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In this Issue: 

• Thanksgiving Letter from Superintendent Dr. Rosanna Mucetti
• Empowering Students through Empathy: The On Track Collaborative
• Elementary Teachers Show Dedication to High-Quality Reading Instruction
• Congratulations to Principal Maria Cisneros
• Congratulations to Expanded Learning Opportunities Manager, Audrey Dawkins
• NVUSD Trustees’ Role as School Board Members
• Empowering Digital Safety: Join Our Virtual Sessions on Combating Online Bullying
• Matriculation Night at the Ed Center
• Strategic Visioning Community Engagement Opportunities
• Celebrating Cultural Diversity: Unidos Hosts Successful Dual Immersion Town Hall
• It’s Open Enrollment Time!
• Thanksgiving Feast Thanks to Our Central Kitchen - NOSH

Many already know that NVUSD school board members hold board meetings twice per month or approximately 26 times a year. Board members also spend considerable time refining governance practices, carrying out the Superintendent evaluation process, and attending subcommittee meetings on finance, policy, and curriculum, to name a few. However, this is just the beginning of their work and commitment. Read more about the role our NVUSD’s Board plays in leading the Napa Valley Unified School District by scrolling down.

Two NVUSD secondary schools are part of the On Track Collaborative. This initiative focuses on the critical transition from middle to high school. Our educators at Silverado Middle School, Napa High School, and the Secondary Instructional Support Services Team are collaborating with other California school districts. The goal is to:

•  improve alignment among 8th and 9th grade staff 

• enhance college and career readiness outcomes for students

In this Issue: 

• The Pushouts: Film Screening and In-Person Conversation with Dr. Rios
• It’s Open Enrollment Time! 
• Discover the World of Opportunities: Explore Our Magnet Schools Today!
• Fill Out Our Strategic Visioning Survey by November 10 and Attend Our Open House November 4
• NVUSD Dual Language Immersion Night - November 8
• NVUSD Student Advisory Council to Shape Education and Student Experience
• Smart Social Parent Internet and Social Media Resources
• Día de los Muertos - Downtown Napa - Saturday, November 4
• Opening Doors to College: Free PSAT/NMSQT for NVUSD Juniors
• Inclusion Spotlight
• Elementary Progress Reports
• Last Chance to Sign Up for Coffee with the Superintendent at Donaldson Way
• Last Chance to Nominate an Employee of the Year!

We are excited to invite you to watch our newly released videos that showcase the unique programs of our Magnet Schools during the open enrollment window! These videos provide an in-depth look at the innovative and enriching learning experiences offered at each of our Magnet Schools.

• Increase students’ role in the development of LCAP goals and actions

• Understand the basics of District funding

• Create and put in place options to improve the student learning experience. These council will base the options on the NVUSD the 2022-2023 identified areas of growth

• Empower students to have a voice in their educational experience

The Flex period is a modified advisory period. It was first introduced in our district at Redwood Middle School over five years ago. Last year, Flex was adopted by all middle schools as a result of the Middle School design process. The concept merges study hall with the resposive support of targeted academic intervention. The goal of Flex is to ensure the success of every student.

• Professional Development Day: The Power of Collective Impact 
• Empowering Success: Our Approach to Elementary Reading, Writing, and Math
• It’s Open Enrollment Time!
• Strategic Visioning Open House in Napa and American Canyon
• Introducing Middle School Flex: Learning Intervention Reimagined
• Board of Education Students of the Month
• Nominations for Employees of the Year Are Open!
• Elementary Progress Reports
• Last Chance to Sign Up for Coffee with the Superintendent at Napa High
• Young Entrepreneurs Shine at the Children’s Business Fair
• The Pushouts: Film Screening and In-Person Conversation with Dr. Rios

In our elementary schools, our focus is to provide instruction in an Ecosystem of Cariño where we provide rigorous, high-quality, and supportive instruction in reading, writing, and math. We want to make sure our students are not only learning, but also enjoying and connecting with what they're learning! 

We welcome our students and families to learn more about our High School programs. We have information sessions and school tours scheduled throughout Open Enrollment, October 15-November 30. Even if you plan to attend your home school during the 2024-2025 school year, we encourage students and families to begin to build a connection with their future school community. Sign up today for an informational tour!