful annual ski swap and explains how to volunteer to help at this huge event.
Knight Valor (blue)
This flyer describes the PTSA program that honors students who earn 100 or more hours of community service. About 20 from our class earned this recognition as freshmen – let’s see how many can earn it this spring.
Knight Valor Application (blue)
This form explains how to log and submit your hours.
Newport Tailgate Party (bright yellow)
This form announces some fundraising efforts sponsored by the Grad Knight Committee for the Class of 2010.
Please consider participating in as many of these fundraisers as possible; remember, our class will eventually benefit from similar fundraisers and we’ll want everyone to contribute.
Memorandum August 2009 (white, stapled)
This document spells out the Bellevue School District policies regarding weapons, truancy laws, and photographing students.
Review and file or follow up as needed.
2009-2010 Accident & Health Insurance Program (pamphlet)
Review and follow up as needed.
Dorian Portrait Order Form
Fill out the form and attach a check made out to “Dorian” for the amount of the package you wish to purchase.
Even if you do not want to purchase pictures, your student must have a picture taken for the picture ID card.
Picture make-up day is September 9 at 12:40 pm.
OK then. That takes care of all the documents you will find in the fall packet. As always, do not hesitate to contact me with questions after you’ve received the envelope and had a chance to review the documents! Most likely I will email you at least one more time before school starts to relay information that I receive about the first days of school. In the meantime, enjoy what’s left of summer although I’m sitting here writing this wearing a sweater so summer may be over already.
One last item … if your student hasn’t yet started the summer reading packet, it’s probably a good time for some firm reminders. I don’t know about your house but gentle reminders don’t really work around here. Good luck.
Summer News
Summer greetings to Sophomore Parents:
It’s me again! It seems like we just signed off at the end of freshman year and here I am reminding you that the process is about to begin again. If you’re like me, you go kicking and screaming into a new school year. Now that I have two students in high school, this is especially true because the years go by so quickly and it’s difficult to stay on top of everything. You’re about to be inundated with a lot of information from Newport. Here are a few key items that you can start marking on your calendar. Once the information packets arrive in the mail, I’ll write again to highlight the important stuff. In the meantime, don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Main Office & Athletic Office will open August 3.
Hours: 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday, August 14 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday, August 18 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday, August 19 - Back to School Check-In Day for 11th/12th Graders
Wednesday, August 19 - Varsity/JV/Soph Football Begins
Thursday, August 20 - Back to School Check-In Day for 9th/10th Graders
Thursday, August 20 - F/S Football Begins
Friday, August 21 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday, August 21 - 9th Grade Link Crew Orientation Day/Freshman Dance
Monday, August 24 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Monday, August 24 - All Other Fall Sports Begin
Monday, August 31 - First Day of School
Mark your calendars - Curriculum Night is September 24
http://schools.bsd405.org/nhs/homepage/
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Sports, Band, Choir and Orchestra
* http://schools.bsd405.org/nhs/homepage/sports/index.html
* www.newportband.org for information and dates for band
* www.newportchoir.org for choir
* www.newportorchestra.com for orchestra
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Daily Bulletin
If you want to receive the Daily Bulletin next year by email, please send your email address to Janet Suppes, suppesj@bsd405.org, in August. The 2008-2009 list will be deleted.
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Senior Class Fundraising
Help Raise $$$ for the 2010 Senior Grad Knight celebration when you shop at Albertson's or Safeway. This is a no-cost way for all members of the NHS community to support Senior Grad Knight year after year whether their student is a senior or not. Feel free to participate after your student has graduated as a way to help NHS students celebrate their graduation in an alcohol- and drug-free environment!
Through the Albertson's Community Partners and the Safeway eScrip program, a percentage of your purchases is donated to the Newport High School PTSA to help fund a safe, fun Grad Knight party for all Seniors. All future Senior Classes at Newport High School benefit, as well, because the program is passed on to the incoming class of Seniors at the end of the school year. If you already support another organization through Albertson's or Safeway preferred cards, you can support up to three organizations so please include Newport PTSA-Senior Party in your group.
There is no sign-up cost. The Albertson's and Safeway cards are not tied to any personal credit card and your information is not shared or sold to other companies.
If you don't have an Albertson's or Safeway card ask for one next time you shop. When you get the card number you may sign yourself up on line by going to Albertsons.com or eScrip.com. BUT the easy way is to email the information nhsgrad2010@hotmail.com and we will do it for you. If you have forgotten your preferred card numbers: 1/Albertson’s is on your shopping receipt or call 1-877-932-7948. 2/Safeway call 1-877-723-3929
Albertson's has made a change in their program and you must renew your commitment on an annual basis.
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News from the 2011 Grad Knight Committee
Beach towel sales that support 2011 Grad Knight are still available. The Committee purchased some extra towels (to get the good price break) and would like to sell those soon. PLEASE consider buying a beach towel. Contact Cindy Hastings for more information cdrhastings1@gmail.com
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It’s me again! It seems like we just signed off at the end of freshman year and here I am reminding you that the process is about to begin again. If you’re like me, you go kicking and screaming into a new school year. Now that I have two students in high school, this is especially true because the years go by so quickly and it’s difficult to stay on top of everything. You’re about to be inundated with a lot of information from Newport. Here are a few key items that you can start marking on your calendar. Once the information packets arrive in the mail, I’ll write again to highlight the important stuff. In the meantime, don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Main Office & Athletic Office will open August 3.
Hours: 8:00 am - 12:00 Noon
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday, August 14 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tuesday, August 18 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday, August 19 - Back to School Check-In Day for 11th/12th Graders
Wednesday, August 19 - Varsity/JV/Soph Football Begins
Thursday, August 20 - Back to School Check-In Day for 9th/10th Graders
Thursday, August 20 - F/S Football Begins
Friday, August 21 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Friday, August 21 - 9th Grade Link Crew Orientation Day/Freshman Dance
Monday, August 24 - Fall Sports Paperwork Turn-In Date - 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Monday, August 24 - All Other Fall Sports Begin
Monday, August 31 - First Day of School
Mark your calendars - Curriculum Night is September 24
http://schools.bsd405.org/nhs/homepage/
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Sports, Band, Choir and Orchestra
* http://schools.bsd405.org/nhs/homepage/sports/index.html
* www.newportband.org for information and dates for band
* www.newportchoir.org for choir
* www.newportorchestra.com for orchestra
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Daily Bulletin
If you want to receive the Daily Bulletin next year by email, please send your email address to Janet Suppes, suppesj@bsd405.org, in August. The 2008-2009 list will be deleted.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Senior Class Fundraising
Help Raise $$$ for the 2010 Senior Grad Knight celebration when you shop at Albertson's or Safeway. This is a no-cost way for all members of the NHS community to support Senior Grad Knight year after year whether their student is a senior or not. Feel free to participate after your student has graduated as a way to help NHS students celebrate their graduation in an alcohol- and drug-free environment!
Through the Albertson's Community Partners and the Safeway eScrip program, a percentage of your purchases is donated to the Newport High School PTSA to help fund a safe, fun Grad Knight party for all Seniors. All future Senior Classes at Newport High School benefit, as well, because the program is passed on to the incoming class of Seniors at the end of the school year. If you already support another organization through Albertson's or Safeway preferred cards, you can support up to three organizations so please include Newport PTSA-Senior Party in your group.
There is no sign-up cost. The Albertson's and Safeway cards are not tied to any personal credit card and your information is not shared or sold to other companies.
If you don't have an Albertson's or Safeway card ask for one next time you shop. When you get the card number you may sign yourself up on line by going to Albertsons.com or eScrip.com. BUT the easy way is to email the information nhsgrad2010@hotmail.com and we will do it for you. If you have forgotten your preferred card numbers: 1/Albertson’s is on your shopping receipt or call 1-877-932-7948. 2/Safeway call 1-877-723-3929
Albertson's has made a change in their program and you must renew your commitment on an annual basis.
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News from the 2011 Grad Knight Committee
Beach towel sales that support 2011 Grad Knight are still available. The Committee purchased some extra towels (to get the good price break) and would like to sell those soon. PLEASE consider buying a beach towel. Contact Cindy Hastings for more information cdrhastings1@gmail.com
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