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John Newbery Principal's Page
August 11, 2025
Dear John Newbery Families,
We hope your summer has been filled with fun, rest, and special memories! We have missed our students and are excited to welcome them back soon. A special warm Newbery welcome goes out to our new families — we are so glad you’re joining our school community. We look forward to another amazing school year together. Go Jaguars!
Please join us for Meet Your Teacher Night on Thursday, August 21st, from 5:30–6:30pm. We are excited to host this event inside the school so students can visit their classrooms and meet their teachers. Please note that classrooms will not be completely setup. To help make the first day of school smoother, we encourage families to bring school supplies that evening. Our school supply list can be found on our website.
A friendly reminder: this is a time for introductions and helping students feel comfortable. If you’d like to have a longer conversation about your child, please schedule a private meeting with your child’s teacher. You should receive a welcome letter from your teacher in the coming days. If you don’t receive one, please still come — we’re excited to see you!
To help with parking, we ask that families come at the following times: Last name A–L: 5:30pm–6:00pm, Last name M–Z: 6:00pm–6:30pm
Our first day of school for 1st - 5th grade is on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. School starts at 7:45am and ends at 2:30pm. A Parent Square message will be sent regarding student drop-off and pick-up procedures. This information can also be found on our website. Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten parents will receive a letter from their teacher to explain WA Kids, soft start, and first day of class.
We are excited to partner with you this year to support your child’s academic growth and social-emotional well-being.
Warmly,
Socorro Yanez, Principal
Amy Dilley, Assistant Principal
Socorro Yanez
Principal
Welcome to John Newbery Elementary!
At John Newbery, we believe school should be a safe, welcoming place where every student feels valued—socially, emotionally, and physically. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to create an inclusive learning environment where students feel excited to come to school each day. Through collaboration and a strong sense of community, we provide opportunities for all learners to grow, succeed, and thrive.
We are also proud to share a unique connection with our principal, Mr. Yañez, who was once a John Newbery Jaguar himself! His firsthand experience as a student here fuels his passion for inspiring and guiding our students today.
Our incredible PTA plays a vital role in supporting our students, staff, and families by sponsoring enriching educational and family events. Click the link to learn more, sign up, or donate to help make a difference!
We invite you to visit our school or follow us on social media to see all the great things happening at John Newbery. If you ever need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
Go Jaguars!
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