Our Pre-K and K students got to experience a performance by "Dusty and Dot." Dusty & Dott are committed to creating an environment that is welcoming and supportive of all identities. Through storytelling and the magic of puppetry, Dusty & Dott celebrate curiosity and encourage the values of creative play.
A reminder that NCSD has purchased Bark Jr. licenses for all students in the district with state grant funds. Caregivers will receive an email Wednesday morning with a link for you to utilize the app. Kaden Judd from Bark will host a one hour session Wednesday evening, May 17th, beginning at 7 to support parents that need assistance setting up the app and to answer any questions you might have
The link to join the online training session was sent via email earlier this week.
Bark Jr Q and A/Set up online meeting--Wednesday May 17, 2023 7:00 pm EST A link for the Zoom meeting were sent via email. A link for the app will be sent from Bark tomorrow morning (Wednesday May 17, 2023).
Girl Scout membership information
Newfield Class of 2023 Dine to Donate 20% - Saturday, May 6 through Saturday, May 20
- Dibella's Fundraiser - Thank you for your support
Teacher Appreciation is May 8th-12th. Please view the attachment to see how you can help show your appreciation for our teachers!
VARSITY BASEBALL CAN AND BOTTLE DRIVE
The Newfield varsity baseball team is hosting a can and bottle drive this Saturday, April 22nd from 10am until noon in front of the HS. Please support the team by donating NYS returnable cans and bottles. It is a great opportunity to clear out your garage or storage shed as part of Spring cleaning.
If needed, we can arrange for local pickup from homes or businesses this Saturday between 10am and noon. Please reach out to Coach Valentine @ ivalentine@newfieldschools.org to make these arrangements.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Go Trojans!"
Family Science Night is tonight, 4/20, beginning at 6:30 pm. Join the Science Center for a fun evening with hands-on activities and pop-up exhibits!
Newfield Football Chicken BBQ Fundraiser - Sunday June 11th - 11:00 am until gone
Presale tickets available from Modified and Varsity Football players and coaches. Chicken will be available for pickup at the Fire Department at 11:00 a.m.
Reminder NYS 3-5 Testing will begin April 19th. Please review the attached letter for further information.
Spring has sprung at Newfield Elementary. Mrs. Wall's 2nd-grade class hatched spring chickens, and our therapy dog Rosie met a few of them yesterday.
Middle School Year Books are now on sale, orders must be received by APRIL 9, 2023
Visit WWW.YEARBOOKORDERCENTER.COM and enter code: 17343
Good Evening,
I know this may seem a bit premature but due to the forecast for tomorrow, Newfield CSD will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, 3/14/23.
I hope you all have a safe day.
Eric Hartz
NCSD Superintendent
Therapy dogs in schools help make learning more exciting and can even reduce the incidence of absenteeism. Young students may look forward to school more when they know that their favorite furry friend will be joining them in class.
Puppington. (n.d.). 6 ways therapy dogs in schools help students succeed. Puppington. Retrieved March 13, 2023, from https://puppington.co/blogs/pup-wellness/6-ways-therapy-dogs-in-schools-improve-mood-performance-and-quality-of-life-to-help-students-succeed
Please take a moment to complete our March Possip survey and let us know how we are doing!
You can complete the survey using this link: https://www.weeklypossip.com/web_survey/start?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzY2hvb2xfaWQiOjI4NjMsImN1cnJlbnRfc2Vhc29uX2lkIjo1MDk1LCJsYW5ndWFnZSI6ImVuZ2xpc2gifQ.a-zqH3hXzwZth_YF_Chprht9MS4mHKua3UegZ6OhwfA
This morning our 2nd graders we fortunate enough to watch the Cayuga Chamber Orchestra. This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to learn about their quartet!
Good morning Middle School families,
Unfortunately, we are rescheduling the middle school dance once again due to the anticipated snowstorm on Friday. The new date will be Friday, March 24.
Come join the Sciencenter for a fun science evening with hands-on activities and pop-up exhibits! Sponsored by the Newfield Public Library, NCSD and the Sciencenter
Thursday, April 20, 2023 - 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
Location: Elementary Cafe
Good Afternoon,
I hope you are all doing well. We wanted to have an open community forum via google meet to discuss the email sent on Feb. 1, 2023, about bus driver shortages and possible options when we are not at full capacity. We encourage all community members to attend so you are fully informed of our current bussing situation.
The forum will be held on Wednesday, March 1st, at 6:30 PM. This will be a Google Meet only, please see the link below.
Community Forum on Bussing
Wednesday, March 1 · 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ttp-gaqv-fcg
We will also be happy to address other questions you feel are relevant.
We hope to see you there. Thank you.
Eric Hartz
Superintendent
We S.E.E. You!
Attention 8th-grade students and families,
The transition to high school and the start of 9th grade is quickly approaching. We will be holding the 8th-grade transition to high school meeting on Wednesday, March 1st at 6:00 pm in the high school choral room. We will be sharing a lot of information about high school planning in the coming weeks, high school curriculum and getting students prepared for the next four years. We look forward to seeing you and answering any questions that you may have if you are able to attend the meeting. Please check your email for two attachments to see what will be discussed, the high school curriculum guide and the four-year plan sheet.
If you have any questions or are unable to attend the meeting please feel free to contact me anytime at 564-9955x2132 or cmarkle@newfieldschools.org . Students also can access the link through my school counselor's classroom.
Good afternoon Middle School Families,
I am happy to report that the Middle School dance has been rescheduled. Please see the information below:
Parents don't need to fill out a permission form for this dance. Our Middle School Dance will be Friday, March 3rd from 7:00-9:00 pm in the High School Gym. The school rules apply while on school property: before, during, and after the dance. The hours of the dance are from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. No student will be allowed to enter the dance until 7:00PM No student will be admitted into the dance after 8:00 PM. Students will not be permitted to leave the building during the course of the dance. If this choice is made, parents will be contacted by a school authority. Students will NOT be allowed to re-enter the building. Students exhibiting conduct unbecoming a student of Newfield Middle School will be asked to leave the dance via parent notification. Students who exhibit inappropriate conduct may be banned from attending future dances. The cost of the dance will be $7.00. Snacks and drinks will be available for an additional cost.