Principal's Corner

Beth Wylie | Charter Director

Beth began her work at Fuente Nueva as a parent volunteer when her oldest son enrolled in the first kindergarten class. As the school developed, Beth designed and implemented an Extended Day program. In 2005 she became the “lead petitioner” for Fuente Nueva’s Charter Petition and later accepted the position of the Charter Director.

Upon earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Millersville University, Beth gained her Pennsylvania teaching credential in 1992. After experiencing the constraints of the public education system, Beth left the classroom and worked for several years in a non-profit mental health services agency. After her three children were born, she dedicated herself to the role of stay-at-home mother.

When Beth joined the Fuente Nueva team in the role of Charter Director she gained valuable on the job experience as an administrator. Since her start at FNCS, Beth has gained her California Teaching Credential, authorization to teach English language learners, school business manager and finance training, and the all-important Certificate of Achievement from the Charter School Leadership Boot Camp through the Charter School Development Center.

October

11/1 – 5:30pm – Dia de Muertos Celebration

October

– SCIA Instructional Assistant

SCIA Instructional Assistant providing 1-1 and small group support. M-F part time. Temporary position with possible long-term assignment. #4700

Qualifications:
Educators at Fuente Nueva believe that equity based, and trauma informed classrooms are the foundation of teaching and learning. Requires graduation from high school and prior experience working with students with behavioral needs. Passage of the paraprofessional exam required. Two years of college training related to psychology, child development or education may be substituted. Proficiency in Spanish and English is preferred but not required. Must be compassionate, culturally humble, and a self-starter who has strengths in collaboration.

Return your Application packet to:

Angela Kidd , Charter Director
Fuente Nueva Charter School
1730 Janes Road, Arcata CA 95521
Arcata, CA 95521
akidd@fuentenueva.org

Apply By: Open until filled

September

9/23-9/30 – Fuente Nueva Week of Giving

Amigos de Fuente Nueva (AFN), the Parent-Teacher Organization of Fuente Nueva Charter School, invites you to join us this week for the inaugural Fuente Nueva Week of Giving, happening from September 23-30. Our goal is to raise $20,000 to enhance our students’ educational experience, and we need your help to make it happen!

Your donations will support:

Field trips for all students
Classroom tools and upgrades
Campus improvements
Teacher support and materials
Year-round assemblies and events
Scholarships for alumni with the Seal of Biliteracy
And more enriching opportunities throughout the year

Join the Friendly Competition: Help your child’s class win a Pizza Party! Here’s how:

1. Share this fundraiser with at least 10 friends, family, or neighbors—by forwarding this email, sharing the attached letter, or posting on social media.

If your child’s class raises $2,500 (about $100 per student), they win a Pizza Party!

How to Donate:

Scan the QR code in the flyer below
Visit AmigosAFN.org/donate (please include student names in the “note” section)

Mail or drop off your payment using the letter your student will receive today at school. Alternatively, you can submit it in person on Thursday, September 26th, at the Pints for Nonprofits event at the Humboldt Bay Social Club. (The letter is linked here and also attached.)

Every donation counts! Your tax deductible donation directly supports the students, staff, and programs that make Fuente Nueva special.

P.S. Want to increase your impact? Consider becoming a matching donor or ask your employer about matching gifts!

September

9/20 – School Beautification Afternoon! 4-6pm

Este viernes, 20/9 de 4 a 6 PM Ayúdanos a:

Esparcir astillas de madera en jardines y áreas de juego
Restaurar el campo de fútbol
Abordar pequeños proyectos de mejora No se necesita experiencia, ¡solo trae tu entusiasmo! Se proporcionará pizza.

Tus esfuerzos crearán espacios hermosos y seguros para nuestros estudiantes.

This Friday, 9/20 from 4-6 PM

Help us:

Spread wood chips in gardens and playgrounds
Restore the soccer field
Tackle small improvement projects

No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm! Pizza provided.

Your efforts will create beautiful, safe spaces for our students.

August

Welcome to Our School Community! 24-25

Dear new and returning families,

I’m Angela Kidd, the new director this year, and I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with all of you during this special time. As a parent whose son attended and graduated from Fuente, I understand firsthand how precious the elementary years are. This period is not only emotionally significant but also crucial for academic, physical, and social learning, which can have a profound and lasting impact on children’s lives.

As we begin this new year, I’d like to highlight three key factors that drive student success and that the Fuente Nueva Team highly value for academic, emotional, social, and physical growth:

Parent Involvement: Engagement, both in school and through home-school connections, enhances motivation, reduces discipline issues, and increases self-esteem and academic performance.

Trauma-Informed Practices: While not everyone is affected by trauma, teaching with a growth mindset and a positive, trauma-informed lens helps build empathy and support for those affected, fostering a greater global community.

Bilingualism: The benefits are numerous:

Improved working memory, aiding in learning and problem-solving

Enhanced executive functioning

Better performance on standardized tests, particularly in language arts

Greater empathy and understanding of others’ perspectives

I’m excited for you all to meet our wonderful bilingual staff if you haven’t already and hear about the curriculum they’ve planned for your children.

I’m looking forward to a fantastic year ahead. As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns you may have.

With gratitude,

Angela Kidd

August

Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year

Dear Families,

On behalf of all of us at Fuente Nueva, we welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year! We still have some summer days ahead so I hope you are taking in as much sunshine and relaxation as possible.

Fuente Nueva will begin classes on Wednesday, August 21st. We are excited to continue to focus on student learning in a physically and emotionally safe school environment where students are empowered to learn and grow.

We offer expanded daycare for students before and after school. Families can sign up for this service through their student’s portal at fuente.schoolwise.com.

School starts at 8:30 and dismisses at 1:30 on Mondays. Dismissal is as follows for Tuesday through Friday: 2:15 Pk-K, 2:45 1st-3rd, 2:55 4th & 5th. The parent calendar that includes daily schedules for each grade can be found on our school website through this link.

Healthy snacks and lunches prepared by our fabulous kitchen team are served daily for FREE for all students. The school lunch menu will be available on our website. You can sign up for lunches through our online start-of-school packet at fuente.schoolwise.com.

Have questions about school schedules, payments, extended day program, etc? Please email info@fuentenueva.org and our admin team will promptly answer any of your questions.

We are so excited to be part of your child’s journey as they learn and grow throughout elementary school. Looking forward to working with all of you this year!

With Gratitude,

Angela Kidd

Charter Director

Fuente Nueva Charter School

August

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