
There'll be music, games, food, and plenty of fun for everyone to enjoy.
Mark your calendars and come celebrate our community with the Newport Police Department and Newport Independent Schools!

Interested in playing volleyball this season? Join us for our preseason clinics, open gym, and tryouts!
📅 July 14 | 4:30–7:00 PM
🏐 Clinics & Open Gym
📅 July 15 | 4:00–7:00 PM
🏐 Official Tryouts
📍 Newport High School – Main Gym
900 E. 6th Street, Newport, KY 41071
Open to incoming 6th–12th grade students.
For questions, contact Head Coach Caralyne Wallace at caralyne.wallace@newport.kyschools.us.
We can’t wait to see our returning players and welcome new Ladycats to the program! ❤️🖤🤍 #GoLadycats #NewportVolleyball #Tryouts #WildcatPride
**¡Newport Ladycats Volleyball – Clínicas, Gimnasio Abierto y Pruebas!**
¿Te interesa jugar voleibol esta temporada? ¡Únete a nuestras clínicas de pretemporada, gimnasio abierto y pruebas!
📅 **14 de julio | 4:30–7:00 p. m.**
🏐 **Clínicas y Gimnasio Abierto**
📅 **15 de julio | 4:00–7:00 p. m.**
🏐 **Pruebas Oficiales**
📍 **Newport High School – Gimnasio Principal**
900 E. 6th Street, Newport, KY 41071
Abierto para estudiantes que ingresarán a **6.º–12.º grado**.
Para preguntas, comuníquese con la entrenadora principal **Caralyne Wallace** en caralyne.wallace@newport.kyschools.us
¡Estamos emocionados de ver a nuestras jugadoras que regresan y dar la bienvenida a nuevas Ladycats al programa! ❤️🖤🤍

Are you interested in joining the Cheer Team this school year? Come show your spirit and learn what it takes to be a Wildcat cheerleader!
Tryout Clinics
July 13–16 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tryouts
July 17 | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 **Locations**
• July 13, 16 & 17 – Newport Intermediate School Gym
• July 14 & 15 – Newport High School Auxiliary Gym
We can't wait to see you there! 🎉
📣 ¡Clínicas y Audiciones de Porristas de Newport High School y Newport Middle School! 📣
¿Te interesa formar parte del equipo de porristas este año escolar? ¡Acompáñanos en nuestras clínicas y audiciones esta semana!
Clínicas de Audición
13 al 16 de julio | 4:00 p. m. – 6:00 p. m.
Audiciones
17 de julio | 4:30 p. m. – 6:00 p. m.
📍 **Ubicaciones**
• 13, 16 y 17 de julio – Gimnasio de Newport Intermediate School
• 14 y 15 de julio – Gimnasio Auxiliar de Newport High School
¡Esperamos verte allí!


Lace Up. Find Your Stride. No Experience Needed!
Whether you are looking to stay in shape, compete at your highest level, or just find a great community of teammates, Newport Wildcats Cross Country has a spot for you.
📅 First Practice Details
Date: Tuesday, July 21st
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Meet right on the Track
⚡ Zero Experience Necessary: Never run a mile before? No problem. Our coaches and captains are here to help you build your endurance safely from day one. If you have the drive to show up, you have what it takes to be a Wildcat.
👟 What to Bring:
A good pair of running shoes (if you need assistance let coach know.)
A water bottle
A positive, ready-to-learn attitude!
A physical on file
See you on the track! Go Wildcats!
Any questions or for more information reach out to Coach Cheryl Noonchester
Cheryl.noonchester@newport.kyschools.us or come to the first practice.

The new FCC pitch is almost here, bringing amazing new opportunities for our students and community. Check out the graphic for all the details and help us spread the word! Go Wildcats!


You may be eligible to win a free computer through Compudopt. Keep reading for more details.
Compudopt provides free computers, affordable internet, and tech
education to help people thrive in today’s digital world.
To qualify for the computer giveaway, you must not own a working
computer at home.
Computers include a 2-year warranty and free
tech support!
Selected individuals will be notified via text and email.
Visit https://forms.compudopt.org/newportky to register.
Under “Which organization are you with?” select “Newport Independent Schools ”
Location details will be shared upon registration eligibility + invitation to the laptop distribution.


It is for parents, babysitters, and teachers of young children who are not in kindergarten yet.
We all want our kids to do great in school!
Come to Newport Primary School with your family on July 30 at 2:00 p.m.
You will meet other families from your neighborhood.
You will also get free tools and tips to help your child learn, grow, and stay happy.

Attend our Student and Parent info session on Friday, July 10 at 5 pm in the Newport Intermediate Cafeteria.

Free meals for kids and teens.
Enjoy healthy lunches in a fun, welcoming environment.
No registration required — just stop by and eat with us!
Dates: Beginning June 2, 2026 - June 30.2026.
Open to all children 18 and under
Meals served on-site at any Newport Independent School from 11:00 - 12:00.
We can’t wait to see you this summer!
https://newportwildcatcafe.com/


Start of School Assistance (SOSA) is an EducateNKY volunteer initiative that helps students in Covington and Newport start the school year feeling welcomed, supported, and ready to learn. Volunteers will serve during the first three days of school, supporting arrival, classrooms, lunch, recess, or departure based on each school’s needs.
Scan the QR code or click HERE to sign up!

Keep your child learning, growing, and having fun all summer long in a safe and engaging environment!
📅 June 2 – June 30
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍎 Breakfast & Lunch Provided Daily
📚 Academic Support in Reading, Math, & STEM
🎨 Afternoon Enrichment Activities
🚌 Bus Transportation Available for NPS & NIS Students
🎉 Exciting Field Trip Opportunities
📍 Program Locations:
• Grades K-2: Newport Primary School
• Grades 3-6: Newport Intermediate School
• Grades 7-12: Newport High School
⚠️ Registration ends June 1!
For questions or to register, contact:
📧 NPS: Vanessa.tafolla@newport.kyschools.us
📧 NIS: Aubrey.new@newport.kyschools.us
📧 NHS: Torrie.watkins@newport.kyschools.us


Keep your child learning, growing, and having fun all summer long in a safe and engaging environment!
📅 June 2 – June 30
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
🍎 Breakfast & Lunch Provided Daily
📚 Academic Support in Reading, Math, & STEM
🎨 Afternoon Enrichment Activities
🚌 Bus Transportation Available for NPS & NIS Students
🎉 Exciting Field Trip Opportunities
📍 Program Locations:
• Grades K-2: Newport Primary School
• Grades 3-6: Newport Intermediate School
• Grades 7-12: Newport High School
⚠️ Registration ends June 1!
For questions or to register, contact:
📧 NPS: Vanessa.tafolla@newport.kyschools.us
📧 NIS: Aubrey.new@newport.kyschools.us
📧 NHS: Torrie.watkins@newport.kyschools.us


The music department of NHS proudly presents a special concert featuring the Newport High School Choir, Middle School Band, and Symphonic Band!
Come enjoy an evening filled with outstanding performances, student talent, and community spirit as our musicians share the music they’ve been working hard to prepare.
📍 Newport High School Auditorium
📅 May 14th, 2026
⏰ 6:30
Bring your family and friends and support these amazing student performers! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎵


Let's give a big thanks to our wonderful nursing staff for taking such great care of our students!

New virtual training opportunities are available for families and caregivers!
These FREE one-hour sessions are provided through the Kentucky Department for Behavioral Health and and focus on topics that really matter for families right now.
🗓 Upcoming Sessions: Click on the date to register
• Supporting the Grieving Child – May 13 at 12:00 PM
• Behavior Management 101 – May 15 at 9:00 AM
• Behavior Management 101 – May 27 at 12:00 PM
These are great opportunities to learn more about supporting your child at home and navigating real-life challenges.
📌 Please direct any questions about the trainings or registration to: lena.morehead@ky.gov


Newport MIddle School Football will be holding Workout and Skill Training for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders:
Dates: Tuesday, April 21, Wednesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 23
Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM
Location: Newport High School
For more information, contact Coach Marcus Graham.
marcus.graham@newport.kyschools.us

🍀 The Amazing Shamrock Sprint was a SUCCESS! 🍀
We had an incredible turnout of families, students, and staff who came together to race, solve clues, and most importantly—have FUN!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated as a team—you brought the energy, teamwork, and excitement that made the night so special.
And to our amazing volunteers… we could not have done this without you. From running stations to helping families, serving food, and keeping everything moving—you are the reason this event ran so smoothly.
This is what Newport is all about—community, connection, and showing up for our kids.
We are so grateful for each and every one of you! 🧡💚



NEWPORT PRIMARY SCHOOL
PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE
March 18, 2026 || 5-7 PM
Newport families with future Wildcats are invited register for the 2026-2027 school year, explore our preschool classrooms, meet our team, share a meal, and take home free materials and resources.
Check out the EVENT FLYER for more details!

Quarter 4 Events Calendar
Take a look at what’s coming up across Newport Independent Schools this spring!


Join us for a FREE district-wide family adventure full of reading, math, teamwork, and fun!
Families will travel from room to room solving challenges, collecting gold coins, and racing to uncover the leprechaun’s treasure. 🪙
📅 Tuesday, March 17
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Newport Intermediate School
✨ Open to ALL Newport Independent School families
✨ All ages welcome
✨ Free event
📱 Register your team by scanning the QR code on the flyer
or contact katie.lucas@newport.kyschools.us

