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Discover how our Dual Immersion Program builds bilingualism, academic excellence, and the skills students need to thrive in a global economy by visiting the district's Dual Immersion webpage.
You're Invited! August 1, 2026 | 9 am-12 pm
Join us this summer for the 2026 Back to School Kickoff Expo. For more information, visit our webpage.
Save the Date - October 28, 2026
Join us from 7-8:30 AM at Newport Harbor High School to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our schools and preview exciting initiatives ahead. For more details, visit our Save the Date.
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All schools in Newport-Mesa Unified School District use ParentSquare to communicate with families. Please visit our ParentSquare webpage to learn more.
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Whether you’re spending time at home, traveling, or enjoying outdoor activities, the district encourages everyone to keep health, safety, and well-being in mind throughout the summer months.
![State of the Schools Breakfast - 10/28/2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780419670/nmusdus/xayqoui3gk1tskn3v2th/SOTSnewsthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780419670/nmusdus/xayqoui3gk1tskn3v2th/SOTSnewsthumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780419670/nmusdus/xayqoui3gk1tskn3v2th/SOTSnewsthumbnail.png","width":800}])
Save the Date for our annual State of the Schools Breakfast.
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In partnership with the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living and IKEA, the district invites families to a back-to-school event designed to connect you with helpful resources for school-aged children — all in one place
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Ensuring that your child is up-to-date with their vaccinations is crucial for the health and safety of our school community, and a requirement for school attendance.
The district gives notice of a public hearing regarding the 2026-27 Local Control and Accountability Plan.
![Davis students pose with Love Costa Mesa sign, and a Whittier student works with a parent in the school garden]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779219842/nmusdus/uyhsmk1frgwtaxqxr9kz/LoveCostaMesaDay.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779219842/nmusdus/uyhsmk1frgwtaxqxr9kz/LoveCostaMesaDay.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779219842/nmusdus/uyhsmk1frgwtaxqxr9kz/LoveCostaMesaDay.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779219842/nmusdus/uyhsmk1frgwtaxqxr9kz/LoveCostaMesaDay.png","width":1200}])
In partnership with Trellis, six school campuses received a community-powered refresh during this year's Love Costa Mesa Day.
![students manipulate robots at Ignite the Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778860196/nmusdus/xjhtj22vwkasfpyfkwfp/IgnitetheNight1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778860196/nmusdus/xjhtj22vwkasfpyfkwfp/IgnitetheNight1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778860196/nmusdus/xjhtj22vwkasfpyfkwfp/IgnitetheNight1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778860196/nmusdus/xjhtj22vwkasfpyfkwfp/IgnitetheNight1.png","width":1200}])
The district's first Ignite the Night event drew nearly 2,000 attendees to an evening of creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
![top teachers of the year Jacqueline Washington of TeWinkle, Srenity Fisher of Andersen, and Lelah Langworthy of Paularino]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777573689/nmusdus/tni7ssgjuiydqgwecqll/2026TOY.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777573689/nmusdus/tni7ssgjuiydqgwecqll/2026TOY.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777573689/nmusdus/tni7ssgjuiydqgwecqll/2026TOY.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777573689/nmusdus/tni7ssgjuiydqgwecqll/2026TOY.png","width":1200}])
Three NMUSD educators were honored as the district’s top teachers of the year at the Newport-Mesa Schools Foundation’s Teacher Awards Night. They will also be recognized at the next board meeting.
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