🛝 Growing, growing... almost there! 🎉
Our new playground is taking shape, and we can’t wait for our students to test out all the fun! Next will come the poured in place rubber substrate under the equipment and above the drainage. We will keep the pictures coming as it continues to take shape!
Mark your calendars and come celebrate with us:
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 🗓 Saturday, October 17 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM ☕️ Light refreshments provided!
Bring the family, enjoy a snack, and be among the first to see the finished space. We can't wait to see you there! 🎈
🚌🚗 Your next opportunity is in the driver’s seat! 💚💛
Northumberland County Public Schools is hiring Substitute Bus Drivers AND Substitute Car Drivers!
Enjoy working with children? Dependable, patient, and safety-minded? We want YOU on our transportation team! 🙌
✅ FREE training provided
✅ No previous school bus driving experience needed
✅ Help our students arrive safely and ready to learn!
Ready to get rolling? Contact Mrs. Latasha Lee, Director of Human Resources:
📞 804-529-6134
📧 llee@nucps.net
Make a Difference. Drive the Future! Share this post to help us find our next great drivers! 🚌✨
#NCPSProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #DriveTheFuture #ForwardTogether
Northumberland County Public Schools is hiring Substitute Bus Drivers AND Substitute Car Drivers!
Enjoy working with children? Dependable, patient, and safety-minded? We want YOU on our transportation team! 🙌
✅ FREE training provided
✅ No previous school bus driving experience needed
✅ Help our students arrive safely and ready to learn!
Ready to get rolling? Contact Mrs. Latasha Lee, Director of Human Resources:
📞 804-529-6134
📧 llee@nucps.net
Make a Difference. Drive the Future! Share this post to help us find our next great drivers! 🚌✨
#NCPSProud #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #DriveTheFuture #ForwardTogether
Who says spelling has to be boring??? Mrs. Mulligan's 5th grade students spent time practicing their spelling words using sand writing! We love how this incorporates various modalities of learning. Great work 5th grade!
VIP Table reserved! 🏅🎖
These 5th graders cashed in their PBIS tickets for a special lunch with Principal Walston today! We are so proud of them for demonstrating the SEAS of Learning!
Pictured from left to right are:
Gabby Balsbaugh, Ronen Graifer, Owen Jones, Camden Gawen, Lennox King, and Benji Vessels
This is a calendar reminder about the upcoming Fall Break on October 9-12
followed by a Professional day for teachers on October 13.
Students will return on October 14 to start Quarter 2.
followed by a Professional day for teachers on October 13.
Students will return on October 14 to start Quarter 2.
"Making history come alive! 🏛️ Check out these pictures of our 4th grade field trip to Historic Christ Church!"
Sweet new beginnings! 🍩✨ Our Kindergarteners met their NHS Senior Buddies today! They spent their first monthly hangout getting to know each other with a fun Q&A and decorating donuts—because don't you want to know more about your buddy?! We can’t wait for our next adventure in October! A huge thank you to our NHS Seniors for creating these precious memories with our youngest Indians! 🏫❤️ #SeniorBuddies #NESIndians # #BuildingConnections
Big news on the playground front!
Rain or shine, our incredible site team has been hard at work making magic happen for our students! Despite all the soggy weather, progress hasn't stopped:
Underground Drainage: Done! The beneath-the-surface drainage is officially in place to keep our play area dry for future playtime.
Equipment Footings: Concrete footings are being set to anchor all the fun stuff coming soon!
Poured-in-Place Rubber Substrate: Next up, the PIP rubber turf will be poured directly over the footings and poles to create a safe, cushiony seal for our students.
It’s fair to say we’ve had plenty of "ground saturation" from all the rain, but we haven't had the official Groundbreaking yet due to all the mud! The School Board "digs in" for the official Groundbreaking this coming Monday to celebrate this major milestone.
If you come by the school at any time, please share some support to the hardworking crew on site! They’re doing an awesome job!
Rain or shine, our incredible site team has been hard at work making magic happen for our students! Despite all the soggy weather, progress hasn't stopped:
Underground Drainage: Done! The beneath-the-surface drainage is officially in place to keep our play area dry for future playtime.
Equipment Footings: Concrete footings are being set to anchor all the fun stuff coming soon!
Poured-in-Place Rubber Substrate: Next up, the PIP rubber turf will be poured directly over the footings and poles to create a safe, cushiony seal for our students.
It’s fair to say we’ve had plenty of "ground saturation" from all the rain, but we haven't had the official Groundbreaking yet due to all the mud! The School Board "digs in" for the official Groundbreaking this coming Monday to celebrate this major milestone.
If you come by the school at any time, please share some support to the hardworking crew on site! They’re doing an awesome job!
🎉 Congratulations to our September "Indians of the Month" for showing remarkable responsibility! ✨ For the past month we've focused on what responsibility looks like — following through, helping others, and making good choices — and these students truly stood out. 🎖️ Keep up the great work‼️
Dear NCPS Community,
Join Northumberland High School for 'One Sweet Night' 2026 Homecoming Parade, Friday, October 30th at 5 pm
Call to Action: Local Businesses and Clubs. Show your support for our students and community and join the parade! Complete the parade registration form by Friday, October 16th.
https://tinyurl.com/45jz2ut7
Contact Information: For more information, contact John Mothershead at jmothershead@nucps.net or (804) 580-5192 ext.3002
All after-school activities and athletic practices have been cancelled for today, September 23, 2026.
All after-school activities have been cancelled for today, September 22, 2026. This includes tutoring and practice.
We don’t just celebrate our IT professionals on National IT Professionals Day—we celebrate them every day!
The rain today may have dampened the ground, but it certainly hasn't dampened our spirits!
Our incredibly dedicated construction team is hard at work today pushing forward with the demolition of the old playground. Rain or shine, this crew is making sure progress doesn't stop!
That said, the School Board has decided to reschedule our official groundbreaking until tomorrow, weather permitting. As much as we love enthusiasm, today's event would have been more of a puddle-breaking than a ground-breaking!
Have no fear though, the heavy lifting is still actively underway, and big things are happening on site. Stay tuned for updates, but grab your boots just in case.
Our incredibly dedicated construction team is hard at work today pushing forward with the demolition of the old playground. Rain or shine, this crew is making sure progress doesn't stop!
That said, the School Board has decided to reschedule our official groundbreaking until tomorrow, weather permitting. As much as we love enthusiasm, today's event would have been more of a puddle-breaking than a ground-breaking!
Have no fear though, the heavy lifting is still actively underway, and big things are happening on site. Stay tuned for updates, but grab your boots just in case.
Exciting News, School Family & Community!
Going, going…almost gone!
Phase I of our new playground is officially underway as demolition began today! Weather permitting, the School Board will officially break ground on construction tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
We can’t wait to invite our families and community in to celebrate with everyone at a dedication and opening ceremony once Phase I wraps up in the first few weeks of October. If the weather stays on our side, we are also hoping to get Phase II completed before it turns too cold! Stay tuned!
Thank you for your continued support as we build an awesome new space for our students. We will keep you posted on our progress!
Going, going…almost gone!
Phase I of our new playground is officially underway as demolition began today! Weather permitting, the School Board will officially break ground on construction tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
We can’t wait to invite our families and community in to celebrate with everyone at a dedication and opening ceremony once Phase I wraps up in the first few weeks of October. If the weather stays on our side, we are also hoping to get Phase II completed before it turns too cold! Stay tuned!
Thank you for your continued support as we build an awesome new space for our students. We will keep you posted on our progress!
This is a reminder that parent/Teacher Conferences are on Wednesday, Sept 16, 2026, from 2- 6 p.m.
Students will be released from school at 12:05 pm.
Students will be released from school at 12:05 pm.
Your Presence Matters!
Every day in the classroom builds the foundation for your child's academic growth, confidence, and connection with peers. Being present and on time helps students stay on track, reach key learning milestones, and build bright futures.
To help support your family in building strong attendance habits, the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) offers valuable tools and insights:
VDOE Attendance & Truancy Resources: Explore state guidelines, attendance strategies, and family support tools at the Virginia Department of Education Attendance Information and Resources for Parents. (https://www.doe.virginia.gov/parents-students/parent-resources/attendance)
Attendance Works Collaboration: Access practical tips, family printable schedules, and habit-building guides via Attendance Works. (https://awareness.attendanceworks.org/)
Let's partner together to make every school day count!
Bus Evacuation Drill
All schools and district offices will be closed from Friday, September 4, 2026, to Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Classes and normal office hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Enjoy a safe and restful long weekend!
Good Afternoon,
Due to impending weather, all after-school activities have been canceled today, August 20th.
Due to impending weather, all after-school activities have been canceled today, August 20th.
