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!