Support Project 209: Help Fill Our Micro Pantry! | Posted 11/6/24

Join us in supporting Project 209, sponsored by Student Council, to help stock our micro pantry! 176 students + 33 staff members = 209, we’re aiming to raise $209 by November 15th. If each person contributes just $1 (or more), we can reach our goal together. As a thank you, everyone who contributes will enjoy hot chocolate and candy canes during lunch. Let’s come together to make a difference! View the flyer (PDF)

ACES | Posted 11/6/24

Show off your academic skills in the Academic Challenge (ACES), a test-based competition for Illinois high school students. Compete in two subjects of your choice from biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering graphics, English, math, and physics. Regional competition is in February. Sign up by Friday, November 15—see or email Mr. Hall!

Winter sports picture day 11/26 | Posted 11/4/24

Please note: Winter sports picture day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, starting at 2:30 PM. Photos will be taken for Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, and senior Band members.

2nd Annual Blue & White Night | Posted 11/4/24

Join us for the 2nd Annual Newark Norsemen Blue & White Night on Friday, Nov 15, 2024! Warm-ups start at 5:30 PM, and the event kicks off at 6:00 PM in the Newark High School Gym. Meet the 2024-25 girls' and boys' basketball teams, enjoy games, prizes, a 50/50 raffle, a baked goods raffle, and a season preview scrimmage. Concessions will be available, and admission is free! Game entry is just $1, supporting the Newark basketball programs. Let’s fill the gym and show our Norsemen pride! Flyer: https://tinyurl.com/4jssj5rh (PDF)

REGIONAL CHAMPIONS! | Posted 11/1/24

Congrats to the Lady Norsemen volleyball team on their 25-20, 25-23 Regional Championship win over Aurora Christian! They advance to the Sectional semifinal on Tuesday, Nov 5th, 7:00 p.m. at Polo High School (100 S Union Ave, Polo, IL) vs. Stockton. Tickets are $7 online via GoFan (https://gofan.co/app/school/IL22502) or $8 cash at the door. No conference passes accepted. Go Lady Norsemen and coaches!

NCHS Boosters Spirit Wear! | Posted 10/31/24

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Show your school pride with Spirit Wear from NCHS Boosters! Order by Dec 13 to receive it by Christmas. Order here: https://apprint.net/index.php?route=product/category#!/Newark-Norseman-Spirit-Wear/c/96126005.

Choose shipping or pickup at 15776 Lisbon Center Rd, Newark. Orders ready in 7-10 business days. Orders after Dec 13 are not guaranteed by Christmas.

Student Council Meeting 11/6 | Posted 10/30/24

The next Student Council meeting will be on Wednesday, November 6th during SRT. This is a mandatory meeting for all members of the Student Council as we discuss micro-pantry goals for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Congratulations, Landon! | Posted 10/30/24

Congratulations to Landon, named IVVC's Outstanding Fall Student! Known for his dedication and leadership, Landon consistently goes above and beyond in both the classroom and the shop, always helping classmates and excelling in welding and fabrication. His instructor is proud of his hard work and excited to see what he achieves after high school.

Basketball Registration | Posted 10/29/24

Basketball season is starting soon! Please register using the following link: https://manage.snap.app/register/newarkhs/dashboard/home. You must have a current physical on file and register before the first day of practice. All sports fees and physicals can be turned in at the office please do not pay online! If you have any questions, contact Tammy Gummerson. Thank you.

Fannie May Orders to Arrive by Nov. 7 | Posted 10/29/24

Our Fannie May distributor has informed us that our delivery is expected to arrive by next Thursday, November 7, 2024. The delay was due to the Mint Meltaways being on back order! Thank you for your patience!

Newark Baseball Fall Spirit Wear | Posted 10/29/24

Newark Baseball Fall Spirit Wear is Here! We are fortunate enough to have two stores this year. Order from one store or both! Order your Norsemen gear just in time for the holidays. Will make the perfect present for your favorite Newark Baseball fan! Store dates and links are listed below.
Store open from 10/28 - 11/1
Store open from 10/28 - 11/11

Sophomore Meeting with Mrs. Mac | Posted 10/28/24

Attention Sophomores: Mrs. Mac will hold a sophomore meeting on Monday, November 4, during SRT. Report to your SRT for attendance and then head immediately to the Student Center for the meeting. All sophomores should attend, as this meeting is about the option of attending IVVC during the junior and senior year and an upcoming field trip to IVVC for all sophomores.

Cap & Gown Order Information | Posted 10/24/24

Order your cap & gown now through Herff Jones to meet the DECEMBER 6TH, 2024 deadline. Late orders will incur fees. Visit www.HerffJonesIL.com or call 815-756-4743. For questions, contact Meghan McCoy or Hannah Kotora. View the flyer here (PDF).

October Newsletter Online | Posted 10/18/24

The October newsletter, created by Publication Productions Class, is now online and may be viewed by following this link: https://www.newarkhs.k12.il.us/_newsletter.html

TALK | Posted 10/18/24

The T.A.L.K half-day event is on November 8th! T.A.L.K (Teens Activating the Language of Kindness) hosts two yearly events with group activities to help students build connections. Sign-ups start today during lunch and run through next week. Pick up a permission slip, due to Ms. Elliott by Thursday, October 24th. We hope to see you there!

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!

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!

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

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!

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:

• 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:

1. If your student will be out of school, please contact the main office by 10:00 AM.
2. If your student is going to an appointment, please have them bring a doctor's note when they return.
3. 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

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)

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