Student Council Meeting | Posted 5/13/26

Our next meeting will take place on Thursday, May 14th at 7:30AM in Mrs. McCoy's classroom. Yes, 7:30AM! See you then to put together the final exam survival kits.

Update on Spring ACT Scores | Posted 5/13/26

ACT has informed us that they have discovered a need to reissue scores for students who took the online ACT test this spring during school-day testing. The score that you received in your MyACT account from the ACT you took at school on April 8, 2026 will be reissued. Schools across the state received this same information.
ACT stated that:
-Scores will be available again no later than June 2.
-Composite scores and section scores will remain the same OR go up slightly based on your individual performance. Your scores will NOT be lower than what was previously released.
-ACT will post revised scores to you and your parent or guardian via MyACT (if you have an account) and to your school.

FFA Greenhouse Sale, Sat., May 16th | Posted 5/13/26

The Newark FFA will be having a greenhouse sale on Saturday, May 16th, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Newark FFA Greenhouse. 413 Chicago Road, Newark, IL

Gamer's Club | Posted 5/11/26

Gamer's Club will be on Tuesdays, this week and next! 3-5 pm. Hope to see you there! Bring some friends!

AP testing | Posted 5/11/26

There will be no bells this week for the morning classes due to AP testing. Room 301 is being used for testing, so on Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday Ms. Monroe's health class will meet in the Student Center and Mr. Cooper's Driver's Ed class will meet in the LRC. On Tuesday PE classes will meet in the LRC.

Volleyball and Basketball Summer Camps | Posted 5/4/26

For those that are interested in summer camps, please click the links below for information on volleyball and girls basketball. Baseball summer camp details will be coming soon.

Newark High School Seeking Bids | Posted 4/29/26

Newark High School is seeking bids for HVAC work. All bids are due to the district by May 14, 2026 at 2pm. Please see this bid document with specifics. https://www.nchs18.org/pdf/Notice-to-Bidders-5-2-26.pdf

Tony Awards | Posted 4/28/26

Join us for a special evening celebrating this year’s musical, Guys and Dolls! Our Tony Awards Night will take place on Sunday, May 17th from 4:30–6:30 PM. (note new time) All are invited to attend as we recognize the hard work and talent that brought this production to life. We hope to see you there! Download the Flyer (PDF)

IVVC Outstanding Spring Student  | Posted 4/16/26

Congratulations to Newark High School’s Eva Smith for being named an Outstanding Spring Student in the EMS program at Indian Valley Vocational Center! Recognized for her genuine passion and dedication to professional growth, Eva consistently stands out for her commitment to excellence and positive attitude. We are incredibly proud of her hard work and look forward to her future success as a member of the EMS community.

Summer 2026 Driver Education | Posted 4/8/26

Summer 2026 Driver Education is open! Students must be 15 by May 2nd. Classes run June 1–4 and June 8–11, 8 AM–12 PM. Fees: $150 in-district, $250 out-of-district. Attendance is required, plus 6 hours driving and observation. Limited spots—register by May 1!

2026 Bobcat Soccer Camp | Posted 4/7/26

Registration is open for the 2026 Bobcat Soccer Camp! Open to K–12 players, the camp runs July 13–16 at Somonauk High School Soccer Fields. Bring shin guards and a ball. Submit forms by May 15 to guarantee a camp shirt or custom jersey. Download the flyer for full details on times and costs. Questions: Coach Jonathan Liechty (815.797.2230).

March Newsletter Online | Posted 3/20/26

The March newsletter, created by Publication Productions Class, is now online and may be viewed by following this link:
https://www.nchs18.org/_newsletter.html

Coaching Openings for 2026-2027 | Posted 3/20/26

Newark High School has the following coaching openings for the 26-27 school year: Junior Varsity Boys Basketball Coach, Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach. Interested candidates can apply here:

Newark Baseball Spirit Wear Link Is Live! | Posted 2/23/26

Spring baseball season is almost here, and it's time to gear up and show your Norsemen pride! Our Newark Baseball Spirit Wear store is officially open. Don’t miss your chance to grab fresh gear for the season — perfect for players, parents, and fans alike. Let’s pack the stands in blue and white and support Newark Baseball all season long!

Congratulations to Our Illinois State Scholars | Posted 12/15/25

Four Newark High School seniors have been named Illinois State Scholars, an honor awarded by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission to the top 10% of seniors statewide based on standardized test scores and unweighted GPA. Congratulations to Shae Cotton, Cody Kulbartz, Heather Buhle, and Sadie Pottinger on this outstanding academic achievement.

Students: Need to see Mrs. Ahearn? | Posted 8/11/25

Students can request to see Mrs. Ahearn by following the new request link on the Guidance Pagenew request link on the Guidance Page. After Mrs. Ahearn receives your request, she will issue you a pass on Minga. Please ask your teacher to come to Mrs. Ahearn's Office at the time listed on the pass. Please Note: This form is only monitored during school hours. If it is an emergency, please ask your teacher to come to the School Counselor's Office. This form is for students to request to see the counselor. Parents should email Mrs. Ahearn at wahearn@nchs18.org.

Attendance Reminder for the 2025–2026 School Year

Regular attendance is key to student success! Please keep these important reminders in mind:
  1. Reporting an Absence – If your student will be out of school, contact Michelle Nuzzo in the main office by 10:00 AM at 815-695-5164 ext. 290.
  2. Appointments – If your student is leaving school for an appointment, please have them bring a doctor’s note when they return.
  3. More Information – For details, see the NCHS Handbook or contact the office with any questions.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep accurate attendance records!

Emergency School Closing Information

Emergency school closing information will be announced on this website, by phone to all parents through the SwiftK12 communication system and on WSPY 107.1 FM

If bad weather or other emergency occurs during the day, please listen to local media stations for possible early dismissal information. For your child's safety, make certain your child knows ahead of time where to go in case of an early dismissal.
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