ELA Newsletter for the week of May 11, 2026!

To wrap up Teacher Appreciation Week, SNCTA and SN School Corporation sponsored Gypsy Joe Coffee Truck on Friday for all staff members to enjoy! We were very thankful for our student runners who delivered coffee to the buildings!
#LoveWhereYouTeach #LoveWhereYouLearn
#LoveWhereYouTeach #LoveWhereYouLearn
📚✨ Order Your Yearbook Now! ✨📚
Don’t miss out on capturing this year’s memories — it’s your keepsake of friends, events, and unforgettable moments!
👉 Order online now at: inter-state.com/order
📌 Order Code: 0289EF
🗓 Online orders due by: Friday, May 22, 2026
When you go to the site, enter your order code where prompted to place your yearbook order.
Make sure yours is reserved before the deadline! 📸✨
Don’t miss out on capturing this year’s memories — it’s your keepsake of friends, events, and unforgettable moments!
👉 Order online now at: inter-state.com/order
📌 Order Code: 0289EF
🗓 Online orders due by: Friday, May 22, 2026
When you go to the site, enter your order code where prompted to place your yearbook order.
Make sure yours is reserved before the deadline! 📸✨

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☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS for ANYONE 18 & Under!
You do NOT have to be a South Newton student to participate. Stop by and grab a FREE lunch and next-day breakfast! 🍎🥪🥛
☀️ FREE SUMMER MEALS for ANYONE 18 & Under!
You do NOT have to be a South Newton student to participate. Stop by and grab a FREE lunch and next-day breakfast! 🍎🥪🥛

🎮 Level Up in Math Class! 🎮
Mr. Pinn's classroom was recently transformed into a professional game design studio! 8th-grade Pre-Algebra students took on the role of "Game Designers," tasked with creating interactive board games to help their peers review everything they've learned this year. From Pythagorean Theorem challenges to Systems of Equations quests, these students proved that mastering math can be all fun and games! 🚀
🧠 The Challenge
Each group designed an original board game for 3-4 players. The catch? They had to create 40 unique math problems, color-coded to match specific 8th-grade topics.
🎨 More Than Just Equations
Students didn't just solve problems; they had to write clear instructions, craft original game pieces, and ensure their designs were creative, neat, and engaging. Mr. Pinn is so proud of the effort, teamwork, and "math-magical" creativity shown by these young designers!
Check out some of the finished boards below!
Mr. Pinn's classroom was recently transformed into a professional game design studio! 8th-grade Pre-Algebra students took on the role of "Game Designers," tasked with creating interactive board games to help their peers review everything they've learned this year. From Pythagorean Theorem challenges to Systems of Equations quests, these students proved that mastering math can be all fun and games! 🚀
🧠 The Challenge
Each group designed an original board game for 3-4 players. The catch? They had to create 40 unique math problems, color-coded to match specific 8th-grade topics.
🎨 More Than Just Equations
Students didn't just solve problems; they had to write clear instructions, craft original game pieces, and ensure their designs were creative, neat, and engaging. Mr. Pinn is so proud of the effort, teamwork, and "math-magical" creativity shown by these young designers!
Check out some of the finished boards below!






🎓✨ The Future is Calling: Class of 2030 Promotion! ✨🎓
It’s time to trade the middle school hallways for high school horizons!
Our incredible South Newton Class of 2030 has worked hard, grown even more, and is officially ready to take the next big step. We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate this exciting transition to high school!
📅 Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM CST
🏫 High School Auditorium
🍪 A light reception will follow the ceremony
Join us as we celebrate our soon-to-be freshmen and recognize all they have accomplished. We are proud of the Class of 2030 and excited for what lies ahead! 💙💛
It’s time to trade the middle school hallways for high school horizons!
Our incredible South Newton Class of 2030 has worked hard, grown even more, and is officially ready to take the next big step. We would be honored to have you join us as we celebrate this exciting transition to high school!
📅 Tuesday, May 26, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM CST
🏫 High School Auditorium
🍪 A light reception will follow the ceremony
Join us as we celebrate our soon-to-be freshmen and recognize all they have accomplished. We are proud of the Class of 2030 and excited for what lies ahead! 💙💛


💙🩺 Happy School Nurse Day! 🩺💙
Today, we celebrate the caring professional who keeps our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. From treating everyday bumps and bruises to providing comfort, support, and critical care, our school nurse plays an essential role in the success of our schools.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our incredible school nurse! 👏🍎
Today, we celebrate the caring professional who keeps our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn. From treating everyday bumps and bruises to providing comfort, support, and critical care, our school nurse plays an essential role in the success of our schools.
Please join us in showing appreciation for our incredible school nurse! 👏🍎

🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! ✏️
Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who play such a vital role in shaping the future. Teachers do far more than deliver lessons—they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and guide our children toward becoming thoughtful, capable leaders.
With patience, dedication, and genuine care, teachers help mold young minds and provide steady support each day. Families place immense trust in them, and their influence reaches far beyond the classroom.
No matter where life takes us, each of us can point to a teacher who made a difference—someone who encouraged us, challenged us, and believed in our potential. Their impact lives on in every profession, every achievement, and every success story.
Take a moment today to reflect on the teachers who have shaped your journey—and if you can, reach out and say thank you. Their work matters more than words can express.
Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who play such a vital role in shaping the future. Teachers do far more than deliver lessons—they inspire curiosity, build confidence, and guide our children toward becoming thoughtful, capable leaders.
With patience, dedication, and genuine care, teachers help mold young minds and provide steady support each day. Families place immense trust in them, and their influence reaches far beyond the classroom.
No matter where life takes us, each of us can point to a teacher who made a difference—someone who encouraged us, challenged us, and believed in our potential. Their impact lives on in every profession, every achievement, and every success story.
Take a moment today to reflect on the teachers who have shaped your journey—and if you can, reach out and say thank you. Their work matters more than words can express.

ELA Newsletter for the week of May 4, 2026!

Calling current and former South Newton female students!
Current South Newton Females:
Join the members of the Miss Newton County Queen Committee and 2025 Queen and Teen Court to chat all things Miss Newton County Teen and Queen on Monday, May 4th, during PRIDE in the Auditorium!
Current and former South Newton Females:
The official callout, with more specific details, is Saturday, May 16th at 9:30 AM at Kentland Trinity United Methodist Church.
Age Eligibility Requirements are as follows:
Teen: Must turn 14 years old by June 1, 2026, and cannot have reached their 18th birthday on or before June 1, 2027.
Queen: Must turn 18 years old on or before June 1, 2027, and cannot have reached their 22nd birthday on or before June 1, 2027.
If you have any questions, please email us at missnewtoncoutyin@gmail.com
Current South Newton Females:
Join the members of the Miss Newton County Queen Committee and 2025 Queen and Teen Court to chat all things Miss Newton County Teen and Queen on Monday, May 4th, during PRIDE in the Auditorium!
Current and former South Newton Females:
The official callout, with more specific details, is Saturday, May 16th at 9:30 AM at Kentland Trinity United Methodist Church.
Age Eligibility Requirements are as follows:
Teen: Must turn 14 years old by June 1, 2026, and cannot have reached their 18th birthday on or before June 1, 2027.
Queen: Must turn 18 years old on or before June 1, 2027, and cannot have reached their 22nd birthday on or before June 1, 2027.
If you have any questions, please email us at missnewtoncoutyin@gmail.com


🌟🏫 Happy School Principals’ Day! 🏫🌟
Today, we recognize and celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, compassion, and vision. Our principals wear many hats each day—mentor, problem-solver, encourager, and leader—and do so to ensure our students and staff succeed.
Join us in showing appreciation for our amazing principals today! 👏🍎
Today, we recognize and celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with dedication, compassion, and vision. Our principals wear many hats each day—mentor, problem-solver, encourager, and leader—and do so to ensure our students and staff succeed.
Join us in showing appreciation for our amazing principals today! 👏🍎

🍎🥪 Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🥗🍕
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students nourished and ready to learn each day! From early mornings to busy lunch periods, our cafeteria staff works tirelessly to serve meals with care, kindness, and a smile.
Thank you for creating a welcoming environment, ensuring every student is fed, and being such an important part of our school community. Your hard work does not go unnoticed—we appreciate you today and every day! 💙
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who keep our students nourished and ready to learn each day! From early mornings to busy lunch periods, our cafeteria staff works tirelessly to serve meals with care, kindness, and a smile.
Thank you for creating a welcoming environment, ensuring every student is fed, and being such an important part of our school community. Your hard work does not go unnoticed—we appreciate you today and every day! 💙

Meet our magical little Merlin! ✨🐾
At just 8 weeks old, Merlin officially began his journey TODAY to become our full-time facility therapy dog! He’s an Australian Labradoodle (expected to be around 35 lbs.), a breed specifically developed for therapy work—and he’s already proving he’s something special.
Merlin recently passed his temperament test with a near-perfect score—something that rarely happens. While a score of 170 qualifies a dog for therapy work and 190 is considered exceptional, Merlin scored an incredible 195! 🌟
Not only is he talented, but he’s also one of the rarest coat colors produced by his breeders—making him just as unique as he is gifted. He truly lives up to his magical name!
Thanks to the support of a grant, Merlin will be joining our schools this October as our newest facility therapy dog. ❤️🖤
Thank you for your patience as we searched for the perfect match for our school. We can’t wait to see the positive impact Merlin will have on our students, staff, and community!
At just 8 weeks old, Merlin officially began his journey TODAY to become our full-time facility therapy dog! He’s an Australian Labradoodle (expected to be around 35 lbs.), a breed specifically developed for therapy work—and he’s already proving he’s something special.
Merlin recently passed his temperament test with a near-perfect score—something that rarely happens. While a score of 170 qualifies a dog for therapy work and 190 is considered exceptional, Merlin scored an incredible 195! 🌟
Not only is he talented, but he’s also one of the rarest coat colors produced by his breeders—making him just as unique as he is gifted. He truly lives up to his magical name!
Thanks to the support of a grant, Merlin will be joining our schools this October as our newest facility therapy dog. ❤️🖤
Thank you for your patience as we searched for the perfect match for our school. We can’t wait to see the positive impact Merlin will have on our students, staff, and community!

Breakfast and Lunch Menus for May!
🍎 You can now access our Menulogic link to view calorie, carbohydrate, ingredient, and allergy information for all menu items. Helping families make informed, confident choices every day.
🔗 Check it out here: https://nutrition.menulogic-k12.com/#/south-newton-school/calendar.
🍎 You can now access our Menulogic link to view calorie, carbohydrate, ingredient, and allergy information for all menu items. Helping families make informed, confident choices every day.
🔗 Check it out here: https://nutrition.menulogic-k12.com/#/south-newton-school/calendar.


♻️🧪 The Middle School Advanced STEM class is still in need of 2-liter bottle donations for an upcoming project!
If you’re able to help, please drop off clean, empty 2L bottles at the Middle School Office by May 4th.
If you’re able to help, please drop off clean, empty 2L bottles at the Middle School Office by May 4th.

📣 8th Grade Parents/Guardians - DON'T FORGET:
All 8th-grade students must submit two photos for the Class of 2030 Promotion Ceremony 🎓
✅ Photos should be submitted through the Google Form emailed to students by Mr. Pinn
🗓 Deadline: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Please take a moment to check with your child to make sure their photos have been submitted!
📸 Submit photos here: https://forms.gle/m8pgvAbVQHUikMUk7
All 8th-grade students must submit two photos for the Class of 2030 Promotion Ceremony 🎓
✅ Photos should be submitted through the Google Form emailed to students by Mr. Pinn
🗓 Deadline: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Please take a moment to check with your child to make sure their photos have been submitted!
📸 Submit photos here: https://forms.gle/m8pgvAbVQHUikMUk7

🚌💛 School Bus Driver Appreciation Day 💛🚌
Today, we celebrate the dedicated school bus drivers who safely transport our students each and every day. Rain or shine, you are there with a steady hand, a watchful eye, and a friendly greeting to start and end the school day.
Did you know? Every day, 484,041 school buses transport more than 27 million school children in the United States!
Today, we celebrate the dedicated school bus drivers who safely transport our students each and every day. Rain or shine, you are there with a steady hand, a watchful eye, and a friendly greeting to start and end the school day.
Did you know? Every day, 484,041 school buses transport more than 27 million school children in the United States!


📣 Attention Incoming High School Girls! 📣
Cheer tryouts are right around the corner! 📅✨
If you’re interested in being part of the cheer team, now is the time to get ready. Please see the attached flyer for more information on practice and tryout times!
Don’t miss your chance to get involved, build school spirit, and be part of something exciting! 🎉
Cheer tryouts are right around the corner! 📅✨
If you’re interested in being part of the cheer team, now is the time to get ready. Please see the attached flyer for more information on practice and tryout times!
Don’t miss your chance to get involved, build school spirit, and be part of something exciting! 🎉

🚫 Event Cancellation Notice 🚫
Today’s Middle School Co-ed Track & Field meet has been canceled.
Event Details:
South Newton vs. North White/Frontier (Home)
📅 April 27, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM CDT
Today’s Middle School Co-ed Track & Field meet has been canceled.
Event Details:
South Newton vs. North White/Frontier (Home)
📅 April 27, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM CDT

ELA Newsletter for the week of April 27, 2026!

