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05.30.2023

Good morning Warrior Families,

We hope you enjoyed the holiday weekend and are geared up for all things SUMMER!!  We have a few summer reminders to get you started.

First, remember that YMCA Summer Camp will begin tomorrow, Wednesday, May 31.

NDS summer office hours are Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.  

Summer School for grades K-8th grade will be June 5-28.  The time is from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Drop off will begin at 7:45 a.m. in the normal car rider line. Students must be picked up no later than 12:45 p.m. in the normal car rider line. Students need to bring a snack, water bottle, and lunch.

The 2023-2024 school supply list can be found here.  You can also find the list on our website homepage at ndschool.org.

Don't forget the ease of school supply shopping is covered through our partnership with EduKit school supplies again this summer.  Order NOW for an easy way to get your school supplies taken care of and delivered directly to your student's classroom just in time for the first day of school on Tuesday, September 5.  The free shipping cut off date for ordering is July 7. The flyer below has a QR code to link you to all the important information.  In addition, a hard copy flyer was sent home with your student this week.

You can register your students now for NDS Summer Sports Camps happening in July.  You can download the registration form and email it to Coach Brooks at mbrooks@ndschool.org or drop it off at the school.

Also, Mrs. Ishuin-Lail has her STEM Camps planned and ready for students to register.  Check out all the details here.

Don't forget that Best of Burke 2023 nominations and voting has begun.  Cast you nominations NOW for New Dimensions School: A Public Charter School and our awesome administrators and teachers!!

https://morganton.com/contests/best-of-burke-2023/

Have a fantastic summer!!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

05.22.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

As we finish up our 2022-2023 school year, we are already in the planning process for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.  As such, we are partnering with EduKit school supplies again this summer for an easy way to get your school supplies taken care of and delivered directly to your student's classroom just in time for the first day of school on Tuesday, September 5.  The free shipping cut off date for ordering is July 7. The flyer below has a QR code to link you to all the important information.  In addition, a hard copy flyer will be coming home with your student this week.

Also, Mrs. Ishuin-Lail has her STEM Camps planned and ready for students to register.  Check out all the details here.

Finally, don't forget that EOGs begin tomorrow, Tuesday, May 23 and again on Wednesday, May 24 for 3rd - 8th grade students.  Please remind your students to get plenty of rest and to do his or her best!  In addition, Kindergarten - 2nd grade Field Day will be held tomorrow on the NDS Athletic Field from 12:00-3:00 p.m.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

05.17.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

We have a few reminders as we finish up the week.  We are quickly nearing the end of school and there are many things going on!

Tomorrow, Thursday, May 18, will be a dress down day for Burke County Animal Services.  In order to dress down, students must bring one or more animal care items or canned dog/cat food item.  Tomorrow is also the final $2 Icee Day for the school year.  Also, the NDS Board Meeting will be held in the Wilkerson Auditorium at 4 p.m.  Please email Kelly Lookadoo at klookadoo@ndschool.org to request a Zoom link.                 

On Friday, May 19, students can begin the end of year dress downs.  Friday is also EOG Science testing for 5th and 8th grade students.

To end the week, the Middle School Sports Banquet will be held at the NDS Athletic Field on Saturday, May 20 beginning at 12 p.m.

Also, please remember that all medications must picked up from the school by the last day, Friday, May 26, or they will be discarded.

Finally, don't forget that Best of Burke 2023 nominations and voting has begun.  Cast you nominations NOW for New Dimensions School: A Public Charter School and our awesome administrators and teachers!!

https://morganton.com/contests/best-of-burke-2023/

Enjoy your afternoon!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

05.14.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

On Monday, May 15 at 6:15 p.m., the 5th grade band students will perform for parents in Cafe 2 at the school.

Tuesday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m., the middle school band and chorus students will perform their spring concert at Catawba Valley Baptist Church.

Thursday, May 18, will be a dress down day for Burke County Animal Services.  In order to dress down, students must bring one or more animal care items or canned dog/cat food item.  In addition, Thursday is also the final $2 Icee Day for the school year.  Also that day, the NDS Board Meeting will be held in the Wilkerson Auditorium at 4 p.m.  Please email Kelly Lookadoo at klookadoo@ndschool.org to request a Zoom link.

On Friday, May 19, students can begin the end of year dress downs.  Friday is also EOG Science testing for 5th and 8th grade students.

To end the week, the Middle School Sports Banquet will be held at the NDS Athletic Field on Saturday, May 20 beginning at 12 p.m. 

Feel free to contact me at jdavis@ndschool.org with any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school.

Dr. James Davis, NDS Director

05.03.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following are a few reminders as we finish up our week.

If you haven't already, remember to take the opportunity to thank our teachers this week as part of Teacher Appreciation Week, May 1 - 5.

Also, thank you to everyone who has participated in the Drama Club's $1 Spirit Week Dress Down days so far this week. Students must donate $1 for each day he or she plans to dress down.  There are two days remaining to show your spirit and give a donation.

Thursday, May 4 - Animal Day - Dress as an animal

Friday, May 5 - Wear Orange to support the Cast and Crew

Don't forget, the NDS Drama Club play, Adventures of a Comic Book Artist, will be performed at the Old Rock School in Valdese on Friday, May 5; Saturday, May 6; and Sunday, May 7.  Showtimes will be 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday.  Tickets can still be purchased in advance from Mrs. Anna Fite at NDS for $7 or purchased at the door before the performance for $10.  There will be no sales after 2:30 p.m. each day if purchasing at NDS.

Have a beautiful evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

04.25.2023

Good morning Warrior families,

The rain canceled our scheduled Warrior Workday last weekend; however, we still have a list of things to do to help add beauty and safety to our campus.  If you or someone you know can volunteer some time in the coming weeks to help out with any of the punch list items below, please email Dr. Davis at jdavis@ndschool.org or Mrs. Dillingham at mdillingham@ndschool.org to let us know.

Thank you in advance for your help!

Cleanup Needs:

*Trees in front of school and sidewalk leading to athletic field (trim/cut down dead trees)

*Flower beds in front of school (weeding and replanting)

*Pressure wash building

*Clean up/weed the bank

*Repair handrail (playground)

*General landscaping

*Build raised garden bed

*Pick up sticks

04.24.2023

Good morning Warrior Families,

Teacher Appreciation Week is next week, May 1 - 5. We invite you to love on and treat our amazing teachers and staff and show appreciation for all they do! NDS has some daily treats planned to honor our teachers, too. One of those will be a luncheon provided on Monday, May 1. In order for our teachers and staff to enjoy a duty-free lunch, we're looking for volunteers to cover all 30 minute lunch periods on Monday, May 1. If you can volunteer for any grade level, please complete the SignUpGenius form as soon as possible.

Have a fabulous Monday!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

04.19.2023

Good morning Warrior Families,

The following are some important details and updates for the remainder of our week:

NDS fourth grade student Hayley Smith has given the idea of a $1 or Donated Book Dress Down Day to help our four 1st grade teachers recover from the loss of classroom libraries caused by the flooding over Spring Break.  NDS will honor the Dress Down Day tomorrow, Thursday, April 20.  Students and staff may dress down on tomorrow by donating $1 or more and/or by donating a new or gently used book(s) for our 1st grade classrooms.

Check out the video for more information from Hayley, and show your Warrior support for 1st grade on Thursday!

We'd like to say THANK YOU all those who are registered and/or have supported our school through a sponsorship or donation for the 2023 Virtual Walk-A-Thon to help fund the revamping of our current playground area (ex. rubber mulch and/or Playsafe tiles, new playground equipment), and adding a new playground area on the athletic field.  Congratulations to our winning classrooms - 1st grade (Mrs. Norman) for the highest total number of registrations and sponsorships combined and to 2nd grade (Mrs. Vasile) for the highest total dollars donated from combined registrations and sponsorships.

Join us for a celebration on Friday, April 21, 4-7 p.m.  Activities and inflatables will be set up around the field and the Athletic Booster Club will be selling food.  The cost for student admission is $2. Any student wearing a Walk-A-Thon t-shirt will be admitted FREE of charge. We are in need of at least 14 parent volunteers to help at stations during the 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. time slot at the celebration.  If you are willing to help, please email Kelly Lookadoo at klookadoo@ndschool.org.  We look forward to seeing you there!!

The Warrior Workday scheduled for Saturday, April 22, has been CANCELED.  The projection for rainy weather is very high on Saturday.  Thank you to those who had already registered.  We will keep you updated on any future dates leading into our next school year.

Have a beautiful day!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

04.16.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,
The following is an update for the coming week.
We hope you enjoyed your Easter and Spring Break!  Students and staff will return tomorrow, Monday, April 17.

Thursday, April 20 will be our next $2 Icee Day, and the NDS Board meeting will be held that same day at 4 p.m.

Remember to get in your mileage for the Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  The goal is for every registrant to reach 4 miles by Friday, April 21.  Also on Friday, we will have celebrations for students throughout the day and a family celebration from 4-7 p.m. Friday evening.  Thank you to everyone who registered and for our sponsorships. 

The lunch ordering window for May orders is open and will end Friday, April 21.

Saturday, April 22, is Warrior Workday. Register to volunteer your time to help us clean up our campus! The workday will be from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (two shifts available; 9-11; 11-1) and will involve things like clearing running trails for Coach Brooks, pressure washing exterior areas of the building, weeding the back car lanes, picking up litter, trimming low hanging branches, planting flowers, spreading mulch, repairing railing and swings, mounting benches, and more. If you plan to attend, please sign up at this link.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

04.05.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

We have finally made it to Easter and Spring Break!  Tomorrow is the final day of school before our break.  NDS will be closed Good Friday, April 7 - Friday, April 14.  Staff and students will return on Monday, April 17.

Also, TOMORROW is the final day to register for the NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon. Registration was extended through tomorrow, April 6, to give everyone a few extra days beyond the original ending date. There's also still time to be a sponsor. Sponsorships are due no later than Monday, April 10.  We'd like to say THANK YOU to all those who are already registered and/or have supported our school through a sponsorship or donation. Remember, every gift, of every size, is important to New Dimensions and provides vital support for our students. Gifts of all sizes add up to a truly meaningful sum for the school, and every gift puts us one step closer to our goal of $40,000.

Friday, April 7, begins your window of time to get in your mileage for the Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  Remember, your miles can be calculated over multiple days and/or weeks.  The goal is for every registrant to reach 4 miles by Friday, April 21.  That same day, we will have celebrations for students throughout the day and a family celebration from 4-7 p.m. that evening.  Also, don't forget that sponsorships and donations are accepted until Monday, April 10. 

Our FINAL lunch ordering window for the school year opened Monday.  May lunch orders can be placed through Friday, April 21.  One week of that ordering window falls within our Easter Break; therefore, be careful not to miss out! 

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

04.02.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

Don't forget to register for this year’s NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  The registration period has been extended through Thursday, April 6.  Sponsorships will be taken through Monday, April 10.  We're excited to see how our Warriors will rally together, along with our community partners/sponsors, and achieve our goal of $40,000!  We need walkers and sponsors!  Information has been sent to all of our families and can also be found on our school website.

Please take a moment to read the April NDS newsletter for important information and upcoming dates.

Monday, April 3 is a $1 Dress Down Day for Girl Scout Troop 2396 in support of the troop's silver project.

There will be NO DRAMA CLUB on Monday, April 3.  Please pick up your student(s) at the regular dismissal time.

There will be a special called NDS Board meeting on Monday, April 3 at 4:30 p.m.  Please email Kelly Lookadoo at klookadoo@ndschool.org to request a Zoom link to attend the meeting virtually.

The lunch ordering window for May orders opens on Monday, April 3 and will end Friday, April 21.

Friday, April 7 begins our Spring Break.  School will be closed for  students and staff from Friday, April 7 - Friday, April 14.  Enjoy your long awaited break!

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

03.26.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

Don't forget to register for this year’s NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  We're excited to see how our Warriors will rally together, along with our community partners/sponsors, and achieve our goal of $40,000!  We need walkers and sponsors!  Information has been sent to all of our families and can also be found on our school website at ndschool.org/giving/virtual-walk-a-thon.

On Friday, March 31, students can dress down in blue in honor of Autism Awareness Day.

Open Enrollment for new families ends this week on Thursday, March 30 at 5 p.m. with the lottery taking place on Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year are posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

03.20.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

It's time for our first weekly Walk-A-Thon registration/sponsorship update.  After the first full week of registration/sponsorships, we're excited to report the top classroom for registrations and sponsorships combined.  First place this week goes to:

4th Grade - Cline

Let's see if 4th grade can hold the title for another week.  Register TODAY for this year’s NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  We're excited to see how our Warriors will rally together, along with our community partners/sponsors, and achieve our goal of $40,000!  We need walkers and sponsors.  You can register your student(s) and family members from March 13 - April 3.  Sponsorships will be taken March 13 - April 10.  You can find all the information you need at - ndschool.org/giving/virtual-walk-a-thon.

Have a beautiful afternoon!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

03.14.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Below are some reminders for the remainder of the week:

Tomorrow, March 15, you will have your last chance to get doughnuts for $10/dozen during morning arrival, 7:15 - 8:15 a.m., in support of the middle school spring field trip to Washington D.C. You can purchase the doughnuts with cash or credit card.

In addition, 7th and 8th grade middle school students are still selling Sam's Car Wash cards for $20 (valued at $25).  The cards are an additional fundraiser for the middle school Washington D.C. trip.

On Thursday, March 16, students may dress down in green for St. Patrick's Day. That day will also be our next $2 Icee Day, and the NDS Board meeting will be held that same day at 4 p.m.

There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, March 17.  Teachers will contact parents/guardians of those for which a conference is needed.  Feel free to contact your student's teacher if you wish to have a conference and are not scheduled to do so.

Finally, don't forget to register for this year’s NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon!  We're excited to see how our Warriors will rally together, along with our community partners/sponsors, and achieve our goal of $40,000!

This year, we will continue to earmark our fundraising efforts towards becoming "Healthy Warriors"!  As such, we will use donations to revamp our current playground area (ex. rubber mulch and/or Playsafe tiles, new playground equipment), add a new playground area on the athletic field, purchase healthy snack options for our food pantry, and other things that will aid all our students in becoming healthy, successful Warriors.

Register your student(s) and family members from March 13 - April 3.  Sponsorships will be taken March 13 - April 10.  You can find all the information you need at - ndschool.org/giving/virtual-walk-a-thon.  

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

03.13.2023

Good morning Warrior Families,

Registration for this year’s NDS Virtual Walk-A-Thon begins on TODAY!  We're excited to see how our Warriors will rally together, along with our community partners/sponsors, and achieve our goal of $40,000!

This year, we will continue to earmark our fundraising efforts towards becoming "Healthy Warriors"!  As such, we will use donations to revamp our current playground area (ex. rubber mulch and/or Playsafe tiles, new playground equipment), add a new playground area on the athletic field, purchase healthy snack options for our food pantry, and other things that will aid all our students in becoming healthy, successful Warriors.

Register your student(s) and family members from March 13 - April 3.  Sponsorships will be taken March 13 - April 10.  You can find all the information you need at - ndschool.org/giving/virtual-walk-a-thon.  Additionally, a family letter, including registration and sponsorship forms, will be sent home with students today.

Now get registered, call up some sponsorship prospects and put on those sneakers to start moving!

Have a great week!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

03.08.2023

Good morning Warrior families,

We have just been informed that our visiting author, Tonja Smith, has had to reschedule her visit.  She will now be with us tomorrow, Thursday, March 9, talking with students about her newest book, "I Believe I Can", during Warrior Time. Students who pre-ordered the new book or purchased it at last week's Book Fair can bring the book to school and have an opportunity for Tonja to autograph the book and get a picture taken with her.

Have a great day!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

03.05.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

Author Tonja Smith will be on campus talking with students about her newest book, "I Believe I Can", during Warrior Time on Wednesday, March 8. Students who pre-ordered the new book or purchased it at last week's Book Fair can bring the book to school and have an opportunity for Tonja to autograph the book and get a picture taken with her.

Friday, March 10, is Fatz Cafe Spirit Night from 4-8 p.m. NDS will receive a percentage of all sales that evening. Go out for a great meal and support our middle school fundraising efforts towards their spring field trip to Washington D.C.

Open Enrollment for new families continues through Friday, March 30 at 5 p.m. with the lottery taking place on Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m.  Please share information with all prospective families you know who may be interested in enrolling.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year are posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.  All students currently enrolled have a spot for next year.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

02.27.2023

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Please take a few minutes and read our March 2023 newsletter.

Also, don't forget to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by Wednesday, March 1, and remember to turn in all Kids Heart Challenge money no later than Friday, March 3.  We are very close to reaching our $6,000 goal!  Thank you in advance for your timely responses.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

02.26.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

Current NDS families, remember to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by Wednesday, March 1.  This is the final week to complete the form that will let us know your intentions for your student returning next year.

This week begins our weeklong celebration of all things Dr. Seuss, including the Scholastic Book Fair, special dress days, and some guest story readers!  You don't want to miss it!

Monday - "The Cat in the Hat" dress in red, black and white or as a cat.

Tuesday - "If I Ran a Zoo" dress like an animal.

Wednesday - "Wacky Wednesday" dress in wacky/tacky clothing.

Thursday - "Oh, The Places You Go" wear a shirt from your favorite place.

Friday - "Fox In Socks" wear your craziest socks

We are in need of volunteers for our book fair Monday - Friday this week. If you can volunteer one or more times, please sign up using the link that was emailed to you.

Please be reminded that students should not be signed out after 2:30 p.m. unless it is an emergency. There are afternoon announcements and movement of students to clubs, sports, YMCA, and other classrooms that begin happening after 2:30 p.m. making it difficult to redirect those being signed out. Thank you for your support on this matter.

Open Enrollment for new families continues through Friday, March 30 at 5 p.m. with the lottery taking place on Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m.  Please share information with all prospective families you know who may be interested in enrolling.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year are posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.  All students currently enrolled have a spot for next year.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

02.22.2023

Good morning Warrior Families,

Below are some reminders for the remainder of our week.

Calling all Volunteers!!

We are in need of volunteers for our spring book fair. The dates are Monday, February 27 - Friday, March 3. If you can volunteer one or more times next week, please sign up using the link below.  Thank You!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044EABA82BA7F85-spring2

The next $2 Icee Day that was rescheduled from last week will be Friday, February 24.

NDS students will enjoy a schoolwide dance on Friday, February 24. The kindergarten - 2nd grade school dance will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m., and the 3rd - 5th grade dance will be held from 1:45-2:45 p.m. No tickets are needed for the elementary dances.

The annual middle school formal will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Friday. We are looking forward to seeing our students all dressed up for the "Winter Wonderland" theme!

Also, the lunch ordering window for March orders will end on Friday, February 24.

If you plan to purchase a yearbook for your student, we ask you to reserve your copy no later than Friday, February 24 in order to know how many yearbooks to order for our school.  We cannot guarantee extra copies will be available.  Preferred method of payment is through Jostens online at https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A07632938. Thanks so much for your support.

Looking ahead, it's time to pull out all of your Cat in the Hat gear!  The celebration next week will include:

Monday - "The Cat in the Hat" dress in red, black and white or as a cat

Tuesday - "If I Ran a Zoo" dress like an animal

Wednesday - "Wacky Wednesday" dress in wacky/tacky clothing

Thursday - "Oh, The Places You Go" wear a shirt from your favorite place

Friday - "Fox In Sox" wear your craziest socks

Finally, remember to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by March 1. We need responses from all current Warrior families.

Have a great day!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

02.14.2023

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Happy Valentine's Day!  We hope your day has been extra special!  We have some reminders for the second half of the week.

Our totals just came in for the Souper Bowl of Caring canned food drive we had last Friday.  The total pounds per grade level are:

K -   282

1st - 276

2nd - 332 *WINNER*

3rd - 185

4th - 232

5th - 163

6th - 162

7th - 127

8th -   62

Total=  1,821 pounds schoolwide

Congratulations 2nd grade!!  You earned a pizza party!

Tomorrow, Wednesday, February 15, you will have your next chance to get your doughnuts for $10/dozen during morning arrival, 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.  This event is a middle school fundraiser to help support their spring field trip to Washington D.C. There will be staff and student volunteers helping to direct cars and delivering the doughnuts to your window. Remember, doughnuts are first come, first served!  You can purchase the doughnuts with cash or credit card.

Also tomorrow, we will celebrate our 100th day of school!  You can dress as your 100 year old self or get creative with a 100th day shirt.

Thursday's $2 Icee Day has been postponed to Friday, February 24 because of the forecasted rain.  The NDS Board meeting will be Thursday at 4 p.m.

On Friday, February 17, we will have a special $1 or more Beat Cancer Dress Down Day for Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Bailey Barbour.  We are sad that cancer has affected two of our very own staff members recently.  Please remember them in your prayers.

Also, in honor of Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday, we plan to allow our teachers and staff to enjoy a meal and duty-free lunch day. We are still in need of parent volunteers for Kindergarten (10:55-11:30) and 5th (11:00-11:35) grades.  Please use this link to sign up to volunteer.

Have a great afternoon!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

02.12.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following is an update for the coming week.

The lunch ordering window for March orders opens on Monday, February 13 and will end Friday, February 24.

Tuesday, February 14, is Valentine's Day and also a $1 Wear Red Dress Down Day for our Kids Heart Challenge fundraiser.

On Wednesday, February 15, you will have your next chance to get your doughnuts for $10/dozen during morning arrival, 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.  This event is a middle school fundraiser to help support their spring field trip to Washington D.C. There will be staff and student volunteers helping to direct cars and delivering the doughnuts to your window. Remember, doughnuts are first come, first served!  You can purchase the doughnuts with cash or credit card.

Also on Wednesday, we will celebrate our 100th day of school!  You can dress as your 100 year old self or get creative with a 100th day shirt.

The next $2 Icee Day will be Thursday, February 16, and the next NDS Board meeting will be held that same day at 4 p.m.

On Friday, February 17, we will have a special $1 or more Beat Cancer Dress Down Day for Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Bailey Barbour.  We are sad that cancer has affected two of our very own staff members recently.  Please remember them in your prayers.

Also, in honor of Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday, we plan to allow our teachers and staff to enjoy a meal and duty-free lunch day. We are still in need of parent volunteers for every grade level.  Please use this link to sign up to volunteer.  Finally, please look for your student to bring home his or her 3rd quarter progress report on Friday.

Don't forget that the World's Finest Chocolate Bars are for sale through Monday, February 20. You can get yours from any NDS Chorus or Band student.

Please remember to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by March 1. We need responses from all current Warrior families.

Open Enrollment for new families continues through Friday, March 30 at 5 p.m. with the lottery taking place on Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m.  Please share information with all prospective families you know who may be interested in enrolling.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year are posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.  All students currently enrolled have a spot for next year.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.  Thank you for your continued support of our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

02.08.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The following are some updates and reminders for the second half of our week.

The World's Finest Chocolate Bars are for sale beginning TODAY. The sale will end on Monday, February 20. Find your nearest NDS Chorus or Band student and get your chocolate fix!

On Friday, February 10, in partnership with Burke United Christian Ministries, NDS will collect cans of soup as part of the annual Souper Bowl of Caring event. As an added incentive to bring in cans of food, we will award a pizza party to the grade level with the highest total weight of cans collected.  Students who donate cans of food at school on Friday may also dress down that day.

We have another visit planned for author Tonja Smith.  She will be on campus talking with students during Warrior Time on Wednesday, March 8.  During her visit, she will be promoting her newest book, I Believe I Can.  Students have an opportunity to pre-order the book and have Tonja to autograph the book and get a picture taken with her.  Forms were previously sent home with students.  Pre-orders must be received with payment by Friday, February 10 in order to have the book in hand for Tonja's visit.

Saturday, February 11, our middle school students will have a Pancake Breakfast Fundraising Event at Fatz Cafe in Morganton from 7:00-10:00 a.m.  The cost is $10.00 per plate - dine in or take out. Tickets can be purchased from NDS middle school students and will also be available at the door.

We are still in need of parent volunteers for every grade level for the upcoming duty-free lunch day for our staff on Friday, February 17.  In honor of Random Acts of Kindness Day, February 17 will be set aside to allow our teachers and staff to enjoy a meal and duty-free lunch day. Please use this link to sign up to volunteer your time to cover lunch duty for one or more grade levels.  Thank you in advance for your kindness to our staff!

Please remember to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by March 1. We need responses from all current Warrior families.

Are you interested in volunteering in some capacity with New Dimensions Charter School athletics? If so, we’ve got a sport for you! Please complete this form to let us know of your interest.

Have a great Wednesday!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.31.2023

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Please take a few minutes and read our February 2023 newsletter.

Also, don't forget to complete the Letter of Intent and Parent Survey form by March 1, 2023.  Thank you in advance for your timely responses.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.25.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

We have a few reminders for you as we jump into the second half of the week.

Tomorrow, Thursday, January 26, is $2 Icee Day.  Don't forget to bring your money!

Friday, January 27, is Fatz Cafe Spirit Night from 4-8 p.m. NDS will receive a percentage of all sales that evening. Go out for a great meal and support our middle school fundraising efforts towards their spring field trip.

This is the final week of the lunch ordering window for February. Orders will end Friday, January 27.

Finally, please read this important message from Coach Brooks regarding the kickoff for this year's American Red Cross Kids Heart Challenge.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.17.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Report cards for the second quarter will go home with students TODAY.

Also, tomorrow, Wednesday, January 18, is the day to get your doughnut fix! We will be selling doughnuts for $10/dozen during morning arrival, 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.  This event is a middle school fundraiser to help support their spring field trip to Washington D.C. There will be staff and student volunteers helping to direct cars and delivering the doughnuts to your window. Remember, doughnuts are first come, first served!  You can purchase the doughnuts with cash or credit card.

Also, the next $2 Icee Day has been postponed one week to Thursday, January 26.  Rain and winds are forecasted for Thursday this week; therefore, we moved it to the 26th.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.11.2023

Hello NDS Families,

The following are a few reminders as students finish up the school week tomorrow:

Please remember that the gate does not open until 2:30 p.m. each afternoon for dismissal.  Please do not arrive earlier than 2:30 p.m. in order to keep traffic from backing up along the road and blocking access.

Tomorrow, Thursday, January 12, will be a $1 Hat Dress Down Day to support the NDS Archery Team and their travelling expenses to upcoming competitions.

There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, January 13.  Teachers will contact parents/guardians of those for which a conference is needed.  Feel free to contact your student's teacher if you wish to have a conference and are not scheduled to do so.

Also on Friday, January 13, NDS will be the location of an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.  Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: NDCS to schedule an appointment.

There is also NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 16 (holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King).

The lunch ordering window for February orders opens on Monday, January 16 and will end Friday, January 27.

Report cards for the second quarter will go home with students on Tuesday, January 17.

Wednesday, January 18 is the day to get your doughnuts for $10/dozen during morning arrival, 7:15 - 8:15 a.m.  This event is a middle school fundraiser to help support their spring field trip to Washington D.C. There will be staff and student volunteers helping to direct cars and delivering the doughnuts to your window. Remember, doughnuts are first come, first served!  You can purchase the doughnuts with cash or credit card.

The next $2 Icee Day will be Thursday, January 19.

The NDS Board will hold their next meeting on Thursday, January 19 at 4 p.m.

The NC Smile Program Dental Clinic is scheduled for Tuesday, January 24. Please read this letter from Terra Hartmann, NDS School Nurse, regarding the clinic.

Open Enrollment for new families continues through Friday, March 30 at 5 p.m. with the lottery taking place on Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m.  Please share information with all prospective families you know who may be interested in enrolling.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year are posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.  All students currently enrolled have a spot for next year.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.06.2023

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Happy Friday!  We hope you've had a great start to 2023!

Please take a moment to review this important time sensitive message from NDS School Nurse, Terra Hartmann, regarding the upcoming Smiles Program Dental Clinic.

We hope you have a beautiful weekend!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

01.01.2023

Happy New Year Warrior Family!  

My name is Lisa Ervin.  I am very excited to be taking the position of Interim Director of New Dimensions Charter School. Currently, I am the Exceptional Children’s Director and have been working at NDS since January, 2021. I have over 30 years of experience in education as a teacher and school administrator.  I look forward to working with the parents, staff, board members and the students to continue to grow our school.  Please feel free to contact me at any time.

Here is an update for the coming week.

Our first day back from Christmas break will be Monday, January 2.  We look forward seeing everyone before 7:45 a.m

Also on Monday, the New Dimensions Open Enrollment period for the 2023-2024 school year will begin.  Please share information with all prospective families you know who may be interested in enrolling.  NDS enrollment applications for the 2023-2024 school year will be posted on our website at ndschool.org and are also available at the school.  All students currently enrolled have a spot for next year.  Campus tours will be available by calling the school at 828-437-5753 to request a date and time.  Interested families can also email Lisa Ervin at lervin@ndschool.org or Misty Dillingham at mdillingham@ndschool.org if they have questions about our school.

Our next Warrior Wednesday where students and staff may dress down in Warrior colors and attire will be January 4.

Feel free to contact me at lervin@ndschool.org for any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school.

Lisa Ervin, NDS Interim Director

12.18.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

I want to thank each of our Warrior families for the Christmas presents, cards and well wishes.  Please know what a blessing you have been to me over the last three and half years.

NDS will be closed for Christmas vacation from Monday, December 19 to Friday, December 30.

Merry Christmas, Warriors!

I wish you all the best.

David Burleson, NDS Director

12.15.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Don't forget the NDS Band (middle school and 5th grade band) and Chorus Programs at Catawba River Baptist Church tonight, December 15.  The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Students participating in the program need to arrive by 6:15 p.m.  No tickets are needed for tonight's performances.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Also, remember to get your lunch orders in for January TODAY.  The ordering window for January orders will close at 11:59 p.m. tonight.

Tomorrow, Friday, December 16, will be a half day for students.  Dismissal will begin at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will not be served.

Don't forget to wear your Christmas pajamas (school appropriate) for tomorrow's final Christmas Spirit Dress Down Day!

NDS will be closed for Christmas vacation from Monday, December 19 to Friday, December 30.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

12.11.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Tickets are NOW ON SALE for the NDS Christmas Programs on Monday, December 12 at the CoMMA.  The K-2 program begins at 5:30 p.m. and the 3-5 program begins at 7 p.m.  K-2 students need to arrive by 5:15 p.m. and 3-5 students by 6:45p.m.  All students will enter at the backstage entrance.

See details below about tickets:

·      Ticket sales: (ONLY needed for K-5 parents attending CoMMA)

·      Costs are:

·      Adult: $4.80

·      NON NDS students: $2.67

·      Children under 4: FREE

• Tickets are live on CoMMA website  (https://www.commaonline.org/comma/page/tickets) or purchased in person at the box office (401 S College Street, Morganton NC 28655 )

·      Tickets can ONLY be purchased online, by phone, or directly from the CoMMA Box Office. Tickets will be available for purchase the night of the performance as well. For Handicap or other special seating needs, please call 800-939-7469.

Box Office Hours are Monday - Friday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., except major holidays.

On Thursday, December 15 the NDS Band and Chorus will be in concert at the Catawba River Baptist Church just down the road from the school.  The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. and includes our fifth grade band.

This week NDS will be involved in several community activities along with dress down days for Christmas.  Here is the dress down schedule:

• Monday, December 12 – Ugly Sweater Day

• Tuesday, December 13 – Dress in Christmas Colors

• Wednesday, December 14 – Warrior Wednesday

• Thursday, December 15 – Dress as Your Favorite Christmas Character

• Friday, December 16 – Dress in Your Favorite Appropriate Christmas PJs

The Penguin Patch will be open this week at NDS for our students to buy Christmas gifts for family and friends.  Each homeroom teacher will be sending a schedule for shopping.  Volunteers are also needed every day next week, December 12 - 16, to help with running our annual Penguin Patch.  If you can help, please use this link to sign up.  We need four volunteers each day who can help from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Remember that the lunch ordering window for January will be open until Friday, December 16.

Friday, December 16 will be a half day for students.  Dismissal will begin at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will not be served.

NDS will be closed for Christmas vacation from Monday,  December 19 to Friday, December 30

Please know that my door is always open for you.

David Burleson

Director, New Dimensions

12.04.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

Please take a few minutes to read our December 2022 newsletter and listen to our most recent newscast https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XV29NngqbaUmiWfWUB2oe5MWiNG2RaP-/view?usp=drive_web

Tickets are NOW ON SALE for the NDS Christmas Programs on Monday, December 12 at the CoMMA.  The K-2 program begins at 5:30 p.m. and the 3-5 program begins at 7 p.m.  K-2 students need to arrive by 5:15 p.m. and 3-5 students by 6:45p.m.  All students will enter at the backstage entrance.

See details below about tickets:

·      Ticket sales: (ONLY needed for K-5 parents attending CoMMA)

·      Costs are:

·      Adult: $4.80

·      NON NDS students: $2.67

·      Children under 4: FREE

• Tickets are live on CoMMA website  (https://www.commaonline.org/comma/page/tickets) or purchased in person at the box office (401 S College Street, Morganton NC 28655 )

·      Tickets can ONLY be purchased online, by phone, or directly from the CoMMA Box Office. Tickets will be available for purchase the night of the performance as well. For Handicap or other special seating needs, please call 800-939-7469.

Box Office Hours are Monday - Friday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., except major holidays.

NDS gives back will be this week.  Here are the events:

• Monday, December 5 students and staff may dress down by bringing a toy for Blue Elves

• Tuesday, December 6 students and staff may dress down by bringing 5 cans of food for BUCM

• Wednesday, December 7 students and staff may dress down by bringing a $1 for Blue Elves

• Thursday, December 8 students and staff may dress down by bringing a $1 for BUCM

• Friday, December 9 students and staff may dress down by bringing 5 cans of food for the Glen Alpine Food Pantry

From Monday, December 5 to Friday, December 16 the lunch ordering window for January will be open.

Please know that my door is always open for you.

David Burleson

Director, New Dimensions

11.28.2022

Good morning Warrior families,

We have another opportunity to support our Healthy Warriors fund, specifically our lunch fund! Tomorrow is 1BurkeGives, the annual giving day in Burke County hosted by United Way. New Dimensions would love your support by donating at https://www.1burkegives.org/organizations/new-dimensions-a-public-charter-school.

We are trying to win the $250 bonus by having the most donations between midnight tonight and 5 am tomorrow! Night owls and early risers - this is your time to shine! You can make additional donations on behalf of friends and family members who may still be asleep by using their email addresses! 

Email any questions to jsmith@ndschool.org. Let's make this our third consecutive year to win bonus funds!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

11.26.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The 2022 NDS Silent Auction is LIVE!! Cast your bids NOW on some great, fun items just in time for gifting!  Keep in mind that the auction will end on Saturday, November 26 at 8 p.m.!

Funds from our auction will go toward supporting healthy Warriors throughout our K-8 school. This year's silent auction goal is $7,000, and we have some great items, including many local shops and events!

Charter schools need to raise 30% of their funds through grants and fundraising (only 70% comes through traditional funding). There is no cost to attend New Dimensions. We have grown to almost 550 students this year who are achieving great things. With your continued support, we can watch our students grow both physically and mentally over the next year!

The auction can be found online at the following link:  https://www.32auctions.com/ndsauction22.  Additionally, you can access the site using the QR code on the flyer.  Questions regarding the auction can be directed to lgratton@ndschool.org.

David Burleson, Director

11.18.2022

Good morning Warrior Families,

The 2022 NDS Silent Auction is LIVE!! Cast your bids NOW on some great, fun items just in time for gifting!  Keep in mind that the auction will end on Saturday, November 26 at 8 p.m.!

Funds from our auction will go toward supporting healthy Warriors throughout our K-8 school. This year's silent auction goal is $7,000, and we have some great items, including many local shops and events!

Charter schools need to raise 30% of their funds through grants and fundraising (only 70% comes through traditional funding). There is no cost to attend New Dimensions. We have grown to almost 550 students this year who are achieving great things. With your continued support, we can watch our students grow both physically and mentally over the next year!

The auction can be found online at the following link:  https://www.32auctions.com/ndsauction22.  Additionally, you can access the site using the QR code on the flyer.  Questions regarding the auction can be directed to lgratton@ndschool.org.

As the holiday season approaches, we have an important message from our school nurse, Ms. Terra Hartmann, regarding awareness of student allergies.  Please review Terra's message here.

Also, please take a moment to complete this form regarding your participation in the NDS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).

Finally, check out the reminders below for the short week ahead.

Monday, November 21 - Lunch ordering window opens for only one week.  The ordering window will close at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, November 28.  The food service dates for those orders are December 5 - December 15 (only two weeks because of Christmas Break).

Wednesday, November 23 - Friday, November 25 - NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving Break)

NOW - December 2 - Winter Sock Drive collection by NDS Middle School Interact Club

Have a beautiful weekend!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

11.17.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

It's NDS Silent Auction time! Our 2022 NDS Silent Auction will go LIVE on Friday, November 18 and end on Saturday, November 26 at 8 p.m.! Get ready to cast your bids on some great, fun items just in time for gifting!  

Funds from our auction will go toward supporting healthy Warriors throughout our K-8 school. This year's silent auction goal is $7,000, and we have some great items, including many local shops and events!

Charter schools need to raise 30% of their funds through grants and fundraising (only 70% comes through traditional funding). There is no cost to attend New Dimensions. We have grown to almost 550 students this year who are achieving great things. With your continued support, we can watch our students grow both physically and mentally over the next year!

The auction can be found online at the following link:  https://www.32auctions.com/ndsauction22.  Additionally, you can access the site using the QR code on the flyer.  Questions regarding the auction can be directed to lgratton@ndschool.org.

Have a great evening!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

11.11.2022

Good evening Warrior Families,

There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday, November 11 (Veterans Day).  Please take the opportunity to thank a veteran for his or her service to our country, whether currently serving or having served in the past.  The courage and dedication of all those who serve or have served is the reason for the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the great United States of America.

Also, please also take a moment to recognize and honor the veterans that are directly linked to our NDS Warrior families by watching our NDS Veterans Video.

Have a great, long weekend!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

11.05.2022

Good afternoon Warrior Families,

The November newsletter is ready and full of important dates and information for the month.

Our first Warrior Watch has been filmed and ready for viewing.  The video will be aired on Compass Cable and posted on our website at ndschool.org throughout November.  The latest video highlights our information about testing scores from the previous school year and how NDS students compare with others throughout the region and state.

Monday, November 7 - 5 Canned Goods Dress Down supporting Glen Alpine Food Pantry

Tuesday, November 8 - Jostens will be back on campus for School Picture Day retakes. Students who were absent on the original picture day or those parents/guardians who have requested a retake are already scheduled for his or her picture that day. Those students may choose their attire as long as it is within the normal dress down day guidelines. After picture day, you can view, purchase and pay for your student's photos online at jostenspix.com using the event code: FE113822.

Wednesday, November 9 - Warrior Wednesday; dress down in NDS colors and/or NDS logo apparel

Thursday, November 10 - Armed Services Dress Down Day; wear red, white and blue or shirts that display a branch of the military in honor of all Veterans

Friday, November 11 - NO SCHOOL (Veterans Day)

Please know that my door is always open for you.  I wish you and your family the very best.

David Burleson

Director, New Dimensions

11.02.2022

NDS Warrior Family,

Over the last 40 years I have been one of the most fortunate people alive.  I have been given the opportunity to work with wonderful people and live in the greatest place in the world.  There is no doubt that Burke and Avery Counties are blessed with some of the finest people anywhere in our country.  

Over the last three and a half years I am very proud of what we have been able to accomplish together for the students of New Dimensions.  Our school has grown numerically, and the students have progressed academically.  We have also assembled a wonderful staff who care about student success and growth.  Our school has developed a positive reputation in our community and is setting the standard for academic excellence.  New Dimensions is also getting attention statewide because of what we are doing for our students.  Our school continues to do what is best for our students and boosts one of the most committed boards of any school system in the region.  NDS has much to be proud of because of our wonderful students, supportive families, excellent staff, and supportive community.  

I want to personally thank the NDS board, staff, students, and families for what you have done for me and my family, the support we have had, the prayers we felt, and the commitment you have made to our school over the last several years.  I truly believe that God opens doors that He expects us to walk through.  For me and my family I believe this is now the case.  At this time in my life and after much prayerful consideration, I have decided to retire from full time work.  I am resigning my position as the Director of New Dimensions: A Public Charter School as of December 31, 2022.  The bottom line is that it is time to concentrate on being a husband, father, and grandfather.

I want to thank everyone involved with NDS for the lessons you have taught me over the last several years, and for the opportunities to work with our students, staff, and families.  Those lessons I learned and experiences we shared will be tremendous assets as I move to another phase in my life.  Please know that you remain in my prayers, and thoughts as I hope we remain in yours.  Never forget what we have been able to do together and remember the foundation that has been laid.  I especially want to thank the NDS Board for providing me the opportunity to experience a new phase in my career.

I encourage you to do all possible to focus on the needs of our students; to work collaboratively with everyone in our Warrior community, and to continue to do all possible to move New Dimensions forward.  

Please know I wish you the very best and I look forward to hearing of your many future successes.  As I am sure you know, the NDS board will work to find the very best director to move our school to the next level.

Sincerely yours, 

David Burleson

Director

10.28.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Today, Friday, October 28, marks the end of the first quarter.  Please watch this video for helpful information regarding upcoming parent/teacher conferences.  There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, October 31, Tuesday, November 1 and Wednesday, November 2.  Parent/Teacher conferences will take place on Wednesday, November 2. Teachers have contacted parents/guardians to schedule a time for your conference. Parents/Guardians have a choice of in-person or Zoom conferences with teachers.

Also, please be advised that if your child goes home sick from school-temperature or vomiting, they cannot return to school the next day.  They must be symptom free for 24 hours.

Our first Warrior Watch has been filmed and ready for viewing.  The video will be aired on Compass Cable and posted on our website at ndschool.org throughout November.  The latest video highlights our information about testing scores from the previous school year and how NDS students compare with others throughout the region and state.

It's also time for our latest edition of Channel 5 News for important news and events as we move into November.

Looking into next week, we will have two special dress down days for our short week.  On Thursday, November 3, there will be a $1 Dress Down Day to help fund the shipping of Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.  On Friday, November 4, there will be a $1 Camouflage Dress Down Day to help support the NDS Archery Club with equipment and other club needs.

Finally, in an effort to honor the veterans with ties to our Warrior families, we're asking families to send in photos of men and women who are currently serving or have served our country in any branch of the military.  Please email or send in photos and include the name of the person, branch(es) he or she has served, years of service, name and grade level of student connection and relationship to the student(s).  All photos and information will be used to create a special NDS Veterans Day video that will be shared out to all Warrior families.  Information can be sent to the attention of Kelly Lookadoo or emailed to klookadoo@ndschool.org.  The deadline for sending all information is Friday, November 4.

Enjoy your long break and have a safe and fun Halloween!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

10.21.2022

Good morning Warrior families,

Don't forget to order your November lunches TODAY!  The order window for November closes tonight at 11:59 p.m.

Next week is full of special $1 dress down days, an icee day and ends with our annual Book Character Day on Friday, October 28.  Students may dress like their favorite book characters. Costumes should be school appropriate.  Friday, October 28 is also the end of the first quarter.  There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Monday, October 31, Tuesday, November 1 and Wednesday, November 2.  Parent/Teacher conferences will take place on Wednesday, November 2.  Teachers will contact parents/guardians to schedule a time for your conference.  Parents/Guardians will have a choice of in-person or Zoom conferences with teachers.

In the community next week, NDS will have an in-store and online book fair with Adventure Bound Books (see flyer below).  You can check out a video at the following link - https://photos.app.goo.gl/9P6xXQ5F4jZqV4YKA to hear Mrs. Vasile explain how the book fair works.

You're also invited to attend a fun evening at NCSSM as NCSSM students host a Halloween Science Night for Burke County elementary school children. The event is Sunday, October 23, 5-7 p.m. Students can trick or treat at the science stations, see some really COOL science, and make their own crafts!

Finally, don't forget our efforts to honor the veterans with ties to our Warrior families.  We're asking families to send in photos of men and women who are currently serving or have served our country in any branch of the military.  Please email or send in photos and include the name of the person, branch(es) he or she has served, years of service, name and grade level of student connection and relationship to the student(s).  All photos and information will be used to create a special NDS Veterans Day video that will be shared out to all Warrior families.  Information can be sent to the attention of Kelly Lookadoo or emailed to klookadoo@ndschool.org.  The deadline for sending all information is Friday, November 4.

Enjoy your weekend!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

10.16.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

The lunch ordering widow for November closes on October 21.

Please remember that there are special reserved parking spaces at the front of the school.  These are no parking spaces from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

NDS will have a special dress down days\ this week for $1 donation.  On Friday, October 21 our students can wear purple to emphasis Domestic Violence prevention. 

Wednesday, October 19 is our next Warrior Wednesday.  Students and staff may dress down in Warrior colors or attire.  Remember that jeans with holes in them and pajama pants are not approved.

On Thursday, October 20 New Dimensions will participate in the statewide Tornado Drill.  Please take a few minutes to talk with your child about the importance of practicing what to do in case of an emergency.

The New Dimensions Board will meet on Thursday, October 20 at 4 p.m. in the Wilkerson Auditorium and in Zoom.  Anyone interested in attending by Zoom, just send me an email.

We are having a duty-free lunch day for our staff on Friday, October 21. This day will be set aside to allow our teachers and staff to enjoy a meal and duty-free lunch day.  Please use this link to sign up to volunteer your time to cover lunch duty for one or more grade levels.  Thank you in advance for your help!

Finally, in an effort to honor the veterans with ties to our Warrior families, we're asking families to send in photos of men and women who are currently serving or have served our country in any branch of the military.  Please email or send in photos and include the name of the person, branch(es) he or she has served, years of service, name and grade level of student connection and relationship to the student(s).  All photos and information will be used to create a special NDS Veterans Day video that will be shared out to all Warrior families.  Information can be sent to the attention of Kelly Lookadoo or emailed to klookadoo@ndschool.org.  The deadline for sending all information is Friday, November 4.

Please know that my door is always open for you.  I wish you and your family the very best.

David Burleson

Director, New Dimensions

10.09.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

The lunch ordering widow for November opens on October 10 and closes on October 21.

Please remember that there are special reserved parking spaces at the front of the school.  These are no parking spaces from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

NDS will have two special dress down days this week for $1 donation.  On Monday, October 10 our students can dress down in pink to support Breast Cancer Research and on Friday, October 14 our students can wear orange to emphasis bully prevention. 

The first cross country meet of the year will be held on Monday, October 10 at 4 p.m.  Our soccer team will be taking on Trinity at home on Tuesday, October 11.  Game time is 4 p.m.  Soccer conference championship games begin on Friday, October 14 at NDS at 4 p.m.

Wednesday, October 12 is our next Warrior Wednesday.  Students and staff may dress down in Warrior colors or attire.  Remember that jeans with holes in them and pajama pants are not approved.

Our EC Department will be selling Boo Bags through October 12 for $1!  Parents will be able to purchase one for their student or students, for their friends, or another staff member. The EC staff will deliver these bags each Friday. The bags will have around 6 pieces of candy and a "Boo" Card. Order forms will be sent home. Your support is appreciated

Please take a few minutes and read our October 2022 newsletter.

Please know that my door is always open for you.  I wish you and your family the very best.

David Burleson, Director

10.03.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

The Girl Scouts are having a Roller Skating Night at the Pavilion Skating Rink tomorrow 10/4 from 6-8pm. This event is for anyone interested in Girl Scouts and girls that are current Girl Scouts. It is $25 for non-girl scouts and $5 for Girl Scout members. 

10.03.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Remember that morning drop off at New Dimensions is from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.  When leaving the school grounds, you can turn right onto Lenoir Road if going across the road is backed up.  You can make a U turn in 1/10 of a mile.

Please remember that there are special reserved parking spaces at the front to the school.  These are no parking spaces from 7:15 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

On Monday, October 3, Jostens will be on campus for School Picture Day.  Students may choose to “dress up” for pictures as long as it is within the normal dress down day guidelines.  After picture day, parents can view, purchase and pay for your student's photos online at jostenspix.com using the event code:  FE113822.  (See below)

NDS will have two special dress down days this week for $1 donation.  On Tuesday, October 4 our students can dress down to support the boy scouts and on Friday, October 7 our students can wear red to support fire prevention.  Also on Friday, Morganton Public Safety will be at our school to talk with our students about fire prevention.

Our soccer teams will be taking on Trinity at home on Tuesday, October 4.  Game times are 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Wednesday, October 5 is our next Warrior Wednesday.  Students and staff may dress down in Warrior colors or attire.  Remember that jeans with holes in them and pajama pants are not approved.

The NDS Fall Festival will be held on the NDS Athletic Field on Friday, October 7, 4-7 p.m.  Students bracelets for all activities can be purchased for $10 at the event  Candy donations are still appreciated.  We have rented 3 bouncy houses/courses for the students to use. We need help manning the bouncy houses. Please sign up for a time to help out below https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044EABA82BA7F85-fall2

Please take a few minutes and read our October 2022 newsletter.

Please know that my door is always open for you.  I wish you and your family the very best.

David Burleson

09.30.2022

Good morning Warrior families,

We hope you are staying dry and safe on this remote learning day.  Please be advised that pizza orders were cancelled with our vendor today and credits will be given to all families who ordered pizza for today, Friday, September 30.  The credit will appear on the family Orgsonline accounts within 24 hours and can be used the next time you log in to place orders for November lunches.  November lunch ordering will be October 10-21.

Also, on Monday, October 3, Jostens will be on campus for School Picture Day.  Students may choose his or her attire as long as it is within the normal dress down day guidelines.  After picture day, you can view, purchase and pay for your student's photos online at jostenspix.com using the event code:  FE113822.

Have a great weekend!

Kelly Lookadoo, NDS Public Relations

09.29.2022

REMINDER:

Tonight is sign-up night for Cub Scout Pack 190.  The sign-ups will be held at New Dimensions in the Middle School Auditorium at 6:30 p.m.  We look forward to welcoming many new faces and returning ones as well.

09.26.2022

Good afternoon Warrior families,

Don't forget the first Apples with Admin will be held TODAY, Monday, September 26 at 4 p.m. in the middle school auditorium, on FaceBook Live or in Zoom.  If you would like the Zoom link, please email Dr. Burleson at dburleson@ndschool.org.

Also, with our NDS Fall Festival approaching very soon, Friday, October 7, 4-7 p.m., we are still in need of lots of candy donations to give out for prizes.  In addition, if you have a small business or know of someone in the community who would be interested in attending and having a booth, please share the Booth Rental Form below.  Forms and payment must be returned no later than Friday, September 30