Upcoming Dates:

January 20 
No classes / MLK Day observed

January 21  
8th Grade Open House 

January 29 - February 3
NovaCon for spring semester

Craft fair update!

The Nova Winter Craft Fair on December 6 hummed with community and cheer. This student-run fundraising event netted $9,300. Thank you for the in-kind donations of food and crafts for the fair, which featured student-made ceramics, paper crafts, baked goods, and more.

STAFF APPRECIATION BREAKFAST UPDATE

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Staff Appreciation Breakfast on December 13. Nova Roots sponsors this event annually. The spread included coffee, juice, fruit, donuts, croissants, scones, bagels and cream cheese, yogurts, hard-boiled eggs, and string cheese. Keto and gluten-free options also joined the table. 

Inclement weather / SNOW policy:

Nova’s Remote Learning Plan if Buildings are Closed due to Inclement Weather

Students will find links and lessons to work on posted on Moodle for each of their classes.  Classes will meet for the first 30 minutes on Zoom for a synchronous lesson followed by asynchronous work for the remainder of the class period. Committees will not meet but there will be a short check in time for coor every day for students who need tech or other support.

Parent advocacy:

A few parents are exploring the issue of traffic safety on Cherry Street and revisiting the idea of lobbying for speed bumps in the school zone. If you are interested in joining the conversation please contact info@novaroots.org 

Reminder

Donations to food pantry are most needed mid-week. Snacks, easy to eat light meals, and breakfast items are popular with the students. Drop off at the office.

Considering going to Nova? Whether transferring or coming in from 8th grade, please call the front office for more information 206-252-3500. You can also check out the virtual open house!

NOVA ROOTS

Want to join Nova Roots? All you have to do is sign up. There are no dues!

Introduction To Nova a video by Nova volunteer and artist Britta Johnson.

Come to a Family Tour or Open House.

Spend some time on Seattle Public School’s Nova website.

Open Enrollment: High school students enrolled in Seattle Public Schools can transfer to Nova at any time during the school year. We are also enrolling rising 9th grade and current high school students for next year. Learn more online or call our front office at 206-252-3500 for more information.

Student Lucas G. shares his Nova story in a featured podcast for KUOW’s Radiolab show.

As Lucas says, “For some students, going to school means unwelcome questions. Questions about their identity, their sexuality, or the way they act.

This can force some people to avoid school or even drop out. I found a better alternative by transferring to Nova High School last year as a freshman.” You can listen to Lucas’ story here.