School News
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This update on a few major school construction projects provides a snapshot of our progress and the exciting developments occurring at various school campuses.
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NMUSD is inviting interested and qualified properties to apply to be a member of a committee to review and analyze the district's Banning Ranch property.
Join us to learn about the NMUSD Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) program and provide input.
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Please join us to provide input about the future of our school and district facilities. A meeting will be hosted in each school zone. You may attend any of the meetings to provide input about any school or district facility.
NMUSD gives notice that a Public Hearing will take place on October 3, 2023.
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Invitation to the 2023 State of the Schools Breakfast
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As the 2023-24 school year kicks off, we want to stress the importance of instilling positive attendance habits.
As part of NMUSD's commitment to prioritize safety, we would like to update you on a few safety initiatives.
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NMUSD is looking for Instructional Assistants - Extended Day Program.
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Welcome back video message from Superintendent Dr. Wesley Smith and Board President Ashley Anderson.
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NMUSD has taken proactive steps to mitigate potential storm impacts. We want you to be confident in our preparation for possible inclement weather next week, as reports have mentioned potentially strong storms expected in Southern California.
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Summer is an important time for our Newport-Mesa community. Safety is always a driving priority. We are taking this opportunity to share some community safety messages.
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In partnership with the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living and IKEA, NMUSD hosts a resource fair to connect you with community partners offering a variety of resources for school-aged children.
Effective July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024, children enrolled in NMUSD schools are eligible for free or reduced-price meals if the household income is less than or equal to the federal guidelines.
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District continually seeks to update and modernize school facilities by creating beautiful and purposeful learning spaces for students. Detailed here are some projects currently under construction, slated for construction, or in the planning process.
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The Maintenance and Operations team is responsible for maintaining district facilities and carrying out daily operations to provide a solid base for student success. During the summer of 2023, the team will completing a multitude of projects.
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The June 2023 issue of School News Roll Call is now available online.
![Clockwise: Joe Erven, Christy Flores, Jason Kuncewicki and Stacy de Boom-Howard]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1685485957/nmusdus/oxzyj4wmsdjyanewc7pz/staffappointmentsthumbnail_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1685485957/nmusdus/oxzyj4wmsdjyanewc7pz/staffappointmentsthumbnail_1.png","width":512}])
Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) announces the appointments of Christy Flores as Director of Engagement, Partnership and Expanded Learning; Stacy De Boom-Howard as Principal of Davis Magnet School; Dr. Joe Erven as Principal of Adams Elementary School; and Dr. Jason Kuncewicki as Principal of California Elementary.
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