🎄 Norton Countdown to Winter Break! 🎄

We’re so excited to count down the days until Winter Break with fun, festive activities and dress-up days! ❄️✨
Check out what’s coming up and join us in the celebration!

🗓 Monday, December 15
🎅 Head-to-Toe Holiday Gear Day
Wear your favorite holiday hats, headbands, scarves, and socks!

🗓 Tuesday, December 16
🎨 Holiday Color Day
Choose one holiday color (red, green, gold, silver, white, etc.) and wear it from head to toe!

🗓 Wednesday, December 17
❄️ Wear your coziest flannel!

🗓 Thursday, December 18
🧸 Holiday Pajama Day
Wear your favorite holiday pajamas as we celebrate the upcoming break!

Thank you for helping us make this a joyful and festive week as we head into Winter Break! 💚❤️

🎄 ¡Cuenta Regresiva para las Vacaciones de Invierno en Norton! 🎄

¡Estamos muy emocionados de celebrar los días previos a las vacaciones de invierno con actividades divertidas y días de disfraces! ❄️✨
¡Acompáñenos en la celebración!

🗓 Lunes, 15 de diciembre
🎅 Día de Vestimenta Navideña de Pies a Cabeza
¡Use sus gorros, diademas, bufandas y calcetines navideños favoritos!

🗓 Martes, 16 de diciembre
🎨 Día de un Solo Color Navideño
Elija un color navideño (rojo, verde, dorado, plateado, blanco, etc.) y vístase de ese color de pies a cabeza.

🗓 Miércoles, 17 de diciembre
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usará franela cómoda

🗓 Jueves, 18 de diciembre
🧸 Día de Pijamas Navideñas
¡Use sus pijamas navideñas favoritas mientras celebramos la llegada de las vacaciones!

Gracias por ayudarnos a hacer de esta semana una celebración alegre antes de las vacaciones de invierno. 💚❤️

25 days ago, Norton Elementary
Winter break

📣 You're Invited: Community Input Sessions – Our Schools, Future Ready

Alachua County Public Schools has launched Our Schools—Future Ready, a long-term planning initiative to ensure our local public schools are positioned for future success. We’re inviting families, students, staff, and all community members to help shape this important work.

Public input will guide recommendations for the 2026–27 school year and create a long-term roadmap to support strong schools across the county. Sessions are open-house style; you may come and go at any time.

🕠 All sessions run 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📍 Upcoming Community Input Sessions (December 2025):

  • Monday, December 8 – Eastside High School Media Center
    1201 SE 43rd Street, Gainesville

  • Tuesday, December 9 – Oak View Middle School Cafeteria
    1203 SW 250th Street, Newberry

  • Wednesday, December 10 – Westwood Middle School Multipurpose Room
    3215 NW 15th Avenue, Gainesville

  • Thursday, December 11 – High Springs Community School Cafeteria
    19559 Main Street, High Springs

  • Monday, December 15 – Buchholz High School Media Center
    5510 NW 27th Avenue, Gainesville

  • Wednesday, December 17 – Kanapaha Middle School Cafeteria
    5005 SW 75th Street, Gainesville

  • Thursday, December 18 – Hawthorne Middle/High School Media Center
    21403 SE 69th Avenue, Hawthorne

🌐 Learn more: https://www.alachuaschools.net/o/acps/page/ourschoolsfutureready
Your voice matters—help shape the future of our schools!

📣 Invitación: Sesiones de Opinión Comunitaria – Nuestras Escuelas, Preparadas para el Futuro

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Alachua han lanzado Our Schools—Future Ready, una iniciativa de planificación a largo plazo para asegurar que nuestras escuelas públicas estén preparadas para el éxito futuro. Invitamos a familias, estudiantes, personal y a todos los miembros de la comunidad a participar y compartir sus opiniones.

La opinión pública ayudará a guiar las recomendaciones para el año escolar 2026–27 y a crear un plan a largo plazo que apoye escuelas fuertes en todo el condado. Las sesiones son en formato de casa abierta; pueden entrar y salir en cualquier momento.

🕠 Todas las sesiones se llevarán a cabo de 5:30 PM a 7:30 PM

📍 Próximas Sesiones de Opinión Comunitaria (diciembre de 2025):

  • Lunes, 8 de Diciembre – Eastside High School, Centro de Medios
    1201 SE 43rd Street, Gainesville

  • Martes, 9 de Diciembre – Oak View Middle School, Cafetería
    1203 SW 250th Street, Newberry

  • Miércoles, 10 de Diciembre – Westwood Middle School, Salón de Usos Múltiples
    3215 NW 15th Avenue, Gainesville

  • Jueves, 11 de Diciembre – High Springs Community School, Cafetería
    19559 Main Street, High Springs

  • Lunes, 15 de Diciembre – Buchholz High School, Centro de Medios
    5510 NW 27th Avenue, Gainesville

  • Miércoles, 17 de Diciembre – Kanapaha Middle School, Cafetería
    5005 SW 75th Street, Gainesville

  • Jueves, 18 de Diciembre – Hawthorne Middle/High School, Centro de Medios
    21403 SE 69th Avenue, Hawthorne

🌐 Más información: https://www.alachuaschools.net/o/acps/page/ourschoolsfutureready
¡Su voz es importante! Ayúdenos a dar forma al futuro de nuestras escuelas.

29 days ago, Norton Elementary
Consolidation

🎓 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.

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Magnet Showcase

🌟 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.

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
September Citizens of the Month
Families of students in 5th through 10th grade can sign up now for their student to 'shadow' in one or more middle/high school academic and career tech magnet programs so they can experience first-hand what these programs have to offer. The shadowing window is Nov 13-Dec 12. More info at https://www.alachuaschools.net/magnets.
3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
ACPS Magnet Programs

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

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
UF Football Fundraiser

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

3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Check out upcoming events and other happenings in Alachua County Public Schools in this month's iNews! https://conta.cc/48KKGRL
3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
I News October
The Florida Department of Health has created a website (floridahealth.gov/diabetes) for the families of PreK - 1st grade students on the early detection of diabetes.
3 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Progress reports available on Family Access or by requesting a paper copy from school. Instructions for accessing progress reports available at alachuaschools.net/progressreports
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Free Online Therapy for Students – Hazel Health

Norton Elementary provides all students access to Hazel Health’s online therapy program at no cost to families.

Through Hazel Health, students are matched with licensed therapists who specialize in child and teen development. Sessions are free, online, and convenient—families pay $0 out of pocket.

How to Request Therapy for Your Child:

  1. Create an account (or log in) at https://my.hazel.co/patient/signup and click “Request Online Therapy.”

  2. Select your child (add them if not listed).

  3. Complete the consent form and answer the short pre-screening questions.

  4. Choose your preferred language, describe the reason for therapy, and enter your contact information.

  5. Schedule a quick 10-minute enrollment call with Hazel’s team.

After the call, Hazel Health will guide you through scheduling your child’s first therapy appointment.

Learn more at hazel.co

Terapia en línea gratuita para estudiantes – Hazel Health

Norton Elementary ofrece a todos los estudiantes acceso al programa de terapia en línea de Hazel Health sin costo para las familias.

A través de Hazel Health, los estudiantes son emparejados con terapeutas licenciados que se especializan en el desarrollo de niños y adolescentes. Las sesiones son gratuitas, en línea y convenientes—las familias pagan $0 de su bolsillo.

Cómo solicitar terapia para su hijo/a:

  1. Cree una cuenta (o inicie sesión) en https://my.hazel.co/patient/signup y haga clic en “Solicitar terapia en línea.”

  2. Seleccione a su hijo/a (agréguelo si no aparece).

  3. Complete el formulario de consentimiento y responda las breves preguntas de preselección.

  4. Elija su idioma preferido, describa la razón para la terapia e ingrese su información de contacto.

  5. Programe una breve llamada de inscripción de 10 minutos con el equipo de Hazel.

Después de la llamada, Hazel Health le ayudará a programar la primera cita de terapia de su hijo/a.

Más información en hazel.co

4 months ago, Norton Elementary
Hazel
Hazel 2

Thank you to the team from UF Health that provided Stop the Bleed training for principals today. As with our recent training on reunifying families after a school crisis, today's session is another example of the district's commitment to the safety and well-being of students, families and staff.

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
stop the bleed lecture
STB Trainer
STB modeling
Stop the Bleedsimulator

🎉🥋 Calling All Norton Knights! 🥋🎉

We are excited to announce that Pro Taekwondo is offering classes right here at Norton Elementary!

✨ Details:

  • Classes available for all grade levels

  • Focus on discipline, respect, confidence, and fitness

  • Led by experienced Taekwondo instructors

  • Fun, engaging, and safe environment

📍 Where: Norton Elementary- Covered Court


📅 When: 2-2:45pm

  • Tuesday, October 21

  • Thursday, October 23

  • Tuesday, October 28

  • Thursday, October 30

💲 Cost: $25 — 100% of the proceeds go to the Norton Knights!


💵 Payment Options:

  • Cash

  • Check (payable to Norton Elementary School)

  • Online via MySchoolBucks

👉 Sign up today and give your child the opportunity to learn new skills, stay active, and build confidence through the art of Taekwondo!

For more information, contact:
📞 (352) 872-6635
🌐 www.protkd.net

Let’s kick off an amazing year together! 💪🐾

4 months ago, Norton Elementary
Pro Taekwondo

Norton Spirit Night on 9/26

4 months ago, Isa Carter
Join us for Norton's first Spirit Night for the 25-26 school year!
Mark your calendars for Norton Elementary's Open House. This is a great way to get involved in your child's education. We can't wait to see you there!
5 months ago, C. W. Norton Elementary School
Open House
Protect your family from flu. Sign up your child for free FluMist at school. Info and consent form at alachuaschools.net/flumist
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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📣 It’s Here! A better way to stay connected!

Starting today, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Alachua County Public Schools app—or by text and email if you prefer.

Check out this short video with more information!

This is communication, simplified!

5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Alachua County Public Schools App
Early release Wednesdays start August 13 at all elementary schools and High Springs Community School, A. Quinn Jones School, Sidney Lanier School and Duval Early Learning Academy. Specific school hours are available at alachuaschools.net/schoolhours
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
With a new state law limiting the use of cell phones and other devices, ACPS has revised its guidelines. More information at alachuaschools.net/cellphones.
5 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
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Please join us in welcoming our new Principal, Isa Carter! We are excited to begin this new chapter under her leadership and look forward to having her vision, experience, and passion help shape the future of Norton Elementary.
5 months ago, C. W. Norton Elementary School
Principal, Isa Carter - welcome to Norton message