The Alachua County Public Schools Curriculum Department formally announces the review process for the 2025-2026 Instructional Materials Adoption for K-12 ELA, K-3 ELA Intervention, Personal Finance, K-5 Art, K-5 Music, World Languages, and Personal Fitness.
View the materials at www.alachuaschools.net/textbookadoption
Thank A Teacher Program:
Each month, you can nominate a teacher who inspires, supports, and makes a difference.
One teacher will be spotlighted each month and awarded $250.
Visit https://edfoundationac.org and click "Thank a Teacher" under the "Programs" tab!
Spots are filling up for our Family Paint Night, and we’d love to see your family there! Join fellow NES families for a fun evening of creativity and community.
Each painter will receive:
✨ A ceramic figurine of their choice
✨ All painting supplies provided
✨ Kiln firing by Corks & Colors (finished pieces will be sent back to NES for pickup!)
🕒 Arrival Times:
When registering, you’ll select a 15-minute arrival window to help us keep things running smoothly. Please arrive on time and plan to finish painting within the 45-minute timeframe so we can accommodate everyone.
🎨 Choose Your Ceramic:
Each painter will select 1 of 4 ceramic options during online registration so Corks & Colors can bring the right quantities.
💲 Cost: $10 per person painting
⚠️ Important: Seating is limited due to cafeteria space. Please eat dinner beforehand—food will not be provided.
We can’t wait to paint with you and create something special together!
👉 Sign up here: https://familypaintnight26.cheddarup.com
💵 Need to pay with cash? Email us at newberryelementarypto@gmail.com
Let’s fill the cafeteria with creativity! 🎨✨
3rd Grade Families,
Please join us for 3rd Grade Data Night on February 10 from 6 to 7pm.
You will have the opportunity to discuss your students' data, ask questions, and learn at-home strategies to promote proficiency.
The Third Grade Team asks that you make it a priority to attend this Data Night on February 10th from 6pm to 7pm.
Please fill out the Santa grams on this sheet, place them along with your payment in an envelope, and return it to your child’s teacher by December 16th, 2025.
Thank you for helping support our Safety Patrols and for adding a little extra magic to the season!
Alachua County Public Schools is actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Bus Drivers. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to support our students every day.
Job Highlights & Benefits
Great Pay: $18.27 - $25.79 per hour (based on experience).
Flexible Work: Full-time & Part-time drivers needed for daily routes, field trips, and more.
Time Off: 180 work days and 6 paid holidays.
Full Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision coverage, and enrollment in the Florida Retirement System.
We Train New Drivers: We will pay you to train for your CDL Class B Licensing with the Passenger and School Bus endorsements!
Hiring Fair Event
Ready to apply? Attend our upcoming Transportation Hiring Fair!
Dates: November 18th and 19th
Time: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: 620 E. University Avenue, Gainesville, FL
Apply Now
You can submit an official application immediately by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by visiting the School Website at WWW.SBAC.EDU.
Help us keep our students moving safely!
🦃 Join Us for a Thanksgiving Feast at Newberry Elementary! 🍎
We invite you to share a special Thanksgiving Feast with your child right here at school!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 20th. You will join your child in the cafeteria during their regularly scheduled lunch period (please check with your child's teacher for the exact time).
🍽️ Feast Menu Highlights:
Roast Turkey & Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Holiday Dressing
Fresh Baked Dinner Roll
Baked Apple Crisp
Farm to School Satsumas
🎟️ Details and RSVP
Cost: $5.00 per guest (cash or check only; exact cash preferred). Payment will be collected on the day of the event.
RSVP is required so we can plan accordingly!
Please click the link below to let us know you are coming by Tuesday, November 18th:
👉 bit.ly/4oqE4NH
We look forward to celebrating the season and sharing this wonderful meal with you and your student!
For more information, please contact the front office at 352.472.1100.
Every student will bring home a flyer with instructions on how to activate their Read-A-Thon account. Once your student is registered, you’ll be able to log their daily reading minutes online. (Even if you don’t plan to fundraise, logging minutes through the online portal helps us track our schoolwide progress and students are still competing for the most minutes read!)
Our Goal:
We’re aiming for a school-wide total of 110,000 reading minutes!
That’s just 15 minutes a day per student — and every minute counts, whether your child is reading independently, reading to you, or listening as you read together.
Two Ways to Track Reading Minutes:
Preferred Method: Create your online account here → https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/bUFAsU?utm=email
Once your student is registered, log daily reading directly in the portal.
Paper Log: If you prefer, you can use the reading log that will be provided by your teacher. Be sure to turn it in at the end of each week!
Let’s show our Panther Pride and make this Read-A-Thon our best one yet!
🎓 Find Your Future at the 2025 Magnet Showcase!
Families — don’t miss your chance to explore the many magnet options available at our elementary, middle, and high schools!
Learn more about open house dates, shadowing opportunities, and application deadlines all in one place.
📅 Saturday, October 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Alachua County Sports and Event Center
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville
🚗 Due to another event in the area, please enter Celebration Pointe from Archer Rd and park in the South Parking Garage before following the signage and walking to the Sports & Event Center.
Visit 🔗 www.alachuaschools.net/magnets for details.
🌟 Celebrating Our Citizens of the Month! 🌟
Congratulations to all the Alachua County Public Schools students recognized as Citizens of the Month! These students are being celebrated for their kindness, leadership, and positive contributions to their school communities.
Thank you to Mainstreet Daily News, Bosshardt Realty and the Children’s Trust of Alachua County for sponsoring this wonderful recognition program.
Cheer on the Gators and support ACPS staff appreciation programs by purchasing discounted tickets to the UF Homecoming game vs. Mississippi state on October 18 at 4:15. gofevo.com/group/Alachuacounty6
Open Houses for academic and career tech magnet programs begin next week AND the annual Magnet Showcase is October 25 from 10-1 at the Alachua County Sports and Event Center at Celebration Pointe. . More open house, Showcase and application info is available at alachuaschools.net/magnets
