Our students truly outdid themselves in this year's fall musical! Their talent and passion really brought the story to life. Don't miss seeing them next weekend in Disney's "Descendants!"










FFA attended their first National Convention in Indianapolis with 70,000 guests. Lucas Oil Stadium ENGAGED our students and staff, pushing them to lead with greater influence with impact.



Meet the CommuniTeam. These three communication interns bring relevant information to our social media platforms, and are building marketing skills for future job opportunities

"Chef" Mason Laurie, a NCCC Culinarily student, creates a hallway following as Gavin Hileman and Colton Frank beg for a taste of his freshly-made stir-fry.


Our Drama Department is putting on the show "Descendants!" Director Amber Schuyler says to watch the show for its "Upbeat music and choreography, and the great message!" Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students!
You can see "Descendants" on
October 25th and 26th at 7:30 PM,
the 27th at 2:30,
November 1st and 2nd at 7:30
and the 3rd at 2:30!

JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates) Induction Ceremony
NCHS students are getting inducted into a state program which helps students build resilience and community networks, while strengthening employability skills.




NCHS' National Honor Society is partnering with the Salvation Army, to host a Winter Coat Drive! We are looking for mostly elementary age coats, new or gently used. They need to be brought into B218, or can be dropped at the front office by next Friday. Share the Warmth!

Please join the NCHS Theatre Department (this weekend) for the first performances of the villainous Disney musical, "Descendants."

Our four American Sign Language classes toured the Ball State Deaf Studies Program, visited many alumni, and played many games focusing on Deaf Culture!
WE GO COLLEGE, STUDY ASL, WHY? DEAF CULTURE, INTERESTING!










The Fieldhouse will be open for a SPOOKY Trick or Treat October 31st!
Come in through the Athletic Doors Entrance! All New Castle families are welcome! Our Athletic teams will be passing out candy.

The entire Freshmen Class visited IU East this week as a part of College and Career Exploration. Thanks to our Career Counselors for setting up this amazing day!







Watch our WISH TV Attendance Coverage:
https://wishtv.com/news/education/new-castle-school-liaison-drives-down-chronic-absenteeism/
Mrs. Bowman's Environmental Science Class took a field trip to Rising Sun, Indiana, for "Ohio River Cleanup" with Living Lands & Waters. In 2.5 hours, the students collected 2, 346 pounds of trash! We now understand the magnification of toxin concentration in our water sources. Let's recycle, New Castle!










TUNE IN to WISH TV NEWS 8 at 5:00 PM! New Castle High School and Middle School share the "Secret Sauce" to school attendance with Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist. Those interviewed: Attendance Liaison Katie Smith, Sophomore Kelsie Williams, and Secretary Jennifer Davis.




Hello, New Castle Families! We just sent out email and text notifications to all families who have NOT connected with us in ROOMS, on our Mobile App. You will be able to chat with teachers and see assignments in one easy app; we can't wait to connect. Happy Fall Break!

English students are taking "The Scarlet Letter" Accelerated Reading tests in the Media Center today, and afterwards get a snuggle from Ode!




Grayson Joslin, 2021 NCHS graduate, visited multiple classrooms today, encouraging students to pursue dual credit courses and internships! Graduating early from Ball State's College of Communication Information and Media, Joslin is now applying for jobs in the real world!

Join us Thursday at 2:00 PM for our Annual NCHS Achievement Day Ceremony. If you can't come to Bundy Auditorium, click the link below to join us Live! Let's "Celebrate Our People!"
https://www.youtube.com/live/IQnEPZMz7ms
New Castle's FFA chapter went to their District 9 kickoff last night at Hagerstown. This group of students met with others all over their district and participated in different games. FFA is tied in to our Agricultural Pathway.

A few snaps of the Homecoming Dance (shared from parents' pages). See Kim Nguyen's website for all photos from the dance, "Winning Shots Photography."
https://winningshotsphotography.zenfolio.com/p1003093511










