Newberry Elementary School

Field Day for All Grade Levels. Please join us for the fun!

Muffins for Magnificent Parents will be celebrated at NES. May 12th grades Pre K - 2nd, PCD, and Primary Montessori parents are invited to join students for breakfast. May 13th grades 3-5 and LE Montessori parents may join students. Breakfast will begin at 7:15 am. Please join us!

SC Ready Testing Dates for Grades 3-5. Please mark your calendars.

iReady Spring Diagnostic Testing dates for Kindergarten - 5th grade students. Please mark your calendars.

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEWBERRY COUNTY REGISTRATION FOR KINDERGARTEN AND PRE-KINDERGARTEN February 24 - March 7, 2025 Register online at: https://newberry-sc.finalforms.com If you live in the attendance area for Boundary Street Elementary, Gallman Elementary or Newberry Elementary and your child will be 3 on or before September 1, 2025, please follow the same requirements that are listed for kindergarten registration. KINDERGARTEN All children 5 years old by September 1, 2025, entering public school for the first time You must bring: Birth Certificate (long form) and Immunization Record 3 Proofs of Residency Mandatory (1) Current Fed. Tax. Return with physical address Current tax notice Mortgage Lease Required (Any 2) Automobile Tax or Registration Current power bill Current phone/cell bill Current water bill Cable TV bill SC Driver’s license PRE-KINDERGARTEN All children 4 years old by September 1, 2025, entering public school for the first time. You must bring: Birth Certificate (long form) Income Verification ie: Medicaid card, most recent check stub, SNAP verification and Immunization Record 3 Proofs of Residency Mandatory (1) Current Fed. Tax. Return with physical address Current tax notice Mortgage Lease Required (Any 2) Automobile Tax or Registration Current power bill Current phone/cell bill Current water bill Cable TV bill SC Driver’s license *You may upload your proofs of residency, birth certificate and immunization record using the online registration application. Questions – please call 321-2600 Dr. Beth Brooks, Mrs. Edlin Del Valle, or your zoned school.

The NES Wax Museum has been rescheduled for Friday, February 28th. from 10:00 am - 11:00 am. The public is welcomed to attend. We are excited to see our Rockets in action!

Montessori Parent Interest Meeting Thursday, February 20 6 p.m. at Boundary Street Elementary INDIVIDUALIZED Montessori is a hands-on discovery approach to teaching and learning. It tends to discourage traditional competitive measurements of achievement, such as grades and tests, and instead focuses on the individual progress and development of each child. Children of different ages share the same classes and are encouraged to collaborate and help one another. SPECIALIZED Specialized educational materials are used to keep children interested, and there is an emphasis on "practical life skills." The main goal of Montessori education is to provide a stimulating, child-oriented environment in which children are mastering the South Carolina state standards. The Montessori program in Newberry County serves ages three year old through fifth grade at Boundary Street Elementary, Gallman Elementary and Newberry Elementary School. Students must reside in the zoned school to be eligible for Montessori.

MLP Family Drop In at Newberry Middle School. Join us from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm.

Valentine Sneaker Ball will be held on Friday, February 7th .

WIDA ACCESS Testing for ML Students begins soon!

Due to the threat of winter weather and the resulting hazardous road conditions, the School District of Newberry County will have an eLearning day on Friday, January 10, 2025, with schools and offices closed. All activities are canceled for January 10. Teachers will post assignments for students to complete, but there will be no live Google Meets on this day. Students who do not have internet access will need to download assignments during school on Thursday. Students will have a five-school-day window of time to turn in eLearning assignments. Additional information regarding eLearning guidelines and expectations can be found at https://bit.ly/426hmBW.

SCDE responds to PowerSchool Data Breach Jan 8, 2025 Late Tuesday, the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) was informed by PowerSchool of a cybersecurity breach involving its PowerSource portal. This was an international incident over which the state and local districts had no control. This breach resulted in unauthorized access to certain customer data from PowerSchool’s Student Information Systems (SIS), including data from multiple states and school districts across the country. During a meeting with PowerSchool’s senior leadership, they confirmed that personally identifiable information (PII) was compromised. The SCDE is currently working to understand the full scope of the breach. PowerSchool has stated that this breach has been contained and has informed the SCDE that it has taken steps to secure its systems, engage cybersecurity experts, and is also coordinating with law enforcement to address the breach. The SCDE is actively communicating with PowerSchool, legal counsel, and local districts to assess the full impact on South Carolina schools, students, and educators and to determine next steps. The SCDE is also in direct communication with the State Law Enforcement Division (SLED), the Attorney General’s office and has notified the Governor and legislative leaders. Commenting on the seriousness of this incident, State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver said, “The protection of our South Carolina students’ and educators’ personal data is non-negotiable. We fully recognize the anxiety this raises for them and their families.” She continued, “While PowerSchool has taken accountability for this breach, our Department will take uncompromising action to ensure we uncover the complete extent of this incident. We will insist that PowerSchool not only notify affected individuals but also provide them with credit and identity monitoring services." The SCDE will continue to engage and support districts and schools throughout this process as more information becomes available. https://ed.sc.gov/newsroom/news-releases/scde-responds-to-powerschool-data-breach/

FREE TO FOCUS Beginning January 6, 2025 The South Carolina Department of Education has released a policy that prohibits the use of personal electronic devices during the school day. The purpose of this policy is to create a phone-free school environment that fosters a positive learning experience free from electronic distractions. During the school day, students are prohibited from accessing their personal electronic devices. Students may not wear or access device accessories during the school day. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices. MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!

District-Wide Recruitment Fair! Saturday, January 25, 2025 Mid-Carolina High School 377 Cy Shumpert Rd. Prosperity, SC 29127 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. All positions: Teacher, Nurse, Child Nutrition, Bus Driver, Instructional Assistants, and other positions.

Join us for Open House on Monday, August 5th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm.

Registration for the 2024-2025 school year and Open House announcement with scheduled time. Please join us as we prepare for the upcoming school year!

Summer Registration Opportunity for parents needing assistance with Final Forms. Please see designated dates and times. The location for this special event will be at Newberry High School. Please feel free to contact the office if you have additional questions. (803)321-2670.

Montessori Parent Interest Meeting Wednesday, February 21 6 p.m. Boundary Street Elementary School Montessori is a hands-on discovery approach to teaching and learning. It tends to discourage traditional competitive measurements of achievement, such as grades and tests, and instead focuses on the individual progress and development of each child. Children of different ages share the same classes and are encouraged to collaborate and help one another. Specialized education materials are used to keep children interested, and there is an emphasis on "practical life skills." The main goal of Montessori education is to provide a stimulating, child-oriented environment in which children are mastering the South Carolina state standards. The Montessori program in Newberry County serves ages three through 5th grade at Boundary Street Elementary, Gallman Elementary, and Newberry Elementary School. Students must reside in the zoned school to be eligible for Montessori.

Newberry Elementary School MLP Testing Schedule. Letters will be sent home January 8 to students who will be tested. LISTENING: January 29-30 READING: January 31-February 1 WRITING: February 2-February 5-6 SPEAKING: February 7-Until complete KINDERGARTEN: February 6-12 Please contact the school for additional information.

Good evening Rockets! We hope that you have enjoyed your weekend! Just a few reminders for the upcoming week. We will continue to celebrate the 12 days of Christmas with our special dress days. Tomorrow is dress as your twin! Tuesday is Ugly Christmas Sweater Day and Wednesday is Merry Grinchmas Day! Also a reminder of the Survey shared by the District regarding the 2024-2025 and 2025 - 2026 school calendars. Please respond and provide feedback. Your voice is needed as plans are made for the upcoming school years. Finally, Wednesday, December 20th students will be dismissed at 11:00 am. Lunch will not be served on Wednesday. Wishing each of you a wonderful week!