Newport Independent Schools
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
FCC Newport Pitch Grand Opening
The new FCC mini-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!
Students need to arrive before 5:45 pm at Bernadette Watkins Park, and wear tennis shoes in order to participate!
In addition, each participant must have a parent or guardian must sign this waiver for them and bring it to the event: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/e/yCfwmLSFVcdXrw5eFoc6r/
Registered students will also receive a t-shirt!
🐾🛒 WILDCAT MARKET! 🛒🐾
We’re excited to welcome Newport Independent Schools students and their families to Wildcat Market! ❤️
Wildcat Market is a FREE shopping market where families can browse and choose from a variety of items, including:
🥫 Shelf-stable food
🥦 Fresh produce
👕 Clothing for all ages
🍼 Baby items
🧴 Hygiene products
🏠 Household items
…and more!
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, community partners, and local supporters, new items are arriving all the time, so you never know what you might find!
📅 Our first shopping date is Thursday, August 27th, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Newport Board of Education
30 W. 8th St., Newport, KY 41071
📌 Appointments are required.
Never been to Wildcat Market before? We’d love to have you! If you’re a Newport Independent Schools student or family and would like to make an appointment or learn more, contact Katie Lucas or Kristy McNally.
We’re excited to welcome Newport Independent Schools students and their families to Wildcat Market! ❤️
Wildcat Market is a FREE shopping market where families can browse and choose from a variety of items, including:
🥫 Shelf-stable food
🥦 Fresh produce
👕 Clothing for all ages
🍼 Baby items
🧴 Hygiene products
🏠 Household items
…and more!
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, community partners, and local supporters, new items are arriving all the time, so you never know what you might find!
📅 Our first shopping date is Thursday, August 27th, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Newport Board of Education
30 W. 8th St., Newport, KY 41071
📌 Appointments are required.
Never been to Wildcat Market before? We’d love to have you! If you’re a Newport Independent Schools student or family and would like to make an appointment or learn more, contact Katie Lucas or Kristy McNally.
Newport Independent's First Day of School is tomorrow, August 12, 2026. We look forward to seeing our students back! Please allow extra time in the morning and afternoon.
Household Income Form
The beginning of the school year often brings a lot of paperwork for families, but few documents are more misunderstood than the Free and Reduced Lunch form, often known today as the Household Income Form. As a school and district, these forms are not just about lunch; they are a direct tool for advocating for the resources students need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The accurate completion of this form by every family, regardless of their perceived income status, is essential to secure the following critical supports:
1. CPE / Free Meals for All Students
What it does: Allows entire schools to serve breakfast and lunch to every student at no cost. Newport Independent School District is part of this program.
How it helps: High form completion rates prove our school’s need so we can keep providing free meals for everyone year after year.
2. Title I Funding (Extra Academic Help)
What it does: Brings federal funding directly to our school.
How it helps: Pays for intervention staff, math and reading materials, learning tools, and teacher training that benefits all students.
3. FRYSC (Family Resource Youth Services Centers)
What it does: Funds our school’s resource center staff, programs, and supplies.
How it helps: Helps students overcome non-academic barriers by providing supplies, clothing, programming, etc.
4. 21st Century Grants (After-School & Summer Programs)
What it does: Wins competitive grants for free student activities outside regular school hours.
How it helps: Pays for after-school educational support/tutoring, STEM programs, after-school clubs, and summer programming at our schools.
Bonus Impact: Due to our overall free and reduced lunch percentage, our schools often qualify for specific local grants that fund in-school assemblies, field trips, and specialized services from community agencies.
The beginning of the school year often brings a lot of paperwork for families, but few documents are more misunderstood than the Free and Reduced Lunch form, often known today as the Household Income Form. As a school and district, these forms are not just about lunch; they are a direct tool for advocating for the resources students need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The accurate completion of this form by every family, regardless of their perceived income status, is essential to secure the following critical supports:
1. CPE / Free Meals for All Students
What it does: Allows entire schools to serve breakfast and lunch to every student at no cost. Newport Independent School District is part of this program.
How it helps: High form completion rates prove our school’s need so we can keep providing free meals for everyone year after year.
2. Title I Funding (Extra Academic Help)
What it does: Brings federal funding directly to our school.
How it helps: Pays for intervention staff, math and reading materials, learning tools, and teacher training that benefits all students.
3. FRYSC (Family Resource Youth Services Centers)
What it does: Funds our school’s resource center staff, programs, and supplies.
How it helps: Helps students overcome non-academic barriers by providing supplies, clothing, programming, etc.
4. 21st Century Grants (After-School & Summer Programs)
What it does: Wins competitive grants for free student activities outside regular school hours.
How it helps: Pays for after-school educational support/tutoring, STEM programs, after-school clubs, and summer programming at our schools.
Bonus Impact: Due to our overall free and reduced lunch percentage, our schools often qualify for specific local grants that fund in-school assemblies, field trips, and specialized services from community agencies.
Reminder: Community "Portrait of a Learner" Meeting is Tuesday, July 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 at NHS. We hope to see you there!
We are re-authoring what it means to be a Newport graduate, and we need your voice.
Join us for a vital community conversation as we develop our “Portrait of a Learner.”
Parents, residents, and local business owners, let’s move forward together!
🗓️ Tuesday, July 28 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Newport High School Cafeteria
Click here to RSVP and secure your spot: https://forms.gle/6EGhdXYp6c2vvQG77
We are re-authoring what it means to be a Newport graduate, and we need your voice.
Join us for a vital community conversation as we develop our “Portrait of a Learner.”
Parents, residents, and local business owners, let’s move forward together!
🗓️ Tuesday, July 28 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Newport High School Cafeteria
Click here to RSVP and secure your spot: https://forms.gle/6EGhdXYp6c2vvQG77
Join us for a vital community conversation as we develop our “Portrait of a Learner.”
Parents, residents, and local business owners, let’s move forward together!
🗓️ Tuesday, July 28 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
📍 Newport High School Cafeteria
Click here to RSVP and secure your spot: https://forms.gle/6EGhdXYp6c2vvQG77
Newport Ladycats Volleyball -Clinics, Open Gym & Tryouts!
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! ❤️🖤🤍
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! ❤️🖤🤍
📣 Newport High School & Middle School Cheer Clinics and Tryouts 📣
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!
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!
NEWPORT WILDCATS CROSS COUNTRY 🏃♀️
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.
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.
Newport Families:
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.
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.
Newport Primary School is hosting a fun, free class called "The Power of Early Learning."
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.
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.
Interested in becoming a Newport High School or Middle School Cheerleader?
Attend our Student and Parent info session on Friday, July 10 at 5 pm in the Newport Intermediate Cafeteria.
Attend our Student and Parent info session on Friday, July 10 at 5 pm in the Newport Intermediate Cafeteria.
Come join us for SUN Meals!
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/
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!
☀️ Newport Independent Schools 2026 Summer Program is now open for registration!
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
☀️ Newport Independent Schools 2026 Summer Program is now open for registration!
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
🎶 Join Us for an Evening of Music! 🎶
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! 🎵
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! 🎵
Today is National School Nurse's Day and marks the start of National Nurses Week!
Let's give a big thanks to our wonderful nursing staff for taking such great care of our students!
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
