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Parent Week Ahead 7/28/25
Newcastle Knights News
Every Knight, Every Day
2025-2026
Week of July 28, 2025
Data Confirmation is OPEN! All parents/guardians are asked to complete the Data Confirmation process by July 30th! Once Data Confirmation is complete, you will be able to see your student’s teacher assignment beginning 7/31/25. Click HERE for assistance with Data Confirmation. To support student safety and well-being, we respectfully ask that you provide at least three emergency contacts, should your child become ill and you are unavailable. As a reminder, you will only be able to see your student’s teacher assignment once Data Confirmation is complete.
2025-26 Grade level supply lists HERE
July/August 2025
August 2025
Upcoming Events:
News:
Parent Week Ahead via ParentSquare Communications: As you are aware, we are transitioning to ParentSquare for our school communications. This year, the Parent Week Ahead will be shared with families each Sunday at 4 pm via email and text; there will be no Sunday evening phone calls. We hope that families find text messaging more convenient as you plan for the week ahead. Tips for Parents and Guardians LINK
Back to School Night - Save the Date!
Join us on Thursday, August 14th from 5:30–6:30 PM to meet your child’s teacher(s) and kick off a great school year together!
This year, based on thoughtful feedback from both parents and staff, we’re shifting to a parents-only event. We know this is a change, and we truly understand that arranging childcare may be difficult for some families. Our goal is to provide a setting where parents can focus on the information shared and connect with teachers without distraction.
To support all families, whether or not you're able to attend in person, we will be sharing each grade level’s slide presentation along with a “Things to Know” overview from Mrs. Giove so you don’t miss any important information.
We appreciate your flexibility and partnership as we try out this new format, and we look forward to a fantastic year ahead!
Back to School Night SCHEDULE
Missing Immunizations - All students with missing immunizations must complete them by August 1st. The office has contacted those families who are missing the required shots. Unfortunately, students will not be able to start school on August 7th if they have not cleared their required immunizations. If you have not already done so, please turn in a copy of your child’s current immunization report to the school office.Join our team! - These are critical student support positions! If you would like to be a part of the Newcastle team or know anyone who would, we have 2 immediate openings:
Special Education Aide - This position is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 2:30 pm. Click HERE for the application link.
For more information, please feel free to contact Cindy Giove or Sean Healy
Athletics - We are looking for an 8th grade Boys Volleyball Coach! If you or someone you know can help, please let us know! These are paid coaching positions. Please contact our Athletic Director, Blair Eagleton @ beagleton@newcastle.k12.ca.us if you are interested or have any questions.
Band Instructor - We continue to seek an after-school band instructor. You do not need to be a credentialed band teacher to apply. If you or anyone you know is interested, please apply HERE.
Cross Country - The Cross Country season will run (pun intended) from approximately September 8 - October 24. The league schedule is still being finalized; more information will be coming soon.
Ongoing:
Every Monday we wear Kindness shirts; Every Friday we wear spirit wear and/or Newcastle Green
Every Monday is early release - 1:10 for K and 1:30 for grades 1-8
School Site Council/DAC/LCAP Advisory Committee Meeting 1st Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) - All meetings are open to the public
PTC 1st Tuesday of the month
Castle Connections - This newsletter is created by students, for students. Share the cool things your child does outside of school or interesting community activities with our Castle Connections Crew at baddision@newcastle.k12.ca.us or 2026ibrenesjones@newcastle.k12.ca.us.
Library Wish List - If you would like to donate or support our library, please check out their Amazon wish list HERE.
Newcastle Service Club Opportunities - Our 6-8 Service Club seeks opportunities to serve our Newcastle Elementary and Charter School and extended community. If you know of any service opportunities for students aged 10-14, please contact Mrs. Giove at cgiove@newcastle.k12.ca.us.
Community Partners:
Washington DC Club - This club is for students who will be in the 8th grade during the 2025-26 school year. For more information, contact Whitney Bell at whitneyjbell@yahoo.comScouts programs are available for all ages. Contact Sarah Gillmore – sarahgillmore@gmail.com
California State Parks Pass - Free entry for 4th graders and their families at 19 amazing state parks throughout the state. Mountains, deserts, forests, rivers … the choice of where to visit is yours.
Placer County Library - Resources and activities for adults and children.
*The Newcastle Elementary School District neither endorses nor sponsors the organizations or activities represented in these documents. The distribution of this material is provided as a community service.
Links:
2025-2026 Student/Parent Handbook
GO KNIGHTS!