PASEC Fundraiser | Posted 10/15/24
Plano Area Special Education Cooperative (PASEC) is hosting a fundraiser at Culver's to assist families during the holidays in the surrounding areas (Plano, Lisbon, Millbrook, and Newark). See the flyer for more details on how you can support our cause! https://www.nchs18.org/pdf/Culvers-Night-Flyer-2024.pdf
LTC Tournament Champions! | Posted 10/12/24
Congratulations to the Lady Norsemen (17-7, 7-0) for winning the 50th edition of the Little 10 conference tournament championship with a 25-16, 25-15 victory over Hinckley-Big Rock tonight!
Newark's championship is their 8th straight. Newark has won the tournament 27 times overall, including 24 of the last 28 tournaments. Congratulations to the players and coaches on this incredible achievement! Keep up the great work, Lady Norsemen!
Newark's championship is their 8th straight. Newark has won the tournament 27 times overall, including 24 of the last 28 tournaments. Congratulations to the players and coaches on this incredible achievement! Keep up the great work, Lady Norsemen!
Greenville University Rep Visit | Posted 10/10/24
The Greenville University rep will be at NCHS on Oct 17 during SRT in the library. Sign up on Mrs. Mac's board by Oct 16 to meet with the rep and learn more. Greenville is a 4-year private university in Central IL, about an hour from St. Louis, and is a Division III NCAA school. Popular majors include Education, Business, Criminal Justice, and Liberal Arts. More info on the school's website or Xello.
Future Teacher's Conference | Posted 10/10/24
Interested in a career in education? NIU is hosting a future teacher's conference on Thurs, Nov 21. If you'd like to attend, sign up on Mrs. Mac's board by Oct 18 to reserve your spot. Questions? See Mrs. Mac!
Fall Baseball Meeting | Posted 10/10/24
Fall Baseball Meeting: Tues, Oct 15 at 6:30 pm in the student center. This is for players planning to play in the spring. If you're undecided, you're encouraged to attend. Parents welcome! Topics include: yearly schedule, fundraiser goals, roster count, spirit wear, and team communication. If you can't make it but plan to play, let Coach Cooper know!
Community Foundation of Fox River Valley Scholarship | Posted 10/9/24
Attention Seniors: Mrs. Mac will hold a meeting during SRT on Wed, Oct 16, about the Community Foundation of Fox River Valley Scholarship. It's one of the best scholarships for students attending a 4-year university, community college, or trade school. One app = many opportunities. Come learn more!
Human & Public Services Career Breakfast | Posted 10/9/24
Interested in a career in Human or Public Services (EMS, Daycare, Domestic Violence, Disabilities, Mental Health, Senior Citizens)? Join the Human & Public Services Career Breakfast on Thurs, Nov 7. Sign up on Mrs. McAnally's board by Oct 16 for registration info. Questions? See Mrs. Mac!
Library looking for Trunk or Treat Volunteers | Posted 10/9/24
Attention Students: Need volunteer hours? Like helping kids? The Charles B. Phillips Library needs student volunteers for their Trunk or Treat event on Sat, Oct 19, from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Help with games and temporary tattoos. Sign up on Mrs. Mac's board by Oct 15. Questions? See Mrs. Mac!
PSAT/NMSQT | Posted 10/8/24
If you signed up to take the PSAT/NMSQT, please check your email for an important message from Mrs. Mac.
JJC Nursing Info Sessions | Posted 9/19/24
Interested in a career in nursing? Joliet Junior College will host info sessions about admission to their nursing program on October 16 from 1-2 pm and on November 19 from 4-5 pm. Read More »
Adopt-a-Family Program | Posted 9/16/24
Is your family in need of any Christmas assistance this year? Please click on the flyer below for more information on the Adopt-a-Family Program provided by We Care of Grundy County (https://www.wecareofgrundy.com), a nonprofit charity serving the community by providing essential assistance and support to those in need.
Download the flyer in English: https://tinyurl.com/5czbz2m7 Download the flyer in Spanish: https://tinyurl.com/2s3fyyxt
Medications | Posted 9/9/24
ATTENTION Students, if you need to take any medications during the school day, prescription or non-prescription, you must see the school nurse. You may not carry any medications in your backpack without approval from the school nurse.
Covid-19 Guidelines | Posted 8/30/24
Newark Community High School has fully adopted the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Updated Covid-19 Guidelines. Read More »
-We will no longer be requiring 5 days of quarantine
-Please return to school when symptoms are improving overall and fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
-If the student is out of school for more than 3 days, a doctor's note is required to excuse these days absent. If you have any questions please contact NCHS School Nurse.
Amanda Yunker RN, PEL-CSN
ayunker@nchs18.org
815-695-5164
CDC updates and simplifies respiratory virus recommendations:
When people get sick with a respiratory virus, the updated guidance recommends that they stay home and away from others. The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication.
https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/p0301-respiratory-virus.html
-We will no longer be requiring 5 days of quarantine
-Please return to school when symptoms are improving overall and fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
-If the student is out of school for more than 3 days, a doctor's note is required to excuse these days absent. If you have any questions please contact NCHS School Nurse.
Amanda Yunker RN, PEL-CSN
ayunker@nchs18.org
815-695-5164
CDC updates and simplifies respiratory virus recommendations:
When people get sick with a respiratory virus, the updated guidance recommends that they stay home and away from others. The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication.
https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/p0301-respiratory-virus.html
2024-25 Newark Athletics Parent Information | Posted 6/10/24
Parents/Guardians of 2024-25 Newark Athletes, please see the following linked document regarding the upcoming sports season: https://www.nchs18.org/pdf/NCHS-sports-parent-info.pdf (PDF)
Before the season starts, please be sure to register your athlete through the NCHS Athletic page, have a current physical on file with NCHS (and the coop school if applicable), and have paid the $50.00 fee to NCHS or the coop. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gummerson or Mrs. Nuzzo. Thank you!
Before the season starts, please be sure to register your athlete through the NCHS Athletic page, have a current physical on file with NCHS (and the coop school if applicable), and have paid the $50.00 fee to NCHS or the coop. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gummerson or Mrs. Nuzzo. Thank you!
New Bleachers at NCHS! | Posted 7/9/24
Newark High School has installed new bleachers this summer. If you'd like a piece of the old bleachers, they can be yours for a donation of any amount to Newark Athletics. Contact tgummerson@nchs18.org or call 815.695.5164 for more information. Thank you for your support!
NCHS Awards | Posted 6/18/24
Newark Community High School has been organizing and is seeking new homes for a selection of plaques and trophies. If you're interested in any of these items, they can be yours for a donation of any amount to Newark Athletics. Please contact tgummerson@nchs18.org or call 815.695.5164. The list of plaques/trophies can be found here: https://nchs18.org/pdf/NCHS_Awards.pdf (PDF)
NCHS Awarded College Board Recognition | Posted 11/8/23
We are proud to announce that the College Board awarded Newark Community High School "Bronze recognition" on the 2023 AP School Honor Roll for the Class of 2023. Read More »
The AP® School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.
According to AP Central, schools must meet or exceed the criteria for a given recognition level for all three metrics, which includes college culture, college credit and college optimization.
NCHS placed bronze (46% of students) for college culture, bronze (26% of students) for college credit, and bronze (3% of students) for college optimization.
"As a small rural school we are proud to be able to offer our students the chance to take AP courses and earn college credits" said Principal Ulrich when asked to give a comment on this award. "As a school we are committed to providing all of our students a well rounded and challenging curriculum that prepares students for their next steps after NCHS."
For planning and goal setting purposes for schools, College Board listed the following criteria to earn silver status:
The AP® School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.
According to AP Central, schools must meet or exceed the criteria for a given recognition level for all three metrics, which includes college culture, college credit and college optimization.
NCHS placed bronze (46% of students) for college culture, bronze (26% of students) for college credit, and bronze (3% of students) for college optimization.
"As a small rural school we are proud to be able to offer our students the chance to take AP courses and earn college credits" said Principal Ulrich when asked to give a comment on this award. "As a school we are committed to providing all of our students a well rounded and challenging curriculum that prepares students for their next steps after NCHS."
For planning and goal setting purposes for schools, College Board listed the following criteria to earn silver status:
- Expand college culture by enabling 50% of the Class of 2024 to experience one AP course before graduating.
- Assist with college affordability by enabling 30% of the Class of 2024 to earn college credit by earning an AP Exam score of 3.
- Optimize student's college readiness by creating opportunities for 5% of the Class of 2024 to take a total of five APs across their high school years, with at least one taken in 9th or 10th grade.
Attendance Reminder
Just a reminder:
- If your student will be out of school, please contact the main office by 10:00 AM.
- If your student is going to an appointment, please have them bring a doctor's note when they return.
- See the NCHS handbook for clarification. Contact the office with any questions.
NCHS Earns Exemplary Designation for Second Year | Posted 10/30/23
Every year in October the Illinois State Board of Education provides each school with a summative rating. This rating compares Newark High School to all other high schools in the state of Illinois. This year we are proud to announce that Newark High School has been rated exemplary for the second year in a row. Read More »
An exemplary designation is only given to schools that rank in the top 10% of all high schools in Illinois. The teachers and staff at NCHS work hard on a daily basis to provide all our students with a quality education that is well rounded and prepares them for their next steps after high school. As an administrative staff we would like to acknowledge and thank our teachers for their hard work and dedication to their students at NCHS. While receiving an exemplary designation is an outstanding accomplishment and one to be proud of we will always strive to continually improve the educational and extracurricular experience for our students.
Dr. Lane Abrell – Interim Superintendent
Tim Ulrich – Principal
Tammy Gummerson – Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
An exemplary designation is only given to schools that rank in the top 10% of all high schools in Illinois. The teachers and staff at NCHS work hard on a daily basis to provide all our students with a quality education that is well rounded and prepares them for their next steps after high school. As an administrative staff we would like to acknowledge and thank our teachers for their hard work and dedication to their students at NCHS. While receiving an exemplary designation is an outstanding accomplishment and one to be proud of we will always strive to continually improve the educational and extracurricular experience for our students.
Dr. Lane Abrell – Interim Superintendent
Tim Ulrich – Principal
Tammy Gummerson – Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
U.S. News and World Report: Best High Schools | Posted 9/7/23
U.S. News and World Report has ranked Newark Community High School in the top 40% of all high schools in the United States. Out of the 723 high schools in Illinois we are ranked 168 which places us in the top 25% in Illinois. Follow this link for more detailed information about this prestigious ranking: https://tinyurl.com/pwphe6ye
State Report Card Results | Posted 10/28/22
Please see the attached letter in regards to Newark High School EXEMPLARY rating on the Illinois School Report Card.
State Report Card Results (PDF)
State Report Card Results (PDF)
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