As we reflect on our 1st week back to school in a remote/online environment there are many celebrations and struggles. The leadership team could not be more proud of our teachers, students, and families. It is our mission to provide families with the education that New Vision is known for, in an environment that is flexible so all families can succeed. We thank you for your kindness and grace and know that each every member of the Nighthawk family, from staff to parents and to families are doing their very best. We ask for patience and grace as we continue to grow and improve and be the best school we can be. We value your partnership and support and together we are #nighthawkstrong.

This year, we’re all facing unexpected challenges, and having students take the i-Ready® Diagnostic at home is one of them. We thank you in advance for helping us get the information about your student that will help us plan and provide the instruction that will meet their unique needs.

Next week, your child's teacher will be administering the iReady test. We’re asking that you supervise your child’s Diagnostic the same way a supportive teacher would.

Prior to the test, we ask that you do the following:

• View this video on the importance of not helping your child with their iReady test. iReady Video
• View this video from Mrs. Hejl on how to log into iReady
• Understand that the i-Ready Diagnostic is a different type of test.
• Be prepared for your student to encounter questions they will struggle with. We know they might not be able to answer every question correctly and that is okay.
• Please do not help your student answer the questions on the Diagnostic, even if they struggle.
• Pleasel have your student complete the assessment according to their teacher’s directions (e.g., quiet place, free of distractions with needed technology, etc.).

We know it’s difficult to watch your child struggle, even if that struggle is productive. We’re asking for your trust that the best ways to help us meet your child’s unique needs this year are to help prepare them before the Diagnostic and to allow them the opportunity to demonstrate their learning independently during the Diagnostic. Thank you again for your cooperation as we work together to grow your child’s learning in this unprecedented time.

Congratulations to the Cross Country team. They have competed in two races this season. In the Valley 5K, Madeline won her age division and Ella took 3rd in her age division.

In their meet with Con Ball, both the boys and girls Cross Country won their meets. Placing for the boys was 2nd place for Jake, 4th place for Callen, and 5th place for Layne. Placing for the girls was 1st place for Madeline, 3rd Place for Ella, 4th place for Olivia, and 5th place for Jaya. Thanks to Coach Clark for her incredible coaching.

Congratulations to all our runners. Thanks for representing New Vision with pride.

Mr. Hollingshead and his daily announcement students are hard at work to make sure you get the important information you need to be successful every day! Please use the links below to get the daily announcements while we are in remote learning! There are fun facts, activities, and opportunities to stay connected in the daily announcments. Book them in your bookmark bar today!

K-3 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCXhzsW8tI69o36Ito6BOYKHxx3zRXSE_

4-8 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCXhzsW8tI6_KoXOQeKNSc9UqtnQU0UBa

We have been so busy collecting, sanitizing and reshelving our books from last year. We are so excited to start the check out process again, but first we need to have all of our books returned and inventoried.

If you have books that belong to NVCS, please bring them to either campus. If it is outside of office hours, just drop it in our mailbox. You will know it is an NVCS book if it has a barcode with our name on it. Most books also have our school stamp on the inside cover.

If you are having trouble locating your books, or they have been destroyed, please let us know. Your honest communication with us will help us to understand what we can expect to come back, and what is gone for good.

As always, thank you for your continued support of our Libraries and the love of reading.

Thank you so much for your hard work and patience during the first week of school. Please check the Florida Virtual Website for regular updates. We include tutorial videos and other important updates.

Printables pick up will be held on Tuesday, September 8th from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Please fill out the Printables Request Form by Monday evening. Kinder and 1st grade materials can be picked up at the K-3 Campus and 2nd grade through 5th grade materials can be picked up at the 4-8 Campus.

We are loving our new app! Access documents, events, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket.

Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/30sTKYa

iPhone: https://apple.co/2EQonOQ.

Do you have a talent that you would love to share with the world? Are you creative, funny, chefy, or athletic and you want the chance to earn the title of Champion for your abilities? Check out the attached flyer to get involved with our first ever virtual talent show! Please contact Mrs. Glasscock (jglasscock@nvcs.school) for more information!

Calling All Student Chefs!

Are you looking for a way to feel more connected to Nighthawk Nation? Do you enjoy cooking and/or eating delicious food? Then this could be the group for you!

Introducing - The New Vision Amateur Chefs Club! Born out of one teacher's desire to stay connected with her students during quarantine, we are now an official student organization and are thrilled to invite students K-8 to join in on the culinary fun! We are a virtual club, so it is easy to join and participate from the comfort of your own kitchen. For more information and to sign up, please visit our website linked in the button below.

September 7 - No School - Labor Day Weekend

September 8 - No School - Professional Development for Teachers

X-Country @ Wolverine Invitation - 3:00 - 4:15 - Monfort Park

September 9 - X-Country @ Erwin Middle School - Girls 4:30; Boys 5:15

September 17 - X-Country @ Mehaffey Park vs. SMS - Mehaffey Park - Boys 4:30; Girls 5:15

September 21 - Virtual PTO Meeting - 6:00 pm. - Google Meeting Link

September 24 - X-Country @ Mehaffey Park - 4:00 p.m. - Mehaffey Park - Boys 4:30; Girls 5:15

October 1 - X-Country Conference Finals - 3:45 p.m. - Bill Reed Middle School

K-3 Campus: 2366 E 1st Street

4-8 Campus: 299 Peridot Avenue

Email: info@newvisioncharterschool.org
Website: www.newvisioncharterschool.org
Phone: 970-593-6827
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newvisioncharterschool/
Twitter: @NVCharter

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