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Backgound

New Castle Elementary opened in September, 1999. Located in the southwestern section of Virginia Beach, the school serves the neighborhoods of Hillcrest Farms, Bellwood Estates, Bellwood Meadows, Newcastle, Adam’s Glen, Highland Parish, Highland Meadows, Highland Acres, Indian River Woods, Morgan’s Walke, River Oaks, Indian River Farm, Dewberry Farm, and portions of Glenwood, Salem Lakes and Bentley Gate.

New Castle’s faculty and staff have focused on providing an outstanding academic education for their students, creating a safe, nurturing environment, and establishing a reputation in our community as an organization of excellence exemplified by our service to our customers. Recent surveys of parents, students and teachers indicate a high level of satisfaction with the school from all groups.

During New Castle’s second year, the school became fully accredited by the Commonwealth of Virginia based on student performance on the Standards of Learning tests. Most recent 2006 test performance resulted in New Castle continuing in fully accredited status and making Adequate Yearly Progress based on the mandates of No Child Left Behind federal legislation. New Castle Elementary serves an ethnically diverse student population.

New Castle Elementary has an active Parent Teacher Association that boasts a high level of membership and involvement. The PTA sponsors a wide variety of programs for both students and parents including a Volunteers in Education Program in which parents and community members donated over 6,000 hours of service to the school. The PTA funds student assemblies and programs, family oriented activities, and educational programs.

New Castle has established school business partnerships with the USS Oscar Austin (DDG 79), the Hampton Roads Soccer Council, GE Financial, CiCi’s Pizza, and Lynnhaven Golf.

Students may participate in the SCA, Ecology Club, Safety Patrol, Running Club, Student Ambassadors, Chess Club, and the Student Host Program. Students publish a yearly literacy magazine, The Dragon Digest, and a school yearbook. An after-school tutoring program is available for students needing remedial assistance. Fourth graders participate in DARE and Fire Safety education. During the 2001-02 school year, Future Dragons began—an outreach program to children aged 2 to 5. This ready-to-learn initiative helps over 100 children prepare for entrance into school at New Castle.

New Castle students have won both local and national recognition for their academic ability, musical talent, and service. The school’s WordMaster teams have been nationally recognized.

Plan for Continuous Improvement

Additional information about the school can be found in our 2007-2008 Plan for Continuous Improvment .

SOL Results

Here is a summary of the SOL test results from the Spring 2007 testing:

 

Mission Statement

At New Castle Elementary, continuous learning is our first priority. Teacher, staff, parents, and the community are committed to the academic success, safety, and self-esteem of our students.



Annual Report Card for New Castle Elementary