Newsletter Archive: Back to School August September
Northampton Family,
October is almost here, and we are so excited for all the amazing things happening at Northampton! šš“ Our Colts are shining in their learning, and next month is packed with fun and community spirit.
We canāt wait to see everyone at our First Ever Fall Festivalāa night full of vendors, games, and food, all supporting our Destination Imagination teams. Donāt miss the spooky fun of our Haunted House with a $5 cash entryāsure to be a highlight! šš»
We also want to celebrate some of the incredible moments weāve already shared this year. Fancy Nancy Day was a dazzling successāour Colts looked fabulous in their fanciest outfits, and we are so grateful to Mrs. Leiseth and the Blue Willow Bookshop for helping bring this event to life. šāØ And on First Responders Day, we were proud to honor our local heroes and welcome them to campus. Our Colts had the chance to learn from and thank those who serve our community each and every day. ššš
October also brings so many traditions and activities we love: Field Day, our Hispanic Heritage Parade, and the always-joyful Storybook Character Parade. Each of these events gives our students a chance to shine, celebrate, and create lasting memories.
October is the perfect reminder of how strong, spirited, and amazing our Colt community truly is.
With Colt Pride,
Lisa Mackey
Principal, Northampton Elementary
Important Dates
Sept 26- Dudeās & Donuts, Yearbook Cover Contest Deadline
Oct 9- Hispanic Heritage Day Parade- 9:00AM
Oct 10- Field Day
Oct 24- Fall Festival 5:30-8:30PM
Oct 27-31- Anti-Drug Dress Up Week
Oct 30- 50th Day of School
Oct 31- Storybook Parade- 8:45AM
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Help Us Celebrate Our Amazing Teachers and Staff!
We invite all community members and families to take a moment to recognize and celebrate our amazing teachers and staff. TEACHERS ARE LOVING THIS!
Please fill out the form to share your appreciation. This form will be open all year long and will be in each edition of our Northampton Chronicle.
Your responses will be compiled and shared with the entire school community, highlighting the dedication and hard work of our staff. Thank you for helping us celebrate those who make a difference every day!
š©Donuts with Dudes! š©
We are so excited to invite you to our Donuts & Dudes event on Friday, September 26th at 7:30 AM! This is a special morning where students get to enjoy a donut and some quality time with their favorite ādudeā ā whether thatās a dad, grandpa, uncle, older brother, or another important role model in their life.
Itās always one of our favorite traditions at Northampton because itās a chance to celebrate the amazing connections between our students and the supportive men who cheer them on every day. We canāt wait to fill the cafeteria with smiles, laughter, and sweet memories.
Fall Festival
Join us for our Fall Festival on Friday, October 24th from 5:30ā8:30 PM! Families are invited to decorate their trunks or golf carts for our Trunk-or-Treat contest, and teachers will be hosting fun activities at booths throughout the night. There will be food vendors, games, a costume contest, and special guests like Chick-fil-A, Fajita Peteās, Outback Steakhouse, and Center Court Pizza & Brew. Donāt miss the Klein ISD STEAM Express, delicious treats from Dee-licious Dee-lights, and of course, our spooky Haunted House (cash only, $5 entry). This event is also a fundraiser supporting our Destination Imagination team, so we invite everyone to come out, enjoy the night, and help us celebrate with our school community!
Hispanic Heritage Parade
On Wednesday, October 9th at 9:00 AM, we will proudly host a Dual Language Cultural Parade! This special event is an opportunity for our students to dress in attire that represents Hispanic Heritage or any culture they would like to showcase. More than just a parade, this celebration is a powerful way to highlight the rich diversity that makes our school community so unique and vibrant.
At Northampton, we believe that honoring and learning from one anotherās cultures builds empathy, respect, and unity. By creating space for students and families to share their heritage, we strengthen the connections that make our campus feel like home. Families are invited to attend and celebrate alongside us as we recognize the beauty of our differences and the strength of our shared community. š
Storybook Parade and Storybook Pumpkins
šāØ Get ready for one of our favorite traditionsāour Storybook Parade and Storybook Pumpkins! Students will have the chance to bring their favorite characters to life by dressing up and showcasing decorated pumpkins inspired by their favorite books.
This celebration isnāt just funāit connects directly to the heart of what we value at Northampton: literacy and creativity. The Storybook Parade encourages students to fall in love with reading while expressing themselves through costumes and character exploration. Our Storybook Pumpkins take it a step further by blending STEAM and literacyāstudents use problem-solving, design, and artistic skills to transform a pumpkin into a storybook character. Itās hands-on, creative, and a wonderful way to see how reading inspires innovation.
We canāt wait to see the joy, imagination, and love of stories shine across our campus during this special event!
FIELD DAY
We canāt wait to celebrate with a day full of fun activities, games, and memories with our students. This is always one of the most exciting events of the year, and weād love for you to join us in cheering on our Colts as they run, play, and show off their teamwork.
We will have a closed campus for lunch on Field Day.
Students should bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Apply sunscreen and bug spray before school.
Wear appropriate shoes for running and playing.
A hat is a great idea for extra sun protection!
THERE WILL BE NO EARLY DISMISSALS FOR 3rd-5th GRADES, AS IT WILL INTERFERE WITH DISMISSAL.
Donāt forget to RSVP
Brick Fundraiser
It's live! Your chance to build a legacy! We're so excited to announce our Brick Fundraiser to help engineer the foundation for a brand-new Outdoor Classroom! Imagine your name, or the name of a loved one, etched into history at Northampton Elementary for generations to come.
https://www.thatsmybrick.com/NORTHAMPTONPFO
Alumni, this is your moment to reconnect and leave an indelible mark! For just $40, you can purchase a brick and make your place in our school's future. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to support an amazing learning space for our students. Let's build something extraordinary together! Secure your brick today!
ID Reminder
At Northampton, the safety of our Colts always comes first!
Please remember that all visitors must show a photo ID at the door every time you come to campusāeven if we already know you. Additionally, for everyoneās safety, please do not allow anyone else to enter with you. Each visitor must check in at the door and show their own ID before entering. These important steps help us keep every student safe and ensure we are following district safety procedures.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a secure learning environment for our students!
šØCalling All DUDESšØ
(Dads, Uncles, Granddads, Elders, and STEPs)
Join our Northampton DUDES team and make a difference on campus. From morning high-fives and helping with carpool š to walking the halls, checking in on classrooms, enjoying recess, and lending a hand at dismissalāour students love seeing their DUDES around!
āØ Big or small, every moment you spend makes our school stronger, safer, and more fun for our Colts.
š² Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up todayādonāt miss your chance to be a DUDE!
Because here at Northamptonā¦ we love our DUDES! š
Watch High School Theater
Klein Cain Theatre is excited to perform Charlotte's Web. We invite you to join us as E.B. Whiteās classic comes to life on stage. Performances will be September 26 at 7:00pm and September 27 at 2:00pm and 7:00pm. We have lowered our ticket prices for this family fun show to only $5 each.
Counselor's Corner
Fall is such an exciting season on our campus, and itās the perfect time to continue building character and celebrating our Colts. This year, we are spotlighting students who go above and beyond to live out our Core Valuesārespect, responsibility, kindness, and perseverance. Whether itās lending a helping hand, showing school pride, or cheering on their classmates, our Colts are proving every day that character counts.
In October, our counseling lessons will focus on gratitude and celebrating differences, helping students see the value in appreciating others and recognizing the strengths each person brings to our school family. As we step into this busy season filled with festivals, parades, and special events, itās also a reminder that who we are on the inside matters just as much as what we achieve in the classroom.
I am so proud of our Colts, and I canāt wait to continue highlighting the amazing ways they are growing as learners and leaders this fall. šš“
STEAM at Northampton
Our Colts are charging Full STEAM Ahead with hands-on learning, creativity, and problem-solving! šāØ Students have been exploring magnets, force, and motion, experimenting with how objects attract and repel while integrating their discoveries into reading and play. Theyāve tackled engineering challenges like building the tallest free-standing towers with limited materials and collaborating to create items that match specific shapesāall under time pressure to spark teamwork and creative thinking. šØšµ Hands-on projects have also inspired writing and reflection, as students use their STEAM creations to craft personal narratives and connect experiences to literacy. Outdoor exploration has been a hit, too, with activities like sink or float experiments, encouraging observation, prediction, and analysis. šš From magnets to towers, and creative experiments to real-world problem-solving, our Colts are showing that STEAM is more than just a subjectāitās a mindset. Each challenge encourages collaboration, perseverance, and innovation, and our students are rising to the occasion with energy and excitement. šš“
Order Your Yearbook!
Our Northampton Yearbook is the perfect way to capture all the memories, friendships, and amazing moments from this school year. From classroom fun to special events and everything in between, itās a keepsake your Colt will treasure for years to come. Be sure to order early and get your copy!
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