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!
Congratulations, Ty Steffen: National FFA 2024 Star Farmer Finalist! | Posted 7/19/24
Congratulations to Ty Steffen on his selection as a National FFA 2024 Star Farmer Finalist! This is the top award in the FFA nationally and a great honor for him and the entire Newark chapter!
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!
Kodi Rizzo - Times Softball Player of the Year | Posted 6/27/24
Congratulations to Kodi Rizzo, the 2024 Times Softball Player of the Year! Kodi became a clear leader for the Norsemen, achieving a 16-4 record, an area-best 0.51 ERA, and 238 strikeouts with just 16 walks over 109 innings pitched. Kodi's dedication and accomplishments have set her apart as a top athlete in the region. Way to go, Kodi!
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)
Kiara Wesseh - Record Newspapers Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year | Posted 6/14/24
Congratulations to Newark senior and Baylor recruit, Kiara Wesseh, for being named the Record Newspapers Girls Track and Field Athlete of the Year! Kiara won her second consecutive Class 1A state high jump championship and secured four state medals at the May state meet. Way to go, Kiara!
Diploma Portraits Available Online | Posted 5/28/24
Graduates and Parents, please follow this Google Drive link to view and download your Graduate's Portrait.
Teen Summer DMV Program | Posted 5/21/24
Attention Students and Parents who are getting their DRIVER'S LICENSE THIS SUMMER!!! Check out the Teen Summer DMV Program that is new this summer to make it more convenient for you to get your license! This will be in effect at SELECT DMV LOCATIONS (Plano is one of them!). See the letter attached! - Mrs. Grayson http://www.nchs18.org/pdf/Teen_Summer_DMV_Program.pdf (PDF)
April/May Newsletter Online | Posted 5/17/24
The April/May 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
Summer EBT Information | Posted 5/9/24
Summer EBT, or SUN Bucks, is a new permanent nutrition program authorized U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) to help families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. SUN Bucks 2024 will provide a $120 annual benefit to eligible children via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) issuance by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) later this summer. More basic information on the new federal program is available on the USDA website at
www.fns.usda.gov/sebt/household.
Download the flyer here: https://www.nchs18.org/pdf/summer_ebt.pdf (PDF)
Download the flyer here: https://www.nchs18.org/pdf/summer_ebt.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.
Check Out Our Awesome Teachers… | Posted 11/3/23
Check out the following links to news articles about our awesome teachers and their inspiring contributions to our school:
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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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